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

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Name Golden Retriever English Springer Spaniel Old English Sheepdog
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Golden Flat Coat
Yellow Retriever
Springer Spaniel Bobtail
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Golden Retriever vs English Springer Spaniel vs Old English Sheepdog breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Golden Retriever vs English Springer Spaniel vs Old English Sheepdog Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Golden Retriever or English Springer Spaniel or Old English Sheepdog? Which is the smallest dog, Golden Retriever or English Springer Spaniel or Old English Sheepdog?
Large Medium Large
Weight
Which is heavier, Golden Retriever or English Springer Spaniel or English Springer Spaniel? Golden Retriever vs English Springer Spaniel vs Old English Sheepdog weight comparison:
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: from 65 pounds (29 kg), Female: from 60 pounds (27 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: from 65 pounds (29 kg), Female: from 60 pounds (27 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Golden Retriever or English Springer Spaniel or Old English Sheepdog? Golden Retriever vs English Springer Spaniel vs Old English Sheepdog 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: 22-24 inches (56-61 cm), Female: 20-22 inches (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: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 21 inches (51 cm)

Golden Retriever vs English Springer Spaniel vs Old English Sheepdog Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Golden Retriever or English Springer Spaniel or Old English Sheepdog? Which is more expensive?
$1000-$2000 $700-$800 $1200-$1500
Availability
Which is easier to get, Golden Retriever or English Springer Spaniel or Old English Sheepdog?
Very frequent: The Golden Retriever is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The English Springer Spaniel is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Old English Sheepdog is quite easy to get.

Golden Retriever vs English Springer Spaniel vs Old English Sheepdog Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Golden Retriever vs English Springer Spaniel vs Old English Sheepdog intelligence:
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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Smart: The Old English Sheepdog dogs have great intelligence.
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Trainability
Golden Retriever vs English Springer Spaniel vs Old English Sheepdog trainability comparison.
Golden Retriever dogs are easy to train.
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English Springer Spaniel dogs are easy to train.
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Old English Sheepdog dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Golden Retriever or English Springer Spaniel or Old English Sheepdog?
Golden Retriever dogs are average watchdogs.
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English Springer Spaniel dogs are average watchdogs.
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Old English Sheepdog dogs are good watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Golden Retriever or English Springer Spaniel or Old English Sheepdog? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Golden Retriever dogs are average defenders.
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English Springer Spaniel dogs are average defenders.
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Old English Sheepdog dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Golden Retriever vs English Springer Spaniel vs Old English Sheepdog Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Golden Retriever or English Springer Spaniel or Old English Sheepdog? Golden Retriever vs English Springer Spaniel vs Old English Sheepdog behavior/temperament comparison:
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Reliable
Kind
Trustworthy
Playful
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Affectionate
Social
Cheerful
Playful
Funny
Loving
Protective
Intelligent
Sociable
Adaptable
Bubbly
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: Old English Sheepdog 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 Old English Sheepdog?
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: Old English Sheepdog 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 Old English Sheepdog 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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Old English Sheepdog 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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Old English Sheepdog dogs tend to escape less than other breeds.
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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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Old English Sheepdog dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals.
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Golden Retriever vs English Springer Spaniel vs Old English Sheepdog Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Golden Retriever vs English Springer Spaniel vs Old English Sheepdog playfulness comparison:
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 Old English Sheepdog is a playful breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Golden Retriever vs English Springer Spaniel vs Old English Sheepdog?
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 Old English Sheepdog barks occasionally.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Golden Retriever or English Springer Spaniel or Old English Sheepdog?
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 Old English Sheepdog indoors.

Golden Retriever vs English Springer Spaniel vs Old English Sheepdog Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
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.
Old English Sheepdog dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Golden Retriever or English Springer Spaniel or Old English Sheepdog?
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.
Old English Sheepdog 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 Old English Sheepdog Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Golden Retriever or English Springer Spaniel or Old English Sheepdog?

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

Old English Sheepdog bite force: Ordinary.
Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:

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 Old English Sheepdog has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Golden Retriever vs English Springer Spaniel vs Old English Sheepdog mouthiness comparison:
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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Old English Sheepdog dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Golden Retriever vs English Springer Spaniel vs Old English Sheepdog Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Golden Retriever vs English Springer Spaniel vs Old English Sheepdog health comparison. Which is the healthier: Golden Retriever vs English Springer Spaniel vs Old English Sheepdog?
Golden Retrievers are commonly healthy dogs.
English Springer Spaniels are commonly healthy dogs.
The Old English Sheepdog is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Golden Retriever vs English Springer Spaniel vs Old English Sheepdog? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Golden Retriever vs English Springer Spaniel vs Old English Sheepdog 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)
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Deafness
Entropion
Diabetes
Heat Intolerance
Veterinarian Visits
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 Old English Sheepdog should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Life Expectancy
Golden Retriever vs English Springer Spaniel vs Old English Sheepdog lifespan comparison. How long do Golden Retriever, English Springer Spaniel and Old English Sheepdog breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Golden Retriever: 11 years
10-14 years
The average lifespan of English Springer Spaniel: 12 years
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Old English Sheepdog: 11 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Golden Retriever vs English Springer Spaniel vs Old English Sheepdog?
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 Old English Sheepdog can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Golden Retriever vs English Springer Spaniel vs Old English Sheepdog Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Golden Retriever or English Springer Spaniel or Old English Sheepdog? Golden Retriever vs English Springer Spaniel vs Old English Sheepdog energy level comparison:
Golden Retriever dogs are high-energy dogs.
English Springer Spaniel dogs are high-energy dogs.
Old English Sheepdog dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Golden Retriever vs English Springer Spaniel vs Old English Sheepdog exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Golden Retriever or English Springer Spaniel or Old English Sheepdog? 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.
Old English Sheepdog dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Golden Retriever or English Springer Spaniel or Old English Sheepdog?
Golden Retriever dogs don't need too much sleep.
English Springer Spaniel dogs don't need too much sleep.
Old English Sheepdog dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.

Golden Retriever vs English Springer Spaniel vs Old English Sheepdog Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Golden Retriever or English Springer Spaniel or Old English Sheepdog?
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. Recommended daily amount: 2.5 to 4.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Golden Retriever vs English Springer Spaniel vs Old English Sheepdog weight gain potential comparison:
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 to High: If you don't pay attention to the Old English Sheepdog's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Golden Retriever vs English Springer Spaniel vs Old English Sheepdog Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Golden Retriever vs English Springer Spaniel vs Old English Sheepdog coat comparison:
Silky
Wavy
Shiny
Straight
Feathered Waterproof
Shaggy
Double
Colors
What are the original Golden Retriever, English Springer Spaniel and Old English Sheepdog color?
Golden
Light
Black
Tan
White
Liver
Gray
Blue
White
Grizzle
Merle
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Golden Retriever or English Springer Spaniel or Old English Sheepdog? Golden Retriever vs English Springer Spaniel vs Old English Sheepdog grooming comparison:
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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Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Golden Retriever or English Springer Spaniel or Old English Sheepdog? 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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Old English Sheepdog dogs are heavy shedders.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Golden Retriever or English Springer Spaniel or Old English Sheepdog?
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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3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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Hypoallergenic
Golden Retriever vs English Springer Spaniel vs Old English Sheepdog hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?
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Stinkiness
Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Golden Retriever vs English Springer Spaniel vs Old English Sheepdog?

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 Old English Sheepdog has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the 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 Old English Sheepdog is a big drooler, so if you're disgusted by slobber spots on your clothes, you should choose a dog from another breed.
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Golden Retriever vs English Springer Spaniel vs Old English Sheepdog Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
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.
Old English Sheepdog dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Golden Retriever or English Springer Spaniel or Old English Sheepdog? Which dog is more friendly?
Golden Retriever dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
English Springer Spaniel dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Old English Sheepdog dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Golden Retriever or English Springer Spaniel or Old English Sheepdog?
Golden Retriever dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
English Springer Spaniel dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Old English Sheepdog dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Golden Retriever or English Springer Spaniel or Old English Sheepdog?
Golden Retriever dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
English Springer Spaniel dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Old English Sheepdog dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Golden Retriever or English Springer Spaniel or Old English Sheepdog?
Golden Retriever dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
English Springer Spaniel dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Old English Sheepdog dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Golden Retriever vs English Springer Spaniel vs Old English Sheepdog?
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
Old English Sheepdog 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
Old English Sheepdog 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.
Old English Sheepdogs are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Golden Retriever vs English Springer Spaniel vs Old English Sheepdog As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog
Which one could be a service dog?

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 Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: Golden Retriever or English Springer Spaniel or Old English Sheepdog? Which is better for autism?

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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Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog
Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?

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 and Rescue Dog (SAR)
Which one could be a search and rescue dog?

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.
Boat and Sailor Dog
Which one could be a boat dog: Golden Retriever vs English Springer Spaniel vs Old English Sheepdog?

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

Old English Sheepdog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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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.
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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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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.

Golden Retriever vs English Springer Spaniel vs Old English Sheepdog Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length 60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency

Once a year.

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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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Litter Size
How many puppies can Golden Retriever and English Springer Spaniel and Old English Sheepdog have?
5-10 puppies 4-10 puppies 5-8 puppies

Golden Retriever vs English Springer Spaniel vs Old English Sheepdog Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
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 1888 as a Herding breed.
FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI?
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 Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section.
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
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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