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Breed comparison

# English Cocker Spaniel or Brittany Spaniel: Which breed should you choose?

English Cocker Spaniel and Brittany Spaniel are two dog breeds often compared by prospective owners. Here’s a point-by-point comparison to help you decide: size, temperament, purchase price, monthly budget, and compatibility with your lifestyle.

[![English Cocker Spaniel](https://www.pedibase.com/_img/rs:fill:120:120/el:1/q:82/f:webp/plain/s3://media-pedibase/public/7382/cocker-spaniel-anglais-1.jpg)](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/english-cocker-spaniel)

## [English Cocker Spaniel](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/english-cocker-spaniel)

Medium12–14 kg€700 – €1,000

[Full listing](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/english-cocker-spaniel) [Find a breeder](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-english-cocker-spaniel)

![English Cocker Spaniel - Photo 2](https://www.pedibase.com/_img/rs:fill:160:160/el:1/q:70/f:webp/plain/s3://media-pedibase/public/7382/cocker-spaniel-anglais-1.jpg)

![English Cocker Spaniel - Photo 3](https://www.pedibase.com/_img/rs:fill:160:160/el:1/q:70/f:webp/plain/s3://media-pedibase/public/7383/cocker-spaniel-anglais-2.jpg)

![English Cocker Spaniel - Photo 4](https://www.pedibase.com/_img/rs:fill:160:160/el:1/q:70/f:webp/plain/s3://media-pedibase/public/7385/cocker-spaniel-anglais-4.jpg)

![English Cocker Spaniel - Photo 5](https://www.pedibase.com/_img/rs:fill:160:160/el:1/q:70/f:webp/plain/s3://media-pedibase/public/7387/cocker-spaniel-anglais-6.jpg) +9

[![Brittany Spaniel](https://www.pedibase.com/_img/rs:fill:120:120/el:1/q:82/f:webp/plain/s3://media-pedibase/public/4162/pexels-photo-13923477.jpeg)](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/brittany)

## [Brittany Spaniel](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/brittany)

Medium13–18 kg€1,000 – €1,500

[Full listing](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/brittany) [Find a breeder](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-brittany)

![Brittany Spaniel - Photo 2](https://www.pedibase.com/_img/rs:fill:160:160/el:1/q:70/f:webp/plain/s3://media-pedibase/public/4162/pexels-photo-13923477.jpeg)

![Brittany Spaniel - Photo 3](https://www.pedibase.com/_img/rs:fill:160:160/el:1/q:70/f:webp/plain/s3://media-pedibase/public/4163/pexels-photo-37385584.jpeg)

![Brittany Spaniel - Photo 4](https://www.pedibase.com/_img/rs:fill:160:160/el:1/q:70/f:webp/plain/s3://media-pedibase/public/4164/an_epagneul_breton_-_world_dog_show_2010.jpg)

![Brittany Spaniel - Photo 5](https://www.pedibase.com/_img/rs:fill:160:160/el:1/q:70/f:webp/plain/s3://media-pedibase/public/4165/epagneul_breton_-_world_dog_show_2010.jpg) +6

## Key takeaways

- Brittany Spaniel is larger: 13–18 kg compared with 12–14 kg for English Cocker Spaniel.
- English Cocker Spaniel costs less to buy: €700 – €1,000 compared with €1,000 – €1,500 for Brittany Spaniel.
- The monthly budget is similar for both breeds: about €119 per month.
- English Cocker Spaniel needs less daily activity (4/5 compared with 5/5 for Brittany Spaniel).
- Brittany Spaniel scores higher for “Families and children”: 5/5 compared with 4/5 for English Cocker Spaniel.
- English Cocker Spaniel scores higher for “Apartment living”: 3/5 compared with 1/5 for Brittany Spaniel.
- For “First-time owners,” 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 Spaniel 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

|  | [![English Cocker Spaniel](https://www.pedibase.com/_img/rs:fill:240:240/el:1/q:82/f:webp/plain/s3://media-pedibase/public/7382/cocker-spaniel-anglais-1.jpg)<h3>English Cocker Spaniel</h3>](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/english-cocker-spaniel) | [![Brittany Spaniel](https://www.pedibase.com/_img/rs:fill:240:240/el:1/q:82/f:webp/plain/s3://media-pedibase/public/4162/pexels-photo-13923477.jpeg)<h3>Brittany Spaniel</h3>](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/brittany) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| General information |  | |
| Origin | England | France |
| FCI group  | 8 | 7 |
| Build  | Medium | Medium |
| Height at the 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 years | 12–14 years |
| Average price  | €700 – €1,000 | €1,000 – €1,500 |
| Monthly budget  | ≈ €119 | ≈ €119 |
| Compatibility |  | |
| Families and children  | Very good | Excellent |
| Daily exercise needs  | High | Very high |
| Apartment living  | Good | Limited |
| First-time owners  | Good | Good |
| Other pets  | Very good | Very good |
| Tolerance of being alone  | Fair | Limited |
| Guarding instinct  | Fair | Fair |
| Strengths and weaknesses |  | |
|  | <ul><li>Obedient</li><li>Low risk of running away</li><li>Not very destructive</li><li>Rarely barks</li><li>Robust health</li><li>Sheds very little</li><li>Rarely drools</li><li>High exercise needs</li><li>Not very adaptable</li><li>High-maintenance coat</li></ul> | <ul><li>Obedient</li><li>Low risk of running away</li><li>Not very destructive</li><li>Good health</li><li>Easy to care for</li><li>Rarely drools</li><li>High exercise needs</li><li>Not very adaptable</li><li>Barks a lot</li><li>Sheds a lot</li></ul> |

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