Golden Retriever vs Native American Indian Dog

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

Golden Retriever vs Native American Indian Dog
Golden Retriever
Native American Indian Dog
Golden Retriever
Native American Indian Dog
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General Details
Golden Retriever
Native American Indian Dog
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
10-12 Years
14-19 Years
Height
21-24 Inches
23-34 Inches
Weight
55-80 Pounds
55-120 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Golden Retriever
Native American Indian Dog
Origin Country
United Kingdom
United States
Origin Year
1865 AD
1500 AD
Temperament
Golden Retriever
Native American Indian Dog
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
Native American Indian Dog
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Loving
Snuggle
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Golden Retriever
Native American Indian Dog
Apartment
Yes
Yes
Indoor
Yes
No
Small Yard
Yes
No
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
30-80 °F
20-70 °F
Barks/Howls
Below Average
Below Average
Exercise Needs
Golden Retriever
Native American Indian Dog
Energy Level
High
High
Exercise Required
Medium to High
High
Top Running Speed
25 MPH
28 MPH
Strength
High
Medium to High
Grooming Needs
Golden Retriever
Native American Indian Dog
Coat Maintenance
Medium to High
Low to Medium
Shedding
Medium to High
Low to Medium
Dander
Medium
None to Low
Drool
None
None
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Golden Retriever
Native American Indian Dog
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Golden Retriever
Native American Indian Dog
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
Yes
Yes
Breed Instincts
Golden Retriever
Native American Indian Dog
Aggression
None
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Average
Chasing
Above Average
Average
Follow Commands
Above Average
Average
Fighting
Below Average
Average
Guarding
Below Average
Average
Herding
Below Average
Average
Hunting
Above Average
Above Average
Protection
Below Average
Average
Remove Vermin
Below Average
Average
Sled Pulling
Below Average
Above Average
Watch / Guardian
Below Average
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Golden Retriever
Native American Indian Dog
Average Lifespan
10-12 Years
14-19 Years
Health Concerns
Golden Retriever
Native American Indian 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
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Golden Retriever
Native American Indian Dog
Coat Type
Fur
Hair
Coat Layering
Double
Double
Coat Texture
Wavy
Straight
Wooly
Coat Length
Medium
Medium
Coat Coloring
Golden Retriever
Native American Indian Dog
Breed Colors
Dark Golden
Dark Golden
Gold
Gold
Light Golden
Light Golden
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