English Cocker Spaniel vs Irish Setter vs Siberian Husky Comparison

Quick Verdict

Who wins in each category?

Overall Winner

English Cocker Spaniel

6/6

categories

Best for Apartments

English Cocker Spaniel

5/5 · Ideal

Easiest Grooming

🤝 Tie

Longest Lifespan

🤝 Tie

Easiest to Train

English Cocker Spaniel

4.5/5 · Easy

Most Active

🤝 Tie

Best for First-Time Owners

🤝 Tie

6/6

100%

English Cocker Spaniel

👑 Winner

4/6

67%

Irish Setter

4/6

67%

Siberian Husky

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

Basic Info

Origin
England
Ireland
Russia
Popularity
#52
#72
#12
Common Names & Aliases
Merry Cocker WokerCocker
Irish Red SetterRed Setter
ChukshaHuskyIceeSibeChukcha
Breed Classification
Purebred
Purebred
Purebred
Size Classification
Medium
Large
Medium
Weight Statistics
Male: 13-16 kg, Female: 12-15 kg
Male: 29-34 kg, Female: 25-29 kg
Male: 20-27 kg, Female: 16-23 kg
Average Weight
Male: 14.1 kg, Female: 13.2 kg
Male: 31.8 kg, Female: 27.2 kg
Male: 20-27 kg, Female: 16-23 kg
Height
Male: 38-43 cm, Female: 36-41 cm
Male: 66-71 cm, Female: 61-66 cm
Male: 53-61 cm, Female: 51-56 cm
Average Height
Male: 40.5 cm, Female: 38.5 cm
Male: 68.5 cm, Female: 63.5 cm
Male: 53-61 cm, Female: 51-56 cm
Intelligence Rating
4.5/5
4/5
3/5
Watchdog Rating
4/5
3/5
1/5
Training Difficulty
4/5
5/5
1/5
Territorial Protection
2/5
2/5
1/5
Price Range
$900-$1200
$800-$1000
$700-$1200
Availability
5/5
5/5
5/5
Personality Traits
AffectionateFriendlyPlayfulTrainableFaithfulIntelligentQuiet
AffectionateEnergeticLivelyIntelligentCompanionableIndependentPlayful
AlertGentleOutgoingFriendlyIntelligent
Sensitivity Level
5/5
4/5
4/5
Impulse to Wander or Roam
4/5
5/5
5/5
Prey Drive
5/5
5/5
3/5
Affection Level
5/5
5/5
5/5
Social Needs
4/5
5/5
3/5
Barking Frequency
3/5
1/5
3/5
Playful Nature
4/5
5/5
4/5
Apartment Adaptability
5/5
1/5
2/5
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
5/5
4/5
Bite Strength Rating
Between 200 and 400 PSI
Between 200 and 400 PSI
Between 200 and 400 PSI
Average Lifespan
12-14 years
12-14 years
12-14 years
Climate Tolerance
Prefers average to cold weather conditions
Prefers average to cold weather conditions
Prefers cold weather
Health Concerns
3/5
3/5
3/5
Health Problems
CataractsEar InfectionsElbow DysplasiaHip DysplasiaRenal Failure
BloatCancerCanine LeukocyteEpilepsyHip DysplasiaHypertrophic OsteodystrophyHypothyroidismOsteochondrosis DissecansPanosteitisProgressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
CataractsCorneal DystrophyProgressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Vet Care Frequency
Average
Average
Average
Energy Rating
5/5
5/5
5/5
Sleeping Need
1/5
1/5
1/5
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
4/5
5/5
4/5
Obesity Tendency
5/5
3/5
2/5
Food Consumption
1 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
3 to 4 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Recommended daily amount: 2.5 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Allergy Friendliness
No
No
No
Coat Colors
BlueRoanLiverTanGoldenBlack
MahoganyRed
AgoutiWhiteGraySableRedBlack
Grooming Requirements
3/5
4/5
3/5
Shedding Level
3/5
3/5
4/5
Drooling Tendency
1/5
2/5
3/5
Stinkiness Rating
High
High
Low
Coat Characteristics
Feathered
Fine
Fluffy
Bathing Needs
6-8 weeks
3-4 weeks
3-4 weeks
Cat Friendly
4/5
5/5
1/5
Child Compatibility
5/5
5/5
4/5
Dog Friendly
5/5
5/5
5/5
Stranger Friendly
3/5
5/5
3/5
Office Friendly
No
No
No
Senior Citizens Friendly
Highly Recommended
Highly Recommended
Recommended
Pet Compatibility
Good
Excellent
Not Good
Good For First Time Owners
Yes
Yes
No
Service Dog Capability
Not really
Not really
Not really
Therapy Work Suitability
Not really
Yes
Not really
Scent Detection Ability
Not really
Not really
Not really
Search & Rescue Potential
Not really
Not really
Not really
Maritime Work Ability
Yes
Yes
Not really
Draft Work Capability
Not really
Not really
Not really
Military Service Background
Not really
Not really
Yes
Puppy Litter Size
6-8 puppies
7-10 puppies
4-8 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 1946 as a Sporting breed.
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1878 as a Sporting breed.
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1930 as a Working breed.
FCI Classification
Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Flushing Dogs section.
Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the British and Irish Pointers and Setters section.
Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Nordic Sledge 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 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.
Winner / Best value