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Border Collie vs Golden Retriever
Border Collie vs Golden Retriever side by side: lifespan, setup and monthly costs, difficulty, space, noise and bonding.
Border CollieCanis lupus familiaris
Golden RetrieverCanis lupus familiarisIn short
- Lifespan: Border Collie lives about 3 years longer on average
- Good with kids: higher for Golden Retriever
| Group | Mammals | Mammals |
|---|---|---|
| Size | About 46โ56 cm at the shoulder, 14โ20 kg | Males 56โ61 cm, females 51โ56 cm at the shoulder, 25โ34 kg |
| Lifespan | 12โ15 years | 10โ12 years |
| Setup cost | โ $500โ1,070 | โ $710โ1,430 |
| Monthly cost | โ $110โ210/mo | โ $140โ290/mo |
| Difficulty | Hard | Moderate |
| Space needed | Huge | Huge |
| Noise | Moderate | Quiet |
| Fur, smell & mess | High | Very high |
| Daily care time | 2+ hours | 2+ hours |
| OK alone all day | Poorly | Poorly |
| Bond with people | High | Very high |
| Good with kids | Okay | Great |
A sheepdog with brains and stamina to spare, often called the most trainable breed. Without daily work for body and mind, it quickly invents its own jobs.
๐ Active people who can run, train and play with a dog for one to two hours every day, especially those interested in dog sports.
โ Busy people with little time for exercise, or anyone wanting a calm, low-key companion.
A Scottish gundog bred to retrieve game, now the classic gentle family dog. It is a large breed that needs plenty of exercise, sheds a lot and has notable cancer and joint risks.
๐ Families with space, time and energy who want an affectionate, child-friendly companion.
โ People in small homes who are out all day, or who can't absorb heavy shedding and big-dog vet bills.