Active
Friendly
Intelligent
Loving
Affectionate
Good-natured
Protective

Energetic
Protective
Alert
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Responsive
Reliable
Loyal
Kind
Tenacious
Trustworthy

Choose an Australian Shepherd 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.

Golden Border Retrievers make excellent watchdogs - they're vocal and protective of their territory.

United States

United States

Basque Shepherd

Border Collie, Golden Retriever

American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Dog Registry of America Inc.
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
Australian Shepherd Club Of America

DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

1800s

Unknown

Blue
Brown
Amber

Brown
Amber

Black
Brown

Black
Brown

Black
Red
Blue

Fawn
Pied
Red
White

Australian Shepherds have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Golden Border Retrievers have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

Straight

Wavy

An Australian Shepherd 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.

A Golden Border Retriever can have a litter of 5-10 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.

While the Australian Shepherd breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Golden Border 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.

Cataract
Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Hip Dysplasia
CEA
Von Willebrand's Disease

Canine Hip Dysplasia
Bloat

Distichiasis
Deafness
OCD
Nasal Solar Dermatitis
Patent Ductus Arteriosus

Elbow Dysplasia
Cataracts
Sebaceous Adenitis
Glaucoma
Allergies
Epilepsy
Hypothyroidism
Periodontal Disease

Eye
Hip
Blood
Hearing

Physical Examination
Radiographs

Australian Shepherds thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

Golden Border Retrievers' high energy levels make them unsuitable for a low-key dog, choose accordingly.

Australian Shepherd has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

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

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

Golden Border Retrievers require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

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

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

Go to Beach, Walk, Frisbee, Hike, Backpacking, High Five, Speak, Walking, Petting, Sniffing, Tug-of-war, Play, Run, Chase, Jogging, Being chased, Tug of war, Running, Walks, Fetch, Sticks, Toys, Fetching, Napping, Kissing, Jumping, Heel, Squirrel gazing, Stare, Greet humans

Fetch

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Australian Shepherd, it's at least 14 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 Golden Border Retriever, it's at least 12 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Australian Shepherds 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.

In general most Golden Border Retrievers usually need at least 120 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

For an average 55-70 pound (25 - 32 kg) Australian Shepherd feed 2.5 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 50-75 pound (23 - 34 kg) Golden Border Retriever feed 3 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of an Australian Shepherd is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average cost of a Golden Border Retriever is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

The average per month expenses of an Australian Shepherd is between $48 - $63. This makes an average of $576 - $756 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 Golden Border Retriever is between $55 - $63. This makes an average of $660 - $756 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.

Australian Shepherd is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

Golden Border Retriever is highly intelligent and very trainable.

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

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

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

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

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

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

Australian Shepherds are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Golden Border Retrievers are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

Australian Shepherds are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

Golden Border Retrievers are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

The Australian Shepherd is highly intelligent and eager to please, making it a great choice for both novice and experienced dog owners due to its easy trainability.

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