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Boxer vs Labrador Retriever vs Maltese Comparison - Dog breed selector: Deutscher Boxer or Lab or Maltese lion dog? Find the right dog for you

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Name Boxer Labrador Retriever Maltese
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Deutscher Boxer
German Boxer
Lab
Labrador
Maltese lion dog
Maltese Dog
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Boxer vs Labrador Retriever vs Maltese breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Boxer vs Labrador Retriever vs Maltese Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Boxer or Labrador Retriever or Maltese? Which is the smallest dog, Boxer or Labrador Retriever or Maltese?
Medium Large Small
Weight
Which is heavier, Boxer or Labrador Retriever or Labrador Retriever? Boxer vs Labrador Retriever vs Maltese weight comparison:
Male: 60-70 pounds (27-32 kg), Female: 53-65 pounds (24-29 kg) Male: 60-75 pounds (27-34kg), Female: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg) 6.5-9 pounds (3-4 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 65 pounds (29.5 kg), Female: 59 pounds (26.5 kg) Male: 67.5 pounds (30.5 kg), Female: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg) 6.7 pounds (3.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Boxer or Labrador Retriever or Maltese? Boxer vs Labrador Retriever vs Maltese height comparison:
Male: 22-25 inches (56-63 cm), Female: 21-24 inches (53-61 cm) Male: 22-24 inches (56-61cm), Female: 21-23 inches (53-58 cm) Male: 8-10 inches (21-25 cm), Female: 8-9 inches (20-23 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 23.5 inches (59.5 cm), Female: 22.5 inches (57 cm) Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 22 inches (55.5 cm) Male: 9 inches (23 cm), Female: 8.5 inches (21.5 cm)

Boxer vs Labrador Retriever vs Maltese Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Boxer or Labrador Retriever or Maltese? Which is more expensive?
$600-$1200 $1000-$2000 $600-$800
Availability
Which is easier to get, Boxer or Labrador Retriever or Maltese?
Very frequent: The Boxer is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Labrador Retriever is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Maltese is quite easy to get.

Boxer vs Labrador Retriever vs Maltese Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Boxer vs Labrador Retriever vs Maltese intelligence:
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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Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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Trainability
Boxer vs Labrador Retriever vs Maltese trainability comparison.
Boxer dogs are quite easy to train.
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Labrador Retriever dogs are very easy to train.
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Maltese dogs are quite easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Boxer or Labrador Retriever or Maltese?
Boxer dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Labrador Retriever dogs are average watchdogs.
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Maltese dogs are average watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Boxer or Labrador Retriever or Maltese? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Boxer dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Labrador Retriever dogs are average defenders.
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Maltese dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Boxer vs Labrador Retriever vs Maltese Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Boxer or Labrador Retriever or Maltese? Boxer vs Labrador Retriever vs Maltese behavior/temperament comparison:
Playful
Energetic
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Loyal
Fearless
Brave
Bright
Playful
Loving
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Affectionate
Loyal
Gentle
Going
Social
Cheerful
Active
Playful
Intelligent
Responsive
Docile
Gentle
Tempered
Sweet
Easygoing
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: Labrador Retriever dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Boxer vs Labrador Retriever vs Maltese?
High: Boxer 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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High: Maltese dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Boxer vs Labrador Retriever vs Maltese social needs comparison:
Boxer dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Labrador Retriever dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Maltese dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Boxer dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Labrador Retriever dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Maltese dogs are not the biggest explorers.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Boxer 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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Maltese dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Boxer vs Labrador Retriever vs Maltese Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Boxer vs Labrador Retriever vs Maltese playfulness comparison:
The Boxer is a playful breed.
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The Labrador Retriever is a highly playful breed.
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Average: Malteses, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Boxer vs Labrador Retriever vs Maltese?
Low to Average: The Boxer rarely barks.
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Average: The Labrador Retriever barks occasionally.
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A lot: Maltese is a particularly loud breed.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Boxer or Labrador Retriever or Maltese?
Apartment-friendly dog the Boxer breed.
It is not recommended to keep the Labrador Retriever breed in the home.
Very house-friendly dog the Maltese breed.

Boxer vs Labrador Retriever vs Maltese Adaptability and Independence Comparison

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

Boxer vs Labrador Retriever vs Maltese Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Boxer or Labrador Retriever or Maltese?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Boxer bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Labrador Retriever bite force: Ordinary.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Maltese bite force: Weak.
Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:

Low 🔽

The Boxer has a low chance of biting somebody.

Moderate

The Labrador Retriever has an average chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Maltese has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Boxer vs Labrador Retriever vs Maltese mouthiness comparison:
Boxer dogs have a lower than 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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Maltese dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Boxer vs Labrador Retriever vs Maltese Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Boxer vs Labrador Retriever vs Maltese health comparison. Which is the healthier: Boxer vs Labrador Retriever vs Maltese?
The Boxer 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.
The Maltese 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: Boxer vs Labrador Retriever vs Maltese? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Boxer vs Labrador Retriever vs Maltese health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Cancer
Hypothyroidism
Bloat
Deafness
Demodectic Mange
Aortic Stenosis
Boxer Cardiomyopathy
Corneal Dystrophy
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Bloat
Epilepsy
Ear Infections
Elbow Dysplasia
Osteochondrosis Dissecans
Tricuspid Valve Dysplasia
Acute Moist Dermatitis
Cold Tail
Myopathy
Collapsed Trachea
Patellar Luxation
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Portosystemic Liver Shunt
Reverse Sneezing
Hypoglycemia
White Dog Shaker Syndrome
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Average
The Boxer 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.
Average
The Maltese should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Life Expectancy
Boxer vs Labrador Retriever vs Maltese lifespan comparison. How long do Boxer, Labrador Retriever and Maltese breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Boxer: 11 years
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Labrador Retriever: 11 years
14-18 years
The average lifespan of Maltese: 16 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Boxer vs Labrador Retriever vs Maltese?
Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
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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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Prefers warm weather
Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates.
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Boxer vs Labrador Retriever vs Maltese Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Boxer or Labrador Retriever or Maltese? Boxer vs Labrador Retriever vs Maltese energy level comparison:
Boxer dogs are high-energy dogs.
Labrador Retriever dogs are high-energy dogs.
Maltese dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Boxer vs Labrador Retriever vs Maltese exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Boxer or Labrador Retriever or Maltese? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Boxer dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Labrador Retriever dogs need a lot of exercises.
Maltese dogs exercise need is very minimal.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Boxer or Labrador Retriever or Maltese?
Boxer dogs don't need too much sleep.
Labrador Retriever dogs don't need too much sleep.
Maltese dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.

Boxer vs Labrador Retriever vs Maltese Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Boxer or Labrador Retriever or Maltese?
Recommended daily amount: 2 to 3 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. Recommended daily amount: 1/4 to 1/2 cup 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? Boxer vs Labrador Retriever vs Maltese weight gain potential comparison:
Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Boxer'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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Average: The Maltese has an average risk for obesity.
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Boxer vs Labrador Retriever vs Maltese Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Boxer vs Labrador Retriever vs Maltese coat comparison:
Waterproof Dense
Waterproof
Hard
Short
Feathered
Colors
What are the original Boxer, Labrador Retriever and Maltese color?
White
Fawn
Brindle
Black
Yellow
Chocolate
White
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Boxer or Labrador Retriever or Maltese? Boxer vs Labrador Retriever vs Maltese grooming comparison:
Effortless: The Boxer requires minimal grooming.
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Effortless: The Labrador Retriever requires minimal grooming.
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Average: The Maltese requires average grooming effort.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Boxer or Labrador Retriever or Maltese? Boxer or Labrador Retriever or {name3 shedding:
Boxer dogs shed moderately.
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Labrador Retriever dogs shed moderately.
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Maltese dogs shed none to minimal.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Boxer or Labrador Retriever or Maltese?
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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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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6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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Hypoallergenic
Boxer vs Labrador Retriever vs Maltese 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, Boxer vs Labrador Retriever vs Maltese?

High 🔼

The Boxer has a high chance of bad smell.

High 🔼

The Labrador Retriever has a high chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Maltese has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?
The Boxer is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency.
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The Labrador Retriever is an average drooler.
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The Maltese is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Boxer vs Labrador Retriever vs Maltese Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Boxer dogs are generally with other pets.
Labrador Retriever dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Maltese dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Boxer or Labrador Retriever or Maltese? Which dog is more friendly?
Boxer dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Labrador Retriever dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Maltese dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Boxer or Labrador Retriever or Maltese?
Boxer dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Labrador Retriever dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Maltese dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Boxer or Labrador Retriever or Maltese?
Boxer dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Labrador Retriever dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Maltese dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Boxer or Labrador Retriever or Maltese?
Boxer dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Labrador Retriever dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Maltese dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Boxer vs Labrador Retriever vs Maltese?
Yes
Boxer 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
Maltese dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
Boxer is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Labrador Retriever is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Maltese is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
Boxers are usually recommended for elderly people.
Labrador Retrievers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Malteses are usually recommended for elderly people.

Boxer vs Labrador Retriever vs Maltese 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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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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Therapy Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: Boxer or Labrador Retriever or Maltese? Which is better for autism?

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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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a 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.

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 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.

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.
Boat and Sailor Dog
Which one could be a boat dog: Boxer vs Labrador Retriever vs Maltese?

Not really

Boxer 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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Not really

Maltese breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog
Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?

Yes

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

Yes

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

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.

Boxer vs Labrador Retriever vs Maltese 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 Boxer and Labrador Retriever and Maltese have?
2-10 puppies, average 6 5-10 puppies 3-5 puppies

Boxer vs Labrador Retriever vs Maltese Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1904 as a Working breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1917 as a Sporting breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1888 as a Toy breed.
FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI?
Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type section. Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Retrievers section. Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Bichons and related breeds section.
Breed Recognition
What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?
American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
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
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

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