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Black Mouth Cur vs Alaskan Malamute vs Labrador Retriever Comparison - Dog breed selector: American Black Mouth Cur or Mally or Lab? Find the right dog for you

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Name Black Mouth Cur Alaskan Malamute Labrador Retriever
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
American Black Mouth Cur
East Texas Cur
Yellow Black Mouth
Southern Cur
Mally
Mal
Lab
Labrador
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Black Mouth Cur vs Alaskan Malamute vs Labrador Retriever breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Black Mouth Cur vs Alaskan Malamute vs Labrador Retriever Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Black Mouth Cur or Alaskan Malamute or Labrador Retriever? Which is the smallest dog, Black Mouth Cur or Alaskan Malamute or Labrador Retriever?
Large
Giant
Large Large
Weight
Which is heavier, Black Mouth Cur or Alaskan Malamute or Alaskan Malamute? Black Mouth Cur vs Alaskan Malamute vs Labrador Retriever weight comparison:
45-95 pounds (20-43 kg) Male: 80 - 95 pounds (36 - 43 kg), Female: 70 - 85 pounds (32 - 38 kg) Male: 60-75 pounds (27-34kg), Female: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
70 pounds (31.5 kg) Male: 80 - 95 pounds (36 - 43 kg), Female: 70 - 85 pounds (32 - 38 kg) Male: 67.5 pounds (30.5 kg), Female: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Black Mouth Cur or Alaskan Malamute or Labrador Retriever? Black Mouth Cur vs Alaskan Malamute vs Labrador Retriever height comparison:
16-25 inches (40-64 cm) Male: 24 - 26 inches (61 - 66 cm), Female: 22 - 24 inches (56 - 61 cm) Male: 22-24 inches (56-61cm), Female: 21-23 inches (53-58 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
20.5 inches (52 cm) Male: 24 - 26 inches (61 - 66 cm), Female: 22 - 24 inches (56 - 61 cm) Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 22 inches (55.5 cm)

Black Mouth Cur vs Alaskan Malamute vs Labrador Retriever Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Black Mouth Cur or Alaskan Malamute or Labrador Retriever? Which is more expensive?
$300-$500 $1200-$1500 $1000-$2000
Availability
Which is easier to get, Black Mouth Cur or Alaskan Malamute or Labrador Retriever?
Average: The Black Mouth Cur is a commonly available dog breed.
Very frequent: The Alaskan Malamute is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Labrador Retriever is quite easy to get.

Black Mouth Cur vs Alaskan Malamute vs Labrador Retriever Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Black Mouth Cur vs Alaskan Malamute vs Labrador Retriever intelligence:
Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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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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Outstanding: Labrador Retriever is one of the brightest dog breeds.
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Trainability
Black Mouth Cur vs Alaskan Malamute vs Labrador Retriever trainability comparison.
Black Mouth Cur dogs are easy to train.
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Alaskan Malamute dogs are easy to train.
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Labrador Retriever dogs are very easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Black Mouth Cur or Alaskan Malamute or Labrador Retriever?
Black Mouth Cur dogs are average watchdogs.
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Alaskan Malamute dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Labrador Retriever dogs are average watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Black Mouth Cur or Alaskan Malamute or Labrador Retriever? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Black Mouth Cur dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Alaskan Malamute dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Labrador Retriever dogs are average defenders.
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Black Mouth Cur vs Alaskan Malamute vs Labrador Retriever Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Black Mouth Cur or Alaskan Malamute or Labrador Retriever? Black Mouth Cur vs Alaskan Malamute vs Labrador Retriever behavior/temperament comparison:
Active
Protective
Loyal
Kind
Trainable
Fearless
Playful
Dignified
Friendly
Affectionate
Loyal
Devoted
Playful
Loving
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Affectionate
Loyal
Gentle
Going
Social
Cheerful
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Sensitive: Labrador Retriever dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Black Mouth Cur vs Alaskan Malamute vs Labrador Retriever?
High: Black Mouth Cur dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Average: Alaskan Malamute dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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Slightly Below Average: Labrador Retriever dogs may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence.
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Social Needs
Black Mouth Cur vs Alaskan Malamute vs Labrador Retriever social needs comparison:
Black Mouth Cur dogs are a social breed.
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Alaskan Malamute dogs are a social breed.
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Labrador Retriever dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
The wanderlust potential of the Black Mouth Cur is strong enough to escape from home.
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Alaskan Malamute dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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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?
Black Mouth Cur dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Alaskan Malamute dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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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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Black Mouth Cur vs Alaskan Malamute vs Labrador Retriever Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Black Mouth Cur vs Alaskan Malamute vs Labrador Retriever playfulness comparison:
The Black Mouth Cur is a highly playful breed.
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The Alaskan Malamute is a playful breed.
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The Labrador Retriever is a highly playful breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Black Mouth Cur vs Alaskan Malamute vs Labrador Retriever?
Average: The Black Mouth Cur barks occasionally.
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Low to Average: The Alaskan Malamute rarely barks.
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Average: The Labrador Retriever barks occasionally.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Black Mouth Cur or Alaskan Malamute or Labrador Retriever?
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Black Mouth Cur breed.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Alaskan Malamute breed.
It is not recommended to keep the Labrador Retriever breed in the home.

Black Mouth Cur vs Alaskan Malamute vs Labrador Retriever Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
Average: Black Mouth Cur dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Average: Alaskan Malamute dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Labrador Retriever dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Black Mouth Cur or Alaskan Malamute or Labrador Retriever?
Black Mouth Cur 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.
Alaskan Malamute 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.

Black Mouth Cur vs Alaskan Malamute vs Labrador Retriever Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Black Mouth Cur or Alaskan Malamute or Labrador Retriever?

Above 400 PSI 🔼

Black Mouth Cur bite force: The Strongest.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Alaskan Malamute bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Labrador Retriever bite force: Ordinary.
Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:

Low 🔽

The Black Mouth Cur has a low chance of biting somebody.

Moderate

The Alaskan Malamute has an average chance of biting somebody.

Moderate

The Labrador Retriever has an average chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Black Mouth Cur vs Alaskan Malamute vs Labrador Retriever mouthiness comparison:
Black Mouth Cur dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Alaskan Malamute 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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Black Mouth Cur vs Alaskan Malamute vs Labrador Retriever Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Black Mouth Cur vs Alaskan Malamute vs Labrador Retriever health comparison. Which is the healthier: Black Mouth Cur vs Alaskan Malamute vs Labrador Retriever?
Black Mouth Curs tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
The Alaskan Malamute is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The Labrador Retriever is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Black Mouth Cur vs Alaskan Malamute vs Labrador Retriever? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Black Mouth Cur vs Alaskan Malamute vs Labrador Retriever health problems comparison:
Ear Infections Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Hypothyroidism
Chondrodysplasia
Hemeralopia
Inherited Polyneuropathy
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?
Frequent
The Black Mouth Cur should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Average
The Alaskan Malamute should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Average
The Labrador Retriever should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Life Expectancy
Black Mouth Cur vs Alaskan Malamute vs Labrador Retriever lifespan comparison. How long do Black Mouth Cur, Alaskan Malamute and Labrador Retriever breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
12-18 years
The average lifespan of Black Mouth Cur: 15 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Alaskan Malamute: 13 years
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Labrador Retriever: 11 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Black Mouth Cur vs Alaskan Malamute vs Labrador Retriever?
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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Prefers cold weather
The Alaskan Malamute can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also 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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Black Mouth Cur vs Alaskan Malamute vs Labrador Retriever Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Black Mouth Cur vs Alaskan Malamute vs Labrador Retriever Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Black Mouth Cur or Alaskan Malamute or Labrador Retriever?
2.5 to 4 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. Recommended daily amount: 4 to 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.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Black Mouth Cur vs Alaskan Malamute vs Labrador Retriever weight gain potential comparison:
Low to Average: The Black Mouth Cur has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Alaskan Malamute has an average risk for obesity.
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High: The Labrador Retriever breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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Black Mouth Cur vs Alaskan Malamute vs Labrador Retriever Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Black Mouth Cur vs Alaskan Malamute vs Labrador Retriever coat comparison:
Smooth Dense
Rough
Thick
Weather-resistant
Dense
Waterproof
Hard
Short
Colors
What are the original Black Mouth Cur, Alaskan Malamute and Labrador Retriever color?
Black
Red
Brown
Fawn
Yellow
Brindle
Black
Gray
Red
White
Black
Yellow
Chocolate
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Black Mouth Cur or Alaskan Malamute or Labrador Retriever? Black Mouth Cur vs Alaskan Malamute vs Labrador Retriever grooming comparison:
Easy to groom: The Black Mouth Cur doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Average: The Alaskan Malamute requires average grooming effort.
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Effortless: The Labrador Retriever requires minimal grooming.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Black Mouth Cur or Alaskan Malamute or Labrador Retriever? Black Mouth Cur or Alaskan Malamute or {name3 shedding:
Black Mouth Cur dogs are low shedders.
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Alaskan Malamute dogs are heavy shedders.
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Labrador Retriever dogs shed moderately.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Black Mouth Cur or Alaskan Malamute or Labrador Retriever?
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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Hypoallergenic
Black Mouth Cur vs Alaskan Malamute vs Labrador Retriever hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?
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Stinkiness
Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Black Mouth Cur vs Alaskan Malamute vs Labrador Retriever?

Medium

The Black Mouth Cur has an average chance of bad smell.

Low 🔽

The Alaskan Malamute has a low 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 Black Mouth Cur is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency.
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The Alaskan Malamute 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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Black Mouth Cur vs Alaskan Malamute vs Labrador Retriever Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Black Mouth Cur dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Alaskan Malamute dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Labrador Retriever dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Black Mouth Cur or Alaskan Malamute or Labrador Retriever? Which dog is more friendly?
Black Mouth Cur dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Alaskan Malamute dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Labrador Retriever dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Black Mouth Cur or Alaskan Malamute or Labrador Retriever?
Black Mouth Cur dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.
Alaskan Malamute dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Labrador Retriever dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Black Mouth Cur or Alaskan Malamute or Labrador Retriever?
Black Mouth Cur dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Alaskan Malamute dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Labrador Retriever dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Black Mouth Cur or Alaskan Malamute or Labrador Retriever?
Black Mouth Cur dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Alaskan Malamute 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: Black Mouth Cur vs Alaskan Malamute vs Labrador Retriever?
Yes
Black Mouth Cur dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Alaskan Malamute 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
Black Mouth Cur is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Alaskan Malamute 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?
Black Mouth Curs are commonly okay with elderly people.
Alaskan Malamutes are usually recommended for elderly people.
Labrador Retrievers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Black Mouth Cur vs Alaskan Malamute vs Labrador Retriever As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog
Which one could be a service dog?

Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Yes

This breed makes good as a service dog.
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Therapy Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: Black Mouth Cur or Alaskan Malamute or Labrador Retriever? Which is better for autism?

Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog
Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?

Not really

They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.

Not really

They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.

Yes

After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR)
Which one could be a search and rescue dog?

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.

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: Black Mouth Cur vs Alaskan Malamute vs Labrador Retriever?

Not really

Black Mouth Cur breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Alaskan Malamute breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Yes

Labrador Retriever breed usually likes being on a boat.
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Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog
Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?

Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Fighting Dog / Military Dog

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Yes

In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Black Mouth Cur vs Alaskan Malamute vs Labrador Retriever Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length 60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency

Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Litter Size
How many puppies can Black Mouth Cur and Alaskan Malamute and Labrador Retriever have?
5-10 puppies 4-10 puppies 5-10 puppies

Black Mouth Cur vs Alaskan Malamute vs Labrador Retriever Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1935 as a Working breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1917 as a Sporting breed.
FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI?
Not recognized by FCI. Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Nordic Sledge 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
America's Pet Registry
Dog Registry of America Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Continental Kennel Club
National 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.
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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