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Name	Small Munsterlander	Brittany	Golden Retriever
Origins	Germany	France	Scotland
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Group	Gun Dog	Gun Dog	Gun Dog
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Common Names & Aliases Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Small Munsterlander, Brittany, and Golden Retriever breeds.	Heidewachtel Munster Munsterlander Small Munsterlander Spion Vorstehhund Kleiner Münsterländer	American Brittany Brittany Spaniel Epagneul Breton	Golden Flat Coat Yellow Retriever
Breed Classification How do breed classifications differ between Small Munsterlander, Brittany, and Golden Retriever? Compare their breeding categories.	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Small Munsterlander vs Brittany vs Golden Retriever Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Compare size differences between Small Munsterlander, Brittany, and Golden Retriever. Which breed is the largest?	Medium	Medium	Large
Weight Statistics How do weights compare between Small Munsterlander, Brittany, and Golden Retriever? Compare adult weight ranges.	Male: 45–60 pounds (20–27 kg), Female: 35–50 pounds (16–23 kg)	Male: 35-40 pounds (16-18 kg), Females: 30-40 pounds (14-18 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: 52.5 pounds (24.5 kg), Female: 45 pounds (20.5 kg)	Male: 37.5 pounds (17 kg), Females: 35 pounds (16 kg)	Male: 70 pounds (31.5 kg), Female: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Small Munsterlander or Brittany or Golden Retriever? Small Munsterlander vs Brittany vs Golden Retriever height comparison:	Male: 20–22 inches (50–56 cm), Female: 19–21 inches (48–54 cm)	Male: 17-21 inches (43-53 cm), Female: 18-20 inches (46-51 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: 21.5 inches (56.5 cm), Female: 20.5 inches (53.5 cm)	Male: 19 inches (48 cm), Female: 19 inches (48.5 cm)	Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 21 inches (53.5 cm)

Small Munsterlander vs Brittany vs Golden Retriever Price and Availability Comparison

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

Small Munsterlander vs Brittany vs Golden Retriever Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Compare intelligence levels between Small Munsterlander, Brittany, and Golden Retriever. Which breed ranks highest?	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Very smart: Brittany is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Outstanding: Golden Retriever is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Training Difficulty Compare training difficulty levels between Small Munsterlander, Brittany, and Golden Retriever. Which is easiest to train?	Small Munsterlander dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Brittany dogs are easy to train. See more.	Golden Retriever dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Rating Compare watchdog abilities of Small Munsterlander, Brittany, and Golden Retriever. Which breed is most alert?	Small Munsterlander dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Brittany dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Golden Retriever dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Compare territorial instincts between Small Munsterlander, Brittany, and Golden Retriever. Which breed is most protective?	Small Munsterlander dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Brittany dogs are average defenders. See more.	Golden Retriever dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Small Munsterlander vs Brittany vs Golden Retriever Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits How do personalities differ between Small Munsterlander, Brittany, and Golden Retriever? Compare temperaments.	Happy Intelligent Affectionate Strong Willed Attentive Trainable	Independent Alert Intelligent Responsive Social	Intelligent Confident Friendly Reliable Kind Trustworthy
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Sensitive: Small Munsterlander dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	Sensitive: Brittany dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. 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: Small Munsterlander vs Brittany vs Golden Retriever?	High: Small Munsterlander dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Brittany 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 Small Munsterlander vs Brittany vs Golden Retriever social needs comparison:	Small Munsterlander dogs are a social breed. See more.	Brittany 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?	The wanderlust potential of the Small Munsterlander is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Brittany is strong enough to escape from home. 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?	Small Munsterlander 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.	Brittany dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. 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

Small Munsterlander vs Brittany vs Golden Retriever Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Compare barking frequencies of Small Munsterlander, Brittany, and Golden Retriever. Which breed is most vocal?	Average: The Small Munsterlander barks occasionally. See more.	Average: The Brittany barks occasionally. See more.	Low to Average: The Golden Retriever rarely barks. See more.
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Playful Nature Compare playfulness levels between Small Munsterlander, Brittany, and Golden Retriever. Which breed is most playful?	The Small Munsterlander is a playful breed. See more.	The Brittany is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Golden Retriever is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Compare apartment suitability of Small Munsterlander, Brittany, and Golden Retriever. Which adapts best to small spaces?	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Small Munsterlander 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.	It is not recommended to keep the Golden Retriever breed in the home.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Small Munsterlander vs Brittany vs Golden Retriever Adaptability and Independence Comparison

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

Small Munsterlander vs Brittany vs Golden Retriever Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Compare biting potential between Small Munsterlander, Brittany, and Golden Retriever. Which has lowest bite risk?	Low 🔽 The Small Munsterlander has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Brittany has a low chance of biting somebody.	Moderate ⏺ The Golden Retriever has an average chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Compare mouthing tendencies between Small Munsterlander, Brittany, and Golden Retriever. Which uses mouth most during play?	Small Munsterlander dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Brittany 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.
Bite Strength Rating Compare bite forces between Small Munsterlander, Brittany, and Golden Retriever. Which has the strongest bite?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Small Munsterlander bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Brittany bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Golden Retriever bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force

Small Munsterlander vs Brittany vs Golden Retriever Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Compare life expectancies of Small Munsterlander, Brittany, and Golden Retriever. Which breed lives longest?	12-14 years The average lifespan of Small Munsterlander: 13 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Brittany: 13 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Golden Retriever: 11 years
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Climate Tolerance Compare weather adaptability between Small Munsterlander, Brittany, and Golden Retriever. 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. See more.	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. 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.
Health Concerns Compare health problems common in Small Munsterlander, Brittany, and Golden Retriever. Which has fewer health issues?	Small Munsterlanders tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	The Brittany is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Golden Retrievers are commonly healthy dogs.
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Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Frequent The Small Munsterlander should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Average The Brittany 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
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Small Munsterlander vs Brittany vs Golden Retriever? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Small Munsterlander vs Brittany vs Golden Retriever health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Skin Irritation Ear Infections Vision Problems	Hip Dysplasia Hypothyroidism Epilepsy	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Allergies Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Bloat Epilepsy Elbow Dysplasia Osteochondrosis Dissecans Hemangiosarcoma Osteosarcoma Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis

Small Munsterlander vs Brittany vs Golden Retriever Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Small Munsterlander vs Brittany vs Golden Retriever Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Compare weight gain tendencies between Small Munsterlander, Brittany, and Golden Retriever. Which is most prone to obesity?	Average: The Small Munsterlander has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Brittany has an average risk for obesity. See more.	High: The Golden Retriever breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity
Food Consumption Compare food requirements between Small Munsterlander, Brittany, and Golden Retriever. Which needs most food?	1.5 to 2.5 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.	3 to 4 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot

Small Munsterlander vs Brittany vs Golden Retriever Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Small Munsterlander, Brittany, and Golden Retriever. Which is best for allergy sufferers?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Coat Colors Compare color variations between Small Munsterlander, Brittany, and Golden Retriever. What colors are available?	White & Brown	White Orange Liver Roan	Golden Light
Grooming Requirements Compare grooming needs between Small Munsterlander, Brittany, and Golden Retriever. Which requires most maintenance?	Average: The Small Munsterlander requires average grooming effort. See more.	Easy to groom: The Brittany 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
Drooling Tendency Compare drooling tendencies between Small Munsterlander, Brittany, and Golden Retriever. Which drools least?	The Small Munsterlander is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Brittany is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The Golden Retriever drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Compare odor levels between Small Munsterlander, Brittany, and Golden Retriever. Which has least natural smell?	Low 🔽 The Small Munsterlander has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Brittany has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Golden Retriever has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics Compare coat types between Small Munsterlander, Brittany, and Golden Retriever. How do their fur characteristics differ?	Dense Thick	Feathered	Silky Wavy Shiny Straight
Bathing Needs Compare bathing needs between Small Munsterlander, Brittany, and Golden Retriever. Which requires most frequent baths?	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	2-3 weeks Frequent. This breed has high-maintenance hair and may require a bath every 2-3 weeks. See more.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Small Munsterlander or Brittany or Golden Retriever? Small Munsterlander or Brittany or {name3 shedding:	Small Munsterlander dogs shed moderately. See more.	Brittany dogs are low shedders. See more.	Golden Retriever dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most

Small Munsterlander vs Brittany vs Golden Retriever Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Compare child-friendliness between Small Munsterlander, Brittany, and Golden Retriever. Which is best with kids?	Small Munsterlander dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Brittany dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Golden Retriever dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
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Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Small Munsterlander dogs are generally with other pets.	Brittany dogs are generally with other pets.	Golden Retriever dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Small Munsterlander or Brittany or Golden Retriever? Which dog is more friendly?	Small Munsterlander dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Brittany dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Golden Retriever dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Small Munsterlander or Brittany or Golden Retriever?	Small Munsterlander dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Brittany 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 Small Munsterlander or Brittany or Golden Retriever?	Small Munsterlander dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Brittany dogs are very 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: Small Munsterlander vs Brittany vs Golden Retriever?	Yes Small Munsterlander 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.	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 Small Munsterlander is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Brittany 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?	Small Munsterlanders are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Brittanys are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Golden Retrievers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Small Munsterlander vs Brittany vs Golden Retriever As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Compare service dog potential between Small Munsterlander, Brittany, and Golden Retriever. Which is best suited for service work?	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 Work Suitability Compare therapy dog potential between Small Munsterlander, Brittany, and Golden Retriever. Which excels in therapy work?	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.
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Scent Detection Ability Compare detection capabilities between Small Munsterlander, Brittany, and Golden Retriever. Which has best nose work ability?	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 & Rescue Potential Compare search and rescue potential between Small Munsterlander, Brittany, and Golden Retriever. Which is best for SAR work?	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.
Maritime Work Ability Compare boating aptitude between Small Munsterlander, Brittany, and Golden Retriever. Which is best suited for water work?	Not really Small Munsterlander breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Brittany breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Yes Golden Retriever breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Compare cart pulling abilities between Small Munsterlander, Brittany, and Golden Retriever. Which is best for draft work?	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.
Military Service Background Compare military service history of Small Munsterlander, Brittany, and Golden Retriever. 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.

Small Munsterlander vs Brittany vs Golden Retriever Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare typical litter sizes of Small Munsterlander, Brittany, and Golden Retriever. Which has most puppies?	4-6 puppies	1-11 puppies, average 6	5-10 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare gestation periods of Small Munsterlander, Brittany, and Golden Retriever. Any breeding differences?	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding intervals between Small Munsterlander, Brittany, and Golden Retriever. What's recommended?	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.

Small Munsterlander vs Brittany vs Golden Retriever Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC groups for Small Munsterlander, Brittany, and Golden Retriever. How are they classified?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1934 as a Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1925 as a Sporting breed.
FCI Classification Compare FCI groups for Small Munsterlander, Brittany, and Golden Retriever. How are they classified internationally?	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the Continental Pointing Dogs section.	Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Retrievers section.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare breed recognition status of Small Munsterlander, Brittany, and Golden Retriever. Which has most recognition?	Dog Registry of America Inc. North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Foundation Stock Service	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 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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