Kooikerhondje vs English Springer Spaniel Comparison – Which dog is better Nederlandse Kooikerhondje or Springer Spaniel?

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Name	Kooikerhondje	English Springer Spaniel
Origins	Netherlands	England
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Group	Gun Dog	Gun Dog
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Nederlandse Kooikerhondje Small Dutch Waterfowl Dog Kooiker Dog	Springer Spaniel
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Kooikerhondje vs English Springer Spaniel breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred

Kooikerhondje vs English Springer Spaniel Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which dog is bigger, Kooikerhondje or English Springer Spaniel? Is the Kooikerhondje bigger than the English Springer Spaniel breed? Is a Kooikerhondje smaller than an English Springer Spaniel?	Medium	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Kooikerhondje or English Springer Spaniel? Kooikerhondje vs English Springer Spaniel weight comparison:	20-40 pounds (9-18 kg)	Male: 45-55 pounds (20-25 kg), Female: 40-50 pounds (18-23 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	30 pounds (13.5 kg)	Male: 50 pounds (22.5 kg), Female: 45 pounds (20.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Kooikerhondje or English Springer Spaniel? Is a Kooikerhondje taller than an English Springer Spaniel?	14-16 inches (36-41 cm)	Male: 19-21 inches (48-56 cm), Female:18-20 inches (46-51 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	15 inches (38.5 cm)	Male: 20 inches (52 cm), Female:19 inches (48.5 cm)

Kooikerhondje vs English Springer Spaniel Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Kooikerhondje or English Springer Spaniel? Which is more expensive? What is the difference in price between Kooikerhondje and English Springer Spaniel?	$600-$800	$700-$800
Availability Which is easier to get, Kooikerhondje or English Springer Spaniel?	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.	Very frequent: The English Springer Spaniel is quite easy to get.

Kooikerhondje vs English Springer Spaniel Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which dog has more intelligence? Is a Kooikerhondje or English Springer Spaniel smarter? Which is best? Kooikerhondje vs English Springer Spaniel intelligence:	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Very smart: English Springer Spaniel is an excellent dog breed. See more.
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Trainability Kooikerhondje vs English Springer Spaniel trainability comparison. What's the difference between Kooikerhondje vs English Springer Spaniel?	Kooikerhondje dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	English Springer Spaniel dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Kooikerhondje or English Springer Spaniel?	Kooikerhondje dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	English Springer Spaniel dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Kooikerhondje or English Springer Spaniel? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Kooikerhondje dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	English Springer Spaniel dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Kooikerhondje vs English Springer Spaniel Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Kooikerhondje or English Springer Spaniel? Kooikerhondje vs English Springer Spaniel behavior/temperament comparison:	Loving Alert Intelligent Territorial Lively Going Cheerful	Playful Energetic Alert Intelligent Affectionate Social Cheerful
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Kooikerhondje vs English Springer Spaniel?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
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Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Kooikerhondje vs English Springer Spaniel?	High: Kooikerhondje dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: English Springer Spaniel dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Kooikerhondje vs English Springer Spaniel social needs comparison:	Kooikerhondje dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	English Springer Spaniel dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between Kooikerhondje vs English Springer Spaniel?	Kooikerhondje dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the English Springer Spaniel is strong enough to escape from home. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between Kooikerhondje vs English Springer Spaniel? Which can be better for hunting?	Kooikerhondje 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.	English Springer Spaniel dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Kooikerhondje vs English Springer Spaniel Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Kooikerhondje vs English Springer Spaniel playfulness comparison:	The Kooikerhondje is a highly playful breed. See more.	The English Springer Spaniel is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Kooikerhondje vs English Springer Spaniel?	Average: The Kooikerhondje barks occasionally. See more.	Average: The English Springer Spaniel barks occasionally. See more.
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Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Kooikerhondje or English Springer Spaniel?	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 Kooikerhondje indoors.	Very house-friendly dog the English Springer Spaniel breed.
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Kooikerhondje vs English Springer Spaniel Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Kooikerhondje dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	English Springer Spaniel dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Kooikerhondje or English Springer Spaniel?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	English Springer 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.

Kooikerhondje vs English Springer Spaniel Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Kooikerhondje or English Springer Spaniel?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Kooikerhondje bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ English Springer Spaniel bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Is a Kooikerhondje more dangerous than an English Springer Spaniel?	Low 🔽 The Kooikerhondje has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The English Springer Spaniel has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Kooikerhondje vs English Springer Spaniel mouthiness comparison:	Kooikerhondje dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	English Springer Spaniel dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Kooikerhondje vs English Springer Spaniel Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Kooikerhondje vs English Springer Spaniel health comparison. Which is the healthier: Kooikerhondje vs English Springer Spaniel?	The Kooikerhondje is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	English Springer Spaniels are commonly healthy dogs.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Kooikerhondje vs English Springer Spaniel? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Kooikerhondje vs English Springer Spaniel health problems comparison:	Cataracts Luxating Patella Von Willebrand's Disease Epilepsy Kidney Issues Hereditary Necrotising Myelopathy Myositis	Hip Dysplasia Allergies Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Ear Infections Ectropion Retinal Dysplasia Phosphofructokinase deficiency (Tarui disease, PFK)
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Kooikerhondje vs English Springer Spaniel?	Average The Kooikerhondje should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Rare The English Springer Spaniel should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
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Life Expectancy Kooikerhondje vs English Springer Spaniel lifespan comparison. How long do Kooikerhondje and English Springer Spaniel breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy? What is the age limit of the Kooikerhondje and English Springer Spaniel?	12-14 years The average lifespan of Kooikerhondje: 13 years	10-14 years The average lifespan of English Springer Spaniel: 12 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Kooikerhondje vs English Springer Spaniel?	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Kooikerhondje 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.

Kooikerhondje vs English Springer Spaniel Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Kooikerhondje or English Springer Spaniel? Kooikerhondje vs English Springer Spaniel energy level comparison:	Kooikerhondje dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	English Springer Spaniel dogs are high-energy dogs.
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Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Kooikerhondje vs English Springer Spaniel exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Kooikerhondje or English Springer Spaniel? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Kooikerhondje dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	English Springer Spaniel dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Kooikerhondje or English Springer Spaniel?	Kooikerhondje dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	English Springer Spaniel dogs don't need too much sleep.
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Kooikerhondje vs English Springer Spaniel Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Kooikerhondje or English Springer Spaniel? Does the Kooikerhondje breed eat more than the English Springer Spaniel breed?	1 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	3 to 4.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
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Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Kooikerhondje vs English Springer Spaniel weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Kooikerhondje has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The English Springer Spaniel has an average risk for obesity. See more.
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Kooikerhondje vs English Springer Spaniel Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Kooikerhondje vs English Springer Spaniel coat comparison:	Waterproof Wavy Thick Straight	Feathered
Colors What are the original Kooikerhondje and English Springer Spaniel color? Kooikerhondje vs English Springer Spaniel color comparison:	Red White Orange	Black Tan White Liver
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Kooikerhondje or English Springer Spaniel? Kooikerhondje vs English Springer Spaniel grooming comparison:	Easy to groom: The Kooikerhondje doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Advanced: The English Springer Spaniel requires a lot of grooming. See more.
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Shedding Level Who sheds more Kooikerhondje or English Springer Spaniel? Do Kooikerhondje dogs shed more than English Springer Spaniel dogs?	Kooikerhondje dogs shed moderately. See more.	English Springer Spaniel dogs shed moderately. See more.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Kooikerhondje or English Springer Spaniel?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.
Hypoallergenic Kooikerhondje vs English Springer Spaniel hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.
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Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Kooikerhondje or English Springer Spaniel?	Medium ⏺ The Kooikerhondje has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The English Springer Spaniel has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least? What's the difference between Kooikerhondje vs English Springer Spaniel?	The Kooikerhondje is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The English Springer Spaniel is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Kooikerhondje vs English Springer Spaniel Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Kooikerhondje dogs are generally with other pets.	English Springer Spaniel dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Kooikerhondje or English Springer Spaniel? Which dog is more friendly?	Kooikerhondje dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	English Springer Spaniel dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
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Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Kooikerhondje or English Springer Spaniel?	Kooikerhondje dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	English Springer Spaniel dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Kooikerhondje or English Springer Spaniel?	Kooikerhondje dogs are average friendly towards cats.	English Springer Spaniel dogs are average friendly towards cats.
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Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Kooikerhondje or English Springer Spaniel? Can a Kooikerhondje and an English Springer Spaniel be friends? Do Kooikerhondje dogs get along with English Springer Spaniel dogs?	Kooikerhondje dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	English Springer Spaniel dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: Kooikerhondje vs English Springer Spaniel?	Yes Kooikerhondje dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes English Springer Spaniel dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Kooikerhondje is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No English Springer Spaniel is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Kooikerhondjes are usually recommended for elderly people.	English Springer Spaniels are usually recommended for elderly people.

Kooikerhondje vs English Springer 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. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Kooikerhondje or English Springer Spaniel? Which is better for autism?	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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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.	Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.
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.	Yes This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Kooikerhondje vs English Springer Spaniel?	Not really Kooikerhondje breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really English Springer Spaniel breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
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. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
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.

Kooikerhondje vs English Springer Spaniel Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.
Litter Size How many puppies can Kooikerhondje and English Springer Spaniel have? Kooikerhondje vs English Springer Spaniel litter size comparison:	5-7 puppies	4-10 puppies
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Kooikerhondje vs English Springer Spaniel Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2018 as a Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1910 as a Sporting breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Not recognized by FCI.	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 America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. United Kennel Club American Rare Breed Association Foundation Stock Service	American Canine Registry 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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