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Golden Retriever vs Appenzeller Sennenhund vs Newfoundland Comparison - Dog breed selector: Golden Flat Coat or Appenzell Cattle Dog or Blackbear? Find the right dog for you

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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Golden Flat Coat
Yellow Retriever
Appenzell Cattle Dog
Appenzeller Mountain Dog
Entlebucher Mountain Dog
Entlebucher Sennenhund
Appenzeller
Blackbear
Newfie
The Gentle Giant
Newf
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Golden Retriever vs Appenzeller Sennenhund vs Newfoundland breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Golden Retriever vs Appenzeller Sennenhund vs Newfoundland Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Golden Retriever or Appenzeller Sennenhund or Newfoundland? Which is the smallest dog, Golden Retriever or Appenzeller Sennenhund or Newfoundland?
Large Medium Giant
Weight
Which is heavier, Golden Retriever or Appenzeller Sennenhund or Appenzeller Sennenhund? Golden Retriever vs Appenzeller Sennenhund vs Newfoundland weight comparison:
Male: 60-80 pounds (27-36 kg), Female: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg) 49-71 pounds (22-32 kg) Male: 130-150 pounds (59-68 kg), Female: 100-120 pounds (45-54 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 70 pounds (31.5 kg), Female: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg) 60 pounds (27 kg) Male: 140 pounds (63.5 kg), Female: 110 pounds (49.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Golden Retriever or Appenzeller Sennenhund or Newfoundland? Golden Retriever vs Appenzeller Sennenhund vs Newfoundland height comparison:
Male: 22-24 inches (56-61cm), Female: 20-22 inches (51-56 cm) Male: 22-23 inches (56-58.5 cm), Female: 18.5-20 inches (47-50 cm) Male: 27-29 inches (69-74 cm), Female: 25-27 inches (63-69 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 21 inches (53.5 cm) Male: 22.5 inches (56-58.5 cm), Female: 18.12.5 inches (48.5 cm) Male: 28 inches (71.5 cm), Female: 26 inches (66 cm)

Golden Retriever vs Appenzeller Sennenhund vs Newfoundland Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Golden Retriever or Appenzeller Sennenhund or Newfoundland? Which is more expensive?
$1000-$2000 $600-$800 $1500-$2000
Availability
Which is easier to get, Golden Retriever or Appenzeller Sennenhund or Newfoundland?
Very frequent: The Golden Retriever is quite easy to get.
Average: The Appenzeller Sennenhund is a commonly available dog breed.
Very frequent: The Newfoundland is quite easy to get.

Golden Retriever vs Appenzeller Sennenhund vs Newfoundland Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Golden Retriever vs Appenzeller Sennenhund vs Newfoundland intelligence:
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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Smart: The Newfoundland dogs have great intelligence.
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Trainability
Golden Retriever vs Appenzeller Sennenhund vs Newfoundland trainability comparison.
Golden Retriever dogs are easy to train.
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Appenzeller Sennenhund dogs are easy to train.
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Newfoundland dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Golden Retriever or Appenzeller Sennenhund or Newfoundland?
Golden Retriever dogs are average watchdogs.
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Appenzeller Sennenhund dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Newfoundland dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Golden Retriever or Appenzeller Sennenhund or Newfoundland? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Golden Retriever dogs are average defenders.
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Appenzeller Sennenhund dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Newfoundland dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Golden Retriever vs Appenzeller Sennenhund vs Newfoundland Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Golden Retriever or Appenzeller Sennenhund or Newfoundland? Golden Retriever vs Appenzeller Sennenhund vs Newfoundland behavior/temperament comparison:
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Reliable
Kind
Trustworthy
Energetic
Reliable
Lively
Social
Selfish
Fearless
Courageous
Intelligent
Loyal
Gentle
Social
Sweet
Cheerful
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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Appenzeller Sennenhund 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 Appenzeller Sennenhund vs Newfoundland?
High: Golden Retriever dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Average to High: Appenzeller Sennenhund dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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Average to High: Newfoundland dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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Social Needs
Golden Retriever vs Appenzeller Sennenhund vs Newfoundland social needs comparison:
Golden Retriever dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Appenzeller Sennenhund dogs are a social breed.
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Newfoundland 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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Appenzeller Sennenhund dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Newfoundland dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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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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Appenzeller Sennenhund 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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Newfoundland dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Golden Retriever vs Appenzeller Sennenhund vs Newfoundland Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Golden Retriever vs Appenzeller Sennenhund vs Newfoundland playfulness comparison:
The Golden Retriever is a highly playful breed.
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The Appenzeller Sennenhund is a playful breed.
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Average: Newfoundlands, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Golden Retriever vs Appenzeller Sennenhund vs Newfoundland?
Low to Average: The Golden Retriever rarely barks.
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Low to Average: The Appenzeller Sennenhund rarely barks.
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Low to Average: The Newfoundland rarely barks.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Golden Retriever or Appenzeller Sennenhund or Newfoundland?
It is not recommended to keep the Golden Retriever breed in the home.
It is not recommended to keep the Appenzeller Sennenhund 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 Newfoundland indoors.

Golden Retriever vs Appenzeller Sennenhund vs Newfoundland Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
Golden Retriever dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Average: Appenzeller Sennenhund dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Newfoundland dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Golden Retriever or Appenzeller Sennenhund or Newfoundland?
Golden Retriever dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
Appenzeller Sennenhund 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.
Newfoundland 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 Appenzeller Sennenhund vs Newfoundland Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Golden Retriever or Appenzeller Sennenhund or Newfoundland?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Golden Retriever bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Appenzeller Sennenhund bite force: Ordinary.

Above 400 PSI 🔼

Newfoundland bite force: The Strongest.
Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:

Moderate

The Golden Retriever has an average chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Appenzeller Sennenhund has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

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

Health Issues
Golden Retriever vs Appenzeller Sennenhund vs Newfoundland health comparison. Which is the healthier: Golden Retriever vs Appenzeller Sennenhund vs Newfoundland?
Golden Retrievers are commonly healthy dogs.
Appenzeller Sennenhunds tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Very healthy dog breed.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Golden Retriever vs Appenzeller Sennenhund vs Newfoundland? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Golden Retriever vs Appenzeller Sennenhund vs Newfoundland 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
Cancer
Hypothyroidism
Bloat
Epilepsy
Cherry Eye
Elbow Dysplasia
Addison's Disease
Cystinuria
Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis
Veterinarian Visits
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 Appenzeller Sennenhund should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Rare
The Newfoundland should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Life Expectancy
Golden Retriever vs Appenzeller Sennenhund vs Newfoundland lifespan comparison. How long do Golden Retriever, Appenzeller Sennenhund and Newfoundland breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Golden Retriever: 11 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Appenzeller Sennenhund: 13 years
9-13 years
The average lifespan of Newfoundland: 11 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Golden Retriever vs Appenzeller Sennenhund vs Newfoundland?
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 Newfoundland can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog.
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Golden Retriever vs Appenzeller Sennenhund vs Newfoundland Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Golden Retriever vs Appenzeller Sennenhund vs Newfoundland Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Golden Retriever or Appenzeller Sennenhund or Newfoundland?
3 to 4 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 4 to 5 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? Golden Retriever vs Appenzeller Sennenhund vs Newfoundland weight gain potential comparison:
High: The Golden Retriever breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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Average: The Appenzeller Sennenhund has an average risk for obesity.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Newfoundland's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Golden Retriever vs Appenzeller Sennenhund vs Newfoundland Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Golden Retriever vs Appenzeller Sennenhund vs Newfoundland coat comparison:
Silky
Wavy
Shiny
Straight
Thick
Double
Fluffy
Waterproof
Thick
Colors
What are the original Golden Retriever, Appenzeller Sennenhund and Newfoundland color?
Golden
Light
Black tricolor
Tricolor
Red tricolor
Black
Gray
White
Brown
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Golden Retriever or Appenzeller Sennenhund or Newfoundland? Golden Retriever vs Appenzeller Sennenhund vs Newfoundland grooming comparison:
Average: The Golden Retriever requires average grooming effort.
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Easy to groom: The Appenzeller Sennenhund doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Golden Retriever or Appenzeller Sennenhund or Newfoundland? Golden Retriever or Appenzeller Sennenhund or {name3 shedding:
Golden Retriever dogs shed moderately.
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Appenzeller Sennenhund dogs shed moderately.
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Newfoundland dogs are heavy shedders.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Golden Retriever or Appenzeller Sennenhund or Newfoundland?
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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Hypoallergenic
Golden Retriever vs Appenzeller Sennenhund vs Newfoundland 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, Golden Retriever vs Appenzeller Sennenhund vs Newfoundland?

Medium

The Golden Retriever has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Appenzeller Sennenhund has an average chance of bad smell.

High 🔼

The Newfoundland has a high chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the 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 Appenzeller Sennenhund is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Newfoundland is a big drooler, so if you're disgusted by slobber spots on your clothes, you should choose a dog from another breed.
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Golden Retriever vs Appenzeller Sennenhund vs Newfoundland Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Golden Retriever dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Appenzeller Sennenhund dogs are generally with other pets.
Newfoundland dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Golden Retriever or Appenzeller Sennenhund or Newfoundland? Which dog is more friendly?
Golden Retriever dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Appenzeller Sennenhund dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Newfoundland dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Golden Retriever or Appenzeller Sennenhund or Newfoundland?
Golden Retriever dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Appenzeller Sennenhund dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Newfoundland dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Golden Retriever or Appenzeller Sennenhund or Newfoundland?
Golden Retriever dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Appenzeller Sennenhund dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Newfoundland dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Golden Retriever or Appenzeller Sennenhund or Newfoundland?
Golden Retriever dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Appenzeller Sennenhund dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Newfoundland dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Golden Retriever vs Appenzeller Sennenhund vs Newfoundland?
Yes
Golden Retriever dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Appenzeller Sennenhund dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Newfoundland 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
Appenzeller Sennenhund is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Newfoundland 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.
Appenzeller Sennenhunds are usually recommended for elderly people.
Newfoundlands are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Golden Retriever vs Appenzeller Sennenhund vs Newfoundland As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog
Which one could be a service dog?

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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Yes

This breed makes good as a service dog.
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Therapy Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: Golden Retriever or Appenzeller Sennenhund or Newfoundland? Which is better for autism?

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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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.

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?

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.

Yes

This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog
Which one could be a boat dog: Golden Retriever vs Appenzeller Sennenhund vs Newfoundland?

Yes

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

Appenzeller Sennenhund breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Yes

Newfoundland breed usually likes 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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Yes

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.

Golden Retriever vs Appenzeller Sennenhund vs Newfoundland 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 Golden Retriever and Appenzeller Sennenhund and Newfoundland have?
5-10 puppies 4-6 puppies 4-12 puppies

Golden Retriever vs Appenzeller Sennenhund vs Newfoundland Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
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 1886 as a Working breed.
FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI?
Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Retrievers section. Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Swiss Mountain- and Cattledogs section. Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type 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
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Continental Kennel Club
National 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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