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Golden Retriever vs American White Shepherd vs Great Pyrenees Comparison - Dog breed selector: Golden Flat Coat or White Canadian Shepherd or Chien De Montagne Des Pyrénées? Find the right dog for you

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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Golden Retriever, American White Shepherd, and Great Pyrenees breeds.
Golden Flat Coat
Yellow Retriever
White Canadian Shepherd
American White Shepherd
Chien De Montagne Des Pyrénées
Chien Des Pyrénées
Gos De Muntanya Dels Pirineus
Montañés Del Pirineo
Patou
Great Pyrenees
Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between Golden Retriever, American White Shepherd, and Great Pyrenees? Compare their breeding categories.
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Golden Retriever vs American White Shepherd vs Great Pyrenees Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Compare size differences between Golden Retriever, American White Shepherd, and Great Pyrenees. Which breed is the largest?
Large Large Giant
Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between Golden Retriever, American White Shepherd, and Great Pyrenees? Compare adult weight ranges.
Male: 60-80 pounds (27-36 kg), Female: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg) Male: 66-88 pounds (30-40 kg), Female: 49-71 pounds (22-32 kg) Male: from 100 pounds (45 kg), Female: from 85 pounds (38 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 70 pounds (31.5 kg), Female: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg) Male: 77 pounds (35 kg), Female: 60 pounds (27 kg) Male: from 100 pounds (45 kg), Female: from 85 pounds (38 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Golden Retriever or American White Shepherd or Great Pyrenees? Golden Retriever vs American White Shepherd vs Great Pyrenees height comparison:
Male: 22-24 inches (56-61cm), Female: 20-22 inches (51-56 cm) Male: 24-26 inches (60-65 cm), Female: 22-24 inches (55-60 cm) Male: 27-32 inches (69-81 cm), Female: 25-29 inches (63-74 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 21 inches (53.5 cm) Male: 25 inches (62.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (57.5 cm) Male: 29.5 inches (75 cm), Female: 27 inches (68.5 cm)

Golden Retriever vs American White Shepherd vs Great Pyrenees Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range
Compare puppy costs for Golden Retriever, American White Shepherd, and Great Pyrenees. Find price differences between these breeds.
$1000-$2000 $1800-$2500 $500-$600
Availability
Which is easier to get, Golden Retriever or American White Shepherd or Great Pyrenees?
Very frequent: The Golden Retriever 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.
Very frequent: The Great Pyrenees is quite easy to get.

Golden Retriever vs American White Shepherd vs Great Pyrenees Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between Golden Retriever, American White Shepherd, and Great Pyrenees. Which breed ranks highest?
Outstanding: Golden Retriever is one of the brightest dog breeds.
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Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between Golden Retriever, American White Shepherd, and Great Pyrenees. Which is easiest to train?
Golden Retriever dogs are easy to train.
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American White Shepherd dogs are easy to train.
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Great Pyrenees dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of Golden Retriever, American White Shepherd, and Great Pyrenees. Which breed is most alert?
Golden Retriever dogs are average watchdogs.
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American White Shepherd dogs are good watchdogs.
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Great Pyrenees dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between Golden Retriever, American White Shepherd, and Great Pyrenees. Which breed is most protective?
Golden Retriever dogs are average defenders.
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American White Shepherd dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Great Pyrenees dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Golden Retriever vs American White Shepherd vs Great Pyrenees Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between Golden Retriever, American White Shepherd, and Great Pyrenees? Compare temperaments.
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Reliable
Kind
Trustworthy
Aloof
Alert
Selfish
Fearless
Eager
Companionable
Confidence
Confident
Affectionate
Patient
Gentle
Strong
Willed
Fearless
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
Golden Retriever dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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American White Shepherd 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: Golden Retriever vs American White Shepherd vs Great Pyrenees?
High: Golden Retriever dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Average to High: American White Shepherd dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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Average: Great Pyrenees dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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Social Needs
Golden Retriever vs American White Shepherd vs Great Pyrenees social needs comparison:
Golden Retriever dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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American White Shepherd dogs are a social breed.
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Great Pyrenees dogs are a social breed.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Golden Retriever dogs tend to escape less than other breeds.
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American White Shepherd dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Great Pyrenees dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
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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American White Shepherd 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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Great Pyrenees dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Golden Retriever vs American White Shepherd vs Great Pyrenees Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of Golden Retriever, American White Shepherd, and Great Pyrenees. Which breed is most vocal?
Low to Average: The Golden Retriever rarely barks.
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Low to Average: The American White Shepherd rarely barks.
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Average to High: The Great Pyrenees is a vocal breed.
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between Golden Retriever, American White Shepherd, and Great Pyrenees. Which breed is most playful?
The Golden Retriever is a highly playful breed.
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The American White Shepherd is a playful breed.
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Great Pyreneess are not the most playful dog breed.
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Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of Golden Retriever, American White Shepherd, and Great Pyrenees. Which adapts best to small spaces?
It is not recommended to keep the Golden Retriever breed in the home.
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 American White Shepherd indoors.
It is not recommended to keep the Great Pyrenees breed in the home.

Golden Retriever vs American White Shepherd vs Great Pyrenees Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between Golden Retriever, American White Shepherd, and Great Pyrenees. Which breed is most flexible?
Golden Retriever dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Average: American White Shepherd dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Great Pyrenees dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: Golden Retriever or American White Shepherd or Great Pyrenees?
Golden Retriever dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
American White Shepherd 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.
Great Pyrenees 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.

Golden Retriever vs American White Shepherd vs Great Pyrenees Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between Golden Retriever, American White Shepherd, and Great Pyrenees. Which has lowest bite risk?

Moderate

The Golden Retriever has an average chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The American White Shepherd has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Great Pyrenees has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between Golden Retriever, American White Shepherd, and Great Pyrenees. Which uses mouth most during play?
Golden Retriever dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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American White Shepherd dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Great Pyrenees dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Bite Strength Rating
Compare bite forces between Golden Retriever, American White Shepherd, and Great Pyrenees. Which has the strongest bite?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Golden Retriever bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

American White Shepherd bite force: Ordinary.

Above 400 PSI 🔼

Great Pyrenees bite force: The Strongest.

Golden Retriever vs American White Shepherd vs Great Pyrenees Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of Golden Retriever, American White Shepherd, and Great Pyrenees. Which breed lives longest?
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Golden Retriever: 11 years
12-14 years
The average lifespan of American White Shepherd: 13 years
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Great Pyrenees: 11 years
Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between Golden Retriever, American White Shepherd, and Great Pyrenees. Which handles climate changes best?
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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Prefers cold weather
The Great Pyrenees can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog.
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Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in Golden Retriever, American White Shepherd, and Great Pyrenees. Which has fewer health issues?
Golden Retrievers are commonly healthy dogs.
American White Shepherds tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Great Pyreneess are commonly healthy dogs.
Vet Care Frequency
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Rare
The Golden Retriever should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Frequent
The American White Shepherd should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Rare
The Great Pyrenees should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Golden Retriever vs American White Shepherd vs Great Pyrenees? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Golden Retriever vs American White Shepherd vs Great Pyrenees health problems comparison:
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Hypothyroidism
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Von Willebrand's Disease
Bloat
Epilepsy
Elbow Dysplasia
Osteochondrosis Dissecans
Hemangiosarcoma
Osteosarcoma
Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis
No data available Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Patellar Luxation
Bloat
Entropion
Drug Sensitivity
Elbow Dysplasia
Addison's Disease

Golden Retriever vs American White Shepherd vs Great Pyrenees Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Golden Retriever vs American White Shepherd vs Great Pyrenees Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between Golden Retriever, American White Shepherd, and Great Pyrenees. Which is most prone to obesity?
High: The Golden Retriever breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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Low to Average: The American White Shepherd has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Great Pyrenees's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between Golden Retriever, American White Shepherd, and Great Pyrenees. Which needs most food?
3 to 4 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. 8 to 10 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals

Golden Retriever vs American White Shepherd vs Great Pyrenees Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Golden Retriever, American White Shepherd, and Great Pyrenees. Which is best for allergy sufferers?
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between Golden Retriever, American White Shepherd, and Great Pyrenees. What colors are available?
Golden
Light
White
Light Cream
White
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between Golden Retriever, American White Shepherd, and Great Pyrenees. Which requires most maintenance?
Average: The Golden Retriever requires average grooming effort.
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Average: The American White Shepherd requires average grooming effort.
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Average: The Great Pyrenees requires average grooming effort.
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Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between Golden Retriever, American White Shepherd, and Great Pyrenees. Which drools least?
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 American White Shepherd is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Great Pyrenees is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency.
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Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between Golden Retriever, American White Shepherd, and Great Pyrenees. Which has least natural smell?

Medium

The Golden Retriever has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The American White Shepherd has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Great Pyrenees has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between Golden Retriever, American White Shepherd, and Great Pyrenees. How do their fur characteristics differ?
Silky
Wavy
Shiny
Straight
Wavy Dense
Double
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between Golden Retriever, American White Shepherd, and Great Pyrenees. Which requires most frequent baths?
2-3 weeks
Frequent. This breed has high-maintenance hair and may require a bath every 2-3 weeks.
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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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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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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Golden Retriever or American White Shepherd or Great Pyrenees? Golden Retriever or American White Shepherd or {name3 shedding:
Golden Retriever dogs shed moderately.
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American White Shepherd dogs are heavy shedders.
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Great Pyrenees dogs shed above average.
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Golden Retriever vs American White Shepherd vs Great Pyrenees Good With Comparison

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

Golden Retriever vs American White Shepherd vs Great Pyrenees As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between Golden Retriever, American White Shepherd, and Great Pyrenees. Which is best suited for service work?

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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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Therapy Work Suitability
Compare therapy dog potential between Golden Retriever, American White Shepherd, and Great Pyrenees. Which excels in therapy work?

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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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between Golden Retriever, American White Shepherd, and Great Pyrenees. Which has best nose work ability?

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.

Not really

They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search & Rescue Potential
Compare search and rescue potential between Golden Retriever, American White Shepherd, and Great Pyrenees. Which is best for SAR work?

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.

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Maritime Work Ability
Compare boating aptitude between Golden Retriever, American White Shepherd, and Great Pyrenees. Which is best suited for water work?

Yes

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

American White Shepherd breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Great Pyrenees breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between Golden Retriever, American White Shepherd, and Great Pyrenees. Which is best for draft work?

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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Military Service Background
Compare military service history of Golden Retriever, American White Shepherd, and Great Pyrenees. Which has most military use?

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.

Golden Retriever vs American White Shepherd vs Great Pyrenees Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of Golden Retriever, American White Shepherd, and Great Pyrenees. Which has most puppies?
5-10 puppies 5-10 puppies 6-9 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of Golden Retriever, American White Shepherd, and Great Pyrenees. Any breeding differences?
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Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between Golden Retriever, American White Shepherd, and Great Pyrenees. What's recommended?

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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Golden Retriever vs American White Shepherd vs Great Pyrenees Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for Golden Retriever, American White Shepherd, and Great Pyrenees. How are they classified?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1925 as a Sporting breed. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1933 as a Working breed.
FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for Golden Retriever, American White Shepherd, and Great Pyrenees. How are they classified internationally?
Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Retrievers section. Not recognized by FCI. Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type section.
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of Golden Retriever, American White Shepherd, and Great Pyrenees. Which has most recognition?
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
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

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