Playful
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Affectionate
Reliable
Kind
Trainable
Quiet
Faithful
Trustworthy

Playful
Independent
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Obedient
Quick
Devoted
Lively
Steady
Selfish
Spirited
Assertive

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

Avoid Scotti Apsos as watchdogs - they're not effective.

Cocker Spaniel and Golden Retriever

Scottish Terrier and Lhasa Apso

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

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®

Unknown

2000's

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Red
Black
Fawn

Black
Gray
Brown
White
Brindle

Golden Cocker Retrievers have medium-length coats.

Scotti Apsos have longer coats compared to most dogs.

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 Scotti Apso 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.

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

Scotti Apsos are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

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 Scotti Apso breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Hip Dysplasia

Cataracts
Von Willebrand's Disease
Brachycephalic Syndrome
Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca (Dry Eye)

None

Patellar Luxation
Deafness
Pulmonic Stenosis
Familial Nephropathy
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Craniomandibular Osteopathy (Lion Jaw)
Atopy

X-Rays
Physical Examination

Complete Blood Count
Brain Auditory Evoked Response (BAER)
Internal Imaging (x-ray, CT scan, MRI, etc.)
Blood And Urine Analysis
Ear Tests and Myringotomy Tests
Yearly Physical Examination
Blood Tests and Blood Count
Eye Examinations (both internal as well as external)
X-rays of various parts of the skeletal system
Dental and Oral Examinations

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

Scotti Apsos are a good choice for a low-key lifestyle due to their low energy levels.

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

Scotti Apso has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

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

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

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

Scotti Apsos sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

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.

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

Golden Cocker Retrievers 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.

Scotti Apsos 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.

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 Scotti Apso, it's at least 5 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 Scotti Apsos usually need at least 45 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.

Scotti Apsos 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.

Scotti Apso 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
Dematter
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

For an average 30-45 pound (14 - 20 kg) Golden Cocker Retriever 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.

For an average 13-22 pound (6 - 10 kg) Scotti Apso feed 1 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 Golden Cocker Retriever is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average cost of a Scotti Apso is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 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 a Scotti Apso is between $35 - $42. This makes an average of $420 - $504 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.

Golden Cocker Retriever is highly intelligent and very trainable.

Scotti Apso has below average obedience intelligence, but they excel in understanding human emotions.

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

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

The Golden Cocker Retriever is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

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

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

Scotti Apsos are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

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

Scotti Apsos are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

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

Scotti Apsos 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.

Scotti Apsos are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.