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Name	Cairn Terrier	Labrador Retriever	Poodle
Origins	Scotland	England Canada	Germany France
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Toto Dog Cairn	Lab Labrador	Barbone Caniche Chien Canne Grosse Pudel French Poodle
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Cairn Terrier vs Labrador Retriever vs Poodle breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Cairn Terrier vs Labrador Retriever vs Poodle Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Cairn Terrier or Labrador Retriever or Poodle? Which is the smallest dog, Cairn Terrier or Labrador Retriever or Poodle?	Small	Large	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Cairn Terrier or Labrador Retriever or Labrador Retriever? Cairn Terrier vs Labrador Retriever vs Poodle weight comparison:	Male: 14-18 pounds (6-8 kg), Female: 13-17 pounds (6-8 kg)	Male: 60-75 pounds (27-34kg), Female: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg)	Male: 45-70 pounds (20-32 kg), Female: 45-60 pounds (20-27 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 16 pounds (7 kg), Female: 15 pounds (7 kg)	Male: 67.5 pounds (30.5 kg), Female: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg)	Male: 57.5 pounds (26 kg), Female: 52.5 pounds (23.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Cairn Terrier or Labrador Retriever or Poodle? Cairn Terrier vs Labrador Retriever vs Poodle height comparison:	Male: 10-13 inches (25-33 cm), Female: 9-12 inches (23-30 cm)	Male: 22-24 inches (56-61cm), Female: 21-23 inches (53-58 cm)	15 inches (38 cm) or more
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 11.5 inches (29 cm), Female: 10.5 inches (26.5 cm)	Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 22 inches (55.5 cm)	15 inches (38 cm) or more

Cairn Terrier vs Labrador Retriever vs Poodle Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Cairn Terrier or Labrador Retriever or Poodle? Which is more expensive?	$700-$1000	$1000-$2000	$1000-$1500
Availability Which is easier to get, Cairn Terrier or Labrador Retriever or Poodle?	Very frequent: The Cairn Terrier is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Labrador Retriever is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Poodle is quite easy to get.

Cairn Terrier vs Labrador Retriever vs Poodle Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Cairn Terrier vs Labrador Retriever vs Poodle intelligence:	Smart: The Cairn Terrier dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Outstanding: Labrador Retriever is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Outstanding: Poodle is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Cairn Terrier vs Labrador Retriever vs Poodle trainability comparison.	Cairn Terrier dogs are easy to train. See more.	Labrador Retriever dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Poodle dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Cairn Terrier or Labrador Retriever or Poodle?	Cairn Terrier dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Labrador Retriever dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Poodle dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Cairn Terrier or Labrador Retriever or Poodle? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Cairn Terrier dogs are average defenders. See more.	Labrador Retriever dogs are average defenders. See more.	Poodle dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
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Cairn Terrier vs Labrador Retriever vs Poodle Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Cairn Terrier or Labrador Retriever or Poodle? Cairn Terrier vs Labrador Retriever vs Poodle behavior/temperament comparison:	Active Courageous Intelligent Fearless Assertive	Playful Loving Energetic Alert Intelligent Friendly Responsive Affectionate Loyal Gentle Going Social Cheerful	Active Alert Intelligent Trainable Faithful Instinctual
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Cairn Terrier 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.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Cairn Terrier vs Labrador Retriever vs Poodle?	High: Cairn Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Slightly Below Average: Labrador Retriever dogs may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence. See more.	High: Poodle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Cairn Terrier vs Labrador Retriever vs Poodle social needs comparison:	Cairn Terrier dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Labrador Retriever dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Poodle dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Cairn Terrier dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Labrador Retriever dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Poodle dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Cairn Terrier dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. 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.	Poodle 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

Cairn Terrier vs Labrador Retriever vs Poodle Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Cairn Terrier vs Labrador Retriever vs Poodle playfulness comparison:	The Cairn Terrier is a playful breed. See more.	The Labrador Retriever is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Poodle is a playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Cairn Terrier vs Labrador Retriever vs Poodle?	A lot: Cairn Terrier is a particularly loud breed. See more.	Average: The Labrador Retriever barks occasionally. See more.	Average to High: The Poodle is a vocal breed. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Cairn Terrier or Labrador Retriever or Poodle?	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 Cairn Terrier indoors.	It is not recommended to keep the Labrador Retriever breed in the home.	Very house-friendly dog the Poodle breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Cairn Terrier vs Labrador Retriever vs Poodle Adaptability and Independence Comparison

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

Cairn Terrier vs Labrador Retriever vs Poodle Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Cairn Terrier or Labrador Retriever or Poodle?	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Cairn Terrier bite force: Weak.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Labrador Retriever bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Poodle 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 Cairn Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.	Moderate ⏺ The Labrador Retriever has an average chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Poodle has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Cairn Terrier vs Labrador Retriever vs Poodle mouthiness comparison:	Cairn Terrier dogs have an 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.	Poodle dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Cairn Terrier vs Labrador Retriever vs Poodle Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Cairn Terrier vs Labrador Retriever vs Poodle health comparison. Which is the healthier: Cairn Terrier vs Labrador Retriever vs Poodle?	Cairn 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.	The Poodle 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: Cairn Terrier vs Labrador Retriever vs Poodle? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Cairn Terrier vs Labrador Retriever vs Poodle health problems comparison:	Cataracts Legg-perthes Disease Luxating Patella Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Cryptorchidism Glaucoma Craniomandibular Osteopathy Globoid Cell Leukodystrophy Microvascular Dysplasia Portosystemic Vascular Anomaly (PSVA)	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Epilepsy Ear Infections Elbow Dysplasia Osteochondrosis Dissecans Tricuspid Valve Dysplasia Acute Moist Dermatitis Cold Tail Myopathy	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Legg-perthes Disease Patellar Luxation Allergies Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Bloat Epilepsy Sebaceous Adenitis Ear Infections Addison's Disease Cushing's Syndrome Runny Eyes Canine Atrial Septal Defect (asd) Neonatal Encephalopathy (news) Optic Nerve Hypoplasia Premature Graying
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Frequent The Cairn 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.	Average The Poodle should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy Cairn Terrier vs Labrador Retriever vs Poodle lifespan comparison. How long do Cairn Terrier, Labrador Retriever and Poodle breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	11-15 years The average lifespan of Cairn Terrier: 13 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Labrador Retriever: 11 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Poodle: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Cairn Terrier vs Labrador Retriever vs Poodle?	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Cairn Terrier 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.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.

Cairn Terrier vs Labrador Retriever vs Poodle Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Cairn Terrier or Labrador Retriever or Poodle? Cairn Terrier vs Labrador Retriever vs Poodle energy level comparison:	Cairn Terrier dogs are high-energy dogs.	Labrador Retriever dogs are high-energy dogs.	Poodle dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Cairn Terrier vs Labrador Retriever vs Poodle exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Cairn Terrier or Labrador Retriever or Poodle? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Cairn Terrier dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Labrador Retriever dogs need a lot of exercises.	Poodle dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Cairn Terrier or Labrador Retriever or Poodle?	Cairn Terrier dogs don't need too much sleep.	Labrador Retriever dogs don't need too much sleep.	Poodle dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Cairn Terrier vs Labrador Retriever vs Poodle Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Cairn Terrier or Labrador Retriever or Poodle?	0.5 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.	2 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? Cairn Terrier vs Labrador Retriever vs Poodle weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Cairn Terrier has an average risk for obesity. See more.	High: The Labrador Retriever breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Poodle's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
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Cairn Terrier vs Labrador Retriever vs Poodle Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Cairn Terrier vs Labrador Retriever vs Poodle coat comparison:	Waterproof	Dense Waterproof Hard Short	Curly
Colors What are the original Cairn Terrier, Labrador Retriever and Poodle color?	Black Gray Red Cream Silver Brindle Wheaten	Black Yellow Chocolate	Black Gray Red Blue Cream White Silver Brown Fawn Beige Apricot
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Cairn Terrier or Labrador Retriever or Poodle? Cairn Terrier vs Labrador Retriever vs Poodle grooming comparison:	Average: The Cairn Terrier requires average grooming effort. See more.	Effortless: The Labrador Retriever requires minimal grooming. See more.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Cairn Terrier or Labrador Retriever or Poodle? Cairn Terrier or Labrador Retriever or {name3 shedding:	Cairn Terrier dogs shed moderately. See more.	Labrador Retriever dogs shed moderately. See more.	Poodle dogs shed none to minimal. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Cairn Terrier or Labrador Retriever or Poodle?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. 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.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Hypoallergenic Cairn Terrier vs Labrador Retriever vs Poodle hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	Yes See more.	No See more.	Yes See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Cairn Terrier vs Labrador Retriever vs Poodle?	Medium ⏺ The Cairn Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.	High 🔼 The Labrador Retriever has a high chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Poodle has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Cairn Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Labrador Retriever is an average drooler. See more.	The Poodle is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Cairn Terrier vs Labrador Retriever vs Poodle Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Cairn Terrier dogs are generally with other pets.	Labrador Retriever dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Poodle dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Cairn Terrier or Labrador Retriever or Poodle? Which dog is more friendly?	Cairn Terrier dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Labrador Retriever dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	Poodle dogs are 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 Cairn Terrier or Labrador Retriever or Poodle?	Cairn Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Labrador Retriever dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Poodle dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Cairn Terrier or Labrador Retriever or Poodle?	Cairn Terrier dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Labrador Retriever dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Poodle dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Cairn Terrier or Labrador Retriever or Poodle?	Cairn Terrier dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Labrador Retriever dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Poodle dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Cairn Terrier vs Labrador Retriever vs Poodle?	Yes Cairn 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.	Yes Poodle dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	Yes Cairn Terrier is one of the best dog breeds for office environment	No Labrador Retriever is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Poodle is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Cairn Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.	Labrador Retrievers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Poodles are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Cairn Terrier vs Labrador Retriever vs Poodle 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.	Yes This breed makes good 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: Cairn Terrier or Labrador Retriever or Poodle? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.
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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: Cairn Terrier vs Labrador Retriever vs Poodle?	Not really Cairn Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Yes Labrador Retriever breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Yes Poodle breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.
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. 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	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.

Cairn Terrier vs Labrador Retriever vs Poodle 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 Cairn Terrier and Labrador Retriever and Poodle have?	2-10 puppies	5-10 puppies	2-4 puppies
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Cairn Terrier vs Labrador Retriever vs Poodle Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1913 as a Terrier breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1917 as a Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1887 as a Non-Sporting & Toy breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Small sized Terriers section.	Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Retrievers section.	Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Poodle 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 Club Espanol De Terriers	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club Canadian Canine Registry	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club Canadian Canine Registry

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