Playful
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Outgoing
Affectionate
Gentle
Trainable
Quiet
Faithful

Alert
Fearless
Protective
Devoted
Good-natured
Selfish
Confidence

Siberian Cockers are heavy shedders, but regular brushing can help manage shedding and promote a healthy coat.

Greater Swiss Mountains shed very little hair, making them a great choice for those who dislike excess hair in the house.

Siberian Cockers are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

Choose a Greater Swiss Mountain 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.

Siberian Husky, American Cocker Spaniel

Roman Mastiff

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Ancient Times

Blue
Hazel
Brown

Hazel
Brown
Amber

Black

Black

Siberian Cockers are known for their coat length.

Greater Swiss Mountains have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

A Siberian 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 Greater Swiss Mountain 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.

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

Greater Swiss Mountains have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

Ectropion
Cardiomyopathy
Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Cataracts
Liver Disease
Hip Dysplasia
Bladder Stones
Congenital Heart Disease
Phosphofructokinase (PFK) Deficiency
Kidney Stones

Gastric Torsion
Hip And Elbow Dysplasia
Osteochondritis Dissecans

Otitis Externa
Cherry Eye
Allergies
Hypothyroidism

Distichiasis

Full Physical Examination
Blood Sugar and Thyroid Tests
Chest X-rays
Eye and Ear Examination
Free Thyroxine (T4) Levels

Eye
Hip
Elbow
X-Rays
Physical Examination

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

Greater Swiss Mountains thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

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

Greater Swiss Mountains need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

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

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

Playing fetch, Fetch, Runnig, Training

Eating Snacks, Rough Housing, Play, Nap, Sniffing, Walk, Hike, Training, Tug-of-war, Case

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Siberian Cocker, it's at least 8 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 Greater Swiss Mountain, it's at least 12 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

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

The Greater Swiss Mountain is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

Slicker Brush
Comb
Scissors
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

For an average 30-40 pound (14 - 18 kg) Siberian 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 115-140 pound (52 - 64 kg) Greater Swiss Mountain feed 4.5 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 Siberian Cocker is somewhere $1.30 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of a Greater Swiss Mountain is somewhere $4.20 - $4.90 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Siberian Cocker is between $42 - $42. This makes an average of $504 - $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 Greater Swiss Mountain is between $126 - $147. This makes an average of $1512 - $1764 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.

Siberian Cocker is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

Greater Swiss Mountain has below average obedience intelligence, but they excel in understanding human emotions.

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.

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

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

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

Greater Swiss Mountains are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

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

Greater Swiss Mountains are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

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

Greater Swiss Mountains have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.