Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs American Cocker Spaniel Comparison – Which dog is better Cav or Cocker Spaniel?

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Name	Cavalier King Charles Spaniel	American Cocker Spaniel
Origins	England	United States
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Group	Companion Dogs	Gun Dog
Popularity Rank	19	29
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Cav, Cavalier, Cavie	Cocker Spaniel, Cocker, Merry Cocker
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs American Cocker Spaniel breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred
AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1995 as a Toy breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1878 as a Sporting breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	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.
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	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
Price Which is cheaper, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or American Cocker Spaniel? Which is more expensive? What is the difference in price between Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and American Cocker Spaniel?	$1200-$1500	No data available
Availability	Very frequent	Very frequent

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs American Cocker Spaniel General Appearance & Basic Info Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or American Cocker Spaniel? Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs American Cocker Spaniel size comparison:	Small	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or American Cocker Spaniel? Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs American Cocker Spaniel weight comparison:	10-18 pounds (5-8 kg)	15-30 pounds (7-14 kg)
Avg. Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	14 pounds (6.5 kg)	22.5 pounds (10.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or American Cocker Spaniel? Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs American Cocker Spaniel height comparison:	12-13 inches (30-33 cm)	15-16.5 inches (38-41 cm)
Avg. Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	12.5 inches (31.5 cm)	15-16.5 inches (39.5 cm)

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs American Cocker Spaniel Hair & Care Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs American Cocker Spaniel coat comparison:	Feathered	Feathered
Colors What are the original Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and American Cocker Spaniel color? Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs American Cocker Spaniel color comparison:	Tan Blenheim Tricolor Ruby	Brown Red Tan Buff Silver Black
Grooming Which is easy to maintain, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or American Cocker Spaniel? Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs American Cocker Spaniel grooming comparison:	Average: The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel requires average grooming effort.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or American Cocker Spaniel? Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs American Cocker Spaniel shedding:	Cavalier King Charles Spaniels shed above average.	American Cocker Spaniels shed moderately.
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or American Cocker Spaniel?	6-8 weeks Rarely.	6-8 weeks Rarely.

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs American Cocker Spaniel Characteristics Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or American Cocker Spaniel? Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs American Cocker Spaniel behavior/temperament comparison:	Affectionate Courageous Intelligent Cheerful Gentle Social Polite Quiet Active Graceful Fearless Friendly Nonaggressive Sporty No tendency towards nervousness	Outright Tempered Merry Intelligent Trusting Joyful Outgoing Sociable
Intelligent Rank Which dog has more intelligence? Is a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or American Cocker Spaniel smarter? Which is best? Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs American Cocker Spaniel intelligence:	Átlagos: Átlagos intelligenciájú Cavalier King Charles Spaniel.	Very smart: American Cocker Spaniel is an excellent dog breed.
Trainability Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs American Cocker Spaniel trainability comparison. What's the difference between Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs American Cocker Spaniel?	Cavalier King Charles Spaniels are quite easy to train.	American Cocker Spaniels are quite easy to train.
Playfulness Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs American Cocker Spaniel playfulness comparison:	Cavalier King Charles Spaniels, like any other dog breed, like playing.	The American Cocker Spaniel is a playful breed.
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs American Cocker Spaniel?	Cavalier King Charles Spaniels don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household and frequent guest visits.	American Cocker Spaniels have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs American Cocker Spaniel?	Cavalier King Charles Spaniels are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.	American Cocker Spaniels are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
Social Needs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs American Cocker Spaniel social needs comparison:	Cavalier King Charles Spaniels need a lot of social interaction.	American Cocker Spaniels are a social breed.
Barking Which dog barks more/less: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs American Cocker Spaniel?	Average: The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel barks occasionally.	Average to high: The American Cocker Spaniel is a vocal breed.
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or American Cocker Spaniel?	Cavalier King Charles Spaniels are not the best watchdogs.	American Cocker Spaniels are average watchdogs.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Cavalier King Charles Spaniels are not the best to protect their territory.	American Cocker Spaniels are average defenders.
Biting Potential Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	Low The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low The American Cocker Spaniel has a low chance of biting somebody.
Bite Force Which bite is stronger: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or American Cocker Spaniel?	Between 100 and 200 PSI The weakest: Dogs that have the weakest bite force below 200 PSI.	Between 200 and 400 PSI Ordinary: Average dogs have bite force between 200 and 400 PSI.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs American Cocker Spaniel mouthiness comparison:	Cavalier King Charles Spaniels have an average tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.	American Cocker Spaniels have an average tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs American Cocker Spaniel?	Cavalier King Charles Spaniels tend to escape less than other breeds.	Wanderlust potential of the American Cocker Spaniel is strong enough to escape from home.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs American Cocker Spaniel? Which can be better for hunting?	Cavalier King Charles Spaniels 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.	American Cocker Spaniels have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or American Cocker Spaniel?	Kimondottan lakásbarát kutya Cavalier King Charles Spaniel fajta.	Kimondottan lakásbarát kutya American Cocker Spaniel fajta.
Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Cavalier King Charles Spaniels adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	American Cocker Spaniels adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or American Cocker Spaniel?	Cavalier King Charles Spaniels tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	American Cocker Spaniels 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.
Fighting 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.

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs American Cocker Spaniel Good With Comparison

Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or American Cocker Spaniel? Which dog is more friendly?	Cavalier King Charles Spaniels are very stranger friendly dogs.	American Cocker Spaniels are very stranger friendly dogs.
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or American Cocker Spaniel?	Cavalier King Charles Spaniels are very kid-friendly dogs.	American Cocker Spaniels are very kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or American Cocker Spaniel?	Cavalier King Charles Spaniels are average friendly towards cats.	American Cocker Spaniels are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or American Cocker Spaniel?	Cavalier King Charles Spaniels are very dog-friendly dogs.	American Cocker Spaniels are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs American Cocker Spaniel?	No Cavalier King Charles Spaniels are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.	Yes American Cocker Spaniels are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Service Dog Which one could be 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.
Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or American Cocker Spaniel? Which is better for autism?	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.	Not really This breed generally not used as a therapy dog.
Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	Not really A detection dog or sniffer dog is a dog that is trained to use its senses (mostly its smell) to detect substances such as explosives, illegal drugs, wildlife scat, currency, blood, and contraband electronics such as illicit mobile phones.	Not really A detection dog or sniffer dog is a dog that is trained to use its senses (mostly its smell) to detect substances such as explosives, illegal drugs, wildlife scat, currency, blood, and contraband electronics such as illicit mobile phones.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Cavalier King Charles Spaniel is not the best dog breed for office environment.	Yes American Cocker Spaniel is one of the best dog breeds for office environment
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR) Which one could be a search and rescue dog?	Not really The use of dogs in search and rescue (SAR) is a valuable component in wilderness tracking, natural disasters, mass casualty events, and in locating missing people.	Not really The use of dogs in search and rescue (SAR) is a valuable component in wilderness tracking, natural disasters, mass casualty events, and in locating missing people.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Cavalier King Charles Spaniels are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	American Cocker Spaniels are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Boat Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs American Cocker Spaniel?	Not really Cavalier King Charles Spaniel breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.	Yes American Cocker Spaniel breed usually likes being on a boat.
Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Cavalier King Charles Spaniels are generally with other pets.	American Cocker Spaniels are generally with other pets.
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.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs American Cocker Spaniel Health Factors Comparison

Health Issues Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs American Cocker Spaniel health comparison. Which is the healthier: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs American Cocker Spaniel?	Cavalier King Charles Spaniels tend to have more and frequent health issues than other breeds.	American Cocker Spaniels are commonly healthy dogs.
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs American Cocker Spaniel? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs American Cocker Spaniel health problems comparison:	Dry Eye Episodic Falling Syndrome Hip Dysplasia Mitral Valve Disease Patellar Luxation Syringomyelia	Allergies Autoimmune Hemolytic Anemia Cataracts Glaucoma Hip Dysplasia Hypothyroidism Idiopathic Epilepsy Patellar Luxation Primary Seborrhea Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs American Cocker Spaniel?	Frequent The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Rare The American Cocker Spaniel should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Life Expectancy Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs American Cocker Spaniel lifespan comparison. How long do Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and American Cocker Spaniel breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy? What is the age limit of the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and American Cocker Spaniel?	10-14 years	12-15 years
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Hypoallergenic Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs American Cocker Spaniel hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No	No
Energy Level Who has more energy a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or American Cocker Spaniel? Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs American Cocker Spaniel energy level comparison:	Cavalier King Charles Spaniels have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.	American Cocker Spaniels have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs American Cocker Spaniel exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or American Cocker Spaniel? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Cavalier King Charles Spaniels have an average exercise need.	American Cocker Spaniels need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or American Cocker Spaniel?	Cavalier King Charles Spaniels sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered as a lazy breed.	American Cocker Spaniels are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend to much time with sleeping.
Avg. daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or American Cocker Spaniel? Does the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel breed eat more than the American Cocker Spaniel breed?	1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1.5 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs American Cocker Spaniel weight gain potential comparison:	Average to High.	Average to High.
Weather & Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs American Cocker Spaniel?	Tolerates warm and cold weather.	Tolerates warm and cold weather.
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells least? Which dog smells most? Which is best, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or American Cocker Spaniel?	High The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel has a high chance of bad smell.	Medium The American Cocker Spaniel has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least? What's the difference between Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs American Cocker Spaniel?	The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel is a perfect example for very low drooling tendency.	The American Cocker Spaniel is a perfect example for very low drooling tendency.

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs American Cocker Spaniel Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	60-64 days	60-64 days
Litter Frequency	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy.
Litter Size How many puppies can Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and American Cocker Spaniel have? Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs American Cocker Spaniel litter size comparison:	3-5 puppies	4-7 puppies
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