Unfortunately, the Golden Cocker Retriever is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

While no dogs are truly 100% hypoallergenic, Wire Torkies are about as close as it gets, making them an ideal pet if you are an allergy sufferer.

Playful
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Affectionate
Reliable
Kind
Trainable
Quiet
Faithful
Trustworthy

Playful
Independent
Energetic
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Loyal
Quick
Bold
Fearless
Keen

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

Wire Torkies shed very little hair, making them a great choice for those who dislike excess hair in the house.

Cocker Spaniel and Golden Retriever

Wire Fox Terrier, Yorkshire Terrier

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Red
Black
Fawn

Black
Blue
Silver
Fawn
White
Red
Brindle

Golden Cocker Retrievers have medium-length coats.

Wire Torkies 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 Wire Torkie 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.

Hip Dysplasia

Distichiasis
Portacaval Shunt
Cataracts
Lens Luxation
Shoulder Dislocation
Tracheal Collapse
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease

None

Patellar Luxation
Deafness
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

X-Rays
Physical Examination

Eye
Knee
Hearing
Liver Ultrasound
Skeletal
X-Rays
Endoscopy

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.

Wire Torkies 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 Wire Torkie, it's at least 6 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 Wire Torkies usually need at least 35 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.

Wire Torkies 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.

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Flea Comb
Scissors
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 13-11 pound (6 - 5 kg) Wire Torkie feed 1.7 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 Wire Torkie is somewhere $1.40 - $1.70 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 a Wire Torkie is between $38 - $53. This makes an average of $456 - $636 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 Retrievers make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

Wire Torkies have an average level of friendliness towards children.

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

Wire Torkies 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.

Wire Torkies 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.

Wire Torkies 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.

Wire Torkies are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.