You’ve narrowed down your search for a dog to a Golden Retriever or an Australian Shepherd.
Need a little more help to make the final decision?
Both Golden Retrievers and Australian Shepherds are very smart dogs, historically developed to work closely and cooperatively with people, though in different ways.
They also have qualities that make them pretty different from each other, so you’ll want to look closely at each breed’s traits so you can determine the best match for your lifestyle and personality.
This article will start with an overview of each breed, and then compare the two on a variety of categories, including:
- Energy levels
- Lifestyle
- Trainability
- How much they bark
- How good they are with kids
- How good they are with other dogs and other animals
- And more!
Golden Retriever Overview
Goldens are friendly, intelligent dogs who live for the companionship of their people.