American Eskimo Dog vs Golden Retriever

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

American Eskimo Dog vs Golden Retriever
American Eskimo Dog
Golden Retriever
American Eskimo Dog
Golden Retriever
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General Details
American Eskimo Dog
Golden Retriever
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
12-15 Years
10-12 Years
Height
9-20 Inches
21-24 Inches
Weight
6-35 Pounds
55-80 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
American Eskimo Dog
Golden Retriever
Origin Country
Germany
United Kingdom
Origin Year
1800 AD
1865 AD
Temperament
American Eskimo Dog
Golden Retriever
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
American Eskimo Dog
Golden Retriever
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Snuggle
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Loving
Willing to Please
Living Environment
American Eskimo Dog
Golden Retriever
Apartment
Yes
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
Yes
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
No
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
15-75 °F
30-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Below Average
Exercise Needs
American Eskimo Dog
Golden Retriever
Energy Level
High
High
Exercise Required
High
Medium to High
Top Running Speed
18 MPH
25 MPH
Strength
Medium
High
Grooming Needs
American Eskimo Dog
Golden Retriever
Coat Maintenance
High
Medium to High
Shedding
High
Medium to High
Dander
High
Medium
Drool
None
None
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
American Eskimo Dog
Golden Retriever
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
American Eskimo Dog
Golden Retriever
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
Yes
Yes
Breed Instincts
American Eskimo Dog
Golden Retriever
Aggression
None
None
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Below Average
Chasing
Average
Above Average
Follow Commands
Average
Above Average
Fighting
None
Below Average
Guarding
Below Average
Below Average
Herding
None
Below Average
Hunting
Below Average
Above Average
Protection
Below Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
Below Average
Below Average
Sled Pulling
Below Average
Below Average
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Below Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
American Eskimo Dog
Golden Retriever
Average Lifespan
12-15 Years
10-12 Years
Health Concerns
American Eskimo Dog
Golden Retriever
Common Health Issues
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Patellar luxation
Legg-Calve-Perthes disease
Progressive retinal atrophy
Diabetes
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
American Eskimo Dog
Golden Retriever
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Double
Coat Texture
Straight
Wavy
Coat Length
Long
Medium
Coat Coloring
American Eskimo Dog
Golden Retriever
Breed Colors
White
White
White and Biscuit
White and Biscuit
Dark Golden
Dark Golden
Gold
Gold
Light Golden
Light Golden
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