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

Calm
Energetic
Vocal
Docile
Friendly

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

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

Chinese Crested and Cocker Spaniel

Spitz-type

Unknown

1950s

Brown

Hazel
Brown

Black

Black
Brown

Black
Blue
Cream
White
Brown
Red
Silver

Black
Brown
Gray

Wavy

Straight

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.

A Lapponian Herder 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.

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

Lapponian Herders are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

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

The Lapponian Herder 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.

Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Hip Dysplasia

Ear Infections
Skin Allergies

Deafness

Gastric Torsion
Hip Dysplasia

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

Blood Test
Hip X-Rays

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

Lapponian Herder has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

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

Lapponian Herders sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

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.

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

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.

In general most Lapponian Herders 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.

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

The Lapponian Herder has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Comb
Scissors
Nail Clipper

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.

For an average 60-70 pound (27 - 32 kg) Lapponian Herder 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 Crested Cocker is somewhere $1.40 - $1.70 per day.

The average cost of a Lapponian Herder is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

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.

The average per month expenses of a Lapponian Herder 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 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.

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

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

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

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

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

Lapponian Herders are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

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

Lapponian Herders are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.

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

Lapponian Herders are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.