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Name	French Bulldog	Golden Retriever	Brittany
Origins	England France	Scotland	France
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Group	Companion Dogs	Gun Dog	Gun Dog
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Bouledogue Français Frenchie	Golden Flat Coat Yellow Retriever	American Brittany Brittany Spaniel Epagneul Breton
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? French Bulldog vs Golden Retriever vs Brittany breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

French Bulldog vs Golden Retriever vs Brittany Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, French Bulldog or Golden Retriever or Brittany? Which is the smallest dog, French Bulldog or Golden Retriever or Brittany?	Small	Large	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, French Bulldog or Golden Retriever or Golden Retriever? French Bulldog vs Golden Retriever vs Brittany weight comparison:	18-30 pounds (8-14 kg)	Male: 60-80 pounds (27-36 kg), Female: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg)	Male: 35-40 pounds (16-18 kg), Females: 30-40 pounds (14-18 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	There are two weight classes of French Bulldog: 19 - 22 pounds (9 - 10 kg) and 22 - 28 pounds (10 - 13 kg). Over 28 pounds is a disqualification.	Male: 70 pounds (31.5 kg), Female: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg)	Male: 37.5 pounds (17 kg), Females: 35 pounds (16 kg)
Height Which is taller, French Bulldog or Golden Retriever or Brittany? French Bulldog vs Golden Retriever vs Brittany height comparison:	13–16 inches (33–40 cm)	Male: 22-24 inches (56-61cm), Female: 20-22 inches (51-56 cm)	Male: 17-21 inches (43-53 cm), Female: 18-20 inches (46-51 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	14.5 inches (36.5 cm)	Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 21 inches (53.5 cm)	Male: 19 inches (48 cm), Female: 19 inches (48.5 cm)

French Bulldog vs Golden Retriever vs Brittany Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, French Bulldog or Golden Retriever or Brittany? Which is more expensive?	$2000-$4000	$1000-$2000	$700-$800
Availability Which is easier to get, French Bulldog or Golden Retriever or Brittany?	Very frequent: The French Bulldog is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Golden Retriever is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Brittany is quite easy to get.

French Bulldog vs Golden Retriever vs Brittany Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? French Bulldog vs Golden Retriever vs Brittany intelligence:	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Outstanding: Golden Retriever is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Very smart: Brittany is an excellent dog breed. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability French Bulldog vs Golden Retriever vs Brittany trainability comparison.	French Bulldog dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Golden Retriever dogs are easy to train. See more.	Brittany dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: French Bulldog or Golden Retriever or Brittany?	French Bulldog dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Golden Retriever dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Brittany dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog French Bulldog or Golden Retriever or Brittany? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	French Bulldog dogs are average defenders. See more.	Golden Retriever dogs are average defenders. See more.	Brittany dogs are average defenders. See more.
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French Bulldog vs Golden Retriever vs Brittany Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, French Bulldog or Golden Retriever or Brittany? French Bulldog vs Golden Retriever vs Brittany behavior/temperament comparison:	Playful Alert Affectionate Patient Lively Keen Easygoing Athletic Bright	Intelligent Confident Friendly Reliable Kind Trustworthy	Independent Alert Intelligent Responsive Social
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	French Bulldog dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	Golden Retriever dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	Sensitive: Brittany dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: French Bulldog vs Golden Retriever vs Brittany?	High: French Bulldog dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Golden Retriever dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Brittany dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs French Bulldog vs Golden Retriever vs Brittany social needs comparison:	French Bulldog dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Golden Retriever dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Brittany dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	French Bulldog dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Golden Retriever dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Brittany is strong enough to escape from home. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	French Bulldog dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.	Golden Retriever dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen. See more.	Brittany dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

French Bulldog vs Golden Retriever vs Brittany Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness French Bulldog vs Golden Retriever vs Brittany playfulness comparison:	French Bulldogs are not the most playful dog breed. See more.	The Golden Retriever is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Brittany is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: French Bulldog vs Golden Retriever vs Brittany?	Low: The French Bulldog barks none to minimal. See more.	Low to Average: The Golden Retriever rarely barks. See more.	Average: The Brittany 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 French Bulldog or Golden Retriever or Brittany?	Very house-friendly dog the French Bulldog breed.	It is not recommended to keep the Golden Retriever breed in the home.	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 Brittany indoors.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

French Bulldog vs Golden Retriever vs Brittany Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	French Bulldog dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Golden Retriever dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Brittany dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: French Bulldog or Golden Retriever or Brittany?	French Bulldog dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Golden Retriever dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Brittany dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

French Bulldog vs Golden Retriever vs Brittany Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: French Bulldog or Golden Retriever or Brittany?	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 French Bulldog bite force: Weak.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Golden Retriever bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Brittany 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 French Bulldog has a low chance of biting somebody.	Moderate ⏺ The Golden Retriever has an average chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Brittany has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? French Bulldog vs Golden Retriever vs Brittany mouthiness comparison:	French Bulldog dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Golden Retriever dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Brittany dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

French Bulldog vs Golden Retriever vs Brittany Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues French Bulldog vs Golden Retriever vs Brittany health comparison. Which is the healthier: French Bulldog vs Golden Retriever vs Brittany?	The French Bulldog is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Golden Retrievers are commonly healthy dogs.	The Brittany is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: French Bulldog vs Golden Retriever vs Brittany? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? French Bulldog vs Golden Retriever vs Brittany health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Allergies Von Willebrand's Disease Intervertebral Disk Disease Cleft Palate Brachycephalic Syndrome Elongated Soft Palate Hemi-vertebrae	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Allergies Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Bloat Epilepsy Elbow Dysplasia Osteochondrosis Dissecans Hemangiosarcoma Osteosarcoma Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis	Hip Dysplasia Hypothyroidism Epilepsy
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The French Bulldog should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Rare The Golden Retriever should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Average The Brittany should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy French Bulldog vs Golden Retriever vs Brittany lifespan comparison. How long do French Bulldog, Golden Retriever and Brittany breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	10-12 years The average lifespan of French Bulldog: 11 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Golden Retriever: 11 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Brittany: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: French Bulldog vs Golden Retriever vs Brittany?	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. 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.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Brittany can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.

French Bulldog vs Golden Retriever vs Brittany Energy and Activity Comparison

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

French Bulldog vs Golden Retriever vs Brittany Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: French Bulldog or Golden Retriever or Brittany?	Recommended daily amount: 1 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.	1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? French Bulldog vs Golden Retriever vs Brittany weight gain potential comparison:	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the French Bulldog's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	High: The Golden Retriever breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	Average: The Brittany has an average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

French Bulldog vs Golden Retriever vs Brittany Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? French Bulldog vs Golden Retriever vs Brittany coat comparison:	Fine Smooth Short Close in texture	Silky Wavy Shiny Straight	Feathered
Colors What are the original French Bulldog, Golden Retriever and Brittany color?	Cream White Fawn Brindle	Golden Light	White Orange Liver Roan
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, French Bulldog or Golden Retriever or Brittany? French Bulldog vs Golden Retriever vs Brittany grooming comparison:	Easy to groom: The French Bulldog doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Average: The Golden Retriever requires average grooming effort. See more.	Easy to groom: The Brittany doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more French Bulldog or Golden Retriever or Brittany? French Bulldog or Golden Retriever or {name3 shedding:	French Bulldog dogs are low shedders. See more.	Golden Retriever dogs shed moderately. See more.	Brittany dogs are low shedders. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: French Bulldog or Golden Retriever or Brittany?	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	2-3 weeks Frequent. This breed has high-maintenance hair and may require a bath every 2-3 weeks. See more.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.
Hypoallergenic French Bulldog vs Golden Retriever vs Brittany 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, French Bulldog vs Golden Retriever vs Brittany?	Medium ⏺ The French Bulldog has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Golden Retriever has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Brittany has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The French Bulldog is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Golden Retriever drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed. See more.	The Brittany is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.

French Bulldog vs Golden Retriever vs Brittany Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	French Bulldog dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.	Golden Retriever dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Brittany dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly French Bulldog or Golden Retriever or Brittany? Which dog is more friendly?	French Bulldog dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Golden Retriever dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	Brittany dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly French Bulldog or Golden Retriever or Brittany?	French Bulldog dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.	Golden Retriever dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Brittany dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly French Bulldog or Golden Retriever or Brittany?	French Bulldog dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Golden Retriever dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Brittany dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly French Bulldog or Golden Retriever or Brittany?	French Bulldog dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Golden Retriever dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Brittany dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: French Bulldog vs Golden Retriever vs Brittany?	Yes French Bulldog dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Golden Retriever dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Brittany dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	Yes French Bulldog is one of the best dog breeds for office environment	Yes Golden Retriever is one of the best dog breeds for office environment	No Brittany is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	French Bulldogs are not the best breed for elderly people.	Golden Retrievers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Brittanys are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

French Bulldog vs Golden Retriever vs Brittany As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: French Bulldog or Golden Retriever or Brittany? Which is better for autism?	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
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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.	Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
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.	Yes This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: French Bulldog vs Golden Retriever vs Brittany?	Not really French Bulldog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Yes Golden Retriever breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Not really Brittany breed usually doesn't like 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.

French Bulldog vs Golden Retriever vs Brittany 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 French Bulldog and Golden Retriever and Brittany have?	3-5 puppies	5-10 puppies	1-11 puppies, average 6
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French Bulldog vs Golden Retriever vs Brittany Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1898 as a Non-Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1925 as a Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1934 as a Sporting breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Small Molossian type Dogs section.	Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Retrievers section.	Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the Continental Pointing Dogs section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	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	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	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

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