Friendly
Devoted
Outgoing
Confident
Optimistic
Intelligent

Playful
Independent
Energetic
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Loyal
Trainable
Quiet
Faithful

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

Corkies are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

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.

Corkies aren't great guard dogs; they tend to just watch without taking action.

England

United States

retriever, newfoundland water dog

Cocker Spaniel, Yorkie

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

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DBR = Designer Breed Registry
DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry

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2000

Brown

Brown

Black
Brown

Black

Black
Brown

Sable
White
Cream
Red
Blue
Silver
Brown
Black

Flat-Coated Retrievers have medium-length coats.

Corkies have longer coats compared to most dogs.

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 Corkie can have a litter of 4-6 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.

Corkies typically have low vet costs due to their good health, but it's important to monitor their health and seek vet care when necessary.

Hip Dysplasia
Bloat
Cancer

Patellar Luxation
Entropion
Ectropion
Exposure Keratopathy Syndrome

Distichiasis
Glaucoma
Histiocytosis

Retinal Dysplasia
Seborrhea
Lip Fold Pyoderma

Eye
Hip
Blood Test
Physical Examination

X-Rays
MRI
CT Scan
Eye Examination
Skin Evaluation
Urinalysis
Blood Tests

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

Corkies 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.

Corkie has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

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

Corkies need only a small amount of physical activity, ideal for busy or elderly people or those with limited space.

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.

Corkie 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

Playing running, Chase, Playdate

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 Corkie, it's at least 8 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

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

Corkies require significant grooming, including regular trims and professional grooming assistance to maintain their coat. They may also require frequent bathing to keep their coat and skin healthy.

Flat-Coated Retriever should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Ideally, Corkie should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Pin Brush
Dematter
Comb
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Comb
Deshedder
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 10-20 pound (5 - 9 kg) Corkie feed 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.

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

The average cost of a Corkie is somewhere $1.40 - $2.80 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 Corkie is between $42 - $84. This makes an average of $504 - $1008 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.

Corkies make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

Flat-Coated Retrievers are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Corkies have an average level of friendliness towards children.

Flat-Coated Retrievers are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

Corkies are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

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

Corkies are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Flat-Coated Retrievers are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.

Corkies are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.