Is the Cockalier Better than the Kooikerhondje as a Pet? Answer…

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Cockalier Versus Kooikerhondje: Introduction

Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Cockalier and the Kooikerhondje? Well, you have come to the right place. Because in this article, we will provide you with a detailed comparison of these two dog breeds to help you decide which of the Cockalier and the Kooikerhondje 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 Kooikerhondje.

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Cockalier and the Kooikerhondje 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 Kooikerhondje. The dog breed with the higher Better-Pet score is the `better` pet. We hope that these Better-Pet Scores will provide you with more insight into deciding which pet to get between the Cockalier and the Kooikerhondje.

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 Kooikerhondje.

Cockalier versus Kooikerhondje: Overview

A very important difference between the Cockalier and the Kooikerhondje is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Cockalier is a small-sized dog while the Kooikerhondje is a medium-sized dog.

Furthermore, the Cockalier belongs to the Mixed Breed Dogs group. Mixed Breed Dogs are not purebred dogs.

On the other hand, the Kooikerhondje belongs to the Sporting Dogs group. Sporting Dogs were bred to help hunters catch and retrieve feathered game. Some sporting dog breeds such as Retrievers, which were built for swimming, were bred to hunt waterfowl in water. Whereas sporting dog breeds like setters, spaniels, and pointing breeds were bred to hunt quail, pheasant, and other game birds nest on grasslands. Many Sporting Group breeds have thick, water-repellent coats that protect them from harsh hunting conditions.

Cockalier versus Kooikerhondje: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Cockalier to the Kooikerhondje 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.

Later in this article, we will further explain each factor as it applies to the Cockalier and the Kooikerhondje

Factor Cockalier Kooikerhondje
Does NOT Drool 5/5 5/5
Weight 10 to 28 pounds 20 to 25 pounds
Height 12 to 15 inches 14 to 16 inches tall at the shoulder
Life Span 12 to 15 years 12 to 14 years
Tolerates Being Alone 2/5 2/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 2/5 4/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 2/5 3/5
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 3/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 4/5 1/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 3/5 2/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 3/5 3/5
Low Prey Drive 3/5 3/5
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 4/5 4/5
Good For Novice Owners 4/5 3/5
Easygoing 2/5 2/5
Dog Friendly 4/5 2/5
Easy To Groom 4/5 2/5
General Health 4/5 5/5
Easy To Train 4/5 1/5
Intelligence 4/5 4/5
NOT Rambunctious 2/5 2/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 2/5 1/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 3/5
Kid-Friendly 5/5 2/5
Potential For Playfulness 5/5 4/5
Average Lifespan 13.5 years 13.0 years
Average Price $1370 No Data
Price Range $938 – $1800 No Data
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests No Data No Data

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 Kooikerhondje. 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 the Cockalier is 89 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Kooikerhondje is 70 out of 125.

Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Cockalier is a better pet than the Kooikerhondje. 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 Kooikerhondje so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Cockalier and the Kooikerhondje

Below is a list of where the Cockalier and the Kooikerhondje are most different:

  • Cockaliers do the things they do with very low vigor. They are not forceful. However, Kooikerhondjes do things with high intensity. They can be very forceful.
  • Cockaliers are very easy to train. However, Kooikerhondjes are not easy to train.
  • Cockaliers get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly. However, Kooikerhondjes do not get along well with kids. They are not kid-friendly.

    • The Similarities Between the Cockalier and the Kooikerhondje

    The Cockalier and the Kooikerhondje are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Cockalier and the Kooikerhondje are most similar:

  • Both the Cockalier and the Kooikerhondje do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the Cockalier and the Kooikerhondje do not like to be left alone.
  • Both the Cockalier and the Kooikerhondje cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.
  • Both the Cockalier and the Kooikerhondje do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
  • Both the Cockalier and the Kooikerhondje are not prone to nip and chew at things.
  • Both the Cockalier and the Kooikerhondje are not very vocal. They have very low tendency to bark and howl.
  • Both the Cockalier and the Kooikerhondje 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 Kooikerhondje adapt well to apartment living.
  • Both the Cockalier and the Kooikerhondje are good for new dog owners.
  • Both the Cockalier and the Kooikerhondje 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 Kooikerhondje are very healthy. They do not suffer from a lot of health problems compared to other dog breeds
  • Both the Cockalier and the Kooikerhondje are highly intelligent.
  • Both the Cockalier and the Kooikerhondje have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
  • Both the Cockalier and the Kooikerhondje require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise.
  • Both the Cockalier and the Kooikerhondje are very playful.

    • Size (Weight and Height) of Cockalier versus Kooikerhondje

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Cockalier and the Kooikerhondje.

    Cockaliers weigh 10 to 28 pounds when fully grown. Cockaliers are 12 to 15 inches when fully grown.

    On the other hand, Kooikerhondjes weigh 20 to 25 pounds when fully grown. Kooikerhondjes are 14 to 16 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    Lifespan of Cockalier versus Kooikerhondje

    The lifespan of Cockaliers is between 12 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Cockaliers is 13.5 years.

    The lifespan of Kooikerhondjes is between 12 to 14 years. The average lifespan of Kooikerhondjes is 13.0 years.

    Cockaliers live longer than Kooikerhondjes.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Cockalier versus Kooikerhondje

    Cockaliers do not like to be left alone.

    Kooikerhondjes do not like to be left alone.

    Do Cockaliers shed more than Kooikerhondjes?

    Cockaliers do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.

    Kooikerhondjes shed moderately.

    Which one drools more, the Cockalier or the Kooikerhondje

    Cockaliers do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Kooikerhondjes do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Cockalier or the Kooikerhondje?

    Cockaliers are very easy to groom.

    Kooikerhondjes require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.

    Does the Cockalier Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Kooikerhondje?

    Cockaliers have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.

    Kooikerhondjes have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.

    Do Cockaliers Bark and Howl? What about Kooikerhondjes?

    Cockaliers are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.

    Kooikerhondjes bark and howl, but not very much.

    Can Cockaliers Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Kooikerhondjes Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Cockaliers cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.

    Kooikerhondjes can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: Cockalier vs. Kooikerhondje

    Cockaliers do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.

    Kooikerhondjes have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.

    Can Cockaliers Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Kooikerhondjes Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Cockaliers cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.

    Kooikerhondjes can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Cockalier or the Kooikerhondje?

    Cockaliers get along very well with other dogs.

    Kooikerhondjes do not get along well with other dogs.

    Are Cockaliers good family dogs? What about Kooikerhondjes?

    Cockaliers are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    Kooikerhondjes are good family dogs. They are affectionate with family.

    How Kid-friendly are Cockaliers and Kooikerhondjes?

    Cockaliers get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Kooikerhondjes do not get along well with kids. They are not kid-friendly.

    Is the Cockalier Easier to Train than the Kooikerhondje?

    Cockaliers are very easy to train.

    Kooikerhondjes are not easy to train.

    Is the Cockalier Better for Apartment Owners than the Kooikerhondje?

    Cockaliers adapt very well to apartment living.

    Kooikerhondjes adapt very well to apartment living.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Cockalier or the Kooikerhondje?

    Cockaliers are very good for new dog owners.

    Kooikerhondjes are OK for new dog owners.

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

    • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Kooikerhondje

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Kooikerhondje 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 Kooikerhondje:

  • Lakeland Terrier (75 percent match with Kooikerhondje). Here is our comparison of the Cockalier vs Lakeland Terrier.
  • Lhasapoo (75 percent match with Kooikerhondje). Here is our comparison of the Cockalier vs Lhasapoo.

    • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

    You may also be interested in how the Cockalier and how the Kooikerhondje compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Cockalier and of the Kooikerhondje to other breeds:

    Cockalier Versus Other Dog Breeds

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    Kooikerhondje Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Kooikerhondje versus Irish Setter     Kooikerhondje versus Caucasian Shepherd Dog     Kooikerhondje versus Affenpinscher     Kooikerhondje versus Cairn Terrier     Kooikerhondje versus Peek A Poo     Kooikerhondje versus Westiepoo     Kooikerhondje versus Tibetan Spaniel     Kooikerhondje versus Cockalier     Kooikerhondje versus Australian Terrier     Kooikerhondje versus Rhodesian Ridgeback     Kooikerhondje versus Papillon     Kooikerhondje versus Karelian Bear Dog     Kooikerhondje versus Mountain Cur     Kooikerhondje versus Korean Jindo Dog     Kooikerhondje versus Basenji     Kooikerhondje versus Whippet     Kooikerhondje versus Alaskan Malamute     Kooikerhondje versus Berger Picard     Kooikerhondje versus Black and Tan Coonhound     Kooikerhondje versus Central Asian Shepherd Dog     Kooikerhondje versus Norwegian Lundehund     Kooikerhondje versus Bernese Mountain Dog     Kooikerhondje versus Staffordshire Bull Terrier     Kooikerhondje versus Shiranian     Kooikerhondje versus German Longhaired Pointer     

    Conclusion: Cockalier versus Kooikerhondje. 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 Kooikerhondje better suits you and your family.