Alert
Devoted
Intelligent
Courageous
Lively
Quick

Energetic
Protective
Alert
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Responsive
Reliable
Loyal
Kind
Tenacious
Trustworthy

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

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

Chihuahuas are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

Golden Border Retrievers make excellent watchdogs - they're vocal and protective of their territory.

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Border Collie, Golden Retriever

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American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
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American Canine Association, Inc.
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Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
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Brown
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Black
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Brown

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Red
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White

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Pied
Red
White

Chihuahuas have medium-length coats.

Golden Border Retrievers have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

Straight

Wavy

A Chihuahua can have a litter of 14-18 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 Border Retriever can have a litter of 5-10 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.

Patellar Luxation

Canine Hip Dysplasia
Bloat

Pulmonic Stenosis
Hydrocephalus
Tracheal Collapse
Heart Murmur
Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca
Molera

Elbow Dysplasia
Cataracts
Sebaceous Adenitis
Glaucoma
Allergies
Epilepsy
Hypothyroidism
Periodontal Disease

Cardiac
Knee
Eyes
Skeletal
Physical Examination

Physical Examination
Radiographs

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

Golden Border Retrievers' high energy levels make them unsuitable for a low-key dog, choose accordingly.

Chihuahuas require minimal physical activity for a healthy lifestyle.

Golden Border Retrievers require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

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

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

Chihuahua dogs bark and howl frequently and are not recommended for quiet homes.

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

Barking, Running, Sleeping, Sniffing, Marking, Walking, Walk, Eating Snacks, Brushing, Wlking, Dog watching, Fetch, Nap, Run, Chase, Jump, Treats, Socialize, Play, Tracking, Kissing, Other dogs, Bark, Sleep, Smelling, Playing, Napping, Cuddling, Go on Vacation, Snuggle

Fetch

Chihuahuas are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

Golden Border Retrievers are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Chihuahua, it's at least 6 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 Border Retriever, it's at least 12 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Chihuahuas usually need at least 30 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most Golden Border Retrievers usually need at least 120 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

The Chihuahua is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

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

Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

For an average 3-6 pound (1 - 3 kg) Chihuahua feed 1 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 50-75 pound (23 - 34 kg) Golden Border 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 Chihuahua is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of a Golden Border Retriever is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Chihuahua is between $28 - $42. This makes an average of $336 - $504 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 Border Retriever is between $55 - $63. This makes an average of $660 - $756 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.

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

Golden Border Retriever is highly intelligent and very trainable.

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

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

Chihuahuas make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

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

Chihuahuas are not suitable for children.

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

Chihuahuas are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

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

Chihuahuas are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Golden Border Retrievers are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

Chihuahuas are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Golden Border Retrievers are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

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

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

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

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