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Garafian Shepherd vs Golden Retriever vs Polish Tatra Sheepdog Comparison - Dog breed selector: Pastor de Garafía or Golden Flat Coat or Polski Owczarek? Find the right dog for you

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Name Garafian Shepherd Golden Retriever Polish Tatra Sheepdog
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Group Pastoral / Herding Dogs Gun Dog Guard Dogs
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Pastor de Garafía
Garafian Shepherd
Golden Flat Coat
Yellow Retriever
Polski Owczarek
Tatra Mountain Sheepdog
Owczarek Podhalanski
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Garafian Shepherd vs Golden Retriever vs Polish Tatra Sheepdog breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Garafian Shepherd vs Golden Retriever vs Polish Tatra Sheepdog Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Garafian Shepherd or Golden Retriever or Polish Tatra Sheepdog? Which is the smallest dog, Garafian Shepherd or Golden Retriever or Polish Tatra Sheepdog?
Large Large Large
Weight
Which is heavier, Garafian Shepherd or Golden Retriever or Golden Retriever? Garafian Shepherd vs Golden Retriever vs Polish Tatra Sheepdog weight comparison:
Male: 62-77 pounds (28-35 kg), Female: 53-66 pounds (24-30 kg) Male: 60-80 pounds (27-36 kg), Female: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg) 80-130 pounds (36-59 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 69.5 pounds (31.5 kg), Female: 60.5 pounds (27 kg) Male: 70 pounds (31.5 kg), Female: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg) 105 pounds (47.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Garafian Shepherd or Golden Retriever or Polish Tatra Sheepdog? Garafian Shepherd vs Golden Retriever vs Polish Tatra Sheepdog height comparison:
Male: 22-25 inch (57-64 cm), Female: 21.5-24 inch (55-62 cm) Male: 22-24 inches (56-61cm), Female: 20-22 inches (51-56 cm) Female: 24-26 inches (60-65 cm), Male: 26-28 inches (65-70 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 23.5 inch (60.5 cm), Female: 23 inch (58.5 cm) Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 21 inches (53.5 cm) Female: 25 inches (62.5 cm), Male: 27 inches (67.5 cm)

Garafian Shepherd vs Golden Retriever vs Polish Tatra Sheepdog Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Garafian Shepherd or Golden Retriever or Polish Tatra Sheepdog? Which is more expensive?
Unknown $1000-$2000 $600-$800
Availability
Which is easier to get, Garafian Shepherd or Golden Retriever or Polish Tatra Sheepdog?
Average: The Garafian Shepherd is a commonly available dog breed.
Very frequent: The Golden Retriever is quite easy to get.
Average: The Polish Tatra Sheepdog is a commonly available dog breed.

Garafian Shepherd vs Golden Retriever vs Polish Tatra Sheepdog Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Garafian Shepherd vs Golden Retriever vs Polish Tatra Sheepdog intelligence:
Smart: The Garafian Shepherd dogs have great intelligence.
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Outstanding: Golden Retriever is one of the brightest dog breeds.
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Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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Trainability
Garafian Shepherd vs Golden Retriever vs Polish Tatra Sheepdog trainability comparison.
Garafian Shepherd dogs are easy to train.
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Golden Retriever dogs are easy to train.
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Polish Tatra Sheepdog dogs are quite easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Garafian Shepherd or Golden Retriever or Polish Tatra Sheepdog?
Garafian Shepherd dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Golden Retriever dogs are average watchdogs.
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Polish Tatra Sheepdog dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Garafian Shepherd or Golden Retriever or Polish Tatra Sheepdog? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Garafian Shepherd dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Golden Retriever dogs are average defenders.
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Polish Tatra Sheepdog dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Garafian Shepherd vs Golden Retriever vs Polish Tatra Sheepdog Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Garafian Shepherd or Golden Retriever or Polish Tatra Sheepdog? Garafian Shepherd vs Golden Retriever vs Polish Tatra Sheepdog behavior/temperament comparison:
Active
Playful
Protective
Intelligent
Friendly
Docile
Obedient
Social
Companionable
Herding
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Reliable
Kind
Trustworthy
Independent
Intelligent
Calm
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
Garafian Shepherd dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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Golden Retriever dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Garafian Shepherd vs Golden Retriever vs Polish Tatra Sheepdog?
Average: Garafian Shepherd dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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High: Golden Retriever dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Polish Tatra Sheepdog dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Garafian Shepherd vs Golden Retriever vs Polish Tatra Sheepdog social needs comparison:
Garafian Shepherd dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Golden Retriever dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Polish Tatra Sheepdog dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Garafian Shepherd dogs tend to escape less than other breeds.
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Golden Retriever dogs tend to escape less than other breeds.
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Polish Tatra Sheepdog dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Garafian Shepherd dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals.
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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.
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Polish Tatra Sheepdog 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.
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Garafian Shepherd vs Golden Retriever vs Polish Tatra Sheepdog Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Garafian Shepherd vs Golden Retriever vs Polish Tatra Sheepdog playfulness comparison:
The Garafian Shepherd is a highly playful breed.
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The Golden Retriever is a highly playful breed.
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Average: Polish Tatra Sheepdogs, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Garafian Shepherd vs Golden Retriever vs Polish Tatra Sheepdog?
Average to High: The Garafian Shepherd is a vocal breed.
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Low to Average: The Golden Retriever rarely barks.
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Low to Average: The Polish Tatra Sheepdog rarely barks.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Garafian Shepherd or Golden Retriever or Polish Tatra Sheepdog?
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Garafian Shepherd breed.
It is not recommended to keep the Golden Retriever breed in the home.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Polish Tatra Sheepdog breed.

Garafian Shepherd vs Golden Retriever vs Polish Tatra Sheepdog Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
Garafian Shepherd dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Golden Retriever dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Average: Polish Tatra Sheepdog dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Garafian Shepherd or Golden Retriever or Polish Tatra Sheepdog?
Garafian Shepherd 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.
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Garafian Shepherd vs Golden Retriever vs Polish Tatra Sheepdog Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Garafian Shepherd or Golden Retriever or Polish Tatra Sheepdog?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Garafian Shepherd bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Golden Retriever bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Polish Tatra Sheepdog bite force: Ordinary.
Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:

Low 🔽

The Garafian Shepherd has a low chance of biting somebody.

Moderate

The Golden Retriever has an average chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Polish Tatra Sheepdog has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Garafian Shepherd vs Golden Retriever vs Polish Tatra Sheepdog mouthiness comparison:
Garafian Shepherd dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Golden Retriever dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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Polish Tatra Sheepdog dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Garafian Shepherd vs Golden Retriever vs Polish Tatra Sheepdog Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Garafian Shepherd vs Golden Retriever vs Polish Tatra Sheepdog health comparison. Which is the healthier: Garafian Shepherd vs Golden Retriever vs Polish Tatra Sheepdog?
The Garafian Shepherd is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Golden Retrievers are commonly healthy dogs.
The Polish Tatra Sheepdog is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Garafian Shepherd vs Golden Retriever vs Polish Tatra Sheepdog? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Garafian Shepherd vs Golden Retriever vs Polish Tatra Sheepdog health problems comparison:
No data available Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Hypothyroidism
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Von Willebrand's Disease
Bloat
Epilepsy
Elbow Dysplasia
Osteochondrosis Dissecans
Hemangiosarcoma
Osteosarcoma
Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis
Hip Dysplasia
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Average
The Garafian Shepherd 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).
Average
The Polish Tatra Sheepdog should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Life Expectancy
Garafian Shepherd vs Golden Retriever vs Polish Tatra Sheepdog lifespan comparison. How long do Garafian Shepherd, Golden Retriever and Polish Tatra Sheepdog breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
9-13 years
The average lifespan of Garafian Shepherd: 11 years
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Golden Retriever: 11 years
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Polish Tatra Sheepdog: 11 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Garafian Shepherd vs Golden Retriever vs Polish Tatra Sheepdog?
Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
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Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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Garafian Shepherd vs Golden Retriever vs Polish Tatra Sheepdog Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Garafian Shepherd or Golden Retriever or Polish Tatra Sheepdog? Garafian Shepherd vs Golden Retriever vs Polish Tatra Sheepdog energy level comparison:
Garafian Shepherd dogs are high-energy dogs.
Golden Retriever dogs are high-energy dogs.
Polish Tatra Sheepdog dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Garafian Shepherd vs Golden Retriever vs Polish Tatra Sheepdog exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Garafian Shepherd or Golden Retriever or Polish Tatra Sheepdog? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Garafian Shepherd dogs need a lot of exercises.
Golden Retriever dogs need a lot of exercises.
Polish Tatra Sheepdog dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Garafian Shepherd or Golden Retriever or Polish Tatra Sheepdog?
Garafian Shepherd dogs don't need too much sleep.
Golden Retriever dogs don't need too much sleep.
Polish Tatra Sheepdog dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.

Garafian Shepherd vs Golden Retriever vs Polish Tatra Sheepdog Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Garafian Shepherd or Golden Retriever or Polish Tatra Sheepdog?
3 to 4.5 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. 5 to 6 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? Garafian Shepherd vs Golden Retriever vs Polish Tatra Sheepdog weight gain potential comparison:
Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Garafian Shepherd's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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High: The Golden Retriever breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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High: The Polish Tatra Sheepdog breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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Garafian Shepherd vs Golden Retriever vs Polish Tatra Sheepdog Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Garafian Shepherd vs Golden Retriever vs Polish Tatra Sheepdog coat comparison:
Dense
Soft
Thick
Dense Undercoat
Abundant
Silky
Wavy
Shiny
Straight
Silky
Colors
What are the original Garafian Shepherd, Golden Retriever and Polish Tatra Sheepdog color?
Fawn
Yellow
Orange
Grey
Brown & Yellow
Reddish-Brown
Golden Yellow
Golden
Light
Cream
White
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Garafian Shepherd or Golden Retriever or Polish Tatra Sheepdog? Garafian Shepherd vs Golden Retriever vs Polish Tatra Sheepdog grooming comparison:
Average: The Garafian Shepherd requires average grooming effort.
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Average: The Golden Retriever requires average grooming effort.
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Effortless: The Polish Tatra Sheepdog requires minimal grooming.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Garafian Shepherd or Golden Retriever or Polish Tatra Sheepdog? Garafian Shepherd or Golden Retriever or {name3 shedding:
Garafian Shepherd dogs shed above average.
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Golden Retriever dogs shed moderately.
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Polish Tatra Sheepdog dogs are low shedders.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Garafian Shepherd or Golden Retriever or Polish Tatra Sheepdog?
3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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2-3 weeks
Frequent. This breed has high-maintenance hair and may require a bath every 2-3 weeks.
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2-3 weeks
Frequent. This breed has high-maintenance hair and may require a bath every 2-3 weeks.
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Hypoallergenic
Garafian Shepherd vs Golden Retriever vs Polish Tatra Sheepdog hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?
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Stinkiness
Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Garafian Shepherd vs Golden Retriever vs Polish Tatra Sheepdog?

Medium

The Garafian Shepherd has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Golden Retriever has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Polish Tatra Sheepdog has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?
The Garafian Shepherd is an average drooler.
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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.
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The Polish Tatra Sheepdog is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Garafian Shepherd vs Golden Retriever vs Polish Tatra Sheepdog Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Garafian Shepherd dogs are generally with other pets.
Golden Retriever dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Polish Tatra Sheepdog dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Garafian Shepherd or Golden Retriever or Polish Tatra Sheepdog? Which dog is more friendly?
Garafian Shepherd dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Golden Retriever dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Polish Tatra Sheepdog dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Garafian Shepherd or Golden Retriever or Polish Tatra Sheepdog?
Garafian Shepherd dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Golden Retriever dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Polish Tatra Sheepdog dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Garafian Shepherd or Golden Retriever or Polish Tatra Sheepdog?
Garafian Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Golden Retriever dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Polish Tatra Sheepdog dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Garafian Shepherd or Golden Retriever or Polish Tatra Sheepdog?
Garafian Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Golden Retriever dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Polish Tatra Sheepdog dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Garafian Shepherd vs Golden Retriever vs Polish Tatra Sheepdog?
Yes
Garafian Shepherd 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.
Yes
Polish Tatra Sheepdog dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
Garafian Shepherd is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Yes
Golden Retriever is one of the best dog breeds for office environment
No
Polish Tatra Sheepdog is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
Garafian Shepherds are usually recommended for elderly people.
Golden Retrievers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Polish Tatra Sheepdogs are usually recommended for elderly people.

Garafian Shepherd vs Golden Retriever vs Polish Tatra Sheepdog 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.
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Yes

This breed makes good as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Therapy Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: Garafian Shepherd or Golden Retriever or Polish Tatra Sheepdog? Which is better for autism?

Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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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.

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.
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.

Yes

This breed would make an excellent 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: Garafian Shepherd vs Golden Retriever vs Polish Tatra Sheepdog?

Not really

Garafian Shepherd breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Yes

Golden Retriever breed usually likes being on a boat.
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Not really

Polish Tatra Sheepdog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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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.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Yes

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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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.

Garafian Shepherd vs Golden Retriever vs Polish Tatra Sheepdog 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.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Litter Size
How many puppies can Garafian Shepherd and Golden Retriever and Polish Tatra Sheepdog have?
1-11 puppies 5-10 puppies 3-5 puppies

Garafian Shepherd vs Golden Retriever vs Polish Tatra Sheepdog 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 1925 as a Sporting breed. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI?
Not recognized by FCI. Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Retrievers section. Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section.
Breed Recognition
What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?
No data available 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.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
American Canine Association, Inc.
United Kennel Club
American Rare Breed Association
Polish Tatra Sheepdog Club Of America
Polish Kennel Club

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