Australian Cattle Dog vs Golden Retriever

Compare the Australian Cattle Dog to the Golden Retriever. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Australian Cattle Dogs and Golden Retrievers.

Australian Cattle Dog vs Golden Retriever
Australian Cattle Dog
Golden Retriever
Australian Cattle Dog
Golden Retriever
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General Details
Australian Cattle Dog
Golden Retriever
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
12-14 Years
10-12 Years
Height
17-20 Inches
21-24 Inches
Weight
30-50 Pounds
55-80 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Australian Cattle Dog
Golden Retriever
Origin Country
Australia
United Kingdom
Origin Year
1840 AD
1865 AD
Temperament
Australian Cattle Dog
Golden Retriever
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Stranger Friendly
Below Average
Above Average
Personality
Australian Cattle Dog
Golden Retriever
Traits
Affectionate
Jealous
Loving
Stubborn
Affectionate
Loving
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Australian Cattle Dog
Golden Retriever
Apartment
No
Yes
Indoor
No
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
Yes
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
40-95 °F
30-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Above Average
Below Average
Exercise Needs
Australian Cattle Dog
Golden Retriever
Energy Level
High
High
Exercise Required
High
Medium to High
Top Running Speed
25 MPH
25 MPH
Strength
Medium
High
Grooming Needs
Australian Cattle Dog
Golden Retriever
Coat Maintenance
Low
Medium to High
Shedding
Low
Medium to High
Dander
Low
Medium
Drool
None
None
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Australian Cattle Dog
Golden Retriever
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Australian Cattle Dog
Golden Retriever
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
No
Yes
Breed Instincts
Australian Cattle Dog
Golden Retriever
Aggression
Below Average
None
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Below Average
Chasing
Above Average
Above Average
Follow Commands
Below Average
Above Average
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
Below Average
Below Average
Herding
Above Average
Below Average
Hunting
Below Average
Above Average
Protection
Below Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
None
Below Average
Sled Pulling
Below Average
Below Average
Watch / Guardian
Below Average
Below Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Australian Cattle Dog
Golden Retriever
Average Lifespan
12-14 Years
10-12 Years
Health Concerns
Australian Cattle Dog
Golden Retriever
Common Health Issues
Hip dysplasia
Von willebrand's disease
Progressive retinal atrophy
Elbow dysplasia
Deafness
Lens luxation
Work-related injuries
Bloat
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Von willebrand's disease
Progressive retinal atrophy
Allergies
Epilepsy
Hypothyroidism
Elbow dysplasia
Osteochondritis Dissecans
Subaortic Stenosis
Hemangiosarcoma
Osteosarcoma
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Australian Cattle Dog
Golden Retriever
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Double
Coat Texture
Straight
Wavy
Coat Length
Short
Medium
Coat Coloring
Australian Cattle Dog
Golden Retriever
Breed Colors
Blue
Blue
Blue Mottled
Blue Mottled
Blue Speckled
Blue Speckled
Red Mottled
Red Mottled
Red Speckled
Red Speckled
Dark Golden
Dark Golden
Gold
Gold
Light Golden
Light Golden
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