Cocker Spaniel vs Drever
Compare Cocker Spaniel and Drever: size, life expectancy, temperament and care side by side.
Cocker Spaniel
VS
Drever
Comparison table
Show differences only
Characteristic
Cocker Spaniel
Drever
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
38 – 41 cm
30 – 38 cm
Weight
13 – 15 kg
14 – 16 kg
Life expectancy
11 – 15 years
12 – 16 years
Child friendly
4/5
5/5
Energy level
3/5
4/5
Intelligence
4/5
3/5
Trainability
4/5
4/5
Health
3/5
4/5
Grooming needs
4/5
3/5
Shedding
3/5
3/5
Barking level
4/5
4/5
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
Cocker Spaniel
Great with kids
Super smart
Easy to train
Medium
Drever
Great with kids
High energy
Easy to train
Medium
Summary
About Cocker Spaniel
Cheerful, medium‑sized gundog with a sturdy build, soft expression, and long silky ears. Bred to hunt woodcock, it loves sniffing, searching, and joining family activities. Sensitive and people‑oriented, it needs daily exercise, mental stimulation, and regular grooming to stay healthy and content.
About Drever
The Drever is a sturdy Swedish scent hound, low and long‑bodied yet strong and enduring. Bred to track and drive game at a steady pace, it has a clear voice, strong hunting instinct, and needs ample exercise. Friendly, affectionate, and easy‑care coated, it suits active, outdoorsy homes.
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