Leonberger vs Golden Retriever Comparison – Which dog is better Gentle Giant or Golden Flat Coat?

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Name	Leonberger	Golden Retriever
Origins	Germany	Scotland
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Group	Working Dogs	Gun Dog
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Common Names & Aliases Compare different names used for Leonberger and Golden Retriever. What other names are these breeds known by?	Gentle Giant Gentle Lion Leonbergi Leo	Golden Flat Coat Yellow Retriever
Breed Classification Compare breed classifications between a Leonberger and a Golden Retriever. Learn about their genetic backgrounds.	Purebred	Purebred

Leonberger vs Golden Retriever Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Which is bigger: a Leonberger or a Golden Retriever? Compare size differences between these breeds.	Giant	Large
Weight Statistics Compare weight ranges between a Leonberger and a Golden Retriever. Which breed is heavier?	Male: 130-170 pounds (59-77 kg), Female: 100-130 pounds (45-59 kg)	Male: 60-80 pounds (27-36 kg), Female: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 150 pounds (68 kg), Female: 115 pounds (52 kg)	Male: 70 pounds (31.5 kg), Female: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Leonberger or Golden Retriever? Is a Leonberger taller than a Golden Retriever?	Male: 29-31 inches (74-80 cm), Female: 27-29 inches (61-74 cm)	Male: 22-24 inches (56-61cm), Female: 20-22 inches (51-56 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 30 inches (77 cm), Female: 28 inches (67.5 cm)	Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 21 inches (53.5 cm)

Leonberger vs Golden Retriever Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy prices between a Leonberger and a Golden Retriever. Which breed costs more?	$1500-$2000	$1000-$2000
Availability Which is easier to get, Leonberger or Golden Retriever?	Frequent: The Leonberger is easier than average to get.	Very frequent: The Golden Retriever is quite easy to get.

Leonberger vs Golden Retriever Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Which is smarter: a Leonberger or a Golden Retriever? Compare intelligence rankings and learning abilities.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Outstanding: Golden Retriever is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.
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Training Difficulty Which is easier to train: a Leonberger or a Golden Retriever? Compare training requirements.	Leonberger dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Golden Retriever dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Rating Which makes a better watchdog: a Leonberger or a Golden Retriever? Compare alertness levels.	Leonberger dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Golden Retriever dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Which is more protective: a Leonberger or a Golden Retriever? Compare territorial behaviors.	Leonberger dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Golden Retriever dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Leonberger vs Golden Retriever Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits Compare personalities of a Leonberger and a Golden Retriever. How do their temperaments differ?	Loving Obedient Loyal Fearless Companionable Adaptable	Intelligent Confident Friendly Reliable Kind Trustworthy
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Leonberger vs Golden Retriever?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Golden Retriever dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Leonberger vs Golden Retriever?	High: Leonberger dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Golden Retriever dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Leonberger vs Golden Retriever social needs comparison:	Leonberger dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Golden Retriever dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between Leonberger vs Golden Retriever?	Leonberger dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Golden Retriever dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between Leonberger vs Golden Retriever? Which can be better for hunting?	Leonberger dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	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.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Leonberger vs Golden Retriever Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Which breed barks more: a Leonberger or a Golden Retriever? Compare vocalization tendencies.	Low: The Leonberger barks none to minimal. See more.	Low to Average: The Golden Retriever rarely barks. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Playful Nature Which breed is more playful: a Leonberger or a Golden Retriever? Compare play drive and energy.	The Leonberger is a playful breed. See more.	The Golden Retriever is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Which is better for apartments: a Leonberger or a Golden Retriever? Compare living space needs.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Leonberger breed.	It is not recommended to keep the Golden Retriever breed in the home.
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Leonberger vs Golden Retriever Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Which adapts better to changes: a Leonberger or a Golden Retriever? Compare adaptability levels.	Average: Leonberger dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Golden Retriever dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Leonberger or Golden Retriever?	Leonberger dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Golden Retriever dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Leonberger vs Golden Retriever Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Which has lower bite risk: a Leonberger or a Golden Retriever? Compare biting tendencies.	Low 🔽 The Leonberger has a low chance of biting somebody.	Moderate ⏺ The Golden Retriever has an average chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Which is more mouthy: a Leonberger or a Golden Retriever? Compare mouthing behaviors.	Leonberger dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Golden Retriever dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.
Bite Strength Rating Which has a stronger bite: a Leonberger or a Golden Retriever? Compare bite force PSI.	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Leonberger bite force: The Strongest.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Golden Retriever bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force

Leonberger vs Golden Retriever Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Which lives longer: a Leonberger or a Golden Retriever? Compare average lifespans.	8-10 years The average lifespan of Leonberger: 9 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Golden Retriever: 11 years
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Climate Tolerance Which handles weather better: a Leonberger or a Golden Retriever? Compare climate tolerances.	Prefers cold weather The Leonberger can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. 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.
Health Concerns Compare common health issues between a Leonberger and a Golden Retriever. Which breed is healthier?	Leonbergers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	Golden Retrievers are commonly healthy dogs.
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Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Leonberger vs Golden Retriever?	Frequent The Leonberger should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Rare The Golden Retriever should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Leonberger vs Golden Retriever? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Leonberger vs Golden Retriever health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Cancer Bloat Entropion Inherited Polyneuropathy Ectropion Elbow Dysplasia Addison's Disease Eosinophilic Panosteitis	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Allergies Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Bloat Epilepsy Elbow Dysplasia Osteochondrosis Dissecans Hemangiosarcoma Osteosarcoma Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis

Leonberger vs Golden Retriever Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Which breed is more energetic: a Leonberger or a Golden Retriever? Compare activity levels.	Leonberger dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Golden Retriever dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Leonberger vs Golden Retriever exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Leonberger or Golden Retriever? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Leonberger dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Golden Retriever dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Leonberger or Golden Retriever?	Leonberger dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Golden Retriever dogs don't need too much sleep.
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Leonberger vs Golden Retriever Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Which gains weight easier: a Leonberger or a Golden Retriever? Compare obesity risks.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Leonberger's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	High: The Golden Retriever breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity
Food Consumption Which eats more: a Leonberger or a Golden Retriever? Compare daily food needs.	8 to 10 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals	3 to 4 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot

Leonberger vs Golden Retriever Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Which is more hypoallergenic: a Leonberger or a Golden Retriever? Compare allergy friendliness.	No See more.	No See more.
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Coat Colors What color variations exist for Leonberger and Golden Retriever? Compare breed colors.	Red Brown Yellow Sandy Reddish Mahogany	Golden Light
Grooming Requirements Which needs more grooming: a Leonberger or a Golden Retriever? Compare maintenance needs.	Average: The Leonberger requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The Golden Retriever requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Drooling Tendency Which drools more: a Leonberger or a Golden Retriever? Compare drooling amounts.	The Leonberger is an average drooler. See more.	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.
Stinkiness Rating Which has less odor: a Leonberger or a Golden Retriever? Compare natural smell levels.	Medium ⏺ The Leonberger has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Golden Retriever has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics How do coats differ between a Leonberger and a Golden Retriever? Compare fur types.	Waterproof	Silky Wavy Shiny Straight
Bathing Needs Which needs more baths: a Leonberger or a Golden Retriever? Compare bathing frequencies.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	2-3 weeks Frequent. This breed has high-maintenance hair and may require a bath every 2-3 weeks. See more.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Leonberger or Golden Retriever? Do Leonberger dogs shed more than Golden Retriever dogs?	Leonberger dogs are heavy shedders. See more.	Golden Retriever dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most

Leonberger vs Golden Retriever Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Which is better with children: a Leonberger or a Golden Retriever? Compare kid-friendliness.	Leonberger dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Golden Retriever dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
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Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Leonberger dogs are generally with other pets.	Golden Retriever dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Leonberger or Golden Retriever? Which dog is more friendly?	Leonberger dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Golden Retriever dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Leonberger or Golden Retriever?	Leonberger dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Golden Retriever dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Leonberger or Golden Retriever? Can a Leonberger and a Golden Retriever be friends? Do Leonberger dogs get along with Golden Retriever dogs?	Leonberger dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Golden Retriever dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: Leonberger vs Golden Retriever?	Yes Leonberger dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Golden Retriever dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Leonberger is not the best dog breed for office environment.	Yes Golden Retriever is one of the best dog breeds for office environment
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Leonbergers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Golden Retrievers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Leonberger vs Golden Retriever As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Which makes a better service dog: a Leonberger or a Golden Retriever? Compare service capabilities.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Work Suitability Which is better for therapy work: a Leonberger or a Golden Retriever? Compare therapy capabilities.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.
Therapy Dog Breeds
Scent Detection Ability Which is better at detection work: a Leonberger or a Golden Retriever? Compare scenting abilities.	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 & Rescue Potential Which is better for search and rescue: a Leonberger or a Golden Retriever? Compare SAR abilities.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Yes This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.
Maritime Work Ability Which is better on boats: a Leonberger or a Golden Retriever? Compare maritime abilities.	Not really Leonberger breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Yes Golden Retriever breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Which is better at pulling: a Leonberger or a Golden Retriever? Compare draft work capabilities.	Yes 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.
Military Service Background Compare military history between Leonberger and Golden Retriever. Which has stronger military background?	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.

Leonberger vs Golden Retriever Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare litter sizes between Leonberger and Golden Retriever. Which has larger litters?	6-8 puppies	5-10 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare pregnancy duration between Leonberger and Golden Retriever breeds.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding frequencies between Leonberger and Golden Retriever. Which needs longer recovery?	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.

Leonberger vs Golden Retriever Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC classifications of Leonberger and Golden Retriever. Which groups do they belong to?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2010 as a Working breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1925 as a Sporting breed.
FCI Classification Compare FCI classifications of Leonberger and Golden Retriever. Which groups are they in?	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type section.	Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Retrievers section.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare kennel club recognition between Leonberger and Golden Retriever. Which is more widely recognized?	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. Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand 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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Jul 26, 2019, 5:36:18 PM:
We have a "LEO" 7 yrs old now. I found the comparisons helpful, however, We have trained him as a service dog and has performed well. We live in FL and he does fair in the heat, does not need a lot of exercise.