Golden Retriever vs Australian Kelpie

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

Golden Retriever vs Australian Kelpie
Golden Retriever
Australian Kelpie
Golden Retriever
Australian Kelpie
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General Details
Golden Retriever
Australian Kelpie
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
10-12 Years
12-15 Years
Height
21-24 Inches
18-22 Inches
Weight
55-80 Pounds
30-60 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Golden Retriever
Australian Kelpie
Origin Country
United Kingdom
Australia
Origin Year
1865 AD
1900 AD
Temperament
Golden Retriever
Australian Kelpie
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Below Average
Pet Friendly
Above Average
Average
Stranger Friendly
Above Average
Below Average
Personality
Golden Retriever
Australian Kelpie
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Loving
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Golden Retriever
Australian Kelpie
Apartment
Yes
No
Indoor
Yes
No
Small Yard
Yes
No
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
30-80 °F
30-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Below Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Golden Retriever
Australian Kelpie
Energy Level
High
Very High
Exercise Required
Medium to High
Very High
Top Running Speed
25 MPH
24 MPH
Strength
High
High
Grooming Needs
Golden Retriever
Australian Kelpie
Coat Maintenance
Medium to High
Medium
Shedding
Medium to High
Medium
Dander
Medium
Medium
Drool
None
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Golden Retriever
Australian Kelpie
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
Yes
Breed Focus
Golden Retriever
Australian Kelpie
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
Yes
No
Breed Instincts
Golden Retriever
Australian Kelpie
Aggression
None
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Average
Chasing
Above Average
Average
Follow Commands
Above Average
Average
Fighting
Below Average
Average
Guarding
Below Average
Average
Herding
Below Average
Above Average
Hunting
Above Average
Average
Protection
Below Average
Average
Remove Vermin
Below Average
Average
Sled Pulling
Below Average
Average
Watch / Guardian
Below Average
Above Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Golden Retriever
Australian Kelpie
Average Lifespan
10-12 Years
12-15 Years
Health Concerns
Golden Retriever
Australian Kelpie
Common Health Issues
Bloat
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Von willebrand's disease
Progressive retinal atrophy
Allergies
Epilepsy
Hypothyroidism
Elbow dysplasia
Osteochondritis Dissecans
Subaortic Stenosis
Hemangiosarcoma
Osteosarcoma
Hip dysplasia
Patellar luxation
Progressive retinal atrophy
Collie eye anomaly
Osteoarthritis
Cerebellar abiotrophy
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Golden Retriever
Australian Kelpie
Coat Type
Fur
Fur or Hair
Coat Layering
Double
Double
Single
Smooth
Coat Texture
Wavy
Rough
Straight
Coat Length
Medium
Short to Medium
Coat Coloring
Golden Retriever
Australian Kelpie
Breed Colors
Dark Golden
Dark Golden
Gold
Gold
Light Golden
Light Golden
Black
Black
Black and Tan
Black and Tan
Blue
Blue
Chocolate
Chocolate
Fawn
Fawn
Red
Red
Red and tan
Red and tan
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