Last Updated: May 01, 2022
Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Collie Versus Golden Cocker Retriever: Introduction
- Collie versus Golden Cocker Retriever: Overview
- Collie versus Golden Cocker Retriever: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Collie and the Golden Cocker Retriever
- The Similarities Between the Collie and the Golden Cocker Retriever
- Size Comparison of the Collie versus Golden Cocker Retriever
- Lifespan of Collie versus Golden Cocker Retriever
- Price of Collie versus Price of Golden Cocker Retriever
- Tolerates Being Alone: Collie versus Golden Cocker Retriever
- Do Collies shed more than Golden Cocker Retrievers?
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Collie or the Golden Cocker Retriever?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Collie or the Golden Cocker Retriever?
- Are Collies good family dogs? What about Golden Cocker Retrievers?
- Is the Collie Easier to Train than the Golden Cocker Retriever?
- Which one drools more, the Collie or the Golden Cocker Retriever
- How Kid-friendly are Collies and Golden Cocker Retrievers?
- Does the Collie Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Golden Cocker Retriever?
- Do Collies Bark and Howl? What about Golden Cocker Retrievers?
- Can Collies Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Golden Cocker Retrievers Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Collie vs. Golden Cocker Retriever
- Can Collies Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Golden Cocker Retrievers Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Collie Versus Other Dog Breeds
- Conclusion: Collie versus Golden Cocker Retriever. Which One is a Better Pet?
Collie Versus Golden Cocker Retriever: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Collie and the Golden Cocker Retriever? 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 Collie and the Golden Cocker Retriever 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 Collie and the Golden Cocker Retriever.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Collie and the Golden Cocker Retriever 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 Collie and for the Golden Cocker Retriever. 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 Collie and the Golden Cocker Retriever.
Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the Collie or the Golden Cocker Retriever.
Note that the Collie breed comes in two varieties based on coat texture. There is the smooth collie and the rough collie. Read our article on rough collie versus smooth collie.
Furthermore, the border collie dog breed is very different from the collie dog breed. Learn about the differences between these two dog breeds in our border collie versus collie article.
See this article that compares the Border Collie to the Golden Cocker Retriever.
Finally, just like the collie, the border collie also comes in two varieties. There is the rough border collie and the smooth border collie. To learn about the differences and similarities between them, check out our article on rough-coat border collie versus smooth-coat border collie.
Collie versus Golden Cocker Retriever: Overview
Both the Collie and the Golden Cocker Retriever are similar in size. The Collie and the Golden Cocker Retriever are both medium-sized dogs.
Furthermore, the Collie belongs to the Herding Dogs group. Herding Dogs were bred for moving livestock, including sheep, cattle, and even reindeer. Herding dogs work closely with their human shepherds, and their natural intelligence and responsiveness make them highly trainable. They have high levels of energy, which needs to be channeled properly to prevent destructive behavior. Herding breeds are protective of their people and property and make excellent watchdogs. Their intelligence, agility, and activity level make them well suited to dog sports.
On the other hand, the Golden Cocker Retriever belongs to the Mixed Breed Dogs group. Mixed Breed Dogs are not purebred dogs.
Collie versus Golden Cocker Retriever: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Collie to the Golden Cocker Retriever 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 Collie and the Golden Cocker Retriever
| Factor | Collie | Golden Cocker Retriever |
|---|---|---|
| Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 5/5 | 2/5 |
| Life Span | 10 to 14 years | 12 to 15 years |
| Tolerates Being Alone | 2/5 | 1/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Height | 22 to 26 inches all at the shoulder | 20 to 24 inches |
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 3/5 | 1/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| General Health | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 3/5 | 1/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Good For Novice Owners | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Easy To Train | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Intelligence | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Easygoing | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Weight | 50 to 70 pounds | 30 to 45 pounds |
| Average Lifespan | 12.0 years | 13.5 years |
| Average Price | $1480 | $1690 |
| Price Range | $1000 – $1800 | $1400 – $1750 |
| Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests | No Data |
Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Collie 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 Golden Cocker Retriever. 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 Collie is 83 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Golden Cocker Retriever is 80 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Collie is a better pet than the Golden Cocker Retriever. So, you should get a Collie!
The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Collie and the Golden Cocker Retriever
Below is a list of where the Collie and the Golden Cocker Retriever are most different:
The Similarities Between the Collie and the Golden Cocker Retriever
The Collie and the Golden Cocker Retriever are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Collie and the Golden Cocker Retriever are most similar:
Size Comparison of the Collie versus Golden Cocker Retriever
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Collie and the Golden Cocker Retriever.
The Collie weighs 50 to 70 pounds when fully grown. The Collie is 22 to 26 inches all at the shoulder when fully grown.
On the other hand, the Golden Cocker Retriever weighs 30 to 45 pounds when fully grown. The Golden Cocker Retriever is 20 to 24 inches when fully grown.
Lifespan of Collie versus Golden Cocker Retriever
The lifespan of the Collie is between 10 to 14 years. The average lifespan of the Collie is 12.0 years.
The lifespan of the Golden Cocker Retriever is between 12 to 15 years. The average lifespan of the Golden Cocker Retriever is 13.5 years.
The Golden Cocker Retriever live longer than the Collie.
Price of Collie versus Price of Golden Cocker Retriever
The average price of the Collie puppy is $1480. The price of the Collie typically ranges from $1000 – $1800. However, the price of a Collie can be as low as $300 and as high as $15000. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 356 Collie puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The average price of the Golden Cocker Retriever puppy is $1690. The price of the Golden Cocker Retriever typically ranges from $1400 – $1750. However, the price of the Golden Cocker Retriever can be as low as $500 and as high as $3975. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 68 Golden Cocker Retriever puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The Golden Cocker Retriever is more expensive than the Collie.
| Collie | Golden Cocker Retriever | |
|---|---|---|
| Average Price | $1480 | $1690 |
| Price Range | $1000 to $1800 | $1400 to $1750 |
The charts below show the price distribution for the Collie and Golden Cocker Retriever. For different price points, the charts show how many Collie puppies or how many Golden Cocker Retriever puppies are listed for sale at those price points.
A breakdown of the prices of Collies. The typical price range is shaded Green.
A breakdown of the prices of Golden Cocker Retrievers
Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Collie puppy or the Golden Cocker Retriever 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.
Check out our list of best Collie breeders here
Tolerates Being Alone: Collie versus Golden Cocker Retriever
Collies do not like to be left alone.
Golden Cocker Retrievers do not like to be left alone.
Do Collies shed more than Golden Cocker Retrievers?
Collies shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
Golden Cocker Retrievers shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Collie or the Golden Cocker Retriever?
Collies require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.
Golden Cocker Retrievers are very easy to groom.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Collie or the Golden Cocker Retriever?
Collies get along very well with other dogs.
Golden Cocker Retrievers get along very well with other dogs.
Are Collies good family dogs? What about Golden Cocker Retrievers?
Collies are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Golden Cocker Retrievers are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Is the Collie Easier to Train than the Golden Cocker Retriever?
Collies are very easy to train.
Golden Cocker Retrievers are very easy to train.
Which one drools more, the Collie or the Golden Cocker Retriever
Collies do have a very low tendency to drool.
Golden Cocker Retrievers do have a very low tendency to drool.
How Kid-friendly are Collies and Golden Cocker Retrievers?
Collies get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Golden Cocker Retrievers get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Does the Collie Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Golden Cocker Retriever?
Collies 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.
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.
Do Collies Bark and Howl? What about Golden Cocker Retrievers?
Collies are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
Golden Cocker Retrievers bark and howl, but not very much.
Can Collies Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Golden Cocker Retrievers Tolerate Cold Weather?
Collies can very well tolerate cold weather.
Golden Cocker Retrievers cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
Wanderlust Potential: Collie vs. Golden Cocker Retriever
Collies do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
Golden Cocker Retrievers have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
Can Collies Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Golden Cocker Retrievers Tolerate Hot Weather?
Collies can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Golden Cocker Retrievers can tolerate hot weather.
Is the Collie Better for Apartment Owners than the Golden Cocker Retriever?
Collies adapt moderately well to apartment living.
Golden Cocker Retrievers do not adapt well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Collie or the Golden Cocker Retriever?
Collies are very good for new dog owners.
Golden Cocker Retrievers are very good for new dog owners.
Collie Versus Other Dog Breeds
You may also be interested in how the Collie compares to other breeds aside from the Golden Cocker Retriever. So, see below the links to the comparison of the Collie to other breeds:
Collie versus English Springer Spaniel Collie versus Anatolian Shepherd Dog Collie versus Berger Picard Collie versus Chesapeake Bay Retriever Collie versus Coton de Tulear Collie versus Hovawart Collie versus Portuguese Pointer Collie versus Manchester Terrier Collie versus Pug Collie versus Basenji Collie versus Spanish Mastiff Collie versus Black Mouth Cur Collie versus Chorkie Collie versus Tibetan Mastiff Collie versus Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever Collie versus Scottish DeerhoundConclusion: Collie versus Golden Cocker Retriever. 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 Collie and the Golden Cocker Retriever better suits you and your family.