Golden Retriever vs Manchester Terrier

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

Golden Retriever vs Manchester Terrier
Golden Retriever
Manchester Terrier
Golden Retriever
Manchester Terrier
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General Details
Golden Retriever
Manchester Terrier
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
10-12 Years
14-16 Years
Height
21-24 Inches
13-17 Inches
Weight
55-80 Pounds
10-22 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Average
History
Golden Retriever
Manchester Terrier
Origin Country
United Kingdom
United Kingdom
Origin Year
1865 AD
1820 AD
Temperament
Golden Retriever
Manchester Terrier
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Average
Pet Friendly
Above Average
Average
Stranger Friendly
Above Average
Average
Personality
Golden Retriever
Manchester Terrier
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Jealous
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Snuggle
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Golden Retriever
Manchester Terrier
Apartment
Yes
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
No
Medium Yard
Yes
No
Large Yard
Yes
No
Temperature Tolerance
30-80 °F
60-85 °F
Barks/Howls
Below Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Golden Retriever
Manchester Terrier
Energy Level
High
High
Exercise Required
Medium to High
High
Top Running Speed
25 MPH
28 MPH
Strength
High
High
Grooming Needs
Golden Retriever
Manchester Terrier
Coat Maintenance
Medium to High
Low
Shedding
Medium to High
Medium
Dander
Medium
Low
Drool
None
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Golden Retriever
Manchester Terrier
Dominant / Alpha
No
Yes
Family / Pack
Yes
No
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Golden Retriever
Manchester Terrier
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
Yes
No
Breed Instincts
Golden Retriever
Manchester Terrier
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
Below Average
Hunting
Above Average
Average
Protection
Below Average
Average
Remove Vermin
Below Average
Above Average
Sled Pulling
Below Average
None
Watch / Guardian
Below Average
Above Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Golden Retriever
Manchester Terrier
Average Lifespan
10-12 Years
14-16 Years
Health Concerns
Golden Retriever
Manchester Terrier
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
Cataracts
Von willebrand's disease
Patellar luxation
Legg-Calve-Perthes disease
Hypothyroidism
Glaucoma
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Golden Retriever
Manchester Terrier
Coat Type
Fur
Hair
Coat Layering
Double
Single
Smooth
Coat Texture
Wavy
Silky
Straight
Coat Length
Medium
Short
Coat Coloring
Golden Retriever
Manchester Terrier
Breed Colors
Dark Golden
Dark Golden
Gold
Gold
Light Golden
Light Golden
Black
Black
Black and Tan
Black and Tan
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