Breed Comparison: Barbet Versus Golden Cocker Retriever

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Barbet Versus Golden Cocker Retriever: Introduction

Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Barbet and the Golden Cocker 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 Barbet and the Golden Cocker 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 Barbet and the Golden Cocker Retriever.

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Barbet and the Golden Cocker 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 Barbet and for the Golden Cocker 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 Barbet and the Golden Cocker Retriever.

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

Barbet versus Golden Cocker Retriever: Overview

Both the Barbet and the Golden Cocker Retriever are similar in size. The Barbet and the Golden Cocker Retriever are both medium-sized dogs.

Furthermore, the Barbet 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.

On the other hand, the Golden Cocker Retriever belongs to the Mixed Breed Dogs group. Mixed Breed Dogs are not purebred dogs.

Barbet versus Golden Cocker Retriever: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Barbet to the Golden Cocker 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 Barbet and the Golden Cocker Retriever

Factor Barbet Golden Cocker Retriever
Tolerates Being Alone 1/5 1/5
Does NOT Drool 5/5 5/5
Easy To Groom 1/5 4/5
Life Span 13 to 15 years 12 to 15 years
Good For Novice Owners 2/5 4/5
Does NOT Shed 4/5 2/5
Does NOT chew on things 4/5 4/5
Height 20 to 25 inches tall at the shoulder 20 to 24 inches
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 3/5 1/5
Easygoing 3/5 2/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 3/5 3/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 3/5 2/5
Low Prey Drive 3/5 4/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 3/5 3/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 3/5 2/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 3/5 4/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 3/5 2/5
Weight 37 to 62 pounds 30 to 45 pounds
Tolerates Cold Weather 4/5 2/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 4/5 4/5
Kid-Friendly 4/5 4/5
Dog Friendly 4/5 4/5
General Health 4/5 4/5
Easy To Train 4/5 4/5
Intelligence 4/5 4/5
Potential For Playfulness 4/5 5/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 5/5
NOT Rambunctious 1/5 1/5
Average Lifespan 14.0 years 13.5 years
Price Range No Data $1450 – $2000
Average Price No Data $1830
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests
  • AKC or UKC DNA Profile
  • Elbow Dysplasia
  • Eye Examination- minimum age 12 months, recommend CAER eye exam prior to onset of breeding and then periodically thereafter
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA) DNA Test
    		•  No Data

    Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Barbet 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 Golden Cocker 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 Barbet is 82 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Golden Cocker Retriever is 80 out of 125.

    Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Barbet is a better pet than the Golden Cocker Retriever. So, you should get the Barbet!

    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 Barbet and the Golden Cocker Retriever so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Barbet and the Golden Cocker Retriever

    Below is a list of where the Barbet and the Golden Cocker Retriever are most different:

    • Barbets require a lot of grooming and are not very easy to groom. However, Golden Cocker Retrievers are very easy to groom.

    The Similarities Between the Barbet and the Golden Cocker Retriever

    The Barbet and the Golden Cocker Retriever are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Barbet and the Golden Cocker Retriever are most similar:

    • Both the Barbet and the Golden Cocker Retriever do not like to be left alone.
    • Both the Barbet and the Golden Cocker Retriever do not have the tendency to drool.
    • Both the Barbet and the Golden Cocker Retriever are not prone to nip and chew at things.
    • Both the Barbet and the Golden Cocker Retriever can tolerate hot weather.
    • Both the Barbet and the Golden Cocker Retriever get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
    • Both the Barbet and the Golden Cocker Retriever get along well with other dogs.
    • Both the Barbet and the Golden Cocker Retriever are very healthy. They do not suffer from a lot of health problems compared to other dog breeds
    • Both the Barbet and the Golden Cocker Retriever are very easy to train.
    • Both the Barbet and the Golden Cocker Retriever are highly intelligent.
    • Both the Barbet and the Golden Cocker Retriever are very playful.
    • Both the Barbet and the Golden Cocker Retriever are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
    • Both the Barbet and the Golden Cocker Retriever have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.

    Size Comparison of Barbet versus Golden Cocker Retriever

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Barbet and the Golden Cocker Retriever.

    Barbets weigh 37 to 62 pounds when fully grown. Barbets are 20 to 25 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    On the other hand, Golden Cocker Retrievers weigh 30 to 45 pounds when fully grown. Golden Cocker Retrievers are 20 to 24 inches when fully grown.

    Lifespan of Barbet versus Golden Cocker Retriever

    The lifespan of Barbets is between 13 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Barbets is 14.0 years.

    The lifespan of Golden Cocker Retrievers is between 12 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Golden Cocker Retrievers is 13.5 years.

    Barbets live longer than Golden Cocker Retrievers.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Barbet versus Golden Cocker Retriever

    Barbets do not like to be left alone.

    Golden Cocker Retrievers do not like to be left alone.

    Do Barbets shed more than Golden Cocker Retrievers?

    Barbets do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.

    Golden Cocker Retrievers shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.

    Which one drools more, the Barbet or the Golden Cocker Retriever

    Barbets do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Golden Cocker Retrievers do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Barbet or the Golden Cocker Retriever?

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

    Golden Cocker Retrievers are very easy to groom.

    Does the Barbet Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Golden Cocker Retriever?

    Barbets have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.

    Golden Cocker Retrievers have a very low prey drive. This means they get won`t chase after smaller pets. They tend to get along well with other pets.

    Do Barbets Bark and Howl? What about Golden Cocker Retrievers?

    Barbets bark and howl, but not very much.

    Golden Cocker Retrievers bark and howl, but not very much.

    Can Barbets Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Golden Cocker Retrievers Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Barbets can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Golden Cocker Retrievers cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.

    Wanderlust Potential: Barbet vs. Golden Cocker Retriever

    Barbets have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.

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

    Can Barbets Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Golden Cocker Retrievers Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Barbets can tolerate hot weather.

    Golden Cocker Retrievers can tolerate hot weather.

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Barbet or the Golden Cocker Retriever?

    Barbets get along very well with other dogs.

    Golden Cocker Retrievers get along very well with other dogs.

    Are Barbets good family dogs? What about Golden Cocker Retrievers?

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

    Golden Cocker Retrievers are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    How Kid-friendly are Barbets and Golden Cocker Retrievers?

    Barbets get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Golden Cocker Retrievers get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Is the Barbet Easier to Train than the Golden Cocker Retriever?

    Barbets are very easy to train.

    Golden Cocker Retrievers are very easy to train.

    Is the Barbet Better for Apartment Owners than the Golden Cocker Retriever?

    Barbets adapt moderately well to apartment living.

    Golden Cocker Retrievers do not adapt well to apartment living.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Barbet or the Golden Cocker Retriever?

    Barbets are not the best dogs for new dog owners.

    Golden Cocker Retrievers are very good for new dog owners.

    Conclusion: Barbet versus Golden Cocker 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 Barbet and the Golden Cocker Retriever better suits you and your family.