While no dogs are truly 100% hypoallergenic, Pumis are about as close as it gets, making them an ideal pet if you are an allergy sufferer.

Unfortunately, the Golden Cocker Retriever is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

Active
Lively
Reserved
Intelligent
Protective
Vocal
Alert
Restless
Extremely Bold
Suspicious Towards Strangers
Sensitive
Noisy

Playful
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Affectionate
Reliable
Kind
Trainable
Quiet
Faithful
Trustworthy

Choose a Pumi if you want a top-notch watchdog. This breed takes guarding seriously, and may not require much training, though obedience or guard dog training can improve their skills.

Golden Cocker Retrievers make excellent watchdogs - they're vocal and protective of their territory.

Puli, German and French Sheepdog

Cocker Spaniel and Golden Retriever

American Canine Registry
America's Pet Registry
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
Foundation Stock Service

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

1700s

Unknown

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Black
Gray
Silver

Red
Black
Fawn

Curly

Straight

A Pumi can have a litter of 12-15 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.

Pumis are susceptible to health issues like all breeds, so it's important to monitor 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.

Patellar Luxation
Lens Luxation

Hip Dysplasia

Hip Dysplasia
Degenerative Myelopathy

None

Eye Examination
OFA on hips and elbows
DNA Test

X-Rays
Physical Examination

Pumis 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.

Pumi dogs bark and howl frequently and are not recommended for quiet homes.

Golden Cocker Retrievers bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

Pumis 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 Pumi, it's at least 8 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.

In general most Pumis usually need at least 45 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most Golden Cocker Retrievers usually need at least 60 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

Pumi should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Ideally, Golden Cocker Retriever should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

For an average 27-29 pound (12 - 13 kg) Pumi feed 1.2 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 Pumi is somewhere $1.40 - $1.40 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 Pumi is between $35 - $42. This makes an average of $420 - $504 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.

Pumis are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

Golden Cocker Retriever is highly intelligent and very trainable.

Pumis are adaptable and resilient, making them ideal for those seeking a less sensitive pet.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

Pumis 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.

Pumis are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Golden Cocker Retrievers make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

Pumis are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

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

Pumis are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Golden Cocker Retrievers are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

Pumis are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

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