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Name	Cavapoo	Tibetan Terrier	Golden Retriever
Origins	Australia	Tibet	Scotland
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Group	Companion Dogs	Companion Dogs	Gun Dog
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Cavoodle	Dokhi Apso Tsang Apso	Golden Flat Coat Yellow Retriever
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Cavapoo vs Tibetan Terrier vs Golden Retriever breed type comparison:	Cross Breed	Purebred	Purebred

Cavapoo vs Tibetan Terrier vs Golden Retriever Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Cavapoo or Tibetan Terrier or Golden Retriever? Which is the smallest dog, Cavapoo or Tibetan Terrier or Golden Retriever?	Small Medium	Medium	Large
Weight Which is heavier, Cavapoo or Tibetan Terrier or Tibetan Terrier? Cavapoo vs Tibetan Terrier vs Golden Retriever weight comparison:	12-24 pounds (5.4-11 kg)	18-30 pounds (8.2-13.6 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?	18 pounds (5.7.5 kg)	24 pounds (8.2-13.6 kg)	Male: 70 pounds (31.5 kg), Female: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Cavapoo or Tibetan Terrier or Golden Retriever? Cavapoo vs Tibetan Terrier vs Golden Retriever height comparison:	11-18 inches (28-45 cm)	14-17 inches (36-43 cm)	Male: 22-24 inches (56-61cm), Female: 20-22 inches (51-56 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	14.5 inches (36.5 cm)	15.5 inches (39.5 cm)	Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 21 inches (53.5 cm)

Cavapoo vs Tibetan Terrier vs Golden Retriever Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Cavapoo or Tibetan Terrier or Golden Retriever? Which is more expensive?	$1200-$1800	$1200-$2000	$1000-$2000
Availability Which is easier to get, Cavapoo or Tibetan Terrier or Golden Retriever?	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.	Frequent: The Tibetan Terrier is easier than average to get.	Very frequent: The Golden Retriever is quite easy to get.

Cavapoo vs Tibetan Terrier vs Golden Retriever Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Cavapoo vs Tibetan Terrier vs Golden Retriever intelligence:	Very smart: Cavapoo is an excellent dog breed. See more.	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.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Cavapoo vs Tibetan Terrier vs Golden Retriever trainability comparison.	Cavapoo dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Tibetan Terrier 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 Ability Which is the better watchdog: Cavapoo or Tibetan Terrier or Golden Retriever?	Cavapoo dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Tibetan Terrier dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Golden Retriever dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Cavapoo or Tibetan Terrier or Golden Retriever? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Cavapoo dogs are not the best to protect their territory. See more.	Tibetan Terrier dogs are average defenders. See more.	Golden Retriever dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Cavapoo vs Tibetan Terrier vs Golden Retriever Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Cavapoo or Tibetan Terrier or Golden Retriever? Cavapoo vs Tibetan Terrier vs Golden Retriever behavior/temperament comparison:	Loving Intelligent Gentle	Energetic Sensitive Intelligent Affectionate Gentle Reserved Amiable	Intelligent Confident Friendly Reliable Kind Trustworthy
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	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.	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: Cavapoo vs Tibetan Terrier vs Golden Retriever?	High: Cavapoo dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Tibetan Terrier 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.
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Social Needs Cavapoo vs Tibetan Terrier vs Golden Retriever social needs comparison:	Cavapoo dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Tibetan Terrier dogs are a social breed. 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?	Cavapoo dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Tibetan Terrier 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? Which can be better for hunting?	Cavapoo 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.	Tibetan Terrier 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

Cavapoo vs Tibetan Terrier vs Golden Retriever Activity and Playfulness Comparison

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

Cavapoo vs Tibetan Terrier vs Golden Retriever Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Cavapoo dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Tibetan Terrier 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.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Cavapoo or Tibetan Terrier or Golden Retriever?	Cavapoo dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Tibetan Terrier 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.

Cavapoo vs Tibetan Terrier vs Golden Retriever Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Cavapoo or Tibetan Terrier or Golden Retriever?	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Cavapoo bite force: Weak.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Tibetan Terrier 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
Biting Potential Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	Low 🔽 The Cavapoo has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Tibetan Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.	Moderate ⏺ The Golden Retriever has an average chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Cavapoo vs Tibetan Terrier vs Golden Retriever mouthiness comparison:	Cavapoo dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Tibetan Terrier dogs have a lower 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.

Cavapoo vs Tibetan Terrier vs Golden Retriever Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Cavapoo vs Tibetan Terrier vs Golden Retriever health comparison. Which is the healthier: Cavapoo vs Tibetan Terrier vs Golden Retriever?	Very healthy dog breed.	The Tibetan Terrier is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Golden Retrievers are commonly healthy dogs.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Cavapoo vs Tibetan Terrier vs Golden Retriever? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Cavapoo vs Tibetan Terrier vs Golden Retriever health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Hyperthyroidism Distichiasis Lens Luxation	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Allergies Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Bloat Epilepsy Elbow Dysplasia Osteochondrosis Dissecans Hemangiosarcoma Osteosarcoma Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Rare The Cavapoo should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Average The Tibetan Terrier 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).
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Life Expectancy Cavapoo vs Tibetan Terrier vs Golden Retriever lifespan comparison. How long do Cavapoo, Tibetan Terrier and Golden Retriever breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	9-15 years The average lifespan of Cavapoo: 12 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Tibetan Terrier: 13 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Golden Retriever: 11 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Cavapoo vs Tibetan Terrier vs Golden Retriever?	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Cavapoo can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Tibetan Terrier 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.

Cavapoo vs Tibetan Terrier vs Golden Retriever Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Cavapoo or Tibetan Terrier or Golden Retriever? Cavapoo vs Tibetan Terrier vs Golden Retriever energy level comparison:	Cavapoo dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Tibetan Terrier dogs are high-energy dogs.	Golden Retriever dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Cavapoo vs Tibetan Terrier vs Golden Retriever exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Cavapoo or Tibetan Terrier or Golden Retriever? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Cavapoo dogs have an average exercise need.	Tibetan Terrier dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Golden Retriever dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Cavapoo or Tibetan Terrier or Golden Retriever?	Cavapoo dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Tibetan Terrier dogs don't need too much sleep.	Golden Retriever dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Cavapoo vs Tibetan Terrier vs Golden Retriever Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Cavapoo or Tibetan Terrier or Golden Retriever?	0.5 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	Recommended daily amount: 1 1/8 to 1 3/8 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, 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
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Cavapoo vs Tibetan Terrier vs Golden Retriever weight gain potential comparison:	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Cavapoo's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average: The Tibetan Terrier has an average risk for obesity. See more.	High: The Golden Retriever breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Cavapoo vs Tibetan Terrier vs Golden Retriever Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Cavapoo vs Tibetan Terrier vs Golden Retriever coat comparison:	Curly Wavy Straight	Thick Smooth	Silky Wavy Shiny Straight
Colors What are the original Cavapoo, Tibetan Terrier and Golden Retriever color?	Black Cream White Sable Tricolor Chestnut Apricot Red sable Phantom	Black Gray White Silver	Golden Light
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Cavapoo or Tibetan Terrier or Golden Retriever? Cavapoo vs Tibetan Terrier vs Golden Retriever grooming comparison:	Advanced: The Cavapoo requires a lot of grooming. See more.	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.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Cavapoo or Tibetan Terrier or Golden Retriever? Cavapoo or Tibetan Terrier or {name3 shedding:	Cavapoo dogs shed moderately. See more.	Tibetan Terrier dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Golden Retriever dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Cavapoo or Tibetan Terrier or Golden Retriever?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	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.
Hypoallergenic Cavapoo vs Tibetan Terrier vs Golden Retriever hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	Yes See more.	Yes See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Cavapoo vs Tibetan Terrier vs Golden Retriever?	Medium ⏺ The Cavapoo has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Tibetan Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Golden Retriever has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Cavapoo is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Tibetan Terrier 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.

Cavapoo vs Tibetan Terrier vs Golden Retriever Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Cavapoo dogs are generally with other pets.	Tibetan Terrier dogs are generally with other pets.	Golden Retriever dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Cavapoo or Tibetan Terrier or Golden Retriever? Which dog is more friendly?	Cavapoo dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	Tibetan Terrier 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
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Cavapoo or Tibetan Terrier or Golden Retriever?	Cavapoo dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.	Tibetan Terrier dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.	Golden Retriever dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Cavapoo or Tibetan Terrier or Golden Retriever?	Cavapoo dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Tibetan Terrier dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Golden Retriever dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Cavapoo or Tibetan Terrier or Golden Retriever?	Cavapoo dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Tibetan Terrier dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Golden Retriever dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Cavapoo vs Tibetan Terrier vs Golden Retriever?	Yes Cavapoo dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Tibetan Terrier 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 Cavapoo is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Tibetan Terrier 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?	Cavapoos are commonly okay with elderly people.	Tibetan Terriers are commonly okay with elderly people.	Golden Retrievers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Cavapoo vs Tibetan Terrier vs Golden Retriever As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.	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 Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Cavapoo or Tibetan Terrier or Golden Retriever? Which is better for autism?	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	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
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.	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 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.	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.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Cavapoo vs Tibetan Terrier vs Golden Retriever?	Yes Cavapoo breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Not really Tibetan Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Yes Golden Retriever breed usually likes 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.

Cavapoo vs Tibetan Terrier vs Golden Retriever 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 Cavapoo and Tibetan Terrier and Golden Retriever have?	2-8 puppies	4-6 puppies	5-10 puppies
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Cavapoo vs Tibetan Terrier vs Golden Retriever Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1973 as a Non-Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1925 as a Sporting breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Tibetan breeds section.	Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Retrievers section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	Dog Registry of America Inc. American Canine Hybrid Club Designer Breed Registry Designer Dogs Kennel Club International Designer Canine Registry	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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