Golden Retriever vs German Shepherd - Which one should you get?
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- Golden Retrievers and German Shepherds are one of the most popular dogs around the world. Making a choice between them can be tough. So in this video, we will compare both breeds and find out which one's better for you.
Time Stamps:
0:00 Introduction
0:29 History of Golden Retrievers
0:41 History of German Shepherds
0:50 Size of German Shepherds
1:04 Size of Golden Retrievers
1:24 Grooming Requirements of Golden Retrievers and German Shepherds
1:51 Vocals
2:18 Temperament of Golden Retrievers
2:37 Temperament of German Shepherds
2:55 Aggression in German Shepherds
3:08 Aggression in Golden Retrievers
3:25 Exercise Requirements of Golden Retrievers and German Shepherds
3:43 Intelligence of Golden Retrievers
3:52 Intelligence of German Shepherds
4:17 Behavioral Problems of Golden Retrievers
4:39 Behavioral Problems of German Shepherds
4:50 Conclusion
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Being a Golden Retriever Owner I can tell that it's not as easy as it seems to raise a Goldie. Even though they are one of the most intelligent and gentle dogs, there are quite a few challenges that every new parent goes through. So I decided to share all the advice and tips for raising a Golden Retriever.
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I love both breeds, extremely loving and very comfortable with the owner. German shepherd's are protective, golden retrieve are playful. I want to have both. Lovely dogs to have as pets.
which one of them drools the most?
I have a Goldu whom I have named "Google", thinking that he will find (search) things for me once he grows up. He is less than 3 months old now, and I have raised a GSD earlier too. So, I think that they are both extremely wonderful dogs breeds. GSD is definitely a much more risk taking and much more sensitive dog than a golden retriever, which in itself is an experience that can only be felt and SO difficult to describe. I mean my GSD would always know that someone is coming without a doubt and will always be waiting for that. Whereas this boy is just SO SO SO loving and adorable. They both are active dogs, but a Goldu is much more likely to understand your situation and feelings. So if you want someone to understand you and want to see someone to make your day then go for a Golden Retriever, but if you want someone to do anything for you and to be waiting for you when you come home then go for a GSD. Which breed I love more - without any doubt GSD, they are difficult to handle but will give you the best time of your life.
that's a terrible name
Which is better'for apartment
@@aussielad26 I think it's a great name!
Thank you for perfectly describing that. I'm looking for a new psychiatric service pup & I'm thinking golden (all my previous dogs were gsd or gsd mixes) & they just don't have that level of emotional intelligence that goldens do. Personally I think GSDS are better for mobility & utility work while retriever breeds are better medical & psychiatric dogs.
@@AthenaShelly my dear, dogs are so sensitive they are not the same as humans. Their level of emotion is very different than that of us. In fact even we humans have separation anxiety which we call solitary living and it is discouraged by our elders.
The difference between leaving a Golden Retriever alone and a GSD alone is quite different. When a Golden Retriever is left alone he will tear your papers and your clothes but if a GSD is left alone then he will and can tear your furniture and doors.
So, you may think that it's better to have a golden retriever, but having a GSD is a very different feeling altogether. I was raised with two elder sisters and when my eldest sister got married my dad brought a GSD puppy the very next day, his logic was one family member is gone so she must be replaced with another one.
He was very different from this golden retriever boy, but trust me I still love him more him.
German Shepherds will love you more and we will love Golden Retrievers more. Maybe that's the biggest difference.
I've been around German Shepherds all my life but I had a Golden in my teenage years who was the sweetest, most fun loving dog. She was a fantastic companion with a brilliant sense of humour and she never failed to put a smile on my face, even when I was going through some pretty dark times.
Both Germans and Goldens are top tier "man's best friend" kind of dogs and it's easy to see why they're both so popular. GSD's aren't the best choice for new dog owners though and you'll want some hands on experience before you get one.
Thx yeah I've never had a dog and I am planing to have one
GSd looks aggressive and scary dog.. GR are friendlier and sweet dogs and attention seeker dogs
I have a GSD and Two Golden Retrievers (Total 3 Canine companions). I love em all the most ❤️❤️❤️
We have a 7 and a half year old Golden that we couldn't live without. She can practically understand anything that's said to her. "look what's in your bowl, Pebbles," and off she trots to the kitchen to investigate. Or going outside for a walk and I say we're going in the car, she immediately veers in the direction of the car. When my grandson visits she hangs around with him, protecting him and keeping an eye - like she's guarding him. She is precious.....
I have a GR. I have him since he was 5 wks old 🥰and he is now 10 wks🥰. I’m loving every minute with him !!!
Yes every minute is worth it :)
5 weeks old is too early to separate a golden puppy from its mother and litter mates to go to a new home. They learn socialization and how to play with their litter mates. 7 weeks should be the minimum.
German shepherd Is my choice ,have a strong connect to this breed & grew up with them ,the latest addition is the 3rd one in our family...in the past 3 decades an awesome loyal breed.....🙏🏾
I love goldens . They are so playful and very greedy on food 😊
Haha that is surely correct :)
I would love to have BOTH! I've been around animals all my life. Not in a professional sense but just street smarts. Love them both!!
I actually have got both of them and it’s been an absolute fun ride…both give the perfect balance of family and guard dog and are best buddies…but small caveat - high grooming required
Thanks for making this video, I love both golden retrievers and German shepherds, but i think I will stick with goldies :)
Me too
My brothers getting a german and I am getting a golden
@@Patatoacter Alsations are a lot better than golden.
@@PreservationEnthusiast but goldens are better because I live in a hot country where alsations are rare
Same
Both are such a beautiful breeds😍
Nicely explained. Thank you.
Glad you liked it
Golden is a nice dog but my preference is a dog that protects and serves, for those reasons you can't beat a German shepherd
Ty for the video!
I have two goldens! Both are the same age and I haven’t been happier!!!
Goldens: I have one and he is very cautious of strangers, he is not friendly to dogs that come up to him on a walk. My golden is broken apparently 😂 I would fully expect him to attack somebody if they broke into our home, and I appreciate that about him ❤️
I have both and they get along fine, even though my GR demands my attention,
(by the way your 9 signs of love video.... Spot on!)
Shedding times are crazy too!
But I must say, it is FUN to have a Golden Retriever!
*subscribes*
Thanks a lot :)
I have owned several Golden Retrievers, all were FANTASTIC dogs!!! I have had only one German Sheperd when I was very young, she was a little too rough for us so we eventually gave her away. Both breeds love being with you but as the video points out the German Sheperds are more agressive with strangers which I did not like but some Goldens can be also. A lot of it is how you train them, they both are good learners and will adapt to what you want if given time. Since most my experience has been with Goldens, I naturally tend to stick with them. I also have traveled extensively with my Goldens, they were all wonderful and would go with me ANYWHERE, ANYTIME! THE ONLY DOWN SIDE TO OWNING A GOLDEN (or any dog) IS HAVING TO DEAL WITH THEIR PASSING, IT WILL RIP YOUR HEART OUT!!! Enoy them for all the years they are with you, but remember, they don't get to stay with us for as long as we would LIKE!!! It is BRUTAL SAYING GOODBYE AT THE END! MANY TEARS WILL FLOW!!!!!!!!!!! IF YOU HAVE TROUBLE DEALING WITH DEATH, I DON'T RECOMMEND YOU GETTING A DOG WHO WILL BECOME YOUR BEST FRIEND IN THIS WORLD IF TREATED WITH LOVE, PATIENCE AND RESPECT!!!!!!!!!!!!
Early! I love golden retrievers so much!😊❤️
We have a golden girl of 11 months. I wouldn't bet my last dollar that she won't bite a stranger if need be. That dog's as sweet as can be with a smile that can melt hearts, but she's protective of my girlfriend and I. Couple of weeks ago I can home in the middle of the night while my gf was asleep and our little goldi barked and growled when she heard someone at the door.
This is an easy decision, you get one of each, problem solved, twice the fun, twice the love
I’m getting a GR soon @ 16weeks and am so excited !
You're every video is very helpful and useful 👍👍☺️
Glad to hear that :)
Love my Golden more than anything. So cuddly, clever and unbeguiling. This is a great vid for someone who is not sure which breed to fit with their family. Thx heaps for sharing. 🥰
My favourite channel ❣️ I love golden retriever so much
We had Labrador Retrievers for years. Now we have Shiloh Shepherds, an offshoot breed based mainly on old world German Shepherds. They're larger, floofier, and share some of the Golden Retriever's more laid back outlook on life.
I selected both and I love ❤ them so much
I've had both and the biggest differences come down to the work they were bred to do. Retrievers need humans to have a job. They have very little natural incentive to be difficult or go against the grain other than a tendency to mischievousness (mine loved shredding the garbage) to nudge their humans to be more involved from time to time. Shepherds are more complicated in my opinion because their work is wrapped up in their pack instincts. They have to protect and guide the weakest members of their pack on the one hand and follow their pack leader on the other. A Shepherd expects you to be a leader worth following, and you will have a problem on your hands if your Shepherd decides you're a sheep who needs herding instead. They need consistent leadership from their humans, not even so much as in their schedule as in the way certain things (feeding, signaling to eliminate, how they have to behave on walks, at the park, etc.) are done and what behavior is expected of them for a given task. With a Shepherd, you should be ready to go with them from Day 1 because they aren't built to wait for your learning curve. A retriever is much more forgiving of that curve. Both are fantastically smart and affectionate in their own way, and sadly, both are overbred and have a tendency towards heartbreaking health problems, so be extremely discriminating in choosing a breeder in either case.
That was well said
Given the choice, a GS 100%. My uncle trained GS for our police force, and he had 2-4 huge ones at all times with him, and when I was young, when we were all camping, I remember being absolutly dazzled, and entertained, when he would show off his dogs Skills, and get me to "take anything, any size" and go hide it in the woods. Damn, the dogs would come back in seconds with the hair clip, or whatever...and I was "sure" they were not finding the thing. And they are super protective, they held a Meter reader hostage in their yard up against the house wall all day in the sun until my aunt or uncle got home from work. (before cel phones invented)😂😂🐶
I want a german Shepard because my father grew up with one and says it's realy loyal,brave,kind and helpful ,
No offense but Golden retriever too have a great vocals...
I have one...he uses it for communication and warns us if someone or other animals enter our place 😀😀
Golden Retrievers are Definitely the sweetest and love to retrieve, German Shepherds are Sweet and Loyal too, Golden Retriever = friend for visitors.
German Shepherd = Guard dog EDIT: Don't Forget Rottweilers, They are kinda like German Shepherds and may even be more protective if u want a rly good guard dog
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@@youtubehub8214 lol
Very good video,😊
No matter what I want a golden. They seem cute, and like cuddle bugs , they also seem funny and I'm willing to be with them. I live in the Caribbean so finding one here will be difficult and expensive. When I don't have time I'll leave him or her with my sister ( she loves dogs she'll be more than happy to care for it.)
We have a Golden Shepard. Best of both worlds!
I love both 😊🤗
Hi! Retriever care! May I ask you nicely :) that May you make a “Australien Shepherds vs Golden Retrievers? Point Game, I really need to choose one of them..Thank you!
My two favorite breeds. Just make sure your dog comes from healthy lines, that parents have necessary clearances. Buy a good vacuum.
Yes totally agreed.
No vacuum can extract GSD hair from textiles. And GSDs undercoat sheds twice a year: from winter to summer and from summer to winter.
I love golden retriever because they are friendly and intelligent
I like greman sheperds yy because they r the loyal breeds and they will love there onwers more then hin
🤔i'm not sure yet but the video helped thanks 🙂
Bruh, now I’m glad I chose the right dogs and know why they bark a lot, I have both dogs😂, they sometimes bark at each other, but other times they act wholesome with each other☺️
They comfort me when I cry(sometimes both but most of the time only one does) I named them Charlie and ace(ace for German Shepard, Charlie for golden retriever, they’re so cute☺️😁
Charlie is a girl and ace is a boy
Golden !! I’m super happy . She is really friendly and smart !
I have a 5yr old shepherd & a 12 week old Golden, they are true friends & give plenty of love. Both are females.
They are my fav breeds in the world
I love these both dogs but I like goldens than German Shepherds...
And Can you make a video about the Japanese spitz...
what should I feed my baby golden retriever
I have both the breeds. Best of both worlds... ❤️
Witch one is better to stay in the outside area of the house?
My dog is a mix of these two.
Highly intelligent and is so excited to figure out what I'm asking him to do and when I figure out what he's asking of me.
He does tend to be very defensive against anything going on within his self identified perimeter, (which is way bigger than our yard), but usually responds to "its ok"...for a few minutes at least.
Interesting thing, he's the first dog I've ever had that, if he is sick at the stomach, will hop into the bathtub to throw up when he can't get outside.
Every other dog I've had would do it where they were at the time and try to hide it.
I never trained him for that but damn, it makes clean up easy. I don't even know how you would train a dog to do something like that. Anyone know? He's getting old and its a thing I'd certainly like my next dog to know to do.
If you figure out how to train dogs to do this, you'll make a fortune.
I think your dog is gifted sir
I'm getting a golden retriever cuz we are in an apartment... That's the reason... But i love German Shepherd the most in the comparison of these two.
I have both, 5 yrs old female shepherd & 16 week old Golden female, best of both worlds .
Our German Shepherd is about to have a litter of Golden Shepherd's. They will be here around the 1st or 2nd week of November here in Indiana.
There is no "better". Comes down to preference.
I would get a golden over a Shepard any day
I have both. Lucky me.😁
I love them both but if i must choose it will be a Golden Retriever.
Alright great choice :)
@@RetrieverCare I got mine in September
What if, You are blessed with both 💪🏼😊
That would be so great :)
I have one of each and wouldn’t have it any other way!!
GSD
I love golden retriever amazing dog breed
Get both! 😀
Got a golden pup big had full but all worth it but it has a sharp play bite on my other dog (and he’s very short tempered) what do I do? How do I stop this?
After seeing this video I wanted to buy golden retriever I like them thank you
I have both of them
Both are the best breeds
I have both of them❤
my golden is just the opposite of the typical golden retriever. :(
I'd have one of each plus a Newfoundland. Get them as 8 week puppies, get them social with each other and keep the exercise constant, along with good diet. Its not the dog, its always the human guardian.
Haha correct!
Guys I'm so not sure what to get a German or a golden retriever for like playing and leash walking and playing fetch ( comment what to vote for)
But German Shepherd and collie would be my next choice :)
A note on the aggression segment: Both breeds have the potential to be aggressive! In the dog training industry, we sometimes call golden retrievers "golden deceivers" because of the aggression some individuals show. Goldens are actually one of the most common breeds to bite someone partly because everyone expects them to be super friendly.
On the other hand, we have seen a lot more fear behavior from pet line shepherds in recent years, which can lead to fear aggression.
Working shepherds, especially Czech lines are significantly more likely to show suspicious behavior and forward aggression, so please do your research and work with a trainer if you are getting a working shepherd.
All of these dogs have the potential to be wonderful companions, but please make sure you understand what you are getting when you buy a puppy. MEET THE PARENTS!!!!!!! Seeing a picture is not enough to go on. Ask about behavioral history in the lines, and how often the breeder learns a pup turned out aggressive. Additionally, PLEASE SOCIALIZE YOUR PUPPY!!!!!!! Even a dog with the best genetics can turn out fear aggressive if the owner fails to properly socialize the puppy!
Alsations are vicious dogs and have been known to kill babies.
Thx for the info
Can puppies socialize even before they have their complete vaccines?
@@dhonerlquinta5008 Yes. It is absolutely essential to your puppy's brain development to socialize prior to completing all vaccinations. Unfortunately, there are still many vets who are giving outdated advice to their clients and advising them to wait to take their dog outside their home until all rounds of vaccination are completed. Vaccines are typically completed at 20 weeks, but this can vary from clinic to clinic.
Puppy's socialization window is from 3 to 13 weeks of age. This means that if you are getting a puppy from a breeder, your breeder should have started socialization prior to you picking up the puppy. Please inquire into your breeder's socialization process. If they don't have any knowledge about socialization, don't get a puppy from them.
Socialization can be broken down into two different catrgories: sensory experiences and social experiences. I expect a breeder to focus a lot on the sensory experiences and only a little on the social experiences prior to the puppies going home.
Sensory experiences include auditory sensations, visual sensations, tactile sensations, and olfactory sensations. Tactile sensations are super important and that includes getting the puppy used to being touched and handled as well as exposing the puppy to different surfaces and textures. Slippery tile, a drainage grait, and wobbly surfaces could be frightening to a puppy who has never experienced those things before. Stairs are another big one.
It is also really important to make sure your puppy is having *positive* and fun experiences. Frightening experiences will have an adverse affect on your puppy's understanding of the world.
Social experiences are one of the most vastly misunderstood categories of socialization. It is definitely important for puppies to have positive experiences interacting with new dogs and people. However if your puppy interacts with *every* dog and human it sees, it will begin to expect this from the outside world. This can lead to a very serious conditioned hyperarousal problem later in life. This is why I do a lot of encouraging puppies to focus on me and rewarding them for this in the presence of social distractions so that they learn that I am more fun than the other people and dogs. Yes, I will allow people to pet my dog, and my dog does have play dates, but I am very selective about those experiences.
I start the sensory socialization as soon as I get the puppy at 8 weeks of age. That is something that can be done in the home very easily. If I have a confident puppy, I will start taking them on little adventures outside the home within that first week. If I have a fearful puppy, I would definitely contact a dog trainer immediately for guidance, but the best answer is to build up slowly to big experiences. I will do a lot of taking the dog places where I can get distance from the hustle and bustle, play or feed the puppy and then go home. The most important thing is that the puppy has good experiences and not frightening ones. But please don't wait until you are done with vaccines to start taking your puppy places. That is a recipe for disaster. If we did that with kids, it would really mess them up.
I love every Goldenritchver❤😊
I know they are the absolute Best :)
I’m planning to get a dog! But I’m gonnna leave it in the outside part of our house so i dont know which dog is better for outside area and i dont wanna get a golden cuz i dont think there gonna like it out side but I’m gonna build them a small house outside so dunno what to get but probably German Shepard but there gonna bark a lot that’s what I’m scared of and i will spend a lot of time with them so ye.
Which one's clingier?
Some general statements made that is not correct
1. Gsd dont need regular bath unless they are outdoors a lot it will make the skin dry.
2.Not all GSd bark a lot. I cant say what makes them bark, mine is not a big barker.
3. Destructive behavior comes from letting the dog be the alpha and can happen with any breed more or less
The alpha theory has been debunked by experts for a while now.
I'm looking for a friendly dog so I think the golden retriever is the one for me
Gsd and golden retriever both are great
I love my Golden retriver.
Life is Golden
Can you make a dachshund vs golden retriever?
We have em both
I like both of em but golden for sure.The only im worried about is leaving him/her alone in the house....
What’s the song name?
I have a American golden retriever he is very very lovely dog breeds ever
We ❤ goldies.
Scared of the looks of german shepherd. Afraid to go near them
I love my golden retriever more than everything
Your golden must be so lucky :)
CHECK THEM FOR CANCER!! Lost my GSD to cancer before his 8th birthday 😢, it grew under our noses until it ruptured and he was suddenly too far gone. He was running around and playing literally just days before.
Check check check them!! But he was beautiful. Miss you my boy
Yes you must always be up to date with your dog's health Issues! Have regular checkups with your Vet so a upcoming problem could be tackled earlier! We're glad we could help❤
I will get a golden retriever I love them.
They are surely the best :)
Which is more suitable for apartment living?
Golden Retrievers are more suitable for apartments than German Shepherds. But make sure to take them outside every day for walks.
I have never had any other dog except goldens. With grandkids and other childen running around our house there is little worry of any problems except the big golden knocking over the little kids with his back end.
I like both German shepared is a only a lil faster but agility is better on golden retriever
Ofcourse golden retriever cause I am having a golden retriever and I love him alot😘❤
Always Allrounder Gsd 🔥
Most of cmts favours abt GR but fact is when some stranger attacks u Goldie 😂😂 Run, it's not true love right 😂
But gsd fight till die
Gsd is playful, intelligent, mostly loyal, protective, Active....all d above he know how to behave based on situation...if u mingle with some stranger he 2 get attach with them...if they mess with u definitely, he ll kill him 😂
Female gsd is much more better thn male ❤️
My golden retriever puppy not eating food he is 2.5 months.. please help me.
My golden retriever puppy Growl's so much so what can I do to stop him
Dogs have many types of growls. Some growls are playful;, some scared and some aggressive. If it happens in situations that are new to your dog, then its probably fear or aggression, but if it happen while you play with your dog, or rub his belly extremely fast, it's a playful growl.
I want BOTHH
Haha they both are surely an amazing breed :)
stuck between 2 breeds, easy! Get the crossbreed between the 2 or get to dogs. 1 GSD, 1 goldie
Golden retriever 🥰
I'm an owner of a glden retriever. She's lovely and sweety dog. But she's protective too and she has developed ad real sense of territory . Easy to train but they need time and energy. Otherwise they will destroy everything they find.