Comparator
English Cocker Spaniel or Brittany: which breed to choose?
English Cocker Spaniel and Brittany are two dog breeds often compared by future adopters. Here is a point-by-point comparison to help you decide: size, temperament, purchase price, monthly budget, and compatibility with your lifestyle.
+6
+4
Key takeaways
- Brittany is larger: 13–18 kg vs 12–14 kg for English Cocker Spaniel.
- English Cocker Spaniel is cheaper to buy: 700–1,000 € vs 1,000–1,500 € for Brittany.
- Monthly budget is similar for both breeds: about 119 € per month.
- English Cocker Spaniel needs less daily activity (4/5 vs 5/5 for Brittany).
- Brittany is rated higher for “Family & children”: 5/5 vs 4/5 for English Cocker Spaniel.
- English Cocker Spaniel is rated higher for “Apartment living”: 3/5 vs 1/5 for Brittany.
- For “First-time owner”, both breeds are tied (3/5).
- Both breeds have a similar life expectancy: 13–15 years.
Our verdict
Choose English Cocker Spaniel if you’re looking for…
- Active families : He fits in well with a present, playful household that is ready to take him out often.
- Sporty owners : He willingly accompanies dynamic walks, outings in the forest and certain dog sports.
- Households with children : His affectionate and playful temperament makes him a good companion for family life.
- Urban life with availability : He can live in the city if his exercise needs are truly met.
Choose Brittany if you’re looking for…
- Active families : He thrives with present households who enjoy going out and sharing activities.
- Nature lovers : Long walks, hikes and scent activities suit his temperament well.
- Hunters or sporting handlers : His pointing dog profile and his endurance remain major assets.
Detailed comparison
| General information | ||
|---|---|---|
| Origin | England | France |
| FCI group | 8 | 7 |
| Size | Medium | Medium |
| Height at withers | 38–41 cm | 46–51 cm |
| Weight | 12–14 kg | 13–18 kg |
| Coat | Medium-long, silky | Short, fine, slightly wavy |
| Life expectancy | 13–15 ans | 12–14 ans |
| Average price | 700–1,000 € | 1,000–1,500 € |
| Monthly budget | ≈ 119 € | ≈ 119 € |
| Compatibility | ||
| Family & children | Very good | Excellent |
| Daily activity required | High | Very high |
| Apartment living | Good | Limited |
| First-time owner | Good | Good |
| Other pets | Very good | Very good |
| Tolerance for being alone | Fairly good | Limited |
| Guarding instinct | Fairly good | Fairly good |
| Pros & Cons | ||
|
|
Other popular dogs comparisons
- Australian Shepherd vs Border Collie
- Golden Retriever vs Labrador Retriever
- Cavalier King Charles vs King Charles Spaniel
- German Shepherd Dog vs Belgian Malinois
- French Bulldog vs English Bulldog
- Siberian Husky vs Alaskan Malamute
- Akita Inu vs Shiba Inu
- Cane Corso vs Dogo Argentino
- Beagle vs Jack Russell Terrier
- Chihuahua vs Yorkshire Terrier
- Maltese vs Shih Tzu
- Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs American Staffordshire Terrier
- Australian Shepherd vs German Shepherd Dog
- Golden Retriever vs Australian Shepherd
- Labrador Retriever vs German Shepherd Dog
- Rottweiler vs Dobermann
- Boxer vs Dogue de Bordeaux
- Bernese Mountain Dog vs Newfoundland
- Saint Bernard vs Leonberger
- Poodle vs Bichon Frise
- Pug vs French Bulldog
- Dachshund vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi
- Border Collie vs Belgian Malinois
- White Swiss Shepherd Dog vs German Shepherd Dog
- Samoyed vs Siberian Husky
- German Spitz vs Chihuahua
- Labradoodle vs Goldendoodle
- Cavapoo vs Maltipoo
- Akita Inu vs American Akita
- Shetland Sheepdog vs Rough Collie
- Whippet vs Greyhound
- English Setter vs Irish Red Setter
- Bull Terrier vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier
- West Highland White Terrier vs Cairn Terrier
- Great Dane vs Cane Corso
- Cane Corso vs Rottweiler
- Beauceron vs Belgian Malinois
- Brittany vs English Setter
- Jack Russell Terrier vs Parson Russell Terrier
- Shar-Pei vs Chow Chow
- Dalmatian vs Weimaraner