Cocker Spaniel vs Pekingese
Breed Compatibility
73% Compatible
Energy Level
Cocker Spaniel: Regular Exercise0.6
Pekingese: Calm0.4
Very Compatible
Trainability
Cocker Spaniel: Eager to Please1.0
Pekingese: May be Stubborn0.2
Less Compatible
Grooming Needs
Cocker Spaniel: Daily Brushing0.8
Pekingese: 2-3 Times a Week Brushing0.6
Moderately Compatible
Cost Category
Premium
Premium
Very Compatible
Compatibility with Others
Good with Children
Cocker Spaniel5/5
Pekingese3/5
Good with Other Dogs
Cocker Spaniel5/5
Pekingese3/5
Good with Strangers
Cocker Spaniel4/5
Pekingese3/5
Living Requirements
Suitable Environments
Climate Suitability
Suitable Environments
Climate Suitability
Health & Care Comparison
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
Pekingese
Brachycephalic syndrome: Breathing issues
Patellar luxation: Kneecap problems
Heart murmurs: Cardiac concerns
Eye problems: Due to facial structure
Spinal disc issues: Back problems
Skin fold infections: Facial wrinkles
Pros & Cons Comparison
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
Pekingese
Pros
Excellent apartment dogs
Loyal and devoted
Low exercise needs
Independent nature
Cons
Stubborn and challenging to train
Regular grooming required
Heat sensitive
Can be aloof with strangers
Cocker Spaniel Fun Fact
The Cocker Spaniel was America's most popular breed for several years in the 1940s and 1950s.
Pekingese Fun Fact
Ancient Chinese emperors would sentence anyone who stole a Pekingese to death!
Heritage & Purpose
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.
Pekingese
Origin:
Sacred dogs of Chinese Imperial palace during Tang Dynasty, these companions were exclusively owned by royalty and served as temple guardians and lap dogs.
Special Considerations
Cocker Spaniel
Daily coat brushing essential to prevent matting. Regular ear cleaning needed to prevent infections. Moderate exercise requirements must be met consistently.
Pekingese
Regular grooming essential for coat maintenance. Heat sensitivity requires climate control. Special attention needed for facial wrinkles and breathing issues.
Shedding
OccasionalShedding
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