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English Cocker Spaniel vs Indian Spitz (Greater) Comparison – Which dog is better Merry Cocker Woker or Greater Indian Spitz?

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Name English Cocker Spaniel Indian Spitz (Greater)
OriginsEngland flagEngland India flagIndia
Group Gun Dog Companion Dogs
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Common Names & Aliases
Compare different names used for English Cocker Spaniel and Indian Spitz (Greater). What other names are these breeds known by?
Merry Cocker Woker
Cocker
Greater Indian Spitz
Breed Classification
Compare breed classifications between an English Cocker Spaniel and an Indian Spitz (Greater). Learn about their genetic backgrounds.
Purebred Purebred

English Cocker Spaniel vs Indian Spitz (Greater) Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Which is bigger: an English Cocker Spaniel or an Indian Spitz (Greater)? Compare size differences between these breeds.
Medium Medium
Weight Statistics
Compare weight ranges between an English Cocker Spaniel and an Indian Spitz (Greater). Which breed is heavier?
Male: 28-34 pounds (13-16 kg), Female: 26-32 pounds (12-15 kg) 26–44 pounds (12–20 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 31 pounds (14.5 kg), Female: 29 pounds (13.5 kg) 35 pounds (16 kg)
Height
Which is taller, English Cocker Spaniel or Indian Spitz (Greater)? Is an English Cocker Spaniel taller than an Indian Spitz (Greater)?
Male: 15-17 inches (38-43 cm), Female: 14-16 inches (36-41 cm) 14–18 inches (35–45 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 16 inches (40.5 cm), Female: 15 inches (38.5 cm) 16 inches (40 cm)

English Cocker Spaniel vs Indian Spitz (Greater) Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range
Compare puppy prices between an English Cocker Spaniel and an Indian Spitz (Greater). Which breed costs more?
$900-$1200 Unknown
Availability
Which is easier to get, English Cocker Spaniel or Indian Spitz (Greater)?
Very frequent: The English Cocker Spaniel is quite easy to get.
Average: The Indian Spitz (Greater) is a commonly available dog breed.

English Cocker Spaniel vs Indian Spitz (Greater) Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating
Which is smarter: an English Cocker Spaniel or an Indian Spitz (Greater)? Compare intelligence rankings and learning abilities.
Very smart: English Cocker Spaniel is an excellent dog breed.
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Very smart: Indian Spitz (Greater) is an excellent dog breed.
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Training Difficulty
Which is easier to train: an English Cocker Spaniel or an Indian Spitz (Greater)? Compare training requirements.
English Cocker Spaniel dogs are easy to train.
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Indian Spitz (Greater) dogs are very easy to train.
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Watchdog Rating
Which makes a better watchdog: an English Cocker Spaniel or an Indian Spitz (Greater)? Compare alertness levels.
English Cocker Spaniel dogs are good watchdogs.
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Indian Spitz (Greater) dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Territorial Protection
Which is more protective: an English Cocker Spaniel or an Indian Spitz (Greater)? Compare territorial behaviors.
English Cocker Spaniel dogs are not the best to protect their territory.
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Indian Spitz (Greater) dogs are average defenders.
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English Cocker Spaniel vs Indian Spitz (Greater) Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits
Compare personalities of an English Cocker Spaniel and an Indian Spitz (Greater). How do their temperaments differ?
Playful
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Trainable
Quiet
Faithful
Active
Playful
Intelligent
Loyal
Kind
Athletic
Communicative
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between English Cocker Spaniel vs Indian Spitz (Greater)?
Sensitive: English Cocker Spaniel dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Indian Spitz (Greater) dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: English Cocker Spaniel vs Indian Spitz (Greater)?
High: English Cocker Spaniel dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Average: Indian Spitz (Greater) dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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Social Needs
English Cocker Spaniel vs Indian Spitz (Greater) social needs comparison:
English Cocker Spaniel dogs are a social breed.
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Indian Spitz (Greater) dogs are a social breed.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between English Cocker Spaniel vs Indian Spitz (Greater)?
The wanderlust potential of the English Cocker Spaniel is strong enough to escape from home.
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Indian Spitz (Greater) dogs tend to escape less than other breeds.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between English Cocker Spaniel vs Indian Spitz (Greater)? Which can be better for hunting?
English Cocker Spaniel dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Indian Spitz (Greater) dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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English Cocker Spaniel vs Indian Spitz (Greater) Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency
Which breed barks more: an English Cocker Spaniel or an Indian Spitz (Greater)? Compare vocalization tendencies.
Average: The English Cocker Spaniel barks occasionally.
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A lot: Indian Spitz (Greater) is a particularly loud breed.
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Playful Nature
Which breed is more playful: an English Cocker Spaniel or an Indian Spitz (Greater)? Compare play drive and energy.
The English Cocker Spaniel is a playful breed.
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The Indian Spitz (Greater) is a highly playful breed.
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Apartment Adaptability
Which is better for apartments: an English Cocker Spaniel or an Indian Spitz (Greater)? Compare living space needs.
Very house-friendly dog the English Cocker Spaniel breed.
Very house-friendly dog the Indian Spitz (Greater) breed.

English Cocker Spaniel vs Indian Spitz (Greater) Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability
Which adapts better to changes: an English Cocker Spaniel or an Indian Spitz (Greater)? Compare adaptability levels.
English Cocker Spaniel dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Indian Spitz (Greater) 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 Indian Spitz (Greater)?
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.
Indian Spitz (Greater) 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 Indian Spitz (Greater) Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment
Which has lower bite risk: an English Cocker Spaniel or an Indian Spitz (Greater)? Compare biting tendencies.

Low 🔽

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

Low 🔽

The Indian Spitz (Greater) has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency
Which is more mouthy: an English Cocker Spaniel or an Indian Spitz (Greater)? Compare mouthing behaviors.
English Cocker Spaniel dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Indian Spitz (Greater) dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Bite Strength Rating
Which has a stronger bite: an English Cocker Spaniel or an Indian Spitz (Greater)? Compare bite force PSI.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

English Cocker Spaniel bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Indian Spitz (Greater) bite force: Ordinary.

English Cocker Spaniel vs Indian Spitz (Greater) Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Which lives longer: an English Cocker Spaniel or an Indian Spitz (Greater)? Compare average lifespans.
12-14 years
The average lifespan of English Cocker Spaniel: 13 years
13-15 years
The average lifespan of Indian Spitz (Greater): 14 years
Climate Tolerance
Which handles weather better: an English Cocker Spaniel or an Indian Spitz (Greater)? Compare climate tolerances.
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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Health Concerns
Compare common health issues between an English Cocker Spaniel and an Indian Spitz (Greater). Which breed is healthier?
The English Cocker Spaniel is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Indian Spitz (Greater)s are commonly healthy dogs.
Vet Care Frequency
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: English Cocker Spaniel vs Indian Spitz (Greater)?
Average
The English Cocker Spaniel should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Rare
The Indian Spitz (Greater) 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 Indian Spitz (Greater)? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? English Cocker Spaniel vs Indian Spitz (Greater) health problems comparison:
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Ear Infections
Elbow Dysplasia
Renal Failure
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English Cocker Spaniel vs Indian Spitz (Greater) Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating
Which breed is more energetic: an English Cocker Spaniel or an Indian Spitz (Greater)? Compare activity levels.
English Cocker Spaniel dogs are high-energy dogs.
Indian Spitz (Greater) dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
English Cocker Spaniel vs Indian Spitz (Greater) exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: English Cocker Spaniel or Indian Spitz (Greater)? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
English Cocker Spaniel dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Indian Spitz (Greater) dogs exercise need is minimal.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: English Cocker Spaniel or Indian Spitz (Greater)?
English Cocker Spaniel dogs don't need too much sleep.
Indian Spitz (Greater) dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.

English Cocker Spaniel vs Indian Spitz (Greater) Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency
Which gains weight easier: an English Cocker Spaniel or an Indian Spitz (Greater)? Compare obesity risks.
High: The English Cocker Spaniel breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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Low: The Indian Spitz (Greater) has good luck with genetics.
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Food Consumption
Which eats more: an English Cocker Spaniel or an Indian Spitz (Greater)? Compare daily food needs.
1 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 1.5 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.

English Cocker Spaniel vs Indian Spitz (Greater) Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness
Which is more hypoallergenic: an English Cocker Spaniel or an Indian Spitz (Greater)? Compare allergy friendliness.
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Coat Colors
What color variations exist for English Cocker Spaniel and Indian Spitz (Greater)? Compare breed colors.
Black
Tan
Blue
Golden
Liver
Roan
White
Brown
Black & White
Grooming Requirements
Which needs more grooming: an English Cocker Spaniel or an Indian Spitz (Greater)? Compare maintenance needs.
Average: The English Cocker Spaniel requires average grooming effort.
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Average: The Indian Spitz (Greater) requires average grooming effort.
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Drooling Tendency
Which drools more: an English Cocker Spaniel or an Indian Spitz (Greater)? Compare drooling amounts.
The English Cocker Spaniel is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Indian Spitz (Greater) is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Stinkiness Rating
Which has less odor: an English Cocker Spaniel or an Indian Spitz (Greater)? Compare natural smell levels.

High 🔼

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

Medium

The Indian Spitz (Greater) has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics
How do coats differ between an English Cocker Spaniel and an Indian Spitz (Greater)? Compare fur types.
Feathered Thick
Bathing Needs
Which needs more baths: an English Cocker Spaniel or an Indian Spitz (Greater)? Compare bathing frequencies.
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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Shedding Level
Who sheds more English Cocker Spaniel or Indian Spitz (Greater)? Do English Cocker Spaniel dogs shed more than Indian Spitz (Greater) dogs?
English Cocker Spaniel dogs shed moderately.
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Indian Spitz (Greater) dogs shed moderately.
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English Cocker Spaniel vs Indian Spitz (Greater) Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility
Which is better with children: an English Cocker Spaniel or an Indian Spitz (Greater)? Compare kid-friendliness.
English Cocker Spaniel dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Indian Spitz (Greater) 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.
Indian Spitz (Greater) dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly English Cocker Spaniel or Indian Spitz (Greater)? Which dog is more friendly?
English Cocker Spaniel dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Indian Spitz (Greater) dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly English Cocker Spaniel or Indian Spitz (Greater)?
English Cocker Spaniel dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Indian Spitz (Greater) dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly English Cocker Spaniel or Indian Spitz (Greater)? Can an English Cocker Spaniel and an Indian Spitz (Greater) be friends? Do English Cocker Spaniel dogs get along with Indian Spitz (Greater) dogs?
English Cocker Spaniel dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Indian Spitz (Greater) dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is best for first time owners: English Cocker Spaniel vs Indian Spitz (Greater)?
Yes
English Cocker Spaniel dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Indian Spitz (Greater) 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
Indian Spitz (Greater) 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.
Indian Spitz (Greater)s are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

English Cocker Spaniel vs Indian Spitz (Greater) As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability
Which makes a better service dog: an English Cocker Spaniel or an Indian Spitz (Greater)? Compare service capabilities.

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 Work Suitability
Which is better for therapy work: an English Cocker Spaniel or an Indian Spitz (Greater)? Compare therapy capabilities.

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
Which is better at detection work: an English Cocker Spaniel or an Indian Spitz (Greater)? Compare scenting abilities.

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
Which is better for search and rescue: an English Cocker Spaniel or an Indian Spitz (Greater)? Compare SAR abilities.

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
Which is better on boats: an English Cocker Spaniel or an Indian Spitz (Greater)? Compare maritime abilities.

Yes

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

Indian Spitz (Greater) breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Draft Work Capability
Which is better at pulling: an English Cocker Spaniel or an Indian Spitz (Greater)? Compare draft work capabilities.

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 history between English Cocker Spaniel and Indian Spitz (Greater). Which has stronger military background?

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 Indian Spitz (Greater) Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare litter sizes between English Cocker Spaniel and Indian Spitz (Greater). Which has larger litters?
6-8 puppies 1-5 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
Compare pregnancy duration between English Cocker Spaniel and Indian Spitz (Greater) breeds.
60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding frequencies between English Cocker Spaniel and Indian Spitz (Greater). Which needs longer recovery?

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 Indian Spitz (Greater) Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC classifications of English Cocker Spaniel and Indian Spitz (Greater). Which groups do they belong to?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1946 as a Sporting breed. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Classification
Compare FCI classifications of English Cocker Spaniel and Indian Spitz (Greater). Which groups are they in?
Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Flushing Dogs section. Not recognized by FCI.
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare kennel club recognition between English Cocker Spaniel and Indian Spitz (Greater). Which is more widely recognized?
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
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