English Cocker Spaniel vs Silky Terrier

Compare the English Cocker Spaniel to the Silky Terrier. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between English Cocker Spaniels and Silky Terriers.

English Cocker Spaniel vs Silky Terrier
English Cocker Spaniel
Silky Terrier
English Cocker Spaniel
Silky Terrier
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General Details
English Cocker Spaniel
Silky Terrier
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
Yes
Lifespan
12-14 Years
12-15 Years
Height
14-17 Inches
9-10 Inches
Weight
26-35 Pounds
8-11 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Average
History
English Cocker Spaniel
Silky Terrier
Origin Country
United Kingdom
Australia
Origin Year
1860 AD
1900 AD
Temperament
English Cocker Spaniel
Silky Terrier
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Average
Pet Friendly
Above Average
Below Average
Stranger Friendly
Above Average
Average
Personality
English Cocker Spaniel
Silky Terrier
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Stubborn
Affectionate
Loving
Snuggle
Willing to Please
Living Environment
English Cocker Spaniel
Silky Terrier
Apartment
Yes
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
Yes
Medium Yard
Yes
No
Large Yard
Yes
No
Temperature Tolerance
30-80 °F
50-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Average
Exercise Needs
English Cocker Spaniel
Silky Terrier
Energy Level
Medium
Low to Medium
Exercise Required
Medium
Medium
Top Running Speed
20 MPH
12 MPH
Strength
Low to Medium
Low
Grooming Needs
English Cocker Spaniel
Silky Terrier
Coat Maintenance
Medium to High
Medium
Shedding
Medium to High
None to Low
Dander
Medium
None to Low
Drool
None
None
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
English Cocker Spaniel
Silky Terrier
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
Yes
Breed Focus
English Cocker Spaniel
Silky Terrier
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
No
Yes
Breed Instincts
English Cocker Spaniel
Silky Terrier
Aggression
None
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Average
Chasing
Above Average
Average
Follow Commands
Average
Average
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
Below Average
Average
Herding
Below Average
Average
Hunting
Above Average
Below Average
Protection
Below Average
Average
Remove Vermin
Above Average
Average
Sled Pulling
None
None
Watch / Guardian
Average
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
English Cocker Spaniel
Silky Terrier
Average Lifespan
12-14 Years
12-15 Years
Health Concerns
English Cocker Spaniel
Silky Terrier
Common Health Issues
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Ear infections
Elbow dysplasia
Kidney failure
Legg-Calve-Perthes disease
Collapsed trachea
Epilepsy
Diabetes
Appearance Comparison
Coat
English Cocker Spaniel
Silky Terrier
Coat Type
Fur
Hair
Coat Layering
Double
Smooth
Coat Texture
Silky
Straight
Silky
Straight
Coat Length
Medium
Medium to Long
Coat Coloring
English Cocker Spaniel
Silky Terrier
Breed Colors
Black
Black
Black and Tan
Black and Tan
Black and White
Black and White
Blue Roan
Blue Roan
Golden
Golden
Liver
Liver
Orange and White
Orange and White
Orange Roan
Orange Roan
Red
Red
Sable
Sable
Black
Black
Blue
Blue
Grey
Grey
Silver
Silver
Tan
Tan
White
White
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