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English Cocker Spaniel vs Biewer Terrier vs Leonberger Comparison - Dog breed selector: Merry Cocker Woker or Biewer à la Pom Pon or Gentle Giant? Find the right dog for you

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Name English Cocker Spaniel Biewer Terrier Leonberger
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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for English Cocker Spaniel, Biewer Terrier, and Leonberger breeds.
Merry Cocker Woker
Cocker
Biewer à la Pom Pon
Biewer Yorkie
Biewer Yorkshire
German Yorkshire Terrier
Gentle Giant
Gentle Lion
Leonbergi
Leo
Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between English Cocker Spaniel, Biewer Terrier, and Leonberger? Compare their breeding categories.
Purebred Purebred Purebred

English Cocker Spaniel vs Biewer Terrier vs Leonberger Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Compare size differences between English Cocker Spaniel, Biewer Terrier, and Leonberger. Which breed is the largest?
Medium Small Giant
Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between English Cocker Spaniel, Biewer Terrier, and Leonberger? Compare adult weight ranges.
Male: 28-34 pounds (13-16 kg), Female: 26-32 pounds (12-15 kg) 4.5-9 pounds (2.5-4 kg) Male: 130-170 pounds (59-77 kg), Female: 100-130 pounds (45-59 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 31 pounds (14.5 kg), Female: 29 pounds (13.5 kg) 6.75 pounds (3.25 kg) Male: 150 pounds (68 kg), Female: 115 pounds (52 kg)
Height
Which is taller, English Cocker Spaniel or Biewer Terrier or Leonberger? English Cocker Spaniel vs Biewer Terrier vs Leonberger height comparison:
Male: 15-17 inches (38-43 cm), Female: 14-16 inches (36-41 cm) 7-11 inches (18-28 cm) Male: 29-31 inches (74-80 cm), Female: 27-29 inches (61-74 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 16 inches (40.5 cm), Female: 15 inches (38.5 cm) 9 inches (23 cm) Male: 30 inches (77 cm), Female: 28 inches (67.5 cm)

English Cocker Spaniel vs Biewer Terrier vs Leonberger Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range
Compare puppy costs for English Cocker Spaniel, Biewer Terrier, and Leonberger. Find price differences between these breeds.
$900-$1200 $1500-$1800 $1500-$2000
Availability
Which is easier to get, English Cocker Spaniel or Biewer Terrier or Leonberger?
Very frequent: The English Cocker Spaniel is quite easy to get.
Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.
Frequent: The Leonberger is easier than average to get.

English Cocker Spaniel vs Biewer Terrier vs Leonberger Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between English Cocker Spaniel, Biewer Terrier, and Leonberger. Which breed ranks highest?
Very smart: English Cocker Spaniel is an excellent dog breed.
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Smart: The Biewer Terrier dogs have great intelligence.
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Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between English Cocker Spaniel, Biewer Terrier, and Leonberger. Which is easiest to train?
English Cocker Spaniel dogs are easy to train.
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Biewer Terrier dogs are quite easy to train.
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Leonberger dogs are quite easy to train.
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Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of English Cocker Spaniel, Biewer Terrier, and Leonberger. Which breed is most alert?
English Cocker Spaniel dogs are good watchdogs.
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Biewer Terrier dogs are good watchdogs.
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Leonberger dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between English Cocker Spaniel, Biewer Terrier, and Leonberger. Which breed is most protective?
English Cocker Spaniel dogs are not the best to protect their territory.
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Biewer Terrier dogs are average defenders.
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Leonberger dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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English Cocker Spaniel vs Biewer Terrier vs Leonberger Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between English Cocker Spaniel, Biewer Terrier, and Leonberger? Compare temperaments.
Playful
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Trainable
Quiet
Faithful
Playful
Stubborn
Energetic
Intelligent
Friendly
Loving
Obedient
Loyal
Fearless
Companionable
Adaptable
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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Biewer Terrier dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: English Cocker Spaniel vs Biewer Terrier vs Leonberger?
High: English Cocker Spaniel dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Biewer Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Leonberger dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
English Cocker Spaniel vs Biewer Terrier vs Leonberger social needs comparison:
English Cocker Spaniel dogs are a social breed.
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Biewer Terrier dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Leonberger dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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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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Biewer Terrier dogs are not the biggest explorers.
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Leonberger dogs tend to escape less than other breeds.
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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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Their prey drive is low.
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Leonberger dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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English Cocker Spaniel vs Biewer Terrier vs Leonberger Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of English Cocker Spaniel, Biewer Terrier, and Leonberger. Which breed is most vocal?
Average: The English Cocker Spaniel barks occasionally.
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Average: The Biewer Terrier barks occasionally.
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Low: The Leonberger barks none to minimal.
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between English Cocker Spaniel, Biewer Terrier, and Leonberger. Which breed is most playful?
The English Cocker Spaniel is a playful breed.
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The Biewer Terrier is a playful breed.
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The Leonberger is a playful breed.
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Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of English Cocker Spaniel, Biewer Terrier, and Leonberger. Which adapts best to small spaces?
Very house-friendly dog the English Cocker Spaniel breed.
Very house-friendly dog the Biewer Terrier breed.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Leonberger breed.

English Cocker Spaniel vs Biewer Terrier vs Leonberger Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between English Cocker Spaniel, Biewer Terrier, and Leonberger. Which breed is most flexible?
English Cocker Spaniel dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Average: Biewer Terrier dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Average: Leonberger dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: English Cocker Spaniel or Biewer Terrier or Leonberger?
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.
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.
Leonberger dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

English Cocker Spaniel vs Biewer Terrier vs Leonberger Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between English Cocker Spaniel, Biewer Terrier, and Leonberger. Which has lowest bite risk?

Low 🔽

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

Low 🔽

The Biewer Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Leonberger has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between English Cocker Spaniel, Biewer Terrier, and Leonberger. 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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Biewer Terrier dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Leonberger dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Bite Strength Rating
Compare bite forces between English Cocker Spaniel, Biewer Terrier, and Leonberger. Which has the strongest bite?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

English Cocker Spaniel bite force: Ordinary.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Biewer Terrier bite force: Weak.

Above 400 PSI 🔼

Leonberger bite force: The Strongest.

English Cocker Spaniel vs Biewer Terrier vs Leonberger Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of English Cocker Spaniel, Biewer Terrier, and Leonberger. Which breed lives longest?
12-14 years
The average lifespan of English Cocker Spaniel: 13 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Biewer Terrier: 13 years
8-10 years
The average lifespan of Leonberger: 9 years
Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between English Cocker Spaniel, Biewer Terrier, and Leonberger. 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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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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Prefers cold weather
The Leonberger can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog.
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Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in English Cocker Spaniel, Biewer Terrier, and Leonberger. 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.
Biewer Terriers are commonly healthy dogs.
Leonbergers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
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.
Rare
The Biewer Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Frequent
The Leonberger should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: English Cocker Spaniel vs Biewer Terrier vs Leonberger? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? English Cocker Spaniel vs Biewer Terrier vs Leonberger health problems comparison:
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Ear Infections
Elbow Dysplasia
Renal Failure
Dental Problems
GI tract sensitivity
Bouts of diarrhea
Frequent discolored or soft stool
Hip Dysplasia
Cancer
Bloat
Entropion
Inherited Polyneuropathy
Ectropion
Elbow Dysplasia
Addison's Disease
Eosinophilic Panosteitis

English Cocker Spaniel vs Biewer Terrier vs Leonberger Energy and Activity Comparison

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

English Cocker Spaniel vs Biewer Terrier vs Leonberger Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between English Cocker Spaniel, Biewer Terrier, and Leonberger. Which is most prone to obesity?
High: The English Cocker Spaniel breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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Average: The Biewer Terrier has an average risk for obesity.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Leonberger's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between English Cocker Spaniel, Biewer Terrier, and Leonberger. Which needs most food?
1 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 1/4 to 1/2 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 8 to 10 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals

English Cocker Spaniel vs Biewer Terrier vs Leonberger Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of English Cocker Spaniel, Biewer Terrier, and Leonberger. Which is best for allergy sufferers?
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between English Cocker Spaniel, Biewer Terrier, and Leonberger. What colors are available?
Black
Tan
Blue
Golden
Liver
Roan
Piebald
Black & White & Tan
Chocolate Tan & White
Blue Tan & White
Red
Brown
Yellow
Sandy
Reddish
Mahogany
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between English Cocker Spaniel, Biewer Terrier, and Leonberger. Which requires most maintenance?
Average: The English Cocker Spaniel requires average grooming effort.
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Easy to groom: The Biewer Terrier doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Average: The Leonberger requires average grooming effort.
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Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between English Cocker Spaniel, Biewer Terrier, and Leonberger. Which drools least?
The English Cocker Spaniel is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Biewer Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Leonberger is an average drooler.
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Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between English Cocker Spaniel, Biewer Terrier, and Leonberger. Which has least natural smell?

High 🔼

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

Low 🔽

The Biewer Terrier has a low chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Leonberger has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between English Cocker Spaniel, Biewer Terrier, and Leonberger. How do their fur characteristics differ?
Feathered Silky
Soft
Long
Waterproof
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between English Cocker Spaniel, Biewer Terrier, and Leonberger. 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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3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more English Cocker Spaniel or Biewer Terrier or Leonberger? English Cocker Spaniel or Biewer Terrier or {name3 shedding:
English Cocker Spaniel dogs shed moderately.
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Biewer Terrier dogs shed none to minimal.
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Leonberger dogs are heavy shedders.
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English Cocker Spaniel vs Biewer Terrier vs Leonberger Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility
Compare child-friendliness between English Cocker Spaniel, Biewer Terrier, and Leonberger. Which is best with kids?
English Cocker Spaniel dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Biewer Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Leonberger 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.
Biewer Terrier dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Leonberger dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly English Cocker Spaniel or Biewer Terrier or Leonberger? Which dog is more friendly?
English Cocker Spaniel dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Biewer Terrier dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Leonberger dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly English Cocker Spaniel or Biewer Terrier or Leonberger?
English Cocker Spaniel dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Biewer Terrier dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Leonberger dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly English Cocker Spaniel or Biewer Terrier or Leonberger?
English Cocker Spaniel dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Biewer Terrier dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Leonberger dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: English Cocker Spaniel vs Biewer Terrier vs Leonberger?
Yes
English Cocker Spaniel dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Biewer Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Leonberger 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.
Yes
Biewer Terrier is one of the best dog breeds for office environment
No
Leonberger 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.
Biewer Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.
Leonbergers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

English Cocker Spaniel vs Biewer Terrier vs Leonberger As a Working Dog Comparison

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

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This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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This breed generally not used 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, Biewer Terrier, and Leonberger. Which excels in therapy work?

Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a 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, Biewer Terrier, and Leonberger. Which has best nose work ability?

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 & Rescue Potential
Compare search and rescue potential between English Cocker Spaniel, Biewer Terrier, and Leonberger. Which is best for SAR work?

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.
Maritime Work Ability
Compare boating aptitude between English Cocker Spaniel, Biewer Terrier, and Leonberger. Which is best suited for water work?

Yes

English Cocker Spaniel breed usually likes being on a boat.
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Not really

Biewer Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Leonberger breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between English Cocker Spaniel, Biewer Terrier, and Leonberger. 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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Yes

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, Biewer Terrier, and Leonberger. 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 Biewer Terrier vs Leonberger Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of English Cocker Spaniel, Biewer Terrier, and Leonberger. Which has most puppies?
6-8 puppies 2-4 puppies 6-8 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of English Cocker Spaniel, Biewer Terrier, and Leonberger. Any breeding differences?
60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between English Cocker Spaniel, Biewer Terrier, and Leonberger. 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 Biewer Terrier vs Leonberger Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for English Cocker Spaniel, Biewer Terrier, and Leonberger. How are they classified?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1946 as a Sporting breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club as a Miscellaneous breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2010 as a Working breed.
FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for English Cocker Spaniel, Biewer Terrier, and Leonberger. How are they classified internationally?
Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Flushing Dogs section. Not recognized by FCI. Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type section.
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of English Cocker Spaniel, Biewer Terrier, and Leonberger. 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
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.
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club

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