American Cocker Spaniel
VS
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
American Cocker Spaniel vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Compare American Cocker Spaniel and Cavalier King Charles Spaniel side by side and get a clear picture of what sets the breeds apart. Explore differences in size, weight, temperament, activity level, and other key traits to more easily decide which breed best fits your lifestyle and circumstances.
Characteristic
American Cocker Spaniel
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
35 – 38 cm
30 – 35 cm
Weight
10 – 14 kg
5 – 8 kg
Life expectancy
12 – 16 years
10 – 16 years
Child friendly
4/5
4/5
Energy level
3/5
3/5
Intelligence
4/5
3/5
Trainability
4/5
2/5
Health
4/5
2/5
Grooming needs
3/5
3/5
Shedding
3/5
3/5
Barking level
2/5
3/5
Aggressiveness
2/5
3/5
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Characteristics
American Cocker Spaniel
Great with kids
Super smart
Quiet
Easy to train
Small
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Great with kids
Stubborn
Small
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 Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Small, gentle spaniel (5.4–8 kg) with a silky medium coat in Blenheim, Tricolour, Black and Tan, or Ruby. Affectionate, people oriented, and good with children and other pets. Needs regular grooming, moderate exercise, and dislikes long periods alone.
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