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Name	Golden Retriever	Australian Kelpie	Dachshund
Origins	Scotland	Australia	Germany
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Golden Flat Coat Yellow Retriever	Australischer Kelpie Barb Kelpie Australian Sheepdog	Bassotto Sausage Dog Tekkel Tekkel Doxie Weenie Dog Worshond Teckel
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Golden Retriever vs Australian Kelpie vs Dachshund breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Golden Retriever vs Australian Kelpie vs Dachshund Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Golden Retriever or Australian Kelpie or Dachshund? Which is the smallest dog, Golden Retriever or Australian Kelpie or Dachshund?	Large	Medium	Small
Weight Which is heavier, Golden Retriever or Australian Kelpie or Australian Kelpie? Golden Retriever vs Australian Kelpie vs Dachshund weight comparison:	Male: 60-80 pounds (27-36 kg), Female: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg)	25-45 pounds (11-20 kg)	Toy: 8-11 pounds (3.5-5.0 kg)Standard: 16-32 pounds (7-15 kg), Miniature: 12 pounds (5.5 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 70 pounds (31.5 kg), Female: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg)	35 pounds (15.5 kg)	Toy: 9.5 pounds (3.5-5.0 kg)Standard: 24 pounds (11 kg), Miniature: 12 pounds (5.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Golden Retriever or Australian Kelpie or Dachshund? Golden Retriever vs Australian Kelpie vs Dachshund height comparison:	Male: 22-24 inches (56-61cm), Female: 20-22 inches (51-56 cm)	17-20 inches (43-51 cm)	Toy: 12 inches (30 cm)Standard: 8-11 inches (20-27 cm), Miniature: 5-7 inches (13-18 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 21 inches (53.5 cm)	18.5 inches (47 cm)	Toy: 12 inches (30 cm)Standard: 9.5 inches (23.5 cm), Miniature: 6 inches (15.5 cm)

Golden Retriever vs Australian Kelpie vs Dachshund Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Golden Retriever or Australian Kelpie or Dachshund? Which is more expensive?	$1000-$2000	$500-$700	$500-$700
Availability Which is easier to get, Golden Retriever or Australian Kelpie or Dachshund?	Very frequent: The Golden Retriever is quite easy to get.	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.	Very frequent: The Dachshund is quite easy to get.

Golden Retriever vs Australian Kelpie vs Dachshund Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Golden Retriever vs Australian Kelpie vs Dachshund intelligence:	Outstanding: Golden Retriever is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Golden Retriever vs Australian Kelpie vs Dachshund trainability comparison.	Golden Retriever dogs are easy to train. See more.	Australian Kelpie dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Dachshund dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Golden Retriever or Australian Kelpie or Dachshund?	Golden Retriever dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Australian Kelpie dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Dachshund dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Golden Retriever or Australian Kelpie or Dachshund? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Golden Retriever dogs are average defenders. See more.	Australian Kelpie dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Dachshund dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Golden Retriever vs Australian Kelpie vs Dachshund Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Golden Retriever or Australian Kelpie or Dachshund? Golden Retriever vs Australian Kelpie vs Dachshund behavior/temperament comparison:	Intelligent Confident Friendly Reliable Kind Trustworthy	Energetic Alert Intelligent Friendly Loyal Robust Eager	Playful Stubborn Courageous Devoted Lively Clever
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Golden Retriever dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Golden Retriever vs Australian Kelpie vs Dachshund?	High: Golden Retriever dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average: Australian Kelpie dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	High: Dachshund dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Golden Retriever vs Australian Kelpie vs Dachshund social needs comparison:	Golden Retriever dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Australian Kelpie dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Dachshund dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Golden Retriever dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Australian Kelpie is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Dachshund dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	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.	Australian Kelpie dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Dachshund dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Golden Retriever vs Australian Kelpie vs Dachshund Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Golden Retriever vs Australian Kelpie vs Dachshund playfulness comparison:	The Golden Retriever is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Australian Kelpie is a playful breed. See more.	Average: Dachshunds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Golden Retriever vs Australian Kelpie vs Dachshund?	Low to Average: The Golden Retriever rarely barks. See more.	Low to Average: The Australian Kelpie rarely barks. See more.	A lot: Dachshund is a particularly loud breed. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Golden Retriever or Australian Kelpie or Dachshund?	It is not recommended to keep the Golden Retriever breed in the home.	It is not recommended to keep the Australian Kelpie breed in the home.	Apartment-friendly dog the Dachshund breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Golden Retriever vs Australian Kelpie vs Dachshund Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Golden Retriever dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Australian Kelpie dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Dachshund dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Golden Retriever or Australian Kelpie or Dachshund?	Golden Retriever dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Dachshund 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 vs Australian Kelpie vs Dachshund Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Golden Retriever or Australian Kelpie or Dachshund?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Golden Retriever bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Australian Kelpie bite force: Ordinary.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Dachshund bite force: Weak.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	Moderate ⏺ The Golden Retriever has an average chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Australian Kelpie has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Dachshund has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Golden Retriever vs Australian Kelpie vs Dachshund mouthiness comparison:	Golden Retriever dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Australian Kelpie dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Dachshund dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Golden Retriever vs Australian Kelpie vs Dachshund Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Golden Retriever vs Australian Kelpie vs Dachshund health comparison. Which is the healthier: Golden Retriever vs Australian Kelpie vs Dachshund?	Golden Retrievers are commonly healthy dogs.	Australian Kelpies tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	The Dachshund is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Golden Retriever vs Australian Kelpie vs Dachshund? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Golden Retriever vs Australian Kelpie vs Dachshund health problems comparison:	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Allergies Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Bloat Epilepsy Elbow Dysplasia Osteochondrosis Dissecans Hemangiosarcoma Osteosarcoma Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis	Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Osteoarthritis Cerebellar Abiotrophy Collie Eye Anomaly	Legg-perthes Disease Cancer Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Epilepsy Deafness Intervertebral Disk Disease Elbow Dysplasia Demodectic Mange Mitral Valve Disease Cushing's Syndrome Acanthosis Nigricans Baldness Canine Diabetes Mellitus Lymphocytic Thyroiditis Narcolepsy
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Rare The Golden Retriever should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Frequent The Australian Kelpie should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Average The Dachshund should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Golden Retriever vs Australian Kelpie vs Dachshund lifespan comparison. How long do Golden Retriever, Australian Kelpie and Dachshund breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	10-12 years The average lifespan of Golden Retriever: 11 years	10-14 years The average lifespan of Australian Kelpie: 12 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Dachshund: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Golden Retriever vs Australian Kelpie vs Dachshund?	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. 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.	Prefers warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. See more.

Golden Retriever vs Australian Kelpie vs Dachshund Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Golden Retriever vs Australian Kelpie vs Dachshund Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Golden Retriever or Australian Kelpie or Dachshund?	3 to 4 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Golden Retriever vs Australian Kelpie vs Dachshund weight gain potential comparison:	High: The Golden Retriever breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	Low to Average: The Australian Kelpie has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	High: The Dachshund breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Golden Retriever vs Australian Kelpie vs Dachshund Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Golden Retriever vs Australian Kelpie vs Dachshund coat comparison:	Silky Wavy Shiny Straight	Double	Fine
Colors What are the original Golden Retriever, Australian Kelpie and Dachshund color?	Golden Light	Black Tan Red Blue Brown Fawn Chocolate	Black Tan Red Blue White Silver Brown
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Golden Retriever or Australian Kelpie or Dachshund? Golden Retriever vs Australian Kelpie vs Dachshund grooming comparison:	Average: The Golden Retriever requires average grooming effort. See more.	Effortless: The Australian Kelpie requires minimal grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The Dachshund doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Golden Retriever or Australian Kelpie or Dachshund? Golden Retriever or Australian Kelpie or {name3 shedding:	Golden Retriever dogs shed moderately. See more.	Australian Kelpie dogs shed moderately. See more.	Dachshund dogs shed none to minimal. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Golden Retriever or Australian Kelpie or Dachshund?	2-3 weeks Frequent. This breed has high-maintenance hair and may require a bath every 2-3 weeks. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Hypoallergenic Golden Retriever vs Australian Kelpie vs Dachshund hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Golden Retriever vs Australian Kelpie vs Dachshund?	Medium ⏺ The Golden Retriever has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Australian Kelpie has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Dachshund has a low chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	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.	The Australian Kelpie is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Dachshund is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Golden Retriever vs Australian Kelpie vs Dachshund Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Golden Retriever dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Australian Kelpie dogs are generally with other pets.	Dachshund dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Golden Retriever or Australian Kelpie or Dachshund? Which dog is more friendly?	Golden Retriever dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	Australian Kelpie dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Dachshund dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Golden Retriever or Australian Kelpie or Dachshund?	Golden Retriever dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Australian Kelpie dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Dachshund dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Golden Retriever or Australian Kelpie or Dachshund?	Golden Retriever dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Australian Kelpie dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Dachshund dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Golden Retriever or Australian Kelpie or Dachshund?	Golden Retriever dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Australian Kelpie dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Dachshund dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Golden Retriever vs Australian Kelpie vs Dachshund?	Yes Golden Retriever dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Australian Kelpie dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Dachshund dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	Yes Golden Retriever is one of the best dog breeds for office environment	No Australian Kelpie is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Dachshund is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Golden Retrievers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Australian Kelpies are usually recommended for elderly people.	Dachshunds are not the best breed for elderly people.

Golden Retriever vs Australian Kelpie vs Dachshund As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.	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.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Golden Retriever or Australian Kelpie or Dachshund? Which is better for autism?	Yes This breed makes a perfect 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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Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	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.	Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR) Which one could be a search and rescue dog?	Yes This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.	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.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Golden Retriever vs Australian Kelpie vs Dachshund?	Yes Golden Retriever breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Not really Australian Kelpie breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Dachshund breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
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. 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.
Fighting Dog / Military 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.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Golden Retriever vs Australian Kelpie vs Dachshund 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. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.
Litter Size How many puppies can Golden Retriever and Australian Kelpie and Dachshund have?	5-10 puppies	4-7 puppies	4-8 puppies
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Golden Retriever vs Australian Kelpie vs Dachshund Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1925 as a Sporting breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Hound breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Retrievers section.	Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section.	Recognized by FCI in the Dachshunds group, in the 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. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club	American Canine Registry America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club 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 Canadian Canine Registry

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