8 Breeds Similar to English Cocker Spaniel

If you love the English Cocker Spaniel, these breeds share the most traits in common โ€” from size and energy level to grooming and trainability.

English Cocker Spaniel

English Cocker Spaniel

mediumSporting
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English Springer Spaniel
1100% match

English Springer Spaniel

mediumSporting
Same sizeSame groupSimilar energy+5 more

A joyful, tireless sporting dog with soulful eyes and a wagging tail. English Springer Spaniels are eager to please, love the outdoors, and make wonderful active family companions.

Cocker Spaniel
2100% match

Cocker Spaniel

mediumSporting
Same sizeSame groupSimilar energy+5 more

A happy, gentle sporting dog with silky ears and expressive eyes. Cocker Spaniels are joyful companions that love to play and make wonderful family pets.

American Cocker Spaniel
3100% match

American Cocker Spaniel

mediumSporting
Same sizeSame groupSimilar energy+5 more

America's sweetheart sporting dog, with big soulful eyes and a luxurious silky coat. American Cockers are merry, gentle companions that adore children and make wonderful therapy dogs.

Brittany
490% match

Brittany

mediumSporting
Same sizeSame groupSimilar energy+4 more

A versatile, energetic bird dog with a sweet disposition. Brittanys are quick, agile, and eager to please, making them excellent hunting companions and active family dogs.

Vizsla
590% match

Vizsla

mediumSporting
Same sizeSame groupSimilar energy+4 more

A sleek, athletic Hungarian pointer known as the 'Velcro dog' for its intense bond with its owner. Vizslas are gentle, affectionate, and need plenty of exercise and human companionship.

Australian Shepherd
685% match

Australian Shepherd

mediumHerding
Same sizeSimilar energySimilar trainability+4 more

Strikingly beautiful and incredibly smart, the Australian Shepherd is a high-energy herding dog that thrives with an active family. They excel in agility, flyball, and any task that challenges their minds.

Keeshond
785% match

Keeshond

mediumNon-Sporting
Same sizeSimilar energySimilar trainability+4 more

A plush, fox-like spitz breed with distinctive "spectacles" markings around the eyes. Keeshonden are outgoing, affectionate family dogs known for their expressive faces and love of people.

Finnish Spitz
885% match

Finnish Spitz

mediumNon-Sporting
Same sizeSimilar energySimilar trainability+4 more

The national dog of Finland, a fox-like spitz breed famous for its bark-pointing hunting style. Finnish Spitz are lively, friendly dogs with a stunning golden-red coat and an unmistakable yodel-like bark.