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Name	American Cocker Spaniel	Brittany	Dachshund
Origins	United States	France	Germany
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Group	Gun Dog	Gun Dog	Hunting Dogs
Popularity Rank	29	26	13
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Cocker Merry Cocker Cocker Spaniel	American Brittany Brittany Spaniel Epagneul Breton	Bassotto Sausage Dog Tekkel Tekkel Doxie Weenie Dog Worshond Teckel
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? American Cocker Spaniel vs Brittany vs Dachshund breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

American Cocker Spaniel vs Brittany vs Dachshund Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, American Cocker Spaniel or Brittany or Dachshund? Which is more expensive?	$600-$800	$700-$800	$500-$700
Availability Which is easier to get, American Cocker Spaniel or Brittany or Dachshund?	Very frequent: The American Cocker Spaniel is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Brittany is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Dachshund is quite easy to get.

American Cocker Spaniel vs Brittany vs Dachshund Size Comparison

Size Which is bigger, American Cocker Spaniel or Brittany or Dachshund? Which is the smallest dog, American Cocker Spaniel or Brittany or Dachshund?	Medium	Medium	Small
Weight Which is heavier, American Cocker Spaniel or Brittany or Brittany? American Cocker Spaniel vs Brittany vs Dachshund weight comparison:	15-30 pounds (7-14 kg)	Male: 35-40 pounds (16-18 kg), Females: 30-40 pounds (14-18 kg)	Toy: 8-11 pounds (3.5-5.0 kg)Standard: 16-32 pounds (7-15 kg), Miniature: 12 pounds (5.5 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	22.5 pounds (10.5 kg)	Male: 37.5 pounds (17 kg), Females: 35 pounds (16 kg)	Toy: 9.5 pounds (3.5-5.0 kg)Standard: 24 pounds (11 kg), Miniature: 12 pounds (5.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, American Cocker Spaniel or Brittany or Dachshund? American Cocker Spaniel vs Brittany vs Dachshund height comparison:	15-16.5 inches (38-41 cm)	Male: 17-21 inches (43-53 cm), Female: 18-20 inches (46-51 cm)	Toy: 12 inches (30 cm)Standard: 8-11 inches (20-27 cm), Miniature: 5-7 inches (13-18 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	15-16.5 inches (39.5 cm)	Male: 19 inches (48 cm), Female: 19 inches (48.5 cm)	Toy: 12 inches (30 cm)Standard: 9.5 inches (23.5 cm), Miniature: 6 inches (15.5 cm)

American Cocker Spaniel vs Brittany vs Dachshund Grooming, Hair and Care Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? American Cocker Spaniel vs Brittany vs Dachshund coat comparison:	Feathered	Feathered	Fine
Colors What are the original American Cocker Spaniel, Brittany and Dachshund color?	Black Tan Red Silver Brown Buff	White Orange Liver Roan	Black Tan Red Blue White Silver Brown
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, American Cocker Spaniel or Brittany or Dachshund? American Cocker Spaniel vs Brittany vs Dachshund grooming comparison:	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Easy to groom: The Brittany doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The Dachshund doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.
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Shedding Level Who sheds more American Cocker Spaniel or Brittany or Dachshund? American Cocker Spaniel or Brittany or {name3 shedding:	American Cocker Spaniel dogs shed moderately. See more.	Brittany dogs are low shedders. See more.	Dachshund dogs shed none to minimal. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: American Cocker Spaniel or Brittany or Dachshund?	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.

American Cocker Spaniel vs Brittany vs Dachshund Personality / Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, American Cocker Spaniel or Brittany or Dachshund? American Cocker Spaniel vs Brittany vs Dachshund behavior/temperament comparison:	Intelligent Outgoing Outright Tempered Merry Trusting Joyful Sociable	Independent Alert Intelligent Responsive Social	Playful Stubborn Courageous Devoted Lively Clever
Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? American Cocker Spaniel vs Brittany vs Dachshund intelligence:	Very smart: American Cocker Spaniel is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Very smart: Brittany is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.
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Trainability American Cocker Spaniel vs Brittany vs Dachshund trainability comparison.	American Cocker Spaniel dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Brittany dogs are easy to train. See more.	Dachshund dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Playfulness American Cocker Spaniel vs Brittany vs Dachshund playfulness comparison:	The American Cocker Spaniel is a playful breed. See more.	The Brittany is a highly playful breed. See more.	Average: Dachshunds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	American Cocker Spaniel dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	Sensitive: Brittany dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: American Cocker Spaniel vs Brittany vs Dachshund?	High: American Cocker Spaniel dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Brittany dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Dachshund dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs American Cocker Spaniel vs Brittany vs Dachshund social needs comparison:	American Cocker Spaniel dogs are a social breed. See more.	Brittany dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Dachshund dogs are a social breed. See more.
Barking Which dog barks more/less: American Cocker Spaniel vs Brittany vs Dachshund?	Average to High: The American Cocker Spaniel is a vocal breed. See more.	Average: The Brittany barks occasionally. See more.	A lot: Dachshund is a particularly loud breed. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: American Cocker Spaniel or Brittany or Dachshund?	American Cocker Spaniel dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Brittany dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Dachshund dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog American Cocker Spaniel or Brittany or Dachshund? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	American Cocker Spaniel dogs are average defenders. See more.	Brittany dogs are average defenders. See more.	Dachshund dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Biting Potential Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	Low 🔽 The American Cocker Spaniel has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Brittany has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Dachshund has a low chance of biting somebody.
Bite Force Which bite is stronger: American Cocker Spaniel or Brittany or Dachshund?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ American Cocker Spaniel bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Brittany bite force: Ordinary.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Dachshund bite force: Weak.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? American Cocker Spaniel vs Brittany vs Dachshund mouthiness comparison:	American Cocker Spaniel dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Brittany dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Dachshund dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	The wanderlust potential of the American Cocker Spaniel is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Brittany is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Dachshund dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	American Cocker Spaniel dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Brittany dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Dachshund dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly American Cocker Spaniel or Brittany or Dachshund?	Very house-friendly dog the American Cocker 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.	Apartment-friendly dog the Dachshund breed.
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Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	American Cocker 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.	Dachshund dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: American Cocker Spaniel or Brittany or Dachshund?	American Cocker 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.	Dachshund 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.

American Cocker Spaniel vs Brittany vs Dachshund Good With Comparison

Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly American Cocker Spaniel or Brittany or Dachshund? Which dog is more friendly?	American Cocker Spaniel dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	Brittany dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Dachshund dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	American Cocker Spaniel dogs are generally with other pets.	Brittany dogs are generally with other pets.	Dachshund dogs are generally with other pets.
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly American Cocker Spaniel or Brittany or Dachshund?	American Cocker Spaniel dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Brittany dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Dachshund dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly American Cocker Spaniel or Brittany or Dachshund?	American Cocker Spaniel dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Brittany dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Dachshund dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly American Cocker Spaniel or Brittany or Dachshund?	American Cocker Spaniel dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Brittany dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Dachshund dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: American Cocker Spaniel vs Brittany vs Dachshund?	Yes American Cocker 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.	Yes Dachshund dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	Yes American Cocker Spaniel is one of the best dog breeds for office environment	No Brittany is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Dachshund is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	American Cocker Spaniels are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Brittanys are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Dachshunds are not the best breed for elderly people.

American Cocker Spaniel vs Brittany vs Dachshund Health Comparison

Health Issues American Cocker Spaniel vs Brittany vs Dachshund health comparison. Which is the healthier: American Cocker Spaniel vs Brittany vs Dachshund?	American Cocker 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.	The Dachshund is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: American Cocker Spaniel vs Brittany vs Dachshund? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? American Cocker Spaniel vs Brittany vs Dachshund health problems comparison:	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Allergies Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Idiopathic Epilepsy Glaucoma Autoimmune Hemolytic Anemia Primary Seborrhea	Hip Dysplasia Hypothyroidism Epilepsy	Legg-perthes Disease Cancer Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Epilepsy Deafness Intervertebral Disk Disease Elbow Dysplasia Demodectic Mange Mitral Valve Disease Cushing's Syndrome Acanthosis Nigricans Baldness Canine Diabetes Mellitus Lymphocytic Thyroiditis Narcolepsy
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Rare The American Cocker 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.	Average The Dachshund should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy American Cocker Spaniel vs Brittany vs Dachshund lifespan comparison. How long do American Cocker Spaniel, Brittany and Dachshund breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	11-15 years The average lifespan of American Cocker Spaniel: 13 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Brittany: 13 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Dachshund: 13 years
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Hypoallergenic American Cocker Spaniel vs Brittany vs Dachshund hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
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Energy Level Who has more energy a American Cocker Spaniel or Brittany or Dachshund? American Cocker Spaniel vs Brittany vs Dachshund energy level comparison:	American Cocker Spaniel dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Brittany dogs are high-energy dogs.	Dachshund dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need American Cocker Spaniel vs Brittany vs Dachshund exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: American Cocker Spaniel or Brittany or Dachshund? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	American Cocker Spaniel dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Brittany dogs need a lot of exercises.	Dachshund dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: American Cocker Spaniel or Brittany or Dachshund?	American Cocker Spaniel dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Brittany dogs don't need too much sleep.	Dachshund dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot
Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: American Cocker Spaniel or Brittany or Dachshund?	1.5 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day.	1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three meals.	1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? American Cocker Spaniel vs Brittany vs Dachshund weight gain potential comparison:	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the American Cocker Spaniel's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average: The Brittany has an average risk for obesity. See more.	High: The Dachshund breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: American Cocker Spaniel vs Brittany vs Dachshund?	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.	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. See more.	Prefers warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. See more.
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, American Cocker Spaniel vs Brittany vs Dachshund?	Medium ⏺ The American Cocker Spaniel has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Brittany has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Dachshund has a low chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The American Cocker Spaniel is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Brittany is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The Dachshund is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

American Cocker Spaniel vs Brittany vs Dachshund As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: American Cocker Spaniel or Brittany or Dachshund? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.
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Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	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.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR) Which one could be a search and rescue dog?	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: American Cocker Spaniel vs Brittany vs Dachshund?	Yes American Cocker Spaniel breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Not really Brittany breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Dachshund breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Fighting Dog / Military 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.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

American Cocker Spaniel vs Brittany vs Dachshund Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.
Litter Size How many puppies can American Cocker Spaniel and Brittany and Dachshund have?	4-7 puppies	1-11 puppies, average 6	4-8 puppies
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American Cocker Spaniel vs Brittany vs Dachshund Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1878 as a Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1934 as a Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Hound breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the 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.	Recognized by FCI in the Dachshunds group, in the section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	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 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	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 Canadian Canine Registry

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