Golden Retriever tends to gain weight easily, needs increased exercise and playtime along with controlled food intake.

Dogo Argentino has average obesity risk, needs balanced diet, daily walks, and weight monitoring.

Confident
Intelligent
Reliable
Friendly
Kind
Trustworthy

Sociable
Loyal
Protective
Tolerant
Loving

Golden Retrievers are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

Choose a Dogo Argentino if you want a top-notch watchdog. This breed takes guarding seriously, and may not require much training, though obedience or guard dog training can improve their skills.

Retriever

mastiff, cordoba fighting dog

American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club

American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
National Kennel Club
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Federacion Cinologica Argentina
Backwoods Bulldog Club

1800s

1920s

Sporting (AKC:1925)
Gun Dog (UKC)

Working
Guardian Dog (UKC)

Brown

Brown
Amber

Black

Black

Fawn
Cream

White

Golden Retrievers have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Dogo Argentinos have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

Golden Retrievers are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

Dogo Argentinos have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

Golden Retrievers typically have low vet costs due to their good health, but it's important to monitor their health and seek vet care when necessary.

Dogo Argentinos are susceptible to health issues like all breeds, so it's important to monitor their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

Elbow Dysplasia
Cataract
Hip Dysplasia

About 10% Of Dogs Are Born Deaf
Hypothyroidism

Entropion
Trichiasis
Cardiomyopathy
Vwd
Allergies
Pyotraumaticdermatitis
Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis
Osteochondritis Dissecans
Bleeding Disorder

Glaucoma
Laryngeal Paralysis

Cardiac
Eye
Hip
Elbow
Blood
Dna Test For Vwd
X-Rays
Physical Examination

Eye
Hearing
Skeletal
Thyroid Tests
Eye Examination

Golden Retrievers thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

Dogo Argentinos' high energy levels make them unsuitable for a low-key dog, choose accordingly.

Golden Retriever has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

Dogo Argentino has average social needs and is less independent than other breeds.

Golden Retrievers need high physical activity and are ideal for active individuals, but not suitable for sedentary lifestyles or small apartments.

Dogo Argentinos require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

Golden Retrievers are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Dogo Argentinos sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

Golden Retriever drools quite a bit, consider a different breed if drool is unappealing.

Dogo Argentino is an average drooler, monitor for excessive drooling which may indicate health issues.

While Golden Retriever dogs can defend their territory or owners, it's not their primary trait, and they are not ideal guard dogs.

Dogo Argentino dogs are highly protective and make excellent guard dogs due to their strong instinct to defend their territory and owners, and their high level of vigilance.

Hike, Swim, Run, Running, Jumping, Fetch, Sniffing, Walking, Kisses, Being pet, Go to Park, Walk, Play, Bath time, Ball, Playing, Petting, Digging, Chewing, Sticks, Belly rubs, Cuddling, Hugs, Dog Parks, Eating Snacks, Playdate, Tug-of-war, Exploring, Walks, Walkin

None, Walking, Finding sticks, Running, Sniffing, Fetch, Tug-of-war, Jumping, Walk, Snuggling, Dog Parks, Doggie daycare, Swimming, Attack

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Golden Retriever, it's at least 12 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Dogo Argentino, it's at least 10 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

The Golden Retriever requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

The Dogo Argentino has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

Pin Brush
Dematter
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

The average cost of a Golden Retriever is somewhere $2.80 - $3.20 per day.

The average cost of a Dogo Argentino is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Golden Retriever is between $84 - $95. This makes an average of $1008 - $1140 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of a Dogo Argentino is between $55 - $73. This makes an average of $660 - $876 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

Golden Retriever is highly intelligent and very trainable.

Dogo Argentino is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

Golden Retrievers can do well in apartments with enough exercise and time outside, but a small yard would be ideal.

The Dogo Argentino is not suitable for apartments and requires a large yard to thrive. Pent-up energy in small spaces can lead to destructive behavior.

Golden Retrievers make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

Dogo Argentinos have an average level of friendliness towards children.

Golden Retrievers are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

Dogo Argentinos are not cat friendly.

Golden Retrievers are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

Dogo Argentinos are not dog-friendly.

Golden Retrievers are highly friendly around strangers.

Dogo Argentinos are not very stranger friendly.

Golden Retrievers are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.

Dogo Argentinos have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

Golden Retrievers are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.

Dogo Argentinos are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.