Affectionate
Friendly
Playful
Trainable
Faithful
Intelligent
Quiet

Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Obedient
Loyal
Devoted
Gentle
Tempered
Sweet
Tenacious
Fearless

English Cocker Spaniels make excellent watchdogs - they're vocal and protective of their territory.

Dobie-Bassets are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

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American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
Canadian Canine Registry

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

1800s

Unknown

Brown

Brown

Black
Brown

Black

Sable
Black
Pied
Gray
Silver
Red
Brown

Gray
Blue
Brown
White

English Cocker Spaniels have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Dobie-Bassets have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

Wavy

Straight

An English Cocker Spaniel can have a litter of 12-14 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

A Dobie-Basset can have a litter of 6-10 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

While the English Cocker Spaniel breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Dobie-Bassets typically have low vet costs due to their good health, but it's important to monitor their health and seek vet care when necessary.

English Cocker Spaniels thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

Dobie-Bassets are suitable for those with a balanced lifestyle as they have an average energy level.

English Cocker Spaniel has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Dobie-Basset has average social needs and is less independent than other breeds.

English Cocker Spaniels are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Dobie-Bassets are known for their relaxed and calm nature and enjoy long periods of sleep.

English Cocker Spaniels bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

Dobie-Basset dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

Outside, Walking, Petting, Treats, Hugs, Running, Fetch, Sniffing, Smelling, Flower sniffs, Walk, Pets, Snuggling, Tug-of-war, Play, Playdate

Play, Tug of war

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For English Cocker Spaniel, it's at least 9 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Dobie-Basset, it's at least 6 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

The English Cocker Spaniel requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

The Dobie-Basset has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

English Cocker Spaniel should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Ideally, Dobie-Basset should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Pin Brush
Dematter
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 28-34 pound (13 - 15 kg) English Cocker Spaniel feed 2.8 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 60-100 pound (27 - 45 kg) Dobie-Basset feed 3 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of an English Cocker Spaniel is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average cost of a Dobie-Basset is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

The average per month expenses of an English Cocker Spaniel is between $48 - $63. This makes an average of $576 - $756 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of a Dobie-Basset is between $55 - $73. This makes an average of $660 - $876 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

English Cocker Spaniel is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

Dobie-Bassets are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

English Cocker Spaniels make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

Dobie-Bassets are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

English Cocker Spaniels make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

Dobie-Bassets are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

English Cocker Spaniels are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

Dobie-Bassets are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

English Cocker Spaniels are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

Dobie-Bassets have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

English Cocker Spaniels are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.

Dobie-Bassets are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.