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Name	Canaan Dog	Dalmatian	Labrador Retriever
Origins	Middle East Lebanon - Israel	Croatia	England Canada
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Canaanite Dog	Carriage Dog Dally Firehouse Dog Plum Pudding Dog Spotted Coach Dog Dal	Lab Labrador
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Canaan Dog vs Dalmatian vs Labrador Retriever breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Canaan Dog vs Dalmatian vs Labrador Retriever Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Canaan Dog or Dalmatian or Labrador Retriever? Which is the smallest dog, Canaan Dog or Dalmatian or Labrador Retriever?	Medium	Large	Large
Weight Which is heavier, Canaan Dog or Dalmatian or Dalmatian? Canaan Dog vs Dalmatian vs Labrador Retriever weight comparison:	35-55 pounds (16-25 kg)	about 55 pounds (25 kg)	Male: 60-75 pounds (27-34kg), Female: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	45 pounds (20.5 kg)	about 55 pounds (25 kg)	Male: 67.5 pounds (30.5 kg), Female: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Canaan Dog or Dalmatian or Labrador Retriever? Canaan Dog vs Dalmatian vs Labrador Retriever height comparison:	19-24 inches (48-61 cm)	Male: 22 - 24 inches (50 – 60 cm), Female: 20 - 22 inches (50 - 55 cm)	Male: 22-24 inches (56-61cm), Female: 21-23 inches (53-58 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	21.5 inches (54.5 cm)	Male: 22 - 24 inches (50 – 60 cm), Female: 20 - 22 inches (50 - 55 cm)	Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 22 inches (55.5 cm)

Canaan Dog vs Dalmatian vs Labrador Retriever Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Canaan Dog or Dalmatian or Labrador Retriever? Which is more expensive?	$800-$1200	$500-$600	$1000-$2000
Availability Which is easier to get, Canaan Dog or Dalmatian or Labrador Retriever?	Frequent: The Canaan Dog is easier than average to get.	Very frequent: The Dalmatian is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Labrador Retriever is quite easy to get.

Canaan Dog vs Dalmatian vs Labrador Retriever Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Canaan Dog vs Dalmatian vs Labrador Retriever intelligence:	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Smart: The Dalmatian dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Outstanding: Labrador Retriever is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Canaan Dog vs Dalmatian vs Labrador Retriever trainability comparison.	Canaan Dog dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Dalmatian dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Labrador Retriever dogs are very easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Canaan Dog or Dalmatian or Labrador Retriever?	Canaan Dog dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Dalmatian dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Labrador Retriever dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Canaan Dog or Dalmatian or Labrador Retriever? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Canaan Dog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Dalmatian dogs are average defenders. See more.	Labrador Retriever dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Canaan Dog vs Dalmatian vs Labrador Retriever Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Canaan Dog or Dalmatian or Labrador Retriever? Canaan Dog vs Dalmatian vs Labrador Retriever behavior/temperament comparison:	Alert Quick Devoted Vigilant Cautious	Active Playful Energetic Sensitive Intelligent Friendly Outgoing	Playful Loving Energetic Alert Intelligent Friendly Responsive Affectionate Loyal Gentle Going Social Cheerful
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Sensitive: Labrador Retriever dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Canaan Dog vs Dalmatian vs Labrador Retriever?	Average: Canaan Dog dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	High: Dalmatian 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.
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Social Needs Canaan Dog vs Dalmatian vs Labrador Retriever social needs comparison:	Canaan Dog dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Dalmatian dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Labrador Retriever dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Canaan Dog dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Dalmatian is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Labrador Retriever dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Canaan Dog dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen. See more.	Dalmatian dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.	Labrador Retriever dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Canaan Dog vs Dalmatian vs Labrador Retriever Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Canaan Dog vs Dalmatian vs Labrador Retriever playfulness comparison:	Average: Canaan Dogs, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Dalmatian is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Labrador Retriever is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Canaan Dog vs Dalmatian vs Labrador Retriever?	Average: The Canaan Dog barks occasionally. See more.	Average: The Dalmatian barks occasionally. See more.	Average: The Labrador Retriever barks occasionally. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Canaan Dog or Dalmatian or Labrador Retriever?	Very house-friendly dog the Canaan Dog breed.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Dalmatian breed.	It is not recommended to keep the Labrador Retriever breed in the home.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Canaan Dog vs Dalmatian vs Labrador Retriever Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Canaan Dog dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Dalmatian 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: Canaan Dog or Dalmatian or Labrador Retriever?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Dalmatian 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.

Canaan Dog vs Dalmatian vs Labrador Retriever Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Canaan Dog or Dalmatian or Labrador Retriever?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Canaan Dog bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Dalmatian bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Labrador Retriever bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	Low 🔽 The Canaan Dog has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Dalmatian has a low chance of biting somebody.	Moderate ⏺ The Labrador Retriever has an average chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Canaan Dog vs Dalmatian vs Labrador Retriever mouthiness comparison:	Canaan Dog dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Dalmatian dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Labrador Retriever dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.

Canaan Dog vs Dalmatian vs Labrador Retriever Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Canaan Dog vs Dalmatian vs Labrador Retriever health comparison. Which is the healthier: Canaan Dog vs Dalmatian vs Labrador Retriever?	The Canaan Dog is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Dalmatians are commonly healthy dogs.	The Labrador Retriever is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Canaan Dog vs Dalmatian vs Labrador Retriever? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Canaan Dog vs Dalmatian vs Labrador Retriever health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Luxating Patella Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Elbow Dysplasia Degenerative Myelopathy Cryptorchidism Osteochondrosis Dissecans Lymphosarcoma	Hip Dysplasia Allergies Deafness Skin Allergies Iris Sphincter Dysplasia Urolithiasis	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Epilepsy Ear Infections Elbow Dysplasia Osteochondrosis Dissecans Tricuspid Valve Dysplasia Acute Moist Dermatitis Cold Tail Myopathy
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Canaan Dog should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Rare The Dalmatian should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Average The Labrador Retriever should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Canaan Dog vs Dalmatian vs Labrador Retriever lifespan comparison. How long do Canaan Dog, Dalmatian and Labrador Retriever breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	12-14 years The average lifespan of Canaan Dog: 13 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Dalmatian: 13 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Labrador Retriever: 11 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Canaan Dog vs Dalmatian vs Labrador Retriever?	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.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.

Canaan Dog vs Dalmatian vs Labrador Retriever Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Canaan Dog vs Dalmatian vs Labrador Retriever Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Canaan Dog or Dalmatian or Labrador Retriever?	Recommended daily amount: 1.5 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	Recommended daily amount: 1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	Recommended daily amount: 2.5 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Canaan Dog vs Dalmatian vs Labrador Retriever weight gain potential comparison:	Low to Average: The Canaan Dog has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Dalmatian's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	High: The Labrador Retriever breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Canaan Dog vs Dalmatian vs Labrador Retriever Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Canaan Dog vs Dalmatian vs Labrador Retriever coat comparison:	Dense	Fine	Dense Waterproof Hard Short
Colors What are the original Canaan Dog, Dalmatian and Labrador Retriever color?	Black Tan Red Cream White Golden Liver	Black White Brown Liver	Black Yellow Chocolate
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Canaan Dog or Dalmatian or Labrador Retriever? Canaan Dog vs Dalmatian vs Labrador Retriever grooming comparison:	Effortless: The Canaan Dog requires minimal grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Dalmatian requires minimal grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Labrador Retriever requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Canaan Dog or Dalmatian or Labrador Retriever? Canaan Dog or Dalmatian or {name3 shedding:	Canaan Dog dogs shed moderately. See more.	Dalmatian dogs are heavy shedders. See more.	Labrador Retriever dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Canaan Dog or Dalmatian or Labrador Retriever?	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Hypoallergenic Canaan Dog vs Dalmatian vs Labrador Retriever hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Canaan Dog vs Dalmatian vs Labrador Retriever?	Medium ⏺ The Canaan Dog has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Dalmatian has a low 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 Canaan Dog is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Dalmatian is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Labrador Retriever is an average drooler. See more.

Canaan Dog vs Dalmatian vs Labrador Retriever Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Canaan Dog dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.	Dalmatian dogs are generally with other pets.	Labrador Retriever dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Canaan Dog or Dalmatian or Labrador Retriever? Which dog is more friendly?	Canaan Dog dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Dalmatian dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Labrador Retriever dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Canaan Dog or Dalmatian or Labrador Retriever?	Canaan Dog dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Dalmatian dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Labrador Retriever dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Canaan Dog or Dalmatian or Labrador Retriever?	Canaan Dog dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Dalmatian dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Labrador Retriever dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Canaan Dog or Dalmatian or Labrador Retriever?	Canaan Dog dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Dalmatian dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Labrador Retriever dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Canaan Dog vs Dalmatian vs Labrador Retriever?	Yes Canaan Dog dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Dalmatian 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 Canaan Dog is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Dalmatian 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?	Canaan Dogs are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Dalmatians are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Labrador Retrievers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Canaan Dog vs Dalmatian vs Labrador Retriever As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	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: Canaan Dog or Dalmatian or Labrador Retriever? 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.	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: Canaan Dog vs Dalmatian vs Labrador Retriever?	Not really Canaan Dog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Dalmatian breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Yes Labrador Retriever breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.
Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?	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.

Canaan Dog vs Dalmatian vs Labrador Retriever Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.
Litter Size How many puppies can Canaan Dog and Dalmatian and Labrador Retriever have?	4-6 puppies	6-9 puppies	5-10 puppies
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Canaan Dog vs Dalmatian vs Labrador Retriever Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1997 as a Herding breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1888 as a Non-Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1917 as a Sporting breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Primitive type section.	Recognized by FCI in the Scent hounds and related breeds group, in the Related breeds section.	Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Retrievers section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	American Kennel Club Canadian Kennel Club Federation Cynologique Internationale Continental Kennel Club National 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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