Guide on Deciding Betweeen the Afador and the Flat-Coated Retriever.

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Afador Versus Flat-Coated Retriever: Introduction

Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Afador and the Flat-Coated Retriever? Well, you have come to the right place. Because in this article, we will provide you with a detailed comparison of these two dog breeds to help you decide which of the Afador and the Flat-Coated Retriever better suits you.

We will provide you a detailed discussion and comparison of dog attributes such as intelligence, price, general health, friendliness, etc, for both the Afador and the Flat-Coated Retriever.

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Afador and the Flat-Coated Retriever is better suited for new dog owners, for owners with kids, for owners that live in apartments, for owners with dog allergies, etc.

Importantly, we did some analysis and calculation and we obtained a number that we call the Better-Pet Score™ for both the Afador and for the Flat-Coated Retriever. The dog breed with the higher Better-Pet score is the `better` pet. We hope that these Better-Pet Scores will provide you with more insight into deciding which pet to get between the Afador and the Flat-Coated Retriever.

Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the Afador or the Flat-Coated Retriever.

Afador versus Flat-Coated Retriever: Overview

A very important difference between the Afador and the Flat-Coated Retriever is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Afador is a large-sized dog while the Flat-Coated Retriever is a medium-sized dog.

Furthermore, the Afador belongs to the Mixed Breed Dogs group. Mixed Breed Dogs are not purebred dogs.

On the other hand, the Flat-Coated Retriever belongs to the Sporting Dogs group. Sporting Dogs were bred to help hunters catch and retrieve feathered game. Some sporting dog breeds such as Retrievers, which were built for swimming, were bred to hunt waterfowl in water. Whereas sporting dog breeds like setters, spaniels, and pointing breeds were bred to hunt quail, pheasant, and other game birds nest on grasslands. Many Sporting Group breeds have thick, water-repellent coats that protect them from harsh hunting conditions.

Afador versus Flat-Coated Retriever: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Afador to the Flat-Coated Retriever based on different important factors such as Price, Health, Kid-friendliness, etc.

When a dog breed scores higher for a factor than the other dog breed, the box of the breed that scores higher is shaded green and the box of the breed that scores lower is shaded red. When there is no difference between the breeds for a particular factor then the box is shaded gray for both pets. Also, when the factor is not important in picking a pet, or when the factor cannot be compared between two pets, the box for the factor is shaded gray for both pets

Most of the factors in the table for each dog breed are ranked on a scale of 1 to 5. “1” means “worst”, and “5” means “best”.

However, some factors such as “Price”, “Average Lifespan”, etc. cannot be on a scale of 1 to 5, so they are not on a scale of 1 to 5 in the comparison table.

Later in this article, we will further explain each factor as it applies to the Afador and the Flat-Coated Retriever

Factor Afador Flat-Coated Retriever
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 1/5 1/5
Good For Novice Owners 1/5 2/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 1/5 5/5
Easy To Train 1/5 4/5
Life Span 10 to 12 years 10 to 12 years
Tolerates Hot Weather 2/5 4/5
Kid-Friendly 2/5 5/5
Easy To Groom 2/5 4/5
Height 20 to 29 inches 1 foot, 10 inches to 2 feet tall at the shoulder
Easygoing 3/5 1/5
Tolerates Being Alone 3/5 1/5
Dog Friendly 3/5 5/5
Does NOT Drool 3/5 4/5
General Health 3/5 4/5
Potential For Playfulness 3/5 5/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 4/5 4/5
Affectionate With Family 4/5 5/5
Does NOT Shed 2/5 3/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 2/5 2/5
Does NOT chew on things 2/5 3/5
Low Prey Drive 2/5 3/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 2/5 2/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 2/5 2/5
NOT Rambunctious 2/5 1/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 2/5 2/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 2/5 1/5
Intelligence 5/5 5/5
Weight 50 to 75 pounds 55 to 70 pounds
Average Lifespan 11.0 years 11.0 years
Price Range No Data $100 – $100
Average Price No Data $100
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests No Data
  • Eye Examination
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • Patellar Luxation
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    Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Afador in the table (that is, `Ease of Grooming` score + `General Health` score + `Calmness` score + …etc) and we compared it to the corresponding total score for the Flat-Coated Retriever. We call these total scores the Better-Pet Scores, as we mentioned earlier. We called this score the Better-Pet score because the better dog breed will have a higher score. This is because the pet will the higher score will have minimal needs and be easier to have as a pet.

    The Better-Pet score for the Afador is 59 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Flat-Coated Retriever is 78 out of 125.

    Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Flat-Coated Retriever is a better pet than the Afador. So, you should get the Flat-Coated Retriever!

    Although we have done our best to analyze these two dog breeds in a very unbiased way, however, we will like to let you know that there are some dog attributes that cannot be assigned a number for comparison. We cannot put a number on how cute a dog breed is, for example. Beauty is in the eye of the beholder.

    Also, the dog breed that best suits you will depend on your peculiar lifestyle, your taste, and your priorities, which we do not know. So, for you to decide on which breed is right for you, read through the rest of the article to further understand both the Afador and the Flat-Coated Retriever so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Afador and the Flat-Coated Retriever

    Below is a list of where the Afador and the Flat-Coated Retriever are most different:

    • Afadors are not very friendly towards strangers. However, Flat-Coated Retrievers are very friendly towards strangers.
    • Afadors are not easy to train. However, Flat-Coated Retrievers are very easy to train.
    • Afadors do not get along well with kids. They are not kid-friendly. However, Flat-Coated Retrievers get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    The Similarities Between the Afador and the Flat-Coated Retriever

    The Afador and the Flat-Coated Retriever are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Afador and the Flat-Coated Retriever are most similar:

    • Both the Afador and the Flat-Coated Retriever do not adapt well to apartment living.
    • Both the Afador and the Flat-Coated Retriever are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
    • Both the Afador and the Flat-Coated Retriever can tolerate cold weather.
    • Both the Afador and the Flat-Coated Retriever are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
    • Both the Afador and the Flat-Coated Retriever shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
    • Both the Afador and the Flat-Coated Retriever gain weight easily. You need to pay careful attention to what you feed them.
    • Both the Afador and the Flat-Coated Retriever are prone to nip and chew at things.
    • Both the Afador and the Flat-Coated Retriever have a high prey drive. They do not get along well with other pets.
    • Both the Afador and the Flat-Coated Retriever are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
    • Both the Afador and the Flat-Coated Retriever have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
    • Both the Afador and the Flat-Coated Retriever have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
    • Both the Afador and the Flat-Coated Retriever do things with high intensity. They can be very forceful.
    • Both the Afador and the Flat-Coated Retriever require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise.
    • Both the Afador and the Flat-Coated Retriever are highly intelligent.

    Size Comparison of Afador versus Flat-Coated Retriever

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Afador and the Flat-Coated Retriever.

    Afadors weigh 50 to 75 pounds when fully grown. Afadors are 20 to 29 inches when fully grown.

    On the other hand, Flat-Coated Retrievers weigh 55 to 70 pounds when fully grown. Flat-Coated Retrievers are 1 foot, 10 inches to 2 feet tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    Lifespan of Afador versus Flat-Coated Retriever

    The lifespan of Afadors is between 10 to 12 years. The average lifespan of Afadors is 11.0 years.

    The lifespan of Flat-Coated Retrievers is between 10 to 12 years. The average lifespan of Flat-Coated Retrievers is 11.0 years.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Afador versus Flat-Coated Retriever

    Afadors can be left alone only for a short time.

    Flat-Coated Retrievers do not like to be left alone.

    Do Afadors shed more than Flat-Coated Retrievers?

    Afadors shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.

    Flat-Coated Retrievers shed moderately.

    Which one drools more, the Afador or the Flat-Coated Retriever

    Afadors drool moderately.

    Flat-Coated Retrievers do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Afador or the Flat-Coated Retriever?

    Afadors require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.

    Flat-Coated Retrievers are very easy to groom.

    Does the Afador Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Flat-Coated Retriever?

    Afadors have a high prey drive. They have the tendency to chase after smaller animals and pets. They do not get along well with other pets.

    Flat-Coated Retrievers have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.

    Do Afadors Bark and Howl? What about Flat-Coated Retrievers?

    Afadors are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.

    Flat-Coated Retrievers are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.

    Can Afadors Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Flat-Coated Retrievers Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Afadors can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Flat-Coated Retrievers can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: Afador vs. Flat-Coated Retriever

    Afadors have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.

    Flat-Coated Retrievers have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.

    Can Afadors Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Flat-Coated Retrievers Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Afadors cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.

    Flat-Coated Retrievers can tolerate hot weather.

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Afador or the Flat-Coated Retriever?

    Afadors get along fairly well with other dogs.

    Flat-Coated Retrievers get along very well with other dogs.

    Are Afadors good family dogs? What about Flat-Coated Retrievers?

    Afadors are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    Flat-Coated Retrievers are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    How Kid-friendly are Afadors and Flat-Coated Retrievers?

    Afadors do not get along well with kids. They are not kid-friendly.

    Flat-Coated Retrievers get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Is the Afador Easier to Train than the Flat-Coated Retriever?

    Afadors are not easy to train.

    Flat-Coated Retrievers are very easy to train.

    Is the Afador Better for Apartment Owners than the Flat-Coated Retriever?

    Afadors do not adapt well to apartment living.

    Flat-Coated Retrievers do not adapt well to apartment living.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Afador or the Flat-Coated Retriever?

    Afadors are not the best dogs for new dog owners.

    Flat-Coated Retrievers are not the best dogs for new dog owners.

    Conclusion: Afador versus Flat-Coated Retriever. Which One is a Better Pet?

    In summary, there is nothing like a better dog breed or a worse dog breed. The important question to ask is which dog breed better matches your interests and lifestyle. We hope our discussion above will help you in deciding which dog breed between the Afador and the Flat-Coated Retriever better suits you and your family.