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Golden Retriever vs Newfoundland vs Dachshund Comparison - Dog breed selector: Golden Flat Coat or Blackbear or Bassotto? Find the right dog for you

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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Golden Flat Coat
Yellow Retriever
Blackbear
Newfie
The Gentle Giant
Newf
Bassotto
Sausage Dog
Tekkel
Tekkel Doxie
Weenie Dog
Worshond
Teckel
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Golden Retriever vs Newfoundland vs Dachshund breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Golden Retriever vs Newfoundland vs Dachshund Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Golden Retriever or Newfoundland or Dachshund? Which is the smallest dog, Golden Retriever or Newfoundland or Dachshund?
Large Giant Small
Weight
Which is heavier, Golden Retriever or Newfoundland or Newfoundland? Golden Retriever vs Newfoundland vs Dachshund weight comparison:
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) Toy: 8-11 pounds (3.5-5.0 kg)Standard: 16-32 pounds (7-15 kg), Miniature: 12 pounds (5.5 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) Toy: 9.5 pounds (3.5-5.0 kg)Standard: 24 pounds (11 kg), Miniature: 12 pounds (5.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Golden Retriever or Newfoundland or Dachshund? Golden Retriever vs Newfoundland vs Dachshund height comparison:
Male: 22-24 inches (56-61cm), Female: 20-22 inches (51-56 cm) Male: 27-29 inches (69-74 cm), Female: 25-27 inches (63-69 cm) Toy: 12 inches (30 cm)Standard: 8-11 inches (20-27 cm), Miniature: 5-7 inches (13-18 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 inches (71.5 cm), Female: 26 inches (66 cm) Toy: 12 inches (30 cm)Standard: 9.5 inches (23.5 cm), Miniature: 6 inches (15.5 cm)

Golden Retriever vs Newfoundland vs Dachshund Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Golden Retriever or Newfoundland or Dachshund? Which is more expensive?
$1000-$2000 $1500-$2000 $500-$700
Availability
Which is easier to get, Golden Retriever or Newfoundland or Dachshund?
Very frequent: The Golden Retriever is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Newfoundland is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Dachshund is quite easy to get.

Golden Retriever vs Newfoundland vs Dachshund Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Golden Retriever vs Newfoundland vs Dachshund intelligence:
Outstanding: Golden Retriever is one of the brightest dog breeds.
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Smart: The Newfoundland dogs have great intelligence.
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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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Trainability
Golden Retriever vs Newfoundland vs Dachshund trainability comparison.
Golden Retriever dogs are easy to train.
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Newfoundland dogs are easy to train.
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Dachshund dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Golden Retriever or Newfoundland or Dachshund?
Golden Retriever dogs are average watchdogs.
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Newfoundland dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Dachshund dogs are average watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Golden Retriever or Newfoundland or Dachshund? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Golden Retriever dogs are average defenders.
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Newfoundland dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Dachshund dogs are average defenders.
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Golden Retriever vs Newfoundland vs Dachshund Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Golden Retriever or Newfoundland or Dachshund? Golden Retriever vs Newfoundland vs Dachshund behavior/temperament comparison:
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Reliable
Kind
Trustworthy
Courageous
Intelligent
Loyal
Gentle
Social
Sweet
Cheerful
Playful
Stubborn
Courageous
Devoted
Lively
Clever
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 Newfoundland vs Dachshund?
High: Golden Retriever dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Average to High: Newfoundland dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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High: Dachshund dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Golden Retriever vs Newfoundland vs Dachshund social needs comparison:
Golden Retriever dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Newfoundland dogs are a social breed.
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Dachshund dogs are a social breed.
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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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Newfoundland dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Dachshund dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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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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Newfoundland dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Dachshund dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Golden Retriever vs Newfoundland vs Dachshund Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Golden Retriever vs Newfoundland vs Dachshund playfulness comparison:
The Golden Retriever is a highly playful breed.
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Average: Newfoundlands, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Average: Dachshunds, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Golden Retriever vs Newfoundland vs Dachshund?
Low to Average: The Golden Retriever rarely barks.
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Low to Average: The Newfoundland rarely barks.
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A lot: Dachshund is a particularly loud breed.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Golden Retriever or Newfoundland or Dachshund?
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 Newfoundland indoors.
Apartment-friendly dog the Dachshund breed.

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

Golden Retriever vs Newfoundland vs Dachshund Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Golden Retriever or Newfoundland or Dachshund?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Golden Retriever bite force: Ordinary.

Above 400 PSI 🔼

Newfoundland bite force: The Strongest.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Dachshund bite force: Weak.
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 Newfoundland has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Dachshund has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Golden Retriever vs Newfoundland vs Dachshund mouthiness comparison:
Golden Retriever dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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Newfoundland dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Dachshund dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Golden Retriever vs Newfoundland vs Dachshund Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Golden Retriever vs Newfoundland vs Dachshund health comparison. Which is the healthier: Golden Retriever vs Newfoundland vs Dachshund?
Golden Retrievers are commonly healthy dogs.
Very healthy dog breed.
The Dachshund is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Golden Retriever vs Newfoundland vs Dachshund? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Golden Retriever vs Newfoundland vs Dachshund 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
Cancer
Hypothyroidism
Bloat
Epilepsy
Cherry Eye
Elbow Dysplasia
Addison's Disease
Cystinuria
Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis
Legg-perthes Disease
Cancer
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Bloat
Epilepsy
Deafness
Intervertebral Disk Disease
Elbow Dysplasia
Demodectic Mange
Mitral Valve Disease
Cushing's Syndrome
Acanthosis Nigricans
Baldness
Canine Diabetes Mellitus
Lymphocytic Thyroiditis
Narcolepsy
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 Newfoundland should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Average
The Dachshund should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Life Expectancy
Golden Retriever vs Newfoundland vs Dachshund lifespan comparison. How long do Golden Retriever, Newfoundland and Dachshund breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Golden Retriever: 11 years
9-13 years
The average lifespan of Newfoundland: 11 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Dachshund: 13 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Golden Retriever vs Newfoundland vs Dachshund?
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 Newfoundland can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog.
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Prefers warm weather
Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates.
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Golden Retriever vs Newfoundland vs Dachshund Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Golden Retriever vs Newfoundland vs Dachshund Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Golden Retriever or Newfoundland or Dachshund?
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. 1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Golden Retriever vs Newfoundland vs Dachshund weight gain potential comparison:
High: The Golden Retriever breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Newfoundland's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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High: The Dachshund breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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Golden Retriever vs Newfoundland vs Dachshund Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Golden Retriever vs Newfoundland vs Dachshund coat comparison:
Silky
Wavy
Shiny
Straight
Fluffy
Waterproof
Thick
Fine
Colors
What are the original Golden Retriever, Newfoundland and Dachshund color?
Golden
Light
Black
Gray
White
Brown
Black
Tan
Red
Blue
White
Silver
Brown
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Golden Retriever or Newfoundland or Dachshund? Golden Retriever vs Newfoundland vs Dachshund grooming comparison:
Average: The Golden Retriever requires average grooming effort.
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Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition.
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Easy to groom: The Dachshund doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Golden Retriever or Newfoundland or Dachshund? Golden Retriever or Newfoundland or {name3 shedding:
Golden Retriever dogs shed moderately.
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Newfoundland dogs are heavy shedders.
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Dachshund dogs shed none to minimal.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Golden Retriever or Newfoundland or Dachshund?
2-3 weeks
Frequent. This breed has high-maintenance hair and may require a bath every 2-3 weeks.
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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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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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Hypoallergenic
Golden Retriever vs Newfoundland vs Dachshund hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?
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Stinkiness
Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Golden Retriever vs Newfoundland vs Dachshund?

Medium

The Golden Retriever has an average chance of bad smell.

High 🔼

The Newfoundland has a high chance of bad smell.

Low 🔽

The Dachshund 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.
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The Newfoundland is a big drooler, so if you're disgusted by slobber spots on your clothes, you should choose a dog from another breed.
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The Dachshund is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Golden Retriever vs Newfoundland vs Dachshund Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Golden Retriever dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Newfoundland dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Dachshund dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Golden Retriever or Newfoundland or Dachshund? Which dog is more friendly?
Golden Retriever dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Newfoundland dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Dachshund dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Golden Retriever or Newfoundland or Dachshund?
Golden Retriever dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Newfoundland dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Dachshund dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Golden Retriever or Newfoundland or Dachshund?
Golden Retriever dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Newfoundland dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Dachshund dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Golden Retriever or Newfoundland or Dachshund?
Golden Retriever dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Newfoundland dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Dachshund dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Golden Retriever vs Newfoundland vs Dachshund?
Yes
Golden Retriever dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Newfoundland dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Dachshund 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
Newfoundland is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Dachshund 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.
Newfoundlands are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Dachshunds are not the best breed for elderly people.

Golden Retriever vs Newfoundland vs Dachshund As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog
Which one could be a service dog?

Yes

This breed makes good as a service dog.
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Yes

This breed makes good as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Therapy Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: Golden Retriever or Newfoundland or Dachshund? Which is better for autism?

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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Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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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.

Yes

After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.
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.

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.
Boat and Sailor Dog
Which one could be a boat dog: Golden Retriever vs Newfoundland vs Dachshund?

Yes

Golden Retriever breed usually likes being on a boat.
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Yes

Newfoundland breed usually likes being on a boat.
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Not really

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

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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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 Newfoundland vs Dachshund Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length 60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency

Once a year.

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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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Litter Size
How many puppies can Golden Retriever and Newfoundland and Dachshund have?
5-10 puppies 4-12 puppies 4-8 puppies

Golden Retriever vs Newfoundland vs Dachshund 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 1886 as a Working breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Hound breed.
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 Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type section. Recognized by FCI in the Dachshunds group, in the section.
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
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
Canadian Canine Registry

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