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Name	Brussels Griffon	Golden Retriever	Andalusian Hound
Origins	Belgium	Scotland	Spain
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Group	Companion Dogs	Gun Dog	Hunting Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Belgian Griffon Brussels Griffon Griffon Griffon Bruxellois Petit Brabancon Griffon Belge	Golden Flat Coat Yellow Retriever	Podenco Andalusian Podenco Andaluz Podenco Maneto Andalusian Andalusian Podenco
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Brussels Griffon vs Golden Retriever vs Andalusian Hound breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Brussels Griffon vs Golden Retriever vs Andalusian Hound Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Brussels Griffon or Golden Retriever or Andalusian Hound? Which is the smallest dog, Brussels Griffon or Golden Retriever or Andalusian Hound?	Small	Large	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Brussels Griffon or Golden Retriever or Golden Retriever? Brussels Griffon vs Golden Retriever vs Andalusian Hound weight comparison:	6-12 pounds (2.5-5.5 kg)	Male: 60-80 pounds (27-36 kg), Female: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg)	Small: 11-24 pounds (5-11 kg)Large: 46-73 pounds (20-33 kg), Medium: 22-40 pounds (10-18 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	9 pounds (4 kg)	Male: 70 pounds (31.5 kg), Female: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg)	Small: 17.5 pounds (8 kg)Large: 59.5 pounds (26.5 kg), Medium: 31 pounds (14 kg)
Height Which is taller, Brussels Griffon or Golden Retriever or Andalusian Hound? Brussels Griffon vs Golden Retriever vs Andalusian Hound height comparison:	7-8 inches (18-20 cm)	Male: 22-24 inches (56-61cm), Female: 20-22 inches (51-56 cm)	Small: 12-17 inches (30-43 cm)Large: 20-25 inches (50-63 cm), Medium: 16-21 inches (40-53 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	7.5 inches (19 cm)	Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 21 inches (53.5 cm)	Small: 14.5 inches (36.5 cm)Large: 22.5 inches (56.5 cm), Medium: 18.5 inches (46.5 cm)

Brussels Griffon vs Golden Retriever vs Andalusian Hound Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Brussels Griffon or Golden Retriever or Andalusian Hound? Which is more expensive?	$600-$1200	$1000-$2000	$300-$500
Availability Which is easier to get, Brussels Griffon or Golden Retriever or Andalusian Hound?	Very frequent: The Brussels Griffon is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Golden Retriever is quite easy to get.	Average: The Andalusian Hound is a commonly available dog breed.

Brussels Griffon vs Golden Retriever vs Andalusian Hound Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Brussels Griffon vs Golden Retriever vs Andalusian Hound 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.	Smart: The Andalusian Hound dogs have great intelligence. See more.
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Trainability Brussels Griffon vs Golden Retriever vs Andalusian Hound trainability comparison.	Brussels Griffon dogs are hard to train. See more.	Golden Retriever dogs are easy to train. See more.	Andalusian Hound dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Brussels Griffon or Golden Retriever or Andalusian Hound?	Brussels Griffon dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Golden Retriever dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Andalusian Hound dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Brussels Griffon or Golden Retriever or Andalusian Hound? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Brussels Griffon dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Golden Retriever dogs are average defenders. See more.	Andalusian Hound dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
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Brussels Griffon vs Golden Retriever vs Andalusian Hound Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Brussels Griffon or Golden Retriever or Andalusian Hound? Brussels Griffon vs Golden Retriever vs Andalusian Hound behavior/temperament comparison:	Alert Sensitive Inquisitive Selfish Watchful Companionable	Intelligent Confident Friendly Reliable Kind Trustworthy	Excellent sight Smell Hearing Hunting
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.	Andalusian Hound 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: Brussels Griffon vs Golden Retriever vs Andalusian Hound?	High: Brussels Griffon 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.	Average: Andalusian Hound dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.
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Social Needs Brussels Griffon vs Golden Retriever vs Andalusian Hound social needs comparison:	Brussels Griffon dogs are a social breed. See more.	Golden Retriever dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Andalusian Hound 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 Brussels Griffon is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Golden Retriever dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Andalusian Hound dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Their prey drive is low. 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.	Andalusian Hound dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Brussels Griffon vs Golden Retriever vs Andalusian Hound Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Brussels Griffon vs Golden Retriever vs Andalusian Hound playfulness comparison:	Average: Brussels Griffons, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Golden Retriever is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Andalusian Hound is a playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Brussels Griffon vs Golden Retriever vs Andalusian Hound?	Average: The Brussels Griffon barks occasionally. See more.	Low to Average: The Golden Retriever rarely barks. See more.	Average: The Andalusian Hound 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 Brussels Griffon or Golden Retriever or Andalusian Hound?	Very house-friendly dog the Brussels Griffon breed.	It is not recommended to keep the Golden Retriever breed in the home.	It is not recommended to keep the Andalusian Hound breed in the home.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Brussels Griffon vs Golden Retriever vs Andalusian Hound Adaptability and Independence Comparison

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

Brussels Griffon vs Golden Retriever vs Andalusian Hound Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Brussels Griffon or Golden Retriever or Andalusian Hound?	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Brussels Griffon bite force: Weak.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Golden Retriever bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Andalusian Hound 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 Brussels Griffon has a low chance of biting somebody.	Moderate ⏺ The Golden Retriever has an average chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Andalusian Hound has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Brussels Griffon vs Golden Retriever vs Andalusian Hound mouthiness comparison:	Brussels Griffon 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.	Andalusian Hound dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Brussels Griffon vs Golden Retriever vs Andalusian Hound Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Brussels Griffon vs Golden Retriever vs Andalusian Hound health comparison. Which is the healthier: Brussels Griffon vs Golden Retriever vs Andalusian Hound?	The Brussels Griffon 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 Andalusian Hound 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: Brussels Griffon vs Golden Retriever vs Andalusian Hound? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Brussels Griffon vs Golden Retriever vs Andalusian Hound health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Allergies	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Allergies Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Bloat Epilepsy Elbow Dysplasia Osteochondrosis Dissecans Hemangiosarcoma Osteosarcoma Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis	No data available
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Brussels Griffon 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 Andalusian Hound should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy Brussels Griffon vs Golden Retriever vs Andalusian Hound lifespan comparison. How long do Brussels Griffon, Golden Retriever and Andalusian Hound breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	13-15 years The average lifespan of Brussels Griffon: 14 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Golden Retriever: 11 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Andalusian Hound: 11 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Brussels Griffon vs Golden Retriever vs Andalusian Hound?	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Brussels Griffon 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.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.

Brussels Griffon vs Golden Retriever vs Andalusian Hound Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Brussels Griffon or Golden Retriever or Andalusian Hound? Brussels Griffon vs Golden Retriever vs Andalusian Hound energy level comparison:	Brussels Griffon dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.	Golden Retriever dogs are high-energy dogs.	Andalusian Hound dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Brussels Griffon vs Golden Retriever vs Andalusian Hound exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Brussels Griffon or Golden Retriever or Andalusian Hound? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Brussels Griffon dogs exercise need is minimal.	Golden Retriever dogs need a lot of exercises.	Andalusian Hound dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Brussels Griffon or Golden Retriever or Andalusian Hound?	Brussels Griffon dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.	Golden Retriever dogs don't need too much sleep.	Andalusian Hound dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
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Brussels Griffon vs Golden Retriever vs Andalusian Hound Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Brussels Griffon or Golden Retriever or Andalusian Hound?	1/4 to 1/2 cup 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.	2.5 to 4 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? Brussels Griffon vs Golden Retriever vs Andalusian Hound weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Brussels Griffon has an average risk for obesity. See more.	High: The Golden Retriever breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	Average: The Andalusian Hound has an average risk for obesity. See more.
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Brussels Griffon vs Golden Retriever vs Andalusian Hound Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Brussels Griffon vs Golden Retriever vs Andalusian Hound coat comparison:	Rough Smooth	Silky Wavy Shiny Straight	Wiry Smooth
Colors What are the original Brussels Griffon, Golden Retriever and Andalusian Hound color?	Black Belge Red Black & Tan	Golden Light	Golden
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Brussels Griffon or Golden Retriever or Andalusian Hound? Brussels Griffon vs Golden Retriever vs Andalusian Hound grooming comparison:	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Average: The Golden Retriever requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The Andalusian Hound requires average grooming effort. See more.
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Shedding Level Who sheds more Brussels Griffon or Golden Retriever or Andalusian Hound? Brussels Griffon or Golden Retriever or {name3 shedding:	Brussels Griffon dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Golden Retriever dogs shed moderately. See more.	Andalusian Hound dogs are low shedders. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Brussels Griffon or Golden Retriever or Andalusian Hound?	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.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.
Hypoallergenic Brussels Griffon vs Golden Retriever vs Andalusian Hound hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	Yes See more.	No See more.	No See more.
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Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Brussels Griffon vs Golden Retriever vs Andalusian Hound?	Medium ⏺ The Brussels Griffon has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Golden Retriever has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Andalusian Hound has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Brussels Griffon 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.	The Andalusian Hound 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.

Brussels Griffon vs Golden Retriever vs Andalusian Hound Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Brussels Griffon dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.	Golden Retriever dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Andalusian Hound dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Brussels Griffon or Golden Retriever or Andalusian Hound? Which dog is more friendly?	Brussels Griffon dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Golden Retriever dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	Andalusian Hound dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Brussels Griffon or Golden Retriever or Andalusian Hound?	Brussels Griffon dogs are not kid-friendly dogs.	Golden Retriever dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Andalusian Hound dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Brussels Griffon or Golden Retriever or Andalusian Hound?	Brussels Griffon dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	Golden Retriever dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Andalusian Hound dogs are average friendly towards cats.
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Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Brussels Griffon or Golden Retriever or Andalusian Hound?	Brussels Griffon dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Golden Retriever dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Andalusian Hound dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Brussels Griffon vs Golden Retriever vs Andalusian Hound?	No Brussels Griffon dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.	Yes Golden Retriever dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Andalusian Hound dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Brussels Griffon is not the best dog breed for office environment.	Yes Golden Retriever is one of the best dog breeds for office environment	No Andalusian Hound is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Brussels Griffons are not recommended for elderly people.	Golden Retrievers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Andalusian Hounds are commonly okay with elderly people.

Brussels Griffon vs Golden Retriever vs Andalusian Hound 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: Brussels Griffon or Golden Retriever or Andalusian Hound? 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: Brussels Griffon vs Golden Retriever vs Andalusian Hound?	Not really Brussels Griffon breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Yes Golden Retriever breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Not really Andalusian Hound 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.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Brussels Griffon vs Golden Retriever vs Andalusian Hound 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 Brussels Griffon and Golden Retriever and Andalusian Hound have?	1-3 puppies	5-10 puppies	3-5 puppies
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Brussels Griffon vs Golden Retriever vs Andalusian Hound Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1910 as a Toy breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1925 as a Sporting breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Small Belgian Dogs section.	Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Retrievers section.	Not recognized by FCI.
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	No data available

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