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English Cocker Spaniel vs Border Collie vs Afghan Hound Comparison - Dog breed selector: Merry Cocker Woker or Sheepdog or Da Kochyano Spay? Find the right dog for you

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Name English Cocker Spaniel Border Collie Afghan Hound
OriginsEngland flagEngland England flagEngland Scotland flagScotland Wales flagWales Afghanistan flagAfghanistan
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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for English Cocker Spaniel, Border Collie, and Afghan Hound breeds.
Merry Cocker Woker
Cocker
Sheepdog
Scotch Sheep Dog
Da Kochyano Spay
Eastern Greyhound
Persian Greyhound
Ogar Afgan
Sage Balochi
Tazhi Spay
Tazi
Baluchi Hound
Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between English Cocker Spaniel, Border Collie, and Afghan Hound? Compare their breeding categories.
Purebred Purebred Purebred

English Cocker Spaniel vs Border Collie vs Afghan Hound Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Compare size differences between English Cocker Spaniel, Border Collie, and Afghan Hound. Which breed is the largest?
Medium Large Large
Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between English Cocker Spaniel, Border Collie, and Afghan Hound? Compare adult weight ranges.
Male: 28-34 pounds (13-16 kg), Female: 26-32 pounds (12-15 kg) Male: 30-45 pounds (14-20 kg), Female: 27-42 pounds (12-19 kg) 50-64 pounds (22-34 kg)
Male: 50-60 pounds (23-27 kg), Female: 40-55 pounds (18-25 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 31 pounds (14.5 kg), Female: 29 pounds (13.5 kg) Male: 37.5 pounds (17 kg), Female: 34.5 pounds (15.5 kg) 57 pounds (28 kg)
Height
Which is taller, English Cocker Spaniel or Border Collie or Afghan Hound? English Cocker Spaniel vs Border Collie vs Afghan Hound height comparison:
Male: 15-17 inches (38-43 cm), Female: 14-16 inches (36-41 cm) Male: 19-22 inches (48-56 cm), Female: 18-21 inches (46-53 cm) 27-29 inches (69-74 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 16 inches (40.5 cm), Female: 15 inches (38.5 cm) Male: 20.5 inches (52 cm), Female: 19.5 inches (49.5 cm) 28 inches (71.5 cm)

English Cocker Spaniel vs Border Collie vs Afghan Hound Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range
Compare puppy costs for English Cocker Spaniel, Border Collie, and Afghan Hound. Find price differences between these breeds.
$900-$1200 $600-$800 $2000-$2500
Availability
Which is easier to get, English Cocker Spaniel or Border Collie or Afghan Hound?
Very frequent: The English Cocker Spaniel is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Border Collie is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Afghan Hound is quite easy to get.

English Cocker Spaniel vs Border Collie vs Afghan Hound Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between English Cocker Spaniel, Border Collie, and Afghan Hound. Which breed ranks highest?
Very smart: English Cocker Spaniel is an excellent dog breed.
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Outstanding: Border Collie is one of the brightest dog breeds.
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Low: The Afghan Hound is one of the dog breeds that have the lowest degree of obedience intelligence.
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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between English Cocker Spaniel, Border Collie, and Afghan Hound. Which is easiest to train?
English Cocker Spaniel dogs are easy to train.
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Border Collie dogs are easy to train.
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Afghan Hound dogs are quite easy to train.
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Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of English Cocker Spaniel, Border Collie, and Afghan Hound. Which breed is most alert?
English Cocker Spaniel dogs are good watchdogs.
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Border Collie dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Afghan Hound dogs are not the best choice if you want a good watchdog.
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Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between English Cocker Spaniel, Border Collie, and Afghan Hound. Which breed is most protective?
English Cocker Spaniel dogs are not the best to protect their territory.
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Border Collie dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Afghan Hound dogs can't provide protection for their territory.
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English Cocker Spaniel vs Border Collie vs Afghan Hound Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between English Cocker Spaniel, Border Collie, and Afghan Hound? Compare temperaments.
Playful
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Trainable
Quiet
Faithful
Energetic
Protective
Alert
Intelligent
Responsive
Loyal
Tenacious
Aloof
Dignified
Independent
Clownish
Happy
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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Sensitive: Border Collie dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Sensitive: Afghan Hound 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 Border Collie vs Afghan Hound?
High: English Cocker Spaniel dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Border Collie dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Average: Afghan Hound dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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Social Needs
English Cocker Spaniel vs Border Collie vs Afghan Hound social needs comparison:
English Cocker Spaniel dogs are a social breed.
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Border Collie dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Afghan Hound dogs need for social interaction is average.
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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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Border Collie dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Afghan Hound dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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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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Border Collie dogs 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.
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Afghan Hound dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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English Cocker Spaniel vs Border Collie vs Afghan Hound Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of English Cocker Spaniel, Border Collie, and Afghan Hound. Which breed is most vocal?
Average: The English Cocker Spaniel barks occasionally.
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Low to Average: The Border Collie rarely barks.
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Low: The Afghan Hound barks none to minimal.
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between English Cocker Spaniel, Border Collie, and Afghan Hound. Which breed is most playful?
The English Cocker Spaniel is a playful breed.
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The Border Collie is a highly playful breed.
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Average: Afghan Hounds, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of English Cocker Spaniel, Border Collie, and Afghan Hound. Which adapts best to small spaces?
Very house-friendly dog the English Cocker Spaniel breed.
It is not recommended to keep the Border Collie breed in the home.
Very house-friendly dog the Afghan Hound breed.

English Cocker Spaniel vs Border Collie vs Afghan Hound Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between English Cocker Spaniel, Border Collie, and Afghan Hound. Which breed is most flexible?
English Cocker Spaniel dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Border Collie dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Afghan Hound 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 Border Collie or Afghan Hound?
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.
Border Collie dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

English Cocker Spaniel vs Border Collie vs Afghan Hound Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between English Cocker Spaniel, Border Collie, and Afghan Hound. Which has lowest bite risk?

Low 🔽

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

Low 🔽

The Border Collie has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Afghan Hound has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between English Cocker Spaniel, Border Collie, and Afghan Hound. 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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Border Collie dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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Afghan Hound 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, Border Collie, and Afghan Hound. Which has the strongest bite?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

English Cocker Spaniel bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Border Collie bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Afghan Hound bite force: Ordinary.

English Cocker Spaniel vs Border Collie vs Afghan Hound Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of English Cocker Spaniel, Border Collie, and Afghan Hound. Which breed lives longest?
12-14 years
The average lifespan of English Cocker Spaniel: 13 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Border Collie: 13 years
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Afghan Hound: 13 years
Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between English Cocker Spaniel, Border Collie, and Afghan Hound. 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 cold weather conditions
The Border Collie can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Prefers cold weather
The Afghan Hound 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, Border Collie, and Afghan Hound. 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 Border Collie is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The Afghan Hound is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
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 Border Collie should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Average
The Afghan Hound should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: English Cocker Spaniel vs Border Collie vs Afghan Hound? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? English Cocker Spaniel vs Border Collie vs Afghan Hound health problems comparison:
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Ear Infections
Elbow Dysplasia
Renal Failure
Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Epilepsy
Collie Eye Anomaly
Osteochondrosis Dissecans
Cataracts
Allergies
Cancer
Hypothyroidism

English Cocker Spaniel vs Border Collie vs Afghan Hound Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating
Compare energy levels between English Cocker Spaniel, Border Collie, and Afghan Hound. Which breed is most active?
English Cocker Spaniel dogs are high-energy dogs.
Border Collie dogs are high-energy dogs.
Afghan Hound dogs are high-energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
English Cocker Spaniel vs Border Collie vs Afghan Hound exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: English Cocker Spaniel or Border Collie or Afghan Hound? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
English Cocker Spaniel dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Border Collie dogs need a lot of exercises.
Afghan Hound dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: English Cocker Spaniel or Border Collie or Afghan Hound?
English Cocker Spaniel dogs don't need too much sleep.
Border Collie dogs don't need too much sleep.
Afghan Hound dogs don't need too much sleep.

English Cocker Spaniel vs Border Collie vs Afghan Hound Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between English Cocker Spaniel, Border Collie, and Afghan Hound. 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 Border Collie has an average risk for obesity.
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Low: The Afghan Hound has good luck with genetics.
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between English Cocker Spaniel, Border Collie, and Afghan Hound. Which needs most food?
1 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three meals. 2 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals

English Cocker Spaniel vs Border Collie vs Afghan Hound Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of English Cocker Spaniel, Border Collie, and Afghan Hound. Which is best for allergy sufferers?
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between English Cocker Spaniel, Border Collie, and Afghan Hound. What colors are available?
Black
Tan
Blue
Golden
Liver
Roan
Black
Tan
Red
Sable
Brindle
Lilac
Gold
Seal
White & Red
Slate
Sable Merle
Black & White
Tricolor
Blue merle
Blue merle-tricolor
Slate merle
Red merle
Saddleback Sable
White & Blue
White & Blue Merle
White & Red Merle
White Ticked
White & Gold
White & Sable
White & Seal
Black
Tan
Red
Blue
Cream
White
Silver
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between English Cocker Spaniel, Border Collie, and Afghan Hound. Which requires most maintenance?
Average: The English Cocker Spaniel requires average grooming effort.
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Average: The Border Collie requires average grooming effort.
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Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition.
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Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between English Cocker Spaniel, Border Collie, and Afghan Hound. Which drools least?
The English Cocker Spaniel is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Border Collie is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Afghan Hound is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between English Cocker Spaniel, Border Collie, and Afghan Hound. Which has least natural smell?

High 🔼

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

Medium

The Border Collie has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Afghan Hound has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between English Cocker Spaniel, Border Collie, and Afghan Hound. How do their fur characteristics differ?
Feathered Dense
Feathered
Straight
Short
Moderately Long
Fine
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between English Cocker Spaniel, Border Collie, and Afghan Hound. 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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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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Shedding Level
Who sheds more English Cocker Spaniel or Border Collie or Afghan Hound? English Cocker Spaniel or Border Collie or {name3 shedding:
English Cocker Spaniel dogs shed moderately.
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Border Collie dogs shed moderately.
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Afghan Hound dogs shed moderately.
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English Cocker Spaniel vs Border Collie vs Afghan Hound Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility
Compare child-friendliness between English Cocker Spaniel, Border Collie, and Afghan Hound. Which is best with kids?
English Cocker Spaniel dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Border Collie dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Afghan Hound dogs are 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.
Border Collie dogs are generally with other pets.
Afghan Hound dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly English Cocker Spaniel or Border Collie or Afghan Hound? Which dog is more friendly?
English Cocker Spaniel dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Border Collie dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Afghan Hound dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly English Cocker Spaniel or Border Collie or Afghan Hound?
English Cocker Spaniel dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Border Collie dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Afghan Hound dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly English Cocker Spaniel or Border Collie or Afghan Hound?
English Cocker Spaniel dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Border Collie dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Afghan Hound dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: English Cocker Spaniel vs Border Collie vs Afghan Hound?
Yes
English Cocker Spaniel dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Border Collie dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Afghan Hound 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
Border Collie is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Afghan Hound 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.
Border Collies are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Afghan Hounds are usually recommended for elderly people.

English Cocker Spaniel vs Border Collie vs Afghan Hound As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between English Cocker Spaniel, Border Collie, and Afghan Hound. 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, Border Collie, and Afghan Hound. 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, Border Collie, and Afghan Hound. 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.

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, Border Collie, and Afghan Hound. 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.

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, Border Collie, and Afghan Hound. Which is best suited for water work?

Yes

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

Border Collie breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Afghan Hound breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between English Cocker Spaniel, Border Collie, and Afghan Hound. 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, Border Collie, and Afghan Hound. 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 Border Collie vs Afghan Hound Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of English Cocker Spaniel, Border Collie, and Afghan Hound. Which has most puppies?
6-8 puppies 4-8 puppies 6-8 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of English Cocker Spaniel, Border Collie, and Afghan Hound. 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, Border Collie, and Afghan Hound. 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 Border Collie vs Afghan Hound Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for English Cocker Spaniel, Border Collie, and Afghan Hound. How are they classified?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1946 as a Sporting breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1995 as a Herding breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1926 as a Hound breed.
FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for English Cocker Spaniel, Border Collie, and Afghan Hound. 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 Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section. Recognized by FCI in the Sighthounds group, in the Long-haired or fringed Sighthounds section.
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of English Cocker Spaniel, Border Collie, and Afghan Hound. 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
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
The American Int. Border Collie Registry
The American Border Collie Association
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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  • cocker spaniel

    Aug 17, 2020, 2:42:01 AM:

    very good dog