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Bullmastiff vs Airedale Terrier vs Labrador Retriever Comparison - Dog breed selector: Bullie or Bingley Terrier or Lab? Find the right dog for you

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Name Bullmastiff Airedale Terrier Labrador Retriever
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Bullie
Bully
Bingley Terrier
Irish Red Terrier
Waterside Terrier
Lab
Labrador
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Bullmastiff vs Airedale Terrier vs Labrador Retriever breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Bullmastiff vs Airedale Terrier vs Labrador Retriever Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Bullmastiff or Airedale Terrier or Labrador Retriever? Which is the smallest dog, Bullmastiff or Airedale Terrier or Labrador Retriever?
Large Medium Large
Weight
Which is heavier, Bullmastiff or Airedale Terrier or Airedale Terrier? Bullmastiff vs Airedale Terrier vs Labrador Retriever weight comparison:
Male: 110-133 pounds (50–60 kg), Female: 100-120 pounds (45-55 kg) Male: 50-65 pounds (23-29 kg), Female: 40-45 pounds (18-20 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: 121.5 pounds (50–60 kg), Female: 110 pounds (50 kg) Male: 57.5 pounds (26 kg), Female: 42.5 pounds (19 kg) Male: 67.5 pounds (30.5 kg), Female: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Bullmastiff or Airedale Terrier or Labrador Retriever? Bullmastiff vs Airedale Terrier vs Labrador Retriever height comparison:
Male: 25-27 inches (63–69 cm), Female: 24-26 inches (61–66 cm) Male: 22-24 inches (56-61 cm), Female: 22-23 inches (56-58 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: 26 inches (63–69 cm), Female: 25 inches (61–66 cm) Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 22.5 inches (57 cm) Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 22 inches (55.5 cm)

Bullmastiff vs Airedale Terrier vs Labrador Retriever Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Bullmastiff or Airedale Terrier or Labrador Retriever? Which is more expensive?
$1200-$1500 $600-$800 $1000-$2000
Availability
Which is easier to get, Bullmastiff or Airedale Terrier or Labrador Retriever?
Very frequent: The Bullmastiff is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Airedale Terrier is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Labrador Retriever is quite easy to get.

Bullmastiff vs Airedale Terrier vs Labrador Retriever Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

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

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Bullmastiff or Airedale Terrier or Labrador Retriever? Bullmastiff vs Airedale Terrier vs Labrador Retriever behavior/temperament comparison:
Protective
Alert
Powerful
Courageous
Docile
Reliable
Loyal
Devoted
Calm
Playful
Energetic
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Outgoing
Obedient
Loyal
Adaptable
Brave
Balanced
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.
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Airedale Terrier dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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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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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Bullmastiff vs Airedale Terrier vs Labrador Retriever?
Average: Bullmastiff dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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Average to High: Airedale Terrier 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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Social Needs
Bullmastiff vs Airedale Terrier vs Labrador Retriever social needs comparison:
Bullmastiff dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Airedale Terrier dogs are a social breed.
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Labrador Retriever dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Bullmastiff dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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The wanderlust potential of the Airedale Terrier is strong enough to escape from home.
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Labrador Retriever dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Bullmastiff 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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Airedale Terrier dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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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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Bullmastiff vs Airedale Terrier vs Labrador Retriever Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Bullmastiff vs Airedale Terrier vs Labrador Retriever playfulness comparison:
Bullmastiffs are not the most playful dog breed.
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The Airedale Terrier is a highly playful breed.
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The Labrador Retriever is a highly playful breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Bullmastiff vs Airedale Terrier vs Labrador Retriever?
Low: The Bullmastiff barks none to minimal.
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Average: The Airedale Terrier barks occasionally.
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Average: The Labrador Retriever barks occasionally.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Bullmastiff or Airedale Terrier or Labrador Retriever?
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 Bullmastiff indoors.
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 Airedale Terrier indoors.
It is not recommended to keep the Labrador Retriever breed in the home.

Bullmastiff vs Airedale Terrier vs Labrador Retriever Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
Average: Bullmastiff dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Airedale Terrier dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Labrador Retriever dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Bullmastiff or Airedale Terrier or Labrador Retriever?
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.
Airedale Terrier 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.

Bullmastiff vs Airedale Terrier vs Labrador Retriever Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Bullmastiff or Airedale Terrier or Labrador Retriever?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Bullmastiff bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Airedale Terrier bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Labrador Retriever bite force: Ordinary.
Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:

Low 🔽

The Bullmastiff has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Airedale Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.

Moderate

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

Health Issues
Bullmastiff vs Airedale Terrier vs Labrador Retriever health comparison. Which is the healthier: Bullmastiff vs Airedale Terrier vs Labrador Retriever?
Very healthy dog breed.
Airedale Terriers 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.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Bullmastiff vs Airedale Terrier vs Labrador Retriever? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Bullmastiff vs Airedale Terrier vs Labrador Retriever health problems comparison:
Cancer
Hypothyroidism
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Heart Problems
Entropion
Kidney Issues
Hemangiosarcoma
Lymphosarcoma
Osteosarcoma
Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Cancer
Hypothyroidism
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Umbilical Hernias
Von Willebrand's Disease
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Bloat
Epilepsy
Ear Infections
Elbow Dysplasia
Osteochondrosis Dissecans
Tricuspid Valve Dysplasia
Acute Moist Dermatitis
Cold Tail
Myopathy
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Rare
The Bullmastiff should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Frequent
The Airedale Terrier 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.
Life Expectancy
Bullmastiff vs Airedale Terrier vs Labrador Retriever lifespan comparison. How long do Bullmastiff, Airedale Terrier and Labrador Retriever breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
8-10 years
The average lifespan of Bullmastiff: 9 years
9-13 years
The average lifespan of Airedale Terrier: 11 years
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Labrador Retriever: 11 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Bullmastiff vs Airedale Terrier vs Labrador Retriever?
Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Bullmastiff can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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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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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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Bullmastiff vs Airedale Terrier vs Labrador Retriever Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Bullmastiff or Airedale Terrier or Labrador Retriever? Bullmastiff vs Airedale Terrier vs Labrador Retriever energy level comparison:
Bullmastiff dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.
Airedale Terrier dogs are high-energy dogs.
Labrador Retriever dogs are high-energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Bullmastiff vs Airedale Terrier vs Labrador Retriever exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Bullmastiff or Airedale Terrier or Labrador Retriever? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Bullmastiff dogs exercise need is minimal.
Airedale Terrier dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Labrador Retriever dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Bullmastiff or Airedale Terrier or Labrador Retriever?
Bullmastiff dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.
Airedale Terrier dogs don't need too much sleep.
Labrador Retriever dogs don't need too much sleep.

Bullmastiff vs Airedale Terrier vs Labrador Retriever Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Bullmastiff or Airedale Terrier or Labrador Retriever?
3 to 4.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 1.5 to 2.5 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.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Bullmastiff vs Airedale Terrier vs Labrador Retriever weight gain potential comparison:
High: The Bullmastiff breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Airedale Terrier'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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Bullmastiff vs Airedale Terrier vs Labrador Retriever Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Bullmastiff vs Airedale Terrier vs Labrador Retriever coat comparison:
Rough Wiry
Dense
Rough
Dense
Waterproof
Hard
Short
Colors
What are the original Bullmastiff, Airedale Terrier and Labrador Retriever color?
Red
Fawn
Brindle
Black
Tan
Grizzle
Black
Yellow
Chocolate
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Bullmastiff or Airedale Terrier or Labrador Retriever? Bullmastiff vs Airedale Terrier vs Labrador Retriever grooming comparison:
Easy to groom: The Bullmastiff doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Advanced: The Airedale Terrier requires a lot of grooming.
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Effortless: The Labrador Retriever requires minimal grooming.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Bullmastiff or Airedale Terrier or Labrador Retriever? Bullmastiff or Airedale Terrier or {name3 shedding:
Bullmastiff dogs shed moderately.
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Airedale Terrier dogs are low shedders.
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Labrador Retriever dogs shed moderately.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Bullmastiff or Airedale Terrier or Labrador Retriever?
4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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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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Hypoallergenic
Bullmastiff vs Airedale Terrier vs Labrador Retriever 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, Bullmastiff vs Airedale Terrier vs Labrador Retriever?

High 🔼

The Bullmastiff has a high chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Airedale Terrier 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 Bullmastiff is a big drooler, so if you're disgusted by slobber spots on your clothes, you should choose a dog from another breed.
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The Airedale Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Labrador Retriever is an average drooler.
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Bullmastiff vs Airedale Terrier vs Labrador Retriever Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Bullmastiff dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Airedale Terrier dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Labrador Retriever dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Bullmastiff or Airedale Terrier or Labrador Retriever? Which dog is more friendly?
Bullmastiff dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Airedale Terrier dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Labrador Retriever dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Bullmastiff or Airedale Terrier or Labrador Retriever?
Bullmastiff dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Airedale Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Labrador Retriever dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Bullmastiff or Airedale Terrier or Labrador Retriever?
Bullmastiff dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Airedale Terrier dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Labrador Retriever dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Bullmastiff or Airedale Terrier or Labrador Retriever?
Bullmastiff dogs are not dog-friendly.
Airedale Terrier dogs are not dog-friendly.
Labrador Retriever dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Bullmastiff vs Airedale Terrier vs Labrador Retriever?
Yes
Bullmastiff dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Airedale Terrier 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.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
Bullmastiff is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Airedale Terrier 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?
Bullmastiffs are usually recommended for elderly people.
Airedale Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.
Labrador Retrievers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Bullmastiff vs Airedale Terrier 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.
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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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Therapy Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: Bullmastiff or Airedale Terrier or Labrador Retriever? Which is better for autism?

Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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Yes

This breed makes a perfect 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.

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: Bullmastiff vs Airedale Terrier vs Labrador Retriever?

Not really

Bullmastiff breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Airedale Terrier 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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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

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.

Bullmastiff vs Airedale Terrier 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.
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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 Bullmastiff and Airedale Terrier and Labrador Retriever have?
4-13 puppies, average 8 7-9 puppies 5-10 puppies

Bullmastiff vs Airedale Terrier vs Labrador Retriever Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1934 as a Working breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1888 as a Terrier 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 Terriers group, in the Large and medium sized Terriers 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
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

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