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General health |
★★★✩✩ | ★★★★★ |
Shedding intensity |
★★★★★ | ✩✩✩✩✩ |
Suitable for people with dog allergies |
★✩✩✩✩ | ★★★★★ |
Coat softness |
★✩✩✩✩ | ★★★★★ |
Energy level |
★★★★★ | ★★✮✩✩ |
Suitable for first time owners |
★★✩✩✩ | ★★★★★ |
Sizes |
Standard | Miniature / Medium / Standard |
Tendency to be overweight |
★★★★★ | ★★✩✩✩ |
Adjustment to apartment living |
★★★✩✩ | ★★★★★ |
Life expectancy |
10-12 years | 12-15 years |
Purpose of the breed |
Hunting-herding | Therapy and assistance dog |
Able to be a therapy dog |
★★★★✩ | ★★★★★ |
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If you like Labrador Retriever, You're going to love the Australian Cobberdog
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COAT:
If you like the colours of Labradors, the Australian Cobberdog also comes in gold, chocolate, black, red… And its hair is super soft, it does not shed (like Labrador Retrievers do) and is hypoallergenic. -
CHARACTER:
If you think the Labrador Retrievers is the best companian dog, that's because you haven't met the character of the Australian Cobberdog yet. They are super affectionate dogs which are very sensitive to the feelings of their favourite humans. However, they are also super fun and very playful, although they tend to be more calm and less nervous than Labrador Retrievers. -
ABILITY TO BE A THERAPY DOG:
Labrador Retrievers can make good therapy dogs, but the Australian Cobberdog is THE therapy dog. While the Labrador Retrievers breed was designed with hunting in mind, the Australian Cobberdog breed was designed to be an ideal therapy and assistance dog.
We know what Labrador Retriever are like because we have bred and cared for them
In the early days of DOGKING, the Labrador Retriever was a breed we bred at our centre. However, we stopped breeding it because of all the problems that were associated with it. Despite being a beautiful breed with a promising reputation, problems such as dysplasia (12% of Labrador Retrievers suffer from dysplasia) and their high level of energy in their first two years of life, which makes them too demanding for some families (this high energy level does not diminish in some Labradors), caused us to stop offering these puppies.While some of them are wonderful dogs, not all of them are.Although Labrador Retriever puppies are highly sought after, we prefer not to breed them as they can easily become a problem for some families who have this breed.
In contrast, the Australian Cobberdog is a dog with a healthy genetic profile and a well-balanced temperament. and a medium energy very easy to train.They also come with hypoallergenic coats and are available in 3 sizes to suit the needs of every family.
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Families who already own an Australian Cobberdog are convinced
All the families who now own an Australian Cobberdog were in the same situation as you before they made their decision. Most had owned dogs before (50.3%) or had one around during childhood (29%) and were not familiar with the breed (73.5%). In fact, they were considering other breeds (70.2%) before settling on the Australian Cobberdog.However, now that these families know what it is like to live with an Australian Cobberdog, they have assured us that, if they were ever to consider getting another dog, it would be another Australian Cobberdog (92%). When we asked what they love most about their dogs, the majority responded with "their character and how affectionate they are" (84%). The majority of the families (91%) confirm that their expectations have been met with the Australian Cobberdog breed.
These are only some of the data extracted from the surveys that we carrying out for the families that have an Australian Cobberdog. However, the data is rather vague and difficult to grasp, which is the reason why we invite you to get to know us and experience what Australian Cobberdogs are really like. We are sure you will fall in love.
THE 7 DIFFERENCES BETWEEN THE LABRADOR RETRIEVER AND THE AUSTRALIAN COBBERDOG
DIFFERENCE NO. 1: Energy level |
| LABRADOR RETRIEVER: The Labrador Retriever can make a great dog, but only provided you are able to invest at least 3 hours per day in attending to their physical and mental stimulation needs. These dogs have a high energy level and need to be out and about doing things. If they are left unattended, they may let out their energy by wreaking havoc in their surroundings. AUSTRALIAN COBBERDOG: The Australian Cobberdog is a dog with a very docile and affectionate temperament. They enjoy being around family and love to be petted. Although they like to play, they do not constantly need this kind of attention. Calm family time combined with the occassional playtime is enough to keep them happy. |
DIFFERENCE NO. 2: Size and weight |
| LABRADOR RETRIEVER: Labrador Retriever are large dogs with a tendency to become overweight due to their greediness for almost anything. AUSTRALIAN COBBERDOG: The Australian Cobberdog comes in 3 sizes (miniature / medium / standard) and they are generally of a slim build. |
DIFFERENCE NO. 3: Coat and shedding |
| LABRADOR RETRIEVER: Labrador Retriever constantly shed, meaning that they shed year round. Apart from the mess they make in the home and on clothing, this factor makes them an unsuitable breed for people with dog allergies. AUSTRALIAN COBBERDOG: The Australian Cobberdog es hipoalergénico. Their coats do not moult, nor do they shed or produce dander, so the home is free from dirt and allergens. |
DIFFERENCE NO. 4: health |
| LABRADOR RETRIEVER: Although Labradors are not prone to health problems, they do suffer from certain serious illnesses such as hip and elbow dysplasia (12% incidence rate in the breed), arthritis, retinal atrophy and obesity. AUSTRALIAN COBBERDOG: The main criteria for the breeding of the Australian Cobberdog is the selection of a temperament suited to both therapy and assistance and a hypoallergenic coat. Its development as a breed has been very well controlled from the beginning, meaning it has strong and healthy genetics. |
DIFFERENCE NO. 5: Adjustment to apartment living |
| LABRADOR RETRIEVER: The Labrador Retriever has a high energy level, meaning it is not the most suitable breed for apartment life. They do not like to be left alone all day lying on the sofa or bed. These dogs constantly shed, so an apartment is not the best choice of dwelling for them. AUSTRALIAN COBBERDOG: The Australian Cobberdog is a dog with level and a calm nature. These dogs do not require to be constantly active and enjoy spending quiet time with their owners. They do not shed, meaning they do not make a mess of floors. |
DIFFERENCE NO. 6: Therapy dog |
| LABRADOR RETRIEVER: Labrador Retrievers can make good therapy dogs, although they must be kept well-groomed as to not shed fur into their surroundings. AUSTRALIAN COBBERDOG: The Australian Cobberdog was designed to be the ideal therapy and assistance dog. Due to its hypoallergenic nature, even people with allergies can benefit from this therapy dog, since it does not shed allergens into the environment. It is a dog that continually looks you in the eye and has a gentle, cautious and respectful attitude. These dogs are very friendly in appearance given their resemblance to cuddly toys. |
DIFFERENCE NO. 7: Responsible breeding |
| LABRADOR RETRIEVER: There are many people who breed Labrador Retrievers with the sole aim of making a profit, with no concern for the dog's genetics or welfare. We advise that you please avoid such breeders. AUSTRALIAN COBBERDOG: Here at our centre we have a breeding programme that guarantees that none of our dogs will be abandoned and we always take care of the welfare and genetics of all of our dogs. On top of that, we do everything legally, with contracts and transparent communication with our clients. |
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