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Name	Dachshund	French Bulldog	Golden Retriever
Origins	Germany	England France	Scotland
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Bassotto Sausage Dog Tekkel Tekkel Doxie Weenie Dog Worshond Teckel	Bouledogue Français Frenchie	Golden Flat Coat Yellow Retriever
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Dachshund vs French Bulldog vs Golden Retriever breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Dachshund vs French Bulldog vs Golden Retriever Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Dachshund or French Bulldog or Golden Retriever? Which is the smallest dog, Dachshund or French Bulldog or Golden Retriever?	Small	Small	Large
Weight Which is heavier, Dachshund or French Bulldog or French Bulldog? Dachshund vs French Bulldog vs Golden Retriever weight comparison:	Toy: 8-11 pounds (3.5-5.0 kg)Standard: 16-32 pounds (7-15 kg), Miniature: 12 pounds (5.5 kg)	18-30 pounds (8-14 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?	Toy: 9.5 pounds (3.5-5.0 kg)Standard: 24 pounds (11 kg), Miniature: 12 pounds (5.5 kg)	There are two weight classes of French Bulldog: 19 - 22 pounds (9 - 10 kg) and 22 - 28 pounds (10 - 13 kg). Over 28 pounds is a disqualification.	Male: 70 pounds (31.5 kg), Female: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Dachshund or French Bulldog or Golden Retriever? Dachshund vs French Bulldog vs Golden Retriever height comparison:	Toy: 12 inches (30 cm)Standard: 8-11 inches (20-27 cm), Miniature: 5-7 inches (13-18 cm)	13–16 inches (33–40 cm)	Male: 22-24 inches (56-61cm), Female: 20-22 inches (51-56 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Toy: 12 inches (30 cm)Standard: 9.5 inches (23.5 cm), Miniature: 6 inches (15.5 cm)	14.5 inches (36.5 cm)	Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 21 inches (53.5 cm)

Dachshund vs French Bulldog vs Golden Retriever Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Dachshund or French Bulldog or Golden Retriever? Which is more expensive?	$500-$700	$2000-$4000	$1000-$2000
Availability Which is easier to get, Dachshund or French Bulldog or Golden Retriever?	Very frequent: The Dachshund is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The French Bulldog is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Golden Retriever is quite easy to get.

Dachshund vs French Bulldog vs Golden Retriever Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Dachshund vs French Bulldog vs Golden Retriever intelligence:	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. 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 Dachshund vs French Bulldog vs Golden Retriever trainability comparison.	Dachshund dogs are easy to train. See more.	French Bulldog 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: Dachshund or French Bulldog or Golden Retriever?	Dachshund dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	French Bulldog dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Golden Retriever dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Dachshund or French Bulldog or Golden Retriever? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Dachshund dogs are average defenders. See more.	French Bulldog dogs are average defenders. See more.	Golden Retriever dogs are average defenders. See more.
Guard Dog Breeds List

Dachshund vs French Bulldog vs Golden Retriever Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Dachshund or French Bulldog or Golden Retriever? Dachshund vs French Bulldog vs Golden Retriever behavior/temperament comparison:	Playful Stubborn Courageous Devoted Lively Clever	Playful Alert Affectionate Patient Lively Keen Easygoing Athletic Bright	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.	French Bulldog 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: Dachshund vs French Bulldog vs Golden Retriever?	High: Dachshund dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: French Bulldog 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.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Dachshund vs French Bulldog vs Golden Retriever social needs comparison:	Dachshund dogs are a social breed. See more.	French Bulldog dogs need a lot of social interaction. 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?	Dachshund dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	French Bulldog 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? Which can be better for hunting?	Dachshund dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	French Bulldog 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

Dachshund vs French Bulldog vs Golden Retriever Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Dachshund vs French Bulldog vs Golden Retriever playfulness comparison:	Average: Dachshunds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	French Bulldogs are not the most playful dog breed. See more.	The Golden Retriever is a highly playful breed. See more.
Most Playful Dog Breeds
Barking Which dog barks more/less: Dachshund vs French Bulldog vs Golden Retriever?	A lot: Dachshund is a particularly loud breed. See more.	Low: The French Bulldog 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
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Dachshund or French Bulldog or Golden Retriever?	Apartment-friendly dog the Dachshund breed.	Very house-friendly dog the French Bulldog 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

Dachshund vs French Bulldog vs Golden Retriever Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Dachshund dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	French Bulldog 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: Dachshund or French Bulldog or Golden Retriever?	Dachshund 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.	French Bulldog dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Golden Retriever dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Dachshund vs French Bulldog vs Golden Retriever Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Dachshund vs French Bulldog vs Golden Retriever Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Dachshund vs French Bulldog vs Golden Retriever health comparison. Which is the healthier: Dachshund vs French Bulldog vs Golden Retriever?	The Dachshund is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The French Bulldog 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: Dachshund vs French Bulldog vs Golden Retriever? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Dachshund vs French Bulldog vs Golden Retriever health problems comparison:	Legg-perthes Disease Cancer Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Epilepsy Deafness Intervertebral Disk Disease Elbow Dysplasia Demodectic Mange Mitral Valve Disease Cushing's Syndrome Acanthosis Nigricans Baldness Canine Diabetes Mellitus Lymphocytic Thyroiditis Narcolepsy	Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Allergies Von Willebrand's Disease Intervertebral Disk Disease Cleft Palate Brachycephalic Syndrome Elongated Soft Palate Hemi-vertebrae	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?	Average The Dachshund should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The French Bulldog 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).
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Dachshund vs French Bulldog vs Golden Retriever lifespan comparison. How long do Dachshund, French Bulldog and Golden Retriever breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	11-15 years The average lifespan of Dachshund: 13 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of French Bulldog: 11 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: Dachshund vs French Bulldog vs Golden Retriever?	Prefers warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. See more.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. 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.

Dachshund vs French Bulldog vs Golden Retriever Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Dachshund or French Bulldog or Golden Retriever? Dachshund vs French Bulldog vs Golden Retriever energy level comparison:	Dachshund dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.	French Bulldog 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 Dachshund vs French Bulldog vs Golden Retriever exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Dachshund or French Bulldog or Golden Retriever? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Dachshund dogs have an average exercise need.	French Bulldog dogs exercise need is minimal.	Golden Retriever dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Dachshund or French Bulldog or Golden Retriever?	Dachshund dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	French Bulldog 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

Dachshund vs French Bulldog vs Golden Retriever Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Dachshund or French Bulldog or Golden Retriever?	1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	Recommended daily amount: 1 to 1.5 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
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Dachshund vs French Bulldog vs Golden Retriever weight gain potential comparison:	High: The Dachshund breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the French Bulldog'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

Dachshund vs French Bulldog vs Golden Retriever Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Dachshund vs French Bulldog vs Golden Retriever coat comparison:	Fine	Fine Smooth Short Close in texture	Silky Wavy Shiny Straight
Colors What are the original Dachshund, French Bulldog and Golden Retriever color?	Black Tan Red Blue White Silver Brown	Cream White Fawn Brindle	Golden Light
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Dachshund or French Bulldog or Golden Retriever? Dachshund vs French Bulldog vs Golden Retriever grooming comparison:	Easy to groom: The Dachshund doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The French Bulldog 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
Shedding Level Who sheds more Dachshund or French Bulldog or Golden Retriever? Dachshund or French Bulldog or {name3 shedding:	Dachshund dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	French Bulldog dogs are low shedders. 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: Dachshund or French Bulldog 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 Dachshund vs French Bulldog vs Golden Retriever 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, Dachshund vs French Bulldog vs Golden Retriever?	Low 🔽 The Dachshund has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The French Bulldog 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 Dachshund is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The French Bulldog 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.

Dachshund vs French Bulldog vs Golden Retriever Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Dachshund dogs are generally with other pets.	French Bulldog 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 Dachshund or French Bulldog or Golden Retriever? Which dog is more friendly?	Dachshund dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	French Bulldog dogs are 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
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Dachshund or French Bulldog or Golden Retriever?	Dachshund dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.	French Bulldog dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.	Golden Retriever dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Dachshund or French Bulldog or Golden Retriever?	Dachshund dogs are average friendly towards cats.	French Bulldog 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 Dachshund or French Bulldog or Golden Retriever?	Dachshund dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	French Bulldog dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Golden Retriever dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Dachshund vs French Bulldog vs Golden Retriever?	Yes Dachshund dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes French Bulldog 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 Dachshund is not the best dog breed for office environment.	Yes French Bulldog is one of the best dog breeds 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?	Dachshunds are not the best breed for elderly people.	French Bulldogs are not the best breed for elderly people.	Golden Retrievers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Dachshund vs French Bulldog vs Golden Retriever 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.	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Dachshund or French Bulldog or Golden Retriever? Which is better for autism?	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect 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?	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.	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: Dachshund vs French Bulldog vs Golden Retriever?	Not really Dachshund breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really French Bulldog 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.

Dachshund vs French Bulldog 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 Dachshund and French Bulldog and Golden Retriever have?	4-8 puppies	3-5 puppies	5-10 puppies
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Dachshund vs French Bulldog vs Golden Retriever Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Hound breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1898 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?	Recognized by FCI in the Dachshunds group, in the section.	Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Small Molossian type Dogs 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?	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 Canadian 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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