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Name	Boykin Spaniel	Golden Retriever	Siberian Husky
Origins	United States	Scotland	Russia
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Group	Gun Dog	Gun Dog	Sled Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Swamp Poodle Boykin	Golden Flat Coat Yellow Retriever	Chuksha Husky Icee Sibe Chukcha
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Boykin Spaniel vs Golden Retriever vs Siberian Husky breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Boykin Spaniel vs Golden Retriever vs Siberian Husky Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Boykin Spaniel or Golden Retriever or Siberian Husky? Which is the smallest dog, Boykin Spaniel or Golden Retriever or Siberian Husky?	Medium	Large	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Boykin Spaniel or Golden Retriever or Golden Retriever? Boykin Spaniel vs Golden Retriever vs Siberian Husky weight comparison:	25-40 pounds (11-18 kg)	Male: 60-80 pounds (27-36 kg), Female: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg)	Male: 45–60 pounds (20–27 kg), Female: 35–50 pounds (16–23 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	32.5 pounds (14.5 kg)	Male: 70 pounds (31.5 kg), Female: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg)	Male: 45–60 pounds (20–27 kg), Female: 35–50 pounds (16–23 kg)
Height Which is taller, Boykin Spaniel or Golden Retriever or Siberian Husky? Boykin Spaniel vs Golden Retriever vs Siberian Husky height comparison:	15-18 inches (38-46 cm)	Male: 22-24 inches (56-61cm), Female: 20-22 inches (51-56 cm)	Male: 21–24 inches (53–61 cm), Female: 20–22 inches (51–56 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	16.5 inches (42 cm)	Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 21 inches (53.5 cm)	Male: 21–24 inches (53–61 cm), Female: 20–22 inches (51–56 cm)

Boykin Spaniel vs Golden Retriever vs Siberian Husky Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Boykin Spaniel or Golden Retriever or Siberian Husky? Which is more expensive?	$800-$1000	$1000-$2000	$700-$1200
Availability Which is easier to get, Boykin Spaniel or Golden Retriever or Siberian Husky?	Very frequent: The Boykin Spaniel is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Golden Retriever is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Siberian Husky is quite easy to get.

Boykin Spaniel vs Golden Retriever vs Siberian Husky Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Boykin Spaniel vs Golden Retriever vs Siberian Husky intelligence:	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Outstanding: Golden Retriever 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 Boykin Spaniel vs Golden Retriever vs Siberian Husky trainability comparison.	Boykin Spaniel dogs are easy to train. See more.	Golden Retriever dogs are easy to train. See more.	Siberian Husky dogs are hard to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Boykin Spaniel or Golden Retriever or Siberian Husky?	Boykin Spaniel dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Golden Retriever dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Siberian Husky dogs are not the best choice if you want a good watchdog. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Boykin Spaniel or Golden Retriever or Siberian Husky? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Boykin Spaniel dogs are average defenders. See more.	Golden Retriever dogs are average defenders. See more.	Siberian Husky dogs can't provide protection for their territory. See more.
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Boykin Spaniel vs Golden Retriever vs Siberian Husky Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Boykin Spaniel or Golden Retriever or Siberian Husky? Boykin Spaniel vs Golden Retriever vs Siberian Husky behavior/temperament comparison:	Energetic Intelligent Friendly Trainable Eager Companionable	Intelligent Confident Friendly Reliable Kind Trustworthy	Alert Intelligent Friendly Outgoing Gentle
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Golden Retriever dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Boykin Spaniel vs Golden Retriever vs Siberian Husky?	High: Boykin Spaniel 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.	High: Siberian Husky dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Boykin Spaniel vs Golden Retriever vs Siberian Husky social needs comparison:	Boykin Spaniel dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Golden Retriever dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Siberian Husky dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	The wanderlust potential of the Boykin Spaniel is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Golden Retriever dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Siberian Husky dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Boykin Spaniel dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.	Golden Retriever dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen. See more.	Siberian Husky 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

Boykin Spaniel vs Golden Retriever vs Siberian Husky Activity and Playfulness Comparison

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

Boykin Spaniel vs Golden Retriever vs Siberian Husky Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Boykin Spaniel 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.	Siberian Husky dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Boykin Spaniel or Golden Retriever or Siberian Husky?	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.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Boykin Spaniel vs Golden Retriever vs Siberian Husky Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Boykin Spaniel vs Golden Retriever vs Siberian Husky Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Boykin Spaniel vs Golden Retriever vs Siberian Husky health comparison. Which is the healthier: Boykin Spaniel vs Golden Retriever vs Siberian Husky?	The Boykin Spaniel is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Golden Retrievers are commonly healthy dogs.	The Siberian Husky is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Boykin Spaniel vs Golden Retriever vs Siberian Husky? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Boykin Spaniel vs Golden Retriever vs Siberian Husky health problems comparison:	Hypothyroidism Heart Problems Elbow Dysplasia Heart Disease Cushing's Syndrome	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Allergies Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Bloat Epilepsy Elbow Dysplasia Osteochondrosis Dissecans Hemangiosarcoma Osteosarcoma Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis	Cataracts Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Corneal Dystrophy
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Boykin Spaniel 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).	Average The Siberian Husky should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy Boykin Spaniel vs Golden Retriever vs Siberian Husky lifespan comparison. How long do Boykin Spaniel, Golden Retriever and Siberian Husky breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	14-16 years The average lifespan of Boykin Spaniel: 15 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Golden Retriever: 11 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Siberian Husky: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Boykin Spaniel vs Golden Retriever vs Siberian Husky?	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.	Prefers cold weather The Siberian Husky can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Boykin Spaniel vs Golden Retriever vs Siberian Husky Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Boykin Spaniel or Golden Retriever or Siberian Husky? Boykin Spaniel vs Golden Retriever vs Siberian Husky energy level comparison:	Boykin Spaniel dogs are high-energy dogs.	Golden Retriever dogs are high-energy dogs.	Siberian Husky dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Boykin Spaniel vs Golden Retriever vs Siberian Husky exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Boykin Spaniel or Golden Retriever or Siberian Husky? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Boykin Spaniel dogs need a lot of exercises.	Golden Retriever dogs need a lot of exercises.	Siberian Husky dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Boykin Spaniel or Golden Retriever or Siberian Husky?	Boykin Spaniel dogs don't need too much sleep.	Golden Retriever dogs don't need too much sleep.	Siberian Husky dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Boykin Spaniel vs Golden Retriever vs Siberian Husky Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Boykin Spaniel or Golden Retriever or Siberian Husky?	2 to 3 cups of a high-quality dog food a day.	3 to 4 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	Recommended daily amount: 2.5 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? Boykin Spaniel vs Golden Retriever vs Siberian Husky weight gain potential comparison:	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Boykin Spaniel's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	High: The Golden Retriever breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	Low to Average: The Siberian Husky has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Boykin Spaniel vs Golden Retriever vs Siberian Husky Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Boykin Spaniel vs Golden Retriever vs Siberian Husky coat comparison:	Feathered	Silky Wavy Shiny Straight	Fluffy
Colors What are the original Boykin Spaniel, Golden Retriever and Siberian Husky color?	Brown	Golden Light	Black Gray Red White Sable Agouti
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Boykin Spaniel or Golden Retriever or Siberian Husky? Boykin Spaniel vs Golden Retriever vs Siberian Husky grooming comparison:	Average: The Boykin Spaniel requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The Golden Retriever requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The Siberian Husky requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Boykin Spaniel or Golden Retriever or Siberian Husky? Boykin Spaniel or Golden Retriever or {name3 shedding:	Boykin Spaniel dogs shed moderately. See more.	Golden Retriever dogs shed moderately. See more.	Siberian Husky dogs shed above average. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Boykin Spaniel or Golden Retriever or Siberian Husky?	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.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Hypoallergenic Boykin Spaniel vs Golden Retriever vs Siberian Husky hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Boykin Spaniel vs Golden Retriever vs Siberian Husky?	Medium ⏺ The Boykin Spaniel has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Golden Retriever has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Siberian Husky has a low chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Boykin Spaniel is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Golden Retriever drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed. See more.	The Siberian Husky is an average drooler. See more.

Boykin Spaniel vs Golden Retriever vs Siberian Husky Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Boykin Spaniel dogs are generally with other pets.	Golden Retriever dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Siberian Husky dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Boykin Spaniel or Golden Retriever or Siberian Husky? Which dog is more friendly?	Boykin Spaniel dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Golden Retriever dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	Siberian Husky dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Boykin Spaniel or Golden Retriever or Siberian Husky?	Boykin Spaniel dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Golden Retriever dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Siberian Husky dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Boykin Spaniel or Golden Retriever or Siberian Husky?	Boykin Spaniel dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Golden Retriever dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Siberian Husky dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Boykin Spaniel or Golden Retriever or Siberian Husky?	Boykin Spaniel dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Golden Retriever dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Siberian Husky dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Boykin Spaniel vs Golden Retriever vs Siberian Husky?	Yes Boykin Spaniel 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.	No Siberian Husky dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Boykin Spaniel is not the best dog breed for office environment.	Yes Golden Retriever is one of the best dog breeds for office environment	No Siberian Husky is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Boykin Spaniels are usually recommended for elderly people.	Golden Retrievers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Siberian Huskys are usually recommended for elderly people.

Boykin Spaniel vs Golden Retriever vs Siberian Husky As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	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: Boykin Spaniel or Golden Retriever or Siberian Husky? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
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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: Boykin Spaniel vs Golden Retriever vs Siberian Husky?	Yes Boykin Spaniel breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Yes Golden Retriever breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Not really Siberian Husky 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?	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Fighting Dog / Military Dog	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

Boykin Spaniel vs Golden Retriever vs Siberian Husky 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 Boykin Spaniel and Golden Retriever and Siberian Husky have?	5-7 puppies	5-10 puppies	4-8 puppies
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Boykin Spaniel vs Golden Retriever vs Siberian Husky Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2009 as a Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1925 as a Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1930 as a Working breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Retrievers section.	Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Nordic Sledge Dogs section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Continental Kennel Club National 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	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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