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Name	Irish Doodle	Cockapoo	Golden Cocker Retriever
Origins	Germany France Ireland	United States	England Scotland
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Other Names What other names do they have?	No data available	Cockerdoodle Spoodle Cockerpoo	No data available
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Irish Doodle vs Cockapoo vs Golden Cocker Retriever breed type comparison:	Cross Breed	Cross Breed	Cross Breed

Irish Doodle vs Cockapoo vs Golden Cocker Retriever Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Irish Doodle or Cockapoo or Golden Cocker Retriever? Which is the smallest dog, Irish Doodle or Cockapoo or Golden Cocker Retriever?	Large Medium	Small	Large Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Irish Doodle or Cockapoo or Cockapoo? Irish Doodle vs Cockapoo vs Golden Cocker Retriever weight comparison:	Male: 45-70 pounds (20-32 kg), Female: 45-60 pounds (20-27 kg)	12-24 pounds (5.4-11 kg)	30-60 pounds (13-27 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 57.5 pounds (26 kg), Female: 52.5 pounds (23.5 kg)	18 pounds (5.7.5 kg)	45 pounds (20 kg)
Height Which is taller, Irish Doodle or Cockapoo or Golden Cocker Retriever? Irish Doodle vs Cockapoo vs Golden Cocker Retriever height comparison:	Male: 26-28 inches (66-71 cm), Female: 24-26 inches (61-66 cm)	10-15 inches (25-38 cm)	18-22 inches (45-55 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 27 inches (68.5 cm), Female: 25 inches (63.5 cm)	12.5 inches (31.5 cm)	20 inches (50 cm)

Irish Doodle vs Cockapoo vs Golden Cocker Retriever Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Irish Doodle or Cockapoo or Golden Cocker Retriever? Which is more expensive?	$800-$1000	$900-$1100	$900-$1200
Availability Which is easier to get, Irish Doodle or Cockapoo or Golden Cocker Retriever?	Very frequent: The Irish Doodle is quite easy to get.	Frequent: The Cockapoo is easier than average to get.	Very frequent: The Golden Cocker Retriever is quite easy to get.

Irish Doodle vs Cockapoo vs Golden Cocker Retriever Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Irish Doodle vs Cockapoo vs Golden Cocker Retriever intelligence:	Outstanding: Irish Doodle is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Outstanding: Golden Cocker Retriever is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Irish Doodle vs Cockapoo vs Golden Cocker Retriever trainability comparison.	Irish Doodle dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Cockapoo dogs are easy to train. See more.	Golden Cocker Retriever dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Irish Doodle or Cockapoo or Golden Cocker Retriever?	Irish Doodle dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Cockapoo dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Golden Cocker Retriever dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Irish Doodle or Cockapoo or Golden Cocker Retriever? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Irish Doodle dogs are average defenders. See more.	Cockapoo dogs are average defenders. See more.	Golden Cocker Retriever dogs are average defenders. See more.
Guard Dog Breeds List

Irish Doodle vs Cockapoo vs Golden Cocker Retriever Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Irish Doodle or Cockapoo or Golden Cocker Retriever? Irish Doodle vs Cockapoo vs Golden Cocker Retriever behavior/temperament comparison:	Active Playful Independent Energetic Alert Intelligent Affectionate Lively Trainable Companionable Faithful Instinctual	Playful Loving Alert Intelligent Friendly Responsive Affectionate Loyal Going Social Cheerful	Playful Intelligent Confident Friendly Affectionate Reliable Kind Trainable Quiet Faithful Trustworthy
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Irish Doodle vs Cockapoo vs Golden Cocker Retriever?	High: Irish Doodle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Cockapoo dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Golden Cocker Retriever dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Irish Doodle vs Cockapoo vs Golden Cocker Retriever social needs comparison:	Irish Doodle dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Cockapoo dogs are a social breed. See more.	Golden Cocker Retriever dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	The wanderlust potential of the Irish Doodle is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Cockapoo dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Golden Cocker Retriever dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Irish Doodle dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Their prey drive is low. See more.	Golden Cocker Retriever dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Irish Doodle vs Cockapoo vs Golden Cocker Retriever Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Irish Doodle vs Cockapoo vs Golden Cocker Retriever playfulness comparison:	The Irish Doodle is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Cockapoo is a playful breed. See more.	The Golden Cocker Retriever is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Irish Doodle vs Cockapoo vs Golden Cocker Retriever?	Average: The Irish Doodle barks occasionally. See more.	Average: The Cockapoo barks occasionally. See more.	Average: The Golden Cocker Retriever barks occasionally. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Irish Doodle or Cockapoo or Golden Cocker Retriever?	It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Irish Doodle indoors.	Very house-friendly dog the Cockapoo breed.	Apartment-friendly dog the Golden Cocker Retriever breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Irish Doodle vs Cockapoo vs Golden Cocker Retriever Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Irish Doodle dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Cockapoo dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Golden Cocker Retriever dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Irish Doodle or Cockapoo or Golden Cocker Retriever?	Irish Doodle dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Cockapoo dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.	Golden Cocker Retriever dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Irish Doodle vs Cockapoo vs Golden Cocker Retriever Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Irish Doodle or Cockapoo or Golden Cocker Retriever?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Irish Doodle bite force: Ordinary.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Cockapoo bite force: Weak.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Golden Cocker Retriever bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	Low 🔽 The Irish Doodle has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Cockapoo has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Golden Cocker Retriever has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Irish Doodle vs Cockapoo vs Golden Cocker Retriever mouthiness comparison:	Irish Doodle dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Cockapoo dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Golden Cocker Retriever dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Irish Doodle vs Cockapoo vs Golden Cocker Retriever Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Irish Doodle vs Cockapoo vs Golden Cocker Retriever health comparison. Which is the healthier: Irish Doodle vs Cockapoo vs Golden Cocker Retriever?	The Irish Doodle is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Cockapoo is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Golden Cocker Retrievers are commonly healthy dogs.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Irish Doodle vs Cockapoo vs Golden Cocker Retriever? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Irish Doodle vs Cockapoo vs Golden Cocker Retriever health problems comparison:	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Legg-perthes Disease Patellar Luxation Allergies Cancer Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Bloat Epilepsy Sebaceous Adenitis Ear Infections Osteochondrosis Dissecans Panosteitis Addison's Disease Cushing's Syndrome Hypertrophic Osteodystrophy Canine Leukocyte Runny Eyes Canine Atrial Septal Defect (asd) Neonatal Encephalopathy (news) Optic Nerve Hypoplasia Premature Graying	Luxating Patella Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Allergies Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Bloat Epilepsy Ear Infections Elbow Dysplasia Osteochondrosis Dissecans Renal Failure Hemangiosarcoma Osteosarcoma Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Irish Doodle should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Cockapoo should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Rare The Golden Cocker Retriever should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Irish Doodle vs Cockapoo vs Golden Cocker Retriever lifespan comparison. How long do Irish Doodle, Cockapoo and Golden Cocker Retriever breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	11-15 years The average lifespan of Irish Doodle: 13 years	14-18 years The average lifespan of Cockapoo: 16 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Golden Cocker Retriever: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Irish Doodle vs Cockapoo vs Golden Cocker Retriever?	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.

Irish Doodle vs Cockapoo vs Golden Cocker Retriever Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Irish Doodle or Cockapoo or Golden Cocker Retriever? Irish Doodle vs Cockapoo vs Golden Cocker Retriever energy level comparison:	Irish Doodle dogs are high-energy dogs.	Cockapoo dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.	Golden Cocker Retriever dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Irish Doodle vs Cockapoo vs Golden Cocker Retriever exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Irish Doodle or Cockapoo or Golden Cocker Retriever? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Irish Doodle dogs need a lot of exercises.	Cockapoo dogs have an average exercise need.	Golden Cocker Retriever dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Irish Doodle or Cockapoo or Golden Cocker Retriever?	Irish Doodle dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Cockapoo dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	Golden Cocker Retriever dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Irish Doodle vs Cockapoo vs Golden Cocker Retriever Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Irish Doodle or Cockapoo or Golden Cocker Retriever?	3 to 4 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	0.5 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	3 to 4 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Irish Doodle vs Cockapoo vs Golden Cocker Retriever weight gain potential comparison:	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Irish Doodle's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Cockapoo's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	High: The Golden Cocker Retriever breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Irish Doodle vs Cockapoo vs Golden Cocker Retriever Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Irish Doodle vs Cockapoo vs Golden Cocker Retriever coat comparison:	Fine Curly	Curly Wavy	Feathered Silky Wavy Shiny Straight
Colors What are the original Irish Doodle, Cockapoo and Golden Cocker Retriever color?	Black Gray Red Blue Cream White Silver Brown Fawn Beige Mahogany Apricot	Black Tan Red White Silver Brown	Black Tan Blue Golden Liver Roan Light
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Irish Doodle or Cockapoo or Golden Cocker Retriever? Irish Doodle vs Cockapoo vs Golden Cocker Retriever grooming comparison:	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Average: The Golden Cocker Retriever requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Irish Doodle or Cockapoo or Golden Cocker Retriever? Irish Doodle or Cockapoo or {name3 shedding:	Irish Doodle dogs are low shedders. See more.	Cockapoo dogs are low shedders. See more.	Golden Cocker Retriever dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Irish Doodle or Cockapoo or Golden Cocker Retriever?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.
Hypoallergenic Irish Doodle vs Cockapoo vs Golden Cocker Retriever hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Irish Doodle vs Cockapoo vs Golden Cocker Retriever?	High 🔼 The Irish Doodle has a high chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Cockapoo has an average chance of bad smell.	High 🔼 The Golden Cocker Retriever has a high chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Irish Doodle is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The Cockapoo is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Golden Cocker Retriever is an average drooler. See more.

Irish Doodle vs Cockapoo vs Golden Cocker Retriever Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Irish Doodle dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.	Cockapoo dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.	Golden Cocker Retriever dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Irish Doodle or Cockapoo or Golden Cocker Retriever? Which dog is more friendly?	Irish Doodle dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	Cockapoo dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	Golden Cocker Retriever dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Irish Doodle or Cockapoo or Golden Cocker Retriever?	Irish Doodle dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Cockapoo dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Golden Cocker Retriever dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Irish Doodle or Cockapoo or Golden Cocker Retriever?	Irish Doodle dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	Cockapoo dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	Golden Cocker Retriever dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Irish Doodle or Cockapoo or Golden Cocker Retriever?	Irish Doodle dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Cockapoo dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Golden Cocker Retriever dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Irish Doodle vs Cockapoo vs Golden Cocker Retriever?	Yes Irish Doodle dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Cockapoo dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Golden Cocker Retriever dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Irish Doodle is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Cockapoo is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Golden Cocker Retriever is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Irish Doodles are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Cockapoos are usually recommended for elderly people.	Golden Cocker Retrievers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Irish Doodle vs Cockapoo vs Golden Cocker Retriever As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Irish Doodle or Cockapoo or Golden Cocker Retriever? Which is better for autism?	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.
Therapy Dog Breeds
Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR) Which one could be a search and rescue dog?	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Yes This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Irish Doodle vs Cockapoo vs Golden Cocker Retriever?	Yes Irish Doodle breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Not really Cockapoo breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Yes Golden Cocker Retriever breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.
Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Fighting Dog / Military Dog	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Irish Doodle vs Cockapoo vs Golden Cocker Retriever Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.
Litter Size How many puppies can Irish Doodle and Cockapoo and Golden Cocker Retriever have?	7-10 puppies	4-6 puppies	6-8 puppies
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Irish Doodle vs Cockapoo vs Golden Cocker Retriever Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Not recognized by FCI.	Not recognized by FCI.	Not recognized by FCI.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	No data available	American Canine Hybrid Club Designer Breed Registry Designer Dogs Kennel Club International Designer Canine Registry	No data available

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