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Name	Bernese Mountain Dog	Goldador	Boston Boxer
Origins	Switzerland	England Scotland Canada	United States Germany
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Berner Bernese Cattle Dog Berner Sennenhund	Golden Lab Golden Labrador Retriever	No data available
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Bernese Mountain Dog vs Goldador vs Boston Boxer breed type comparison:	Purebred	Cross Breed	Cross Breed

Bernese Mountain Dog vs Goldador vs Boston Boxer Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Bernese Mountain Dog or Goldador or Boston Boxer? Which is the smallest dog, Bernese Mountain Dog or Goldador or Boston Boxer?	Large	Small Large	Large Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Bernese Mountain Dog or Goldador or Goldador? Bernese Mountain Dog vs Goldador vs Boston Boxer weight comparison:	Male: 85-110 pounds (38–50 kg), Female: 80-105 pounds (36–48 kg)	60-75 pounds (27-32 kg) 7-9 pounds (3-4 kg)	Male: 30-60 pounds (13-27 kg), Female: 25-55 pounds (11-25 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 97.5 pounds (38–50 kg), Female: 92.5 pounds (36–48 kg)	67.5 pounds (29.5 kg)	Male: 45 pounds (20 kg), Female: 40 pounds (18 kg)
Height Which is taller, Bernese Mountain Dog or Goldador or Boston Boxer? Bernese Mountain Dog vs Goldador vs Boston Boxer height comparison:	Male: 24-28 inches (61–71 cm), Female: 23-27 inches (58–69 cm)	22-24 inches (56-61 cm)	Male: 22-25 inches (56-63 cm), Female: 21-24 inches (53-61 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 26 inches (61–71 cm), Female: 25 inches (58–69 cm)	23 inches (58.5 cm)	Male: 23.5 inches (59.5 cm), Female: 22.5 inches (57 cm)

Bernese Mountain Dog vs Goldador vs Boston Boxer Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Bernese Mountain Dog or Goldador or Boston Boxer? Which is more expensive?	$800-$1000	$500-$1000	$600-$1200
Availability Which is easier to get, Bernese Mountain Dog or Goldador or Boston Boxer?	Very frequent: The Bernese Mountain Dog is quite easy to get.	Average: The Goldador is a commonly available dog breed.	Very frequent: The Boston Boxer is quite easy to get.

Bernese Mountain Dog vs Goldador vs Boston Boxer Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Bernese Mountain Dog vs Goldador vs Boston Boxer intelligence:	Very smart: Bernese Mountain Dog is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Outstanding: Goldador is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.
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Trainability Bernese Mountain Dog vs Goldador vs Boston Boxer trainability comparison.	Bernese Mountain Dog dogs are easy to train. See more.	Goldador dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Boston Boxer dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Bernese Mountain Dog or Goldador or Boston Boxer?	Bernese Mountain Dog dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Goldador dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Boston Boxer dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Bernese Mountain Dog or Goldador or Boston Boxer? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Bernese Mountain Dog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Goldador dogs are average defenders. See more.	Boston Boxer dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
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Bernese Mountain Dog vs Goldador vs Boston Boxer Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Bernese Mountain Dog or Goldador or Boston Boxer? Bernese Mountain Dog vs Goldador vs Boston Boxer behavior/temperament comparison:	Intelligent Affectionate Loyal Faithful	Active Energetic Loyal Gentle Good-natured Easygoing	Playful Energetic Intelligent Confident Friendly Affectionate Loyal Lively Gentle Aggressive Fearless Brave Bright
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Goldador dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	Sensitive: Boston Boxer 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: Bernese Mountain Dog vs Goldador vs Boston Boxer?	Average: Bernese Mountain Dog dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	High: Goldador dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Boston Boxer dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Goldador vs Boston Boxer social needs comparison:	Bernese Mountain Dog dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Goldador dogs are a social breed. See more.	Boston Boxer dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Bernese Mountain Dog dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Goldador is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Boston Boxer is strong enough to escape from home. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Bernese Mountain Dog dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Their prey drive is low. See more.	Boston Boxer 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

Bernese Mountain Dog vs Goldador vs Boston Boxer Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Bernese Mountain Dog vs Goldador vs Boston Boxer playfulness comparison:	Average: Bernese Mountain Dogs, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Goldador is a playful breed. See more.	The Boston Boxer is a playful breed. See more.
Most Playful Dog Breeds
Barking Which dog barks more/less: Bernese Mountain Dog vs Goldador vs Boston Boxer?	Average: The Bernese Mountain Dog barks occasionally. See more.	Low: The Goldador barks none to minimal. See more.	Low to Average: The Boston Boxer 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 Bernese Mountain Dog or Goldador or Boston Boxer?	It is not recommended to keep the Bernese Mountain Dog breed in the home.	It is not recommended to keep the Goldador breed in the home.	Very house-friendly dog the Boston Boxer breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Bernese Mountain Dog vs Goldador vs Boston Boxer Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Average: Bernese Mountain Dog dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Goldador dogs don't adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Boston Boxer dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Bernese Mountain Dog or Goldador or Boston Boxer?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Goldador 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.	Boston Boxer dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Bernese Mountain Dog vs Goldador vs Boston Boxer Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Bernese Mountain Dog or Goldador or Boston Boxer?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Bernese Mountain Dog bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Goldador bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Boston Boxer 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 Bernese Mountain Dog has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Goldador has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Boston Boxer has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Bernese Mountain Dog vs Goldador vs Boston Boxer mouthiness comparison:	Bernese Mountain Dog dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Goldador dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Boston Boxer dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Bernese Mountain Dog vs Goldador vs Boston Boxer Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Bernese Mountain Dog vs Goldador vs Boston Boxer health comparison. Which is the healthier: Bernese Mountain Dog vs Goldador vs Boston Boxer?	Very healthy dog breed.	The Goldador is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Boston Boxer 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: Bernese Mountain Dog vs Goldador vs Boston Boxer? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Bernese Mountain Dog vs Goldador vs Boston Boxer health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Cancer Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Bloat Elbow Dysplasia Panosteitis Portosystemic Liver Shunt	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Elbow Dysplasia Diabetes	Cataracts Heart Murmurs Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Allergies Cancer Hypothyroidism Bloat Deafness Cherry Eye Demodectic Mange Brain Tumors Megaesophagus Reverse Sneezing Aortic Stenosis Boxer Cardiomyopathy Corneal Dystrophy
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Rare The Bernese Mountain Dog should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Average The Goldador should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Boston Boxer should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Bernese Mountain Dog vs Goldador vs Boston Boxer lifespan comparison. How long do Bernese Mountain Dog, Goldador and Boston Boxer breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	7-11 years The average lifespan of Bernese Mountain Dog: 9 years	9-15 years The average lifespan of Goldador: 12 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Boston Boxer: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Bernese Mountain Dog vs Goldador vs Boston Boxer?	Prefers cold weather The Bernese Mountain Dog can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also 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.

Bernese Mountain Dog vs Goldador vs Boston Boxer Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Bernese Mountain Dog vs Goldador vs Boston Boxer Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Bernese Mountain Dog or Goldador or Boston Boxer?	6 to 8 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	5 to 6 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	Recommended daily amount: 2 to 3 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? Bernese Mountain Dog vs Goldador vs Boston Boxer weight gain potential comparison:	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Bernese Mountain Dog's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average: The Goldador has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Boston Boxer's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Bernese Mountain Dog vs Goldador vs Boston Boxer Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Bernese Mountain Dog vs Goldador vs Boston Boxer coat comparison:	Dense	Soft Dense Undercoat	Fine Waterproof
Colors What are the original Bernese Mountain Dog, Goldador and Boston Boxer color?	Black White	Yellow Gold Reddish Gold	Black White Fawn Brindle Seal
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Bernese Mountain Dog or Goldador or Boston Boxer? Bernese Mountain Dog vs Goldador vs Boston Boxer grooming comparison:	Average: The Bernese Mountain Dog requires average grooming effort. See more.	Advanced: The Goldador requires a lot of grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Boston Boxer requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Bernese Mountain Dog or Goldador or Boston Boxer? Bernese Mountain Dog or Goldador or {name3 shedding:	Bernese Mountain Dog dogs shed above average. See more.	Goldador dogs shed moderately. See more.	Boston Boxer 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: Bernese Mountain Dog or Goldador or Boston Boxer?	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. 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.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Hypoallergenic Bernese Mountain Dog vs Goldador vs Boston Boxer hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	Yes No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Bernese Mountain Dog vs Goldador vs Boston Boxer?	Medium ⏺ The Bernese Mountain Dog has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Goldador has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Boston Boxer has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Bernese Mountain Dog 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 Goldador is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The Boston Boxer is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.

Bernese Mountain Dog vs Goldador vs Boston Boxer Good With Comparison

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

Bernese Mountain Dog vs Goldador vs Boston Boxer As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Yes This breed makes good 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: Bernese Mountain Dog or Goldador or Boston Boxer? 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.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a 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.	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: Bernese Mountain Dog vs Goldador vs Boston Boxer?	Not really Bernese Mountain Dog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Yes Goldador breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Not really Boston Boxer 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?	Yes 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.	Yes 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.

Bernese Mountain Dog vs Goldador vs Boston Boxer 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 Bernese Mountain Dog and Goldador and Boston Boxer have?	1-14 puppies, average 8	5-10 puppies	2-10 puppies, average 6
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Bernese Mountain Dog vs Goldador vs Boston Boxer Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1937 as a Working breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Swiss Mountain- and Cattledogs section.	Not recognized by FCI.	Not recognized by FCI.
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 United Kennel Club Canadian Canine Registry	Not recognized by any clubs.	No data available

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