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Name	Goldendoodle	Shih-Poo	Golden Retriever
Origins	United States Canada	China Tibet	Scotland
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Curly Retriever Goldenpoo Curly Golden	Pooshi Shoodle	Golden Flat Coat Yellow Retriever
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Goldendoodle vs Shih-Poo vs Golden Retriever breed type comparison:	Cross Breed	Cross Breed	Purebred

Goldendoodle vs Shih-Poo vs Golden Retriever Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Goldendoodle or Shih-Poo or Golden Retriever? Which is the smallest dog, Goldendoodle or Shih-Poo or Golden Retriever?	Large	Small	Large
Weight Which is heavier, Goldendoodle or Shih-Poo or Shih-Poo? Goldendoodle vs Shih-Poo vs Golden Retriever weight comparison:	Miniature: 15-30 pounds (7-14 kg)Standard: 45-100 pounds (20-45 kg), Medium: 30-45 pounds (14-20 kg)	8-15 pounds (4-7 kg) 7-9 pounds (3-4 kg)	Male: 60-80 pounds (27-36 kg), Female: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Miniature: 22.5 pounds (10.5 kg)Standard: 72.5 pounds (32.5 kg), Medium: 37.5 pounds (17 kg)	11.5 pounds (5.5 kg)	Male: 70 pounds (31.5 kg), Female: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Goldendoodle or Shih-Poo or Golden Retriever? Goldendoodle vs Shih-Poo vs Golden Retriever height comparison:	13-24 inches (33-61 cm)	8-15 inches (20-38 cm)	Male: 22-24 inches (56-61cm), Female: 20-22 inches (51-56 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	18.5 inches (47 cm)	11.5 inches (29 cm)	Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 21 inches (53.5 cm)

Goldendoodle vs Shih-Poo vs Golden Retriever Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Goldendoodle or Shih-Poo or Golden Retriever? Which is more expensive?	$600-$800	$800-$1200	$1000-$2000
Availability Which is easier to get, Goldendoodle or Shih-Poo or Golden Retriever?	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.	Frequent: The Shih-Poo is easier than average to get.	Very frequent: The Golden Retriever is quite easy to get.

Goldendoodle vs Shih-Poo vs Golden Retriever Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Goldendoodle vs Shih-Poo vs Golden Retriever intelligence:	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Smart: The Shih-Poo dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Outstanding: Golden Retriever is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Goldendoodle vs Shih-Poo vs Golden Retriever trainability comparison.	Goldendoodle dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Shih-Poo dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Golden Retriever dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Goldendoodle or Shih-Poo or Golden Retriever?	Goldendoodle dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Shih-Poo dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Golden Retriever dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Goldendoodle or Shih-Poo or Golden Retriever? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Goldendoodle dogs are not the best to protect their territory. See more.	Shih-Poo dogs are average defenders. See more.	Golden Retriever dogs are average defenders. See more.
Guard Dog Breeds List

Goldendoodle vs Shih-Poo vs Golden Retriever Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Goldendoodle or Shih-Poo or Golden Retriever? Goldendoodle vs Shih-Poo vs Golden Retriever behavior/temperament comparison:	Energetic Intelligent Friendly Trainable	Intelligent Loyal Sweet Companionable	Intelligent Confident Friendly Reliable Kind Trustworthy
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	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.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Goldendoodle vs Shih-Poo vs Golden Retriever?	High: Goldendoodle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Shih-Poo 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.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Goldendoodle vs Shih-Poo vs Golden Retriever social needs comparison:	Goldendoodle dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Shih-Poo dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Golden Retriever dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Goldendoodle dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Shih-Poo dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Golden Retriever dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Goldendoodle dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.	Shih-Poo dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. 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.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Goldendoodle vs Shih-Poo vs Golden Retriever Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Goldendoodle vs Shih-Poo vs Golden Retriever playfulness comparison:	The Goldendoodle is a playful breed. See more.	The Shih-Poo is a playful breed. See more.	The Golden Retriever is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Goldendoodle vs Shih-Poo vs Golden Retriever?	Average: The Goldendoodle barks occasionally. See more.	Low to Average: The Shih-Poo rarely barks. See more.	Low to Average: The Golden Retriever rarely barks. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Goldendoodle or Shih-Poo or Golden Retriever?	Very house-friendly dog the Goldendoodle breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Shih-Poo breed.	It is not recommended to keep the Golden Retriever breed in the home.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Goldendoodle vs Shih-Poo vs Golden Retriever Adaptability and Independence Comparison

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

Goldendoodle vs Shih-Poo vs Golden Retriever Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Goldendoodle or Shih-Poo or Golden Retriever?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Goldendoodle bite force: Ordinary.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Shih-Poo bite force: Weak.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Golden Retriever 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 Goldendoodle has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Shih-Poo has a low chance of biting somebody.	Moderate ⏺ The Golden Retriever has an average chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Goldendoodle vs Shih-Poo vs Golden Retriever mouthiness comparison:	Goldendoodle dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Shih-Poo dogs have an 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 vs Shih-Poo vs Golden Retriever Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Goldendoodle vs Shih-Poo vs Golden Retriever health comparison. Which is the healthier: Goldendoodle vs Shih-Poo vs Golden Retriever?	Goldendoodles are commonly healthy dogs.	The Shih-Poo is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Golden Retrievers are commonly healthy dogs.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Goldendoodle vs Shih-Poo vs Golden Retriever? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Goldendoodle vs Shih-Poo vs Golden Retriever health problems comparison:	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Allergies Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Bloat Addison's Disease Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis	Heatstroke Dental Problems	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Allergies Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Bloat Epilepsy Elbow Dysplasia Osteochondrosis Dissecans Hemangiosarcoma Osteosarcoma Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Rare The Goldendoodle should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Average The Shih-Poo should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Rare The Golden Retriever should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Goldendoodle vs Shih-Poo vs Golden Retriever lifespan comparison. How long do Goldendoodle, Shih-Poo and Golden Retriever breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	9-15 years The average lifespan of Goldendoodle: 12 years	14-16 years The average lifespan of Shih-Poo: 15 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Golden Retriever: 11 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Goldendoodle vs Shih-Poo vs Golden Retriever?	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Shih-Poo can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. 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.

Goldendoodle vs Shih-Poo vs Golden Retriever Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Goldendoodle or Shih-Poo or Golden Retriever? Goldendoodle vs Shih-Poo vs Golden Retriever energy level comparison:	Goldendoodle dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Shih-Poo dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.	Golden Retriever dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Goldendoodle vs Shih-Poo vs Golden Retriever exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Goldendoodle or Shih-Poo or Golden Retriever? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Goldendoodle dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Shih-Poo dogs have an average exercise need.	Golden Retriever dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Goldendoodle or Shih-Poo or Golden Retriever?	Goldendoodle dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Shih-Poo dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	Golden Retriever dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Goldendoodle vs Shih-Poo vs Golden Retriever Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Goldendoodle or Shih-Poo or Golden Retriever?	1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three meals.	1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	3 to 4 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Goldendoodle vs Shih-Poo vs Golden Retriever weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Goldendoodle has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Shih-Poo's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	High: The Golden Retriever breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Goldendoodle vs Shih-Poo vs Golden Retriever Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Goldendoodle vs Shih-Poo vs Golden Retriever coat comparison:	Curly Wavy Smooth Straight	Curly Straight Curly & Straight	Silky Wavy Shiny Straight
Colors What are the original Goldendoodle, Shih-Poo and Golden Retriever color?	Black Gray Red White Brown Yellow	Black White Brown Brindle Various combinations	Golden Light
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Goldendoodle or Shih-Poo or Golden Retriever? Goldendoodle vs Shih-Poo vs Golden Retriever grooming comparison:	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Easy to groom: The Shih-Poo doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Average: The Golden Retriever requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Goldendoodle or Shih-Poo or Golden Retriever? Goldendoodle or Shih-Poo or {name3 shedding:	Goldendoodle dogs shed moderately. See more.	Shih-Poo dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Golden Retriever 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: Goldendoodle or Shih-Poo or Golden Retriever?	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.	2-3 weeks Frequent. This breed has high-maintenance hair and may require a bath every 2-3 weeks. See more.
Hypoallergenic Goldendoodle vs Shih-Poo vs Golden Retriever hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	Yes See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Goldendoodle vs Shih-Poo vs Golden Retriever?	Low 🔽 The Goldendoodle has a low chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Shih-Poo has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Golden Retriever has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Goldendoodle is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Shih-Poo is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Golden Retriever drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed. See more.

Goldendoodle vs Shih-Poo vs Golden Retriever Good With Comparison

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

Goldendoodle vs Shih-Poo vs Golden Retriever 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.	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Goldendoodle or Shih-Poo or Golden Retriever? 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.	Yes This breed makes a perfect 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.	Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.
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.	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.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Goldendoodle vs Shih-Poo vs Golden Retriever?	Not really Goldendoodle breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Shih-Poo breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Yes Golden Retriever breed usually likes 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.

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

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1925 as a Sporting breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Not recognized by FCI.	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Retrievers section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	Dog Registry of America Inc. American Canine Hybrid Club Designer Breed Registry Designer Dogs Kennel Club International Designer Canine Registry	Not recognized by any clubs.	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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