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Alaskan Malamute vs Labrador Retriever vs Great Dane Comparison - Dog breed selector: Mally or Lab or Apollo of Dogs? Find the right dog for you

"Find similarities and differences between Alaskan Malamute vs Labrador Retriever vs Great Dane" Compare Alaskan Malamute and Labrador Retriever. Which is better: Alaskan Malamute or Labrador Retriever or Great Dane?
 
 
 
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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Alaskan Malamute, Labrador Retriever, and Great Dane breeds.
Mally
Mal
Lab
Labrador
Apollo of Dogs
Deutsche Dogge
Gentle Giant
German Mastiff
Dane
Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between Alaskan Malamute, Labrador Retriever, and Great Dane? Compare their breeding categories.
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Alaskan Malamute vs Labrador Retriever vs Great Dane Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Compare size differences between Alaskan Malamute, Labrador Retriever, and Great Dane. Which breed is the largest?
Large Large Giant
Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between Alaskan Malamute, Labrador Retriever, and Great Dane? Compare adult weight ranges.
Male: 80 - 95 pounds (36 - 43 kg), Female: 70 - 85 pounds (32 - 38 kg) Male: 60-75 pounds (27-34kg), Female: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg) Male: 120-200 pounds (54-90 kg), Female: 100-130 pounds (45-59 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 80 - 95 pounds (36 - 43 kg), Female: 70 - 85 pounds (32 - 38 kg) Male: 67.5 pounds (30.5 kg), Female: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg) Male: 160 pounds (72 kg), Female: 115 pounds (52 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Alaskan Malamute or Labrador Retriever or Great Dane? Alaskan Malamute vs Labrador Retriever vs Great Dane height comparison:
Male: 24 - 26 inches (61 - 66 cm), Female: 22 - 24 inches (56 - 61 cm) Male: 22-24 inches (56-61cm), Female: 21-23 inches (53-58 cm) Male: 30-34 inches (76-86 cm), Female: 28-32 inches (71-81 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 24 - 26 inches (61 - 66 cm), Female: 22 - 24 inches (56 - 61 cm) Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 22 inches (55.5 cm) Male: 32 inches (81 cm), Female: 30 inches (76 cm)

Alaskan Malamute vs Labrador Retriever vs Great Dane Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range
Compare puppy costs for Alaskan Malamute, Labrador Retriever, and Great Dane. Find price differences between these breeds.
$1200-$1500 $1000-$2000 $800-$1200
Availability
Which is easier to get, Alaskan Malamute or Labrador Retriever or Great Dane?
Very frequent: The Alaskan Malamute is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Labrador Retriever is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Great Dane is quite easy to get.

Alaskan Malamute vs Labrador Retriever vs Great Dane Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between Alaskan Malamute, Labrador Retriever, and Great Dane. Which breed ranks highest?
Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Outstanding: Labrador Retriever is one of the brightest dog breeds.
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Smart: The Great Dane dogs have great intelligence.
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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between Alaskan Malamute, Labrador Retriever, and Great Dane. Which is easiest to train?
Alaskan Malamute dogs are easy to train.
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Labrador Retriever dogs are very easy to train.
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Great Dane dogs are quite easy to train.
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Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of Alaskan Malamute, Labrador Retriever, and Great Dane. Which breed is most alert?
Alaskan Malamute dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Labrador Retriever dogs are average watchdogs.
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Great Dane dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between Alaskan Malamute, Labrador Retriever, and Great Dane. Which breed is most protective?
Alaskan Malamute dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Labrador Retriever dogs are average defenders.
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Great Dane dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Alaskan Malamute vs Labrador Retriever vs Great Dane Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between Alaskan Malamute, Labrador Retriever, and Great Dane? Compare temperaments.
Playful
Dignified
Friendly
Affectionate
Loyal
Devoted
Playful
Loving
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Affectionate
Loyal
Gentle
Going
Social
Cheerful
Loving
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Devoted
Gentle
Reserved
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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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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Sensitive: Great Dane 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 Labrador Retriever vs Great Dane?
Average: Alaskan Malamute 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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Average: Great Dane dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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Social Needs
Alaskan Malamute vs Labrador Retriever vs Great Dane social needs comparison:
Alaskan Malamute dogs are a social breed.
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Labrador Retriever dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Great Dane dogs are a social breed.
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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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Labrador Retriever dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Great Dane 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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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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Great Dane dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen.
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Alaskan Malamute vs Labrador Retriever vs Great Dane Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of Alaskan Malamute, Labrador Retriever, and Great Dane. Which breed is most vocal?
Low to Average: The Alaskan Malamute rarely barks.
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Average: The Labrador Retriever barks occasionally.
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Low to Average: The Great Dane rarely barks.
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between Alaskan Malamute, Labrador Retriever, and Great Dane. Which breed is most playful?
The Alaskan Malamute is a playful breed.
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The Labrador Retriever is a highly playful breed.
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Great Danes are not the most playful dog breed.
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Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of Alaskan Malamute, Labrador Retriever, and Great Dane. Which adapts best to small spaces?
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Alaskan Malamute breed.
It is not recommended to keep the Labrador Retriever breed in the home.
Very house-friendly dog the Great Dane breed.

Alaskan Malamute vs Labrador Retriever vs Great Dane Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between Alaskan Malamute, Labrador Retriever, and Great Dane. Which breed is most flexible?
Average: Alaskan Malamute 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.
Average: Great Dane dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: Alaskan Malamute or Labrador Retriever or Great Dane?
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.
Labrador Retriever dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
Great Dane dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.

Alaskan Malamute vs Labrador Retriever vs Great Dane Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between Alaskan Malamute, Labrador Retriever, and Great Dane. Which has lowest bite risk?

Moderate

The Alaskan Malamute has an average chance of biting somebody.

Moderate

The Labrador Retriever has an average chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Great Dane has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between Alaskan Malamute, Labrador Retriever, and Great Dane. Which uses mouth most during play?
Alaskan Malamute 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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Great Dane dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Bite Strength Rating
Compare bite forces between Alaskan Malamute, Labrador Retriever, and Great Dane. Which has the strongest bite?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Alaskan Malamute bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Labrador Retriever bite force: Ordinary.

Above 400 PSI 🔼

Great Dane bite force: The Strongest.

Alaskan Malamute vs Labrador Retriever vs Great Dane Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of Alaskan Malamute, Labrador Retriever, and Great Dane. Which breed lives longest?
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Alaskan Malamute: 13 years
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Labrador Retriever: 11 years
7-11 years
The average lifespan of Great Dane: 9 years
Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between Alaskan Malamute, Labrador Retriever, and Great Dane. Which handles climate changes best?
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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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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Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in Alaskan Malamute, Labrador Retriever, and Great Dane. Which has fewer health issues?
The Alaskan Malamute is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The Labrador Retriever is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Great Danes are commonly healthy dogs.
Vet Care Frequency
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 Labrador Retriever should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Rare
The Great Dane should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Alaskan Malamute vs Labrador Retriever vs Great Dane? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Alaskan Malamute vs Labrador Retriever vs Great Dane health problems comparison:
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Hypothyroidism
Chondrodysplasia
Hemeralopia
Inherited Polyneuropathy
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Bloat
Epilepsy
Ear Infections
Elbow Dysplasia
Osteochondrosis Dissecans
Tricuspid Valve Dysplasia
Acute Moist Dermatitis
Cold Tail
Myopathy
Hip Dysplasia
Patent Ductus Arteriosis
Cancer
Bloat
Mitral Valve Disease
Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis
Dilated Cardiomyopathy
Persistent Right Aortic Arch
Tricuspid Valve Dysplasia

Alaskan Malamute vs Labrador Retriever vs Great Dane Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating
Compare energy levels between Alaskan Malamute, Labrador Retriever, and Great Dane. Which breed is most active?
Alaskan Malamute dogs are high-energy dogs.
Labrador Retriever dogs are high-energy dogs.
Great Dane dogs are high-energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Alaskan Malamute vs Labrador Retriever vs Great Dane exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Alaskan Malamute or Labrador Retriever or Great Dane? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Alaskan Malamute dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Labrador Retriever dogs need a lot of exercises.
Great Dane dogs exercise need is minimal.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Alaskan Malamute or Labrador Retriever or Great Dane?
Alaskan Malamute dogs don't need too much sleep.
Labrador Retriever dogs don't need too much sleep.
Great Dane dogs don't need too much sleep.

Alaskan Malamute vs Labrador Retriever vs Great Dane Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between Alaskan Malamute, Labrador Retriever, and Great Dane. Which is most prone to obesity?
Average: The Alaskan Malamute has an average risk for obesity.
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High: The Labrador Retriever breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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Low to Average: The Great Dane has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between Alaskan Malamute, Labrador Retriever, and Great Dane. Which needs most food?
Recommended daily amount: 4 to 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. 8 to 10 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals

Alaskan Malamute vs Labrador Retriever vs Great Dane Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Alaskan Malamute, Labrador Retriever, and Great Dane. Which is best for allergy sufferers?
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between Alaskan Malamute, Labrador Retriever, and Great Dane. What colors are available?
Black
Gray
Red
White
Black
Yellow
Chocolate
Black
Blue
White
Fawn
Brindle
Merle
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between Alaskan Malamute, Labrador Retriever, and Great Dane. Which requires most maintenance?
Average: The Alaskan Malamute requires average grooming effort.
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Effortless: The Labrador Retriever requires minimal grooming.
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Effortless: The Great Dane requires minimal grooming.
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Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between Alaskan Malamute, Labrador Retriever, and Great Dane. Which drools least?
The Alaskan Malamute 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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The Great Dane drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed.
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Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between Alaskan Malamute, Labrador Retriever, and Great Dane. Which has least natural smell?

Low 🔽

The Alaskan Malamute has a low chance of bad smell.

High 🔼

The Labrador Retriever has a high chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Great Dane has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between Alaskan Malamute, Labrador Retriever, and Great Dane. How do their fur characteristics differ?
Dense
Rough
Thick
Weather-resistant
Dense
Waterproof
Hard
Short
Dense
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between Alaskan Malamute, Labrador Retriever, and Great Dane. Which requires most frequent baths?
6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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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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4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Alaskan Malamute or Labrador Retriever or Great Dane? Alaskan Malamute or Labrador Retriever or {name3 shedding:
Alaskan Malamute dogs are heavy shedders.
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Labrador Retriever dogs shed moderately.
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Great Dane dogs shed moderately.
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Alaskan Malamute vs Labrador Retriever vs Great Dane Good With Comparison

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

Alaskan Malamute vs Labrador Retriever vs Great Dane As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between Alaskan Malamute, Labrador Retriever, and Great Dane. Which is best suited for service work?

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 Work Suitability
Compare therapy dog potential between Alaskan Malamute, Labrador Retriever, and Great Dane. Which excels in therapy work?

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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Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between Alaskan Malamute, Labrador Retriever, and Great Dane. Which has best nose work ability?

Not really

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

Yes

After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.

Not really

They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search & Rescue Potential
Compare search and rescue potential between Alaskan Malamute, Labrador Retriever, and Great Dane. Which is best for SAR work?

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.
Maritime Work Ability
Compare boating aptitude between Alaskan Malamute, Labrador Retriever, and Great Dane. Which is best suited for water work?

Not really

Alaskan Malamute 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

Great Dane breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between Alaskan Malamute, Labrador Retriever, and Great Dane. Which is best for draft work?

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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Yes

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Military Service Background
Compare military service history of Alaskan Malamute, Labrador Retriever, and Great Dane. Which has most military use?

Yes

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

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Yes

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

Alaskan Malamute vs Labrador Retriever vs Great Dane Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of Alaskan Malamute, Labrador Retriever, and Great Dane. Which has most puppies?
4-10 puppies 5-10 puppies 10-15 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of Alaskan Malamute, Labrador Retriever, and Great Dane. Any breeding differences?
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Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between Alaskan Malamute, Labrador Retriever, and Great Dane. What's recommended?

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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Alaskan Malamute vs Labrador Retriever vs Great Dane Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for Alaskan Malamute, Labrador Retriever, and Great Dane. How are they classified?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1935 as a Working breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1917 as a Sporting breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1887 as a Working breed.
FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for Alaskan Malamute, Labrador Retriever, and Great Dane. How are they classified internationally?
Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Nordic Sledge Dogs section. Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Retrievers section. Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type section.
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of Alaskan Malamute, Labrador Retriever, and Great Dane. Which has most recognition?
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
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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