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Alpine Spaniel vs Belgian Sheepdog vs Labrador Retriever Comparison - Dog breed selector: Alpenlandischer Spaniel or Chien De Berger Belge or Lab? Find the right dog for you

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Name Alpine Spaniel Belgian Sheepdog Labrador Retriever
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Alpenlandischer Spaniel
Swiss Alpine Dog
Chien De Berger Belge
Groenendael
Lab
Labrador
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Alpine Spaniel vs Belgian Sheepdog vs Labrador Retriever breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Alpine Spaniel vs Belgian Sheepdog vs Labrador Retriever Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Alpine Spaniel or Belgian Sheepdog or Labrador Retriever? Which is the smallest dog, Alpine Spaniel or Belgian Sheepdog or Labrador Retriever?
Large Large Large
Weight
Which is heavier, Alpine Spaniel or Belgian Sheepdog or Belgian Sheepdog? Alpine Spaniel vs Belgian Sheepdog vs Labrador Retriever weight comparison:
88–100 pounds (40-45 kg) Male: 65-75 pounds (29-34 kg), Female: 60-70 pounds (27-32 kg) Male: 60-75 pounds (27-34kg), Female: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
94 pounds (42.5 kg) Male: 70 pounds (31.5 kg), Female: 65 pounds (29.5 kg) Male: 67.5 pounds (30.5 kg), Female: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Alpine Spaniel or Belgian Sheepdog or Labrador Retriever? Alpine Spaniel vs Belgian Sheepdog vs Labrador Retriever height comparison:
24-38 inches (60-96 cm) 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)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
31 inches (78 cm) Male: 25 inches (63.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (58.5 cm) Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 22 inches (55.5 cm)

Alpine Spaniel vs Belgian Sheepdog vs Labrador Retriever Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Alpine Spaniel or Belgian Sheepdog or Labrador Retriever? Which is more expensive?
Unavailable $1200-$1400 $1000-$2000
Availability
Which is easier to get, Alpine Spaniel or Belgian Sheepdog or Labrador Retriever?
Unavailable: This dog breed, unfortunately, is no longer available, it may even be extinct.
Frequent: The Belgian Sheepdog is easier than average to get.
Very frequent: The Labrador Retriever is quite easy to get.

Alpine Spaniel vs Belgian Sheepdog vs Labrador Retriever Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Alpine Spaniel vs Belgian Sheepdog vs Labrador Retriever intelligence:
Smart: The Alpine Spaniel dogs have great intelligence.
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Very smart: Belgian Sheepdog is an excellent dog breed.
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Outstanding: Labrador Retriever is one of the brightest dog breeds.
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Trainability
Alpine Spaniel vs Belgian Sheepdog vs Labrador Retriever trainability comparison.
Alpine Spaniel dogs are easy to train.
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Belgian Sheepdog 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: Alpine Spaniel or Belgian Sheepdog or Labrador Retriever?
Alpine Spaniel dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Belgian Sheepdog 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 Alpine Spaniel or Belgian Sheepdog or Labrador Retriever? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Alpine Spaniel dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Belgian Sheepdog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Labrador Retriever dogs are average defenders.
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Alpine Spaniel vs Belgian Sheepdog vs Labrador Retriever Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Alpine Spaniel or Belgian Sheepdog or Labrador Retriever? Alpine Spaniel vs Belgian Sheepdog vs Labrador Retriever behavior/temperament comparison:
Protective
Loyal
Territorial
Brave
Active
Stubborn
Protective
Alert
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Hard
Working
Watchful
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: Alpine Spaniel vs Belgian Sheepdog vs Labrador Retriever?
Average to High: Alpine Spaniel dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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Average to High: Belgian Sheepdog dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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Slightly Below Average: Labrador Retriever dogs may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence.
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Social Needs
Alpine Spaniel vs Belgian Sheepdog vs Labrador Retriever social needs comparison:
Alpine Spaniel dogs are a social breed.
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Belgian Sheepdog dogs are a social breed.
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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?
The wanderlust potential of the Alpine Spaniel is strong enough to escape from home.
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Belgian Sheepdog dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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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?
Alpine Spaniel dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Their prey drive is low.
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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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Alpine Spaniel vs Belgian Sheepdog vs Labrador Retriever Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Alpine Spaniel vs Belgian Sheepdog vs Labrador Retriever playfulness comparison:
The Alpine Spaniel is a playful breed.
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The Belgian Sheepdog 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: Alpine Spaniel vs Belgian Sheepdog vs Labrador Retriever?
A lot: Alpine Spaniel is a particularly loud breed.
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A lot: Belgian Sheepdog is a particularly loud breed.
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Average: The Labrador Retriever barks occasionally.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Alpine Spaniel or Belgian Sheepdog or Labrador Retriever?
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Alpine Spaniel breed.
It is not recommended to keep the Belgian Sheepdog breed in the home.
It is not recommended to keep the Labrador Retriever breed in the home.

Alpine Spaniel vs Belgian Sheepdog vs Labrador Retriever Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
Average: Alpine Spaniel dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Belgian Sheepdog 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.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Alpine Spaniel or Belgian Sheepdog or Labrador Retriever?
Alpine Spaniel 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.
Belgian Sheepdog 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.

Alpine Spaniel vs Belgian Sheepdog vs Labrador Retriever Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Alpine Spaniel or Belgian Sheepdog or Labrador Retriever?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Alpine Spaniel bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Belgian Sheepdog 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:

Low 🔽

The Alpine Spaniel has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Belgian Sheepdog has a low chance of biting somebody.

Moderate

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

Health Issues
Alpine Spaniel vs Belgian Sheepdog vs Labrador Retriever health comparison. Which is the healthier: Alpine Spaniel vs Belgian Sheepdog vs Labrador Retriever?
The Alpine Spaniel is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The Belgian Sheepdog 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: Alpine Spaniel vs Belgian Sheepdog vs Labrador Retriever? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Alpine Spaniel vs Belgian Sheepdog vs Labrador Retriever health problems comparison:
No data available Hip Dysplasia
Epilepsy
Hyperthyroidism
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 Alpine Spaniel should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Average
The Belgian Sheepdog 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
Alpine Spaniel vs Belgian Sheepdog vs Labrador Retriever lifespan comparison. How long do Alpine Spaniel, Belgian Sheepdog and Labrador Retriever breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Alpine Spaniel: 13 years
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Belgian Sheepdog: 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: Alpine Spaniel vs Belgian Sheepdog vs Labrador Retriever?
Prefers cold weather
The Alpine Spaniel 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 Belgian Sheepdog 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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Alpine Spaniel vs Belgian Sheepdog vs Labrador Retriever Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Alpine Spaniel vs Belgian Sheepdog vs Labrador Retriever Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Alpine Spaniel or Belgian Sheepdog or Labrador Retriever?
4 to 5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 2 to 3 cups of a high-quality dog food a day. 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? Alpine Spaniel vs Belgian Sheepdog vs Labrador Retriever weight gain potential comparison:
Average: The Alpine Spaniel has an average risk for obesity.
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Low to Average: The Belgian Sheepdog has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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High: The Labrador Retriever breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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Alpine Spaniel vs Belgian Sheepdog vs Labrador Retriever Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Alpine Spaniel vs Belgian Sheepdog vs Labrador Retriever coat comparison:
Curly Soft
Thick
Dense
Waterproof
Hard
Short
Colors
What are the original Alpine Spaniel, Belgian Sheepdog and Labrador Retriever color?
Tan
Red
Brown
Black
Cream
Fawn
Brindle
Black
Yellow
Chocolate
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Alpine Spaniel or Belgian Sheepdog or Labrador Retriever? Alpine Spaniel vs Belgian Sheepdog vs Labrador Retriever grooming comparison:
Advanced: The Alpine Spaniel requires a lot of grooming.
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Average: The Belgian Sheepdog requires average grooming effort.
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Effortless: The Labrador Retriever requires minimal grooming.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Alpine Spaniel or Belgian Sheepdog or Labrador Retriever? Alpine Spaniel or Belgian Sheepdog or {name3 shedding:
Alpine Spaniel dogs shed moderately.
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Belgian Sheepdog 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: Alpine Spaniel or Belgian Sheepdog or Labrador Retriever?
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
Alpine Spaniel vs Belgian Sheepdog 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, Alpine Spaniel vs Belgian Sheepdog vs Labrador Retriever?

Low 🔽

The Alpine Spaniel has a low chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Belgian Sheepdog 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 Alpine Spaniel is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Belgian Sheepdog 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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Alpine Spaniel vs Belgian Sheepdog vs Labrador Retriever Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Alpine Spaniel dogs are generally with other pets.
Belgian Sheepdog dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Labrador Retriever dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Alpine Spaniel or Belgian Sheepdog or Labrador Retriever? Which dog is more friendly?
Alpine Spaniel dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Belgian Sheepdog dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Labrador Retriever dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Alpine Spaniel or Belgian Sheepdog or Labrador Retriever?
Alpine Spaniel dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Belgian Sheepdog dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Labrador Retriever dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Alpine Spaniel or Belgian Sheepdog or Labrador Retriever?
Alpine Spaniel dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Belgian Sheepdog dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Labrador Retriever dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Alpine Spaniel or Belgian Sheepdog or Labrador Retriever?
Alpine Spaniel dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Belgian Sheepdog 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: Alpine Spaniel vs Belgian Sheepdog vs Labrador Retriever?
Yes
Alpine Spaniel dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Belgian Sheepdog 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
Alpine Spaniel is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Belgian Sheepdog 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?
Alpine Spaniels are usually recommended for elderly people.
Belgian Sheepdogs are usually recommended for elderly people.
Labrador Retrievers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Alpine Spaniel vs Belgian Sheepdog 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: Alpine Spaniel or Belgian Sheepdog 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.

Yes

This breed would make an excellent 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: Alpine Spaniel vs Belgian Sheepdog vs Labrador Retriever?

Not really

Alpine Spaniel breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Belgian Sheepdog 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

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.

Alpine Spaniel vs Belgian Sheepdog 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 Alpine Spaniel and Belgian Sheepdog and Labrador Retriever have?
5-8 puppies 6-10 puppies 5-10 puppies

Alpine Spaniel vs Belgian Sheepdog vs Labrador Retriever 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 1911 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?
Not recognized by FCI. Not recognized by FCI. 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?
No data available 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
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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