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Boston Terrier vs Golden Retriever vs Polish Lowland Sheepdog Comparison - Dog breed selector: American Gentlemen or Golden Flat Coat or Nizinny? Find the right dog for you

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Name Boston Terrier Golden Retriever Polish Lowland Sheepdog
OriginsUnited States flagUnited States Scotland flagScotland Poland flagPoland
Group Companion Dogs Gun Dog Pastoral / Herding Dogs
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
American Gentlemen
Boston Bull Terrier
Boxwood
Boston Bull
Golden Flat Coat
Yellow Retriever
Nizinny
Valee Sheepdog
Polski Owczarek Nizinny
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Boston Terrier vs Golden Retriever vs Polish Lowland Sheepdog breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Boston Terrier vs Golden Retriever vs Polish Lowland Sheepdog Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Boston Terrier or Golden Retriever or Polish Lowland Sheepdog? Which is the smallest dog, Boston Terrier or Golden Retriever or Polish Lowland Sheepdog?
Small Large Medium
Weight
Which is heavier, Boston Terrier or Golden Retriever or Golden Retriever? Boston Terrier vs Golden Retriever vs Polish Lowland Sheepdog weight comparison:
10-25 pounds (6-11kg) Male: 60-80 pounds (27-36 kg), Female: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg) 30-50 pounds (14-23 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
17.5 pounds (8.5 kg) Male: 70 pounds (31.5 kg), Female: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg) 40 pounds (18.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Boston Terrier or Golden Retriever or Polish Lowland Sheepdog? Boston Terrier vs Golden Retriever vs Polish Lowland Sheepdog height comparison:
15-17 inches (38-43 cm) Male: 22-24 inches (56-61cm), Female: 20-22 inches (51-56 cm) 16-20 inches (41-51 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
16 inches (40.5 cm) Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 21 inches (53.5 cm) 18 inches (46 cm)

Boston Terrier vs Golden Retriever vs Polish Lowland Sheepdog Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Boston Terrier or Golden Retriever or Polish Lowland Sheepdog? Which is more expensive?
$600-$800 $1000-$2000 $1500-$2000
Availability
Which is easier to get, Boston Terrier or Golden Retriever or Polish Lowland Sheepdog?
Very frequent: The Boston Terrier is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Golden Retriever is quite easy to get.
Frequent: The Polish Lowland Sheepdog is easier than average to get.

Boston Terrier vs Golden Retriever vs Polish Lowland Sheepdog Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Boston Terrier vs Golden Retriever vs Polish Lowland Sheepdog intelligence:
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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Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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Trainability
Boston Terrier vs Golden Retriever vs Polish Lowland Sheepdog trainability comparison.
Boston Terrier dogs are quite easy to train.
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Golden Retriever dogs are easy to train.
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Polish Lowland Sheepdog dogs are quite easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Boston Terrier or Golden Retriever or Polish Lowland Sheepdog?
Boston Terrier dogs are average watchdogs.
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Golden Retriever dogs are average watchdogs.
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Polish Lowland Sheepdog dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Boston Terrier or Golden Retriever or Polish Lowland Sheepdog? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Boston Terrier dogs are average defenders.
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Golden Retriever dogs are average defenders.
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Polish Lowland Sheepdog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Boston Terrier vs Golden Retriever vs Polish Lowland Sheepdog Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Boston Terrier or Golden Retriever or Polish Lowland Sheepdog? Boston Terrier vs Golden Retriever vs Polish Lowland Sheepdog behavior/temperament comparison:
Playful
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Aggressive
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Reliable
Kind
Trustworthy
Agile
Lively
Outright
Tempered
Selfish
Confidence
Perceptive
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
Sensitive: Boston Terrier dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Golden Retriever dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Boston Terrier vs Golden Retriever vs Polish Lowland Sheepdog?
High: Boston Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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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: Polish Lowland Sheepdog dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Boston Terrier vs Golden Retriever vs Polish Lowland Sheepdog social needs comparison:
Boston Terrier dogs are a social breed.
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Golden Retriever dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Polish Lowland Sheepdog dogs are a social breed.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Boston Terrier dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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Golden Retriever dogs tend to escape less than other breeds.
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Polish Lowland Sheepdog dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Boston Terrier dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals.
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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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Polish Lowland Sheepdog 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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Boston Terrier vs Golden Retriever vs Polish Lowland Sheepdog Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Boston Terrier vs Golden Retriever vs Polish Lowland Sheepdog playfulness comparison:
Average: Boston Terriers, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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The Golden Retriever is a highly playful breed.
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The Polish Lowland Sheepdog is a playful breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Boston Terrier vs Golden Retriever vs Polish Lowland Sheepdog?
Low to Average: The Boston Terrier rarely barks.
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Low to Average: The Golden Retriever rarely barks.
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Average: The Polish Lowland Sheepdog barks occasionally.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Boston Terrier or Golden Retriever or Polish Lowland Sheepdog?
Very house-friendly dog the Boston Terrier 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 Polish Lowland Sheepdog indoors.

Boston Terrier vs Golden Retriever vs Polish Lowland Sheepdog Adaptability and Independence Comparison

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

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Boston Terrier or Golden Retriever or Polish Lowland Sheepdog?

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Boston Terrier bite force: Weak.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Golden Retriever bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

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

Moderate

The Boston Terrier has an average chance of biting somebody.

Moderate

The Golden Retriever has an average chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Polish Lowland Sheepdog has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Boston Terrier vs Golden Retriever vs Polish Lowland Sheepdog mouthiness comparison:
Boston Terrier 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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Polish Lowland Sheepdog dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Boston Terrier vs Golden Retriever vs Polish Lowland Sheepdog Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Boston Terrier vs Golden Retriever vs Polish Lowland Sheepdog health comparison. Which is the healthier: Boston Terrier vs Golden Retriever vs Polish Lowland Sheepdog?
The Boston Terrier is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Golden Retrievers are commonly healthy dogs.
Polish Lowland Sheepdogs tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Boston Terrier vs Golden Retriever vs Polish Lowland Sheepdog? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Boston Terrier vs Golden Retriever vs Polish Lowland Sheepdog health problems comparison:
Cataracts
Heart Murmurs
Patellar Luxation
Allergies
Deafness
Cherry Eye
Brain Tumors
Megaesophagus
Reverse Sneezing
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Hypothyroidism
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Von Willebrand's Disease
Bloat
Epilepsy
Elbow Dysplasia
Osteochondrosis Dissecans
Hemangiosarcoma
Osteosarcoma
Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis
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Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Average
The Boston Terrier 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).
Frequent
The Polish Lowland Sheepdog should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Life Expectancy
Boston Terrier vs Golden Retriever vs Polish Lowland Sheepdog lifespan comparison. How long do Boston Terrier, Golden Retriever and Polish Lowland Sheepdog breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Boston Terrier: 13 years
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Golden Retriever: 11 years
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Polish Lowland Sheepdog: 11 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Boston Terrier vs Golden Retriever vs Polish Lowland Sheepdog?
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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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 Polish Lowland Sheepdog can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Boston Terrier vs Golden Retriever vs Polish Lowland Sheepdog Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Boston Terrier vs Golden Retriever vs Polish Lowland Sheepdog Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Boston Terrier or Golden Retriever or Polish Lowland Sheepdog?
0.5 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. 1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three meals.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Boston Terrier vs Golden Retriever vs Polish Lowland Sheepdog weight gain potential comparison:
Average: The Boston Terrier has an 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 Polish Lowland Sheepdog has an average risk for obesity.
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Boston Terrier vs Golden Retriever vs Polish Lowland Sheepdog Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Boston Terrier vs Golden Retriever vs Polish Lowland Sheepdog coat comparison:
Fine Silky
Wavy
Shiny
Straight
Fluffy
Shaggy
Colors
What are the original Boston Terrier, Golden Retriever and Polish Lowland Sheepdog color?
Black
White
Brindle
Seal
Golden
Light
Black
Gray
White
Brown
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Boston Terrier or Golden Retriever or Polish Lowland Sheepdog? Boston Terrier vs Golden Retriever vs Polish Lowland Sheepdog grooming comparison:
Effortless: The Boston Terrier requires minimal grooming.
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Average: The Golden Retriever requires average grooming effort.
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Advanced: The Polish Lowland Sheepdog requires a lot of grooming.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Boston Terrier or Golden Retriever or Polish Lowland Sheepdog? Boston Terrier or Golden Retriever or {name3 shedding:
Boston Terrier dogs shed moderately.
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Golden Retriever dogs shed moderately.
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Polish Lowland Sheepdog dogs shed none to minimal.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Boston Terrier or Golden Retriever or Polish Lowland Sheepdog?
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
Boston Terrier vs Golden Retriever vs Polish Lowland Sheepdog 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, Boston Terrier vs Golden Retriever vs Polish Lowland Sheepdog?

Medium

The Boston Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Golden Retriever has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Polish Lowland Sheepdog has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?
The Boston Terrier 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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The Polish Lowland Sheepdog is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Boston Terrier vs Golden Retriever vs Polish Lowland Sheepdog Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Boston Terrier dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Golden Retriever dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Polish Lowland Sheepdog dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Boston Terrier or Golden Retriever or Polish Lowland Sheepdog? Which dog is more friendly?
Boston Terrier dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Golden Retriever dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Polish Lowland Sheepdog dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Boston Terrier or Golden Retriever or Polish Lowland Sheepdog?
Boston Terrier dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Golden Retriever dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Polish Lowland Sheepdog dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Boston Terrier or Golden Retriever or Polish Lowland Sheepdog?
Boston Terrier dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Golden Retriever dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Polish Lowland Sheepdog dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Boston Terrier or Golden Retriever or Polish Lowland Sheepdog?
Boston Terrier dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Golden Retriever dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Polish Lowland Sheepdog dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Boston Terrier vs Golden Retriever vs Polish Lowland Sheepdog?
Yes
Boston Terrier 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
Polish Lowland Sheepdog dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
Boston Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Yes
Golden Retriever is one of the best dog breeds for office environment
No
Polish Lowland Sheepdog is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
Boston Terriers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Golden Retrievers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Polish Lowland Sheepdogs are usually recommended for elderly people.

Boston Terrier vs Golden Retriever vs Polish Lowland Sheepdog 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: Boston Terrier or Golden Retriever or Polish Lowland Sheepdog? 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: Boston Terrier vs Golden Retriever vs Polish Lowland Sheepdog?

Not really

Boston Terrier 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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Not really

Polish Lowland Sheepdog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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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.
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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.

Boston Terrier vs Golden Retriever vs Polish Lowland Sheepdog 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 Boston Terrier and Golden Retriever and Polish Lowland Sheepdog have?
3-5 puppies 5-10 puppies 2-6 puppies

Boston Terrier vs Golden Retriever vs Polish Lowland Sheepdog Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1893 as a Non-Sporting breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1925 as a Sporting breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2001 as a Herding breed.
FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI?
Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Small Molossian type Dogs section. Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Retrievers section. Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section.
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
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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