Playful
Energetic
Protective
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Affectionate
Loyal
Tenacious
Trainable
Quiet
Faithful

Outgoing
Friendly
Brave
Passionate
Intelligent
Confident
Lively
Active
Fearless

United States

Greece

Border Collie, Cocker Spaniel

Laconikoi Kynes

DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

American Canine Registry
America's Pet Registry
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
American Canine Association, Inc.

Unknown

Ancient Times

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Brown
White
Black

Black

Border Collie Cockers are known for their coat length.

Hellenic Hounds have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

Wavy

Straight

A Border Collie 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 Hellenic Hound can have a litter of 11-12 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.

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

Hellenic Hounds have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

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

The Hellenic Hound 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.

Glaucoma
Hip Dysplasia
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

Ear Infections

None

Hip And Elbow Dysplasia

X-Rays
Physical Examination
Optical Examination
Electroretinogram (ERG)

Yearly Physical Examination
OFA on hips and elbows

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

Hellenic Hound has below average social needs and is content with spending time alone.

Border Collie Cockers are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

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

Fetch, Daily walks, Chase, Tug-of-war, Walk, Walking, Training, Play, Cuddling, Running

Run

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Border Collie Cocker, it's at least 14 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 Hellenic Hound, it's at least 10 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Border Collie Cockers 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.

In general most Hellenic Hounds 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 Border Collie Cocker requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

The Hellenic Hound has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

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

Hellenic Hound 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
Scissors
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 27-30 pound (12 - 14 kg) Border Collie Cocker 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 37-44 pound (17 - 20 kg) Hellenic Hound feed 2.3 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

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

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

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

Hellenic Hounds have an average level of friendliness towards children.

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

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

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

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

Border Collie Cockers are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Hellenic Hounds are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

Border Collie Cockers are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.

Hellenic Hounds are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.