Dignified
Independent
Happy
Sensitive
Intelligent
Friendly
Loyal
Gentle
Going
Social
Strong
Willed
Quiet
Mischievous

Playful
Stubborn
Courageous
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Reliable
Devoted
Lively
Kind
Clever
Trustworthy

Rhodesian Bernards are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Golden Doxs are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Rhodesian Ridgeback, Saint Bernard

Dachshund, Golden Retriever

DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

Brown
Amber

Brown

Black
Brown

Black
Brown

Red
Fawn
Black
Brindle

Brown
Fawn
Black
Red

Rhodesian Bernards have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

Golden Doxs have medium-length coats.

A Rhodesian Bernard can have a litter of 6-8 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 Dox can have a litter of 4-8 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.

Rhodesian Bernards are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

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

Distichiasis
Gastric Torsion
Elbow Dysplasia
Hip Dysplasia
Dermoid Sinus
Heart Conditions
Wobbler's Syndrome

Intervertebral Disc Disease
Epilepsy

Entropion
Deafness
Cataracts
Pyotraumatic Dermatitis
Diabetes
Hypothyroidism
Degenerative Myelopathy

None Known

Eye
Hip
Elbow
Hearing
Heart
Thyroid Tests
Blood And Urine Analysis

X-Rays
Physical Examination
Complete Blood Count
Neurological Testing

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

Golden Doxs sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

Rhodesian Bernards 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 Doxs 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 Rhodesian Bernard, it's at least 8 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 Dox, it's at least 11 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Rhodesian Bernards usually need at least 45 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 Doxs 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.

The Rhodesian Bernard has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

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

Rhodesian Bernard should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Ideally, Golden Dox should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Pin Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Scissors
Nail Clipper

For an average 110-130 pound (50 - 59 kg) Rhodesian Bernard feed 3.5 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 30-60 pound (14 - 27 kg) Golden Dox 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 Rhodesian Bernard is somewhere $3.90 - $4.20 per day.

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

The average per month expenses of a Rhodesian Bernard is between $112 - $126. This makes an average of $1344 - $1512 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 Dox is between $49 - $73. This makes an average of $588 - $876 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.

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.

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

Golden Doxs are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Rhodesian Bernards are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

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

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

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

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

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