Golden Retriever vs Havanese
Side-by-side comparison of the Golden Retriever and Havanese — size, temperament, shedding, trainability, cost, and compatibility ratings.
Quick comparison
Best for families
Golden Retriever
Based on good-with-kids rating
Easier to train
Golden Retriever
Based on trainability rating
Less shedding
Havanese
Based on shedding level
Better for apartments
Havanese
Based on apartment-friendly rating
Lower maintenance
Golden Retriever
Based on grooming needs
Longer lifespan
Havanese
Based on average lifespan
Detailed comparison
Physical traits
| Trait | Golden Retriever | Havanese |
|---|---|---|
| Size | Large | Small |
| Height | 21.5–24″ | 8.5–11.5″ |
| Weight | 55–75 lbs | 7–13 lbs |
| Lifespan | 10–12 yrs | 14–16 yrs |
| Group | Sporting | Toy |
| Coat type | Double coat, long and wavy | Long, silky, wavy, lightweight |
Temperament & behavior
| Trait | Golden Retriever | Havanese |
|---|---|---|
| Energy level | High | Moderate |
| Trainability | Very High | Very High |
| Barking level | Moderate | Moderate |
Compatibility
| Trait | Golden Retriever | Havanese |
|---|---|---|
| Good with kids | Very High | Very High |
| Good with dogs | Very High | Very High |
| Good with cats | High | High |
| Apartment friendly | Low | Very High |
Care requirements
| Trait | Golden Retriever | Havanese |
|---|---|---|
| Shedding | Very High | Very Low |
| Grooming needs | Moderate | High |
| Daily exercise | 60–120 min | 20–40 min |
| Daily food | 2–3 cups | 0.5–1 cups |
| Annual cost | $1 500–$2 800 | $1 100–$1 900 |
Temperament
Golden Retriever
IntelligentFriendlyDevoted
Havanese
IntelligentOutgoingFunny
Common health issues
Golden Retriever
- Hip dysplasia
- Elbow dysplasia
- Cancer
- Heart disease
- Cataracts
Havanese
- Patellar luxation
- Heart murmurs
- Cataracts
- Deafness
- Chondrodysplasia
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