Compare breeds
Cocker Spaniel vs Poodle
Cocker Spaniel
Long
Poodle
Curly
Choose the Cocker Spaniel if you want…
- a family with children
- less time spent grooming
Choose the Poodle if you want…
- a dog or cat that learns quickly
- less hair around the house
Side by side
| Trait | Cocker Spaniel | Poodle |
|---|---|---|
| Size | Medium | Medium |
| Weight | 12–15 kg (26–33 lb) | 18–32 kg (40–71 lb) |
| Height | 38–41 cm (15–16 in) | 38–60 cm (15–24 in) |
| Life span | 12–15 years | 12–15 years |
| Origin | England | Germany and France |
| Energy | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Trainability | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Good with children | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Good with other pets | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Suits a flat | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Shedding | 3/5 | 1/5 |
| Grooming needs | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Barking / vocal | 3/5 | 3/5 |
Quick answers
Which is bigger, the Cocker Spaniel or the Poodle?
The Poodle — typically about 1.9 times the weight. Cocker Spaniel: 12–15 kg (26–33 lb); Poodle: 18–32 kg (40–71 lb).
Which lives longer, the Cocker Spaniel or the Poodle?
Their typical life spans are about the same. Cocker Spaniel: 12–15 years; Poodle: 12–15 years.
Is the Cocker Spaniel or the Poodle better with children?
The Cocker Spaniel scores higher in our profiles (5 vs 4 out of 5). Always supervise young children with any pet.
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