Which is Better between the Flat-Coated Retriever and the Frenchton? A Very Detailed Review.

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Flat-Coated Retriever Versus Frenchton: Introduction

Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Flat-Coated Retriever and the Frenchton? 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 Frenchton 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 Frenchton.

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Flat-Coated Retriever and the Frenchton 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 Frenchton. 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 Frenchton.

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 Frenchton

Flat-Coated Retriever versus Frenchton: Overview

A very important difference between the Flat-Coated Retriever and the Frenchton is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Flat-Coated Retriever is a medium-sized dog while the Frenchton 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 Frenchton belongs to the Mixed Breed Dogs group. Mixed Breed Dogs are not purebred dogs.

Flat-Coated Retriever versus Frenchton: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Flat-Coated Retriever to the Frenchton 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 Frenchton
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 1/5 5/5
Tolerates Being Alone 1/5 2/5
Height 1 foot, 10 inches to 2 feet tall at the shoulder 11 to 14 inches
Life Span 10 to 12 years 12 to 15 years
Good For Novice Owners 2/5 5/5
Does NOT Drool 4/5 3/5
Does NOT Shed 3/5 2/5
Does NOT chew on things 3/5 4/5
Low Prey Drive 3/5 4/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 4/5 3/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 4/5 3/5
Easy To Groom 4/5 5/5
General Health 4/5 4/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 2/5 4/5
Easy To Train 4/5 4/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 2/5 3/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 2/5 3/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 2/5 3/5
Easygoing 1/5 3/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 5/5
Kid-Friendly 5/5 5/5
Dog Friendly 5/5 5/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 5/5 5/5
Intelligence 5/5 4/5
NOT Rambunctious 1/5 3/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 1/5 3/5
Potential For Playfulness 5/5 5/5
Weight 55 to 70 pounds 15 to 25 pounds
Average Lifespan 11.0 years 13.5 years
Average Price $1350 $2130
Price Range $1150 – $1800 $1650 – $2500
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests
  • Eye Examination
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • Patellar Luxation
    		•  No Data

    *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 Frenchton. 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 Frenchton is 95 out of 125.

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

    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 Frenchton 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 Frenchton

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

  • Flat-Coated Retrievers do not adapt well to apartment living. However, Frenchtons adapt well to apartment living.
  • Flat-Coated Retrievers are not the best dogs for new dog owners. However, Frenchtons are good for new dog owners.

    • The Similarities Between the Flat-Coated Retriever and the Frenchton

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

  • Both the Flat-Coated Retriever and the Frenchton do not like to be left alone.
  • Both the Flat-Coated Retriever and the Frenchton do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the Flat-Coated Retriever and the Frenchton can tolerate cold weather.
  • Both the Flat-Coated Retriever and the Frenchton can tolerate hot weather.
  • Both the Flat-Coated Retriever and the Frenchton are very easy to groom.
  • Both the Flat-Coated Retriever and the Frenchton are very healthy. They do not suffer from a lot of health problems compared to other dog breeds
  • Both the Flat-Coated Retriever and the Frenchton are very easy to train.
  • Both the Flat-Coated Retriever and the Frenchton are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
  • Both the Flat-Coated Retriever and the Frenchton have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
  • Both the Flat-Coated Retriever and the Frenchton do things with high intensity. They can be very forceful.
  • Both the Flat-Coated Retriever and the Frenchton are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Flat-Coated Retriever and the Frenchton get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
  • Both the Flat-Coated Retriever and the Frenchton get along well with other dogs.
  • Both the Flat-Coated Retriever and the Frenchton are very friendly towards strangers.
  • Both the Flat-Coated Retriever and the Frenchton are highly intelligent.
  • Both the Flat-Coated Retriever and the Frenchton are very playful.

    • Size (Weight and Height) of Flat-Coated Retriever versus Frenchton

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

    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, Frenchtons weigh 15 to 25 pounds when fully grown. Frenchtons are 11 to 14 inches when fully grown.

    Price of Flat-Coated Retriever versus Price of Frenchton

    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 Frenchton puppy is $2130. The price of the Frenchton typically ranges from $1650 – $2500. However, the price of a Frenchton can be as low as $800 and as high as $8000. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 230 Frenchton puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The Frenchton is more expensive than the Flat-Coated Retriever.

    Flat-Coated Retriever Frenchton
    Average Price $1350 $2130
    Price Range $1150 to $1800 $1650 to $2500

    The charts below show the price distribution for the Flat-Coated Retriever and Frenchton. For different price points, the charts show how many Flat-Coated Retriever puppies or how many Frenchton 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 Flat-Coated Retrievers. The typical price range is shaded Green.

    A breakdown of the prices of Frenchtons

    A breakdown of the prices of Frenchtons

    Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Flat-Coated Retriever puppy or the Frenchton 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 Frenchton?

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

    Frenchtons adapt very well to apartment living.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Flat-Coated Retriever versus Frenchton

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

    Frenchtons do not like to be left alone.

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

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

    Frenchtons are very good for new dog owners.

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

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

    Frenchtons drool moderately.

    Do Flat-Coated Retrievers shed more than Frenchtons?

    Flat-Coated Retrievers shed moderately.

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

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

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

    Frenchtons 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.

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

    Flat-Coated Retrievers can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Frenchtons can moderately tolerate cold weather.

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

    Flat-Coated Retrievers can tolerate hot weather.

    Frenchtons can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.

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

    Flat-Coated Retrievers are very easy to groom.

    Frenchtons are very easy to groom.

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

    Flat-Coated Retrievers are very easy to train.

    Frenchtons are very easy to train.

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

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

    Frenchtons bark and howl, but not very much.

    Wanderlust Potential: Flat-Coated Retriever vs. Frenchton

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Frenchtons 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:

  • Wirehaired Pointing Griffon (81 percent match with Flat-Coated Retriever). Here is our comparison of the Frenchton vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon.

    • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Frenchton

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Frenchton 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 Frenchton:

  • Cavalier King Charles Spaniel (77 percent match with Frenchton). Here is our comparison of the Flat-Coated Retriever vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel.
  • Japanese Spitz (75 percent match with Frenchton). Here is our comparison of the Flat-Coated Retriever vs Japanese Spitz.
  • Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier (77 percent match with Frenchton). Here is our comparison of the Flat-Coated Retriever vs Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier.

    • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

    You may also be interested in how the Flat-Coated Retriever and how the Frenchton compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Flat-Coated Retriever and of the Frenchton to other breeds:

    Flat-Coated Retriever Versus Other Dog Breeds

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    Frenchton Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Frenchton versus Boston Terrier     Frenchton versus Beagle     Frenchton versus Kishu Ken     Frenchton versus Toy Fox Terrier     Frenchton versus Belgian Sheepdog     Frenchton versus Plott     Frenchton versus Norwich Terrier     Frenchton versus Shih Tzu     Frenchton versus Carolina Dog     

    Conclusion: Flat-Coated Retriever versus Frenchton. 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 Frenchton better suits you and your family.