Flat-Coated Retriever has high obesity risk, needs regular exercise and food control to maintain healthy weight.

Texas Heeler has average risk of obesity, needs daily walks and quality diet to maintain healthy weight.

Friendly
Devoted
Outgoing
Confident
Optimistic
Intelligent

Clever
Stubborn
Obedient

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.

Texas Heelers are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

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Australian Shepherd and Australian Cattle Dog

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America's Pet Registry
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Dog Registry of America Inc.
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National Kennel Club
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Brown

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Brown

Black

Black
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Flat-Coated Retrievers have medium-length coats.

Texas Heelers have coats that can be either short or medium in 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 Texas Heeler can have a litter of 13-15 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.

Flat-Coated Retrievers are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

Texas Heelers have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

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.

Texas Heelers are susceptible to health issues like all breeds, so it's important to monitor their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

Hip Dysplasia
Bloat
Cancer

Distichiasis
Elbow Dysplasia
Hip Dysplasia
Osteochondritis Dissecans
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Collie Eye Anomaly (CEA)

Distichiasis
Glaucoma
Histiocytosis

Deafness
Cataracts
Epilepsy

Eye
Hip
Blood Test
Physical Examination

Eye Examination
Blood Analysis
Hearing Tests
Full Body Physical Examination

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

Texas Heelers 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.

Texas Heeler has below average social needs and is content with spending time alone.

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

Texas Heelers need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

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

Texas Heelers have moderate energy levels and typical sleep patterns of 12-14 hours per day.

Flat-Coated Retriever has low drooling tendency, suitable for those who dislike drool marks.

Texas Heeler is an average drooler, monitor for excessive drooling which may indicate health issues.

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.

Texas Heelers are typically quiet and only bark when needed, such as to alert their owner or when in distress.

While Flat-Coated Retriever dogs can defend their territory or owners, it's not their primary trait, and they are not ideal guard dogs.

Texas Heeler dogs are highly protective and make excellent guard dogs due to their strong instinct to defend their territory and owners, and their high level of vigilance.

Chase, Play, Catch treats, Walk

Fetch, Road trip, Dog Parks, Shopping, Walk, Swim, Tug-of-war, Hide & Seek, Running, Training, Cuddles, Herding, Run, Walking, Cuddling, Tricks, Playdate, Run outside, Walks, Playing, Barking, Water, Digging, Eating Snacks, Bath time, Hiking, Snacking, Swimming, Learning tricks, Snuggles

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.

Texas Heelers are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

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 Texas Heeler, it's at least 14 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 Texas Heelers 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 Texas Heeler is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

Pin Brush
Dematter
Comb
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
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 45-50 pound (20 - 23 kg) Texas Heeler feed 3 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 Texas Heeler is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 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 Texas Heeler is between $48 - $63. This makes an average of $576 - $756 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.

Texas Heelers are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

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.

Texas Heelers can do well in apartments with enough exercise and time outside, but a small yard would be ideal.

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

Texas Heelers 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.

Texas Heelers are somewhat cat friendly and can be trained to get along with cats.

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

Texas Heelers are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

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

Texas Heelers 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.

Texas Heelers have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

Flat-Coated Retrievers are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.

Texas Heelers are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.