Last Updated: Apr 09, 2022
Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Yorkshire Terrier Versus Golden Cocker Retriever: Introduction
- Yorkshire Terrier versus Golden Cocker Retriever: Overview
- Yorkshire Terrier versus Golden Cocker Retriever: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Yorkshire Terrier and the Golden Cocker Retriever
- The Similarities Between the Yorkshire Terrier and the Golden Cocker Retriever
- Size Comparison of the Yorkshire Terrier versus Golden Cocker Retriever
- Lifespan of Yorkshire Terrier versus Golden Cocker Retriever
- Price of Yorkshire Terrier versus Price of Golden Cocker Retriever
- Tolerates Being Alone: Yorkshire Terrier versus Golden Cocker Retriever
- Do Yorkshire Terriers shed more than Golden Cocker Retrievers?
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Yorkshire Terrier or the Golden Cocker Retriever?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Yorkshire Terrier or the Golden Cocker Retriever?
- Are Yorkshire Terriers good family dogs? What about Golden Cocker Retrievers?
- Is the Yorkshire Terrier Easier to Train than the Golden Cocker Retriever?
- Which one drools more, the Yorkshire Terrier or the Golden Cocker Retriever
- How Kid-friendly are Yorkshire Terriers and Golden Cocker Retrievers?
- Does the Yorkshire Terrier Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Golden Cocker Retriever?
- Do Yorkshire Terriers Bark and Howl? What about Golden Cocker Retrievers?
- Can Yorkshire Terriers Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Golden Cocker Retrievers Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Yorkshire Terrier vs. Golden Cocker Retriever
- Can Yorkshire Terriers Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Golden Cocker Retrievers Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Yorkshire Terrier Versus Other Dog Breeds
- Conclusion: Yorkshire Terrier versus Golden Cocker Retriever. Which One is a Better Pet?
Yorkshire Terrier Versus Golden Cocker Retriever: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Yorkshire Terrier 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 Yorkshire Terrier 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 Yorkshire Terrier and the Golden Cocker Retriever.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Yorkshire Terrier 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 Yorkshire Terrier 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 Yorkshire Terrier 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 Yorkshire Terrier or the Golden Cocker Retriever.
Yorkshire Terrier versus Golden Cocker Retriever: Overview
A very important difference between the Yorkshire Terrier and the Golden Cocker Retriever is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Yorkshire Terrier is a tiny-sized dog while the Golden Cocker Retriever is a medium-sized dog.
Furthermore, the Yorkshire Terrier belongs to the Companion Dogs group. Companion Dogs were bred to be companions for humans. Their main goal in life is to be with people, and they will be very sad if left to themselves for long hours day after day.
On the other hand, the Golden Cocker Retriever belongs to the Mixed Breed Dogs group. Mixed Breed Dogs are not purebred dogs.
Yorkshire Terrier versus Golden Cocker Retriever: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Yorkshire Terrier 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 Yorkshire Terrier and the Golden Cocker Retriever
| Factor | Yorkshire Terrier | Golden Cocker Retriever |
|---|---|---|
| Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Life Span | 12 to 15 years | 12 to 15 years |
| Tolerates Being Alone | 2/5 | 1/5 |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Easy To Train | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Intelligence | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Good For Novice Owners | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| General Health | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Weight | 4 to 6 pounds | 30 to 45 pounds |
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 5/5 | 1/5 |
| Easygoing | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 1/5 | 1/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Height | 8 to 9 inches tall at the shoulder | 20 to 24 inches |
| Average Lifespan | 13.5 years | 13.5 years |
| Average Price | $2420 | $1690 |
| Price Range | $1600 – $2950 | $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 Yorkshire Terrier 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 Yorkshire Terrier is 76 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Golden Cocker Retriever is 80 out of 125.
Despite the higher Better-Pet score of the Golden Cocker Retriever, we still believe that the Yorkshire Terrier is a better pet than the Golden Cocker Retriever.
This is because Yorkshire Terriers are much cuter but you cannot put a score on cuteness. If you could put a score on cuteness, then the Yorkshire Terrier will come out on top.
Also, we are biased in favor of the Yorkshire Terrier :-). We are for the Yorkshire Terrier. So get a Yorkshire Terrier!
The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Yorkshire Terrier and the Golden Cocker Retriever
Below is a list of where the Yorkshire Terrier and the Golden Cocker Retriever are most different:
The Similarities Between the Yorkshire Terrier and the Golden Cocker Retriever
The Yorkshire Terrier and the Golden Cocker Retriever are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Yorkshire Terrier and the Golden Cocker Retriever are most similar:
Size Comparison of the Yorkshire Terrier versus Golden Cocker Retriever
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Yorkshire Terrier and the Golden Cocker Retriever.
The Yorkshire Terrier weighs 4 to 6 pounds when fully grown. The Yorkshire Terrier is 8 to 9 inches tall 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 Yorkshire Terrier versus Golden Cocker Retriever
The lifespan of the Yorkshire Terrier is between 12 to 15 years. The average lifespan of the Yorkshire Terrier is 13.5 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 as long as the Yorkshire Terrier.
Price of Yorkshire Terrier versus Price of Golden Cocker Retriever
The average price of the Yorkshire Terrier puppy is $2420. The price of the Yorkshire Terrier typically ranges from $1600 – $2950. However, the price of a Yorkshire Terrier can be as low as $300 and as high as $15000. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 957 Yorkshire Terrier 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 Yorkshire Terrier is more expensive than the Golden Cocker Retriever.
`| Yorkshire Terrier | Golden Cocker Retriever | |
|---|---|---|
| Average Price | $2420 | $1690 |
| Price Range | $1600 to $2950 | $1400 to $1750 |
The charts below show the price distribution for the Yorkshire Terrier and Golden Cocker Retriever. For different price points, the charts show how many Yorkshire Terrier puppies or how many Golden Cocker Retriever puppies are listed for sale at those price points.
A breakdown of the prices of Yorkshire Terriers. 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 Yorkshire Terrier 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.
Tolerates Being Alone: Yorkshire Terrier versus Golden Cocker Retriever
Yorkshire Terriers do not like to be left alone.
Golden Cocker Retrievers do not like to be left alone.
Do Yorkshire Terriers shed more than Golden Cocker Retrievers?
Yorkshire Terriers do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
Golden Cocker Retrievers shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Yorkshire Terrier or the Golden Cocker Retriever?
Yorkshire Terriers 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 Yorkshire Terrier or the Golden Cocker Retriever?
Yorkshire Terriers get along fairly well with other dogs.
Golden Cocker Retrievers get along very well with other dogs.
Are Yorkshire Terriers good family dogs? What about Golden Cocker Retrievers?
Yorkshire Terriers 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 Yorkshire Terrier Easier to Train than the Golden Cocker Retriever?
Yorkshire Terriers are fairly easy to train.
Golden Cocker Retrievers are very easy to train.
Which one drools more, the Yorkshire Terrier or the Golden Cocker Retriever
Yorkshire Terriers do have a very low tendency to drool.
Golden Cocker Retrievers do have a very low tendency to drool.
How Kid-friendly are Yorkshire Terriers and Golden Cocker Retrievers?
Yorkshire Terriers do not get along well with kids. They are not kid-friendly.
Golden Cocker Retrievers get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Does the Yorkshire Terrier Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Golden Cocker Retriever?
Yorkshire Terriers 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.
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 Yorkshire Terriers Bark and Howl? What about Golden Cocker Retrievers?
Yorkshire Terriers bark and howl, but not very much.
Golden Cocker Retrievers bark and howl, but not very much.
Can Yorkshire Terriers Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Golden Cocker Retrievers Tolerate Cold Weather?
Yorkshire Terriers cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
Golden Cocker Retrievers cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
Wanderlust Potential: Yorkshire Terrier vs. Golden Cocker Retriever
Yorkshire Terriers have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.
Golden Cocker Retrievers have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
Can Yorkshire Terriers Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Golden Cocker Retrievers Tolerate Hot Weather?
Yorkshire Terriers cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.
Golden Cocker Retrievers can tolerate hot weather.
Is the Yorkshire Terrier Better for Apartment Owners than the Golden Cocker Retriever?
Yorkshire Terriers adapt very well to apartment living.
Golden Cocker Retrievers do not adapt well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Yorkshire Terrier or the Golden Cocker Retriever?
Yorkshire Terriers are very good for new dog owners.
Golden Cocker Retrievers are very good for new dog owners.
Yorkshire Terrier Versus Other Dog Breeds
You may also be interested in how the Yorkshire Terrier compares to other breeds aside from the Golden Cocker Retriever. So, see below the links to the comparison of the Yorkshire Terrier to other breeds:
Yorkshire Terrier versus Alaskan Klee Kai Yorkshire Terrier versus Boxer Yorkshire Terrier versus Pomchi Yorkshire Terrier versus Miniature Pinscher Yorkshire Terrier versus Belgian Malinois Yorkshire Terrier versus Kuvasz Yorkshire Terrier versus Lancashire Heeler Yorkshire Terrier versus Basset Fauve de Bretagne Yorkshire Terrier versus King Shepherd Yorkshire Terrier versus Spanish Mastiff Yorkshire Terrier versus Norwegian Buhund Yorkshire Terrier versus Cardigan Welsh Corgi Yorkshire Terrier versus Golden Cocker Retriever Yorkshire Terrier versus Puli
Conclusion: Yorkshire Terrier 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 Yorkshire Terrier and the Golden Cocker Retriever better suits you and your family.