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

German Pinscher has average risk of obesity, needs daily walks and quality diet to maintain healthy weight.

Confident
Intelligent
Reliable
Friendly
Kind
Trustworthy

Outright
Tempered
Courageous
Loving
Familiar
Lively
Spirited

Golden Retrievers are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

German Pinschers shed very little hair, making them a great choice for those who dislike excess hair in the house.

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

Choose a German Pinscher 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

rattenfanger

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
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

1800s

1600s

Sporting (AKC:1925)
Gun Dog (UKC)

Working (AKC:2003)
Terrier (UKC)

Brown

Hazel
Brown

Black

Black
Brown

Fawn
Cream

Black
Fawn
Red
Brown
Blue

Golden Retrievers have longer coats compared to most dogs.

German Pinschers have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

Straight

Wiry

A Golden Retriever can have a litter of 10-12 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

A German Pinscher can have a litter of 12-15 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

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

German Pinschers have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

Elbow Dysplasia
Cataract
Hip Dysplasia

Hip Dysplasia
Von Willebrand's Disease
Hypothyroidism
Congenital Heart Defect

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

Cataracts

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

Cardiac
Eye
Hip
Dna Test For Vwd
Thyroid Tests

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

German Pinscher 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.

German Pinschers require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

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

German Pinscher minimally drools, ideal for those who dislike drool marks on clothing.

Golden Retriever dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

German Pinschers bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

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

German Pinscher 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

Walking, Petting, Running, Walk, Play, Run, Fetch, Hike

Golden Retrievers are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

German Pinschers are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

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 German Pinscher, it's at least 14 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Golden Retrievers usually need at least 60 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most German Pinschers usually need at least 90 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

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

The German Pinscher is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

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 German Pinscher 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 German Pinscher 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.

German Pinscher has below average obedience intelligence, but they excel in understanding human emotions.

Golden Retrievers have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

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

German Pinschers are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

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

German Pinschers are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

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

German Pinschers are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

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

German Pinschers are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Golden Retrievers are highly friendly around strangers.

German Pinschers are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

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

German Pinschers are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.