Brittany vs Labrador Retriever vs English Springer Spaniel Comparison - Dog breed selector: American Brittany or Lab or Springer Spaniel? Find the right dog for you
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Compare Brittany and Labrador Retriever. Which is better: Brittany or Labrador Retriever or English Springer Spaniel?
Name | Brittany | Labrador Retriever | English Springer Spaniel |
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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Brittany, Labrador Retriever, and English Springer Spaniel breeds. |
American Brittany Brittany Spaniel Epagneul Breton |
Lab Labrador | Springer Spaniel |
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Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between Brittany, Labrador Retriever, and English Springer Spaniel? Compare their breeding categories. | Purebred | Purebred | Purebred |
Brittany vs Labrador Retriever vs English Springer Spaniel Size and Weight Comparison
Size Classification
Compare size differences between Brittany, Labrador Retriever, and English Springer Spaniel. Which breed is the largest? | Medium | Large | Medium |
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Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between Brittany, Labrador Retriever, and English Springer Spaniel? Compare adult weight ranges. | Male: 35-40 pounds (16-18 kg), Females: 30-40 pounds (14-18 kg) | Male: 60-75 pounds (27-34kg), Female: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg) | Male: 45-55 pounds (20-25 kg), Female: 40-50 pounds (18-23 kg) |
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight? | Male: 37.5 pounds (17 kg), Females: 35 pounds (16 kg) | Male: 67.5 pounds (30.5 kg), Female: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg) | Male: 50 pounds (22.5 kg), Female: 45 pounds (20.5 kg) |
Height
Which is taller, Brittany or Labrador Retriever or English Springer Spaniel? Brittany vs Labrador Retriever vs English Springer Spaniel height comparison: | Male: 17-21 inches (43-53 cm), Female: 18-20 inches (46-51 cm) | Male: 22-24 inches (56-61cm), Female: 21-23 inches (53-58 cm) | Male: 19-21 inches (48-56 cm), Female:18-20 inches (46-51 cm) |
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height? | Male: 19 inches (48 cm), Female: 19 inches (48.5 cm) | Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 22 inches (55.5 cm) | Male: 20 inches (52 cm), Female:19 inches (48.5 cm) |
Brittany vs Labrador Retriever vs English Springer Spaniel Price and Availability Comparison
Price Range
Compare puppy costs for Brittany, Labrador Retriever, and English Springer Spaniel. Find price differences between these breeds. | $700-$800 | $1000-$2000 | $700-$800 |
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Availability
Which is easier to get, Brittany or Labrador Retriever or English Springer Spaniel? | Very frequent: The Brittany is quite easy to get. | Very frequent: The Labrador Retriever is quite easy to get. | Very frequent: The English Springer Spaniel is quite easy to get. |
Brittany vs Labrador Retriever vs English Springer Spaniel Trainability and Intelligence Comparison
Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between Brittany, Labrador Retriever, and English Springer Spaniel. Which breed ranks highest? | Very smart: Brittany is an excellent dog breed. | Outstanding: Labrador Retriever is one of the brightest dog breeds. | Very smart: English Springer Spaniel is an excellent dog breed. |
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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between Brittany, Labrador Retriever, and English Springer Spaniel. Which is easiest to train? | Brittany dogs are easy to train. | Labrador Retriever dogs are very easy to train. | English Springer Spaniel dogs are easy to train. |
Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of Brittany, Labrador Retriever, and English Springer Spaniel. Which breed is most alert? | Brittany dogs are average watchdogs. | Labrador Retriever dogs are average watchdogs. | English Springer Spaniel dogs are average watchdogs. |
Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between Brittany, Labrador Retriever, and English Springer Spaniel. Which breed is most protective? | Brittany dogs are average defenders. | Labrador Retriever dogs are average defenders. | English Springer Spaniel dogs are average defenders. |
Brittany vs Labrador Retriever vs English Springer Spaniel Personality and Temperament Comparison
Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between Brittany, Labrador Retriever, and English Springer Spaniel? Compare temperaments. |
Independent Alert Intelligent Responsive Social |
Playful Loving Energetic Alert Intelligent Friendly Responsive Affectionate Loyal Gentle Going Social Cheerful |
Playful Energetic Alert Intelligent Affectionate Social Cheerful |
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Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference? | Sensitive: Brittany dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. | Sensitive: Labrador Retriever dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. | They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. |
Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Brittany vs Labrador Retriever vs English Springer Spaniel? | High: Brittany dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. | Slightly Below Average: Labrador Retriever dogs may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence. | High: English Springer Spaniel dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. |
Social Needs
Brittany vs Labrador Retriever vs English Springer Spaniel social needs comparison: | Brittany dogs need a lot of social interaction. | Labrador Retriever dogs need a lot of social interaction. | English Springer Spaniel dogs are a social breed. |
Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? | The wanderlust potential of the Brittany is strong enough to escape from home. | Labrador Retriever dogs have average wanderlust potential. | The wanderlust potential of the English Springer Spaniel is strong enough to escape from home. |
Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting? | Brittany dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. | Labrador Retriever dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. | English Springer Spaniel dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. |
Brittany vs Labrador Retriever vs English Springer Spaniel Activity and Playfulness Comparison
Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of Brittany, Labrador Retriever, and English Springer Spaniel. Which breed is most vocal? | Average: The Brittany barks occasionally. | Average: The Labrador Retriever barks occasionally. | Average: The English Springer Spaniel barks occasionally. |
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between Brittany, Labrador Retriever, and English Springer Spaniel. Which breed is most playful? | The Brittany is a highly playful breed. | The Labrador Retriever is a highly playful breed. | The English Springer Spaniel is a highly playful breed. |
Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of Brittany, Labrador Retriever, and English Springer Spaniel. Which adapts best to small spaces? | It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Brittany indoors. | It is not recommended to keep the Labrador Retriever breed in the home. | Very house-friendly dog the English Springer Spaniel breed. |
Brittany vs Labrador Retriever vs English Springer Spaniel Adaptability and Independence Comparison
Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between Brittany, Labrador Retriever, and English Springer Spaniel. Which breed is most flexible? | Brittany dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments. | Labrador Retriever dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments. | English Springer Spaniel dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments. |
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Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: Brittany or Labrador Retriever or English Springer Spaniel? | Brittany dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them. | Labrador Retriever dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them. | English Springer Spaniel 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. |
Brittany vs Labrador Retriever vs English Springer Spaniel Bite Characteristics Comparison
Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between Brittany, Labrador Retriever, and English Springer Spaniel. Which has lowest bite risk? | Low 🔽 The Brittany has a low chance of biting somebody. | Moderate ⏺ The Labrador Retriever has an average chance of biting somebody. | Low 🔽 The English Springer Spaniel has a low chance of biting somebody. |
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Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between Brittany, Labrador Retriever, and English Springer Spaniel. Which uses mouth most during play? | Brittany dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. | Labrador Retriever dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. | English Springer Spaniel dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. |
Bite Strength Rating
Compare bite forces between Brittany, Labrador Retriever, and English Springer Spaniel. Which has the strongest bite? | Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Brittany bite force: Ordinary. | Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Labrador Retriever bite force: Ordinary. | Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ English Springer Spaniel bite force: Ordinary. |
Brittany vs Labrador Retriever vs English Springer Spaniel Health and Lifespan Comparison
Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of Brittany, Labrador Retriever, and English Springer Spaniel. Which breed lives longest? |
11-15 years The average lifespan of Brittany: 13 years |
10-12 years The average lifespan of Labrador Retriever: 11 years |
10-14 years The average lifespan of English Springer Spaniel: 12 years |
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Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between Brittany, Labrador Retriever, and English Springer Spaniel. Which handles climate changes best? | Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Brittany can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. | Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. | Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. |
Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in Brittany, Labrador Retriever, and English Springer Spaniel. Which has fewer health issues? | The Brittany is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly. | The Labrador Retriever is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly. | English Springer Spaniels are commonly healthy dogs. |
Vet Care Frequency
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits? |
Average The Brittany 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. |
Rare The English Springer Spaniel should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year). |
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Brittany vs Labrador Retriever vs English Springer Spaniel? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Brittany vs Labrador Retriever vs English Springer Spaniel health problems comparison: | Hip Dysplasia Hypothyroidism Epilepsy |
Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Epilepsy Ear Infections Elbow Dysplasia Osteochondrosis Dissecans Tricuspid Valve Dysplasia Acute Moist Dermatitis Cold Tail Myopathy | Hip Dysplasia Allergies Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Ear Infections Ectropion Retinal Dysplasia Phosphofructokinase deficiency (Tarui disease, PFK) |
Brittany vs Labrador Retriever vs English Springer Spaniel Energy and Activity Comparison
Energy Rating
Compare energy levels between Brittany, Labrador Retriever, and English Springer Spaniel. Which breed is most active? | Brittany dogs are high-energy dogs. | Labrador Retriever dogs are high-energy dogs. | English Springer Spaniel dogs are high-energy dogs. |
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Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Brittany vs Labrador Retriever vs English Springer Spaniel exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Brittany or Labrador Retriever or English Springer Spaniel? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest? | Brittany dogs need a lot of exercises. | Labrador Retriever dogs need a lot of exercises. | English Springer Spaniel dogs need a lot of exercises. |
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Brittany or Labrador Retriever or English Springer Spaniel? | Brittany dogs don't need too much sleep. | Labrador Retriever dogs don't need too much sleep. | English Springer Spaniel dogs don't need too much sleep. |
Brittany vs Labrador Retriever vs English Springer Spaniel Diet and Weight Management Comparison
Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between Brittany, Labrador Retriever, and English Springer Spaniel. Which is most prone to obesity? | Average: The Brittany has an average risk for obesity. | High: The Labrador Retriever breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. | Average: The English Springer Spaniel has an average risk for obesity. |
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between Brittany, Labrador Retriever, and English Springer Spaniel. Which needs most food? | 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. | 3 to 4.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. |
Brittany vs Labrador Retriever vs English Springer Spaniel Allergies and Grooming Comparison
Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Brittany, Labrador Retriever, and English Springer Spaniel. Which is best for allergy sufferers? | No See more. | No See more. | No See more. |
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between Brittany, Labrador Retriever, and English Springer Spaniel. What colors are available? | White Orange Liver Roan |
Black Yellow Chocolate |
Black Tan White Liver |
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between Brittany, Labrador Retriever, and English Springer Spaniel. Which requires most maintenance? | Easy to groom: The Brittany doesn't require a lot of grooming. | Effortless: The Labrador Retriever requires minimal grooming. | Advanced: The English Springer Spaniel requires a lot of grooming. |
Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between Brittany, Labrador Retriever, and English Springer Spaniel. Which drools least? | The Brittany is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. | The Labrador Retriever is an average drooler. | The English Springer Spaniel is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. |
Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between Brittany, Labrador Retriever, and English Springer Spaniel. Which has least natural smell? | Medium ⏺ The Brittany has an average chance of bad smell. | High 🔼 The Labrador Retriever has a high chance of bad smell. | Medium ⏺ The English Springer Spaniel has an average chance of bad smell. |
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between Brittany, Labrador Retriever, and English Springer Spaniel. How do their fur characteristics differ? | Feathered |
Dense Waterproof Hard Short | Feathered |
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between Brittany, Labrador Retriever, and English Springer Spaniel. Which requires most frequent baths? | 6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. | 3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. | 6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. |
Shedding Level
Who sheds more Brittany or Labrador Retriever or English Springer Spaniel? Brittany or Labrador Retriever or {name3 shedding: | Brittany dogs are low shedders. | Labrador Retriever dogs shed moderately. | English Springer Spaniel dogs shed moderately. |
Brittany vs Labrador Retriever vs English Springer Spaniel Good With Comparison
Child Compatibility
Compare child-friendliness between Brittany, Labrador Retriever, and English Springer Spaniel. Which is best with kids? | Brittany dogs are very kid-friendly dogs. | Labrador Retriever dogs are very kid-friendly dogs. | English Springer Spaniel dogs are kid-friendly dogs. |
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Pet Compatibility
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets? | Brittany dogs are generally with other pets. | Labrador Retriever dogs are usually friendly towards other pets. | English Springer Spaniel dogs are generally with other pets. |
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Brittany or Labrador Retriever or English Springer Spaniel? Which dog is more friendly? | Brittany dogs are average friendly towards strangers. | Labrador Retriever dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs. | English Springer Spaniel dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs. |
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Brittany or Labrador Retriever or English Springer Spaniel? | Brittany dogs are average friendly towards cats. | Labrador Retriever dogs are cat-friendly dogs. | English Springer Spaniel dogs are average friendly towards cats. |
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Brittany or Labrador Retriever or English Springer Spaniel? | Brittany dogs are very dog-friendly dogs. | Labrador Retriever dogs are very dog-friendly dogs. | English Springer Spaniel dogs are very dog-friendly dogs. |
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Brittany vs Labrador Retriever vs English Springer Spaniel? |
Yes Brittany dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality. |
Yes Labrador Retriever dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality. |
Yes English Springer Spaniel dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality. |
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office? |
No Brittany is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
No Labrador Retriever is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
No English Springer Spaniel is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people? | Brittanys are one of the best breeds for elderly people. | Labrador Retrievers are one of the best breeds for elderly people. | English Springer Spaniels are usually recommended for elderly people. |
Brittany vs Labrador Retriever vs English Springer Spaniel As a Working Dog Comparison
Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between Brittany, Labrador Retriever, and English Springer Spaniel. Which is best suited for service work? | Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. | Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. | Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. |
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Therapy Work Suitability
Compare therapy dog potential between Brittany, Labrador Retriever, and English Springer Spaniel. Which excels in therapy work? | Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. | Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. | Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. |
Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between Brittany, Labrador Retriever, and English Springer Spaniel. Which has best nose work ability? | 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. | Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work. |
Search & Rescue Potential
Compare search and rescue potential between Brittany, Labrador Retriever, and English Springer Spaniel. Which is best for SAR work? | 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. | Yes This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog. |
Maritime Work Ability
Compare boating aptitude between Brittany, Labrador Retriever, and English Springer Spaniel. Which is best suited for water work? | Not really Brittany breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. | Yes Labrador Retriever breed usually likes being on a boat. | Not really English Springer Spaniel breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. |
Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between Brittany, Labrador Retriever, and English Springer Spaniel. Which is best for draft work? | Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. | Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. | Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. |
Military Service Background
Compare military service history of Brittany, Labrador Retriever, and English Springer Spaniel. Which has most military use? | Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog. | Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog. | Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog. |
Brittany vs Labrador Retriever vs English Springer Spaniel Reproducibility Comparison
Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of Brittany, Labrador Retriever, and English Springer Spaniel. Which has most puppies? | 1-11 puppies, average 6 | 5-10 puppies | 4-10 puppies |
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Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of Brittany, Labrador Retriever, and English Springer Spaniel. Any breeding differences? | 60-64 days See more. | 60-64 days See more. | 60-64 days See more. |
Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between Brittany, Labrador Retriever, and English Springer Spaniel. What's recommended? | Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. | Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. | Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. |
Brittany vs Labrador Retriever vs English Springer Spaniel Recognition Comparison
AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for Brittany, Labrador Retriever, and English Springer Spaniel. How are they classified? | Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1934 as a Sporting breed. | Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1917 as a Sporting breed. | Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1910 as a Sporting breed. |
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FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for Brittany, Labrador Retriever, and English Springer Spaniel. How are they classified internationally? | Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the Continental Pointing Dogs section. | Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Retrievers section. | Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Flushing Dogs section. |
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of Brittany, Labrador Retriever, and English Springer Spaniel. Which has most recognition? |
American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club |
American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club Canadian Canine Registry |
American Canine Registry 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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