Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Cocker Spaniel
Breed Compatibility
99% Compatible
Energy Level
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel: Calm0.4
Cocker Spaniel: Regular Exercise0.6
Very Compatible
Trainability
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel: Eager to Please1.0
Cocker Spaniel: Eager to Please1.0
Very Compatible
Grooming Needs
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel: Weekly Brushing0.4
Cocker Spaniel: Daily Brushing0.8
Moderately Compatible
Cost Category
Premium
Premium
Very Compatible
Compatibility with Others
Good with Children
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel5/5
Cocker Spaniel5/5
Good with Other Dogs
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel5/5
Cocker Spaniel5/5
Good with Strangers
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel4/5
Cocker Spaniel4/5
Living Requirements
Suitable Environments
Climate Suitability
Suitable Environments
Climate Suitability
Health & Care Comparison
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Mitral Valve Disease: Heart condition
Syringomyelia: Neurological disorder
Hip Dysplasia: Joint malformation
Patellar Luxation: Kneecap issues
Eye Problems: Various conditions
Heart Murmurs: Cardiac concerns
Cocker Spaniel
Progressive Retinal Atrophy: Vision loss
Hip Dysplasia: Joint malformation
Ear Infections: Chronic inflammation
Heart Disease: Cardiac concerns
Patellar Luxation: Knee problems
Glaucoma: Eye pressure issues
Pros & Cons Comparison
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Pros
Exceptionally affectionate
Good with children
Adaptable to different living situations
Easy to train
Gentle temperament
Cons
Significant health concerns
Regular grooming required
Separation anxiety prone
Cannot be left alone long
Expensive medical care
Cocker Spaniel
Pros
Affectionate family companion
Good with children
Highly trainable
Moderate size
Sporting ability
Cons
Regular grooming required
Prone to ear infections
Can be vocal
Separation anxiety prone
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Fun Fact
King Charles II was so devoted to these dogs that he decreed they be allowed in any public place, including Parliament!
Cocker Spaniel Fun Fact
The Cocker Spaniel was America's most popular breed for several years in the 1940s and 1950s.
Heritage & Purpose
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Origin:
Developed in the United Kingdom during the 16th century as companion dogs for nobility, particularly favored by King Charles II. Served as lap warmers and gentle companions.
Cocker Spaniel
Origin:
Developed in England during the 1800s for hunting woodcock and other game birds. These skilled retrievers excelled at flushing and recovering birds from dense undergrowth.
Special Considerations
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Regular heart monitoring required. Daily brushing needed to maintain coat. Cannot tolerate extreme temperatures or long periods of solitude.
Cocker Spaniel
Daily coat brushing essential to prevent matting. Regular ear cleaning needed to prevent infections. Moderate exercise requirements must be met consistently.