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Name	Golden Retriever	Dachshund	Greyhound
Origins	Scotland	Germany	United Kingdom
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Group	Gun Dog	Hunting Dogs	Hunting Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Golden Flat Coat Yellow Retriever	Bassotto Sausage Dog Tekkel Tekkel Doxie Weenie Dog Worshond Teckel	English Greyhound
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Golden Retriever vs Dachshund vs Greyhound breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Golden Retriever vs Dachshund vs Greyhound Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Golden Retriever or Dachshund or Greyhound? Which is the smallest dog, Golden Retriever or Dachshund or Greyhound?	Large	Small	Giant
Weight Which is heavier, Golden Retriever or Dachshund or Dachshund? Golden Retriever vs Dachshund vs Greyhound weight comparison:	Male: 60-80 pounds (27-36 kg), Female: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg)	Toy: 8-11 pounds (3.5-5.0 kg)Standard: 16-32 pounds (7-15 kg), Miniature: 12 pounds (5.5 kg)	Male: 65-80 pounds (29-36 kg), Female: 60-70 pounds (27-31 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 70 pounds (31.5 kg), Female: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg)	Toy: 9.5 pounds (3.5-5.0 kg)Standard: 24 pounds (11 kg), Miniature: 12 pounds (5.5 kg)	Male: 72.5 pounds (32.5 kg), Female: 65 pounds (29 kg)
Height Which is taller, Golden Retriever or Dachshund or Greyhound? Golden Retriever vs Dachshund vs Greyhound height comparison:	Male: 22-24 inches (56-61cm), Female: 20-22 inches (51-56 cm)	Toy: 12 inches (30 cm)Standard: 8-11 inches (20-27 cm), Miniature: 5-7 inches (13-18 cm)	Male: 28-30 inches (71-76 cm), Female: 27-28 inches (68-71 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 21 inches (53.5 cm)	Toy: 12 inches (30 cm)Standard: 9.5 inches (23.5 cm), Miniature: 6 inches (15.5 cm)	Male: 29 inches (73.5 cm), Female: 27.5 inches (69.5 cm)

Golden Retriever vs Dachshund vs Greyhound Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Golden Retriever or Dachshund or Greyhound? Which is more expensive?	$1000-$2000	$500-$700	$500-$800
Availability Which is easier to get, Golden Retriever or Dachshund or Greyhound?	Very frequent: The Golden Retriever is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Dachshund is quite easy to get.	Frequent: The Greyhound is easier than average to get.

Golden Retriever vs Dachshund vs Greyhound Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Golden Retriever vs Dachshund vs Greyhound 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.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Golden Retriever vs Dachshund vs Greyhound trainability comparison.	Golden Retriever dogs are easy to train. See more.	Dachshund dogs are easy to train. See more.	Greyhound dogs are 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 Dachshund or Greyhound?	Golden Retriever dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Dachshund dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Greyhound dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Golden Retriever or Dachshund or Greyhound? 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.	Dachshund dogs are average defenders. See more.	Greyhound dogs can't provide protection for their territory. See more.
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Golden Retriever vs Dachshund vs Greyhound Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Golden Retriever or Dachshund or Greyhound? Golden Retriever vs Dachshund vs Greyhound behavior/temperament comparison:	Intelligent Confident Friendly Reliable Kind Trustworthy	Playful Stubborn Courageous Devoted Lively Clever	Intelligent Affectionate Gentle Outright Tempered Quiet Athletic
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.	Sensitive: Greyhound 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 Dachshund vs Greyhound?	High: Golden Retriever dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Dachshund dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Greyhound 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 Dachshund vs Greyhound social needs comparison:	Golden Retriever dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Dachshund dogs are a social breed. See more.	Greyhound 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.	Dachshund dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	Greyhound 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.	Dachshund dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Greyhound dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Golden Retriever vs Dachshund vs Greyhound Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Golden Retriever vs Dachshund vs Greyhound playfulness comparison:	The Golden Retriever is a highly playful breed. See more.	Average: Dachshunds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: Greyhounds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
Most Playful Dog Breeds
Barking Which dog barks more/less: Golden Retriever vs Dachshund vs Greyhound?	Low to Average: The Golden Retriever rarely barks. See more.	A lot: Dachshund is a particularly loud breed. See more.	Low: The Greyhound barks none to minimal. 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 Dachshund or Greyhound?	It is not recommended to keep the Golden Retriever breed in the home.	Apartment-friendly dog the Dachshund breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Greyhound breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Golden Retriever vs Dachshund vs Greyhound 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.	Dachshund dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Greyhound 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 Dachshund or Greyhound?	Golden Retriever dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Dachshund 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.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Golden Retriever vs Dachshund vs Greyhound Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Golden Retriever or Dachshund or Greyhound?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Golden Retriever bite force: Ordinary.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Dachshund bite force: Weak.	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Greyhound bite force: The Strongest.
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 Dachshund has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Greyhound has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Golden Retriever vs Dachshund vs Greyhound mouthiness comparison:	Golden Retriever dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Dachshund dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Greyhound dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Golden Retriever vs Dachshund vs Greyhound Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Golden Retriever vs Dachshund vs Greyhound health comparison. Which is the healthier: Golden Retriever vs Dachshund vs Greyhound?	Golden Retrievers are commonly healthy dogs.	The Dachshund is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Greyhound 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 Dachshund vs Greyhound? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Golden Retriever vs Dachshund vs Greyhound 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	Legg-perthes Disease Cancer Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Epilepsy Deafness Intervertebral Disk Disease Elbow Dysplasia Demodectic Mange Mitral Valve Disease Cushing's Syndrome Acanthosis Nigricans Baldness Canine Diabetes Mellitus Lymphocytic Thyroiditis Narcolepsy	Cataracts Heart Murmurs Hip Dysplasia Allergies Cancer Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Osteoarthritis Sensitivity To Anesthesia Osteosarcoma Alopecia Cold Intolerance Pannus Musculoskeletal Injuries Vitreous Degeneration
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 Dachshund should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Greyhound should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Golden Retriever vs Dachshund vs Greyhound lifespan comparison. How long do Golden Retriever, Dachshund and Greyhound breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	10-12 years The average lifespan of Golden Retriever: 11 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Dachshund: 13 years	9-13 years The average lifespan of Greyhound: 11 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Golden Retriever vs Dachshund vs Greyhound?	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.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.

Golden Retriever vs Dachshund vs Greyhound Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Golden Retriever vs Dachshund vs Greyhound Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Golden Retriever or Dachshund or Greyhound?	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.	Males: 2.5 to 4 cups; Females: 1.5 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 Dachshund vs Greyhound weight gain potential comparison:	High: The Golden Retriever breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	High: The Dachshund breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	Average: The Greyhound has an average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Golden Retriever vs Dachshund vs Greyhound Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Golden Retriever vs Dachshund vs Greyhound coat comparison:	Silky Wavy Shiny Straight	Fine	Fine
Colors What are the original Golden Retriever, Dachshund and Greyhound color?	Golden Light	Black Tan Red Blue White Silver Brown	Black Gray Red Blue White
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Golden Retriever or Dachshund or Greyhound? Golden Retriever vs Dachshund vs Greyhound grooming comparison:	Average: The Golden Retriever requires average grooming effort. See more.	Easy to groom: The Dachshund doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Greyhound requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Golden Retriever or Dachshund or Greyhound? Golden Retriever or Dachshund or {name3 shedding:	Golden Retriever dogs shed moderately. See more.	Dachshund dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Greyhound 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 Dachshund or Greyhound?	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 Dachshund vs Greyhound 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 Dachshund vs Greyhound?	Medium ⏺ The Golden Retriever has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Dachshund has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Greyhound 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 Dachshund is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Greyhound is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.

Golden Retriever vs Dachshund vs Greyhound Good With Comparison

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

Golden Retriever vs Dachshund vs Greyhound 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 Dachshund or Greyhound? 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.
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.	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 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 Dachshund vs Greyhound?	Yes Golden Retriever breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Not really Dachshund breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Greyhound 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.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Golden Retriever vs Dachshund vs Greyhound 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 Dachshund and Greyhound have?	5-10 puppies	4-8 puppies	1-12 puppies
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Golden Retriever vs Dachshund vs Greyhound 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 1885 as a Hound breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Hound 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 Dachshunds group, in the section.	Recognized by FCI in the Sighthounds group, in the Short-haired Sighthounds 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

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