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Golden Retriever vs American Cocker Spaniel Comparison – Which dog is better Golden Flat Coat or Cocker?

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Name Golden Retriever American Cocker Spaniel
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Golden Flat Coat
Yellow Retriever
Cocker
Merry Cocker
Cocker Spaniel
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Golden Retriever vs American Cocker Spaniel breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred

Golden Retriever vs American Cocker Spaniel Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which dog is bigger, Golden Retriever or American Cocker Spaniel? Is the Golden Retriever bigger than the American Cocker Spaniel breed? Is a Golden Retriever smaller than an American Cocker Spaniel?
Large Medium
Weight
Which is heavier, Golden Retriever or American Cocker Spaniel? Golden Retriever vs American Cocker Spaniel weight comparison:
Male: 60-80 pounds (27-36 kg), Female: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg) 15-30 pounds (7-14 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 70 pounds (31.5 kg), Female: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg) 22.5 pounds (10.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Golden Retriever or American Cocker Spaniel? Is a Golden Retriever taller than an American Cocker Spaniel?
Male: 22-24 inches (56-61cm), Female: 20-22 inches (51-56 cm) 15-16.5 inches (38-41 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 21 inches (53.5 cm) 15-16.5 inches (39.5 cm)

Golden Retriever vs American Cocker Spaniel Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Golden Retriever or American Cocker Spaniel? Which is more expensive? What is the difference in price between Golden Retriever and American Cocker Spaniel?
$1000-$2000 $600-$800
Availability
Which is easier to get, Golden Retriever or American Cocker Spaniel?
Very frequent: The Golden Retriever is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The American Cocker Spaniel is quite easy to get.

Golden Retriever vs American Cocker Spaniel Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which dog has more intelligence? Is a Golden Retriever or American Cocker Spaniel smarter? Which is best? Golden Retriever vs American Cocker Spaniel intelligence:
Outstanding: Golden Retriever is one of the brightest dog breeds.
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Very smart: American Cocker Spaniel is an excellent dog breed.
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Trainability
Golden Retriever vs American Cocker Spaniel trainability comparison. What's the difference between Golden Retriever vs American Cocker Spaniel?
Golden Retriever dogs are easy to train.
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American Cocker Spaniel dogs are quite easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Golden Retriever or American Cocker Spaniel?
Golden Retriever dogs are average watchdogs.
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American Cocker Spaniel dogs are average watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Golden Retriever or American Cocker Spaniel? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Golden Retriever dogs are average defenders.
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American Cocker Spaniel dogs are average defenders.
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Golden Retriever vs American Cocker Spaniel Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Golden Retriever or American Cocker Spaniel? Golden Retriever vs American Cocker Spaniel behavior/temperament comparison:
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Reliable
Kind
Trustworthy
Intelligent
Outgoing
Outright
Tempered
Merry
Trusting
Joyful
Sociable
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Golden Retriever vs American Cocker Spaniel?
Golden Retriever dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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American Cocker Spaniel dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Golden Retriever vs American Cocker Spaniel?
High: Golden Retriever dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: American Cocker Spaniel dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Golden Retriever vs American Cocker Spaniel social needs comparison:
Golden Retriever dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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American Cocker Spaniel dogs are a social breed.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between Golden Retriever vs American Cocker Spaniel?
Golden Retriever dogs tend to escape less than other breeds.
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The wanderlust potential of the American Cocker 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 Golden Retriever vs American Cocker Spaniel? Which can be better for hunting?
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.
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American Cocker Spaniel dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Golden Retriever vs American Cocker Spaniel Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Golden Retriever vs American Cocker Spaniel playfulness comparison:
The Golden Retriever is a highly playful breed.
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The American Cocker Spaniel is a playful breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Golden Retriever vs American Cocker Spaniel?
Low to Average: The Golden Retriever rarely barks.
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Average to High: The American Cocker Spaniel is a vocal breed.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Golden Retriever or American Cocker Spaniel?
It is not recommended to keep the Golden Retriever breed in the home.
Very house-friendly dog the American Cocker Spaniel breed.

Golden Retriever vs American Cocker Spaniel Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
Golden Retriever dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
American Cocker Spaniel dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Golden Retriever or American Cocker Spaniel?
Golden Retriever dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
American Cocker Spaniel 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.

Golden Retriever vs American Cocker Spaniel Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Golden Retriever or American Cocker Spaniel?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Golden Retriever bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

American Cocker Spaniel bite force: Ordinary.
Biting Potential
Is a Golden Retriever more dangerous than an American Cocker Spaniel?

Moderate

The Golden Retriever has an average chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The American Cocker Spaniel has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Golden Retriever vs American Cocker Spaniel mouthiness comparison:
Golden Retriever dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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American Cocker Spaniel dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Golden Retriever vs American Cocker Spaniel Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Golden Retriever vs American Cocker Spaniel health comparison. Which is the healthier: Golden Retriever vs American Cocker Spaniel?
Golden Retrievers are commonly healthy dogs.
American Cocker Spaniels are commonly healthy dogs.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Golden Retriever vs American Cocker Spaniel? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Golden Retriever vs American Cocker Spaniel health problems comparison:
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Hypothyroidism
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Von Willebrand's Disease
Bloat
Epilepsy
Elbow Dysplasia
Osteochondrosis Dissecans
Hemangiosarcoma
Osteosarcoma
Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Patellar Luxation
Allergies
Hypothyroidism
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Idiopathic Epilepsy
Glaucoma
Autoimmune Hemolytic Anemia
Primary Seborrhea
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Golden Retriever vs American Cocker Spaniel?
Rare
The Golden Retriever should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Rare
The American Cocker Spaniel should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Life Expectancy
Golden Retriever vs American Cocker Spaniel lifespan comparison. How long do Golden Retriever and American Cocker Spaniel breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy? What is the age limit of the Golden Retriever and American Cocker Spaniel?
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Golden Retriever: 11 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of American Cocker Spaniel: 13 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Golden Retriever vs American Cocker Spaniel?
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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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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Golden Retriever vs American Cocker Spaniel Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Golden Retriever or American Cocker Spaniel? Golden Retriever vs American Cocker Spaniel energy level comparison:
Golden Retriever dogs are high-energy dogs.
American Cocker Spaniel dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Golden Retriever vs American Cocker Spaniel exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Golden Retriever or American Cocker Spaniel? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Golden Retriever dogs need a lot of exercises.
American Cocker Spaniel dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Golden Retriever or American Cocker Spaniel?
Golden Retriever dogs don't need too much sleep.
American Cocker Spaniel dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.

Golden Retriever vs American Cocker Spaniel Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Golden Retriever or American Cocker Spaniel? Does the Golden Retriever breed eat more than the American Cocker Spaniel breed?
3 to 4 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 1.5 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Golden Retriever vs American Cocker Spaniel weight gain potential comparison:
High: The Golden Retriever breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the American Cocker Spaniel's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Golden Retriever vs American Cocker Spaniel Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Golden Retriever vs American Cocker Spaniel coat comparison:
Silky
Wavy
Shiny
Straight
Feathered
Colors
What are the original Golden Retriever and American Cocker Spaniel color? Golden Retriever vs American Cocker Spaniel color comparison:
Golden
Light
Black
Tan
Red
Silver
Brown
Buff
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Golden Retriever or American Cocker Spaniel? Golden Retriever vs American Cocker Spaniel grooming comparison:
Average: The Golden Retriever requires average grooming effort.
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Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Golden Retriever or American Cocker Spaniel? Do Golden Retriever dogs shed more than American Cocker Spaniel dogs?
Golden Retriever dogs shed moderately.
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American Cocker Spaniel dogs shed moderately.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Golden Retriever or American Cocker Spaniel?
2-3 weeks
Frequent. This breed has high-maintenance hair and may require a bath every 2-3 weeks.
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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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Hypoallergenic
Golden Retriever vs American Cocker Spaniel hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?
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Stinkiness
Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Golden Retriever or American Cocker Spaniel?

Medium

The Golden Retriever has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The American Cocker Spaniel has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least? What's the difference between Golden Retriever vs American Cocker Spaniel?
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.
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The American Cocker Spaniel is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Golden Retriever vs American Cocker Spaniel Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Golden Retriever dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
American Cocker Spaniel dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Golden Retriever or American Cocker Spaniel? Which dog is more friendly?
Golden Retriever dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
American Cocker Spaniel dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Golden Retriever or American Cocker Spaniel?
Golden Retriever dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
American Cocker Spaniel dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Golden Retriever or American Cocker Spaniel?
Golden Retriever dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
American Cocker Spaniel dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Golden Retriever or American Cocker Spaniel? Can a Golden Retriever and an American Cocker Spaniel be friends? Do Golden Retriever dogs get along with American Cocker Spaniel dogs?
Golden Retriever dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
American Cocker Spaniel dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is best for first time owners: Golden Retriever vs American Cocker Spaniel?
Yes
Golden Retriever dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
American Cocker Spaniel dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
Yes
Golden Retriever is one of the best dog breeds for office environment
Yes
American Cocker Spaniel is one of the best dog breeds for office environment
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
Golden Retrievers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
American Cocker Spaniels are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Golden Retriever vs American Cocker Spaniel As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog
Which one could be a service dog?

Yes

This breed makes good as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Therapy Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: Golden Retriever or American Cocker Spaniel? Which is better for autism?

Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog
Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?

Yes

After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.

Not really

They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR)
Which one could be a search and rescue dog?

Yes

This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog
Which one could be a boat dog: Golden Retriever vs American Cocker Spaniel?

Yes

Golden Retriever breed usually likes being on a boat.
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Yes

American Cocker Spaniel breed usually likes being on a boat.
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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.
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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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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.

Golden Retriever vs American Cocker Spaniel 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.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Litter Size
How many puppies can Golden Retriever and American Cocker Spaniel have? Golden Retriever vs American Cocker Spaniel litter size comparison:
5-10 puppies 4-7 puppies

Golden Retriever vs American Cocker Spaniel Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1925 as a Sporting 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 Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Flushing Dogs section.
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
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

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