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Portuguese Water Dog vs Tibetan Terrier vs Golden Retriever Comparison - Dog breed selector: Cao De Agua or Dokhi Apso or Golden Flat Coat? Find the right dog for you

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Name Portuguese Water Dog Tibetan Terrier Golden Retriever
OriginsPortugal flagPortugal Tibet flagTibet Scotland flagScotland
Group Working Dogs Companion Dogs Gun Dog
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Cao De Agua
Portie
Water Dog
Dokhi Apso
Tsang Apso
Golden Flat Coat
Yellow Retriever
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Portuguese Water Dog vs Tibetan Terrier vs Golden Retriever breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Portuguese Water Dog vs Tibetan Terrier vs Golden Retriever Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Portuguese Water Dog or Tibetan Terrier or Golden Retriever? Which is the smallest dog, Portuguese Water Dog or Tibetan Terrier or Golden Retriever?
Medium Medium Large
Weight
Which is heavier, Portuguese Water Dog or Tibetan Terrier or Tibetan Terrier? Portuguese Water Dog vs Tibetan Terrier vs Golden Retriever weight comparison:
Male: 42-55 pounds (19-25 kg), Female: 35-49 pounds (16-22 kg) 18-30 pounds (8.2-13.6 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?
Male: 48.5 pounds (22 kg), Female: 42 pounds (19 kg) 24 pounds (8.2-13.6 kg) Male: 70 pounds (31.5 kg), Female: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Portuguese Water Dog or Tibetan Terrier or Golden Retriever? Portuguese Water Dog vs Tibetan Terrier vs Golden Retriever height comparison:
Male: 20-22 inches (50-57 cm), Female: 17-20 inches (43-52 cm) 14-17 inches (36-43 cm) Male: 22-24 inches (56-61cm), Female: 20-22 inches (51-56 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 21 inches (53.5 cm), Female: 18.5 inches (47.5 cm) 15.5 inches (39.5 cm) Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 21 inches (53.5 cm)

Portuguese Water Dog vs Tibetan Terrier vs Golden Retriever Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Portuguese Water Dog or Tibetan Terrier or Golden Retriever? Which is more expensive?
$2500-$2800 $1200-$2000 $1000-$2000
Availability
Which is easier to get, Portuguese Water Dog or Tibetan Terrier or Golden Retriever?
Very frequent: The Portuguese Water Dog is quite easy to get.
Frequent: The Tibetan Terrier is easier than average to get.
Very frequent: The Golden Retriever is quite easy to get.

Portuguese Water Dog vs Tibetan Terrier vs Golden Retriever Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Portuguese Water Dog vs Tibetan Terrier vs Golden Retriever intelligence:
Smart: The Portuguese Water Dog dogs have great intelligence.
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Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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Outstanding: Golden Retriever is one of the brightest dog breeds.
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Trainability
Portuguese Water Dog vs Tibetan Terrier vs Golden Retriever trainability comparison.
Portuguese Water Dog dogs are easy to train.
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Tibetan Terrier dogs are quite easy to train.
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Golden Retriever dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Portuguese Water Dog or Tibetan Terrier or Golden Retriever?
Portuguese Water Dog dogs are good watchdogs.
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Tibetan Terrier dogs are average watchdogs.
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Golden Retriever dogs are average watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Portuguese Water Dog or Tibetan Terrier or Golden Retriever? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Portuguese Water Dog dogs are average defenders.
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Tibetan Terrier dogs are average defenders.
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Golden Retriever dogs are average defenders.
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Portuguese Water Dog vs Tibetan Terrier vs Golden Retriever Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Portuguese Water Dog or Tibetan Terrier or Golden Retriever? Portuguese Water Dog vs Tibetan Terrier vs Golden Retriever behavior/temperament comparison:
Intelligent
Docile
Obedient
Brave
Impetuous
Quarrelsome
Energetic
Sensitive
Intelligent
Affectionate
Gentle
Reserved
Amiable
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.
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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Golden Retriever dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Portuguese Water Dog vs Tibetan Terrier vs Golden Retriever?
High: Portuguese Water Dog dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Tibetan Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Golden Retriever dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Portuguese Water Dog vs Tibetan Terrier vs Golden Retriever social needs comparison:
Portuguese Water Dog dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Tibetan Terrier dogs are a social breed.
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Golden Retriever dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Portuguese Water Dog dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Tibetan Terrier dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Golden Retriever 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?
Portuguese Water Dog 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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Tibetan Terrier 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 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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Portuguese Water Dog vs Tibetan Terrier vs Golden Retriever Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Portuguese Water Dog vs Tibetan Terrier vs Golden Retriever playfulness comparison:
The Portuguese Water Dog is a playful breed.
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The Tibetan Terrier is a playful breed.
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The Golden Retriever is a highly playful breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Portuguese Water Dog vs Tibetan Terrier vs Golden Retriever?
Low to Average: The Portuguese Water Dog rarely barks.
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Low to Average: The Tibetan Terrier rarely barks.
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Low to Average: The Golden Retriever rarely barks.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Portuguese Water Dog or Tibetan Terrier or Golden Retriever?
Apartment-friendly dog the Portuguese Water Dog breed.
Very house-friendly dog the Tibetan Terrier breed.
It is not recommended to keep the Golden Retriever breed in the home.

Portuguese Water Dog vs Tibetan Terrier vs Golden Retriever Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
Portuguese Water Dog dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tibetan Terrier 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: Portuguese Water Dog or Tibetan Terrier or Golden Retriever?
Portuguese Water Dog dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
Tibetan Terrier 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.

Portuguese Water Dog vs Tibetan Terrier vs Golden Retriever Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Portuguese Water Dog or Tibetan Terrier or Golden Retriever?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Portuguese Water Dog bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Tibetan Terrier bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Golden Retriever bite force: Ordinary.
Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:

Low 🔽

The Portuguese Water Dog has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Tibetan Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.

Moderate

The Golden Retriever has an average chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Portuguese Water Dog vs Tibetan Terrier vs Golden Retriever mouthiness comparison:
Portuguese Water Dog dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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Tibetan Terrier dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Golden Retriever dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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Portuguese Water Dog vs Tibetan Terrier vs Golden Retriever Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Portuguese Water Dog vs Tibetan Terrier vs Golden Retriever health comparison. Which is the healthier: Portuguese Water Dog vs Tibetan Terrier vs Golden Retriever?
The Portuguese Water Dog is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The Tibetan Terrier is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Golden Retrievers are commonly healthy dogs.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Portuguese Water Dog vs Tibetan Terrier vs Golden Retriever? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Portuguese Water Dog vs Tibetan Terrier vs Golden Retriever health problems comparison:
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Entropion
Ectropion
Distichiasis
Persistent Pupillary Membranes
Addison's Disease
Megaesophagus
Irritable Bowel Disease (ibd)
Abnormally Small Eyes
GM-1 Storage Disease
Juvenile Dilated Cardiomyopathy
Gastrointestinal Diseases
Colitis
Hemorrhagic Gastroenteritis
Lymphangiectasia
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Patellar Luxation
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Hyperthyroidism
Distichiasis
Lens Luxation
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?
Average
The Portuguese Water Dog should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Average
The Tibetan Terrier 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).
Life Expectancy
Portuguese Water Dog vs Tibetan Terrier vs Golden Retriever lifespan comparison. How long do Portuguese Water Dog, Tibetan Terrier and Golden Retriever breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
10-14 years
The average lifespan of Portuguese Water Dog: 12 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Tibetan Terrier: 13 years
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Golden Retriever: 11 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Portuguese Water Dog vs Tibetan Terrier vs Golden Retriever?
Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Portuguese Water Dog can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Tibetan Terrier can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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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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Portuguese Water Dog vs Tibetan Terrier vs Golden Retriever Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Portuguese Water Dog or Tibetan Terrier or Golden Retriever? Portuguese Water Dog vs Tibetan Terrier vs Golden Retriever energy level comparison:
Portuguese Water Dog dogs are high-energy dogs.
Tibetan Terrier dogs are high-energy dogs.
Golden Retriever dogs are high-energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Portuguese Water Dog vs Tibetan Terrier vs Golden Retriever exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Portuguese Water Dog or Tibetan Terrier or Golden Retriever? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Portuguese Water Dog dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Tibetan Terrier dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Golden Retriever dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Portuguese Water Dog or Tibetan Terrier or Golden Retriever?
Portuguese Water Dog dogs don't need too much sleep.
Tibetan Terrier dogs don't need too much sleep.
Golden Retriever dogs don't need too much sleep.

Portuguese Water Dog vs Tibetan Terrier vs Golden Retriever Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Portuguese Water Dog or Tibetan Terrier or Golden Retriever?
2 to 2.5 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. Recommended daily amount: 1 1/8 to 1 3/8 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, divided into two meals. 3 to 4 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Portuguese Water Dog vs Tibetan Terrier vs Golden Retriever weight gain potential comparison:
Average: The Portuguese Water Dog has an average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Tibetan Terrier has an average risk for obesity.
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High: The Golden Retriever breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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Portuguese Water Dog vs Tibetan Terrier vs Golden Retriever Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Portuguese Water Dog vs Tibetan Terrier vs Golden Retriever coat comparison:
Curly Thick
Smooth
Silky
Wavy
Shiny
Straight
Colors
What are the original Portuguese Water Dog, Tibetan Terrier and Golden Retriever color?
Black
White
Brown
Black
Gray
White
Silver
Golden
Light
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Portuguese Water Dog or Tibetan Terrier or Golden Retriever? Portuguese Water Dog vs Tibetan Terrier vs Golden Retriever grooming comparison:
Average: The Portuguese Water Dog requires average grooming effort.
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Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition.
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Average: The Golden Retriever requires average grooming effort.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Portuguese Water Dog or Tibetan Terrier or Golden Retriever? Portuguese Water Dog or Tibetan Terrier or {name3 shedding:
Portuguese Water Dog dogs shed none to minimal.
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Tibetan Terrier dogs shed none to minimal.
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Golden Retriever dogs shed moderately.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Portuguese Water Dog or Tibetan Terrier or Golden Retriever?
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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6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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2-3 weeks
Frequent. This breed has high-maintenance hair and may require a bath every 2-3 weeks.
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Hypoallergenic
Portuguese Water Dog vs Tibetan Terrier vs Golden Retriever 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, Portuguese Water Dog vs Tibetan Terrier vs Golden Retriever?

Low 🔽

The Portuguese Water Dog has a low chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Tibetan Terrier has an average 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 Portuguese Water Dog is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Tibetan Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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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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Portuguese Water Dog vs Tibetan Terrier vs Golden Retriever Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Portuguese Water Dog dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Tibetan Terrier dogs are generally with other pets.
Golden Retriever dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Portuguese Water Dog or Tibetan Terrier or Golden Retriever? Which dog is more friendly?
Portuguese Water Dog dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Tibetan Terrier dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Golden Retriever dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Portuguese Water Dog or Tibetan Terrier or Golden Retriever?
Portuguese Water Dog dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Tibetan Terrier dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.
Golden Retriever dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Portuguese Water Dog or Tibetan Terrier or Golden Retriever?
Portuguese Water Dog dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Tibetan Terrier dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Golden Retriever dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Portuguese Water Dog or Tibetan Terrier or Golden Retriever?
Portuguese Water Dog dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Tibetan Terrier dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Golden Retriever dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Portuguese Water Dog vs Tibetan Terrier vs Golden Retriever?
Yes
Portuguese Water Dog dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Tibetan Terrier 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
Portuguese Water Dog is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Tibetan Terrier 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?
Portuguese Water Dogs are usually recommended for elderly people.
Tibetan Terriers are commonly okay with elderly people.
Golden Retrievers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Portuguese Water Dog vs Tibetan Terrier 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.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Yes

This breed makes good as a service dog.
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Therapy Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: Portuguese Water Dog or Tibetan Terrier or Golden Retriever? Which is better for autism?

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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Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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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: Portuguese Water Dog vs Tibetan Terrier vs Golden Retriever?

Yes

Portuguese Water Dog breed usually likes being on a boat.
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Not really

Tibetan Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Yes

Golden Retriever breed usually likes 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.

Portuguese Water Dog vs Tibetan Terrier 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.
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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 Portuguese Water Dog and Tibetan Terrier and Golden Retriever have?
4-8 puppies 4-6 puppies 5-10 puppies

Portuguese Water Dog vs Tibetan Terrier vs Golden Retriever Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1983 as a Hound breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1973 as a Non-Sporting breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1925 as a Sporting breed.
FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI?
Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Water Dogs section. Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Tibetan breeds section. 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?
American Kennel Club
Canadian Kennel Club
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Australian National Kennel Council
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
The 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
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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