Differences and Similarities between the Flat-Coated Retriever and the Pomsky.

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Flat-Coated Retriever Versus Pomsky: Introduction

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

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

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 Pomsky

Flat-Coated Retriever versus Pomsky: Overview

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

Flat-Coated Retriever versus Pomsky: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Flat-Coated Retriever to the Pomsky 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 Pomsky
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 10 to 15 inches
Life Span 10 to 12 years 12 to 15 years
Good For Novice Owners 2/5 2/5
Does NOT Drool 4/5 5/5
Does NOT Shed 3/5 2/5
Does NOT chew on things 3/5 3/5
Low Prey Drive 3/5 2/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 4/5 5/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 4/5 3/5
Easy To Groom 4/5 2/5
General Health 4/5 3/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 2/5 3/5
Easy To Train 4/5 3/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 2/5 1/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 2/5 4/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 2/5 4/5
Easygoing 1/5 2/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 5/5
Kid-Friendly 5/5 2/5
Dog Friendly 5/5 3/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 5/5 3/5
Intelligence 5/5 4/5
NOT Rambunctious 1/5 2/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 1/5 3/5
Potential For Playfulness 5/5 4/5
Weight 55 to 70 pounds 7 to 38 pounds
Average Lifespan 11.0 years 13.5 years
Average Price $1350 $2270
Price Range $1150 – $1800 $1500 – $2995
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 Pomsky. 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 Pomsky is 76 out of 125.

    Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Flat-Coated Retriever is a better pet than the Pomsky. 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 Flat-Coated Retriever and the Pomsky 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 Pomsky

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

  • Flat-Coated Retrievers do not adapt well to apartment living. However, Pomskys adapt well to apartment living.
  • Flat-Coated Retrievers get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly. However, Pomskys do not get along well with kids. They are not kid-friendly.

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

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

  • Both the Flat-Coated Retriever and the Pomsky do not like to be left alone.
  • Both the Flat-Coated Retriever and the Pomsky are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
  • Both the Flat-Coated Retriever and the Pomsky do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the Flat-Coated Retriever and the Pomsky can tolerate cold weather.
  • Both the Flat-Coated Retriever and the Pomsky can tolerate hot weather.
  • Both the Flat-Coated Retriever and the Pomsky 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 Pomsky gain weight easily. You need to pay careful attention to what you feed them.
  • Both the Flat-Coated Retriever and the Pomsky are very easy to train.
  • Both the Flat-Coated Retriever and the Pomsky are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
  • Both the Flat-Coated Retriever and the Pomsky are easily disturbed by noise in their environments. They are sensitive to human tone. They will understand the tone of your voice when you try to correct their behaviors with a firm tone.
  • Both the Flat-Coated Retriever and the Pomsky are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Flat-Coated Retriever and the Pomsky are highly intelligent.
  • Both the Flat-Coated Retriever and the Pomsky have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
  • Both the Flat-Coated Retriever and the Pomsky are very playful.

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

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

    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, Pomskys weigh 7 to 38 pounds when fully grown. Pomskys are 10 to 15 inches when fully grown.

    Price of Flat-Coated Retriever versus Price of Pomsky

    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 Pomsky puppy is $2270. The price of the Pomsky typically ranges from $1500 – $2995. However, the price of a Pomsky can be as low as $500 and as high as $7000. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 823 Pomsky puppies listed for sale from various sources.

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

    Flat-Coated Retriever Pomsky
    Average Price $1350 $2270
    Price Range $1150 to $1800 $1500 to $2995

    The charts below show the price distribution for the Flat-Coated Retriever and Pomsky. For different price points, the charts show how many Flat-Coated Retriever puppies or how many Pomsky 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 Pomskys

    A breakdown of the prices of Pomskys

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

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

    Pomskys adapt very well to apartment living.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Flat-Coated Retriever versus Pomsky

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

    Pomskys do not like to be left alone.

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

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

    Pomskys are not the best dogs for new dog owners.

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

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

    Pomskys do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Do Flat-Coated Retrievers shed more than Pomskys?

    Flat-Coated Retrievers shed moderately.

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

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

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

    Pomskys 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.

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

    Flat-Coated Retrievers can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Pomskys can very well tolerate cold weather.

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

    Flat-Coated Retrievers can tolerate hot weather.

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

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

    Flat-Coated Retrievers are very easy to groom.

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

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

    Flat-Coated Retrievers are very easy to train.

    Pomskys are fairly easy to train.

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

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

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

    Wanderlust Potential: Flat-Coated Retriever vs. Pomsky

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

    Pomskys 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 Pomskys?

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Pomskys get along fairly 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 Pomsky vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon.

    • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Pomsky

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

  • Pomeranian (78 percent match with Pomsky). Here is our comparison of the Flat-Coated Retriever vs Pomeranian.

    • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

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

    Flat-Coated Retriever Versus Other Dog Breeds

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    Pomsky Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Pomsky versus Boxer     Pomsky versus Central Asian Shepherd Dog     Pomsky versus Giant Schnauzer     Pomsky versus Shiba Inu     Pomsky versus Scottish Terrier     Pomsky versus Tibetan Spaniel     Pomsky versus Basset Fauve de Bretagne     Pomsky versus Mal Shi     Pomsky versus Brussels Griffon     Pomsky versus Tibetan Terrier     

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