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Basset Hound vs Labrador Retriever vs Labradoodle Comparison - Dog breed selector: Hush Puppy or Lab or Labradoodle? Find the right dog for you

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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Hush Puppy
Basset
Lab
Labrador
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Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Basset Hound vs Labrador Retriever vs Labradoodle breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Cross Breed

Basset Hound vs Labrador Retriever vs Labradoodle Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Basset Hound or Labrador Retriever or Labradoodle? Which is the smallest dog, Basset Hound or Labrador Retriever or Labradoodle?
Medium Large Large
Weight
Which is heavier, Basset Hound or Labrador Retriever or Labrador Retriever? Basset Hound vs Labrador Retriever vs Labradoodle weight comparison:
Male: 50-65 pounds (23-29 kg), Female: 45-60 pounds (20-27 kg) Male: 60-75 pounds (27-34kg), Female: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg) 50-64 pounds (22-34 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 57.5 pounds (26 kg), Female: 52.5 pounds (23.5 kg) Male: 67.5 pounds (30.5 kg), Female: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg) 57.5 pounds (26 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Basset Hound or Labrador Retriever or Labradoodle? Basset Hound vs Labrador Retriever vs Labradoodle height comparison:
Male: 12-15 inches (30-38 cm), Female: 11-14 inches (28-36 cm) Male: 22-24 inches (56-61cm), Female: 21-23 inches (53-58 cm) Male: 22 - 24 inches (50 – 60 cm), Female: 20 - 22 inches (50 - 55 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 13.5 inches (34 cm), Female: 12.5 inches (32 cm) Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 22 inches (55.5 cm) Male: 23 inches (58 cm), Female: 21 inches (53.5 cm)

Basset Hound vs Labrador Retriever vs Labradoodle Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Basset Hound or Labrador Retriever or Labradoodle? Which is more expensive?
$300-$500 $1000-$2000 $1000-$2000
Availability
Which is easier to get, Basset Hound or Labrador Retriever or Labradoodle?
Very frequent: The Basset Hound is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Labrador Retriever is quite easy to get.
Frequent: The Labradoodle is easier than average to get.

Basset Hound vs Labrador Retriever vs Labradoodle Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Basset Hound vs Labrador Retriever vs Labradoodle intelligence:
Low: The Basset Hound is one of the dog breeds that have the lowest degree of obedience intelligence.
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Outstanding: Labrador Retriever is one of the brightest dog breeds.
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Smart: The Labradoodle dogs have great intelligence.
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Trainability
Basset Hound vs Labrador Retriever vs Labradoodle trainability comparison.
Basset Hound dogs are quite easy to train.
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Labrador Retriever dogs are very easy to train.
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Labradoodle dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Basset Hound or Labrador Retriever or Labradoodle?
Basset Hound dogs are not the best choice if you want a good watchdog.
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Labrador Retriever dogs are average watchdogs.
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Labradoodle dogs are good watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Basset Hound or Labrador Retriever or Labradoodle? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Basset Hound dogs can't provide protection for their territory.
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Labrador Retriever dogs are average defenders.
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Labradoodle dogs are average defenders.
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Basset Hound vs Labrador Retriever vs Labradoodle Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Basset Hound or Labrador Retriever or Labradoodle? Basset Hound vs Labrador Retriever vs Labradoodle behavior/temperament comparison:
Friendly
Affectionate
Devoted
Gentle
Tempered
Sweet
Tenacious
Playful
Loving
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Affectionate
Loyal
Gentle
Going
Social
Cheerful
Alert
Intelligent
Affectionate
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Sensitive: Labrador Retriever dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Basset Hound vs Labrador Retriever vs Labradoodle?
High: Basset Hound dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Slightly Below Average: Labrador Retriever dogs may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence.
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High: Labradoodle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Basset Hound vs Labrador Retriever vs Labradoodle social needs comparison:
Basset Hound dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Labrador Retriever dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Labradoodle dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Basset Hound dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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Labrador Retriever dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Labradoodle dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Basset Hound dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Labrador Retriever dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals.
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Labradoodle dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals.
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Basset Hound vs Labrador Retriever vs Labradoodle Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Basset Hound vs Labrador Retriever vs Labradoodle playfulness comparison:
Basset Hounds are not the most playful dog breed.
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The Labrador Retriever is a highly playful breed.
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The Labradoodle is a highly playful breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Basset Hound vs Labrador Retriever vs Labradoodle?
Average: The Basset Hound barks occasionally.
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Average: The Labrador Retriever barks occasionally.
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Average: The Labradoodle barks occasionally.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Basset Hound or Labrador Retriever or Labradoodle?
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Basset Hound breed.
It is not recommended to keep the Labrador Retriever breed in the home.
It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Labradoodle indoors.

Basset Hound vs Labrador Retriever vs Labradoodle Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
Basset Hound dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Labrador Retriever dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Labradoodle dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Basset Hound or Labrador Retriever or Labradoodle?
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.
Labrador Retriever dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
Labradoodle dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Basset Hound vs Labrador Retriever vs Labradoodle Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Basset Hound or Labrador Retriever or Labradoodle?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Basset Hound bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Labrador Retriever bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Labradoodle bite force: Ordinary.
Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:

Low 🔽

The Basset Hound has a low chance of biting somebody.

Moderate

The Labrador Retriever has an average chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Labradoodle has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Basset Hound vs Labrador Retriever vs Labradoodle mouthiness comparison:
Basset Hound dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Labrador Retriever dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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Labradoodle dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Basset Hound vs Labrador Retriever vs Labradoodle Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Basset Hound vs Labrador Retriever vs Labradoodle health comparison. Which is the healthier: Basset Hound vs Labrador Retriever vs Labradoodle?
The Basset Hound is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The Labrador Retriever is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Labradoodles are commonly healthy dogs.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Basset Hound vs Labrador Retriever vs Labradoodle? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Basset Hound vs Labrador Retriever vs Labradoodle health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Patellar Luxation
Allergies
Von Willebrand's Disease
Bloat
Entropion
Ear Infections
Intervertebral Disk Disease
Cherry Eye
Ectropion
Obesity
Glaucoma
Panosteitis
Thrombopathia
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Bloat
Epilepsy
Ear Infections
Elbow Dysplasia
Osteochondrosis Dissecans
Tricuspid Valve Dysplasia
Acute Moist Dermatitis
Cold Tail
Myopathy
Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Hypothyroidism
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Epilepsy
Ear Infections
Elbow Dysplasia
Canine Diabetes Mellitus
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Average
The Basset Hound should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Average
The Labrador Retriever should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Rare
The Labradoodle should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Life Expectancy
Basset Hound vs Labrador Retriever vs Labradoodle lifespan comparison. How long do Basset Hound, Labrador Retriever and Labradoodle breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Basset Hound: 11 years
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Labrador Retriever: 11 years
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Labradoodle: 13 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Basset Hound vs Labrador Retriever vs Labradoodle?
Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
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Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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Basset Hound vs Labrador Retriever vs Labradoodle Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Basset Hound or Labrador Retriever or Labradoodle? Basset Hound vs Labrador Retriever vs Labradoodle energy level comparison:
Basset Hound dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.
Labrador Retriever dogs are high-energy dogs.
Labradoodle dogs are high-energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Basset Hound vs Labrador Retriever vs Labradoodle exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Basset Hound or Labrador Retriever or Labradoodle? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Basset Hound dogs have an average exercise need.
Labrador Retriever dogs need a lot of exercises.
Labradoodle dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Basset Hound or Labrador Retriever or Labradoodle?
Basset Hound dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.
Labrador Retriever dogs don't need too much sleep.
Labradoodle dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.

Basset Hound vs Labrador Retriever vs Labradoodle Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Basset Hound or Labrador Retriever or Labradoodle?
1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three meals. Recommended daily amount: 2.5 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 4 to 5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Basset Hound vs Labrador Retriever vs Labradoodle weight gain potential comparison:
High: The Basset Hound breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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High: The Labrador Retriever breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Labradoodle's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Basset Hound vs Labrador Retriever vs Labradoodle Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Basset Hound vs Labrador Retriever vs Labradoodle coat comparison:
Dense Dense
Waterproof
Hard
Short
Fine
Variety of coat types
Colors
What are the original Basset Hound, Labrador Retriever and Labradoodle color?
Black
Gray
Tan
Red
White
Brown
Tricolor
Black
Yellow
Chocolate
Black
Blue
Cream
Silver
Chocolate
Gold
Apricot
Caramel
Chalky white
Café
Parchment
They can also have parti-colored coats, which consist of brindles, phantom, patched, or sable colors.
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Basset Hound or Labrador Retriever or Labradoodle? Basset Hound vs Labrador Retriever vs Labradoodle grooming comparison:
Easy to groom: The Basset Hound doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Effortless: The Labrador Retriever requires minimal grooming.
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Average: The Labradoodle requires average grooming effort.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Basset Hound or Labrador Retriever or Labradoodle? Basset Hound or Labrador Retriever or {name3 shedding:
Basset Hound dogs shed moderately.
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Labrador Retriever dogs shed moderately.
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Labradoodle dogs shed moderately.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Basset Hound or Labrador Retriever or Labradoodle?
4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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Hypoallergenic
Basset Hound vs Labrador Retriever vs Labradoodle hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?
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Stinkiness
Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Basset Hound vs Labrador Retriever vs Labradoodle?

High 🔼

The Basset Hound has a high chance of bad smell.

High 🔼

The Labrador Retriever has a high chance of bad smell.

Low 🔽

The Labradoodle has a low chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?
The Basset Hound drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed.
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The Labrador Retriever is an average drooler.
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The Labradoodle is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency.
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Basset Hound vs Labrador Retriever vs Labradoodle Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Basset Hound dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Labrador Retriever dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Labradoodle dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Basset Hound or Labrador Retriever or Labradoodle? Which dog is more friendly?
Basset Hound dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Labrador Retriever dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Labradoodle dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Basset Hound or Labrador Retriever or Labradoodle?
Basset Hound dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Labrador Retriever dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Labradoodle dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Basset Hound or Labrador Retriever or Labradoodle?
Basset Hound dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Labrador Retriever dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Labradoodle dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Basset Hound or Labrador Retriever or Labradoodle?
Basset Hound dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Labrador Retriever dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Labradoodle dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Basset Hound vs Labrador Retriever vs Labradoodle?
Yes
Basset Hound dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Labrador Retriever dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Labradoodle dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
Basset Hound is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Labrador Retriever is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Labradoodle is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
Basset Hounds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Labrador Retrievers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Labradoodles are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Basset Hound vs Labrador Retriever vs Labradoodle As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog
Which one could be a service dog?

Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Yes

This breed makes good as a service dog.
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Yes

This breed makes good as a service dog.
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Therapy Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: Basset Hound or Labrador Retriever or Labradoodle? Which is better for autism?

Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog
Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?

Yes

After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.

Yes

After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.

Not really

They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR)
Which one could be a search and rescue dog?

Yes

This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.

Yes

This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog
Which one could be a boat dog: Basset Hound vs Labrador Retriever vs Labradoodle?

Not really

Basset Hound breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Yes

Labrador Retriever breed usually likes being on a boat.
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Yes

Labradoodle breed usually likes being on a boat.
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Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog
Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?

Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Fighting Dog / Military Dog

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Basset Hound vs Labrador Retriever vs Labradoodle Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length 60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency

Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Litter Size
How many puppies can Basset Hound and Labrador Retriever and Labradoodle have?
6-8 puppies 5-10 puppies 4-10 puppies

Basset Hound vs Labrador Retriever vs Labradoodle Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Hound breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1917 as a Sporting breed. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI?
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. Not recognized by FCI.
Breed Recognition
What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?
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
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
Canadian Canine Registry
Australian Labradoodle Association
International Australian Labradoodle Association

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