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Name	Goldendoodle	Labradoodle	Australian Shepherd
Origins	United States Canada	Australia	United States
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Group	Companion Dogs	Designer Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Curly Retriever Goldenpoo Curly Golden	No data available	Little Blue Dog Aussie
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Goldendoodle vs Labradoodle vs Australian Shepherd breed type comparison:	Cross Breed	Cross Breed	Purebred

Goldendoodle vs Labradoodle vs Australian Shepherd Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Goldendoodle or Labradoodle or Australian Shepherd? Which is the smallest dog, Goldendoodle or Labradoodle or Australian Shepherd?	Large	Large	Large
Weight Which is heavier, Goldendoodle or Labradoodle or Labradoodle? Goldendoodle vs Labradoodle vs Australian Shepherd weight comparison:	Miniature: 15-30 pounds (7-14 kg)Standard: 45-100 pounds (20-45 kg), Medium: 30-45 pounds (14-20 kg)	50-64 pounds (22-34 kg)	Male: 50-65 pounds (25-29 kg), Female: 40-55 pounds (18-25 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Miniature: 22.5 pounds (10.5 kg)Standard: 72.5 pounds (32.5 kg), Medium: 37.5 pounds (17 kg)	57.5 pounds (26 kg)	Male: 57.5 pounds (27 kg), Female: 47.5 pounds (21.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Goldendoodle or Labradoodle or Australian Shepherd? Goldendoodle vs Labradoodle vs Australian Shepherd height comparison:	13-24 inches (33-61 cm)	Male: 22 - 24 inches (50 – 60 cm), Female: 20 - 22 inches (50 - 55 cm)	Male: 20-23 inches (52-58cm), Female: 18-21 inches (46–53 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	18.5 inches (47 cm)	Male: 23 inches (58 cm), Female: 21 inches (53.5 cm)	Male: 21.5 inches (55 cm), Female: 19.5 inches (46–53 cm)

Goldendoodle vs Labradoodle vs Australian Shepherd Price and Availability Comparison

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

Goldendoodle vs Labradoodle vs Australian Shepherd Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Goldendoodle vs Labradoodle vs Australian Shepherd intelligence:	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Smart: The Labradoodle dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Smart: The Australian Shepherd dogs have great intelligence. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Goldendoodle vs Labradoodle vs Australian Shepherd trainability comparison.	Goldendoodle dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Labradoodle dogs are easy to train. See more.	Australian Shepherd dogs are very easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Goldendoodle or Labradoodle or Australian Shepherd?	Goldendoodle dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Labradoodle dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Australian Shepherd dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Goldendoodle or Labradoodle or Australian Shepherd? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Goldendoodle dogs are not the best to protect their territory. See more.	Labradoodle dogs are average defenders. See more.	Australian Shepherd dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Goldendoodle vs Labradoodle vs Australian Shepherd Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Goldendoodle or Labradoodle or Australian Shepherd? Goldendoodle vs Labradoodle vs Australian Shepherd behavior/temperament comparison:	Energetic Intelligent Friendly Trainable	Alert Intelligent Affectionate	Active Loving Protective Intelligent Friendly Affectionate Good-natured
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Sensitive: Australian Shepherd 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: Goldendoodle vs Labradoodle vs Australian Shepherd?	High: Goldendoodle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Labradoodle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: Australian Shepherd dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Goldendoodle vs Labradoodle vs Australian Shepherd social needs comparison:	Goldendoodle dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Labradoodle dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Australian Shepherd dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Goldendoodle dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Labradoodle dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Australian Shepherd dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Goldendoodle dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.	Labradoodle dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.	Australian Shepherd dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Goldendoodle vs Labradoodle vs Australian Shepherd Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Goldendoodle vs Labradoodle vs Australian Shepherd playfulness comparison:	The Goldendoodle is a playful breed. See more.	The Labradoodle is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Australian Shepherd is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Goldendoodle vs Labradoodle vs Australian Shepherd?	Average: The Goldendoodle barks occasionally. See more.	Average: The Labradoodle barks occasionally. See more.	Low to Average: The Australian Shepherd rarely barks. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Goldendoodle or Labradoodle or Australian Shepherd?	Very house-friendly dog the Goldendoodle breed.	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 Labradoodle indoors.	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 Australian Shepherd indoors.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Goldendoodle vs Labradoodle vs Australian Shepherd Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Goldendoodle dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Labradoodle dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Australian Shepherd dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Goldendoodle or Labradoodle or Australian Shepherd?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Labradoodle dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Australian Shepherd 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.

Goldendoodle vs Labradoodle vs Australian Shepherd Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Goldendoodle or Labradoodle or Australian Shepherd?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Goldendoodle bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Labradoodle bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Australian Shepherd 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:	Low 🔽 The Goldendoodle has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Labradoodle has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Australian Shepherd has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Goldendoodle vs Labradoodle vs Australian Shepherd mouthiness comparison:	Goldendoodle dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Labradoodle dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Australian Shepherd dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Goldendoodle vs Labradoodle vs Australian Shepherd Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Goldendoodle vs Labradoodle vs Australian Shepherd health comparison. Which is the healthier: Goldendoodle vs Labradoodle vs Australian Shepherd?	Goldendoodles are commonly healthy dogs.	Labradoodles are commonly healthy dogs.	The Australian Shepherd 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: Goldendoodle vs Labradoodle vs Australian Shepherd? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Goldendoodle vs Labradoodle vs Australian Shepherd health problems comparison:	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Allergies Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Bloat Addison's Disease Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis	Hip Dysplasia Allergies Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Ear Infections Elbow Dysplasia Canine Diabetes Mellitus	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Allergies Cancer Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Deafness Drug Sensitivity Elbow Dysplasia Distichiasis Collie Eye Anomaly Detached Retina Nasal Solar Dermatitis Osteochondrosis Dissecans Persistent Pupillary Membranes
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Rare The Goldendoodle should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Rare The Labradoodle should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Average The Australian Shepherd should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Goldendoodle vs Labradoodle vs Australian Shepherd lifespan comparison. How long do Goldendoodle, Labradoodle and Australian Shepherd breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	9-15 years The average lifespan of Goldendoodle: 12 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Labradoodle: 13 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Australian Shepherd: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Goldendoodle vs Labradoodle vs Australian Shepherd?	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.	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 Australian Shepherd can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Goldendoodle vs Labradoodle vs Australian Shepherd Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Goldendoodle vs Labradoodle vs Australian Shepherd Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Goldendoodle or Labradoodle or Australian Shepherd?	1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three meals.	4 to 5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1.5 to 2.5 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? Goldendoodle vs Labradoodle vs Australian Shepherd weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Goldendoodle has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Labradoodle's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Australian Shepherd's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Goldendoodle vs Labradoodle vs Australian Shepherd Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Goldendoodle vs Labradoodle vs Australian Shepherd coat comparison:	Curly Wavy Smooth Straight	Fine Variety of coat types	Feathered
Colors What are the original Goldendoodle, Labradoodle and Australian Shepherd color?	Black Gray Red White Brown Yellow	Black Blue Cream Silver Chocolate Gold Apricot Caramel Chalky white Café Parchment They can also have parti-colored coats, which consist of brindles, phantom, patched, or sable colors.	Black Red Blue Merle
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Goldendoodle or Labradoodle or Australian Shepherd? Goldendoodle vs Labradoodle vs Australian Shepherd grooming comparison:	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Average: The Labradoodle requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The Australian Shepherd requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Goldendoodle or Labradoodle or Australian Shepherd? Goldendoodle or Labradoodle or {name3 shedding:	Goldendoodle dogs shed moderately. See more.	Labradoodle dogs shed moderately. See more.	Australian Shepherd 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: Goldendoodle or Labradoodle or Australian Shepherd?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. 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.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.
Hypoallergenic Goldendoodle vs Labradoodle vs Australian Shepherd hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	Yes See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Goldendoodle vs Labradoodle vs Australian Shepherd?	Low 🔽 The Goldendoodle has a low chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Labradoodle has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Australian Shepherd has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Goldendoodle is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Labradoodle is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The Australian Shepherd is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Goldendoodle vs Labradoodle vs Australian Shepherd Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Goldendoodle dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Labradoodle dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Australian Shepherd dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Goldendoodle or Labradoodle or Australian Shepherd? Which dog is more friendly?	Goldendoodle dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	Labradoodle dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	Australian Shepherd 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 Goldendoodle or Labradoodle or Australian Shepherd?	Goldendoodle dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Labradoodle dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Australian Shepherd dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Goldendoodle or Labradoodle or Australian Shepherd?	Goldendoodle dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Labradoodle dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Australian Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Goldendoodle or Labradoodle or Australian Shepherd?	Goldendoodle dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Labradoodle dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Australian Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Goldendoodle vs Labradoodle vs Australian Shepherd?	Yes Goldendoodle dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Labradoodle dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Australian Shepherd dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Goldendoodle is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Labradoodle is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Australian Shepherd is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Goldendoodles are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Labradoodles are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Australian Shepherds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Goldendoodle vs Labradoodle vs Australian Shepherd As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes good 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: Goldendoodle or Labradoodle or Australian Shepherd? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a 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?	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.	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?	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.	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: Goldendoodle vs Labradoodle vs Australian Shepherd?	Not really Goldendoodle breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Yes Labradoodle breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Not really Australian Shepherd 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.

Goldendoodle vs Labradoodle vs Australian Shepherd 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 Goldendoodle and Labradoodle and Australian Shepherd have?	4-8 puppies	4-10 puppies	6-9 puppies, average 7
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Goldendoodle vs Labradoodle vs Australian Shepherd Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1991 as a Herding breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Not recognized by FCI.	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	Dog Registry of America Inc. American Canine Hybrid Club Designer Breed Registry Designer Dogs Kennel Club International Designer Canine Registry	Australian Labradoodle Association International Australian Labradoodle Association	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club Australian Shepherd Club Of America

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