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Giant Schnauzer vs Boxer vs Labrador Retriever Comparison - Dog breed selector: Riesenschnauzer or Deutscher Boxer or Lab? Find the right dog for you

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Name Giant Schnauzer Boxer Labrador Retriever
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Riesenschnauzer Deutscher Boxer
German Boxer
Lab
Labrador
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Giant Schnauzer vs Boxer vs Labrador Retriever breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Giant Schnauzer vs Boxer vs Labrador Retriever Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Giant Schnauzer or Boxer or Labrador Retriever? Which is the smallest dog, Giant Schnauzer or Boxer or Labrador Retriever?
Giant Medium Large
Weight
Which is heavier, Giant Schnauzer or Boxer or Boxer? Giant Schnauzer vs Boxer vs Labrador Retriever weight comparison:
Males 60-105 pounds (27-48 kg), Female: 55-75 pounds (25-34 kg) Male: 60-70 pounds (27-32 kg), Female: 53-65 pounds (24-29 kg) Male: 60-75 pounds (27-34kg), Female: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Males 82.5 pounds (37.5 kg), Female: 65 pounds (29.5 kg) Male: 65 pounds (29.5 kg), Female: 59 pounds (26.5 kg) Male: 67.5 pounds (30.5 kg), Female: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Giant Schnauzer or Boxer or Labrador Retriever? Giant Schnauzer vs Boxer vs Labrador Retriever height comparison:
Male: 26-28 inches (66-71 cm), Female: 23-26 inches (58-66 cm) Male: 22-25 inches (56-63 cm), Female: 21-24 inches (53-61 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: 27 inches (68.5 cm), Female: 24.5 inches (62 cm) Male: 23.5 inches (59.5 cm), Female: 22.5 inches (57 cm) Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 22 inches (55.5 cm)

Giant Schnauzer vs Boxer vs Labrador Retriever Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Giant Schnauzer or Boxer or Labrador Retriever? Which is more expensive?
$1000-$1500 $600-$1200 $1000-$2000
Availability
Which is easier to get, Giant Schnauzer or Boxer or Labrador Retriever?
Very frequent: The Giant Schnauzer is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Boxer is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Labrador Retriever is quite easy to get.

Giant Schnauzer vs Boxer vs Labrador Retriever Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Giant Schnauzer vs Boxer vs Labrador Retriever intelligence:
Smart: The Giant Schnauzer dogs have great intelligence.
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Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Outstanding: Labrador Retriever is one of the brightest dog breeds.
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Trainability
Giant Schnauzer vs Boxer vs Labrador Retriever trainability comparison.
Giant Schnauzer dogs are easy to train.
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Boxer dogs are quite 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: Giant Schnauzer or Boxer or Labrador Retriever?
Giant Schnauzer dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Boxer dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Labrador Retriever dogs are average watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Giant Schnauzer or Boxer or Labrador Retriever? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Giant Schnauzer dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Boxer dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Labrador Retriever dogs are average defenders.
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Giant Schnauzer vs Boxer vs Labrador Retriever Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Giant Schnauzer or Boxer or Labrador Retriever? Giant Schnauzer vs Boxer vs Labrador Retriever behavior/temperament comparison:
Powerful
Intelligent
Dominant
Loyal
Kind
Strong
Willed
Playful
Energetic
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Loyal
Fearless
Brave
Bright
Playful
Loving
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Affectionate
Loyal
Gentle
Going
Social
Cheerful
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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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: Giant Schnauzer vs Boxer vs Labrador Retriever?
Average: Giant Schnauzer dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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High: Boxer 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
Giant Schnauzer vs Boxer vs Labrador Retriever social needs comparison:
Giant Schnauzer dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Boxer 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?
The wanderlust potential of the Giant Schnauzer is strong enough to escape from home.
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Boxer dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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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?
Giant Schnauzer dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Boxer dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen.
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Labrador Retriever dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals.
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Giant Schnauzer vs Boxer vs Labrador Retriever Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Giant Schnauzer vs Boxer vs Labrador Retriever playfulness comparison:
The Giant Schnauzer is a highly playful breed.
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The Boxer is a playful breed.
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The Labrador Retriever is a highly playful breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Giant Schnauzer vs Boxer vs Labrador Retriever?
Average: The Giant Schnauzer barks occasionally.
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Low to Average: The Boxer rarely barks.
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Average: The Labrador Retriever barks occasionally.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Giant Schnauzer or Boxer or Labrador Retriever?
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Giant Schnauzer breed.
Apartment-friendly dog the Boxer breed.
It is not recommended to keep the Labrador Retriever breed in the home.

Giant Schnauzer vs Boxer vs Labrador Retriever Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
Average: Giant Schnauzer dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Boxer dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different 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: Giant Schnauzer or Boxer or Labrador Retriever?
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.
Boxer 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.

Giant Schnauzer vs Boxer vs Labrador Retriever Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Giant Schnauzer or Boxer or Labrador Retriever?

Above 400 PSI 🔼

Giant Schnauzer bite force: The Strongest.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Boxer bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Labrador Retriever bite force: Ordinary.
Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:

Low 🔽

The Giant Schnauzer has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Boxer has a low chance of biting somebody.

Moderate

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

Health Issues
Giant Schnauzer vs Boxer vs Labrador Retriever health comparison. Which is the healthier: Giant Schnauzer vs Boxer vs Labrador Retriever?
Giant Schnauzers are commonly healthy dogs.
The Boxer 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: Giant Schnauzer vs Boxer vs Labrador Retriever? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Giant Schnauzer vs Boxer vs Labrador Retriever health problems comparison:
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Cancer
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Bloat
Heart Problems
Elbow Dysplasia
Retinal Dysplasia
Glaucoma
Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca
Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Cancer
Hypothyroidism
Bloat
Deafness
Demodectic Mange
Aortic Stenosis
Boxer Cardiomyopathy
Corneal Dystrophy
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 Giant Schnauzer should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Average
The Boxer 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
Giant Schnauzer vs Boxer vs Labrador Retriever lifespan comparison. How long do Giant Schnauzer, Boxer and Labrador Retriever breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Giant Schnauzer: 11 years
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Boxer: 11 years
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Labrador Retriever: 11 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Giant Schnauzer vs Boxer vs Labrador Retriever?
Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Giant Schnauzer can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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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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Giant Schnauzer vs Boxer vs Labrador Retriever Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Giant Schnauzer or Boxer or Labrador Retriever? Giant Schnauzer vs Boxer vs Labrador Retriever energy level comparison:
Giant Schnauzer dogs are high-energy dogs.
Boxer dogs are high-energy dogs.
Labrador Retriever dogs are high-energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Giant Schnauzer vs Boxer vs Labrador Retriever exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Giant Schnauzer or Boxer or Labrador Retriever? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Giant Schnauzer dogs need a lot of exercises.
Boxer dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Labrador Retriever dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Giant Schnauzer or Boxer or Labrador Retriever?
Giant Schnauzer dogs don't need too much sleep.
Boxer dogs don't need too much sleep.
Labrador Retriever dogs don't need too much sleep.

Giant Schnauzer vs Boxer vs Labrador Retriever Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Giant Schnauzer or Boxer or Labrador Retriever?
8 to 10 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals Recommended daily amount: 2 to 3 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? Giant Schnauzer vs Boxer vs Labrador Retriever weight gain potential comparison:
Average: The Giant Schnauzer has an average risk for obesity.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Boxer's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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High: The Labrador Retriever breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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Giant Schnauzer vs Boxer vs Labrador Retriever Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Giant Schnauzer vs Boxer vs Labrador Retriever coat comparison:
Wiry Waterproof Dense
Waterproof
Hard
Short
Colors
What are the original Giant Schnauzer, Boxer and Labrador Retriever color?
Black
Pepper
Salt
White
Fawn
Brindle
Black
Yellow
Chocolate
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Giant Schnauzer or Boxer or Labrador Retriever? Giant Schnauzer vs Boxer vs Labrador Retriever grooming comparison:
Average: The Giant Schnauzer requires average grooming effort.
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Effortless: The Boxer requires minimal grooming.
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Effortless: The Labrador Retriever requires minimal grooming.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Giant Schnauzer or Boxer or Labrador Retriever? Giant Schnauzer or Boxer or {name3 shedding:
Giant Schnauzer dogs shed none to minimal.
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Boxer 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: Giant Schnauzer or Boxer or Labrador Retriever?
8-12 weeks
Very 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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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
Giant Schnauzer vs Boxer 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, Giant Schnauzer vs Boxer vs Labrador Retriever?

Low 🔽

The Giant Schnauzer has a low chance of bad smell.

High 🔼

The Boxer 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 Giant Schnauzer is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Boxer is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency.
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The Labrador Retriever is an average drooler.
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Giant Schnauzer vs Boxer vs Labrador Retriever Good With Comparison

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

Giant Schnauzer vs Boxer vs Labrador Retriever As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog
Which one could be a service dog?

Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Yes

This breed makes good as a service dog.
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Therapy Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: Giant Schnauzer or Boxer or Labrador Retriever? Which is better for autism?

Not really

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

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

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog
Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?

Not really

They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.

Not really

They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.

Yes

After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR)
Which one could be a search and rescue dog?

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.

Yes

This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog
Which one could be a boat dog: Giant Schnauzer vs Boxer vs Labrador Retriever?

Not really

Giant Schnauzer breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Boxer 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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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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Yes

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.

Yes

In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

Not really

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

Giant Schnauzer vs Boxer 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 Giant Schnauzer and Boxer and Labrador Retriever have?
5-8 puppies 2-10 puppies, average 6 5-10 puppies

Giant Schnauzer vs Boxer vs Labrador Retriever Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1930 as a Working breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1904 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?
Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Pinscher and Schnauzer type section. 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?
American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
Canadian Canine Registry
American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
Canadian Canine Registry

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