American Water Spaniel vs Golden Retriever

Compare the American Water Spaniel to the Golden Retriever. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between American Water Spaniels and Golden Retrievers.

American Water Spaniel vs Golden Retriever
American Water Spaniel
Golden Retriever
American Water Spaniel
Golden Retriever
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General Details
American Water Spaniel
Golden Retriever
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
10-12 Years
10-12 Years
Height
15-18 Inches
21-24 Inches
Weight
25-45 Pounds
55-80 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
American Water Spaniel
Golden Retriever
Origin Country
United States
United Kingdom
Origin Year
1920 AD
1865 AD
Temperament
American Water Spaniel
Golden Retriever
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Below Average
Above Average
Stranger Friendly
Average
Above Average
Personality
American Water Spaniel
Golden Retriever
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Needy
Protective
Separation Anxiety
Snuggle
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Loving
Willing to Please
Living Environment
American Water Spaniel
Golden Retriever
Apartment
No
Yes
Indoor
No
Yes
Small Yard
No
Yes
Medium Yard
No
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
55-80 °F
30-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Above Average
Below Average
Exercise Needs
American Water Spaniel
Golden Retriever
Energy Level
Medium to High
High
Exercise Required
Medium
Medium to High
Top Running Speed
22 MPH
25 MPH
Strength
Medium
High
Grooming Needs
American Water Spaniel
Golden Retriever
Coat Maintenance
Medium to High
Medium to High
Shedding
Low to Medium
Medium to High
Dander
Low to Medium
Medium
Drool
Low
None
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
American Water Spaniel
Golden Retriever
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
American Water Spaniel
Golden Retriever
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
Yes
Yes
Breed Instincts
American Water Spaniel
Golden Retriever
Aggression
Below Average
None
Burrow / Digging
Average
Below Average
Chasing
Average
Above Average
Follow Commands
None
Above Average
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
Average
Below Average
Herding
Below Average
Below Average
Hunting
Above Average
Above Average
Protection
Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
Average
Below Average
Sled Pulling
None
Below Average
Watch / Guardian
Average
Below Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
American Water Spaniel
Golden Retriever
Average Lifespan
10-12 Years
10-12 Years
Health Concerns
American Water Spaniel
Golden Retriever
Common Health Issues
Mitral valve disease
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy
Allergies
Epilepsy
Hypothyroidism
Distichiasis
Degenerative myelopathy
Retinal dysplasia
Heart problems
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 Water Spaniel
Golden Retriever
Coat Type
Hair
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Double
Coat Texture
Wavy
Wavy
Coat Length
Medium
Medium
Coat Coloring
American Water Spaniel
Golden Retriever
Breed Colors
Dark Golden
Dark Golden
Gold
Gold
Light Golden
Light Golden
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