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Name	Golden Retriever	Havanese	Bolognese dog
Origins	Scotland	Cuba	Italy
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Group	Gun Dog	Companion Dogs	Companion Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Golden Flat Coat Yellow Retriever	Bichon Habanero Bichon Havanais Bichon Havanes Havanese Cuban Bichon Havaneser Havanezer Bichon Havanese	Bolognese Toy Dog Bichon Bolognese
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Golden Retriever vs Havanese vs Bolognese dog breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Golden Retriever vs Havanese vs Bolognese dog Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Golden Retriever or Havanese or Bolognese dog? Which is the smallest dog, Golden Retriever or Havanese or Bolognese dog?	Large	Small	Small
Weight Which is heavier, Golden Retriever or Havanese or Havanese? Golden Retriever vs Havanese vs Bolognese dog weight comparison:	Male: 60-80 pounds (27-36 kg), Female: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg)	7-13 pounds (3-6 kg)	4.5-9 pounds (2.5-4 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 70 pounds (31.5 kg), Female: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg)	10 pounds (4.5 kg)	6.75 pounds (3.25 kg)
Height Which is taller, Golden Retriever or Havanese or Bolognese dog? Golden Retriever vs Havanese vs Bolognese dog height comparison:	Male: 22-24 inches (56-61cm), Female: 20-22 inches (51-56 cm)	8-11 inches (21-29 cm)	Males: 10.5-12 inches (27-30 cm), Female: 10-11 inches (25-28 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 21 inches (53.5 cm)	10 inches (25 cm)	Males: 11.25 inches (28.5 cm), Female: 10.5 inches (26.5 cm)

Golden Retriever vs Havanese vs Bolognese dog Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Golden Retriever or Havanese or Bolognese dog? Which is more expensive?	$1000-$2000	$900-$1200	$1200-$1400
Availability Which is easier to get, Golden Retriever or Havanese or Bolognese dog?	Very frequent: The Golden Retriever is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Havanese is quite easy to get.	Average: The Bolognese dog is a commonly available dog breed.

Golden Retriever vs Havanese vs Bolognese dog Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Golden Retriever vs Havanese vs Bolognese dog 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 Bolognese dog dogs have great intelligence. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Golden Retriever vs Havanese vs Bolognese dog trainability comparison.	Golden Retriever dogs are easy to train. See more.	Havanese dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Bolognese dog 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 Havanese or Bolognese dog?	Golden Retriever dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Havanese dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Bolognese dog dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Golden Retriever or Havanese or Bolognese dog? 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.	Havanese dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Bolognese dog dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
Guard Dog Breeds List

Golden Retriever vs Havanese vs Bolognese dog Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Golden Retriever or Havanese or Bolognese dog? Golden Retriever vs Havanese vs Bolognese dog behavior/temperament comparison:	Intelligent Confident Friendly Reliable Kind Trustworthy	Playful Intelligent Responsive Affectionate Lively Gentle Companionable Sturdy Amiable Charming	Active Playful Intelligent Loyal Devoted Calm Faithful Easygoing Earnest Willing Serene
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.	Sensitive: Bolognese dog 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 Havanese vs Bolognese dog?	High: Golden Retriever dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Havanese dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Bolognese dog 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 Havanese vs Bolognese dog social needs comparison:	Golden Retriever dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Havanese dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Bolognese dog 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.	Havanese dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Bolognese dog dogs are not the biggest explorers. 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.	Havanese dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Bolognese dog 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 Havanese vs Bolognese dog Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Golden Retriever vs Havanese vs Bolognese dog playfulness comparison:	The Golden Retriever is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Havanese is a highly playful breed. See more.	Average: Bolognese dogs, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
Most Playful Dog Breeds
Barking Which dog barks more/less: Golden Retriever vs Havanese vs Bolognese dog?	Low to Average: The Golden Retriever rarely barks. See more.	Low to Average: The Havanese rarely barks. See more.	Average to High: The Bolognese dog is a vocal breed. 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 Havanese or Bolognese dog?	It is not recommended to keep the Golden Retriever breed in the home.	Very house-friendly dog the Havanese breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Bolognese dog breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Golden Retriever vs Havanese vs Bolognese dog 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.	Havanese dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Bolognese dog 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 Havanese or Bolognese dog?	Golden Retriever dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Havanese dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Bolognese dog dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Golden Retriever vs Havanese vs Bolognese dog Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Golden Retriever or Havanese or Bolognese dog?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Golden Retriever bite force: Ordinary.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Havanese bite force: Weak.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Bolognese dog bite force: Weak.
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 Havanese has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Bolognese dog has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Golden Retriever vs Havanese vs Bolognese dog mouthiness comparison:	Golden Retriever dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Havanese dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Bolognese dog dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Golden Retriever vs Havanese vs Bolognese dog Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Golden Retriever vs Havanese vs Bolognese dog health comparison. Which is the healthier: Golden Retriever vs Havanese vs Bolognese dog?	Golden Retrievers are commonly healthy dogs.	The Havanese is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Bolognese dog is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Golden Retriever vs Havanese vs Bolognese dog? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Golden Retriever vs Havanese vs Bolognese 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 Heart Murmurs Hip Dysplasia Legg-perthes Disease Patellar Luxation Deafness Chondrodysplasia Elbow Dysplasia Mitral Valve Disease Portosystemic Liver Shunt	Hip Dysplasia Legg-perthes Disease Chronic Eye Irritation
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).	Average The Havanese should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Bolognese dog should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Golden Retriever vs Havanese vs Bolognese dog lifespan comparison. How long do Golden Retriever, Havanese and Bolognese dog breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	10-12 years The average lifespan of Golden Retriever: 11 years	14-16 years The average lifespan of Havanese: 15 years	13-15 years The average lifespan of Bolognese dog: 14 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Golden Retriever vs Havanese vs Bolognese dog?	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.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.

Golden Retriever vs Havanese vs Bolognese dog Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Golden Retriever or Havanese or Bolognese dog? Golden Retriever vs Havanese vs Bolognese dog energy level comparison:	Golden Retriever dogs are high-energy dogs.	Havanese dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.	Bolognese dog dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Golden Retriever vs Havanese vs Bolognese dog exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Golden Retriever or Havanese or Bolognese dog? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Golden Retriever dogs need a lot of exercises.	Havanese dogs exercise need is very minimal.	Bolognese dog dogs exercise need is minimal.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Golden Retriever or Havanese or Bolognese dog?	Golden Retriever dogs don't need too much sleep.	Havanese dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	Bolognese dog dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Golden Retriever vs Havanese vs Bolognese dog Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Golden Retriever or Havanese or Bolognese dog?	3 to 4 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1/2 to 1 cup dry food a day.	1 to 1.5 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 Havanese vs Bolognese dog weight gain potential comparison:	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 Havanese's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average: The Bolognese dog has an average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Golden Retriever vs Havanese vs Bolognese dog Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Golden Retriever vs Havanese vs Bolognese dog coat comparison:	Silky Wavy Shiny Straight	Soft Wavy Woolly Flat Long	Curly Silky
Colors What are the original Golden Retriever, Havanese and Bolognese dog color?	Golden Light	Black White Fawn Reddish-Brown Havana Brown Tobacco	Pure white
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Golden Retriever or Havanese or Bolognese dog? Golden Retriever vs Havanese vs Bolognese dog grooming comparison:	Average: The Golden Retriever requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The Havanese requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The Bolognese dog requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Golden Retriever or Havanese or Bolognese dog? Golden Retriever or Havanese or {name3 shedding:	Golden Retriever dogs shed moderately. See more.	Havanese dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Bolognese dog dogs shed none to minimal. 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 Havanese or Bolognese dog?	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 Havanese vs Bolognese dog hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	Yes 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 Havanese vs Bolognese dog?	Medium ⏺ The Golden Retriever has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Havanese has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Bolognese dog has an average 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 Havanese is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Bolognese dog is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Golden Retriever vs Havanese vs Bolognese dog Good With Comparison

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

Golden Retriever vs Havanese vs Bolognese dog 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.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Golden Retriever or Havanese or Bolognese dog? 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.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a 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 Havanese vs Bolognese dog?	Yes Golden Retriever breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Not really Havanese breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Bolognese dog breed usually doesn't like 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 Havanese vs Bolognese dog 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 Havanese and Bolognese dog have?	5-10 puppies	1-9 puppies, average 4	2-5 puppies
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Golden Retriever vs Havanese vs Bolognese dog Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1925 as a Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1996 as a Toy breed.	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.	Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Bichons and related breeds section.	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	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 United Kennel Club Havanese Club of America	American Canine Registry America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Foundation Stock Service

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