Golden Retriever vs Canadian Eskimo Dog

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

Golden Retriever vs Canadian Eskimo Dog
Golden Retriever
Canadian Eskimo Dog
Golden Retriever
Canadian Eskimo Dog
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General Details
Golden Retriever
Canadian Eskimo Dog
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
10-12 Years
10-15 Years
Height
21-24 Inches
20-28 Inches
Weight
55-80 Pounds
40-90 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Average
History
Golden Retriever
Canadian Eskimo Dog
Origin Country
United Kingdom
Canada
Origin Year
1865 AD
1000 AD
Temperament
Golden Retriever
Canadian Eskimo Dog
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
None
Family Friendly
Above Average
None
Child Friendly
Above Average
Below Average
Pet Friendly
Above Average
None
Stranger Friendly
Above Average
Below Average
Personality
Golden Retriever
Canadian Eskimo Dog
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Golden Retriever
Canadian Eskimo Dog
Apartment
Yes
No
Indoor
Yes
No
Small Yard
Yes
No
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
30-80 °F
20-65 °F
Barks/Howls
Below Average
Above Average
Exercise Needs
Golden Retriever
Canadian Eskimo Dog
Energy Level
High
High
Exercise Required
Medium to High
High
Top Running Speed
25 MPH
26 MPH
Strength
High
Medium to High
Grooming Needs
Golden Retriever
Canadian Eskimo Dog
Coat Maintenance
Medium to High
Medium
Shedding
Medium to High
Medium to High
Dander
Medium
Low
Drool
None
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Golden Retriever
Canadian Eskimo Dog
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
No
Independent
No
Yes
Breed Focus
Golden Retriever
Canadian Eskimo Dog
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
Yes
No
Breed Instincts
Golden Retriever
Canadian Eskimo Dog
Aggression
None
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Average
Chasing
Above Average
Average
Follow Commands
Above Average
Average
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
Below Average
Below Average
Herding
Below Average
Average
Hunting
Above Average
Above Average
Protection
Below Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
Below Average
Average
Sled Pulling
Below Average
Above Average
Watch / Guardian
Below Average
Below Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Golden Retriever
Canadian Eskimo Dog
Average Lifespan
10-12 Years
10-15 Years
Health Concerns
Golden Retriever
Canadian Eskimo 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
Bloat
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Arthritis
Heatstroke
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Golden Retriever
Canadian Eskimo Dog
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Double
Smooth
Coat Texture
Wavy
Scruffy
Straight
Coat Length
Medium
Medium
Coat Coloring
Golden Retriever
Canadian Eskimo Dog
Breed Colors
Dark Golden
Dark Golden
Gold
Gold
Light Golden
Light Golden
Gray
Gray
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