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Name	Boxer	Shiba Inu	Labrador Retriever
Origins	Germany	Japan	England Canada
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Group	Working Dogs	Companion Dogs	Gun Dog
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Deutscher Boxer German Boxer	Japanese Shiba Inu Japanese Small-Size Dog Shiba Shiba Ken Brushwood Dog	Lab Labrador
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Boxer vs Shiba Inu vs Labrador Retriever breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Boxer vs Shiba Inu vs Labrador Retriever Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Boxer or Shiba Inu or Labrador Retriever? Which is the smallest dog, Boxer or Shiba Inu or Labrador Retriever?	Medium	Medium	Large
Weight Which is heavier, Boxer or Shiba Inu or Shiba Inu? Boxer vs Shiba Inu vs Labrador Retriever weight comparison:	Male: 60-70 pounds (27-32 kg), Female: 53-65 pounds (24-29 kg)	Male: 18-25 pounds (8-11 kg), Female: 15-20 pounds (6.8-9 kg)	Male: 60-75 pounds (27-34kg), Female: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 65 pounds (29.5 kg), Female: 59 pounds (26.5 kg)	Male: 21.5 pounds (9.5 kg), Female: 17.5 pounds (6.8.5 kg)	Male: 67.5 pounds (30.5 kg), Female: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Boxer or Shiba Inu or Labrador Retriever? Boxer vs Shiba Inu vs Labrador Retriever height comparison:	Male: 22-25 inches (56-63 cm), Female: 21-24 inches (53-61 cm)	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)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 23.5 inches (59.5 cm), Female: 22.5 inches (57 cm)	Male: 15 inches (38.5 cm), Female: 14 inches (35.5 cm)	Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 22 inches (55.5 cm)

Boxer vs Shiba Inu vs Labrador Retriever Price and Availability Comparison

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

Boxer vs Shiba Inu vs Labrador Retriever Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Boxer vs Shiba Inu vs Labrador Retriever intelligence:	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. 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 Boxer vs Shiba Inu vs Labrador Retriever trainability comparison.	Boxer dogs are quite 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: Boxer or Shiba Inu or Labrador Retriever?	Boxer dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Shiba Inu dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Labrador Retriever dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Boxer or Shiba Inu or Labrador Retriever? 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. See more.	Shiba Inu dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Labrador Retriever dogs are average defenders. See more.
Guard Dog Breeds List

Boxer vs Shiba Inu vs Labrador Retriever Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Boxer or Shiba Inu or Labrador Retriever? Boxer vs Shiba Inu vs Labrador Retriever behavior/temperament comparison:	Playful Energetic Intelligent Confident Friendly Loyal Fearless Brave Bright	Alert Confident Going Fearless Keen Faithful Charming	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.	Shiba Inu dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. 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: Boxer vs Shiba Inu vs Labrador Retriever?	High: Boxer dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: Shiba Inu 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 Boxer vs Shiba Inu vs Labrador Retriever social needs comparison:	Boxer dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Shiba Inu 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?	Boxer dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Shiba Inu is strong enough to escape from home. 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?	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. See more.	Shiba Inu 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. 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

Boxer vs Shiba Inu vs Labrador Retriever Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Boxer vs Shiba Inu vs Labrador Retriever playfulness comparison:	The Boxer is a playful breed. See more.	Average: Shiba Inus, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Labrador Retriever is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Boxer vs Shiba Inu vs Labrador Retriever?	Low to Average: The Boxer rarely barks. See more.	Low to Average: The Shiba Inu rarely barks. 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 Boxer or Shiba Inu or Labrador Retriever?	Apartment-friendly dog the Boxer breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Shiba Inu 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

Boxer vs Shiba Inu vs Labrador Retriever 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.	Shiba Inu dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different 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: Boxer or Shiba Inu or Labrador Retriever?	Boxer dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Labrador Retriever dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Boxer vs Shiba Inu vs Labrador Retriever Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Boxer or Shiba Inu or Labrador Retriever?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Boxer bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Shiba Inu 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 Boxer has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Shiba Inu has a low chance of biting somebody.	Moderate ⏺ The Labrador Retriever has an average chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Boxer vs Shiba Inu vs Labrador Retriever mouthiness comparison:	Boxer dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Shiba Inu 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.

Boxer vs Shiba Inu vs Labrador Retriever Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Boxer vs Shiba Inu vs Labrador Retriever health comparison. Which is the healthier: Boxer vs Shiba Inu vs Labrador Retriever?	The Boxer is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Shiba Inu 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.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Boxer vs Shiba Inu vs Labrador Retriever? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Boxer vs Shiba Inu vs Labrador Retriever health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Allergies Cancer Hypothyroidism Bloat Deafness Demodectic Mange Aortic Stenosis Boxer Cardiomyopathy Corneal Dystrophy	Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Allergies Cancer Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Glaucoma Spinning Chylothorax	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?	Average The Boxer should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Shiba Inu 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.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Boxer vs Shiba Inu vs Labrador Retriever lifespan comparison. How long do Boxer, Shiba Inu and Labrador Retriever breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	10-12 years The average lifespan of Boxer: 11 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Shiba Inu: 13 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: Boxer vs Shiba Inu vs Labrador Retriever?	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Shiba Inu can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even 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.

Boxer vs Shiba Inu vs Labrador Retriever Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Boxer or Shiba Inu or Labrador Retriever? Boxer vs Shiba Inu vs Labrador Retriever energy level comparison:	Boxer dogs are high-energy dogs.	Shiba Inu dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Labrador Retriever dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Boxer vs Shiba Inu vs Labrador Retriever exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Boxer or Shiba Inu or Labrador Retriever? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Boxer dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Shiba Inu dogs have an average exercise need.	Labrador Retriever dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Boxer or Shiba Inu or Labrador Retriever?	Boxer dogs don't need too much sleep.	Shiba Inu 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

Boxer vs Shiba Inu vs Labrador Retriever Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Boxer or Shiba Inu or Labrador Retriever?	Recommended daily amount: 2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	Recommended daily amount: 1/2 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.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Boxer vs Shiba Inu vs Labrador Retriever weight gain potential comparison:	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Boxer's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Low to Average: The Shiba Inu 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

Boxer vs Shiba Inu vs Labrador Retriever Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Boxer vs Shiba Inu vs Labrador Retriever coat comparison:	Waterproof	Dense	Dense Waterproof Hard Short
Colors What are the original Boxer, Shiba Inu and Labrador Retriever color?	White Fawn Brindle	Black Tan Red Cream Sesame	Black Yellow Chocolate
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Boxer or Shiba Inu or Labrador Retriever? Boxer vs Shiba Inu vs Labrador Retriever grooming comparison:	Effortless: The Boxer requires minimal grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The Shiba Inu doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Labrador Retriever requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Boxer or Shiba Inu or Labrador Retriever? Boxer or Shiba Inu or {name3 shedding:	Boxer dogs shed moderately. See more.	Shiba Inu dogs shed above average. 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: Boxer or Shiba Inu or Labrador Retriever?	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.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Hypoallergenic Boxer vs Shiba Inu 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, Boxer vs Shiba Inu vs Labrador Retriever?	High 🔼 The Boxer has a high chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Shiba Inu 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 Boxer is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The Shiba Inu is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Labrador Retriever is an average drooler. See more.

Boxer vs Shiba Inu vs Labrador Retriever Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Boxer dogs are generally with other pets.	Shiba Inu dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.	Labrador Retriever dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Boxer or Shiba Inu or Labrador Retriever? Which dog is more friendly?	Boxer dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Shiba Inu dogs are not the most 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 Boxer or Shiba Inu or Labrador Retriever?	Boxer dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Shiba Inu 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 Boxer or Shiba Inu or Labrador Retriever?	Boxer dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Shiba Inu dogs are not the most 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 Boxer or Shiba Inu or Labrador Retriever?	Boxer dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Shiba Inu dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Labrador Retriever dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Boxer vs Shiba Inu vs Labrador Retriever?	Yes Boxer dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	No Shiba Inu 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 Boxer is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Shiba Inu 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?	Boxers are usually recommended for elderly people.	Shiba Inus are commonly okay with elderly people.	Labrador Retrievers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Boxer vs Shiba Inu 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: Boxer or Shiba Inu 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: Boxer vs Shiba Inu vs Labrador Retriever?	Not really Boxer breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Shiba Inu 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?	Yes 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	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 Shiba Inu 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 Boxer and Shiba Inu and Labrador Retriever have?	2-10 puppies, average 6	2-4 puppies	5-10 puppies
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Boxer vs Shiba Inu vs Labrador Retriever 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 1992 as a Non-Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1917 as a Sporting 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 Spitz and primitive types group, in the Asian Spitz and related breeds 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 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 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	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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