Weimaraner vs Goldendoodle Comparison – Which dog is better Grey Ghost or Curly Retriever?

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Name	Weimaraner	Goldendoodle
Origins	Germany	United States Canada
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Group	Gun Dog	Companion Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Grey Ghost Weim Weimaraner Vorstehhund	Curly Retriever Goldenpoo Curly Golden
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Weimaraner vs Goldendoodle breed type comparison:	Purebred	Cross Breed

Weimaraner vs Goldendoodle Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which dog is bigger, Weimaraner or Goldendoodle? Is the Weimaraner bigger than the Goldendoodle breed? Is a Weimaraner smaller than a Goldendoodle?	Large	Large
Weight Which is heavier, Weimaraner or Goldendoodle? Weimaraner vs Goldendoodle weight comparison:	Male: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg), Female: 50-65 pounds (23-29 kg)	Miniature: 15-30 pounds (7-14 kg)Standard: 45-100 pounds (20-45 kg), Medium: 30-45 pounds (14-20 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg), Female: 57.5 pounds (26 kg)	Miniature: 22.5 pounds (10.5 kg)Standard: 72.5 pounds (32.5 kg), Medium: 37.5 pounds (17 kg)
Height Which is taller, Weimaraner or Goldendoodle? Is a Weimaraner taller than a Goldendoodle?	Male: 24-24 inches (61-69 cm), Female: 22-25 inches (56-63 cm)	13-24 inches (33-61 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 24 inches (65 cm), Female: 23.5 inches (59.5 cm)	18.5 inches (47 cm)

Weimaraner vs Goldendoodle Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Weimaraner or Goldendoodle? Which is more expensive? What is the difference in price between Weimaraner and Goldendoodle?	$1500-$2000	$600-$800
Availability Which is easier to get, Weimaraner or Goldendoodle?	Very frequent: The Weimaraner 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.

Weimaraner vs Goldendoodle Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which dog has more intelligence? Is a Weimaraner or Goldendoodle smarter? Which is best? Weimaraner vs Goldendoodle intelligence:	Very smart: Weimaraner 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 Weimaraner vs Goldendoodle trainability comparison. What's the difference between Weimaraner vs Goldendoodle?	Weimaraner dogs are easy to train. See more.	Goldendoodle 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: Weimaraner or Goldendoodle?	Weimaraner dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Goldendoodle dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Weimaraner or Goldendoodle? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Weimaraner dogs are average defenders. See more.	Goldendoodle dogs are not the best to protect their territory. See more.
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Weimaraner vs Goldendoodle Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Weimaraner or Goldendoodle? Weimaraner vs Goldendoodle behavior/temperament comparison:	Stubborn Aloof Energetic Alert Powerful Intelligent Social Steady Fast	Energetic Intelligent Friendly Trainable
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Weimaraner vs Goldendoodle?	Sensitive: Weimaraner 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: Weimaraner vs Goldendoodle?	High: Weimaraner dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Goldendoodle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Weimaraner vs Goldendoodle social needs comparison:	Weimaraner dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Goldendoodle dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between Weimaraner vs Goldendoodle?	Weimaraner dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	Goldendoodle dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between Weimaraner vs Goldendoodle? Which can be better for hunting?	Weimaraner dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Goldendoodle dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Weimaraner vs Goldendoodle Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Weimaraner vs Goldendoodle playfulness comparison:	The Weimaraner is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Goldendoodle is a playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Weimaraner vs Goldendoodle?	Average to High: The Weimaraner is a vocal breed. See more.	Average: The Goldendoodle 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 Weimaraner or Goldendoodle?	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Weimaraner breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Goldendoodle breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Weimaraner vs Goldendoodle Adaptability and Independence Comparison

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

Weimaraner vs Goldendoodle Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Weimaraner or Goldendoodle?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Weimaraner bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Goldendoodle bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Is a Weimaraner more dangerous than a Goldendoodle?	Low 🔽 The Weimaraner has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Goldendoodle has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Weimaraner vs Goldendoodle mouthiness comparison:	Weimaraner dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Goldendoodle dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Weimaraner vs Goldendoodle Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Weimaraner vs Goldendoodle health comparison. Which is the healthier: Weimaraner vs Goldendoodle?	Weimaraners tend to have a lot and frequent health issues.	Goldendoodles are commonly healthy dogs.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Weimaraner vs Goldendoodle? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Weimaraner vs Goldendoodle health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Bloat Entropion Drug Sensitivity Ectropion Distichiasis	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Allergies Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Bloat Addison's Disease Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Weimaraner vs Goldendoodle?	Frequent The Weimaraner should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Rare The Goldendoodle should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Weimaraner vs Goldendoodle lifespan comparison. How long do Weimaraner and Goldendoodle breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy? What is the age limit of the Weimaraner and Goldendoodle?	10-12 years The average lifespan of Weimaraner: 11 years	9-15 years The average lifespan of Goldendoodle: 12 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Weimaraner vs Goldendoodle?	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.

Weimaraner vs Goldendoodle Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Weimaraner vs Goldendoodle Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Weimaraner or Goldendoodle? Does the Weimaraner breed eat more than the Goldendoodle breed?	2.5 to 3 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? Weimaraner vs Goldendoodle weight gain potential comparison:	Low to Average: The Weimaraner has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Goldendoodle has an average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Weimaraner vs Goldendoodle Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Weimaraner vs Goldendoodle coat comparison:	Fine	Curly Wavy Smooth Straight
Colors What are the original Weimaraner and Goldendoodle color? Weimaraner vs Goldendoodle color comparison:	Gray Blue Silver Copper	Black Gray Red White Brown Yellow
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Weimaraner or Goldendoodle? Weimaraner vs Goldendoodle grooming comparison:	Effortless: The Weimaraner requires minimal grooming. See more.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Weimaraner or Goldendoodle? Do Weimaraner dogs shed more than Goldendoodle dogs?	Weimaraner dogs shed moderately. See more.	Goldendoodle 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: Weimaraner or Goldendoodle?	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.
Hypoallergenic Weimaraner vs Goldendoodle hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Weimaraner or Goldendoodle?	Medium ⏺ The Weimaraner has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Goldendoodle has a low chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least? What's the difference between Weimaraner vs Goldendoodle?	The Weimaraner 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 Goldendoodle is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Weimaraner vs Goldendoodle Good With Comparison

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

Weimaraner vs Goldendoodle 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.	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: Weimaraner or Goldendoodle? Which is better for autism?	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?	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.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Weimaraner vs Goldendoodle?	Not really Weimaraner breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Goldendoodle 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.
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.

Weimaraner vs Goldendoodle Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	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.
Litter Size How many puppies can Weimaraner and Goldendoodle have? Weimaraner vs Goldendoodle litter size comparison:	6-8 puppies	4-8 puppies
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Weimaraner vs Goldendoodle Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1943 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 Pointing Dogs group, in the Continental Pointing Dogs section.	Not recognized by FCI.
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	Dog Registry of America Inc. American Canine Hybrid Club Designer Breed Registry Designer Dogs Kennel Club International Designer Canine Registry

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