Differences and Similarities between the Cocker Spaniel and the Siberian Husky.

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Cocker Spaniel Versus Siberian Husky: Introduction

Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Cocker Spaniel and the Siberian Husky? 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 Cocker Spaniel and the Siberian Husky 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 Cocker Spaniel and the Siberian Husky.

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Cocker Spaniel and the Siberian Husky 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 Cocker Spaniel and for the Siberian Husky. 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 Cocker Spaniel and the Siberian Husky.

Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the Cocker Spaniel or the Siberian Husky.

Cocker Spaniel versus Siberian Husky

Cocker Spaniel versus Siberian Husky: Overview

A very important difference between the Cocker Spaniel and the Siberian Husky is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Cocker Spaniel is a small-sized dog while the Siberian Husky is a medium-sized dog.

Furthermore, the Cocker Spaniel 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.

On the other hand, the Siberian Husky belongs to the Working Dogs group. Working Dogs were developed to assist humans in some capacity – including pulling sleds and carts, guarding flocks, guarding homes, and protecting their families. Breeds in the Working Group are known for their imposing stature, strength, intelligence, and fearless. Because of their size and strength, working dogs require a structured home life and firm, fair, consistent training by someone who can provide leadership without resorting to anger or physical force.

Cocker Spaniel versus Siberian Husky: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Cocker Spaniel to the Siberian Husky 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 Cocker Spaniel and the Siberian Husky

Factor Cocker Spaniel Siberian Husky
Tolerates Being Alone 1/5 1/5
Does NOT Drool 5/5 3/5
Easy To Groom 1/5 2/5
Height 1 foot, 2 inches to 1 foot, 3 inches tall at the s 20 to 23 inches tall at the shoulder
Life Span 12 to 15 years 12 to 15 years
Calmness/ Low Vigor 4/5 3/5
Weight 24 to 28 pounds 35 to 60 pounds
Good For Novice Owners 3/5 1/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 3/5 3/5
Kid-Friendly 3/5 5/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 3/5 5/5
Does NOT Shed 3/5 2/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 3/5 1/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 3/5 1/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 4/5 5/5
Dog Friendly 4/5 5/5
General Health 4/5 4/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 2/5 4/5
Intelligence 4/5 3/5
Does NOT chew on things 2/5 2/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 2/5 1/5
NOT Rambunctious 2/5 1/5
Potential For Playfulness 4/5 5/5
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 5/5 2/5
Easygoing 1/5 2/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 5/5
Easy To Train 5/5 2/5
Low Prey Drive 1/5 3/5
Average Lifespan 13.5 years 13.5 years
Average Price $1760 $1080
Price Range $1200 – $2000 $700 – $1250
Temperament Score 82.0 percent 86.8 percent
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests
  • Eye Examination
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • Eye Examination- min age 12 months
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • Popularity out of 200 Dog Breeds 29 13
    Intelligence Rank (out of 130 Dog Breeds) 20 45

    Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Cocker Spaniel 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 Siberian Husky. 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 Cocker Spaniel is 77 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Siberian Husky is 71 out of 125.

    Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Cocker Spaniel is a better pet than the Siberian Husky. So, you should get the Cocker Spaniel!

    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 Cocker Spaniel and the Siberian Husky so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

    Cocker Spaniel versus Siberian Husky

    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Cocker Spaniel and the Siberian Husky

    Below is a list of where the Cocker Spaniel and the Siberian Husky are most different:

  • Cocker Spaniels adapt well to apartment living. However, Siberian Huskys do not adapt well to apartment living.
  • Cocker Spaniels are very easy to train. However, Siberian Huskys are not easy to train.
  • The Similarities Between the Cocker Spaniel and the Siberian Husky

    The Cocker Spaniel and the Siberian Husky are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Cocker Spaniel and the Siberian Husky are most similar:

  • Both the Cocker Spaniel and the Siberian Husky do not like to be left alone.
  • Both the Cocker Spaniel and the Siberian Husky require a lot of grooming and are not very easy to groom.
  • Both the Cocker Spaniel and the Siberian Husky do the things they do with very low vigor. They are not forceful.
  • Both the Cocker Spaniel and the Siberian Husky can tolerate cold weather.
  • Both the Cocker Spaniel and the Siberian Husky get along well with other dogs.
  • Both the Cocker Spaniel and the Siberian Husky are very healthy. They do not suffer from a lot of health problems compared to other dog breeds
  • Both the Cocker Spaniel and the Siberian Husky are highly intelligent.
  • Both the Cocker Spaniel and the Siberian Husky are prone to nip and chew at things.
  • Both the Cocker Spaniel and the Siberian Husky have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
  • Both the Cocker Spaniel and the Siberian Husky have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
  • Both the Cocker Spaniel and the Siberian Husky are very playful.
  • Both the Cocker Spaniel and the Siberian Husky 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 Cocker Spaniel and the Siberian Husky are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Size (Weight and Height) of Cocker Spaniel versus Siberian Husky

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Cocker Spaniel and the Siberian Husky.

    Cocker Spaniels weigh 24 to 28 pounds when fully grown. Cocker Spaniels are 1 foot, 2 inches to 1 foot, 3 inches tall at the s when fully grown.

    On the other hand, Siberian Huskys weigh 35 to 60 pounds when fully grown. Siberian Huskys are 20 to 23 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    Lifespan of Cocker Spaniel versus Siberian Husky

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

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

    Cocker Spaniel versus Siberian Husky

    Temperament of the Siberian Husky Versus the Cocker Spaniel

    The Siberian Husky has a better temperament than the Cocker Spaniel.

    This is because the temperament score for the Siberian Husky is 86.8 percent while the temperament score for the Cocker Spaniel is 82.0 percent, according to the American Temperament Test Society (ATTS).

    The American Temperament Test Society (ATTS) is a non-profit organization whose mission is to provide fair and objective evaluations of the temperaments of dog breeds.

    Dog breeds with low temperament scores tend to show unprovoked aggression, they easily panic without quickly recovering from the panic, and they tend to avoid people. However, dog breeds with high temperament scores are not aggressive and are not shy. Also, these dogs are generally friendly and are protective of their owners.

    The average temperament score across all dog breeds (over 250 breeds) is 83.7 percent.

    With its temperament score of 82.0 percent, the Cocker Spaniel has a below-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.

    With its temperament score of 86.8 percent, the Siberian Husky has an above-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.

    The ATTS obtained the temperament scores of the Cocker Spaniel and the Siberian Husky by measuring the temperaments of 233 Cocker Spaniels and 310 Siberian Huskys.

    Price of Cocker Spaniel versus Price of Siberian Husky

    The average price of the Cocker Spaniel puppy is $1760. The price of the Cocker Spaniel typically ranges from $1200 – $2000. However, the price of a Cocker Spaniel can be as low as $700 and as high as $4125. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 297 Cocker Spaniel puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The average price of the Siberian Husky puppy is $1080. The price of the Siberian Husky typically ranges from $700 – $1250. However, the price of the Siberian Husky can be as low as $100 and as high as $5000. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 1036 Siberian Husky puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The Cocker Spaniel is more expensive than the Siberian Husky.

    Cocker Spaniel Siberian Husky
    Average Price $1760 $1080
    Price Range $1200 to $2000 $700 to $1250

    The charts below show the price distribution for the Cocker Spaniel and Siberian Husky. For different price points, the charts show how many Cocker Spaniel puppies or how many Siberian Husky puppies are listed for sale at those price points.

    A breakdown of the prices of Cocker Spaniels. The typical price range is shaded Green.

    A breakdown of the prices of Cocker Spaniels. The typical price range is shaded Green.

    A breakdown of the prices of Siberian Huskys

    A breakdown of the prices of Siberian Huskys

    Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Cocker Spaniel puppy or the Siberian Husky 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 to buy 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 a puppy mill. Puppy mills mass-produce puppies in bad living conditions for maximum profit.

    You may also consider adopting a dog instead of buying a dog.

    Cocker Spaniel versus Siberian Husky

    Adopting the Cocker Spaniel versus Adopting the Siberian Husky

    You may consider adopting a dog instead of buying a puppy. Many Cocker Spaniels and many Siberian Huskys are currently available for adoption.

    These adorable and cute dogs are waiting in dog shelters hoping that someday someone will rescue them. Furthermore, adoption costs are lesser than the cost of a new puppy. Dog adoption costs are usually around $300. In addition to your local dog shelter, a good place online to see dogs that are available for adoption is petfinder.com.

    Below is an adorable Male Cocker Spaniel named Whiskey that is currently available for adoption on Petfinder.com. You can find other lovely adoptable Cocker Spaniels like Whiskey on pefinder.com.

    Also, like Cocker Spaniels, Siberian Huskys are also available for adoption. For example, Lobito is a Male Siberian Husky that is currently available for adoption on petfinder.com. You can find more Siberian Huskys like Lobito that are up for adoption on petfinder.com.

    The Cocker Spaniel and the Siberian Husky can both be adopted. Images from petfinder.com

    Chester is the name of another Cocker Spaniel (Male) on petfinder.com that is looking for a new home.

    Also, Evergreen is an adorable Male Siberian Husky on petfinder.com that you can adopt.

    Cocker Spaniels and Siberian Huskys are always available for adoption. Images from petfinder.com

    You can find more Cocker Spaniels and Siberian Huskys that are available for adoption on petfinder.

    The Intelligence of the Cocker Spaniel versus the Intelligence of the Siberian Husky

    Cocker Spaniel Siberian Husky
    Intelligence Rank 20 out of 130 dog breeds 45 out of 130 dog breeds
    Trainability Tend To Learn New Commands After 5 To 15 Repetitions Tend To Learn New Commands After 25 To 40 Repetitions

    Professor Stanley Coren, the famous psychology/neuropsychological professor and, dog lover/trainer measured and ranked the intelligence of about 130 different dog breeds.

    According to Prof. Stanley Coren, the total intelligence that a dog demonstrates is the addition of three types of intelligence. These intelligence types are:

  • Instinctive Intelligence: This is the natural intelligence a dog has because of what the dog was bred for. This type of intelligence comes from instinct. For example, dog breeds that were bred for guarding will have high `guarding` instinctive intelligence, while dog breeds that were bred for hunting will what high `hunting` instinctive intelligence. However, you cannot compare the intelligence of dog breeds based on instinctive intelligence because such a comparison will not make sense.
  • Adaptive Intelligence (learning and problem-solving ability): This indicates what a dog can learn to do for himself or herself. It includes learning and benefiting from experience with his environment, solving new problems, and so forth. Adaptive intelligence is specific to each dog, and not breed specific. Thus, two dogs can have remarkably different levels of adaptive intelligence even if they are of the same breed.
  • Working/Obedience Intelligence: This intelligence is the closest to what we might call school-learning ability and it is based upon what the dog can learn to do when instructed by humans. Importantly, different dog breeds have different learning abilities. Also, science has shown that some dog breeds can learn faster than some other breeds. This means certain dog breeds tend to have higher working/obedience intelligence than some other breeds. Dogs with high Working/Obedience Intelligence are smart and easy to train.
  • Prof. Coren showed that the Working/Obedience Intelligence of different dog breeds can be measured reliably. Thus, he was able to rank different dog breeds based on their Working/Obedience Intelligence.

    This is important because according to Prof. Coren, 51 percent of a dog`s intelligence comes from its genes while 49 percent of a dog`s intelligence comes from the dog`s environmental circumstances.

    To rank the intelligence of dog breeds, Prof. Coren employed the help of 208 dog obedience judges in North America to fill out a detailed survey on dog obedience. This number represented more than half of all of these judges in North America at the time. He also employed 63 veterinarians and 14 guard dog experts to collect data on the personality of different dog breeds.

    Prof. Coren found that the Cocker Spaniel has an obedience intelligence rank of 20 out of 130 dog breeds. The Cocker Spaniel belongs to the `Excellent Working Dogs` category. This means that Cocker Spaniels tend to learn new commands after 5 to 15 repetitions.

    The Siberian Husky has an obedience intelligence rank of 45 out of 130 dog breeds. The Siberian Husky belongs to the `Average Working/Obedience Intelligence Dogs` category. This means that Siberian Huskys tend to learn new commands after 25 to 40 repetitions.

    The Cocker Spaniel is more intelligent than the Siberian Husky.

    However, Prof. Coren noted that a dog should not be judged based on its intelligence alone, that other factors such as sociability, adorability, and compatibility with the owner are other very important factors that new dog owners need to consider when deciding on a new dog.

    The Popularity of Cocker Spaniel versus Popularity of Siberian Husky

    Every year, the American Kennel Club (AKC) publishes information on how popular a dog breed is in that particular year. The AKC gets the popularity information of a breed from how many dogs of that breed the owners register with the AKC every year. The AKC collects this data for about 200 dog breeds. The AKC collects this data for purebred dogs only(no mixed or hybrid dogs).

    The graphs and the table below show the popularity of the Cocker Spaniel and the Siberian Husky over the years.

    Based on the AKC popularity data over the years, the Siberian Husky is more popular with dog owners than the Cocker Spaniel. This is because, over the years, the average popularity of the Siberian Husky is 13 out of about 200 dog breeds while the average popularity of the Cocker Spaniel is 29 out of about 200 dog breeds.

    Popularity of Cocker Spaniel

    Popularity of Cocker Spaniel

    Popularity of Siberian Husky

    Popularity of Siberian Husky

    Year Cocker Spaniel Popularity Rank Siberian Husky Popularity Rank
    2013 29 14
    2014 30 13
    2015 30 12
    2016 29 12
    2017 29 12
    2018 30 14
    2019 28 15
    2020 30 16

    Health Problems of Cocker Spaniel versus Health Problems of Siberian Husky

    Every dog breed has its own set of health problems that it has a tendency to develop. There is nothing like a perfect dog breed.

    Both the Cocker Spaniel and the Siberian Husky are prone to certain genetic health conditions. The Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) is the organization that keeps track of health problems in dogs. Based on the extensive records that the OFA keeps, the OFA knows what health problems each dog breed is naturally prone to develop. Hence, the OFA recommends which health screening that breeders should perform on a dog breed to make sure that the breeders won`t breed `defective` dog parents that can pass down defective genes to their puppy offspring.

    The more health problems a dog breed is prone to develop, the more health tests the OFA will recommend for that dog breed.

    Based on our review of OFA records, we found that the Siberian Husky is prone to the same number of genetic health problems as the Cocker Spaniel.

    2 health tests are recommended for Cocker Spaniel while 2 tests are recommended for the Siberian Husky.

    Below is a detailed discussion of health problems in Cocker Spaniels and in Siberian Huskys.

    Cocker Spaniel Health Problems

    Cocker Spaniels are genetically prone to certain health problems. However, breeders can reduce the chances of producing Cocker Spaniel puppies with genetic defects by making sure that a puppy`s parents are free from genetic health problems before allowing the parent to make puppies.

    The OFA provides breeders recommendations on which genetic diseases that breeders should screen their dog parents and puppies for.

    If you want a Cocker Spaniel puppy that will grow up to be healthy, make sure that your Cocker Spaniel breeder screens your puppy or your puppy`s parents for the health problems that the OFA recommends for your puppy`s breed. This will increase the chances that your puppy is free from genetic defects.

    The following are the health tests that Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) recommends that breeders should screen Cocker Spaniels for:

  • Eye Examination
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Cocker Spaniels here.

    Siberian Husky Health Problems

    Siberian Huskys are genetically prone to certain health problems. However, breeders can reduce the chances of producing Siberian Husky puppies with genetic defects by making sure that a puppy`s parents are free from genetic health problems before allowing the parent to make puppies.

    The OFA provides breeders recommendations on which genetic diseases that breeders should screen their dog parents and puppies for.

    If you want a Siberian Husky puppy that will grow up to be healthy, make sure that your Siberian Husky breeder screens your puppy or your puppy`s parents for the health problems that the OFA recommends for your puppy`s breed. This will increase the chances that your puppy is free from genetic defects.

    The following are the health tests that Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) recommends that breeders should screen Siberian Huskys for:

  • Eye Examination- min age 12 months
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Siberian Huskys here.

    More Discussions on Health Problems in Cocker Spaniels and Siberian Huskys

    Based on our analysis of data from the Orthopedic Foundation for Animals, of all known genetic health problems in dogs, the health problem that is most commonly seen in the Cocker Spaniel Breed is Patella problems.

    This is because the Cocker Spaniel ranks 12 out of 145 dog breeds for Patella problems. In fact, in a health test conducted on 1845 Cocker Spaniels, 145 of them had Patella problems.

    The genetic diseases that were found to commonly occur in Cocker Spaniels, and how common these diseases are in Cocker Spaniels relative to other dog breeds, are given below:

  • Patella problems: Rank 12 out of 145 Dog Breeds
  • Thyroid problems: Rank 22 out of 115 Dog Breeds
  • Dentition Database problems: Rank 26 out of 49 Dog Breeds
  • Eyes problems: Rank 28 out of 182 Dog Breeds
  • Elbow problems: Rank 125 out of 144 Dog Breeds
  • Hips problems: Rank 144 out of 198 Dog Breeds
  • Based on our analysis of data from the Orthopedic Foundation for Animals, of all known genetic health problems in dogs, the health problem that is most commonly seen in the Siberian Husky Breed is Dentition Database problems.

    This is because the Siberian Husky ranks 46 out of 49 dog breeds for Dentition Database problems. In fact, in a health test conducted on 131 Siberian Huskys, 1 of them had Dentition Database problems.

    The genetic diseases that were found to commonly occur in Siberian Huskys, and how common these diseases are in Siberian Huskys relative to other dog breeds, are given below:

  • Dentition Database problems: Rank 46 out of 49 Dog Breeds
  • Eyes problems: Rank 62 out of 182 Dog Breeds
  • Thyroid problems: Rank 98 out of 115 Dog Breeds
  • Patella problems: Rank 120 out of 145 Dog Breeds
  • Elbow problems: Rank 135 out of 144 Dog Breeds
  • Hips problems: Rank 188 out of 198 Dog Breeds
  • The table below lists the common health problems in Cocker Spaniel and in Siberian Husky and the rank (prevalence), compared to other dogs, of these health problems in the Cocker Spaniel and the Siberian Husky:

    Disease Cocker Spaniel Rank Siberian Husky Rank
    Patella problems 12 out of 145 dog breeds 120 out of 145 dog breeds
    Thyroid problems 22 out of 115 dog breeds 98 out of 115 dog breeds
    Dentition Database problems 26 out of 49 dog breeds 46 out of 49 dog breeds
    Eyes problems 28 out of 182 dog breeds 62 out of 182 dog breeds
    Elbow problems 125 out of 144 dog breeds 135 out of 144 dog breeds
    Hips problems 144 out of 198 dog breeds 188 out of 198 dog breeds

    *To learn more about each of these diseases, go to OFA.org and search for the disease.

    Again, most of these health problems can be prevented through health screening. Responsible breeders screen male and female dog parents for genetic problems. These breeders will only breed dogs that are free of genetic defects. That way, there is little or no chance that their puppies will grow up to have genetic health problems. Always ask a breeder for the list of health tests the breeder screens their dogs for before buying a puppy from such a breeder.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Cocker Spaniel versus Siberian Husky

    Cocker Spaniels do not like to be left alone.

    Siberian Huskys do not like to be left alone.

    Do Cocker Spaniels shed more than Siberian Huskys?

    Cocker Spaniels shed moderately.

    Siberian Huskys shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.

    Which one drools more, the Cocker Spaniel or the Siberian Husky

    Cocker Spaniels do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Siberian Huskys drool moderately.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Cocker Spaniel or the Siberian Husky?

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

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

    Does the Cocker Spaniel Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Siberian Husky?

    Cocker 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.

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

    Do Cocker Spaniels Bark and Howl? What about Siberian Huskys?

    Cocker Spaniels bark and howl, but not very much.

    Siberian Huskys are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.

    Can Cocker Spaniels Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Siberian Huskys Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Cocker Spaniels can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Siberian Huskys can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: Cocker Spaniel vs. Siberian Husky

    Cocker Spaniels have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.

    Siberian Huskys have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.

    Can Cocker Spaniels Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Siberian Huskys Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Cocker Spaniels can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.

    Siberian Huskys can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Cocker Spaniel or the Siberian Husky?

    Cocker Spaniels get along very well with other dogs.

    Siberian Huskys get along very well with other dogs.

    Are Cocker Spaniels good family dogs? What about Siberian Huskys?

    Cocker Spaniels are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    Siberian Huskys are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    How Kid-friendly are Cocker Spaniels and Siberian Huskys?

    Cocker Spaniels get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.

    Siberian Huskys get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Is the Cocker Spaniel Easier to Train than the Siberian Husky?

    Cocker Spaniels are very easy to train.

    Siberian Huskys are not easy to train.

    Is the Cocker Spaniel Better for Apartment Owners than the Siberian Husky?

    Cocker Spaniels adapt very well to apartment living.

    Siberian Huskys do not adapt well to apartment living.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Cocker Spaniel or the Siberian Husky?

    Cocker Spaniels are OK for new dog owners.

    Siberian Huskys are not the best dogs for new dog owners.

    Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Cocker Spaniel

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

  • Bichon Frise (77 percent match with Cocker Spaniel). Here is our comparison of the Siberian Husky vs Bichon Frise.
  • English Cocker Spaniel (76 percent match with Cocker Spaniel). Here is our comparison of the Siberian Husky vs English Cocker Spaniel.
  • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Siberian Husky

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

  • Samoyed (75 percent match with Siberian Husky). Here is our comparison of the Cocker Spaniel vs Samoyed.
  • Bloodhound (75 percent match with Siberian Husky). Here is our comparison of the Cocker Spaniel vs Bloodhound.
  • Finnish Spitz (78 percent match with Siberian Husky). Here is our comparison of the Cocker Spaniel vs Finnish Spitz.
  • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

    You may also be interested in how the Cocker Spaniel and how the Siberian Husky compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Cocker Spaniel and of the Siberian Husky to other breeds:

    Cocker Spaniel Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Cocker Spaniel versus Pekingese     Cocker Spaniel versus Patterdale Terrier     Cocker Spaniel versus Keeshond     Cocker Spaniel versus Silky Terrier     Cocker Spaniel versus Manchester Terrier     Cocker Spaniel versus Whippet     Cocker Spaniel versus Collie     Cocker Spaniel versus Xoloitzcuintli     Cocker Spaniel versus Leonberger     Cocker Spaniel versus Golden Cocker Retriever     Cocker Spaniel versus Keeshond     Cocker Spaniel versus Chesapeake Bay Retriever     Cocker Spaniel versus Plott     Cocker Spaniel versus Korean Jindo Dog     Cocker Spaniel versus Bergamasco Sheepdog     Cocker Spaniel versus Barbet     Cocker Spaniel versus Borzoi     Cocker Spaniel versus Alaskan Malamute     Cocker Spaniel versus Wirehaired Pointing Griffon     Cocker Spaniel versus Cesky Terrier     Cocker Spaniel versus French Bulldog     Cocker Spaniel versus Anatolian Shepherd Dog     Cocker Spaniel versus Irish Setter     Cocker Spaniel versus King Shepherd     Cocker Spaniel versus Kerry Blue Terrier     

    Siberian Husky Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Siberian Husky versus Estrela Mountain Dog     Siberian Husky versus Kerry Blue Terrier     Siberian Husky versus Samoyed     Siberian Husky versus Akbash     Siberian Husky versus Yorkshire Terrier     Siberian Husky versus Frenchton     Siberian Husky versus Bich Poo     Siberian Husky versus Westiepoo     Siberian Husky versus Cardigan Welsh Corgi     Siberian Husky versus Chorkie     Siberian Husky versus American Bulldog     Siberian Husky versus Azawakh     Siberian Husky versus Australian Kelpie     Siberian Husky versus Beagle     Siberian Husky versus Clumber Spaniel     Siberian Husky versus Cockapoo     Siberian Husky versus Sussex Spaniel     Siberian Husky versus Biewer Terrier     Siberian Husky versus Miniature Pinscher     Siberian Husky versus Border Terrier     Siberian Husky versus Glen of Imaal Terrier     Siberian Husky versus Chinook     Siberian Husky versus Bearded Collie     Siberian Husky versus Pug     Siberian Husky versus Braque du Bourbonnais     

    Conclusion: Cocker Spaniel versus Siberian Husky. 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 Cocker Spaniel and the Siberian Husky better suits you and your family.