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Name	American Foxhound	English Cocker Spaniel	Rat Terrier
Origins	United States	England	United States
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Gun Dog	Hunting Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	No data available	Merry Cocker Woker Cocker	Decker Giant Rat Rattie Ratting Terrier American Rat Terrier
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? American Foxhound vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Rat Terrier breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

American Foxhound vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Rat Terrier Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, American Foxhound or English Cocker Spaniel or Rat Terrier? Which is the smallest dog, American Foxhound or English Cocker Spaniel or Rat Terrier?	Large	Medium	Small
Weight Which is heavier, American Foxhound or English Cocker Spaniel or English Cocker Spaniel? American Foxhound vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Rat Terrier weight comparison:	65-75 pounds (29-34 kg)	Male: 28-34 pounds (13-16 kg), Female: 26-32 pounds (12-15 kg)	Standard: 12-35 pounds (5.5-16 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	70 pounds (31.5 kg)	Male: 31 pounds (14.5 kg), Female: 29 pounds (13.5 kg)	Standard: 23.5 pounds (5.10.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, American Foxhound or English Cocker Spaniel or Rat Terrier? American Foxhound vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Rat Terrier height comparison:	21-25 inches (53-64 cm)	Male: 15-17 inches (38-43 cm), Female: 14-16 inches (36-41 cm)	Standard: 14-23 inches (35.5-58.5 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	23 inches (58.5 cm)	Male: 16 inches (40.5 cm), Female: 15 inches (38.5 cm)	Standard: 18.5 inches (35.5-58.5 cm)

American Foxhound vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Rat Terrier Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, American Foxhound or English Cocker Spaniel or Rat Terrier? Which is more expensive?	$400-$600	$900-$1200	$300-$500
Availability Which is easier to get, American Foxhound or English Cocker Spaniel or Rat Terrier?	Frequent: The American Foxhound is easier than average to get.	Very frequent: The English Cocker Spaniel is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Rat Terrier is quite easy to get.

American Foxhound vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Rat Terrier Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? American Foxhound vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Rat Terrier intelligence:	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Very smart: English Cocker Spaniel is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Smart: The Rat Terrier dogs have great intelligence. See more.
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Trainability American Foxhound vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Rat Terrier trainability comparison.	American Foxhound dogs are easy to train. See more.	English Cocker Spaniel dogs are easy to train. See more.	Rat Terrier dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: American Foxhound or English Cocker Spaniel or Rat Terrier?	American Foxhound dogs are not the best watchdogs. See more.	English Cocker Spaniel dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Rat Terrier dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog American Foxhound or English Cocker Spaniel or Rat Terrier? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	American Foxhound dogs can't provide protection for their territory. See more.	English Cocker Spaniel dogs are not the best to protect their territory. See more.	Rat Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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American Foxhound vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Rat Terrier Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, American Foxhound or English Cocker Spaniel or Rat Terrier? American Foxhound vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Rat Terrier behavior/temperament comparison:	Loving Independent Intelligent Loyal Tempered Kind Sweet	Playful Intelligent Friendly Affectionate Trainable Quiet Faithful	Loving Alert Affectionate Lively Inquisitive
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	American Foxhound dogs are less sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Sensitive: English Cocker Spaniel 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 Foxhound vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Rat Terrier?	High: American Foxhound dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: English Cocker Spaniel dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Rat Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs American Foxhound vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Rat Terrier social needs comparison:	American Foxhound dogs are a social breed. See more.	English Cocker Spaniel dogs are a social breed. See more.	Rat Terrier dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	American Foxhound dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the English Cocker Spaniel is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Rat Terrier is strong enough to escape from home. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	American Foxhound dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	English Cocker Spaniel dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Rat Terrier dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

American Foxhound vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Rat Terrier Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness American Foxhound vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Rat Terrier playfulness comparison:	The American Foxhound is a highly playful breed. See more.	The English Cocker Spaniel is a playful breed. See more.	Average: Rat Terriers, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: American Foxhound vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Rat Terrier?	A lot: American Foxhound is a particularly loud breed. See more.	Average: The English Cocker Spaniel barks occasionally. See more.	Average: The Rat Terrier barks occasionally. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly American Foxhound or English Cocker Spaniel or Rat Terrier?	Not an apartment-friendly dog the American Foxhound breed.	Very house-friendly dog the English Cocker Spaniel breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Rat Terrier breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

American Foxhound vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Rat Terrier Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	American Foxhound dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	English Cocker Spaniel dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Rat Terrier dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: American Foxhound or English Cocker Spaniel or Rat Terrier?	American Foxhound 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.	English 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.	Rat Terrier dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

American Foxhound vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Rat Terrier Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: American Foxhound or English Cocker Spaniel or Rat Terrier?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ American Foxhound bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ English Cocker Spaniel bite force: Ordinary.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Rat Terrier bite force: Weak.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	Low 🔽 The American Foxhound has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The English Cocker Spaniel has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Rat Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? American Foxhound vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Rat Terrier mouthiness comparison:	American Foxhound dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	English Cocker Spaniel dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Rat Terrier dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

American Foxhound vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Rat Terrier Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues American Foxhound vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Rat Terrier health comparison. Which is the healthier: American Foxhound vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Rat Terrier?	American Foxhounds tend to have a lot and frequent health issues.	The English Cocker Spaniel is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Rat Terrier 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 Foxhound vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Rat Terrier? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? American Foxhound vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Rat Terrier health problems comparison:	No data available	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Ear Infections Elbow Dysplasia Renal Failure	Hip Dysplasia Legg-perthes Disease Patellar Luxation Eye Problems Heart Problems
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Frequent The American Foxhound should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Average The English Cocker Spaniel should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Rat Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy American Foxhound vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Rat Terrier lifespan comparison. How long do American Foxhound, English Cocker Spaniel and Rat Terrier breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	10-12 years The average lifespan of American Foxhound: 11 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of English Cocker Spaniel: 13 years	14-18 years The average lifespan of Rat Terrier: 16 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: American Foxhound vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Rat Terrier?	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The American Foxhound can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The English Cocker Spaniel 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.

American Foxhound vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Rat Terrier Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a American Foxhound or English Cocker Spaniel or Rat Terrier? American Foxhound vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Rat Terrier energy level comparison:	American Foxhound dogs are high-energy dogs.	English Cocker Spaniel dogs are high-energy dogs.	Rat Terrier dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need American Foxhound vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Rat Terrier exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: American Foxhound or English Cocker Spaniel or Rat Terrier? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	American Foxhound dogs need a lot of exercises.	English Cocker Spaniel dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Rat Terrier dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: American Foxhound or English Cocker Spaniel or Rat Terrier?	American Foxhound dogs don't need too much sleep.	English Cocker Spaniel dogs don't need too much sleep.	Rat Terrier dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

American Foxhound vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Rat Terrier Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: American Foxhound or English Cocker Spaniel or Rat Terrier?	2 to 3 cups of a high-quality dog food a day.	1 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	No data available
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? American Foxhound vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Rat Terrier weight gain potential comparison:	High: The American Foxhound breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	High: The English Cocker Spaniel breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	Average: The Rat Terrier has an average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

American Foxhound vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Rat Terrier Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? American Foxhound vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Rat Terrier coat comparison:	Rough	Feathered	Dense Shiny
Colors What are the original American Foxhound, English Cocker Spaniel and Rat Terrier color?	Black Tan Red Blue White Brown	Black Tan Blue Golden Liver Roan	Black Tan Blue White Brown Tricolor
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, American Foxhound or English Cocker Spaniel or Rat Terrier? American Foxhound vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Rat Terrier grooming comparison:	Effortless: The American Foxhound requires minimal grooming. See more.	Average: The English Cocker Spaniel requires average grooming effort. See more.	Effortless: The Rat Terrier requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more American Foxhound or English Cocker Spaniel or Rat Terrier? American Foxhound or English Cocker Spaniel or {name3 shedding:	American Foxhound dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	English Cocker Spaniel dogs shed moderately. See more.	Rat Terrier dogs shed above average. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: American Foxhound or English Cocker Spaniel or Rat Terrier?	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.
Hypoallergenic American Foxhound vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Rat Terrier hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, American Foxhound vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Rat Terrier?	Medium ⏺ The American Foxhound has an average chance of bad smell.	High 🔼 The English Cocker Spaniel has a high chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Rat Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The American Foxhound is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The English Cocker Spaniel is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Rat Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

American Foxhound vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Rat Terrier Good With Comparison

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

American Foxhound vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Rat Terrier 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 Foxhound or English Cocker Spaniel or Rat Terrier? 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.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a 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.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
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.	Yes This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: American Foxhound vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Rat Terrier?	Not really American Foxhound breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Yes English Cocker Spaniel breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Not really Rat Terrier 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 Foxhound vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Rat Terrier 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 Foxhound and English Cocker Spaniel and Rat Terrier have?	5-7 puppies	6-8 puppies	5-7 puppies
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American Foxhound vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Rat Terrier Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1886 as a Hound breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1946 as a Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2013 as a Terrier breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Scent hounds and related breeds group, in the Scent hounds section.	Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Flushing Dogs section.	Not recognized by FCI.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	No data available	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 Dog Registry of America Inc. North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club United Kennel Club

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