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Japanese Spitz vs Keeshond vs Labrador Retriever Comparison - Dog breed selector: Nihon Supittsu or Chien Loup or Lab? Find the right dog for you

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Name Japanese Spitz Keeshond Labrador Retriever
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Nihon Supittsu Chien Loup
Deutscher Wolfsspitz
Kees
Smiling Dutchman
Wolfsspitz
Dutch Barge Dog
Barge Dog
Lab
Labrador
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Japanese Spitz vs Keeshond vs Labrador Retriever breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Japanese Spitz vs Keeshond vs Labrador Retriever Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Japanese Spitz or Keeshond or Labrador Retriever? Which is the smallest dog, Japanese Spitz or Keeshond or Labrador Retriever?
Small Medium Large
Weight
Which is heavier, Japanese Spitz or Keeshond or Keeshond? Japanese Spitz vs Keeshond vs Labrador Retriever weight comparison:
11-20 pounds (5-10 kg) 35-45 pounds (15-20 kg) Male: 60-75 pounds (27-34kg), Female: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
15.5 pounds (7.5 kg) 40 pounds (17.5 kg) Male: 67.5 pounds (30.5 kg), Female: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Japanese Spitz or Keeshond or Labrador Retriever? Japanese Spitz vs Keeshond vs Labrador Retriever height comparison:
12-15 inches (30-38 cm) Male: 17-19 inches (44-48 cm), Female: 16-18 inches (40-46 cm) Male: 22-24 inches (56-61cm), Female: 21-23 inches (53-58 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
13.5 inches (34 cm) Male: 18 inches (46 cm), Female: 17 inches (43 cm) Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 22 inches (55.5 cm)

Japanese Spitz vs Keeshond vs Labrador Retriever Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Japanese Spitz or Keeshond or Labrador Retriever? Which is more expensive?
$500-$800 $800-$1000 $1000-$2000
Availability
Which is easier to get, Japanese Spitz or Keeshond or Labrador Retriever?
Average: The Japanese Spitz is a commonly available dog breed.
Very frequent: The Keeshond is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Labrador Retriever is quite easy to get.

Japanese Spitz vs Keeshond vs Labrador Retriever Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Japanese Spitz vs Keeshond vs Labrador Retriever intelligence:
Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Very smart: Keeshond is an excellent dog breed.
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Outstanding: Labrador Retriever is one of the brightest dog breeds.
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Trainability
Japanese Spitz vs Keeshond vs Labrador Retriever trainability comparison.
Japanese Spitz dogs are quite easy to train.
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Keeshond dogs are quite easy to train.
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Labrador Retriever dogs are very easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Japanese Spitz or Keeshond or Labrador Retriever?
Japanese Spitz dogs are average watchdogs.
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Keeshond dogs are good watchdogs.
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Labrador Retriever dogs are average watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Japanese Spitz or Keeshond or Labrador Retriever? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Japanese Spitz dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Keeshond dogs are average defenders.
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Labrador Retriever dogs are average defenders.
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Japanese Spitz vs Keeshond vs Labrador Retriever Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Japanese Spitz or Keeshond or Labrador Retriever? Japanese Spitz vs Keeshond vs Labrador Retriever behavior/temperament comparison:
Playful
Intelligent
Affectionate
Loyal
Proud
Companionable
Playful
Agile
Intelligent
Obedient
Quick
Bright
Sturdy
Playful
Loving
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Affectionate
Loyal
Gentle
Going
Social
Cheerful
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
Japanese Spitz dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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Sensitive: Keeshond dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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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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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Japanese Spitz vs Keeshond vs Labrador Retriever?
High: Japanese Spitz dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Keeshond 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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Social Needs
Japanese Spitz vs Keeshond vs Labrador Retriever social needs comparison:
Japanese Spitz dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Keeshond dogs are a social breed.
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Labrador Retriever dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Japanese Spitz dogs tend to escape less than other breeds.
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Keeshond dogs tend to escape less than other breeds.
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Labrador Retriever dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Japanese Spitz dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals.
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Keeshond dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen.
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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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Japanese Spitz vs Keeshond vs Labrador Retriever Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Japanese Spitz vs Keeshond vs Labrador Retriever playfulness comparison:
The Japanese Spitz is a highly playful breed.
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Average: Keeshonds, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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The Labrador Retriever is a highly playful breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Japanese Spitz vs Keeshond vs Labrador Retriever?
A lot: Japanese Spitz is a particularly loud breed.
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A lot: Keeshond is a particularly loud breed.
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Average: The Labrador Retriever barks occasionally.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Japanese Spitz or Keeshond or Labrador Retriever?
Very house-friendly dog the Japanese Spitz breed.
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 Keeshond indoors.
It is not recommended to keep the Labrador Retriever breed in the home.

Japanese Spitz vs Keeshond vs Labrador Retriever Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
Japanese Spitz dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Keeshond 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.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Japanese Spitz or Keeshond or Labrador Retriever?
Japanese Spitz dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
Keeshond dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.
Labrador Retriever dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Japanese Spitz vs Keeshond vs Labrador Retriever Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Japanese Spitz or Keeshond or Labrador Retriever?

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Japanese Spitz bite force: Weak.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Keeshond bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

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

Low 🔽

The Japanese Spitz has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Keeshond has a low chance of biting somebody.

Moderate

The Labrador Retriever has an average chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Japanese Spitz vs Keeshond vs Labrador Retriever mouthiness comparison:
Japanese Spitz dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Keeshond 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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Japanese Spitz vs Keeshond vs Labrador Retriever Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Japanese Spitz vs Keeshond vs Labrador Retriever health comparison. Which is the healthier: Japanese Spitz vs Keeshond vs Labrador Retriever?
The Japanese Spitz is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The Keeshond 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.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Japanese Spitz vs Keeshond vs Labrador Retriever? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Japanese Spitz vs Keeshond vs Labrador Retriever health problems comparison:
Patellar Luxation
Runny Eyes
Hip Dysplasia
Heart Problems
Skin Diseases
Kneecap dislocations
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Bloat
Epilepsy
Ear Infections
Elbow Dysplasia
Osteochondrosis Dissecans
Tricuspid Valve Dysplasia
Acute Moist Dermatitis
Cold Tail
Myopathy
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Average
The Japanese Spitz should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Average
The Keeshond 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.
Life Expectancy
Japanese Spitz vs Keeshond vs Labrador Retriever lifespan comparison. How long do Japanese Spitz, Keeshond and Labrador Retriever breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
10-16 years
The average lifespan of Japanese Spitz: 13 years
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Keeshond: 13 years
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Labrador Retriever: 11 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Japanese Spitz vs Keeshond vs Labrador Retriever?
Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Japanese Spitz can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Prefers cold weather
The Keeshond can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog.
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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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Japanese Spitz vs Keeshond vs Labrador Retriever Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Japanese Spitz or Keeshond or Labrador Retriever? Japanese Spitz vs Keeshond vs Labrador Retriever energy level comparison:
Japanese Spitz dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Keeshond dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Labrador Retriever dogs are high-energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Japanese Spitz vs Keeshond vs Labrador Retriever exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Japanese Spitz or Keeshond or Labrador Retriever? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Japanese Spitz dogs have an average exercise need.
Keeshond dogs exercise need is minimal.
Labrador Retriever dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Japanese Spitz or Keeshond or Labrador Retriever?
Japanese Spitz dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
Keeshond dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Labrador Retriever dogs don't need too much sleep.

Japanese Spitz vs Keeshond vs Labrador Retriever Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Japanese Spitz or Keeshond or Labrador Retriever?
1/2 to 1 cup dry food a day. 2 to 2.5 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. Recommended daily amount: 2.5 to 3 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? Japanese Spitz vs Keeshond vs Labrador Retriever weight gain potential comparison:
Low to Average: The Japanese Spitz has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Keeshond's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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High: The Labrador Retriever breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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Japanese Spitz vs Keeshond vs Labrador Retriever Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Japanese Spitz vs Keeshond vs Labrador Retriever coat comparison:
Thick Fluffy
Dense
Dense
Waterproof
Hard
Short
Colors
What are the original Japanese Spitz, Keeshond and Labrador Retriever color?
White Black
Gray
Cream
Silver
Black
Yellow
Chocolate
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Japanese Spitz or Keeshond or Labrador Retriever? Japanese Spitz vs Keeshond vs Labrador Retriever grooming comparison:
Advanced: The Japanese Spitz requires a lot of grooming.
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Advanced: The Keeshond requires a lot of grooming.
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Effortless: The Labrador Retriever requires minimal grooming.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Japanese Spitz or Keeshond or Labrador Retriever? Japanese Spitz or Keeshond or {name3 shedding:
Japanese Spitz dogs shed moderately.
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Keeshond dogs are heavy shedders.
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Labrador Retriever dogs shed moderately.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Japanese Spitz or Keeshond or Labrador Retriever?
6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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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
Japanese Spitz vs Keeshond vs Labrador Retriever 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, Japanese Spitz vs Keeshond vs Labrador Retriever?

Medium

The Japanese Spitz has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Keeshond has an average chance of bad smell.

High 🔼

The Labrador Retriever has a high chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?
The Japanese Spitz is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Keeshond is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Labrador Retriever is an average drooler.
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Japanese Spitz vs Keeshond vs Labrador Retriever Good With Comparison

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

Japanese Spitz vs Keeshond vs Labrador Retriever 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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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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Therapy Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: Japanese Spitz or Keeshond or Labrador Retriever? Which is better for autism?

Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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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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Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog
Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?

Not really

They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.

Not really

They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.

Yes

After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR)
Which one could be a search and rescue dog?

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as 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.
Boat and Sailor Dog
Which one could be a boat dog: Japanese Spitz vs Keeshond vs Labrador Retriever?

Not really

Japanese Spitz breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Keeshond 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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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.

Japanese Spitz vs Keeshond vs Labrador Retriever 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 Japanese Spitz and Keeshond and Labrador Retriever have?
1-6 puppies 3-8 puppies 5-10 puppies

Japanese Spitz vs Keeshond vs Labrador Retriever Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1930 as a Non-Sporting breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1917 as a Sporting breed.
FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI?
Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Asian Spitz and related breeds section. Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the European Spitz section. Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Retrievers section.
Breed Recognition
What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?
American Canine Registry
America's Pet Registry
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
American Canine Association, Inc.
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
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 Pet Registry, 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
Canadian Canine Registry

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