Is the Boykin Spaniel or the English Cocker Spaniel better for families with children?

Both the Boykin Spaniel and the English Cocker Spaniel are considered good with children when properly socialised and supervised.

Which sheds more, the Boykin Spaniel or the English Cocker Spaniel?

The Boykin Spaniel and English Cocker Spaniel shed a similar amount (medium).

Both breeds have comparable trainability. Consistency and positive reinforcement work well for each.

The English Cocker Spaniel has noticeably higher grooming than the Boykin Spaniel.

Choose the Boykin Spaniel if you prefer lower grooming upkeep, you prefer a quieter dog, or you want a longer-lived breed.

Choose the English Cocker Spaniel if you simply prefer the breed — it's very closely matched with the Boykin Spaniel on temperament, size and care.

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Is the Boykin Spaniel or the English Cocker Spaniel better for families with children?: Both the Boykin Spaniel and the English Cocker Spaniel are considered good with children when properly socialised and supervised.
Which sheds more, the Boykin Spaniel or the English Cocker Spaniel?: The Boykin Spaniel and English Cocker Spaniel shed a similar amount (medium).
Which is easier to train, the Boykin Spaniel or the English Cocker Spaniel?: Both breeds have comparable trainability. Consistency and positive reinforcement work well for each.