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American Cocker Spaniel vs Labrador Retriever vs Havanese Comparison - Dog breed selector: Cocker or Lab or Bichon Habanero? Find the right dog for you

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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for American Cocker Spaniel, Labrador Retriever, and Havanese breeds.
Cocker
Merry Cocker
Cocker Spaniel
Lab
Labrador
Bichon Habanero
Bichon Havanais
Bichon Havanes
Havanese Cuban Bichon
Havaneser
Havanezer
Bichon Havanese
Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between American Cocker Spaniel, Labrador Retriever, and Havanese? Compare their breeding categories.
Purebred Purebred Purebred

American Cocker Spaniel vs Labrador Retriever vs Havanese Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Compare size differences between American Cocker Spaniel, Labrador Retriever, and Havanese. Which breed is the largest?
Medium Large Small
Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between American Cocker Spaniel, Labrador Retriever, and Havanese? Compare adult weight ranges.
15-30 pounds (7-14 kg) Male: 60-75 pounds (27-34kg), Female: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg) 7-13 pounds (3-6 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
22.5 pounds (10.5 kg) Male: 67.5 pounds (30.5 kg), Female: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg) 10 pounds (4.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, American Cocker Spaniel or Labrador Retriever or Havanese? American Cocker Spaniel vs Labrador Retriever vs Havanese height comparison:
15-16.5 inches (38-41 cm) Male: 22-24 inches (56-61cm), Female: 21-23 inches (53-58 cm) 8-11 inches (21-29 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
15-16.5 inches (39.5 cm) Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 22 inches (55.5 cm) 10 inches (25 cm)

American Cocker Spaniel vs Labrador Retriever vs Havanese Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range
Compare puppy costs for American Cocker Spaniel, Labrador Retriever, and Havanese. Find price differences between these breeds.
$600-$800 $1000-$2000 $900-$1200
Availability
Which is easier to get, American Cocker Spaniel or Labrador Retriever or Havanese?
Very frequent: The American Cocker Spaniel is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Labrador Retriever is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Havanese is quite easy to get.

American Cocker Spaniel vs Labrador Retriever vs Havanese Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between American Cocker Spaniel, Labrador Retriever, and Havanese. Which breed ranks highest?
Very smart: American Cocker Spaniel is an excellent dog breed.
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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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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between American Cocker Spaniel, Labrador Retriever, and Havanese. Which is easiest to train?
American Cocker Spaniel dogs are quite easy to train.
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Labrador Retriever dogs are very easy to train.
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Havanese dogs are very easy to train.
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Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of American Cocker Spaniel, Labrador Retriever, and Havanese. Which breed is most alert?
American Cocker Spaniel dogs are average watchdogs.
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Labrador Retriever dogs are average watchdogs.
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Havanese dogs are good watchdogs.
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Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between American Cocker Spaniel, Labrador Retriever, and Havanese. Which breed is most protective?
American Cocker Spaniel dogs are average defenders.
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Labrador Retriever dogs are average defenders.
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Havanese dogs strongly protect their territory.
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American Cocker Spaniel vs Labrador Retriever vs Havanese Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between American Cocker Spaniel, Labrador Retriever, and Havanese? Compare temperaments.
Intelligent
Outgoing
Outright
Tempered
Merry
Trusting
Joyful
Sociable
Playful
Loving
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Affectionate
Loyal
Gentle
Going
Social
Cheerful
Playful
Intelligent
Responsive
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Companionable
Sturdy
Amiable
Charming
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
American Cocker Spaniel 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: American Cocker Spaniel vs Labrador Retriever vs Havanese?
High: American Cocker Spaniel 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: Havanese dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
American Cocker Spaniel vs Labrador Retriever vs Havanese social needs comparison:
American Cocker Spaniel dogs are a social breed.
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Labrador Retriever dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Havanese 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 American Cocker Spaniel is strong enough to escape from home.
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Labrador Retriever dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Havanese dogs tend to escape less than other breeds.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
American Cocker Spaniel dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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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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Havanese dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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American Cocker Spaniel vs Labrador Retriever vs Havanese Activity and Playfulness Comparison

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

American Cocker Spaniel vs Labrador Retriever vs Havanese Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between American Cocker Spaniel, Labrador Retriever, and Havanese. Which breed is most flexible?
American Cocker Spaniel 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.
Havanese dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: American Cocker Spaniel or Labrador Retriever or Havanese?
American Cocker 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.
Labrador Retriever dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
Havanese dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

American Cocker Spaniel vs Labrador Retriever vs Havanese Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between American Cocker Spaniel, Labrador Retriever, and Havanese. Which has lowest bite risk?

Low 🔽

The American Cocker Spaniel has a low chance of biting somebody.

Moderate

The Labrador Retriever has an average chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

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

Between 200 and 400 PSI

American Cocker Spaniel bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Labrador Retriever bite force: Ordinary.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Havanese bite force: Weak.

American Cocker Spaniel vs Labrador Retriever vs Havanese Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of American Cocker Spaniel, Labrador Retriever, and Havanese. Which breed lives longest?
11-15 years
The average lifespan of American Cocker Spaniel: 13 years
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Labrador Retriever: 11 years
14-16 years
The average lifespan of Havanese: 15 years
Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between American Cocker Spaniel, Labrador Retriever, and Havanese. Which handles climate changes best?
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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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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Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in American Cocker Spaniel, Labrador Retriever, and Havanese. Which has fewer health issues?
American Cocker Spaniels are commonly healthy dogs.
The Labrador Retriever is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The Havanese is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Vet Care Frequency
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Rare
The American Cocker Spaniel should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Average
The Labrador Retriever should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Average
The Havanese should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: American Cocker Spaniel vs Labrador Retriever vs Havanese? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? American Cocker Spaniel vs Labrador Retriever vs Havanese health problems comparison:
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Patellar Luxation
Allergies
Hypothyroidism
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Idiopathic Epilepsy
Glaucoma
Autoimmune Hemolytic Anemia
Primary Seborrhea
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Bloat
Epilepsy
Ear Infections
Elbow Dysplasia
Osteochondrosis Dissecans
Tricuspid Valve Dysplasia
Acute Moist Dermatitis
Cold Tail
Myopathy
Cataracts
Heart Murmurs
Hip Dysplasia
Legg-perthes Disease
Patellar Luxation
Deafness
Chondrodysplasia
Elbow Dysplasia
Mitral Valve Disease
Portosystemic Liver Shunt

American Cocker Spaniel vs Labrador Retriever vs Havanese Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating
Compare energy levels between American Cocker Spaniel, Labrador Retriever, and Havanese. Which breed is most active?
American Cocker Spaniel dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Labrador Retriever dogs are high-energy dogs.
Havanese 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
American Cocker Spaniel vs Labrador Retriever vs Havanese exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: American Cocker Spaniel or Labrador Retriever or Havanese? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
American Cocker Spaniel dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Labrador Retriever dogs need a lot of exercises.
Havanese dogs exercise need is very minimal.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: American Cocker Spaniel or Labrador Retriever or Havanese?
American Cocker Spaniel dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Labrador Retriever dogs don't need too much sleep.
Havanese dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.

American Cocker Spaniel vs Labrador Retriever vs Havanese Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between American Cocker Spaniel, Labrador Retriever, and Havanese. Which is most prone to obesity?
Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the American Cocker Spaniel'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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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Havanese's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between American Cocker Spaniel, Labrador Retriever, and Havanese. Which needs most food?
1.5 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day. Recommended daily amount: 2.5 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 1/2 to 1 cup dry food a day.

American Cocker Spaniel vs Labrador Retriever vs Havanese Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of American Cocker Spaniel, Labrador Retriever, and Havanese. Which is best for allergy sufferers?
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between American Cocker Spaniel, Labrador Retriever, and Havanese. What colors are available?
Black
Tan
Red
Silver
Brown
Buff
Black
Yellow
Chocolate
Black
White
Fawn
Reddish-Brown
Havana Brown
Tobacco
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between American Cocker Spaniel, Labrador Retriever, and Havanese. Which requires most maintenance?
Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition.
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Effortless: The Labrador Retriever requires minimal grooming.
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Average: The Havanese requires average grooming effort.
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Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between American Cocker Spaniel, Labrador Retriever, and Havanese. Which drools least?
The American Cocker Spaniel 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 Havanese is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between American Cocker Spaniel, Labrador Retriever, and Havanese. Which has least natural smell?

Medium

The American Cocker Spaniel has an average chance of bad smell.

High 🔼

The Labrador Retriever has a high chance of bad smell.

Low 🔽

The Havanese has a low chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between American Cocker Spaniel, Labrador Retriever, and Havanese. How do their fur characteristics differ?
Feathered Dense
Waterproof
Hard
Short
Soft
Wavy
Woolly
Flat
Long
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between American Cocker Spaniel, Labrador Retriever, and Havanese. 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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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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Shedding Level
Who sheds more American Cocker Spaniel or Labrador Retriever or Havanese? American Cocker Spaniel or Labrador Retriever or {name3 shedding:
American Cocker Spaniel dogs shed moderately.
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Labrador Retriever dogs shed moderately.
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Havanese dogs shed none to minimal.
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American Cocker Spaniel vs Labrador Retriever vs Havanese Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility
Compare child-friendliness between American Cocker Spaniel, Labrador Retriever, and Havanese. Which is best with kids?
American Cocker Spaniel dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Labrador Retriever dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Havanese dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Pet Compatibility
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
American Cocker Spaniel dogs are generally with other pets.
Labrador Retriever dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Havanese dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly American Cocker Spaniel or Labrador Retriever or Havanese? Which dog is more friendly?
American Cocker Spaniel dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Labrador Retriever dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Havanese dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly American Cocker Spaniel or Labrador Retriever or Havanese?
American Cocker Spaniel dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Labrador Retriever dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Havanese dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly American Cocker Spaniel or Labrador Retriever or Havanese?
American Cocker Spaniel dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Labrador Retriever dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Havanese dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: American Cocker Spaniel vs Labrador Retriever vs Havanese?
Yes
American Cocker Spaniel 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
Havanese dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
Yes
American Cocker Spaniel is one of the best dog breeds for office environment
No
Labrador Retriever is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Havanese is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
American Cocker Spaniels are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Labrador Retrievers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Havaneses are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

American Cocker Spaniel vs Labrador Retriever vs Havanese As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between American Cocker Spaniel, Labrador Retriever, and Havanese. 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 American Cocker Spaniel, Labrador Retriever, and Havanese. 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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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between American Cocker Spaniel, Labrador Retriever, and Havanese. 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 American Cocker Spaniel, Labrador Retriever, and Havanese. 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 American Cocker Spaniel, Labrador Retriever, and Havanese. Which is best suited for water work?

Yes

American Cocker Spaniel breed usually likes being on a boat.
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Yes

Labrador Retriever breed usually likes being on a boat.
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Not really

Havanese breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between American Cocker Spaniel, Labrador Retriever, and Havanese. 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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Not really

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 American Cocker Spaniel, Labrador Retriever, and Havanese. Which has most military use?

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.

American Cocker Spaniel vs Labrador Retriever vs Havanese Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of American Cocker Spaniel, Labrador Retriever, and Havanese. Which has most puppies?
4-7 puppies 5-10 puppies 1-9 puppies, average 4
Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of American Cocker Spaniel, Labrador Retriever, and Havanese. Any breeding differences?
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Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between American Cocker Spaniel, Labrador Retriever, and Havanese. 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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American Cocker Spaniel vs Labrador Retriever vs Havanese Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for American Cocker Spaniel, Labrador Retriever, and Havanese. How are they classified?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1878 as a Sporting breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1917 as a Sporting breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1996 as a Toy breed.
FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for American Cocker Spaniel, Labrador Retriever, and Havanese. How are they classified internationally?
Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Flushing Dogs section. Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Retrievers section. Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Bichons and related breeds section.
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of American Cocker Spaniel, Labrador Retriever, and Havanese. 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.
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
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
United Kennel Club
Havanese Club of America

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