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Bernedoodle vs Shiba Inu vs Golden Retriever Comparison - Dog breed selector: Bernedoodles or Japanese Shiba Inu or Golden Flat Coat? Find the right dog for you

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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Bernedoodle, Shiba Inu, and Golden Retriever breeds.
Bernedoodles
Bernese Mountain Poo
Japanese Shiba Inu
Japanese Small-Size Dog
Shiba
Shiba Ken
Brushwood Dog
Golden Flat Coat
Yellow Retriever
Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between Bernedoodle, Shiba Inu, and Golden Retriever? Compare their breeding categories.
Cross Breed Purebred Purebred

Bernedoodle vs Shiba Inu vs Golden Retriever Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Compare size differences between Bernedoodle, Shiba Inu, and Golden Retriever. Which breed is the largest?
Small
Large
Medium
Medium Large
Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between Bernedoodle, Shiba Inu, and Golden Retriever? Compare adult weight ranges.
10-90 pounds (4.5-41 kg) Male: 18-25 pounds (8-11 kg), Female: 15-20 pounds (6.8-9 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?
50 pounds (23 kg) Male: 21.5 pounds (9.5 kg), Female: 17.5 pounds (6.8.5 kg) Male: 70 pounds (31.5 kg), Female: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Bernedoodle or Shiba Inu or Golden Retriever? Bernedoodle vs Shiba Inu vs Golden Retriever height comparison:
10-29 inches (25.5-74 cm) Male: 14-16 inches (36-41 cm), Female: 13-15 inches (33-38 cm) Male: 22-24 inches (56-61cm), Female: 20-22 inches (51-56 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
19 inches (48 cm) Male: 15 inches (38.5 cm), Female: 14 inches (35.5 cm) Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 21 inches (53.5 cm)

Bernedoodle vs Shiba Inu vs Golden Retriever Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range
Compare puppy costs for Bernedoodle, Shiba Inu, and Golden Retriever. Find price differences between these breeds.
$700-$4500 $800-$1000 $1000-$2000
Availability
Which is easier to get, Bernedoodle or Shiba Inu or Golden Retriever?
Average: The Bernedoodle is a commonly available dog breed.
Very frequent: The Shiba Inu is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Golden Retriever is quite easy to get.

Bernedoodle vs Shiba Inu vs Golden Retriever Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between Bernedoodle, Shiba Inu, and Golden Retriever. Which breed ranks highest?
Very smart: Bernedoodle is an excellent dog breed.
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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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Outstanding: Golden Retriever is one of the brightest dog breeds.
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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between Bernedoodle, Shiba Inu, and Golden Retriever. Which is easiest to train?
Bernedoodle dogs are easy to train.
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A slightly harder to train than average.
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Golden Retriever dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of Bernedoodle, Shiba Inu, and Golden Retriever. Which breed is most alert?
Bernedoodle dogs are average watchdogs.
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Shiba Inu dogs are good watchdogs.
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Golden Retriever dogs are average watchdogs.
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Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between Bernedoodle, Shiba Inu, and Golden Retriever. Which breed is most protective?
Bernedoodle dogs are average defenders.
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Shiba Inu dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Golden Retriever dogs are average defenders.
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Bernedoodle vs Shiba Inu vs Golden Retriever Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between Bernedoodle, Shiba Inu, and Golden Retriever? Compare temperaments.
Stubborn
Loyal
Gentle
Clever
Goofy
Alert
Confident
Going
Fearless
Keen
Faithful
Charming
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Reliable
Kind
Trustworthy
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Shiba Inu 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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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Bernedoodle vs Shiba Inu vs Golden Retriever?
High: Bernedoodle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Average to High: Shiba Inu dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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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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Social Needs
Bernedoodle vs Shiba Inu vs Golden Retriever social needs comparison:
Bernedoodle dogs are a social breed.
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Shiba Inu dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Golden Retriever dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Bernedoodle dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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The wanderlust potential of the Shiba Inu 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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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Bernedoodle 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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Shiba Inu 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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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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Bernedoodle vs Shiba Inu vs Golden Retriever Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of Bernedoodle, Shiba Inu, and Golden Retriever. Which breed is most vocal?
Average: The Bernedoodle barks occasionally.
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Low to Average: The Shiba Inu rarely barks.
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Low to Average: The Golden Retriever rarely barks.
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between Bernedoodle, Shiba Inu, and Golden Retriever. Which breed is most playful?
The Bernedoodle is a highly playful breed.
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Average: Shiba Inus, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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The Golden Retriever is a highly playful breed.
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Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of Bernedoodle, Shiba Inu, and Golden Retriever. Which adapts best to small spaces?
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 Bernedoodle indoors.
Very house-friendly dog the Shiba Inu breed.
It is not recommended to keep the Golden Retriever breed in the home.

Bernedoodle vs Shiba Inu vs Golden Retriever Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between Bernedoodle, Shiba Inu, and Golden Retriever. Which breed is most flexible?
Average: Bernedoodle dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Shiba Inu dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Golden Retriever dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: Bernedoodle or Shiba Inu or Golden Retriever?
Bernedoodle 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.

Bernedoodle vs Shiba Inu vs Golden Retriever Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between Bernedoodle, Shiba Inu, and Golden Retriever. Which has lowest bite risk?

Low 🔽

The Bernedoodle has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Shiba Inu has a low chance of biting somebody.

Moderate

The Golden Retriever has an average chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between Bernedoodle, Shiba Inu, and Golden Retriever. Which uses mouth most during play?
Bernedoodle dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Shiba Inu dogs have a higher 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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Bite Strength Rating
Compare bite forces between Bernedoodle, Shiba Inu, and Golden Retriever. Which has the strongest bite?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Bernedoodle bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Shiba Inu bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Golden Retriever bite force: Ordinary.

Bernedoodle vs Shiba Inu vs Golden Retriever Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of Bernedoodle, Shiba Inu, and Golden Retriever. Which breed lives longest?
12-18 years
The average lifespan of Bernedoodle: 15 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Shiba Inu: 13 years
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Golden Retriever: 11 years
Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between Bernedoodle, Shiba Inu, and Golden Retriever. Which handles climate changes best?
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 Shiba Inu can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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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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Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in Bernedoodle, Shiba Inu, and Golden Retriever. Which has fewer health issues?
Bernedoodles are commonly healthy dogs.
The Shiba Inu is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Golden Retrievers are commonly healthy dogs.
Vet Care Frequency
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Rare
The Bernedoodle should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Average
The Shiba Inu 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).
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Bernedoodle vs Shiba Inu vs Golden Retriever? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Bernedoodle vs Shiba Inu vs Golden Retriever health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Eye Problems
Elbow Dysplasia
Skin Diseases
Hip Dysplasia
Patellar Luxation
Allergies
Cancer
Hypothyroidism
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Epilepsy
Glaucoma
Spinning
Chylothorax
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Hypothyroidism
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Von Willebrand's Disease
Bloat
Epilepsy
Elbow Dysplasia
Osteochondrosis Dissecans
Hemangiosarcoma
Osteosarcoma
Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis

Bernedoodle vs Shiba Inu vs Golden Retriever Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating
Compare energy levels between Bernedoodle, Shiba Inu, and Golden Retriever. Which breed is most active?
Bernedoodle dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Shiba Inu dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Golden Retriever dogs are high-energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Bernedoodle vs Shiba Inu vs Golden Retriever exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Bernedoodle or Shiba Inu or Golden Retriever? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Bernedoodle dogs have an average exercise need.
Shiba Inu dogs have an average exercise need.
Golden Retriever dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Bernedoodle or Shiba Inu or Golden Retriever?
Bernedoodle dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Shiba Inu dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Golden Retriever dogs don't need too much sleep.

Bernedoodle vs Shiba Inu vs Golden Retriever Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between Bernedoodle, Shiba Inu, and Golden Retriever. Which is most prone to obesity?
Average: The Bernedoodle has an average risk for obesity.
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Low to Average: The Shiba Inu 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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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between Bernedoodle, Shiba Inu, and Golden Retriever. Which needs most food?
1 to 8 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. Recommended daily amount: 1/2 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.

Bernedoodle vs Shiba Inu vs Golden Retriever Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Bernedoodle, Shiba Inu, and Golden Retriever. Which is best for allergy sufferers?
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between Bernedoodle, Shiba Inu, and Golden Retriever. What colors are available?
Black
Tricolor
Black & White
Brown & Black
Black
Tan
Red
Cream
Sesame
Golden
Light
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between Bernedoodle, Shiba Inu, and Golden Retriever. Which requires most maintenance?
Average: The Bernedoodle requires average grooming effort.
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Easy to groom: The Shiba Inu doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Average: The Golden Retriever requires average grooming effort.
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Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between Bernedoodle, Shiba Inu, and Golden Retriever. Which drools least?
The Bernedoodle is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency.
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The Shiba Inu is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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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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Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between Bernedoodle, Shiba Inu, and Golden Retriever. Which has least natural smell?

Low 🔽

The Bernedoodle has a low chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Shiba Inu has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Golden Retriever has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between Bernedoodle, Shiba Inu, and Golden Retriever. How do their fur characteristics differ?
Curly
Wavy
Straight
Dense Silky
Wavy
Shiny
Straight
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between Bernedoodle, Shiba Inu, and Golden Retriever. Which requires most frequent baths?
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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4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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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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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Bernedoodle or Shiba Inu or Golden Retriever? Bernedoodle or Shiba Inu or {name3 shedding:
Bernedoodle dogs shed none to minimal.
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Shiba Inu dogs shed above average.
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Golden Retriever dogs shed moderately.
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Bernedoodle vs Shiba Inu vs Golden Retriever Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility
Compare child-friendliness between Bernedoodle, Shiba Inu, and Golden Retriever. Which is best with kids?
Bernedoodle dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Shiba Inu dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.
Golden Retriever dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Pet Compatibility
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Bernedoodle dogs are generally with other pets.
Shiba Inu dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Golden Retriever dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Bernedoodle or Shiba Inu or Golden Retriever? Which dog is more friendly?
Bernedoodle dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Shiba Inu dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Golden Retriever dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Bernedoodle or Shiba Inu or Golden Retriever?
Bernedoodle dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Shiba Inu dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Golden Retriever dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Bernedoodle or Shiba Inu or Golden Retriever?
Bernedoodle dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Shiba Inu dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Golden Retriever dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Bernedoodle vs Shiba Inu vs Golden Retriever?
Yes
Bernedoodle dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
No
Shiba Inu dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn 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?
No
Bernedoodle is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Shiba Inu 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?
Bernedoodles are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Shiba Inus are commonly okay with elderly people.
Golden Retrievers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Bernedoodle vs Shiba Inu vs Golden Retriever As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between Bernedoodle, Shiba Inu, and Golden Retriever. Which is best suited for service work?

Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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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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Therapy Work Suitability
Compare therapy dog potential between Bernedoodle, Shiba Inu, and Golden Retriever. Which excels in therapy work?

Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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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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Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between Bernedoodle, Shiba Inu, and Golden Retriever. Which has best nose work ability?

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 & Rescue Potential
Compare search and rescue potential between Bernedoodle, Shiba Inu, and Golden Retriever. Which is best for SAR work?

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.
Maritime Work Ability
Compare boating aptitude between Bernedoodle, Shiba Inu, and Golden Retriever. Which is best suited for water work?

Not really

Bernedoodle breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Shiba Inu 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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Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between Bernedoodle, Shiba Inu, and Golden Retriever. Which is best for draft work?

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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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Military Service Background
Compare military service history of Bernedoodle, Shiba Inu, and Golden Retriever. Which has most military use?

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.

Bernedoodle vs Shiba Inu vs Golden Retriever Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of Bernedoodle, Shiba Inu, and Golden Retriever. Which has most puppies?
3-10 puppies 2-4 puppies 5-10 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of Bernedoodle, Shiba Inu, and Golden Retriever. Any breeding differences?
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Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between Bernedoodle, Shiba Inu, and Golden Retriever. What's recommended?

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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Bernedoodle vs Shiba Inu vs Golden Retriever Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for Bernedoodle, Shiba Inu, and Golden Retriever. How are they classified?
Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1992 as a Non-Sporting breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1925 as a Sporting breed.
FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for Bernedoodle, Shiba Inu, and Golden Retriever. How are they classified internationally?
Not recognized by FCI. Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Asian Spitz and related breeds section. Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Retrievers section.
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of Bernedoodle, Shiba Inu, and Golden Retriever. Which has most recognition?
American Canine Hybrid Club
Designer Breed Registry
Designer Dogs Kennel Club
American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
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

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