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Pekingese
Pekingese
VS
American Cocker Spaniel
American Cocker Spaniel
Breeds
Pekingese
Comparisons
American Cocker Spaniel

Pekingese vs American Cocker Spaniel

Compare Pekingese and American Cocker 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
Pekingese
American Cocker Spaniel
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
15 – 23 cm
35 – 38 cm
Weight
3 – 7 kg
10 – 14 kg
Life expectancy
1 – 13 years
12 – 16 years
Child friendly
3/5
4/5
Energy level
2/5
3/5
Intelligence
3/5
4/5
Trainability
3/5
4/5
Health
2/5
4/5
Grooming needs
4/5
3/5
Shedding
3/5
3/5
Barking level
3/5
2/5
Aggressiveness
3/5
2/5

Characteristics

Pekingese
Tiny
American Cocker Spaniel
Great with kids
Super smart
Quiet
Easy to train
Small

Summary

About Pekingese
Small, solid toy dog once reserved for Chinese royalty, the Pekingese has a lion‑like mane, flat face, and long double coat needing regular grooming. Calm yet proud and independent, it bonds closely with chosen people, needs modest exercise, and serves as an alert, loyal watchdog.
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.

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