Flat-Coated Retriever vs Golden Retriever Comparison – Which dog is better Flatte or Golden Flat Coat?

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Name	Flat-Coated Retriever	Golden Retriever
Origins	United Kingdom	Scotland
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Group	Gun Dog	Gun Dog
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Flatte Flattie Flatcoat	Golden Flat Coat Yellow Retriever
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Flat-Coated Retriever vs Golden Retriever breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred

Flat-Coated Retriever vs Golden Retriever Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Flat-Coated Retriever or Golden Retriever? Which is more expensive? What is the difference in price between Flat-Coated Retriever and Golden Retriever?	$1000-$1200	$1000-$2000
Availability Which is easier to get, Flat-Coated Retriever or Golden Retriever?	Very frequent: The Flat-Coated Retriever is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Golden Retriever is quite easy to get.

Flat-Coated Retriever vs Golden Retriever Size Comparison

Size Which dog is bigger, Flat-Coated Retriever or Golden Retriever? Is the Flat-Coated Retriever bigger than the Golden Retriever breed? Is a Flat-Coated Retriever smaller than a Golden Retriever?	Large	Large
Weight Which is heavier, Flat-Coated Retriever or Golden Retriever? Flat-Coated Retriever vs Golden Retriever weight comparison:	60-70 pounds (27-32 kg)	Male: 60-80 pounds (27-36 kg), Female: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	65 pounds (29.5 kg)	Male: 70 pounds (31.5 kg), Female: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Flat-Coated Retriever or Golden Retriever? Is a Flat-Coated Retriever taller than a Golden Retriever?	22-23 inches (56-58 cm)	Male: 22-24 inches (56-61cm), Female: 20-22 inches (51-56 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 23 inches (58,5 cm), Female: 22 inches (56 cm)	Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 21 inches (53.5 cm)

Flat-Coated Retriever vs Golden Retriever Grooming, Hair and Care Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Flat-Coated Retriever vs Golden Retriever coat comparison:	Shiny Thick	Silky Wavy Shiny Straight
Colors What are the original Flat-Coated Retriever and Golden Retriever color? Flat-Coated Retriever vs Golden Retriever color comparison:	Liver Black	Golden Light
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Flat-Coated Retriever or Golden Retriever? Flat-Coated Retriever vs Golden Retriever grooming comparison:	Easy to groom: The Flat-Coated Retriever doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Average: The Golden Retriever requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Flat-Coated Retriever or Golden Retriever? Do Flat-Coated Retriever dogs shed more than Golden Retriever dogs?	Flat-Coated Retriever dogs shed moderately. See more.	Golden Retriever dogs shed moderately. 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 Golden Retriever?	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	2-3 weeks Frequent. This breed has high-maintenance hair and may require a bath every 2-3 weeks. See more.

Flat-Coated Retriever vs Golden Retriever Personality / Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Flat-Coated Retriever or Golden Retriever? Flat-Coated Retriever vs Golden Retriever behavior/temperament comparison:	Friendly Devoted Outgoing Confident Optimistic Intelligent	Confident Intelligent Reliable Friendly Kind Trustworthy
Intelligent Rank Which dog has more intelligence? Is a Flat-Coated Retriever or Golden Retriever smarter? Which is best? Flat-Coated Retriever vs Golden Retriever intelligence:	Very smart: Flat-Coated Retriever is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Outstanding: Golden Retriever is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Flat-Coated Retriever vs Golden Retriever trainability comparison. What's the difference between Flat-Coated Retriever vs Golden Retriever?	Flat-Coated Retriever dogs are easy to train. See more.	Golden Retriever dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Playfulness Flat-Coated Retriever vs Golden Retriever playfulness comparison:	The Flat-Coated Retriever is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Golden Retriever is a highly playful breed. See more.
Most Playful Dog Breeds
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Flat-Coated Retriever vs Golden Retriever?	Sensitive: Flat-Coated Retriever dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	Golden Retriever 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 Golden Retriever?	High: Flat-Coated Retriever dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Golden Retriever dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Flat-Coated Retriever vs Golden Retriever social needs comparison:	Flat-Coated Retriever dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Golden Retriever dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Barking Which dog barks more/less: Flat-Coated Retriever vs Golden Retriever?	Average: The Flat-Coated Retriever barks occasionally. See more.	Low to Average: The Golden Retriever rarely barks. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Flat-Coated Retriever or Golden Retriever?	Flat-Coated Retriever dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Golden Retriever dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Flat-Coated Retriever or Golden Retriever? 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.	Golden Retriever dogs are average defenders. See more.
Guard Dog Breeds List
Biting Potential Is a Flat-Coated Retriever more dangerous than a Golden Retriever?	Low 🔽 The Flat-Coated Retriever has a low chance of biting somebody.	Moderate ⏺ The Golden Retriever has an average chance of biting somebody.
Bite Force Which bite is stronger: Flat-Coated Retriever or Golden Retriever?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Flat-Coated Retriever bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Golden Retriever bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Flat-Coated Retriever vs Golden Retriever mouthiness comparison:	Flat-Coated Retriever dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Golden Retriever dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between Flat-Coated Retriever vs Golden Retriever?	The wanderlust potential of the Flat-Coated Retriever is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Golden Retriever dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between Flat-Coated Retriever vs Golden Retriever? 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.	Golden 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.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Flat-Coated Retriever or Golden Retriever?	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Flat-Coated Retriever breed.	It is not recommended to keep the Golden Retriever breed in the home.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List
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.	Golden Retriever 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 Golden Retriever?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Golden Retrievers tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Flat-Coated Retriever vs Golden Retriever Good With Comparison

Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Flat-Coated Retriever or Golden Retriever? Which dog is more friendly?	Flat-Coated Retriever dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Golden Retriever dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Flat-Coated Retrievers are generally with other pets.	Golden Retrievers are usually friendly towards other pets.
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Flat-Coated Retriever or Golden Retriever?	Flat-Coated Retriever dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Golden Retriever dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Flat-Coated Retriever or Golden Retriever?	Flat-Coated Retriever dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Golden Retriever dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Flat-Coated Retriever or Golden Retriever? Can a Flat-Coated Retriever and a Golden Retriever be friends? Do Flat-Coated Retriever dogs get along with Golden Retriever dogs?	Flat-Coated Retriever dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Golden Retriever dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: Flat-Coated Retriever vs Golden Retriever?	Yes Flat-Coated Retrievers are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Golden Retrievers 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.	Yes Golden Retriever is one of the best dog breeds for office environment
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Flat-Coated Retrievers are usually recommended for elderly people.	Golden Retrievers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Flat-Coated Retriever vs Golden Retriever Health Comparison

Health Issues Flat-Coated Retriever vs Golden Retriever health comparison. Which is the healthier: Flat-Coated Retriever vs Golden Retriever?	Very healthy dog breed.	Golden Retrievers are commonly healthy dogs.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Flat-Coated Retriever vs Golden Retriever? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Flat-Coated Retriever vs Golden Retriever health problems comparison:	Cancer	Allergies Bloat Cataracts Elbow Dysplasia Epilepsy Hemangiosarcoma Hip Dysplasia Hypothyroidism Osteochondrosis Dissecans Osteosarcoma Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis Von Willebrand's Disease
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Flat-Coated Retriever vs Golden Retriever?	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 Golden Retriever should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Flat-Coated Retriever vs Golden Retriever lifespan comparison. How long do Flat-Coated Retriever and Golden Retriever breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy? What is the age limit of the Flat-Coated Retriever and Golden Retriever?	9-13 years The average lifespan of Flat-Coated Retriever: 11 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Golden Retriever: 11 years
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Hypoallergenic Flat-Coated Retriever vs Golden Retriever hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Energy Level Who has more energy a Flat-Coated Retriever or Golden Retriever? Flat-Coated Retriever vs Golden Retriever energy level comparison:	Flat-Coated Retriever dogs are high-energy dogs.	Golden Retriever dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Flat-Coated Retriever vs Golden Retriever exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Flat-Coated Retriever or Golden Retriever? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Flat-Coated Retriever dogs need a lot of exercises.	Golden Retriever dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Flat-Coated Retriever or Golden Retriever?	Flat-Coated Retriever dogs don't need too much sleep.	Golden Retriever dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot
Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Flat-Coated Retriever or Golden Retriever? Does the Flat-Coated Retriever breed eat more than the Golden Retriever breed?	3-4 cup high-quality commercial dog food (that is formulated for large-breed dogs), divided into two meals.	3 to 4 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 Golden Retriever 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 Golden Retriever breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity
Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Flat-Coated Retriever vs Golden Retriever?	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.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Flat-Coated Retriever or Golden Retriever?	Medium ⏺ The Flat-Coated Retriever has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Golden Retriever has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least? What's the difference between Flat-Coated Retriever vs Golden Retriever?	The Flat-Coated Retriever is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The Golden Retriever drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed. See more.

Flat-Coated Retriever vs Golden Retriever 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.	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Flat-Coated Retriever or Golden Retriever? 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.
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.	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.	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 Golden Retriever?	Yes Flat-Coated Retriever breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Yes Golden Retriever breed usually likes 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.
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.

Flat-Coated Retriever vs Golden Retriever Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	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.
Litter Size How many puppies can Flat-Coated Retriever and Golden Retriever have? Flat-Coated Retriever vs Golden Retriever litter size comparison:	4-8 puppies	5-10 puppies
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Flat-Coated Retriever vs Golden Retriever 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 1925 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 Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Retrievers section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Australian National Kennel Council Canadian Canine Registry Canadian Kennel Club Continental Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club North American Purebred Registry, Inc. United Kennel Club American Canine Association, Inc.	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

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