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- Flat-Coated Retriever Versus Bich Poo: Introduction
- Flat-Coated Retriever versus Bich Poo: Overview
- Flat-Coated Retriever versus Bich Poo: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Flat-Coated Retriever and the Bich Poo
- The Similarities Between the Flat-Coated Retriever and the Bich Poo
- Size (Weight and Height) of Flat-Coated Retriever versus Bich Poo
- Price of Flat-Coated Retriever versus Price of Bich Poo
- Tolerates Being Alone: Flat-Coated Retriever versus Bich Poo
- Which one drools more, the Flat-Coated Retriever or the Bich Poo
- Do Flat-Coated Retrievers shed more than Bich Poos?
- Does the Flat-Coated Retriever Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Bich Poo?
- Can Flat-Coated Retrievers Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Bich Poos Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Can Flat-Coated Retrievers Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Bich Poos Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Flat-Coated Retriever or the Bich Poo?
- Is the Flat-Coated Retriever Easier to Train than the Bich Poo?
- Do Flat-Coated Retrievers Bark and Howl? What about Bich Poos?
- Wanderlust Potential: Flat-Coated Retriever vs. Bich Poo
- Are Flat-Coated Retrievers good family dogs? What about Bich Poos?
- How Kid-friendly are Flat-Coated Retrievers and Bich Poos?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Flat-Coated Retriever or the Bich Poo?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Flat-Coated Retriever
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Bich Poo
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Flat-Coated Retriever versus Bich Poo. Which One is a Better Pet?
Flat-Coated Retriever Versus Bich Poo: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Flat-Coated Retriever and the Bich Poo? Well, you have come to the right place. In this article, we will provide you a detailed comparison of these two dog breeds to help you decide which of the Flat-Coated Retriever and the Bich Poo 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 Flat-Coated Retriever and the Bich Poo.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Flat-Coated Retriever and the Bich Poo 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 Flat-Coated Retriever and for the Bich Poo. The dog breed with the higher Better-Pet score is the `better` pet. We hope that these Better-Pet Scores will provide you more insight into deciding which pet to get between the Flat-Coated Retriever and the Bich Poo.
Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the Flat-Coated Retriever or the Bich Poo
Flat-Coated Retriever versus Bich Poo: Overview
A very important difference between the Flat-Coated Retriever and the Bich Poo is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Flat-Coated Retriever is a medium-sized dog while the Bich Poo is a small-sized dog.
Furthermore, 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.
On the other hand, the Bich Poo belongs to the Mixed Breed Dogs group. Mixed Breed Dogs are not purebred dogs.
Flat-Coated Retriever versus Bich Poo: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Flat-Coated Retriever to the Bich Poo 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.
| Factor | Flat-Coated Retriever | Bich Poo |
|---|---|---|
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 1/5 | 5/5 |
| Tolerates Being Alone | 1/5 | 1/5 |
| Height | 1 foot, 10 inches to 2 feet tall at the shoulder | 9 to 15 inches |
| Life Span | 10 to 12 years | 12 to 15 years |
| Good For Novice Owners | 2/5 | 5/5 |
| Does NOT Drool | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 4/5 | 1/5 |
| General Health | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Easy To Train | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Easygoing | 1/5 | 1/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Intelligence | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Weight | 55 to 70 pounds | 6 to 17 pounds |
| Average Lifespan | 11.0 years | 13.5 years |
| Average Price | $1350 | $2230 |
| Price Range | $1150 – $1800 | $1600 – $2600 |
| Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests |
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*Data from dogtime.com, OFA.org (The Orthopedic Foundation for Animals), petcalculator.com, wikipedia.org, ATTS.org (the American Temperament Test Society)
Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Flat-Coated Retriever 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 Bich Poo. 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 a Flat-Coated Retriever is 78 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for a Bich Poo is 88 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Bich Poo is a better pet than the Flat-Coated Retriever. So, you should get the Bich Poo!
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 Flat-Coated Retriever and the Bich Poo so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.
The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Flat-Coated Retriever and the Bich Poo
Below is a list of where the Flat-Coated Retriever and the Bich Poo are most different:
The Similarities Between the Flat-Coated Retriever and the Bich Poo
The Flat-Coated Retriever and the Bich Poo are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Flat-Coated Retriever and the Bich Poo are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Flat-Coated Retriever versus Bich Poo
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Flat-Coated Retriever and the Bich Poo.
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.
On the other hand, Bich Poos weigh 6 to 17 pounds when fully grown. Bich Poos are 9 to 15 inches when fully grown.
Price of Flat-Coated Retriever versus Price of Bich Poo
The average price of the Flat-Coated Retriever puppy is $1350. The price of the Flat-Coated Retriever typically ranges from $1150 – $1800. However, the price of a Flat-Coated Retriever can be as low as $100 and as high as $2500. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 8 Flat-Coated Retriever puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The average price of the Bich Poo puppy is $2230. The price of the Bich Poo typically ranges from $1600 – $2600. However, the price of a Bich Poo can be as low as $1000 and as high as $5000. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 247 Bich Poo puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The Bich Poo is more expensive than the Flat-Coated Retriever.
| Flat-Coated Retriever | Bich Poo | |
|---|---|---|
| Average Price | $1350 | $2230 |
| Price Range | $1150 to $1800 | $1600 to $2600 |
The charts below show the price distribution for the Flat-Coated Retriever and Bich Poo. For different price points, the charts show how many Flat-Coated Retriever puppies or how many Bich Poo puppies are listed for sale at those price points.
A breakdown of the prices of Flat-Coated Retrievers. The typical price range is shaded Green.
A breakdown of the prices of Bich Poos
Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Flat-Coated Retriever puppy or the Bich Poo puppy. This includes if health screening tests have been performed on the puppy, if the puppy is from a famous pedigree, the US State where the puppy is bred, etc.
Nevertheless, when looking from a puppy, look at buying a puppy only from well-established breeders that breed puppies primarily for the love of dogs, and secondarily for profit. Do not buy a puppy from one of those puppy mills that mass-produce puppies in bad living conditions for maximum profit.
You may also consider adopting a dog instead of buying a dog.
Is the Flat-Coated Retriever Better for Apartment Owners than the Bich Poo?
Flat-Coated Retrievers do not adapt well to apartment living.
Bich Poos adapt very well to apartment living.
Tolerates Being Alone: Flat-Coated Retriever versus Bich Poo
Flat-Coated Retrievers do not like to be left alone.
Bich Poos do not like to be left alone.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Flat-Coated Retriever or the Bich Poo?
Flat-Coated Retrievers are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
Bich Poos are very good for new dog owners.
Which one drools more, the Flat-Coated Retriever or the Bich Poo
Flat-Coated Retrievers do have a very low tendency to drool.
Bich Poos do have a very low tendency to drool.
Do Flat-Coated Retrievers shed more than Bich Poos?
Flat-Coated Retrievers shed moderately.
Bich Poos do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
Does the Flat-Coated Retriever Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Bich Poo?
Flat-Coated Retrievers have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.
Bich Poos have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.
Can Flat-Coated Retrievers Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Bich Poos Tolerate Cold Weather?
Flat-Coated Retrievers can very well tolerate cold weather.
Bich Poos can moderately tolerate cold weather.
Can Flat-Coated Retrievers Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Bich Poos Tolerate Hot Weather?
Flat-Coated Retrievers can tolerate hot weather.
Bich Poos can tolerate hot weather.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Flat-Coated Retriever or the Bich Poo?
Flat-Coated Retrievers are very easy to groom.
Bich Poos require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.
Is the Flat-Coated Retriever Easier to Train than the Bich Poo?
Flat-Coated Retrievers are very easy to train.
Bich Poos are very easy to train.
Do Flat-Coated Retrievers Bark and Howl? What about Bich Poos?
Flat-Coated Retrievers are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
Bich Poos are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Wanderlust Potential: Flat-Coated Retriever vs. Bich Poo
Flat-Coated Retrievers have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
Bich Poos do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
Are Flat-Coated Retrievers good family dogs? What about Bich Poos?
Flat-Coated Retrievers are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Bich Poos are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
How Kid-friendly are Flat-Coated Retrievers and Bich Poos?
Flat-Coated Retrievers get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Bich Poos get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Flat-Coated Retriever or the Bich Poo?
Flat-Coated Retrievers get along very well with other dogs.
Bich Poos get along very well with other dogs.
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Flat-Coated Retriever
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Flat-Coated Retriever that you can consider on your quest to get the best pet.
We crunched the numbers and found that the following dog breeds have similar personality and temperament as the Flat-Coated Retriever:
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Bich Poo
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Bich Poo that you can consider on your quest to get the best pet.
We crunched the numbers and found that the following dog breeds have similar personality and temperament as the Bich Poo:
Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
You may also be interested in how the Flat-Coated Retriever and how the Bich Poo compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Flat-Coated Retriever and of the Bich Poo to other breeds:
Flat-Coated Retriever Versus Other Dog Breeds
Flat-Coated Retriever versus Puli Flat-Coated Retriever versus Saluki Flat-Coated Retriever versus Norwegian Buhund Flat-Coated Retriever versus English Springer Spaniel Flat-Coated Retriever versus Rhodesian Ridgeback Flat-Coated Retriever versus Maltipoo Flat-Coated Retriever versus Lancashire Heeler Flat-Coated Retriever versus Basset Fauve de Bretagne Flat-Coated Retriever versus Welsh Springer Spaniel Flat-Coated Retriever versus Boxer
Bich Poo Versus Other Dog Breeds
Bich Poo versus Shiloh Shepherd Bich Poo versus Whoodle Bich Poo versus Puggle Bich Poo versus Black and Tan Coonhound Bich Poo versus Schnoodle Bich Poo versus German Wirehaired Pointer Bich Poo versus Basenji Bich Poo versus Belgian Malinois Bich Poo versus Redbone Coonhound Bich Poo versus Spanish Mastiff
Conclusion: Flat-Coated Retriever versus Bich Poo. 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 Flat-Coated Retriever and the Bich Poo better suits you and your family.