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Clumber Spaniel vs Flat-Coated Retriever vs Labrador Retriever Comparison - Dog breed selector: Retired Gentleman's Spaniel or Flatte or Lab? Find the right dog for you

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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Retired Gentleman's Spaniel Flatte
Flattie
Flatcoat
Lab
Labrador
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Clumber Spaniel vs Flat-Coated Retriever vs Labrador Retriever breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Clumber Spaniel vs Flat-Coated Retriever vs Labrador Retriever Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Clumber Spaniel or Flat-Coated Retriever or Labrador Retriever? Which is the smallest dog, Clumber Spaniel or Flat-Coated Retriever or Labrador Retriever?
Large Large Large
Weight
Which is heavier, Clumber Spaniel or Flat-Coated Retriever or Flat-Coated Retriever? Clumber Spaniel vs Flat-Coated Retriever vs Labrador Retriever weight comparison:
55-85 pounds (25-39 kg) 60-70 pounds (27-32 kg) Male: 60-75 pounds (27-34kg), Female: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
70 pounds (32 kg) 65 pounds (29.5 kg) Male: 67.5 pounds (30.5 kg), Female: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Clumber Spaniel or Flat-Coated Retriever or Labrador Retriever? Clumber Spaniel vs Flat-Coated Retriever vs Labrador Retriever height comparison:
16-20 inches (41-51 cm) 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?
18 inches (46 cm) Male: 23 inches (58,5 cm), Female: 22 inches (56 cm) Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 22 inches (55.5 cm)

Clumber Spaniel vs Flat-Coated Retriever vs Labrador Retriever Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Clumber Spaniel or Flat-Coated Retriever or Labrador Retriever? Which is more expensive?
$800-$1200 $1000-$1200 $1000-$2000
Availability
Which is easier to get, Clumber Spaniel or Flat-Coated Retriever or Labrador Retriever?
Frequent: The Clumber Spaniel is easier than average to get.
Very frequent: The Flat-Coated Retriever is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Labrador Retriever is quite easy to get.

Clumber Spaniel vs Flat-Coated Retriever vs Labrador Retriever Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Clumber Spaniel vs Flat-Coated Retriever vs Labrador Retriever intelligence:
Smart: The Clumber Spaniel dogs have great intelligence.
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Very smart: Flat-Coated Retriever is an excellent dog breed.
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Outstanding: Labrador Retriever is one of the brightest dog breeds.
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Trainability
Clumber Spaniel vs Flat-Coated Retriever vs Labrador Retriever trainability comparison.
Clumber Spaniel dogs are easy to train.
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Flat-Coated Retriever dogs are 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: Clumber Spaniel or Flat-Coated Retriever or Labrador Retriever?
Clumber Spaniel dogs are average watchdogs.
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Flat-Coated Retriever dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Labrador Retriever dogs are average watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Clumber Spaniel or Flat-Coated Retriever or Labrador Retriever? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Clumber Spaniel dogs are average defenders.
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Flat-Coated Retriever dogs are average defenders.
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Labrador Retriever dogs are average defenders.
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Clumber Spaniel vs Flat-Coated Retriever vs Labrador Retriever Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Clumber Spaniel or Flat-Coated Retriever or Labrador Retriever? Clumber Spaniel vs Flat-Coated Retriever vs Labrador Retriever behavior/temperament comparison:
Dignified
Affectionate
Loyal
Gentle
Calm
Hearted
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Outgoing
Devoted
Optimistic
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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Sensitive: Flat-Coated Retriever dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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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: Clumber Spaniel vs Flat-Coated Retriever vs Labrador Retriever?
High: Clumber Spaniel dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Flat-Coated Retriever dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Slightly Below Average: Labrador Retriever dogs may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence.
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Social Needs
Clumber Spaniel vs Flat-Coated Retriever vs Labrador Retriever social needs comparison:
Clumber Spaniel dogs are a social breed.
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Flat-Coated Retriever dogs need for social interaction is average.
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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?
The wanderlust potential of the Clumber Spaniel is strong enough to escape from home.
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The wanderlust potential of the Flat-Coated Retriever 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?
Clumber Spaniel dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Flat-Coated Retriever 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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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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Clumber Spaniel vs Flat-Coated Retriever vs Labrador Retriever Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Clumber Spaniel vs Flat-Coated Retriever vs Labrador Retriever playfulness comparison:
Average: Clumber Spaniels, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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The Flat-Coated Retriever 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: Clumber Spaniel vs Flat-Coated Retriever vs Labrador Retriever?
Low: The Clumber Spaniel barks none to minimal.
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Average: The Flat-Coated Retriever barks occasionally.
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Average: The Labrador Retriever barks occasionally.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Clumber Spaniel or Flat-Coated Retriever 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 Clumber Spaniel indoors.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Flat-Coated Retriever breed.
It is not recommended to keep the Labrador Retriever breed in the home.

Clumber Spaniel vs Flat-Coated Retriever vs Labrador Retriever Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
Clumber Spaniel dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Flat-Coated Retriever 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: Clumber Spaniel or Flat-Coated Retriever or Labrador Retriever?
Clumber Spaniel 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.
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.
Labrador Retriever dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Clumber Spaniel vs Flat-Coated Retriever vs Labrador Retriever Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Clumber Spaniel or Flat-Coated Retriever or Labrador Retriever?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Clumber Spaniel bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Flat-Coated Retriever 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 Clumber Spaniel has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Flat-Coated Retriever has a low chance of biting somebody.

Moderate

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

Health Issues
Clumber Spaniel vs Flat-Coated Retriever vs Labrador Retriever health comparison. Which is the healthier: Clumber Spaniel vs Flat-Coated Retriever vs Labrador Retriever?
The Clumber Spaniel is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Very healthy dog breed.
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: Clumber Spaniel vs Flat-Coated Retriever vs Labrador Retriever? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Clumber Spaniel vs Flat-Coated Retriever vs Labrador Retriever health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Hypothyroidism
Eye Problems
Ear Infections
Intervertebral Disk Disease
Cancer 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 Clumber Spaniel should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Rare
The Flat-Coated Retriever 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.
Life Expectancy
Clumber Spaniel vs Flat-Coated Retriever vs Labrador Retriever lifespan comparison. How long do Clumber Spaniel, Flat-Coated Retriever and Labrador Retriever breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Clumber Spaniel: 11 years
9-13 years
The average lifespan of Flat-Coated Retriever: 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: Clumber Spaniel vs Flat-Coated Retriever vs Labrador Retriever?
Prefers cold weather
The Clumber Spaniel can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog.
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Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Flat-Coated Retriever 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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Clumber Spaniel vs Flat-Coated Retriever vs Labrador Retriever Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Clumber Spaniel vs Flat-Coated Retriever vs Labrador Retriever Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Clumber Spaniel or Flat-Coated Retriever or Labrador Retriever?
4 to 5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 3-4 cup high-quality commercial dog food (that is formulated for large-breed dogs), 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? Clumber Spaniel vs Flat-Coated Retriever vs Labrador Retriever weight gain potential comparison:
High: The Clumber Spaniel breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Flat-Coated Retriever'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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Clumber Spaniel vs Flat-Coated Retriever vs Labrador Retriever Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Clumber Spaniel vs Flat-Coated Retriever vs Labrador Retriever coat comparison:
Dense Thick
Shiny
Dense
Waterproof
Hard
Short
Colors
What are the original Clumber Spaniel, Flat-Coated Retriever and Labrador Retriever color?
White Black
Liver
Black
Yellow
Chocolate
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Clumber Spaniel or Flat-Coated Retriever or Labrador Retriever? Clumber Spaniel vs Flat-Coated Retriever vs Labrador Retriever grooming comparison:
Average: The Clumber Spaniel requires average grooming effort.
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Easy to groom: The Flat-Coated Retriever doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Effortless: The Labrador Retriever requires minimal grooming.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Clumber Spaniel or Flat-Coated Retriever or Labrador Retriever? Clumber Spaniel or Flat-Coated Retriever or {name3 shedding:
Clumber Spaniel dogs are heavy shedders.
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Flat-Coated Retriever dogs shed moderately.
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Labrador Retriever dogs shed moderately.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Clumber Spaniel or Flat-Coated Retriever or Labrador Retriever?
4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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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
Clumber Spaniel vs Flat-Coated Retriever 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, Clumber Spaniel vs Flat-Coated Retriever vs Labrador Retriever?

Medium

The Clumber Spaniel has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Flat-Coated Retriever 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 Clumber Spaniel 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 Flat-Coated Retriever is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency.
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The Labrador Retriever is an average drooler.
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Clumber Spaniel vs Flat-Coated Retriever vs Labrador Retriever Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Clumber Spaniel dogs are generally with other pets.
Flat-Coated Retriever dogs are generally with other pets.
Labrador Retriever dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Clumber Spaniel or Flat-Coated Retriever or Labrador Retriever? Which dog is more friendly?
Clumber Spaniel dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Flat-Coated Retriever dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Labrador Retriever dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Clumber Spaniel or Flat-Coated Retriever or Labrador Retriever?
Clumber Spaniel dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Flat-Coated Retriever dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Labrador Retriever dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Clumber Spaniel or Flat-Coated Retriever or Labrador Retriever?
Clumber Spaniel dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Flat-Coated Retriever dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Labrador Retriever dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Clumber Spaniel or Flat-Coated Retriever or Labrador Retriever?
Clumber Spaniel dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Flat-Coated Retriever dogs are 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: Clumber Spaniel vs Flat-Coated Retriever vs Labrador Retriever?
Yes
Clumber Spaniel dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Flat-Coated Retriever 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
Clumber Spaniel is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Flat-Coated Retriever 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?
Clumber Spaniels are usually recommended for elderly people.
Flat-Coated Retrievers are usually recommended for elderly people.
Labrador Retrievers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Clumber Spaniel vs Flat-Coated Retriever 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: Clumber Spaniel or Flat-Coated Retriever or Labrador Retriever? Which is better for autism?

Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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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: Clumber Spaniel vs Flat-Coated Retriever vs Labrador Retriever?

Not really

Clumber Spaniel breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Yes

Flat-Coated Retriever breed usually likes 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?

Not really

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

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

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

Not really

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

Not really

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

Not really

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

Clumber Spaniel vs Flat-Coated Retriever 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 Clumber Spaniel and Flat-Coated Retriever and Labrador Retriever have?
2-8 puppies 4-8 puppies 5-10 puppies

Clumber Spaniel vs Flat-Coated Retriever vs Labrador Retriever Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1878 as a Sporting breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1915 as a 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 Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Flushing Dogs section. Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Retrievers 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
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
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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