Playful
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Affectionate
Reliable
Kind
Trainable
Quiet
Faithful
Trustworthy

Playful
Loving
Independent
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Loyal
Lively
Gentle
Sweet
Strong
Willed
Bold

Golden Cocker Retrievers are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Elk-a-Bees are heavy shedders, but regular brushing can help manage shedding and promote a healthy coat.

Cocker Spaniel and Golden Retriever

Beagle and Norwegian Elkhound

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

DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Red
Black
Fawn

White
Brown
Black

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.

An Elk-a-Bee can have a litter of 5-10 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 typically have low vet costs due to their good health, but it's important to monitor their health and seek vet care when necessary.

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

Hip Dysplasia

Patellar Luxation
Hip Dysplasia
Hypothyroidism
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

None

None

X-Rays
Physical Examination

X-Rays
CT Scan
Eye Examination
Physical Examination
Blood Work
Lab Tests

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

Elk-a-Bee has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

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

Elk-a-Bees sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

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

Play, Walk, Hunt, Napping, Tug-of-war, Going on walks, Fetch, Digging, Running

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 Elk-a-Bee, it's at least 12 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 Elk-a-Bees 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.

The Elk-a-Bee has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

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

Elk-a-Bee 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

Pin Brush
Comb
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

The average cost of a Golden Cocker Retriever is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average cost of an Elk-a-Bee is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Golden Cocker Retriever 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.

The average per month expenses of an Elk-a-Bee 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 Golden Cocker Retriever is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

Elk-a-Bees are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

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

Elk-a-Bees 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.

Elk-a-Bees are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

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

Elk-a-Bees are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.