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- Cockapoo Versus English Toy Spaniel: Introduction
- Cockapoo versus English Toy Spaniel: Overview
- Cockapoo versus English Toy Spaniel: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Cockapoo and the English Toy Spaniel
- The Similarities Between the Cockapoo and the English Toy Spaniel
- Size (Weight and Height) of Cockapoo versus English Toy Spaniel
- Price of Cockapoo versus Price of English Toy Spaniel
- Do Cockapoos shed more than English Toy Spaniels?
- Which one drools more, the Cockapoo or the English Toy Spaniel
- Do Cockapoos Bark and Howl? What about English Toy Spaniels?
- Tolerates Being Alone: Cockapoo versus English Toy Spaniel
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Cockapoo or the English Toy Spaniel?
- Does the Cockapoo Have a Higher Prey Drive than the English Toy Spaniel?
- Wanderlust Potential: Cockapoo vs. English Toy Spaniel
- Can Cockapoos Tolerate Cold Weather? And can English Toy Spaniels Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Can Cockapoos Tolerate Hot Weather? Can English Toy Spaniels Tolerate Hot Weather?
- How Kid-friendly are Cockapoos and English Toy Spaniels?
- Is the Cockapoo Easier to Train than the English Toy Spaniel?
- Are Cockapoos good family dogs? What about English Toy Spaniels?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Cockapoo or the English Toy Spaniel?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Cockapoo
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the English Toy Spaniel
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Cockapoo versus English Toy Spaniel. Which One is a Better Pet?
Cockapoo Versus English Toy Spaniel: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Cockapoo and the English Toy Spaniel? 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 Cockapoo and the English Toy Spaniel 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 Cockapoo and the English Toy Spaniel.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Cockapoo and the English Toy Spaniel 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 Cockapoo and for the English Toy Spaniel. 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 Cockapoo and the English Toy Spaniel.
Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the Cockapoo or the English Toy Spaniel
Cockapoo versus English Toy Spaniel: Overview
Both the Cockapoo and the English Toy Spaniel are similar in size. The Cockapoo and the English Toy Spaniel are both small-sized dogs.
Furthermore, the Cockapoo belongs to the Hybrid Dogs group. Hybrid Dogs are the offsprings of 2 or more known, but different, dog breeds..
On the other hand, the English Toy Spaniel 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.
Cockapoo versus English Toy Spaniel: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Cockapoo to the English Toy Spaniel 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 | Cockapoo | English Toy Spaniel |
|---|---|---|
| Does NOT Shed | 5/5 | 1/5 |
| Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Life Span | 12 to 15 years | 10 to 12 years |
| General Health | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Tolerates Being Alone | 3/5 | 1/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Easygoing | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 4/5 | 1/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Easy To Train | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Intelligence | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Good For Novice Owners | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Height | From under 10 to over 15 inches tall at the should | 10 to 11 inches tall at the shoulder |
| Weight | From under 6 to over 19 pounds | 8 to 14 pounds |
| Average Lifespan | 13.5 years | 11.0 years |
| Average Price | $1980 | $2350 |
| Price Range | $1500 – $2400 | $2250 – $2525 |
| 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 Cockapoo 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 English Toy Spaniel. 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 Cockapoo is 94 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for a English Toy Spaniel is 74 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Cockapoo is a better pet than the English Toy Spaniel. So, you should get the Cockapoo!
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 Cockapoo and the English Toy Spaniel so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.
The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Cockapoo and the English Toy Spaniel
Below is a list of where the Cockapoo and the English Toy Spaniel are most different:
The Similarities Between the Cockapoo and the English Toy Spaniel
The Cockapoo and the English Toy Spaniel are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Cockapoo and the English Toy Spaniel are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Cockapoo versus English Toy Spaniel
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Cockapoo and the English Toy Spaniel.
Cockapoos weigh From under 6 to over 19 pounds when fully grown. Cockapoos are From under 10 to over 15 inches tall at the should when fully grown.
On the other hand, English Toy Spaniels weigh 8 to 14 pounds when fully grown. English Toy Spaniels are 10 to 11 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.
Price of Cockapoo versus Price of English Toy Spaniel
The average price of the Cockapoo puppy is $1980. The price of the Cockapoo typically ranges from $1500 – $2400. However, the price of a Cockapoo can be as low as $750 and as high as $8500. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 873 Cockapoo puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The average price of the English Toy Spaniel puppy is $2350. The price of the English Toy Spaniel typically ranges from $2250 – $2525. However, the price of a English Toy Spaniel can be as low as $2000 and as high as $2550. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 3 English Toy Spaniel puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The English Toy Spaniel is more expensive than the Cockapoo.
| Cockapoo | English Toy Spaniel | |
|---|---|---|
| Average Price | $1980 | $2350 |
| Price Range | $1500 to $2400 | $2250 to $2525 |
The charts below show the price distribution for the Cockapoo and English Toy Spaniel. For different price points, the charts show how many Cockapoo puppies or how many English Toy Spaniel puppies are listed for sale at those price points.
A breakdown of the prices of Cockapoos. The typical price range is shaded Green.
A breakdown of the prices of English Toy Spaniels
Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Cockapoo puppy or the English Toy Spaniel 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.
Do Cockapoos shed more than English Toy Spaniels?
Cockapoos do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
English Toy Spaniels shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
Which one drools more, the Cockapoo or the English Toy Spaniel
Cockapoos do have a very low tendency to drool.
English Toy Spaniels do have a very low tendency to drool.
Do Cockapoos Bark and Howl? What about English Toy Spaniels?
Cockapoos are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
English Toy Spaniels bark and howl, but not very much.
Tolerates Being Alone: Cockapoo versus English Toy Spaniel
Cockapoos can be left alone only for a short time.
English Toy Spaniels do not like to be left alone.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Cockapoo or the English Toy Spaniel?
Cockapoos are moderately easy to groom.
English Toy Spaniels are very easy to groom.
Does the Cockapoo Have a Higher Prey Drive than the English Toy Spaniel?
Cockapoos have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.
English Toy Spaniels have a high prey drive. They have the tendency to chase after smaller animals and pets. They do not get along well with other pets.
Wanderlust Potential: Cockapoo vs. English Toy Spaniel
Cockapoos have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.
English Toy Spaniels do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
Is the Cockapoo Better for Apartment Owners than the English Toy Spaniel?
Cockapoos adapt very well to apartment living.
English Toy Spaniels adapt very well to apartment living.
Can Cockapoos Tolerate Cold Weather? And can English Toy Spaniels Tolerate Cold Weather?
Cockapoos can very well tolerate cold weather.
English Toy Spaniels cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
Can Cockapoos Tolerate Hot Weather? Can English Toy Spaniels Tolerate Hot Weather?
Cockapoos can tolerate hot weather.
English Toy Spaniels cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.
How Kid-friendly are Cockapoos and English Toy Spaniels?
Cockapoos get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
English Toy Spaniels do not get along well with kids. They are not kid-friendly.
Is the Cockapoo Easier to Train than the English Toy Spaniel?
Cockapoos are very easy to train.
English Toy Spaniels are fairly easy to train.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Cockapoo or the English Toy Spaniel?
Cockapoos are very good for new dog owners.
English Toy Spaniels are very good for new dog owners.
Are Cockapoos good family dogs? What about English Toy Spaniels?
Cockapoos are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
English Toy Spaniels are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Cockapoo or the English Toy Spaniel?
Cockapoos get along very well with other dogs.
English Toy Spaniels get along very well with other dogs.
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Cockapoo
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Cockapoo 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 Cockapoo:
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the English Toy Spaniel
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the English Toy Spaniel 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 English Toy Spaniel:
Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
You may also be interested in how the Cockapoo and how the English Toy Spaniel compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Cockapoo and of the English Toy Spaniel to other breeds:
Cockapoo Versus Other Dog Breeds
Cockapoo versus Clumber Spaniel Cockapoo versus Fila Brasileiro Cockapoo versus Black and Tan Coonhound Cockapoo versus Frenchton Cockapoo versus Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen Cockapoo versus Treeing Walker Coonhound Cockapoo versus Estrela Mountain Dog Cockapoo versus English Cocker Spaniel Cockapoo versus Miniature Pinscher Cockapoo versus Polish Lowland Sheepdog
English Toy Spaniel Versus Other Dog Breeds
English Toy Spaniel versus Cairn Terrier English Toy Spaniel versus Tibetan Mastiff English Toy Spaniel versus Border Collie English Toy Spaniel versus Spinone Italiano English Toy Spaniel versus Giant Schnauzer English Toy Spaniel versus Golden Cocker Retriever English Toy Spaniel versus Akita English Toy Spaniel versus Cockapoo English Toy Spaniel versus Australian Shepherd English Toy Spaniel versus Chinook
Conclusion: Cockapoo versus English Toy Spaniel. 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 Cockapoo and the English Toy Spaniel better suits you and your family.