Last Updated: Jun 15, 2022
Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Australian Shepherd Versus Goldador: Introduction
- Australian Shepherd versus Goldador: Overview
- Australian Shepherd versus Goldador: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Australian Shepherd and the Goldador
- The Similarities Between the Australian Shepherd and the Goldador
- Size Comparison of the Australian Shepherd versus Goldador
- Lifespan of Australian Shepherd versus Goldador
- Price of Australian Shepherd versus Price of Goldador
- Tolerates Being Alone: Australian Shepherd versus Goldador
- Do Australian Shepherds shed more than Goldadors?
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Australian Shepherd or the Goldador?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Australian Shepherd or the Goldador?
- Are Australian Shepherds good family dogs? What about Goldadors?
- Is the Australian Shepherd Easier to Train than the Goldador?
- Which one drools more, the Australian Shepherd or the Goldador
- How Kid-friendly are Australian Shepherds and Goldadors?
- Does the Australian Shepherd Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Goldador?
- Do Australian Shepherds Bark and Howl? What about Goldadors?
- Can Australian Shepherds Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Goldadors Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Australian Shepherd vs. Goldador
- Can Australian Shepherds Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Goldadors Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Australian Shepherd Versus Other Dog Breeds
- Conclusion: Australian Shepherd versus Goldador. Which One is a Better Pet?
Australian Shepherd Versus Goldador: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Australian Shepherd and the Goldador? Well, you have come to the right place. Because in this article, we will provide you with a detailed comparison of these two dog breeds to help you decide which of the Australian Shepherd and the Goldador better suits you.
We will provide you a detailed discussion and comparison of dog attributes such as intelligence, price, general health, friendliness, etc, for both the Australian Shepherd and the Goldador.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Australian Shepherd and the Goldador is better suited for new dog owners, for owners with kids, for owners that live in apartments, for owners with dog allergies, etc.
Importantly, we did some analysis and calculation and we obtained a number that we call the Better-Pet Score™ for both the Australian Shepherd and for the Goldador. The dog breed with the higher Better-Pet score is the `better` pet. We hope that these Better-Pet Scores will provide you with more insight into deciding which pet to get between the Australian Shepherd and the Goldador.
Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the Australian Shepherd or the Goldador.
Australian Shepherd versus Goldador: Overview
A very important difference between the Australian Shepherd and the Goldador is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Australian Shepherd is a medium-sized dog while the Goldador is a large-sized dog.
Furthermore, the Australian Shepherd belongs to the Herding Dogs group. Herding Dogs were bred for moving livestock, including sheep, cattle, and even reindeer. Herding dogs work closely with their human shepherds, and their natural intelligence and responsiveness make them highly trainable. They have high levels of energy, which needs to be channeled properly to prevent destructive behavior. Herding breeds are protective of their people and property and make excellent watchdogs. Their intelligence, agility, and activity level make them well suited to dog sports.
On the other hand, the Goldador belongs to the Hybrid Dogs group. Hybrid Dogs are the offspring of 2 or more known, but different, dog breeds.
Australian Shepherd versus Goldador: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Australian Shepherd to the Goldador based on different important factors such as Price, Health, Kid-friendliness, etc.
When a dog breed scores higher for a factor than the other dog breed, the box of the breed that scores higher is shaded green and the box of the breed that scores lower is shaded red. When there is no difference between the breeds for a particular factor then the box is shaded gray for both pets. Also, when the factor is not important in picking a pet, or when the factor cannot be compared between two pets, the box for the factor is shaded gray for both pets
Most of the factors in the table for each dog breed are ranked on a scale of 1 to 5. “1” means “worst”, and “5” means “best”.
However, some factors such as “Price”, “Average Lifespan”, etc. cannot be on a scale of 1 to 5, so they are not on a scale of 1 to 5 in the comparison table.
Later in this article, we will further explain each factor as it applies to the Australian Shepherd and the Goldador
| Factor | Australian Shepherd | Goldador |
|---|---|---|
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 1/5 | 4/5 |
| Life Span | 12 to 15 years | 10 to 15 years |
| Height | 18 to 23 inches tall at the shoulder | 22 to 24 inches tall at the shoulder |
| Good For Novice Owners | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Tolerates Being Alone | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| General Health | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 2/5 | 5/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 2/5 | 5/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 2/5 | 1/5 |
| Weight | 40 to 65 pounds | 60 to 80 pounds |
| Easygoing | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Easy To Train | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Intelligence | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 1/5 | 1/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 1/5 | 1/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Average Lifespan | 13.5 years | 12.5 years |
| Average Price | $1180 | $1300 |
| Price Range | $800 – $1500 | $975 – $1650 |
| Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests | No Data |
Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Australian Shepherd in the table (that is, `Ease of Grooming` score + `General Health` score + `Calmness` score + …etc) and we compared it to the corresponding total score for the Goldador. We call these total scores the Better-Pet Scores, as we mentioned earlier. We called this score the Better-Pet score because the better dog breed will have a higher score. This is because the pet will the higher score will have minimal needs and be easier to have as a pet.
The Better-Pet score for the Australian Shepherd is 70 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Goldador is 93 out of 125.
Despite the higher Better-Pet score of the Goldador, we still believe that the Australian Shepherd is a better pet than the Goldador.
This is because Australian Shepherds are much cuter but you cannot put a score on cuteness. If you could put a score on cuteness, then the Australian Shepherd will come out on top.
Also, we are biased in favor of the Australian Shepherd :-). We are for the Australian Shepherd. So get a Australian Shepherd!
The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Australian Shepherd and the Goldador
Below is a list of where the Australian Shepherd and the Goldador are most different:
The Similarities Between the Australian Shepherd and the Goldador
The Australian Shepherd and the Goldador are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Australian Shepherd and the Goldador are most similar:
Size Comparison of the Australian Shepherd versus Goldador
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Australian Shepherd and the Goldador.
The Australian Shepherd weighs 40 to 65 pounds when fully grown. The Australian Shepherd is 18 to 23 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.
On the other hand, the Goldador weighs 60 to 80 pounds when fully grown. The Goldador is 22 to 24 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.
Lifespan of Australian Shepherd versus Goldador
The lifespan of the Australian Shepherd is between 12 to 15 years. The average lifespan of the Australian Shepherd is 13.5 years.
The lifespan of the Goldador is between 10 to 15 years. The average lifespan of the Goldador is 12.5 years.
The Australian Shepherd live longer than the Goldador.
Price of Australian Shepherd versus Price of Goldador
The average price of the Australian Shepherd puppy is $1180. The price of the Australian Shepherd typically ranges from $800 – $1500. However, the price of a Australian Shepherd can be as low as $100 and as high as $12009. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 2674 Australian Shepherd puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The average price of the Goldador puppy is $1300. The price of the Goldador typically ranges from $975 – $1650. However, the price of the Goldador can be as low as $395 and as high as $2700. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 48 Goldador puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The Goldador is more expensive than the Australian Shepherd.
| Australian Shepherd | Goldador | |
|---|---|---|
| Average Price | $1180 | $1300 |
| Price Range | $800 to $1500 | $975 to $1650 |
The charts below show the price distribution for the Australian Shepherd and Goldador. For different price points, the charts show how many Australian Shepherd puppies or how many Goldador puppies are listed for sale at those price points.
A breakdown of the prices of Australian Shepherds. The typical price range is shaded Green.
A breakdown of the prices of Goldadors
Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Australian Shepherd puppy or the Goldador puppy. This includes if health screening tests have been performed on the puppy, if the puppy is from a famous pedigree, the US State where the puppy is bred, etc.
Nevertheless, when looking to buy a puppy, look at buying a puppy only from well-established breeders that breed puppies primarily for the love of dogs, and secondarily for profit. Do not buy a puppy from a puppy mill. Puppy mills mass-produce puppies in bad living conditions for maximum profit.
You may also consider adopting a dog instead of buying a dog.
Tolerates Being Alone: Australian Shepherd versus Goldador
Australian Shepherds do not like to be left alone.
Goldadors can be left alone for some time without problems.
Do Australian Shepherds shed more than Goldadors?
Australian Shepherds shed moderately.
Goldadors shed moderately.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Australian Shepherd or the Goldador?
Australian Shepherds require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.
Goldadors are very easy to groom.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Australian Shepherd or the Goldador?
Australian Shepherds get along very well with other dogs.
Goldadors get along very well with other dogs.
Are Australian Shepherds good family dogs? What about Goldadors?
Australian Shepherds are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Goldadors are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Is the Australian Shepherd Easier to Train than the Goldador?
Australian Shepherds are very easy to train.
Goldadors are very easy to train.
Which one drools more, the Australian Shepherd or the Goldador
Australian Shepherds do have a very low tendency to drool.
Goldadors do have a very low tendency to drool.
How Kid-friendly are Australian Shepherds and Goldadors?
Australian Shepherds get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Goldadors get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Does the Australian Shepherd Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Goldador?
Australian Shepherds have a high prey drive. They have the tendency to chase after smaller animals and pets. They do not get along well with other pets.
Goldadors have a very low prey drive. This means they get won`t chase after smaller pets. They tend to get along well with other pets.
Do Australian Shepherds Bark and Howl? What about Goldadors?
Australian Shepherds are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
Goldadors are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Can Australian Shepherds Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Goldadors Tolerate Cold Weather?
Australian Shepherds can very well tolerate cold weather.
Goldadors can very well tolerate cold weather.
Wanderlust Potential: Australian Shepherd vs. Goldador
Australian Shepherds have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
Goldadors have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
Can Australian Shepherds Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Goldadors Tolerate Hot Weather?
Australian Shepherds can tolerate hot weather.
Goldadors can tolerate hot weather.
Is the Australian Shepherd Better for Apartment Owners than the Goldador?
Australian Shepherds do not adapt well to apartment living.
Goldadors do not adapt well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Australian Shepherd or the Goldador?
Australian Shepherds are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
Goldadors are very good for new dog owners.
Australian Shepherd Versus Other Dog Breeds
You may also be interested in how the Australian Shepherd compares to other breeds aside from the Goldador. So, see below the links to the comparison of the Australian Shepherd to other breeds:
Australian Shepherd versus Norwegian Lundehund Australian Shepherd versus Komondor Australian Shepherd versus English Springer Spaniel Australian Shepherd versus Portuguese Water Dog Australian Shepherd versus Scottish Terrier Australian Shepherd versus Maltese Australian Shepherd versus Sheepadoodle Australian Shepherd versus Staffordshire Bull Terrier Australian Shepherd versus Appenzeller Sennenhunde Australian Shepherd versus Kai Ken Australian Shepherd versus Siberian Husky Australian Shepherd versus Lancashire Heeler Australian Shepherd versus Curly-Coated Retriever Australian Shepherd versus King Shepherd Australian Shepherd versus Glen of Imaal Terrier Australian Shepherd versus Irish Water Spaniel Australian Shepherd versus Westiepoo Australian Shepherd versus Greyhound
Conclusion: Australian Shepherd versus Goldador. Which One is a Better Pet?
In summary, there is nothing like a better dog breed or a worse dog breed. The important question to ask is which dog breed better matches your interests and lifestyle. We hope our discussion above will help you in deciding which dog breed between the Australian Shepherd and the Goldador better suits you and your family.