Bullmastiff vs Golden Retriever Comparison – Which dog is better Bullie or Golden Flat Coat?

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Name	Bullmastiff	Golden Retriever
Origins	England	Scotland
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Group	Working Dogs	Gun Dog
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Common Names & Aliases Compare different names used for Bullmastiff and Golden Retriever. What other names are these breeds known by?	Bullie Bully	Golden Flat Coat Yellow Retriever
Breed Classification Compare breed classifications between a Bullmastiff and a Golden Retriever. Learn about their genetic backgrounds.	Purebred	Purebred

Bullmastiff vs Golden Retriever Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Which is bigger: a Bullmastiff or a Golden Retriever? Compare size differences between these breeds.	Large	Large
Weight Statistics Compare weight ranges between a Bullmastiff and a Golden Retriever. Which breed is heavier?	Male: 110-133 pounds (50–60 kg), Female: 100-120 pounds (45-55 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: 121.5 pounds (50–60 kg), Female: 110 pounds (50 kg)	Male: 70 pounds (31.5 kg), Female: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Bullmastiff or Golden Retriever? Is a Bullmastiff taller than a Golden Retriever?	Male: 25-27 inches (63–69 cm), Female: 24-26 inches (61–66 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: 26 inches (63–69 cm), Female: 25 inches (61–66 cm)	Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 21 inches (53.5 cm)

Bullmastiff vs Golden Retriever Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy prices between a Bullmastiff and a Golden Retriever. Which breed costs more?	$1200-$1500	$1000-$2000
Availability Which is easier to get, Bullmastiff or Golden Retriever?	Very frequent: The Bullmastiff is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Golden Retriever is quite easy to get.

Bullmastiff vs Golden Retriever Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Which is smarter: a Bullmastiff or a Golden Retriever? Compare intelligence rankings and learning abilities.	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.
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Training Difficulty Which is easier to train: a Bullmastiff or a Golden Retriever? Compare training requirements.	Bullmastiff dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Golden Retriever dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Rating Which makes a better watchdog: a Bullmastiff or a Golden Retriever? Compare alertness levels.	Bullmastiff dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Golden Retriever dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Which is more protective: a Bullmastiff or a Golden Retriever? Compare territorial behaviors.	Bullmastiff dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Golden Retriever dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Bullmastiff vs Golden Retriever Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits Compare personalities of a Bullmastiff and a Golden Retriever. How do their temperaments differ?	Protective Alert Powerful Courageous Docile Reliable Loyal Devoted Calm	Intelligent Confident Friendly Reliable Kind Trustworthy
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Bullmastiff vs Golden Retriever?	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.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Bullmastiff vs Golden Retriever?	Average: Bullmastiff dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. 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 Bullmastiff vs Golden Retriever social needs comparison:	Bullmastiff 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 Bullmastiff vs Golden Retriever?	Bullmastiff dogs have average wanderlust potential. 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 Bullmastiff vs Golden Retriever? Which can be better for hunting?	Bullmastiff 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.	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

Bullmastiff vs Golden Retriever Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Which breed barks more: a Bullmastiff or a Golden Retriever? Compare vocalization tendencies.	Low: The Bullmastiff barks none to minimal. 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 Bullmastiff or a Golden Retriever? Compare play drive and energy.	Bullmastiffs are not the most playful dog breed. See more.	The Golden Retriever is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Which is better for apartments: a Bullmastiff 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 Bullmastiff indoors.	It is not recommended to keep the Golden Retriever breed in the home.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Bullmastiff vs Golden Retriever Adaptability and Independence Comparison

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

Bullmastiff vs Golden Retriever Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Bullmastiff vs Golden Retriever Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Which lives longer: a Bullmastiff or a Golden Retriever? Compare average lifespans.	8-10 years The average lifespan of Bullmastiff: 9 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Golden Retriever: 11 years
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Climate Tolerance Which handles weather better: a Bullmastiff or a Golden Retriever? Compare climate tolerances.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Bullmastiff 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 Bullmastiff and a Golden Retriever. Which breed is healthier?	Very healthy dog breed.	Golden Retrievers are commonly healthy dogs.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Bullmastiff vs Golden Retriever?	Rare The Bullmastiff 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: Bullmastiff vs Golden Retriever? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Bullmastiff vs Golden Retriever health problems comparison:	Cancer Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Heart Problems Entropion Kidney Issues Hemangiosarcoma Lymphosarcoma Osteosarcoma	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Allergies Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Bloat Epilepsy Elbow Dysplasia Osteochondrosis Dissecans Hemangiosarcoma Osteosarcoma Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis

Bullmastiff vs Golden Retriever Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Which breed is more energetic: a Bullmastiff or a Golden Retriever? Compare activity levels.	Bullmastiff dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.	Golden Retriever dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Bullmastiff vs Golden Retriever exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Bullmastiff or Golden Retriever? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Bullmastiff dogs exercise need is minimal.	Golden Retriever dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Bullmastiff or Golden Retriever?	Bullmastiff dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.	Golden Retriever dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Bullmastiff vs Golden Retriever Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Which gains weight easier: a Bullmastiff or a Golden Retriever? Compare obesity risks.	High: The Bullmastiff breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. 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 Bullmastiff or a Golden Retriever? Compare daily food needs.	3 to 4.5 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.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot

Bullmastiff vs Golden Retriever Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Which is more hypoallergenic: a Bullmastiff or a Golden Retriever? Compare allergy friendliness.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Coat Colors What color variations exist for Bullmastiff and Golden Retriever? Compare breed colors.	Red Fawn Brindle	Golden Light
Grooming Requirements Which needs more grooming: a Bullmastiff or a Golden Retriever? Compare maintenance needs.	Easy to groom: The Bullmastiff 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 Bullmastiff or a Golden Retriever? Compare drooling amounts.	The Bullmastiff 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 Bullmastiff or a Golden Retriever? Compare natural smell levels.	High 🔼 The Bullmastiff has a high chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Golden Retriever has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics How do coats differ between a Bullmastiff and a Golden Retriever? Compare fur types.	Rough	Silky Wavy Shiny Straight
Bathing Needs Which needs more baths: a Bullmastiff 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 Bullmastiff or Golden Retriever? Do Bullmastiff dogs shed more than Golden Retriever dogs?	Bullmastiff dogs shed moderately. See more.	Golden Retriever dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most

Bullmastiff vs Golden Retriever Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Which is better with children: a Bullmastiff or a Golden Retriever? Compare kid-friendliness.	Bullmastiff 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?	Bullmastiff dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.	Golden Retriever dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Bullmastiff or Golden Retriever? Which dog is more friendly?	Bullmastiff dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	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 Bullmastiff or Golden Retriever?	Bullmastiff dogs are not 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 Bullmastiff or Golden Retriever? Can a Bullmastiff and a Golden Retriever be friends? Do Bullmastiff dogs get along with Golden Retriever dogs?	Bullmastiff dogs are not dog-friendly.	Golden Retriever dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: Bullmastiff vs Golden Retriever?	Yes Bullmastiff 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 Bullmastiff 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?	Bullmastiffs are usually recommended for elderly people.	Golden Retrievers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Bullmastiff vs Golden Retriever As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Which makes a better service dog: a Bullmastiff 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 Bullmastiff or a Golden Retriever? Compare therapy capabilities.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.
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Scent Detection Ability Which is better at detection work: a Bullmastiff 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 Bullmastiff 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 Bullmastiff or a Golden Retriever? Compare maritime abilities.	Not really Bullmastiff 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 Bullmastiff 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 Bullmastiff 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.

Bullmastiff vs Golden Retriever Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare litter sizes between Bullmastiff and Golden Retriever. Which has larger litters?	4-13 puppies, average 8	5-10 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare pregnancy duration between Bullmastiff and Golden Retriever breeds.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding frequencies between Bullmastiff 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.

Bullmastiff vs Golden Retriever Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC classifications of Bullmastiff and Golden Retriever. Which groups do they belong to?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1934 as a Working breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1925 as a Sporting breed.
FCI Classification Compare FCI classifications of Bullmastiff 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 Bullmastiff and Golden Retriever. Which is more widely recognized?	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	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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