Kooikerhondje vs English Springer Spaniel vs Brittany Comparison - Dog breed selector: Nederlandse Kooikerhondje or Springer Spaniel or American Brittany? Find the right dog for you
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Compare Kooikerhondje and English Springer Spaniel. Which is better: Kooikerhondje or English Springer Spaniel or Brittany?
Name | Kooikerhondje | English Springer Spaniel | Brittany |
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Group | Gun Dog | Gun Dog | Gun Dog |
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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Kooikerhondje, English Springer Spaniel, and Brittany breeds. |
Nederlandse Kooikerhondje Small Dutch Waterfowl Dog Kooiker Dog | Springer Spaniel |
American Brittany Brittany Spaniel Epagneul Breton |
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Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between Kooikerhondje, English Springer Spaniel, and Brittany? Compare their breeding categories. | Purebred | Purebred | Purebred |
Kooikerhondje vs English Springer Spaniel vs Brittany Size and Weight Comparison
Size Classification
Compare size differences between Kooikerhondje, English Springer Spaniel, and Brittany. Which breed is the largest? | Medium | Medium | Medium |
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Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between Kooikerhondje, English Springer Spaniel, and Brittany? Compare adult weight ranges. | 20-40 pounds (9-18 kg) | Male: 45-55 pounds (20-25 kg), Female: 40-50 pounds (18-23 kg) | Male: 35-40 pounds (16-18 kg), Females: 30-40 pounds (14-18 kg) |
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight? | 30 pounds (13.5 kg) | Male: 50 pounds (22.5 kg), Female: 45 pounds (20.5 kg) | Male: 37.5 pounds (17 kg), Females: 35 pounds (16 kg) |
Height
Which is taller, Kooikerhondje or English Springer Spaniel or Brittany? Kooikerhondje vs English Springer Spaniel vs Brittany height comparison: | 14-16 inches (36-41 cm) | Male: 19-21 inches (48-56 cm), Female:18-20 inches (46-51 cm) | Male: 17-21 inches (43-53 cm), Female: 18-20 inches (46-51 cm) |
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height? | 15 inches (38.5 cm) | Male: 20 inches (52 cm), Female:19 inches (48.5 cm) | Male: 19 inches (48 cm), Female: 19 inches (48.5 cm) |
Kooikerhondje vs English Springer Spaniel vs Brittany Price and Availability Comparison
Price Range
Compare puppy costs for Kooikerhondje, English Springer Spaniel, and Brittany. Find price differences between these breeds. | $600-$800 | $700-$800 | $700-$800 |
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Availability
Which is easier to get, Kooikerhondje or English Springer Spaniel or Brittany? | Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows. | Very frequent: The English Springer Spaniel is quite easy to get. | Very frequent: The Brittany is quite easy to get. |
Kooikerhondje vs English Springer Spaniel vs Brittany Trainability and Intelligence Comparison
Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between Kooikerhondje, English Springer Spaniel, and Brittany. Which breed ranks highest? | Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. | Very smart: English Springer Spaniel is an excellent dog breed. | Very smart: Brittany is an excellent dog breed. |
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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between Kooikerhondje, English Springer Spaniel, and Brittany. Which is easiest to train? | Kooikerhondje dogs are quite easy to train. | English Springer Spaniel dogs are easy to train. | Brittany dogs are easy to train. |
Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of Kooikerhondje, English Springer Spaniel, and Brittany. Which breed is most alert? | Kooikerhondje dogs are good watchdogs. | English Springer Spaniel dogs are average watchdogs. | Brittany dogs are average watchdogs. |
Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between Kooikerhondje, English Springer Spaniel, and Brittany. Which breed is most protective? | Kooikerhondje dogs strongly protect their territory. | English Springer Spaniel dogs are average defenders. | Brittany dogs are average defenders. |
Kooikerhondje vs English Springer Spaniel vs Brittany Personality and Temperament Comparison
Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between Kooikerhondje, English Springer Spaniel, and Brittany? Compare temperaments. |
Loving Alert Intelligent Territorial Lively Going Cheerful |
Playful Energetic Alert Intelligent Affectionate Social Cheerful |
Independent Alert Intelligent Responsive Social |
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Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference? | They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. | They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. | Sensitive: Brittany dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. |
Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Kooikerhondje vs English Springer Spaniel vs Brittany? | High: Kooikerhondje dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. | High: English Springer Spaniel dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. | High: Brittany dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. |
Social Needs
Kooikerhondje vs English Springer Spaniel vs Brittany social needs comparison: | Kooikerhondje dogs need for social interaction is average. | English Springer Spaniel dogs are a social breed. | Brittany dogs need a lot of social interaction. |
Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? | Kooikerhondje dogs have average wanderlust potential. | The wanderlust potential of the English Springer Spaniel is strong enough to escape from home. | The wanderlust potential of the Brittany is strong enough to escape from home. |
Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting? | Kooikerhondje dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen. | English Springer Spaniel dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. | Brittany dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. |
Kooikerhondje vs English Springer Spaniel vs Brittany Activity and Playfulness Comparison
Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of Kooikerhondje, English Springer Spaniel, and Brittany. Which breed is most vocal? | Average: The Kooikerhondje barks occasionally. | Average: The English Springer Spaniel barks occasionally. | Average: The Brittany barks occasionally. |
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between Kooikerhondje, English Springer Spaniel, and Brittany. Which breed is most playful? | The Kooikerhondje is a highly playful breed. | The English Springer Spaniel is a highly playful breed. | The Brittany is a highly playful breed. |
Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of Kooikerhondje, English Springer Spaniel, and Brittany. Which adapts best to small spaces? | It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Kooikerhondje indoors. | Very house-friendly dog the English Springer Spaniel breed. | It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Brittany indoors. |
Kooikerhondje vs English Springer Spaniel vs Brittany Adaptability and Independence Comparison
Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between Kooikerhondje, English Springer Spaniel, and Brittany. Which breed is most flexible? | Kooikerhondje dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments. | English Springer Spaniel dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments. | Brittany dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments. |
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Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: Kooikerhondje or English Springer Spaniel or Brittany? | Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner. | English Springer Spaniel dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work. | Brittany dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them. |
Kooikerhondje vs English Springer Spaniel vs Brittany Bite Characteristics Comparison
Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between Kooikerhondje, English Springer Spaniel, and Brittany. Which has lowest bite risk? | Low 🔽 The Kooikerhondje has a low chance of biting somebody. | Low 🔽 The English Springer Spaniel has a low chance of biting somebody. | Low 🔽 The Brittany has a low chance of biting somebody. |
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Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between Kooikerhondje, English Springer Spaniel, and Brittany. Which uses mouth most during play? | Kooikerhondje dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. | English Springer Spaniel dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. | Brittany dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. |
Bite Strength Rating
Compare bite forces between Kooikerhondje, English Springer Spaniel, and Brittany. Which has the strongest bite? | Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Kooikerhondje bite force: Ordinary. | Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ English Springer Spaniel bite force: Ordinary. | Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Brittany bite force: Ordinary. |
Kooikerhondje vs English Springer Spaniel vs Brittany Health and Lifespan Comparison
Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of Kooikerhondje, English Springer Spaniel, and Brittany. Which breed lives longest? |
12-14 years The average lifespan of Kooikerhondje: 13 years |
10-14 years The average lifespan of English Springer Spaniel: 12 years |
11-15 years The average lifespan of Brittany: 13 years |
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Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between Kooikerhondje, English Springer Spaniel, and Brittany. Which handles climate changes best? | Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Kooikerhondje can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. | Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. | Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Brittany can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. |
Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in Kooikerhondje, English Springer Spaniel, and Brittany. Which has fewer health issues? | The Kooikerhondje is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly. | English Springer Spaniels are commonly healthy dogs. | The Brittany is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly. |
Vet Care Frequency
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits? |
Average The Kooikerhondje should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year. |
Rare The English Springer Spaniel should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year). |
Average The Brittany should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year. |
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Kooikerhondje vs English Springer Spaniel vs Brittany? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Kooikerhondje vs English Springer Spaniel vs Brittany health problems comparison: |
Cataracts Luxating Patella Von Willebrand's Disease Epilepsy Kidney Issues Hereditary Necrotising Myelopathy Myositis | Hip Dysplasia Allergies Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Ear Infections Ectropion Retinal Dysplasia Phosphofructokinase deficiency (Tarui disease, PFK) | Hip Dysplasia Hypothyroidism Epilepsy |
Kooikerhondje vs English Springer Spaniel vs Brittany Energy and Activity Comparison
Energy Rating
Compare energy levels between Kooikerhondje, English Springer Spaniel, and Brittany. Which breed is most active? | Kooikerhondje dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds. | English Springer Spaniel dogs are high-energy dogs. | Brittany dogs are high-energy dogs. |
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Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Kooikerhondje vs English Springer Spaniel vs Brittany exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Kooikerhondje or English Springer Spaniel or Brittany? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest? | Kooikerhondje dogs need quite a lot of exercise. | English Springer Spaniel dogs need a lot of exercises. | Brittany dogs need a lot of exercises. |
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Kooikerhondje or English Springer Spaniel or Brittany? | Kooikerhondje dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping. | English Springer Spaniel dogs don't need too much sleep. | Brittany dogs don't need too much sleep. |
Kooikerhondje vs English Springer Spaniel vs Brittany Diet and Weight Management Comparison
Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between Kooikerhondje, English Springer Spaniel, and Brittany. Which is most prone to obesity? | Average: The Kooikerhondje has an average risk for obesity. | Average: The English Springer Spaniel has an average risk for obesity. | Average: The Brittany has an average risk for obesity. |
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between Kooikerhondje, English Springer Spaniel, and Brittany. Which needs most food? | 1 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. | 3 to 4.5 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. |
Kooikerhondje vs English Springer Spaniel vs Brittany Allergies and Grooming Comparison
Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Kooikerhondje, English Springer Spaniel, and Brittany. Which is best for allergy sufferers? | No See more. | No See more. | No See more. |
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between Kooikerhondje, English Springer Spaniel, and Brittany. What colors are available? | Red White Orange |
Black Tan White Liver | White Orange Liver Roan |
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between Kooikerhondje, English Springer Spaniel, and Brittany. Which requires most maintenance? | Easy to groom: The Kooikerhondje doesn't require a lot of grooming. | Advanced: The English Springer Spaniel requires a lot of grooming. | Easy to groom: The Brittany doesn't require a lot of grooming. |
Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between Kooikerhondje, English Springer Spaniel, and Brittany. Which drools least? | The Kooikerhondje is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. | The English Springer Spaniel is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. | The Brittany is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. |
Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between Kooikerhondje, English Springer Spaniel, and Brittany. Which has least natural smell? | Medium ⏺ The Kooikerhondje has an average chance of bad smell. | Medium ⏺ The English Springer Spaniel has an average chance of bad smell. | Medium ⏺ The Brittany has an average chance of bad smell. |
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between Kooikerhondje, English Springer Spaniel, and Brittany. How do their fur characteristics differ? |
Waterproof Wavy Thick Straight | Feathered | Feathered |
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between Kooikerhondje, English Springer Spaniel, and Brittany. Which requires most frequent baths? | 3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. | 6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. | 6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. |
Shedding Level
Who sheds more Kooikerhondje or English Springer Spaniel or Brittany? Kooikerhondje or English Springer Spaniel or {name3 shedding: | Kooikerhondje dogs shed moderately. | English Springer Spaniel dogs shed moderately. | Brittany dogs are low shedders. |
Kooikerhondje vs English Springer Spaniel vs Brittany Good With Comparison
Child Compatibility
Compare child-friendliness between Kooikerhondje, English Springer Spaniel, and Brittany. Which is best with kids? | Kooikerhondje dogs are kid-friendly dogs. | English Springer Spaniel dogs are kid-friendly dogs. | Brittany dogs are very kid-friendly dogs. |
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Pet Compatibility
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets? | Kooikerhondje dogs are generally with other pets. | English Springer Spaniel dogs are generally with other pets. | Brittany dogs are generally with other pets. |
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Kooikerhondje or English Springer Spaniel or Brittany? Which dog is more friendly? | Kooikerhondje dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs. | English Springer Spaniel dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs. | Brittany dogs are average friendly towards strangers. |
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Kooikerhondje or English Springer Spaniel or Brittany? | Kooikerhondje dogs are average friendly towards cats. | English Springer Spaniel dogs are average friendly towards cats. | Brittany dogs are average friendly towards cats. |
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Kooikerhondje or English Springer Spaniel or Brittany? | Kooikerhondje dogs are average friendly towards other dogs. | English Springer Spaniel dogs are very dog-friendly dogs. | Brittany dogs are very dog-friendly dogs. |
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Kooikerhondje vs English Springer Spaniel vs Brittany? |
Yes Kooikerhondje dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality. |
Yes English Springer Spaniel dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality. |
Yes Brittany dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality. |
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office? |
No Kooikerhondje is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
No English Springer Spaniel is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
No Brittany is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people? | Kooikerhondjes are usually recommended for elderly people. | English Springer Spaniels are usually recommended for elderly people. | Brittanys are one of the best breeds for elderly people. |
Kooikerhondje vs English Springer Spaniel vs Brittany As a Working Dog Comparison
Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between Kooikerhondje, English Springer Spaniel, and Brittany. Which is best suited for service work? | Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. | Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. | Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. |
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Therapy Work Suitability
Compare therapy dog potential between Kooikerhondje, English Springer Spaniel, and Brittany. Which excels in therapy work? | Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. | Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. | Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. |
Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between Kooikerhondje, English Springer Spaniel, and Brittany. Which has best nose work ability? | Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases. | Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work. | Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases. |
Search & Rescue Potential
Compare search and rescue potential between Kooikerhondje, English Springer Spaniel, and Brittany. Which is best for SAR work? | Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog. | Yes This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog. | Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog. |
Maritime Work Ability
Compare boating aptitude between Kooikerhondje, English Springer Spaniel, and Brittany. Which is best suited for water work? | Not really Kooikerhondje breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. | Not really English Springer Spaniel breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. | Not really Brittany breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. |
Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between Kooikerhondje, English Springer Spaniel, and Brittany. Which is best for draft work? | Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. | Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. | Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. |
Military Service Background
Compare military service history of Kooikerhondje, English Springer Spaniel, and Brittany. Which has most military use? | Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog. | Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog. | Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog. |
Kooikerhondje vs English Springer Spaniel vs Brittany Reproducibility Comparison
Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of Kooikerhondje, English Springer Spaniel, and Brittany. Which has most puppies? | 5-7 puppies | 4-10 puppies | 1-11 puppies, average 6 |
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Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of Kooikerhondje, English Springer Spaniel, and Brittany. Any breeding differences? | 60-64 days See more. | 60-64 days See more. | 60-64 days See more. |
Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between Kooikerhondje, English Springer Spaniel, and Brittany. What's recommended? | Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. | Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. | Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. |
Kooikerhondje vs English Springer Spaniel vs Brittany Recognition Comparison
AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for Kooikerhondje, English Springer Spaniel, and Brittany. How are they classified? | Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2018 as a Sporting breed. | Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1910 as a Sporting breed. | Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1934 as a Sporting breed. |
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FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for Kooikerhondje, English Springer Spaniel, and Brittany. How are they classified internationally? | Not recognized by FCI. | 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 Continental Pointing Dogs section. |
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of Kooikerhondje, English Springer Spaniel, and Brittany. Which has most recognition? |
American Canine Registry America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. United Kennel Club American Rare Breed Association Foundation Stock Service |
American Canine Registry America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club Canadian Canine Registry |
American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club |
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