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Name	English Cocker Spaniel	Welsh Springer Spaniel	Smooth Fox Terrier
Origins	England	Wales	England
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Group	Gun Dog	Gun Dog	Hunting Dogs
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Common Names & Aliases Compare alternative names and nicknames used for English Cocker Spaniel, Welsh Springer Spaniel, and Smooth Fox Terrier breeds.	Merry Cocker Woker Cocker	Welsh Cocker Spaniel Welsh Starter Welshie Welsh Springer	Foxie Smooth Fox Terrier Fox Terrier
Breed Classification How do breed classifications differ between English Cocker Spaniel, Welsh Springer Spaniel, and Smooth Fox Terrier? Compare their breeding categories.	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

English Cocker Spaniel vs Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Smooth Fox Terrier Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Compare size differences between English Cocker Spaniel, Welsh Springer Spaniel, and Smooth Fox Terrier. Which breed is the largest?	Medium	Medium	Small
Weight Statistics How do weights compare between English Cocker Spaniel, Welsh Springer Spaniel, and Smooth Fox Terrier? Compare adult weight ranges.	Male: 28-34 pounds (13-16 kg), Female: 26-32 pounds (12-15 kg)	Male: 40-45 pounds (18-20 kg), Female: 35-45 pounds (16-20 kg)	Male: 15-20 pounds (7-9 kg), Female: 13-18 pounds (6-8 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 31 pounds (14.5 kg), Female: 29 pounds (13.5 kg)	Male: 42.5 pounds (19 kg), Female: 40 pounds (18 kg)	Male: 17.5 pounds (8 kg), Female: 15.5 pounds (7 kg)
Height Which is taller, English Cocker Spaniel or Welsh Springer Spaniel or Smooth Fox Terrier? English Cocker Spaniel vs Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Smooth Fox Terrier height comparison:	Male: 15-17 inches (38-43 cm), Female: 14-16 inches (36-41 cm)	Male: 17-19 inches (43-48 cm), Female: 16-18 inches (41-46 cm)	Male: 14-16 inches (36-41 cm), Female: 13-15 inches (33-38 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 16 inches (40.5 cm), Female: 15 inches (38.5 cm)	Male: 18 inches (45.5 cm), Female: 17 inches (43.5 cm)	Male: 15 inches (38.5 cm), Female: 14 inches (35.5 cm)

English Cocker Spaniel vs Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Smooth Fox Terrier Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy costs for English Cocker Spaniel, Welsh Springer Spaniel, and Smooth Fox Terrier. Find price differences between these breeds.	$900-$1200	$1200-$1400	$700-$1200
Availability Which is easier to get, English Cocker Spaniel or Welsh Springer Spaniel or Smooth Fox Terrier?	Very frequent: The English Cocker Spaniel is quite easy to get.	Frequent: The Welsh Springer Spaniel is easier than average to get.	Frequent: The Smooth Fox Terrier is easier than average to get.

English Cocker Spaniel vs Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Smooth Fox Terrier Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Compare intelligence levels between English Cocker Spaniel, Welsh Springer Spaniel, and Smooth Fox Terrier. Which breed ranks highest?	Very smart: English Cocker Spaniel is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Smart: The Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.
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Training Difficulty Compare training difficulty levels between English Cocker Spaniel, Welsh Springer Spaniel, and Smooth Fox Terrier. Which is easiest to train?	English Cocker Spaniel dogs are easy to train. See more.	Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs are easy to train. See more.	Smooth Fox Terrier dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Rating Compare watchdog abilities of English Cocker Spaniel, Welsh Springer Spaniel, and Smooth Fox Terrier. Which breed is most alert?	English Cocker Spaniel dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Smooth Fox Terrier dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Compare territorial instincts between English Cocker Spaniel, Welsh Springer Spaniel, and Smooth Fox Terrier. Which breed is most protective?	English Cocker Spaniel dogs are not the best to protect their territory. See more.	Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs are not the best to protect their territory. See more.	Smooth Fox Terrier dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
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English Cocker Spaniel vs Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Smooth Fox Terrier Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits How do personalities differ between English Cocker Spaniel, Welsh Springer Spaniel, and Smooth Fox Terrier? Compare temperaments.	Playful Intelligent Friendly Affectionate Trainable Quiet Faithful	Active Playful Stubborn Intelligent Friendly Affectionate Loyal	Active Playful Alert Intelligent Affectionate Fearless
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. See more.	Sensitive: Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	Smooth Fox Terrier dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.
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Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: English Cocker Spaniel vs Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Smooth Fox Terrier?	High: English Cocker Spaniel dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Smooth Fox Terrier 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 Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Smooth Fox Terrier social needs comparison:	English Cocker Spaniel dogs are a social breed. See more.	Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Smooth Fox Terrier dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
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. See more.	Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	Smooth Fox Terrier 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? Which can be better for hunting?	English Cocker Spaniel dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Welsh Springer Spaniel 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. See more.	Smooth Fox Terrier dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

English Cocker Spaniel vs Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Smooth Fox Terrier Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Compare barking frequencies of English Cocker Spaniel, Welsh Springer Spaniel, and Smooth Fox Terrier. Which breed is most vocal?	Average: The English Cocker Spaniel barks occasionally. See more.	Average: The Welsh Springer Spaniel barks occasionally. See more.	Average: The Smooth Fox Terrier barks occasionally. See more.
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Playful Nature Compare playfulness levels between English Cocker Spaniel, Welsh Springer Spaniel, and Smooth Fox Terrier. Which breed is most playful?	The English Cocker Spaniel is a playful breed. See more.	The Welsh Springer Spaniel is a playful breed. See more.	The Smooth Fox Terrier is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Compare apartment suitability of English Cocker Spaniel, Welsh Springer Spaniel, and Smooth Fox Terrier. Which adapts best to small spaces?	Very house-friendly dog the English Cocker Spaniel breed.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Welsh Springer Spaniel breed.	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 Smooth Fox Terrier indoors.
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English Cocker Spaniel vs Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Smooth Fox Terrier Adaptability and Independence Comparison

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

English Cocker Spaniel vs Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Smooth Fox Terrier Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Compare biting potential between English Cocker Spaniel, Welsh Springer Spaniel, and Smooth Fox Terrier. Which has lowest bite risk?	Low 🔽 The English Cocker Spaniel has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Welsh Springer Spaniel has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Smooth Fox Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Compare mouthing tendencies between English Cocker Spaniel, Welsh Springer Spaniel, and Smooth Fox Terrier. Which uses mouth most during play?	English Cocker Spaniel dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Smooth Fox Terrier dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.
Bite Strength Rating Compare bite forces between English Cocker Spaniel, Welsh Springer Spaniel, and Smooth Fox Terrier. Which has the strongest bite?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ English Cocker Spaniel bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Welsh Springer Spaniel bite force: Ordinary.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Smooth Fox Terrier bite force: Weak.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force

English Cocker Spaniel vs Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Smooth Fox Terrier Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Compare life expectancies of English Cocker Spaniel, Welsh Springer Spaniel, and Smooth Fox Terrier. Which breed lives longest?	12-14 years The average lifespan of English Cocker Spaniel: 13 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Welsh Springer Spaniel: 13 years	13-15 years The average lifespan of Smooth Fox Terrier: 14 years
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Climate Tolerance Compare weather adaptability between English Cocker Spaniel, Welsh Springer Spaniel, and Smooth Fox Terrier. 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. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Welsh Springer Spaniel can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.
Health Concerns Compare health problems common in English Cocker Spaniel, Welsh Springer Spaniel, and Smooth Fox Terrier. 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 Welsh Springer Spaniel is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Smooth Fox Terrier 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?	Average The English Cocker Spaniel should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Welsh Springer Spaniel should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Smooth Fox Terrier 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 Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Smooth Fox Terrier? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? English Cocker Spaniel vs Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Smooth Fox Terrier health problems comparison:	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Ear Infections Elbow Dysplasia Renal Failure	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Entropion Elbow Dysplasia Glaucoma	Cataracts Legg-perthes Disease Patellar Luxation Deafness Distichiasis Lens Luxation

English Cocker Spaniel vs Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Smooth Fox Terrier Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Obesity Tendency Compare weight gain tendencies between English Cocker Spaniel, Welsh Springer Spaniel, and Smooth Fox Terrier. Which is most prone to obesity?	High: The English Cocker Spaniel breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Welsh Springer Spaniel's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Low to Average: The Smooth Fox Terrier has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.
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Food Consumption Compare food requirements between English Cocker Spaniel, Welsh Springer Spaniel, and Smooth Fox Terrier. Which needs most food?	1 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three meals.	1 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
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English Cocker Spaniel vs Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Smooth Fox Terrier Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Compare hypoallergenic qualities of English Cocker Spaniel, Welsh Springer Spaniel, and Smooth Fox Terrier. Which is best for allergy sufferers?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
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Coat Colors Compare color variations between English Cocker Spaniel, Welsh Springer Spaniel, and Smooth Fox Terrier. What colors are available?	Black Tan Blue Golden Liver Roan	Red White	Black Red White Brown Black & Tan
Grooming Requirements Compare grooming needs between English Cocker Spaniel, Welsh Springer Spaniel, and Smooth Fox Terrier. Which requires most maintenance?	Average: The English Cocker Spaniel requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The Welsh Springer Spaniel requires average grooming effort. See more.	Easy to groom: The Smooth Fox Terrier doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.
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Drooling Tendency Compare drooling tendencies between English Cocker Spaniel, Welsh Springer Spaniel, and Smooth Fox Terrier. Which drools least?	The English Cocker Spaniel is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Welsh Springer Spaniel is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Smooth Fox Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Compare odor levels between English Cocker Spaniel, Welsh Springer Spaniel, and Smooth Fox Terrier. Which has least natural smell?	High 🔼 The English Cocker Spaniel has a high chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Welsh Springer Spaniel has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Smooth Fox Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics Compare coat types between English Cocker Spaniel, Welsh Springer Spaniel, and Smooth Fox Terrier. How do their fur characteristics differ?	Feathered	Silky Soft Straight	Smooth Double
Bathing Needs Compare bathing needs between English Cocker Spaniel, Welsh Springer Spaniel, and Smooth Fox Terrier. Which requires most frequent baths?	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Shedding Level Who sheds more English Cocker Spaniel or Welsh Springer Spaniel or Smooth Fox Terrier? English Cocker Spaniel or Welsh Springer Spaniel or {name3 shedding:	English Cocker Spaniel dogs shed moderately. See more.	Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs shed moderately. See more.	Smooth Fox Terrier dogs shed moderately. See more.
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English Cocker Spaniel vs Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Smooth Fox Terrier Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Compare child-friendliness between English Cocker Spaniel, Welsh Springer Spaniel, and Smooth Fox Terrier. Which is best with kids?	English Cocker Spaniel dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Smooth Fox Terrier dogs are very 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.	Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs are generally with other pets.	Smooth Fox Terrier dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly English Cocker Spaniel or Welsh Springer Spaniel or Smooth Fox Terrier? Which dog is more friendly?	English Cocker Spaniel dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Smooth Fox Terrier dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly English Cocker Spaniel or Welsh Springer Spaniel or Smooth Fox Terrier?	English Cocker Spaniel dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Smooth Fox Terrier dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
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Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly English Cocker Spaniel or Welsh Springer Spaniel or Smooth Fox Terrier?	English Cocker Spaniel dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Smooth Fox Terrier dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: English Cocker Spaniel vs Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Smooth Fox Terrier?	Yes English Cocker Spaniel dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Smooth Fox Terrier 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 Welsh Springer Spaniel is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Smooth Fox Terrier 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.	Welsh Springer Spaniels are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Smooth Fox Terriers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

English Cocker Spaniel vs Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Smooth Fox Terrier As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Compare service dog potential between English Cocker Spaniel, Welsh Springer Spaniel, and Smooth Fox Terrier. Which is best suited for service work?	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.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Work Suitability Compare therapy dog potential between English Cocker Spaniel, Welsh Springer Spaniel, and Smooth Fox Terrier. Which excels in therapy work?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
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Scent Detection Ability Compare detection capabilities between English Cocker Spaniel, Welsh Springer Spaniel, and Smooth Fox Terrier. 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, Welsh Springer Spaniel, and Smooth Fox Terrier. Which is best for SAR work?	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.	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, Welsh Springer Spaniel, and Smooth Fox Terrier. Which is best suited for water work?	Yes English Cocker Spaniel breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Not really Welsh Springer Spaniel breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Smooth Fox Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Compare cart pulling abilities between English Cocker Spaniel, Welsh Springer Spaniel, and Smooth Fox Terrier. Which is best for draft work?	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.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Military Service Background Compare military service history of English Cocker Spaniel, Welsh Springer Spaniel, and Smooth Fox Terrier. 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 Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Smooth Fox Terrier Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare typical litter sizes of English Cocker Spaniel, Welsh Springer Spaniel, and Smooth Fox Terrier. Which has most puppies?	6-8 puppies	6-8 puppies	3-6 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare gestation periods of English Cocker Spaniel, Welsh Springer Spaniel, and Smooth Fox Terrier. 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, Welsh Springer Spaniel, and Smooth Fox Terrier. What's recommended?	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	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 Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Smooth Fox Terrier Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC groups for English Cocker Spaniel, Welsh Springer Spaniel, and Smooth Fox Terrier. How are they classified?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1946 as a Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1914 as a Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Terrier breed.
FCI Classification Compare FCI groups for English Cocker Spaniel, Welsh Springer Spaniel, and Smooth Fox Terrier. 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 Flushing Dogs section.	Not recognized by FCI.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare breed recognition status of English Cocker Spaniel, Welsh Springer Spaniel, and Smooth Fox Terrier. 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	No data available	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 Club Espanol De Terriers

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