Flat Coated Retriever vs Golden Retriever
Flat Coated Retriever
The Flat Coated Retriever is a lively and cheerful companion known for its friendly nature and lasting playfulness.
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Golden Retriever
The Golden Retriever is known for its friendly and balanced nature.
View profile→| Attribute | Flat Coated Retriever | Golden Retriever |
|---|---|---|
| Size | Large | Large |
| Height | 56 - 62 cm | 55 - 61 cm |
| Weight | 29 kg | 29 kg |
| Life Expectancy | 9 years | 11 years |
| FCI Group | Retrievers, Flushing Dogs, Water Dogs | Retrievers, Flushing Dogs, Water Dogs |
| Grooming | Low | Medium |
| Shedding | Medium | High |
| Energy Level | Very high | High |
| Trainability | High | High |
| Child Friendly | High | High |
| Character | The Flat Coated Retriever is a lively and cheerful companion known for its friendly nature and lasting playfulness. | The Golden Retriever is known for its friendly and balanced nature. |
Comparison
Flat Coated Retriever
Golden Retriever
Summary
The Flat Coated Retriever is a large dog (29 kg) with a life expectancy of 9 years. The Golden Retriever is large (29 kg) and lives 11 years. For grooming, the Flat Coated Retriever rates low, the Golden Retriever medium. The Flat Coated Retriever scores high for child-friendliness, the Golden Retriever high. For beginners, the Golden Retriever is the better choice.
Which breed is a better fit?
For Beginners
Golden Retriever has high trainability with high energy
Golden RetrieverFor Families
Both breeds are comparable
For Active People
Flat Coated Retriever has very high energy level
Flat Coated RetrieverLow Maintenance
Flat Coated Retriever: grooming low, shedding medium
Flat Coated RetrieverFor Apartments
Golden Retriever is large with high energy
Golden RetrieverFrequently Asked Questions
The Flat Coated Retriever is a large dog (29 kg) with very high energy. The Golden Retriever is large (29 kg) with high energy. The Flat Coated Retriever lives 9 years, the Golden Retriever 11 years.