Goldendoodle vs Jack Russell Terrier

Miscellaneous · Large vs Terrier · Small

Quick take
  • Goldendoodle is the larger breed at 50–90 lbs (males) vs 13–17 lbs for the Jack Russell Terrier.
  • The Jack Russell Terrier typically lives longer (13–18 years).
  • The Jack Russell Terrier has higher daily energy needs.
  • The Goldendoodle sheds less.
  • The Goldendoodle is generally more trainable.

Side-by-side traits

TraitGoldendoodleJack Russell Terrier
Group
MiscellaneousTerrier
Size
LargeSmall
Origin
USAEngland
Height (male)
20–24"10–15"
Height (female)
20–24"10–15"
Weight (male)
50–90 lbs13–17 lbs
Weight (female)
50–90 lbs13–17 lbs
Lifespan
Average expected lifespan.
10–15 years13–18 years
Energy level
Daily activity needs.
High (4/5)Very High (5/5)
Trainability
How quickly the breed learns commands.
Very High (5/5)Moderate (3/5)
Intelligence
Problem-solving ability.
Very High (5/5)Very High (5/5)
Exercise needs
Daily physical activity required.
High (4/5)Very High (5/5)
Shedding
Lower = less hair around your home.
Low (2/5)Moderate (3/5)
Grooming effort
Brushing, bathing, professional grooming.
High (4/5)Low (2/5)
Drooling
Lower = drier face and furniture.
Low (2/5)Very Low (1/5)
Barking
How vocal the breed is.
Low (2/5)Very High (5/5)
Good with kids
Very High (5/5)Moderate (3/5)
Good with other dogs
Very High (5/5)Moderate (3/5)
Good with strangers
Very High (5/5)Moderate (3/5)
Protectiveness
Watchdog tendencies.
Low (2/5)Moderate (3/5)
Adaptability
Apartment / new environment tolerance.
High (4/5)Moderate (3/5)
Coat length
longshort
Hypoallergenic
Lower-shedding, less dander.
YesNo
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About the Goldendoodle

The Goldendoodle is a friendly, smart, family-oriented Golden Retriever × Poodle hybrid — top US designer dog of the 2020s. Originally from USA, this large miscellaneous breed typically weighs 50–90 lbs and lives 10–15 years. Breeders describe them as friendly, smart, family-oriented.

About the Jack Russell Terrier

The Jack Russell Terrier is a fearless, vocal, athletic small fox terrier — Eddie from Frasier, ten pounds of pure energy. Originally from England, this small terrier breed typically weighs 13–17 lbs and lives 13–18 years. Breeders describe them as fearless, vocal, athletic.

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Goldendoodle health

Common health concerns reported in this breed:

  • Hip dysplasia
  • Heart conditions
  • Eye disorders
  • Allergies

Jack Russell Terrier health

Common health concerns reported in this breed:

  • Patellar luxation
  • Eye disorders
  • Deafness