English Cocker Spaniel vs Wire Fox Terrier

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

English Cocker Spaniel vs Wire Fox Terrier
English Cocker Spaniel
Wire Fox Terrier
English Cocker Spaniel
Wire Fox Terrier
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General Details
English Cocker Spaniel
Wire Fox Terrier
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
Yes
Lifespan
12-14 Years
10-15 Years
Height
14-17 Inches
14-15 Inches
Weight
26-35 Pounds
15-19 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
English Cocker Spaniel
Wire Fox Terrier
Origin Country
United Kingdom
United Kingdom
Origin Year
1860 AD
1876 AD
Temperament
English Cocker Spaniel
Wire Fox Terrier
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Above Average
Average
Stranger Friendly
Above Average
Average
Personality
English Cocker Spaniel
Wire Fox Terrier
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Stubborn
Affectionate
Needy
Stubborn
Living Environment
English Cocker Spaniel
Wire Fox Terrier
Apartment
Yes
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
Yes
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
30-80 °F
40-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Below Average
Exercise Needs
English Cocker Spaniel
Wire Fox Terrier
Energy Level
Medium
High
Exercise Required
Medium
Medium
Top Running Speed
20 MPH
24 MPH
Strength
Low to Medium
High
Grooming Needs
English Cocker Spaniel
Wire Fox Terrier
Coat Maintenance
Medium to High
Low
Shedding
Medium to High
None to Low
Dander
Medium
Low
Drool
None
None
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
English Cocker Spaniel
Wire Fox Terrier
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
No
Independent
No
Yes
Breed Focus
English Cocker Spaniel
Wire Fox Terrier
Distracted Easy
No
Yes
Focused & Patient
No
No
Breed Instincts
English Cocker Spaniel
Wire Fox Terrier
Aggression
None
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Average
Chasing
Above Average
Above Average
Follow Commands
Average
Average
Fighting
Below Average
Average
Guarding
Below Average
Average
Herding
Below Average
Average
Hunting
Above Average
Above Average
Protection
Below Average
Average
Remove Vermin
Above Average
Above Average
Sled Pulling
None
Below Average
Watch / Guardian
Average
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
English Cocker Spaniel
Wire Fox Terrier
Average Lifespan
12-14 Years
10-15 Years
Health Concerns
English Cocker Spaniel
Wire Fox Terrier
Common Health Issues
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Ear infections
Elbow dysplasia
Kidney failure
Legg-Calve-Perthes disease
Epilepsy
Deafness
Arthritis
Eye problems
Appearance Comparison
Coat
English Cocker Spaniel
Wire Fox Terrier
Coat Type
Fur
Hair
Coat Layering
Double
Double
Wire
Coat Texture
Silky
Straight
Rough
Coat Length
Medium
Medium
Coat Coloring
English Cocker Spaniel
Wire Fox 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
White
White
White and Black
White and Black
White and Tan
White and Tan
White, Black, and Tan
White, Black, and Tan
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