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Golden Retriever vs Rottweiler vs Finnish Spitz Comparison - Dog breed selector: Golden Flat Coat or Rott or Finnish Hunting Dog? Find the right dog for you

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Name Golden Retriever Rottweiler Finnish Spitz
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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Golden Retriever, Rottweiler, and Finnish Spitz breeds.
Golden Flat Coat
Yellow Retriever
Rott
Rottie
Finnish Hunting Dog
Finnish Spets
Finsk Spets
Loulou Finois
Suomalainen Pystykorva
Suomenpystykorva
Barking Bird Dog
Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between Golden Retriever, Rottweiler, and Finnish Spitz? Compare their breeding categories.
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Golden Retriever vs Rottweiler vs Finnish Spitz Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Compare size differences between Golden Retriever, Rottweiler, and Finnish Spitz. Which breed is the largest?
Large Large
Giant
Medium
Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between Golden Retriever, Rottweiler, and Finnish Spitz? Compare adult weight ranges.
Male: 60-80 pounds (27-36 kg), Female: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg) Male: 95-130 pounds (43-59 kg), Female: 85-115 pounds (38-52 kg) 31-35 pounds (14-16 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: 112.5 pounds (51 kg), Female: 100 pounds (45 kg) 33 pounds (15 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Golden Retriever or Rottweiler or Finnish Spitz? Golden Retriever vs Rottweiler vs Finnish Spitz height comparison:
Male: 22-24 inches (56-61cm), Female: 20-22 inches (51-56 cm) Male: 24-27 inches (61-69 cm), Female: 22-25 inches (56-63 cm) 15-20 inches (38-51 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 21 inches (53.5 cm) Male: 25.5 inches (65 cm), Female: 23.5 inches (59.5 cm) 17.5 inches (44.5 cm)

Golden Retriever vs Rottweiler vs Finnish Spitz Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range
Compare puppy costs for Golden Retriever, Rottweiler, and Finnish Spitz. Find price differences between these breeds.
$1000-$2000 $1200-$2000 $500-$700
Availability
Which is easier to get, Golden Retriever or Rottweiler or Finnish Spitz?
Very frequent: The Golden Retriever is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Rottweiler is quite easy to get.
Frequent: The Finnish Spitz is easier than average to get.

Golden Retriever vs Rottweiler vs Finnish Spitz Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between Golden Retriever, Rottweiler, and Finnish Spitz. Which breed ranks highest?
Outstanding: Golden Retriever is one of the brightest dog breeds.
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Outstanding: Rottweiler 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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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between Golden Retriever, Rottweiler, and Finnish Spitz. Which is easiest to train?
Golden Retriever dogs are easy to train.
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Rottweiler dogs are easy to train.
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Finnish Spitz dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of Golden Retriever, Rottweiler, and Finnish Spitz. Which breed is most alert?
Golden Retriever dogs are average watchdogs.
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Rottweiler dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Finnish Spitz dogs are average watchdogs.
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Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between Golden Retriever, Rottweiler, and Finnish Spitz. Which breed is most protective?
Golden Retriever dogs are average defenders.
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Rottweiler dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Finnish Spitz dogs are average defenders.
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Golden Retriever vs Rottweiler vs Finnish Spitz Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between Golden Retriever, Rottweiler, and Finnish Spitz? Compare temperaments.
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Reliable
Kind
Trustworthy
Independent
Protective
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Loyal
Fearless
Good-natured
Playful
Independent
Happy
Intelligent
Loyal
Vocal
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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Finnish Spitz dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Golden Retriever vs Rottweiler vs Finnish Spitz?
High: Golden Retriever dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Average: Rottweiler dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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High: Finnish Spitz dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Golden Retriever vs Rottweiler vs Finnish Spitz social needs comparison:
Golden Retriever dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Rottweiler dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Finnish Spitz 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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Rottweiler dogs tend to escape less than other breeds.
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The wanderlust potential of the Finnish Spitz is strong enough to escape from home.
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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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Rottweiler dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Finnish Spitz 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 Rottweiler vs Finnish Spitz Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of Golden Retriever, Rottweiler, and Finnish Spitz. Which breed is most vocal?
Low to Average: The Golden Retriever rarely barks.
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Low: The Rottweiler barks none to minimal.
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A lot: Finnish Spitz is a particularly loud breed.
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between Golden Retriever, Rottweiler, and Finnish Spitz. Which breed is most playful?
The Golden Retriever is a highly playful breed.
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Average: Rottweilers, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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The Finnish Spitz is a playful breed.
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Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of Golden Retriever, Rottweiler, and Finnish Spitz. 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 Rottweiler indoors.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Finnish Spitz breed.

Golden Retriever vs Rottweiler vs Finnish Spitz Adaptability and Independence Comparison

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

Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between Golden Retriever, Rottweiler, and Finnish Spitz. Which has lowest bite risk?

Moderate

The Golden Retriever has an average chance of biting somebody.

High 🔼

The Rottweiler has a high chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

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

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Golden Retriever bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Rottweiler bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Finnish Spitz bite force: Ordinary.

Golden Retriever vs Rottweiler vs Finnish Spitz Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of Golden Retriever, Rottweiler, and Finnish Spitz. Which breed lives longest?
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Golden Retriever: 11 years
8-12 years
The average lifespan of Rottweiler: 10 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Finnish Spitz: 13 years
Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between Golden Retriever, Rottweiler, and Finnish Spitz. 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 average to warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
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Prefers cold weather
The Finnish Spitz can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog.
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Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in Golden Retriever, Rottweiler, and Finnish Spitz. Which has fewer health issues?
Golden Retrievers are commonly healthy dogs.
The Rottweiler is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Finnish Spitzs are commonly healthy dogs.
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 Rottweiler should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Rare
The Finnish Spitz should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Golden Retriever vs Rottweiler vs Finnish Spitz? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Golden Retriever vs Rottweiler vs Finnish Spitz 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
Allergies
Hypothyroidism
Bloat
Elbow Dysplasia
Panosteitis
Aortic Stenosis
Osteosarcoma
Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis
Eye Problems
Joint Problems
Epilepsy

Golden Retriever vs Rottweiler vs Finnish Spitz Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating
Compare energy levels between Golden Retriever, Rottweiler, and Finnish Spitz. Which breed is most active?
Golden Retriever dogs are high-energy dogs.
Rottweiler dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Finnish Spitz dogs are high-energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Golden Retriever vs Rottweiler vs Finnish Spitz exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Golden Retriever or Rottweiler or Finnish Spitz? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Golden Retriever dogs need a lot of exercises.
Rottweiler dogs have an average exercise need.
Finnish Spitz dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Golden Retriever or Rottweiler or Finnish Spitz?
Golden Retriever dogs don't need too much sleep.
Rottweiler dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Finnish Spitz dogs don't need too much sleep.

Golden Retriever vs Rottweiler vs Finnish Spitz Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between Golden Retriever, Rottweiler, and Finnish Spitz. Which is most prone to obesity?
High: The Golden Retriever breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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High: The Rottweiler breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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Average: The Finnish Spitz has an average risk for obesity.
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between Golden Retriever, Rottweiler, and Finnish Spitz. Which needs most food?
3 to 4 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. Recommended daily amount: 4 to 10 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 2 to 2.5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, divided into two meals.

Golden Retriever vs Rottweiler vs Finnish Spitz Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Golden Retriever, Rottweiler, and Finnish Spitz. Which is best for allergy sufferers?
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between Golden Retriever, Rottweiler, and Finnish Spitz. What colors are available?
Golden
Light
Black
Tan
Rust
Mahogany
Red
Gold
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between Golden Retriever, Rottweiler, and Finnish Spitz. Which requires most maintenance?
Average: The Golden Retriever requires average grooming effort.
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Effortless: The Rottweiler requires minimal grooming.
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Average: The Finnish Spitz requires average grooming effort.
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Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between Golden Retriever, Rottweiler, and Finnish Spitz. 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 Rottweiler 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 Finnish Spitz is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between Golden Retriever, Rottweiler, and Finnish Spitz. Which has least natural smell?

Medium

The Golden Retriever has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Rottweiler has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Finnish Spitz has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between Golden Retriever, Rottweiler, and Finnish Spitz. How do their fur characteristics differ?
Silky
Wavy
Shiny
Straight
Dense Dense
Thick
Double
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between Golden Retriever, Rottweiler, and Finnish Spitz. 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 Rottweiler or Finnish Spitz? Golden Retriever or Rottweiler or {name3 shedding:
Golden Retriever dogs shed moderately.
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Rottweiler dogs shed moderately.
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Finnish Spitz dogs shed moderately.
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Golden Retriever vs Rottweiler vs Finnish Spitz Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility
Compare child-friendliness between Golden Retriever, Rottweiler, and Finnish Spitz. Which is best with kids?
Golden Retriever dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Rottweiler dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.
Finnish Spitz 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.
Rottweiler dogs are generally with other pets.
Finnish Spitz dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Golden Retriever or Rottweiler or Finnish Spitz? Which dog is more friendly?
Golden Retriever dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Rottweiler dogs are not stranger friendly dogs.
Finnish Spitz dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Golden Retriever or Rottweiler or Finnish Spitz?
Golden Retriever dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Rottweiler dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Finnish Spitz dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Golden Retriever or Rottweiler or Finnish Spitz?
Golden Retriever dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Rottweiler dogs are not dog-friendly.
Finnish Spitz dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Golden Retriever vs Rottweiler vs Finnish Spitz?
Yes
Golden Retriever dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Rottweiler dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Finnish Spitz 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
Rottweiler is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Yes
Finnish Spitz is one of the best dog breeds for office environment
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
Golden Retrievers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Rottweilers are not the best breed for elderly people.
Finnish Spitzs are usually recommended for elderly people.

Golden Retriever vs Rottweiler vs Finnish Spitz As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between Golden Retriever, Rottweiler, and Finnish Spitz. Which is best suited for service work?

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 Work Suitability
Compare therapy dog potential between Golden Retriever, Rottweiler, and Finnish Spitz. Which excels in therapy work?

Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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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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Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between Golden Retriever, Rottweiler, and Finnish Spitz. 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, Rottweiler, and Finnish Spitz. 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, Rottweiler, and Finnish Spitz. Which is best suited for water work?

Yes

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

Rottweiler breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Finnish Spitz breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between Golden Retriever, Rottweiler, and Finnish Spitz. 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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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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Military Service Background
Compare military service history of Golden Retriever, Rottweiler, and Finnish Spitz. Which has most military use?

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Yes

In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Golden Retriever vs Rottweiler vs Finnish Spitz Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of Golden Retriever, Rottweiler, and Finnish Spitz. Which has most puppies?
5-10 puppies 8-12 puppies 3-6 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of Golden Retriever, Rottweiler, and Finnish Spitz. Any breeding differences?
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Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between Golden Retriever, Rottweiler, and Finnish Spitz. 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 Rottweiler vs Finnish Spitz Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for Golden Retriever, Rottweiler, and Finnish Spitz. How are they classified?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1925 as a Sporting breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1931 as a Working breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1991 as a Non-Sporting breed.
FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for Golden Retriever, Rottweiler, and Finnish Spitz. 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 Spitz and primitive types group, in the Nordic Hunting Dogs section.
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of Golden Retriever, Rottweiler, and Finnish Spitz. 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
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
Colonial Rottweiler Club
Deutscher Rottweiler Klub
International Rottweiler Club
American Kennel Club
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club

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