Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Golden Cocker Retriever Versus Harrier: Introduction
- Golden Cocker Retriever versus Harrier: Overview
- Golden Cocker Retriever versus Harrier: Comparison Table
- The Similarities Between the Golden Cocker Retriever and the Harrier
- Size (Weight and Height) of Golden Cocker Retriever versus Harrier
- Lifespan of Golden Cocker Retriever versus Harrier
- Tolerates Being Alone: Golden Cocker Retriever versus Harrier
- Do Golden Cocker Retrievers shed more than Harriers?
- Which one drools more, the Golden Cocker Retriever or the Harrier
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Golden Cocker Retriever or the Harrier?
- Does the Golden Cocker Retriever Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Harrier?
- Do Golden Cocker Retrievers Bark and Howl? What about Harriers?
- Can Golden Cocker Retrievers Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Harriers Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Golden Cocker Retriever vs. Harrier
- Can Golden Cocker Retrievers Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Harriers Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Golden Cocker Retriever or the Harrier?
- Are Golden Cocker Retrievers good family dogs? What about Harriers?
- How Kid-friendly are Golden Cocker Retrievers and Harriers?
- Is the Golden Cocker Retriever Easier to Train than the Harrier?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Golden Cocker Retriever
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Harrier
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Golden Cocker Retriever versus Harrier. Which One is a Better Pet?
Golden Cocker Retriever Versus Harrier: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Golden Cocker Retriever and the Harrier? 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 Golden Cocker Retriever and the Harrier 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 Golden Cocker Retriever and the Harrier.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Golden Cocker Retriever and the Harrier 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 Golden Cocker Retriever and for the Harrier. 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 Golden Cocker Retriever and the Harrier.
Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the Golden Cocker Retriever or the Harrier.
Golden Cocker Retriever versus Harrier: Overview
Both the Golden Cocker Retriever and the Harrier are similar in size. The Golden Cocker Retriever and the Harrier are both medium-sized dogs.
Furthermore, the Golden Cocker Retriever belongs to the Mixed Breed Dogs group. Mixed Breed Dogs are not purebred dogs.
On the other hand, the Harrier belongs to the Hound Dogs group. Hound Dogs were bred to pursue and hunt warm-blooded animals. Hounds hunt by using their good sight or their good sense of smell. Dogs that belong to the Hound Group have strong prey drives and often will stop at nothing to catch what they are pursuing.
Golden Cocker Retriever versus Harrier: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Golden Cocker Retriever to the Harrier 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 Golden Cocker Retriever and the Harrier
| Factor | Golden Cocker Retriever | Harrier |
|---|---|---|
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 1/5 | 1/5 |
| Tolerates Being Alone | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Life Span | 12 to 15 years | 10 to 12 years |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Height | 20 to 24 inches | 19 to 21 inches tall at the shoulder |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Weight | 30 to 45 pounds | 45 to 60 pounds |
| Good For Novice Owners | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Easygoing | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| General Health | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Easy To Train | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Intelligence | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 2/5 | 1/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 2/5 | 1/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 1/5 | 1/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Average Lifespan | 13.5 years | 11.0 years |
| Average Price | $1870 | No Data |
| Price Range | $1500 – $2000 | No Data |
| Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests | No Data |
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Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Golden Cocker 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 Harrier. 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 Golden Cocker Retriever is 80 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Harrier is 81 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Harrier is a better pet than the Golden Cocker Retriever. So, you should get the Harrier!
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 Golden Cocker Retriever and the Harrier so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.
The Similarities Between the Golden Cocker Retriever and the Harrier
The Golden Cocker Retriever and the Harrier are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Golden Cocker Retriever and the Harrier are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Golden Cocker Retriever versus Harrier
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Golden Cocker Retriever and the Harrier.
Golden Cocker Retrievers weigh 30 to 45 pounds when fully grown. Golden Cocker Retrievers are 20 to 24 inches when fully grown.
On the other hand, Harriers weigh 45 to 60 pounds when fully grown. Harriers are 19 to 21 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.
Lifespan of Golden Cocker Retriever versus Harrier
The lifespan of Golden Cocker Retrievers is between 12 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Golden Cocker Retrievers is 13.5 years.
The lifespan of Harriers is between 10 to 12 years. The average lifespan of Harriers is 11.0 years.
Golden Cocker Retrievers live longer than Harriers.
Tolerates Being Alone: Golden Cocker Retriever versus Harrier
Golden Cocker Retrievers do not like to be left alone.
Harriers can be left alone only for a short time.
Do Golden Cocker Retrievers shed more than Harriers?
Golden Cocker Retrievers shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
Harriers shed moderately.
Which one drools more, the Golden Cocker Retriever or the Harrier
Golden Cocker Retrievers do have a very low tendency to drool.
Harriers do have a very low tendency to drool.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Golden Cocker Retriever or the Harrier?
Golden Cocker Retrievers are very easy to groom.
Harriers are very easy to groom.
Does the Golden Cocker Retriever Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Harrier?
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.
Harriers 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.
Do Golden Cocker Retrievers Bark and Howl? What about Harriers?
Golden Cocker Retrievers bark and howl, but not very much.
Harriers are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
Can Golden Cocker Retrievers Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Harriers Tolerate Cold Weather?
Golden Cocker Retrievers cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
Harriers can moderately tolerate cold weather.
Wanderlust Potential: Golden Cocker Retriever vs. Harrier
Golden Cocker Retrievers have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
Harriers have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
Can Golden Cocker Retrievers Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Harriers Tolerate Hot Weather?
Golden Cocker Retrievers can tolerate hot weather.
Harriers can tolerate hot weather.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Golden Cocker Retriever or the Harrier?
Golden Cocker Retrievers get along very well with other dogs.
Harriers get along very well with other dogs.
Are Golden Cocker Retrievers good family dogs? What about Harriers?
Golden Cocker Retrievers are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Harriers are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
How Kid-friendly are Golden Cocker Retrievers and Harriers?
Golden Cocker Retrievers get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Harriers get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Is the Golden Cocker Retriever Easier to Train than the Harrier?
Golden Cocker Retrievers are very easy to train.
Harriers are not easy to train.
Is the Golden Cocker Retriever Better for Apartment Owners than the Harrier?
Golden Cocker Retrievers do not adapt well to apartment living.
Harriers do not adapt well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Golden Cocker Retriever or the Harrier?
Golden Cocker Retrievers are very good for new dog owners.
Harriers are OK for new dog owners.
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Golden Cocker Retriever
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Golden Cocker 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 Golden Cocker Retriever:
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Harrier
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Harrier 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 Harrier:
Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
You may also be interested in how the Golden Cocker Retriever and how the Harrier compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Golden Cocker Retriever and of the Harrier to other breeds:
Golden Cocker Retriever Versus Other Dog Breeds
Golden Cocker Retriever versus Kishu Ken Golden Cocker Retriever versus Coton de Tulear Golden Cocker Retriever versus Fila Brasileiro Golden Cocker Retriever versus Cavapoo Golden Cocker Retriever versus Bichon Frise Golden Cocker Retriever versus Pomsky Golden Cocker Retriever versus Basset Fauve de Bretagne Golden Cocker Retriever versus Leonberger Golden Cocker Retriever versus Japanese Spitz Golden Cocker Retriever versus Belgian Malinois Golden Cocker Retriever versus Italian Greyhound Golden Cocker Retriever versus Komondor Golden Cocker Retriever versus French Bulldog Golden Cocker Retriever versus Puli Golden Cocker Retriever versus Bergamasco Sheepdog Golden Cocker Retriever versus Dalmatian Golden Cocker Retriever versus Sealyham Terrier Golden Cocker Retriever versus Xoloitzcuintli Golden Cocker Retriever versus Bergamasco Sheepdog Golden Cocker Retriever versus German Pinscher Golden Cocker Retriever versus Greater Swiss Mountain Dog Golden Cocker Retriever versus Carolina Dog Golden Cocker Retriever versus Afador Golden Cocker Retriever versus Dogo Argentino Golden Cocker Retriever versus American Bulldog
Harrier Versus Other Dog Breeds
Harrier versus Sealyham Terrier Harrier versus Dalmatian Harrier versus Cocker Spaniel Harrier versus Hovawart Harrier versus Greater Swiss Mountain Dog Harrier versus Dalmatian Harrier versus Polish Lowland Sheepdog Harrier versus Leonberger Harrier versus Korean Jindo Dog Harrier versus Miniature Schnauzer Harrier versus Portuguese Pointer Harrier versus Komondor Harrier versus Tibetan Mastiff Harrier versus Kai Ken Harrier versus Caucasian Shepherd Dog Harrier versus Kooikerhondje Harrier versus Xoloitzcuintli Harrier versus English Setter Harrier versus Tibetan Terrier Harrier versus Appenzeller Sennenhunde Harrier versus American Foxhound Harrier versus Pyrenean Shepherd Harrier versus Greater Swiss Mountain Dog Harrier versus Chinese Crested Harrier versus Whippet
Conclusion: Golden Cocker Retriever versus Harrier. 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 Golden Cocker Retriever and the Harrier better suits you and your family.