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Name	Saluki	Golden Retriever	Indian Spitz (Greater)
Origins	Fertile Crescent	Scotland	India
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Gun Dog	Companion Dogs
Popularity Rank	123	3	403
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Persian Greyhound Gazelle Hound	Golden Flat Coat Yellow Retriever	Greater Indian Spitz
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Saluki vs Golden Retriever vs Indian Spitz (Greater) breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Saluki vs Golden Retriever vs Indian Spitz (Greater) Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Saluki or Golden Retriever or Indian Spitz (Greater)? Which is the smallest dog, Saluki or Golden Retriever or Indian Spitz (Greater)?	Large	Large	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Saluki or Golden Retriever or Golden Retriever? Saluki vs Golden Retriever vs Indian Spitz (Greater) weight comparison:	29 - 66 pounds (13 - 30 kg)	Male: 60-80 pounds (27-36 kg), Female: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg)	26–44 pounds (12–20 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	29 - 66 pounds (13 - 30 kg)	Male: 70 pounds (31.5 kg), Female: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg)	35 pounds (16 kg)
Height Which is taller, Saluki or Golden Retriever or Indian Spitz (Greater)? Saluki vs Golden Retriever vs Indian Spitz (Greater) height comparison:	23 - 28 inches (58 - 71cm)	Male: 22-24 inches (56-61cm), Female: 20-22 inches (51-56 cm)	14–18 inches (35–45 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	23 - 28 inches (58 - 71cm)	Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 21 inches (53.5 cm)	16 inches (40 cm)

Saluki vs Golden Retriever vs Indian Spitz (Greater) Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Saluki or Golden Retriever or Indian Spitz (Greater)? Which is more expensive?	$600-$800	$1000-$2000	Unknown
Availability Which is easier to get, Saluki or Golden Retriever or Indian Spitz (Greater)?	Frequent: The Saluki is easier than average to get.	Very frequent: The Golden Retriever is quite easy to get.	Average: The Indian Spitz (Greater) is a commonly available dog breed.

Saluki vs Golden Retriever vs Indian Spitz (Greater) Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Saluki vs Golden Retriever vs Indian Spitz (Greater) intelligence:	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.	Very smart: Indian Spitz (Greater) is an excellent dog breed. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Saluki vs Golden Retriever vs Indian Spitz (Greater) trainability comparison.	Saluki dogs are easy to train. See more.	Golden Retriever dogs are easy to train. See more.	Indian Spitz (Greater) 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: Saluki or Golden Retriever or Indian Spitz (Greater)?	Saluki dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Golden Retriever dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Indian Spitz (Greater) dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Saluki or Golden Retriever or Indian Spitz (Greater)? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Saluki dogs can't provide protection for their territory. See more.	Golden Retriever dogs are average defenders. See more.	Indian Spitz (Greater) dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Saluki vs Golden Retriever vs Indian Spitz (Greater) Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Saluki or Golden Retriever or Indian Spitz (Greater)? Saluki vs Golden Retriever vs Indian Spitz (Greater) behavior/temperament comparison:	Aloof Intelligent Loyal Quiet Reserved	Intelligent Confident Friendly Reliable Kind Trustworthy	Active Playful Intelligent Loyal Kind Athletic Communicative
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Sensitive: Saluki dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	Golden Retriever dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	Indian Spitz (Greater) 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: Saluki vs Golden Retriever vs Indian Spitz (Greater)?	Average: Saluki dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	High: Golden Retriever dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average: Indian Spitz (Greater) dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Saluki vs Golden Retriever vs Indian Spitz (Greater) social needs comparison:	Saluki dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Golden Retriever dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Indian Spitz (Greater) dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Saluki dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	Golden Retriever dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Indian Spitz (Greater) dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Saluki dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. 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.	Indian Spitz (Greater) 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

Saluki vs Golden Retriever vs Indian Spitz (Greater) Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Saluki vs Golden Retriever vs Indian Spitz (Greater) playfulness comparison:	Average: Salukis, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Golden Retriever is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Indian Spitz (Greater) is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Saluki vs Golden Retriever vs Indian Spitz (Greater)?	Low to Average: The Saluki rarely barks. See more.	Low to Average: The Golden Retriever rarely barks. See more.	A lot: Indian Spitz (Greater) is a particularly loud breed. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Saluki or Golden Retriever or Indian Spitz (Greater)?	Very house-friendly dog the Saluki breed.	It is not recommended to keep the Golden Retriever breed in the home.	Very house-friendly dog the Indian Spitz (Greater) breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Saluki vs Golden Retriever vs Indian Spitz (Greater) Adaptability and Independence Comparison

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

Saluki vs Golden Retriever vs Indian Spitz (Greater) Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Saluki or Golden Retriever or Indian Spitz (Greater)?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Saluki bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Golden Retriever bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Indian Spitz (Greater) 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 Saluki has a low chance of biting somebody.	Moderate ⏺ The Golden Retriever has an average chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Indian Spitz (Greater) has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Saluki vs Golden Retriever vs Indian Spitz (Greater) mouthiness comparison:	Saluki 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.	Indian Spitz (Greater) dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Saluki vs Golden Retriever vs Indian Spitz (Greater) Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Saluki vs Golden Retriever vs Indian Spitz (Greater) health comparison. Which is the healthier: Saluki vs Golden Retriever vs Indian Spitz (Greater)?	The Saluki is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Golden Retrievers are commonly healthy dogs.	Indian Spitz (Greater)s are commonly healthy dogs.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Saluki vs Golden Retriever vs Indian Spitz (Greater)? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Saluki vs Golden Retriever vs Indian Spitz (Greater) health problems comparison:	No data available	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
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Saluki should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Rare The Golden Retriever should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Rare The Indian Spitz (Greater) should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Saluki vs Golden Retriever vs Indian Spitz (Greater) lifespan comparison. How long do Saluki, Golden Retriever and Indian Spitz (Greater) breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	12-14 years The average lifespan of Saluki: 13 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Golden Retriever: 11 years	13-15 years The average lifespan of Indian Spitz (Greater): 14 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Saluki vs Golden Retriever vs Indian Spitz (Greater)?	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. 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.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.

Saluki vs Golden Retriever vs Indian Spitz (Greater) Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Saluki or Golden Retriever or Indian Spitz (Greater)? Saluki vs Golden Retriever vs Indian Spitz (Greater) energy level comparison:	Saluki dogs are high-energy dogs.	Golden Retriever dogs are high-energy dogs.	Indian Spitz (Greater) dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Saluki vs Golden Retriever vs Indian Spitz (Greater) exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Saluki or Golden Retriever or Indian Spitz (Greater)? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Saluki dogs have an average exercise need.	Golden Retriever dogs need a lot of exercises.	Indian Spitz (Greater) dogs exercise need is minimal.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Saluki or Golden Retriever or Indian Spitz (Greater)?	Saluki dogs don't need too much sleep.	Golden Retriever dogs don't need too much sleep.	Indian Spitz (Greater) dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Saluki vs Golden Retriever vs Indian Spitz (Greater) Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Saluki or Golden Retriever or Indian Spitz (Greater)?	1.5 to 2.5 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.	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? Saluki vs Golden Retriever vs Indian Spitz (Greater) weight gain potential comparison:	Low: The Saluki has good luck with genetics. See more.	High: The Golden Retriever breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	Low: The Indian Spitz (Greater) has good luck with genetics. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Saluki vs Golden Retriever vs Indian Spitz (Greater) Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Saluki vs Golden Retriever vs Indian Spitz (Greater) coat comparison:	Smooth	Silky Wavy Shiny Straight	Thick
Colors What are the original Saluki, Golden Retriever and Indian Spitz (Greater) color?	Black Tan Red Cream White Silver Fawn Golden Chocolate	Golden Light	White Brown Black & White
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Saluki or Golden Retriever or Indian Spitz (Greater)? Saluki vs Golden Retriever vs Indian Spitz (Greater) grooming comparison:	Effortless: The Saluki requires minimal grooming. See more.	Average: The Golden Retriever requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The Indian Spitz (Greater) requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Saluki or Golden Retriever or Indian Spitz (Greater)? Saluki or Golden Retriever or {name3 shedding:	Saluki dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Golden Retriever dogs shed moderately. See more.	Indian Spitz (Greater) 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: Saluki or Golden Retriever or Indian Spitz (Greater)?	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	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.
Hypoallergenic Saluki vs Golden Retriever vs Indian Spitz (Greater) 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, Saluki vs Golden Retriever vs Indian Spitz (Greater)?	Low 🔽 The Saluki has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Golden Retriever has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Indian Spitz (Greater) has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Saluki is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. 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.	The Indian Spitz (Greater) is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Saluki vs Golden Retriever vs Indian Spitz (Greater) Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Saluki dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.	Golden Retriever dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Indian Spitz (Greater) dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Saluki or Golden Retriever or Indian Spitz (Greater)? Which dog is more friendly?	Saluki dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Golden Retriever dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	Indian Spitz (Greater) 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 Saluki or Golden Retriever or Indian Spitz (Greater)?	Saluki dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Golden Retriever dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Indian Spitz (Greater) dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Saluki or Golden Retriever or Indian Spitz (Greater)?	Saluki dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Golden Retriever dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Indian Spitz (Greater) dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Saluki or Golden Retriever or Indian Spitz (Greater)?	Saluki dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Golden Retriever dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Indian Spitz (Greater) dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Saluki vs Golden Retriever vs Indian Spitz (Greater)?	Yes Saluki 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.	Yes Indian Spitz (Greater) dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Saluki is not the best dog breed for office environment.	Yes Golden Retriever is one of the best dog breeds for office environment	No Indian Spitz (Greater) is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Salukis are usually recommended for elderly people.	Golden Retrievers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Indian Spitz (Greater)s are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Saluki vs Golden Retriever vs Indian Spitz (Greater) 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: Saluki or Golden Retriever or Indian Spitz (Greater)? 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.	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.
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.	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.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Saluki vs Golden Retriever vs Indian Spitz (Greater)?	Not really Saluki breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Yes Golden Retriever breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Not really Indian Spitz (Greater) 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.

Saluki vs Golden Retriever vs Indian Spitz (Greater) 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 Saluki and Golden Retriever and Indian Spitz (Greater) have?	4-8 puppies	5-10 puppies	1-5 puppies
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Saluki vs Golden Retriever vs Indian Spitz (Greater) Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1929 as a Hound breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1925 as a Sporting breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Sighthounds group, in the Long-haired or fringed Sighthounds section.	Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Retrievers section.	Not recognized by FCI.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	No data available	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club	No data available

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