Labrador Retriever vs Bulldog Comparison – Which dog is better Lab or British Bulldog?

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Name	Labrador Retriever	Bulldog
Origins	England Canada	England
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Group	Gun Dog	Companion Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Lab Labrador	British Bulldog English Bulldog
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Labrador Retriever vs Bulldog breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred

Labrador Retriever vs Bulldog Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which dog is bigger, Labrador Retriever or Bulldog? Is the Labrador Retriever bigger than the Bulldog breed? Is a Labrador Retriever smaller than a Bulldog?	Large	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Labrador Retriever or Bulldog? Labrador Retriever vs Bulldog weight comparison:	Male: 60-75 pounds (27-34kg), Female: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg)	Male: 53-55 pounds (24-25 kg), Female: 49-51 pounds (22-23 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: 54 pounds (24.5 kg), Female: 50 pounds (22.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Labrador Retriever or Bulldog? Is a Labrador Retriever taller than a Bulldog?	Male: 22-24 inches (56-61cm), Female: 21-23 inches (53-58 cm)	12-16 inches (31-40 cm), There is no prescribed height, but shorter Bulldogs are more prized when being shown
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 22 inches (55.5 cm)	14 inches (35.5 cm), There is no prescribed height, but shorter Bulldogs are more prized when being shown

Labrador Retriever vs Bulldog Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Labrador Retriever or Bulldog? Which is more expensive? What is the difference in price between Labrador Retriever and Bulldog?	$1000-$2000	$1200-$2000
Availability Which is easier to get, Labrador Retriever or Bulldog?	Very frequent: The Labrador Retriever is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Bulldog is quite easy to get.

Labrador Retriever vs Bulldog Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which dog has more intelligence? Is a Labrador Retriever or Bulldog smarter? Which is best? Labrador Retriever vs Bulldog intelligence:	Outstanding: Labrador Retriever is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Low: The Bulldog is one of the dog breeds that have the lowest degree of obedience intelligence. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Labrador Retriever vs Bulldog trainability comparison. What's the difference between Labrador Retriever vs Bulldog?	Labrador Retriever dogs are very easy to train. See more.	A slightly harder to train than average. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Labrador Retriever or Bulldog?	Labrador Retriever dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Bulldog dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Labrador Retriever or Bulldog? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Labrador Retriever dogs are average defenders. See more.	Bulldog dogs are not the best to protect their territory. See more.
Guard Dog Breeds List

Labrador Retriever vs Bulldog Personality and Temperament Comparison

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

Labrador Retriever vs Bulldog Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Labrador Retriever vs Bulldog playfulness comparison:	The Labrador Retriever is a highly playful breed. See more.	Bulldogs don't really like playing. See more.
Most Playful Dog Breeds
Barking Which dog barks more/less: Labrador Retriever vs Bulldog?	Average: The Labrador Retriever barks occasionally. See more.	Low: The Bulldog barks none to minimal. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Labrador Retriever or Bulldog?	It is not recommended to keep the Labrador Retriever breed in the home.	Very house-friendly dog the Bulldog breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Labrador Retriever vs Bulldog 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.	Bulldog 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 Bulldog?	Labrador Retriever dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Bulldog 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 vs Bulldog Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Labrador Retriever or Bulldog?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Labrador Retriever bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Bulldog bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Is a Labrador Retriever more dangerous than a Bulldog?	Moderate ⏺ The Labrador Retriever has an average chance of biting somebody.	Moderate ⏺ The Bulldog has an average chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Labrador Retriever vs Bulldog mouthiness comparison:	Labrador Retriever dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Bulldog dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Labrador Retriever vs Bulldog Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Labrador Retriever vs Bulldog health comparison. Which is the healthier: Labrador Retriever vs Bulldog?	The Labrador Retriever is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Very healthy dog breed.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Labrador Retriever vs Bulldog? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Labrador Retriever vs Bulldog 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 Entropion Cherry Eye Demodectic Mange Reverse Sneezing Brachycephalic Syndrome Dry Eye Head Shakes
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Labrador Retriever vs Bulldog?	Average The Labrador Retriever should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Rare The Bulldog should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Labrador Retriever vs Bulldog lifespan comparison. How long do Labrador Retriever and Bulldog breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy? What is the age limit of the Labrador Retriever and Bulldog?	10-12 years The average lifespan of Labrador Retriever: 11 years	8-10 years The average lifespan of Bulldog: 9 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Labrador Retriever vs Bulldog?	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 warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. See more.

Labrador Retriever vs Bulldog Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Labrador Retriever or Bulldog? Labrador Retriever vs Bulldog energy level comparison:	Labrador Retriever dogs are high-energy dogs.	Bulldog dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Labrador Retriever vs Bulldog exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Labrador Retriever or Bulldog? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Labrador Retriever dogs need a lot of exercises.	Bulldog dogs exercise need is very minimal.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Labrador Retriever or Bulldog?	Labrador Retriever dogs don't need too much sleep.	Bulldog dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Labrador Retriever vs Bulldog Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Labrador Retriever or Bulldog? Does the Labrador Retriever breed eat more than the Bulldog breed?	Recommended daily amount: 2.5 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1/2 to 1.5 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? Labrador Retriever vs Bulldog weight gain potential comparison:	High: The Labrador Retriever breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	High: The Bulldog breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Labrador Retriever vs Bulldog Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Labrador Retriever vs Bulldog coat comparison:	Dense Waterproof Hard Short	Fine
Colors What are the original Labrador Retriever and Bulldog color? Labrador Retriever vs Bulldog color comparison:	Black Yellow Chocolate	Gray Red White Fawn Brindle
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Labrador Retriever or Bulldog? Labrador Retriever vs Bulldog grooming comparison:	Effortless: The Labrador Retriever requires minimal grooming. See more.	Average: The Bulldog requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Labrador Retriever or Bulldog? Do Labrador Retriever dogs shed more than Bulldog dogs?	Labrador Retriever dogs shed moderately. See more.	Bulldog 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: Labrador Retriever or Bulldog?	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.
Hypoallergenic Labrador Retriever vs Bulldog hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Labrador Retriever or Bulldog?	High 🔼 The Labrador Retriever has a high chance of bad smell.	High 🔼 The Bulldog has a high chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least? What's the difference between Labrador Retriever vs Bulldog?	The Labrador Retriever is an average drooler. See more.	The Bulldog is a big drooler, so if you're disgusted by slobber spots on your clothes, you should choose a dog from another breed. See more.

Labrador Retriever vs Bulldog Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Labrador Retriever dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Bulldog dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Labrador Retriever or Bulldog? Which dog is more friendly?	Labrador Retriever dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	Bulldog dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Labrador Retriever or Bulldog?	Labrador Retriever dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Bulldog dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Labrador Retriever or Bulldog?	Labrador Retriever dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Bulldog dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Labrador Retriever or Bulldog? Can a Labrador Retriever and a Bulldog be friends? Do Labrador Retriever dogs get along with Bulldog dogs?	Labrador Retriever dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Bulldog dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: Labrador Retriever vs Bulldog?	Yes Labrador Retriever dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	No Bulldog dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Labrador Retriever is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Bulldog 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.	Bulldogs are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Labrador Retriever vs Bulldog As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	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: Labrador Retriever or Bulldog? Which is better for autism?	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
Therapy Dog Breeds
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.	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.	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 Bulldog?	Yes Labrador Retriever breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Not really Bulldog 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?	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	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 Bulldog Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	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.
Litter Size How many puppies can Labrador Retriever and Bulldog have? Labrador Retriever vs Bulldog litter size comparison:	5-10 puppies	4-5 puppies
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Labrador Retriever vs Bulldog 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 1886 as a Non-Sporting 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 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

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