Golden Retriever vs Caucasian Shepherd Dog

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

Golden Retriever vs Caucasian Shepherd Dog
Golden Retriever
Caucasian Shepherd Dog
Golden Retriever
Caucasian Shepherd Dog
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General Details
Golden Retriever
Caucasian Shepherd Dog
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
10-12 Years
10-12 Years
Height
21-24 Inches
25-28 Inches
Weight
55-80 Pounds
80-180 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Golden Retriever
Caucasian Shepherd Dog
Origin Country
United Kingdom
Georgia
Origin Year
1865 AD
-500 BC
Temperament
Golden Retriever
Caucasian Shepherd Dog
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Below Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Average
Pet Friendly
Above Average
None
Stranger Friendly
Above Average
None
Personality
Golden Retriever
Caucasian Shepherd Dog
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Willing to Please
Aggressive
Loving
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Golden Retriever
Caucasian Shepherd Dog
Apartment
Yes
No
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
Yes
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
30-80 °F
20-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Below Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Golden Retriever
Caucasian Shepherd Dog
Energy Level
High
High
Exercise Required
Medium to High
High to Very High
Top Running Speed
25 MPH
24 MPH
Strength
High
Very High
Grooming Needs
Golden Retriever
Caucasian Shepherd Dog
Coat Maintenance
Medium to High
High
Shedding
Medium to High
High to Very High
Dander
Medium
Medium to High
Drool
None
Medium
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Golden Retriever
Caucasian Shepherd Dog
Dominant / Alpha
No
Yes
Family / Pack
Yes
No
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Golden Retriever
Caucasian Shepherd Dog
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
Yes
No
Breed Instincts
Golden Retriever
Caucasian Shepherd Dog
Aggression
None
Above Average
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Below Average
Chasing
Above Average
Average
Follow Commands
Above Average
Below Average
Fighting
Below Average
Above Average
Guarding
Below Average
Above Average
Herding
Below Average
Average
Hunting
Above Average
Below Average
Protection
Below Average
Above Average
Remove Vermin
Below Average
Below Average
Sled Pulling
Below Average
Below Average
Watch / Guardian
Below Average
Above Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Golden Retriever
Caucasian Shepherd Dog
Average Lifespan
10-12 Years
10-12 Years
Health Concerns
Golden Retriever
Caucasian Shepherd 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
Hip dysplasia
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Golden Retriever
Caucasian Shepherd Dog
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Double
Coat Texture
Wavy
Wooly
Coat Length
Medium
Long
Coat Coloring
Golden Retriever
Caucasian Shepherd Dog
Breed Colors
Dark Golden
Dark Golden
Gold
Gold
Light Golden
Light Golden
Black
Black
Cream
Cream
Fawn
Fawn
Gray
Gray
Red
Red
Tan
Tan
White
White
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