Golden Retriever vs Poodle

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

Golden Retriever vs Poodle
Golden Retriever
Poodle
Golden Retriever
Poodle
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General Details
Golden Retriever
Poodle
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
Yes
Lifespan
10-12 Years
12-15 Years
Height
21-24 Inches
15-24 Inches
Weight
55-80 Pounds
45-70 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Golden Retriever
Poodle
Origin Country
United Kingdom
Germany
Origin Year
1865 AD
1200 AD
Temperament
Golden Retriever
Poodle
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Stranger Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Personality
Golden Retriever
Poodle
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Loving
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Golden Retriever
Poodle
Apartment
Yes
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
Yes
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
30-80 °F
35-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Below Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Golden Retriever
Poodle
Energy Level
High
High
Exercise Required
Medium to High
Medium to High
Top Running Speed
25 MPH
32 MPH
Strength
High
Medium
Grooming Needs
Golden Retriever
Poodle
Coat Maintenance
Medium to High
High
Shedding
Medium to High
None
Dander
Medium
None
Drool
None
None
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Golden Retriever
Poodle
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Golden Retriever
Poodle
Distracted Easy
No
Yes
Focused & Patient
Yes
Yes
Breed Instincts
Golden Retriever
Poodle
Aggression
None
None
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
None
Chasing
Above Average
Below Average
Follow Commands
Above Average
Average
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
Below Average
None
Herding
Below Average
Average
Hunting
Above Average
Above Average
Protection
Below Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
Below Average
None
Sled Pulling
Below Average
None
Watch / Guardian
Below Average
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Golden Retriever
Poodle
Average Lifespan
10-12 Years
12-15 Years
Health Concerns
Golden Retriever
Poodle
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
Addison's disease
Cushing's syndrome
Bloat
Sebaceous adenitis
Optic nerve hypoplasia
Cataracts
Runny eyes
Hip dysplasia
Ear infections
Von willebrand's disease
Patellar luxation
Legg-Calve-Perthes disease
Progressive retinal atrophy
Allergies
Premature graying
Epilepsy
Hypothyroidism
Neonatal Encephalopathy
Atrial septal defect
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Golden Retriever
Poodle
Coat Type
Fur
Hair
Coat Layering
Double
Corded
Single
Coat Texture
Wavy
Rough
Wavy
Coat Length
Medium
Long
Coat Coloring
Golden Retriever
Poodle
Breed Colors
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