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Name	Golden Retriever	Cavalier King Charles Spaniel	German Shepherd
Origins	Scotland	England	Germany
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Group	Gun Dog	Companion Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Golden Flat Coat Yellow Retriever	Cavalier Cavie Cav	Alsatian wolf dog Berger Allemand Deutscher Schäferhund Schäferhund Alsatian
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Golden Retriever vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs German Shepherd breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Golden Retriever vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs German Shepherd Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Golden Retriever or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or German Shepherd? Which is the smallest dog, Golden Retriever or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or German Shepherd?	Large	Small	Large
Weight Which is heavier, Golden Retriever or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel? Golden Retriever vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs German Shepherd weight comparison:	Male: 60-80 pounds (27-36 kg), Female: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg)	10-18 pounds (5-8 kg)	Male: 66-88 pounds (30-40 kg), Female: 49-71 pounds (22-32 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 70 pounds (31.5 kg), Female: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg)	14 pounds (6.5 kg)	Male: 77 pounds (35 kg), Female: 60 pounds (27 kg)
Height Which is taller, Golden Retriever or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or German Shepherd? Golden Retriever vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs German Shepherd height comparison:	Male: 22-24 inches (56-61cm), Female: 20-22 inches (51-56 cm)	12-13 inches (30-33 cm)	Male: 24-26 inches (60-65 cm), Female: 22-24 inches (55-60 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 21 inches (53.5 cm)	12.5 inches (31.5 cm)	Male: 25 inches (62.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (57.5 cm)

Golden Retriever vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs German Shepherd Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Golden Retriever or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or German Shepherd? Which is more expensive?	$1000-$2000	$1200-$1500	$800-$2000
Availability Which is easier to get, Golden Retriever or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or German Shepherd?	Very frequent: The Golden Retriever is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The German Shepherd is quite easy to get.

Golden Retriever vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs German Shepherd Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Golden Retriever vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs German Shepherd intelligence:	Outstanding: Golden Retriever is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Outstanding: German Shepherd is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Golden Retriever vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs German Shepherd trainability comparison.	Golden Retriever dogs are easy to train. See more.	Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	German Shepherd dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Golden Retriever or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or German Shepherd?	Golden Retriever dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are not the best watchdogs. See more.	German Shepherd dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Golden Retriever or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or German Shepherd? 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.	Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are not the best to protect their territory. See more.	German Shepherd dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Golden Retriever vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs German Shepherd Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Golden Retriever or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or German Shepherd? Golden Retriever vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs German Shepherd behavior/temperament comparison:	Intelligent Confident Friendly Reliable Kind Trustworthy	Active Courageous Intelligent Friendly Affectionate Gentle Social Fearless Cheerful Quiet Nonaggressive Polite Graceful Sporty No tendency towards nervousness	Curious Alert Courageous Intelligent Confident Obedient Loyal Watchful
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.	Sensitive: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	Sensitive: German Shepherd 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 Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs German Shepherd?	High: Golden Retriever dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: German Shepherd 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 Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs German Shepherd social needs comparison:	Golden Retriever dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	German Shepherd dogs need for social interaction is average. 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.	Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	German Shepherd dogs are not the biggest explorers. 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.	Cavalier King Charles Spaniel 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.	German Shepherd dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Golden Retriever vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs German Shepherd Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Golden Retriever vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs German Shepherd playfulness comparison:	The Golden Retriever is a highly playful breed. See more.	Average: Cavalier King Charles Spaniels, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: German Shepherds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Golden Retriever vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs German Shepherd?	Low to Average: The Golden Retriever rarely barks. See more.	Average: The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel barks occasionally. See more.	Low to Average: The German Shepherd 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 Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or German Shepherd?	It is not recommended to keep the Golden Retriever breed in the home.	Very house-friendly dog the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel 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 German Shepherd indoors.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Golden Retriever vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs German Shepherd 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.	Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	German Shepherd 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 Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or German Shepherd?	Golden Retriever dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Cavalier King Charles Spaniel 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.

Golden Retriever vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs German Shepherd Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Golden Retriever or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or German Shepherd?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Golden Retriever bite force: Ordinary.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Cavalier King Charles Spaniel bite force: Weak.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ German Shepherd bite force: Ordinary.
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 Cavalier King Charles Spaniel has a low chance of biting somebody.	High 🔼 The German Shepherd has a high chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Golden Retriever vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs German Shepherd mouthiness comparison:	Golden Retriever dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	German Shepherd dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.

Golden Retriever vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs German Shepherd Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Golden Retriever vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs German Shepherd health comparison. Which is the healthier: Golden Retriever vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs German Shepherd?	Golden Retrievers are commonly healthy dogs.	Cavalier King Charles Spaniels tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	German Shepherds are commonly healthy dogs.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Golden Retriever vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs German Shepherd? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Golden Retriever vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs German Shepherd 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 Patellar Luxation Mitral Valve Disease Dry Eye Episodic Falling Syndrome Syringomyelia	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Allergies Cancer Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Bloat Epilepsy Blindness Cherry Eye Elbow Dysplasia Diabetes Heart Disease Retinal Dysplasia Demodectic Mange Degenerative Myelopathy Wobbler's Syndrome Panosteitis Hemophilia B Megaesophagus Cushing's Syndrome Lens Luxation Exocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency Chronic Diarrhea Cruciate Ligament Rupture Digestive Problems Hemophilia A Hypertrophic Osteodystrophy Lupus Myasthenia Gravis Nail Bed Disease Osteochondrosis Pannus Paralysis Perianal Fistula Seborrhea Vitiligo
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Rare The Golden Retriever should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Frequent The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Rare The German Shepherd should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
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Life Expectancy Golden Retriever vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs German Shepherd lifespan comparison. How long do Golden Retriever, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and German Shepherd breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	10-12 years The average lifespan of Golden Retriever: 11 years	10-14 years The average lifespan of Cavalier King Charles Spaniel: 12 years	9-13 years The average lifespan of German Shepherd: 11 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Golden Retriever vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs German Shepherd?	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. 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.	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 Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs German Shepherd Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Golden Retriever or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or German Shepherd? Golden Retriever vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs German Shepherd energy level comparison:	Golden Retriever dogs are high-energy dogs.	Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.	German Shepherd dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Golden Retriever vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs German Shepherd exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Golden Retriever or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or German Shepherd? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Golden Retriever dogs need a lot of exercises.	Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs have an average exercise need.	German Shepherd dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Golden Retriever or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or German Shepherd?	Golden Retriever dogs don't need too much sleep.	Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	German Shepherd dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Golden Retriever vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs German Shepherd Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Golden Retriever or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or German Shepherd?	3 to 4 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	3 to 4 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 Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs German Shepherd 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 Cavalier King Charles Spaniel's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Low to Average: The German Shepherd has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.
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Golden Retriever vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs German Shepherd Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Golden Retriever vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs German Shepherd coat comparison:	Silky Wavy Shiny Straight	Feathered	Fuzzy
Colors What are the original Golden Retriever, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and German Shepherd color?	Golden Light	Tan Tricolor Blenheim Ruby	Black Tan Red Silver
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Golden Retriever or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or German Shepherd? Golden Retriever vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs German Shepherd grooming comparison:	Average: The Golden Retriever requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The German Shepherd requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Golden Retriever or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or German Shepherd? Golden Retriever or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or {name3 shedding:	Golden Retriever dogs shed moderately. See more.	Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs shed above average. See more.	German Shepherd dogs are heavy shedders. 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 Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or German Shepherd?	2-3 weeks Frequent. This breed has high-maintenance hair and may require a bath every 2-3 weeks. See more.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	8-12 weeks Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.
Hypoallergenic Golden Retriever vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs German Shepherd 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 Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs German Shepherd?	Medium ⏺ The Golden Retriever has an average chance of bad smell.	High 🔼 The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel has a high chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The German Shepherd 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 Cavalier King Charles Spaniel is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The German Shepherd is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Golden Retriever vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs German Shepherd Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Golden Retriever dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are generally with other pets.	German Shepherd dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Golden Retriever or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or German Shepherd? Which dog is more friendly?	Golden Retriever dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	German Shepherd 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 Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or German Shepherd?	Golden Retriever dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	German Shepherd dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Golden Retriever or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or German Shepherd?	Golden Retriever dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are average friendly towards cats.	German Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Golden Retriever or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or German Shepherd?	Golden Retriever dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	German Shepherd dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Golden Retriever vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs German Shepherd?	Yes Golden Retriever dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes German Shepherd 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 Cavalier King Charles Spaniel is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No German Shepherd 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.	Cavalier King Charles Spaniels are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	German Shepherds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Golden Retriever vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs German Shepherd 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.	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 Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or German Shepherd? Which is better for autism?	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect 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.	Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR) Which one could be a search and rescue dog?	Yes This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Yes This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Golden Retriever vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs German Shepherd?	Yes Golden Retriever breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Not really Cavalier King Charles Spaniel breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really German Shepherd 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.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

Golden Retriever vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs German Shepherd 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 Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and German Shepherd have?	5-10 puppies	3-5 puppies	6-10 puppies
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Golden Retriever vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs German Shepherd 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 1995 as a Toy breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1908 as a Herding 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 Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the English Toy Spaniels section.	Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs 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	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 German Shepherd Dog Club Of America

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