Active
Playful
Loving
Happy
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Gentle
Social
Fearless
Cheerful
Quiet
Reserved
Nonaggressive
Polite
Graceful
Sporty
No tendency towards nervousness

Friendly
Devoted
Outgoing
Confident
Optimistic
Intelligent

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

Flat-Coated Retrievers are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

English Kings are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

Choose a Flat-Coated Retriever 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.

English Cocker Spaniel and Australian Shepherd

retriever, newfoundland water dog

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

American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
Canadian Canine Registry

Unknown

1800s

Brown

Brown

Black

Black
Brown

Black
White
Red

Black
Brown

Wavy

Straight

An English King can have a litter of 3-5 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 Flat-Coated Retriever can have a litter of 10-13 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.

English Kings are susceptible to health issues like all breeds, so it's important to monitor their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

The Flat-Coated Retriever 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.

Entropion
Canine Hip Dysplasia (Chd)
Mitral Valve Disease

Hip Dysplasia
Bloat
Cancer

Patellar Luxation
Cataracts
Retinal Dysplasia

Distichiasis
Glaucoma
Histiocytosis

Internal Imaging (x-ray, CT scan, MRI, etc.)
Ophthalmic Examination
Orthopedic Exam
Electrocardiograph (ECG - measures rate and rhythm)
Holter monitoring (24-hour ECG)
Echocardiography (ultrasound)
Blood Pressure Evaluation

Eye
Hip
Blood Test
Physical Examination

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

Flat-Coated Retrievers thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

English King has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

Flat-Coated Retriever has average social needs and is less independent than other breeds.

English Kings need only a small amount of physical activity, ideal for busy or elderly people or those with limited space.

Flat-Coated Retrievers need high physical activity and are ideal for active individuals, but not suitable for sedentary lifestyles or small apartments.

English Kings are known for their relaxed and calm nature and enjoy long periods of sleep.

Flat-Coated Retrievers are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

English King dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

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

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For English King, 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 Flat-Coated Retriever, it's at least 10 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most English Kings 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 Flat-Coated 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.

The English King requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

The Flat-Coated Retriever has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Dematter
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 10-16 pound (5 - 7 kg) English King feed 1 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 60-80 pound (27 - 36 kg) Flat-Coated Retriever feed 3.2 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of an English King is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of a Flat-Coated Retriever is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

The average per month expenses of an English King is between $28 - $42. This makes an average of $336 - $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 Flat-Coated Retriever is between $55 - $73. This makes an average of $660 - $876 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.

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

Flat-Coated Retriever is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

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

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

English Kings make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

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

English Kings are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

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

English Kings have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

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

English Kings are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.

Flat-Coated Retrievers are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.