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

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

French Bulldog vs Beagle vs Labrador Retriever Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, French Bulldog or Beagle or Labrador Retriever? Which is the smallest dog, French Bulldog or Beagle or Labrador Retriever?
Small Small Large
Weight
Which is heavier, French Bulldog or Beagle or Beagle? French Bulldog vs Beagle vs Labrador Retriever weight comparison:
18-30 pounds (8-14 kg) Male: 22-25 pounds (10-11 kg), Female: 20-23 pounds (9-10 kg) Male: 60-75 pounds (27-34kg), Female: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
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. Male: 23.5 pounds (10.5 kg), Female: 21.5 pounds (9.5 kg) Male: 67.5 pounds (30.5 kg), Female: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, French Bulldog or Beagle or Labrador Retriever? French Bulldog vs Beagle vs Labrador Retriever height comparison:
13–16 inches (33–40 cm) Male: 14-16 inches (36-41 cm), Female: 13-15 inches (33-38 cm) Male: 22-24 inches (56-61cm), Female: 21-23 inches (53-58 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
14.5 inches (36.5 cm) Male: 15 inches (38.5 cm), Female: 14 inches (35.5 cm) Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 22 inches (55.5 cm)

French Bulldog vs Beagle vs Labrador Retriever Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, French Bulldog or Beagle or Labrador Retriever? Which is more expensive?
$2000-$4000 $500-$800 $1000-$2000
Availability
Which is easier to get, French Bulldog or Beagle or Labrador Retriever?
Very frequent: The French Bulldog is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Beagle is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Labrador Retriever is quite easy to get.

French Bulldog vs Beagle vs Labrador Retriever Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? French Bulldog vs Beagle vs Labrador Retriever intelligence:
Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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Outstanding: Labrador Retriever is one of the brightest dog breeds.
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Trainability
French Bulldog vs Beagle vs Labrador Retriever trainability comparison.
French Bulldog dogs are quite easy to train.
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Beagle 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: French Bulldog or Beagle or Labrador Retriever?
French Bulldog dogs are average watchdogs.
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Beagle dogs are not the best choice if you want a good watchdog.
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Labrador Retriever dogs are average watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog French Bulldog or Beagle or Labrador Retriever? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
French Bulldog dogs are average defenders.
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Beagle dogs can't provide protection for their territory.
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Labrador Retriever dogs are average defenders.
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French Bulldog vs Beagle vs Labrador Retriever Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, French Bulldog or Beagle or Labrador Retriever? French Bulldog vs Beagle vs Labrador Retriever behavior/temperament comparison:
Playful
Alert
Affectionate
Patient
Lively
Keen
Easygoing
Athletic
Bright
Loving
Independent
Intelligent
Friendly
Lively
Gentle
Sweet
Playful
Loving
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Affectionate
Loyal
Gentle
Going
Social
Cheerful
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
French Bulldog dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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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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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: French Bulldog vs Beagle vs Labrador Retriever?
High: French Bulldog dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Beagle 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
French Bulldog vs Beagle vs Labrador Retriever social needs comparison:
French Bulldog dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Beagle dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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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?
French Bulldog dogs tend to escape less than other breeds.
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Beagle dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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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?
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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Beagle 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 vs Beagle vs Labrador Retriever Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
French Bulldog vs Beagle vs Labrador Retriever playfulness comparison:
French Bulldogs are not the most playful dog breed.
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The Beagle 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: French Bulldog vs Beagle vs Labrador Retriever?
Low: The French Bulldog barks none to minimal.
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A lot: Beagle is a particularly loud breed.
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Average: The Labrador Retriever barks occasionally.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly French Bulldog or Beagle or Labrador Retriever?
Very house-friendly dog the French Bulldog breed.
It is not recommended to keep the Beagle breed in the home.
It is not recommended to keep the Labrador Retriever breed in the home.

French Bulldog vs Beagle vs Labrador Retriever Adaptability and Independence Comparison

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

French Bulldog vs Beagle vs Labrador Retriever Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: French Bulldog or Beagle or Labrador Retriever?

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

French Bulldog bite force: Weak.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Beagle bite force: Weak.

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 French Bulldog has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Beagle has a low chance of biting somebody.

Moderate

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

Health Issues
French Bulldog vs Beagle vs Labrador Retriever health comparison. Which is the healthier: French Bulldog vs Beagle vs Labrador Retriever?
The French Bulldog is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The Beagle 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.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: French Bulldog vs Beagle vs Labrador Retriever? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? French Bulldog vs Beagle vs Labrador Retriever health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Patellar Luxation
Allergies
Von Willebrand's Disease
Intervertebral Disk Disease
Cleft Palate
Brachycephalic Syndrome
Elongated Soft Palate
Hemi-vertebrae
Hip Dysplasia
Patellar Luxation
Hypothyroidism
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Epilepsy
Intervertebral Disk Disease
Cherry Eye
Distichiasis
Glaucoma
Beagle Dwarfism
Chinese Beagle Syndrome
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Bloat
Epilepsy
Ear Infections
Elbow Dysplasia
Osteochondrosis Dissecans
Tricuspid Valve Dysplasia
Acute Moist Dermatitis
Cold Tail
Myopathy
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Average
The French Bulldog should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Average
The Beagle 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.
Life Expectancy
French Bulldog vs Beagle vs Labrador Retriever lifespan comparison. How long do French Bulldog, Beagle and Labrador Retriever breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
10-12 years
The average lifespan of French Bulldog: 11 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Beagle: 13 years
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Labrador Retriever: 11 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: French Bulldog vs Beagle vs Labrador Retriever?
Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
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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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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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French Bulldog vs Beagle vs Labrador Retriever Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a French Bulldog or Beagle or Labrador Retriever? French Bulldog vs Beagle vs Labrador Retriever energy level comparison:
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.
Beagle dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Labrador Retriever dogs are high-energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
French Bulldog vs Beagle vs Labrador Retriever exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: French Bulldog or Beagle or Labrador Retriever? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
French Bulldog dogs exercise need is minimal.
Beagle dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Labrador Retriever dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: French Bulldog or Beagle or Labrador Retriever?
French Bulldog dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
Beagle dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Labrador Retriever dogs don't need too much sleep.

French Bulldog vs Beagle vs Labrador Retriever Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: French Bulldog or Beagle or Labrador Retriever?
Recommended daily amount: 1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 0.5 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. Recommended daily amount: 2.5 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? French Bulldog vs Beagle vs Labrador Retriever weight gain potential comparison:
Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the French Bulldog's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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High: The Beagle breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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High: The Labrador Retriever breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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French Bulldog vs Beagle vs Labrador Retriever Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? French Bulldog vs Beagle vs Labrador Retriever coat comparison:
Fine
Smooth
Short
Close in texture
Dense Dense
Waterproof
Hard
Short
Colors
What are the original French Bulldog, Beagle and Labrador Retriever color?
Cream
White
Fawn
Brindle
Black
Tan
Red
White
Tricolor
Black
Yellow
Chocolate
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, French Bulldog or Beagle or Labrador Retriever? French Bulldog vs Beagle vs Labrador Retriever grooming comparison:
Easy to groom: The French Bulldog doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Effortless: The Beagle requires minimal grooming.
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Effortless: The Labrador Retriever requires minimal grooming.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more French Bulldog or Beagle or Labrador Retriever? French Bulldog or Beagle or {name3 shedding:
French Bulldog dogs are low shedders.
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Beagle 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: French Bulldog or Beagle or Labrador Retriever?
6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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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
French Bulldog vs Beagle 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, French Bulldog vs Beagle vs Labrador Retriever?

Medium

The French Bulldog has an average chance of bad smell.

High 🔼

The Beagle has a high 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 French Bulldog is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Beagle 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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French Bulldog vs Beagle vs Labrador Retriever Good With Comparison

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

French Bulldog vs Beagle 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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Yes

This breed makes good 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: French Bulldog or Beagle or Labrador Retriever? Which is better for autism?

Yes

This breed makes a perfect 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?

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.

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.

Yes

This breed would make an excellent 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: French Bulldog vs Beagle vs Labrador Retriever?

Not really

French Bulldog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Yes

Beagle 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.

French Bulldog vs Beagle 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 French Bulldog and Beagle and Labrador Retriever have?
3-5 puppies 2-14 puppies, average 7 5-10 puppies

French Bulldog vs Beagle vs Labrador Retriever Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1898 as a Non-Sporting breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Hound 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 Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Small Molossian type Dogs section. Recognized by FCI in the Scent hounds and related breeds group, in the Scent hounds 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
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

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