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English Cocker Spaniel vs Beagle vs Sprocker Spaniel Comparison - Dog breed selector: Merry Cocker Woker or English Beagle or Sprocker Spaniel? Find the right dog for you

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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for English Cocker Spaniel, Beagle, and Sprocker Spaniel breeds.
Merry Cocker Woker
Cocker
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Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between English Cocker Spaniel, Beagle, and Sprocker Spaniel? Compare their breeding categories.
Purebred Purebred Cross Breed

English Cocker Spaniel vs Beagle vs Sprocker Spaniel Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Compare size differences between English Cocker Spaniel, Beagle, and Sprocker Spaniel. Which breed is the largest?
Medium Small Medium
Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between English Cocker Spaniel, Beagle, and Sprocker Spaniel? Compare adult weight ranges.
Male: 28-34 pounds (13-16 kg), Female: 26-32 pounds (12-15 kg) Male: 22-25 pounds (10-11 kg), Female: 20-23 pounds (9-10 kg) 30-50 pounds (13-23 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 31 pounds (14.5 kg), Female: 29 pounds (13.5 kg) Male: 23.5 pounds (10.5 kg), Female: 21.5 pounds (9.5 kg) 40 pounds (18 kg)
Height
Which is taller, English Cocker Spaniel or Beagle or Sprocker Spaniel? English Cocker Spaniel vs Beagle vs Sprocker Spaniel height comparison:
Male: 15-17 inches (38-43 cm), Female: 14-16 inches (36-41 cm) Male: 14-16 inches (36-41 cm), Female: 13-15 inches (33-38 cm) 18-22 inches (45-55 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 16 inches (40.5 cm), Female: 15 inches (38.5 cm) Male: 15 inches (38.5 cm), Female: 14 inches (35.5 cm) 20 inches (50 cm)

English Cocker Spaniel vs Beagle vs Sprocker Spaniel Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range
Compare puppy costs for English Cocker Spaniel, Beagle, and Sprocker Spaniel. Find price differences between these breeds.
$900-$1200 $500-$800 $700-$800
Availability
Which is easier to get, English Cocker Spaniel or Beagle or Sprocker Spaniel?
Very frequent: The English Cocker Spaniel is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Beagle is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Sprocker Spaniel is quite easy to get.

English Cocker Spaniel vs Beagle vs Sprocker Spaniel Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between English Cocker Spaniel, Beagle, and Sprocker Spaniel. Which breed ranks highest?
Very smart: English Cocker Spaniel is an excellent dog breed.
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Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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Outstanding: Sprocker Spaniel is one of the brightest dog breeds.
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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between English Cocker Spaniel, Beagle, and Sprocker Spaniel. Which is easiest to train?
English Cocker Spaniel dogs are easy to train.
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Beagle dogs are easy to train.
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Sprocker Spaniel dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of English Cocker Spaniel, Beagle, and Sprocker Spaniel. Which breed is most alert?
English Cocker Spaniel dogs are good watchdogs.
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Beagle dogs are not the best choice if you want a good watchdog.
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Sprocker Spaniel dogs are good watchdogs.
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Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between English Cocker Spaniel, Beagle, and Sprocker Spaniel. Which breed is most protective?
English Cocker Spaniel dogs are not the best to protect their territory.
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Beagle dogs can't provide protection for their territory.
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Sprocker Spaniel dogs are average defenders.
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English Cocker Spaniel vs Beagle vs Sprocker Spaniel Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between English Cocker Spaniel, Beagle, and Sprocker Spaniel? Compare temperaments.
Playful
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Trainable
Quiet
Faithful
Loving
Independent
Intelligent
Friendly
Lively
Gentle
Sweet
Playful
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Social
Trainable
Cheerful
Quiet
Faithful
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
Sensitive: English Cocker Spaniel dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Sensitive: Sprocker Spaniel dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: English Cocker Spaniel vs Beagle vs Sprocker Spaniel?
High: English Cocker Spaniel dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Beagle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Sprocker Spaniel dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
English Cocker Spaniel vs Beagle vs Sprocker Spaniel social needs comparison:
English Cocker Spaniel dogs are a social breed.
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Beagle dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Sprocker Spaniel dogs are a social breed.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
The wanderlust potential of the English Cocker Spaniel is strong enough to escape from home.
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Beagle dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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The wanderlust potential of the Sprocker Spaniel is strong enough to escape from home.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
English Cocker Spaniel dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Beagle dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Sprocker Spaniel dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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English Cocker Spaniel vs Beagle vs Sprocker Spaniel Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of English Cocker Spaniel, Beagle, and Sprocker Spaniel. Which breed is most vocal?
Average: The English Cocker Spaniel barks occasionally.
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A lot: Beagle is a particularly loud breed.
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Average: The Sprocker Spaniel barks occasionally.
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between English Cocker Spaniel, Beagle, and Sprocker Spaniel. Which breed is most playful?
The English Cocker Spaniel is a playful breed.
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The Beagle is a highly playful breed.
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The Sprocker Spaniel is a highly playful breed.
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Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of English Cocker Spaniel, Beagle, and Sprocker Spaniel. Which adapts best to small spaces?
Very house-friendly dog the English Cocker Spaniel breed.
It is not recommended to keep the Beagle breed in the home.
Very house-friendly dog the Sprocker Spaniel breed.

English Cocker Spaniel vs Beagle vs Sprocker Spaniel Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between English Cocker Spaniel, Beagle, and Sprocker Spaniel. Which breed is most flexible?
English Cocker Spaniel dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Beagle dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Sprocker Spaniel dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: English Cocker Spaniel or Beagle or Sprocker Spaniel?
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.
Beagle dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
Sprocker 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.

English Cocker Spaniel vs Beagle vs Sprocker Spaniel Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between English Cocker Spaniel, Beagle, and Sprocker Spaniel. Which has lowest bite risk?

Low 🔽

The English Cocker Spaniel has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Beagle has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Sprocker Spaniel has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between English Cocker Spaniel, Beagle, and Sprocker Spaniel. Which uses mouth most during play?
English Cocker Spaniel dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Beagle dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Sprocker Spaniel dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Bite Strength Rating
Compare bite forces between English Cocker Spaniel, Beagle, and Sprocker Spaniel. Which has the strongest bite?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

English Cocker Spaniel bite force: Ordinary.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Beagle bite force: Weak.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Sprocker Spaniel bite force: Ordinary.

English Cocker Spaniel vs Beagle vs Sprocker Spaniel Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of English Cocker Spaniel, Beagle, and Sprocker Spaniel. Which breed lives longest?
12-14 years
The average lifespan of English Cocker Spaniel: 13 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Beagle: 13 years
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Sprocker Spaniel: 13 years
Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between English Cocker Spaniel, Beagle, and Sprocker Spaniel. Which handles climate changes best?
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.
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Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
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Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in English Cocker Spaniel, Beagle, and Sprocker Spaniel. Which has fewer 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 Beagle is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Sprocker Spaniels are commonly healthy dogs.
Vet Care Frequency
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Average
The English Cocker Spaniel should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Average
The Beagle should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Rare
The Sprocker Spaniel should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: English Cocker Spaniel vs Beagle vs Sprocker Spaniel? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? English Cocker Spaniel vs Beagle vs Sprocker Spaniel health problems comparison:
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Ear Infections
Elbow Dysplasia
Renal Failure
Hip Dysplasia
Patellar Luxation
Hypothyroidism
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Epilepsy
Intervertebral Disk Disease
Cherry Eye
Distichiasis
Glaucoma
Beagle Dwarfism
Chinese Beagle Syndrome
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Ear Infections
Ectropion
Elbow Dysplasia
Retinal Dysplasia
Renal Failure
Phosphofructokinase deficiency (Tarui disease, PFK)

English Cocker Spaniel vs Beagle vs Sprocker Spaniel Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating
Compare energy levels between English Cocker Spaniel, Beagle, and Sprocker Spaniel. Which breed is most active?
English Cocker Spaniel dogs are high-energy dogs.
Beagle dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Sprocker Spaniel dogs are high-energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
English Cocker Spaniel vs Beagle vs Sprocker Spaniel exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: English Cocker Spaniel or Beagle or Sprocker Spaniel? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
English Cocker Spaniel dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Beagle dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sprocker Spaniel dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: English Cocker Spaniel or Beagle or Sprocker Spaniel?
English Cocker Spaniel dogs don't need too much sleep.
Beagle dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Sprocker Spaniel dogs don't need too much sleep.

English Cocker Spaniel vs Beagle vs Sprocker Spaniel Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between English Cocker Spaniel, Beagle, and Sprocker Spaniel. Which is most prone to obesity?
High: The English Cocker Spaniel breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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High: The Beagle breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Sprocker Spaniel's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between English Cocker Spaniel, Beagle, and Sprocker Spaniel. Which needs most food?
1 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 0.5 to 1.5 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.

English Cocker Spaniel vs Beagle vs Sprocker Spaniel Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of English Cocker Spaniel, Beagle, and Sprocker Spaniel. Which is best for allergy sufferers?
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between English Cocker Spaniel, Beagle, and Sprocker Spaniel. What colors are available?
Black
Tan
Blue
Golden
Liver
Roan
Black
Tan
Red
White
Tricolor
Black
Tan
Blue
White
Golden
Liver
Roan
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between English Cocker Spaniel, Beagle, and Sprocker Spaniel. Which requires most maintenance?
Average: The English Cocker Spaniel requires average grooming effort.
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Effortless: The Beagle requires minimal grooming.
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Advanced: The Sprocker Spaniel requires a lot of grooming.
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Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between English Cocker Spaniel, Beagle, and Sprocker Spaniel. Which drools least?
The English Cocker Spaniel is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Beagle is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Sprocker Spaniel is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between English Cocker Spaniel, Beagle, and Sprocker Spaniel. Which has least natural smell?

High 🔼

The English Cocker Spaniel has a high chance of bad smell.

High 🔼

The Beagle has a high chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Sprocker Spaniel has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between English Cocker Spaniel, Beagle, and Sprocker Spaniel. How do their fur characteristics differ?
Feathered Dense Feathered
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between English Cocker Spaniel, Beagle, and Sprocker Spaniel. Which requires most frequent baths?
6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more English Cocker Spaniel or Beagle or Sprocker Spaniel? English Cocker Spaniel or Beagle or {name3 shedding:
English Cocker Spaniel dogs shed moderately.
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Beagle dogs shed moderately.
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Sprocker Spaniel dogs shed moderately.
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English Cocker Spaniel vs Beagle vs Sprocker Spaniel Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility
Compare child-friendliness between English Cocker Spaniel, Beagle, and Sprocker Spaniel. Which is best with kids?
English Cocker Spaniel dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Beagle dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Sprocker Spaniel dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Pet Compatibility
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
English Cocker Spaniel dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Beagle dogs are generally with other pets.
Sprocker Spaniel dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly English Cocker Spaniel or Beagle or Sprocker Spaniel? Which dog is more friendly?
English Cocker Spaniel dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Beagle dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Sprocker Spaniel dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly English Cocker Spaniel or Beagle or Sprocker Spaniel?
English Cocker Spaniel dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Beagle dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Sprocker Spaniel dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly English Cocker Spaniel or Beagle or Sprocker Spaniel?
English Cocker Spaniel dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Beagle dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Sprocker Spaniel dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: English Cocker Spaniel vs Beagle vs Sprocker Spaniel?
Yes
English Cocker Spaniel dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Beagle dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Sprocker Spaniel dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
English Cocker Spaniel is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Beagle is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Sprocker Spaniel is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
English Cocker Spaniels are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Beagles are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Sprocker Spaniels are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

English Cocker Spaniel vs Beagle vs Sprocker Spaniel As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between English Cocker Spaniel, Beagle, and Sprocker Spaniel. Which is best suited for service work?

Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Yes

This breed makes good as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Therapy Work Suitability
Compare therapy dog potential between English Cocker Spaniel, Beagle, and Sprocker Spaniel. Which excels in therapy work?

Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between English Cocker Spaniel, Beagle, and Sprocker Spaniel. 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.

Yes

After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.
Search & Rescue Potential
Compare search and rescue potential between English Cocker Spaniel, Beagle, and Sprocker Spaniel. 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.

Yes

This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.
Maritime Work Ability
Compare boating aptitude between English Cocker Spaniel, Beagle, and Sprocker Spaniel. Which is best suited for water work?

Yes

English Cocker Spaniel breed usually likes being on a boat.
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Yes

Beagle breed usually likes being on a boat.
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Yes

Sprocker Spaniel breed usually likes being on a boat.
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Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between English Cocker Spaniel, Beagle, and Sprocker Spaniel. Which is best for draft work?

Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Military Service Background
Compare military service history of English Cocker Spaniel, Beagle, and Sprocker Spaniel. 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.

English Cocker Spaniel vs Beagle vs Sprocker Spaniel Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of English Cocker Spaniel, Beagle, and Sprocker Spaniel. Which has most puppies?
6-8 puppies 2-14 puppies, average 7 4-10 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of English Cocker Spaniel, Beagle, and Sprocker Spaniel. Any breeding differences?
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Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between English Cocker Spaniel, Beagle, and Sprocker Spaniel. What's recommended?

Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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English Cocker Spaniel vs Beagle vs Sprocker Spaniel Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for English Cocker Spaniel, Beagle, and Sprocker Spaniel. How are they classified?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1946 as a Sporting breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Hound breed. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for English Cocker Spaniel, Beagle, and Sprocker Spaniel. How are they classified internationally?
Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Flushing Dogs section. Recognized by FCI in the Scent hounds and related breeds group, in the Scent hounds section. Not recognized by FCI.
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of English Cocker Spaniel, Beagle, and Sprocker Spaniel. Which has most recognition?
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
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