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Golden Retriever vs English Springer Spaniel vs Brittany Comparison - Dog breed selector: Golden Flat Coat or Springer Spaniel or American Brittany? Find the right dog for you

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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Golden Retriever, English Springer Spaniel, and Brittany breeds.
Golden Flat Coat
Yellow Retriever
Springer Spaniel American Brittany
Brittany Spaniel
Epagneul Breton
Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between Golden Retriever, English Springer Spaniel, and Brittany? Compare their breeding categories.
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Golden Retriever vs English Springer Spaniel vs Brittany Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Compare size differences between Golden Retriever, English Springer Spaniel, and Brittany. Which breed is the largest?
Large Medium Medium
Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between Golden Retriever, English Springer Spaniel, and Brittany? Compare adult weight ranges.
Male: 60-80 pounds (27-36 kg), Female: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg) Male: 45-55 pounds (20-25 kg), Female: 40-50 pounds (18-23 kg) Male: 35-40 pounds (16-18 kg), Females: 30-40 pounds (14-18 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 70 pounds (31.5 kg), Female: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg) Male: 50 pounds (22.5 kg), Female: 45 pounds (20.5 kg) Male: 37.5 pounds (17 kg), Females: 35 pounds (16 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Golden Retriever or English Springer Spaniel or Brittany? Golden Retriever vs English Springer Spaniel vs Brittany height comparison:
Male: 22-24 inches (56-61cm), Female: 20-22 inches (51-56 cm) Male: 19-21 inches (48-56 cm), Female:18-20 inches (46-51 cm) Male: 17-21 inches (43-53 cm), Female: 18-20 inches (46-51 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 21 inches (53.5 cm) Male: 20 inches (52 cm), Female:19 inches (48.5 cm) Male: 19 inches (48 cm), Female: 19 inches (48.5 cm)

Golden Retriever vs English Springer Spaniel vs Brittany Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range
Compare puppy costs for Golden Retriever, English Springer Spaniel, and Brittany. Find price differences between these breeds.
$1000-$2000 $700-$800 $700-$800
Availability
Which is easier to get, Golden Retriever or English Springer Spaniel or Brittany?
Very frequent: The Golden Retriever is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The English Springer Spaniel is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Brittany is quite easy to get.

Golden Retriever vs English Springer Spaniel vs Brittany Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between Golden Retriever, English Springer Spaniel, and Brittany. Which breed ranks highest?
Outstanding: Golden Retriever is one of the brightest dog breeds.
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Very smart: English Springer Spaniel is an excellent dog breed.
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Very smart: Brittany is an excellent dog breed.
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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between Golden Retriever, English Springer Spaniel, and Brittany. Which is easiest to train?
Golden Retriever dogs are easy to train.
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English Springer Spaniel dogs are easy to train.
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Brittany dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of Golden Retriever, English Springer Spaniel, and Brittany. Which breed is most alert?
Golden Retriever dogs are average watchdogs.
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English Springer Spaniel dogs are average watchdogs.
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Brittany dogs are average watchdogs.
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Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between Golden Retriever, English Springer Spaniel, and Brittany. Which breed is most protective?
Golden Retriever dogs are average defenders.
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English Springer Spaniel dogs are average defenders.
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Brittany dogs are average defenders.
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Golden Retriever vs English Springer Spaniel vs Brittany Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between Golden Retriever, English Springer Spaniel, and Brittany? Compare temperaments.
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Reliable
Kind
Trustworthy
Playful
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Affectionate
Social
Cheerful
Independent
Alert
Intelligent
Responsive
Social
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
Golden Retriever dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Sensitive: Brittany dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Golden Retriever vs English Springer Spaniel vs Brittany?
High: Golden Retriever dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: English Springer Spaniel dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Brittany dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Golden Retriever vs English Springer Spaniel vs Brittany social needs comparison:
Golden Retriever dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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English Springer Spaniel dogs are a social breed.
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Brittany dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Golden Retriever dogs tend to escape less than other breeds.
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The wanderlust potential of the English Springer Spaniel is strong enough to escape from home.
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The wanderlust potential of the Brittany is strong enough to escape from home.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
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.
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English Springer Spaniel dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Brittany dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Golden Retriever vs English Springer Spaniel vs Brittany Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of Golden Retriever, English Springer Spaniel, and Brittany. Which breed is most vocal?
Low to Average: The Golden Retriever rarely barks.
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Average: The English Springer Spaniel barks occasionally.
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Average: The Brittany barks occasionally.
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between Golden Retriever, English Springer Spaniel, and Brittany. Which breed is most playful?
The Golden Retriever is a highly playful breed.
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The English Springer Spaniel is a highly playful breed.
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The Brittany is a highly playful breed.
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Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of Golden Retriever, English Springer Spaniel, and Brittany. Which adapts best to small spaces?
It is not recommended to keep the Golden Retriever breed in the home.
Very house-friendly dog the English Springer Spaniel 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 Brittany indoors.

Golden Retriever vs English Springer Spaniel vs Brittany Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between Golden Retriever, English Springer Spaniel, and Brittany. Which breed is most flexible?
Golden Retriever dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
English Springer Spaniel dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Brittany dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: Golden Retriever or English Springer Spaniel or Brittany?
Golden Retriever dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
English Springer Spaniel 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.
Brittany dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Golden Retriever vs English Springer Spaniel vs Brittany Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between Golden Retriever, English Springer Spaniel, and Brittany. Which has lowest bite risk?

Moderate

The Golden Retriever has an average chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The English Springer Spaniel has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Brittany has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between Golden Retriever, English Springer Spaniel, and Brittany. Which uses mouth most during play?
Golden Retriever dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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English Springer Spaniel dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Brittany dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Bite Strength Rating
Compare bite forces between Golden Retriever, English Springer Spaniel, and Brittany. Which has the strongest bite?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Golden Retriever bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

English Springer Spaniel bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Brittany bite force: Ordinary.

Golden Retriever vs English Springer Spaniel vs Brittany Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of Golden Retriever, English Springer Spaniel, and Brittany. Which breed lives longest?
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Golden Retriever: 11 years
10-14 years
The average lifespan of English Springer Spaniel: 12 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Brittany: 13 years
Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between Golden Retriever, English Springer Spaniel, and Brittany. Which handles climate changes best?
Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Brittany can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in Golden Retriever, English Springer Spaniel, and Brittany. Which has fewer health issues?
Golden Retrievers are commonly healthy dogs.
English Springer Spaniels are commonly healthy dogs.
The Brittany is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Vet Care Frequency
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Rare
The Golden Retriever should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Rare
The English Springer Spaniel should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Average
The Brittany should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Golden Retriever vs English Springer Spaniel vs Brittany? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Golden Retriever vs English Springer Spaniel vs Brittany health problems comparison:
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Hypothyroidism
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Von Willebrand's Disease
Bloat
Epilepsy
Elbow Dysplasia
Osteochondrosis Dissecans
Hemangiosarcoma
Osteosarcoma
Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis
Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Ear Infections
Ectropion
Retinal Dysplasia
Phosphofructokinase deficiency (Tarui disease, PFK)
Hip Dysplasia
Hypothyroidism
Epilepsy

Golden Retriever vs English Springer Spaniel vs Brittany Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating
Compare energy levels between Golden Retriever, English Springer Spaniel, and Brittany. Which breed is most active?
Golden Retriever dogs are high-energy dogs.
English Springer Spaniel dogs are high-energy dogs.
Brittany dogs are high-energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Golden Retriever vs English Springer Spaniel vs Brittany exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Golden Retriever or English Springer Spaniel or Brittany? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Golden Retriever dogs need a lot of exercises.
English Springer Spaniel dogs need a lot of exercises.
Brittany dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Golden Retriever or English Springer Spaniel or Brittany?
Golden Retriever dogs don't need too much sleep.
English Springer Spaniel dogs don't need too much sleep.
Brittany dogs don't need too much sleep.

Golden Retriever vs English Springer Spaniel vs Brittany Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between Golden Retriever, English Springer Spaniel, and Brittany. Which is most prone to obesity?
High: The Golden Retriever breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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Average: The English Springer Spaniel has an average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Brittany has an average risk for obesity.
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between Golden Retriever, English Springer Spaniel, and Brittany. Which needs most food?
3 to 4 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 3 to 4.5 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.

Golden Retriever vs English Springer Spaniel vs Brittany Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Golden Retriever, English Springer Spaniel, and Brittany. Which is best for allergy sufferers?
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between Golden Retriever, English Springer Spaniel, and Brittany. What colors are available?
Golden
Light
Black
Tan
White
Liver
White
Orange
Liver
Roan
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between Golden Retriever, English Springer Spaniel, and Brittany. Which requires most maintenance?
Average: The Golden Retriever requires average grooming effort.
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Advanced: The English Springer Spaniel requires a lot of grooming.
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Easy to groom: The Brittany doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between Golden Retriever, English Springer Spaniel, and Brittany. Which drools least?
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.
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The English Springer Spaniel is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Brittany is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency.
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Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between Golden Retriever, English Springer Spaniel, and Brittany. Which has least natural smell?

Medium

The Golden Retriever has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The English Springer Spaniel has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Brittany has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between Golden Retriever, English Springer Spaniel, and Brittany. How do their fur characteristics differ?
Silky
Wavy
Shiny
Straight
Feathered Feathered
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between Golden Retriever, English Springer Spaniel, and Brittany. Which requires most frequent baths?
2-3 weeks
Frequent. This breed has high-maintenance hair and may require a bath every 2-3 weeks.
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6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Golden Retriever or English Springer Spaniel or Brittany? Golden Retriever or English Springer Spaniel or {name3 shedding:
Golden Retriever dogs shed moderately.
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English Springer Spaniel dogs shed moderately.
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Brittany dogs are low shedders.
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Golden Retriever vs English Springer Spaniel vs Brittany Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility
Compare child-friendliness between Golden Retriever, English Springer Spaniel, and Brittany. Which is best with kids?
Golden Retriever dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
English Springer Spaniel dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Brittany dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Pet Compatibility
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Golden Retriever dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
English Springer Spaniel dogs are generally with other pets.
Brittany dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Golden Retriever or English Springer Spaniel or Brittany? Which dog is more friendly?
Golden Retriever dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
English Springer Spaniel dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Brittany dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Golden Retriever or English Springer Spaniel or Brittany?
Golden Retriever dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
English Springer Spaniel dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Brittany dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Golden Retriever or English Springer Spaniel or Brittany?
Golden Retriever dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
English Springer Spaniel dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Brittany dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Golden Retriever vs English Springer Spaniel vs Brittany?
Yes
Golden Retriever dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
English Springer Spaniel dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Brittany dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
Yes
Golden Retriever is one of the best dog breeds for office environment
No
English Springer Spaniel is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Brittany is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
Golden Retrievers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
English Springer Spaniels are usually recommended for elderly people.
Brittanys are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Golden Retriever vs English Springer Spaniel vs Brittany As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between Golden Retriever, English Springer Spaniel, and Brittany. Which is best suited for service work?

Yes

This breed makes good as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Therapy Work Suitability
Compare therapy dog potential between Golden Retriever, English Springer Spaniel, and Brittany. Which excels in therapy work?

Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between Golden Retriever, English Springer Spaniel, and Brittany. Which has best nose work ability?

Yes

After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.

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 & Rescue Potential
Compare search and rescue potential between Golden Retriever, English Springer Spaniel, and Brittany. Which is best for SAR work?

Yes

This breed would make an excellent 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.
Maritime Work Ability
Compare boating aptitude between Golden Retriever, English Springer Spaniel, and Brittany. Which is best suited for water work?

Yes

Golden Retriever breed usually likes being on a boat.
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Not really

English Springer Spaniel breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Brittany breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between Golden Retriever, English Springer Spaniel, and Brittany. Which is best for draft work?

Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Military Service Background
Compare military service history of Golden Retriever, English Springer Spaniel, and Brittany. Which has most military use?

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.

Golden Retriever vs English Springer Spaniel vs Brittany Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of Golden Retriever, English Springer Spaniel, and Brittany. Which has most puppies?
5-10 puppies 4-10 puppies 1-11 puppies, average 6
Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of Golden Retriever, English Springer Spaniel, and Brittany. Any breeding differences?
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Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between Golden Retriever, English Springer Spaniel, and Brittany. What's recommended?

Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Golden Retriever vs English Springer Spaniel vs Brittany Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for Golden Retriever, English Springer Spaniel, and Brittany. How are they classified?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1925 as a Sporting breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1910 as a Sporting breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1934 as a Sporting breed.
FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for Golden Retriever, English Springer Spaniel, and Brittany. How are they classified internationally?
Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Retrievers section. Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Flushing Dogs section. Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the Continental Pointing Dogs section.
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of Golden Retriever, English Springer Spaniel, and Brittany. Which has most recognition?
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
American Canine Registry
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
Canadian Canine Registry
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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