Belgian Laekenois has average obesity risk, needs balanced diet, daily walks, and weight monitoring.

English Cocker Spaniel tends to gain weight easily, needs increased exercise and playtime along with controlled food intake.

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Choose a Belgian Laekenois if you want a top-notch watchdog. This breed takes guarding seriously, and may not require much training, though obedience or guard dog training can improve their skills.

English Cocker Spaniels make excellent watchdogs - they're vocal and protective of their territory.

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Belgian Laekenoiss have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

English Cocker Spaniels have longer coats compared to most dogs.

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Belgian Laekenoiss are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

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

Belgian Laekenoiss are susceptible to health issues like all breeds, so it's important to monitor their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

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

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

English Cocker Spaniels are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Belgian Laekenois dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

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

Belgian Laekenois dogs are highly protective and make excellent guard dogs due to their strong instinct to defend their territory and owners, and their high level of vigilance.

English Cocker Spaniel dogs may not be the best choice as guard dogs because they do not have a strong instinct to defend their territory.

Belgian Laekenoiss 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.

English Cocker Spaniels 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.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Belgian Laekenois, 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 Cocker Spaniel, it's at least 9 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

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For an average 55-65 pound (25 - 29 kg) Belgian Laekenois 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.

For an average 28-34 pound (13 - 15 kg) English Cocker Spaniel feed 2.8 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 Belgian Laekenois is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

The average cost of an English Cocker Spaniel is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Belgian Laekenois is between $55 - $73. This makes an average of $660 - $876 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 Cocker Spaniel 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 and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

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

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

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

Belgian Laekenoiss are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

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

Belgian Laekenoiss are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

English Cocker Spaniels are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

Belgian Laekenoiss are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

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

Belgian Laekenoiss are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

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

The Belgian Laekenois is highly intelligent and eager to please, making it a great choice for both novice and experienced dog owners due to its easy trainability.

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