Golden Retriever vs Saint Bernard

Make an informed decision by comparing these breeds side by side

Golden Retriever

Golden Retriever

Sporting Group

Friendly, intelligent, and devoted family companions

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Saint Bernard

Saint Bernard

Working Group

Gentle, patient rescue dogs known for their massive size and loving nature

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Quick Stats: Golden Retriever

Energy Level

High/10

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Intelligence

/10

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Apartment Living

/10

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Kid Friendly

/10

Quick Stats: Saint Bernard

Energy Level

Moderate/10

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Intelligence

/10

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Apartment Living

/10

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Kid Friendly

/10

Overall Comparison

Best Suited For

  • All Types of Homes

!Challenges

  • No Major Challenges

Best Suited For

  • All Types of Homes

!Challenges

  • No Major Challenges
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Basic Information

Breed Group

Sporting Group

Breed Group

Working Group

Size

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Size

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Weight

55-75 pounds

Weight

120-180 pounds

Height

21-24 inches

Height

26-30 inches

Life Expectancy

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Life Expectancy

N/A

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Temperament & Personality

Temperament

FriendlyIntelligentGentleConfidentTrustworthy

Temperament

GentlePatientFriendlyCalmWatchful

Family Friendly

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Family Friendly

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Kid Friendly

N/A

Kid Friendly

N/A

Pet Friendly

N/A

Pet Friendly

N/A

Intelligence

N/A

Intelligence

N/A

Care Requirements

Energy Level

High

Energy Level

Moderate

Exercise Needs

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Exercise Needs

N/A

Grooming

N/A

Grooming

N/A

Training

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Training

N/A

Shedding

Heavy

Shedding

Heavy

Health & Maintenance

Health Concerns

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Health Concerns

N/A

Dietary Needs

N/A

Dietary Needs

N/A

Adaptability

N/A

Adaptability

N/A

Apartment Living

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Apartment Living

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