English Toy Spaniel has high obesity risk, needs regular exercise and food control to maintain healthy weight.

Koolie has average risk of obesity, needs daily walks and quality diet to maintain healthy weight.

Affectionate
Happy
Playful
Gentle
Loving
Reserved

Dominant
Dedicated
Temperate
Diligent
Intelligent
Affectionate

England

Australia

spaniel

Collie-type Herding Dog, Dingo

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

America's Pet Registry
Australian National Kennel Council
Dog Registry of America Inc.

1600s

1800s

Toy (AKC:1886)

Working, Herding

Brown

Blue
Hazel
Brown
Amber

Black

Blue
Black
Brown
Isabella

Black
Brown
Red
Pied

Black
Brown
Red
Blue

English Toy Spaniels have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Koolies have short coats.

An English Toy Spaniel can have a litter of 10-14 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 Koolie can have a litter of 16-18 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.

English Toy Spaniels are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

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

English Toy Spaniels are susceptible to health issues like all breeds, so it's important to monitor their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

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

Entropion
Anesthesia Sensitivity/Allergy

Deafness
Congenital Eye Defects

Cataracts
Retinal Dysplasia

Canine Hip Dysplasia (Chd)
Skin Allergies

Blood Test
Eye Examination
Allergy Tests

Skin Evaluation
Eye Examinations
BAER Testing
X-rays or other radiographic imaging

English Toy Spaniels have low energy levels, ideal for a relaxed lifestyle.

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

English Toy Spaniel has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

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

English Toy Spaniels require minimal physical activity for a healthy lifestyle.

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

English Toy Spaniels require significant sleep and enjoy a relaxed lifestyle with daytime naps.

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

English Toy Spaniel minimally drools, ideal for those who dislike drool marks on clothing.

Koolie has low drooling tendency, suitable for those who dislike drool marks.

The English Toy Spaniel is a vocal breed that frequently barks and howls, and may not be suitable for those seeking a quiet companion.

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

While English Toy Spaniel dogs can defend their territory or owners, it's not their primary trait, and they are not ideal guard dogs.

Koolie dogs are highly protective and make excellent guard dogs due to their strong instinct to defend their territory and owners, and their high level of vigilance.

English Toy Spaniels 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.

Koolies 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 English Toy Spaniel, it's at least 6 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 Koolie, it's at least 15 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most English Toy Spaniels 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 Koolies 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 English Toy Spaniel requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

The Koolie has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

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

Koolie 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

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 8-14 pound (4 - 6 kg) English Toy Spaniel feed 0.8 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 33-53 pound (15 - 24 kg) Koolie 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 an English Toy Spaniel is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

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

The average per month expenses of an English Toy Spaniel is between $28 - $42. This makes an average of $336 - $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 Koolie 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.

English Toy Spaniels have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

English Toy Spaniels make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

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

English Toy Spaniels have an average level of friendliness towards children.

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

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

Koolies are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.