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Name	Barbet	Goldendoodle	Golden Retriever
Origins	France	United States Canada	Scotland
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Group	Gun Dog	Companion Dogs	Gun Dog
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Other Names What other names do they have?	French Water Dog	Curly Retriever Goldenpoo Curly Golden	Golden Flat Coat Yellow Retriever
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Barbet vs Goldendoodle vs Golden Retriever breed type comparison:	Purebred	Cross Breed	Purebred

Barbet vs Goldendoodle vs Golden Retriever Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Barbet or Goldendoodle or Golden Retriever? Which is the smallest dog, Barbet or Goldendoodle or Golden Retriever?	Large Medium	Large	Large
Weight Which is heavier, Barbet or Goldendoodle or Goldendoodle? Barbet vs Goldendoodle vs Golden Retriever weight comparison:	37–62 pounds (17–28 kg )	Miniature: 15-30 pounds (7-14 kg)Standard: 45-100 pounds (20-45 kg), Medium: 30-45 pounds (14-20 kg)	Male: 60-80 pounds (27-36 kg), Female: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	37–62 pounds (17–28 kg )	Miniature: 22.5 pounds (10.5 kg)Standard: 72.5 pounds (32.5 kg), Medium: 37.5 pounds (17 kg)	Male: 70 pounds (31.5 kg), Female: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Barbet or Goldendoodle or Golden Retriever? Barbet vs Goldendoodle vs Golden Retriever height comparison:	Male: 23–26 inches (58–65 cm), Female: 21–24 inches (53–61 cm)	13-24 inches (33-61 cm)	Male: 22-24 inches (56-61cm), Female: 20-22 inches (51-56 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 23–26 inches (58–65 cm), Female: 21–24 inches (53–61 cm)	18.5 inches (47 cm)	Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 21 inches (53.5 cm)

Barbet vs Goldendoodle vs Golden Retriever Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Barbet or Goldendoodle or Golden Retriever? Which is more expensive?	$600-$1000	$600-$800	$1000-$2000
Availability Which is easier to get, Barbet or Goldendoodle or Golden Retriever?	Average: The Barbet is a commonly available dog breed.	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.	Very frequent: The Golden Retriever is quite easy to get.

Barbet vs Goldendoodle vs Golden Retriever Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Barbet vs Goldendoodle vs Golden Retriever intelligence:	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Outstanding: Golden Retriever is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Barbet vs Goldendoodle vs Golden Retriever trainability comparison.	Barbet dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Goldendoodle dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Golden 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: Barbet or Goldendoodle or Golden Retriever?	Barbet dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Goldendoodle dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Golden Retriever dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Barbet or Goldendoodle or Golden Retriever? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Barbet dogs are average defenders. See more.	Goldendoodle dogs are not the best to protect their territory. See more.	Golden Retriever dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Barbet vs Goldendoodle vs Golden Retriever Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Barbet or Goldendoodle or Golden Retriever? Barbet vs Goldendoodle vs Golden Retriever behavior/temperament comparison:	Intelligent Obedient Joyful Companionable Cheerful	Energetic Intelligent Friendly Trainable	Intelligent Confident Friendly Reliable Kind Trustworthy
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Barbet dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Golden Retriever dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Barbet vs Goldendoodle vs Golden Retriever?	High: Barbet dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Goldendoodle 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.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Barbet vs Goldendoodle vs Golden Retriever social needs comparison:	Barbet dogs are a social breed. See more.	Goldendoodle dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Golden Retriever dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Barbet dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Goldendoodle dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Golden Retriever dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	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. See more.	Goldendoodle 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.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Barbet vs Goldendoodle vs Golden Retriever Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Barbet vs Goldendoodle vs Golden Retriever playfulness comparison:	The Barbet is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Goldendoodle is a playful breed. See more.	The Golden Retriever is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Barbet vs Goldendoodle vs Golden Retriever?	Low to Average: The Barbet rarely barks. See more.	Average: The Goldendoodle barks occasionally. See more.	Low to Average: The Golden Retriever rarely barks. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Barbet or Goldendoodle or Golden 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 Barbet indoors.	Very house-friendly dog the Goldendoodle breed.	It is not recommended to keep the Golden Retriever breed in the home.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Barbet vs Goldendoodle vs Golden Retriever Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Average: Barbet dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Goldendoodle 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.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Barbet or Goldendoodle or Golden Retriever?	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.	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 vs Goldendoodle vs Golden Retriever Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Barbet vs Goldendoodle vs Golden Retriever Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Barbet vs Goldendoodle vs Golden Retriever health comparison. Which is the healthier: Barbet vs Goldendoodle vs Golden Retriever?	Barbets tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	Goldendoodles are commonly healthy dogs.	Golden Retrievers are commonly healthy dogs.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Barbet vs Goldendoodle vs Golden Retriever? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Barbet vs Goldendoodle vs Golden Retriever health problems comparison:	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Epilepsy Entropion Ear Infections Elbow Dysplasia Hernia Overbite Underbite	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Allergies Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Bloat Addison's Disease Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Allergies Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Bloat Epilepsy Elbow Dysplasia Osteochondrosis Dissecans Hemangiosarcoma Osteosarcoma Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Frequent The Barbet should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Rare The Goldendoodle should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably 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).
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Barbet vs Goldendoodle vs Golden Retriever lifespan comparison. How long do Barbet, Goldendoodle and Golden Retriever breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	13-15 years The average lifespan of Barbet: 14 years	9-15 years The average lifespan of Goldendoodle: 12 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Golden Retriever: 11 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Barbet vs Goldendoodle vs Golden Retriever?	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. 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.

Barbet vs Goldendoodle vs Golden Retriever Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Barbet vs Goldendoodle vs Golden Retriever Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Barbet or Goldendoodle or Golden Retriever?	3 to 5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, divided into two meals.	1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three 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? Barbet vs Goldendoodle vs Golden Retriever weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Barbet has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Goldendoodle has an average risk for obesity. See more.	High: The Golden Retriever breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Barbet vs Goldendoodle vs Golden Retriever Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Barbet vs Goldendoodle vs Golden Retriever coat comparison:	Waterproof	Curly Wavy Smooth Straight	Silky Wavy Shiny Straight
Colors What are the original Barbet, Goldendoodle and Golden Retriever color?	Black Gray White Brown Fawn	Black Gray Red White Brown Yellow	Golden Light
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Barbet or Goldendoodle or Golden Retriever? Barbet vs Goldendoodle vs Golden Retriever grooming comparison:	Average: The Barbet requires average grooming effort. See more.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Average: The Golden Retriever requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Barbet or Goldendoodle or Golden Retriever? Barbet or Goldendoodle or {name3 shedding:	Barbet dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Goldendoodle dogs shed moderately. See more.	Golden 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: Barbet or Goldendoodle or Golden 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.	2-3 weeks Frequent. This breed has high-maintenance hair and may require a bath every 2-3 weeks. See more.
Hypoallergenic Barbet vs Goldendoodle vs Golden Retriever hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	Yes 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, Barbet vs Goldendoodle vs Golden Retriever?	Medium ⏺ The Barbet has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Goldendoodle has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Golden Retriever has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Barbet is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Goldendoodle 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.

Barbet vs Goldendoodle vs Golden Retriever Good With Comparison

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

Barbet vs Goldendoodle vs Golden Retriever 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.	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: Barbet or Goldendoodle or Golden Retriever? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a 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: Barbet vs Goldendoodle vs Golden Retriever?	Yes Barbet breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Not really Goldendoodle breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Yes Golden 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.

Barbet vs Goldendoodle vs Golden 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 Barbet and Goldendoodle and Golden Retriever have?	4-6 puppies	4-8 puppies	5-10 puppies
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Barbet vs Goldendoodle vs Golden Retriever Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club as a Miscellaneous breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1925 as a Sporting breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Water Dogs section.	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Retrievers section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	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	Dog Registry of America Inc. American Canine Hybrid Club Designer Breed Registry Designer Dogs Kennel Club International Designer Canine Registry	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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