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

Playful
Loving
Independent
Energetic
Protective
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Affectionate
Loyal
Gentle
Going
Social
Cheerful

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

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

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

Choose a Labahoula 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.

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Brown
Amber

Blue
Hazel
Brown
Amber

Black
Brown

Black
Brown
Isabella

Black
Cream
Pied
Brown
Red
Fawn

Sable
Fawn
Red
Black
Brindle
Red

Mini English Cockers have medium-length coats.

Labahoulas have short coats.

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 Labahoula can have a litter of 8-12 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.

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

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

Canine Hip Dysplasia

Cataracts
Canine Glaucoma
Otitis Interna and Media

Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Cataracts

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

X-ray imaging
Regular Full Physical Examination By Veterinarian
Hearing Tests
Ophthalmic Examination

Mini English Cockers are suitable for those with a balanced lifestyle as they have an average energy level.

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

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

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

Mini English Cockers 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.

Labahoulas 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 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 Labahoula, it's at least 15 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 Labahoulas usually need at least 90 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

The Mini English Cocker requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

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

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

In general Labahoula should be brushed at least once a month. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes, especially if they enjoyed it

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Deshedder
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 70-95 pound (32 - 43 kg) Labahoula feed 3.5 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 Mini English Cocker is somewhere $1.40 - $2.80 per day.

The average cost of a Labahoula is somewhere $2.50 - $2.80 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 Labahoula is between $70 - $84. This makes an average of $840 - $1008 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.

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.

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

Mini English Cockers are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

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

Mini English Cockers are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

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