Borzoi vs Golden Retriever

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

Borzoi vs Golden Retriever
Borzoi
Golden Retriever
Borzoi
Golden Retriever
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General Details
Borzoi
Golden Retriever
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
10-12 Years
10-12 Years
Height
26-32 Inches
21-24 Inches
Weight
60-105 Pounds
55-80 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Borzoi
Golden Retriever
Origin Country
Russia
United Kingdom
Origin Year
800 AD
1865 AD
Temperament
Borzoi
Golden Retriever
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Stranger Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Personality
Borzoi
Golden Retriever
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Loving
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Borzoi
Golden Retriever
Apartment
Yes
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
Yes
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
15-80 °F
30-80 °F
Barks/Howls
None
Below Average
Exercise Needs
Borzoi
Golden Retriever
Energy Level
High
High
Exercise Required
High
Medium to High
Top Running Speed
40 MPH
25 MPH
Strength
Medium to High
High
Grooming Needs
Borzoi
Golden Retriever
Coat Maintenance
Medium
Medium to High
Shedding
Low to Medium
Medium to High
Dander
Medium
Medium
Drool
Low
None
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Borzoi
Golden Retriever
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
Yes
No
Breed Focus
Borzoi
Golden Retriever
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
Yes
Yes
Breed Instincts
Borzoi
Golden Retriever
Aggression
Below Average
None
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Below Average
Chasing
Average
Above Average
Follow Commands
Above Average
Above Average
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
Average
Below Average
Herding
Below Average
Below Average
Hunting
Above Average
Above Average
Protection
Below Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
Average
Below Average
Sled Pulling
None
Below Average
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Below Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Borzoi
Golden Retriever
Average Lifespan
10-12 Years
10-12 Years
Health Concerns
Borzoi
Golden Retriever
Common Health Issues
Bloat
Hip dysplasia
Patellar luxation
Elbow dysplasia
Osteochondritis Dissecans
Dental problems
Heart problems
Thyroid disorders
Sensitivity to anesthesia
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
Borzoi
Golden Retriever
Coat Type
Hair
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Smooth
Double
Coat Texture
Silky
Wavy
Wavy
Coat Length
Medium to Long
Medium
Coat Coloring
Borzoi
Golden Retriever
Breed Colors
Black
Black and White
White
White and Brown
Dark Golden
Gold
Light Golden
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