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Name	Bernedoodle	Golden Retriever	Goldendoodle
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Bernedoodles Bernese Mountain Poo	Golden Flat Coat Yellow Retriever	Curly Retriever Goldenpoo Curly Golden
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Bernedoodle vs Golden Retriever vs Goldendoodle breed type comparison:	Cross Breed	Purebred	Cross Breed

Bernedoodle vs Golden Retriever vs Goldendoodle Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Bernedoodle or Golden Retriever or Goldendoodle? Which is the smallest dog, Bernedoodle or Golden Retriever or Goldendoodle?	Small Large Medium	Large	Large
Weight Which is heavier, Bernedoodle or Golden Retriever or Golden Retriever? Bernedoodle vs Golden Retriever vs Goldendoodle weight comparison:	10-90 pounds (4.5-41 kg)	Male: 60-80 pounds (27-36 kg), Female: 55-70 pounds (25-32 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?	50 pounds (23 kg)	Male: 70 pounds (31.5 kg), Female: 62.5 pounds (28.5 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, Bernedoodle or Golden Retriever or Goldendoodle? Bernedoodle vs Golden Retriever vs Goldendoodle height comparison:	10-29 inches (25.5-74 cm)	Male: 22-24 inches (56-61cm), Female: 20-22 inches (51-56 cm)	13-24 inches (33-61 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	19 inches (48 cm)	Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 21 inches (53.5 cm)	18.5 inches (47 cm)

Bernedoodle vs Golden Retriever vs Goldendoodle Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Bernedoodle or Golden Retriever or Goldendoodle? Which is more expensive?	$700-$4500	$1000-$2000	$600-$800
Availability Which is easier to get, Bernedoodle or Golden Retriever or Goldendoodle?	Average: The Bernedoodle is a commonly available dog breed.	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.

Bernedoodle vs Golden Retriever vs Goldendoodle Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Bernedoodle vs Golden Retriever vs Goldendoodle intelligence:	Very smart: Bernedoodle is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Outstanding: Golden Retriever is one of the brightest dog breeds. 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 Bernedoodle vs Golden Retriever vs Goldendoodle trainability comparison.	Bernedoodle dogs are easy to train. See more.	Golden Retriever 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: Bernedoodle or Golden Retriever or Goldendoodle?	Bernedoodle dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Golden Retriever dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Goldendoodle dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Bernedoodle or Golden Retriever or Goldendoodle? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Bernedoodle dogs are average defenders. See more.	Golden Retriever dogs are average defenders. See more.	Goldendoodle dogs are not the best to protect their territory. See more.
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Bernedoodle vs Golden Retriever vs Goldendoodle Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Bernedoodle or Golden Retriever or Goldendoodle? Bernedoodle vs Golden Retriever vs Goldendoodle behavior/temperament comparison:	Stubborn Loyal Gentle Clever Goofy	Intelligent Confident Friendly Reliable Kind Trustworthy	Energetic Intelligent Friendly Trainable
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	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.	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: Bernedoodle vs Golden Retriever vs Goldendoodle?	High: Bernedoodle 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.	High: Goldendoodle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Bernedoodle vs Golden Retriever vs Goldendoodle social needs comparison:	Bernedoodle dogs are a social breed. See more.	Golden Retriever 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?	Bernedoodle dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Golden Retriever dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Goldendoodle dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Bernedoodle 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.	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.	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

Bernedoodle vs Golden Retriever vs Goldendoodle Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Bernedoodle vs Golden Retriever vs Goldendoodle playfulness comparison:	The Bernedoodle is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Golden Retriever 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: Bernedoodle vs Golden Retriever vs Goldendoodle?	Average: The Bernedoodle barks occasionally. See more.	Low to Average: The Golden Retriever rarely barks. 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 Bernedoodle or Golden Retriever or Goldendoodle?	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 Bernedoodle indoors.	It is not recommended to keep the Golden Retriever breed in the home.	Very house-friendly dog the Goldendoodle breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Bernedoodle vs Golden Retriever vs Goldendoodle Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Average: Bernedoodle 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.	Goldendoodle dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Bernedoodle or Golden Retriever or Goldendoodle?	Bernedoodle 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.	Golden Retriever 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.

Bernedoodle vs Golden Retriever vs Goldendoodle Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Bernedoodle or Golden Retriever or Goldendoodle?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Bernedoodle bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Golden Retriever 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 Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	Low 🔽 The Bernedoodle has a low chance of biting somebody.	Moderate ⏺ The Golden Retriever has an average chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Goldendoodle has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Bernedoodle vs Golden Retriever vs Goldendoodle mouthiness comparison:	Bernedoodle 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.	Goldendoodle dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Bernedoodle vs Golden Retriever vs Goldendoodle Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Bernedoodle vs Golden Retriever vs Goldendoodle health comparison. Which is the healthier: Bernedoodle vs Golden Retriever vs Goldendoodle?	Bernedoodles are commonly healthy dogs.	Golden Retrievers are commonly healthy dogs.	Goldendoodles are commonly healthy dogs.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Bernedoodle vs Golden Retriever vs Goldendoodle? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Bernedoodle vs Golden Retriever vs Goldendoodle health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Allergies Eye Problems Elbow Dysplasia Skin Diseases	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Allergies Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Bloat Epilepsy Elbow Dysplasia Osteochondrosis Dissecans Hemangiosarcoma Osteosarcoma Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis	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?	Rare The Bernedoodle should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably 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 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 Bernedoodle vs Golden Retriever vs Goldendoodle lifespan comparison. How long do Bernedoodle, Golden Retriever and Goldendoodle breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	12-18 years The average lifespan of Bernedoodle: 15 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Golden Retriever: 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: Bernedoodle vs Golden Retriever 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.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.

Bernedoodle vs Golden Retriever vs Goldendoodle Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Bernedoodle or Golden Retriever or Goldendoodle? Bernedoodle vs Golden Retriever vs Goldendoodle energy level comparison:	Bernedoodle dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Golden Retriever 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 Bernedoodle vs Golden Retriever vs Goldendoodle exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Bernedoodle or Golden Retriever or Goldendoodle? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Bernedoodle dogs have an average exercise need.	Golden Retriever dogs need a lot of exercises.	Goldendoodle dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Bernedoodle or Golden Retriever or Goldendoodle?	Bernedoodle dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Golden Retriever 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

Bernedoodle vs Golden Retriever vs Goldendoodle Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Bernedoodle or Golden Retriever or Goldendoodle?	1 to 8 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 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? Bernedoodle vs Golden Retriever vs Goldendoodle weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Bernedoodle has an average risk for obesity. See more.	High: The Golden Retriever breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	Average: The Goldendoodle has an average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Bernedoodle vs Golden Retriever vs Goldendoodle Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Bernedoodle vs Golden Retriever vs Goldendoodle coat comparison:	Curly Wavy Straight	Silky Wavy Shiny Straight	Curly Wavy Smooth Straight
Colors What are the original Bernedoodle, Golden Retriever and Goldendoodle color?	Black Tricolor Black & White Brown & Black	Golden Light	Black Gray Red White Brown Yellow
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Bernedoodle or Golden Retriever or Goldendoodle? Bernedoodle vs Golden Retriever vs Goldendoodle grooming comparison:	Average: The Bernedoodle requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The Golden Retriever requires average grooming effort. 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 Bernedoodle or Golden Retriever or Goldendoodle? Bernedoodle or Golden Retriever or {name3 shedding:	Bernedoodle dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Golden Retriever 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: Bernedoodle or Golden Retriever 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.	2-3 weeks Frequent. This breed has high-maintenance hair and may require a bath every 2-3 weeks. 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 Bernedoodle vs Golden Retriever vs Goldendoodle 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, Bernedoodle vs Golden Retriever vs Goldendoodle?	Low 🔽 The Bernedoodle has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Golden Retriever 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?	The Bernedoodle is a perfect example of a 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 Goldendoodle is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Bernedoodle vs Golden Retriever vs Goldendoodle Good With Comparison

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

Bernedoodle vs Golden Retriever 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.	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: Bernedoodle or Golden Retriever or Goldendoodle? 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: Bernedoodle vs Golden Retriever vs Goldendoodle?	Not really Bernedoodle 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 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.	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.

Bernedoodle vs Golden Retriever vs Goldendoodle 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 Bernedoodle and Golden Retriever and Goldendoodle have?	3-10 puppies	5-10 puppies	4-8 puppies
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Bernedoodle vs Golden Retriever vs Goldendoodle Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	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?	Not recognized by FCI.	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?	American Canine Hybrid Club Designer Breed Registry Designer Dogs 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	Dog Registry of America Inc. American Canine Hybrid Club Designer Breed Registry Designer Dogs Kennel Club International Designer Canine Registry

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