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Golden Retriever vs Spanish Greyhound vs Scottish Deerhound Comparison - Dog breed selector: Golden Flat Coat or Galgo or Deerhound? Find the right dog for you

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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Golden Flat Coat
Yellow Retriever
Galgo
Spanish Galgo
Spanish Greyhound
Deerhound
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Golden Retriever vs Spanish Greyhound vs Scottish Deerhound breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Golden Retriever vs Spanish Greyhound vs Scottish Deerhound Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Golden Retriever or Spanish Greyhound or Scottish Deerhound? Which is the smallest dog, Golden Retriever or Spanish Greyhound or Scottish Deerhound?
Large Large Giant
Weight
Which is heavier, Golden Retriever or Spanish Greyhound or Spanish Greyhound? Golden Retriever vs Spanish Greyhound vs Scottish Deerhound weight comparison:
Male: 60-80 pounds (27-36 kg), Female: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg) Male: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg), Female: 44-57 pounds (20-26 kg) 75-110 pounds (34-50 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: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg), Female: 50.5 pounds (23 kg) 92.5 pounds (42 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Golden Retriever or Spanish Greyhound or Scottish Deerhound? Golden Retriever vs Spanish Greyhound vs Scottish Deerhound height comparison:
Male: 22-24 inches (56-61cm), Female: 20-22 inches (51-56 cm) Male: 26-28 inches (66-71 cm), Female: 23-26 inches (58-66 cm) 28-32 inches (71-81 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 21 inches (53.5 cm) Male: 27 inches (68.5 cm), Female: 24.5 inches (62 cm) 30 inches (76 cm)

Golden Retriever vs Spanish Greyhound vs Scottish Deerhound Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Golden Retriever or Spanish Greyhound or Scottish Deerhound? Which is more expensive?
$1000-$2000 $600-$800 $1000-$1200
Availability
Which is easier to get, Golden Retriever or Spanish Greyhound or Scottish Deerhound?
Very frequent: The Golden Retriever is quite easy to get.
Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.
Frequent: The Scottish Deerhound is easier than average to get.

Golden Retriever vs Spanish Greyhound vs Scottish Deerhound Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Golden Retriever vs Spanish Greyhound vs Scottish Deerhound intelligence:
Outstanding: Golden Retriever is one of the brightest dog breeds.
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Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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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 Spanish Greyhound vs Scottish Deerhound trainability comparison.
Golden Retriever dogs are easy to train.
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Spanish Greyhound dogs are quite easy to train.
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Scottish Deerhound dogs are quite easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Golden Retriever or Spanish Greyhound or Scottish Deerhound?
Golden Retriever dogs are average watchdogs.
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Spanish Greyhound dogs are average watchdogs.
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Scottish Deerhound dogs are not the best choice if you want a good watchdog.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Golden Retriever or Spanish Greyhound or Scottish Deerhound? 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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Spanish Greyhound dogs can't provide protection for their territory.
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Scottish Deerhound dogs can't provide protection for their territory.
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Golden Retriever vs Spanish Greyhound vs Scottish Deerhound Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Golden Retriever or Spanish Greyhound or Scottish Deerhound? Golden Retriever vs Spanish Greyhound vs Scottish Deerhound behavior/temperament comparison:
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Reliable
Kind
Trustworthy
Affectionate
Gentle
Quiet
Calm
Dignified
Friendly
Docile
Gentle
Polite
Still
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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Sensitive: Spanish Greyhound dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Scottish Deerhound 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 Spanish Greyhound vs Scottish Deerhound?
High: Golden Retriever dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Spanish Greyhound dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Scottish Deerhound dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Golden Retriever vs Spanish Greyhound vs Scottish Deerhound social needs comparison:
Golden Retriever dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Spanish Greyhound dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Scottish Deerhound 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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Spanish Greyhound dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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The wanderlust potential of the Scottish Deerhound 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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Spanish Greyhound 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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Scottish Deerhound dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Golden Retriever vs Spanish Greyhound vs Scottish Deerhound Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Golden Retriever vs Spanish Greyhound vs Scottish Deerhound playfulness comparison:
The Golden Retriever is a highly playful breed.
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Average: Spanish Greyhounds, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Average: Scottish Deerhounds, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Golden Retriever vs Spanish Greyhound vs Scottish Deerhound?
Low to Average: The Golden Retriever rarely barks.
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Low: The Spanish Greyhound barks none to minimal.
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Low: The Scottish Deerhound barks none to minimal.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Golden Retriever or Spanish Greyhound or Scottish Deerhound?
It is not recommended to keep the Golden Retriever breed in the home.
Very house-friendly dog the Spanish Greyhound breed.
Very house-friendly dog the Scottish Deerhound breed.

Golden Retriever vs Spanish Greyhound vs Scottish Deerhound 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.
Spanish Greyhound dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Average: Scottish Deerhound dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Golden Retriever or Spanish Greyhound or Scottish Deerhound?
Golden Retriever dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.
Scottish Deerhound dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Golden Retriever vs Spanish Greyhound vs Scottish Deerhound Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Golden Retriever or Spanish Greyhound or Scottish Deerhound?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Golden Retriever bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Spanish Greyhound bite force: Ordinary.

Above 400 PSI 🔼

Scottish Deerhound bite force: The Strongest.
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 Spanish Greyhound has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

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

Health Issues
Golden Retriever vs Spanish Greyhound vs Scottish Deerhound health comparison. Which is the healthier: Golden Retriever vs Spanish Greyhound vs Scottish Deerhound?
Golden Retrievers are commonly healthy dogs.
Spanish Greyhounds tend to have a lot and frequent health issues.
Very healthy dog breed.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Golden Retriever vs Spanish Greyhound vs Scottish Deerhound? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Golden Retriever vs Spanish Greyhound vs Scottish Deerhound 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
No data available Allergies
Hypothyroidism
Bloat
Factor Vii Deficiency
Drug Sensitivity
Cystinuria
Osteosarcoma
Dilated Cardiomyopathy
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).
Frequent
The Spanish Greyhound should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Rare
The Scottish Deerhound should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Life Expectancy
Golden Retriever vs Spanish Greyhound vs Scottish Deerhound lifespan comparison. How long do Golden Retriever, Spanish Greyhound and Scottish Deerhound breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Golden Retriever: 11 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Spanish Greyhound: 13 years
8-10 years
The average lifespan of Scottish Deerhound: 9 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Golden Retriever vs Spanish Greyhound vs Scottish Deerhound?
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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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 cold weather conditions
The Scottish Deerhound can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Golden Retriever vs Spanish Greyhound vs Scottish Deerhound Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Golden Retriever vs Spanish Greyhound vs Scottish Deerhound Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Golden Retriever or Spanish Greyhound or Scottish Deerhound?
3 to 4 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 2.5 to 4 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 4 to 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 Spanish Greyhound vs Scottish Deerhound weight gain potential comparison:
High: The Golden Retriever breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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Average: The Spanish Greyhound has an average risk for obesity.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Scottish Deerhound's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Golden Retriever vs Spanish Greyhound vs Scottish Deerhound Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Golden Retriever vs Spanish Greyhound vs Scottish Deerhound coat comparison:
Silky
Wavy
Shiny
Straight
Smooth Wiry
Colors
What are the original Golden Retriever, Spanish Greyhound and Scottish Deerhound color?
Golden
Light
Black
Red
White
Yellow
Cinnamon
Gray
Blue
Brindle
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Golden Retriever or Spanish Greyhound or Scottish Deerhound? Golden Retriever vs Spanish Greyhound vs Scottish Deerhound grooming comparison:
Average: The Golden Retriever requires average grooming effort.
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Effortless: The Spanish Greyhound requires minimal grooming.
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Easy to groom: The Scottish Deerhound doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Golden Retriever or Spanish Greyhound or Scottish Deerhound? Golden Retriever or Spanish Greyhound or {name3 shedding:
Golden Retriever dogs shed moderately.
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Spanish Greyhound dogs shed moderately.
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Scottish Deerhound dogs shed moderately.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Golden Retriever or Spanish Greyhound or Scottish Deerhound?
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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8-12 weeks
Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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Hypoallergenic
Golden Retriever vs Spanish Greyhound vs Scottish Deerhound 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 Spanish Greyhound vs Scottish Deerhound?

Medium

The Golden Retriever has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Spanish Greyhound has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Scottish Deerhound 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.
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The Spanish Greyhound 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 Scottish Deerhound is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Golden Retriever vs Spanish Greyhound vs Scottish Deerhound Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Golden Retriever dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Spanish Greyhound dogs are generally with other pets.
Scottish Deerhound dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Golden Retriever or Spanish Greyhound or Scottish Deerhound? Which dog is more friendly?
Golden Retriever dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Spanish Greyhound dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Scottish Deerhound dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Golden Retriever or Spanish Greyhound or Scottish Deerhound?
Golden Retriever dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Spanish Greyhound dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Scottish Deerhound dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Golden Retriever or Spanish Greyhound or Scottish Deerhound?
Golden Retriever dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Spanish Greyhound dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Scottish Deerhound dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Golden Retriever or Spanish Greyhound or Scottish Deerhound?
Golden Retriever dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Spanish Greyhound dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Scottish Deerhound dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Golden Retriever vs Spanish Greyhound vs Scottish Deerhound?
Yes
Golden Retriever dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Spanish Greyhound dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Scottish Deerhound 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
Spanish Greyhound is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Yes
Scottish Deerhound 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.
Spanish Greyhounds are usually recommended for elderly people.
Scottish Deerhounds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Golden Retriever vs Spanish Greyhound vs Scottish Deerhound 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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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 Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: Golden Retriever or Spanish Greyhound or Scottish Deerhound? 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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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a 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.

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 Spanish Greyhound vs Scottish Deerhound?

Yes

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

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

Scottish Deerhound 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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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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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 Spanish Greyhound vs Scottish Deerhound 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.
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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 Spanish Greyhound and Scottish Deerhound have?
5-10 puppies 6-8 puppies 4-8 puppies

Golden Retriever vs Spanish Greyhound vs Scottish Deerhound Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1925 as a Sporting breed. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1886 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. Not recognized by FCI. Recognized by FCI in the Sighthounds group, in the Rough-haired Sighthounds 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
No data available 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

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