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Alaskan Malamute vs Golden Retriever vs Newfoundland Comparison - Dog breed selector: Mally or Golden Flat Coat or Blackbear? Find the right dog for you

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Name Alaskan Malamute Golden Retriever Newfoundland
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Group Sled Dogs Gun Dog Working Dogs
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Mally
Mal
Golden Flat Coat
Yellow Retriever
Blackbear
Newfie
The Gentle Giant
Newf
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Alaskan Malamute vs Golden Retriever vs Newfoundland breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Alaskan Malamute vs Golden Retriever vs Newfoundland Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Alaskan Malamute or Golden Retriever or Newfoundland? Which is the smallest dog, Alaskan Malamute or Golden Retriever or Newfoundland?
Large Large Giant
Weight
Which is heavier, Alaskan Malamute or Golden Retriever or Golden Retriever? Alaskan Malamute vs Golden Retriever vs Newfoundland weight comparison:
Male: 80 - 95 pounds (36 - 43 kg), Female: 70 - 85 pounds (32 - 38 kg) Male: 60-80 pounds (27-36 kg), Female: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg) Male: 130-150 pounds (59-68 kg), Female: 100-120 pounds (45-54 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 80 - 95 pounds (36 - 43 kg), Female: 70 - 85 pounds (32 - 38 kg) Male: 70 pounds (31.5 kg), Female: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg) Male: 140 pounds (63.5 kg), Female: 110 pounds (49.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Alaskan Malamute or Golden Retriever or Newfoundland? Alaskan Malamute vs Golden Retriever vs Newfoundland height comparison:
Male: 24 - 26 inches (61 - 66 cm), Female: 22 - 24 inches (56 - 61 cm) Male: 22-24 inches (56-61cm), Female: 20-22 inches (51-56 cm) Male: 27-29 inches (69-74 cm), Female: 25-27 inches (63-69 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 24 - 26 inches (61 - 66 cm), Female: 22 - 24 inches (56 - 61 cm) Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 21 inches (53.5 cm) Male: 28 inches (71.5 cm), Female: 26 inches (66 cm)

Alaskan Malamute vs Golden Retriever vs Newfoundland Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Alaskan Malamute or Golden Retriever or Newfoundland? Which is more expensive?
$1200-$1500 $1000-$2000 $1500-$2000
Availability
Which is easier to get, Alaskan Malamute or Golden Retriever or Newfoundland?
Very frequent: The Alaskan Malamute is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Golden Retriever is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Newfoundland is quite easy to get.

Alaskan Malamute vs Golden Retriever vs Newfoundland Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Alaskan Malamute vs Golden Retriever vs Newfoundland intelligence:
Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Outstanding: Golden Retriever is one of the brightest dog breeds.
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Smart: The Newfoundland dogs have great intelligence.
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Trainability
Alaskan Malamute vs Golden Retriever vs Newfoundland trainability comparison.
Alaskan Malamute dogs are easy to train.
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Golden Retriever dogs are easy to train.
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Newfoundland dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Alaskan Malamute or Golden Retriever or Newfoundland?
Alaskan Malamute dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Golden Retriever dogs are average watchdogs.
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Newfoundland dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Alaskan Malamute or Golden Retriever or Newfoundland? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Alaskan Malamute dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Golden Retriever dogs are average defenders.
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Newfoundland dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Alaskan Malamute vs Golden Retriever vs Newfoundland Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Alaskan Malamute or Golden Retriever or Newfoundland? Alaskan Malamute vs Golden Retriever vs Newfoundland behavior/temperament comparison:
Playful
Dignified
Friendly
Affectionate
Loyal
Devoted
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Reliable
Kind
Trustworthy
Courageous
Intelligent
Loyal
Gentle
Social
Sweet
Cheerful
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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Golden Retriever dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Alaskan Malamute vs Golden Retriever vs Newfoundland?
Average: Alaskan Malamute dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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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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Average to High: Newfoundland dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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Social Needs
Alaskan Malamute vs Golden Retriever vs Newfoundland social needs comparison:
Alaskan Malamute dogs are a social breed.
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Golden Retriever dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Newfoundland dogs are a social breed.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Alaskan Malamute dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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Golden Retriever dogs tend to escape less than other breeds.
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Newfoundland dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Alaskan Malamute dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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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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Newfoundland dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Alaskan Malamute vs Golden Retriever vs Newfoundland Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Alaskan Malamute vs Golden Retriever vs Newfoundland playfulness comparison:
The Alaskan Malamute is a playful breed.
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The Golden Retriever is a highly playful breed.
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Average: Newfoundlands, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Alaskan Malamute vs Golden Retriever vs Newfoundland?
Low to Average: The Alaskan Malamute rarely barks.
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Low to Average: The Golden Retriever rarely barks.
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Low to Average: The Newfoundland rarely barks.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Alaskan Malamute or Golden Retriever or Newfoundland?
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Alaskan Malamute breed.
It is not recommended to keep the Golden Retriever breed in the home.
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 Newfoundland indoors.

Alaskan Malamute vs Golden Retriever vs Newfoundland Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
Average: Alaskan Malamute dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Golden Retriever dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Newfoundland dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Alaskan Malamute or Golden Retriever or Newfoundland?
Alaskan Malamute 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.
Newfoundland 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.

Alaskan Malamute vs Golden Retriever vs Newfoundland Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Alaskan Malamute or Golden Retriever or Newfoundland?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Alaskan Malamute bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Golden Retriever bite force: Ordinary.

Above 400 PSI 🔼

Newfoundland bite force: The Strongest.
Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:

Moderate

The Alaskan Malamute has an average chance of biting somebody.

Moderate

The Golden Retriever has an average chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Newfoundland has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Alaskan Malamute vs Golden Retriever vs Newfoundland mouthiness comparison:
Alaskan Malamute dogs have an 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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Newfoundland dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Alaskan Malamute vs Golden Retriever vs Newfoundland Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Alaskan Malamute vs Golden Retriever vs Newfoundland health comparison. Which is the healthier: Alaskan Malamute vs Golden Retriever vs Newfoundland?
The Alaskan Malamute is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Golden Retrievers are commonly healthy dogs.
Very healthy dog breed.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Alaskan Malamute vs Golden Retriever vs Newfoundland? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Alaskan Malamute vs Golden Retriever vs Newfoundland health problems comparison:
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Hypothyroidism
Chondrodysplasia
Hemeralopia
Inherited Polyneuropathy
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Hypothyroidism
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Von Willebrand's Disease
Bloat
Epilepsy
Elbow Dysplasia
Osteochondrosis Dissecans
Hemangiosarcoma
Osteosarcoma
Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Cancer
Hypothyroidism
Bloat
Epilepsy
Cherry Eye
Elbow Dysplasia
Addison's Disease
Cystinuria
Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Average
The Alaskan Malamute 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).
Rare
The Newfoundland should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Life Expectancy
Alaskan Malamute vs Golden Retriever vs Newfoundland lifespan comparison. How long do Alaskan Malamute, Golden Retriever and Newfoundland breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Alaskan Malamute: 13 years
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Golden Retriever: 11 years
9-13 years
The average lifespan of Newfoundland: 11 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Alaskan Malamute vs Golden Retriever vs Newfoundland?
Prefers cold weather
The Alaskan Malamute can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also 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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Prefers cold weather
The Newfoundland can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog.
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Alaskan Malamute vs Golden Retriever vs Newfoundland Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Alaskan Malamute or Golden Retriever or Newfoundland? Alaskan Malamute vs Golden Retriever vs Newfoundland energy level comparison:
Alaskan Malamute dogs are high-energy dogs.
Golden Retriever dogs are high-energy dogs.
Newfoundland dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Alaskan Malamute vs Golden Retriever vs Newfoundland exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Alaskan Malamute or Golden Retriever or Newfoundland? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Alaskan Malamute dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Golden Retriever dogs need a lot of exercises.
Newfoundland dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Alaskan Malamute or Golden Retriever or Newfoundland?
Alaskan Malamute dogs don't need too much sleep.
Golden Retriever dogs don't need too much sleep.
Newfoundland dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.

Alaskan Malamute vs Golden Retriever vs Newfoundland Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Alaskan Malamute or Golden Retriever or Newfoundland?
Recommended daily amount: 4 to 5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 3 to 4 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 5 to 6 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? Alaskan Malamute vs Golden Retriever vs Newfoundland weight gain potential comparison:
Average: The Alaskan Malamute 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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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Newfoundland's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Alaskan Malamute vs Golden Retriever vs Newfoundland Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Alaskan Malamute vs Golden Retriever vs Newfoundland coat comparison:
Dense
Rough
Thick
Weather-resistant
Silky
Wavy
Shiny
Straight
Fluffy
Waterproof
Thick
Colors
What are the original Alaskan Malamute, Golden Retriever and Newfoundland color?
Black
Gray
Red
White
Golden
Light
Black
Gray
White
Brown
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Alaskan Malamute or Golden Retriever or Newfoundland? Alaskan Malamute vs Golden Retriever vs Newfoundland grooming comparison:
Average: The Alaskan Malamute requires average grooming effort.
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Average: The Golden Retriever 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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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Alaskan Malamute or Golden Retriever or Newfoundland? Alaskan Malamute or Golden Retriever or {name3 shedding:
Alaskan Malamute dogs are heavy shedders.
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Golden Retriever dogs shed moderately.
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Newfoundland dogs are heavy shedders.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Alaskan Malamute or Golden Retriever or Newfoundland?
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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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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Hypoallergenic
Alaskan Malamute vs Golden Retriever vs Newfoundland 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, Alaskan Malamute vs Golden Retriever vs Newfoundland?

Low 🔽

The Alaskan Malamute has a low chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Golden Retriever has an average chance of bad smell.

High 🔼

The Newfoundland has a high chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?
The Alaskan Malamute 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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The Newfoundland is a big drooler, so if you're disgusted by slobber spots on your clothes, you should choose a dog from another breed.
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Alaskan Malamute vs Golden Retriever vs Newfoundland Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Alaskan Malamute dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Golden Retriever dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Newfoundland dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Alaskan Malamute or Golden Retriever or Newfoundland? Which dog is more friendly?
Alaskan Malamute dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Golden Retriever dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Newfoundland dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Alaskan Malamute or Golden Retriever or Newfoundland?
Alaskan Malamute dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Golden Retriever dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Newfoundland dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Alaskan Malamute or Golden Retriever or Newfoundland?
Alaskan Malamute dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Golden Retriever dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Newfoundland dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Alaskan Malamute or Golden Retriever or Newfoundland?
Alaskan Malamute dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Golden Retriever dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Newfoundland dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Alaskan Malamute vs Golden Retriever vs Newfoundland?
Yes
Alaskan Malamute 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.
Yes
Newfoundland dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
Alaskan Malamute is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Yes
Golden Retriever is one of the best dog breeds for office environment
No
Newfoundland is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
Alaskan Malamutes are usually recommended for elderly people.
Golden Retrievers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Newfoundlands are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Alaskan Malamute vs Golden Retriever vs Newfoundland 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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Yes

This breed makes good 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: Alaskan Malamute or Golden Retriever or Newfoundland? Which is better for autism?

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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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a 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.

Yes

After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.

Not really

They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
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.

Yes

This breed would make an excellent 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: Alaskan Malamute vs Golden Retriever vs Newfoundland?

Not really

Alaskan Malamute 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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Yes

Newfoundland 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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Yes

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Fighting Dog / Military Dog

Yes

In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

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.

Alaskan Malamute vs Golden Retriever vs Newfoundland 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 Alaskan Malamute and Golden Retriever and Newfoundland have?
4-10 puppies 5-10 puppies 4-12 puppies

Alaskan Malamute vs Golden Retriever vs Newfoundland Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1935 as a Working breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1925 as a Sporting breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1886 as a Working breed.
FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI?
Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Nordic Sledge Dogs section. Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Retrievers section. Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type section.
Breed Recognition
What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?
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.
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
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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