Kooikerhondje vs Brittany vs Boykin Spaniel Comparison - Dog breed selector: Nederlandse Kooikerhondje or American Brittany or Swamp Poodle? Find the right dog for you
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Compare Kooikerhondje and Brittany. Which is better: Kooikerhondje or Brittany or Boykin Spaniel?
Name | Kooikerhondje | Brittany | Boykin Spaniel |
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Origins | Netherlands | France | United States |
Group | Gun Dog | Gun Dog | Gun Dog |
Popularity Rank | 413 | 26 | 98 |
Reviews | 1 | 3 | 2 |
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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Kooikerhondje, Brittany, and Boykin Spaniel breeds. |
Nederlandse Kooikerhondje Small Dutch Waterfowl Dog Kooiker Dog |
American Brittany Brittany Spaniel Epagneul Breton |
Swamp Poodle Boykin |
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Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between Kooikerhondje, Brittany, and Boykin Spaniel? Compare their breeding categories. | Purebred | Purebred | Purebred |
Kooikerhondje vs Brittany vs Boykin Spaniel Size and Weight Comparison
Size Classification
Compare size differences between Kooikerhondje, Brittany, and Boykin Spaniel. Which breed is the largest? | Medium | Medium | Medium |
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Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between Kooikerhondje, Brittany, and Boykin Spaniel? Compare adult weight ranges. | 20-40 pounds (9-18 kg) | Male: 35-40 pounds (16-18 kg), Females: 30-40 pounds (14-18 kg) | 25-40 pounds (11-18 kg) |
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight? | 30 pounds (13.5 kg) | Male: 37.5 pounds (17 kg), Females: 35 pounds (16 kg) | 32.5 pounds (14.5 kg) |
Height
Which is taller, Kooikerhondje or Brittany or Boykin Spaniel? Kooikerhondje vs Brittany vs Boykin Spaniel height comparison: | 14-16 inches (36-41 cm) | Male: 17-21 inches (43-53 cm), Female: 18-20 inches (46-51 cm) | 15-18 inches (38-46 cm) |
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height? | 15 inches (38.5 cm) | Male: 19 inches (48 cm), Female: 19 inches (48.5 cm) | 16.5 inches (42 cm) |
Kooikerhondje vs Brittany vs Boykin Spaniel Price and Availability Comparison
Price Range
Compare puppy costs for Kooikerhondje, Brittany, and Boykin Spaniel. Find price differences between these breeds. | $600-$800 | $700-$800 | $800-$1000 |
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Availability
Which is easier to get, Kooikerhondje or Brittany or Boykin Spaniel? | Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows. | Very frequent: The Brittany is quite easy to get. | Very frequent: The Boykin Spaniel is quite easy to get. |
Kooikerhondje vs Brittany vs Boykin Spaniel Trainability and Intelligence Comparison
Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between Kooikerhondje, Brittany, and Boykin Spaniel. Which breed ranks highest? | Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. | Very smart: Brittany is an excellent dog breed. | Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. |
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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between Kooikerhondje, Brittany, and Boykin Spaniel. Which is easiest to train? | Kooikerhondje dogs are quite easy to train. | Brittany dogs are easy to train. | Boykin Spaniel dogs are easy to train. |
Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of Kooikerhondje, Brittany, and Boykin Spaniel. Which breed is most alert? | Kooikerhondje dogs are good watchdogs. | Brittany dogs are average watchdogs. | Boykin Spaniel dogs are average watchdogs. |
Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between Kooikerhondje, Brittany, and Boykin Spaniel. Which breed is most protective? | Kooikerhondje dogs strongly protect their territory. | Brittany dogs are average defenders. | Boykin Spaniel dogs are average defenders. |
Kooikerhondje vs Brittany vs Boykin Spaniel Personality and Temperament Comparison
Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between Kooikerhondje, Brittany, and Boykin Spaniel? Compare temperaments. |
Loving Alert Intelligent Territorial Lively Going Cheerful |
Independent Alert Intelligent Responsive Social |
Energetic Intelligent Friendly Trainable Eager Companionable |
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Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference? | They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. | Sensitive: Brittany dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. | They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. |
Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Kooikerhondje vs Brittany vs Boykin Spaniel? | High: Kooikerhondje dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. | High: Brittany dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. | High: Boykin Spaniel dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. |
Social Needs
Kooikerhondje vs Brittany vs Boykin Spaniel social needs comparison: | Kooikerhondje dogs need for social interaction is average. | Brittany dogs need a lot of social interaction. | Boykin Spaniel dogs need for social interaction is average. |
Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? | Kooikerhondje dogs have average wanderlust potential. | The wanderlust potential of the Brittany is strong enough to escape from home. | The wanderlust potential of the Boykin Spaniel is strong enough to escape from home. |
Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting? | Kooikerhondje dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen. | Brittany dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. | Boykin Spaniel dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. |
Kooikerhondje vs Brittany vs Boykin Spaniel Activity and Playfulness Comparison
Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of Kooikerhondje, Brittany, and Boykin Spaniel. Which breed is most vocal? | Average: The Kooikerhondje barks occasionally. | Average: The Brittany barks occasionally. | Average: The Boykin Spaniel barks occasionally. |
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between Kooikerhondje, Brittany, and Boykin Spaniel. Which breed is most playful? | The Kooikerhondje is a highly playful breed. | The Brittany is a highly playful breed. | Average: Boykin Spaniels, like any other dog breed, like playing. |
Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of Kooikerhondje, Brittany, and Boykin Spaniel. Which adapts best to small spaces? | It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Kooikerhondje indoors. | It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Brittany indoors. | Very house-friendly dog the Boykin Spaniel breed. |
Kooikerhondje vs Brittany vs Boykin Spaniel Adaptability and Independence Comparison
Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between Kooikerhondje, Brittany, and Boykin Spaniel. Which breed is most flexible? | Kooikerhondje dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments. | Brittany dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments. | Boykin Spaniel dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments. |
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Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: Kooikerhondje or Brittany or Boykin Spaniel? | Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner. | Brittany dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them. | Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner. |
Kooikerhondje vs Brittany vs Boykin Spaniel Bite Characteristics Comparison
Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between Kooikerhondje, Brittany, and Boykin Spaniel. Which has lowest bite risk? | Low 🔽 The Kooikerhondje has a low chance of biting somebody. | Low 🔽 The Brittany has a low chance of biting somebody. | Low 🔽 The Boykin Spaniel has a low chance of biting somebody. |
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Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between Kooikerhondje, Brittany, and Boykin Spaniel. Which uses mouth most during play? | Kooikerhondje dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. | Brittany dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. | Boykin Spaniel dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. |
Bite Strength Rating
Compare bite forces between Kooikerhondje, Brittany, and Boykin Spaniel. Which has the strongest bite? | Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Kooikerhondje bite force: Ordinary. | Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Brittany bite force: Ordinary. | Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Boykin Spaniel bite force: Ordinary. |
Kooikerhondje vs Brittany vs Boykin Spaniel Health and Lifespan Comparison
Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of Kooikerhondje, Brittany, and Boykin Spaniel. Which breed lives longest? |
12-14 years The average lifespan of Kooikerhondje: 13 years |
11-15 years The average lifespan of Brittany: 13 years |
14-16 years The average lifespan of Boykin Spaniel: 15 years |
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Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between Kooikerhondje, Brittany, and Boykin Spaniel. Which handles climate changes best? | Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Kooikerhondje can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. | Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Brittany can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. | Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. |
Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in Kooikerhondje, Brittany, and Boykin Spaniel. Which has fewer health issues? | The Kooikerhondje is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly. | The Brittany is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly. | The Boykin Spaniel is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly. |
Vet Care Frequency
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits? |
Average The Kooikerhondje should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year. |
Average The Brittany should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year. |
Average The Boykin Spaniel should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year. |
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Kooikerhondje vs Brittany vs Boykin Spaniel? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Kooikerhondje vs Brittany vs Boykin Spaniel health problems comparison: |
Cataracts Luxating Patella Von Willebrand's Disease Epilepsy Kidney Issues Hereditary Necrotising Myelopathy Myositis | Hip Dysplasia Hypothyroidism Epilepsy |
Hypothyroidism Heart Problems Elbow Dysplasia Heart Disease Cushing's Syndrome |
Kooikerhondje vs Brittany vs Boykin Spaniel Energy and Activity Comparison
Energy Rating
Compare energy levels between Kooikerhondje, Brittany, and Boykin Spaniel. Which breed is most active? | Kooikerhondje dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds. | Brittany dogs are high-energy dogs. | Boykin Spaniel dogs are high-energy dogs. |
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Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Kooikerhondje vs Brittany vs Boykin Spaniel exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Kooikerhondje or Brittany or Boykin Spaniel? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest? | Kooikerhondje dogs need quite a lot of exercise. | Brittany dogs need a lot of exercises. | Boykin Spaniel dogs need a lot of exercises. |
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Kooikerhondje or Brittany or Boykin Spaniel? | Kooikerhondje dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping. | Brittany dogs don't need too much sleep. | Boykin Spaniel dogs don't need too much sleep. |
Kooikerhondje vs Brittany vs Boykin Spaniel Diet and Weight Management Comparison
Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between Kooikerhondje, Brittany, and Boykin Spaniel. Which is most prone to obesity? | Average: The Kooikerhondje has an average risk for obesity. | Average: The Brittany has an average risk for obesity. | Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Boykin Spaniel's weight, he can easily gain weight. |
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between Kooikerhondje, Brittany, and Boykin Spaniel. Which needs most food? | 1 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. | 1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three meals. | 2 to 3 cups of a high-quality dog food a day. |
Kooikerhondje vs Brittany vs Boykin Spaniel Allergies and Grooming Comparison
Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Kooikerhondje, Brittany, and Boykin Spaniel. Which is best for allergy sufferers? | No See more. | No See more. | No See more. |
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between Kooikerhondje, Brittany, and Boykin Spaniel. What colors are available? | Red White Orange | White Orange Liver Roan | Brown |
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between Kooikerhondje, Brittany, and Boykin Spaniel. Which requires most maintenance? | Easy to groom: The Kooikerhondje doesn't require a lot of grooming. | Easy to groom: The Brittany doesn't require a lot of grooming. | Average: The Boykin Spaniel requires average grooming effort. |
Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between Kooikerhondje, Brittany, and Boykin Spaniel. Which drools least? | The Kooikerhondje is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. | The Brittany is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. | The Boykin Spaniel is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. |
Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between Kooikerhondje, Brittany, and Boykin Spaniel. Which has least natural smell? | Medium ⏺ The Kooikerhondje has an average chance of bad smell. | Medium ⏺ The Brittany has an average chance of bad smell. | Medium ⏺ The Boykin Spaniel has an average chance of bad smell. |
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between Kooikerhondje, Brittany, and Boykin Spaniel. How do their fur characteristics differ? |
Waterproof Wavy Thick Straight | Feathered | Feathered |
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between Kooikerhondje, Brittany, and Boykin Spaniel. Which requires most frequent baths? | 3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. | 6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. | 6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. |
Shedding Level
Who sheds more Kooikerhondje or Brittany or Boykin Spaniel? Kooikerhondje or Brittany or {name3 shedding: | Kooikerhondje dogs shed moderately. | Brittany dogs are low shedders. | Boykin Spaniel dogs shed moderately. |
Kooikerhondje vs Brittany vs Boykin Spaniel Good With Comparison
Child Compatibility
Compare child-friendliness between Kooikerhondje, Brittany, and Boykin Spaniel. Which is best with kids? | Kooikerhondje dogs are kid-friendly dogs. | Brittany dogs are very kid-friendly dogs. | Boykin Spaniel dogs are kid-friendly dogs. |
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Pet Compatibility
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets? | Kooikerhondje dogs are generally with other pets. | Brittany dogs are generally with other pets. | Boykin Spaniel dogs are generally with other pets. |
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Kooikerhondje or Brittany or Boykin Spaniel? Which dog is more friendly? | Kooikerhondje dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs. | Brittany dogs are average friendly towards strangers. | Boykin Spaniel dogs are average friendly towards strangers. |
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Kooikerhondje or Brittany or Boykin Spaniel? | Kooikerhondje dogs are average friendly towards cats. | Brittany dogs are average friendly towards cats. | Boykin Spaniel dogs are average friendly towards cats. |
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Kooikerhondje or Brittany or Boykin Spaniel? | Kooikerhondje dogs are average friendly towards other dogs. | Brittany dogs are very dog-friendly dogs. | Boykin Spaniel dogs are average friendly towards other dogs. |
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Kooikerhondje vs Brittany vs Boykin Spaniel? |
Yes Kooikerhondje dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality. |
Yes Brittany dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality. |
Yes Boykin Spaniel dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality. |
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office? |
No Kooikerhondje is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
No Brittany is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
No Boykin Spaniel is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people? | Kooikerhondjes are usually recommended for elderly people. | Brittanys are one of the best breeds for elderly people. | Boykin Spaniels are usually recommended for elderly people. |
Kooikerhondje vs Brittany vs Boykin Spaniel As a Working Dog Comparison
Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between Kooikerhondje, Brittany, and Boykin Spaniel. Which is best suited for service work? | Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. | Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. | Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. |
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Therapy Work Suitability
Compare therapy dog potential between Kooikerhondje, Brittany, and Boykin Spaniel. Which excels in therapy work? | Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. | Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. | Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. |
Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between Kooikerhondje, Brittany, and Boykin Spaniel. Which has best nose work ability? | Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases. | Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases. | Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases. |
Search & Rescue Potential
Compare search and rescue potential between Kooikerhondje, Brittany, and Boykin Spaniel. Which is best for SAR work? | Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog. | Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog. | Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog. |
Maritime Work Ability
Compare boating aptitude between Kooikerhondje, Brittany, and Boykin Spaniel. Which is best suited for water work? | Not really Kooikerhondje breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. | Not really Brittany breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. | Yes Boykin Spaniel breed usually likes being on a boat. |
Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between Kooikerhondje, Brittany, and Boykin Spaniel. Which is best for draft work? | Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. | Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. | Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. |
Military Service Background
Compare military service history of Kooikerhondje, Brittany, and Boykin Spaniel. Which has most military use? | Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog. | Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog. | Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog. |
Kooikerhondje vs Brittany vs Boykin Spaniel Reproducibility Comparison
Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of Kooikerhondje, Brittany, and Boykin Spaniel. Which has most puppies? | 5-7 puppies | 1-11 puppies, average 6 | 5-7 puppies |
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Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of Kooikerhondje, Brittany, and Boykin Spaniel. Any breeding differences? | 60-64 days See more. | 60-64 days See more. | 60-64 days See more. |
Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between Kooikerhondje, Brittany, and Boykin Spaniel. What's recommended? | Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. | Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. | Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. |
Kooikerhondje vs Brittany vs Boykin Spaniel Recognition Comparison
AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for Kooikerhondje, Brittany, and Boykin Spaniel. How are they classified? | Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2018 as a Sporting breed. | Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1934 as a Sporting breed. | Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2009 as a Sporting breed. |
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FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for Kooikerhondje, Brittany, and Boykin Spaniel. How are they classified internationally? | Not recognized by FCI. | Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the Continental Pointing Dogs section. | Not recognized by FCI. |
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of Kooikerhondje, Brittany, and Boykin Spaniel. Which has most recognition? |
American Canine Registry America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. United Kennel Club American Rare Breed Association Foundation Stock Service |
American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club |
American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club United Kennel Club |
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