Golden Retriever vs Polish Tatra Sheepdog

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

Golden Retriever vs Polish Tatra Sheepdog
Golden Retriever
Polish Tatra Sheepdog
Golden Retriever
Polish Tatra Sheepdog
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General Details
Golden Retriever
Polish Tatra Sheepdog
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
10-12 Years
10-12 Years
Height
21-24 Inches
24-28 Inches
Weight
55-80 Pounds
80-130 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Golden Retriever
Polish Tatra Sheepdog
Origin Country
United Kingdom
Poland
Origin Year
1865 AD
1000 AD
Temperament
Golden Retriever
Polish Tatra Sheepdog
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Average
Pet Friendly
Above Average
Average
Stranger Friendly
Above Average
Below Average
Personality
Golden Retriever
Polish Tatra Sheepdog
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Willing to Please
Loving
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Golden Retriever
Polish Tatra Sheepdog
Apartment
Yes
No
Indoor
Yes
No
Small Yard
Yes
Yes
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
30-80 °F
15-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Below Average
Above Average
Exercise Needs
Golden Retriever
Polish Tatra Sheepdog
Energy Level
High
High
Exercise Required
Medium to High
High
Top Running Speed
25 MPH
18 MPH
Strength
High
Very High
Grooming Needs
Golden Retriever
Polish Tatra Sheepdog
Coat Maintenance
Medium to High
Medium to High
Shedding
Medium to High
High
Dander
Medium
Medium
Drool
None
None
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Golden Retriever
Polish Tatra Sheepdog
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
No
Independent
No
Yes
Breed Focus
Golden Retriever
Polish Tatra Sheepdog
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
Yes
Yes
Breed Instincts
Golden Retriever
Polish Tatra Sheepdog
Aggression
None
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
None
Chasing
Above Average
None
Follow Commands
Above Average
Below Average
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
Below Average
Above Average
Herding
Below Average
Above 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
Polish Tatra Sheepdog
Average Lifespan
10-12 Years
10-12 Years
Health Concerns
Golden Retriever
Polish Tatra Sheepdog
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
Polish Tatra Sheepdog
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Double
Coat Texture
Wavy
Wavy
Wooly
Coat Length
Medium
Long
Coat Coloring
Golden Retriever
Polish Tatra Sheepdog
Breed Colors
Dark Golden
Dark Golden
Gold
Gold
Light Golden
Light Golden
Solid White
Solid White
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