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Beagle vs Flat-Coated Retriever vs Labrador Retriever Comparison - Dog breed selector: English Beagle or Flatte or Lab? Find the right dog for you

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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Beagle, Flat-Coated Retriever, and Labrador Retriever breeds.
English Beagle Flatte
Flattie
Flatcoat
Lab
Labrador
Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between Beagle, Flat-Coated Retriever, and Labrador Retriever? Compare their breeding categories.
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Beagle vs Flat-Coated Retriever vs Labrador Retriever Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Compare size differences between Beagle, Flat-Coated Retriever, and Labrador Retriever. Which breed is the largest?
Small Large Large
Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between Beagle, Flat-Coated Retriever, and Labrador Retriever? Compare adult weight ranges.
Male: 22-25 pounds (10-11 kg), Female: 20-23 pounds (9-10 kg) 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?
Male: 23.5 pounds (10.5 kg), Female: 21.5 pounds (9.5 kg) 65 pounds (29.5 kg) Male: 67.5 pounds (30.5 kg), Female: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Beagle or Flat-Coated Retriever or Labrador Retriever? Beagle vs Flat-Coated Retriever vs Labrador Retriever height comparison:
Male: 14-16 inches (36-41 cm), Female: 13-15 inches (33-38 cm) 22-23 inches (56-58 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) Male: 23 inches (58,5 cm), Female: 22 inches (56 cm) Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 22 inches (55.5 cm)

Beagle vs Flat-Coated Retriever vs Labrador Retriever Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range
Compare puppy costs for Beagle, Flat-Coated Retriever, and Labrador Retriever. Find price differences between these breeds.
$500-$800 $1000-$1200 $1000-$2000
Availability
Which is easier to get, Beagle or Flat-Coated Retriever or Labrador Retriever?
Very frequent: The Beagle is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Flat-Coated Retriever is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Labrador Retriever is quite easy to get.

Beagle vs Flat-Coated Retriever vs Labrador Retriever Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between Beagle, Flat-Coated Retriever, and Labrador Retriever. Which breed ranks highest?
Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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Very smart: Flat-Coated Retriever is an excellent dog breed.
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Outstanding: Labrador Retriever is one of the brightest dog breeds.
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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between Beagle, Flat-Coated Retriever, and Labrador Retriever. Which is easiest to train?
Beagle dogs are easy to train.
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Flat-Coated Retriever dogs are easy to train.
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Labrador Retriever dogs are very easy to train.
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Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of Beagle, Flat-Coated Retriever, and Labrador Retriever. Which breed is most alert?
Beagle dogs are not the best choice if you want a good watchdog.
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Flat-Coated Retriever dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Labrador Retriever dogs are average watchdogs.
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Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between Beagle, Flat-Coated Retriever, and Labrador Retriever. Which breed is most protective?
Beagle dogs can't provide protection for their territory.
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Flat-Coated Retriever dogs are average defenders.
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Labrador Retriever dogs are average defenders.
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Beagle vs Flat-Coated Retriever vs Labrador Retriever Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between Beagle, Flat-Coated Retriever, and Labrador Retriever? Compare temperaments.
Loving
Independent
Intelligent
Friendly
Lively
Gentle
Sweet
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Outgoing
Devoted
Optimistic
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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Sensitive: Flat-Coated Retriever dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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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: Beagle vs Flat-Coated Retriever vs Labrador Retriever?
High: Beagle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Flat-Coated Retriever 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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Social Needs
Beagle vs Flat-Coated Retriever vs Labrador Retriever social needs comparison:
Beagle dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Flat-Coated Retriever dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Labrador Retriever dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Beagle dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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The wanderlust potential of the Flat-Coated Retriever is strong enough to escape from home.
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Labrador Retriever dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Beagle dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Flat-Coated Retriever 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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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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Beagle vs Flat-Coated Retriever vs Labrador Retriever Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of Beagle, Flat-Coated Retriever, and Labrador Retriever. Which breed is most vocal?
A lot: Beagle is a particularly loud breed.
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Average: The Flat-Coated Retriever barks occasionally.
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Average: The Labrador Retriever barks occasionally.
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between Beagle, Flat-Coated Retriever, and Labrador Retriever. Which breed is most playful?
The Beagle is a highly playful breed.
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The Flat-Coated Retriever is a highly playful breed.
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The Labrador Retriever is a highly playful breed.
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Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of Beagle, Flat-Coated Retriever, and Labrador Retriever. Which adapts best to small spaces?
It is not recommended to keep the Beagle breed in the home.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Flat-Coated Retriever breed.
It is not recommended to keep the Labrador Retriever breed in the home.

Beagle vs Flat-Coated Retriever vs Labrador Retriever Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between Beagle, Flat-Coated Retriever, and Labrador Retriever. Which breed is most flexible?
Beagle dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Flat-Coated Retriever 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.
Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: Beagle or Flat-Coated Retriever 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.
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.
Labrador Retriever dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Beagle vs Flat-Coated Retriever vs Labrador Retriever Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between Beagle, Flat-Coated Retriever, and Labrador Retriever. Which has lowest bite risk?

Low 🔽

The Beagle has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Flat-Coated Retriever has a low chance of biting somebody.

Moderate

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

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Beagle bite force: Weak.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Flat-Coated Retriever bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Labrador Retriever bite force: Ordinary.

Beagle vs Flat-Coated Retriever vs Labrador Retriever Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of Beagle, Flat-Coated Retriever, and Labrador Retriever. Which breed lives longest?
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Beagle: 13 years
9-13 years
The average lifespan of Flat-Coated Retriever: 11 years
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Labrador Retriever: 11 years
Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between Beagle, Flat-Coated Retriever, and Labrador Retriever. Which handles climate changes best?
Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
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Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Flat-Coated Retriever 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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Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in Beagle, Flat-Coated Retriever, and Labrador Retriever. Which has fewer health issues?
The Beagle is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Very healthy dog breed.
The Labrador Retriever 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?
Average
The Beagle should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Rare
The Flat-Coated Retriever 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.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Beagle vs Flat-Coated Retriever vs Labrador Retriever? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Beagle vs Flat-Coated Retriever 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
Cancer Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Bloat
Epilepsy
Ear Infections
Elbow Dysplasia
Osteochondrosis Dissecans
Tricuspid Valve Dysplasia
Acute Moist Dermatitis
Cold Tail
Myopathy

Beagle vs Flat-Coated Retriever vs Labrador Retriever Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating
Compare energy levels between Beagle, Flat-Coated Retriever, and Labrador Retriever. Which breed is most active?
Beagle dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Flat-Coated Retriever dogs are high-energy dogs.
Labrador Retriever dogs are high-energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Beagle vs Flat-Coated Retriever vs Labrador Retriever exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Beagle or Flat-Coated Retriever or Labrador Retriever? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Beagle dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Flat-Coated Retriever dogs need a lot of exercises.
Labrador Retriever dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Beagle or Flat-Coated Retriever or Labrador Retriever?
Beagle dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Flat-Coated Retriever dogs don't need too much sleep.
Labrador Retriever dogs don't need too much sleep.

Beagle vs Flat-Coated Retriever vs Labrador Retriever Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between Beagle, Flat-Coated Retriever, and Labrador Retriever. Which is most prone to obesity?
High: The Beagle breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Flat-Coated Retriever'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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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between Beagle, Flat-Coated Retriever, and Labrador Retriever. Which needs most food?
0.5 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 3-4 cup high-quality commercial dog food (that is formulated for large-breed dogs), divided into two meals. Recommended daily amount: 2.5 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.

Beagle vs Flat-Coated Retriever vs Labrador Retriever Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Beagle, Flat-Coated Retriever, and Labrador Retriever. Which is best for allergy sufferers?
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between Beagle, Flat-Coated Retriever, and Labrador Retriever. What colors are available?
Black
Tan
Red
White
Tricolor
Black
Liver
Black
Yellow
Chocolate
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between Beagle, Flat-Coated Retriever, and Labrador Retriever. Which requires most maintenance?
Effortless: The Beagle requires minimal grooming.
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Easy to groom: The Flat-Coated Retriever doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Effortless: The Labrador Retriever requires minimal grooming.
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Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between Beagle, Flat-Coated Retriever, and Labrador Retriever. Which drools least?
The Beagle is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Flat-Coated Retriever is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency.
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The Labrador Retriever is an average drooler.
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Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between Beagle, Flat-Coated Retriever, and Labrador Retriever. Which has least natural smell?

High 🔼

The Beagle has a high chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Flat-Coated Retriever has an average chance of bad smell.

High 🔼

The Labrador Retriever has a high chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between Beagle, Flat-Coated Retriever, and Labrador Retriever. How do their fur characteristics differ?
Dense Thick
Shiny
Dense
Waterproof
Hard
Short
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between Beagle, Flat-Coated Retriever, and Labrador Retriever. Which requires most frequent baths?
4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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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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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Beagle or Flat-Coated Retriever or Labrador Retriever? Beagle or Flat-Coated Retriever or {name3 shedding:
Beagle dogs shed moderately.
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Flat-Coated Retriever dogs shed moderately.
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Labrador Retriever dogs shed moderately.
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Beagle vs Flat-Coated Retriever vs Labrador Retriever Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility
Compare child-friendliness between Beagle, Flat-Coated Retriever, and Labrador Retriever. Which is best with kids?
Beagle dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Flat-Coated Retriever dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Labrador Retriever dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Pet Compatibility
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Beagle dogs are generally with other pets.
Flat-Coated Retriever dogs are generally with other pets.
Labrador Retriever dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Beagle or Flat-Coated Retriever or Labrador Retriever? Which dog is more friendly?
Beagle dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Flat-Coated Retriever dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Labrador Retriever dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Beagle or Flat-Coated Retriever or Labrador Retriever?
Beagle dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Flat-Coated Retriever dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Labrador Retriever dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Beagle or Flat-Coated Retriever or Labrador Retriever?
Beagle dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Flat-Coated Retriever dogs are 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 Flat-Coated Retriever vs Labrador Retriever?
Yes
Beagle dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Flat-Coated Retriever 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
Flat-Coated Retriever 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.
Flat-Coated Retrievers are usually recommended for elderly people.
Labrador Retrievers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Beagle vs Flat-Coated Retriever vs Labrador Retriever As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between Beagle, Flat-Coated Retriever, and Labrador Retriever. Which is best suited for service work?

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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Yes

This breed makes good as a service dog.
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Therapy Work Suitability
Compare therapy dog potential between Beagle, Flat-Coated Retriever, and Labrador Retriever. Which excels in therapy work?

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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Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between Beagle, Flat-Coated Retriever, and Labrador Retriever. Which has best nose work ability?

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 & Rescue Potential
Compare search and rescue potential between Beagle, Flat-Coated Retriever, and Labrador Retriever. Which is best for SAR work?

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.
Maritime Work Ability
Compare boating aptitude between Beagle, Flat-Coated Retriever, and Labrador Retriever. Which is best suited for water work?

Yes

Beagle breed usually likes being on a boat.
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Yes

Flat-Coated Retriever 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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Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between Beagle, Flat-Coated Retriever, and Labrador Retriever. 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 Beagle, Flat-Coated Retriever, and Labrador Retriever. 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.

Beagle vs Flat-Coated Retriever vs Labrador Retriever Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of Beagle, Flat-Coated Retriever, and Labrador Retriever. Which has most puppies?
2-14 puppies, average 7 4-8 puppies 5-10 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of Beagle, Flat-Coated Retriever, and Labrador Retriever. Any breeding differences?
60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between Beagle, Flat-Coated Retriever, and Labrador Retriever. 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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Beagle vs Flat-Coated Retriever vs Labrador Retriever Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for Beagle, Flat-Coated Retriever, and Labrador Retriever. How are they classified?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Hound breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1915 as a Sporting breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1917 as a Sporting breed.
FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for Beagle, Flat-Coated Retriever, and Labrador Retriever. How are they classified internationally?
Recognized by FCI in the Scent hounds and related breeds group, in the Scent hounds section. Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Retrievers section. Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Retrievers section.
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of Beagle, Flat-Coated Retriever, and Labrador Retriever. 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
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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  • No one

    Jan 17, 2021, 4:18:20 PM:

    Some of it is not true. Labradors are very friendly dogs . They are not stubborn. Beagles are stubborn. And flat coated retrievers are very friendly.