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Curly-Coated Retriever vs Boykin Spaniel Comparison – Which dog is better Curly-Coated Retriever or Swamp Poodle?

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Name Curly-Coated Retriever Boykin Spaniel
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Common Names & Aliases
Compare different names used for Curly-Coated Retriever and Boykin Spaniel. What other names are these breeds known by?
No data available Swamp Poodle
Boykin
Breed Classification
Compare breed classifications between a Curly-Coated Retriever and a Boykin Spaniel. Learn about their genetic backgrounds.
Purebred Purebred

Curly-Coated Retriever vs Boykin Spaniel Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Which is bigger: a Curly-Coated Retriever or a Boykin Spaniel? Compare size differences between these breeds.
Large Medium
Weight Statistics
Compare weight ranges between a Curly-Coated Retriever and a Boykin Spaniel. Which breed is heavier?
65-80 pounds (29-36 kg) 25-40 pounds (11-18 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
72.5 pounds (32.5 kg) 32.5 pounds (14.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Curly-Coated Retriever or Boykin Spaniel? Is a Curly-Coated Retriever taller than a Boykin Spaniel?
25-27 inches (63-69 cm) 15-18 inches (38-46 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
26 inches (66 cm) 16.5 inches (42 cm)

Curly-Coated Retriever vs Boykin Spaniel Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range
Compare puppy prices between a Curly-Coated Retriever and a Boykin Spaniel. Which breed costs more?
$600-$800 $800-$1000
Availability
Which is easier to get, Curly-Coated Retriever or Boykin Spaniel?
Frequent: The Curly-Coated Retriever is easier than average to get.
Very frequent: The Boykin Spaniel is quite easy to get.

Curly-Coated Retriever vs Boykin Spaniel Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating
Which is smarter: a Curly-Coated Retriever or a Boykin Spaniel? Compare intelligence rankings and learning abilities.
Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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Training Difficulty
Which is easier to train: a Curly-Coated Retriever or a Boykin Spaniel? Compare training requirements.
Curly-Coated Retriever dogs are easy to train.
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Boykin Spaniel dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Rating
Which makes a better watchdog: a Curly-Coated Retriever or a Boykin Spaniel? Compare alertness levels.
Curly-Coated Retriever dogs are average watchdogs.
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Boykin Spaniel dogs are average watchdogs.
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Territorial Protection
Which is more protective: a Curly-Coated Retriever or a Boykin Spaniel? Compare territorial behaviors.
Curly-Coated Retriever dogs are average defenders.
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Boykin Spaniel dogs are average defenders.
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Curly-Coated Retriever vs Boykin Spaniel Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits
Compare personalities of a Curly-Coated Retriever and a Boykin Spaniel. How do their temperaments differ?
Independent
Sensitive
Intelligent
Lively
Trainable
Clever
Energetic
Intelligent
Friendly
Trainable
Eager
Companionable
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Curly-Coated Retriever vs Boykin Spaniel?
Curly-Coated Retriever dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Curly-Coated Retriever vs Boykin Spaniel?
High: Curly-Coated Retriever dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Boykin Spaniel dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Curly-Coated Retriever vs Boykin Spaniel social needs comparison:
Curly-Coated Retriever dogs are a social breed.
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Boykin Spaniel dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between Curly-Coated Retriever vs Boykin Spaniel?
The wanderlust potential of the Curly-Coated Retriever is strong enough to escape from home.
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The wanderlust potential of the Boykin Spaniel is strong enough to escape from home.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between Curly-Coated Retriever vs Boykin Spaniel? Which can be better for hunting?
Curly-Coated Retriever dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Boykin Spaniel dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals.
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Curly-Coated Retriever vs Boykin Spaniel Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency
Which breed barks more: a Curly-Coated Retriever or a Boykin Spaniel? Compare vocalization tendencies.
Average: The Curly-Coated Retriever barks occasionally.
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Average: The Boykin Spaniel barks occasionally.
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Playful Nature
Which breed is more playful: a Curly-Coated Retriever or a Boykin Spaniel? Compare play drive and energy.
Average: Curly-Coated Retrievers, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Average: Boykin Spaniels, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Apartment Adaptability
Which is better for apartments: a Curly-Coated Retriever or a Boykin Spaniel? Compare living space needs.
It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Curly-Coated Retriever indoors.
Very house-friendly dog the Boykin Spaniel breed.

Curly-Coated Retriever vs Boykin Spaniel Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability
Which adapts better to changes: a Curly-Coated Retriever or a Boykin Spaniel? Compare adaptability levels.
Curly-Coated Retriever dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Boykin Spaniel dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: Curly-Coated Retriever or Boykin Spaniel?
Curly-Coated Retriever dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Curly-Coated Retriever vs Boykin Spaniel Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment
Which has lower bite risk: a Curly-Coated Retriever or a Boykin Spaniel? Compare biting tendencies.

Low 🔽

The Curly-Coated Retriever has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Boykin Spaniel has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency
Which is more mouthy: a Curly-Coated Retriever or a Boykin Spaniel? Compare mouthing behaviors.
Curly-Coated Retriever dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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Boykin Spaniel dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Bite Strength Rating
Which has a stronger bite: a Curly-Coated Retriever or a Boykin Spaniel? Compare bite force PSI.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Curly-Coated Retriever bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Boykin Spaniel bite force: Ordinary.

Curly-Coated Retriever vs Boykin Spaniel Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Which lives longer: a Curly-Coated Retriever or a Boykin Spaniel? Compare average lifespans.
8-12 years
The average lifespan of Curly-Coated Retriever: 10 years
14-16 years
The average lifespan of Boykin Spaniel: 15 years
Climate Tolerance
Which handles weather better: a Curly-Coated Retriever or a Boykin Spaniel? Compare climate tolerances.
Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Curly-Coated Retriever can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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Health Concerns
Compare common health issues between a Curly-Coated Retriever and a Boykin Spaniel. Which breed is healthier?
Curly-Coated Retrievers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
The Boykin Spaniel is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Vet Care Frequency
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Curly-Coated Retriever vs Boykin Spaniel?
Frequent
The Curly-Coated Retriever should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Average
The Boykin Spaniel should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Curly-Coated Retriever vs Boykin Spaniel? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Curly-Coated Retriever vs Boykin Spaniel health problems comparison:
No data available Hypothyroidism
Heart Problems
Elbow Dysplasia
Heart Disease
Cushing's Syndrome

Curly-Coated Retriever vs Boykin Spaniel Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating
Which breed is more energetic: a Curly-Coated Retriever or a Boykin Spaniel? Compare activity levels.
Curly-Coated Retriever dogs are high-energy dogs.
Boykin Spaniel dogs are high-energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Curly-Coated Retriever vs Boykin Spaniel exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Curly-Coated Retriever or Boykin Spaniel? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Curly-Coated Retriever dogs have an average exercise need.
Boykin Spaniel dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Curly-Coated Retriever or Boykin Spaniel?
Curly-Coated Retriever dogs don't need too much sleep.
Boykin Spaniel dogs don't need too much sleep.

Curly-Coated Retriever vs Boykin Spaniel Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency
Which gains weight easier: a Curly-Coated Retriever or a Boykin Spaniel? Compare obesity risks.
Average: The Curly-Coated Retriever has an average risk for obesity.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Boykin Spaniel's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Food Consumption
Which eats more: a Curly-Coated Retriever or a Boykin Spaniel? Compare daily food needs.
4 to 5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 2 to 3 cups of a high-quality dog food a day.

Curly-Coated Retriever vs Boykin Spaniel Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness
Which is more hypoallergenic: a Curly-Coated Retriever or a Boykin Spaniel? Compare allergy friendliness.
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Coat Colors
What color variations exist for Curly-Coated Retriever and Boykin Spaniel? Compare breed colors.
Black
Liver
Brown
Grooming Requirements
Which needs more grooming: a Curly-Coated Retriever or a Boykin Spaniel? Compare maintenance needs.
Easy to groom: The Curly-Coated Retriever doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Average: The Boykin Spaniel requires average grooming effort.
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Drooling Tendency
Which drools more: a Curly-Coated Retriever or a Boykin Spaniel? Compare drooling amounts.
The Curly-Coated Retriever is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency.
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The Boykin Spaniel is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Stinkiness Rating
Which has less odor: a Curly-Coated Retriever or a Boykin Spaniel? Compare natural smell levels.

Medium

The Curly-Coated Retriever has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Boykin Spaniel has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics
How do coats differ between a Curly-Coated Retriever and a Boykin Spaniel? Compare fur types.
Curly Feathered
Bathing Needs
Which needs more baths: a Curly-Coated Retriever or a Boykin Spaniel? Compare bathing frequencies.
3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Curly-Coated Retriever or Boykin Spaniel? Do Curly-Coated Retriever dogs shed more than Boykin Spaniel dogs?
Curly-Coated Retriever dogs shed moderately.
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Boykin Spaniel dogs shed moderately.
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Curly-Coated Retriever vs Boykin Spaniel Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility
Which is better with children: a Curly-Coated Retriever or a Boykin Spaniel? Compare kid-friendliness.
Curly-Coated Retriever dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Boykin Spaniel dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Pet Compatibility
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Curly-Coated Retriever dogs are generally with other pets.
Boykin Spaniel dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Curly-Coated Retriever or Boykin Spaniel? Which dog is more friendly?
Curly-Coated Retriever dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Boykin Spaniel dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Curly-Coated Retriever or Boykin Spaniel?
Curly-Coated Retriever dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Boykin Spaniel dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Curly-Coated Retriever or Boykin Spaniel? Can a Curly-Coated Retriever and a Boykin Spaniel be friends? Do Curly-Coated Retriever dogs get along with Boykin Spaniel dogs?
Curly-Coated Retriever dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Boykin Spaniel dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is best for first time owners: Curly-Coated Retriever vs Boykin Spaniel?
Yes
Curly-Coated Retriever dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Boykin Spaniel dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
Yes
Curly-Coated Retriever is one of the best dog breeds for office environment
No
Boykin Spaniel is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
Curly-Coated Retrievers are usually recommended for elderly people.
Boykin Spaniels are usually recommended for elderly people.

Curly-Coated Retriever vs Boykin Spaniel As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability
Which makes a better service dog: a Curly-Coated Retriever or a Boykin Spaniel? Compare service capabilities.

Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Therapy Work Suitability
Which is better for therapy work: a Curly-Coated Retriever or a Boykin Spaniel? Compare therapy capabilities.

Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Scent Detection Ability
Which is better at detection work: a Curly-Coated Retriever or a Boykin Spaniel? Compare scenting abilities.

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.
Search & Rescue Potential
Which is better for search and rescue: a Curly-Coated Retriever or a Boykin Spaniel? Compare SAR abilities.

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.
Maritime Work Ability
Which is better on boats: a Curly-Coated Retriever or a Boykin Spaniel? Compare maritime abilities.

Yes

Curly-Coated Retriever breed usually likes being on a boat.
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Yes

Boykin Spaniel breed usually likes being on a boat.
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Draft Work Capability
Which is better at pulling: a Curly-Coated Retriever or a Boykin Spaniel? Compare draft work capabilities.

Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Military Service Background
Compare military history between Curly-Coated Retriever and Boykin Spaniel. Which has stronger military background?

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.

Curly-Coated Retriever vs Boykin Spaniel Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare litter sizes between Curly-Coated Retriever and Boykin Spaniel. Which has larger litters?
6-8 puppies 5-7 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
Compare pregnancy duration between Curly-Coated Retriever and Boykin Spaniel breeds.
60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding frequencies between Curly-Coated Retriever and Boykin Spaniel. Which needs longer recovery?

Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Curly-Coated Retriever vs Boykin Spaniel Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC classifications of Curly-Coated Retriever and Boykin Spaniel. Which groups do they belong to?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1924 as a Sporting breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2009 as a Sporting breed.
FCI Classification
Compare FCI classifications of Curly-Coated Retriever and Boykin Spaniel. Which groups are they in?
Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Retrievers section. Not recognized by FCI.
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare kennel club recognition between Curly-Coated Retriever and Boykin Spaniel. Which is more widely recognized?
No data available American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
United Kennel Club

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