Playful
Alert
Sensitive
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Inquisitive
Trainable
Selfish
Watchful
Companionable
Quiet
Faithful

Active
Lively
Alert
Intelligent
Assertive
Confident

Cocker Griffons are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Bearded Collies are heavy shedders, but regular brushing can help manage shedding and promote a healthy coat.

Avoid Cocker Griffons as watchdogs - they're not effective.

Bearded Collies make excellent watchdogs - they're vocal and protective of their territory.

United States

Scotland

Brussels Griffon, Cocker Spaniel

magyar komondor

Unknown

1800s

Brown

Blue
Brown

Black

Blue
Black
Brown

Cream
Black
Red

Blue
Fawn
Brown
Black

Cocker Griffons have medium-length coats.

Bearded Collies are known for their coat length.

Wavy

Straight

A Cocker Griffon can have a litter of 6-8 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

A Bearded Collie can have a litter of 12-14 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Hip Dysplasia
Hypothyroidism
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

Usually A Very Healthy Breed

Patellar Luxation
Cataracts

Pemphigus
Hip Dysplasia
Epilepsy
Corneal Dystrophy

X-Rays
Urinalysis
Eye Tests
Complete Physical Examination
Blood Tests and Blood Count

Hip
Skin Scraping
X-Rays
MRI
Eye Examination
Physical Examination

Cocker Griffons are a good choice for a low-key lifestyle due to their low energy levels.

Bearded Collies' high energy levels make them unsuitable for a low-key dog, choose accordingly.

Cocker Griffons have moderate energy levels and typical sleep patterns of 12-14 hours per day.

Bearded Collies sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

Cocker Griffons bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

The Bearded Collie is a vocal breed that frequently barks and howls, and may not be suitable for those seeking a quiet companion.

Fetch, Go on Vacation, Run, Catch treats, Play, Fish, Chase, High Five, Hide & Seek, Brushing, Walk, Playing fetch

Cuddling, Sniffing

Cocker Griffons are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

Bearded Collies are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Cocker Griffon, it's at least 8 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Bearded Collie, it's at least 7 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

Cocker Griffons require significant grooming, including regular trims and professional grooming assistance to maintain their coat. They may also require frequent bathing to keep their coat and skin healthy.

Bearded Collies have high grooming needs, requiring regular trims and professional grooming assistance to keep their coat healthy.

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Deshedder
Scissors
Clipper
Nail Clipper

For an average 16-25 pound (7 - 11 kg) Cocker Griffon feed 1 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 45-55 pound (20 - 25 kg) Bearded Collie feed 2.5 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a Cocker Griffon is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of a Bearded Collie is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Cocker Griffon is between $35 - $42. This makes an average of $420 - $504 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of a Bearded Collie is between $48 - $63. This makes an average of $576 - $756 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

Cocker Griffons are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

Bearded Collie is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

Cocker Griffons make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

Bearded Collies can do well in apartments with enough exercise and time outside, but a small yard would be ideal.

Cocker Griffons have an average level of friendliness towards children.

Bearded Collies are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Cocker Griffons are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

Bearded Collies are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

Cocker Griffons are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Bearded Collies are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

Cocker Griffons are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

Bearded Collies are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.

Cocker Griffons are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.

Bearded Collies are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.