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Argentine Dogo vs Golden Retriever vs Barbet Comparison - Dog breed selector: Argentine Mastiff or Golden Flat Coat or French Water Dog? Find the right dog for you

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Name Argentine Dogo Golden Retriever Barbet
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Argentine Mastiff
Argentine Dog
Golden Flat Coat
Yellow Retriever
French Water Dog
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Argentine Dogo vs Golden Retriever vs Barbet breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Argentine Dogo vs Golden Retriever vs Barbet Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Argentine Dogo or Golden Retriever or Barbet? Which is the smallest dog, Argentine Dogo or Golden Retriever or Barbet?
Large Large Large
Medium
Weight
Which is heavier, Argentine Dogo or Golden Retriever or Golden Retriever? Argentine Dogo vs Golden Retriever vs Barbet weight comparison:
Male: 88-99 pounds (40-45 kg), Female: 71-77 pounds (32-35 kg) Male: 60-80 pounds (27-36 kg), Female: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg) 37–62 pounds (17–28 kg )
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 93.5 pounds (42.5 kg), Female: 74 pounds (33.5 kg) Male: 70 pounds (31.5 kg), Female: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg) 37–62 pounds (17–28 kg )
Height
Which is taller, Argentine Dogo or Golden Retriever or Barbet? Argentine Dogo vs Golden Retriever vs Barbet height comparison:
Male: 24-27 inches (64-68 cm), Female: 23-25 inches (60-64 cm) Male: 22-24 inches (56-61cm), Female: 20-22 inches (51-56 cm) Male: 23–26 inches (58–65 cm), Female: 21–24 inches (53–61 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 25.5 inches (66 cm), Female: 24 inches (62 cm) Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 21 inches (53.5 cm) Male: 23–26 inches (58–65 cm), Female: 21–24 inches (53–61 cm)

Argentine Dogo vs Golden Retriever vs Barbet Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Argentine Dogo or Golden Retriever or Barbet? Which is more expensive?
$2800-$5000 $1000-$2000 $600-$1000
Availability
Which is easier to get, Argentine Dogo or Golden Retriever or Barbet?
Average: The Argentine Dogo is a commonly available dog breed.
Very frequent: The Golden Retriever is quite easy to get.
Average: The Barbet is a commonly available dog breed.

Argentine Dogo vs Golden Retriever vs Barbet Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Argentine Dogo vs Golden Retriever vs Barbet intelligence:
Smart: The Argentine Dogo dogs have great intelligence.
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Outstanding: Golden Retriever is one of the brightest dog breeds.
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Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Trainability
Argentine Dogo vs Golden Retriever vs Barbet trainability comparison.
Argentine Dogo dogs are quite easy to train.
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Golden Retriever dogs are easy to train.
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Barbet dogs are quite easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Argentine Dogo or Golden Retriever or Barbet?
Argentine Dogo dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Golden Retriever dogs are average watchdogs.
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Barbet dogs are average watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Argentine Dogo or Golden Retriever or Barbet? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Argentine Dogo dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Golden Retriever dogs are average defenders.
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Barbet dogs are average defenders.
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Argentine Dogo vs Golden Retriever vs Barbet Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Argentine Dogo or Golden Retriever or Barbet? Argentine Dogo vs Golden Retriever vs Barbet behavior/temperament comparison:
Loving
Protective
Loyal
Sociable
Tolerant
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Reliable
Kind
Trustworthy
Intelligent
Obedient
Joyful
Companionable
Cheerful
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
Argentine Dogo dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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Golden Retriever dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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Barbet dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Argentine Dogo vs Golden Retriever vs Barbet?
Average: Argentine Dogo dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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High: Golden Retriever dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Barbet dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Argentine Dogo vs Golden Retriever vs Barbet social needs comparison:
Argentine Dogo dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Golden Retriever dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Barbet dogs are a social breed.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
The wanderlust potential of the Argentine Dogo is strong enough to escape from home.
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Golden Retriever dogs tend to escape less than other breeds.
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Barbet dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Argentine Dogo dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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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.
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Barbet 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.
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Argentine Dogo vs Golden Retriever vs Barbet Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Argentine Dogo vs Golden Retriever vs Barbet playfulness comparison:
Average: Argentine Dogos, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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The Golden Retriever is a highly playful breed.
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The Barbet is a highly playful breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Argentine Dogo vs Golden Retriever vs Barbet?
Low to Average: The Argentine Dogo rarely barks.
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Low to Average: The Golden Retriever rarely barks.
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Low to Average: The Barbet rarely barks.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Argentine Dogo or Golden Retriever or Barbet?
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Argentine Dogo 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 Barbet indoors.

Argentine Dogo vs Golden Retriever vs Barbet Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
Average: Argentine Dogo dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Golden Retriever dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Average: Barbet dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Argentine Dogo or Golden Retriever or Barbet?
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.
Golden Retriever dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
Barbet 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.

Argentine Dogo vs Golden Retriever vs Barbet Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Argentine Dogo or Golden Retriever or Barbet?

Above 400 PSI 🔼

Argentine Dogo bite force: The Strongest.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Golden Retriever bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Barbet bite force: Ordinary.
Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:

Low 🔽

The Argentine Dogo has a low chance of biting somebody.

Moderate

The Golden Retriever has an average chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Barbet has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Argentine Dogo vs Golden Retriever vs Barbet mouthiness comparison:
Argentine Dogo dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Golden Retriever dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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Barbet dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Argentine Dogo vs Golden Retriever vs Barbet Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Argentine Dogo vs Golden Retriever vs Barbet health comparison. Which is the healthier: Argentine Dogo vs Golden Retriever vs Barbet?
Argentine Dogos tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Golden Retrievers are commonly healthy dogs.
Barbets tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Argentine Dogo vs Golden Retriever vs Barbet? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Argentine Dogo vs Golden Retriever vs Barbet health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Cancer
Hypothyroidism
Deafness
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Hypothyroidism
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Von Willebrand's Disease
Bloat
Epilepsy
Elbow Dysplasia
Osteochondrosis Dissecans
Hemangiosarcoma
Osteosarcoma
Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Epilepsy
Entropion
Ear Infections
Elbow Dysplasia
Hernia
Overbite
Underbite
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Frequent
The Argentine Dogo should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Rare
The Golden Retriever should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Frequent
The Barbet should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Life Expectancy
Argentine Dogo vs Golden Retriever vs Barbet lifespan comparison. How long do Argentine Dogo, Golden Retriever and Barbet breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Argentine Dogo: 11 years
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Golden Retriever: 11 years
13-15 years
The average lifespan of Barbet: 14 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Argentine Dogo vs Golden Retriever vs Barbet?
Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
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Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Barbet can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Argentine Dogo vs Golden Retriever vs Barbet Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Argentine Dogo or Golden Retriever or Barbet? Argentine Dogo vs Golden Retriever vs Barbet energy level comparison:
Argentine Dogo dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Golden Retriever dogs are high-energy dogs.
Barbet dogs are high-energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Argentine Dogo vs Golden Retriever vs Barbet exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Argentine Dogo or Golden Retriever or Barbet? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Argentine Dogo dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Golden Retriever dogs need a lot of exercises.
Barbet dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Argentine Dogo or Golden Retriever or Barbet?
Argentine Dogo dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Golden Retriever dogs don't need too much sleep.
Barbet dogs don't need too much sleep.

Argentine Dogo vs Golden Retriever vs Barbet Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Argentine Dogo or Golden Retriever or Barbet?
6 to 8 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. 3 to 5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, divided into two meals.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Argentine Dogo vs Golden Retriever vs Barbet weight gain potential comparison:
Low to Average: The Argentine Dogo has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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High: The Golden Retriever breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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Average: The Barbet has an average risk for obesity.
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Argentine Dogo vs Golden Retriever vs Barbet Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Argentine Dogo vs Golden Retriever vs Barbet coat comparison:
Fine Silky
Wavy
Shiny
Straight
Waterproof
Colors
What are the original Argentine Dogo, Golden Retriever and Barbet color?
White Golden
Light
Black
Gray
White
Brown
Fawn
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Argentine Dogo or Golden Retriever or Barbet? Argentine Dogo vs Golden Retriever vs Barbet grooming comparison:
Easy to groom: The Argentine Dogo doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Average: The Golden Retriever requires average grooming effort.
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Average: The Barbet requires average grooming effort.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Argentine Dogo or Golden Retriever or Barbet? Argentine Dogo or Golden Retriever or {name3 shedding:
Argentine Dogo dogs shed moderately.
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Golden Retriever dogs shed moderately.
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Barbet dogs shed none to minimal.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Argentine Dogo or Golden Retriever or Barbet?
3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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2-3 weeks
Frequent. This breed has high-maintenance hair and may require a bath every 2-3 weeks.
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3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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Hypoallergenic
Argentine Dogo vs Golden Retriever vs Barbet hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?
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Stinkiness
Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Argentine Dogo vs Golden Retriever vs Barbet?

Medium

The Argentine Dogo has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Golden Retriever has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Barbet has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?
The Argentine Dogo is an average drooler.
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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.
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The Barbet is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Argentine Dogo vs Golden Retriever vs Barbet Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Argentine Dogo dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Golden Retriever dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Barbet dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Argentine Dogo or Golden Retriever or Barbet? Which dog is more friendly?
Argentine Dogo dogs are not stranger friendly dogs.
Golden Retriever dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Barbet dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Argentine Dogo or Golden Retriever or Barbet?
Argentine Dogo dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.
Golden Retriever dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Barbet dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Argentine Dogo or Golden Retriever or Barbet?
Argentine Dogo dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Golden Retriever dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Barbet dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Argentine Dogo or Golden Retriever or Barbet?
Argentine Dogo dogs are not dog-friendly.
Golden Retriever dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Barbet dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Argentine Dogo vs Golden Retriever vs Barbet?
Yes
Argentine Dogo 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
Barbet dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
Argentine Dogo is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Yes
Golden Retriever is one of the best dog breeds for office environment
Yes
Barbet is one of the best dog breeds for office environment
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
Argentine Dogos are commonly okay with elderly people.
Golden Retrievers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Barbets are usually recommended for elderly people.

Argentine Dogo vs Golden Retriever vs Barbet 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.
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Yes

This breed makes good as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Therapy Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: Argentine Dogo or Golden Retriever or Barbet? Which is better for autism?

Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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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: Argentine Dogo vs Golden Retriever vs Barbet?

Not really

Argentine Dogo breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Yes

Golden Retriever breed usually likes being on a boat.
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Yes

Barbet breed usually likes being on a boat.
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Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog
Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?

Yes

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Fighting Dog / Military Dog

Yes

In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

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.

Argentine Dogo vs Golden Retriever vs Barbet 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.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Litter Size
How many puppies can Argentine Dogo and Golden Retriever and Barbet have?
4-8 puppies 5-10 puppies 4-6 puppies

Argentine Dogo vs Golden Retriever vs Barbet Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club as a Miscellaneous breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1925 as a Sporting breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club as a Miscellaneous breed.
FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI?
Not recognized by FCI. Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Retrievers section. Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Water Dogs section.
Breed Recognition
What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?
American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
National Kennel Club
Backwoods Bulldog Club
Federacion Cinologica Argentina
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 Kennel Club
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Continental Kennel Club
United Kennel Club

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