Affectionate
Friendly
Playful
Trainable
Faithful
Intelligent
Quiet

Active
Playful
Independent
Energetic
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Loyal
Gentle
Social
Fearless
Cheerful
Quiet
Nonaggressive
Polite
Graceful
Sporty
No tendency towards nervousness

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

Avoid King Charles Yorkies as watchdogs - they're not effective.

England

United States

land spaniel

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, Yorkshire Terrier

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
DBR = Designer Breed Registry
DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

1800s

2000s

Brown

Brown

Black
Brown

Black

Sable
Black
Pied
Gray
Silver
Red
Brown

White
Red
Black
Brown
Blue

English Cocker Spaniels have longer coats compared to most dogs.

King Charles Yorkies are known for their coat 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 King Charles Yorkie can have a litter of 4-6 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.

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

King Charles Yorkies 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.

King Charles Yorkie has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

English Cocker Spaniels require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

King Charles Yorkies need only a small amount of physical activity, ideal for busy or elderly people or those with limited space.

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

King Charles Yorkies sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

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.

King Charles Yorkies are typically quiet and only bark when needed, such as to alert their owner or when in distress.

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

Walk, Tug-of-war, Fetch, Swim, Run, Walking, Cuddles

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 King Charles Yorkie, it's at least 8 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.

King Charles Yorkies require significant grooming, including regular trims and professional grooming assistance to maintain their coat. They may also require frequent bathing to keep their coat and skin healthy.

Pin Brush
Dematter
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Scissors
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 7-18 pound (3 - 8 kg) King Charles Yorkie feed 1 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 King Charles Yorkie is somewhere $1.00 - $1.40 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 King Charles Yorkie is between $28 - $42. This makes an average of $336 - $504 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.

King Charles Yorkies are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

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

King Charles Yorkies have an average level of friendliness towards children.

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

King Charles Yorkies are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

English Cocker Spaniels are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

King Charles Yorkies are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

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

King Charles Yorkies 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.

King Charles Yorkies are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.