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Name	Golden Retriever	Basenji	Boston Terrier
Origins	Scotland	Democratic Republic of the Congo	United States
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Group	Gun Dog	Hunting Dogs	Companion Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Golden Flat Coat Yellow Retriever	African Barkless Dog African Bush Dog Ango Angari Congo Terrier Zande Dog Congo Dog	American Gentlemen Boston Bull Terrier Boxwood Boston Bull
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Golden Retriever vs Basenji vs Boston Terrier breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Golden Retriever vs Basenji vs Boston Terrier Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Golden Retriever or Basenji or Boston Terrier? Which is the smallest dog, Golden Retriever or Basenji or Boston Terrier?	Large	Medium	Small
Weight Which is heavier, Golden Retriever or Basenji or Basenji? Golden Retriever vs Basenji vs Boston Terrier weight comparison:	Male: 60-80 pounds (27-36 kg), Female: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg)	Male: 22-26 pounds (10-12 kg), Female: 20-25 pounds (9-11 kg)	10-25 pounds (6-11kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 70 pounds (31.5 kg), Female: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg)	Male: 24 pounds (11 kg), Female: 22.5 pounds (10 kg)	17.5 pounds (8.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Golden Retriever or Basenji or Boston Terrier? Golden Retriever vs Basenji vs Boston Terrier height comparison:	Male: 22-24 inches (56-61cm), Female: 20-22 inches (51-56 cm)	Male: 16-17 inches (41-43 cm), Female: 15-16 inches (38-41 cm)	15-17 inches (38-43 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 21 inches (53.5 cm)	Male: 16.5 inches (42 cm), Female: 15.5 inches (39.5 cm)	16 inches (40.5 cm)

Golden Retriever vs Basenji vs Boston Terrier Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Golden Retriever or Basenji or Boston Terrier? Which is more expensive?	$1000-$2000	$1000-$1200	$600-$800
Availability Which is easier to get, Golden Retriever or Basenji or Boston Terrier?	Very frequent: The Golden Retriever is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Basenji is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Boston Terrier is quite easy to get.

Golden Retriever vs Basenji vs Boston Terrier Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Golden Retriever vs Basenji vs Boston Terrier intelligence:	Outstanding: Golden Retriever is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Low: The Basenji is one of the dog breeds that have the lowest degree of obedience intelligence. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.
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Trainability Golden Retriever vs Basenji vs Boston Terrier trainability comparison.	Golden Retriever dogs are easy to train. See more.	Basenji dogs are easy to train. See more.	Boston Terrier dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Golden Retriever or Basenji or Boston Terrier?	Golden Retriever dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Basenji dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Boston Terrier dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Golden Retriever or Basenji or Boston Terrier? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Golden Retriever dogs are average defenders. See more.	Basenji dogs are average defenders. See more.	Boston Terrier dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Golden Retriever vs Basenji vs Boston Terrier Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Golden Retriever or Basenji or Boston Terrier? Golden Retriever vs Basenji vs Boston Terrier behavior/temperament comparison:	Intelligent Confident Friendly Reliable Kind Trustworthy	Curious Playful Energetic Alert Intelligent Affectionate	Playful Intelligent Friendly Affectionate Lively Gentle Aggressive
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. See more.	Basenji dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	Sensitive: Boston Terrier dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Golden Retriever vs Basenji vs Boston Terrier?	High: Golden Retriever dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Slightly Below Average: Basenji dogs may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence. See more.	High: Boston Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Golden Retriever vs Basenji vs Boston Terrier social needs comparison:	Golden Retriever dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Basenji dogs are kinda antisocial. See more.	Boston Terrier dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Golden Retriever dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Basenji dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	Boston Terrier dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.
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. See more.	Basenji dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Boston Terrier dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Golden Retriever vs Basenji vs Boston Terrier Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Golden Retriever vs Basenji vs Boston Terrier playfulness comparison:	The Golden Retriever is a highly playful breed. See more.	Average: Basenjis, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: Boston Terriers, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Golden Retriever vs Basenji vs Boston Terrier?	Low to Average: The Golden Retriever rarely barks. See more.	Low: The Basenji barks none to minimal. See more.	Low to Average: The Boston Terrier rarely barks. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Golden Retriever or Basenji or Boston Terrier?	It is not recommended to keep the Golden Retriever breed in the home.	It is not recommended to keep the Basenji breed in the home.	Very house-friendly dog the Boston Terrier breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Golden Retriever vs Basenji vs Boston Terrier 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: Basenji dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Boston Terrier dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Golden Retriever or Basenji or Boston Terrier?	Golden Retriever dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Basenji dogs handle alone time quite well.	Boston Terrier 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 Basenji vs Boston Terrier Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Golden Retriever or Basenji or Boston Terrier?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Golden Retriever bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Basenji bite force: Ordinary.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Boston Terrier bite force: Weak.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
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 Basenji has a low chance of biting somebody.	Moderate ⏺ The Boston Terrier has an average chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Golden Retriever vs Basenji vs Boston Terrier mouthiness comparison:	Golden Retriever dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Basenji dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Boston Terrier dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Golden Retriever vs Basenji vs Boston Terrier Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Golden Retriever vs Basenji vs Boston Terrier health comparison. Which is the healthier: Golden Retriever vs Basenji vs Boston Terrier?	Golden Retrievers are commonly healthy dogs.	The Basenji is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Boston Terrier is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Golden Retriever vs Basenji vs Boston Terrier? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Golden Retriever vs Basenji vs Boston Terrier 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	Eye Problems Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Kidney Issues	Cataracts Heart Murmurs Patellar Luxation Allergies Deafness Cherry Eye Brain Tumors Megaesophagus Reverse Sneezing
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 Basenji should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Boston Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy Golden Retriever vs Basenji vs Boston Terrier lifespan comparison. How long do Golden Retriever, Basenji and Boston Terrier breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	10-12 years The average lifespan of Golden Retriever: 11 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Basenji: 11 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Boston Terrier: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Golden Retriever vs Basenji vs Boston Terrier?	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.	Prefers warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. See more.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.

Golden Retriever vs Basenji vs Boston Terrier Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Golden Retriever or Basenji or Boston Terrier? Golden Retriever vs Basenji vs Boston Terrier energy level comparison:	Golden Retriever dogs are high-energy dogs.	Basenji dogs are high-energy dogs.	Boston Terrier dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Golden Retriever vs Basenji vs Boston Terrier exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Golden Retriever or Basenji or Boston Terrier? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Golden Retriever dogs need a lot of exercises.	Basenji dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Boston Terrier dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Golden Retriever or Basenji or Boston Terrier?	Golden Retriever dogs don't need too much sleep.	Basenji dogs don't need too much sleep.	Boston Terrier dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Golden Retriever vs Basenji vs Boston Terrier Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Golden Retriever or Basenji or Boston Terrier?	3 to 4 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	3/4 to 1 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	0.5 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Golden Retriever vs Basenji vs Boston Terrier weight gain potential comparison:	High: The Golden Retriever breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	Low to Average: The Basenji has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Boston Terrier has an average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Golden Retriever vs Basenji vs Boston Terrier Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Golden Retriever vs Basenji vs Boston Terrier coat comparison:	Silky Wavy Shiny Straight	Fine	Fine
Colors What are the original Golden Retriever, Basenji and Boston Terrier color?	Golden Light	Black Tan Red White Brindle	Black White Brindle Seal
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Golden Retriever or Basenji or Boston Terrier? Golden Retriever vs Basenji vs Boston Terrier grooming comparison:	Average: The Golden Retriever requires average grooming effort. See more.	Effortless: The Basenji requires minimal grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Boston Terrier requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Golden Retriever or Basenji or Boston Terrier? Golden Retriever or Basenji or {name3 shedding:	Golden Retriever dogs shed moderately. See more.	Basenji dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Boston Terrier dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Golden Retriever or Basenji or Boston Terrier?	2-3 weeks Frequent. This breed has high-maintenance hair and may require a bath every 2-3 weeks. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Hypoallergenic Golden Retriever vs Basenji vs Boston Terrier hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Golden Retriever vs Basenji vs Boston Terrier?	Medium ⏺ The Golden Retriever has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Basenji has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Boston Terrier 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. See more.	The Basenji is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The Boston Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Golden Retriever vs Basenji vs Boston Terrier Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Golden Retriever dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Basenji dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.	Boston Terrier dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Golden Retriever or Basenji or Boston Terrier? Which dog is more friendly?	Golden Retriever dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	Basenji dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Boston Terrier dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Golden Retriever or Basenji or Boston Terrier?	Golden Retriever dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Basenji dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Boston Terrier dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Golden Retriever or Basenji or Boston Terrier?	Golden Retriever dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Basenji dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Boston Terrier dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Golden Retriever or Basenji or Boston Terrier?	Golden Retriever dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Basenji dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Boston Terrier dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Golden Retriever vs Basenji vs Boston Terrier?	Yes Golden Retriever dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Basenji dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Boston Terrier 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 Basenji is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Boston Terrier 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.	Basenjis are usually recommended for elderly people.	Boston Terriers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Golden Retriever vs Basenji vs Boston Terrier As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Golden Retriever or Basenji or Boston Terrier? Which is better for autism?	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
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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 Basenji vs Boston Terrier?	Yes Golden Retriever breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Not really Basenji breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Boston Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
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. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Fighting Dog / Military Dog	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

Golden Retriever vs Basenji vs Boston Terrier 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. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.
Litter Size How many puppies can Golden Retriever and Basenji and Boston Terrier have?	5-10 puppies	4-5 puppies	3-5 puppies
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Golden Retriever vs Basenji vs Boston Terrier 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 1944 as a Hound breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1893 as a Non-Sporting 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 Spitz and primitive types group, in the Primitive type section.	Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Small Molossian type Dogs 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	Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. 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 Canadian Canine Registry American Pet Registry, Inc.	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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