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Golden Retriever vs Landseer vs Portuguese Water Dog Comparison - Dog breed selector: Golden Flat Coat or Landseer Newfoundland or Cao De Agua? Find the right dog for you

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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Golden Retriever, Landseer, and Portuguese Water Dog breeds.
Golden Flat Coat
Yellow Retriever
Landseer Newfoundland Cao De Agua
Portie
Water Dog
Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between Golden Retriever, Landseer, and Portuguese Water Dog? Compare their breeding categories.
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Golden Retriever vs Landseer vs Portuguese Water Dog Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Compare size differences between Golden Retriever, Landseer, and Portuguese Water Dog. Which breed is the largest?
Large Giant Medium
Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between Golden Retriever, Landseer, and Portuguese Water Dog? Compare adult weight ranges.
Male: 60-80 pounds (27-36 kg), Female: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg) Male: 130-150 pounds (59-68 kg), Female: 100-120 pounds (45-54 kg) Male: 42-55 pounds (19-25 kg), Female: 35-49 pounds (16-22 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: 140 pounds (63.5 kg), Female: 110 pounds (49.5 kg) Male: 48.5 pounds (22 kg), Female: 42 pounds (19 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Golden Retriever or Landseer or Portuguese Water Dog? Golden Retriever vs Landseer vs Portuguese Water Dog height comparison:
Male: 22-24 inches (56-61cm), Female: 20-22 inches (51-56 cm) Male: 28.5-31.5 inches (72-80 cm), Female: 26.5-28.5 inches (67-72 cm) Male: 20-22 inches (50-57 cm), Female: 17-20 inches (43-52 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 21 inches (53.5 cm) Male: 28.5-31.5 inches (76 cm), Female: 26.5-28.5 inches (69.5 cm) Male: 21 inches (53.5 cm), Female: 18.5 inches (47.5 cm)

Golden Retriever vs Landseer vs Portuguese Water Dog Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range
Compare puppy costs for Golden Retriever, Landseer, and Portuguese Water Dog. Find price differences between these breeds.
$1000-$2000 $2000-$2500 $2500-$2800
Availability
Which is easier to get, Golden Retriever or Landseer or Portuguese Water Dog?
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.
Very frequent: The Portuguese Water Dog is quite easy to get.

Golden Retriever vs Landseer vs Portuguese Water Dog Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between Golden Retriever, Landseer, and Portuguese Water Dog. Which breed ranks highest?
Outstanding: Golden Retriever is one of the brightest dog breeds.
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Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Smart: The Portuguese Water Dog dogs have great intelligence.
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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between Golden Retriever, Landseer, and Portuguese Water Dog. Which is easiest to train?
Golden Retriever dogs are easy to train.
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Landseer dogs are quite easy to train.
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Portuguese Water Dog dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of Golden Retriever, Landseer, and Portuguese Water Dog. Which breed is most alert?
Golden Retriever dogs are average watchdogs.
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Landseer dogs are good watchdogs.
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Portuguese Water Dog dogs are good watchdogs.
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Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between Golden Retriever, Landseer, and Portuguese Water Dog. Which breed is most protective?
Golden Retriever dogs are average defenders.
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Landseer dogs are average defenders.
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Portuguese Water Dog dogs are average defenders.
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Golden Retriever vs Landseer vs Portuguese Water Dog Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between Golden Retriever, Landseer, and Portuguese Water Dog? Compare temperaments.
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Reliable
Kind
Trustworthy
Playful
Loving
Courageous
Intelligent
Patient
Generous
Intelligent
Docile
Obedient
Brave
Impetuous
Quarrelsome
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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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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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 Landseer vs Portuguese Water Dog?
High: Golden Retriever dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Landseer dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Portuguese Water Dog dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Golden Retriever vs Landseer vs Portuguese Water Dog social needs comparison:
Golden Retriever dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Landseer dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Portuguese Water Dog dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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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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Landseer dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Portuguese Water Dog dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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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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Landseer 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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Portuguese Water 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.
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Golden Retriever vs Landseer vs Portuguese Water Dog Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of Golden Retriever, Landseer, and Portuguese Water Dog. Which breed is most vocal?
Low to Average: The Golden Retriever rarely barks.
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Average: The Landseer barks occasionally.
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Low to Average: The Portuguese Water Dog rarely barks.
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between Golden Retriever, Landseer, and Portuguese Water Dog. Which breed is most playful?
The Golden Retriever is a highly playful breed.
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The Landseer is a playful breed.
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The Portuguese Water Dog is a playful breed.
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Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of Golden Retriever, Landseer, and Portuguese Water 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 Landseer indoors.
Apartment-friendly dog the Portuguese Water Dog breed.

Golden Retriever vs Landseer vs Portuguese Water Dog Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between Golden Retriever, Landseer, and Portuguese Water Dog. Which breed is most flexible?
Golden Retriever dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Average: Landseer dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Portuguese Water 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 Landseer or Portuguese Water Dog?
Golden Retriever dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
Landseer dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
Portuguese Water 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 Landseer vs Portuguese Water Dog Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between Golden Retriever, Landseer, and Portuguese Water Dog. Which has lowest bite risk?

Moderate

The Golden Retriever has an average chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Landseer has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Portuguese Water Dog has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between Golden Retriever, Landseer, and Portuguese Water 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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Landseer dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Portuguese Water Dog dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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Bite Strength Rating
Compare bite forces between Golden Retriever, Landseer, and Portuguese Water Dog. Which has the strongest bite?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Golden Retriever bite force: Ordinary.

Above 400 PSI 🔼

Landseer bite force: The Strongest.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Portuguese Water Dog bite force: Ordinary.

Golden Retriever vs Landseer vs Portuguese Water Dog Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of Golden Retriever, Landseer, and Portuguese Water Dog. Which breed lives longest?
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Golden Retriever: 11 years
9-11 years
The average lifespan of Landseer: 10 years
10-14 years
The average lifespan of Portuguese Water Dog: 12 years
Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between Golden Retriever, Landseer, and Portuguese Water 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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Prefers cold weather
The Landseer can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog.
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Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Portuguese Water Dog can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in Golden Retriever, Landseer, and Portuguese Water Dog. Which has fewer health issues?
Golden Retrievers are commonly healthy dogs.
The Landseer is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The Portuguese Water Dog is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
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 Landseer should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Average
The Portuguese Water Dog should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Golden Retriever vs Landseer vs Portuguese Water Dog? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Golden Retriever vs Landseer vs Portuguese Water 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
Hip Dysplasia
Patent Ductus Arteriosis
Bloat
Ear Infections
Elbow Dysplasia
Cystine Urolithiasis
Obesity
Cystinuria
Megaesophagus
Heatstroke
Acquired Depigmentation
Callus Dermatitis
Sub-Aortic Stenosis (SAS)
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Entropion
Ectropion
Distichiasis
Persistent Pupillary Membranes
Addison's Disease
Megaesophagus
Irritable Bowel Disease (ibd)
Abnormally Small Eyes
GM-1 Storage Disease
Juvenile Dilated Cardiomyopathy
Gastrointestinal Diseases
Colitis
Hemorrhagic Gastroenteritis
Lymphangiectasia

Golden Retriever vs Landseer vs Portuguese Water Dog Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating
Compare energy levels between Golden Retriever, Landseer, and Portuguese Water Dog. Which breed is most active?
Golden Retriever dogs are high-energy dogs.
Landseer dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Portuguese Water Dog dogs are high-energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Golden Retriever vs Landseer vs Portuguese Water Dog exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Golden Retriever or Landseer or Portuguese Water Dog? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Golden Retriever dogs need a lot of exercises.
Landseer dogs have an average exercise need.
Portuguese Water Dog dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Golden Retriever or Landseer or Portuguese Water Dog?
Golden Retriever dogs don't need too much sleep.
Landseer dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
Portuguese Water Dog dogs don't need too much sleep.

Golden Retriever vs Landseer vs Portuguese Water Dog Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between Golden Retriever, Landseer, and Portuguese Water Dog. Which is most prone to obesity?
High: The Golden Retriever breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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High: The Landseer breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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Average: The Portuguese Water Dog has an average risk for obesity.
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between Golden Retriever, Landseer, and Portuguese Water Dog. Which needs most food?
3 to 4 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 2 to 2.5 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.

Golden Retriever vs Landseer vs Portuguese Water Dog Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Golden Retriever, Landseer, and Portuguese Water Dog. Which is best for allergy sufferers?
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between Golden Retriever, Landseer, and Portuguese Water Dog. What colors are available?
Golden
Light
Black
White
Black
White
Brown
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between Golden Retriever, Landseer, and Portuguese Water Dog. Which requires most maintenance?
Average: The Golden Retriever requires average grooming effort.
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Average: The Landseer requires average grooming effort.
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Average: The Portuguese Water Dog requires average grooming effort.
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Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between Golden Retriever, Landseer, and Portuguese Water 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 Landseer is an average drooler.
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The Portuguese Water Dog is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between Golden Retriever, Landseer, and Portuguese Water Dog. Which has least natural smell?

Medium

The Golden Retriever has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Landseer has an average chance of bad smell.

Low 🔽

The Portuguese Water Dog has a low chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between Golden Retriever, Landseer, and Portuguese Water Dog. How do their fur characteristics differ?
Silky
Wavy
Shiny
Straight
Dense Curly
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between Golden Retriever, Landseer, and Portuguese Water 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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4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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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 Landseer or Portuguese Water Dog? Golden Retriever or Landseer or {name3 shedding:
Golden Retriever dogs shed moderately.
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Landseer dogs shed moderately.
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Portuguese Water Dog dogs shed none to minimal.
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Golden Retriever vs Landseer vs Portuguese Water Dog Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility
Compare child-friendliness between Golden Retriever, Landseer, and Portuguese Water Dog. Which is best with kids?
Golden Retriever dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Landseer dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Portuguese Water Dog dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Pet Compatibility
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Golden Retriever dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Landseer dogs are generally with other pets.
Portuguese Water Dog dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Golden Retriever or Landseer or Portuguese Water Dog? Which dog is more friendly?
Golden Retriever dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Landseer dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Portuguese Water Dog dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Golden Retriever or Landseer or Portuguese Water Dog?
Golden Retriever dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Landseer dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Portuguese Water Dog dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Golden Retriever or Landseer or Portuguese Water Dog?
Golden Retriever dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Landseer dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Portuguese Water Dog dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Golden Retriever vs Landseer vs Portuguese Water Dog?
Yes
Golden Retriever dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Landseer dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Portuguese Water 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
Landseer is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Portuguese Water 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.
Landseers are usually recommended for elderly people.
Portuguese Water Dogs are usually recommended for elderly people.

Golden Retriever vs Landseer vs Portuguese Water Dog As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between Golden Retriever, Landseer, and Portuguese Water Dog. Which is best suited for service work?

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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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, Landseer, and Portuguese Water Dog. Which excels in therapy work?

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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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, Landseer, and Portuguese Water Dog. Which has best nose work ability?

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 & Rescue Potential
Compare search and rescue potential between Golden Retriever, Landseer, and Portuguese Water Dog. Which is best for SAR work?

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.
Maritime Work Ability
Compare boating aptitude between Golden Retriever, Landseer, and Portuguese Water Dog. Which is best suited for water work?

Yes

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

Landseer breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Yes

Portuguese Water Dog breed usually likes being on a boat.
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Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between Golden Retriever, Landseer, and Portuguese Water 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, Landseer, and Portuguese Water Dog. 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 Landseer vs Portuguese Water Dog Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of Golden Retriever, Landseer, and Portuguese Water Dog. Which has most puppies?
5-10 puppies 4-10 puppies 4-8 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of Golden Retriever, Landseer, and Portuguese Water Dog. Any breeding differences?
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Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between Golden Retriever, Landseer, and Portuguese Water 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 Landseer vs Portuguese Water Dog Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for Golden Retriever, Landseer, and Portuguese Water Dog. How are they classified?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1925 as a Sporting breed. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1983 as a Hound breed.
FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for Golden Retriever, Landseer, and Portuguese Water 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 Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type section. Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Water Dogs section.
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of Golden Retriever, Landseer, and Portuguese Water 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
No data available American Kennel Club
Canadian Kennel Club
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Australian National Kennel Council
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
The Kennel Club

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