Doberman Pinscher vs Golden Retriever Comparison – Which dog is better Doberman or Golden Flat Coat?

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

Doberman Pinscher vs Golden Retriever Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Which is bigger: a Doberman Pinscher or a Golden Retriever? Compare size differences between these breeds.	Medium	Large
Weight Statistics Compare weight ranges between a Doberman Pinscher and a Golden Retriever. Which breed is heavier?	Male: 88-99 pounds (40-45 kg), Female: 71-77 pounds (32-35 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: 93.5 pounds (42.5 kg), Female: 74 pounds (33.5 kg)	Male: 70 pounds (31.5 kg), Female: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Doberman Pinscher or Golden Retriever? Is a Doberman Pinscher taller than a Golden Retriever?	Male: 26-28 inches (66-71cm), 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: 27 inches (68.5 cm), Female: 25 inches (63.5 cm)	Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 21 inches (53.5 cm)

Doberman Pinscher vs Golden Retriever Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy prices between a Doberman Pinscher and a Golden Retriever. Which breed costs more?	$800-$1000	$1000-$2000
Availability Which is easier to get, Doberman Pinscher or Golden Retriever?	Very frequent: The Doberman Pinscher is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Golden Retriever is quite easy to get.

Doberman Pinscher vs Golden Retriever Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Which is smarter: a Doberman Pinscher or a Golden Retriever? Compare intelligence rankings and learning abilities.	Outstanding: Doberman Pinscher is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Outstanding: Golden Retriever is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Training Difficulty Which is easier to train: a Doberman Pinscher or a Golden Retriever? Compare training requirements.	Doberman Pinscher 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 Doberman Pinscher or a Golden Retriever? Compare alertness levels.	Doberman Pinscher dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Golden Retriever dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Which is more protective: a Doberman Pinscher or a Golden Retriever? Compare territorial behaviors.	Doberman Pinscher dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Golden Retriever dogs are average defenders. See more.
Guard Dog Breeds List

Doberman Pinscher vs Golden Retriever Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits Compare personalities of a Doberman Pinscher and a Golden Retriever. How do their temperaments differ?	Energetic Alert Intelligent Obedient Loyal Fearless	Intelligent Confident Friendly Reliable Kind Trustworthy
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Doberman Pinscher vs Golden Retriever?	Sensitive: Doberman Pinscher dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. 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: Doberman Pinscher vs Golden Retriever?	High: Doberman Pinscher 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 Doberman Pinscher vs Golden Retriever social needs comparison:	Doberman Pinscher 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 Doberman Pinscher vs Golden Retriever?	Doberman Pinscher 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? What's the difference between Doberman Pinscher vs Golden Retriever? Which can be better for hunting?	Their prey drive is low. 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

Doberman Pinscher vs Golden Retriever Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Which breed barks more: a Doberman Pinscher or a Golden Retriever? Compare vocalization tendencies.	Low to Average: The Doberman Pinscher 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
Playful Nature Which breed is more playful: a Doberman Pinscher or a Golden Retriever? Compare play drive and energy.	Average: Doberman Pinschers, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Golden Retriever is a highly playful breed. See more.
Most Playful Dog Breeds
Apartment Adaptability Which is better for apartments: a Doberman Pinscher or a Golden Retriever? Compare living space needs.	Very house-friendly dog the Doberman Pinscher 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

Doberman Pinscher vs Golden Retriever Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Which adapts better to changes: a Doberman Pinscher or a Golden Retriever? Compare adaptability levels.	Doberman Pinscher 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.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Doberman Pinscher 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.

Doberman Pinscher vs Golden Retriever Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Which has lower bite risk: a Doberman Pinscher or a Golden Retriever? Compare biting tendencies.	Moderate ⏺ The Doberman Pinscher has an average chance of biting somebody.	Moderate ⏺ The Golden Retriever has an average chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Which is more mouthy: a Doberman Pinscher or a Golden Retriever? Compare mouthing behaviors.	Doberman Pinscher 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.
Bite Strength Rating Which has a stronger bite: a Doberman Pinscher or a Golden Retriever? Compare bite force PSI.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Doberman Pinscher 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

Doberman Pinscher vs Golden Retriever Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Which lives longer: a Doberman Pinscher or a Golden Retriever? Compare average lifespans.	10-12 years The average lifespan of Doberman Pinscher: 11 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Golden Retriever: 11 years
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Climate Tolerance Which handles weather better: a Doberman Pinscher or a Golden Retriever? Compare climate tolerances.	Prefers warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. 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 Doberman Pinscher and a Golden Retriever. Which breed is healthier?	Doberman Pinschers are commonly healthy dogs.	Golden Retrievers are commonly healthy dogs.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Doberman Pinscher vs Golden Retriever?	Rare The Doberman Pinscher 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).
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Doberman Pinscher vs Golden Retriever? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Doberman Pinscher vs Golden Retriever health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Wobbler's Syndrome Cardiomyopathy	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Allergies Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Bloat Epilepsy Elbow Dysplasia Osteochondrosis Dissecans Hemangiosarcoma Osteosarcoma Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis

Doberman Pinscher vs Golden Retriever Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Which breed is more energetic: a Doberman Pinscher or a Golden Retriever? Compare activity levels.	Doberman Pinscher dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Golden Retriever dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Doberman Pinscher vs Golden Retriever exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Doberman Pinscher or Golden Retriever? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Doberman Pinscher dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Golden Retriever dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Doberman Pinscher or Golden Retriever?	Doberman Pinscher 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

Doberman Pinscher vs Golden Retriever Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Which gains weight easier: a Doberman Pinscher or a Golden Retriever? Compare obesity risks.	Average: The Doberman Pinscher 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
Food Consumption Which eats more: a Doberman Pinscher or a Golden Retriever? Compare daily food needs.	5 to 6 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

Doberman Pinscher vs Golden Retriever Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Which is more hypoallergenic: a Doberman Pinscher or a Golden Retriever? Compare allergy friendliness.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Coat Colors What color variations exist for Doberman Pinscher and Golden Retriever? Compare breed colors.	Black Tan Red Blue White Brown	Golden Light
Grooming Requirements Which needs more grooming: a Doberman Pinscher or a Golden Retriever? Compare maintenance needs.	Easy to groom: The Doberman Pinscher 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 Doberman Pinscher or a Golden Retriever? Compare drooling amounts.	The Doberman Pinscher 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.	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 Doberman Pinscher or a Golden Retriever? Compare natural smell levels.	Medium ⏺ The Doberman Pinscher has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Golden Retriever has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics How do coats differ between a Doberman Pinscher and a Golden Retriever? Compare fur types.	Fine	Silky Wavy Shiny Straight
Bathing Needs Which needs more baths: a Doberman Pinscher or a Golden Retriever? Compare bathing frequencies.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. 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 Doberman Pinscher or Golden Retriever? Do Doberman Pinscher dogs shed more than Golden Retriever dogs?	Doberman Pinscher dogs shed moderately. See more.	Golden Retriever dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most

Doberman Pinscher vs Golden Retriever Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Which is better with children: a Doberman Pinscher or a Golden Retriever? Compare kid-friendliness.	Doberman Pinscher dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.	Golden Retriever dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Doberman Pinscher dogs are generally with other pets.	Golden Retriever dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Doberman Pinscher or Golden Retriever? Which dog is more friendly?	Doberman Pinscher dogs are not 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
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Doberman Pinscher or Golden Retriever?	Doberman Pinscher 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 Doberman Pinscher or Golden Retriever? Can a Doberman Pinscher and a Golden Retriever be friends? Do Doberman Pinscher dogs get along with Golden Retriever dogs?	Doberman Pinscher dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Golden Retriever dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: Doberman Pinscher vs Golden Retriever?	Yes Doberman Pinscher 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 Doberman Pinscher 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?	Doberman Pinschers are commonly okay with elderly people.	Golden Retrievers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Doberman Pinscher vs Golden Retriever As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Which makes a better service dog: a Doberman Pinscher 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 Doberman Pinscher or a Golden Retriever? Compare therapy capabilities.	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
Scent Detection Ability Which is better at detection work: a Doberman Pinscher 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 Doberman Pinscher 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 Doberman Pinscher or a Golden Retriever? Compare maritime abilities.	Not really Doberman Pinscher 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 Doberman Pinscher or a Golden Retriever? Compare draft work capabilities.	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.
Military Service Background Compare military history between Doberman Pinscher and Golden Retriever. Which has stronger military background?	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Doberman Pinscher vs Golden Retriever Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare litter sizes between Doberman Pinscher and Golden Retriever. Which has larger litters?	6-10 puppies	5-10 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare pregnancy duration between Doberman Pinscher and Golden Retriever breeds.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding frequencies between Doberman Pinscher 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.

Doberman Pinscher vs Golden Retriever Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC classifications of Doberman Pinscher and Golden Retriever. Which groups do they belong to?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1908 as a Working breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1925 as a Sporting breed.
FCI Classification Compare FCI classifications of Doberman Pinscher 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 Pinscher and Schnauzer 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 Doberman Pinscher 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 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 United Kennel Club

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