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Name	Golden Retriever	Goldendoodle	Labradoodle
Origins	Scotland	United States Canada	Australia
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Golden Flat Coat Yellow Retriever	Curly Retriever Goldenpoo Curly Golden	No data available
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Golden Retriever vs Goldendoodle vs Labradoodle breed type comparison:	Purebred	Cross Breed	Cross Breed

Golden Retriever vs Goldendoodle vs Labradoodle Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Golden Retriever or Goldendoodle or Labradoodle? Which is the smallest dog, Golden Retriever or Goldendoodle or Labradoodle?	Large	Large	Large
Weight Which is heavier, Golden Retriever or Goldendoodle or Goldendoodle? Golden Retriever vs Goldendoodle vs Labradoodle weight comparison:	Male: 60-80 pounds (27-36 kg), Female: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg)	Miniature: 15-30 pounds (7-14 kg)Standard: 45-100 pounds (20-45 kg), Medium: 30-45 pounds (14-20 kg)	50-64 pounds (22-34 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 70 pounds (31.5 kg), Female: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg)	Miniature: 22.5 pounds (10.5 kg)Standard: 72.5 pounds (32.5 kg), Medium: 37.5 pounds (17 kg)	57.5 pounds (26 kg)
Height Which is taller, Golden Retriever or Goldendoodle or Labradoodle? Golden Retriever vs Goldendoodle vs Labradoodle height comparison:	Male: 22-24 inches (56-61cm), Female: 20-22 inches (51-56 cm)	13-24 inches (33-61 cm)	Male: 22 - 24 inches (50 – 60 cm), Female: 20 - 22 inches (50 - 55 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 21 inches (53.5 cm)	18.5 inches (47 cm)	Male: 23 inches (58 cm), Female: 21 inches (53.5 cm)

Golden Retriever vs Goldendoodle vs Labradoodle Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Golden Retriever or Goldendoodle or Labradoodle? Which is more expensive?	$1000-$2000	$600-$800	$1000-$2000
Availability Which is easier to get, Golden Retriever or Goldendoodle or Labradoodle?	Very frequent: The Golden Retriever is quite easy to get.	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.	Frequent: The Labradoodle is easier than average to get.

Golden Retriever vs Goldendoodle vs Labradoodle Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Golden Retriever vs Goldendoodle vs Labradoodle intelligence:	Outstanding: Golden Retriever is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Smart: The Labradoodle dogs have great intelligence. See more.
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Trainability Golden Retriever vs Goldendoodle vs Labradoodle trainability comparison.	Golden Retriever dogs are easy to train. See more.	Goldendoodle dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Labradoodle dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Golden Retriever or Goldendoodle or Labradoodle?	Golden Retriever dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Goldendoodle dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Labradoodle dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Golden Retriever or Goldendoodle or Labradoodle? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Golden Retriever dogs are average defenders. See more.	Goldendoodle dogs are not the best to protect their territory. See more.	Labradoodle dogs are average defenders. See more.
Guard Dog Breeds List

Golden Retriever vs Goldendoodle vs Labradoodle Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Golden Retriever or Goldendoodle or Labradoodle? Golden Retriever vs Goldendoodle vs Labradoodle behavior/temperament comparison:	Intelligent Confident Friendly Reliable Kind Trustworthy	Energetic Intelligent Friendly Trainable	Alert Intelligent Affectionate
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Golden Retriever dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	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 Goldendoodle vs Labradoodle?	High: Golden Retriever dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Goldendoodle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Labradoodle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Golden Retriever vs Goldendoodle vs Labradoodle social needs comparison:	Golden Retriever dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Goldendoodle dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Labradoodle 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.	Goldendoodle dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Labradoodle 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.	Goldendoodle dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.	Labradoodle 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 Goldendoodle vs Labradoodle Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Golden Retriever vs Goldendoodle vs Labradoodle playfulness comparison:	The Golden Retriever is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Goldendoodle is a playful breed. See more.	The Labradoodle is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Golden Retriever vs Goldendoodle vs Labradoodle?	Low to Average: The Golden Retriever rarely barks. See more.	Average: The Goldendoodle barks occasionally. See more.	Average: The Labradoodle barks occasionally. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Golden Retriever or Goldendoodle or Labradoodle?	It is not recommended to keep the Golden Retriever breed in the home.	Very house-friendly dog the Goldendoodle breed.	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 Labradoodle indoors.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Golden Retriever vs Goldendoodle vs Labradoodle Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Golden Retriever dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Goldendoodle dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Labradoodle dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Golden Retriever or Goldendoodle or Labradoodle?	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.	Labradoodle dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Golden Retriever vs Goldendoodle vs Labradoodle Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Golden Retriever or Goldendoodle or Labradoodle?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Golden Retriever bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Goldendoodle bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Labradoodle bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	Moderate ⏺ The Golden Retriever has an average chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Goldendoodle has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Labradoodle has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Golden Retriever vs Goldendoodle vs Labradoodle mouthiness comparison:	Golden Retriever dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Goldendoodle dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Labradoodle dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Golden Retriever vs Goldendoodle vs Labradoodle Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Golden Retriever vs Goldendoodle vs Labradoodle health comparison. Which is the healthier: Golden Retriever vs Goldendoodle vs Labradoodle?	Golden Retrievers are commonly healthy dogs.	Goldendoodles are commonly healthy dogs.	Labradoodles are commonly healthy dogs.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Golden Retriever vs Goldendoodle vs Labradoodle? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Golden Retriever vs Goldendoodle vs Labradoodle 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 Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Bloat Addison's Disease Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis	Hip Dysplasia Allergies Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Ear Infections Elbow Dysplasia Canine Diabetes Mellitus
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Rare The Golden Retriever should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Rare The Goldendoodle should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Rare The Labradoodle should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Golden Retriever vs Goldendoodle vs Labradoodle lifespan comparison. How long do Golden Retriever, Goldendoodle and Labradoodle breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	10-12 years The average lifespan of Golden Retriever: 11 years	9-15 years The average lifespan of Goldendoodle: 12 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Labradoodle: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Golden Retriever vs Goldendoodle vs Labradoodle?	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.

Golden Retriever vs Goldendoodle vs Labradoodle Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Golden Retriever or Goldendoodle or Labradoodle? Golden Retriever vs Goldendoodle vs Labradoodle energy level comparison:	Golden Retriever dogs are high-energy dogs.	Goldendoodle dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Labradoodle dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Golden Retriever vs Goldendoodle vs Labradoodle exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Golden Retriever or Goldendoodle or Labradoodle? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Golden Retriever dogs need a lot of exercises.	Goldendoodle dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Labradoodle dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Golden Retriever or Goldendoodle or Labradoodle?	Golden Retriever dogs don't need too much sleep.	Goldendoodle dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Labradoodle dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Golden Retriever vs Goldendoodle vs Labradoodle Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Golden Retriever or Goldendoodle or Labradoodle?	3 to 4 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three meals.	4 to 5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Golden Retriever vs Goldendoodle vs Labradoodle weight gain potential comparison:	High: The Golden Retriever breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	Average: The Goldendoodle has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Labradoodle's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Golden Retriever vs Goldendoodle vs Labradoodle Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Golden Retriever vs Goldendoodle vs Labradoodle coat comparison:	Silky Wavy Shiny Straight	Curly Wavy Smooth Straight	Fine Variety of coat types
Colors What are the original Golden Retriever, Goldendoodle and Labradoodle color?	Golden Light	Black Gray Red White Brown Yellow	Black Blue Cream Silver Chocolate Gold Apricot Caramel Chalky white Café Parchment They can also have parti-colored coats, which consist of brindles, phantom, patched, or sable colors.
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Golden Retriever or Goldendoodle or Labradoodle? Golden Retriever vs Goldendoodle vs Labradoodle grooming comparison:	Average: The Golden Retriever requires average grooming effort. See more.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Average: The Labradoodle requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Golden Retriever or Goldendoodle or Labradoodle? Golden Retriever or Goldendoodle or {name3 shedding:	Golden Retriever dogs shed moderately. See more.	Goldendoodle dogs shed moderately. See more.	Labradoodle dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Golden Retriever or Goldendoodle or Labradoodle?	2-3 weeks Frequent. This breed has high-maintenance hair and may require a bath every 2-3 weeks. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Hypoallergenic Golden Retriever vs Goldendoodle vs Labradoodle hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	Yes See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Golden Retriever vs Goldendoodle vs Labradoodle?	Medium ⏺ The Golden Retriever has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Goldendoodle has a low chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Labradoodle has a low chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Golden Retriever drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed. See more.	The Goldendoodle is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Labradoodle is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.

Golden Retriever vs Goldendoodle vs Labradoodle Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Golden Retriever dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Goldendoodle dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Labradoodle dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Golden Retriever or Goldendoodle or Labradoodle? Which dog is more friendly?	Golden Retriever dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	Goldendoodle dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	Labradoodle dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Golden Retriever or Goldendoodle or Labradoodle?	Golden Retriever dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Goldendoodle dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Labradoodle dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Golden Retriever or Goldendoodle or Labradoodle?	Golden Retriever dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Goldendoodle dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Labradoodle dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Golden Retriever or Goldendoodle or Labradoodle?	Golden Retriever dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Goldendoodle dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Labradoodle dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Golden Retriever vs Goldendoodle vs Labradoodle?	Yes Golden Retriever dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Goldendoodle dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Labradoodle 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 Goldendoodle is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Labradoodle 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.	Goldendoodles are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Labradoodles are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Golden Retriever vs Goldendoodle vs Labradoodle As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Golden Retriever or Goldendoodle or Labradoodle? Which is better for autism?	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.
Therapy Dog Breeds
Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR) Which one could be a search and rescue dog?	Yes This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Golden Retriever vs Goldendoodle vs Labradoodle?	Yes Golden Retriever breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Not really Goldendoodle breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Yes Labradoodle breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.
Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Fighting Dog / Military Dog	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Golden Retriever vs Goldendoodle vs Labradoodle Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.
Litter Size How many puppies can Golden Retriever and Goldendoodle and Labradoodle have?	5-10 puppies	4-8 puppies	4-10 puppies
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Golden Retriever vs Goldendoodle vs Labradoodle Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	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 Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Retrievers section.	Not recognized by FCI.	Not recognized by FCI.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club	Dog Registry of America Inc. American Canine Hybrid Club Designer Breed Registry Designer Dogs Kennel Club International Designer Canine Registry	Australian Labradoodle Association International Australian Labradoodle Association

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