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Bull Arab vs Labrador Retriever vs Irish Wolfhound Comparison - Dog breed selector: Australian Pig Dog or Lab or Cu Faoil? Find the right dog for you

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Name Bull Arab Labrador Retriever Irish Wolfhound
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Australian Pig Dog
Aussie Pig Dog
Lab
Labrador
Cu Faoil
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Bull Arab vs Labrador Retriever vs Irish Wolfhound breed type comparison:
Cross Breed Purebred Purebred

Bull Arab vs Labrador Retriever vs Irish Wolfhound Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Bull Arab or Labrador Retriever or Irish Wolfhound? Which is the smallest dog, Bull Arab or Labrador Retriever or Irish Wolfhound?
Large Large Giant
Weight
Which is heavier, Bull Arab or Labrador Retriever or Labrador Retriever? Bull Arab vs Labrador Retriever vs Irish Wolfhound weight comparison:
70.5-92.5 pounds (32-42 kg) Male: 60-75 pounds (27-34kg), Female: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg) 90-150 pounds (40-69 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
70.5-92.5 pounds (37 kg) Male: 67.5 pounds (30.5 kg), Female: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg) 120 pounds (54.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Bull Arab or Labrador Retriever or Irish Wolfhound? Bull Arab vs Labrador Retriever vs Irish Wolfhound height comparison:
Male: 25-27 inches (63–69 cm), Female: 24-26 inches (61–66 cm) Male: 22-24 inches (56-61cm), Female: 21-23 inches (53-58 cm) 28-35 inches (71-90 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 26 inches (63–69 cm), Female: 25 inches (61–66 cm) Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 22 inches (55.5 cm) 31.5 inches (80.5 cm)

Bull Arab vs Labrador Retriever vs Irish Wolfhound Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Bull Arab or Labrador Retriever or Irish Wolfhound? Which is more expensive?
$300-$400 $1000-$2000 $1800-$2000
Availability
Which is easier to get, Bull Arab or Labrador Retriever or Irish Wolfhound?
Average: The Bull Arab is a commonly available dog breed.
Very frequent: The Labrador Retriever is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Irish Wolfhound is quite easy to get.

Bull Arab vs Labrador Retriever vs Irish Wolfhound Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Bull Arab vs Labrador Retriever vs Irish Wolfhound 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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Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Trainability
Bull Arab vs Labrador Retriever vs Irish Wolfhound trainability comparison.
Bull Arab dogs are quite easy to train.
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Labrador Retriever dogs are very easy to train.
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Irish Wolfhound dogs are quite easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Bull Arab or Labrador Retriever or Irish Wolfhound?
Bull Arab dogs are good watchdogs.
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Labrador Retriever dogs are average watchdogs.
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Irish Wolfhound dogs are average watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Bull Arab or Labrador Retriever or Irish Wolfhound? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Bull Arab dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Labrador Retriever dogs are average defenders.
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Irish Wolfhound dogs can't provide protection for their territory.
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Bull Arab vs Labrador Retriever vs Irish Wolfhound Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Bull Arab or Labrador Retriever or Irish Wolfhound? Bull Arab vs Labrador Retriever vs Irish Wolfhound behavior/temperament comparison:
Active
Independent
Tempered
Kind
Playful
Loving
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Affectionate
Loyal
Gentle
Going
Social
Cheerful
Dignified
Intelligent
Patient
Loyal
Tempered
Sweet
Generous
Thoughtful
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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Irish Wolfhound dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Bull Arab vs Labrador Retriever vs Irish Wolfhound?
Average to High: Bull Arab dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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Slightly Below Average: Labrador Retriever dogs may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence.
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High: Irish Wolfhound dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Bull Arab vs Labrador Retriever vs Irish Wolfhound social needs comparison:
Bull Arab dogs are a social breed.
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Labrador Retriever dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Irish Wolfhound dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Bull Arab dogs tend to escape less than other breeds.
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Labrador Retriever dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Irish Wolfhound dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Bull Arab dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Labrador Retriever dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals.
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Irish Wolfhound dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Bull Arab vs Labrador Retriever vs Irish Wolfhound Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Bull Arab vs Labrador Retriever vs Irish Wolfhound playfulness comparison:
Average: Bull Arabs, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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The Labrador Retriever is a highly playful breed.
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Average: Irish Wolfhounds, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Bull Arab vs Labrador Retriever vs Irish Wolfhound?
Average: The Bull Arab barks occasionally.
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Average: The Labrador Retriever barks occasionally.
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Low to Average: The Irish Wolfhound rarely barks.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Bull Arab or Labrador Retriever or Irish Wolfhound?
Apartment-friendly dog the Bull Arab breed.
It is not recommended to keep the Labrador Retriever breed in the home.
It is not recommended to keep the Irish Wolfhound breed in the home.

Bull Arab vs Labrador Retriever vs Irish Wolfhound Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
Average: Bull Arab dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Labrador Retriever dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Irish Wolfhound dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Bull Arab or Labrador Retriever or Irish Wolfhound?
Bull Arab dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.
Labrador Retriever dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Bull Arab vs Labrador Retriever vs Irish Wolfhound Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Bull Arab or Labrador Retriever or Irish Wolfhound?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Bull Arab bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Labrador Retriever bite force: Ordinary.

Above 400 PSI 🔼

Irish Wolfhound bite force: The Strongest.
Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:

High 🔼

The Bull Arab has a high chance of biting somebody.

Moderate

The Labrador Retriever has an average chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Irish Wolfhound has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Bull Arab vs Labrador Retriever vs Irish Wolfhound mouthiness comparison:
Bull Arab dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Labrador Retriever dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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Irish Wolfhound dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Bull Arab vs Labrador Retriever vs Irish Wolfhound Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Bull Arab vs Labrador Retriever vs Irish Wolfhound health comparison. Which is the healthier: Bull Arab vs Labrador Retriever vs Irish Wolfhound?
Bull Arabs 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.
Very healthy dog breed.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Bull Arab vs Labrador Retriever vs Irish Wolfhound? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Bull Arab vs Labrador Retriever vs Irish Wolfhound health problems comparison:
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Bloat
Epilepsy
Heart Problems
Elbow Dysplasia
Arthritis
Eye Diseases
Skin Diseases
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
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Bloat
Drug Sensitivity
Elbow Dysplasia
Osteochondrosis Dissecans
Osteosarcoma
Dilated Cardiomyopathy
Fibrocartilaginous Embolic Myelopathy
Liver Shunt
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Frequent
The Bull Arab 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.
Rare
The Irish Wolfhound should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Life Expectancy
Bull Arab vs Labrador Retriever vs Irish Wolfhound lifespan comparison. How long do Bull Arab, Labrador Retriever and Irish Wolfhound breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Bull Arab: 13 years
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Labrador Retriever: 11 years
6-10 years
The average lifespan of Irish Wolfhound: 8 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Bull Arab vs Labrador Retriever vs Irish Wolfhound?
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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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 average to cold weather conditions
The Irish Wolfhound can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Bull Arab vs Labrador Retriever vs Irish Wolfhound Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Bull Arab vs Labrador Retriever vs Irish Wolfhound Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Bull Arab or Labrador Retriever or Irish Wolfhound?
3 to 4 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. 8 to 10 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Bull Arab vs Labrador Retriever vs Irish Wolfhound weight gain potential comparison:
Average: The Bull Arab has an average risk for obesity.
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High: The Labrador Retriever breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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Average: The Irish Wolfhound has an average risk for obesity.
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Bull Arab vs Labrador Retriever vs Irish Wolfhound Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Bull Arab vs Labrador Retriever vs Irish Wolfhound coat comparison:
Smooth Dense
Waterproof
Hard
Short
Wiry
Rough
Colors
What are the original Bull Arab, Labrador Retriever and Irish Wolfhound color?
Black
Tan
Red
Blue
Silver
Brindle
Liver
Black
Yellow
Chocolate
Black
Gray
Red
Blue
Cream
White
Silver
Wheaten
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Bull Arab or Labrador Retriever or Irish Wolfhound? Bull Arab vs Labrador Retriever vs Irish Wolfhound grooming comparison:
Easy to groom: The Bull Arab doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Effortless: The Labrador Retriever requires minimal grooming.
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Average: The Irish Wolfhound requires average grooming effort.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Bull Arab or Labrador Retriever or Irish Wolfhound? Bull Arab or Labrador Retriever or {name3 shedding:
Bull Arab dogs shed moderately.
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Labrador Retriever dogs shed moderately.
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Irish Wolfhound dogs shed moderately.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Bull Arab or Labrador Retriever or Irish Wolfhound?
4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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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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8-12 weeks
Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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Hypoallergenic
Bull Arab vs Labrador Retriever vs Irish Wolfhound 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, Bull Arab vs Labrador Retriever vs Irish Wolfhound?

Medium

The Bull Arab has an average chance of bad smell.

High 🔼

The Labrador Retriever has a high chance of bad smell.

Medium

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

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

Bull Arab vs Labrador Retriever vs Irish Wolfhound 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: Bull Arab or Labrador Retriever or Irish Wolfhound? 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: Bull Arab vs Labrador Retriever vs Irish Wolfhound?

Not really

Bull Arab 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

Irish Wolfhound 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?

Not really

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

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

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

Not really

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

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.

Bull Arab vs Labrador Retriever vs Irish Wolfhound 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 Bull Arab and Labrador Retriever and Irish Wolfhound have?
8-10 puppies 5-10 puppies 3-4 puppies

Bull Arab vs Labrador Retriever vs Irish Wolfhound Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1917 as a Sporting breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1897 as a Hound breed.
FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI?
Not recognized by FCI. Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Retrievers section. Recognized by FCI in the Sighthounds group, in the Rough-haired Sighthounds section.
Breed Recognition
What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?
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
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
Irish Wolfhound Club Of America

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