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Golden Retriever vs Border Collie vs Dalmatian Comparison - Dog breed selector: Golden Flat Coat or Sheepdog or Carriage Dog? Find the right dog for you

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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Golden Retriever, Border Collie, and Dalmatian breeds.
Golden Flat Coat
Yellow Retriever
Sheepdog
Scotch Sheep Dog
Carriage Dog
Dally
Firehouse Dog
Plum Pudding Dog
Spotted Coach Dog
Dal
Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between Golden Retriever, Border Collie, and Dalmatian? Compare their breeding categories.
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Golden Retriever vs Border Collie vs Dalmatian Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Compare size differences between Golden Retriever, Border Collie, and Dalmatian. Which breed is the largest?
Large Large Large
Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between Golden Retriever, Border Collie, and Dalmatian? Compare adult weight ranges.
Male: 60-80 pounds (27-36 kg), Female: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg) Male: 30-45 pounds (14-20 kg), Female: 27-42 pounds (12-19 kg) about 55 pounds (25 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: 37.5 pounds (17 kg), Female: 34.5 pounds (15.5 kg) about 55 pounds (25 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Golden Retriever or Border Collie or Dalmatian? Golden Retriever vs Border Collie vs Dalmatian height comparison:
Male: 22-24 inches (56-61cm), Female: 20-22 inches (51-56 cm) Male: 19-22 inches (48-56 cm), Female: 18-21 inches (46-53 cm) Male: 22 - 24 inches (50 – 60 cm), Female: 20 - 22 inches (50 - 55 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 21 inches (53.5 cm) Male: 20.5 inches (52 cm), Female: 19.5 inches (49.5 cm) Male: 22 - 24 inches (50 – 60 cm), Female: 20 - 22 inches (50 - 55 cm)

Golden Retriever vs Border Collie vs Dalmatian Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range
Compare puppy costs for Golden Retriever, Border Collie, and Dalmatian. Find price differences between these breeds.
$1000-$2000 $600-$800 $500-$600
Availability
Which is easier to get, Golden Retriever or Border Collie or Dalmatian?
Very frequent: The Golden Retriever is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Border Collie is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Dalmatian is quite easy to get.

Golden Retriever vs Border Collie vs Dalmatian Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between Golden Retriever, Border Collie, and Dalmatian. Which breed ranks highest?
Outstanding: Golden Retriever is one of the brightest dog breeds.
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Outstanding: Border Collie is one of the brightest dog breeds.
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Smart: The Dalmatian dogs have great intelligence.
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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between Golden Retriever, Border Collie, and Dalmatian. Which is easiest to train?
Golden Retriever dogs are easy to train.
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Border Collie dogs are easy to train.
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Dalmatian dogs are quite easy to train.
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Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of Golden Retriever, Border Collie, and Dalmatian. Which breed is most alert?
Golden Retriever dogs are average watchdogs.
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Border Collie dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Dalmatian dogs are average watchdogs.
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Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between Golden Retriever, Border Collie, and Dalmatian. Which breed is most protective?
Golden Retriever dogs are average defenders.
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Border Collie dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Dalmatian dogs are average defenders.
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Golden Retriever vs Border Collie vs Dalmatian Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between Golden Retriever, Border Collie, and Dalmatian? Compare temperaments.
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Reliable
Kind
Trustworthy
Energetic
Protective
Alert
Intelligent
Responsive
Loyal
Tenacious
Active
Playful
Energetic
Sensitive
Intelligent
Friendly
Outgoing
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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Sensitive: Border Collie dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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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 Border Collie vs Dalmatian?
High: Golden Retriever dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Border Collie dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Dalmatian dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Golden Retriever vs Border Collie vs Dalmatian social needs comparison:
Golden Retriever dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Border Collie dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Dalmatian dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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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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Border Collie dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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The wanderlust potential of the Dalmatian is strong enough to escape from home.
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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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Border Collie 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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Dalmatian dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals.
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Golden Retriever vs Border Collie vs Dalmatian Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of Golden Retriever, Border Collie, and Dalmatian. Which breed is most vocal?
Low to Average: The Golden Retriever rarely barks.
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Low to Average: The Border Collie rarely barks.
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Average: The Dalmatian barks occasionally.
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between Golden Retriever, Border Collie, and Dalmatian. Which breed is most playful?
The Golden Retriever is a highly playful breed.
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The Border Collie is a highly playful breed.
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The Dalmatian is a highly playful breed.
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Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of Golden Retriever, Border Collie, and Dalmatian. Which adapts best to small spaces?
It is not recommended to keep the Golden Retriever breed in the home.
It is not recommended to keep the Border Collie breed in the home.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Dalmatian breed.

Golden Retriever vs Border Collie vs Dalmatian Adaptability and Independence Comparison

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

Golden Retriever vs Border Collie vs Dalmatian Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between Golden Retriever, Border Collie, and Dalmatian. Which has lowest bite risk?

Moderate

The Golden Retriever has an average chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Border Collie has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

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

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Golden Retriever bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Border Collie bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Dalmatian bite force: Ordinary.

Golden Retriever vs Border Collie vs Dalmatian Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of Golden Retriever, Border Collie, and Dalmatian. Which breed lives longest?
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Golden Retriever: 11 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Border Collie: 13 years
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Dalmatian: 13 years
Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between Golden Retriever, Border Collie, and Dalmatian. Which handles climate changes best?
Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Border Collie 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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Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in Golden Retriever, Border Collie, and Dalmatian. Which has fewer health issues?
Golden Retrievers are commonly healthy dogs.
The Border Collie is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Dalmatians are commonly healthy dogs.
Vet Care Frequency
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Rare
The Golden Retriever should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Average
The Border Collie should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Rare
The Dalmatian should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Golden Retriever vs Border Collie vs Dalmatian? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Golden Retriever vs Border Collie vs Dalmatian 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
Allergies
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Epilepsy
Collie Eye Anomaly
Osteochondrosis Dissecans
Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Deafness
Skin Allergies
Iris Sphincter Dysplasia
Urolithiasis

Golden Retriever vs Border Collie vs Dalmatian Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating
Compare energy levels between Golden Retriever, Border Collie, and Dalmatian. Which breed is most active?
Golden Retriever dogs are high-energy dogs.
Border Collie dogs are high-energy dogs.
Dalmatian dogs are high-energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Golden Retriever vs Border Collie vs Dalmatian exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Golden Retriever or Border Collie or Dalmatian? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Golden Retriever dogs need a lot of exercises.
Border Collie dogs need a lot of exercises.
Dalmatian dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Golden Retriever or Border Collie or Dalmatian?
Golden Retriever dogs don't need too much sleep.
Border Collie dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dalmatian dogs don't need too much sleep.

Golden Retriever vs Border Collie vs Dalmatian Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between Golden Retriever, Border Collie, and Dalmatian. Which is most prone to obesity?
High: The Golden Retriever breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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Average: The Border Collie has an average risk for obesity.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Dalmatian's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between Golden Retriever, Border Collie, and Dalmatian. Which needs most food?
3 to 4 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three meals. Recommended daily amount: 1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.

Golden Retriever vs Border Collie vs Dalmatian Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Golden Retriever, Border Collie, and Dalmatian. Which is best for allergy sufferers?
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between Golden Retriever, Border Collie, and Dalmatian. What colors are available?
Golden
Light
Black
Tan
Red
Sable
Brindle
Lilac
Gold
Seal
White & Red
Slate
Sable Merle
Black & White
Tricolor
Blue merle
Blue merle-tricolor
Slate merle
Red merle
Saddleback Sable
White & Blue
White & Blue Merle
White & Red Merle
White Ticked
White & Gold
White & Sable
White & Seal
Black
White
Brown
Liver
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between Golden Retriever, Border Collie, and Dalmatian. Which requires most maintenance?
Average: The Golden Retriever requires average grooming effort.
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Average: The Border Collie requires average grooming effort.
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Effortless: The Dalmatian requires minimal grooming.
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Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between Golden Retriever, Border Collie, and Dalmatian. Which drools least?
The Golden Retriever drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed.
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The Border Collie is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Dalmatian is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between Golden Retriever, Border Collie, and Dalmatian. Which has least natural smell?

Medium

The Golden Retriever has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Border Collie has an average chance of bad smell.

Low 🔽

The Dalmatian has a low chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between Golden Retriever, Border Collie, and Dalmatian. How do their fur characteristics differ?
Silky
Wavy
Shiny
Straight
Dense
Feathered
Straight
Short
Moderately Long
Fine
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between Golden Retriever, Border Collie, and Dalmatian. Which requires most frequent baths?
2-3 weeks
Frequent. This breed has high-maintenance hair and may require a bath every 2-3 weeks.
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6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Golden Retriever or Border Collie or Dalmatian? Golden Retriever or Border Collie or {name3 shedding:
Golden Retriever dogs shed moderately.
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Border Collie dogs shed moderately.
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Dalmatian dogs are heavy shedders.
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Golden Retriever vs Border Collie vs Dalmatian Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility
Compare child-friendliness between Golden Retriever, Border Collie, and Dalmatian. Which is best with kids?
Golden Retriever dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Border Collie dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Dalmatian dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Pet Compatibility
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Golden Retriever dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Border Collie dogs are generally with other pets.
Dalmatian dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Golden Retriever or Border Collie or Dalmatian? Which dog is more friendly?
Golden Retriever dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Border Collie dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Dalmatian dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Golden Retriever or Border Collie or Dalmatian?
Golden Retriever dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Border Collie dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dalmatian dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Golden Retriever or Border Collie or Dalmatian?
Golden Retriever dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Border Collie dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Dalmatian dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Golden Retriever vs Border Collie vs Dalmatian?
Yes
Golden Retriever dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Border Collie dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Dalmatian 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
Border Collie is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Dalmatian 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.
Border Collies are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Dalmatians are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Golden Retriever vs Border Collie vs Dalmatian As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between Golden Retriever, Border Collie, and Dalmatian. Which is best suited for service work?

Yes

This breed makes good as a service dog.
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Yes

This breed makes good as a service dog.
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Yes

This breed makes good as a service dog.
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Therapy Work Suitability
Compare therapy dog potential between Golden Retriever, Border Collie, and Dalmatian. Which excels in therapy work?

Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between Golden Retriever, Border Collie, and Dalmatian. Which has best nose work ability?

Yes

After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.

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.
Search & Rescue Potential
Compare search and rescue potential between Golden Retriever, Border Collie, and Dalmatian. Which is best for SAR work?

Yes

This breed would make an excellent 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.
Maritime Work Ability
Compare boating aptitude between Golden Retriever, Border Collie, and Dalmatian. Which is best suited for water work?

Yes

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

Border Collie breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Dalmatian breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between Golden Retriever, Border Collie, and Dalmatian. Which is best for draft work?

Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Military Service Background
Compare military service history of Golden Retriever, Border Collie, and Dalmatian. Which has most military use?

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Golden Retriever vs Border Collie vs Dalmatian Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of Golden Retriever, Border Collie, and Dalmatian. Which has most puppies?
5-10 puppies 4-8 puppies 6-9 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of Golden Retriever, Border Collie, and Dalmatian. Any breeding differences?
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Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between Golden Retriever, Border Collie, and Dalmatian. What's recommended?

Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Golden Retriever vs Border Collie vs Dalmatian Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for Golden Retriever, Border Collie, and Dalmatian. How are they classified?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1925 as a Sporting breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1995 as a Herding breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1888 as a Non-Sporting breed.
FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for Golden Retriever, Border Collie, and Dalmatian. How are they classified internationally?
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 Sheepdogs section. Recognized by FCI in the Scent hounds and related breeds group, in the Related breeds section.
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of Golden Retriever, Border Collie, and Dalmatian. Which has most recognition?
American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
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
The American Int. Border Collie Registry
The American Border Collie Association
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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