Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Carolina Dog Versus Goldador: Introduction
- Carolina Dog versus Goldador: Overview
- Carolina Dog versus Goldador: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Carolina Dog and the Goldador
- The Similarities Between the Carolina Dog and the Goldador
- Size (Weight and Height) of Carolina Dog versus Goldador
- Lifespan of Carolina Dog versus Goldador
- Price of Carolina Dog versus Price of Goldador
- Tolerates Being Alone: Carolina Dog versus Goldador
- Do Carolina Dogs shed more than Goldadors?
- Which one drools more, the Carolina Dog or the Goldador
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Carolina Dog or the Goldador?
- Does the Carolina Dog Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Goldador?
- Do Carolina Dogs Bark and Howl? What about Goldadors?
- Can Carolina Dogs Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Goldadors Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Carolina Dog vs. Goldador
- Can Carolina Dogs Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Goldadors Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Carolina Dog or the Goldador?
- Are Carolina Dogs good family dogs? What about Goldadors?
- How Kid-friendly are Carolina Dogs and Goldadors?
- Is the Carolina Dog Easier to Train than the Goldador?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Carolina Dog
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Goldador
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Carolina Dog versus Goldador. Which One is a Better Pet?
Carolina Dog Versus Goldador: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Carolina Dog 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 Carolina Dog 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 Carolina Dog and the Goldador.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Carolina Dog 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 Carolina Dog 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 Carolina Dog 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 Carolina Dog or the Goldador.
Carolina Dog versus Goldador: Overview
A very important difference between the Carolina Dog and the Goldador is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Carolina Dog is a medium-sized dog while the Goldador is a large-sized dog.
Furthermore, the Carolina Dog belongs to the Hound Dogs group. Hound Dogs were bred to pursue and hunt warm-blooded animals. Hounds hunt by using their good sight or their good sense of smell. Dogs that belong to the Hound Group have strong prey drives and often will stop at nothing to catch what they are pursuing.
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.
Carolina Dog versus Goldador: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Carolina Dog 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 Carolina Dog and the Goldador
| Factor | Carolina Dog | Goldador |
|---|---|---|
| Tolerates Being Alone | 1/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Life Span | 12 to 15 years | 10 to 15 years |
| Height | 18 to 20 inches at the shoulder | 22 to 24 inches tall at the shoulder |
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Good For Novice Owners | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Easygoing | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 2/5 | 5/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 2/5 | 5/5 |
| Does NOT Drool | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Easy To Train | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| Weight | 33 to 55 pounds | 60 to 80 pounds |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Intelligence | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 2/5 | 1/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 2/5 | 1/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| General Health | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 1/5 | 5/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 1/5 | 1/5 |
| Average Lifespan | 13.5 years | 12.5 years |
| Average Price | $500 | $1320 |
| Price Range | $500 – $500 | $900 – $1650 |
| Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests | No Data | No Data |
Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Carolina Dog 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 Carolina Dog is 73 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Goldador is 93 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Goldador is a better pet than the Carolina Dog. So, you should get the Goldador!
Although we have done our best to analyze these two dog breeds in a very unbiased way, however, we will like to let you know that there are some dog attributes that cannot be assigned a number for comparison. We cannot put a number on how cute a dog breed is, for example. Beauty is in the eye of the beholder.
Also, the dog breed that best suits you will depend on your peculiar lifestyle, your taste, and your priorities, which we do not know. So, for you to decide on which breed is right for you, read through the rest of the article to further understand both the Carolina Dog and the Goldador so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.
The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Carolina Dog and the Goldador
Below is a list of where the Carolina Dog and the Goldador are most different:
The Similarities Between the Carolina Dog and the Goldador
The Carolina Dog and the Goldador are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Carolina Dog and the Goldador are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Carolina Dog versus Goldador
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Carolina Dog and the Goldador.
Carolina Dogs weigh 33 to 55 pounds when fully grown. Carolina Dogs are 18 to 20 inches at the shoulder when fully grown.
On the other hand, Goldadors weigh 60 to 80 pounds when fully grown. Goldadors are 22 to 24 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.
Lifespan of Carolina Dog versus Goldador
The lifespan of Carolina Dogs is between 12 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Carolina Dogs is 13.5 years.
The lifespan of Goldadors is between 10 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Goldadors is 12.5 years.
Carolina Dogs live longer than Goldadors.
Price of Carolina Dog versus Price of Goldador
The average price of the Carolina Dog puppy is $500. The price of the Carolina Dog typically ranges from $500 – $500. However, the price of a Carolina Dog can be as low as $500 and as high as $500. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 6 Carolina Dog puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The average price of the Goldador puppy is $1320. The price of the Goldador typically ranges from $900 – $1650. However, the price of the Goldador can be as low as $875 and as high as $2700. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 33 Goldador puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The Goldador is more expensive than the Carolina Dog.
| Carolina Dog | Goldador | |
|---|---|---|
| Average Price | $500 | $1320 |
| Price Range | $500 to $500 | $900 to $1650 |
The charts below show the price distribution for the Carolina Dog and Goldador. For different price points, the charts show how many Carolina Dog puppies or how many Goldador puppies are listed for sale at those price points.
A breakdown of the prices of Carolina Dogs. 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 Carolina Dog 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: Carolina Dog versus Goldador
Carolina Dogs do not like to be left alone.
Goldadors can be left alone for some time without problems.
Do Carolina Dogs shed more than Goldadors?
Carolina Dogs shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
Goldadors shed moderately.
Which one drools more, the Carolina Dog or the Goldador
Carolina Dogs do have a very low tendency to drool.
Goldadors do have a very low tendency to drool.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Carolina Dog or the Goldador?
Carolina Dogs are very easy to groom.
Goldadors are very easy to groom.
Does the Carolina Dog Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Goldador?
Carolina Dogs 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 Carolina Dogs Bark and Howl? What about Goldadors?
Carolina Dogs are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Goldadors are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Can Carolina Dogs Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Goldadors Tolerate Cold Weather?
Carolina Dogs can very well tolerate cold weather.
Goldadors can very well tolerate cold weather.
Wanderlust Potential: Carolina Dog vs. Goldador
Carolina Dogs have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.
Goldadors have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
Can Carolina Dogs Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Goldadors Tolerate Hot Weather?
Carolina Dogs can tolerate hot weather.
Goldadors can tolerate hot weather.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Carolina Dog or the Goldador?
Carolina Dogs get along very well with other dogs.
Goldadors get along very well with other dogs.
Are Carolina Dogs good family dogs? What about Goldadors?
Carolina Dogs are not affectionate with family. They are not good family dogs.
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Goldadors are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
How Kid-friendly are Carolina Dogs and Goldadors?
Carolina Dogs get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.
Goldadors get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Is the Carolina Dog Easier to Train than the Goldador?
Carolina Dogs are not easy to train.
Goldadors are very easy to train.
Is the Carolina Dog Better for Apartment Owners than the Goldador?
Carolina Dogs do not adapt well to apartment living.
Goldadors do not adapt well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Carolina Dog or the Goldador?
Carolina Dogs are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
Goldadors are very good for new dog owners.
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Carolina Dog
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Carolina Dog that you can consider on your quest to get the best pet.
We crunched the numbers and found that the following dog breeds have similar personality and temperament as the Carolina Dog:
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Goldador
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Goldador that you can consider on your quest to get the best pet.
We crunched the numbers and found that the following dog breeds have similar personality and temperament as the Goldador:
Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
You may also be interested in how the Carolina Dog and how the Goldador compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Carolina Dog and of the Goldador to other breeds:
Carolina Dog Versus Other Dog Breeds
Carolina Dog versus Irish Water Spaniel Carolina Dog versus Cockalier Carolina Dog versus Xoloitzcuintli Carolina Dog versus Pharaoh Hound Carolina Dog versus Chinese Crested Carolina Dog versus Borzoi Carolina Dog versus Siberian Husky Carolina Dog versus Greyhound Carolina Dog versus Curly-Coated Retriever Carolina Dog versus Rottweiler Carolina Dog versus Papillon Carolina Dog versus Spinone Italiano Carolina Dog versus Cockapoo Carolina Dog versus French Spaniel Carolina Dog versus Siberian Husky Carolina Dog versus Bernese Mountain Dog Carolina Dog versus Saint Berdoodle Carolina Dog versus Leonberger Carolina Dog versus Central Asian Shepherd Dog Carolina Dog versus Golden Retriever Carolina Dog versus Bolognese Carolina Dog versus Fila Brasileiro Carolina Dog versus Biewer Terrier Carolina Dog versus Pomchi Carolina Dog versus Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
Goldador Versus Other Dog Breeds
Goldador versus Portuguese Pointer Goldador versus Cockapoo Goldador versus Pomsky Goldador versus Catahoula Bulldog Goldador versus Dalmatian Goldador versus Staffordshire Bull Terrier Goldador versus Cocker Spaniel Goldador versus Beagle Goldador versus Papipoo Goldador versus Toy Fox Terrier Goldador versus Kai Ken Goldador versus Appenzeller Sennenhunde Goldador versus Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen Goldador versus Australian Cattle Dog Goldador versus Greater Swiss Mountain Dog Goldador versus Vizsla Goldador versus American Eskimo Dog Goldador versus English Cocker Spaniel Goldador versus Morkie Goldador versus Yorkipoo Goldador versus Weimaraner Goldador versus Weimaraner Goldador versus Manchester Terrier Goldador versus Boykin Spaniel Goldador versus Whoodle
Conclusion: Carolina Dog 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 Carolina Dog and the Goldador better suits you and your family.