Kerry Blue Terrier 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.

While no dogs are truly 100% hypoallergenic, Kerry Blue Terriers are about as close as it gets, making them an ideal pet if you are an allergy sufferer.

Unfortunately, the Golden Retriever is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

Affectionate
Gentle
Spirited
Intelligent
Alert
Loyal
Strong
Willed

Confident
Intelligent
Reliable
Friendly
Kind
Trustworthy

Kerry Blue Terriers shed very little hair, making them a great choice for those who dislike excess hair in the house.

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

Choose a Kerry Blue Terrier 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.

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Retriever

1700s

1800s

Terrier (AKC:1922 & UKC)

Sporting (AKC:1925)
Gun Dog (UKC)

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Gray
Blue

Fawn
Cream

Kerry Blue Terriers have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

Golden Retrievers have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Wavy

Straight

A Kerry Blue Terrier 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 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.

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

Golden 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.

Hip Dysplasia
PNA
Cerebellar Abiotrophy

Elbow Dysplasia
Cataract
Hip Dysplasia

Cataract
Spiculosis
Narrow Palpebral Fissure Distichiasis
Congenital Heart Defect

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

Eye
Hip
X-Rays
MRI
Eye Examination
Physical Examination

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

Kerry Blue Terriers' high energy levels make them unsuitable for a low-key dog, choose accordingly.

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

Kerry Blue Terrier has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

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

Kerry Blue Terriers require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

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

Kerry Blue Terriers sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

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

Kerry Blue Terrier minimally drools, ideal for those who dislike drool marks on clothing.

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

The Kerry Blue Terrier is a vocal breed that frequently barks and howls, and may not be suitable for those seeking a quiet companion.

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

Kerry Blue Terrier 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.

Hike, Fun training, Long walks

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 Kerry Blue Terrier, it's at least 8 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.

Kerry Blue Terriers have high grooming needs, requiring regular trims and professional grooming assistance to keep their coat healthy.

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

Ideally, Kerry Blue Terrier should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Golden Retriever should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Dematter
Deshedder
Clipper
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Dematter
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

For an average 33-40 pound (15 - 18 kg) Kerry Blue Terrier 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 65-75 pound (29 - 34 kg) Golden 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 a Kerry Blue Terrier is somewhere $2.50 - $3.20 per day.

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

The average per month expenses of a Kerry Blue Terrier is between $74 - $95. This makes an average of $888 - $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.

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.

Kerry Blue Terrier is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

Golden Retriever is highly intelligent and very trainable.

Kerry Blue Terriers make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

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

Kerry Blue Terriers are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

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

Kerry Blue Terriers 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.

Kerry Blue Terriers are less friendly towards other dogs, but can improve with socialization.

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

Kerry Blue Terriers are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Golden Retrievers are highly friendly around strangers.

Kerry Blue Terriers are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

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