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English Springer Spaniel vs Labrador Retriever vs French Bulldog Comparison - Dog breed selector: Springer Spaniel or Lab or Bouledogue Français? Find the right dog for you

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Name English Springer Spaniel Labrador Retriever French Bulldog
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Springer Spaniel Lab
Labrador
Bouledogue Français
Frenchie
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? English Springer Spaniel vs Labrador Retriever vs French Bulldog breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

English Springer Spaniel vs Labrador Retriever vs French Bulldog Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, English Springer Spaniel or Labrador Retriever or French Bulldog? Which is the smallest dog, English Springer Spaniel or Labrador Retriever or French Bulldog?
Medium Large Small
Weight
Which is heavier, English Springer Spaniel or Labrador Retriever or Labrador Retriever? English Springer Spaniel vs Labrador Retriever vs French Bulldog weight comparison:
Male: 45-55 pounds (20-25 kg), Female: 40-50 pounds (18-23 kg) Male: 60-75 pounds (27-34kg), Female: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg) 18-30 pounds (8-14 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 50 pounds (22.5 kg), Female: 45 pounds (20.5 kg) Male: 67.5 pounds (30.5 kg), Female: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg) There are two weight classes of French Bulldog: 19 - 22 pounds (9 - 10 kg) and 22 - 28 pounds (10 - 13 kg). Over 28 pounds is a disqualification.
Height
Which is taller, English Springer Spaniel or Labrador Retriever or French Bulldog? English Springer Spaniel vs Labrador Retriever vs French Bulldog height comparison:
Male: 19-21 inches (48-56 cm), Female:18-20 inches (46-51 cm) Male: 22-24 inches (56-61cm), Female: 21-23 inches (53-58 cm) 13–16 inches (33–40 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 20 inches (52 cm), Female:19 inches (48.5 cm) Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 22 inches (55.5 cm) 14.5 inches (36.5 cm)

English Springer Spaniel vs Labrador Retriever vs French Bulldog Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, English Springer Spaniel or Labrador Retriever or French Bulldog? Which is more expensive?
$700-$800 $1000-$2000 $2000-$4000
Availability
Which is easier to get, English Springer Spaniel or Labrador Retriever or French Bulldog?
Very frequent: The English Springer Spaniel is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Labrador Retriever is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The French Bulldog is quite easy to get.

English Springer Spaniel vs Labrador Retriever vs French Bulldog Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? English Springer Spaniel vs Labrador Retriever vs French Bulldog intelligence:
Very smart: English Springer Spaniel is an excellent dog breed.
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Outstanding: Labrador Retriever is one of the brightest dog breeds.
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Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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Trainability
English Springer Spaniel vs Labrador Retriever vs French Bulldog trainability comparison.
English Springer Spaniel dogs are easy to train.
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Labrador Retriever dogs are very easy to train.
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French Bulldog dogs are quite easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: English Springer Spaniel or Labrador Retriever or French Bulldog?
English Springer Spaniel dogs are average watchdogs.
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Labrador Retriever dogs are average watchdogs.
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French Bulldog dogs are average watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog English Springer Spaniel or Labrador Retriever or French Bulldog? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
English Springer Spaniel dogs are average defenders.
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Labrador Retriever dogs are average defenders.
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French Bulldog dogs are average defenders.
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English Springer Spaniel vs Labrador Retriever vs French Bulldog Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, English Springer Spaniel or Labrador Retriever or French Bulldog? English Springer Spaniel vs Labrador Retriever vs French Bulldog behavior/temperament comparison:
Playful
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Affectionate
Social
Cheerful
Playful
Loving
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Affectionate
Loyal
Gentle
Going
Social
Cheerful
Playful
Alert
Affectionate
Patient
Lively
Keen
Easygoing
Athletic
Bright
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: Labrador Retriever dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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French Bulldog dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: English Springer Spaniel vs Labrador Retriever vs French Bulldog?
High: English Springer Spaniel 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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High: French Bulldog dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
English Springer Spaniel vs Labrador Retriever vs French Bulldog social needs comparison:
English Springer Spaniel dogs are a social breed.
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Labrador Retriever dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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French Bulldog 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 English Springer Spaniel is strong enough to escape from home.
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Labrador Retriever dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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French Bulldog dogs tend to escape less than other breeds.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
English Springer Spaniel dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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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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French Bulldog dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals.
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English Springer Spaniel vs Labrador Retriever vs French Bulldog Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
English Springer Spaniel vs Labrador Retriever vs French Bulldog playfulness comparison:
The English Springer Spaniel is a highly playful breed.
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The Labrador Retriever is a highly playful breed.
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French Bulldogs are not the most playful dog breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: English Springer Spaniel vs Labrador Retriever vs French Bulldog?
Average: The English Springer Spaniel barks occasionally.
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Average: The Labrador Retriever barks occasionally.
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Low: The French Bulldog barks none to minimal.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly English Springer Spaniel or Labrador Retriever or French Bulldog?
Very house-friendly dog the English Springer Spaniel breed.
It is not recommended to keep the Labrador Retriever breed in the home.
Very house-friendly dog the French Bulldog breed.

English Springer Spaniel vs Labrador Retriever vs French Bulldog Adaptability and Independence Comparison

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

English Springer Spaniel vs Labrador Retriever vs French Bulldog Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: English Springer Spaniel or Labrador Retriever or French Bulldog?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

English Springer Spaniel bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Labrador Retriever bite force: Ordinary.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

French Bulldog bite force: Weak.
Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:

Low 🔽

The English Springer Spaniel has a low chance of biting somebody.

Moderate

The Labrador Retriever has an average chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The French Bulldog has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? English Springer Spaniel vs Labrador Retriever vs French Bulldog mouthiness comparison:
English Springer Spaniel 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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French Bulldog dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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English Springer Spaniel vs Labrador Retriever vs French Bulldog Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
English Springer Spaniel vs Labrador Retriever vs French Bulldog health comparison. Which is the healthier: English Springer Spaniel vs Labrador Retriever vs French Bulldog?
English Springer Spaniels 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.
The French Bulldog 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: English Springer Spaniel vs Labrador Retriever vs French Bulldog? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? English Springer Spaniel vs Labrador Retriever vs French Bulldog health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Ear Infections
Ectropion
Retinal Dysplasia
Phosphofructokinase deficiency (Tarui disease, PFK)
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Bloat
Epilepsy
Ear Infections
Elbow Dysplasia
Osteochondrosis Dissecans
Tricuspid Valve Dysplasia
Acute Moist Dermatitis
Cold Tail
Myopathy
Hip Dysplasia
Patellar Luxation
Allergies
Von Willebrand's Disease
Intervertebral Disk Disease
Cleft Palate
Brachycephalic Syndrome
Elongated Soft Palate
Hemi-vertebrae
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Rare
The English Springer Spaniel 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.
Average
The French Bulldog should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Life Expectancy
English Springer Spaniel vs Labrador Retriever vs French Bulldog lifespan comparison. How long do English Springer Spaniel, Labrador Retriever and French Bulldog breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
10-14 years
The average lifespan of English Springer Spaniel: 12 years
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Labrador Retriever: 11 years
10-12 years
The average lifespan of French Bulldog: 11 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: English Springer Spaniel vs Labrador Retriever vs French Bulldog?
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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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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Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
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English Springer Spaniel vs Labrador Retriever vs French Bulldog Energy and Activity Comparison

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

English Springer Spaniel vs Labrador Retriever vs French Bulldog Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: English Springer Spaniel or Labrador Retriever or French Bulldog?
3 to 4.5 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. Recommended daily amount: 1 to 1.5 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? English Springer Spaniel vs Labrador Retriever vs French Bulldog weight gain potential comparison:
Average: The English Springer Spaniel has an average risk for obesity.
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High: The Labrador Retriever breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the French Bulldog's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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English Springer Spaniel vs Labrador Retriever vs French Bulldog Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? English Springer Spaniel vs Labrador Retriever vs French Bulldog coat comparison:
Feathered Dense
Waterproof
Hard
Short
Fine
Smooth
Short
Close in texture
Colors
What are the original English Springer Spaniel, Labrador Retriever and French Bulldog color?
Black
Tan
White
Liver
Black
Yellow
Chocolate
Cream
White
Fawn
Brindle
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, English Springer Spaniel or Labrador Retriever or French Bulldog? English Springer Spaniel vs Labrador Retriever vs French Bulldog grooming comparison:
Advanced: The English Springer Spaniel requires a lot of grooming.
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Effortless: The Labrador Retriever requires minimal grooming.
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Easy to groom: The French Bulldog doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more English Springer Spaniel or Labrador Retriever or French Bulldog? English Springer Spaniel or Labrador Retriever or {name3 shedding:
English Springer Spaniel dogs shed moderately.
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Labrador Retriever dogs shed moderately.
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French Bulldog dogs are low shedders.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: English Springer Spaniel or Labrador Retriever or French Bulldog?
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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6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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Hypoallergenic
English Springer Spaniel vs Labrador Retriever vs French Bulldog 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, English Springer Spaniel vs Labrador Retriever vs French Bulldog?

Medium

The English Springer Spaniel has an average chance of bad smell.

High 🔼

The Labrador Retriever has a high chance of bad smell.

Medium

The French Bulldog has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?
The English Springer Spaniel is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Labrador Retriever is an average drooler.
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The French Bulldog is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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English Springer Spaniel vs Labrador Retriever vs French Bulldog Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
English Springer Spaniel dogs are generally with other pets.
Labrador Retriever dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
French Bulldog dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly English Springer Spaniel or Labrador Retriever or French Bulldog? Which dog is more friendly?
English Springer Spaniel dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Labrador Retriever dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
French Bulldog dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly English Springer Spaniel or Labrador Retriever or French Bulldog?
English Springer Spaniel dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Labrador Retriever dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
French Bulldog dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly English Springer Spaniel or Labrador Retriever or French Bulldog?
English Springer Spaniel dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Labrador Retriever dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
French Bulldog dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly English Springer Spaniel or Labrador Retriever or French Bulldog?
English Springer Spaniel dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Labrador Retriever dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
French Bulldog dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: English Springer Spaniel vs Labrador Retriever vs French Bulldog?
Yes
English Springer Spaniel dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Labrador Retriever dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
French Bulldog dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
English Springer Spaniel is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Labrador Retriever is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Yes
French Bulldog is one of the best dog breeds for office environment
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
English Springer Spaniels are usually recommended for elderly people.
Labrador Retrievers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
French Bulldogs are not the best breed for elderly people.

English Springer Spaniel vs Labrador Retriever vs French Bulldog 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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Yes

This breed makes good as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Therapy Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: English Springer Spaniel or Labrador Retriever or French Bulldog? Which is better for autism?

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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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?

Yes

After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.

Yes

After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.

Not really

They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR)
Which one could be a search and rescue dog?

Yes

This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.

Yes

This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog
Which one could be a boat dog: English Springer Spaniel vs Labrador Retriever vs French Bulldog?

Not really

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

Labrador Retriever breed usually likes being on a boat.
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Not really

French Bulldog breed usually doesn't like 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.

English Springer Spaniel vs Labrador Retriever vs French Bulldog 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 English Springer Spaniel and Labrador Retriever and French Bulldog have?
4-10 puppies 5-10 puppies 3-5 puppies

English Springer Spaniel vs Labrador Retriever vs French Bulldog Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1910 as a Sporting breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1917 as a Sporting breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1898 as a Non-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 Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Small Molossian type Dogs section.
Breed Recognition
What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?
American Canine Registry
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
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

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