Flat-Coated Retriever vs Labrador Retriever Comparison – Which dog is better Flatte or Lab?

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Name	Flat-Coated Retriever	Labrador Retriever
Origins	United Kingdom	England Canada
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Group	Gun Dog	Gun Dog
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Common Names & Aliases Compare different names used for Flat-Coated Retriever and Labrador Retriever. What other names are these breeds known by?	Flatte Flattie Flatcoat	Lab Labrador
Breed Classification Compare breed classifications between a Flat-Coated Retriever and a Labrador Retriever. Learn about their genetic backgrounds.	Purebred	Purebred

Flat-Coated Retriever vs Labrador Retriever Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Which is bigger: a Flat-Coated Retriever or a Labrador Retriever? Compare size differences between these breeds.	Large	Large
Weight Statistics Compare weight ranges between a Flat-Coated Retriever and a Labrador Retriever. Which breed is heavier?	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?	65 pounds (29.5 kg)	Male: 67.5 pounds (30.5 kg), Female: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Flat-Coated Retriever or Labrador Retriever? Is a Flat-Coated Retriever taller than a Labrador Retriever?	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?	Male: 23 inches (58,5 cm), Female: 22 inches (56 cm)	Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 22 inches (55.5 cm)

Flat-Coated Retriever vs Labrador Retriever Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy prices between a Flat-Coated Retriever and a Labrador Retriever. Which breed costs more?	$1000-$1200	$1000-$2000
Availability Which is easier to get, Flat-Coated Retriever or Labrador Retriever?	Very frequent: The Flat-Coated Retriever is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Labrador Retriever is quite easy to get.

Flat-Coated Retriever vs Labrador Retriever Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Which is smarter: a Flat-Coated Retriever or a Labrador Retriever? Compare intelligence rankings and learning abilities.	Very smart: Flat-Coated Retriever is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Outstanding: Labrador Retriever is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Training Difficulty Which is easier to train: a Flat-Coated Retriever or a Labrador Retriever? Compare training requirements.	Flat-Coated Retriever 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 Rating Which makes a better watchdog: a Flat-Coated Retriever or a Labrador Retriever? Compare alertness levels.	Flat-Coated Retriever dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Labrador Retriever dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Which is more protective: a Flat-Coated Retriever or a Labrador Retriever? Compare territorial behaviors.	Flat-Coated Retriever dogs are average defenders. See more.	Labrador Retriever dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Flat-Coated Retriever vs Labrador Retriever Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits Compare personalities of a Flat-Coated Retriever and a Labrador Retriever. How do their temperaments differ?	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 between Flat-Coated Retriever vs Labrador Retriever?	Sensitive: Flat-Coated Retriever dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. 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: Flat-Coated Retriever vs Labrador Retriever?	High: Flat-Coated Retriever 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 Flat-Coated Retriever vs Labrador Retriever social needs comparison:	Flat-Coated Retriever dogs need for social interaction is average. 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? What's the difference between Flat-Coated Retriever vs Labrador Retriever?	The wanderlust potential of the Flat-Coated Retriever 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? What's the difference between Flat-Coated Retriever vs Labrador Retriever? Which can be better for hunting?	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. 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

Flat-Coated Retriever vs Labrador Retriever Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Which breed barks more: a Flat-Coated Retriever or a Labrador Retriever? Compare vocalization tendencies.	Average: The Flat-Coated Retriever barks occasionally. See more.	Average: The Labrador Retriever barks occasionally. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Playful Nature Which breed is more playful: a Flat-Coated Retriever or a Labrador Retriever? Compare play drive and energy.	The Flat-Coated Retriever is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Labrador Retriever is a highly playful breed. See more.
Most Playful Dog Breeds
Apartment Adaptability Which is better for apartments: a Flat-Coated Retriever or a Labrador Retriever? Compare living space needs.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Flat-Coated Retriever 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

Flat-Coated Retriever vs Labrador Retriever Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Which adapts better to changes: a Flat-Coated Retriever or a Labrador Retriever? Compare adaptability levels.	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.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Flat-Coated Retriever or Labrador Retriever?	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.

Flat-Coated Retriever vs Labrador Retriever Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Which has lower bite risk: a Flat-Coated Retriever or a Labrador Retriever? Compare biting tendencies.	Low 🔽 The Flat-Coated Retriever has a low chance of biting somebody.	Moderate ⏺ The Labrador Retriever has an average chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Which is more mouthy: a Flat-Coated Retriever or a Labrador Retriever? Compare mouthing behaviors.	Flat-Coated Retriever 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.
Bite Strength Rating Which has a stronger bite: a Flat-Coated Retriever or a Labrador Retriever? Compare bite force PSI.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Flat-Coated Retriever 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

Flat-Coated Retriever vs Labrador Retriever Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Which lives longer: a Flat-Coated Retriever or a Labrador Retriever? Compare average lifespans.	9-13 years The average lifespan of Flat-Coated Retriever: 11 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Labrador Retriever: 11 years
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Climate Tolerance Which handles weather better: a Flat-Coated Retriever or a Labrador Retriever? Compare climate tolerances.	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. 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.
Health Concerns Compare common health issues between a Flat-Coated Retriever and a Labrador Retriever. Which breed is healthier?	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.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Flat-Coated Retriever vs Labrador Retriever?	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.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Flat-Coated Retriever vs Labrador Retriever? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Flat-Coated Retriever vs Labrador Retriever health problems comparison:	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

Flat-Coated Retriever vs Labrador Retriever Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Which breed is more energetic: a Flat-Coated Retriever or a Labrador Retriever? Compare activity levels.	Flat-Coated Retriever dogs are high-energy dogs.	Labrador Retriever dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Flat-Coated Retriever vs Labrador Retriever exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Flat-Coated Retriever or Labrador Retriever? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	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: Flat-Coated Retriever or Labrador Retriever?	Flat-Coated Retriever dogs don't need too much sleep.	Labrador Retriever dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

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

Obesity Tendency Which gains weight easier: a Flat-Coated Retriever or a Labrador Retriever? Compare obesity risks.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Flat-Coated Retriever's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	High: The Labrador Retriever breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity
Food Consumption Which eats more: a Flat-Coated Retriever or a Labrador Retriever? Compare daily food needs.	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.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot

Flat-Coated Retriever vs Labrador Retriever Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Which is more hypoallergenic: a Flat-Coated Retriever or a Labrador Retriever? Compare allergy friendliness.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Coat Colors What color variations exist for Flat-Coated Retriever and Labrador Retriever? Compare breed colors.	Black Liver	Black Yellow Chocolate
Grooming Requirements Which needs more grooming: a Flat-Coated Retriever or a Labrador Retriever? Compare maintenance needs.	Easy to groom: The Flat-Coated Retriever doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Labrador Retriever requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Drooling Tendency Which drools more: a Flat-Coated Retriever or a Labrador Retriever? Compare drooling amounts.	The Flat-Coated Retriever is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The Labrador Retriever is an average drooler. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Which has less odor: a Flat-Coated Retriever or a Labrador Retriever? Compare natural smell levels.	Medium ⏺ The Flat-Coated Retriever has an average chance of bad smell.	High 🔼 The Labrador Retriever has a high chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics How do coats differ between a Flat-Coated Retriever and a Labrador Retriever? Compare fur types.	Thick Shiny	Dense Waterproof Hard Short
Bathing Needs Which needs more baths: a Flat-Coated Retriever or a Labrador Retriever? Compare bathing frequencies.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. 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.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Flat-Coated Retriever or Labrador Retriever? Do Flat-Coated Retriever dogs shed more than Labrador Retriever dogs?	Flat-Coated Retriever dogs shed moderately. See more.	Labrador Retriever dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most

Flat-Coated Retriever vs Labrador Retriever Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Which is better with children: a Flat-Coated Retriever or a Labrador Retriever? Compare kid-friendliness.	Flat-Coated Retriever dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Labrador Retriever dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/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 Flat-Coated Retriever or Labrador Retriever? Which dog is more friendly?	Flat-Coated Retriever 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
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Flat-Coated Retriever or Labrador Retriever?	Flat-Coated Retriever 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 Flat-Coated Retriever or Labrador Retriever? Can a Flat-Coated Retriever and a Labrador Retriever be friends? Do Flat-Coated Retriever dogs get along with Labrador Retriever 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 best for first time owners: Flat-Coated Retriever vs Labrador Retriever?	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 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?	Flat-Coated Retrievers are usually recommended for elderly people.	Labrador Retrievers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Flat-Coated Retriever vs Labrador Retriever As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Which makes a better service dog: a Flat-Coated Retriever or a Labrador Retriever? Compare service capabilities.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Work Suitability Which is better for therapy work: a Flat-Coated Retriever or a Labrador Retriever? Compare therapy capabilities.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.
Therapy Dog Breeds
Scent Detection Ability Which is better at detection work: a Flat-Coated Retriever or a Labrador Retriever? Compare scenting abilities.	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 & Rescue Potential Which is better for search and rescue: a Flat-Coated Retriever or a Labrador Retriever? Compare SAR abilities.	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.
Maritime Work Ability Which is better on boats: a Flat-Coated Retriever or a Labrador Retriever? Compare maritime abilities.	Yes Flat-Coated Retriever breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Yes Labrador Retriever breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Which is better at pulling: a Flat-Coated Retriever or a Labrador Retriever? Compare draft work capabilities.	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.
Military Service Background Compare military history between Flat-Coated Retriever and Labrador Retriever. Which has stronger military background?	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.

Flat-Coated Retriever vs Labrador Retriever Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare litter sizes between Flat-Coated Retriever and Labrador Retriever. Which has larger litters?	4-8 puppies	5-10 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare pregnancy duration between Flat-Coated Retriever and Labrador Retriever breeds.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding frequencies between Flat-Coated Retriever and Labrador Retriever. Which needs longer recovery?	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.

Flat-Coated Retriever vs Labrador Retriever Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC classifications of Flat-Coated Retriever and Labrador Retriever. Which groups do they belong to?	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 Classification Compare FCI classifications of Flat-Coated Retriever and Labrador Retriever. Which groups are they in?	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.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare kennel club recognition between Flat-Coated Retriever and Labrador Retriever. Which is more widely recognized?	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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