Golden Retriever vs English Shepherd Comparison – Which dog is better Golden Flat Coat or Farm Collie?

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Name	Golden Retriever	English Shepherd
Origins	Scotland	England
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Group	Gun Dog	Working Dogs
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Common Names & Aliases Compare different names used for Golden Retriever and English Shepherd. What other names are these breeds known by?	Golden Flat Coat Yellow Retriever	Farm Collie
Breed Classification Compare breed classifications between a Golden Retriever and an English Shepherd. Learn about their genetic backgrounds.	Purebred	Purebred

Golden Retriever vs English Shepherd Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Which is bigger: a Golden Retriever or an English Shepherd? Compare size differences between these breeds.	Large	Medium
Weight Statistics Compare weight ranges between a Golden Retriever and an English Shepherd. Which breed is heavier?	Male: 60-80 pounds (27-36 kg), Female: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg)	Male: 45-60 pounds (21-28 kg), Female: 40-50 pounds (18-23 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: 52.5 pounds (24.5 kg), Female: 45 pounds (20.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Golden Retriever or English Shepherd? Is a Golden Retriever taller than an English Shepherd?	Male: 22-24 inches (56-61cm), Female: 20-22 inches (51-56 cm)	18-23 inches (46-58 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 21 inches (53.5 cm)	20.5 inches (52 cm)

Golden Retriever vs English Shepherd Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy prices between a Golden Retriever and an English Shepherd. Which breed costs more?	$1000-$2000	$800-$1000
Availability Which is easier to get, Golden Retriever or English Shepherd?	Very frequent: The Golden Retriever is quite easy to get.	Average: The English Shepherd is a commonly available dog breed.

Golden Retriever vs English Shepherd Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Which is smarter: a Golden Retriever or an English Shepherd? Compare intelligence rankings and learning abilities.	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.
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Training Difficulty Which is easier to train: a Golden Retriever or an English Shepherd? Compare training requirements.	Golden Retriever dogs are easy to train. See more.	English Shepherd dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Rating Which makes a better watchdog: a Golden Retriever or an English Shepherd? Compare alertness levels.	Golden Retriever dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	English Shepherd dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Which is more protective: a Golden Retriever or an English Shepherd? Compare territorial behaviors.	Golden Retriever dogs are average defenders. See more.	English Shepherd dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Golden Retriever vs English Shepherd Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits Compare personalities of a Golden Retriever and an English Shepherd. How do their temperaments differ?	Intelligent Confident Friendly Reliable Kind Trustworthy	Playful Independent Energetic Alert Courageous Intelligent Friendly Responsive Adaptable
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Golden Retriever vs English Shepherd?	Golden Retriever dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	Sensitive: English 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 English Shepherd?	High: Golden Retriever dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: English Shepherd dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Golden Retriever vs English Shepherd social needs comparison:	Golden Retriever dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	English Shepherd dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between Golden Retriever vs English Shepherd?	Golden Retriever dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	English Shepherd dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between Golden Retriever vs English Shepherd? 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.	English Shepherd dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Golden Retriever vs English Shepherd Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Which breed barks more: a Golden Retriever or an English Shepherd? Compare vocalization tendencies.	Low to Average: The Golden Retriever rarely barks. See more.	Low to Average: The English Shepherd rarely barks. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Playful Nature Which breed is more playful: a Golden Retriever or an English Shepherd? Compare play drive and energy.	The Golden Retriever is a highly playful breed. See more.	Average: English Shepherds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Which is better for apartments: a Golden Retriever or an English Shepherd? Compare living space needs.	It is not recommended to keep the Golden Retriever breed in the home.	It is not recommended to keep the English Shepherd breed in the home.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Golden Retriever vs English Shepherd Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Which adapts better to changes: a Golden Retriever or an English Shepherd? Compare adaptability levels.	Golden Retriever dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	English Shepherd dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Golden Retriever or English Shepherd?	Golden Retriever dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	English Shepherd dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Golden Retriever vs English Shepherd Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Which has lower bite risk: a Golden Retriever or an English Shepherd? Compare biting tendencies.	Moderate ⏺ The Golden Retriever has an average chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The English Shepherd has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Which is more mouthy: a Golden Retriever or an English Shepherd? Compare mouthing behaviors.	Golden Retriever dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	English Shepherd dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.
Bite Strength Rating Which has a stronger bite: a Golden Retriever or an English Shepherd? Compare bite force PSI.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Golden Retriever bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ English Shepherd bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force

Golden Retriever vs English Shepherd Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Which lives longer: a Golden Retriever or an English Shepherd? Compare average lifespans.	10-12 years The average lifespan of Golden Retriever: 11 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of English Shepherd: 13 years
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Climate Tolerance Which handles weather better: a Golden Retriever or an English Shepherd? Compare climate tolerances.	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 average to cold weather conditions The English Shepherd can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.
Health Concerns Compare common health issues between a Golden Retriever and an English Shepherd. Which breed is healthier?	Golden Retrievers are commonly healthy dogs.	English Shepherds tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
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Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Golden Retriever vs English Shepherd?	Rare The Golden Retriever should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Frequent The English Shepherd should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Golden Retriever vs English Shepherd? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Golden Retriever vs English 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 Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Drug Sensitivity Collie Eye Anomaly

Golden Retriever vs English Shepherd Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Which breed is more energetic: a Golden Retriever or an English Shepherd? Compare activity levels.	Golden Retriever dogs are high-energy dogs.	English Shepherd dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Golden Retriever vs English Shepherd exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Golden Retriever or English Shepherd? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Golden Retriever dogs need a lot of exercises.	English Shepherd dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Golden Retriever or English Shepherd?	Golden Retriever dogs don't need too much sleep.	English Shepherd dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Golden Retriever vs English Shepherd Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Which gains weight easier: a Golden Retriever or an English Shepherd? Compare obesity risks.	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 English Shepherd's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity
Food Consumption Which eats more: a Golden Retriever or an English Shepherd? Compare daily food needs.	3 to 4 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	3 to 4.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot

Golden Retriever vs English Shepherd Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Which is more hypoallergenic: a Golden Retriever or an English Shepherd? Compare allergy friendliness.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Coat Colors What color variations exist for Golden Retriever and English Shepherd? Compare breed colors.	Golden Light	Black Tan White Brown Sable Yellow Brindle Tricolor
Grooming Requirements Which needs more grooming: a Golden Retriever or an English Shepherd? Compare maintenance needs.	Average: The Golden Retriever requires average grooming effort. See more.	Easy to groom: The English Shepherd doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Drooling Tendency Which drools more: a Golden Retriever or an English Shepherd? Compare drooling amounts.	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 English Shepherd 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.
Stinkiness Rating Which has less odor: a Golden Retriever or an English Shepherd? Compare natural smell levels.	Medium ⏺ The Golden Retriever has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The English Shepherd has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics How do coats differ between a Golden Retriever and an English Shepherd? Compare fur types.	Silky Wavy Shiny Straight	Fluffy Silky
Bathing Needs Which needs more baths: a Golden Retriever or an English Shepherd? Compare bathing frequencies.	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.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Golden Retriever or English Shepherd? Do Golden Retriever dogs shed more than English Shepherd dogs?	Golden Retriever dogs shed moderately. See more.	English Shepherd dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most

Golden Retriever vs English Shepherd Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Which is better with children: a Golden Retriever or an English Shepherd? Compare kid-friendliness.	Golden Retriever dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	English Shepherd dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Golden Retriever dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	English Shepherd dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Golden Retriever or English Shepherd? Which dog is more friendly?	Golden Retriever dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	English Shepherd dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Golden Retriever or English Shepherd?	Golden Retriever dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	English Shepherd dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Golden Retriever or English Shepherd? Can a Golden Retriever and an English Shepherd be friends? Do Golden Retriever dogs get along with English Shepherd dogs?	Golden Retriever dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	English Shepherd dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: Golden Retriever vs English Shepherd?	Yes Golden Retriever dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes English 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 English 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.	English Shepherds are usually recommended for elderly people.

Golden Retriever vs English Shepherd As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Which makes a better service dog: a Golden Retriever or an English Shepherd? Compare service capabilities.	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Work Suitability Which is better for therapy work: a Golden Retriever or an English Shepherd? Compare therapy capabilities.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
Therapy Dog Breeds
Scent Detection Ability Which is better at detection work: a Golden Retriever or an English Shepherd? Compare scenting abilities.	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 Which is better for search and rescue: a Golden Retriever or an English Shepherd? Compare SAR abilities.	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 Which is better on boats: a Golden Retriever or an English Shepherd? Compare maritime abilities.	Yes Golden Retriever breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Not really English Shepherd breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Which is better at pulling: a Golden Retriever or an English Shepherd? Compare draft work capabilities.	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.
Military Service Background Compare military history between Golden Retriever and English Shepherd. Which has stronger military background?	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 English Shepherd Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare litter sizes between Golden Retriever and English Shepherd. Which has larger litters?	5-10 puppies	5-8 puppies, average 6
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Pregnancy Duration Compare pregnancy duration between Golden Retriever and English Shepherd breeds.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding frequencies between Golden Retriever and English Shepherd. Which needs longer recovery?	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.

Golden Retriever vs English Shepherd Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC classifications of Golden Retriever and English Shepherd. Which groups do they belong to?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1925 as a Sporting breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Classification Compare FCI classifications of Golden Retriever and English Shepherd. Which groups are they in?	Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Retrievers section.	Not recognized by FCI.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare kennel club recognition between Golden Retriever and English Shepherd. Which is more widely recognized?	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 America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club United Kennel Club Animal Research Foundation

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