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Name	Boxer	Labrador Retriever	Great Dane
Origins	Germany	England Canada	Germany
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Group	Working Dogs	Gun Dog	Working Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Deutscher Boxer German Boxer	Lab Labrador	Apollo of Dogs Deutsche Dogge Gentle Giant German Mastiff Dane
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Boxer vs Labrador Retriever vs Great Dane breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Boxer vs Labrador Retriever vs Great Dane Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Boxer or Labrador Retriever or Great Dane? Which is the smallest dog, Boxer or Labrador Retriever or Great Dane?	Medium	Large	Giant
Weight Which is heavier, Boxer or Labrador Retriever or Labrador Retriever? Boxer vs Labrador Retriever vs Great Dane weight comparison:	Male: 60-70 pounds (27-32 kg), Female: 53-65 pounds (24-29 kg)	Male: 60-75 pounds (27-34kg), Female: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg)	Male: 120-200 pounds (54-90 kg), Female: 100-130 pounds (45-59 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 65 pounds (29.5 kg), Female: 59 pounds (26.5 kg)	Male: 67.5 pounds (30.5 kg), Female: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg)	Male: 160 pounds (72 kg), Female: 115 pounds (52 kg)
Height Which is taller, Boxer or Labrador Retriever or Great Dane? Boxer vs Labrador Retriever vs Great Dane height comparison:	Male: 22-25 inches (56-63 cm), Female: 21-24 inches (53-61 cm)	Male: 22-24 inches (56-61cm), Female: 21-23 inches (53-58 cm)	Male: 30-34 inches (76-86 cm), Female: 28-32 inches (71-81 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 23.5 inches (59.5 cm), Female: 22.5 inches (57 cm)	Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 22 inches (55.5 cm)	Male: 32 inches (81 cm), Female: 30 inches (76 cm)

Boxer vs Labrador Retriever vs Great Dane Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Boxer or Labrador Retriever or Great Dane? Which is more expensive?	$600-$1200	$1000-$2000	$800-$1200
Availability Which is easier to get, Boxer or Labrador Retriever or Great Dane?	Very frequent: The Boxer is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Labrador Retriever is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Great Dane is quite easy to get.

Boxer vs Labrador Retriever vs Great Dane Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Boxer vs Labrador Retriever vs Great Dane intelligence:	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Outstanding: Labrador Retriever is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Smart: The Great Dane dogs have great intelligence. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Boxer vs Labrador Retriever vs Great Dane trainability comparison.	Boxer dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Labrador Retriever dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Great Dane dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Boxer or Labrador Retriever or Great Dane?	Boxer dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Labrador Retriever dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Great Dane dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Boxer or Labrador Retriever or Great Dane? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Boxer dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Labrador Retriever dogs are average defenders. See more.	Great Dane dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
Guard Dog Breeds List

Boxer vs Labrador Retriever vs Great Dane Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Boxer or Labrador Retriever or Great Dane? Boxer vs Labrador Retriever vs Great Dane behavior/temperament comparison:	Playful Energetic Intelligent Confident Friendly Loyal Fearless Brave Bright	Playful Loving Energetic Alert Intelligent Friendly Responsive Affectionate Loyal Gentle Going Social Cheerful	Loving Intelligent Confident Friendly Devoted Gentle Reserved
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Sensitive: Labrador Retriever dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	Sensitive: Great Dane dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Boxer vs Labrador Retriever vs Great Dane?	High: Boxer dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Slightly Below Average: Labrador Retriever dogs may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence. See more.	Average: Great Dane dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.
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Social Needs Boxer vs Labrador Retriever vs Great Dane social needs comparison:	Boxer dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Labrador Retriever dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Great Dane dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Boxer dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Labrador Retriever dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Great Dane dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Boxer 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. See more.	Labrador Retriever dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.	Great Dane 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. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Boxer vs Labrador Retriever vs Great Dane Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Boxer vs Labrador Retriever vs Great Dane playfulness comparison:	The Boxer is a playful breed. See more.	The Labrador Retriever is a highly playful breed. See more.	Great Danes are not the most playful dog breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Boxer vs Labrador Retriever vs Great Dane?	Low to Average: The Boxer rarely barks. See more.	Average: The Labrador Retriever barks occasionally. See more.	Low to Average: The Great Dane rarely barks. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Boxer or Labrador Retriever or Great Dane?	Apartment-friendly dog the Boxer breed.	It is not recommended to keep the Labrador Retriever breed in the home.	Very house-friendly dog the Great Dane breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Boxer vs Labrador Retriever vs Great Dane Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Boxer dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Labrador Retriever dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Average: Great Dane dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Boxer or Labrador Retriever or Great Dane?	Boxer dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Labrador Retriever dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Great Dane 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.

Boxer vs Labrador Retriever vs Great Dane Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Boxer or Labrador Retriever or Great Dane?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Boxer bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Labrador Retriever bite force: Ordinary.	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Great Dane bite force: The Strongest.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	Low 🔽 The Boxer has a low chance of biting somebody.	Moderate ⏺ The Labrador Retriever has an average chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Great Dane has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Boxer vs Labrador Retriever vs Great Dane mouthiness comparison:	Boxer dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Labrador Retriever dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Great Dane dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Boxer vs Labrador Retriever vs Great Dane Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Boxer vs Labrador Retriever vs Great Dane health comparison. Which is the healthier: Boxer vs Labrador Retriever vs Great Dane?	The Boxer 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.	Great Danes are commonly healthy dogs.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Boxer vs Labrador Retriever vs Great Dane? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Boxer vs Labrador Retriever vs Great Dane health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Allergies Cancer Hypothyroidism Bloat Deafness Demodectic Mange Aortic Stenosis Boxer Cardiomyopathy Corneal Dystrophy	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 Patent Ductus Arteriosis Cancer Bloat Mitral Valve Disease Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis Dilated Cardiomyopathy Persistent Right Aortic Arch Tricuspid Valve Dysplasia
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Boxer 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 Great Dane should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Boxer vs Labrador Retriever vs Great Dane lifespan comparison. How long do Boxer, Labrador Retriever and Great Dane breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	10-12 years The average lifespan of Boxer: 11 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Labrador Retriever: 11 years	7-11 years The average lifespan of Great Dane: 9 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Boxer vs Labrador Retriever vs Great Dane?	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.

Boxer vs Labrador Retriever vs Great Dane Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Boxer or Labrador Retriever or Great Dane? Boxer vs Labrador Retriever vs Great Dane energy level comparison:	Boxer dogs are high-energy dogs.	Labrador Retriever dogs are high-energy dogs.	Great Dane dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Boxer vs Labrador Retriever vs Great Dane exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Boxer or Labrador Retriever or Great Dane? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Boxer dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Labrador Retriever dogs need a lot of exercises.	Great Dane dogs exercise need is minimal.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Boxer or Labrador Retriever or Great Dane?	Boxer dogs don't need too much sleep.	Labrador Retriever dogs don't need too much sleep.	Great Dane dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Boxer vs Labrador Retriever vs Great Dane Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Boxer or Labrador Retriever or Great Dane?	Recommended daily amount: 2 to 3 cups 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.	8 to 10 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Boxer vs Labrador Retriever vs Great Dane weight gain potential comparison:	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Boxer's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	High: The Labrador Retriever breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	Low to Average: The Great Dane has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Boxer vs Labrador Retriever vs Great Dane Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Boxer vs Labrador Retriever vs Great Dane coat comparison:	Waterproof	Dense Waterproof Hard Short	Dense
Colors What are the original Boxer, Labrador Retriever and Great Dane color?	White Fawn Brindle	Black Yellow Chocolate	Black Blue White Fawn Brindle Merle
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Boxer or Labrador Retriever or Great Dane? Boxer vs Labrador Retriever vs Great Dane grooming comparison:	Effortless: The Boxer requires minimal grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Labrador Retriever requires minimal grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Great Dane requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Boxer or Labrador Retriever or Great Dane? Boxer or Labrador Retriever or {name3 shedding:	Boxer dogs shed moderately. See more.	Labrador Retriever dogs shed moderately. See more.	Great Dane dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Boxer or Labrador Retriever or Great Dane?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.
Hypoallergenic Boxer vs Labrador Retriever vs Great Dane hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Boxer vs Labrador Retriever vs Great Dane?	High 🔼 The Boxer has a high chance of bad smell.	High 🔼 The Labrador Retriever has a high chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Great Dane has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Boxer is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The Labrador Retriever is an average drooler. See more.	The Great Dane drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed. See more.

Boxer vs Labrador Retriever vs Great Dane Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Boxer dogs are generally with other pets.	Labrador Retriever dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Great Dane dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Boxer or Labrador Retriever or Great Dane? Which dog is more friendly?	Boxer dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Labrador Retriever dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	Great Dane dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Boxer or Labrador Retriever or Great Dane?	Boxer dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Labrador Retriever dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Great Dane dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Boxer or Labrador Retriever or Great Dane?	Boxer dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Labrador Retriever dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Great Dane dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Boxer or Labrador Retriever or Great Dane?	Boxer dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Labrador Retriever dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Great Dane dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Boxer vs Labrador Retriever vs Great Dane?	Yes Boxer 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 Great Dane dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Boxer is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Labrador Retriever is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Great Dane is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Boxers are usually recommended for elderly people.	Labrador Retrievers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Great Danes are usually recommended for elderly people.

Boxer vs Labrador Retriever vs Great Dane 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. See more.	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Boxer or Labrador Retriever or Great Dane? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.
Therapy Dog Breeds
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.	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?	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.	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: Boxer vs Labrador Retriever vs Great Dane?	Not really Boxer breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Yes Labrador Retriever breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Not really Great Dane breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?	Yes A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Yes A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Fighting Dog / Military Dog	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

Boxer vs Labrador Retriever vs Great Dane 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. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.
Litter Size How many puppies can Boxer and Labrador Retriever and Great Dane have?	2-10 puppies, average 6	5-10 puppies	10-15 puppies
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Boxer vs Labrador Retriever vs Great Dane Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1904 as a Working breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1917 as a Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1887 as a Working breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type section.	Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Retrievers section.	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type section.
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 Canadian Canine Registry	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	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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