English Cocker Spaniel vs Vizsla Comparison – Which dog is better Merry Cocker Woker or Hungarian Pointer?

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Name	English Cocker Spaniel	Vizsla
Origins	England	Hungary
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Group	Gun Dog	Gun Dog
Popularity Rank	52	30
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Common Names & Aliases Compare different names used for English Cocker Spaniel and Vizsla. What other names are these breeds known by?	Merry Cocker Woker Cocker	Hungarian Pointer Hungarian Short-Haired Pointer Magyar Vizsla Rövidszőrű Magyar Vizsla Hungarian Vizsla
Breed Classification Compare breed classifications between an English Cocker Spaniel and a Vizsla. Learn about their genetic backgrounds.	Purebred	Purebred

English Cocker Spaniel vs Vizsla Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Which is bigger: an English Cocker Spaniel or a Vizsla? Compare size differences between these breeds.	Medium	Large
Weight Statistics Compare weight ranges between an English Cocker Spaniel and a Vizsla. Which breed is heavier?	Male: 28-34 pounds (13-16 kg), Female: 26-32 pounds (12-15 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: 52.5 pounds (23.5 kg), Female: 47.5 pounds (21.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, English Cocker Spaniel or Vizsla? Is an English Cocker Spaniel taller than a Vizsla?	Male: 15-17 inches (38-43 cm), Female: 14-16 inches (36-41 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: 24 inches (61 cm), Female: 22 inches (56 cm)

English Cocker Spaniel vs Vizsla Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy prices between an English Cocker Spaniel and a Vizsla. Which breed costs more?	$900-$1200	$800-$1200
Availability Which is easier to get, English Cocker Spaniel or Vizsla?	Very frequent: The English Cocker Spaniel is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Vizsla is quite easy to get.

English Cocker Spaniel vs Vizsla Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

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

Personality Traits Compare personalities of an English Cocker Spaniel and a Vizsla. How do their temperaments differ?	Playful Intelligent Friendly Affectionate Trainable Quiet Faithful	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 between English Cocker Spaniel vs Vizsla?	Sensitive: English Cocker Spaniel dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	Sensitive: Vizsla dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: English Cocker Spaniel vs Vizsla?	High: English Cocker Spaniel dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Vizsla dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs English Cocker Spaniel vs Vizsla social needs comparison:	English Cocker Spaniel dogs are a social breed. See more.	Vizsla dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between English Cocker Spaniel vs Vizsla?	The wanderlust potential of the English Cocker Spaniel is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Vizsla dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between English Cocker Spaniel vs Vizsla? Which can be better for hunting?	English Cocker Spaniel dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Vizsla dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

English Cocker Spaniel vs Vizsla Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Which breed barks more: an English Cocker Spaniel or a Vizsla? Compare vocalization tendencies.	Average: The English Cocker Spaniel barks occasionally. See more.	Average: The Vizsla barks occasionally. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Playful Nature Which breed is more playful: an English Cocker Spaniel or a Vizsla? Compare play drive and energy.	The English Cocker Spaniel is a playful breed. See more.	The Vizsla is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Which is better for apartments: an English Cocker Spaniel or a Vizsla? Compare living space needs.	Very house-friendly dog the English Cocker Spaniel breed.	It is not recommended to keep the Vizsla breed in the home.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

English Cocker Spaniel vs Vizsla Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Which adapts better to changes: an English Cocker Spaniel or a Vizsla? Compare adaptability levels.	English Cocker 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.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: English Cocker 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.	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 Vizsla Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Which has lower bite risk: an English Cocker Spaniel or a Vizsla? Compare biting tendencies.	Low 🔽 The English Cocker Spaniel has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Vizsla has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Which is more mouthy: an English Cocker Spaniel or a Vizsla? Compare mouthing behaviors.	English Cocker Spaniel dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Vizsla dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.
Bite Strength Rating Which has a stronger bite: an English Cocker Spaniel or a Vizsla? Compare bite force PSI.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ English Cocker Spaniel bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Vizsla bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force

English Cocker Spaniel vs Vizsla Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Which lives longer: an English Cocker Spaniel or a Vizsla? Compare average lifespans.	12-14 years The average lifespan of English Cocker Spaniel: 13 years	10-14 years The average lifespan of Vizsla: 12 years
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Climate Tolerance Which handles weather better: an English Cocker Spaniel or a Vizsla? 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. See more.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.
Health Concerns Compare common health issues between an English Cocker Spaniel and a Vizsla. 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.	The Vizsla is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
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Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: English Cocker Spaniel vs Vizsla?	Average The English Cocker Spaniel should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Vizsla should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: English Cocker Spaniel vs Vizsla? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? English Cocker Spaniel vs Vizsla health problems comparison:	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Ear Infections Elbow Dysplasia Renal Failure	Hip Dysplasia Cancer Epilepsy Sebaceous Adenitis

English Cocker Spaniel vs Vizsla Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Which breed is more energetic: an English Cocker Spaniel or a Vizsla? Compare activity levels.	English Cocker Spaniel dogs are high-energy dogs.	Vizsla dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need English Cocker Spaniel vs Vizsla exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: English Cocker Spaniel or Vizsla? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	English Cocker Spaniel dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Vizsla dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: English Cocker Spaniel or Vizsla?	English Cocker Spaniel dogs don't need too much sleep.	Vizsla dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

English Cocker Spaniel vs Vizsla Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Which gains weight easier: an English Cocker Spaniel or a Vizsla? Compare obesity risks.	High: The English Cocker Spaniel breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	Low to Average: The Vizsla has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.
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Food Consumption Which eats more: an English Cocker Spaniel or a Vizsla? Compare daily food needs.	1 to 2 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.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot

English Cocker Spaniel vs Vizsla Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Which is more hypoallergenic: an English Cocker Spaniel or a Vizsla? Compare allergy friendliness.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Coat Colors What color variations exist for English Cocker Spaniel and Vizsla? Compare breed colors.	Black Tan Blue Golden Liver Roan	Golden Rust Russet Gold Dark Sandy Gold
Grooming Requirements Which needs more grooming: an English Cocker Spaniel or a Vizsla? Compare maintenance needs.	Average: The English Cocker Spaniel requires average grooming effort. See more.	Effortless: The Vizsla requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Drooling Tendency Which drools more: an English Cocker Spaniel or a Vizsla? Compare drooling amounts.	The English Cocker Spaniel is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Vizsla is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Which has less odor: an English Cocker Spaniel or a Vizsla? Compare natural smell levels.	High 🔼 The English Cocker Spaniel has a high chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Vizsla has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics How do coats differ between an English Cocker Spaniel and a Vizsla? Compare fur types.	Feathered	Fine Dense Hard Coarse Short No Undercoat
Bathing Needs Which needs more baths: an English Cocker Spaniel or a Vizsla? Compare bathing frequencies.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.
Shedding Level Who sheds more English Cocker Spaniel or Vizsla? Do English Cocker Spaniel dogs shed more than Vizsla dogs?	English Cocker Spaniel dogs shed moderately. See more.	Vizsla dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most

English Cocker Spaniel vs Vizsla Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Which is better with children: an English Cocker Spaniel or a Vizsla? Compare kid-friendliness.	English Cocker Spaniel dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Vizsla dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
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Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	English Cocker Spaniel dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Vizsla dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly English Cocker Spaniel or Vizsla? Which dog is more friendly?	English Cocker Spaniel dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Vizsla dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly English Cocker Spaniel or Vizsla?	English Cocker Spaniel dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Vizsla dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly English Cocker Spaniel or Vizsla? Can an English Cocker Spaniel and a Vizsla be friends? Do English Cocker Spaniel dogs get along with Vizsla dogs?	English Cocker Spaniel dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Vizsla dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: English Cocker Spaniel vs Vizsla?	Yes English Cocker 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 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.	Vizslas are usually recommended for elderly people.

English Cocker Spaniel vs Vizsla As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Which makes a better service dog: an English Cocker Spaniel or a Vizsla? Compare service capabilities.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Work Suitability Which is better for therapy work: an English Cocker Spaniel or a Vizsla? Compare therapy capabilities.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.
Therapy Dog Breeds
Scent Detection Ability Which is better at detection work: an English Cocker Spaniel or a Vizsla? 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 a Vizsla? 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 a Vizsla? Compare maritime abilities.	Yes English Cocker Spaniel breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Yes Vizsla breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Which is better at pulling: an English Cocker Spaniel or a Vizsla? Compare draft work capabilities.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Military Service Background Compare military history between English Cocker Spaniel and Vizsla. 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 Vizsla Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare litter sizes between English Cocker Spaniel and Vizsla. Which has larger litters?	6-8 puppies	6-8 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare pregnancy duration between English Cocker Spaniel and Vizsla breeds.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding frequencies between English Cocker Spaniel and Vizsla. Which needs longer recovery?	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.

English Cocker Spaniel vs Vizsla Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC classifications of English Cocker Spaniel and Vizsla. Which groups do they belong to?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1946 as a Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1960 as a Sporting breed.
FCI Classification Compare FCI classifications of English Cocker Spaniel and Vizsla. Which groups are they in?	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.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare kennel club recognition between English Cocker Spaniel and Vizsla. 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	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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