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Common Names & Aliases Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Golden Retriever, Goldador, and Great Golden Dane breeds.	Golden Flat Coat Yellow Retriever	Golden Lab Golden Labrador Retriever	No data available
Breed Classification How do breed classifications differ between Golden Retriever, Goldador, and Great Golden Dane? Compare their breeding categories.	Purebred	Cross Breed	Cross Breed

Golden Retriever vs Goldador vs Great Golden Dane Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Compare size differences between Golden Retriever, Goldador, and Great Golden Dane. Which breed is the largest?	Large	Small Large	Large Giant
Weight Statistics How do weights compare between Golden Retriever, Goldador, and Great Golden Dane? Compare adult weight ranges.	Male: 60-80 pounds (27-36 kg), Female: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg)	60-75 pounds (27-32 kg) 7-9 pounds (3-4 kg)	80-130 pounds (36-59 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 70 pounds (31.5 kg), Female: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg)	67.5 pounds (29.5 kg)	105 pounds (47.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Golden Retriever or Goldador or Great Golden Dane? Golden Retriever vs Goldador vs Great Golden Dane height comparison:	Male: 22-24 inches (56-61cm), Female: 20-22 inches (51-56 cm)	22-24 inches (56-61 cm)	26-29 inches (66-74 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 21 inches (53.5 cm)	23 inches (58.5 cm)	27.5 inches (70 cm)

Golden Retriever vs Goldador vs Great Golden Dane Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy costs for Golden Retriever, Goldador, and Great Golden Dane. Find price differences between these breeds.	$1000-$2000	$500-$1000	$800-$1200
Availability Which is easier to get, Golden Retriever or Goldador or Great Golden Dane?	Very frequent: The Golden Retriever is quite easy to get.	Average: The Goldador is a commonly available dog breed.	Very frequent: The Great Golden Dane is quite easy to get.

Golden Retriever vs Goldador vs Great Golden Dane Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Compare intelligence levels between Golden Retriever, Goldador, and Great Golden Dane. Which breed ranks highest?	Outstanding: Golden Retriever is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Outstanding: Goldador is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Outstanding: Great Golden Dane is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.
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Training Difficulty Compare training difficulty levels between Golden Retriever, Goldador, and Great Golden Dane. Which is easiest to train?	Golden Retriever dogs are easy to train. See more.	Goldador dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Great Golden Dane dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Rating Compare watchdog abilities of Golden Retriever, Goldador, and Great Golden Dane. Which breed is most alert?	Golden Retriever dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Goldador dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Great Golden Dane dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Compare territorial instincts between Golden Retriever, Goldador, and Great Golden Dane. Which breed is most protective?	Golden Retriever dogs are average defenders. See more.	Goldador dogs are average defenders. See more.	Great Golden Dane dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
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Golden Retriever vs Goldador vs Great Golden Dane Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits How do personalities differ between Golden Retriever, Goldador, and Great Golden Dane? Compare temperaments.	Intelligent Confident Friendly Reliable Kind Trustworthy	Active Energetic Loyal Gentle Good-natured Easygoing	Loving Intelligent Confident Friendly Reliable Devoted Gentle Kind Reserved Trustworthy
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.	Goldador 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.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Golden Retriever vs Goldador vs Great Golden Dane?	High: Golden Retriever dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Goldador dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: Great Golden Dane dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
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Social Needs Golden Retriever vs Goldador vs Great Golden Dane social needs comparison:	Golden Retriever dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Goldador dogs are a social breed. See more.	Great Golden Dane dogs need a lot of social interaction. 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.	The wanderlust potential of the Goldador is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Great Golden Dane dogs have average wanderlust potential. 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.	Their prey drive is low. See more.	Great Golden Dane 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.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Golden Retriever vs Goldador vs Great Golden Dane Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Compare barking frequencies of Golden Retriever, Goldador, and Great Golden Dane. Which breed is most vocal?	Low to Average: The Golden Retriever rarely barks. See more.	Low: The Goldador barks none to minimal. See more.	Low to Average: The Great Golden Dane rarely barks. See more.
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Playful Nature Compare playfulness levels between Golden Retriever, Goldador, and Great Golden Dane. Which breed is most playful?	The Golden Retriever is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Goldador is a playful breed. See more.	The Great Golden Dane is a playful breed. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Compare apartment suitability of Golden Retriever, Goldador, and Great Golden Dane. Which adapts best to small spaces?	It is not recommended to keep the Golden Retriever breed in the home.	It is not recommended to keep the Goldador breed in the home.	Apartment-friendly dog the Great Golden Dane breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Golden Retriever vs Goldador vs Great Golden Dane Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Compare adaptability between Golden Retriever, Goldador, and Great Golden Dane. Which breed is most flexible?	Golden Retriever dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Goldador dogs don't adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Great Golden Dane dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Golden Retriever or Goldador or Great Golden Dane?	Golden Retriever dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Goldador 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.	Great Golden Dane dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Golden Retriever vs Goldador vs Great Golden Dane Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Compare biting potential between Golden Retriever, Goldador, and Great Golden Dane. Which has lowest bite risk?	Moderate ⏺ The Golden Retriever has an average chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Goldador has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Great Golden Dane has a low chance of biting somebody. Moderate ⏺ The Great Golden Dane has an average chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Compare mouthing tendencies between Golden Retriever, Goldador, and Great Golden Dane. Which uses mouth most during play?	Golden Retriever dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Goldador dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Great Golden Dane dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.
Bite Strength Rating Compare bite forces between Golden Retriever, Goldador, and Great Golden Dane. Which has the strongest bite?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Golden Retriever bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Goldador bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Great Golden Dane bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force

Golden Retriever vs Goldador vs Great Golden Dane Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Compare life expectancies of Golden Retriever, Goldador, and Great Golden Dane. Which breed lives longest?	10-12 years The average lifespan of Golden Retriever: 11 years	9-15 years The average lifespan of Goldador: 12 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Great Golden Dane: 11 years
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Climate Tolerance Compare weather adaptability between Golden Retriever, Goldador, and Great Golden Dane. 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. See more.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.
Health Concerns Compare health problems common in Golden Retriever, Goldador, and Great Golden Dane. Which has fewer health issues?	Golden Retrievers are commonly healthy dogs.	The Goldador is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Great Golden Danes are commonly healthy dogs.
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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 Goldador should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Rare The Great Golden Dane should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Golden Retriever vs Goldador vs Great Golden Dane? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Golden Retriever vs Goldador vs Great Golden Dane 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 Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Elbow Dysplasia Diabetes	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Patent Ductus Arteriosis Allergies Cancer Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Bloat Epilepsy Elbow Dysplasia Mitral Valve Disease Osteochondrosis Dissecans Hemangiosarcoma Osteosarcoma Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis Dilated Cardiomyopathy Persistent Right Aortic Arch Tricuspid Valve Dysplasia

Golden Retriever vs Goldador vs Great Golden Dane Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Compare energy levels between Golden Retriever, Goldador, and Great Golden Dane. Which breed is most active?	Golden Retriever dogs are high-energy dogs.	Goldador dogs are high-energy dogs.	Great Golden Dane dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Golden Retriever vs Goldador vs Great Golden Dane exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Golden Retriever or Goldador or Great Golden Dane? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Golden Retriever dogs need a lot of exercises.	Goldador dogs need a lot of exercises.	Great Golden Dane dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Golden Retriever or Goldador or Great Golden Dane?	Golden Retriever dogs don't need too much sleep.	Goldador dogs don't need too much sleep.	Great Golden Dane dogs don't need too much sleep.
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Golden Retriever vs Goldador vs Great Golden Dane Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Compare weight gain tendencies between Golden Retriever, Goldador, and Great Golden Dane. Which is most prone to obesity?	High: The Golden Retriever breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	Average: The Goldador has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Great Golden Dane's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
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Food Consumption Compare food requirements between Golden Retriever, Goldador, and Great Golden Dane. Which needs most food?	3 to 4 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	5 to 6 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	8 to 10 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot

Golden Retriever vs Goldador vs Great Golden Dane Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Golden Retriever, Goldador, and Great Golden Dane. Which is best for allergy sufferers?	No See more.	Yes No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Coat Colors Compare color variations between Golden Retriever, Goldador, and Great Golden Dane. What colors are available?	Golden Light	Yellow Gold Reddish Gold	Black Blue White Fawn Brindle Golden Merle Light
Grooming Requirements Compare grooming needs between Golden Retriever, Goldador, and Great Golden Dane. Which requires most maintenance?	Average: The Golden Retriever requires average grooming effort. See more.	Advanced: The Goldador requires a lot of grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The Great Golden Dane doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Drooling Tendency Compare drooling tendencies between Golden Retriever, Goldador, and Great Golden Dane. 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. See more.	The Goldador is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The Great Golden Dane 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 Compare odor levels between Golden Retriever, Goldador, and Great Golden Dane. Which has least natural smell?	Medium ⏺ The Golden Retriever has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Goldador has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Great Golden Dane has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics Compare coat types between Golden Retriever, Goldador, and Great Golden Dane. How do their fur characteristics differ?	Silky Wavy Shiny Straight	Soft Dense Undercoat	Dense Silky Wavy Shiny Straight
Bathing Needs Compare bathing needs between Golden Retriever, Goldador, and Great Golden Dane. Which requires most frequent baths?	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.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Golden Retriever or Goldador or Great Golden Dane? Golden Retriever or Goldador or {name3 shedding:	Golden Retriever dogs shed moderately. See more.	Goldador dogs shed moderately. See more.	Great Golden Dane dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most

Golden Retriever vs Goldador vs Great Golden Dane Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Compare child-friendliness between Golden Retriever, Goldador, and Great Golden Dane. Which is best with kids?	Golden Retriever dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Goldador dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Great Golden Dane dogs are very 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.	Goldador dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Great Golden Dane dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Golden Retriever or Goldador or Great Golden Dane? Which dog is more friendly?	Golden Retriever dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	Goldador dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	Great Golden Dane dogs are 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 Goldador or Great Golden Dane?	Golden Retriever dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Goldador dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Great Golden Dane dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Golden Retriever or Goldador or Great Golden Dane?	Golden Retriever dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Goldador dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Great Golden Dane dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Golden Retriever vs Goldador vs Great Golden Dane?	Yes Golden Retriever dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	No Goldador dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.	Yes Great Golden Dane 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	Yes Goldador is one of the best dog breeds for office environment	No Great Golden Dane 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.	Goldadors are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Great Golden Danes are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Golden Retriever vs Goldador vs Great Golden Dane As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Compare service dog potential between Golden Retriever, Goldador, and Great Golden Dane. Which is best suited for service work?	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.	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 Compare therapy dog potential between Golden Retriever, Goldador, and Great Golden Dane. Which excels in therapy work?	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.
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Scent Detection Ability Compare detection capabilities between Golden Retriever, Goldador, and Great Golden Dane. 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.	Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.
Search & Rescue Potential Compare search and rescue potential between Golden Retriever, Goldador, and Great Golden Dane. 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.	Yes This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.
Maritime Work Ability Compare boating aptitude between Golden Retriever, Goldador, and Great Golden Dane. Which is best suited for water work?	Yes Golden Retriever breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Yes Goldador breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Yes Great Golden Dane breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Compare cart pulling abilities between Golden Retriever, Goldador, and Great Golden Dane. Which is best for draft work?	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.	Yes A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Military Service Background Compare military service history of Golden Retriever, Goldador, and Great Golden Dane. 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 Goldador vs Great Golden Dane Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare typical litter sizes of Golden Retriever, Goldador, and Great Golden Dane. Which has most puppies?	5-10 puppies	5-10 puppies	5-10 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare gestation periods of Golden Retriever, Goldador, and Great Golden Dane. Any breeding differences?	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding intervals between Golden Retriever, Goldador, and Great Golden Dane. What's recommended?	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.

Golden Retriever vs Goldador vs Great Golden Dane Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC groups for Golden Retriever, Goldador, and Great Golden Dane. How are they classified?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1925 as a Sporting breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Classification Compare FCI groups for Golden Retriever, Goldador, and Great Golden Dane. How are they classified internationally?	Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Retrievers section.	Not recognized by FCI.	Not recognized by FCI.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare breed recognition status of Golden Retriever, Goldador, and Great Golden Dane. 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	Not recognized by any clubs.	No data available

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