Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Flat-Coated Retriever Versus King Shepherd: Introduction
- Flat-Coated Retriever versus King Shepherd: Overview
- Flat-Coated Retriever versus King Shepherd: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Flat-Coated Retriever and the King Shepherd
- The Similarities Between the Flat-Coated Retriever and the King Shepherd
- Size (Weight and Height) of Flat-Coated Retriever versus King Shepherd
- Price of Flat-Coated Retriever versus Price of King Shepherd
- Tolerates Being Alone: Flat-Coated Retriever versus King Shepherd
- Which one drools more, the Flat-Coated Retriever or the King Shepherd
- Do Flat-Coated Retrievers shed more than King Shepherds?
- Does the Flat-Coated Retriever Have a Higher Prey Drive than the King Shepherd?
- Can Flat-Coated Retrievers Tolerate Cold Weather? And can King Shepherds Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Can Flat-Coated Retrievers Tolerate Hot Weather? Can King Shepherds Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Flat-Coated Retriever or the King Shepherd?
- Is the Flat-Coated Retriever Easier to Train than the King Shepherd?
- Do Flat-Coated Retrievers Bark and Howl? What about King Shepherds?
- Wanderlust Potential: Flat-Coated Retriever vs. King Shepherd
- Are Flat-Coated Retrievers good family dogs? What about King Shepherds?
- How Kid-friendly are Flat-Coated Retrievers and King Shepherds?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Flat-Coated Retriever or the King Shepherd?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Flat-Coated Retriever
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the King Shepherd
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Flat-Coated Retriever versus King Shepherd. Which One is a Better Pet?
Flat-Coated Retriever Versus King Shepherd: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Flat-Coated Retriever and the King Shepherd? 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 King Shepherd 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 King Shepherd.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Flat-Coated Retriever and the King Shepherd 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 King Shepherd. 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 King Shepherd.
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 King Shepherd
Flat-Coated Retriever versus King Shepherd: Overview
A very important difference between the Flat-Coated Retriever and the King Shepherd is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Flat-Coated Retriever is a medium-sized dog while the King Shepherd is a giant-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 King Shepherd belongs to the Hybrid Dogs group. Hybrid Dogs are the offsprings of 2 or more known, but different, dog breeds..
Flat-Coated Retriever versus King Shepherd: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Flat-Coated Retriever to the King Shepherd 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 | King Shepherd |
|---|---|---|
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 1/5 | 4/5 |
| Tolerates Being Alone | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Height | 1 foot, 10 inches to 2 feet tall at the shoulder | 25 to 31 inches |
| Life Span | 10 to 12 years | 10 to 11 years |
| Good For Novice Owners | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Does NOT Drool | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| General Health | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Easy To Train | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Easygoing | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Intelligence | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Weight | 55 to 70 pounds | 75 to 150 pounds |
| Average Lifespan | 11.0 years | 10.5 years |
| Average Price | $1350 | $1560 |
| Price Range | $1150 – $1800 | $700 – $2500 |
| 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 King Shepherd. 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 King Shepherd is 84 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the King Shepherd is a better pet than the Flat-Coated Retriever. So, you should get the King Shepherd!
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 King Shepherd 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 King Shepherd
Below is a list of where the Flat-Coated Retriever and the King Shepherd are most different:
The Similarities Between the Flat-Coated Retriever and the King Shepherd
The Flat-Coated Retriever and the King Shepherd are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Flat-Coated Retriever and the King Shepherd are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Flat-Coated Retriever versus King Shepherd
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Flat-Coated Retriever and the King Shepherd.
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, King Shepherds weigh 75 to 150 pounds when fully grown. King Shepherds are 25 to 31 inches when fully grown.
Price of Flat-Coated Retriever versus Price of King Shepherd
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 King Shepherd puppy is $1560. The price of the King Shepherd typically ranges from $700 – $2500. However, the price of a King Shepherd can be as low as $150 and as high as $3000. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 34 King Shepherd puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The King Shepherd is more expensive than the Flat-Coated Retriever.
| Flat-Coated Retriever | King Shepherd | |
|---|---|---|
| Average Price | $1350 | $1560 |
| Price Range | $1150 to $1800 | $700 to $2500 |
The charts below show the price distribution for the Flat-Coated Retriever and King Shepherd. For different price points, the charts show how many Flat-Coated Retriever puppies or how many King Shepherd 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 King Shepherds
Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Flat-Coated Retriever puppy or the King Shepherd 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 King Shepherd?
Flat-Coated Retrievers do not adapt well to apartment living.
King Shepherds adapt very well to apartment living.
Tolerates Being Alone: Flat-Coated Retriever versus King Shepherd
Flat-Coated Retrievers do not like to be left alone.
King Shepherds do not like to be left alone.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Flat-Coated Retriever or the King Shepherd?
Flat-Coated Retrievers are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
King Shepherds are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
Which one drools more, the Flat-Coated Retriever or the King Shepherd
Flat-Coated Retrievers do have a very low tendency to drool.
King Shepherds have a very high tendency to drool.
Do Flat-Coated Retrievers shed more than King Shepherds?
Flat-Coated Retrievers shed moderately.
King Shepherds shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
Does the Flat-Coated Retriever Have a Higher Prey Drive than the King Shepherd?
Flat-Coated Retrievers have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.
King Shepherds 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 King Shepherds Tolerate Cold Weather?
Flat-Coated Retrievers can very well tolerate cold weather.
King Shepherds can very well tolerate cold weather.
Can Flat-Coated Retrievers Tolerate Hot Weather? Can King Shepherds Tolerate Hot Weather?
Flat-Coated Retrievers can tolerate hot weather.
King Shepherds can tolerate hot weather.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Flat-Coated Retriever or the King Shepherd?
Flat-Coated Retrievers are very easy to groom.
King Shepherds are very easy to groom.
Is the Flat-Coated Retriever Easier to Train than the King Shepherd?
Flat-Coated Retrievers are very easy to train.
King Shepherds are very easy to train.
Do Flat-Coated Retrievers Bark and Howl? What about King Shepherds?
Flat-Coated Retrievers are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
King Shepherds are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Wanderlust Potential: Flat-Coated Retriever vs. King Shepherd
Flat-Coated Retrievers have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
King Shepherds 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 King Shepherds?
Flat-Coated Retrievers are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
King Shepherds are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
How Kid-friendly are Flat-Coated Retrievers and King Shepherds?
Flat-Coated Retrievers get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
King Shepherds get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Flat-Coated Retriever or the King Shepherd?
Flat-Coated Retrievers get along very well with other dogs.
King Shepherds 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 King Shepherd
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the King Shepherd 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 King Shepherd:
Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
You may also be interested in how the Flat-Coated Retriever and how the King Shepherd compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Flat-Coated Retriever and of the King Shepherd to other breeds:
Flat-Coated Retriever Versus Other Dog Breeds
Flat-Coated Retriever versus Pomsky Flat-Coated Retriever versus Boston Terrier Flat-Coated Retriever versus Chow Chow Flat-Coated Retriever versus Catahoula Leopard Dog Flat-Coated Retriever versus Mastiff Flat-Coated Retriever versus Portuguese Pointer Flat-Coated Retriever versus Cesky Terrier Flat-Coated Retriever versus Mastiff Flat-Coated Retriever versus Lhasapoo Flat-Coated Retriever versus Braque du Bourbonnais
King Shepherd Versus Other Dog Breeds
King Shepherd versus Maltese King Shepherd versus Saint Berdoodle King Shepherd versus Belgian Sheepdog King Shepherd versus German Wirehaired Pointer King Shepherd versus Wirehaired Pointing Griffon King Shepherd versus Flat-Coated Retriever King Shepherd versus Cocker Spaniel King Shepherd versus Rhodesian Ridgeback King Shepherd versus Toy Poodle King Shepherd versus Shiloh Shepherd
Conclusion: Flat-Coated Retriever versus King Shepherd. 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 King Shepherd better suits you and your family.