Golden Retriever vs Pug

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

Golden Retriever vs Pug
Golden Retriever
Pug
Golden Retriever
Pug
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General Details
Golden Retriever
Pug
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
10-12 Years
12-15 Years
Height
21-24 Inches
10-14 Inches
Weight
55-80 Pounds
13-20 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Below Average
History
Golden Retriever
Pug
Origin Country
United Kingdom
China
Origin Year
1865 AD
-206 BC
Temperament
Golden Retriever
Pug
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
Pug
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Jealous
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Snuggle
Stubborn
Living Environment
Golden Retriever
Pug
Apartment
Yes
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
No
Medium Yard
Yes
No
Large Yard
Yes
No
Temperature Tolerance
30-80 °F
55-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Below Average
Below Average
Exercise Needs
Golden Retriever
Pug
Energy Level
High
Low
Exercise Required
Medium to High
Low
Top Running Speed
25 MPH
12 MPH
Strength
High
Low
Grooming Needs
Golden Retriever
Pug
Coat Maintenance
Medium to High
High
Shedding
Medium to High
High
Dander
Medium
High
Drool
None
None
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Golden Retriever
Pug
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Golden Retriever
Pug
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
Yes
No
Breed Instincts
Golden Retriever
Pug
Aggression
None
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Below Average
Chasing
Above Average
Below Average
Follow Commands
Above Average
Below Average
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
Below Average
Below Average
Herding
Below Average
Below Average
Hunting
Above Average
Below Average
Protection
Below Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
Below Average
Below Average
Sled Pulling
Below Average
None
Watch / Guardian
Below Average
Below Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Golden Retriever
Pug
Average Lifespan
10-12 Years
12-15 Years
Health Concerns
Golden Retriever
Pug
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
Entropion
Hip dysplasia
Patellar luxation
Legg-Calve-Perthes disease
Progressive retinal atrophy
Allergies
Epilepsy
Corneal ulcer
Proptosis
Distichiasis
Dry eye
Cheyletiella dermatitis
Pug dog encephalitis
Nerve degeneration
Demodectic mange
Staph infection
Yeast infection
Hemivertebra
Vaccination sensitivity
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Golden Retriever
Pug
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Double
Coat Texture
Wavy
Straight
Coat Length
Medium
Short
Coat Coloring
Golden Retriever
Pug
Breed Colors
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