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English Cocker Spaniel vs English Springer Spaniel vs Vizsla Comparison - Dog breed selector: Merry Cocker Woker or Springer Spaniel or Hungarian Pointer? Find the right dog for you

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Name English Cocker Spaniel English Springer Spaniel Vizsla
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Merry Cocker Woker
Cocker
Springer Spaniel Hungarian Pointer
Hungarian Short-Haired Pointer
Magyar Vizsla
Rövidszőrű Magyar Vizsla
Hungarian Vizsla
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? English Cocker Spaniel vs English Springer Spaniel vs Vizsla breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

English Cocker Spaniel vs English Springer Spaniel vs Vizsla Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, English Cocker Spaniel or English Springer Spaniel or Vizsla? Which is the smallest dog, English Cocker Spaniel or English Springer Spaniel or Vizsla?
Medium Medium Large
Weight
Which is heavier, English Cocker Spaniel or English Springer Spaniel or English Springer Spaniel? English Cocker Spaniel vs English Springer Spaniel vs Vizsla weight comparison:
Male: 28-34 pounds (13-16 kg), Female: 26-32 pounds (12-15 kg) Male: 45-55 pounds (20-25 kg), Female: 40-50 pounds (18-23 kg) Male: 45-60 pounds (20-27 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: 50 pounds (22.5 kg), Female: 45 pounds (20.5 kg) Male: 52.5 pounds (23.5 kg), Female: 47.5 pounds (21.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, English Cocker Spaniel or English Springer Spaniel or Vizsla? English Cocker Spaniel vs English Springer Spaniel vs Vizsla height comparison:
Male: 15-17 inches (38-43 cm), Female: 14-16 inches (36-41 cm) Male: 19-21 inches (48-56 cm), Female:18-20 inches (46-51 cm) Male: 22-26 inches (56-66 cm), Female: 20-24 inches (51-61 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 inches (52 cm), Female:19 inches (48.5 cm) Male: 24 inches (61 cm), Female: 22 inches (56 cm)

English Cocker Spaniel vs English Springer Spaniel vs Vizsla Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, English Cocker Spaniel or English Springer Spaniel or Vizsla? Which is more expensive?
$900-$1200 $700-$800 $800-$1200
Availability
Which is easier to get, English Cocker Spaniel or English Springer Spaniel or Vizsla?
Very frequent: The English Cocker Spaniel is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The English Springer Spaniel is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Vizsla is quite easy to get.

English Cocker Spaniel vs English Springer Spaniel vs Vizsla Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? English Cocker Spaniel vs English Springer Spaniel vs Vizsla intelligence:
Very smart: English Cocker Spaniel is an excellent dog breed.
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Very smart: English Springer Spaniel is an excellent dog breed.
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Very smart: Vizsla is an excellent dog breed.
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Trainability
English Cocker Spaniel vs English Springer Spaniel vs Vizsla trainability comparison.
English Cocker Spaniel dogs are easy to train.
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English Springer Spaniel dogs are easy to train.
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Vizsla dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: English Cocker Spaniel or English Springer Spaniel or Vizsla?
English Cocker Spaniel dogs are good watchdogs.
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English Springer Spaniel dogs are average watchdogs.
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Vizsla dogs are average watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog English Cocker Spaniel or English Springer Spaniel or Vizsla? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
English Cocker Spaniel dogs are not the best to protect their territory.
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English Springer Spaniel dogs are average defenders.
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Vizsla dogs are average defenders.
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English Cocker Spaniel vs English Springer Spaniel vs Vizsla Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, English Cocker Spaniel or English Springer Spaniel or Vizsla? English Cocker Spaniel vs English Springer Spaniel vs Vizsla behavior/temperament comparison:
Playful
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Trainable
Quiet
Faithful
Playful
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Affectionate
Social
Cheerful
Playful
Energetic
Protective
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Trainable
Companionable
Cheerful
Quiet
Easygoing
Willing
Evenly Tempered
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: Vizsla 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 English Springer Spaniel vs Vizsla?
High: English Cocker Spaniel dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: English Springer Spaniel dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Vizsla dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
English Cocker Spaniel vs English Springer Spaniel vs Vizsla social needs comparison:
English Cocker Spaniel dogs are a social breed.
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English Springer Spaniel dogs are a social breed.
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Vizsla 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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The wanderlust potential of the English Springer Spaniel is strong enough to escape from home.
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Vizsla 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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English Springer Spaniel dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Vizsla dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals.
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English Cocker Spaniel vs English Springer Spaniel vs Vizsla Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
English Cocker Spaniel vs English Springer Spaniel vs Vizsla playfulness comparison:
The English Cocker Spaniel is a playful breed.
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The English Springer Spaniel is a highly playful breed.
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The Vizsla is a highly playful breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: English Cocker Spaniel vs English Springer Spaniel vs Vizsla?
Average: The English Cocker Spaniel barks occasionally.
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Average: The English Springer Spaniel barks occasionally.
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Average: The Vizsla barks occasionally.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly English Cocker Spaniel or English Springer Spaniel or Vizsla?
Very house-friendly dog the English Cocker Spaniel breed.
Very house-friendly dog the English Springer Spaniel breed.
It is not recommended to keep the Vizsla breed in the home.

English Cocker Spaniel vs English Springer Spaniel vs Vizsla Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
English Cocker Spaniel dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
English Springer Spaniel dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Vizsla dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: English Cocker Spaniel or English Springer Spaniel or Vizsla?
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.
English Springer 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.
Vizsla 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 English Springer Spaniel vs Vizsla Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: English Cocker Spaniel or English Springer Spaniel or Vizsla?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

English Cocker Spaniel bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

English Springer Spaniel bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Vizsla bite force: Ordinary.
Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:

Low 🔽

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

Low 🔽

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

Low 🔽

The Vizsla has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? English Cocker Spaniel vs English Springer Spaniel vs Vizsla mouthiness comparison:
English Cocker Spaniel dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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English Springer Spaniel dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Vizsla dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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English Cocker Spaniel vs English Springer Spaniel vs Vizsla Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
English Cocker Spaniel vs English Springer Spaniel vs Vizsla health comparison. Which is the healthier: English Cocker Spaniel vs English Springer Spaniel vs Vizsla?
The English Cocker Spaniel is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
English Springer Spaniels are commonly healthy dogs.
The Vizsla is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: English Cocker Spaniel vs English Springer Spaniel vs Vizsla? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? English Cocker Spaniel vs English Springer Spaniel vs Vizsla health problems comparison:
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Ear Infections
Elbow Dysplasia
Renal Failure
Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Ear Infections
Ectropion
Retinal Dysplasia
Phosphofructokinase deficiency (Tarui disease, PFK)
Hip Dysplasia
Cancer
Epilepsy
Sebaceous Adenitis
Veterinarian Visits
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 English Springer Spaniel should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Average
The Vizsla should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Life Expectancy
English Cocker Spaniel vs English Springer Spaniel vs Vizsla lifespan comparison. How long do English Cocker Spaniel, English Springer Spaniel and Vizsla breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
12-14 years
The average lifespan of English Cocker Spaniel: 13 years
10-14 years
The average lifespan of English Springer Spaniel: 12 years
10-14 years
The average lifespan of Vizsla: 12 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: English Cocker Spaniel vs English Springer Spaniel vs Vizsla?
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 average to warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
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English Cocker Spaniel vs English Springer Spaniel vs Vizsla Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a English Cocker Spaniel or English Springer Spaniel or Vizsla? English Cocker Spaniel vs English Springer Spaniel vs Vizsla energy level comparison:
English Cocker Spaniel dogs are high-energy dogs.
English Springer Spaniel dogs are high-energy dogs.
Vizsla dogs are high-energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
English Cocker Spaniel vs English Springer Spaniel vs Vizsla exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: English Cocker Spaniel or English Springer Spaniel or Vizsla? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
English Cocker Spaniel dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
English Springer Spaniel dogs need a lot of exercises.
Vizsla dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: English Cocker Spaniel or English Springer Spaniel or Vizsla?
English Cocker Spaniel dogs don't need too much sleep.
English Springer Spaniel dogs don't need too much sleep.
Vizsla dogs don't need too much sleep.

English Cocker Spaniel vs English Springer Spaniel vs Vizsla Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: English Cocker Spaniel or English Springer Spaniel or Vizsla?
1 to 2 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. 2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? English Cocker Spaniel vs English Springer Spaniel vs Vizsla weight gain potential comparison:
High: The English Cocker Spaniel breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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Average: The English Springer Spaniel has an average risk for obesity.
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Low to Average: The Vizsla has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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English Cocker Spaniel vs English Springer Spaniel vs Vizsla Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? English Cocker Spaniel vs English Springer Spaniel vs Vizsla coat comparison:
Feathered Feathered Fine
Dense
Hard
Coarse
Short
No Undercoat
Colors
What are the original English Cocker Spaniel, English Springer Spaniel and Vizsla color?
Black
Tan
Blue
Golden
Liver
Roan
Black
Tan
White
Liver
Golden
Rust
Russet Gold
Dark Sandy Gold
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, English Cocker Spaniel or English Springer Spaniel or Vizsla? English Cocker Spaniel vs English Springer Spaniel vs Vizsla grooming comparison:
Average: The English Cocker Spaniel requires average grooming effort.
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Advanced: The English Springer Spaniel requires a lot of grooming.
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Effortless: The Vizsla requires minimal grooming.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more English Cocker Spaniel or English Springer Spaniel or Vizsla? English Cocker Spaniel or English Springer Spaniel or {name3 shedding:
English Cocker Spaniel dogs shed moderately.
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English Springer Spaniel dogs shed moderately.
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Vizsla dogs shed moderately.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: English Cocker Spaniel or English Springer Spaniel or Vizsla?
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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6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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Hypoallergenic
English Cocker Spaniel vs English Springer Spaniel vs Vizsla hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?
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Stinkiness
Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, English Cocker Spaniel vs English Springer Spaniel vs Vizsla?

High 🔼

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

Medium

The English Springer Spaniel has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Vizsla has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?
The English Cocker Spaniel is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The English Springer Spaniel is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Vizsla is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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English Cocker Spaniel vs English Springer Spaniel vs Vizsla Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
English Cocker Spaniel dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
English Springer Spaniel dogs are generally with other pets.
Vizsla dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly English Cocker Spaniel or English Springer Spaniel or Vizsla? Which dog is more friendly?
English Cocker Spaniel dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
English Springer Spaniel dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Vizsla dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly English Cocker Spaniel or English Springer Spaniel or Vizsla?
English Cocker Spaniel dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
English Springer Spaniel dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Vizsla dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly English Cocker Spaniel or English Springer Spaniel or Vizsla?
English Cocker Spaniel dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
English Springer Spaniel dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Vizsla dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly English Cocker Spaniel or English Springer Spaniel or Vizsla?
English Cocker Spaniel dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
English Springer Spaniel dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Vizsla 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 English Springer Spaniel vs Vizsla?
Yes
English Cocker Spaniel dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
English Springer Spaniel dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Vizsla 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
English Springer Spaniel is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Vizsla 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.
English Springer Spaniels are usually recommended for elderly people.
Vizslas are usually recommended for elderly people.

English Cocker Spaniel vs English Springer Spaniel vs Vizsla As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog
Which one could be a service dog?

Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Not really

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 Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: English Cocker Spaniel or English Springer Spaniel or Vizsla? Which is better for autism?

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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Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog
Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?

Not really

They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.

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 and Rescue Dog (SAR)
Which one could be a search and rescue dog?

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.

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.
Boat and Sailor Dog
Which one could be a boat dog: English Cocker Spaniel vs English Springer Spaniel vs Vizsla?

Yes

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

English Springer Spaniel breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Yes

Vizsla breed usually likes being on a boat.
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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.
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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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Fighting Dog / Military Dog

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

English Cocker Spaniel vs English Springer Spaniel vs Vizsla Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length 60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency

Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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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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Litter Size
How many puppies can English Cocker Spaniel and English Springer Spaniel and Vizsla have?
6-8 puppies 4-10 puppies 6-8 puppies

English Cocker Spaniel vs English Springer Spaniel vs Vizsla Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1946 as a Sporting breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1910 as a Sporting breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1960 as a Sporting breed.
FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI?
Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Flushing Dogs section. Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Flushing Dogs section. Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the Continental Pointing 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
Canadian Canine Registry
American Canine Registry
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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