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Golden Retriever vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Beagle-Harrier Comparison - Dog breed selector: Golden Flat Coat or Blue Heeler or French Beagle-Harrier? Find the right dog for you

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Name Golden Retriever Australian Cattle Dog Beagle-Harrier
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Golden Flat Coat
Yellow Retriever
Blue Heeler
Cattle Dog
Red Heeler
Queensland Heeler
French Beagle-Harrier
Beagle Harrier
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Golden Retriever vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Beagle-Harrier breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Cross Breed

Golden Retriever vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Beagle-Harrier Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Golden Retriever or Australian Cattle Dog or Beagle-Harrier? Which is the smallest dog, Golden Retriever or Australian Cattle Dog or Beagle-Harrier?
Large Medium Medium
Weight
Which is heavier, Golden Retriever or Australian Cattle Dog or Australian Cattle Dog? Golden Retriever vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Beagle-Harrier weight comparison:
Male: 60-80 pounds (27-36 kg), Female: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg) 30-62 pounds (13-28 kg) 42-46 pounds (19-21 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 70 pounds (31.5 kg), Female: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg) 46 pounds (20.5 kg) 44 pounds (20 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Golden Retriever or Australian Cattle Dog or Beagle-Harrier? Golden Retriever vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Beagle-Harrier height comparison:
Male: 22-24 inches (56-61cm), Female: 20-22 inches (51-56 cm) Male: 17-20 inches (43-51 cm), Female: 17-19 inches (43-48 cm) 18-20 inches (45-50 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 21 inches (53.5 cm) Male: 18.5 inches (47 cm), Female: 18 inches (45.5 cm) 19 inches (47.5 cm)

Golden Retriever vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Beagle-Harrier Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Golden Retriever or Australian Cattle Dog or Beagle-Harrier? Which is more expensive?
$1000-$2000 $500-$700 $400-$600
Availability
Which is easier to get, Golden Retriever or Australian Cattle Dog or Beagle-Harrier?
Very frequent: The Golden Retriever is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Australian Cattle Dog 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.

Golden Retriever vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Beagle-Harrier Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Golden Retriever vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Beagle-Harrier intelligence:
Outstanding: Golden Retriever is one of the brightest dog breeds.
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Outstanding: Australian Cattle Dog is one of the brightest dog breeds.
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Smart: The Beagle-Harrier dogs have great intelligence.
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Trainability
Golden Retriever vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Beagle-Harrier trainability comparison.
Golden Retriever dogs are easy to train.
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Australian Cattle Dog dogs are easy to train.
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Beagle-Harrier dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Golden Retriever or Australian Cattle Dog or Beagle-Harrier?
Golden Retriever dogs are average watchdogs.
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Australian Cattle Dog dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Beagle-Harrier dogs are average watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Golden Retriever or Australian Cattle Dog or Beagle-Harrier? 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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Australian Cattle Dog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Beagle-Harrier dogs are not the best to protect their territory.
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Golden Retriever vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Beagle-Harrier Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Golden Retriever or Australian Cattle Dog or Beagle-Harrier? Golden Retriever vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Beagle-Harrier behavior/temperament comparison:
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Reliable
Kind
Trustworthy
Energetic
Protective
Alert
Intelligent
Responsive
Loyal
Aggressive
Loyal
Spirited
Calm
Determined
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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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Beagle-Harrier dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Golden Retriever vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Beagle-Harrier?
High: Golden Retriever dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Average: Australian Cattle Dog dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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Average to High: Beagle-Harrier dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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Social Needs
Golden Retriever vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Beagle-Harrier social needs comparison:
Golden Retriever dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Australian Cattle Dog dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Beagle-Harrier 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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The wanderlust potential of the Australian Cattle Dog is strong enough to escape from home.
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Beagle-Harrier 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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Australian Cattle Dog dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Golden Retriever vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Beagle-Harrier Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Golden Retriever vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Beagle-Harrier playfulness comparison:
The Golden Retriever is a highly playful breed.
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The Australian Cattle Dog is a highly playful breed.
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The Beagle-Harrier is a playful breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Golden Retriever vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Beagle-Harrier?
Low to Average: The Golden Retriever rarely barks.
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Low to Average: The Australian Cattle Dog rarely barks.
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A lot: Beagle-Harrier is a particularly loud breed.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Golden Retriever or Australian Cattle Dog or Beagle-Harrier?
It is not recommended to keep the Golden Retriever breed in the home.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Australian Cattle Dog breed.
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 Beagle-Harrier indoors.

Golden Retriever vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Beagle-Harrier 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: Australian Cattle Dog dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Average: Beagle-Harrier dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Golden Retriever or Australian Cattle Dog or Beagle-Harrier?
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.
Beagle-Harrier 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 Australian Cattle Dog vs Beagle-Harrier Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Golden Retriever or Australian Cattle Dog or Beagle-Harrier?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Golden Retriever bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Australian Cattle Dog bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Beagle-Harrier bite force: Ordinary.
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 Australian Cattle Dog has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

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

Health Issues
Golden Retriever vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Beagle-Harrier health comparison. Which is the healthier: Golden Retriever vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Beagle-Harrier?
Golden Retrievers are commonly healthy dogs.
The Australian Cattle Dog is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Very healthy dog breed.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Golden Retriever vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Beagle-Harrier? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Golden Retriever vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Beagle-Harrier 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
Hip Dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Deafness
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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).
Average
The Australian Cattle Dog should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Rare
The Beagle-Harrier should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Life Expectancy
Golden Retriever vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Beagle-Harrier lifespan comparison. How long do Golden Retriever, Australian Cattle Dog and Beagle-Harrier 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 Australian Cattle Dog: 13 years
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Beagle-Harrier: 13 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Golden Retriever vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Beagle-Harrier?
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 average to cold weather conditions
The Australian Cattle Dog can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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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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Golden Retriever vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Beagle-Harrier Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Golden Retriever or Australian Cattle Dog or Beagle-Harrier? Golden Retriever vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Beagle-Harrier energy level comparison:
Golden Retriever dogs are high-energy dogs.
Australian Cattle Dog dogs are high-energy dogs.
Beagle-Harrier dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Golden Retriever vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Beagle-Harrier exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Golden Retriever or Australian Cattle Dog or Beagle-Harrier? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Golden Retriever dogs need a lot of exercises.
Australian Cattle Dog dogs need a lot of exercises.
Beagle-Harrier dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Golden Retriever or Australian Cattle Dog or Beagle-Harrier?
Golden Retriever dogs don't need too much sleep.
Australian Cattle Dog dogs don't need too much sleep.
Beagle-Harrier dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.

Golden Retriever vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Beagle-Harrier Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Golden Retriever or Australian Cattle Dog or Beagle-Harrier?
3 to 4 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 1.5 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 3/4 to 1.5 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 Australian Cattle Dog vs Beagle-Harrier weight gain potential comparison:
High: The Golden Retriever breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Australian Cattle Dog's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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High: The Beagle-Harrier breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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Golden Retriever vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Beagle-Harrier Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Golden Retriever vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Beagle-Harrier coat comparison:
Silky
Wavy
Shiny
Straight
Dense Silky
Colors
What are the original Golden Retriever, Australian Cattle Dog and Beagle-Harrier color?
Golden
Light
Red
Blue
Speckled
Mottled
Black
White
Brown
Tricolor
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Golden Retriever or Australian Cattle Dog or Beagle-Harrier? Golden Retriever vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Beagle-Harrier grooming comparison:
Average: The Golden Retriever requires average grooming effort.
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Effortless: The Australian Cattle Dog requires minimal grooming.
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Easy to groom: The Beagle-Harrier doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Golden Retriever or Australian Cattle Dog or Beagle-Harrier? Golden Retriever or Australian Cattle Dog or {name3 shedding:
Golden Retriever dogs shed moderately.
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Australian Cattle Dog dogs shed moderately.
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Beagle-Harrier dogs shed moderately.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Golden Retriever or Australian Cattle Dog or Beagle-Harrier?
2-3 weeks
Frequent. This breed has high-maintenance hair and may require a bath every 2-3 weeks.
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4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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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
Golden Retriever vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Beagle-Harrier 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 Australian Cattle Dog vs Beagle-Harrier?

Medium

The Golden Retriever has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Australian Cattle Dog has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Beagle-Harrier has an average 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 Australian Cattle Dog is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Beagle-Harrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Golden Retriever vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Beagle-Harrier Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Golden Retriever dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Australian Cattle Dog dogs are generally with other pets.
Beagle-Harrier dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Golden Retriever or Australian Cattle Dog or Beagle-Harrier? Which dog is more friendly?
Golden Retriever dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Australian Cattle Dog dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Beagle-Harrier dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Golden Retriever or Australian Cattle Dog or Beagle-Harrier?
Golden Retriever dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Australian Cattle Dog dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Beagle-Harrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Golden Retriever or Australian Cattle Dog or Beagle-Harrier?
Golden Retriever dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Australian Cattle Dog dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Beagle-Harrier dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Golden Retriever or Australian Cattle Dog or Beagle-Harrier?
Golden Retriever dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Australian Cattle Dog dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Beagle-Harrier dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Golden Retriever vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Beagle-Harrier?
Yes
Golden Retriever dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Australian Cattle Dog dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Beagle-Harrier 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
Australian Cattle Dog is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Yes
Beagle-Harrier is one of the best dog breeds for office environment
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
Golden Retrievers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Australian Cattle Dogs are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Beagle-Harriers are usually recommended for elderly people.

Golden Retriever vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Beagle-Harrier 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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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Therapy Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: Golden Retriever or Australian Cattle Dog or Beagle-Harrier? 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.

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: Golden Retriever vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Beagle-Harrier?

Yes

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

Australian Cattle Dog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Beagle-Harrier 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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Not really

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 Australian Cattle Dog vs Beagle-Harrier 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 Australian Cattle Dog and Beagle-Harrier have?
5-10 puppies 1-7 puppies, average 5 4-6 puppies

Golden Retriever vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Beagle-Harrier Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1925 as a Sporting breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1980 as a Herding breed. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
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 Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) section. Recognized by FCI in the Scent hounds and related breeds group, in the Scent hounds section.
Breed Recognition
What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?
American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
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