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Name	Golden Retriever	Bernese Mountain Dog	Poodle
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Golden Flat Coat Yellow Retriever	Berner Bernese Cattle Dog Berner Sennenhund	Barbone Caniche Chien Canne Grosse Pudel French Poodle
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Golden Retriever vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Poodle breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Golden Retriever vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Poodle Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Golden Retriever or Bernese Mountain Dog or Poodle? Which is more expensive?	$1000-$2000	$800-$1000	$1000-$1500
Availability Which is easier to get, Golden Retriever or Bernese Mountain Dog or Poodle?	Very frequent: The Golden Retriever is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Bernese Mountain Dog is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Poodle is quite easy to get.

Golden Retriever vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Poodle Size Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Golden Retriever or Bernese Mountain Dog or Poodle? Which is the smallest dog, Golden Retriever or Bernese Mountain Dog or Poodle?	Large	Large	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Golden Retriever or Bernese Mountain Dog or Bernese Mountain Dog? Golden Retriever vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Poodle weight comparison:	Male: 60-80 pounds (27-36 kg), Female: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg)	Male: 85-110 pounds (38–50 kg), Female: 80-105 pounds (36–48 kg)	Male: 45-70 pounds (20-32 kg), Female: 45-60 pounds (20-27 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: 97.5 pounds (38–50 kg), Female: 92.5 pounds (36–48 kg)	Male: 57.5 pounds (26 kg), Female: 52.5 pounds (23.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Golden Retriever or Bernese Mountain Dog or Poodle? Golden Retriever vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Poodle height comparison:	Male: 22-24 inches (56-61cm), Female: 20-22 inches (51-56 cm)	Male: 24-28 inches (61–71 cm), Female: 23-27 inches (58–69 cm)	15 inches (38 cm) or more
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 21 inches (53.5 cm)	Male: 26 inches (61–71 cm), Female: 25 inches (58–69 cm)	15 inches (38 cm) or more

Golden Retriever vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Poodle Grooming, Hair and Care Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Golden Retriever vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Poodle coat comparison:	Silky Wavy Shiny Straight	Dense	Curly
Colors What are the original Golden Retriever, Bernese Mountain Dog and Poodle color?	Golden Light	Black White	Black Gray Red Blue Cream White Silver Brown Fawn Beige Apricot
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Golden Retriever or Bernese Mountain Dog or Poodle? Golden Retriever vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Poodle grooming comparison:	Average: The Golden Retriever requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The Bernese Mountain Dog requires average grooming effort. See more.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Golden Retriever or Bernese Mountain Dog or Poodle? Golden Retriever or Bernese Mountain Dog or {name3 shedding:	Golden Retriever dogs shed moderately. See more.	Bernese Mountain Dog dogs shed above average. See more.	Poodle dogs shed none to minimal. 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 Bernese Mountain Dog or Poodle?	2-3 weeks Frequent. This breed has high-maintenance hair and may require a bath every 2-3 weeks. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. 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.

Golden Retriever vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Poodle Personality / Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Golden Retriever or Bernese Mountain Dog or Poodle? Golden Retriever vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Poodle behavior/temperament comparison:	Intelligent Confident Friendly Reliable Kind Trustworthy	Intelligent Affectionate Loyal Faithful	Active Alert Intelligent Trainable Faithful Instinctual
Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Golden Retriever vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Poodle intelligence:	Outstanding: Golden Retriever is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Very smart: Bernese Mountain Dog is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Outstanding: Poodle is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Golden Retriever vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Poodle trainability comparison.	Golden Retriever dogs are easy to train. See more.	Bernese Mountain Dog dogs are easy to train. See more.	Poodle dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Playfulness Golden Retriever vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Poodle playfulness comparison:	The Golden Retriever is a highly playful breed. See more.	Average: Bernese Mountain Dogs, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Poodle is a playful breed. See more.
Most Playful Dog Breeds
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.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Golden Retriever vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Poodle?	High: Golden Retriever dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average: Bernese Mountain Dog dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	High: Poodle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Golden Retriever vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Poodle social needs comparison:	Golden Retriever dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Bernese Mountain Dog dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Poodle dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Barking Which dog barks more/less: Golden Retriever vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Poodle?	Low to Average: The Golden Retriever rarely barks. See more.	Average: The Bernese Mountain Dog barks occasionally. See more.	Average to High: The Poodle is a vocal breed. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Golden Retriever or Bernese Mountain Dog or Poodle?	Golden Retriever dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Bernese Mountain Dog dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Poodle dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Golden Retriever or Bernese Mountain Dog or Poodle? 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.	Bernese Mountain Dog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Poodle dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
Guard Dog Breeds List
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 Bernese Mountain Dog has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Poodle has a low chance of biting somebody.
Bite Force Which bite is stronger: Golden Retriever or Bernese Mountain Dog or Poodle?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Golden Retriever bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Bernese Mountain Dog bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Poodle bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Golden Retriever vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Poodle mouthiness comparison:	Golden Retriever dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Bernese Mountain Dog dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Poodle dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. 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.	Bernese Mountain Dog dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Poodle dogs have average wanderlust potential. 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.	Bernese Mountain Dog dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Poodle 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
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Golden Retriever or Bernese Mountain Dog or Poodle?	It is not recommended to keep the Golden Retriever breed in the home.	It is not recommended to keep the Bernese Mountain Dog breed in the home.	Very house-friendly dog the Poodle breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List
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: Bernese Mountain Dog dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Poodle 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 Bernese Mountain Dog or Poodle?	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.	Poodle dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Golden Retriever vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Poodle Good With Comparison

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

Golden Retriever vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Poodle Health Comparison

Health Issues Golden Retriever vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Poodle health comparison. Which is the healthier: Golden Retriever vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Poodle?	Golden Retrievers are commonly healthy dogs.	Very healthy dog breed.	The Poodle 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 Bernese Mountain Dog vs Poodle? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Golden Retriever vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Poodle 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 Cancer Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Bloat Elbow Dysplasia Panosteitis Portosystemic Liver Shunt	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Legg-perthes Disease Patellar Luxation Allergies Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Bloat Epilepsy Sebaceous Adenitis Ear Infections Addison's Disease Cushing's Syndrome Runny Eyes Canine Atrial Septal Defect (asd) Neonatal Encephalopathy (news) Optic Nerve Hypoplasia Premature Graying
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).	Rare The Bernese Mountain Dog should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Average The Poodle should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Golden Retriever vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Poodle lifespan comparison. How long do Golden Retriever, Bernese Mountain Dog and Poodle breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	10-12 years The average lifespan of Golden Retriever: 11 years	7-11 years The average lifespan of Bernese Mountain Dog: 9 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Poodle: 13 years
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Hypoallergenic Golden Retriever vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Poodle hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	Yes See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Energy Level Who has more energy a Golden Retriever or Bernese Mountain Dog or Poodle? Golden Retriever vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Poodle energy level comparison:	Golden Retriever dogs are high-energy dogs.	Bernese Mountain Dog dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Poodle 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 Bernese Mountain Dog vs Poodle exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Golden Retriever or Bernese Mountain Dog or Poodle? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Golden Retriever dogs need a lot of exercises.	Bernese Mountain Dog dogs have an average exercise need.	Poodle dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Golden Retriever or Bernese Mountain Dog or Poodle?	Golden Retriever dogs don't need too much sleep.	Bernese Mountain Dog dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Poodle dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot
Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Golden Retriever or Bernese Mountain Dog or Poodle?	3 to 4 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	6 to 8 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	2 to 3 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 Bernese Mountain Dog vs Poodle weight gain potential comparison:	High: The Golden Retriever breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Bernese Mountain Dog's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Poodle's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity
Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Golden Retriever vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Poodle?	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 cold weather The Bernese Mountain Dog can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. 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.
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Golden Retriever vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Poodle?	Medium ⏺ The Golden Retriever has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Bernese Mountain Dog has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Poodle 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 Bernese Mountain Dog 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 Poodle is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Golden Retriever vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Poodle 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.	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Golden Retriever or Bernese Mountain Dog or Poodle? 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.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.
Therapy Dog Breeds
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 Bernese Mountain Dog vs Poodle?	Yes Golden Retriever breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Not really Bernese Mountain Dog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Yes Poodle breed usually likes 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.	Yes 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.	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 Bernese Mountain Dog vs Poodle 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 Bernese Mountain Dog and Poodle have?	5-10 puppies	1-14 puppies, average 8	2-4 puppies
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Golden Retriever vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Poodle 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 1937 as a Working breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1887 as a Non-Sporting & Toy 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 Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Poodle 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 Canadian Canine Registry	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 Canine Registry

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