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Alaskan Malamute vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Labrador Retriever Comparison - Dog breed selector: Mally or Blue Heeler or Lab? Find the right dog for you

"Find similarities and differences between Alaskan Malamute vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Labrador Retriever" Compare Alaskan Malamute and Australian Cattle Dog. Which is better: Alaskan Malamute or Australian Cattle Dog or Labrador Retriever?
 
 
 
Name Alaskan Malamute Australian Cattle Dog Labrador Retriever
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Group Sled Dogs Pastoral / Herding Dogs Gun Dog
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Mally
Mal
Blue Heeler
Cattle Dog
Red Heeler
Queensland Heeler
Lab
Labrador
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Alaskan Malamute vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Labrador Retriever breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Alaskan Malamute vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Labrador Retriever Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Alaskan Malamute or Australian Cattle Dog or Labrador Retriever? Which is the smallest dog, Alaskan Malamute or Australian Cattle Dog or Labrador Retriever?
Large Medium Large
Weight
Which is heavier, Alaskan Malamute or Australian Cattle Dog or Australian Cattle Dog? Alaskan Malamute vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Labrador Retriever weight comparison:
Male: 80 - 95 pounds (36 - 43 kg), Female: 70 - 85 pounds (32 - 38 kg) 30-62 pounds (13-28 kg) Male: 60-75 pounds (27-34kg), Female: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 80 - 95 pounds (36 - 43 kg), Female: 70 - 85 pounds (32 - 38 kg) 46 pounds (20.5 kg) Male: 67.5 pounds (30.5 kg), Female: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Alaskan Malamute or Australian Cattle Dog or Labrador Retriever? Alaskan Malamute vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Labrador Retriever height comparison:
Male: 24 - 26 inches (61 - 66 cm), Female: 22 - 24 inches (56 - 61 cm) Male: 17-20 inches (43-51 cm), Female: 17-19 inches (43-48 cm) Male: 22-24 inches (56-61cm), Female: 21-23 inches (53-58 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 24 - 26 inches (61 - 66 cm), Female: 22 - 24 inches (56 - 61 cm) Male: 18.5 inches (47 cm), Female: 18 inches (45.5 cm) Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 22 inches (55.5 cm)

Alaskan Malamute vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Labrador Retriever Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Alaskan Malamute or Australian Cattle Dog or Labrador Retriever? Which is more expensive?
$1200-$1500 $500-$700 $1000-$2000
Availability
Which is easier to get, Alaskan Malamute or Australian Cattle Dog or Labrador Retriever?
Very frequent: The Alaskan Malamute is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Australian Cattle Dog is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Labrador Retriever is quite easy to get.

Alaskan Malamute vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Labrador Retriever Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

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

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Alaskan Malamute or Australian Cattle Dog or Labrador Retriever? Alaskan Malamute vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Labrador Retriever behavior/temperament comparison:
Playful
Dignified
Friendly
Affectionate
Loyal
Devoted
Energetic
Protective
Alert
Intelligent
Responsive
Loyal
Aggressive
Playful
Loving
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Affectionate
Loyal
Gentle
Going
Social
Cheerful
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
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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Sensitive: Labrador Retriever dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Alaskan Malamute vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Labrador Retriever?
Average: Alaskan Malamute dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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Average: Australian Cattle Dog dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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Slightly Below Average: Labrador Retriever dogs may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence.
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Social Needs
Alaskan Malamute vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Labrador Retriever social needs comparison:
Alaskan Malamute dogs are a social breed.
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Australian Cattle Dog dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Labrador Retriever dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Alaskan Malamute dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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The wanderlust potential of the Australian Cattle Dog is strong enough to escape from home.
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Labrador Retriever dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Alaskan Malamute dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Australian Cattle Dog dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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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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Alaskan Malamute vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Labrador Retriever Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Alaskan Malamute vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Labrador Retriever playfulness comparison:
The Alaskan Malamute is a playful breed.
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The Australian Cattle Dog is a highly playful breed.
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The Labrador Retriever is a highly playful breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Alaskan Malamute vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Labrador Retriever?
Low to Average: The Alaskan Malamute rarely barks.
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Low to Average: The Australian Cattle Dog rarely barks.
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Average: The Labrador Retriever barks occasionally.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Alaskan Malamute or Australian Cattle Dog or Labrador Retriever?
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Alaskan Malamute breed.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Australian Cattle Dog breed.
It is not recommended to keep the Labrador Retriever breed in the home.

Alaskan Malamute vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Labrador Retriever Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
Average: Alaskan Malamute dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Average: Australian Cattle Dog dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Labrador Retriever dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Alaskan Malamute or Australian Cattle Dog or Labrador Retriever?
Alaskan Malamute 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.
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.
Labrador Retriever dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Alaskan Malamute vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Labrador Retriever Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Alaskan Malamute or Australian Cattle Dog or Labrador Retriever?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Alaskan Malamute bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Australian Cattle Dog bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

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

Moderate

The Alaskan Malamute has an average chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Australian Cattle Dog has a low chance of biting somebody.

Moderate

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

Health Issues
Alaskan Malamute vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Labrador Retriever health comparison. Which is the healthier: Alaskan Malamute vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Labrador Retriever?
The Alaskan Malamute is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The Australian Cattle Dog is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The Labrador Retriever is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Alaskan Malamute vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Labrador Retriever? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Alaskan Malamute vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Labrador Retriever health problems comparison:
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Hypothyroidism
Chondrodysplasia
Hemeralopia
Inherited Polyneuropathy
Hip Dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Deafness
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Bloat
Epilepsy
Ear Infections
Elbow Dysplasia
Osteochondrosis Dissecans
Tricuspid Valve Dysplasia
Acute Moist Dermatitis
Cold Tail
Myopathy
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Average
The Alaskan Malamute should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Average
The Australian Cattle Dog should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Average
The Labrador Retriever should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Life Expectancy
Alaskan Malamute vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Labrador Retriever lifespan comparison. How long do Alaskan Malamute, Australian Cattle Dog and Labrador Retriever breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Alaskan Malamute: 13 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Australian Cattle Dog: 13 years
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Labrador Retriever: 11 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Alaskan Malamute vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Labrador Retriever?
Prefers cold weather
The Alaskan Malamute can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog.
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Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Australian Cattle Dog can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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Alaskan Malamute vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Labrador Retriever Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Alaskan Malamute or Australian Cattle Dog or Labrador Retriever? Alaskan Malamute vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Labrador Retriever energy level comparison:
Alaskan Malamute dogs are high-energy dogs.
Australian Cattle Dog dogs are high-energy dogs.
Labrador Retriever dogs are high-energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Alaskan Malamute vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Labrador Retriever exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Alaskan Malamute or Australian Cattle Dog or Labrador Retriever? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Alaskan Malamute dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Australian Cattle Dog dogs need a lot of exercises.
Labrador Retriever dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Alaskan Malamute or Australian Cattle Dog or Labrador Retriever?
Alaskan Malamute dogs don't need too much sleep.
Australian Cattle Dog dogs don't need too much sleep.
Labrador Retriever dogs don't need too much sleep.

Alaskan Malamute vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Labrador Retriever Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Alaskan Malamute or Australian Cattle Dog or Labrador Retriever?
Recommended daily amount: 4 to 5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 1.5 to 2.5 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.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Alaskan Malamute vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Labrador Retriever weight gain potential comparison:
Average: The Alaskan Malamute has an average risk for obesity.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Australian Cattle Dog's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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High: The Labrador Retriever breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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Alaskan Malamute vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Labrador Retriever Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Alaskan Malamute vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Labrador Retriever coat comparison:
Dense
Rough
Thick
Weather-resistant
Dense Dense
Waterproof
Hard
Short
Colors
What are the original Alaskan Malamute, Australian Cattle Dog and Labrador Retriever color?
Black
Gray
Red
White
Red
Blue
Speckled
Mottled
Black
Yellow
Chocolate
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Alaskan Malamute or Australian Cattle Dog or Labrador Retriever? Alaskan Malamute vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Labrador Retriever grooming comparison:
Average: The Alaskan Malamute requires average grooming effort.
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Effortless: The Australian Cattle Dog requires minimal grooming.
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Effortless: The Labrador Retriever requires minimal grooming.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Alaskan Malamute or Australian Cattle Dog or Labrador Retriever? Alaskan Malamute or Australian Cattle Dog or {name3 shedding:
Alaskan Malamute dogs are heavy shedders.
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Australian Cattle Dog dogs shed moderately.
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Labrador Retriever dogs shed moderately.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Alaskan Malamute or Australian Cattle Dog or Labrador Retriever?
6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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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
Alaskan Malamute vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Labrador Retriever hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?
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Stinkiness
Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Alaskan Malamute vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Labrador Retriever?

Low 🔽

The Alaskan Malamute has a low chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Australian Cattle Dog has an average chance of bad smell.

High 🔼

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

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Alaskan Malamute dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Australian Cattle Dog dogs are generally with other pets.
Labrador Retriever dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Alaskan Malamute or Australian Cattle Dog or Labrador Retriever? Which dog is more friendly?
Alaskan Malamute dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Australian Cattle Dog dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Labrador Retriever dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Alaskan Malamute or Australian Cattle Dog or Labrador Retriever?
Alaskan Malamute dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Australian Cattle Dog dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Labrador Retriever dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Alaskan Malamute or Australian Cattle Dog or Labrador Retriever?
Alaskan Malamute dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Australian Cattle Dog dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Labrador Retriever dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Alaskan Malamute or Australian Cattle Dog or Labrador Retriever?
Alaskan Malamute dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Australian Cattle Dog dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Labrador Retriever dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Alaskan Malamute vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Labrador Retriever?
Yes
Alaskan Malamute dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Australian Cattle Dog dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Labrador Retriever dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
Alaskan Malamute is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Australian Cattle Dog is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Labrador Retriever is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
Alaskan Malamutes are usually recommended for elderly people.
Australian Cattle Dogs are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Labrador Retrievers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Alaskan Malamute vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Labrador Retriever As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog
Which one could be a service dog?

Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Yes

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

Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Not really

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

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

Not really

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

Not really

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

Yes

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

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.

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.
Boat and Sailor Dog
Which one could be a boat dog: Alaskan Malamute vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Labrador Retriever?

Not really

Alaskan Malamute breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Australian Cattle Dog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Yes

Labrador Retriever breed usually likes being on a boat.
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Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog
Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?

Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Fighting Dog / Military Dog

Yes

In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

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.

Alaskan Malamute vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Labrador Retriever Reproducibility Comparison

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

Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Litter Size
How many puppies can Alaskan Malamute and Australian Cattle Dog and Labrador Retriever have?
4-10 puppies 1-7 puppies, average 5 5-10 puppies

Alaskan Malamute vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Labrador Retriever Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1935 as a Working breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1980 as a Herding breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1917 as a Sporting breed.
FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI?
Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Nordic Sledge Dogs section. Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) section. Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Retrievers section.
Breed Recognition
What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?
American Canine Registry
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.
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
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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