American Cocker Spaniel vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Welsh Springer Spaniel Comparison

Quick Verdict

Who wins in each category?

Best for Apartments

🀝 Tie

Easiest Grooming

🀝 Tie

Longest Lifespan

🀝 Tie

Easiest to Train

American Cocker Spaniel

4.5/5 Β· Easy

Most Active

Welsh Springer Spaniel

5/5 Β· Active

Best for First-Time Owners

🀝 Tie

5/6

83%

American Cocker Spaniel

4/6

67%

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel

5/6

83%

Welsh Springer Spaniel

* This summary is based on data from our database. Always make your final decision based on your individual needs.

Basic Info

Origin
United S
England
Wales
Popularity
#29
#19
#133
Common Names & Aliases
CockerMerry CockerCocker Spaniel
CavalierCavieCav
Welsh Cocker SpanielWelsh StarterWelshieWelsh Springer
Breed Classification
Purebred
Purebred
Purebred
Size Classification
Medium
Small
Medium
Weight Statistics
7-14 kg
5-8 kg
Male: 18-20 kg, Female: 16-20 kg
Average Weight
10.2 kg
6.4 kg
Male: 19.3 kg, Female: 18.1 kg
Height
38-41 cm
30-33 cm
Male: 43-48 cm, Female: 41-46 cm
Average Height
39.5 cm
31.5 cm
Male: 45.5 cm, Female: 43.5 cm
Intelligence Rating
4.5/5
3/5
4/5
Watchdog Rating
3/5
2/5
4/5
Training Difficulty
3/5
3/5
4/5
Territorial Protection
3/5
2/5
2/5
Price Range
$600-$800
$1200-$1500
$1200-$1400
Availability
5/5
5/5
4/5
Personality Traits
OutrightTemperedMerryIntelligentTrustingJoyfulOutgoingSociable
AffectionateCourageousIntelligentCheerfulGentleSocialPoliteQuietActiveGracefulFearlessFriendlyNonaggressiveSportyNo tendency towards nervousness
AffectionateActivePlayfulIntelligentLoyalFriendlyStubborn
Sensitivity Level
3/5
5/5
5/5
Impulse to Wander or Roam
4/5
2/5
5/5
Prey Drive
5/5
3/5
3/5
Affection Level
5/5
5/5
5/5
Social Needs
4/5
5/5
3/5
Barking Frequency
4/5
3/5
3/5
Playful Nature
4/5
3/5
4/5
Apartment Adaptability
5/5
5/5
1/5
Lifestyle Adaptability
5/5
5/5
5/5
Alone Time Tolerance
Low
Very Low
Moderate
Bite Risk Assessment
Low
Low
Low
Mouthing Tendency
3/5
3/5
3/5
Bite Strength Rating
Between 200 and 400 PSI
Between 100 and 200 PSI
Between 200 and 400 PSI
Average Lifespan
11-15 years
10-14 years
11-15 years
Climate Tolerance
Tolerates warm and cold weather
Tolerates warm and cold weather
Prefers average to cold weather conditions
Health Concerns
4/5
2/5
3/5
Health Problems
AllergiesAutoimmune Hemolytic AnemiaCataractsGlaucomaHip DysplasiaHypothyroidismIdiopathic EpilepsyPatellar LuxationPrimary SeborrheaProgressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Dry EyeEpisodic Falling SyndromeHip DysplasiaMitral Valve DiseasePatellar LuxationSyringomyelia
CataractsElbow DysplasiaEntropionEpilepsyGlaucomaHip DysplasiaHypothyroidismProgressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Vet Care Frequency
Rare
Frequent
Average
Energy Rating
4/5
3/5
5/5
Sleeping Need
2/5
3/5
1/5
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
4/5
3/5
4/5
Obesity Tendency
4/5
4/5
4/5
Food Consumption
1.5 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day.
1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three meals.
Allergy Friendliness
No
No
No
Coat Colors
BrownRedTanBuffSilverBlack
TanBlenheimTricolorRuby
RedWhite
Grooming Requirements
5/5
3/5
3/5
Shedding Level
3/5
4/5
3/5
Drooling Tendency
1/5
1/5
1/5
Stinkiness Rating
Medium
High
Medium
Coat Characteristics
Feathered
Feathered
SilkySoftStraight
Bathing Needs
6-8 weeks
6-8 weeks
3-4 weeks
Cat Friendly
3/5
3/5
3/5
Child Compatibility
5/5
5/5
5/5
Dog Friendly
4/5
5/5
5/5
Stranger Friendly
5/5
5/5
2/5
Office Friendly
Yes
No
No
Senior Citizens Friendly
Highly Recommended
Highly Recommended
Highly Recommended
Pet Compatibility
Average
Average
Average
Good For First Time Owners
Yes
Yes
Yes
Service Dog Capability
Not really
Not really
Not really
Therapy Work Suitability
Not really
Yes
Not really
Scent Detection Ability
Not really
Not really
Yes
Search & Rescue Potential
Not really
Not really
Not really
Maritime Work Ability
Yes
Not really
Not really
Draft Work Capability
Not really
Not really
Not really
Military Service Background
Not really
Not really
Not really
Puppy Litter Size
4-7 puppies
3-5 puppies
6-8 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
60-64 days
60-64 days
60-64 days
Breeding Frequency
Once a year.
Once a year.
Once a year.
AKC Classification
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1878 as a Sporting breed.
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1995 as a Toy breed.
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1914 as a Sporting breed.
FCI Classification
Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Flushing Dogs section.
Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the English Toy Spaniels section.
Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Flushing Dogs section.
Kennel Club Recognition
American Canine RegistryAmerican Kennel ClubAmerica's Pet RegistryAustralian National Kennel CouncilCanadian Canine RegistryCanadian Kennel ClubContinental Kennel ClubDog Registry of America Inc.Federation Cynologique InternationaleKennel Club of Great BritainNational Kennel ClubNew Zealand Kennel ClubNorth American Purebred Registry, Inc.United Kennel ClubAmerican Canine Association, Inc.
American Canine RegistryAmerican Kennel ClubAmerica's Pet RegistryAustralian National Kennel CouncilCanadian Kennel ClubContinental Kennel ClubDog Registry of America Inc.Federation Cynologique InternationaleKennel Club of Great BritainNational Kennel ClubNew Zealand Kennel ClubNorth American Purebred Registry, Inc.United Kennel ClubAmerican Canine Association, Inc.
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Winner / Best value