Golden Retriever vs Labrador Retriever

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

Golden Retriever vs Labrador Retriever
Golden Retriever
Labrador Retriever
Golden Retriever
Labrador Retriever
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General Details
Golden Retriever
Labrador Retriever
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
10-12 Years
10-12 Years
Height
21-24 Inches
21-24 Inches
Weight
55-80 Pounds
55-80 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Golden Retriever
Labrador Retriever
Origin Country
United Kingdom
Canada
Origin Year
1865 AD
1700 AD
Temperament
Golden Retriever
Labrador Retriever
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Stranger Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Personality
Golden Retriever
Labrador Retriever
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Loving
Snuggle
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Golden Retriever
Labrador Retriever
Apartment
Yes
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
Yes
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
30-80 °F
30-90 °F
Barks/Howls
Below Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Golden Retriever
Labrador Retriever
Energy Level
High
High
Exercise Required
Medium to High
High
Top Running Speed
25 MPH
20 MPH
Strength
High
High
Grooming Needs
Golden Retriever
Labrador Retriever
Coat Maintenance
Medium to High
Medium
Shedding
Medium to High
High
Dander
Medium
Medium
Drool
None
Medium
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Golden Retriever
Labrador Retriever
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Golden Retriever
Labrador Retriever
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
Yes
Yes
Breed Instincts
Golden Retriever
Labrador Retriever
Aggression
None
None
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Below Average
Chasing
Above Average
Below Average
Follow Commands
Above Average
Average
Fighting
Below Average
None
Guarding
Below Average
None
Herding
Below Average
None
Hunting
Above Average
Above Average
Protection
Below Average
None
Remove Vermin
Below Average
Below Average
Sled Pulling
Below Average
Below Average
Watch / Guardian
Below Average
Below Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Golden Retriever
Labrador Retriever
Average Lifespan
10-12 Years
10-12 Years
Health Concerns
Golden Retriever
Labrador Retriever
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
Ear infections
Progressive retinal atrophy
Epilepsy
Elbow dysplasia
Osteochondritis Dissecans
Tricuspid valve dysplasia
Myopathy
Acute moist dermatitis
Cold tail
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Golden Retriever
Labrador Retriever
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Double
Coat Texture
Wavy
Straight
Coat Length
Medium
Short
Coat Coloring
Golden Retriever
Labrador Retriever
Breed Colors
Dark Golden
Gold
Light Golden
Black
Chocolate
Yellow
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