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

Active
Friendly
Sociable
Companionable
Gentle
Tolerant

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

English Foxhounds are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

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

English Foxhounds aren't great guard dogs; they tend to just watch without taking action.

United States

Great Britain

Brussels Griffon, Cocker Spaniel

hound, fox terrier, bulldog, greyhound

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club

Unknown

1700s

Brown

Hazel
Brown

Black

Black

Cream
Black
Red

Black
White
Brown
Pied

Cocker Griffons have medium-length coats.

English Foxhounds have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

Wavy

Wiry

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.

An English Foxhound can have a litter of 10-13 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.

Cocker Griffons are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

English Foxhounds are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

While the Cocker Griffon breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

The English Foxhound is prone to health issues and requires regular check-ups with a vet to identify and treat any problems early.

Hip Dysplasia
Hypothyroidism
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

Epilepsy
Spinal Disorder

Patellar Luxation
Cataracts

Deafness
Hip Dysplasia

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

Hearing
Blood Test
X-Rays
Physical Examination

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

English Foxhounds thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

Cocker Griffons need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

English Foxhounds need high physical activity and are ideal for active individuals, but not suitable for sedentary lifestyles or small apartments.

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

English Foxhounds are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

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

English Foxhound dogs bark and howl frequently and are not recommended for quiet homes.

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

Camping, Go to Park, Walking, Walk, Hiking

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 English Foxhound, it's at least 10 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.

The English Foxhound is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
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 55-75 pound (25 - 34 kg) English Foxhound feed 3 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 an English Foxhound 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 an English Foxhound 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.

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

English Foxhounds have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

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

The English Foxhound is not suitable for apartments and requires a large yard to thrive. Pent-up energy in small spaces can lead to destructive behavior.

Cocker Griffons have an average level of friendliness towards children.

English Foxhounds make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

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

English Foxhounds are somewhat cat friendly and can be trained to get along with cats.

Cocker Griffons are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

English Foxhounds are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

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

English Foxhounds have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

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

English Foxhounds are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.