Golden Retriever vs African Wild Dog

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

Golden Retriever vs African Wild Dog
Golden Retriever
African Wild Dog
Golden Retriever
African Wild Dog
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General Details
Golden Retriever
African Wild Dog
Breed Type
Purebred
Wild
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
10-12 Years
10-12 Years
Height
21-24 Inches
24-30 Inches
Weight
55-80 Pounds
44-66 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Golden Retriever
African Wild Dog
Origin Country
United Kingdom
Egypt
Origin Year
1865 AD
Unspecified
Temperament
Golden Retriever
African Wild Dog
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
None
Family Friendly
Above Average
None
Child Friendly
Above Average
None
Pet Friendly
Above Average
None
Stranger Friendly
Above Average
None
Personality
Golden Retriever
African Wild Dog
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Willing to Please
Aggressive
Living Environment
Golden Retriever
African Wild Dog
Apartment
Yes
No
Indoor
Yes
No
Small Yard
Yes
No
Medium Yard
Yes
No
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
30-80 °F
40-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Below Average
Above Average
Exercise Needs
Golden Retriever
African Wild Dog
Energy Level
High
High to Very High
Exercise Required
Medium to High
Low
Top Running Speed
25 MPH
41 MPH
Strength
High
High
Grooming Needs
Golden Retriever
African Wild Dog
Coat Maintenance
Medium to High
Low
Shedding
Medium to High
Low
Dander
Medium
Low
Drool
None
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Golden Retriever
African Wild Dog
Dominant / Alpha
No
Yes
Family / Pack
Yes
No
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Golden Retriever
African Wild Dog
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
Yes
No
Breed Instincts
Golden Retriever
African Wild Dog
Aggression
None
Above Average
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Above Average
Chasing
Above Average
Above Average
Follow Commands
Above Average
None
Fighting
Below Average
Above Average
Guarding
Below Average
Average
Herding
Below Average
Above Average
Hunting
Above Average
Above Average
Protection
Below Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
Below Average
Above Average
Sled Pulling
Below Average
None
Watch / Guardian
Below Average
Above Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Golden Retriever
African Wild Dog
Average Lifespan
10-12 Years
10-12 Years
Health Concerns
Golden Retriever
African Wild Dog
Common Health Issues
Bloat
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Von willebrand's disease
Progressive retinal atrophy
Allergies
Epilepsy
Hypothyroidism
Elbow dysplasia
Osteochondritis Dissecans
Subaortic Stenosis
Hemangiosarcoma
Osteosarcoma
Canine distemper
Rabies
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Golden Retriever
African Wild Dog
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Single
Coat Texture
Wavy
Rough
Coat Length
Medium
Short
Coat Coloring
Golden Retriever
African Wild Dog
Breed Colors
Dark Golden
Gold
Light Golden
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