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Golden Retriever vs Dachshund vs Greyhound Comparison - Dog breed selector: Golden Flat Coat or Bassotto or English Greyhound? Find the right dog for you

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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Golden Retriever, Dachshund, and Greyhound breeds.
Golden Flat Coat
Yellow Retriever
Bassotto
Sausage Dog
Tekkel
Tekkel Doxie
Weenie Dog
Worshond
Teckel
English Greyhound
Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between Golden Retriever, Dachshund, and Greyhound? Compare their breeding categories.
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Golden Retriever vs Dachshund vs Greyhound Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Compare size differences between Golden Retriever, Dachshund, and Greyhound. Which breed is the largest?
Large Small Giant
Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between Golden Retriever, Dachshund, and Greyhound? Compare adult weight ranges.
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 Range
Compare puppy costs for Golden Retriever, Dachshund, and Greyhound. Find price differences between these breeds.
$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

Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between Golden Retriever, Dachshund, and Greyhound. Which breed ranks highest?
Outstanding: Golden Retriever is one of the brightest dog breeds.
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Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between Golden Retriever, Dachshund, and Greyhound. Which is easiest to train?
Golden Retriever dogs are easy to train.
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Dachshund dogs are easy to train.
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Greyhound dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of Golden Retriever, Dachshund, and Greyhound. Which breed is most alert?
Golden Retriever dogs are average watchdogs.
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Dachshund dogs are average watchdogs.
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Greyhound dogs are average watchdogs.
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Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between Golden Retriever, Dachshund, and Greyhound. Which breed is most protective?
Golden Retriever dogs are average defenders.
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Dachshund dogs are average defenders.
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Greyhound dogs can't provide protection for their territory.
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Golden Retriever vs Dachshund vs Greyhound Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between Golden Retriever, Dachshund, and Greyhound? Compare temperaments.
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.
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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Sensitive: Greyhound dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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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.
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High: Dachshund dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Greyhound dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Golden Retriever vs Dachshund vs Greyhound social needs comparison:
Golden Retriever dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Dachshund dogs are a social breed.
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Greyhound dogs need for social interaction is average.
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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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Dachshund dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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Greyhound dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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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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Dachshund dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Greyhound dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Golden Retriever vs Dachshund vs Greyhound Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of Golden Retriever, Dachshund, and Greyhound. Which breed is most vocal?
Low to Average: The Golden Retriever rarely barks.
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A lot: Dachshund is a particularly loud breed.
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Low: The Greyhound barks none to minimal.
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between Golden Retriever, Dachshund, and Greyhound. Which breed is most playful?
The Golden Retriever is a highly playful breed.
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Average: Dachshunds, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Average: Greyhounds, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of Golden Retriever, Dachshund, and Greyhound. Which adapts best to small spaces?
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.

Golden Retriever vs Dachshund vs Greyhound Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between Golden Retriever, Dachshund, and Greyhound. Which breed is most flexible?
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.
Alone Time Tolerance
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 Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between Golden Retriever, Dachshund, and Greyhound. Which has lowest bite risk?

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.
Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between Golden Retriever, Dachshund, and Greyhound. 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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Dachshund dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Greyhound dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Bite Strength Rating
Compare bite forces between Golden Retriever, Dachshund, and Greyhound. Which has the strongest bite?

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.

Golden Retriever vs Dachshund vs Greyhound Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of Golden Retriever, Dachshund, and Greyhound. Which breed lives longest?
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
Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between Golden Retriever, Dachshund, and Greyhound. 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 warm weather
Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates.
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Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
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Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in Golden Retriever, Dachshund, and Greyhound. Which has fewer health issues?
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.
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 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.
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

Golden Retriever vs Dachshund vs Greyhound Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating
Compare energy levels between Golden Retriever, Dachshund, and Greyhound. Which breed is most active?
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.
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.

Golden Retriever vs Dachshund vs Greyhound Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between Golden Retriever, Dachshund, and Greyhound. Which is most prone to obesity?
High: The Golden Retriever breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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High: The Dachshund breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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Average: The Greyhound has an average risk for obesity.
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between Golden Retriever, Dachshund, and Greyhound. Which needs most food?
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.

Golden Retriever vs Dachshund vs Greyhound Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Golden Retriever, Dachshund, and Greyhound. Which is best for allergy sufferers?
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between Golden Retriever, Dachshund, and Greyhound. What colors are available?
Golden
Light
Black
Tan
Red
Blue
White
Silver
Brown
Black
Gray
Red
Blue
White
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between Golden Retriever, Dachshund, and Greyhound. Which requires most maintenance?
Average: The Golden Retriever requires average grooming effort.
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Easy to groom: The Dachshund doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Effortless: The Greyhound requires minimal grooming.
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Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between Golden Retriever, Dachshund, and Greyhound. 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 Dachshund is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Greyhound is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency.
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Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between Golden Retriever, Dachshund, and Greyhound. Which has least natural smell?

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.
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between Golden Retriever, Dachshund, and Greyhound. How do their fur characteristics differ?
Silky
Wavy
Shiny
Straight
Fine Fine
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between Golden Retriever, Dachshund, and Greyhound. 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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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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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 Dachshund or Greyhound? Golden Retriever or Dachshund or {name3 shedding:
Golden Retriever dogs shed moderately.
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Dachshund dogs shed none to minimal.
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Greyhound dogs shed moderately.
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Golden Retriever vs Dachshund vs Greyhound Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility
Compare child-friendliness between Golden Retriever, Dachshund, and Greyhound. Which is best with kids?
Golden Retriever dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Dachshund dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.
Greyhound 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.
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.
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 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 Capability
Compare service dog potential between Golden Retriever, Dachshund, and Greyhound. Which is best suited for service work?

Yes

This breed makes good as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Therapy Work Suitability
Compare therapy dog potential between Golden Retriever, Dachshund, and Greyhound. 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, Dachshund, and Greyhound. 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, Dachshund, and Greyhound. Which is best for SAR work?

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.
Maritime Work Ability
Compare boating aptitude between Golden Retriever, Dachshund, and Greyhound. Which is best suited for water work?

Yes

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

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

Greyhound breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between Golden Retriever, Dachshund, and Greyhound. 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, Dachshund, and Greyhound. 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 Dachshund vs Greyhound Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of Golden Retriever, Dachshund, and Greyhound. Which has most puppies?
5-10 puppies 4-8 puppies 1-12 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of Golden Retriever, Dachshund, and Greyhound. Any breeding differences?
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Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between Golden Retriever, Dachshund, and Greyhound. 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 Dachshund vs Greyhound Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for Golden Retriever, Dachshund, and Greyhound. How are they classified?
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 Classification
Compare FCI groups for Golden Retriever, Dachshund, and Greyhound. 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 Dachshunds group, in the section. Recognized by FCI in the Sighthounds group, in the Short-haired Sighthounds section.
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of Golden Retriever, Dachshund, and Greyhound. 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
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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