Playful
Stubborn
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Devoted
Lively
Trainable
Quiet
Faithful
Clever

Intelligent
Confident
Affectionate
Patient
Loyal
Gentle
Strong
Willed
Fearless
Faithful

Mini English Cockers are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

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

Mini English Cockers are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

Great Berneses make excellent watchdogs - they're vocal and protective of their territory.

English Cocker Spaniel and Dachshund

Great Bernese and Great Pyrenees

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International Designer Canine Registry®

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Unknown

Mid 1900s

Brown
Amber

Brown

Black
Brown

Black

Black
Cream
Pied
Brown
Red
Fawn

Black
White
Brown
Gray
Red

Mini English Cockers have medium-length coats.

Great Berneses have longer coats compared to most dogs.

A Mini English Cocker can have a litter of 4-8 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 Great Bernese can have a litter of 6-9 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.

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

Great Berneses are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

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

The Great Bernese breed is generally very healthy, requiring minimal vet visits. Still, it's important to keep an eye on their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

Canine Hip Dysplasia (Chd)
Epilepsy
Renal Dysplasia
Von Willebrand's Disease
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Dilated Cardiomyopathy (DCM)

Bloat
Histicytosis
Addison's Disease
Meningitis
Joint conditions

Cataracts
Canine Glaucoma
Otitis Interna and Media

Entropion
Cataracts
Epilepsy
Cerebellar Abiotrophy
Kidney Problems
Color Dilution Alopecia
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

Ear Examination
X-ray imaging
CT or MRI scan
Electrocardiogram
Complete Blood Count
Buccal Mucosal Screening
Complete Physical Examination
Full Chemistry Panel Tests and Blood Count
Physical and Neurologic Examination
Complete Ophthalmologic Examination

Biopsy
Electrocardiogram
Spinal Tap
Internal Imaging (x-ray, CT scan, MRI, etc.)
Blood And Urine Analysis
Blood and Urine Tests
Neurological Testing
Orthopedic Exam
Ocular Exam
Skin and Hair Exams

Mini English Cockers need only a small amount of physical activity, ideal for busy or elderly people or those with limited space.

Great Berneses need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Mini English Cocker, it's at least 7 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 Great Bernese, it's at least 11 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Mini English Cockers usually need at least 60 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most Great Berneses usually need at least 45 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

Mini English Cocker should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Ideally, Great Bernese should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Dematter
Nail Clipper

For an average 20-25 pound (9 - 11 kg) Mini English Cocker feed 1.5 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 85-115 pound (39 - 52 kg) Great Bernese feed 4 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 Mini English Cocker is somewhere $1.40 - $2.80 per day.

The average cost of a Great Bernese is somewhere $3.90 - $4.20 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Mini English Cocker is between $36 - $45. This makes an average of $432 - $540 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 Great Bernese is between $112 - $126. This makes an average of $1344 - $1512 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.

Mini English Cocker is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

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

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.

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

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

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

Great Berneses are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Mini English Cockers are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

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