Playful
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Affectionate
Reliable
Kind
Trainable
Quiet
Faithful
Trustworthy

Loving
Aloof
Independent
Protective
Intelligent
Affectionate
Loyal
Devoted
Quiet
Reserved
Detached
Suspicious

Golden Cocker Retrievers make excellent watchdogs - they're vocal and protective of their territory.

Chow Peis are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

Cocker Spaniel and Golden Retriever

Shar Pei, Chow Chow

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

Brown

Brown

Black

Black
Brown

Red
Black
Fawn

Black
Brown
White
Sable
Brindle

Golden Cocker Retrievers have medium-length coats.

Chow Peis have short coats.

A Golden Cocker Retriever 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.

A Chow Pei can have a litter of 3-6 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.

Golden Cocker Retrievers are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

Chow Peis have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

Hip Dysplasia

Patellar Luxation
Skin Problems
Bloat
Eye Problems
Hypothyroidism
Cancer

None

Bone And Joint Problems
Skin Fold Dermatitis
Brachycephalic Syndrome

X-Rays
Physical Examination

Skin Scraping
X-Rays
Skin Evaluation
Eye Examinations
Blood Tests

Golden Cocker Retrievers' high energy levels make them unsuitable for a low-key dog, choose accordingly.

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

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

Chow Pei has below average social needs and is content with spending time alone.

Golden Cocker Retrievers require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

Chow Peis need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

Golden Cocker Retrievers are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Chow Peis are known for their relaxed and calm nature and enjoy long periods of sleep.

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

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

Fetch, Play keep away, Tug-of-war, Walk

Walking, Chasing sqerlls, Hide & Seek, Beach

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Golden Cocker Retriever, it's at least 11 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 Chow Pei, it's at least 10 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Golden Cocker 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 Chow Peis 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 Golden Cocker Retriever requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Chow Peis 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.

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

Chow Pei 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

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Comb
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Golden Cocker Retriever is highly intelligent and very trainable.

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

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

Chow Peis are adaptable and resilient, making them ideal for those seeking a less sensitive pet.

Golden Cocker Retrievers make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

Chow Peis are not the best choice for families with kids.

Golden Cocker Retrievers are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

Chow Peis are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

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

Chow Peis are less friendly towards other dogs, but can improve with socialization.

Golden Cocker Retrievers are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

Chow Peis are not very stranger friendly.

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

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

Golden Cocker Retrievers are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.

Chow Peis are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.