Breed Comparison: English Cocker Spaniel Versus Pyrenean Mastiff

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English Cocker Spaniel Versus Pyrenean Mastiff: Introduction

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

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the English Cocker Spaniel and the Pyrenean Mastiff 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 Pyrenean Mastiff. 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 Pyrenean Mastiff.

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 Pyrenean Mastiff

English Cocker Spaniel versus Pyrenean Mastiff: Overview

A very important difference between the English Cocker Spaniel and the Pyrenean Mastiff is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The English Cocker Spaniel is a small-sized dog while the Pyrenean Mastiff is a giant-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 Pyrenean Mastiff 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.

English Cocker Spaniel versus Pyrenean Mastiff: Comparison Table

The table below compares the English Cocker Spaniel to the Pyrenean Mastiff 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 Pyrenean Mastiff
Tolerates Being Alone 1/5 4/5
Does NOT Drool 5/5 1/5
Height 1 foot, 3 inches to 1 foot, 5 inches tall at the s 24 to 31 inches
Life Span 12 to 14 years 10 to 13 years
Weight 26 to 34 pounds 130 to 200 pounds
Tolerates Hot Weather 3/5 3/5
Does NOT Shed 3/5 3/5
Easy To Groom 3/5 3/5
Does NOT chew on things 3/5 4/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 3/5 2/5
Good For Novice Owners 4/5 2/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 4/5 4/5
General Health 4/5 4/5
Easy To Train 4/5 3/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 2/5 3/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 2/5 5/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 2/5 3/5
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 5/5 2/5
Easygoing 1/5 2/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 4/5
Kid-Friendly 5/5 4/5
Dog Friendly 5/5 4/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 5/5 1/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 1/5 4/5
Intelligence 5/5 4/5
Low Prey Drive 1/5 4/5
NOT Rambunctious 1/5 2/5
Potential For Playfulness 5/5 3/5
Average Lifespan 13.0 years 11.5 years
Average Price $1500 No Data
Price Range $1200 – $1800 No Data
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
    		•  No Data

    *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 Pyrenean Mastiff. 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 Pyrenean Mastiff is 78 out of 125.

    Based on their Better-Pet scores, the English Cocker Spaniel is a better pet than the Pyrenean Mastiff. So, you should get the English 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 English Cocker Spaniel and the Pyrenean Mastiff 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 Pyrenean Mastiff

    Below is a list of where the English Cocker Spaniel and the Pyrenean Mastiff are most different:

  • English Cocker Spaniels do not like to be left alone. However, Pyrenean Mastiffs can be left alone for some time without problems.
  • English Cocker Spaniels do not have the tendency to drool. However, Pyrenean Mastiffs have a very high tendency to drool.
  • English Cocker Spaniels have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects. However, Pyrenean Mastiffs do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
  • English Cocker Spaniels adapt well to apartment living. However, Pyrenean Mastiffs do not adapt well to apartment living.
  • English Cocker Spaniels are very friendly towards strangers. However, Pyrenean Mastiffs are not very friendly towards strangers.
  • English Cocker Spaniels gain weight easily. You need to pay careful attention to what you feed them. However, Pyrenean Mastiffs are not prone to gaining weight easily.
  • English Cocker Spaniels have a high prey drive. They do not get along well with other pets. However, Pyrenean Mastiffs have a very low prey drive. This means they get along well with other pets.

    • The Similarities Between the English Cocker Spaniel and the Pyrenean Mastiff

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

  • Both the English Cocker Spaniel and the Pyrenean Mastiff can tolerate cold weather.
  • Both the English Cocker Spaniel and the Pyrenean Mastiff 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 Pyrenean Mastiff are very easy to train.
  • Both the English Cocker Spaniel and the Pyrenean Mastiff are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
  • Both the English Cocker Spaniel and the Pyrenean Mastiff require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise.
  • Both the English Cocker Spaniel and the Pyrenean Mastiff 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 Pyrenean Mastiff are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the English Cocker Spaniel and the Pyrenean Mastiff get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
  • Both the English Cocker Spaniel and the Pyrenean Mastiff get along well with other dogs.
  • Both the English Cocker Spaniel and the Pyrenean Mastiff are highly intelligent.
  • Both the English Cocker Spaniel and the Pyrenean Mastiff have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.

    • Size (Weight and Height) of English Cocker Spaniel versus Pyrenean Mastiff

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the English Cocker Spaniel and the Pyrenean Mastiff.

    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, Pyrenean Mastiffs weigh 130 to 200 pounds when fully grown. Pyrenean Mastiffs are 24 to 31 inches when fully grown.

    Tolerates Being Alone: English Cocker Spaniel versus Pyrenean Mastiff

    English Cocker Spaniels do not like to be left alone.

    Pyrenean Mastiffs can be left alone for some time without problems.

    Which one drools more, the English Cocker Spaniel or the Pyrenean Mastiff

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

    Pyrenean Mastiffs have a very high tendency to drool.

    Can English Cocker Spaniels Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Pyrenean Mastiffs Tolerate Hot Weather?

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

    Pyrenean Mastiffs can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.

    Do English Cocker Spaniels shed more than Pyrenean Mastiffs?

    English Cocker Spaniels shed moderately.

    Pyrenean Mastiffs shed moderately.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the English Cocker Spaniel or the Pyrenean Mastiff?

    English Cocker Spaniels are moderately easy to groom.

    Pyrenean Mastiffs are moderately easy to groom.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the English Cocker Spaniel or the Pyrenean Mastiff?

    English Cocker Spaniels are very good for new dog owners.

    Pyrenean Mastiffs are not the best dogs for new dog owners.

    Can English Cocker Spaniels Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Pyrenean Mastiffs Tolerate Cold Weather?

    English Cocker Spaniels can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Pyrenean Mastiffs can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Is the English Cocker Spaniel Easier to Train than the Pyrenean Mastiff?

    English Cocker Spaniels are very easy to train.

    Pyrenean Mastiffs are fairly easy to train.

    Do English Cocker Spaniels Bark and Howl? What about Pyrenean Mastiffs?

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

    Pyrenean Mastiffs bark and howl, but not very much.

    Wanderlust Potential: English Cocker Spaniel vs. Pyrenean Mastiff

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

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

    Is the English Cocker Spaniel Better for Apartment Owners than the Pyrenean Mastiff?

    English Cocker Spaniels adapt very well to apartment living.

    Pyrenean Mastiffs do not adapt well to apartment living.

    Are English Cocker Spaniels good family dogs? What about Pyrenean Mastiffs?

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

    Pyrenean Mastiffs are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    How Kid-friendly are English Cocker Spaniels and Pyrenean Mastiffs?

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

    Pyrenean Mastiffs get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the English Cocker Spaniel or the Pyrenean Mastiff?

    English Cocker Spaniels get along very well with other dogs.

    Pyrenean Mastiffs get along very well with other dogs.

    Does the English Cocker Spaniel Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Pyrenean Mastiff?

    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.

    Pyrenean Mastiffs 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.

    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 Pyrenean Mastiff vs Cavachon.
  • Norwich Terrier (81 percent match with English Cocker Spaniel). Here is our comparison of the Pyrenean Mastiff vs Norwich Terrier.

    • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Pyrenean Mastiff

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

  • Central Asian Shepherd Dog (74 percent match with Pyrenean Mastiff). Here is our comparison of the English Cocker Spaniel vs Central Asian Shepherd Dog.
  • Estrela Mountain Dog (75 percent match with Pyrenean Mastiff). Here is our comparison of the English Cocker Spaniel vs Estrela Mountain Dog.
  • Spanish Mastiff (72 percent match with Pyrenean Mastiff). Here is our comparison of the English Cocker Spaniel vs Spanish Mastiff.

    • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

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

    English Cocker Spaniel Versus Other Dog Breeds

    English Cocker Spaniel versus Collie     English Cocker Spaniel versus Chow Chow     English Cocker Spaniel versus Ibizan Hound     English Cocker Spaniel versus Bedlington Terrier     English Cocker Spaniel versus Akbash     English Cocker Spaniel versus English Toy Spaniel     English Cocker Spaniel versus Affenhuahua     English Cocker Spaniel versus Great Dane     English Cocker Spaniel versus Entlebucher Mountain Dog     English Cocker Spaniel versus Shiloh Shepherd     

    Pyrenean Mastiff Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Pyrenean Mastiff versus Collie     Pyrenean Mastiff versus Shichon     Pyrenean Mastiff versus Saluki     Pyrenean Mastiff versus Labrador Retriever     Pyrenean Mastiff versus Affenhuahua     Pyrenean Mastiff versus Shichon     Pyrenean Mastiff versus Yorkipoo     Pyrenean Mastiff versus Standard Poodle     Pyrenean Mastiff versus Affenpinscher     Pyrenean Mastiff versus Australian Terrier     

    Conclusion: English Cocker Spaniel versus Pyrenean Mastiff. 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 Pyrenean Mastiff better suits you and your family.