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Name	Beagle	Boston Terrier	Labrador Retriever
Origins	England	United States	England Canada
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Companion Dogs	Gun Dog
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Other Names What other names do they have?	English Beagle	American Gentlemen Boston Bull Terrier Boxwood Boston Bull	Lab Labrador
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Beagle vs Boston Terrier vs Labrador Retriever breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Beagle vs Boston Terrier vs Labrador Retriever Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Beagle or Boston Terrier or Labrador Retriever? Which is the smallest dog, Beagle or Boston Terrier or Labrador Retriever?	Small	Small	Large
Weight Which is heavier, Beagle or Boston Terrier or Boston Terrier? Beagle vs Boston Terrier vs Labrador Retriever weight comparison:	Male: 22-25 pounds (10-11 kg), Female: 20-23 pounds (9-10 kg)	10-25 pounds (6-11kg)	Male: 60-75 pounds (27-34kg), Female: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 23.5 pounds (10.5 kg), Female: 21.5 pounds (9.5 kg)	17.5 pounds (8.5 kg)	Male: 67.5 pounds (30.5 kg), Female: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Beagle or Boston Terrier or Labrador Retriever? Beagle vs Boston Terrier vs Labrador Retriever height comparison:	Male: 14-16 inches (36-41 cm), Female: 13-15 inches (33-38 cm)	15-17 inches (38-43 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: 15 inches (38.5 cm), Female: 14 inches (35.5 cm)	16 inches (40.5 cm)	Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 22 inches (55.5 cm)

Beagle vs Boston Terrier vs Labrador Retriever Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Beagle or Boston Terrier or Labrador Retriever? Which is more expensive?	$500-$800	$600-$800	$1000-$2000
Availability Which is easier to get, Beagle or Boston Terrier or Labrador Retriever?	Very frequent: The Beagle is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Boston Terrier is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Labrador Retriever is quite easy to get.

Beagle vs Boston Terrier vs Labrador Retriever Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Beagle vs Boston Terrier vs Labrador Retriever intelligence:	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Outstanding: Labrador Retriever is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Beagle vs Boston Terrier vs Labrador Retriever trainability comparison.	Beagle dogs are easy to train. See more.	Boston Terrier dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Labrador Retriever dogs are very easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Beagle or Boston Terrier or Labrador Retriever?	Beagle dogs are not the best choice if you want a good watchdog. See more.	Boston Terrier dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Labrador Retriever dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Beagle or Boston Terrier or Labrador Retriever? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Beagle dogs can't provide protection for their territory. See more.	Boston Terrier dogs are average defenders. See more.	Labrador Retriever dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Beagle vs Boston Terrier vs Labrador Retriever Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Beagle or Boston Terrier or Labrador Retriever? Beagle vs Boston Terrier vs Labrador Retriever behavior/temperament comparison:	Loving Independent Intelligent Friendly Lively Gentle Sweet	Playful Intelligent Friendly Affectionate Lively Gentle 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. See more.	Sensitive: Boston Terrier dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	Sensitive: Labrador Retriever dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Beagle vs Boston Terrier vs Labrador Retriever?	High: Beagle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Boston Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Slightly Below Average: Labrador Retriever dogs may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Beagle vs Boston Terrier vs Labrador Retriever social needs comparison:	Beagle dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Boston Terrier dogs are a social breed. See more.	Labrador Retriever dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Beagle dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	Boston Terrier dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	Labrador Retriever dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Beagle dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Boston Terrier dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.	Labrador Retriever dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Beagle vs Boston Terrier vs Labrador Retriever Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Beagle vs Boston Terrier vs Labrador Retriever playfulness comparison:	The Beagle is a highly playful breed. See more.	Average: Boston Terriers, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Labrador Retriever is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Beagle vs Boston Terrier vs Labrador Retriever?	A lot: Beagle is a particularly loud breed. See more.	Low to Average: The Boston Terrier rarely barks. See more.	Average: The Labrador Retriever barks occasionally. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Beagle or Boston Terrier or Labrador Retriever?	It is not recommended to keep the Beagle breed in the home.	Very house-friendly dog the Boston Terrier breed.	It is not recommended to keep the Labrador Retriever breed in the home.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Beagle vs Boston Terrier vs Labrador Retriever Adaptability and Independence Comparison

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

Beagle vs Boston Terrier vs Labrador Retriever Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Beagle or Boston Terrier or Labrador Retriever?	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Beagle bite force: Weak.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Boston Terrier bite force: Weak.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Labrador Retriever bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	Low 🔽 The Beagle has a low chance of biting somebody.	Moderate ⏺ The Boston Terrier has an average chance of biting somebody.	Moderate ⏺ The Labrador Retriever has an average chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Beagle vs Boston Terrier vs Labrador Retriever mouthiness comparison:	Beagle dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Boston Terrier dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Labrador Retriever dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.

Beagle vs Boston Terrier vs Labrador Retriever Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Beagle vs Boston Terrier vs Labrador Retriever health comparison. Which is the healthier: Beagle vs Boston Terrier vs Labrador Retriever?	The Beagle is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Boston Terrier is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Labrador Retriever is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Beagle vs Boston Terrier vs Labrador Retriever? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Beagle vs Boston Terrier vs Labrador Retriever health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Intervertebral Disk Disease Cherry Eye Distichiasis Glaucoma Beagle Dwarfism Chinese Beagle Syndrome	Cataracts Heart Murmurs Patellar Luxation Allergies Deafness Cherry Eye Brain Tumors Megaesophagus Reverse Sneezing	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 Beagle should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Boston Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Labrador Retriever should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Beagle vs Boston Terrier vs Labrador Retriever lifespan comparison. How long do Beagle, Boston Terrier and Labrador Retriever breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	11-15 years The average lifespan of Beagle: 13 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Boston Terrier: 13 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Labrador Retriever: 11 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Beagle vs Boston Terrier vs Labrador Retriever?	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.

Beagle vs Boston Terrier vs Labrador Retriever Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Beagle or Boston Terrier or Labrador Retriever? Beagle vs Boston Terrier vs Labrador Retriever energy level comparison:	Beagle dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Boston Terrier dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Labrador Retriever dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Beagle vs Boston Terrier vs Labrador Retriever exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Beagle or Boston Terrier or Labrador Retriever? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Beagle dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Boston Terrier dogs have an average exercise need.	Labrador Retriever dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Beagle or Boston Terrier or Labrador Retriever?	Beagle dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Boston Terrier dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Labrador Retriever dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Beagle vs Boston Terrier vs Labrador Retriever Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Beagle or Boston Terrier or Labrador Retriever?	0.5 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	0.5 to 1.5 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.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Beagle vs Boston Terrier vs Labrador Retriever weight gain potential comparison:	High: The Beagle breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	Average: The Boston Terrier has an average risk for obesity. See more.	High: The Labrador Retriever breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Beagle vs Boston Terrier vs Labrador Retriever Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Beagle vs Boston Terrier vs Labrador Retriever coat comparison:	Dense	Fine	Dense Waterproof Hard Short
Colors What are the original Beagle, Boston Terrier and Labrador Retriever color?	Black Tan Red White Tricolor	Black White Brindle Seal	Black Yellow Chocolate
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Beagle or Boston Terrier or Labrador Retriever? Beagle vs Boston Terrier vs Labrador Retriever grooming comparison:	Effortless: The Beagle requires minimal grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Boston Terrier requires minimal grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Labrador Retriever requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Beagle or Boston Terrier or Labrador Retriever? Beagle or Boston Terrier or {name3 shedding:	Beagle dogs shed moderately. See more.	Boston Terrier dogs shed moderately. See more.	Labrador Retriever dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Beagle or Boston Terrier or Labrador Retriever?	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Hypoallergenic Beagle vs Boston Terrier vs Labrador Retriever hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Beagle vs Boston Terrier vs Labrador Retriever?	High 🔼 The Beagle has a high chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Boston Terrier 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 Beagle is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Boston Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Labrador Retriever is an average drooler. See more.

Beagle vs Boston Terrier vs Labrador Retriever Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Beagle dogs are generally with other pets.	Boston Terrier 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 Beagle or Boston Terrier or Labrador Retriever? Which dog is more friendly?	Beagle dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Boston Terrier dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Labrador Retriever dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Beagle or Boston Terrier or Labrador Retriever?	Beagle dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Boston Terrier dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Labrador Retriever dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Beagle or Boston Terrier or Labrador Retriever?	Beagle dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Boston Terrier dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	Labrador Retriever dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Beagle or Boston Terrier or Labrador Retriever?	Beagle dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Boston Terrier dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Labrador Retriever dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Beagle vs Boston Terrier vs Labrador Retriever?	Yes Beagle dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Boston Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Labrador Retriever dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Beagle is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Boston Terrier 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?	Beagles are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Boston Terriers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Labrador Retrievers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Beagle vs Boston Terrier vs Labrador Retriever As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Beagle or Boston Terrier or Labrador Retriever? Which is better for autism?	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.
Therapy Dog Breeds
Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	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.	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?	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.	Yes This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Beagle vs Boston Terrier vs Labrador Retriever?	Yes Beagle breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Not really Boston Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Yes Labrador Retriever breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.
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. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Fighting Dog / Military Dog	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat 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.

Beagle vs Boston Terrier 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. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.
Litter Size How many puppies can Beagle and Boston Terrier and Labrador Retriever have?	2-14 puppies, average 7	3-5 puppies	5-10 puppies
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Beagle vs Boston Terrier vs Labrador Retriever Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Hound breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1893 as a Non-Sporting 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 Scent hounds and related breeds group, in the Scent hounds section.	Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Small Molossian type Dogs 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. 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	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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