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Name	Cane Corso	Maltipoo	Labrador Retriever
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Cane Di Macellaio Cane Corz	Maltapoo Malt-A-Poo Malte-Poo Maltese-Poodle MaltiPoodle Malt-oodles Moodle mPoo Multapoo Multipoo Multi-Poo Maltepoo	Lab Labrador
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Cane Corso vs Maltipoo vs Labrador Retriever breed type comparison:	Purebred	Cross Breed	Purebred

Cane Corso vs Maltipoo vs Labrador Retriever Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Cane Corso or Maltipoo or Labrador Retriever? Which is the smallest dog, Cane Corso or Maltipoo or Labrador Retriever?	Large	Small Medium	Large
Weight Which is heavier, Cane Corso or Maltipoo or Maltipoo? Cane Corso vs Maltipoo vs Labrador Retriever weight comparison:	Male: 99-110 pounds (45-50 kg), Female: 88-99 pounds (40-45 kg)	5-20 pounds (2,5-9 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: 104.5 pounds (47.5 kg), Female: 93.5 pounds (42.5 kg)	12.5 pounds (5,5 kg)	Male: 67.5 pounds (30.5 kg), Female: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Cane Corso or Maltipoo or Labrador Retriever? Cane Corso vs Maltipoo vs Labrador Retriever height comparison:	Male: 24-27 inches (64-68 cm), Female: 23-25 inches (60-64 cm)	10-13 inches (25-33 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: 25.5 inches (66 cm), Female: 24 inches (62 cm)	11.5 inches (27 cm)	Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 22 inches (55.5 cm)

Cane Corso vs Maltipoo vs Labrador Retriever Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Cane Corso or Maltipoo or Labrador Retriever? Which is more expensive?	$1500-$2000	$400-$2000	$1000-$2000
Availability Which is easier to get, Cane Corso or Maltipoo or Labrador Retriever?	Very frequent: The Cane Corso is quite easy to get.	Frequent: The Maltipoo is easier than average to get.	Very frequent: The Labrador Retriever is quite easy to get.

Cane Corso vs Maltipoo vs Labrador Retriever Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Cane Corso vs Maltipoo vs Labrador Retriever intelligence:	Smart: The Cane Corso dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Smart: The Maltipoo dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Outstanding: Labrador Retriever is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Cane Corso vs Maltipoo vs Labrador Retriever trainability comparison.	Cane Corso dogs are easy to train. See more.	Maltipoo dogs are 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: Cane Corso or Maltipoo or Labrador Retriever?	Cane Corso dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Maltipoo dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Labrador Retriever dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Cane Corso or Maltipoo or Labrador Retriever? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Cane Corso dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Maltipoo dogs are average defenders. See more.	Labrador Retriever dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Cane Corso vs Maltipoo vs Labrador Retriever Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Cane Corso or Maltipoo or Labrador Retriever? Cane Corso vs Maltipoo vs Labrador Retriever behavior/temperament comparison:	Courageous Loyal Social Cheerful Quiet	Active Funny Intelligent Affectionate Obedient Companionable	Playful Loving Energetic Alert Intelligent Friendly Responsive Affectionate Loyal Gentle Going Social Cheerful
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Cane Corso dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. 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: Cane Corso vs Maltipoo vs Labrador Retriever?	Average: Cane Corso dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	High: Maltipoo 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.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Cane Corso vs Maltipoo vs Labrador Retriever social needs comparison:	Cane Corso dogs are a social breed. See more.	Maltipoo dogs are a social breed. 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?	Cane Corso dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Maltipoo 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?	Cane Corso dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Maltipoo 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

Cane Corso vs Maltipoo vs Labrador Retriever Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Cane Corso vs Maltipoo vs Labrador Retriever playfulness comparison:	Average: Cane Corsos, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Maltipoo is a playful breed. See more.	The Labrador Retriever is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Cane Corso vs Maltipoo vs Labrador Retriever?	Low: The Cane Corso barks none to minimal. See more.	A lot: Maltipoo is a particularly loud breed. 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 Cane Corso or Maltipoo or Labrador Retriever?	It is not recommended to keep the Cane Corso breed in the home.	Very house-friendly dog the Maltipoo 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

Cane Corso vs Maltipoo vs Labrador Retriever Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Cane Corso dogs don't adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Maltipoo dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different 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: Cane Corso or Maltipoo or Labrador Retriever?	Cane Corso 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.	Maltipoo 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.

Cane Corso vs Maltipoo vs Labrador Retriever Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Cane Corso vs Maltipoo vs Labrador Retriever Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Cane Corso vs Maltipoo vs Labrador Retriever health comparison. Which is the healthier: Cane Corso vs Maltipoo vs Labrador Retriever?	Cane Corsos are commonly healthy dogs.	Maltipoos 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.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Cane Corso vs Maltipoo vs Labrador Retriever? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Cane Corso vs Maltipoo vs Labrador Retriever health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Bloat Entropion Cherry Eye Ectropion Arthritis Demodectic Mange	Legg-perthes Disease Patellar Luxation Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Portosystemic Liver Shunt White Dog Shaker Syndrome	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 Cane Corso should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Frequent The Maltipoo 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.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Cane Corso vs Maltipoo vs Labrador Retriever lifespan comparison. How long do Cane Corso, Maltipoo and Labrador Retriever breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	10-12 years The average lifespan of Cane Corso: 11 years	9-13 years The average lifespan of Maltipoo: 11 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: Cane Corso vs Maltipoo 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.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. 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.

Cane Corso vs Maltipoo vs Labrador Retriever Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Cane Corso vs Maltipoo vs Labrador Retriever Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Cane Corso or Maltipoo or Labrador Retriever?	Recommended daily amount: If you are feeding a high-quality dry food, your Corso will probably eat 4 to 5 cups a day.	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.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Cane Corso vs Maltipoo vs Labrador Retriever weight gain potential comparison:	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Cane Corso's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Low to Average: The Maltipoo has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	High: The Labrador Retriever breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Cane Corso vs Maltipoo vs Labrador Retriever Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Cane Corso vs Maltipoo vs Labrador Retriever coat comparison:	Dense	Fluffy Soft Wavy Woolly	Dense Waterproof Hard Short
Colors What are the original Cane Corso, Maltipoo and Labrador Retriever color?	Black Gray Red Fawn Brindle Chestnut	Black Cream White Grey Gold Apricot Almost all colors	Black Yellow Chocolate
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Cane Corso or Maltipoo or Labrador Retriever? Cane Corso vs Maltipoo vs Labrador Retriever grooming comparison:	Effortless: The Cane Corso requires minimal grooming. See more.	Average: The Maltipoo requires average grooming effort. See more.	Effortless: The Labrador Retriever requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Cane Corso or Maltipoo or Labrador Retriever? Cane Corso or Maltipoo or {name3 shedding:	Cane Corso dogs shed moderately. See more.	Maltipoo dogs shed none to minimal. 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: Cane Corso or Maltipoo 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 Cane Corso vs Maltipoo vs Labrador Retriever hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	Yes See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Cane Corso vs Maltipoo vs Labrador Retriever?	Medium ⏺ The Cane Corso has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Maltipoo 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 Cane Corso drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed. See more.	The Maltipoo is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Labrador Retriever is an average drooler. See more.

Cane Corso vs Maltipoo vs Labrador Retriever Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Cane Corso dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.	Maltipoo dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Labrador Retriever dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Cane Corso or Maltipoo or Labrador Retriever? Which dog is more friendly?	Cane Corso dogs are not stranger friendly dogs.	Maltipoo dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	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 Cane Corso or Maltipoo or Labrador Retriever?	Cane Corso dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.	Maltipoo dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Labrador Retriever dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Cane Corso or Maltipoo or Labrador Retriever?	Cane Corso dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.	Maltipoo dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Labrador Retriever dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Cane Corso or Maltipoo or Labrador Retriever?	Cane Corso dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Maltipoo 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: Cane Corso vs Maltipoo vs Labrador Retriever?	No Cane Corso dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.	Yes Maltipoo 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 Cane Corso is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Maltipoo 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?	Cane Corsos are commonly okay with elderly people.	Maltipoos are usually recommended for elderly people.	Labrador Retrievers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Cane Corso vs Maltipoo vs Labrador Retriever As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Yes This breed makes good 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: Cane Corso or Maltipoo 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.
Therapy Dog Breeds
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: Cane Corso vs Maltipoo vs Labrador Retriever?	Not really Cane Corso breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Maltipoo 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?	Yes 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	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.	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.

Cane Corso vs Maltipoo 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 Cane Corso and Maltipoo and Labrador Retriever have?	4-6 puppies	4-6 puppies	5-10 puppies
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Cane Corso vs Maltipoo vs Labrador Retriever Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2010 as a Working breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	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.	Not recognized by FCI.	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 Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. National Kennel Club	Continental Kennel Club American Canine Hybrid Club Designer Breed Registry Designer Dogs Kennel Club National Maltipoo Club Maltipoo Club of America	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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