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

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

Bold
Independent
Proud
Confident
Intelligent
Steady

Confident
Intelligent
Reliable
Friendly
Kind
Trustworthy

Anatolian Shepherds shed a lot of hair each year, so frequent brushing is essential for reducing shedding and maintaining coat health.

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

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

mastiff-type

Retriever

1800 BC

1800s

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

White
Brindle
Fawn

Fawn
Cream

Anatolian Shepherds have medium-length coats.

Golden Retrievers have longer coats compared to most dogs.

An Anatolian Shepherd can have a litter of 10-13 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 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.

Anatolian Shepherds may have difficulty adjusting to changes in lifestyle and living environments, preferring consistency.

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

Hip And Elbow Dysplasia
Tongue Tie

Elbow Dysplasia
Cataract
Hip Dysplasia

Entropion
Bloat
Hypothyroidism
Dental Disease
Patent Ductus Arteriosus

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

Heart
Thyroid Tests
X-Rays
Eye Examination
Dental Examination

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

Anatolian Shepherds are suitable for those with a balanced lifestyle as they have an average energy level.

Golden Retrievers thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

Anatolian Shepherd has below average social needs and is content with spending time alone.

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

Anatolian Shepherds need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

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

Anatolian Shepherds have moderate energy levels and typical sleep patterns of 12-14 hours per day.

Golden Retrievers are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Anatolian Shepherd is an average drooler, monitor for excessive drooling which may indicate health issues.

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

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

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

Anatolian Shepherd 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.

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

Walk, Herding, Play, Run, Wrestle, Jogging, Fetching, Running, Playing Ball, Hiking

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

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Anatolian Shepherd, it's at least 10 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 Retriever, it's at least 12 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

The Anatolian Shepherd has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

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

Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Dematter
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

The average cost of an Anatolian Shepherd is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

The average cost of a Golden Retriever is somewhere $2.80 - $3.20 per day.

The average per month expenses of an Anatolian Shepherd 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.

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.

Anatolian Shepherd has below average obedience intelligence, but they excel in understanding human emotions.

Golden Retriever is highly intelligent and very trainable.

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

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

The Anatolian Shepherd is not suitable for apartments and requires a large yard to thrive. Pent-up energy in small spaces can lead to destructive behavior.

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

Anatolian Shepherds are not the best choice for families with kids.

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

Anatolian Shepherds are somewhat cat friendly and can be trained to get along with cats.

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

Anatolian Shepherds are not dog-friendly.

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

Anatolian Shepherds are not very stranger friendly.

Golden Retrievers are highly friendly around strangers.

Anatolian Shepherds have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

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

Anatolian Shepherds are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.

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