American Foxhound vs Golden Retriever vs Thai Ridgeback Comparison

Quick Verdict

Who wins in each category?

Overall Winner

Thai Ridgeback

5/6

categories

Best for Apartments

Thai Ridgeback

3/5 Β· Acceptable

Easiest Grooming

🀝 Tie

Longest Lifespan

Thai Ridgeback

11-13 years

Easiest to Train

Golden Retriever

5/5 Β· Easy

Most Active

🀝 Tie

Best for First-Time Owners

🀝 Tie

3/6

50%

American Foxhound

4/6

67%

Golden Retriever

5/6

83%

Thai Ridgeback

πŸ‘‘ Winner

* This summary is based on data from our database. Always make your final decision based on your individual needs.

Basic Info

Origin
United S
Scotland
Thailand
Popularity
#187
#3
#296
Common Names & Aliases
Not available
Golden Flat CoatYellow Retriever
Mah Thai Lung ArnThai DogMah Thai
Breed Classification
Purebred
Purebred
Purebred
Size Classification
Large
Large
Medium
Weight Statistics
29-34 kg
Male: 27-36 kg, Female: 25-32 kg
23-34 kg
Average Weight
31.8 kg
Male: 31.8 kg, Female: 28.3 kg
28.6 kg
Height
53-64 cm
Male: 56-61 cm, Female: 51-56 cm
Male: 56-60 cm, Female: 51-56 cm
Average Height
58.5 cm
Male: 58.5 cm, Female: 53.5 cm
Male: 58 cm, Female: 53.5 cm
Intelligence Rating
3/5
5/5
3/5
Watchdog Rating
2/5
3/5
2/5
Training Difficulty
4/5
4/5
2/5
Territorial Protection
1/5
3/5
1/5
Price Range
$400-$600
$1000-$2000
$600-$800
Availability
4/5
5/5
3/5
Personality Traits
IndependentKindLoyalIntelligentLovingSweetTempered
ConfidentIntelligentReliableFriendlyKindTrustworthy
FamiliarIntelligentLoyalIndependentLovingProtective
Sensitivity Level
2/5
3/5
5/5
Impulse to Wander or Roam
5/5
2/5
3/5
Prey Drive
4/5
3/5
5/5
Affection Level
5/5
5/5
2/5
Social Needs
4/5
5/5
3/5
Barking Frequency
5/5
2/5
2/5
Playful Nature
5/5
5/5
3/5
Apartment Adaptability
1/5
2/5
3/5
Lifestyle Adaptability
5/5
5/5
5/5
Alone Time Tolerance
Low
Very Low
Moderate
Bite Risk Assessment
Low
Moderate
Low
Mouthing Tendency
3/5
5/5
4/5
Bite Strength Rating
Between 200 and 400 PSI
Between 200 and 400 PSI
Between 200 and 400 PSI
Average Lifespan
10-12 years
10-12 years
11-13 years
Climate Tolerance
Prefers average to cold weather conditions
Tolerates warm and cold weather
Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Health Concerns
1/5
4/5
2/5
Health Problems
Not available
AllergiesBloatCataractsElbow DysplasiaEpilepsyHemangiosarcomaHip DysplasiaHypothyroidismOsteochondrosis DissecansOsteosarcomaProgressive retinal atrophy (PRA)Subvalvular Aortic StenosisVon Willebrand's Disease
Not available
Vet Care Frequency
Frequent
Rare
Frequent
Energy Rating
5/5
5/5
4/5
Sleeping Need
1/5
1/5
2/5
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
5/5
5/5
4/5
Obesity Tendency
5/5
5/5
3/5
Food Consumption
2 to 3 cups of a high-quality dog food a day.
3 to 4 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
2.5 to 3.5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, divided into two meals.
Allergy Friendliness
No
No
No
Coat Colors
WhiteTanBrownRedBlueBlack
GoldenLight
BrindleRedBlueBrownWhiteBlack
Grooming Requirements
1/5
3/5
1/5
Shedding Level
1/5
3/5
3/5
Drooling Tendency
1/5
4/5
2/5
Stinkiness Rating
Medium
Medium
Medium
Coat Characteristics
Rough
ShinySilkyWavyStraight
Smooth
Bathing Needs
4-6 weeks
2-3 weeks
4-6 weeks
Cat Friendly
2/5
4/5
1/5
Child Compatibility
5/5
5/5
4/5
Dog Friendly
5/5
5/5
2/5
Stranger Friendly
3/5
5/5
1/5
Office Friendly
Yes
Yes
No
Senior Citizens Friendly
Highly Recommended
Highly Recommended
Recommended
Pet Compatibility
Below Average
Good
Not Good
Good For First Time Owners
Yes
Yes
No
Service Dog Capability
Not really
Yes
Not really
Therapy Work Suitability
Not really
Yes
Not really
Scent Detection Ability
Not really
Yes
Not really
Search & Rescue Potential
Not really
Yes
Not really
Maritime Work Ability
Not really
Yes
Not really
Draft Work Capability
Not really
Not really
Not really
Military Service Background
Not really
Not really
Not really
Puppy Litter Size
5-7 puppies
5-10 puppies
4-5 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
60-64 days
60-64 days
60-64 days
Breeding Frequency
Once a year.
Once a year.
Once a year.
AKC Classification
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1886 as a Hound breed.
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1925 as a Sporting breed.
Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Classification
Recognized by FCI in the Scent hounds and related breeds group, in the Scent hounds section.
Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Retrievers section.
Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Primitive type - Hunting Dogs section.
Kennel Club Recognition
Not available
American Canine RegistryAmerican Kennel ClubAmerica's Pet RegistryAustralian National Kennel CouncilCanadian Kennel ClubContinental Kennel ClubDog Registry of America Inc.Federation Cynologique InternationaleKennel Club of Great BritainNational Kennel ClubNew Zealand Kennel ClubNorth American Purebred Registry, Inc.United Kennel ClubAmerican Canine Association, Inc.
American Canine RegistryAmerica's Pet RegistryDog Registry of America Inc.Federation Cynologique InternationaleFoundation Stock ServiceNational Kennel ClubNorth American Purebred Registry, Inc.American Canine Association, Inc.
Winner / Best value