A Detailed Comparison of the Cockalier and the French Bulldog.

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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
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
  • Autoimmune Thyroiditis
  • Cardiac Evaluation
  • Elbow Dysplasia
  • Eye Examination- Annual recertification recommended
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • Patellar Luxation
  • Tracheal Hypoplasia
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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:

  • Both the Cockalier and the French Bulldog do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the Cockalier and the French Bulldog do not like to be left alone.
  • Both the Cockalier and the French Bulldog cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
  • Both the Cockalier and the French Bulldog cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.
  • Both the Cockalier and the French Bulldog do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
  • Both the Cockalier and the French Bulldog are not prone to nip and chew at things.
  • Both the Cockalier and the French Bulldog are not very vocal. They have very low tendency to bark and howl.
  • Both the Cockalier and the French Bulldog do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
  • Both the Cockalier and the French Bulldog adapt well to apartment living.
  • Both the Cockalier and the French Bulldog are good for new dog owners.
  • Both the Cockalier and the French Bulldog are easily disturbed by noise in their environments. They are sensitive to human tone. They will understand the tone of your voice when you try to correct their behaviors with a firm tone.
  • Both the Cockalier and the French Bulldog get along well with other dogs.
  • Both the Cockalier and the French Bulldog are very easy to groom.
  • Both the Cockalier and the French Bulldog are very easy to train.
  • Both the Cockalier and the French Bulldog are highly intelligent.
  • Both the Cockalier and the French Bulldog have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
  • Both the Cockalier and the French Bulldog are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Cockalier and the French Bulldog get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
  • Both the Cockalier and the French Bulldog are very playful.

    • 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
    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 Cockaliers. The typical price range is shaded Green.

    A breakdown of the prices of French Bulldogs

    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:

  • Cavalier King Charles Spaniel (81 percent match with Cockalier). Here is our comparison of the French Bulldog vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel.
  • Cavapoo (80 percent match with Cockalier). Here is our comparison of the French Bulldog vs Cavapoo.
  • Shichon (83 percent match with Cockalier). Here is our comparison of the French Bulldog vs Shichon.
  • Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier (81 percent match with Cockalier). Here is our comparison of the French Bulldog vs Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier.

    • 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:

  • Cavalier King Charles Spaniel (75 percent match with French Bulldog). Here is our comparison of the Cockalier vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel.
  • Beaglier (74 percent match with French Bulldog). Here is our comparison of the Cockalier vs Beaglier.
  • Chihuahua (74 percent match with French Bulldog). Here is our comparison of the Cockalier vs Chihuahua.
  • Pug (83 percent match with French Bulldog). Here is our comparison of the Cockalier vs Pug.

    • 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.