Playful
Stubborn
Alert
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Reliable
Lively
Sociable
Kind
Trustworthy

Active
Protective
Trainable
Keen
Sweet
Tempered

Golden Sammys are heavy shedders, but regular brushing can help manage shedding and promote a healthy coat.

Bull Terriers are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

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

Choose a Bull Terrier if you want a top-notch watchdog. This breed takes guarding seriously, and may not require much training, though obedience or guard dog training can improve their skills.

United States

England

Golden Retriever and Samoyed

Bulldog, Old English Terrier

DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club

2000's

1800s

Hazel
Brown
Amber

Brown

Black
Brown

Black

Cream
White
Red

Fawn
White
Pied
Brindle
Red

Golden Sammys are known for their coat length.

Bull Terriers have short coats.

Wavy

Straight

A Golden Sammy 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.

A Bull Terrier can have a litter of 10-12 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.

Golden Sammys are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

Bull Terriers are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

Golden Sammys typically have low vet costs due to their good health, but it's important to monitor their health and seek vet care when necessary.

The Bull Terrier breed is generally very healthy, requiring minimal vet visits. Still, it's important to keep an eye on their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

Retinal Dysplasia
Hip And Elbow Dysplasia

Deafness (Whites)
Kidney Problems
Mitral Valve Disease
Lethal Acrodermatitis

Entropion
Deafness
Pulmonic Stenosis
Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Cataracts
Sebaceous Adenitis
Glaucoma
Eye Abnormalities
Cerebellar Abiotrophy
Hemophilia
Diabetes
Von Willebrand's Disease
Hypothyroidism
Portosystemic Shunt
Histiocytosis
Corneal Dystrophy

Entropion
Ectropion
Demodectic Mange
Eye Disease
Laryngeal Paralysis

Elbow
Blood Test
Hip X-Rays
Dna Test For Vwd
Heart
Thyroid Tests
Eye Examination
Physical Examination

Cardiac
Eye
Blood Test
Hearing (Whites)
Up:Uc Ratio For Kidney Function
Skin Scraping

Golden Sammys are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Bull Terriers sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

Fetch, Tug-of-war, Cuddles, Walking, Go to Beach, Go to Park, Go on Vacation, Walk, Run, Catch treats, Play, Nap, Chase, Brushing, Dog Parks, Hike, Hiking, Beach, Cuddling, Eating Snacks, Long walk, Long walks, Jumping waves

Walking, Tug of war, Fetching, Playing around, Chewing, Running, Jumping, Walk, Sniffing, Fetch, Catch treats, Play, Chase, Eating Snacks, Hiking, Sleep, Camping, Tug-of-war, Beach, Cuddling

Golden Sammys 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.

Bull Terriers 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 Golden Sammy, it's at least 10 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 Bull Terrier, it's at least 8 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Golden Sammys usually need at least 40 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 Bull Terriers usually need at least 60 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

Golden Sammys require significant grooming, including regular trims and professional grooming assistance to maintain their coat. They may also require frequent bathing to keep their coat and skin healthy.

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

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Golden Sammys have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

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

Golden Sammys are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

The Bull Terrier is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

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

Bull Terriers are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

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

Bull Terriers are somewhat cat friendly and can be trained to get along with cats.

Golden Sammys are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

Bull Terriers are less friendly towards other dogs, but can improve with socialization.

Golden Sammys are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

Bull Terriers are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.