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Name	Beagle	Labrador Retriever	English Foxhound
Origins	England	England Canada	England
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Common Names & Aliases Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Beagle, Labrador Retriever, and English Foxhound breeds.	English Beagle	Lab Labrador	No data available
Breed Classification How do breed classifications differ between Beagle, Labrador Retriever, and English Foxhound? Compare their breeding categories.	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Beagle vs Labrador Retriever vs English Foxhound Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Compare size differences between Beagle, Labrador Retriever, and English Foxhound. Which breed is the largest?	Small	Large	Large
Weight Statistics How do weights compare between Beagle, Labrador Retriever, and English Foxhound? Compare adult weight ranges.	Male: 22-25 pounds (10-11 kg), Female: 20-23 pounds (9-10 kg)	Male: 60-75 pounds (27-34kg), Female: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg)	65-70 pounds (29-32 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)	Male: 67.5 pounds (30.5 kg), Female: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg)	67.5 pounds (30.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Beagle or Labrador Retriever or English Foxhound? Beagle vs Labrador Retriever vs English Foxhound height comparison:	Male: 14-16 inches (36-41 cm), Female: 13-15 inches (33-38 cm)	Male: 22-24 inches (56-61cm), Female: 21-23 inches (53-58 cm)	Male: 22-25 inches (56-63 cm), Female: 21-24 inches (53-61 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 (55.5 cm)	Male: 23.5 inches (59.5 cm), Female: 22.5 inches (57 cm)

Beagle vs Labrador Retriever vs English Foxhound Price and Availability Comparison

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

Beagle vs Labrador Retriever vs English Foxhound Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Compare intelligence levels between Beagle, Labrador Retriever, and English Foxhound. Which breed ranks highest?	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Outstanding: Labrador Retriever is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.
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Training Difficulty Compare training difficulty levels between Beagle, Labrador Retriever, and English Foxhound. Which is easiest to train?	Beagle dogs are easy to train. See more.	Labrador Retriever dogs are very easy to train. See more.	English Foxhound dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Rating Compare watchdog abilities of Beagle, Labrador Retriever, and English Foxhound. Which breed is most alert?	Beagle dogs are not the best choice if you want a good watchdog. See more.	Labrador Retriever dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	English Foxhound dogs are not the best watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Compare territorial instincts between Beagle, Labrador Retriever, and English Foxhound. Which breed is most protective?	Beagle dogs can't provide protection for their territory. See more.	Labrador Retriever dogs are average defenders. See more.	English Foxhound dogs can't provide protection for their territory. See more.
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Beagle vs Labrador Retriever vs English Foxhound Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits How do personalities differ between Beagle, Labrador Retriever, and English Foxhound? Compare temperaments.	Loving Independent Intelligent Friendly Lively Gentle Sweet	Playful Loving Energetic Alert Intelligent Friendly Responsive Affectionate Loyal Gentle Going Social Cheerful	Active Friendly Gentle Sociable Companionable Tolerant
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: Labrador Retriever dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	English Foxhound dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.
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Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Beagle vs Labrador Retriever vs English Foxhound?	High: Beagle 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.	High: English Foxhound dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Beagle vs Labrador Retriever vs English Foxhound social needs comparison:	Beagle dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Labrador Retriever dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	English Foxhound dogs are a social breed. 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.	Labrador Retriever dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	English Foxhound dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. 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.	Labrador Retriever dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.	English Foxhound dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Beagle vs Labrador Retriever vs English Foxhound Activity and Playfulness Comparison

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

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

Beagle vs Labrador Retriever vs English Foxhound Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Compare biting potential between Beagle, Labrador Retriever, and English Foxhound. Which has lowest bite risk?	Low 🔽 The Beagle has a low chance of biting somebody.	Moderate ⏺ The Labrador Retriever has an average chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The English Foxhound has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Compare mouthing tendencies between Beagle, Labrador Retriever, and English Foxhound. Which uses mouth most during play?	Beagle dogs have an 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.	English Foxhound dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.
Bite Strength Rating Compare bite forces between Beagle, Labrador Retriever, and English Foxhound. Which has the strongest bite?	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Beagle bite force: Weak.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Labrador Retriever bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ English Foxhound bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force

Beagle vs Labrador Retriever vs English Foxhound Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Compare life expectancies of Beagle, Labrador Retriever, and English Foxhound. Which breed lives longest?	11-15 years The average lifespan of Beagle: 13 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Labrador Retriever: 11 years	9-13 years The average lifespan of English Foxhound: 11 years
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Climate Tolerance Compare weather adaptability between Beagle, Labrador Retriever, and English Foxhound. Which handles climate changes best?	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.
Health Concerns Compare health problems common in Beagle, Labrador Retriever, and English Foxhound. 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.	The Labrador Retriever is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	English Foxhounds tend to have a lot and frequent health issues.
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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.	Average The Labrador Retriever should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Frequent The English Foxhound should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Beagle vs Labrador Retriever vs English Foxhound? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Beagle vs Labrador Retriever vs English Foxhound 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 Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Epilepsy Ear Infections Elbow Dysplasia Osteochondrosis Dissecans Tricuspid Valve Dysplasia Acute Moist Dermatitis Cold Tail Myopathy	Hip Dysplasia Bloat Epilepsy Renal Disease

Beagle vs Labrador Retriever vs English Foxhound Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Obesity Tendency Compare weight gain tendencies between Beagle, Labrador Retriever, and English Foxhound. Which is most prone to obesity?	High: The Beagle breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	High: The Labrador Retriever breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	Low to Average: The English Foxhound has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.
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Food Consumption Compare food requirements between Beagle, Labrador Retriever, and English Foxhound. Which needs most food?	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.	4 to 7 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
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Beagle vs Labrador Retriever vs English Foxhound Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Beagle, Labrador Retriever, and English Foxhound. Which is best for allergy sufferers?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
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Coat Colors Compare color variations between Beagle, Labrador Retriever, and English Foxhound. What colors are available?	Black Tan Red White Tricolor	Black Yellow Chocolate	Black Tan White Lemon
Grooming Requirements Compare grooming needs between Beagle, Labrador Retriever, and English Foxhound. Which requires most maintenance?	Effortless: The Beagle requires minimal grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Labrador Retriever requires minimal grooming. See more.	Effortless: The English Foxhound requires minimal grooming. See more.
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Drooling Tendency Compare drooling tendencies between Beagle, Labrador Retriever, and English Foxhound. Which drools least?	The Beagle is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Labrador Retriever is an average drooler. See more.	The English Foxhound is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Compare odor levels between Beagle, Labrador Retriever, and English Foxhound. Which has least natural smell?	High 🔼 The Beagle has a high chance of bad smell.	High 🔼 The Labrador Retriever has a high chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The English Foxhound has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics Compare coat types between Beagle, Labrador Retriever, and English Foxhound. How do their fur characteristics differ?	Dense	Dense Waterproof Hard Short	Dense
Bathing Needs Compare bathing needs between Beagle, Labrador Retriever, and English Foxhound. Which requires most frequent baths?	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.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Beagle or Labrador Retriever or English Foxhound? Beagle or Labrador Retriever or {name3 shedding:	Beagle dogs shed moderately. See more.	Labrador Retriever dogs shed moderately. See more.	English Foxhound dogs shed moderately. See more.
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Beagle vs Labrador Retriever vs English Foxhound Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Compare child-friendliness between Beagle, Labrador Retriever, and English Foxhound. Which is best with kids?	Beagle dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Labrador Retriever dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	English Foxhound dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
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Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Beagle dogs are generally with other pets.	Labrador Retriever dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	English Foxhound dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Beagle or Labrador Retriever or English Foxhound? Which dog is more friendly?	Beagle dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Labrador Retriever dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	English Foxhound dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Beagle or Labrador Retriever or English Foxhound?	Beagle dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Labrador Retriever dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	English Foxhound dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
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Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Beagle or Labrador Retriever or English Foxhound?	Beagle dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Labrador Retriever dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	English Foxhound dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Beagle vs Labrador Retriever vs English Foxhound?	Yes Beagle 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 English Foxhound 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 Labrador Retriever is not the best dog breed for office environment.	Yes English Foxhound is one of the best dog breeds for office environment
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Beagles are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Labrador Retrievers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	English Foxhounds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Beagle vs Labrador Retriever vs English Foxhound As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Compare service dog potential between Beagle, Labrador Retriever, and English Foxhound. Which is best suited for service work?	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Work Suitability Compare therapy dog potential between Beagle, Labrador Retriever, and English Foxhound. Which excels in therapy work?	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
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Scent Detection Ability Compare detection capabilities between Beagle, Labrador Retriever, and English Foxhound. Which has best nose work ability?	Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.	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 Beagle, Labrador Retriever, and English Foxhound. Which is best for SAR work?	Yes This breed would make an excellent 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 Beagle, Labrador Retriever, and English Foxhound. Which is best suited for water work?	Yes Beagle breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Yes Labrador Retriever breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Not really English Foxhound breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Compare cart pulling abilities between Beagle, Labrador Retriever, and English Foxhound. Which is best for draft work?	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.
Military Service Background Compare military service history of Beagle, Labrador Retriever, and English Foxhound. 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 Labrador Retriever vs English Foxhound Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare typical litter sizes of Beagle, Labrador Retriever, and English Foxhound. Which has most puppies?	2-14 puppies, average 7	5-10 puppies	5-7 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare gestation periods of Beagle, Labrador Retriever, and English Foxhound. 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, Labrador Retriever, and English Foxhound. What's recommended?	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.

Beagle vs Labrador Retriever vs English Foxhound Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC groups for Beagle, Labrador Retriever, and English Foxhound. How are they classified?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Hound breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1917 as a Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1909 as a Hound breed.
FCI Classification Compare FCI groups for Beagle, Labrador Retriever, and English Foxhound. 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 Scent hounds and related breeds group, in the Scent hounds section.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare breed recognition status of Beagle, Labrador Retriever, and English Foxhound. 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 North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club

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