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Lucas Terrier vs Labrador Retriever vs Dachshund Comparison - Dog breed selector: Sporting Lucas Terrier or Lab or Bassotto? Find the right dog for you

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Name Lucas Terrier Labrador Retriever Dachshund
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Sporting Lucas Terrier Lab
Labrador
Bassotto
Sausage Dog
Tekkel
Tekkel Doxie
Weenie Dog
Worshond
Teckel
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Lucas Terrier vs Labrador Retriever vs Dachshund breed type comparison:
Cross Breed Purebred Purebred

Lucas Terrier vs Labrador Retriever vs Dachshund Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Lucas Terrier or Labrador Retriever or Dachshund? Which is the smallest dog, Lucas Terrier or Labrador Retriever or Dachshund?
Small Large Small
Weight
Which is heavier, Lucas Terrier or Labrador Retriever or Labrador Retriever? Lucas Terrier vs Labrador Retriever vs Dachshund weight comparison:
Male: 14-20 pounds (6-9 kg), Females: 11-17 pounds (5-8 kg) Male: 60-75 pounds (27-34kg), Female: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg) Toy: 8-11 pounds (3.5-5.0 kg)Standard: 16-32 pounds (7-15 kg), Miniature: 12 pounds (5.5 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 17 pounds (7.5 kg), Females: 14 pounds (6.5 kg) Male: 67.5 pounds (30.5 kg), Female: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg) Toy: 9.5 pounds (3.5-5.0 kg)Standard: 24 pounds (11 kg), Miniature: 12 pounds (5.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Lucas Terrier or Labrador Retriever or Dachshund? Lucas Terrier vs Labrador Retriever vs Dachshund height comparison:
Male: 10-12 inches (25-30 cm), Female: 9-11 inches (23-28 cm) Male: 22-24 inches (56-61cm), Female: 21-23 inches (53-58 cm) Toy: 12 inches (30 cm)Standard: 8-11 inches (20-27 cm), Miniature: 5-7 inches (13-18 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 11 inches (27.5 cm), Female: 10 inches (25.5 cm) Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 22 inches (55.5 cm) Toy: 12 inches (30 cm)Standard: 9.5 inches (23.5 cm), Miniature: 6 inches (15.5 cm)

Lucas Terrier vs Labrador Retriever vs Dachshund Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Lucas Terrier or Labrador Retriever or Dachshund? Which is more expensive?
$500-$600 $1000-$2000 $500-$700
Availability
Which is easier to get, Lucas Terrier or Labrador Retriever or Dachshund?
Frequent: The Lucas Terrier is easier than average to get.
Very frequent: The Labrador Retriever is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Dachshund is quite easy to get.

Lucas Terrier vs Labrador Retriever vs Dachshund Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Lucas Terrier vs Labrador Retriever vs Dachshund intelligence:
Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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Outstanding: Labrador Retriever is one of the brightest dog breeds.
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Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Trainability
Lucas Terrier vs Labrador Retriever vs Dachshund trainability comparison.
Lucas Terrier dogs are easy to train.
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Labrador Retriever dogs are very easy to train.
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Dachshund dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Lucas Terrier or Labrador Retriever or Dachshund?
Lucas Terrier dogs are average watchdogs.
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Labrador Retriever dogs are average watchdogs.
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Dachshund dogs are average watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Lucas Terrier or Labrador Retriever or Dachshund? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Lucas Terrier dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Labrador Retriever dogs are average defenders.
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Dachshund dogs are average defenders.
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Lucas Terrier vs Labrador Retriever vs Dachshund Personality and Temperament Comparison

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

Playfulness
Lucas Terrier vs Labrador Retriever vs Dachshund playfulness comparison:
Average: Lucas Terriers, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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The Labrador Retriever is a highly playful breed.
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Average: Dachshunds, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Lucas Terrier vs Labrador Retriever vs Dachshund?
Average: The Lucas Terrier barks occasionally.
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Average: The Labrador Retriever barks occasionally.
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A lot: Dachshund is a particularly loud breed.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Lucas Terrier or Labrador Retriever or Dachshund?
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Lucas Terrier breed.
It is not recommended to keep the Labrador Retriever breed in the home.
Apartment-friendly dog the Dachshund breed.

Lucas Terrier vs Labrador Retriever vs Dachshund Adaptability and Independence Comparison

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

Lucas Terrier vs Labrador Retriever vs Dachshund Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Lucas Terrier or Labrador Retriever or Dachshund?

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Lucas Terrier bite force: Weak.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Labrador Retriever bite force: Ordinary.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

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

Low 🔽

The Lucas Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.

Moderate

The Labrador Retriever has an average chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

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

Health Issues
Lucas Terrier vs Labrador Retriever vs Dachshund health comparison. Which is the healthier: Lucas Terrier vs Labrador Retriever vs Dachshund?
The Lucas Terrier 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.
The Dachshund 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: Lucas Terrier vs Labrador Retriever vs Dachshund? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Lucas Terrier vs Labrador Retriever vs Dachshund health problems comparison:
No data available Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Bloat
Epilepsy
Ear Infections
Elbow Dysplasia
Osteochondrosis Dissecans
Tricuspid Valve Dysplasia
Acute Moist Dermatitis
Cold Tail
Myopathy
Legg-perthes Disease
Cancer
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Bloat
Epilepsy
Deafness
Intervertebral Disk Disease
Elbow Dysplasia
Demodectic Mange
Mitral Valve Disease
Cushing's Syndrome
Acanthosis Nigricans
Baldness
Canine Diabetes Mellitus
Lymphocytic Thyroiditis
Narcolepsy
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Average
The Lucas Terrier 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.
Average
The Dachshund should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Life Expectancy
Lucas Terrier vs Labrador Retriever vs Dachshund lifespan comparison. How long do Lucas Terrier, Labrador Retriever and Dachshund breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
13-15 years
The average lifespan of Lucas Terrier: 14 years
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Labrador Retriever: 11 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Dachshund: 13 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Lucas Terrier vs Labrador Retriever vs Dachshund?
Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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Prefers warm weather
Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates.
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Lucas Terrier vs Labrador Retriever vs Dachshund Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Lucas Terrier vs Labrador Retriever vs Dachshund Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Lucas Terrier or Labrador Retriever or Dachshund?
1/4 to 1 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. 1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Lucas Terrier vs Labrador Retriever vs Dachshund weight gain potential comparison:
Low: The Lucas Terrier has good luck with genetics.
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High: The Labrador Retriever breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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High: The Dachshund breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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Lucas Terrier vs Labrador Retriever vs Dachshund Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Lucas Terrier vs Labrador Retriever vs Dachshund coat comparison:
Dense
Soft
Thick
Weather-resistant
Double
Harsh
Dense
Waterproof
Hard
Short
Fine
Colors
What are the original Lucas Terrier, Labrador Retriever and Dachshund color?
Black
Tan
White
Grey
Black
Yellow
Chocolate
Black
Tan
Red
Blue
White
Silver
Brown
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Lucas Terrier or Labrador Retriever or Dachshund? Lucas Terrier vs Labrador Retriever vs Dachshund grooming comparison:
Average: The Lucas Terrier requires average grooming effort.
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Effortless: The Labrador Retriever requires minimal grooming.
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Easy to groom: The Dachshund doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Lucas Terrier or Labrador Retriever or Dachshund? Lucas Terrier or Labrador Retriever or {name3 shedding:
Lucas Terrier dogs shed moderately.
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Labrador Retriever dogs shed moderately.
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Dachshund dogs shed none to minimal.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Lucas Terrier or Labrador Retriever or Dachshund?
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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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
Lucas Terrier vs Labrador Retriever vs Dachshund 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, Lucas Terrier vs Labrador Retriever vs Dachshund?

Low 🔽

The Lucas Terrier has a low chance of bad smell.

High 🔼

The Labrador Retriever has a high chance of bad smell.

Low 🔽

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

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

Lucas Terrier vs Labrador Retriever vs Dachshund As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog
Which one could be a service dog?

Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Yes

This breed makes good as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Therapy Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: Lucas Terrier or Labrador Retriever or Dachshund? Which is better for autism?

Not really

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

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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Yes

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

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.

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.

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: Lucas Terrier vs Labrador Retriever vs Dachshund?

Not really

Lucas Terrier 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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Not really

Dachshund breed usually doesn't like 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.

Lucas Terrier vs Labrador Retriever vs Dachshund 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 Lucas Terrier and Labrador Retriever and Dachshund have?
3-5 puppies 5-10 puppies 4-8 puppies

Lucas Terrier vs Labrador Retriever vs Dachshund 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 1917 as a Sporting breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Hound breed.
FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI?
Not recognized by FCI. Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Retrievers section. Recognized by FCI in the Dachshunds group, in the section.
Breed Recognition
What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Lucas Terrier Club Of America
Lucas Terrier Club Of The United Kingdom
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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