Anatolian Shepherd Dog vs Golden Retriever

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

Anatolian Shepherd Dog vs Golden Retriever
Anatolian Shepherd Dog
Golden Retriever
Anatolian Shepherd Dog
Golden Retriever
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General Details
Anatolian Shepherd Dog
Golden Retriever
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
11-13 Years
10-12 Years
Height
26-30 Inches
21-24 Inches
Weight
80-150 Pounds
55-80 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Anatolian Shepherd Dog
Golden Retriever
Origin Country
Turkey
United Kingdom
Origin Year
-4000 BC
1865 AD
Temperament
Anatolian Shepherd Dog
Golden Retriever
Overall Friendliness
Below Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Below Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Below Average
Above Average
Stranger Friendly
Below Average
Above Average
Personality
Anatolian Shepherd Dog
Golden Retriever
Traits
Affectionate
Protective
Stubborn
Affectionate
Loving
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Anatolian Shepherd Dog
Golden Retriever
Apartment
No
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
No
Yes
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
30-70 °F
30-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Below Average
Exercise Needs
Anatolian Shepherd Dog
Golden Retriever
Energy Level
Medium
High
Exercise Required
Medium
Medium to High
Top Running Speed
22 MPH
25 MPH
Strength
Very High
High
Grooming Needs
Anatolian Shepherd Dog
Golden Retriever
Coat Maintenance
Low
Medium to High
Shedding
High
Medium to High
Dander
Low
Medium
Drool
Medium
None
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Anatolian Shepherd Dog
Golden Retriever
Dominant / Alpha
Yes
No
Family / Pack
No
Yes
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Anatolian Shepherd Dog
Golden Retriever
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
No
Yes
Breed Instincts
Anatolian Shepherd Dog
Golden Retriever
Aggression
Below Average
None
Burrow / Digging
Average
Below Average
Chasing
Average
Above Average
Follow Commands
Average
Above Average
Fighting
Average
Below Average
Guarding
Above Average
Below Average
Herding
Above Average
Below Average
Hunting
Average
Above Average
Protection
Above Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
Average
Below Average
Sled Pulling
Average
Below Average
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Below Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Anatolian Shepherd Dog
Golden Retriever
Average Lifespan
11-13 Years
10-12 Years
Health Concerns
Anatolian Shepherd Dog
Golden Retriever
Common Health Issues
Entropion
Hip dysplasia
Hypothyroidism
Elbow dysplasia
Demodectic mange
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
Anatolian Shepherd Dog
Golden Retriever
Coat Type
Hair
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Smooth
Double
Coat Texture
Rough
Straight
Wavy
Coat Length
Short
Medium
Coat Coloring
Anatolian Shepherd Dog
Golden Retriever
Breed Colors
Biscuit
Blue Fawn
Brindle
Fawn
Fawn and White
Gray Fawn
Liver
Red Fawn
White
Dark Golden
Gold
Light Golden
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