Weights come from the Petboost breed data. Everything else is from the breed standards listed on each breed page, and a field a source does not state is left blank.
| Golden Retriever | German Shepherd | |
|---|---|---|
| Adult weight | 25 to 34 kg | 23 to 41 kg |
| Height | 51 to 61 cm | 58 to 63 cm |
| Lifespan | 10 to 12 years | - |
| Coat | flat or wavy with good feathering, dense water-resisting undercoat | straight, hard, close-lying hair as dense as possible, with thick undercoat |
| Shedding | Not rated | |
| Grooming effort | ||
| Energy | ||
| Trainability | Not rated | |
| Good with children | Not rated | |
| Suits an apartment | Not rated |
On the figures and ratings we hold for these two, no difference is large enough to call. Look at the ratings above for the smaller gaps, and ask a breeder or a vet about the dog in front of you.
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General information, not veterinary advice. Speak with your vet about your own pet.
