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English Pointer vs English Cocker Spaniel vs English Springer Spaniel Comparison - Dog breed selector: English Pointer or Merry Cocker Woker or Springer Spaniel? Find the right dog for you

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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for English Pointer, English Cocker Spaniel, and English Springer Spaniel breeds.
English Pointer Merry Cocker Woker
Cocker
Springer Spaniel
Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between English Pointer, English Cocker Spaniel, and English Springer Spaniel? Compare their breeding categories.
Purebred Purebred Purebred

English Pointer vs English Cocker Spaniel vs English Springer Spaniel Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Compare size differences between English Pointer, English Cocker Spaniel, and English Springer Spaniel. Which breed is the largest?
Medium Medium Medium
Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between English Pointer, English Cocker Spaniel, and English Springer Spaniel? Compare adult weight ranges.
44-66 pounds (20-30 kg) Male: 28-34 pounds (13-16 kg), Female: 26-32 pounds (12-15 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?
55 pounds (25 kg) Male: 31 pounds (14.5 kg), Female: 29 pounds (13.5 kg) Male: 50 pounds (22.5 kg), Female: 45 pounds (20.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, English Pointer or English Cocker Spaniel or English Springer Spaniel? English Pointer vs English Cocker Spaniel vs English Springer Spaniel height comparison:
Male: 22-24 inches (55-62 cm), Female: 21-24 inches (54-60 cm) Male: 15-17 inches (38-43 cm), Female: 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?
Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 22.5 inches (57 cm) Male: 16 inches (40.5 cm), Female: 15 inches (38.5 cm) Male: 20 inches (52 cm), Female:19 inches (48.5 cm)

English Pointer vs English Cocker Spaniel vs English Springer Spaniel Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range
Compare puppy costs for English Pointer, English Cocker Spaniel, and English Springer Spaniel. Find price differences between these breeds.
$400-$500 $900-$1200 $700-$800
Availability
Which is easier to get, English Pointer or English Cocker Spaniel or English Springer Spaniel?
Frequent: The English Pointer is easier than average to get.
Very frequent: The English Cocker Spaniel is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The English Springer Spaniel is quite easy to get.

English Pointer vs English Cocker Spaniel vs English Springer Spaniel Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between English Pointer, English Cocker Spaniel, and English Springer Spaniel. Which breed ranks highest?
Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Very smart: English Cocker Spaniel is an excellent dog breed.
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Very smart: English Springer Spaniel is an excellent dog breed.
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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between English Pointer, English Cocker Spaniel, and English Springer Spaniel. Which is easiest to train?
English Pointer dogs are very easy to train.
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English Cocker Spaniel dogs are easy to train.
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English Springer Spaniel dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of English Pointer, English Cocker Spaniel, and English Springer Spaniel. Which breed is most alert?
English Pointer dogs are good watchdogs.
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English Cocker Spaniel dogs are good watchdogs.
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English Springer Spaniel dogs are average watchdogs.
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Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between English Pointer, English Cocker Spaniel, and English Springer Spaniel. Which breed is most protective?
English Pointer 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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English Springer Spaniel dogs are average defenders.
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English Pointer vs English Cocker Spaniel vs English Springer Spaniel Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between English Pointer, English Cocker Spaniel, and English Springer Spaniel? Compare temperaments.
Active
Intelligent
Affectionate
Loyal
Outright
Tempered
Kind
Amiable
Playful
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Trainable
Quiet
Faithful
Playful
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Affectionate
Social
Cheerful
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
English Pointer 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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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: English Pointer vs English Cocker Spaniel vs English Springer Spaniel?
Average to High: English Pointer dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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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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High: English Springer Spaniel dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
English Pointer vs English Cocker Spaniel vs English Springer Spaniel social needs comparison:
English Pointer dogs need for social interaction is average.
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English Cocker Spaniel dogs are a social breed.
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English Springer Spaniel dogs are a social breed.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
English Pointer dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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The wanderlust potential of the English Cocker Spaniel is strong enough to escape from home.
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The wanderlust potential of the English Springer 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?
English Pointer dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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English Cocker Spaniel dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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English Springer Spaniel dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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English Pointer vs English Cocker Spaniel vs English Springer Spaniel Activity and Playfulness Comparison

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

English Pointer vs English Cocker Spaniel vs English Springer Spaniel Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between English Pointer, English Cocker Spaniel, and English Springer Spaniel. Which breed is most flexible?
English Pointer 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.
English Springer Spaniel dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: English Pointer or English Cocker Spaniel or English Springer Spaniel?
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.
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.
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.

English Pointer vs English Cocker Spaniel vs English Springer Spaniel Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between English Pointer, English Cocker Spaniel, and English Springer Spaniel. Which has lowest bite risk?

Low 🔽

The English Pointer has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

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

Low 🔽

The English Springer Spaniel has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between English Pointer, English Cocker Spaniel, and English Springer Spaniel. Which uses mouth most during play?
English Pointer dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, 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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English Springer Spaniel dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Bite Strength Rating
Compare bite forces between English Pointer, English Cocker Spaniel, and English Springer Spaniel. Which has the strongest bite?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

English Pointer bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

English Cocker Spaniel bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

English Springer Spaniel bite force: Ordinary.

English Pointer vs English Cocker Spaniel vs English Springer Spaniel Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of English Pointer, English Cocker Spaniel, and English Springer Spaniel. Which breed lives longest?
11-15 years
The average lifespan of English Pointer: 13 years
12-14 years
The average lifespan of English Cocker Spaniel: 13 years
10-14 years
The average lifespan of English Springer Spaniel: 12 years
Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between English Pointer, English Cocker Spaniel, and English Springer Spaniel. Which handles climate changes best?
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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Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in English Pointer, English Cocker Spaniel, and English Springer Spaniel. Which has fewer health issues?
English Pointers tend to have a lot and frequent health issues.
The English Cocker Spaniel 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.
Vet Care Frequency
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Frequent
The English Pointer should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Average
The English Cocker Spaniel 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).
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: English Pointer vs English Cocker Spaniel vs English Springer Spaniel? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? English Pointer vs English Cocker Spaniel vs English Springer Spaniel health problems comparison:
No data available Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Ear Infections
Elbow Dysplasia
Renal Failure
Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Ear Infections
Ectropion
Retinal Dysplasia
Phosphofructokinase deficiency (Tarui disease, PFK)

English Pointer vs English Cocker Spaniel vs English Springer Spaniel Energy and Activity Comparison

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

English Pointer vs English Cocker Spaniel vs English Springer Spaniel Diet and Weight Management Comparison

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

English Pointer vs English Cocker Spaniel vs English Springer Spaniel Allergies and Grooming Comparison

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

Medium

The English Pointer has an average chance of bad smell.

High 🔼

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

Medium

The English Springer Spaniel has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between English Pointer, English Cocker Spaniel, and English Springer Spaniel. How do their fur characteristics differ?
Dense Feathered Feathered
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between English Pointer, English Cocker Spaniel, and English Springer Spaniel. Which requires most frequent baths?
4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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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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6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more English Pointer or English Cocker Spaniel or English Springer Spaniel? English Pointer or English Cocker Spaniel or {name3 shedding:
English Pointer dogs shed none to minimal.
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English Cocker Spaniel dogs shed moderately.
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English Springer Spaniel dogs shed moderately.
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English Pointer vs English Cocker Spaniel vs English Springer Spaniel Good With Comparison

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

English Pointer vs English Cocker Spaniel vs English Springer Spaniel As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between English Pointer, English Cocker Spaniel, and English Springer Spaniel. Which is best suited for service work?

Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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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 Work Suitability
Compare therapy dog potential between English Pointer, English Cocker Spaniel, and English Springer Spaniel. Which excels in therapy work?

Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between English Pointer, English Cocker Spaniel, and English Springer Spaniel. Which has best nose work ability?

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.

Yes

After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.
Search & Rescue Potential
Compare search and rescue potential between English Pointer, English Cocker Spaniel, and English Springer Spaniel. Which is best for SAR work?

Yes

This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.

Not really

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

Yes

This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.
Maritime Work Ability
Compare boating aptitude between English Pointer, English Cocker Spaniel, and English Springer Spaniel. Which is best suited for water work?

Not really

English Pointer 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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Not really

English Springer Spaniel breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between English Pointer, English Cocker Spaniel, and English Springer Spaniel. Which is best for draft work?

Not really

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

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

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Military Service Background
Compare military service history of English Pointer, English Cocker Spaniel, and English Springer Spaniel. 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 Pointer vs English Cocker Spaniel vs English Springer Spaniel Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of English Pointer, English Cocker Spaniel, and English Springer Spaniel. Which has most puppies?
4-6 puppies 6-8 puppies 4-10 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of English Pointer, English Cocker Spaniel, and English Springer Spaniel. Any breeding differences?
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Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between English Pointer, English Cocker Spaniel, and English Springer Spaniel. What's recommended?

Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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English Pointer vs English Cocker Spaniel vs English Springer Spaniel Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for English Pointer, English Cocker Spaniel, and English Springer Spaniel. How are they classified?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1878 as a Sporting breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1946 as a Sporting breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1910 as a Sporting breed.
FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for English Pointer, English Cocker Spaniel, and English Springer Spaniel. How are they classified internationally?
Not recognized by FCI. 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.
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of English Pointer, English Cocker Spaniel, and English Springer Spaniel. Which has most recognition?
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
Canadian Canine Registry
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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