Active
Strung
Energetic
Loyal

Playful
Happy
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Lively
Tempered
Sweet
Trainable
Quiet
Faithful

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

Crested Cockers are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

English Foxhound, Bloodhound, Virginia Coonhound

Chinese Crested and Cocker Spaniel

1700's

Unknown

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Black
Brown
Red
Cream
White
Brindle

Black
Blue
Cream
White
Brown
Red
Silver

Straight

Wavy

An American English Coonhound can have a litter of 10-12 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.

A Crested Cocker can have a litter of 2-5 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.

American English Coonhounds have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

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

Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Hip And Elbow Dysplasia

Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Hip Dysplasia

Ear Infections

Deafness

X-Rays
Eye examination
Full Physical Examination

Hearing
Orthopedic
Urine and Blood Analysis
Brain Auditory Evoked Response (BAER)
Internal Imaging (x-ray, CT scan, MRI, etc.)
Ophthalmic

American English Coonhound has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Crested Cocker has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

American English Coonhounds are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

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

American English Coonhounds 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.

Crested 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.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For American English Coonhound, it's at least 10 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 Crested Cocker, it's at least 7 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most American English Coonhounds 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.

In general most Crested Cockers 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.

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

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

Slicker Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 40-65 pound (18 - 29 kg) American English Coonhound 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.

For an average 17-25 pound (8 - 11 kg) Crested Cocker feed 2 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 an American English Coonhound is somewhere $2.80 - $3.20 per day.

The average cost of a Crested Cocker is somewhere $1.40 - $1.70 per day.

The average per month expenses of an American English Coonhound is between $84 - $95. This makes an average of $1008 - $1140 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 Crested Cocker is between $42 - $50. This makes an average of $504 - $600 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.

American English Coonhounds are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

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

American English Coonhounds are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

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

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

Crested Cockers are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

American English Coonhounds are less friendly towards other dogs, but can improve with socialization.

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

American English Coonhounds are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

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

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

Crested Cockers are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.