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Labrador Retriever vs Beagle vs Poodle Comparison - Dog breed selector: Lab or English Beagle or Barbone? Find the right dog for you

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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Lab
Labrador
English Beagle Barbone
Caniche
Chien Canne
Grosse Pudel
French Poodle
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Labrador Retriever vs Beagle vs Poodle breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Labrador Retriever vs Beagle vs Poodle Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Labrador Retriever or Beagle or Poodle? Which is the smallest dog, Labrador Retriever or Beagle or Poodle?
Large Small Medium
Weight
Which is heavier, Labrador Retriever or Beagle or Beagle? Labrador Retriever vs Beagle vs Poodle weight comparison:
Male: 60-75 pounds (27-34kg), Female: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg) Male: 22-25 pounds (10-11 kg), Female: 20-23 pounds (9-10 kg) Male: 45-70 pounds (20-32 kg), Female: 45-60 pounds (20-27 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 67.5 pounds (30.5 kg), Female: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg) Male: 23.5 pounds (10.5 kg), Female: 21.5 pounds (9.5 kg) Male: 57.5 pounds (26 kg), Female: 52.5 pounds (23.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Labrador Retriever or Beagle or Poodle? Labrador Retriever vs Beagle vs Poodle height comparison:
Male: 22-24 inches (56-61cm), Female: 21-23 inches (53-58 cm) Male: 14-16 inches (36-41 cm), Female: 13-15 inches (33-38 cm) 15 inches (38 cm) or more
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 22 inches (55.5 cm) Male: 15 inches (38.5 cm), Female: 14 inches (35.5 cm) 15 inches (38 cm) or more

Labrador Retriever vs Beagle vs Poodle Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Labrador Retriever or Beagle or Poodle? Which is more expensive?
$1000-$2000 $500-$800 $1000-$1500
Availability
Which is easier to get, Labrador Retriever or Beagle or Poodle?
Very frequent: The Labrador Retriever is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Beagle is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Poodle is quite easy to get.

Labrador Retriever vs Beagle vs Poodle Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

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

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Labrador Retriever or Beagle or Poodle? Labrador Retriever vs Beagle vs Poodle behavior/temperament comparison:
Playful
Loving
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Affectionate
Loyal
Gentle
Going
Social
Cheerful
Loving
Independent
Intelligent
Friendly
Lively
Gentle
Sweet
Active
Alert
Intelligent
Trainable
Faithful
Instinctual
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
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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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Labrador Retriever vs Beagle vs Poodle?
Slightly Below Average: Labrador Retriever dogs may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence.
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High: Beagle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Poodle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Labrador Retriever vs Beagle vs Poodle social needs comparison:
Labrador Retriever dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Beagle dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Poodle dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Labrador Retriever dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Beagle dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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Poodle dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
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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Beagle dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Poodle dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals.
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Labrador Retriever vs Beagle vs Poodle Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Labrador Retriever vs Beagle vs Poodle playfulness comparison:
The Labrador Retriever is a highly playful breed.
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The Beagle is a highly playful breed.
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The Poodle is a playful breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Labrador Retriever vs Beagle vs Poodle?
Average: The Labrador Retriever barks occasionally.
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A lot: Beagle is a particularly loud breed.
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Average to High: The Poodle is a vocal breed.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Labrador Retriever or Beagle or Poodle?
It is not recommended to keep the Labrador Retriever breed in the home.
It is not recommended to keep the Beagle breed in the home.
Very house-friendly dog the Poodle breed.

Labrador Retriever vs Beagle vs Poodle Adaptability and Independence Comparison

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

Labrador Retriever vs Beagle vs Poodle Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Labrador Retriever or Beagle or Poodle?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Labrador Retriever bite force: Ordinary.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Beagle bite force: Weak.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

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

Moderate

The Labrador Retriever has an average chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Beagle has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

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

Health Issues
Labrador Retriever vs Beagle vs Poodle health comparison. Which is the healthier: Labrador Retriever vs Beagle vs Poodle?
The Labrador Retriever is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The Beagle is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The Poodle 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: Labrador Retriever vs Beagle vs Poodle? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Labrador Retriever vs Beagle vs Poodle health problems comparison:
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
Patellar Luxation
Hypothyroidism
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Epilepsy
Intervertebral Disk Disease
Cherry Eye
Distichiasis
Glaucoma
Beagle Dwarfism
Chinese Beagle Syndrome
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Legg-perthes Disease
Patellar Luxation
Allergies
Hypothyroidism
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Von Willebrand's Disease
Bloat
Epilepsy
Sebaceous Adenitis
Ear Infections
Addison's Disease
Cushing's Syndrome
Runny Eyes
Canine Atrial Septal Defect (asd)
Neonatal Encephalopathy (news)
Optic Nerve Hypoplasia
Premature Graying
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Average
The Labrador Retriever should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Average
The Beagle should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Average
The Poodle should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Life Expectancy
Labrador Retriever vs Beagle vs Poodle lifespan comparison. How long do Labrador Retriever, Beagle and Poodle breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Labrador Retriever: 11 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Beagle: 13 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Poodle: 13 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Labrador Retriever vs Beagle vs Poodle?
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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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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Labrador Retriever vs Beagle vs Poodle Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Labrador Retriever vs Beagle vs Poodle Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Labrador Retriever or Beagle or Poodle?
Recommended daily amount: 2.5 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 0.5 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 2 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? Labrador Retriever vs Beagle vs Poodle weight gain potential comparison:
High: The Labrador Retriever breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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High: The Beagle breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Poodle's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Labrador Retriever vs Beagle vs Poodle Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Labrador Retriever vs Beagle vs Poodle coat comparison:
Dense
Waterproof
Hard
Short
Dense Curly
Colors
What are the original Labrador Retriever, Beagle and Poodle color?
Black
Yellow
Chocolate
Black
Tan
Red
White
Tricolor
Black
Gray
Red
Blue
Cream
White
Silver
Brown
Fawn
Beige
Apricot
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Labrador Retriever or Beagle or Poodle? Labrador Retriever vs Beagle vs Poodle grooming comparison:
Effortless: The Labrador Retriever requires minimal grooming.
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Effortless: The Beagle requires minimal grooming.
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Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Labrador Retriever or Beagle or Poodle? Labrador Retriever or Beagle or {name3 shedding:
Labrador Retriever dogs shed moderately.
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Beagle dogs shed moderately.
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Poodle dogs shed none to minimal.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Labrador Retriever or Beagle or Poodle?
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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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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Hypoallergenic
Labrador Retriever vs Beagle vs Poodle 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, Labrador Retriever vs Beagle vs Poodle?

High 🔼

The Labrador Retriever has a high chance of bad smell.

High 🔼

The Beagle has a high chance of bad smell.

Medium

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

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

Labrador Retriever vs Beagle vs Poodle As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog
Which one could be a service dog?

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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Yes

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

Yes

This breed makes a perfect 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: Labrador Retriever vs Beagle vs Poodle?

Yes

Labrador Retriever breed usually likes being on a boat.
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Yes

Beagle breed usually likes being on a boat.
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Yes

Poodle 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.

Labrador Retriever vs Beagle vs Poodle Reproducibility Comparison

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

Once a year.

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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 Labrador Retriever and Beagle and Poodle have?
5-10 puppies 2-14 puppies, average 7 2-4 puppies

Labrador Retriever vs Beagle vs Poodle Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1917 as a Sporting breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Hound breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1887 as a Non-Sporting & Toy breed.
FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI?
Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Retrievers section. Recognized by FCI in the Scent hounds and related breeds group, in the Scent hounds section. Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Poodle 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
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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