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Dalmatian vs Golden Retriever Comparison – Which dog is better Dal or Yellow Retriever?

"Find similarities and differences between Dalmatian vs Golden Retriever" Compare Dalmatian and Golden Retriever. Which is better: Dalmatian or Golden Retriever?
Name Dalmatian Golden Retriever
OriginsCroatia Scotland
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Group Companion Dogs Gun Dog
Popularity Rank633
Reviews19
User Ratings

Other Names
What other names do they have?
Dal, Dally, Carriage Dog, Spotted Coach Dog, Firehouse Dog, Plum Pudding Dog Yellow Retriever, Golden Flat Coat
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Dalmatian vs Golden Retriever breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred
AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1888 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 Scent hounds and related breeds group, in the Related 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?
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
Price
Which is cheaper, Dalmatian or Golden Retriever? Which is more expensive? What is the difference in price between Dalmatian and Golden Retriever?
$500-$600 $1000-$2000
Availability
Very frequent
Very frequent

Dalmatian vs Golden Retriever General Appearance & Basic Info Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Dalmatian or Golden Retriever? Dalmatian vs Golden Retriever size comparison:
Large Large
Weight
Which is heavier, Dalmatian or Golden Retriever? Dalmatian vs Golden Retriever weight comparison:
about 55 pounds (25 kg) Male: 60-80 pounds (27-36 kg), Female: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg)
Avg. Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
about 55 pounds (25 kg) Male: 70 pounds (31.5 kg), Female: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Dalmatian or Golden Retriever? Dalmatian vs Golden Retriever height comparison:
Male: 22 - 24 inches (50 – 60 cm), Female: 20 - 22 inches (50 - 55 cm) Male: 22-24 inches (56-61cm), Female: 20-22 inches (51-56 cm)
Avg. Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 22 - 24 inches (50 – 60 cm), Female: 20 - 22 inches (50 - 55 cm) Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 21 inches (53.5 cm)

Dalmatian vs Golden Retriever Hair & Care Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Dalmatian vs Golden Retriever coat comparison:
Fine Silky
Wavy
Shiny
Straight
Colors
What are the original Dalmatian and Golden Retriever color? Dalmatian vs Golden Retriever color comparison:
White
Liver
Brown
Black 		Golden
Light
Grooming
Which is easy to maintain, Dalmatian or Golden Retriever? Dalmatian vs Golden Retriever grooming comparison:
Effortless: The Dalmatian requires minimal grooming.
Average: The Golden Retriever requires average grooming effort.
Shedding Level
Who sheds more Dalmatian or Golden Retriever? Dalmatian vs Golden Retriever shedding:
Dalmatians are heavy shedders.
Golden Retrievers shed moderately.
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Dalmatian or Golden Retriever?
3-4 weeks
More often than average.
 2-3 weeks
Frequent.

Dalmatian vs Golden Retriever Characteristics Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Dalmatian or Golden Retriever? Dalmatian vs Golden Retriever behavior/temperament comparison:
Active
Friendly
Outgoing
Sensitive
Energetic
Intelligent
Playful 		Confident
Intelligent
Reliable
Friendly
Kind
Trustworthy
Intelligent Rank
Which dog has more intelligence? Is a Dalmatian or Golden Retriever smarter? Which is best? Dalmatian vs Golden Retriever intelligence:
Smart: Dalmatian's has great intelligence.
Outstanding: Golden Retriever is one of the brightest dog breeds.
Trainability
Dalmatian vs Golden Retriever trainability comparison. What's the difference between Dalmatian vs Golden Retriever?
Dalmatians are quite easy to train.
Golden Retrievers are easy to train.
Playfulness
Dalmatian vs Golden Retriever playfulness comparison:
The Dalmatian is a highly playful breed.
The Golden Retriever is a highly playful breed.
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Dalmatian vs Golden Retriever?
They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
Golden Retrievers have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Dalmatian vs Golden Retriever?
Dalmatians are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
Golden Retrievers are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
Social Needs
Dalmatian vs Golden Retriever social needs comparison:
Dalmatians need a lot of social interaction.
Golden Retrievers need a lot of social interaction.
Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Dalmatian vs Golden Retriever?
Average: The Dalmatian barks occasionally.
Low to Average: The Golden Retriever rarely barks.
Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Dalmatian or Golden Retriever?
Dalmatians are average watchdogs.
Golden Retrievers are average watchdogs.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Dalmatians are average defenders.
Golden Retrievers are average defenders.
Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:
Low
The Dalmatian has a low chance of biting somebody.
 Moderate
The Golden Retriever has an average chance of biting somebody.
Bite Force
Which bite is stronger: Dalmatian or Golden Retriever?
Between 200 and 400 PSI
Ordinary: Average dogs have bite force between 200 and 400 PSI.
 Between 200 and 400 PSI
Ordinary: Average dogs have bite force between 200 and 400 PSI.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Dalmatian vs Golden Retriever mouthiness comparison:
Dalmatians have lower than average tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
Golden Retrievers have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between Dalmatian vs Golden Retriever?
Wanderlust potential of the Dalmatian is strong enough to escape from home.
Golden Retrievers tend to escape less than other breeds.
Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between Dalmatian vs Golden Retriever? Which can be better for hunting?
Dalmatians have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals.
Golden Retrievers 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.
Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Dalmatian or Golden Retriever?
Nem lakásbarát kutya Dalmatian.
Nem ajánlott lakásban tartani Golden Retriever kutyafajtát.
Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
Dalmatians adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Golden Retrievers adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Dalmatian or Golden Retriever?
Dalmatians tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
Golden Retrievers tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
Fighting 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.

Dalmatian vs Golden Retriever Good With Comparison

Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Dalmatian or Golden Retriever? Which dog is more friendly?
Dalmatians are average friendly towards strangers.
Golden Retrievers are very stranger friendly dogs.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Dalmatian or Golden Retriever?
Dalmatians are very kid-friendly dogs.
Golden Retrievers are very kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Dalmatian or Golden Retriever?
Dalmatians are average friendly towards cats.
Golden Retrievers are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Dalmatian or Golden Retriever?
Dalmatians are very dog-friendly dogs.
Golden Retrievers are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is best for first time owners: Dalmatian vs Golden Retriever?
No
Dalmatians are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.
 Yes
Golden Retrievers are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Service Dog
Which one could be a service dog?
Yes
This breed makes good as a service dog.
 Yes
This breed makes good as a service dog.
Therapy Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: Dalmatian or Golden Retriever? Which is better for autism?
Yes
This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
 Yes
This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog
Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?
Not really
A detection dog or sniffer dog is a dog that is trained to use its senses (mostly its smell) to detect substances such as explosives, illegal drugs, wildlife scat, currency, blood, and contraband electronics such as illicit mobile phones.
 Yes
A detection dog or sniffer dog is a dog that is trained to use its senses (mostly its smell) to detect substances such as explosives, illegal drugs, wildlife scat, currency, blood, and contraband electronics such as illicit mobile phones.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
Dalmatian is not the best dog breed for office environment.
 Yes
Golden Retriever is one of the best dog breeds for office environment
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR)
Which one could be a search and rescue dog?
Not really
The use of dogs in search and rescue (SAR) is a valuable component in wilderness tracking, natural disasters, mass casualty events, and in locating missing people.
 Yes
The use of dogs in search and rescue (SAR) is a valuable component in wilderness tracking, natural disasters, mass casualty events, and in locating missing people.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
Dalmatians are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Golden Retrievers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Boat Dog
Which one could be a boat dog: Dalmatian vs Golden Retriever?
Not really
Dalmatian breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
 Yes
Golden Retriever breed usually likes being on a boat.
Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Dalmatians are generally with other pets.
Golden Retrievers are usually friendly towards other pets.
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.
 Not really
A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.

Dalmatian vs Golden Retriever Health Factors Comparison

Health Issues
Dalmatian vs Golden Retriever health comparison. Which is the healthier: Dalmatian vs Golden Retriever?
Dalmatians are commonly healthy dogs.
Golden Retrievers are commonly healthy dogs.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Dalmatian vs Golden Retriever? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Dalmatian vs Golden Retriever health problems comparison:
Allergies
Deafness
Hip Dysplasia
Iris Sphincter Dysplasia
Skin Allergies
Urolithiasis 		Allergies
Bloat
Cataracts
Elbow Dysplasia
Epilepsy
Hemangiosarcoma
Hip Dysplasia
Hypothyroidism
Osteochondrosis Dissecans
Osteosarcoma
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis
Von Willebrand's Disease
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Dalmatian vs Golden Retriever?
Rare
The Dalmatian 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).
Life Expectancy
Dalmatian vs Golden Retriever lifespan comparison. How long do Dalmatian and Golden Retriever breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy? What is the age limit of the Dalmatian and Golden Retriever?
12-14 years 10-12 years
Calculate dog years to human years by breed here
Hypoallergenic
Dalmatian vs Golden Retriever hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?
No No
Energy Level
Who has more energy a Dalmatian or Golden Retriever? Dalmatian vs Golden Retriever energy level comparison:
Dalmatians are high energy dogs.
Golden Retrievers are high energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Dalmatian vs Golden Retriever exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Dalmatian or Golden Retriever? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Dalmatians need a lot of exercises.
Golden Retrievers need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Dalmatian or Golden Retriever?
Dalmatians don't need too much sleep.
Golden Retrievers don't need too much sleep.
Avg. daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Dalmatian or Golden Retriever? Does the Dalmatian breed eat more than the Golden Retriever breed?
Recommended daily amount: 1.5 to 2 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.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Dalmatian vs Golden Retriever weight gain potential comparison:
Average to High.
High: The Golden Retriever breed has a strong tendency to overweight.
Weather & Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Dalmatian vs Golden Retriever?
Tolerates warm and cold weather. Tolerates warm and cold weather.
Stinkiness
Which dog breed smells least? Which dog smells most? Which is best, Dalmatian or Golden Retriever?
Low
The Dalmatian has a low 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? What's the difference between Dalmatian vs Golden Retriever?
The Dalmatian is a perfect example for very low drooling tendency.
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.

Dalmatian vs Golden Retriever Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length 60-64 days 60-64 days
Litter Frequency Once a year.
More frequent breeding is not healthy.
 Once a year.
More frequent breeding is not healthy.
Litter Size
How many puppies can Dalmatian and Golden Retriever have? Dalmatian vs Golden Retriever litter size comparison:
6-9 puppies 5-10 puppies
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