Golden Retriever vs Phu Quoc Ridgeback

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

Golden Retriever vs Phu Quoc Ridgeback
Golden Retriever
Phu Quoc Ridgeback
Golden Retriever
Phu Quoc Ridgeback
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General Details
Golden Retriever
Phu Quoc Ridgeback
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
10-12 Years
14-16 Years
Height
21-24 Inches
17½-21¼ Inches
Weight
55-80 Pounds
30-55 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Golden Retriever
Phu Quoc Ridgeback
Origin Country
United Kingdom
Vietnam
Origin Year
1865 AD
1600 AD
Temperament
Golden Retriever
Phu Quoc Ridgeback
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Above Average
Average
Stranger Friendly
Above Average
Average
Personality
Golden Retriever
Phu Quoc Ridgeback
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Willing to Please
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Golden Retriever
Phu Quoc Ridgeback
Apartment
Yes
No
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
No
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
30-80 °F
40-90 °F
Barks/Howls
Below Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Golden Retriever
Phu Quoc Ridgeback
Energy Level
High
High to Very High
Exercise Required
Medium to High
Medium to High
Top Running Speed
25 MPH
22 MPH
Strength
High
High
Grooming Needs
Golden Retriever
Phu Quoc Ridgeback
Coat Maintenance
Medium to High
Low
Shedding
Medium to High
Medium
Dander
Medium
Medium
Drool
None
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Golden Retriever
Phu Quoc Ridgeback
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
No
Independent
No
Yes
Breed Focus
Golden Retriever
Phu Quoc Ridgeback
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
Yes
Yes
Breed Instincts
Golden Retriever
Phu Quoc Ridgeback
Aggression
None
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Below Average
Chasing
Above Average
Average
Follow Commands
Above Average
Average
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
Below Average
Above Average
Herding
Below Average
Below Average
Hunting
Above Average
Above Average
Protection
Below Average
Average
Remove Vermin
Below Average
Average
Sled Pulling
Below Average
None
Watch / Guardian
Below Average
Above Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Golden Retriever
Phu Quoc Ridgeback
Average Lifespan
10-12 Years
14-16 Years
Health Concerns
Golden Retriever
Phu Quoc Ridgeback
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
Hip dysplasia
Patellar luxation
Arthritis
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Golden Retriever
Phu Quoc Ridgeback
Coat Type
Fur
Hair
Coat Layering
Double
Smooth
Coat Texture
Wavy
Straight
Coat Length
Medium
Short
Coat Coloring
Golden Retriever
Phu Quoc Ridgeback
Breed Colors
Dark Golden
Dark Golden
Gold
Gold
Light Golden
Light Golden
Black
Black
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