Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Cockalier Versus French Bulldog: Introduction
- Cockalier versus French Bulldog: Overview
- Cockalier versus French Bulldog: Comparison Table
- The Similarities Between the Cockalier and the French Bulldog
- Size (Weight and Height) of Cockalier versus French Bulldog
- Price of Cockalier versus Price of French Bulldog
- Which one drools more, the Cockalier or the French Bulldog
- Tolerates Being Alone: Cockalier versus French Bulldog
- Can Cockaliers Tolerate Cold Weather? And can French Bulldogs Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Can Cockaliers Tolerate Hot Weather? Can French Bulldogs Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Do Cockaliers shed more than French Bulldogs?
- Do Cockaliers Bark and Howl? What about French Bulldogs?
- Wanderlust Potential: Cockalier vs. French Bulldog
- Does the Cockalier Have a Higher Prey Drive than the French Bulldog?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Cockalier or the French Bulldog?
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Cockalier or the French Bulldog?
- Is the Cockalier Easier to Train than the French Bulldog?
- Are Cockaliers good family dogs? What about French Bulldogs?
- How Kid-friendly are Cockaliers and French Bulldogs?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Cockalier
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the French Bulldog
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Cockalier versus French Bulldog. Which One is a Better Pet?
Cockalier Versus French Bulldog: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Cockalier and the French Bulldog? Well, you have come to the right place. In this article, we will provide you a detailed comparison of these two dog breeds to help you decide which of the Cockalier and the French Bulldog better suits you.
We will provide you a detailed discussion and comparison of dog attributes such as intelligence, price, general health, friendliness, etc, for both the Cockalier and the French Bulldog.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Cockalier and the French Bulldog is better suited for new dog owners, for owners with kids, for owners that live in apartments, for owners with dog allergies, etc.
Importantly, we did some analysis and calculation and we obtained a number that we call the Better-Pet Score™ for both the Cockalier and for the French Bulldog. The dog breed with the higher Better-Pet score is the `better` pet. We hope that these Better-Pet Scores will provide you more insight into deciding which pet to get between the Cockalier and the French Bulldog.
Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the Cockalier or the French Bulldog
Cockalier versus French Bulldog: Overview
Both the Cockalier and the French Bulldog are similar in size. The Cockalier and the French Bulldog are both small-sized dogs.
Furthermore, the Cockalier belongs to the Mixed Breed Dogs group. Mixed Breed Dogs are not purebred dogs.
On the other hand, the French Bulldog belongs to the Companion Dogs group. Companion Dogs were bred to be companions for humans. Their main goal in life is to be with people, and they will be very sad if left to themselves for long hours day after day.
Cockalier versus French Bulldog: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Cockalier to the French Bulldog based on different important factors such as Price, Health, Kid-friendliness, etc.
When a dog breed scores higher for a factor than the other dog breed, the box of the breed that scores higher is shaded green and the box of the breed that scores lower is shaded red. When there is no difference between the breeds for a particular factor then the box is shaded gray for both pets. Also, when the factor is not important in picking a pet, or when the factor cannot be compared between two pets, the box for the factor is shaded gray for both pets
Most of the factors in the table for each dog breed are ranked on a scale of 1 to 5. “1” means “worst”, and “5” means “best”.
However, some factors such as “Price”, “Average Lifespan”, etc. cannot be on a scale of 1 to 5, so they are not on a scale of 1 to 5 in the comparison table.
Factor | Cockalier | French Bulldog |
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Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 5/5 |
Weight | 10 to 28 pounds | 16 to 28 pounds |
Height | 12 to 15 inches | 11 to 12 inches tall at the shoulder |
Life Span | 12 to 15 years | 11 to 14 years |
Tolerates Being Alone | 2/5 | 1/5 |
Tolerates Cold Weather | 2/5 | 2/5 |
Tolerates Hot Weather | 2/5 | 1/5 |
Does NOT Shed | 4/5 | 3/5 |
Does NOT chew on things | 4/5 | 3/5 |
Does NOT Bark or Howl | 4/5 | 3/5 |
Tendency NOT to Wander | 4/5 | 4/5 |
Calmness/ Low Vigor | 4/5 | 2/5 |
Friendly Toward Strangers | 3/5 | 4/5 |
Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 3/5 | 2/5 |
Low Prey Drive | 3/5 | 4/5 |
Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 4/5 | 5/5 |
Good For Novice Owners | 4/5 | 5/5 |
Easygoing | 2/5 | 3/5 |
Dog Friendly | 4/5 | 4/5 |
Easy To Groom | 4/5 | 5/5 |
General Health | 4/5 | 2/5 |
Easy To Train | 4/5 | 4/5 |
Intelligence | 4/5 | 3/5 |
NOT Rambunctious | 2/5 | 3/5 |
Minimal Exercise Needs | 2/5 | 4/5 |
Affectionate With Family | 5/5 | 5/5 |
Kid-Friendly | 5/5 | 4/5 |
Potential For Playfulness | 5/5 | 5/5 |
Average Lifespan | 13.5 years | 12.5 years |
Average Price | $1370 | $4610 |
Price Range | $938 – $1800 | $3100 – $5000 |
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests | No Data |
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*Data from dogtime.com, OFA.org (The Orthopedic Foundation for Animals), petcalculator.com, wikipedia.org, ATTS.org (the American Temperament Test Society)
Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Cockalier in the table (that is, `Ease of Grooming` score + `General Health` score + `Calmness` score + …etc) and we compared it to the corresponding total score for the French Bulldog. We call these total scores the Better-Pet Scores, as we mentioned earlier. We called this score the Better-Pet score because the better dog breed will have a higher score. This is because the pet will the higher score will have minimal needs and be easier to have as a pet.
The Better-Pet score for a Cockalier is 89 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for a French Bulldog is 86 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Cockalier is a better pet than the French Bulldog. So, you should get the Cockalier!
Although we have done our best to analyze these two dog breeds in a very unbiased way, however, we will like to let you know that there are some dog attributes that cannot be assigned a number for comparison. We cannot put a number on how cute a dog breed is, for example. Beauty is in the eye of the beholder.
Also, the dog breed that best suits you will depend on your peculiar lifestyle, your taste, and your priorities, which we do not know. So, for you to decide on which breed is right for you, read through the rest of the article to further understand both the Cockalier and the French Bulldog so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.
The Similarities Between the Cockalier and the French Bulldog
The Cockalier and the French Bulldog are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Cockalier and the French Bulldog are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Cockalier versus French Bulldog
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Cockalier and the French Bulldog.
Cockaliers weigh 10 to 28 pounds when fully grown. Cockaliers are 12 to 15 inches when fully grown.
On the other hand, French Bulldogs weigh 16 to 28 pounds when fully grown. French Bulldogs are 11 to 12 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.
Price of Cockalier versus Price of French Bulldog
The average price of the Cockalier puppy is $1370. The price of the Cockalier typically ranges from $938 – $1800. However, the price of a Cockalier can be as low as $600 and as high as $2500. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 87 Cockalier puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The average price of the French Bulldog puppy is $4610. The price of the French Bulldog typically ranges from $3100 – $5000. However, the price of a French Bulldog can be as low as $123 and as high as $40000. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 2308 French Bulldog puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The French Bulldog is more expensive than the Cockalier.
Cockalier | French Bulldog | |
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Average Price | $1370 | $4610 |
Price Range | $938 to $1800 | $3100 to $5000 |
The charts below show the price distribution for the Cockalier and French Bulldog. For different price points, the charts show how many Cockalier puppies or how many French Bulldog puppies are listed for sale at those price points.
A breakdown of the prices of Cockaliers. The typical price range is shaded Green.
A breakdown of the prices of French Bulldogs
Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Cockalier puppy or the French Bulldog puppy. This includes if health screening tests have been performed on the puppy, if the puppy is from a famous pedigree, the US State where the puppy is bred, etc.
Nevertheless, when looking from a puppy, look at buying a puppy only from well-established breeders that breed puppies primarily for the love of dogs, and secondarily for profit. Do not buy a puppy from one of those puppy mills that mass-produce puppies in bad living conditions for maximum profit.
You may also consider adopting a dog instead of buying a dog.
Which one drools more, the Cockalier or the French Bulldog
Cockaliers do have a very low tendency to drool.
French Bulldogs do have a very low tendency to drool.
Tolerates Being Alone: Cockalier versus French Bulldog
Cockaliers do not like to be left alone.
French Bulldogs do not like to be left alone.
Can Cockaliers Tolerate Cold Weather? And can French Bulldogs Tolerate Cold Weather?
Cockaliers cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
French Bulldogs cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
Can Cockaliers Tolerate Hot Weather? Can French Bulldogs Tolerate Hot Weather?
Cockaliers cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.
French Bulldogs cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.
Do Cockaliers shed more than French Bulldogs?
Cockaliers do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
French Bulldogs shed moderately.
Do Cockaliers Bark and Howl? What about French Bulldogs?
Cockaliers are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
French Bulldogs bark and howl, but not very much.
Wanderlust Potential: Cockalier vs. French Bulldog
Cockaliers do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
French Bulldogs do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
Does the Cockalier Have a Higher Prey Drive than the French Bulldog?
Cockaliers have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.
French Bulldogs have a very low prey drive. This means they get won`t chase after smaller pets. They tend to get along well with other pets.
Is the Cockalier Better for Apartment Owners than the French Bulldog?
Cockaliers adapt very well to apartment living.
French Bulldogs adapt very well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Cockalier or the French Bulldog?
Cockaliers are very good for new dog owners.
French Bulldogs are very good for new dog owners.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Cockalier or the French Bulldog?
Cockaliers get along very well with other dogs.
French Bulldogs get along very well with other dogs.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Cockalier or the French Bulldog?
Cockaliers are very easy to groom.
French Bulldogs are very easy to groom.
Is the Cockalier Easier to Train than the French Bulldog?
Cockaliers are very easy to train.
French Bulldogs are very easy to train.
Are Cockaliers good family dogs? What about French Bulldogs?
Cockaliers are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
French Bulldogs are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
How Kid-friendly are Cockaliers and French Bulldogs?
Cockaliers get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
French Bulldogs get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Cockalier
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Cockalier that you can consider on your quest to get the best pet.
We crunched the numbers and found that the following dog breeds have similar personality and temperament as the Cockalier:
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the French Bulldog
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the French Bulldog that you can consider on your quest to get the best pet.
We crunched the numbers and found that the following dog breeds have similar personality and temperament as the French Bulldog:
Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
You may also be interested in how the Cockalier and how the French Bulldog compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Cockalier and of the French Bulldog to other breeds:
Cockalier Versus Other Dog Breeds
Cockalier versus Basset Fauve de Bretagne Cockalier versus Chorkie Cockalier versus Pyredoodle Cockalier versus Tibetan Mastiff Cockalier versus Skye Terrier Cockalier versus American Staffordshire Terrier Cockalier versus Briard Cockalier versus Doberman Pinscher Cockalier versus Finnish Spitz Cockalier versus Chihuahua
French Bulldog Versus Other Dog Breeds
French Bulldog versus Puggle French Bulldog versus Scottish Deerhound French Bulldog versus Lhasa Apso French Bulldog versus Italian Greyhound French Bulldog versus Doberman Pinscher French Bulldog versus American Water Spaniel French Bulldog versus Miniature Schnauzer French Bulldog versus Canaan Dog French Bulldog versus Westiepoo French Bulldog versus Afador
Conclusion: Cockalier versus French Bulldog. Which One is a Better Pet?
In summary, there is nothing like a better dog breed or a worse dog breed. The important question to ask is which dog breed better matches your interests and lifestyle. We hope our discussion above will help you in deciding which dog breed between the Cockalier and the French Bulldog better suits you and your family.