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Blue Roan Cocker Spaniel Vs. Kings Charles Spaniel- All that you want to know

by Biswaindu
April 12, 2023
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Blue roan cocker spaniel vs. kings Charles spaniel- all that you want to know
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Introduction

 

Originally bred as a hunter’s companion to hunt and retrieve water birds, today there are 15 known breeds of cocker spaniel recognized by the AKC, out of which the blue roan cocker spaniels and kings charles spaniels are most popular. 

 

Definition of Blue Roan Cocker Spaniel and King Charles Spaniel

 

The blue roan cocker spaniel is a member of the spaniel family with a distinctive coat pattern. Unlike what their name suggests, roan is not blue but has a grayish tinge of fur on a black body giving them a bluish tint. In addition to blue, orange, brown, and black and brown roans are other species of the spaniel variety exhibiting a roan pattern. 

King Charles Spaniel is a small breed dog of the spaniel variety that derives its name from its royal reference to King Charles of Great Britain. Being a combination of the toy and the larger-sized spaniel, the king charles spaniel is known for its color patterns and unique markings.

The breed is notable for its four distinct color patterns, each of which, at various times, was associated with a particular noble family. E.g., chestnut markings on a white background for Blenheim, black markings on white background for Tricolor, black with tan markings for Black and Tan, and a rich red coat representing Tricolor.

 

Overview of the similarities and differences between the two breeds

 

Physical Characteristics

 

A. Size and Weight Comparison

 

Blue Roan is a medium-sized cocker spaniel with a slender – athletic build depending on whether its pedigree is American or English. The average height of a blue roan to the withers is between 38-41 cm with a weight ranging from 13-14.5kgs. 

Males are of a slightly larger build than females. A male blue roan has an average length of 15 inches and a weight of 28 pounds/13 kg. Female roan, in comparison, reaches a height of 14 inches with a weight of 25 pounds / 11 kgs.

Male and female cocker spaniels have the same size despite the male looking slightly bigger because of ruffled fur. The approximate size of a king charles ranges from 9-11 inches with an average weight ranging from 8-14 pounds / 3.6-6.4 kg irrespective of their sex.

Blue Roan Cocker Spaniel Vs. Kings Charles Spaniel- All that you want to know

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7 – withers of a blue roan cocker spaniel

 

Characteristics  Blue roan  King Charles 
Overall Size  longish features  Squarish features
Length  13-14.5 inches  9-11 inches 
Weight  11-14.5 kgs  3.6-6.4 kgs 
Impact of gender on size Males are slightly larger than females Males and females have the same size

 

B. Coat Color and Texture Comparison

 

The blue roan cocker spaniel is predominantly black and white with a layering of black-white hairs in equal amounts. Keeping in mind that roan is a coat pattern with a primary base color into which different color hairs are added that mute the base color, a blue roan at first glance may look slightly white mixed with gray. 

The coat of a blue roan has smooth and silky hairs that look wavy near the ears and on the neck. The fur needs to be combed regularly to avoid knots and tangles.

Kings Spaniels can either have a chestnut or white coat, a solid red coat, a black and tan coat, or a coat of black and white with tan markings. The coat is smooth and wavy with mid-length fur.

 

Characteristics  Blue roan  King Charles
Types of coat pattern Single pattern  Four variable patterns
Color of coat  Black mixed with white  Chestnut with a white, black, and tan mix of black/tan/white, solid red
texture smooth texture with a layering of hairs Wavy texture with a tendency to form curls
Maintenance  Regular brushing at least twice in 5 days  Daily brushing required

 

C. Facial Features Comparison

Blue roan cocker spaniel vs. kings Charles spaniel- all that you want to know

Stop, eyes, eyebrows, occiput, lips, muzzle, and nose form the significant portions of canine’s facial features that vary to a mild and moderate extent in both breeds. 

Roans have angular faces with a more prominent muzzle and nose. Because of the even color of fur around the eyes, the eyebrows are indistinct.

King Charles Spaniels have rounder faces with flatter muzzles and noses. Unlike roans, they have prominent eyebrows that are especially evident in breeds with tan pigment

Characteristics  Blue Roan King Charles
Stop  Angular  Roundish 
eyes Almond shaped  More roundish in shape 
Eyebrows Indistinct Distinct eyebrows of a brown color 
Lips  Slightly more prominent Less prominent 
Muzzle  Elongated muzzle  Flatter Muzzle 
Nose  Darker, bigger nose A smaller nose that can be dark or of a reddish hue 

 

Temperament and Personality

 

Factors like Energy, Affectionate levels, and Trainability determine the temperament of either breed. Let’s discuss them better.

 

A. Energy Level Comparison

 

Blue roans have a good energy level and need about 30 calories per pound of body weight daily to maintain optimal weight. 

Kings Charles Spaniels are not an overly active species. But keeping in mind their higher metabolic rate, they require approximately 40 calories per pound or 520 calories on a daily basis. 

 

Parameters  Blue Roan adult Kings Cavalier Spaniels adult 
Energy levels  High  moderate
Daily Energy Requirement 30 cal/pound body weight 40 cal/pound body weight
Metabolic rate  moderate On higher side
Daily exercise time  Approx 70 mins walk Approx 4o mins of walks 

 

B. Affectionate Level Comparison

 

Roans are an affectionate breed that does well with kids. They are known for their mouthiness and sassiness and need to please their owners. 

King Charles is a gentle breed that loves to be with kids. They don’t make much noise and are the happiest when surrounded by loved ones of younger and older age groups. 

 

Parameters  Blue Roans  Kings Charles Spaniels 
Affectionate nature Enjoy affection and attention Friendly and companionable
Type  Boisterous  Gentle and quiet 
Kid-friendly  Moderately fond of kids  Very good with kids 
Protective  Moderately protective Not protective 
Barkers  Avid barkers  Cannot be considered excessive barkers 

 

C. Trainability Comparison 

 

Blue Roans can be trained using positive reinforcement methods. But they get over-excited and distracted easily, because of which owners should not extend the training sessions for more than an hour in one session. 

King Charles Spaniels are relatively easy to train primarily because of their show-dog genes and respond best to reward-based training methods.

 

Training Parameters  Blue Roans  Kings Charles Spaniels
Trainability  Need patience and consistency from owners during training period Relatively easy
Ideal training method Obedience training and positive reinforcement  Reward-based training 
Ideal age of training  8 weeks  7-10 weeks
Training behavior exhibited  Get over-excited and distracted easily  Calm behaviors that make it easy to train them
How long can they be left alone Not more than four hours  Can be left alone for 4-8 hours

 

Grooming and Care Requirements

A. Coat Maintenance Comparison

 

To maintain their coats, Blue Roans must be groomed every 4-6 weeks. They can be bathed weekly or bi-weekly to preserve the shine of their fur. The ears need special trimming to get rid of knots.

King Charles Spaniels need to be brushed daily to keep their coats shining. Because of their show-breed origin, they do not require trimming of body fur. Only a light trim at the bottom of their coats. They can be bathed weekly if needed. 

 

Coat Maintenance Parameters  Blue Roan  King Charles Spaniel
Brushing  Weekly / once in 4-5 days Daily 
Trimming  Once in 3 months  Light trim at the coats bottom every 5-6 months
Bathing  Bi-weekly  Weekly 

 

B. Exercise Needs Comparison

 

Blue Roan Cocker Spaniels have higher energy levels and can easily manage more than an hour’s exercise through walks and hikes. They can walk long distances and have an average sleep requirement of 12-14 hours daily.

King Charles Spaniels have comparatively lower energy levels and, because of their short legs, can’t walk long distances. They need more sleep time of 12-18 hours, with older dogs sleeping for 20 hours a day.

 

Exercise Parameters  Blue Roan  Kings Charles Spaniel
Daily exercise time  Approx 60-70 minutes  Around 40-50 minutes
Hiking  Can manage a half-day hike  Can comfortably hike 2-3 miles 
Protein requirement  15-23% dry protein in daily diet  18-20% dry protein in daily diet
Energy- levels  High energy levels  Low energy levels 
sleep – requirements  12-14 hours daily  12-18 hours daily 

C. Health Concerns Comparison 

 

Health Concerns  Blue Roan Cocker Spaniel King Charles Spaniel
Life Expectancy 12-14 years  9-14 years
Eye Problems  Acute Closed Angle Glaucoma  Cataracts, Dry Eyes, Corneal Dystrophy
Shedding  Moderate – Severe  Mild – Moderate 
Skin Problems  Allergies, oily skin conditions  Dryness of skin. ichthyosis
Joint problem  Prone to Osteoarthritis  Prone to Hip Dysplasia 
Heart Risks  Prone to Dilated Cardiomyopathy  Prone to Mitral Valve Disease
Cancerous risks  Lymphoma and Melanoma  Syringomyelia 

Conclusion

 

While Social media, trends, and the hype about their goofy personalities are some of the chief reasons for the hike in popularity, misinformation or lack of information has led to a lot of confusion regarding the blue roan cocker spaniel and the king charles spaniel. Before learning in detail about their distinguishable qualities, it is essential to have a brief idea about them.

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Biswaindu is a freelance writer and loves to write on topics related to Health, Wellness, and Spirituality. He is a graduate in Electrical Engineering and writes well about Technical Product Reviews too.

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