Active
Playful
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Docile
Affectionate
Gentle
Tempered
Sweet
Trainable
Quiet
Faithful
Easygoing

Active
Protective
Trainable
Keen
Sweet
Tempered

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

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

Silky Cockers aren't great guard dogs; they tend to just watch without taking action.

Choose a Bull Terrier 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.

Maltese and American Cocker Spaniel

Bulldog, Old English Terrier

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DBR = Designer Breed Registry
DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club

Unknown

1800s

Brown

Brown

Black
Brown

Black

Black
Red
Cream
Brown

Fawn
White
Pied
Brindle
Red

Silky Cockers have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Bull Terriers have short coats.

Wavy

Straight

A Silky Cocker can have a litter of 6-8 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 Bull Terrier 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.

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

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

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

The Bull Terrier 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.

Cataracts
Retinal Dysplasia
Seborrhea
Skin Problems
Patent Ductus Arteriosus
Obesity

Deafness (Whites)
Kidney Problems
Mitral Valve Disease
Lethal Acrodermatitis

Entropion
Ectropion
Corneal Erosion
Phosphofructokinase Deficiency
Mono/Bilateral Cryptorchidism
Hydrocephalus
Skin Fold Dermatitis
Dental Disease
Portosystemic Shunt
Shaker Dog Syndrome

Entropion
Ectropion
Demodectic Mange
Eye Disease
Laryngeal Paralysis

X-Rays
Dental Examination
Physical Examination
Eye examination
Blood Tests

Cardiac
Eye
Blood Test
Hearing (Whites)
Up:Uc Ratio For Kidney Function
Skin Scraping

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

Bull Terriers' high energy levels make them unsuitable for a low-key dog, choose accordingly.

Silky Cockers need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

Bull Terriers require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

Silky Cockers bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

Bull Terrier dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

Walk, Playing

Walking, Tug of war, Fetching, Playing around, Chewing, Running, Jumping, Walk, Sniffing, Fetch, Catch treats, Play, Chase, Eating Snacks, Hiking, Sleep, Camping, Tug-of-war, Beach, Cuddling

Silky 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.

Bull Terriers 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 Silky 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 Bull Terrier, it's at least 8 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

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

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

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

Bull Terrier 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

Slicker Brush
Comb
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 14-18 pound (6 - 8 kg) Silky Cocker feed 1 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) Bull Terrier feed 2.5 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 Silky Cocker is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of a Bull Terrier is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Silky Cocker is between $35 - $42. This makes an average of $420 - $504 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 Bull Terrier is between $55 - $73. This makes an average of $660 - $876 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.

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

Bull Terrier is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

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

The Bull Terrier is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

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

Bull Terriers are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Silky Cockers are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

Bull Terriers are somewhat cat friendly and can be trained to get along with cats.

Silky Cockers are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

Bull Terriers are less friendly towards other dogs, but can improve with socialization.

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

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