Broholmer vs Golden Retriever Comparison – Which dog is better Danish Broholmer Danish Mastiff or Golden Flat Coat?

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Name	Broholmer	Golden Retriever
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Common Names & Aliases Compare different names used for Broholmer and Golden Retriever. What other names are these breeds known by?	Danish Broholmer Danish Mastiff	Golden Flat Coat Yellow Retriever
Breed Classification Compare breed classifications between a Broholmer and a Golden Retriever. Learn about their genetic backgrounds.	Purebred	Purebred

Broholmer vs Golden Retriever Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Which is bigger: a Broholmer or a Golden Retriever? Compare size differences between these breeds.	Large Giant	Large
Weight Statistics Compare weight ranges between a Broholmer and a Golden Retriever. Which breed is heavier?	Male: 110-150 pounds (50-68 kg), Female: 90-130 pounds (40-58 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?	Male: 130 pounds (59 kg), Female: 110 pounds (49 kg)	Male: 70 pounds (31.5 kg), Female: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Broholmer or Golden Retriever? Is a Broholmer taller than a Golden Retriever?	Male: 29.5 inches (75 cm) Female: 27.5 inches (70 cm)	Male: 22-24 inches (56-61cm), Female: 20-22 inches (51-56 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 29.5 inches (75 cm) Female: 27.5 inches (70 cm)	Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 21 inches (53.5 cm)

Broholmer vs Golden Retriever Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy prices between a Broholmer and a Golden Retriever. Which breed costs more?	$1300-$1500	$1000-$2000
Availability Which is easier to get, Broholmer or Golden Retriever?	Average: The Broholmer is a commonly available dog breed.	Very frequent: The Golden Retriever is quite easy to get.

Broholmer vs Golden Retriever Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Which is smarter: a Broholmer or a Golden Retriever? Compare intelligence rankings and learning abilities.	Smart: The Broholmer dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Outstanding: Golden Retriever is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.
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Training Difficulty Which is easier to train: a Broholmer or a Golden Retriever? Compare training requirements.	Broholmer dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Golden Retriever dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Rating Which makes a better watchdog: a Broholmer or a Golden Retriever? Compare alertness levels.	Broholmer dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Golden Retriever dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Which is more protective: a Broholmer or a Golden Retriever? Compare territorial behaviors.	Broholmer dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Golden Retriever dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Broholmer vs Golden Retriever Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits Compare personalities of a Broholmer and a Golden Retriever. How do their temperaments differ?	Protective Confident Friendly Calm	Intelligent Confident Friendly Reliable Kind Trustworthy
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Broholmer vs Golden Retriever?	Broholmer dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. 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: Broholmer vs Golden Retriever?	Average to High: Broholmer dogs are highly affectionate dogs. 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 Broholmer vs Golden Retriever social needs comparison:	Broholmer dogs need for social interaction is average. 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 Broholmer vs Golden Retriever?	Broholmer dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. 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 Broholmer vs Golden Retriever? Which can be better for hunting?	Broholmer 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.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Broholmer vs Golden Retriever Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Which breed barks more: a Broholmer or a Golden Retriever? Compare vocalization tendencies.	Average to High: The Broholmer is a vocal breed. 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 Broholmer or a Golden Retriever? Compare play drive and energy.	Average: Broholmers, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Golden Retriever is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Which is better for apartments: a Broholmer 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 Broholmer indoors.	It is not recommended to keep the Golden Retriever breed in the home.
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Broholmer vs Golden Retriever Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Which adapts better to changes: a Broholmer or a Golden Retriever? Compare adaptability levels.	Broholmer dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Golden Retriever dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Broholmer or Golden Retriever?	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.

Broholmer vs Golden Retriever Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Which has lower bite risk: a Broholmer or a Golden Retriever? Compare biting tendencies.	Low 🔽 The Broholmer 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 Broholmer or a Golden Retriever? Compare mouthing behaviors.	Broholmer 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 Broholmer or a Golden Retriever? Compare bite force PSI.	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Broholmer bite force: The Strongest.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Golden Retriever bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force

Broholmer vs Golden Retriever Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Which lives longer: a Broholmer or a Golden Retriever? Compare average lifespans.	10-12 years The average lifespan of Broholmer: 11 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Golden Retriever: 11 years
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Climate Tolerance Which handles weather better: a Broholmer or a Golden Retriever? Compare climate tolerances.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Broholmer 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 Broholmer and a Golden Retriever. Which breed is healthier?	Broholmers are commonly healthy dogs.	Golden Retrievers are commonly healthy dogs.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Broholmer vs Golden Retriever?	Rare The Broholmer should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably 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).
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Broholmer vs Golden Retriever? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Broholmer vs Golden Retriever health problems comparison:	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Entropion Ectropion 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

Broholmer vs Golden Retriever Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Which breed is more energetic: a Broholmer or a Golden Retriever? Compare activity levels.	Broholmer dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.	Golden Retriever dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Broholmer vs Golden Retriever exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Broholmer or Golden Retriever? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Broholmer dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Golden Retriever dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Broholmer or Golden Retriever?	Broholmer dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	Golden Retriever dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Broholmer vs Golden Retriever Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Which gains weight easier: a Broholmer or a Golden Retriever? Compare obesity risks.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Broholmer'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 Broholmer or a Golden Retriever? Compare daily food needs.	5 to 6 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

Broholmer vs Golden Retriever Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Which is more hypoallergenic: a Broholmer or a Golden Retriever? Compare allergy friendliness.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Coat Colors What color variations exist for Broholmer and Golden Retriever? Compare breed colors.	Red Yellow Golden	Golden Light
Grooming Requirements Which needs more grooming: a Broholmer or a Golden Retriever? Compare maintenance needs.	Easy to groom: The Broholmer doesn't require a lot of grooming. 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 Broholmer or a Golden Retriever? Compare drooling amounts.	The Broholmer is a big drooler, so if you're disgusted by slobber spots on your clothes, you should choose a dog from another breed. 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 Broholmer or a Golden Retriever? Compare natural smell levels.	Medium ⏺ The Broholmer has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Golden Retriever has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics How do coats differ between a Broholmer and a Golden Retriever? Compare fur types.	Rough Smooth	Silky Wavy Shiny Straight
Bathing Needs Which needs more baths: a Broholmer or a Golden Retriever? Compare bathing frequencies.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. 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 Broholmer or Golden Retriever? Do Broholmer dogs shed more than Golden Retriever dogs?	Broholmer dogs shed moderately. See more.	Golden Retriever dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most

Broholmer vs Golden Retriever Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Which is better with children: a Broholmer or a Golden Retriever? Compare kid-friendliness.	Broholmer 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?	Broholmer dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.	Golden Retriever dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Broholmer or Golden Retriever? Which dog is more friendly?	Broholmer dogs are not the most 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 Broholmer or Golden Retriever?	Broholmer dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Golden Retriever dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Broholmer or Golden Retriever? Can a Broholmer and a Golden Retriever be friends? Do Broholmer dogs get along with Golden Retriever dogs?	Broholmer dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Golden Retriever dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: Broholmer vs Golden Retriever?	Yes Broholmer 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?	No Broholmer is not the best dog breed 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?	Broholmers are usually recommended for elderly people.	Golden Retrievers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Broholmer vs Golden Retriever As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Which makes a better service dog: a Broholmer 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 Broholmer 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 Broholmer 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 Broholmer 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 Broholmer or a Golden Retriever? Compare maritime abilities.	Not really Broholmer 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 Broholmer or a Golden Retriever? Compare draft work capabilities.	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.
Military Service Background Compare military history between Broholmer 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.

Broholmer vs Golden Retriever Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare litter sizes between Broholmer and Golden Retriever. Which has larger litters?	4-8 puppies	5-10 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare pregnancy duration between Broholmer and Golden Retriever breeds.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding frequencies between Broholmer 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.

Broholmer vs Golden Retriever Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC classifications of Broholmer 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 Broholmer and Golden Retriever. Which groups are they in?	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type section.	Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Retrievers section.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare kennel club recognition between Broholmer and Golden Retriever. Which is more widely recognized?	Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale American Canine Association, Inc. 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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