Golden Retriever vs King Charles Spaniel

Compare the Golden Retriever to the King Charles Spaniel. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Golden Retrievers and King Charles Spaniels.

Golden Retriever vs King Charles Spaniel
Golden Retriever
King Charles Spaniel
Golden Retriever
King Charles Spaniel
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General Details
Golden Retriever
King Charles Spaniel
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
10-12 Years
10-12 Years
Height
21-24 Inches
10-11 Inches
Weight
55-80 Pounds
8-14 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Average
History
Golden Retriever
King Charles Spaniel
Origin Country
United Kingdom
United Kingdom
Origin Year
1865 AD
1800 AD
Temperament
Golden Retriever
King Charles Spaniel
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Below Average
Pet Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Stranger Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Personality
Golden Retriever
King Charles Spaniel
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Stubborn
Living Environment
Golden Retriever
King Charles Spaniel
Apartment
Yes
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
No
Medium Yard
Yes
No
Large Yard
Yes
No
Temperature Tolerance
30-80 °F
55-75 °F
Barks/Howls
Below Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Golden Retriever
King Charles Spaniel
Energy Level
High
Low
Exercise Required
Medium to High
Low
Top Running Speed
25 MPH
14 MPH
Strength
High
Low
Grooming Needs
Golden Retriever
King Charles Spaniel
Coat Maintenance
Medium to High
Medium
Shedding
Medium to High
Medium
Dander
Medium
Medium
Drool
None
None
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Golden Retriever
King Charles Spaniel
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Golden Retriever
King Charles Spaniel
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
Yes
No
Breed Instincts
Golden Retriever
King Charles Spaniel
Aggression
None
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Below Average
Chasing
Above Average
Below Average
Follow Commands
Above Average
Below Average
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
Below Average
Below Average
Herding
Below Average
Below Average
Hunting
Above Average
Below Average
Protection
Below Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
Below Average
Below Average
Sled Pulling
Below Average
None
Watch / Guardian
Below Average
Below Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Golden Retriever
King Charles Spaniel
Average Lifespan
10-12 Years
10-12 Years
Health Concerns
Golden Retriever
King Charles Spaniel
Common Health Issues
Bloat
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Von willebrand's disease
Progressive retinal atrophy
Allergies
Epilepsy
Hypothyroidism
Elbow dysplasia
Osteochondritis Dissecans
Subaortic Stenosis
Hemangiosarcoma
Osteosarcoma
Mitral valve disease
Patellar luxation
Legg-Calve-Perthes disease
Patent ductus arteriosus
Open fontanel
Umbilical hernias
Cryptorchidism
Hydrocephalus
Cleft palate
Retinal dysplasia
Seborrheic dermatitis
Fused toes
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Golden Retriever
King Charles Spaniel
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Single
Coat Texture
Wavy
Silky
Coat Length
Medium
Medium
Coat Coloring
Golden Retriever
King Charles Spaniel
Breed Colors
Dark Golden
Dark Golden
Gold
Gold
Light Golden
Light Golden
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