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Name	Doberdor	Rottweiler	Labrador Retriever
Origins	Germany	Germany	England Canada
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Group	Designer Dogs	Working Dogs	Gun Dog
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Labraman	Rott Rottie	Lab Labrador
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Doberdor vs Rottweiler vs Labrador Retriever breed type comparison:	Cross Breed	Purebred	Purebred

Doberdor vs Rottweiler vs Labrador Retriever Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Doberdor or Rottweiler or Labrador Retriever? Which is the smallest dog, Doberdor or Rottweiler or Labrador Retriever?	Large Giant	Large Giant	Large
Weight Which is heavier, Doberdor or Rottweiler or Rottweiler? Doberdor vs Rottweiler vs Labrador Retriever weight comparison:	60-100 pounds (27-45 kg)	Male: 95-130 pounds (43-59 kg), Female: 85-115 pounds (38-52 kg)	Male: 60-75 pounds (27-34kg), Female: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	80 pounds (36 kg)	Male: 112.5 pounds (51 kg), Female: 100 pounds (45 kg)	Male: 67.5 pounds (30.5 kg), Female: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Doberdor or Rottweiler or Labrador Retriever? Doberdor vs Rottweiler vs Labrador Retriever height comparison:	24-27.5 inches (32-70 cm)	Male: 24-27 inches (61-69 cm), Female: 22-25 inches (56-63 cm)	Male: 22-24 inches (56-61cm), Female: 21-23 inches (53-58 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	26 inches (66 cm)	Male: 25.5 inches (65 cm), Female: 23.5 inches (59.5 cm)	Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 22 inches (55.5 cm)

Doberdor vs Rottweiler vs Labrador Retriever Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Doberdor or Rottweiler or Labrador Retriever? Which is more expensive?	$400-$600	$1200-$2000	$1000-$2000
Availability Which is easier to get, Doberdor or Rottweiler or Labrador Retriever?	Average: The Doberdor is a commonly available dog breed.	Very frequent: The Rottweiler is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Labrador Retriever is quite easy to get.

Doberdor vs Rottweiler vs Labrador Retriever Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Doberdor vs Rottweiler vs Labrador Retriever intelligence:	Smart: The Doberdor dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Outstanding: Rottweiler is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Outstanding: Labrador Retriever is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Doberdor vs Rottweiler vs Labrador Retriever trainability comparison.	Doberdor dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Rottweiler 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: Doberdor or Rottweiler or Labrador Retriever?	Doberdor dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Rottweiler 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 Doberdor or Rottweiler or Labrador Retriever? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Doberdor dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Rottweiler dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Labrador Retriever dogs are average defenders. See more.
Guard Dog Breeds List

Doberdor vs Rottweiler vs Labrador Retriever Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Doberdor or Rottweiler or Labrador Retriever? Doberdor vs Rottweiler vs Labrador Retriever behavior/temperament comparison:	Playful Protective Intelligent Loyal Guarding	Independent Protective Alert Courageous Intelligent Loyal Fearless Good-natured	Playful Loving Energetic Alert Intelligent Friendly Responsive Affectionate Loyal Gentle Going Social Cheerful
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Doberdor 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: Doberdor vs Rottweiler vs Labrador Retriever?	Average: Doberdor dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	Average: Rottweiler dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	Slightly Below Average: Labrador Retriever dogs may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Doberdor vs Rottweiler vs Labrador Retriever social needs comparison:	Doberdor dogs are a social breed. See more.	Rottweiler 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?	The wanderlust potential of the Doberdor is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Rottweiler dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. 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?	Doberdor dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Rottweiler 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.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Doberdor vs Rottweiler vs Labrador Retriever Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Doberdor vs Rottweiler vs Labrador Retriever playfulness comparison:	The Doberdor is a playful breed. See more.	Average: Rottweilers, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Labrador Retriever is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Doberdor vs Rottweiler vs Labrador Retriever?	Average to High: The Doberdor is a vocal breed. See more.	Low: The Rottweiler barks none to minimal. 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 Doberdor or Rottweiler or Labrador Retriever?	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Doberdor breed.	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 Rottweiler indoors.	It is not recommended to keep the Labrador Retriever breed in the home.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Doberdor vs Rottweiler vs Labrador Retriever Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Doberdor dogs don't adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Average: Rottweiler 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.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Doberdor or Rottweiler or Labrador Retriever?	Doberdor 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.	Rottweiler 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.

Doberdor vs Rottweiler vs Labrador Retriever Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Doberdor vs Rottweiler vs Labrador Retriever Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Doberdor vs Rottweiler vs Labrador Retriever health comparison. Which is the healthier: Doberdor vs Rottweiler vs Labrador Retriever?	Doberdors are commonly healthy dogs.	The Rottweiler is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	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: Doberdor vs Rottweiler vs Labrador Retriever? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Doberdor vs Rottweiler vs Labrador Retriever health problems comparison:	Elbow Dysplasia Wobbler's Syndrome Hip Dysplasia	Hip Dysplasia Allergies Hypothyroidism Bloat Elbow Dysplasia Panosteitis Aortic Stenosis Osteosarcoma Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis	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 Doberdor should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Average The Rottweiler should have a complete physical check-up at least 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 Doberdor vs Rottweiler vs Labrador Retriever lifespan comparison. How long do Doberdor, Rottweiler and Labrador Retriever breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	10-14 years The average lifespan of Doberdor: 12 years	8-12 years The average lifespan of Rottweiler: 10 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: Doberdor vs Rottweiler vs Labrador Retriever?	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. 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.

Doberdor vs Rottweiler vs Labrador Retriever Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Doberdor vs Rottweiler vs Labrador Retriever Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Doberdor or Rottweiler or Labrador Retriever?	6 to 8 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	Recommended daily amount: 4 to 10 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? Doberdor vs Rottweiler vs Labrador Retriever weight gain potential comparison:	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Doberdor's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	High: The Rottweiler breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	High: The Labrador Retriever breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Doberdor vs Rottweiler vs Labrador Retriever Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Doberdor vs Rottweiler vs Labrador Retriever coat comparison:	Dense Straight	Dense	Dense Waterproof Hard Short
Colors What are the original Doberdor, Rottweiler and Labrador Retriever color?	Black Tan Fawn Chocolate	Black Tan Rust Mahogany	Black Yellow Chocolate
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Doberdor or Rottweiler or Labrador Retriever? Doberdor vs Rottweiler vs Labrador Retriever grooming comparison:	Easy to groom: The Doberdor doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Rottweiler 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 Doberdor or Rottweiler or Labrador Retriever? Doberdor or Rottweiler or {name3 shedding:	Doberdor dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Rottweiler dogs shed moderately. 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: Doberdor or Rottweiler or Labrador Retriever?	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	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.
Hypoallergenic Doberdor vs Rottweiler 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, Doberdor vs Rottweiler vs Labrador Retriever?	Low 🔽 The Doberdor has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Rottweiler 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 Doberdor is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The Rottweiler 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 Labrador Retriever is an average drooler. See more.

Doberdor vs Rottweiler vs Labrador Retriever Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Doberdor dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.	Rottweiler dogs are generally with other pets.	Labrador Retriever dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Doberdor or Rottweiler or Labrador Retriever? Which dog is more friendly?	Doberdor dogs are not stranger friendly dogs.	Rottweiler dogs are not 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 Doberdor or Rottweiler or Labrador Retriever?	Doberdor dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.	Rottweiler dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.	Labrador Retriever dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Doberdor or Rottweiler or Labrador Retriever?	Doberdor dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.	Rottweiler 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 Doberdor or Rottweiler or Labrador Retriever?	Doberdor dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Rottweiler dogs are not dog-friendly.	Labrador Retriever dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Doberdor vs Rottweiler vs Labrador Retriever?	No Doberdor dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.	Yes Rottweiler 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 Doberdor is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Rottweiler 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?	Doberdors are commonly okay with elderly people.	Rottweilers are not the best breed for elderly people.	Labrador Retrievers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Doberdor vs Rottweiler 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: Doberdor or Rottweiler 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: Doberdor vs Rottweiler vs Labrador Retriever?	Not really Doberdor breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Rottweiler 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.	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.
Fighting Dog / Military Dog	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat 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.

Doberdor vs Rottweiler 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 Doberdor and Rottweiler and Labrador Retriever have?	6-10 puppies	8-12 puppies	5-10 puppies
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Doberdor vs Rottweiler vs Labrador Retriever Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1931 as a Working breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1917 as a Sporting breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type section.	Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Retrievers section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	Not recognized by any clubs.	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 Colonial Rottweiler Club Deutscher Rottweiler Klub International Rottweiler 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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