Is the Cocker Spaniel Better than the Tibetan Terrier as a Pet? Answer…

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Cocker Spaniel Versus Tibetan Terrier: Introduction

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

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Cocker Spaniel and the Tibetan Terrier 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 Tibetan Terrier. 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 Tibetan Terrier.

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 Tibetan Terrier.

Cocker Spaniel versus Tibetan Terrier

Cocker Spaniel versus Tibetan Terrier: Overview

Both the Cocker Spaniel and the Tibetan Terrier are similar in size. The Cocker Spaniel and the Tibetan Terrier are both small-sized dogs.

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 Tibetan Terrier 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.

Cocker Spaniel versus Tibetan Terrier: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Cocker Spaniel to the Tibetan Terrier 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 Tibetan Terrier

Factor Cocker Spaniel Tibetan Terrier
Tolerates Being Alone 1/5 1/5
Does NOT Drool 5/5 5/5
Easy To Groom 1/5 1/5
Height 1 foot, 2 inches to 1 foot, 3 inches tall at the s 14 to 16 inches tall at the shoulder
Life Span 12 to 15 years 12 to 15 years
Calmness/ Low Vigor 4/5 2/5
Weight 24 to 28 pounds 20 to 24 pounds
Good For Novice Owners 3/5 3/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 3/5 4/5
Kid-Friendly 3/5 5/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 3/5 3/5
Does NOT Shed 3/5 5/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 3/5 2/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 3/5 1/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 4/5 4/5
Dog Friendly 4/5 4/5
General Health 4/5 5/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 2/5 3/5
Intelligence 4/5 4/5
Does NOT chew on things 2/5 4/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 2/5 3/5
NOT Rambunctious 2/5 1/5
Potential For Playfulness 4/5 5/5
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 5/5 5/5
Easygoing 1/5 2/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 5/5
Easy To Train 5/5 4/5
Low Prey Drive 1/5 4/5
Average Lifespan 13.5 years 13.5 years
Average Price $1760 $1930
Price Range $1200 – $2000 $1500 – $2100
Temperament Score 82.0 percent 57.1 percent
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests
  • Eye Examination
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • Autoimmune thyroiditis
  • Congenital Deafness
  • Elbow Dysplasia
  • Eye Examination- Annual recertification REQUIRED
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • NEURONAL CEROID LIPOFUSCINOSIS (NCL)
  • Patellar Luxation
  • Primary Lens Luxation
  • Popularity out of 200 Dog Breeds 29 94
    Intelligence Rank (out of 130 Dog Breeds) 20 62

    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 Tibetan Terrier. 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 Tibetan Terrier is 85 out of 125.

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

    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 Tibetan Terrier so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

    Cocker Spaniel versus Tibetan Terrier

    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Cocker Spaniel and the Tibetan Terrier

    Below is a list of where the Cocker Spaniel and the Tibetan Terrier are most different:

  • Cocker Spaniels have a high prey drive. They do not get along well with other pets. However, Tibetan Terriers have a very low prey drive. This means they get along well with other pets.
  • The Similarities Between the Cocker Spaniel and the Tibetan Terrier

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

  • Both the Cocker Spaniel and the Tibetan Terrier do not like to be left alone.
  • Both the Cocker Spaniel and the Tibetan Terrier do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the Cocker Spaniel and the Tibetan Terrier require a lot of grooming and are not very easy to groom.
  • Both the Cocker Spaniel and the Tibetan Terrier can tolerate cold weather.
  • Both the Cocker Spaniel and the Tibetan Terrier get along well with other dogs.
  • Both the Cocker Spaniel and the Tibetan Terrier are very healthy. They do not suffer from a lot of health problems compared to other dog breeds
  • Both the Cocker Spaniel and the Tibetan Terrier gain weight easily. You need to pay careful attention to what you feed them.
  • Both the Cocker Spaniel and the Tibetan Terrier are highly intelligent.
  • Both the Cocker Spaniel and the Tibetan Terrier have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
  • Both the Cocker Spaniel and the Tibetan Terrier have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
  • Both the Cocker Spaniel and the Tibetan Terrier are very playful.
  • Both the Cocker Spaniel and the Tibetan Terrier adapt well to apartment living.
  • Both the Cocker Spaniel and the Tibetan Terrier 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 Tibetan Terrier are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Cocker Spaniel and the Tibetan Terrier are very easy to train.
  • Size (Weight and Height) of Cocker Spaniel versus Tibetan Terrier

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Cocker Spaniel and the Tibetan Terrier.

    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, Tibetan Terriers weigh 20 to 24 pounds when fully grown. Tibetan Terriers are 14 to 16 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    Lifespan of Cocker Spaniel versus Tibetan Terrier

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

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

    Cocker Spaniel versus Tibetan Terrier

    Temperament of the Tibetan Terrier Versus the Cocker Spaniel

    The Cocker Spaniel has a better temperament than the Tibetan Terrier.

    This is because the temperament score for the Cocker Spaniel is 82.0 percent while the temperament score for the Tibetan Terrier is 57.1 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 57.1 percent, the Tibetan Terrier has a below-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.

    The ATTS obtained the temperament scores of the Cocker Spaniel and the Tibetan Terrier by measuring the temperaments of 233 Cocker Spaniels and 14 Tibetan Terriers.

    Price of Cocker Spaniel versus Price of Tibetan Terrier

    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 Tibetan Terrier puppy is $1930. The price of the Tibetan Terrier typically ranges from $1500 – $2100. However, the price of the Tibetan Terrier can be as low as $1500 and as high as $2500. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 11 Tibetan Terrier puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The Tibetan Terrier is more expensive than the Cocker Spaniel.

    Cocker Spaniel Tibetan Terrier
    Average Price $1760 $1930
    Price Range $1200 to $2000 $1500 to $2100

    The charts below show the price distribution for the Cocker Spaniel and Tibetan Terrier. For different price points, the charts show how many Cocker Spaniel puppies or how many Tibetan Terrier 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 Tibetan Terriers

    A breakdown of the prices of Tibetan Terriers

    Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Cocker Spaniel puppy or the Tibetan Terrier 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 Tibetan Terrier

    Adopting the Cocker Spaniel versus Adopting the Tibetan Terrier

    You may consider adopting a dog instead of buying a puppy. Many Cocker Spaniels and many Tibetan Terriers 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 Chester that is currently available for adoption on Petfinder.com. You can find other lovely adoptable Cocker Spaniels like Chester on pefinder.com.

    Also, like Cocker Spaniels, Tibetan Terriers are also available for adoption. For example, Boo is a Male Tibetan Terrier that is currently available for adoption on petfinder.com. You can find more Tibetan Terriers like Boo that are up for adoption on petfinder.com.

    The Cocker Spaniel and the Tibetan Terrier can both be adopted. Images from petfinder.com

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

    Also, Sonnie is an adorable Male Tibetan Terrier on petfinder.com that you can adopt.

    Cocker Spaniels and Tibetan Terriers are always available for adoption. Images from petfinder.com

    You can find more Cocker Spaniels and Tibetan Terriers that are available for adoption on petfinder.

    The Intelligence of the Cocker Spaniel versus the Intelligence of the Tibetan Terrier

    Cocker Spaniel Tibetan Terrier
    Intelligence Rank 20 out of 130 dog breeds 62 out of 130 dog breeds
    Trainability Tend To Learn New Commands After 5 To 15 Repetitions Tend To Learn New Commands After 40 To 80 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 Tibetan Terrier has an obedience intelligence rank of 62 out of 130 dog breeds. The Tibetan Terrier belongs to the `Fair Working/Obedience Intelligence Dogs` category. This means that Tibetan Terriers tend to learn new commands after 40 to 80 repetitions!.

    The Cocker Spaniel is more intelligent than the Tibetan Terrier.

    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 Tibetan Terrier

    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 Tibetan Terrier over the years.

    Based on the AKC popularity data over the years, the Cocker Spaniel is more popular with dog owners than the Tibetan Terrier. This is because, over the years, the average popularity of the Cocker Spaniel is 29 out of about 200 dog breeds while the average popularity of the Tibetan Terrier is 94 out of about 200 dog breeds.

    Popularity of Cocker Spaniel

    Popularity of Cocker Spaniel

    Popularity of Tibetan Terrier

    Popularity of Tibetan Terrier

    Year Cocker Spaniel Popularity Rank Tibetan Terrier Popularity Rank
    2013 29 88
    2014 30 88
    2015 30 90
    2016 29 91
    2017 29 101
    2018 30 96
    2019 28 101
    2020 30 99

    Health Problems of Cocker Spaniel versus Health Problems of Tibetan Terrier

    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 Tibetan Terrier 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 Tibetan Terrier is prone to more genetic health problems than the Cocker Spaniel.

    This is because the OFA recommends more screening health tests for the Tibetan Terrier than for the Cocker Spaniel.

    2 health tests are recommended for Cocker Spaniel while 8 tests are recommended for the Tibetan Terrier.

    Below is a detailed discussion of health problems in Cocker Spaniels and in Tibetan Terriers.

    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.

    Tibetan Terrier Health Problems

    Tibetan Terriers are genetically prone to certain health problems. However, breeders can reduce the chances of producing Tibetan Terrier 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 Tibetan Terrier puppy that will grow up to be healthy, make sure that your Tibetan Terrier 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 Tibetan Terriers for:

  • Autoimmune thyroiditis
  • Congenital Deafness
  • Elbow Dysplasia
  • Eye Examination- Annual recertification REQUIRED
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • NEURONAL CEROID LIPOFUSCINOSIS (NCL)
  • Patellar Luxation
  • Primary Lens Luxation
  • You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Tibetan Terriers here.

    More Discussions on Health Problems in Cocker Spaniels and Tibetan Terriers

    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 Tibetan Terrier Breed is Neuronal Ceroid Lipofuscinosis (Tt) problems.

    This is because the Tibetan Terrier ranks 1 out of 1 dog breeds for Neuronal Ceroid Lipofuscinosis (Tt) problems. In fact, in a health test conducted on 2930 Tibetan Terriers, 131 of them had Neuronal Ceroid Lipofuscinosis (Tt) problems.

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

  • Neuronal Ceroid Lipofuscinosis (Tt) problems: Rank 1 out of 1 Dog Breeds
  • Rcd4 Progressive Retinal Atrophy problems: Rank 3 out of 8 Dog Breeds
  • Primary Lens Luxation problems: Rank 9 out of 17 Dog Breeds
  • Baer Hearing Test problems: Rank 10 out of 21 Dog Breeds
  • Thyroid problems: Rank 10 out of 115 Dog Breeds
  • Patella problems: Rank 23 out of 145 Dog Breeds
  • Congenital Cardiac problems: Rank 31 out of 159 Dog Breeds
  • Elbow problems: Rank 72 out of 144 Dog Breeds
  • Eyes problems: Rank 142 out of 182 Dog Breeds
  • Hips problems: Rank 153 out of 198 Dog Breeds
  • The table below lists the common health problems in Cocker Spaniel and in Tibetan Terrier and the rank (prevalence), compared to other dogs, of these health problems in the Cocker Spaniel and the Tibetan Terrier:

    Disease Cocker Spaniel Rank Tibetan Terrier Rank
    Patella problems 12 out of 145 dog breeds 23 out of 145 dog breeds
    Thyroid problems 22 out of 115 dog breeds 10 out of 115 dog breeds
    Dentition Database problems 26 out of 49 dog breeds Not Common
    Eyes problems 28 out of 182 dog breeds 142 out of 182 dog breeds
    Elbow problems 125 out of 144 dog breeds 72 out of 144 dog breeds
    Hips problems 144 out of 198 dog breeds 153 out of 198 dog breeds
    Neuronal Ceroid Lipofuscinosis (Tt) problems Not Common 1 out of 1 dog breeds
    Rcd4 Progressive Retinal Atrophy problems Not Common 3 out of 8 dog breeds
    Primary Lens Luxation problems Not Common 9 out of 17 dog breeds
    Baer Hearing Test problems Not Common 10 out of 21 dog breeds
    Congenital Cardiac problems Not Common 31 out of 159 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 Tibetan Terrier

    Cocker Spaniels do not like to be left alone.

    Tibetan Terriers do not like to be left alone.

    Do Cocker Spaniels shed more than Tibetan Terriers?

    Cocker Spaniels shed moderately.

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

    Which one drools more, the Cocker Spaniel or the Tibetan Terrier

    Cocker Spaniels do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Tibetan Terriers do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Cocker Spaniel or the Tibetan Terrier?

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

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

    Does the Cocker Spaniel Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Tibetan Terrier?

    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.

    Tibetan Terriers 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.

    Do Cocker Spaniels Bark and Howl? What about Tibetan Terriers?

    Cocker Spaniels bark and howl, but not very much.

    Tibetan Terriers are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.

    Can Cocker Spaniels Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Tibetan Terriers Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Cocker Spaniels can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Tibetan Terriers can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: Cocker Spaniel vs. Tibetan Terrier

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

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

    Can Cocker Spaniels Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Tibetan Terriers Tolerate Hot Weather?

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

    Tibetan Terriers can tolerate hot weather.

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Cocker Spaniel or the Tibetan Terrier?

    Cocker Spaniels get along very well with other dogs.

    Tibetan Terriers get along very well with other dogs.

    Are Cocker Spaniels good family dogs? What about Tibetan Terriers?

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

    Tibetan Terriers are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    How Kid-friendly are Cocker Spaniels and Tibetan Terriers?

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

    Tibetan Terriers get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Is the Cocker Spaniel Easier to Train than the Tibetan Terrier?

    Cocker Spaniels are very easy to train.

    Tibetan Terriers are very easy to train.

    Is the Cocker Spaniel Better for Apartment Owners than the Tibetan Terrier?

    Cocker Spaniels adapt very well to apartment living.

    Tibetan Terriers adapt very well to apartment living.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Cocker Spaniel or the Tibetan Terrier?

    Cocker Spaniels are OK for new dog owners.

    Tibetan Terriers are OK 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 Tibetan Terrier vs Bichon Frise.
  • English Cocker Spaniel (76 percent match with Cocker Spaniel). Here is our comparison of the Tibetan Terrier vs English Cocker Spaniel.
  • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Tibetan Terrier

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

  • Portuguese Water Dog (78 percent match with Tibetan Terrier). Here is our comparison of the Cocker Spaniel vs Portuguese Water Dog.
  • Barbet (79 percent match with Tibetan Terrier). Here is our comparison of the Cocker Spaniel vs Barbet.
  • Lakeland Terrier (79 percent match with Tibetan Terrier). Here is our comparison of the Cocker Spaniel vs Lakeland Terrier.
  • Polish Lowland Sheepdog (78 percent match with Tibetan Terrier). Here is our comparison of the Cocker Spaniel vs Polish Lowland Sheepdog.
  • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

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

    Cocker Spaniel Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Cocker Spaniel versus Shih Tzu     Cocker Spaniel versus Bluetick Coonhound     Cocker Spaniel versus Shichon     Cocker Spaniel versus Miniature Pinscher     Cocker Spaniel versus Berger Picard     Cocker Spaniel versus Maltipoo     Cocker Spaniel versus Black and Tan Coonhound     Cocker Spaniel versus Lakeland Terrier     Cocker Spaniel versus Silky Terrier     Cocker Spaniel versus Cockalier     Cocker Spaniel versus Dandie Dinmont Terrier     Cocker Spaniel versus Black and Tan Coonhound     Cocker Spaniel versus American Water Spaniel     Cocker Spaniel versus Azawakh     Cocker Spaniel versus Westiepoo     Cocker Spaniel versus Catahoula Leopard Dog     Cocker Spaniel versus Alaskan Malamute     Cocker Spaniel versus Saint Bernard     Cocker Spaniel versus Pomapoo     Cocker Spaniel versus Pointer     Cocker Spaniel versus Yorkipoo     Cocker Spaniel versus Stabyhoun     Cocker Spaniel versus Irish Wolfhound     Cocker Spaniel versus Swedish Vallhund     Cocker Spaniel versus Irish Terrier     

    Tibetan Terrier Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Tibetan Terrier versus Bordoodle     Tibetan Terrier versus Brussels Griffon     Tibetan Terrier versus Shih Tzu     Tibetan Terrier versus Chorkie     Tibetan Terrier versus Bouvier des Flandres     Tibetan Terrier versus Schnoodle     Tibetan Terrier versus Mal Shi     Tibetan Terrier versus Hovawart     Tibetan Terrier versus Italian Greyhound     Tibetan Terrier versus Beagle     Tibetan Terrier versus Silky Terrier     Tibetan Terrier versus Manchester Terrier     Tibetan Terrier versus Havanese     Tibetan Terrier versus Bolognese     Tibetan Terrier versus Toy Poodle     Tibetan Terrier versus Sealyham Terrier     Tibetan Terrier versus Bracco Italiano     Tibetan Terrier versus Portuguese Pointer     Tibetan Terrier versus Labrador Retriever     Tibetan Terrier versus Irish Wolfhound     Tibetan Terrier versus Dachshund     Tibetan Terrier versus Afghan Hound     Tibetan Terrier versus Beaglier     Tibetan Terrier versus Beaglier     Tibetan Terrier versus Papipoo     

    Conclusion: Cocker Spaniel versus Tibetan Terrier. 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 Tibetan Terrier better suits you and your family.