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Name	Flat-Coated Retriever	Pug	English Pointer
Origins	United Kingdom	China	England
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Group	Gun Dog	Companion Dogs	Gun Dog
Popularity Rank	96	31	113
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Flatte Flattie Flatcoat	Carlin Chinese Pug Dutch Bulldog Dutch Mastiff Mini Mastiff Mops	English Pointer
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Flat-Coated Retriever vs Pug vs English Pointer breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Flat-Coated Retriever vs Pug vs English Pointer Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Flat-Coated Retriever or Pug or English Pointer? Which is the smallest dog, Flat-Coated Retriever or Pug or English Pointer?	Large	Small	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Flat-Coated Retriever or Pug or Pug? Flat-Coated Retriever vs Pug vs English Pointer weight comparison:	60-70 pounds (27-32 kg)	Male: 13-20 pounds (6-9 kg), Female: 13-18 pounds (6-8 kg)	44-66 pounds (20-30 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	65 pounds (29.5 kg)	Male: 16.5 pounds (7.5 kg), Female: 15.5 pounds (7 kg)	55 pounds (25 kg)
Height Which is taller, Flat-Coated Retriever or Pug or English Pointer? Flat-Coated Retriever vs Pug vs English Pointer height comparison:	22-23 inches (56-58 cm)	Male: 12-14 inches (30-36 cm), Female: 10-12 inches (25-30 cm)	Male: 22-24 inches (55-62 cm), Female: 21-24 inches (54-60 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 23 inches (58,5 cm), Female: 22 inches (56 cm)	Male: 13 inches (33 cm), Female: 11 inches (27.5 cm)	Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 22.5 inches (57 cm)

Flat-Coated Retriever vs Pug vs English Pointer Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Flat-Coated Retriever or Pug or English Pointer? Which is more expensive?	$1000-$1200	$300-$500	$400-$500
Availability Which is easier to get, Flat-Coated Retriever or Pug or English Pointer?	Very frequent: The Flat-Coated Retriever is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Pug is quite easy to get.	Frequent: The English Pointer is easier than average to get.

Flat-Coated Retriever vs Pug vs English Pointer Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Flat-Coated Retriever vs Pug vs English Pointer intelligence:	Very smart: Flat-Coated Retriever is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Flat-Coated Retriever vs Pug vs English Pointer trainability comparison.	Flat-Coated Retriever dogs are easy to train. See more.	A slightly harder to train than average. See more.	English Pointer dogs are very easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Flat-Coated Retriever or Pug or English Pointer?	Flat-Coated Retriever dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Pug dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	English Pointer dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Flat-Coated Retriever or Pug or English Pointer? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Flat-Coated Retriever dogs are average defenders. See more.	Pug dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	English Pointer dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
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Flat-Coated Retriever vs Pug vs English Pointer Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Flat-Coated Retriever or Pug or English Pointer? Flat-Coated Retriever vs Pug vs English Pointer behavior/temperament comparison:	Intelligent Confident Friendly Outgoing Devoted Optimistic	Playful Courageous Intelligent Friendly Affectionate Loyal Gentle Going Cheerful	Active Intelligent Affectionate Loyal Outright Tempered Kind Amiable
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Sensitive: Flat-Coated Retriever dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	Pug dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	English Pointer dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Flat-Coated Retriever vs Pug vs English Pointer?	High: Flat-Coated Retriever dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Pug dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: English Pointer dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Flat-Coated Retriever vs Pug vs English Pointer social needs comparison:	Flat-Coated Retriever dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Pug dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	English Pointer dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	The wanderlust potential of the Flat-Coated Retriever is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Pug dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	English Pointer dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Flat-Coated Retriever dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen. See more.	Pug dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen. See more.	English Pointer dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Flat-Coated Retriever vs Pug vs English Pointer Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Flat-Coated Retriever vs Pug vs English Pointer playfulness comparison:	The Flat-Coated Retriever is a highly playful breed. See more.	Average: Pugs, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The English Pointer is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Flat-Coated Retriever vs Pug vs English Pointer?	Average: The Flat-Coated Retriever barks occasionally. See more.	Average: The Pug barks occasionally. See more.	Average: The English Pointer barks occasionally. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Flat-Coated Retriever or Pug or English Pointer?	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Flat-Coated Retriever breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Pug breed.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the English Pointer breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Flat-Coated Retriever vs Pug vs English Pointer Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Flat-Coated Retriever dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Pug dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	English Pointer dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Flat-Coated Retriever or Pug or English Pointer?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Pug dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Flat-Coated Retriever vs Pug vs English Pointer Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Flat-Coated Retriever or Pug or English Pointer?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Flat-Coated Retriever bite force: Ordinary.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Pug bite force: Weak.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ English Pointer bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	Low 🔽 The Flat-Coated Retriever has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Pug has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The English Pointer has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Flat-Coated Retriever vs Pug vs English Pointer mouthiness comparison:	Flat-Coated Retriever dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Pug dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	English Pointer dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.

Flat-Coated Retriever vs Pug vs English Pointer Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Flat-Coated Retriever vs Pug vs English Pointer health comparison. Which is the healthier: Flat-Coated Retriever vs Pug vs English Pointer?	Very healthy dog breed.	Very healthy dog breed.	English Pointers tend to have a lot and frequent health issues.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Flat-Coated Retriever vs Pug vs English Pointer? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Flat-Coated Retriever vs Pug vs English Pointer health problems comparison:	Cancer	Hip Dysplasia Legg-perthes Disease Patellar Luxation Allergies Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Entropion Vaccination Sensitivity Demodectic Mange Distichiasis Corneal Ulcers Dry Eye Hemi-vertebrae Cheyletiella Dermatitis Nerve Degeneration Proptosis Pug Dog Encephalitis Staphylococcus Infection Yeast Infection	No data available
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Rare The Flat-Coated Retriever should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Rare The Pug should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Frequent The English Pointer should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Flat-Coated Retriever vs Pug vs English Pointer lifespan comparison. How long do Flat-Coated Retriever, Pug and English Pointer breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	9-13 years The average lifespan of Flat-Coated Retriever: 11 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Pug: 13 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of English Pointer: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Flat-Coated Retriever vs Pug vs English Pointer?	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Flat-Coated Retriever can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.

Flat-Coated Retriever vs Pug vs English Pointer Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Flat-Coated Retriever or Pug or English Pointer? Flat-Coated Retriever vs Pug vs English Pointer energy level comparison:	Flat-Coated Retriever dogs are high-energy dogs.	Pug dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.	English Pointer dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Flat-Coated Retriever vs Pug vs English Pointer exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Flat-Coated Retriever or Pug or English Pointer? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Flat-Coated Retriever dogs need a lot of exercises.	Pug dogs exercise need is minimal.	English Pointer dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Flat-Coated Retriever or Pug or English Pointer?	Flat-Coated Retriever dogs don't need too much sleep.	Pug dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	English Pointer dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Flat-Coated Retriever vs Pug vs English Pointer Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Flat-Coated Retriever or Pug or English Pointer?	3-4 cup high-quality commercial dog food (that is formulated for large-breed dogs), divided into two meals.	1/2 to 1 cup dry food a day.	2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Flat-Coated Retriever vs Pug vs English Pointer weight gain potential comparison:	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Flat-Coated Retriever's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	High: The Pug breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	Average: The English Pointer has an average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Flat-Coated Retriever vs Pug vs English Pointer Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Flat-Coated Retriever vs Pug vs English Pointer coat comparison:	Thick Shiny	Fine	Dense
Colors What are the original Flat-Coated Retriever, Pug and English Pointer color?	Black Liver	Black Fawn	Black White Brown Yellow
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Flat-Coated Retriever or Pug or English Pointer? Flat-Coated Retriever vs Pug vs English Pointer grooming comparison:	Easy to groom: The Flat-Coated Retriever doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Pug requires minimal grooming. See more.	Effortless: The English Pointer requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Flat-Coated Retriever or Pug or English Pointer? Flat-Coated Retriever or Pug or {name3 shedding:	Flat-Coated Retriever dogs shed moderately. See more.	Pug dogs shed above average. See more.	English Pointer dogs shed none to minimal. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Flat-Coated Retriever or Pug or English Pointer?	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.
Hypoallergenic Flat-Coated Retriever vs Pug vs English Pointer hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Flat-Coated Retriever vs Pug vs English Pointer?	Medium ⏺ The Flat-Coated Retriever has an average chance of bad smell.	High 🔼 The Pug has a high chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The English Pointer has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Flat-Coated Retriever is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The Pug is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The English Pointer is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Flat-Coated Retriever vs Pug vs English Pointer Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Flat-Coated Retriever dogs are generally with other pets.	Pug dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.	English Pointer dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Flat-Coated Retriever or Pug or English Pointer? Which dog is more friendly?	Flat-Coated Retriever dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Pug dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	English Pointer dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Flat-Coated Retriever or Pug or English Pointer?	Flat-Coated Retriever dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Pug dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	English Pointer dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Flat-Coated Retriever or Pug or English Pointer?	Flat-Coated Retriever dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Pug dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	English Pointer dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Flat-Coated Retriever or Pug or English Pointer?	Flat-Coated Retriever dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Pug dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	English Pointer dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Flat-Coated Retriever vs Pug vs English Pointer?	Yes Flat-Coated Retriever dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	No Pug dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.	Yes English Pointer dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Flat-Coated Retriever is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Pug is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No English Pointer is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Flat-Coated Retrievers are usually recommended for elderly people.	Pugs are usually recommended for elderly people.	English Pointers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Flat-Coated Retriever vs Pug vs English Pointer As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Flat-Coated Retriever or Pug or English Pointer? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
Therapy Dog Breeds
Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR) Which one could be a search and rescue dog?	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Yes This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Flat-Coated Retriever vs Pug vs English Pointer?	Yes Flat-Coated Retriever breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Not really Pug breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really English Pointer breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Fighting Dog / Military Dog	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Flat-Coated Retriever vs Pug vs English Pointer Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.
Litter Size How many puppies can Flat-Coated Retriever and Pug and English Pointer have?	4-8 puppies	2-4 puppies	4-6 puppies
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Flat-Coated Retriever vs Pug vs English Pointer Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1915 as a Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Toy breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1878 as a Sporting breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Retrievers section.	Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Small Molossian type Dogs section.	Not recognized by FCI.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	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 Canadian 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	No data available

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