Golden Retriever vs Welsh Sheepdog vs Welsh Springer Spaniel Comparison - Dog breed selector: Golden Flat Coat or Welsh Collie or Welsh Cocker Spaniel? Find the right dog for you

"Find similarities and differences between Golden Retriever vs Welsh Sheepdog vs Welsh Springer Spaniel" Compare Golden Retriever and Welsh Sheepdog. Which is better: Golden Retriever or Welsh Sheepdog or Welsh Springer Spaniel?

Size and Weight Price and Availability Trainability and Intelligence Personality and Temperament Activity and Playfulness Adaptability and Independence Bite Characteristics Health and Lifespan Energy and Activity Diet and Weight Management Allergies and Grooming Good With As a Working Dog Reproducibility Recognition Show differences only

Name	Golden Retriever	Welsh Sheepdog	Welsh Springer Spaniel
Origins	Scotland	Wales	Wales
All Dog Breeds By Country Of Origin
Group	Gun Dog	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Gun Dog
Popularity Rank	3	427	133
Reviews	14	0	0
User Ratings

Other Names What other names do they have?	Golden Flat Coat Yellow Retriever	Welsh Collie	Welsh Cocker Spaniel Welsh Starter Welshie Welsh Springer
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Golden Retriever vs Welsh Sheepdog vs Welsh Springer Spaniel breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Golden Retriever vs Welsh Sheepdog vs Welsh Springer Spaniel Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Golden Retriever or Welsh Sheepdog or Welsh Springer Spaniel? Which is the smallest dog, Golden Retriever or Welsh Sheepdog or Welsh Springer Spaniel?	Large	Medium	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Golden Retriever or Welsh Sheepdog or Welsh Sheepdog? Golden Retriever vs Welsh Sheepdog vs Welsh Springer Spaniel weight comparison:	Male: 60-80 pounds (27-36 kg), Female: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg)	Male: 15-35 pounds (7-16 kg), Female: 13-33 pounds (6-15 kg)	Male: 40-45 pounds (18-20 kg), Female: 35-45 pounds (16-20 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: 25 pounds (11.5 kg), Female: 23 pounds (10.5 kg)	Male: 42.5 pounds (19 kg), Female: 40 pounds (18 kg)
Height Which is taller, Golden Retriever or Welsh Sheepdog or Welsh Springer Spaniel? Golden Retriever vs Welsh Sheepdog vs Welsh Springer Spaniel height comparison:	Male: 22-24 inches (56-61cm), Female: 20-22 inches (51-56 cm)	Male: 16-19 inches (41-47 cm), Female : 14-17 inches (38-44 cm)	Male: 17-19 inches (43-48 cm), Female: 16-18 inches (41-46 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 21 inches (53.5 cm)	Male: 17.5 inches (44 cm), Female : 15.5 inches (41 cm)	Male: 18 inches (45.5 cm), Female: 17 inches (43.5 cm)

Golden Retriever vs Welsh Sheepdog vs Welsh Springer Spaniel Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Golden Retriever or Welsh Sheepdog or Welsh Springer Spaniel? Which is more expensive?	$1000-$2000	Unknown	$1200-$1400
Availability Which is easier to get, Golden Retriever or Welsh Sheepdog or Welsh Springer Spaniel?	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 Welsh Springer Spaniel is easier than average to get.

Golden Retriever vs Welsh Sheepdog vs Welsh Springer Spaniel Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Golden Retriever vs Welsh Sheepdog vs Welsh Springer Spaniel intelligence:	Outstanding: Golden Retriever is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Very smart: Welsh Sheepdog is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Smart: The Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs have great intelligence. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Golden Retriever vs Welsh Sheepdog vs Welsh Springer Spaniel trainability comparison.	Golden Retriever dogs are easy to train. See more.	Welsh Sheepdog dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Welsh Springer Spaniel 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 Welsh Sheepdog or Welsh Springer Spaniel?	Golden Retriever dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Welsh Sheepdog dogs are not the best watchdogs. See more.	Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Golden Retriever or Welsh Sheepdog or Welsh Springer Spaniel? 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.	Welsh Sheepdog dogs are average defenders. See more.	Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs are not the best to protect their territory. See more.
Guard Dog Breeds List

Golden Retriever vs Welsh Sheepdog vs Welsh Springer Spaniel Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Golden Retriever or Welsh Sheepdog or Welsh Springer Spaniel? Golden Retriever vs Welsh Sheepdog vs Welsh Springer Spaniel behavior/temperament comparison:	Intelligent Confident Friendly Reliable Kind Trustworthy	Active Energetic Intelligent	Active Playful Stubborn Intelligent Friendly Affectionate Loyal
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.	Welsh Sheepdog dogs are less sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Sensitive: Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Golden Retriever vs Welsh Sheepdog vs Welsh Springer Spaniel?	High: Golden Retriever dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: Welsh Sheepdog dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	High: Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Golden Retriever vs Welsh Sheepdog vs Welsh Springer Spaniel social needs comparison:	Golden Retriever dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Welsh Sheepdog dogs are a social breed. See more.	Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs need for social interaction is average. 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.	The wanderlust potential of the Welsh Sheepdog is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Welsh Springer Spaniel 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.	Welsh Sheepdog dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Welsh Springer Spaniel 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.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Golden Retriever vs Welsh Sheepdog vs Welsh Springer Spaniel Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Golden Retriever vs Welsh Sheepdog vs Welsh Springer Spaniel playfulness comparison:	The Golden Retriever is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Welsh Sheepdog is a playful breed. See more.	The Welsh Springer Spaniel is a playful breed. See more.
Most Playful Dog Breeds
Barking Which dog barks more/less: Golden Retriever vs Welsh Sheepdog vs Welsh Springer Spaniel?	Low to Average: The Golden Retriever rarely barks. See more.	Average: The Welsh Sheepdog barks occasionally. See more.	Average: The Welsh Springer Spaniel barks occasionally. 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 Welsh Sheepdog or Welsh Springer Spaniel?	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 Welsh Sheepdog indoors.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Welsh Springer Spaniel breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Golden Retriever vs Welsh Sheepdog vs Welsh Springer Spaniel 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.	Welsh Sheepdog dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Welsh Springer Spaniel 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 Welsh Sheepdog or Welsh Springer Spaniel?	Golden Retriever dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Welsh Sheepdog 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.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Golden Retriever vs Welsh Sheepdog vs Welsh Springer Spaniel Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Golden Retriever or Welsh Sheepdog or Welsh Springer Spaniel?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Golden Retriever bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Welsh Sheepdog bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Welsh Springer Spaniel bite force: Ordinary.
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 Welsh Sheepdog has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Welsh Springer Spaniel has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Golden Retriever vs Welsh Sheepdog vs Welsh Springer Spaniel mouthiness comparison:	Golden Retriever dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Welsh Sheepdog dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Golden Retriever vs Welsh Sheepdog vs Welsh Springer Spaniel Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Golden Retriever vs Welsh Sheepdog vs Welsh Springer Spaniel health comparison. Which is the healthier: Golden Retriever vs Welsh Sheepdog vs Welsh Springer Spaniel?	Golden Retrievers are commonly healthy dogs.	Welsh Sheepdogs tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	The Welsh Springer Spaniel is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Golden Retriever vs Welsh Sheepdog vs Welsh Springer Spaniel? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Golden Retriever vs Welsh Sheepdog vs Welsh Springer Spaniel 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	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Entropion Elbow Dysplasia Glaucoma
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 Welsh Sheepdog should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Average The Welsh Springer Spaniel should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Golden Retriever vs Welsh Sheepdog vs Welsh Springer Spaniel lifespan comparison. How long do Golden Retriever, Welsh Sheepdog and Welsh Springer Spaniel 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 Welsh Sheepdog: 13 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Welsh Springer Spaniel: 13 years
Calculate dog years to human years by breed here
Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Golden Retriever vs Welsh Sheepdog vs Welsh Springer Spaniel?	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 cold weather conditions The Welsh Sheepdog can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Welsh Springer Spaniel can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Golden Retriever vs Welsh Sheepdog vs Welsh Springer Spaniel Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Golden Retriever or Welsh Sheepdog or Welsh Springer Spaniel? Golden Retriever vs Welsh Sheepdog vs Welsh Springer Spaniel energy level comparison:	Golden Retriever dogs are high-energy dogs.	Welsh Sheepdog dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Golden Retriever vs Welsh Sheepdog vs Welsh Springer Spaniel exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Golden Retriever or Welsh Sheepdog or Welsh Springer Spaniel? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Golden Retriever dogs need a lot of exercises.	Welsh Sheepdog dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Golden Retriever or Welsh Sheepdog or Welsh Springer Spaniel?	Golden Retriever dogs don't need too much sleep.	Welsh Sheepdog dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Golden Retriever vs Welsh Sheepdog vs Welsh Springer Spaniel Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Golden Retriever or Welsh Sheepdog or Welsh Springer Spaniel?	3 to 4 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.	1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Golden Retriever vs Welsh Sheepdog vs Welsh Springer Spaniel weight gain potential comparison:	High: The Golden Retriever breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	Low to Average: The Welsh Sheepdog has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Welsh Springer Spaniel's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Golden Retriever vs Welsh Sheepdog vs Welsh Springer Spaniel Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Golden Retriever vs Welsh Sheepdog vs Welsh Springer Spaniel coat comparison:	Silky Wavy Shiny Straight	Feathered	Silky Soft Straight
Colors What are the original Golden Retriever, Welsh Sheepdog and Welsh Springer Spaniel color?	Golden Light	Black White Red	Red White
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Golden Retriever or Welsh Sheepdog or Welsh Springer Spaniel? Golden Retriever vs Welsh Sheepdog vs Welsh Springer Spaniel grooming comparison:	Average: The Golden Retriever requires average grooming effort. See more.	Effortless: The Welsh Sheepdog requires minimal grooming. See more.	Average: The Welsh Springer Spaniel requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Golden Retriever or Welsh Sheepdog or Welsh Springer Spaniel? Golden Retriever or Welsh Sheepdog or {name3 shedding:	Golden Retriever dogs shed moderately. See more.	Welsh Sheepdog dogs shed moderately. See more.	Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs shed moderately. 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 Welsh Sheepdog or Welsh Springer Spaniel?	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 Welsh Sheepdog vs Welsh Springer Spaniel 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 Welsh Sheepdog vs Welsh Springer Spaniel?	Medium ⏺ The Golden Retriever has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Welsh Sheepdog has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Welsh Springer Spaniel 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 Welsh Sheepdog is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Welsh Springer Spaniel is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Golden Retriever vs Welsh Sheepdog vs Welsh Springer Spaniel Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Golden Retriever dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Welsh Sheepdog dogs are generally with other pets.	Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Golden Retriever or Welsh Sheepdog or Welsh Springer Spaniel? Which dog is more friendly?	Golden Retriever dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	Welsh Sheepdog dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
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 Welsh Sheepdog or Welsh Springer Spaniel?	Golden Retriever dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Welsh Sheepdog dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Golden Retriever or Welsh Sheepdog or Welsh Springer Spaniel?	Golden Retriever dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Welsh Sheepdog dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Golden Retriever or Welsh Sheepdog or Welsh Springer Spaniel?	Golden Retriever dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Welsh Sheepdog dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Golden Retriever vs Welsh Sheepdog vs Welsh Springer Spaniel?	Yes Golden Retriever dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Welsh Sheepdog dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Welsh Springer Spaniel 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	Yes Welsh Sheepdog is one of the best dog breeds for office environment	No Welsh Springer Spaniel 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.	Welsh Sheepdogs are usually recommended for elderly people.	Welsh Springer Spaniels are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Golden Retriever vs Welsh Sheepdog vs Welsh Springer Spaniel 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.
Most Popular Service Dog Breeds
Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Golden Retriever or Welsh Sheepdog or Welsh Springer Spaniel? Which is better for autism?	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a 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.	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.	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 Welsh Sheepdog vs Welsh Springer Spaniel?	Yes Golden Retriever breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Not really Welsh Sheepdog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Welsh Springer Spaniel 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.	Not really 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 Welsh Sheepdog vs Welsh Springer Spaniel 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 Welsh Sheepdog and Welsh Springer Spaniel have?	5-10 puppies	2-8 puppies	6-8 puppies
Dog Name Generator – Find A Perfect Name For Your Puppy

Golden Retriever vs Welsh Sheepdog vs Welsh Springer Spaniel 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 1914 as a Sporting 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 Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Flushing Dogs 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	No data available

Popular Dog Compares

Despite the best intentions, there may be errors. If you find one, please let us know and we will fix it as soon as possible. Contact us here.

Rate This Comparsion - Golden Retriever vs Welsh Sheepdog vs Welsh Springer Spaniel

Reviews