Differences and Similarities between the English Toy Spaniel and the Kooikerhondje.

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English Toy Spaniel Versus Kooikerhondje: Introduction

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

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the English Toy Spaniel and the Kooikerhondje 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 Toy Spaniel and for the Kooikerhondje. 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 Toy Spaniel and the Kooikerhondje.

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

English Toy Spaniel versus Kooikerhondje: Overview

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

Furthermore, the English Toy Spaniel belongs to the Companion Dogs group. Companion Dogs were bred to be companions for humans. Their main goal in life is to be with people, and they will be very sad if left to themselves for long hours day after day.

On the other hand, the Kooikerhondje 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.

English Toy Spaniel versus Kooikerhondje: Comparison Table

The table below compares the English Toy Spaniel to the Kooikerhondje 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 Toy Spaniel Kooikerhondje
Tolerates Being Alone 1/5 2/5
Kid-Friendly 1/5 2/5
Height 10 to 11 inches tall at the shoulder 14 to 16 inches tall at the shoulder
Life Span 10 to 12 years 12 to 14 years
Tolerates Cold Weather 2/5 4/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 2/5 3/5
Does NOT Drool 4/5 5/5
General Health 2/5 5/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 4/5 3/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 4/5 1/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 3/5 3/5
Easy To Train 3/5 1/5
Intelligence 3/5 4/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 3/5 3/5
NOT Rambunctious 3/5 2/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 3/5 1/5
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 4/5 4/5
Good For Novice Owners 4/5 3/5
Easygoing 2/5 2/5
Dog Friendly 4/5 2/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 4/5 2/5
Easy To Groom 4/5 2/5
Does NOT chew on things 2/5 3/5
Low Prey Drive 2/5 3/5
Potential For Playfulness 4/5 4/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 3/5
Does NOT Shed 1/5 3/5
Weight 8 to 14 pounds 20 to 25 pounds
Average Lifespan 11.0 years 13.0 years
Average Price $2350 No Data
Price Range $2250 – $2525 No Data
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests
  • Cardiac Evaluation
  • DNA Repository
  • Eye Examination
  • Patellar Luxation
    		•  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 Toy 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 Kooikerhondje. 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 Toy Spaniel is 74 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for a Kooikerhondje is 70 out of 125.

    Based on their Better-Pet scores, the English Toy Spaniel is a better pet than the Kooikerhondje. So, you should get the English Toy 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 Toy Spaniel and the Kooikerhondje so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the English Toy Spaniel and the Kooikerhondje

    Below is a list of where the English Toy Spaniel and the Kooikerhondje are most different:

  • English Toy Spaniels have the tendency to develop certain health problems. However, Kooikerhondjes are very healthy. They do not suffer from a lot of health problems compared to other dog breeds
  • English Toy Spaniels have low exercise needs. However, Kooikerhondjes require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise.

    • The Similarities Between the English Toy Spaniel and the Kooikerhondje

    The English Toy Spaniel and the Kooikerhondje are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the English Toy Spaniel and the Kooikerhondje are most similar:

  • Both the English Toy Spaniel and the Kooikerhondje do not like to be left alone.
  • Both the English Toy Spaniel and the Kooikerhondje do not get along well with kids. They are not kid-friendly.
  • Both the English Toy Spaniel and the Kooikerhondje cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.
  • Both the English Toy Spaniel and the Kooikerhondje do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the English Toy Spaniel and the Kooikerhondje do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
  • Both the English Toy Spaniel and the Kooikerhondje adapt well to apartment living.
  • Both the English Toy Spaniel and the Kooikerhondje are good for new dog owners.
  • Both the English Toy Spaniel and the Kooikerhondje 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 Toy Spaniel and the Kooikerhondje are prone to nip and chew at things.
  • Both the English Toy Spaniel and the Kooikerhondje have a high prey drive. They do not get along well with other pets.
  • Both the English Toy Spaniel and the Kooikerhondje are very playful.

    • Size (Weight and Height) of English Toy Spaniel versus Kooikerhondje

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the English Toy Spaniel and the Kooikerhondje.

    English Toy Spaniels weigh 8 to 14 pounds when fully grown. English Toy Spaniels are 10 to 11 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    On the other hand, Kooikerhondjes weigh 20 to 25 pounds when fully grown. Kooikerhondjes are 14 to 16 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    Tolerates Being Alone: English Toy Spaniel versus Kooikerhondje

    English Toy Spaniels do not like to be left alone.

    Kooikerhondjes do not like to be left alone.

    How Kid-friendly are English Toy Spaniels and Kooikerhondjes?

    English Toy Spaniels do not get along well with kids. They are not kid-friendly.

    Kooikerhondjes do not get along well with kids. They are not kid-friendly.

    Can English Toy Spaniels Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Kooikerhondjes Tolerate Cold Weather?

    English Toy Spaniels cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.

    Kooikerhondjes can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Can English Toy Spaniels Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Kooikerhondjes Tolerate Hot Weather?

    English Toy Spaniels cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.

    Kooikerhondjes can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.

    Which one drools more, the English Toy Spaniel or the Kooikerhondje

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

    Kooikerhondjes do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Wanderlust Potential: English Toy Spaniel vs. Kooikerhondje

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

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

    Is the English Toy Spaniel Easier to Train than the Kooikerhondje?

    English Toy Spaniels are fairly easy to train.

    Kooikerhondjes are not easy to train.

    Do English Toy Spaniels Bark and Howl? What about Kooikerhondjes?

    English Toy Spaniels bark and howl, but not very much.

    Kooikerhondjes bark and howl, but not very much.

    Is the English Toy Spaniel Better for Apartment Owners than the Kooikerhondje?

    English Toy Spaniels adapt very well to apartment living.

    Kooikerhondjes adapt very well to apartment living.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the English Toy Spaniel or the Kooikerhondje?

    English Toy Spaniels are very good for new dog owners.

    Kooikerhondjes are OK for new dog owners.

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the English Toy Spaniel or the Kooikerhondje?

    English Toy Spaniels get along very well with other dogs.

    Kooikerhondjes do not get along well with other dogs.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the English Toy Spaniel or the Kooikerhondje?

    English Toy Spaniels are very easy to groom.

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

    Does the English Toy Spaniel Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Kooikerhondje?

    English Toy Spaniels have a high prey drive. They have the tendency to chase after smaller animals and pets. They do not get along well with other pets.

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

    Are English Toy Spaniels good family dogs? What about Kooikerhondjes?

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

    Kooikerhondjes are good family dogs. They are affectionate with family.

    Do English Toy Spaniels shed more than Kooikerhondjes?

    English Toy Spaniels shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.

    Kooikerhondjes shed moderately.

    Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the English Toy Spaniel

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the English Toy Spaniel that you can consider on your quest to get the best pet.

    We crunched the numbers and found that the following dog breeds have similar personality and temperament as the English Toy Spaniel:

  • Japanese Chin (74 percent match with English Toy Spaniel). Here is our comparison of the Kooikerhondje vs Japanese Chin.
  • Pug (73 percent match with English Toy Spaniel). Here is our comparison of the Kooikerhondje vs Pug.
  • French Bulldog (74 percent match with English Toy Spaniel). Here is our comparison of the Kooikerhondje vs French Bulldog.

    • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Kooikerhondje

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

  • Lakeland Terrier (75 percent match with Kooikerhondje). Here is our comparison of the English Toy Spaniel vs Lakeland Terrier.
  • Lhasapoo (75 percent match with Kooikerhondje). Here is our comparison of the English Toy Spaniel vs Lhasapoo.

    • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

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

    English Toy Spaniel Versus Other Dog Breeds

    English Toy Spaniel versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle     English Toy Spaniel versus Irish Wolfhound     English Toy Spaniel versus Mal Shi     English Toy Spaniel versus Redbone Coonhound     English Toy Spaniel versus Dachshund     English Toy Spaniel versus Jack Russell Terrier     English Toy Spaniel versus Barbet     English Toy Spaniel versus Miniature Schnauzer     English Toy Spaniel versus Dachshund     English Toy Spaniel versus Affenhuahua     

    Kooikerhondje Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Kooikerhondje versus Bernedoodle     Kooikerhondje versus American Eskimo Dog     Kooikerhondje versus Bullmastiff     Kooikerhondje versus Great Pyrenees     Kooikerhondje versus Harrier     Kooikerhondje versus Puli     Kooikerhondje versus Dandie Dinmont Terrier     Kooikerhondje versus Ibizan Hound     Kooikerhondje versus Boxerdoodle     Kooikerhondje versus Shih Tzu     

    Conclusion: English Toy Spaniel versus Kooikerhondje. 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 Toy Spaniel and the Kooikerhondje better suits you and your family.