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- Golden Cocker Retriever Versus Manchester Terrier: Introduction
- Golden Cocker Retriever versus Manchester Terrier: Overview
- Golden Cocker Retriever versus Manchester Terrier: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Golden Cocker Retriever and the Manchester Terrier
- The Similarities Between the Golden Cocker Retriever and the Manchester Terrier
- Size (Weight and Height) of Golden Cocker Retriever versus Manchester Terrier
- Lifespan of Golden Cocker Retriever versus Manchester Terrier
- Price of Golden Cocker Retriever versus Price of Manchester Terrier
- Tolerates Being Alone: Golden Cocker Retriever versus Manchester Terrier
- Do Golden Cocker Retrievers shed more than Manchester Terriers?
- Which one drools more, the Golden Cocker Retriever or the Manchester Terrier
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Golden Cocker Retriever or the Manchester Terrier?
- Does the Golden Cocker Retriever Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Manchester Terrier?
- Do Golden Cocker Retrievers Bark and Howl? What about Manchester Terriers?
- Can Golden Cocker Retrievers Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Manchester Terriers Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Golden Cocker Retriever vs. Manchester Terrier
- Can Golden Cocker Retrievers Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Manchester Terriers Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Golden Cocker Retriever or the Manchester Terrier?
- Are Golden Cocker Retrievers good family dogs? What about Manchester Terriers?
- How Kid-friendly are Golden Cocker Retrievers and Manchester Terriers?
- Is the Golden Cocker Retriever Easier to Train than the Manchester Terrier?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Golden Cocker Retriever
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Manchester Terrier
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Golden Cocker Retriever versus Manchester Terrier. Which One is a Better Pet?
Golden Cocker Retriever Versus Manchester Terrier: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Golden Cocker Retriever and the Manchester Terrier? 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 Manchester Terrier 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 Manchester Terrier.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Golden Cocker Retriever and the Manchester Terrier 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 Manchester Terrier. 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 Manchester Terrier.
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 Manchester Terrier.
Golden Cocker Retriever versus Manchester Terrier: Overview
A very important difference between the Golden Cocker Retriever and the Manchester Terrier is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Golden Cocker Retriever is a medium-sized dog while the Manchester Terrier is a small-sized dog.
Furthermore, the Golden Cocker Retriever belongs to the Mixed Breed Dogs group. Mixed Breed Dogs are not purebred dogs.
On the other hand, the Manchester Terrier belongs to the Terrier Dogs group. Terrier Dogs were originally bred to go underground to hunt rodents and other small wild animals (vermin). Terriers come in a wide range of sizes and shapes, but all terriers are energetic, highly intelligent, and territorial. Terries also have the tendency to escape. They require a securely fenced yard.
Golden Cocker Retriever versus Manchester Terrier: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Golden Cocker Retriever to the Manchester Terrier 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 Manchester Terrier
Factor | Golden Cocker Retriever | Manchester Terrier |
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Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 1/5 | 5/5 |
Tolerates Being Alone | 1/5 | 3/5 |
Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 5/5 |
Life Span | 12 to 15 years | 14 to 16 years |
Tolerates Cold Weather | 2/5 | 1/5 |
Does NOT chew on things | 4/5 | 4/5 |
Low Prey Drive | 4/5 | 2/5 |
Calmness/ Low Vigor | 4/5 | 2/5 |
Height | 20 to 24 inches | 15 to 16 inches tall at the shoulder |
Friendly Toward Strangers | 3/5 | 3/5 |
Does NOT Bark or Howl | 3/5 | 2/5 |
Weight | 30 to 45 pounds | 12 to 22 pounds |
Good For Novice Owners | 4/5 | 3/5 |
Easygoing | 2/5 | 3/5 |
Tolerates Hot Weather | 4/5 | 3/5 |
Kid-Friendly | 4/5 | 3/5 |
Dog Friendly | 4/5 | 3/5 |
Does NOT Shed | 2/5 | 3/5 |
Easy To Groom | 4/5 | 5/5 |
General Health | 4/5 | 2/5 |
Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 2/5 | 2/5 |
Easy To Train | 4/5 | 2/5 |
Intelligence | 4/5 | 4/5 |
Tendency NOT to Wander | 2/5 | 2/5 |
Minimal Exercise Needs | 2/5 | 2/5 |
Affectionate With Family | 5/5 | 4/5 |
NOT Rambunctious | 1/5 | 2/5 |
Potential For Playfulness | 5/5 | 4/5 |
Average Lifespan | 13.5 years | 15.0 years |
Average Price | $1870 | $1030 |
Price Range | $1500 – $2000 | $725 – $1300 |
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 Manchester Terrier. 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 Manchester Terrier is 74 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Golden Cocker Retriever is a better pet than the Manchester Terrier. So, you should get the Golden Cocker 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 Golden Cocker Retriever and the Manchester Terrier so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.
The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Golden Cocker Retriever and the Manchester Terrier
Below is a list of where the Golden Cocker Retriever and the Manchester Terrier are most different:
The Similarities Between the Golden Cocker Retriever and the Manchester Terrier
The Golden Cocker Retriever and the Manchester Terrier are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Golden Cocker Retriever and the Manchester Terrier are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Golden Cocker Retriever versus Manchester Terrier
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Golden Cocker Retriever and the Manchester Terrier.
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, Manchester Terriers weigh 12 to 22 pounds when fully grown. Manchester Terriers are 15 to 16 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.
Lifespan of Golden Cocker Retriever versus Manchester Terrier
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 Manchester Terriers is between 14 to 16 years. The average lifespan of Manchester Terriers is 15.0 years.
Manchester Terriers live longer than Golden Cocker Retrievers.
Price of Golden Cocker Retriever versus Price of Manchester Terrier
The average price of the Golden Cocker Retriever puppy is $1870. The price of the Golden Cocker Retriever typically ranges from $1500 – $2000. However, the price of a Golden Cocker Retriever can be as low as $1000 and as high as $3975. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 40 Golden Cocker Retriever puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The average price of the Manchester Terrier puppy is $1030. The price of the Manchester Terrier typically ranges from $725 – $1300. However, the price of the Manchester Terrier can be as low as $500 and as high as $1500. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 7 Manchester Terrier puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The Golden Cocker Retriever is more expensive than the Manchester Terrier.
Golden Cocker Retriever | Manchester Terrier | |
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Average Price | $1870 | $1030 |
Price Range | $1500 to $2000 | $725 to $1300 |
The charts below show the price distribution for the Golden Cocker Retriever and Manchester Terrier. For different price points, the charts show how many Golden Cocker Retriever puppies or how many Manchester Terrier puppies are listed for sale at those price points.
A breakdown of the prices of Golden Cocker Retrievers. The typical price range is shaded Green.
A breakdown of the prices of Manchester Terriers?
Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Golden Cocker Retriever puppy or the Manchester Terrier 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 to buy 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 a puppy mill. Puppy mills mass-produce puppies in bad living conditions for maximum profit.
You may also consider adopting a dog instead of buying a dog.
Tolerates Being Alone: Golden Cocker Retriever versus Manchester Terrier
Golden Cocker Retrievers do not like to be left alone.
Manchester Terriers can be left alone only for a short time.
Do Golden Cocker Retrievers shed more than Manchester Terriers?
Golden Cocker Retrievers shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
Manchester Terriers shed moderately.
Which one drools more, the Golden Cocker Retriever or the Manchester Terrier
Golden Cocker Retrievers do have a very low tendency to drool.
Manchester Terriers do have a very low tendency to drool.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Golden Cocker Retriever or the Manchester Terrier?
Golden Cocker Retrievers are very easy to groom.
Manchester Terriers are very easy to groom.
Does the Golden Cocker Retriever Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Manchester Terrier?
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.
Manchester Terriers 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 Manchester Terriers?
Golden Cocker Retrievers bark and howl, but not very much.
Manchester Terriers are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
Can Golden Cocker Retrievers Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Manchester Terriers Tolerate Cold Weather?
Golden Cocker Retrievers cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
Manchester Terriers cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
Wanderlust Potential: Golden Cocker Retriever vs. Manchester Terrier
Golden Cocker Retrievers have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
Manchester Terriers have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
Can Golden Cocker Retrievers Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Manchester Terriers Tolerate Hot Weather?
Golden Cocker Retrievers can tolerate hot weather.
Manchester Terriers can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Golden Cocker Retriever or the Manchester Terrier?
Golden Cocker Retrievers get along very well with other dogs.
Manchester Terriers get along fairly well with other dogs.
Are Golden Cocker Retrievers good family dogs? What about Manchester Terriers?
Golden Cocker Retrievers are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Manchester Terriers are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
How Kid-friendly are Golden Cocker Retrievers and Manchester Terriers?
Golden Cocker Retrievers get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Manchester Terriers get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.
Is the Golden Cocker Retriever Easier to Train than the Manchester Terrier?
Golden Cocker Retrievers are very easy to train.
Manchester Terriers are not easy to train.
Is the Golden Cocker Retriever Better for Apartment Owners than the Manchester Terrier?
Golden Cocker Retrievers do not adapt well to apartment living.
Manchester Terriers adapt very well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Golden Cocker Retriever or the Manchester Terrier?
Golden Cocker Retrievers are very good for new dog owners.
Manchester Terriers 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 Manchester Terrier
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Manchester Terrier 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 Manchester Terrier:
Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
You may also be interested in how the Golden Cocker Retriever and how the Manchester Terrier compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Golden Cocker Retriever and of the Manchester Terrier to other breeds:
Golden Cocker Retriever Versus Other Dog Breeds
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Manchester Terrier Versus Other Dog Breeds
Manchester Terrier versus Bordoodle Manchester Terrier versus Norwegian Lundehund Manchester Terrier versus Bolognese Manchester Terrier versus Mountain Cur Manchester Terrier versus West Highland White Terrier Manchester Terrier versus Kerry Blue Terrier Manchester Terrier versus Neapolitan Mastiff Manchester Terrier versus Dutch Shepherd Manchester Terrier versus Weimaraner Manchester Terrier versus Miniature Schnauzer Manchester Terrier versus Tibetan Mastiff Manchester Terrier versus King Shepherd Manchester Terrier versus Dogo Argentino Manchester Terrier versus Mountain Cur Manchester Terrier versus Welsh Springer Spaniel Manchester Terrier versus Kooikerhondje Manchester Terrier versus Maltipoo Manchester Terrier versus American Foxhound Manchester Terrier versus Cairn Terrier Manchester Terrier versus Braque du Bourbonnais Manchester Terrier versus Dogue de Bordeaux Manchester Terrier versus Kai Ken Manchester Terrier versus Samoyed Manchester Terrier versus Welsh Springer Spaniel Manchester Terrier versus Border Terrier
Conclusion: Golden Cocker Retriever versus Manchester Terrier. 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 Manchester Terrier better suits you and your family.