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Name	Chow Chow	Goldendoodle	Blue Heeler
Origins	China	United States Canada	Australia
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Group	Companion Dogs	Companion Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Chowdren Chow	Curly Retriever Goldenpoo Curly Golden	Australian Cattle Dog Cattle Dog Queensland Heeler Red Heeler
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Chow Chow vs Goldendoodle vs Blue Heeler breed type comparison:	Purebred	Cross Breed	Purebred

Chow Chow vs Goldendoodle vs Blue Heeler Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Chow Chow or Goldendoodle or Blue Heeler? Which is the smallest dog, Chow Chow or Goldendoodle or Blue Heeler?	Medium	Large	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Chow Chow or Goldendoodle or Goldendoodle? Chow Chow vs Goldendoodle vs Blue Heeler weight comparison:	45-70 pounds (20-32 kg)	Miniature: 15-30 pounds (7-14 kg)Standard: 45-100 pounds (20-45 kg), Medium: 30-45 pounds (14-20 kg)	30-62 pounds (13-28 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	57.5 pounds (26 kg)	Miniature: 22.5 pounds (10.5 kg)Standard: 72.5 pounds (32.5 kg), Medium: 37.5 pounds (17 kg)	46 pounds (20.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Chow Chow or Goldendoodle or Blue Heeler? Chow Chow vs Goldendoodle vs Blue Heeler height comparison:	Male: 20-22 inches (51-56 cm), Female: 18-20 inches (46-51 cm)	13-24 inches (33-61 cm)	Male: 17-20 inches (43-51 cm), Female: 17-19 inches (43-48 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	20 inches (51 cm)	18.5 inches (47 cm)	Male: 18.5 inches (47 cm), Female: 18 inches (45.5 cm)

Chow Chow vs Goldendoodle vs Blue Heeler Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Chow Chow or Goldendoodle or Blue Heeler? Which is more expensive?	$600-$800	$600-$800	$400-$800
Availability Which is easier to get, Chow Chow or Goldendoodle or Blue Heeler?	Very frequent: The Chow Chow is quite easy to get.	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.

Chow Chow vs Goldendoodle vs Blue Heeler Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Chow Chow vs Goldendoodle vs Blue Heeler intelligence:	Low: The Chow Chow is one of the dog breeds that have the lowest degree of obedience intelligence. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Smart: The Blue Heeler dogs have great intelligence. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Chow Chow vs Goldendoodle vs Blue Heeler trainability comparison.	A slightly harder to train than average. See more.	Goldendoodle dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Blue Heeler dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Chow Chow or Goldendoodle or Blue Heeler?	Chow Chow dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Goldendoodle dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Blue Heeler dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Chow Chow or Goldendoodle or Blue Heeler? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Chow Chow dogs are average defenders. See more.	Goldendoodle dogs are not the best to protect their territory. See more.	Blue Heeler dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Chow Chow vs Goldendoodle vs Blue Heeler Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Chow Chow or Goldendoodle or Blue Heeler? Chow Chow vs Goldendoodle vs Blue Heeler behavior/temperament comparison:	Aloof Independent Protective Intelligent Loyal Quiet Detached	Energetic Intelligent Friendly Trainable	Active Protective Alert Intelligent Hard working Resourceful
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Chow Chow dogs are less sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	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: Chow Chow vs Goldendoodle vs Blue Heeler?	Slightly Below Average: Chow Chow dogs may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence. See more.	High: Goldendoodle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Slightly Below Average: Blue Heeler dogs may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Chow Chow vs Goldendoodle vs Blue Heeler social needs comparison:	Chow Chow dogs are kinda antisocial. See more.	Goldendoodle dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Blue Heeler dogs are kinda antisocial. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Chow Chow dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Goldendoodle dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Blue Heeler is strong enough to escape from home. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Chow Chow dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. 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.	Blue Heeler 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

Chow Chow vs Goldendoodle vs Blue Heeler Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Chow Chow vs Goldendoodle vs Blue Heeler playfulness comparison:	Chow Chows are not the most playful dog breed. See more.	The Goldendoodle is a playful breed. See more.	The Blue Heeler is a highly playful breed. See more.
Most Playful Dog Breeds
Barking Which dog barks more/less: Chow Chow vs Goldendoodle vs Blue Heeler?	Low: The Chow Chow barks none to minimal. See more.	Average: The Goldendoodle barks occasionally. See more.	Low to Average: The Blue Heeler 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 Chow Chow or Goldendoodle or Blue Heeler?	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 Chow Chow indoors.	Very house-friendly dog the Goldendoodle breed.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Blue Heeler breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Chow Chow vs Goldendoodle vs Blue Heeler Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Chow Chow dogs don't adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Goldendoodle dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Average: Blue Heeler dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Chow Chow or Goldendoodle or Blue Heeler?	Chow Chow dogs handle alone time quite well.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Blue Heeler dogs handle alone time quite well.

Chow Chow vs Goldendoodle vs Blue Heeler Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Chow Chow or Goldendoodle or Blue Heeler?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Chow Chow bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Goldendoodle bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Blue Heeler 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:	Moderate ⏺ The Chow Chow has an average chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Goldendoodle has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Blue Heeler has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Chow Chow vs Goldendoodle vs Blue Heeler mouthiness comparison:	Chow Chow dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Goldendoodle dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Blue Heeler dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.

Chow Chow vs Goldendoodle vs Blue Heeler Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Chow Chow vs Goldendoodle vs Blue Heeler health comparison. Which is the healthier: Chow Chow vs Goldendoodle vs Blue Heeler?	The Chow Chow is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Goldendoodles are commonly healthy dogs.	Blue Heelers are commonly healthy dogs.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Chow Chow vs Goldendoodle vs Blue Heeler? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Chow Chow vs Goldendoodle vs Blue Heeler health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Ectropion	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Allergies Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Bloat Addison's Disease Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis	No data available
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Chow Chow 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).	Rare The Blue Heeler should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Chow Chow vs Goldendoodle vs Blue Heeler lifespan comparison. How long do Chow Chow, Goldendoodle and Blue Heeler breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	13-15 years The average lifespan of Chow Chow: 14 years	9-15 years The average lifespan of Goldendoodle: 12 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Blue Heeler: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Chow Chow vs Goldendoodle vs Blue Heeler?	Prefers cold weather The Chow Chow can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also 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.

Chow Chow vs Goldendoodle vs Blue Heeler Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Chow Chow vs Goldendoodle vs Blue Heeler Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Chow Chow or Goldendoodle or Blue Heeler?	4 to 5 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.	1.5 to 2.5 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? Chow Chow vs Goldendoodle vs Blue Heeler weight gain potential comparison:	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Chow Chow's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average: The Goldendoodle has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Blue Heeler's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Chow Chow vs Goldendoodle vs Blue Heeler Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Chow Chow vs Goldendoodle vs Blue Heeler coat comparison:	Rough	Curly Wavy Smooth Straight	Dense
Colors What are the original Chow Chow, Goldendoodle and Blue Heeler color?	Black Red Blue Cream Cinnamon	Black Gray Red White Brown Yellow	Blue Red speckled Blue speckled Blue Mottled Red Mottled
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Chow Chow or Goldendoodle or Blue Heeler? Chow Chow vs Goldendoodle vs Blue Heeler grooming comparison:	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.	Effortless: The Blue Heeler requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Chow Chow or Goldendoodle or Blue Heeler? Chow Chow or Goldendoodle or {name3 shedding:	Chow Chow dogs shed above average. See more.	Goldendoodle dogs shed moderately. See more.	Blue Heeler 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: Chow Chow or Goldendoodle or Blue Heeler?	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. 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.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.
Hypoallergenic Chow Chow vs Goldendoodle vs Blue Heeler hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Chow Chow vs Goldendoodle vs Blue Heeler?	Medium ⏺ The Chow Chow has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Goldendoodle has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Blue Heeler has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Chow Chow is an average drooler. See more.	The Goldendoodle is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Blue Heeler is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Chow Chow vs Goldendoodle vs Blue Heeler Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Chow Chow dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.	Goldendoodle dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Blue Heeler dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Chow Chow or Goldendoodle or Blue Heeler? Which dog is more friendly?	Chow Chow dogs are not stranger friendly dogs.	Goldendoodle dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	Blue Heeler 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 Chow Chow or Goldendoodle or Blue Heeler?	Chow Chow dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.	Goldendoodle dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Blue Heeler dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Chow Chow or Goldendoodle or Blue Heeler?	Chow Chow dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Goldendoodle dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Blue Heeler dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Chow Chow or Goldendoodle or Blue Heeler?	Chow Chow dogs are not dog-friendly.	Goldendoodle dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Blue Heeler dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Chow Chow vs Goldendoodle vs Blue Heeler?	No Chow Chow dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.	Yes Goldendoodle dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Blue Heeler dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Chow Chow is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Goldendoodle is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Blue Heeler is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Chow Chows are not the best breed for elderly people.	Goldendoodles are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Blue Heelers are not the best breed for elderly people.

Chow Chow vs Goldendoodle vs Blue Heeler 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.	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 Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Chow Chow or Goldendoodle or Blue Heeler? Which is better for autism?	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.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a 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.	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.	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.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Chow Chow vs Goldendoodle vs Blue Heeler?	Not really Chow Chow 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.	Not really Blue Heeler 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	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.	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.

Chow Chow vs Goldendoodle vs Blue Heeler 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 Chow Chow and Goldendoodle and Blue Heeler have?	3-6 puppies	4-8 puppies	1-7 puppies
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Chow Chow vs Goldendoodle vs Blue Heeler Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1903 as a Non-Sporting breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Asian Spitz and related breeds section.	Not recognized by FCI.	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	Dog Registry of America Inc. American Canine Hybrid Club Designer Breed Registry Designer Dogs Kennel Club International Designer Canine Registry	No data available

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