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English Cocker Spaniel vs Labrador Retriever vs Bernedoodle Comparison - Dog breed selector: Merry Cocker Woker or Lab or Bernedoodles? Find the right dog for you

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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for English Cocker Spaniel, Labrador Retriever, and Bernedoodle breeds.
Merry Cocker Woker
Cocker
Lab
Labrador
Bernedoodles
Bernese Mountain Poo
Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between English Cocker Spaniel, Labrador Retriever, and Bernedoodle? Compare their breeding categories.
Purebred Purebred Cross Breed

English Cocker Spaniel vs Labrador Retriever vs Bernedoodle Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Compare size differences between English Cocker Spaniel, Labrador Retriever, and Bernedoodle. Which breed is the largest?
Medium Large Small
Large
Medium
Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between English Cocker Spaniel, Labrador Retriever, and Bernedoodle? Compare adult weight ranges.
Male: 28-34 pounds (13-16 kg), Female: 26-32 pounds (12-15 kg) Male: 60-75 pounds (27-34kg), Female: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg) 10-90 pounds (4.5-41 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 31 pounds (14.5 kg), Female: 29 pounds (13.5 kg) Male: 67.5 pounds (30.5 kg), Female: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg) 50 pounds (23 kg)
Height
Which is taller, English Cocker Spaniel or Labrador Retriever or Bernedoodle? English Cocker Spaniel vs Labrador Retriever vs Bernedoodle height comparison:
Male: 15-17 inches (38-43 cm), Female: 14-16 inches (36-41 cm) Male: 22-24 inches (56-61cm), Female: 21-23 inches (53-58 cm) 10-29 inches (25.5-74 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 16 inches (40.5 cm), Female: 15 inches (38.5 cm) Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 22 inches (55.5 cm) 19 inches (48 cm)

English Cocker Spaniel vs Labrador Retriever vs Bernedoodle Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range
Compare puppy costs for English Cocker Spaniel, Labrador Retriever, and Bernedoodle. Find price differences between these breeds.
$900-$1200 $1000-$2000 $700-$4500
Availability
Which is easier to get, English Cocker Spaniel or Labrador Retriever or Bernedoodle?
Very frequent: The English Cocker Spaniel is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Labrador Retriever is quite easy to get.
Average: The Bernedoodle is a commonly available dog breed.

English Cocker Spaniel vs Labrador Retriever vs Bernedoodle Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between English Cocker Spaniel, Labrador Retriever, and Bernedoodle. Which breed ranks highest?
Very smart: English Cocker Spaniel is an excellent dog breed.
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Outstanding: Labrador Retriever is one of the brightest dog breeds.
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Very smart: Bernedoodle is an excellent dog breed.
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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between English Cocker Spaniel, Labrador Retriever, and Bernedoodle. Which is easiest to train?
English Cocker Spaniel dogs are easy to train.
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Labrador Retriever dogs are very easy to train.
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Bernedoodle dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of English Cocker Spaniel, Labrador Retriever, and Bernedoodle. Which breed is most alert?
English Cocker Spaniel dogs are good watchdogs.
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Labrador Retriever dogs are average watchdogs.
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Bernedoodle dogs are average watchdogs.
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Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between English Cocker Spaniel, Labrador Retriever, and Bernedoodle. Which breed is most protective?
English Cocker Spaniel dogs are not the best to protect their territory.
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Labrador Retriever dogs are average defenders.
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Bernedoodle dogs are average defenders.
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English Cocker Spaniel vs Labrador Retriever vs Bernedoodle Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between English Cocker Spaniel, Labrador Retriever, and Bernedoodle? Compare temperaments.
Playful
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Trainable
Quiet
Faithful
Playful
Loving
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Affectionate
Loyal
Gentle
Going
Social
Cheerful
Stubborn
Loyal
Gentle
Clever
Goofy
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: Labrador Retriever 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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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: English Cocker Spaniel vs Labrador Retriever vs Bernedoodle?
High: English Cocker Spaniel dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Slightly Below Average: Labrador Retriever dogs may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence.
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High: Bernedoodle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
English Cocker Spaniel vs Labrador Retriever vs Bernedoodle social needs comparison:
English Cocker Spaniel dogs are a social breed.
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Labrador Retriever dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Bernedoodle 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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Labrador Retriever dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Bernedoodle dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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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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Labrador Retriever dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals.
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Bernedoodle 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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English Cocker Spaniel vs Labrador Retriever vs Bernedoodle Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of English Cocker Spaniel, Labrador Retriever, and Bernedoodle. Which breed is most vocal?
Average: The English Cocker Spaniel barks occasionally.
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Average: The Labrador Retriever barks occasionally.
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Average: The Bernedoodle barks occasionally.
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between English Cocker Spaniel, Labrador Retriever, and Bernedoodle. Which breed is most playful?
The English Cocker Spaniel is a playful breed.
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The Labrador Retriever is a highly playful breed.
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The Bernedoodle is a highly playful breed.
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Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of English Cocker Spaniel, Labrador Retriever, and Bernedoodle. Which adapts best to small spaces?
Very house-friendly dog the English Cocker Spaniel breed.
It is not recommended to keep the Labrador Retriever breed in the home.
It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Bernedoodle indoors.

English Cocker Spaniel vs Labrador Retriever vs Bernedoodle Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between English Cocker Spaniel, Labrador Retriever, and Bernedoodle. Which breed is most flexible?
English Cocker Spaniel dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Labrador Retriever dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Average: Bernedoodle 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 Labrador Retriever or Bernedoodle?
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.
Labrador Retriever dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
Bernedoodle 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 Labrador Retriever vs Bernedoodle Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between English Cocker Spaniel, Labrador Retriever, and Bernedoodle. Which has lowest bite risk?

Low 🔽

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

Moderate

The Labrador Retriever has an average chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

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

Between 200 and 400 PSI

English Cocker Spaniel bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Labrador Retriever bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Bernedoodle bite force: Ordinary.

English Cocker Spaniel vs Labrador Retriever vs Bernedoodle Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of English Cocker Spaniel, Labrador Retriever, and Bernedoodle. Which breed lives longest?
12-14 years
The average lifespan of English Cocker Spaniel: 13 years
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Labrador Retriever: 11 years
12-18 years
The average lifespan of Bernedoodle: 15 years
Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between English Cocker Spaniel, Labrador Retriever, and Bernedoodle. 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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Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in English Cocker Spaniel, Labrador Retriever, and Bernedoodle. 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 Labrador Retriever is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Bernedoodles are commonly healthy dogs.
Vet Care Frequency
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Average
The English Cocker Spaniel should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Average
The Labrador Retriever should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Rare
The Bernedoodle 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 Labrador Retriever vs Bernedoodle? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? English Cocker Spaniel vs Labrador Retriever vs Bernedoodle health problems comparison:
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Ear Infections
Elbow Dysplasia
Renal Failure
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Bloat
Epilepsy
Ear Infections
Elbow Dysplasia
Osteochondrosis Dissecans
Tricuspid Valve Dysplasia
Acute Moist Dermatitis
Cold Tail
Myopathy
Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Eye Problems
Elbow Dysplasia
Skin Diseases

English Cocker Spaniel vs Labrador Retriever vs Bernedoodle Energy and Activity Comparison

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

English Cocker Spaniel vs Labrador Retriever vs Bernedoodle Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between English Cocker Spaniel, Labrador Retriever, and Bernedoodle. Which is most prone to obesity?
High: The English Cocker Spaniel breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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High: The Labrador Retriever breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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Average: The Bernedoodle has an average risk for obesity.
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between English Cocker Spaniel, Labrador Retriever, and Bernedoodle. Which needs most food?
1 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. Recommended daily amount: 2.5 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 1 to 8 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.

English Cocker Spaniel vs Labrador Retriever vs Bernedoodle Allergies and Grooming Comparison

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

High 🔼

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

High 🔼

The Labrador Retriever has a high chance of bad smell.

Low 🔽

The Bernedoodle has a low chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between English Cocker Spaniel, Labrador Retriever, and Bernedoodle. How do their fur characteristics differ?
Feathered Dense
Waterproof
Hard
Short
Curly
Wavy
Straight
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between English Cocker Spaniel, Labrador Retriever, and Bernedoodle. 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 Labrador Retriever or Bernedoodle? English Cocker Spaniel or Labrador Retriever or {name3 shedding:
English Cocker Spaniel dogs shed moderately.
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Labrador Retriever dogs shed moderately.
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Bernedoodle dogs shed none to minimal.
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English Cocker Spaniel vs Labrador Retriever vs Bernedoodle Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility
Compare child-friendliness between English Cocker Spaniel, Labrador Retriever, and Bernedoodle. Which is best with kids?
English Cocker Spaniel dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Labrador Retriever dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Bernedoodle 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.
Labrador Retriever dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Bernedoodle dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly English Cocker Spaniel or Labrador Retriever or Bernedoodle? Which dog is more friendly?
English Cocker Spaniel dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Labrador Retriever dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Bernedoodle dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly English Cocker Spaniel or Labrador Retriever or Bernedoodle?
English Cocker Spaniel dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Labrador Retriever dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Bernedoodle dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly English Cocker Spaniel or Labrador Retriever or Bernedoodle?
English Cocker Spaniel dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Labrador Retriever dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Bernedoodle dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: English Cocker Spaniel vs Labrador Retriever vs Bernedoodle?
Yes
English Cocker Spaniel dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Labrador Retriever dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Bernedoodle 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
Labrador Retriever is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Bernedoodle 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.
Labrador Retrievers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Bernedoodles are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

English Cocker Spaniel vs Labrador Retriever vs Bernedoodle As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between English Cocker Spaniel, Labrador Retriever, and Bernedoodle. 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, Labrador Retriever, and Bernedoodle. 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, Labrador Retriever, and Bernedoodle. 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, Labrador Retriever, and Bernedoodle. 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, Labrador Retriever, and Bernedoodle. Which is best suited for water work?

Yes

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

Labrador Retriever breed usually likes being on a boat.
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Not really

Bernedoodle breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between English Cocker Spaniel, Labrador Retriever, and Bernedoodle. 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, Labrador Retriever, and Bernedoodle. 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 Labrador Retriever vs Bernedoodle Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of English Cocker Spaniel, Labrador Retriever, and Bernedoodle. Which has most puppies?
6-8 puppies 5-10 puppies 3-10 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of English Cocker Spaniel, Labrador Retriever, and Bernedoodle. 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, Labrador Retriever, and Bernedoodle. 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 Labrador Retriever vs Bernedoodle Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for English Cocker Spaniel, Labrador Retriever, and Bernedoodle. How are they classified?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1946 as a Sporting breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1917 as a Sporting breed. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for English Cocker Spaniel, Labrador Retriever, and Bernedoodle. 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 Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Retrievers section. Not recognized by FCI.
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of English Cocker Spaniel, Labrador Retriever, and Bernedoodle. Which has most recognition?
American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
Canadian Canine Registry
American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
Canadian Canine Registry
American Canine Hybrid Club
Designer Breed Registry
Designer Dogs Kennel Club

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