Friendly
Devoted
Outgoing
Confident
Optimistic
Intelligent

Playful
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Obedient
Devoted
Lively
Trainable
Steady
Spirited
Assertive
Quiet
Faithful

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

Lha-Cockers 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.

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

England

United States

retriever, newfoundland water dog

Lhasa Apso and Cocker Spaniel

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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2000s

Brown

Brown

Black
Brown

Black
Brown

Black
Brown

Black
Brown
Red
Cream
Fawn
Sable
Brindle

Flat-Coated Retrievers have medium-length coats.

Lha-Cockers are known for their coat length.

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 Lha-Cocker can have a litter of 6-8 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 Lha-Cocker breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Hip Dysplasia
Bloat
Cancer

Ear Infections
Patellar Luxation
Retinal Dysplasia
Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca (Dry Eye)

Distichiasis
Glaucoma
Histiocytosis

Entropion
Ectropion
Seborrhea
Skin Fold Dermatitis
Exposure Keratopathy Syndrome

Eye
Hip
Blood Test
Physical Examination

Eye Examination
Ear Examination
Skin Evaluation
Internal Imaging (x-ray, CT scan, MRI, etc.)
Blood And Urine Analysis
Hearing Tests

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

Lha-Cockers 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.

Lha-Cocker 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.

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

Flat-Coated Retrievers are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Lha-Cockers sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

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.

Lha-Cocker 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, Walk, Sleeping, Run, Road trip, Swim, Tug-of-war, Nap, Dance, Dog Parks

Flat-Coated Retrievers are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

Lha-Cockers are low-energy dogs. This breed make a great companion for a relatively inactive person. Lha-Cocker dogs require a few short daily walks, and then they're happy snuggling next to you for the rest of the day.

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 Lha-Cocker, it's at least 5 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 Lha-Cockers usually need at least 30 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.

Lha-Cockers 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, Lha-Cocker should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Pin Brush
Dematter
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Dematter
Comb
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 15-25 pound (7 - 11 kg) Lha-Cocker feed 1.5 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 Lha-Cocker is somewhere $1.70 - $2.20 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 Lha-Cocker is between $34 - $67. This makes an average of $408 - $804 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.

Flat-Coated Retriever is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

Lha-Cockers are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

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.

Lha-Cockers 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.

Lha-Cockers make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

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

Lha-Cockers are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

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

Lha-Cockers 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.

Lha-Cockers 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.

Lha-Cockers are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.