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Name	Blue Heeler	Alaskan Husky	Labrador Retriever
Origins	Australia	United States	England Canada
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Group	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Sled Dogs	Gun Dog
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Australian Cattle Dog Cattle Dog Queensland Heeler Red Heeler	Husky	Lab Labrador
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Blue Heeler vs Alaskan Husky vs Labrador Retriever breed type comparison:	Purebred	Cross Breed	Purebred

Blue Heeler vs Alaskan Husky vs Labrador Retriever Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Blue Heeler or Alaskan Husky or Labrador Retriever? Which is the smallest dog, Blue Heeler or Alaskan Husky or Labrador Retriever?	Medium	Medium	Large
Weight Which is heavier, Blue Heeler or Alaskan Husky or Alaskan Husky? Blue Heeler vs Alaskan Husky vs Labrador Retriever weight comparison:	30-62 pounds (13-28 kg)	Male: 40-60 pounds (18-27 kg), Female: 35-48 pounds (16-22 kg)	Male: 60-75 pounds (27-34kg), Female: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	46 pounds (20.5 kg)	Male: 50 pounds (22.5 kg), Female: 41.5 pounds (19 kg)	Male: 67.5 pounds (30.5 kg), Female: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Blue Heeler or Alaskan Husky or Labrador Retriever? Blue Heeler vs Alaskan Husky vs Labrador Retriever height comparison:	Male: 17-20 inches (43-51 cm), Female: 17-19 inches (43-48 cm)	20-24 inches (51-61 cm)	Male: 22-24 inches (56-61cm), Female: 21-23 inches (53-58 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 18.5 inches (47 cm), Female: 18 inches (45.5 cm)	22 inches (56 cm)	Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 22 inches (55.5 cm)

Blue Heeler vs Alaskan Husky vs Labrador Retriever Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Blue Heeler or Alaskan Husky or Labrador Retriever? Which is more expensive?	$400-$800	$1000-$1500	$1000-$2000
Availability Which is easier to get, Blue Heeler or Alaskan Husky or Labrador Retriever?	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.	Very frequent: The Labrador Retriever is quite easy to get.

Blue Heeler vs Alaskan Husky vs Labrador Retriever Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Blue Heeler vs Alaskan Husky vs Labrador Retriever intelligence:	Smart: The Blue Heeler dogs have great intelligence. 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 Blue Heeler vs Alaskan Husky vs Labrador Retriever trainability comparison.	Blue Heeler dogs are easy to train. See more.	A slightly harder to train than average. 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: Blue Heeler or Alaskan Husky or Labrador Retriever?	Blue Heeler dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Alaskan Husky dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Labrador Retriever dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Blue Heeler or Alaskan Husky or Labrador Retriever? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Blue Heeler dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Alaskan Husky dogs are average defenders. See more.	Labrador Retriever dogs are average defenders. See more.
Guard Dog Breeds List

Blue Heeler vs Alaskan Husky vs Labrador Retriever Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Blue Heeler or Alaskan Husky or Labrador Retriever? Blue Heeler vs Alaskan Husky vs Labrador Retriever behavior/temperament comparison:	Active Protective Alert Intelligent Hard working Resourceful	Agile Energetic Protective Alert Powerful Sensitive	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: Alaskan Husky 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: Blue Heeler vs Alaskan Husky vs Labrador Retriever?	Slightly Below Average: Blue Heeler dogs may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence. See more.	Average to High: Alaskan Husky dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	Slightly Below Average: Labrador Retriever dogs may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Blue Heeler vs Alaskan Husky vs Labrador Retriever social needs comparison:	Blue Heeler dogs are kinda antisocial. See more.	Alaskan Husky dogs need for social interaction is average. 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?	The wanderlust potential of the Blue Heeler is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Alaskan Husky 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?	Blue Heeler dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Alaskan Husky 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.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Blue Heeler vs Alaskan Husky vs Labrador Retriever Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Blue Heeler vs Alaskan Husky vs Labrador Retriever playfulness comparison:	The Blue Heeler is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Alaskan Husky is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Labrador Retriever is a highly playful breed. See more.
Most Playful Dog Breeds
Barking Which dog barks more/less: Blue Heeler vs Alaskan Husky vs Labrador Retriever?	Low to Average: The Blue Heeler rarely barks. See more.	Average to High: The Alaskan Husky is a vocal breed. 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 Blue Heeler or Alaskan Husky or Labrador Retriever?	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Blue Heeler breed.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Alaskan Husky 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

Blue Heeler vs Alaskan Husky vs Labrador Retriever Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Average: Blue Heeler dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Alaskan Husky 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: Blue Heeler or Alaskan Husky or Labrador Retriever?	Blue Heeler dogs handle alone time quite well.	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.

Blue Heeler vs Alaskan Husky vs Labrador Retriever Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Blue Heeler or Alaskan Husky or Labrador Retriever?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Blue Heeler bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Alaskan Husky bite force: Ordinary.	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 Blue Heeler has a low chance of biting somebody.	Moderate ⏺ The Alaskan Husky has an average chance of biting somebody.	Moderate ⏺ The Labrador Retriever has an average chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Blue Heeler vs Alaskan Husky vs Labrador Retriever mouthiness comparison:	Blue Heeler dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Alaskan Husky dogs have a higher 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.

Blue Heeler vs Alaskan Husky vs Labrador Retriever Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Blue Heeler vs Alaskan Husky vs Labrador Retriever health comparison. Which is the healthier: Blue Heeler vs Alaskan Husky vs Labrador Retriever?	Blue Heelers are commonly healthy dogs.	Alaskan Huskys tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	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: Blue Heeler vs Alaskan Husky vs Labrador Retriever? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Blue Heeler vs Alaskan Husky vs Labrador Retriever health problems comparison:	No data available	Hyperthyroidism Laryngeal Paresis Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)	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?	Rare The Blue Heeler should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Frequent The Alaskan Husky should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Average The Labrador Retriever should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Blue Heeler vs Alaskan Husky vs Labrador Retriever lifespan comparison. How long do Blue Heeler, Alaskan Husky and Labrador Retriever breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	11-15 years The average lifespan of Blue Heeler: 13 years	9-15 years The average lifespan of Alaskan Husky: 12 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: Blue Heeler vs Alaskan Husky 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. See more.	Prefers cold weather The Alaskan Husky can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. 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.

Blue Heeler vs Alaskan Husky vs Labrador Retriever Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Blue Heeler or Alaskan Husky or Labrador Retriever? Blue Heeler vs Alaskan Husky vs Labrador Retriever energy level comparison:	Blue Heeler dogs are high-energy dogs.	Alaskan Husky dogs are high-energy dogs.	Labrador Retriever dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Blue Heeler vs Alaskan Husky vs Labrador Retriever exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Blue Heeler or Alaskan Husky or Labrador Retriever? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Blue Heeler dogs need a lot of exercises.	Alaskan Husky dogs need a lot of exercises.	Labrador Retriever dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Blue Heeler or Alaskan Husky or Labrador Retriever?	Blue Heeler dogs don't need too much sleep.	Alaskan Husky 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

Blue Heeler vs Alaskan Husky vs Labrador Retriever Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Blue Heeler or Alaskan Husky or Labrador Retriever?	1.5 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three 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? Blue Heeler vs Alaskan Husky vs Labrador Retriever weight gain potential comparison:	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Blue Heeler's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Low to Average: The Alaskan Husky has a low to the 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

Blue Heeler vs Alaskan Husky vs Labrador Retriever Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Blue Heeler vs Alaskan Husky vs Labrador Retriever coat comparison:	Dense	Dense	Dense Waterproof Hard Short
Colors What are the original Blue Heeler, Alaskan Husky and Labrador Retriever color?	Blue Red speckled Blue speckled Blue Mottled Red Mottled	Black Gray White Blonde Orange	Black Yellow Chocolate
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Blue Heeler or Alaskan Husky or Labrador Retriever? Blue Heeler vs Alaskan Husky vs Labrador Retriever grooming comparison:	Effortless: The Blue Heeler requires minimal grooming. See more.	Average: The Alaskan Husky requires average grooming effort. See more.	Effortless: The Labrador Retriever requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Blue Heeler or Alaskan Husky or Labrador Retriever? Blue Heeler or Alaskan Husky or {name3 shedding:	Blue Heeler dogs shed moderately. See more.	Alaskan Husky 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: Blue Heeler or Alaskan Husky or Labrador Retriever?	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	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.
Hypoallergenic Blue Heeler vs Alaskan Husky 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, Blue Heeler vs Alaskan Husky vs Labrador Retriever?	Medium ⏺ The Blue Heeler has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Alaskan Husky 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 Blue Heeler is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Alaskan Husky is an average drooler. See more.	The Labrador Retriever is an average drooler. See more.

Blue Heeler vs Alaskan Husky vs Labrador Retriever Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Blue Heeler dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.	Alaskan Husky 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 Blue Heeler or Alaskan Husky or Labrador Retriever? Which dog is more friendly?	Blue Heeler dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Alaskan Husky dogs are very 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 Blue Heeler or Alaskan Husky or Labrador Retriever?	Blue Heeler dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.	Alaskan Husky dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.	Labrador Retriever dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Blue Heeler or Alaskan Husky or Labrador Retriever?	Blue Heeler dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Alaskan Husky dogs are not 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 Blue Heeler or Alaskan Husky or Labrador Retriever?	Blue Heeler dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Alaskan Husky 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: Blue Heeler vs Alaskan Husky vs Labrador Retriever?	Yes Blue Heeler dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	No Alaskan Husky dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn 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 Blue Heeler is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Alaskan Husky 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?	Blue Heelers are not the best breed for elderly people.	Alaskan Huskys are commonly okay with elderly people.	Labrador Retrievers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Blue Heeler vs Alaskan Husky 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. 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: Blue Heeler or Alaskan Husky or Labrador Retriever? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a 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?	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: Blue Heeler vs Alaskan Husky vs Labrador Retriever?	Not really Blue Heeler breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Alaskan Husky 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.	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.

Blue Heeler vs Alaskan Husky 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 Blue Heeler and Alaskan Husky and Labrador Retriever have?	1-7 puppies	4-10 puppies	5-10 puppies
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Blue Heeler vs Alaskan Husky vs Labrador Retriever Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	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.	Not recognized by FCI.	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?	No data available	Dog Registry of America Inc.	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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