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Golden Retriever vs German Shepherd vs Indian pariah dog Comparison - Dog breed selector: Golden Flat Coat or Alsatian wolf dog or INDog? Find the right dog for you

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Name Golden Retriever German Shepherd Indian pariah dog
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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Golden Retriever, German Shepherd, and Indian pariah dog breeds.
Golden Flat Coat
Yellow Retriever
Alsatian wolf dog
Berger Allemand
Deutscher Schäferhund
Schäferhund
Alsatian
INDog
Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between Golden Retriever, German Shepherd, and Indian pariah dog? Compare their breeding categories.
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Golden Retriever vs German Shepherd vs Indian pariah dog Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Compare size differences between Golden Retriever, German Shepherd, and Indian pariah dog. Which breed is the largest?
Large Large Large
Medium
Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between Golden Retriever, German Shepherd, and Indian pariah dog? Compare adult weight ranges.
Male: 60-80 pounds (27-36 kg), Female: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg) Male: 66-88 pounds (30-40 kg), Female: 49-71 pounds (22-32 kg) Male: 35-45 pounds (16-20 kg), Female: 30-40 pounds (14-18 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: 77 pounds (35 kg), Female: 60 pounds (27 kg) Male: 40 pounds (18 kg), Female: 35 pounds (16 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Golden Retriever or German Shepherd or Indian pariah dog? Golden Retriever vs German Shepherd vs Indian pariah dog height comparison:
Male: 22-24 inches (56-61cm), Female: 20-22 inches (51-56 cm) Male: 24-26 inches (60-65 cm), Female: 22-24 inches (55-60 cm) Male: 23-25 inches (57-64 cm), Female: 21-23.5 inches (53-60 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 21 inches (53.5 cm) Male: 25 inches (62.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (57.5 cm) Male: 24 inches (57 cm), Female: 22 inches (56 cm)

Golden Retriever vs German Shepherd vs Indian pariah dog Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range
Compare puppy costs for Golden Retriever, German Shepherd, and Indian pariah dog. Find price differences between these breeds.
$1000-$2000 $800-$2000 $300-$400
Availability
Which is easier to get, Golden Retriever or German Shepherd or Indian pariah dog?
Very frequent: The Golden Retriever is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The German Shepherd is quite easy to get.
Average: The Indian pariah dog is a commonly available dog breed.

Golden Retriever vs German Shepherd vs Indian pariah dog Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

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

Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between Golden Retriever, German Shepherd, and Indian pariah dog? Compare temperaments.
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Reliable
Kind
Trustworthy
Curious
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Confident
Obedient
Loyal
Watchful
Docile
Cautious
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
Golden Retriever dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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Sensitive: German Shepherd dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Golden Retriever vs German Shepherd vs Indian pariah dog?
High: Golden Retriever dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: German Shepherd dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Indian pariah dog dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Golden Retriever vs German Shepherd vs Indian pariah dog social needs comparison:
Golden Retriever dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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German Shepherd dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Indian pariah dog 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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German Shepherd dogs are not the biggest explorers.
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The wanderlust potential of the Indian pariah dog is strong enough to escape from home.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Golden Retriever dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen.
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German Shepherd dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Indian pariah dog dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals.
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Golden Retriever vs German Shepherd vs Indian pariah dog Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of Golden Retriever, German Shepherd, and Indian pariah dog. Which breed is most vocal?
Low to Average: The Golden Retriever rarely barks.
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Low to Average: The German Shepherd rarely barks.
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Average to High: The Indian pariah dog is a vocal breed.
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between Golden Retriever, German Shepherd, and Indian pariah dog. Which breed is most playful?
The Golden Retriever is a highly playful breed.
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Average: German Shepherds, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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The Indian pariah dog is a highly playful breed.
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Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of Golden Retriever, German Shepherd, and Indian pariah dog. Which adapts best to small spaces?
It is not recommended to keep the Golden Retriever breed in the home.
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.
Apartment-friendly dog the Indian pariah dog breed.

Golden Retriever vs German Shepherd vs Indian pariah dog Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between Golden Retriever, German Shepherd, and Indian pariah dog. Which breed is most flexible?
Golden Retriever 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.
Indian pariah dog dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: Golden Retriever or German Shepherd or Indian pariah dog?
Golden Retriever 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.
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Golden Retriever vs German Shepherd vs Indian pariah dog Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between Golden Retriever, German Shepherd, and Indian pariah dog. Which has lowest bite risk?

Moderate

The Golden Retriever has an average chance of biting somebody.

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The German Shepherd has a high chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Indian pariah dog has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between Golden Retriever, German Shepherd, and Indian pariah dog. 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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German Shepherd dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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Indian pariah dog dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Bite Strength Rating
Compare bite forces between Golden Retriever, German Shepherd, and Indian pariah dog. Which has the strongest bite?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Golden Retriever bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

German Shepherd bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Indian pariah dog bite force: Ordinary.

Golden Retriever vs German Shepherd vs Indian pariah dog Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of Golden Retriever, German Shepherd, and Indian pariah dog. Which breed lives longest?
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Golden Retriever: 11 years
9-13 years
The average lifespan of German Shepherd: 11 years
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Indian pariah dog: 13 years
Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between Golden Retriever, German Shepherd, and Indian pariah dog. 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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Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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Prefers average to 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, German Shepherd, and Indian pariah dog. Which has fewer health issues?
Golden Retrievers are commonly healthy dogs.
German Shepherds are commonly healthy dogs.
Very healthy dog breed.
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).
Rare
The German Shepherd should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Rare
The Indian pariah dog should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Golden Retriever vs German Shepherd vs Indian pariah dog? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Golden Retriever vs German Shepherd vs Indian pariah dog 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
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
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Golden Retriever vs German Shepherd vs Indian pariah dog Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Golden Retriever vs German Shepherd vs Indian pariah dog Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between Golden Retriever, German Shepherd, and Indian pariah dog. Which is most prone to obesity?
High: The Golden Retriever breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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Low to Average: The German Shepherd has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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Low to Average: The Indian pariah dog has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between Golden Retriever, German Shepherd, and Indian pariah dog. Which needs most food?
3 to 4 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. 1.5 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.

Golden Retriever vs German Shepherd vs Indian pariah dog Allergies and Grooming Comparison

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

Medium

The Golden Retriever has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The German Shepherd has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Indian pariah dog has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between Golden Retriever, German Shepherd, and Indian pariah dog. How do their fur characteristics differ?
Silky
Wavy
Shiny
Straight
Fuzzy Smooth
Double
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between Golden Retriever, German Shepherd, and Indian pariah dog. 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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8-12 weeks
Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Golden Retriever or German Shepherd or Indian pariah dog? Golden Retriever or German Shepherd or {name3 shedding:
Golden Retriever dogs shed moderately.
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German Shepherd dogs are heavy shedders.
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Indian pariah dog dogs are low shedders.
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Golden Retriever vs German Shepherd vs Indian pariah dog Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility
Compare child-friendliness between Golden Retriever, German Shepherd, and Indian pariah dog. Which is best with kids?
Golden Retriever dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
German Shepherd dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Indian pariah dog 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.
German Shepherd dogs are generally with other pets.
Indian pariah dog dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Golden Retriever or German Shepherd or Indian pariah dog? Which dog is more friendly?
Golden Retriever dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
German Shepherd dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Indian pariah dog dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Golden Retriever or German Shepherd or Indian pariah dog?
Golden Retriever dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
German Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Indian pariah dog dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Golden Retriever or German Shepherd or Indian pariah dog?
Golden Retriever dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
German Shepherd dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Indian pariah dog dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Golden Retriever vs German Shepherd vs Indian pariah dog?
Yes
Golden Retriever 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.
Yes
Indian pariah dog 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
German Shepherd is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Indian pariah dog 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.
German Shepherds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Indian pariah dogs are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Golden Retriever vs German Shepherd vs Indian pariah dog As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between Golden Retriever, German Shepherd, and Indian pariah dog. Which is best suited for service work?

Yes

This breed makes good as a service dog.
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Yes

This breed makes good as a service dog.
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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, German Shepherd, and Indian pariah dog. 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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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between Golden Retriever, German Shepherd, and Indian pariah dog. 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, German Shepherd, and Indian pariah dog. Which is best for SAR work?

Yes

This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.

Yes

This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Maritime Work Ability
Compare boating aptitude between Golden Retriever, German Shepherd, and Indian pariah dog. Which is best suited for water work?

Yes

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

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

Indian pariah dog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between Golden Retriever, German Shepherd, and Indian pariah dog. 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, German Shepherd, and Indian pariah dog. Which has most military use?

Not really

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

Yes

In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

Not really

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

Golden Retriever vs German Shepherd vs Indian pariah dog Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of Golden Retriever, German Shepherd, and Indian pariah dog. Which has most puppies?
5-10 puppies 6-10 puppies 6-9 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of Golden Retriever, German Shepherd, and Indian pariah dog. Any breeding differences?
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Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between Golden Retriever, German Shepherd, and Indian pariah dog. 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 German Shepherd vs Indian pariah dog Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for Golden Retriever, German Shepherd, and Indian pariah dog. How are they classified?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1925 as a Sporting breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1908 as a Herding breed. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for Golden Retriever, German Shepherd, and Indian pariah dog. How are they classified internationally?
Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Retrievers section. Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section. Not recognized by FCI.
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of Golden Retriever, German Shepherd, and Indian pariah dog. 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
German Shepherd Dog Club Of America
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