Briard vs Goldendoodle Comparison – Which dog is better Berger Briard or Curly Retriever?

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Name	Briard	Goldendoodle
Origins	France	United States Canada
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Group	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Companion Dogs
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Common Names & Aliases Compare different names used for Briard and Goldendoodle. What other names are these breeds known by?	Berger Briard Berger De Brie	Curly Retriever Goldenpoo Curly Golden
Breed Classification Compare breed classifications between a Briard and a Goldendoodle. Learn about their genetic backgrounds.	Purebred	Cross Breed

Briard vs Goldendoodle Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Which is bigger: a Briard or a Goldendoodle? Compare size differences between these breeds.	Large	Large
Weight Statistics Compare weight ranges between a Briard and a Goldendoodle. Which breed is heavier?	75 pounds (35 kg)	Miniature: 15-30 pounds (7-14 kg)Standard: 45-100 pounds (20-45 kg), Medium: 30-45 pounds (14-20 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	75 pounds (35 kg)	Miniature: 22.5 pounds (10.5 kg)Standard: 72.5 pounds (32.5 kg), Medium: 37.5 pounds (17 kg)
Height Which is taller, Briard or Goldendoodle? Is a Briard taller than a Goldendoodle?	Male: 24-27 inches (62-68 cm), Female: 22-25 inches (56-64 cm)	13-24 inches (33-61 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 25.5 inches (65 cm), Female: 23.5 inches (60 cm)	18.5 inches (47 cm)

Briard vs Goldendoodle Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy prices between a Briard and a Goldendoodle. Which breed costs more?	$1000-$1200	$600-$800
Availability Which is easier to get, Briard or Goldendoodle?	Frequent: The Briard is easier than average to get.	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.

Briard vs Goldendoodle Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Which is smarter: a Briard or a Goldendoodle? Compare intelligence rankings and learning abilities.	Smart: The Briard dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Training Difficulty Which is easier to train: a Briard or a Goldendoodle? Compare training requirements.	Briard dogs are easy to train. See more.	Goldendoodle dogs are very easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Rating Which makes a better watchdog: a Briard or a Goldendoodle? Compare alertness levels.	Briard dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Goldendoodle dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Which is more protective: a Briard or a Goldendoodle? Compare territorial behaviors.	Briard dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Goldendoodle dogs are not the best to protect their territory. See more.
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Briard vs Goldendoodle Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits Compare personalities of a Briard and a Goldendoodle. How do their temperaments differ?	Protective Intelligent Obedient Loyal Fearless Faithful	Energetic Intelligent Friendly Trainable
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Briard vs Goldendoodle?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. 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: Briard vs Goldendoodle?	High: Briard dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Goldendoodle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Briard vs Goldendoodle social needs comparison:	Briard dogs are a social breed. See more.	Goldendoodle dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between Briard vs Goldendoodle?	Briard dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	Goldendoodle dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between Briard vs Goldendoodle? Which can be better for hunting?	Briard 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.	Goldendoodle dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Briard vs Goldendoodle Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Which breed barks more: a Briard or a Goldendoodle? Compare vocalization tendencies.	Average: The Briard barks occasionally. See more.	Average: The Goldendoodle barks occasionally. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Playful Nature Which breed is more playful: a Briard or a Goldendoodle? Compare play drive and energy.	Average: Briards, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Goldendoodle is a playful breed. See more.
Most Playful Dog Breeds
Apartment Adaptability Which is better for apartments: a Briard or a Goldendoodle? Compare living space needs.	It is not recommended to keep the Briard breed in the home.	Very house-friendly dog the Goldendoodle breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Briard vs Goldendoodle Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Which adapts better to changes: a Briard or a Goldendoodle? Compare adaptability levels.	Briard dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Goldendoodle dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Briard or Goldendoodle?	Briard dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Briard vs Goldendoodle Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Which has lower bite risk: a Briard or a Goldendoodle? Compare biting tendencies.	Low 🔽 The Briard has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Goldendoodle has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Which is more mouthy: a Briard or a Goldendoodle? Compare mouthing behaviors.	Briard dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Goldendoodle dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.
Bite Strength Rating Which has a stronger bite: a Briard or a Goldendoodle? Compare bite force PSI.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Briard bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Goldendoodle bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force

Briard vs Goldendoodle Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Which lives longer: a Briard or a Goldendoodle? Compare average lifespans.	10-12 years The average lifespan of Briard: 11 years	9-15 years The average lifespan of Goldendoodle: 12 years
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Climate Tolerance Which handles weather better: a Briard or a Goldendoodle? Compare climate tolerances.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Briard can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even 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.
Health Concerns Compare common health issues between a Briard and a Goldendoodle. Which breed is healthier?	The Briard is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Goldendoodles are commonly healthy dogs.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Briard vs Goldendoodle?	Average The Briard should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Rare The Goldendoodle 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: Briard vs Goldendoodle? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Briard vs Goldendoodle health problems comparison:	No data available	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Allergies Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Bloat Addison's Disease Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis

Briard vs Goldendoodle Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Which breed is more energetic: a Briard or a Goldendoodle? Compare activity levels.	Briard dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Goldendoodle dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Briard vs Goldendoodle exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Briard or Goldendoodle? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Briard dogs need a lot of exercises.	Goldendoodle dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Briard or Goldendoodle?	Briard dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Goldendoodle dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Briard vs Goldendoodle Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Which gains weight easier: a Briard or a Goldendoodle? Compare obesity risks.	Average: The Briard has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Goldendoodle has an average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity
Food Consumption Which eats more: a Briard or a Goldendoodle? Compare daily food needs.	4 to 7 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.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot

Briard vs Goldendoodle Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Which is more hypoallergenic: a Briard or a Goldendoodle? Compare allergy friendliness.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Coat Colors What color variations exist for Briard and Goldendoodle? Compare breed colors.	Black Gray Tawny	Black Gray Red White Brown Yellow
Grooming Requirements Which needs more grooming: a Briard or a Goldendoodle? Compare maintenance needs.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Drooling Tendency Which drools more: a Briard or a Goldendoodle? Compare drooling amounts.	The Briard is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Goldendoodle is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Which has less odor: a Briard or a Goldendoodle? Compare natural smell levels.	Medium ⏺ The Briard has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Goldendoodle has a low chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics How do coats differ between a Briard and a Goldendoodle? Compare fur types.	Fine	Curly Wavy Smooth Straight
Bathing Needs Which needs more baths: a Briard or a Goldendoodle? Compare bathing frequencies.	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.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Briard or Goldendoodle? Do Briard dogs shed more than Goldendoodle dogs?	Briard dogs shed moderately. See more.	Goldendoodle dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most

Briard vs Goldendoodle Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Which is better with children: a Briard or a Goldendoodle? Compare kid-friendliness.	Briard dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Goldendoodle dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Briard dogs are generally with other pets.	Goldendoodle dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Briard or Goldendoodle? Which dog is more friendly?	Briard dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Goldendoodle 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 Briard or Goldendoodle?	Briard dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Goldendoodle dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Briard or Goldendoodle? Can a Briard and a Goldendoodle be friends? Do Briard dogs get along with Goldendoodle dogs?	Briard dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Goldendoodle dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: Briard vs Goldendoodle?	Yes Briard dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Goldendoodle dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Briard is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Goldendoodle is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Briards are usually recommended for elderly people.	Goldendoodles are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Briard vs Goldendoodle As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Which makes a better service dog: a Briard or a Goldendoodle? Compare service capabilities.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Work Suitability Which is better for therapy work: a Briard or a Goldendoodle? Compare therapy capabilities.	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
Scent Detection Ability Which is better at detection work: a Briard or a Goldendoodle? Compare scenting abilities.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search & Rescue Potential Which is better for search and rescue: a Briard or a Goldendoodle? Compare SAR abilities.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Maritime Work Ability Which is better on boats: a Briard or a Goldendoodle? Compare maritime abilities.	Not really Briard breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Goldendoodle breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Which is better at pulling: a Briard or a Goldendoodle? 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 Briard and Goldendoodle. 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.

Briard vs Goldendoodle Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare litter sizes between Briard and Goldendoodle. Which has larger litters?	8-10 puppies	4-8 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare pregnancy duration between Briard and Goldendoodle breeds.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding frequencies between Briard and Goldendoodle. 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.

Briard vs Goldendoodle Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC classifications of Briard and Goldendoodle. Which groups do they belong to?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1928 as a Herding breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Classification Compare FCI classifications of Briard and Goldendoodle. Which groups are they in?	Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section.	Not recognized by FCI.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare kennel club recognition between Briard and Goldendoodle. Which is more widely recognized?	No data available	Dog Registry of America Inc. American Canine Hybrid Club Designer Breed Registry Designer Dogs Kennel Club International Designer Canine Registry

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