Friendly
Loyal
Protective
Gentle
Playful

Playful
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Affectionate
Reliable
Kind
Trainable
Quiet
Faithful
Trustworthy

Sapsalis shed a lot of hair each year, so frequent brushing is essential for reducing shedding and maintaining coat health.

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

Choose a Sapsali 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.

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Cocker Spaniel and Golden Retriever

Brown

Brown

Black
Brown

Black

Black
Isabella
Brown
Red
Gray

Red
Black
Fawn

Sapsalis have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Golden Cocker Retrievers have medium-length coats.

A Sapsali can have a litter of 11-13 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.

Sapsalis are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

Golden Cocker Retrievers are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

The Sapsali 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.

Patellar Luxation
Canine Hip Dysplasia (Chd)
Congenital Heart Defect (CHD)

Hip Dysplasia

Entropion
Distichiasis
Gastric Dilation Volvulus (GDV) or Bloat
Third Eye (Cherry Eye)

None

Skin Evaluation
X-rays or other radiographic imaging
Eye and Ear Examination

X-Rays
Physical Examination

Sapsalis are suitable for those with a balanced lifestyle as they have an average energy level.

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

Sapsali has average social needs and is less independent than other breeds.

Golden Cocker Retriever has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

Sapsalis need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

Golden Cocker Retrievers require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

Sapsalis have moderate energy levels and typical sleep patterns of 12-14 hours per day.

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

Sapsali 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.

K9 Nosework

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

Sapsalis 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 Sapsali, it's at least 7 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 Sapsalis 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.

Sapsalis 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.

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

For an average 35-60 pound (16 - 27 kg) Sapsali feed 2.5 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.

Sapsali is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

Golden Cocker Retriever is highly intelligent and very trainable.

The Sapsali is not suitable for apartments and requires a large yard to thrive. Pent-up energy in small spaces can lead to destructive behavior.

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

Sapsalis are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

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

Sapsalis 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.