English Bulldog vs King Charles Spaniel

Compare English Bulldog and 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

English Bulldog

King Charles Spaniel

Breed type

Purebred

Height

31 – 40 cm

29 – 30 cm

Weight

22 – 25 kg

3 – 9 kg

Life expectancy

8 – 10 years

10 – 14 years

Child friendly

5/5

4/5

Energy level

2/5

3/5

Intelligence

4/5

3/5

Trainability

3/5

Health

3/5

Grooming needs

3/5

Shedding

3/5

Barking level

3/5

Aggressiveness

3/5

Characteristics

English Bulldog

Great with kids

Super smart

Medium

King Charles Spaniel

Great with kids

Small

Summary

About English Bulldog

The English Bulldog is a compact, muscular companion with a broad chest, wrinkled face and short coat. Calm and affectionate, it bonds closely with families, often adores children, and needs gentle, moderate exercise plus careful lifelong management of breathing, skin and joint health.

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About King Charles Spaniel

Small, aristocratic toy spaniel with a domed head, short nose and large dark eyes, bred as a devoted lap companion. Calm indoors with moderate exercise needs, it thrives on constant human contact. Long, silky coat needs regular grooming; prone to heart, eye and brachycephalic‑related issues.

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