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French Bulldog vs Pug vs English Cocker Spaniel Comparison - Dog breed selector: Bouledogue Français or Carlin or Merry Cocker Woker? Find the right dog for you

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Name French Bulldog Pug English Cocker Spaniel
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Bouledogue Français
Frenchie
Carlin
Chinese Pug
Dutch Bulldog
Dutch Mastiff
Mini Mastiff
Mops
Merry Cocker Woker
Cocker
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? French Bulldog vs Pug vs English Cocker Spaniel breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

French Bulldog vs Pug vs English Cocker Spaniel Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, French Bulldog or Pug or English Cocker Spaniel? Which is the smallest dog, French Bulldog or Pug or English Cocker Spaniel?
Small Small Medium
Weight
Which is heavier, French Bulldog or Pug or Pug? French Bulldog vs Pug vs English Cocker Spaniel weight comparison:
18-30 pounds (8-14 kg) Male: 13-20 pounds (6-9 kg), Female: 13-18 pounds (6-8 kg) Male: 28-34 pounds (13-16 kg), Female: 26-32 pounds (12-15 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
There are two weight classes of French Bulldog: 19 - 22 pounds (9 - 10 kg) and 22 - 28 pounds (10 - 13 kg). Over 28 pounds is a disqualification. Male: 16.5 pounds (7.5 kg), Female: 15.5 pounds (7 kg) Male: 31 pounds (14.5 kg), Female: 29 pounds (13.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, French Bulldog or Pug or English Cocker Spaniel? French Bulldog vs Pug vs English Cocker Spaniel height comparison:
13–16 inches (33–40 cm) Male: 12-14 inches (30-36 cm), Female: 10-12 inches (25-30 cm) Male: 15-17 inches (38-43 cm), Female: 14-16 inches (36-41 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
14.5 inches (36.5 cm) Male: 13 inches (33 cm), Female: 11 inches (27.5 cm) Male: 16 inches (40.5 cm), Female: 15 inches (38.5 cm)

French Bulldog vs Pug vs English Cocker Spaniel Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, French Bulldog or Pug or English Cocker Spaniel? Which is more expensive?
$2000-$4000 $300-$500 $900-$1200
Availability
Which is easier to get, French Bulldog or Pug or English Cocker Spaniel?
Very frequent: The French Bulldog is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Pug is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The English Cocker Spaniel is quite easy to get.

French Bulldog vs Pug vs English Cocker Spaniel Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? French Bulldog vs Pug vs English Cocker Spaniel intelligence:
Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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Very smart: English Cocker Spaniel is an excellent dog breed.
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Trainability
French Bulldog vs Pug vs English Cocker Spaniel trainability comparison.
French Bulldog dogs are quite easy to train.
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A slightly harder to train than average.
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English Cocker Spaniel dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: French Bulldog or Pug or English Cocker Spaniel?
French Bulldog dogs are average watchdogs.
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Pug dogs are average watchdogs.
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English Cocker Spaniel dogs are good watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog French Bulldog or Pug or English Cocker Spaniel? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
French Bulldog dogs are average defenders.
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Pug dogs strongly protect their territory.
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English Cocker Spaniel dogs are not the best to protect their territory.
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French Bulldog vs Pug vs English Cocker Spaniel Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, French Bulldog or Pug or English Cocker Spaniel? French Bulldog vs Pug vs English Cocker Spaniel behavior/temperament comparison:
Playful
Alert
Affectionate
Patient
Lively
Keen
Easygoing
Athletic
Bright
Playful
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Loyal
Gentle
Going
Cheerful
Playful
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Trainable
Quiet
Faithful
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
French Bulldog dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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Pug dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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Sensitive: English Cocker Spaniel dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: French Bulldog vs Pug vs English Cocker Spaniel?
High: French Bulldog dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Pug dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: English Cocker Spaniel dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
French Bulldog vs Pug vs English Cocker Spaniel social needs comparison:
French Bulldog dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Pug dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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English Cocker Spaniel dogs are a social breed.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
French Bulldog dogs tend to escape less than other breeds.
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Pug dogs tend to escape less than other breeds.
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The wanderlust potential of the English Cocker Spaniel is strong enough to escape from home.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
French Bulldog dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals.
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Pug 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 dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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French Bulldog vs Pug vs English Cocker Spaniel Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
French Bulldog vs Pug vs English Cocker Spaniel playfulness comparison:
French Bulldogs are not the most playful dog breed.
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Average: Pugs, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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The English Cocker Spaniel is a playful breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: French Bulldog vs Pug vs English Cocker Spaniel?
Low: The French Bulldog barks none to minimal.
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Average: The Pug barks occasionally.
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Average: The English Cocker Spaniel barks occasionally.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly French Bulldog or Pug or English Cocker Spaniel?
Very house-friendly dog the French Bulldog breed.
Very house-friendly dog the Pug breed.
Very house-friendly dog the English Cocker Spaniel breed.

French Bulldog vs Pug vs English Cocker Spaniel Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
French Bulldog dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Pug dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
English Cocker Spaniel dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: French Bulldog or Pug or English Cocker Spaniel?
French Bulldog dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
Pug dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
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.

French Bulldog vs Pug vs English Cocker Spaniel Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: French Bulldog or Pug or English Cocker Spaniel?

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

French Bulldog bite force: Weak.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Pug bite force: Weak.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

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

Low 🔽

The French Bulldog has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Pug has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

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

Health Issues
French Bulldog vs Pug vs English Cocker Spaniel health comparison. Which is the healthier: French Bulldog vs Pug vs English Cocker Spaniel?
The French Bulldog is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Very healthy dog breed.
The English Cocker Spaniel is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: French Bulldog vs Pug vs English Cocker Spaniel? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? French Bulldog vs Pug vs English Cocker Spaniel health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Patellar Luxation
Allergies
Von Willebrand's Disease
Intervertebral Disk Disease
Cleft Palate
Brachycephalic Syndrome
Elongated Soft Palate
Hemi-vertebrae
Hip Dysplasia
Legg-perthes Disease
Patellar Luxation
Allergies
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Epilepsy
Entropion
Vaccination Sensitivity
Demodectic Mange
Distichiasis
Corneal Ulcers
Dry Eye
Hemi-vertebrae
Cheyletiella Dermatitis
Nerve Degeneration
Proptosis
Pug Dog Encephalitis
Staphylococcus Infection
Yeast Infection
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Ear Infections
Elbow Dysplasia
Renal Failure
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Average
The French Bulldog should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Rare
The Pug should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Average
The English Cocker Spaniel should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Life Expectancy
French Bulldog vs Pug vs English Cocker Spaniel lifespan comparison. How long do French Bulldog, Pug and English Cocker Spaniel breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
10-12 years
The average lifespan of French Bulldog: 11 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Pug: 13 years
12-14 years
The average lifespan of English Cocker Spaniel: 13 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: French Bulldog vs Pug vs English Cocker Spaniel?
Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
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Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
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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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French Bulldog vs Pug vs English Cocker Spaniel Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a French Bulldog or Pug or English Cocker Spaniel? French Bulldog vs Pug vs English Cocker Spaniel energy level comparison:
French Bulldog dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Pug dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
English Cocker Spaniel dogs are high-energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
French Bulldog vs Pug vs English Cocker Spaniel exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: French Bulldog or Pug or English Cocker Spaniel? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
French Bulldog dogs exercise need is minimal.
Pug dogs exercise need is minimal.
English Cocker Spaniel dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: French Bulldog or Pug or English Cocker Spaniel?
French Bulldog dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
Pug dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
English Cocker Spaniel dogs don't need too much sleep.

French Bulldog vs Pug vs English Cocker Spaniel Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: French Bulldog or Pug or English Cocker Spaniel?
Recommended daily amount: 1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 1/2 to 1 cup dry food a day. 1 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? French Bulldog vs Pug vs English Cocker Spaniel weight gain potential comparison:
Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the French Bulldog's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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High: The Pug breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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High: The English Cocker Spaniel breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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French Bulldog vs Pug vs English Cocker Spaniel Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? French Bulldog vs Pug vs English Cocker Spaniel coat comparison:
Fine
Smooth
Short
Close in texture
Fine Feathered
Colors
What are the original French Bulldog, Pug and English Cocker Spaniel color?
Cream
White
Fawn
Brindle
Black
Fawn
Black
Tan
Blue
Golden
Liver
Roan
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, French Bulldog or Pug or English Cocker Spaniel? French Bulldog vs Pug vs English Cocker Spaniel grooming comparison:
Easy to groom: The French Bulldog doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Effortless: The Pug requires minimal grooming.
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Average: The English Cocker Spaniel requires average grooming effort.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more French Bulldog or Pug or English Cocker Spaniel? French Bulldog or Pug or {name3 shedding:
French Bulldog dogs are low shedders.
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Pug dogs shed above average.
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English Cocker Spaniel dogs shed moderately.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: French Bulldog or Pug or English Cocker Spaniel?
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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6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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Hypoallergenic
French Bulldog vs Pug vs English Cocker Spaniel hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?
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Stinkiness
Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, French Bulldog vs Pug vs English Cocker Spaniel?

Medium

The French Bulldog has an average chance of bad smell.

High 🔼

The Pug has a high chance of bad smell.

High 🔼

The English Cocker Spaniel has a high chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?
The French Bulldog is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Pug is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The English Cocker Spaniel is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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French Bulldog vs Pug vs English Cocker Spaniel Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
French Bulldog dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Pug dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
English Cocker Spaniel dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly French Bulldog or Pug or English Cocker Spaniel? Which dog is more friendly?
French Bulldog dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Pug dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
English Cocker Spaniel dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly French Bulldog or Pug or English Cocker Spaniel?
French Bulldog dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.
Pug dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
English Cocker Spaniel dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly French Bulldog or Pug or English Cocker Spaniel?
French Bulldog dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Pug dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
English Cocker Spaniel dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly French Bulldog or Pug or English Cocker Spaniel?
French Bulldog dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Pug dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
English Cocker Spaniel dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: French Bulldog vs Pug vs English Cocker Spaniel?
Yes
French Bulldog dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
No
Pug dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.
Yes
English Cocker Spaniel dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
Yes
French Bulldog is one of the best dog breeds for office environment
No
Pug is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
English Cocker Spaniel is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
French Bulldogs are not the best breed for elderly people.
Pugs are usually recommended for elderly people.
English Cocker Spaniels are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

French Bulldog vs Pug vs English Cocker Spaniel As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog
Which one could be a service dog?

Not really

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

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

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Therapy Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: French Bulldog or Pug or English Cocker Spaniel? Which is better for autism?

Yes

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

Not really

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

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

Not really

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

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.
Boat and Sailor Dog
Which one could be a boat dog: French Bulldog vs Pug vs English Cocker Spaniel?

Not really

French Bulldog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Pug breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Yes

English Cocker Spaniel breed usually likes being on a boat.
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Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog
Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?

Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Fighting Dog / Military Dog

Not really

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

Not really

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

Not really

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

French Bulldog vs Pug vs English Cocker Spaniel Reproducibility Comparison

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

Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Litter Size
How many puppies can French Bulldog and Pug and English Cocker Spaniel have?
3-5 puppies 2-4 puppies 6-8 puppies

French Bulldog vs Pug vs English Cocker Spaniel Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1898 as a Non-Sporting breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Toy breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1946 as a Sporting breed.
FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI?
Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Small Molossian type Dogs section. Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Small Molossian type Dogs section. Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Flushing Dogs section.
Breed Recognition
What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?
American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
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
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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