Friendly
Devoted
Outgoing
Confident
Optimistic
Intelligent

Playful
Stubborn
Independent
Energetic
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Trainable
Cheerful
Quiet
Faithful

Flat-Coated Retrievers are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Cocker Jacks are heavy shedders, but regular brushing can help manage shedding and promote a healthy coat.

Choose a Flat-Coated Retriever if you want a top-notch watchdog. This breed takes guarding seriously, and may not require much training, though obedience or guard dog training can improve their skills.

Cocker Jacks are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

England

United States

retriever, newfoundland water dog

Cocker Spaniel, Jack Russell Terrier

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

DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

1800s

Unknown

Brown

Brown

Black
Brown

Black

Black
Brown

Black
White
Brown
Cream

A Flat-Coated Retriever can have a litter of 10-13 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

A Cocker Jack can have a litter of 4-8 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

The Flat-Coated Retriever breed is generally very healthy, requiring minimal vet visits. Still, it's important to keep an eye on their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

While the Cocker Jack breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Hip Dysplasia
Bloat
Cancer

Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

Distichiasis
Glaucoma
Histiocytosis

Allergies
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease

Eye
Hip
Blood Test
Physical Examination

X-Rays
CT or MRI scan
Blood Tests
Full Physical Examination
Ocular Tests
Biochemical Profile Tests

Flat-Coated Retrievers thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

Cocker Jacks are suitable for those with a balanced lifestyle as they have an average energy level.

Flat-Coated Retriever has average social needs and is less independent than other breeds.

Cocker Jack has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Flat-Coated Retrievers need high physical activity and are ideal for active individuals, but not suitable for sedentary lifestyles or small apartments.

Cocker Jacks need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

Flat-Coated Retrievers bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

Cocker Jack dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

Chase, Play, Catch treats, Walk

Retreiving, Hiking, Ball, Walk, Chase, Fetch, Tug-of-war, Beach days, Swim, Ball playing, Walks, Throwing ball, Fell walking, Woodland walks, Swimming, Train, Trick, Pool, Eating, Frisbee, Walking, Playing, Cuddling

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Flat-Coated Retriever, it's at least 10 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Cocker Jack, it's at least 8 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Flat-Coated Retrievers usually need at least 60 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most Cocker Jacks usually need at least 90 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

The Flat-Coated Retriever has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

The Cocker Jack requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Pin Brush
Dematter
Comb
Nail Clipper

Comb
Clipper
Nail Clipper

For an average 60-80 pound (27 - 36 kg) Flat-Coated Retriever feed 3.2 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 18-28 pound (8 - 13 kg) Cocker Jack feed 1 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a Flat-Coated Retriever is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

The average cost of a Cocker Jack is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Flat-Coated Retriever is between $55 - $73. This makes an average of $660 - $876 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of a Cocker Jack is between $35 - $42. This makes an average of $420 - $504 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The Flat-Coated Retriever is not suitable for apartments and requires a large yard to thrive. Pent-up energy in small spaces can lead to destructive behavior.

Cocker Jacks are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

Flat-Coated Retrievers are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

Cocker Jacks are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

Flat-Coated Retrievers are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

Cocker Jacks are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.