Differences and Similarities between the English Cocker Spaniel and the Pharaoh Hound.

English Cocker Spaniel versus Pharaoh Hound

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English Cocker Spaniel Versus Pharaoh Hound: Introduction

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

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the English Cocker Spaniel and the Pharaoh Hound 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 English Cocker Spaniel and for the Pharaoh Hound. 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 English Cocker Spaniel and the Pharaoh Hound.

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

English Cocker Spaniel versus Pharaoh Hound

English Cocker Spaniel versus Pharaoh Hound: Overview

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

Furthermore, the English 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 Pharaoh Hound belongs to the Hound Dogs group. Hound Dogs were bred to pursue and hunt warm-blooded animals. Hounds hunt by using their good sight or their good sense of smell. Dogs that belong to the Hound Group have strong prey drives and often will stop at nothing to catch what they are pursuing.

English Cocker Spaniel versus Pharaoh Hound: Comparison Table

The table below compares the English Cocker Spaniel to the Pharaoh Hound 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 English Cocker Spaniel Pharaoh Hound
Tolerates Being Alone 1/5 2/5
Does NOT Drool 5/5 5/5
Height 1 foot, 3 inches to 1 foot, 5 inches tall at the s 21 to 25 inches tall at the shoulder
Life Span 12 to 14 years 11 to 14 years
Weight 26 to 34 pounds 45 to 55 pounds
Tolerates Hot Weather 3/5 5/5
Does NOT Shed 3/5 4/5
Easy To Groom 3/5 4/5
Does NOT chew on things 3/5 2/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 3/5 3/5
Good For Novice Owners 4/5 4/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 4/5 1/5
General Health 4/5 5/5
Easy To Train 4/5 3/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 2/5 2/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 2/5 2/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 2/5 2/5
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 5/5 4/5
Easygoing 1/5 1/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 5/5
Kid-Friendly 5/5 5/5
Dog Friendly 5/5 5/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 5/5 4/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 1/5 3/5
Intelligence 5/5 4/5
Low Prey Drive 1/5 1/5
NOT Rambunctious 1/5 4/5
Potential For Playfulness 5/5 4/5
Average Lifespan 13.0 years 12.5 years
Average Price $1500 No Data
Price Range $1200 – $1800 No Data
Temperament Score 93.3 percent 81.8 percent
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests
  • BAER Test
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • OFA/U of MO Adult Onset Neuropathy
  • Patellar Luxation
  • Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA) DNA Test
  • Autoimmune thyroiditis
  • Eye Examination
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • Patellar Luxation
  • Popularity out of 200 Dog Breeds 55 168
    Intelligence Rank (out of 130 Dog Breeds) 18 37

    *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 English 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 Pharaoh Hound. 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 English Cocker Spaniel is 82 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for a Pharaoh Hound is 84 out of 125.

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

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

    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the English Cocker Spaniel and the Pharaoh Hound

    Below is a list of where the English Cocker Spaniel and the Pharaoh Hound are most different:

  • English Cocker Spaniels can tolerate cold weather. However, Pharaoh Hounds cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
  • English Cocker Spaniels have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy. However, Pharaoh Hounds have low energy levels. They do not require a lot exercise time.
  • The Similarities Between the English Cocker Spaniel and the Pharaoh Hound

    The English Cocker Spaniel and the Pharaoh Hound are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the English Cocker Spaniel and the Pharaoh Hound are most similar:

  • Both the English Cocker Spaniel and the Pharaoh Hound do not like to be left alone.
  • Both the English Cocker Spaniel and the Pharaoh Hound do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the English Cocker Spaniel and the Pharaoh Hound are good for new dog owners.
  • Both the English Cocker Spaniel and the Pharaoh Hound are very healthy. They do not suffer from a lot of health problems compared to other dog breeds
  • Both the English Cocker Spaniel and the Pharaoh Hound are very easy to train.
  • Both the English Cocker Spaniel and the Pharaoh Hound are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
  • Both the English Cocker Spaniel and the Pharaoh Hound have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
  • Both the English Cocker Spaniel and the Pharaoh Hound require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise.
  • Both the English Cocker Spaniel and the Pharaoh Hound adapt well to apartment living.
  • Both the English Cocker Spaniel and the Pharaoh Hound 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 English Cocker Spaniel and the Pharaoh Hound are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the English Cocker Spaniel and the Pharaoh Hound get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
  • Both the English Cocker Spaniel and the Pharaoh Hound get along well with other dogs.
  • Both the English Cocker Spaniel and the Pharaoh Hound are very friendly towards strangers.
  • Both the English Cocker Spaniel and the Pharaoh Hound are highly intelligent.
  • Both the English Cocker Spaniel and the Pharaoh Hound have a high prey drive. They do not get along well with other pets.
  • Both the English Cocker Spaniel and the Pharaoh Hound are very playful.
  • Size (Weight and Height) of English Cocker Spaniel versus Pharaoh Hound

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the English Cocker Spaniel and the Pharaoh Hound.

    English Cocker Spaniels weigh 26 to 34 pounds when fully grown. English Cocker Spaniels are 1 foot, 3 inches to 1 foot, 5 inches tall at the s when fully grown.

    On the other hand, Pharaoh Hounds weigh 45 to 55 pounds when fully grown. Pharaoh Hounds are 21 to 25 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    Temperament of the Pharaoh Hound Versus the English Cocker Spaniel

    The English Cocker Spaniel has a better temperament than the Pharaoh Hound.

    This is because the temperament score for the English Cocker Spaniel is 93.3 percent while the temperament score for the Pharaoh Hound is 81.8 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 they 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 93.3 percent, the English Cocker Spaniel has an above-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.

    With its temperament score of 81.8 percent, the Pharaoh Hound has a below-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.

    The ATTS obtained the temperament scores of the English Cocker Spaniel and the Pharaoh Hound by measuring the temperaments of 75 English Cocker Spaniels and 55 Pharaoh Hounds.

    Adopting the English Cocker Spaniel versus Adopting the Pharaoh Hound

    You may consider adopting a dog instead of buying a puppy. Many English Cocker Spaniels and many Pharaoh Hounds 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 English Cocker Spaniel named Rascal that is currently available for adoption on Petfinder.com. You can find other lovely adoptable English Cocker Spaniels like Rascal on pefinder.com.

    Also, like English Cocker Spaniels, Pharaoh Hounds are also available for adoption. For example, Franklin is a Male Pharaoh Hound that is currently available for adoption on petfinder.com. You can find more Pharaoh Hounds like Franklin that are up for adoption on petfinder.com.

    The English Cocker Spaniel and the Pharaoh Hound can both be adopted. Images from petfinder.com

    Also Ruffles, an adorable Male Pharaoh Hound on petfinder.com that you can adopt.

    You can find more English Cocker Spaniels and Pharaoh Hounds that are available for adoption on petfinder.

    The Intelligence of the English Cocker Spaniel versus the Intelligence of the Pharaoh Hound

    English Cocker Spaniel Pharaoh Hound
    Intelligence Rank 18 out of 130 dog breeds 37 out of 130 dog breeds
    Trainability Tend To Learn New Commands After 5 To 15 Repetitions Tend To Learn New Commands After 15 To 25 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 English Cocker Spaniel has an obedience intelligence rank of 18 out of 130 dog breeds. The English Cocker Spaniel belongs to the `Excellent Working Dogs` category. This means that English Cocker Spaniels tend to learn new commands after 5 to 15 repetitions.

    The Pharaoh Hound has an obedience intelligence rank of 37 out of 130 dog breeds. The Pharaoh Hound belongs to the `Above Average Working Dogs` category. This means that Pharaoh Hounds tend to learn new commands after 15 to 25 repetitions.

    The English Cocker Spaniel is more intelligent than the Pharaoh Hound.

    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 English Cocker Spaniel versus Popularity of Pharaoh Hound

    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 English Cocker Spaniel and the Pharaoh Hound over the years.

    Based on the AKC popularity data over the years, the English Cocker Spaniel is more popular with dog owners than the Pharaoh Hound. This is because, over the years, the average popularity of the English Cocker Spaniel is 55 out of about 200 dog breeds while the average popularity of the Pharaoh Hound is 168 out of about 200 dog breeds.

    Popularity of English Cocker Spaniel

    Popularity of English Cocker Spaniel

    Popularity of Pharaoh Hound

    Popularity of Pharaoh Hound

    Year English Cocker Spaniel Popularity Rank Pharaoh Hound Popularity Rank
    2013 62 160
    2014 62 164
    2015 60 171
    2016 56 168
    2017 52 174
    2018 52 172
    2019 50 161
    2020 47 180

    Health Problems of English Cocker Spaniel versus Health Problems of Pharaoh Hound

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

    Both the English Cocker Spaniel and the Pharaoh Hound 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 English Cocker Spaniel is prone to more genetic health problems than the Pharaoh Hound.

    This is because the OFA recommends more screening health tests for the English Cocker Spaniel than for the Pharaoh Hound.

    5 health tests are recommended for English Cocker Spaniel while 4 tests are recommended for the Pharaoh Hound.

    Below is a detailed discussion of health problems in English Cocker Spaniels and in Pharaoh Hounds.

    English Cocker Spaniel Health Problems

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

  • BAER Test
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • OFA/U of MO Adult Onset Neuropathy
  • Patellar Luxation
  • Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA) DNA Test
  • You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for English Cocker Spaniels here.

    Pharaoh Hound Health Problems

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

  • Autoimmune thyroiditis
  • Eye Examination
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • Patellar Luxation
  • You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Pharaoh Hounds here.

    More Discussions on Health Problems in English Cocker Spaniels and Pharaoh Hounds

    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 English Cocker Spaniel Breed is Adult Onset Neuropathy problems.

    This is because the English Cocker Spaniel ranks 1 out of 2 dog breeds for Adult Onset Neuropathy problems. In fact, in a health test conducted on 2373 English Cocker Spaniels, 71 of them had Adult Onset Neuropathy problems.

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

  • Adult Onset Neuropathy problems: Rank 1 out of 2 Dog Breeds
  • Baer Hearing Test problems: Rank 7 out of 21 Dog Breeds
  • Progressive Retinal Atrophy problems: Rank 8 out of 32 Dog Breeds
  • Thyroid problems: Rank 27 out of 115 Dog Breeds
  • Eyes problems: Rank 65 out of 182 Dog Breeds
  • Patella problems: Rank 82 out of 145 Dog Breeds
  • Elbow problems: Rank 137 out of 144 Dog Breeds
  • Hips problems: Rank 155 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 Pharaoh Hound Breed is Thyroid problems.

    This is because the Pharaoh Hound ranks 18 out of 115 dog breeds for Thyroid problems. In fact, in a health test conducted on 220 Pharaoh Hounds, 18 of them had Thyroid problems.

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

  • Thyroid problems: Rank 18 out of 115 Dog Breeds
  • Patella problems: Rank 60 out of 145 Dog Breeds
  • Elbow problems: Rank 69 out of 144 Dog Breeds
  • Eyes problems: Rank 86 out of 182 Dog Breeds
  • Hips problems: Rank 184 out of 198 Dog Breeds
  • The table below lists the common health problems in English Cocker Spaniel and in Pharaoh Hound and the rank (prevalence), compared to other dogs, of these health problems in the English Cocker Spaniel and the Pharaoh Hound:

    Disease English Cocker Spaniel Rank Pharaoh Hound Rank
    Adult Onset Neuropathy problems 1 out of 2 dog breeds Not Common
    Baer Hearing Test problems 7 out of 21 dog breeds Not Common
    Progressive Retinal Atrophy problems 8 out of 32 dog breeds Not Common
    Thyroid problems 27 out of 115 dog breeds 18 out of 115 dog breeds
    Eyes problems 65 out of 182 dog breeds 86 out of 182 dog breeds
    Patella problems 82 out of 145 dog breeds 60 out of 145 dog breeds
    Elbow problems 137 out of 144 dog breeds 69 out of 144 dog breeds
    Hips problems 155 out of 198 dog breeds 184 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: English Cocker Spaniel versus Pharaoh Hound

    English Cocker Spaniels do not like to be left alone.

    Pharaoh Hounds do not like to be left alone.

    Which one drools more, the English Cocker Spaniel or the Pharaoh Hound

    English Cocker Spaniels do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Pharaoh Hounds do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Can English Cocker Spaniels Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Pharaoh Hounds Tolerate Hot Weather?

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

    Pharaoh Hounds can tolerate hot weather.

    Do English Cocker Spaniels shed more than Pharaoh Hounds?

    English Cocker Spaniels shed moderately.

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

    Which is Easier to Groom, the English Cocker Spaniel or the Pharaoh Hound?

    English Cocker Spaniels are moderately easy to groom.

    Pharaoh Hounds are very easy to groom.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the English Cocker Spaniel or the Pharaoh Hound?

    English Cocker Spaniels are very good for new dog owners.

    Pharaoh Hounds are very good for new dog owners.

    Can English Cocker Spaniels Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Pharaoh Hounds Tolerate Cold Weather?

    English Cocker Spaniels can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Pharaoh Hounds cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.

    Is the English Cocker Spaniel Easier to Train than the Pharaoh Hound?

    English Cocker Spaniels are very easy to train.

    Pharaoh Hounds are fairly easy to train.

    Do English Cocker Spaniels Bark and Howl? What about Pharaoh Hounds?

    English Cocker Spaniels are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.

    Pharaoh Hounds are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.

    Wanderlust Potential: English Cocker Spaniel vs. Pharaoh Hound

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

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

    Is the English Cocker Spaniel Better for Apartment Owners than the Pharaoh Hound?

    English Cocker Spaniels adapt very well to apartment living.

    Pharaoh Hounds adapt very well to apartment living.

    Are English Cocker Spaniels good family dogs? What about Pharaoh Hounds?

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

    Pharaoh Hounds are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    How Kid-friendly are English Cocker Spaniels and Pharaoh Hounds?

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

    Pharaoh Hounds get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the English Cocker Spaniel or the Pharaoh Hound?

    English Cocker Spaniels get along very well with other dogs.

    Pharaoh Hounds get along very well with other dogs.

    Does the English Cocker Spaniel Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Pharaoh Hound?

    English 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.

    Pharaoh Hounds 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.

    Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the English Cocker Spaniel

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

  • Cavachon (82 percent match with English Cocker Spaniel). Here is our comparison of the Pharaoh Hound vs Cavachon.
  • Norwich Terrier (81 percent match with English Cocker Spaniel). Here is our comparison of the Pharaoh Hound vs Norwich Terrier.
  • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Pharaoh Hound

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

  • Italian Greyhound (76 percent match with Pharaoh Hound). Here is our comparison of the English Cocker Spaniel vs Italian Greyhound.
  • Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier (75 percent match with Pharaoh Hound). Here is our comparison of the English Cocker Spaniel vs Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier.
  • Tibetan Spaniel (75 percent match with Pharaoh Hound). Here is our comparison of the English Cocker Spaniel vs Tibetan Spaniel.
  • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

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

    English Cocker Spaniel Versus Other Dog Breeds

    English Cocker Spaniel versus Papipoo     English Cocker Spaniel versus Shichon     English Cocker Spaniel versus Australian Shepherd     English Cocker Spaniel versus Karelian Bear Dog     English Cocker Spaniel versus Rhodesian Ridgeback     English Cocker Spaniel versus Bernese Mountain Dog     English Cocker Spaniel versus English Toy Spaniel     English Cocker Spaniel versus Saint Berdoodle     English Cocker Spaniel versus Westiepoo     English Cocker Spaniel versus Black Mouth Cur     

    Pharaoh Hound Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Pharaoh Hound versus Westiepoo     Pharaoh Hound versus Border Terrier     Pharaoh Hound versus Entlebucher Mountain Dog     Pharaoh Hound versus Pomeranian     Pharaoh Hound versus Irish Setter     Pharaoh Hound versus Chinook     Pharaoh Hound versus Italian Greyhound     Pharaoh Hound versus Welsh Springer Spaniel     Pharaoh Hound versus Biewer Terrier     Pharaoh Hound versus Whoodle     

    Conclusion: English Cocker Spaniel versus Pharaoh Hound. 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 English Cocker Spaniel and the Pharaoh Hound better suits you and your family.