Courageous
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Reliable
Loyal
Gentle
Social
Kind
Sweet
Cheerful
Trustworthy

Playful
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Affectionate
Reliable
Kind
Trainable
Quiet
Faithful
Trustworthy

Golden Newfies are heavy shedders, but regular brushing can help manage shedding and promote a healthy coat.

Golden Cocker Retrievers are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Newfoundland, Golden Retriever

Cocker Spaniel and Golden Retriever

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Black
Brown
Red
Gray

Red
Black
Fawn

Golden Newfies have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Golden Cocker Retrievers have medium-length coats.

Wavy

Straight

A Golden Newfie can have a litter of 4-12 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

A Golden Cocker Retriever can have a litter of 6-8 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

The Golden Newfie breed is generally very healthy, requiring minimal vet visits. Still, it's important to keep an eye on their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

Golden Cocker Retrievers typically have low vet costs due to their good health, but it's important to monitor their health and seek vet care when necessary.

Hip Dysplasia
Subaortic Stenosis

Hip Dysplasia

Entropion
vonWillebrand’s Disease

None

X-Rays
Electrocardiogram
Urinalysis
Blood Work
Full Physical Examination
Biochemistry Profile
Complete Ophthalmologic Examination

X-Rays
Physical Examination

Golden Newfies thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

Golden Cocker Retrievers' high energy levels make them unsuitable for a low-key dog, choose accordingly.

Golden Newfies sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

Golden Cocker Retrievers are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Catch balls, Swim, Tug-of-war, Keep away, Running, Swimming, Snuggling, Walks

Fetch, Play keep away, Tug-of-war, Walk

Golden Newfies are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

Golden Cocker Retrievers are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Golden Newfie, it's at least 9 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Golden Cocker Retriever, it's at least 11 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

Golden Newfies require significant grooming, including regular trims and professional grooming assistance to maintain their coat. They may also require frequent bathing to keep their coat and skin healthy.

The Golden Cocker Retriever requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Dematter
Comb
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

For an average 85-150 pound (39 - 68 kg) Golden Newfie feed 4 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 30-45 pound (14 - 20 kg) Golden Cocker Retriever feed 3 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a Golden Newfie is somewhere $3.90 - $4.20 per day.

The average cost of a Golden Cocker Retriever is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Golden Newfie is between $112 - $126. This makes an average of $1344 - $1512 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of a Golden Cocker Retriever is between $48 - $63. This makes an average of $576 - $756 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

Golden Newfie is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

Golden Cocker Retriever is highly intelligent and very trainable.

Golden Newfies are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

The Golden Cocker Retriever is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

Golden Newfies are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

Golden Cocker Retrievers are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

Golden Newfies are highly friendly around strangers.

Golden Cocker Retrievers are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

Golden Newfies are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

Golden Cocker Retrievers are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.