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Name	Golden Retriever	Vizsla	Great Pyrenees
Origins	Scotland	Hungary	Spain France
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Group	Gun Dog	Gun Dog	Pastoral / Herding Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Golden Flat Coat Yellow Retriever	Hungarian Pointer Hungarian Short-Haired Pointer Magyar Vizsla Rövidszőrű Magyar Vizsla Hungarian Vizsla	Chien De Montagne Des Pyrénées Chien Des Pyrénées Gos De Muntanya Dels Pirineus Montañés Del Pirineo Patou Great Pyrenees
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Golden Retriever vs Vizsla vs Great Pyrenees breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Golden Retriever vs Vizsla vs Great Pyrenees Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Golden Retriever or Vizsla or Great Pyrenees? Which is the smallest dog, Golden Retriever or Vizsla or Great Pyrenees?	Large	Large	Giant
Weight Which is heavier, Golden Retriever or Vizsla or Vizsla? Golden Retriever vs Vizsla vs Great Pyrenees weight comparison:	Male: 60-80 pounds (27-36 kg), Female: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg)	Male: 45-60 pounds (20-27 kg), Female: 40-55 pounds (18-25 kg)	Male: from 100 pounds (45 kg), Female: from 85 pounds (38 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: 52.5 pounds (23.5 kg), Female: 47.5 pounds (21.5 kg)	Male: from 100 pounds (45 kg), Female: from 85 pounds (38 kg)
Height Which is taller, Golden Retriever or Vizsla or Great Pyrenees? Golden Retriever vs Vizsla vs Great Pyrenees height comparison:	Male: 22-24 inches (56-61cm), Female: 20-22 inches (51-56 cm)	Male: 22-26 inches (56-66 cm), Female: 20-24 inches (51-61 cm)	Male: 27-32 inches (69-81 cm), Female: 25-29 inches (63-74 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 21 inches (53.5 cm)	Male: 24 inches (61 cm), Female: 22 inches (56 cm)	Male: 29.5 inches (75 cm), Female: 27 inches (68.5 cm)

Golden Retriever vs Vizsla vs Great Pyrenees Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Golden Retriever or Vizsla or Great Pyrenees? Which is more expensive?	$1000-$2000	$800-$1200	$500-$600
Availability Which is easier to get, Golden Retriever or Vizsla or Great Pyrenees?	Very frequent: The Golden Retriever is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Vizsla is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Great Pyrenees is quite easy to get.

Golden Retriever vs Vizsla vs Great Pyrenees Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Golden Retriever vs Vizsla vs Great Pyrenees intelligence:	Outstanding: Golden Retriever is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Very smart: Vizsla is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Golden Retriever vs Vizsla vs Great Pyrenees trainability comparison.	Golden Retriever dogs are easy to train. See more.	Vizsla dogs are easy to train. See more.	Great Pyrenees dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Golden Retriever or Vizsla or Great Pyrenees?	Golden Retriever dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Vizsla dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Great Pyrenees dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Golden Retriever or Vizsla or Great Pyrenees? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Golden Retriever dogs are average defenders. See more.	Vizsla dogs are average defenders. See more.	Great Pyrenees dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
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Golden Retriever vs Vizsla vs Great Pyrenees Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Golden Retriever or Vizsla or Great Pyrenees? Golden Retriever vs Vizsla vs Great Pyrenees behavior/temperament comparison:	Intelligent Confident Friendly Reliable Kind Trustworthy	Playful Energetic Protective Intelligent Friendly Affectionate Lively Gentle Trainable Companionable Cheerful Quiet Easygoing Willing Evenly Tempered	Confident Affectionate Patient Gentle Strong Willed Fearless
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Golden Retriever dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	Sensitive: Vizsla dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Golden Retriever vs Vizsla vs Great Pyrenees?	High: Golden Retriever dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Vizsla dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average: Great Pyrenees dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Golden Retriever vs Vizsla vs Great Pyrenees social needs comparison:	Golden Retriever dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Vizsla dogs are a social breed. See more.	Great Pyrenees dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Golden Retriever dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Vizsla dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	Great Pyrenees dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Golden Retriever dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen. See more.	Vizsla dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.	Great Pyrenees dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Golden Retriever vs Vizsla vs Great Pyrenees Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Golden Retriever vs Vizsla vs Great Pyrenees playfulness comparison:	The Golden Retriever is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Vizsla is a highly playful breed. See more.	Great Pyreneess are not the most playful dog breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Golden Retriever vs Vizsla vs Great Pyrenees?	Low to Average: The Golden Retriever rarely barks. See more.	Average: The Vizsla barks occasionally. See more.	Average to High: The Great Pyrenees is a vocal breed. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Golden Retriever or Vizsla or Great Pyrenees?	It is not recommended to keep the Golden Retriever breed in the home.	It is not recommended to keep the Vizsla breed in the home.	It is not recommended to keep the Great Pyrenees breed in the home.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Golden Retriever vs Vizsla vs Great Pyrenees 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.	Vizsla dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Great Pyrenees dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Golden Retriever or Vizsla or Great Pyrenees?	Golden Retriever dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Vizsla 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.	Great Pyrenees 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 Vizsla vs Great Pyrenees Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Golden Retriever or Vizsla or Great Pyrenees?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Golden Retriever bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Vizsla bite force: Ordinary.	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Great Pyrenees bite force: The Strongest.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	Moderate ⏺ The Golden Retriever has an average chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Vizsla has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Great Pyrenees has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Golden Retriever vs Vizsla vs Great Pyrenees mouthiness comparison:	Golden Retriever dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Vizsla dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Great Pyrenees dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Golden Retriever vs Vizsla vs Great Pyrenees Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Golden Retriever vs Vizsla vs Great Pyrenees health comparison. Which is the healthier: Golden Retriever vs Vizsla vs Great Pyrenees?	Golden Retrievers are commonly healthy dogs.	The Vizsla is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Great Pyreneess are commonly healthy dogs.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Golden Retriever vs Vizsla vs Great Pyrenees? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Golden Retriever vs Vizsla vs Great Pyrenees 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 Cancer Epilepsy Sebaceous Adenitis	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Bloat Entropion Drug Sensitivity Elbow Dysplasia Addison's Disease
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Rare The Golden Retriever should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Average The Vizsla should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Rare The Great Pyrenees should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Golden Retriever vs Vizsla vs Great Pyrenees lifespan comparison. How long do Golden Retriever, Vizsla and Great Pyrenees breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	10-12 years The average lifespan of Golden Retriever: 11 years	10-14 years The average lifespan of Vizsla: 12 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Great Pyrenees: 11 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Golden Retriever vs Vizsla vs Great Pyrenees?	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	Prefers cold weather The Great Pyrenees can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Golden Retriever vs Vizsla vs Great Pyrenees Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Golden Retriever or Vizsla or Great Pyrenees? Golden Retriever vs Vizsla vs Great Pyrenees energy level comparison:	Golden Retriever dogs are high-energy dogs.	Vizsla dogs are high-energy dogs.	Great Pyrenees dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Golden Retriever vs Vizsla vs Great Pyrenees exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Golden Retriever or Vizsla or Great Pyrenees? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Golden Retriever dogs need a lot of exercises.	Vizsla dogs need a lot of exercises.	Great Pyrenees dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Golden Retriever or Vizsla or Great Pyrenees?	Golden Retriever dogs don't need too much sleep.	Vizsla dogs don't need too much sleep.	Great Pyrenees dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Golden Retriever vs Vizsla vs Great Pyrenees Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Golden Retriever or Vizsla or Great Pyrenees?	3 to 4 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	2 to 3 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
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Golden Retriever vs Vizsla vs Great Pyrenees weight gain potential comparison:	High: The Golden Retriever breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	Low to Average: The Vizsla has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Great Pyrenees's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Golden Retriever vs Vizsla vs Great Pyrenees Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Golden Retriever vs Vizsla vs Great Pyrenees coat comparison:	Silky Wavy Shiny Straight	Fine Dense Hard Coarse Short No Undercoat	Dense Double
Colors What are the original Golden Retriever, Vizsla and Great Pyrenees color?	Golden Light	Golden Rust Russet Gold Dark Sandy Gold	White
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Golden Retriever or Vizsla or Great Pyrenees? Golden Retriever vs Vizsla vs Great Pyrenees grooming comparison:	Average: The Golden Retriever requires average grooming effort. See more.	Effortless: The Vizsla requires minimal grooming. See more.	Average: The Great Pyrenees requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Golden Retriever or Vizsla or Great Pyrenees? Golden Retriever or Vizsla or {name3 shedding:	Golden Retriever dogs shed moderately. See more.	Vizsla dogs shed moderately. See more.	Great Pyrenees dogs shed above average. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Golden Retriever or Vizsla or Great Pyrenees?	2-3 weeks Frequent. This breed has high-maintenance hair and may require a bath every 2-3 weeks. See more.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Hypoallergenic Golden Retriever vs Vizsla vs Great Pyrenees hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Golden Retriever vs Vizsla vs Great Pyrenees?	Medium ⏺ The Golden Retriever has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Vizsla has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Great Pyrenees has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Golden Retriever drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed. See more.	The Vizsla is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Great Pyrenees is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.

Golden Retriever vs Vizsla vs Great Pyrenees Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Golden Retriever dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Vizsla dogs are generally with other pets.	Great Pyrenees dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Golden Retriever or Vizsla or Great Pyrenees? Which dog is more friendly?	Golden Retriever dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	Vizsla dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Great Pyrenees dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Golden Retriever or Vizsla or Great Pyrenees?	Golden Retriever dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Vizsla dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Great Pyrenees dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Golden Retriever or Vizsla or Great Pyrenees?	Golden Retriever dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Vizsla dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Great Pyrenees dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Golden Retriever or Vizsla or Great Pyrenees?	Golden Retriever dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Vizsla dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Great Pyrenees dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Golden Retriever vs Vizsla vs Great Pyrenees?	Yes Golden Retriever dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Vizsla dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Great Pyrenees 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 Vizsla is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Great Pyrenees 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.	Vizslas are usually recommended for elderly people.	Great Pyreneess are usually recommended for elderly people.

Golden Retriever vs Vizsla vs Great Pyrenees As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Golden Retriever or Vizsla or Great Pyrenees? Which is better for autism?	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
Therapy Dog Breeds
Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR) Which one could be a search and rescue dog?	Yes This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Golden Retriever vs Vizsla vs Great Pyrenees?	Yes Golden Retriever breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Yes Vizsla breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Not really Great Pyrenees breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Yes A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Fighting Dog / Military Dog	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Golden Retriever vs Vizsla vs Great Pyrenees Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.
Litter Size How many puppies can Golden Retriever and Vizsla and Great Pyrenees have?	5-10 puppies	6-8 puppies	6-9 puppies
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Golden Retriever vs Vizsla vs Great Pyrenees 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 1960 as a Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1933 as a Working 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 Pointing Dogs group, in the Continental Pointing Dogs section.	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type 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

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