Borador vs Golden Retriever Comparison – Which dog is better Border Collie Lab or Golden Flat Coat?

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Name	Borador	Golden Retriever
Origins	United States	Scotland
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Group	Designer Dogs	Gun Dog
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Common Names & Aliases Compare different names used for Borador and Golden Retriever. What other names are these breeds known by?	Border Collie Lab Border Lab	Golden Flat Coat Yellow Retriever
Breed Classification Compare breed classifications between a Borador and a Golden Retriever. Learn about their genetic backgrounds.	Cross Breed	Purebred

Borador vs Golden Retriever Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Which is bigger: a Borador or a Golden Retriever? Compare size differences between these breeds.	Large	Large
Weight Statistics Compare weight ranges between a Borador and a Golden Retriever. Which breed is heavier?	40-65 pounds (18-30 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?	52.5 pounds (24 kg)	Male: 70 pounds (31.5 kg), Female: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Borador or Golden Retriever? Is a Borador taller than a Golden Retriever?	19-24 inches (48-61 cm)	Male: 22-24 inches (56-61cm), Female: 20-22 inches (51-56 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	21.5 inches (54.5 cm)	Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 21 inches (53.5 cm)

Borador vs Golden Retriever Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy prices between a Borador and a Golden Retriever. Which breed costs more?	$200-$500	$1000-$2000
Availability Which is easier to get, Borador or Golden Retriever?	Average: The Borador is a commonly available dog breed.	Very frequent: The Golden Retriever is quite easy to get.

Borador vs Golden Retriever Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Which is smarter: a Borador or a Golden Retriever? Compare intelligence rankings and learning abilities.	Very smart: Borador is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Outstanding: Golden Retriever is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Training Difficulty Which is easier to train: a Borador or a Golden Retriever? Compare training requirements.	Borador dogs are quite 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 Rating Which makes a better watchdog: a Borador or a Golden Retriever? Compare alertness levels.	Borador dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Golden Retriever dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Which is more protective: a Borador or a Golden Retriever? Compare territorial behaviors.	Borador dogs are average defenders. See more.	Golden Retriever dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Borador vs Golden Retriever Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits Compare personalities of a Borador and a Golden Retriever. How do their temperaments differ?	Active Curious Energetic Outgoing Gentle Eager Smart	Intelligent Confident Friendly Reliable Kind Trustworthy
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Borador vs Golden Retriever?	Borador dogs are less 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: Borador vs Golden Retriever?	High: Borador 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 Borador vs Golden Retriever social needs comparison:	Borador dogs are a social breed. 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? What's the difference between Borador vs Golden Retriever?	Borador 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? What's the difference between Borador vs Golden Retriever? Which can be better for hunting?	Borador 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.	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

Borador vs Golden Retriever Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Which breed barks more: a Borador or a Golden Retriever? Compare vocalization tendencies.	Low to Average: The Borador rarely barks. 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
Playful Nature Which breed is more playful: a Borador or a Golden Retriever? Compare play drive and energy.	The Borador is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Golden Retriever is a highly playful breed. See more.
Most Playful Dog Breeds
Apartment Adaptability Which is better for apartments: a Borador or a Golden Retriever? Compare living space needs.	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 Borador indoors.	It is not recommended to keep the Golden Retriever breed in the home.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Borador vs Golden Retriever Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Which adapts better to changes: a Borador or a Golden Retriever? Compare adaptability levels.	Average: Borador 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.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Borador or Golden Retriever?	Borador 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.	Golden Retriever dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Borador vs Golden Retriever Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Which has lower bite risk: a Borador or a Golden Retriever? Compare biting tendencies.	Low 🔽 The Borador has a low chance of biting somebody.	Moderate ⏺ The Golden Retriever has an average chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Which is more mouthy: a Borador or a Golden Retriever? Compare mouthing behaviors.	Borador dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Golden Retriever dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.
Bite Strength Rating Which has a stronger bite: a Borador or a Golden Retriever? Compare bite force PSI.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Borador 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

Borador vs Golden Retriever Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Which lives longer: a Borador or a Golden Retriever? Compare average lifespans.	9-15 years The average lifespan of Borador: 12 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Golden Retriever: 11 years
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Climate Tolerance Which handles weather better: a Borador or a Golden Retriever? Compare climate tolerances.	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.
Health Concerns Compare common health issues between a Borador and a Golden Retriever. Which breed is healthier?	The Borador is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Golden Retrievers are commonly healthy dogs.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Borador vs Golden Retriever?	Average The Borador 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).
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Borador vs Golden Retriever? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Borador vs Golden Retriever health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Hypothyroidism Eye Problems Elbow Dysplasia	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Allergies Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Bloat Epilepsy Elbow Dysplasia Osteochondrosis Dissecans Hemangiosarcoma Osteosarcoma Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis

Borador vs Golden Retriever Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Which breed is more energetic: a Borador or a Golden Retriever? Compare activity levels.	Borador 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 Borador vs Golden Retriever exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Borador or Golden Retriever? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Borador dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Golden Retriever dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Borador or Golden Retriever?	Borador 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

Borador vs Golden Retriever Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Which gains weight easier: a Borador or a Golden Retriever? Compare obesity risks.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Borador's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	High: The Golden Retriever breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity
Food Consumption Which eats more: a Borador or a Golden Retriever? Compare daily food needs.	4 to 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.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot

Borador vs Golden Retriever Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Which is more hypoallergenic: a Borador or a Golden Retriever? Compare allergy friendliness.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Coat Colors What color variations exist for Borador and Golden Retriever? Compare breed colors.	Black Tan White Brown	Golden Light
Grooming Requirements Which needs more grooming: a Borador or a Golden Retriever? Compare maintenance needs.	Average: The Borador requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The Golden Retriever requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Drooling Tendency Which drools more: a Borador or a Golden Retriever? Compare drooling amounts.	The Borador is an average drooler. 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.
Stinkiness Rating Which has less odor: a Borador or a Golden Retriever? Compare natural smell levels.	Low 🔽 The Borador has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Golden Retriever has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics How do coats differ between a Borador and a Golden Retriever? Compare fur types.	Short Medium	Silky Wavy Shiny Straight
Bathing Needs Which needs more baths: a Borador or a Golden Retriever? Compare bathing frequencies.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	2-3 weeks Frequent. This breed has high-maintenance hair and may require a bath every 2-3 weeks. See more.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Borador or Golden Retriever? Do Borador dogs shed more than Golden Retriever dogs?	Borador dogs shed above average. See more.	Golden Retriever dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most

Borador vs Golden Retriever Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Which is better with children: a Borador or a Golden Retriever? Compare kid-friendliness.	Borador dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Golden Retriever dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Borador dogs are generally with other pets.	Golden Retriever dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Borador or Golden Retriever? Which dog is more friendly?	Borador dogs are 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
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Borador or Golden Retriever?	Borador dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Golden Retriever dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Borador or Golden Retriever? Can a Borador and a Golden Retriever be friends? Do Borador dogs get along with Golden Retriever dogs?	Borador dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Golden Retriever dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: Borador vs Golden Retriever?	Yes Borador 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 Borador is one of the best dog breeds 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?	Boradors are usually recommended for elderly people.	Golden Retrievers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Borador vs Golden Retriever As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Which makes a better service dog: a Borador or a Golden Retriever? Compare service capabilities.	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 Work Suitability Which is better for therapy work: a Borador or a Golden Retriever? Compare therapy capabilities.	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
Scent Detection Ability Which is better at detection work: a Borador or a Golden Retriever? Compare scenting abilities.	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 Which is better for search and rescue: a Borador or a Golden Retriever? Compare SAR abilities.	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 Which is better on boats: a Borador or a Golden Retriever? Compare maritime abilities.	Not really Borador breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Yes Golden Retriever breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Which is better at pulling: a Borador or a Golden Retriever? Compare draft work capabilities.	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.
Military Service Background Compare military history between Borador and Golden Retriever. Which has stronger military background?	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.

Borador vs Golden Retriever Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare litter sizes between Borador and Golden Retriever. Which has larger litters?	4-10 puppies	5-10 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare pregnancy duration between Borador and Golden Retriever breeds.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding frequencies between Borador and Golden Retriever. Which needs longer recovery?	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.

Borador vs Golden Retriever Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC classifications of Borador and Golden Retriever. Which groups do they belong to?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1925 as a Sporting breed.
FCI Classification Compare FCI classifications of Borador and Golden Retriever. Which groups are they in?	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Retrievers section.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare kennel club recognition between Borador and Golden Retriever. Which is more widely recognized?	Not recognized by any clubs.	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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