American Cocker Spaniel vs Bernese Mountain Dog
Compare American Cocker Spaniel and Bernese Mountain Dog: size, life expectancy, temperament and care side by side.
American Cocker Spaniel
VS
Bernese Mountain Dog
Comparison table
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Characteristic
American Cocker Spaniel
Bernese Mountain Dog
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
35 – 38 cm
58 – 70 cm
Weight
10 – 14 kg
35 – 55 kg
Life expectancy
12 – 16 years
7 – 9 years
Child friendly
4/5
5/5
Energy level
3/5
4/5
Intelligence
4/5
4/5
Trainability
4/5
4/5
Health
4/5
3/5
Grooming needs
3/5
5/5
Shedding
3/5
5/5
Barking level
2/5
2/5
Aggressiveness
2/5
3/5
The 1–5 scale shows the level of each trait. A higher value means more of that trait. Individual animals may vary.
Characteristics
American Cocker Spaniel
Great with kids
Super smart
Quiet
Easy to train
Small
Bernese Mountain Dog
Great with kids
High energy
Super smart
Quiet
Easy to train
Giant
Summary
About American Cocker Spaniel
American Cocker Spaniel: a small, sturdy gundog with a silky coat and large, expressive eyes. Cheerful, affectionate, and people‑oriented, it suits active families. Needs daily exercise, mental stimulation, gentle positive training, and regular, thorough grooming and ear care.
About Bernese Mountain Dog
Large Swiss farm-bred dog with a strong, balanced build and a thick tricolour coat. Affectionate, people focused, and usually gentle with children. Needs moderate daily exercise, cool climates, regular grooming, and kind training. Health screening is crucial due to joint issues and cancers.
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