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Name	Golden Retriever	Labrador Retriever	Labrabull
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Common Names & Aliases Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Golden Retriever, Labrador Retriever, and Labrabull breeds.	Golden Flat Coat Yellow Retriever	Lab Labrador	Bullador Lab-Pit Pitador Pitadors Pit-Lab
Breed Classification How do breed classifications differ between Golden Retriever, Labrador Retriever, and Labrabull? Compare their breeding categories.	Purebred	Purebred	Cross Breed

Golden Retriever vs Labrador Retriever vs Labrabull Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Compare size differences between Golden Retriever, Labrador Retriever, and Labrabull. Which breed is the largest?	Large	Large	Large
Weight Statistics How do weights compare between Golden Retriever, Labrador Retriever, and Labrabull? Compare adult weight ranges.	Male: 60-80 pounds (27-36 kg), Female: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg)	Male: 60-75 pounds (27-34kg), Female: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg)	45-80 pounds (20-36 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 70 pounds (31.5 kg), Female: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg)	Male: 67.5 pounds (30.5 kg), Female: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg)	62.5 pounds (28 kg)
Height Which is taller, Golden Retriever or Labrador Retriever or Labrabull? Golden Retriever vs Labrador Retriever vs Labrabull height comparison:	Male: 22-24 inches (56-61cm), Female: 20-22 inches (51-56 cm)	Male: 22-24 inches (56-61cm), Female: 21-23 inches (53-58 cm)	20-24 inch (51-61 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 21 inches (53.5 cm)	Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 22 inches (55.5 cm)	22 inch (56 cm)

Golden Retriever vs Labrador Retriever vs Labrabull Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy costs for Golden Retriever, Labrador Retriever, and Labrabull. Find price differences between these breeds.	$1000-$2000	$1000-$2000	$200-$400
Availability Which is easier to get, Golden Retriever or Labrador Retriever or Labrabull?	Very frequent: The Golden Retriever is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Labrador Retriever is quite easy to get.	Average: The Labrabull is a commonly available dog breed.

Golden Retriever vs Labrador Retriever vs Labrabull Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Compare intelligence levels between Golden Retriever, Labrador Retriever, and Labrabull. Which breed ranks highest?	Outstanding: Golden Retriever is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Outstanding: Labrador Retriever is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Very smart: Labrabull is an excellent dog breed. See more.
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Training Difficulty Compare training difficulty levels between Golden Retriever, Labrador Retriever, and Labrabull. Which is easiest to train?	Golden Retriever dogs are easy to train. See more.	Labrador Retriever dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Labrabull dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Rating Compare watchdog abilities of Golden Retriever, Labrador Retriever, and Labrabull. Which breed is most alert?	Golden Retriever dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Labrador Retriever dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Labrabull dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Compare territorial instincts between Golden Retriever, Labrador Retriever, and Labrabull. Which breed is most protective?	Golden Retriever dogs are average defenders. See more.	Labrador Retriever dogs are average defenders. See more.	Labrabull dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Golden Retriever vs Labrador Retriever vs Labrabull Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits How do personalities differ between Golden Retriever, Labrador Retriever, and Labrabull? Compare temperaments.	Intelligent Confident Friendly Reliable Kind Trustworthy	Playful Loving Energetic Alert Intelligent Friendly Responsive Affectionate Loyal Gentle Going Social Cheerful	Energetic Protective Alert Loyal Eager Smart
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Golden Retriever dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	Sensitive: Labrador Retriever dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Golden Retriever vs Labrador Retriever vs Labrabull?	High: Golden 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.	High: Labrabull dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Golden Retriever vs Labrador Retriever vs Labrabull social needs comparison:	Golden Retriever dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Labrador Retriever dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Labrabull dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Golden Retriever dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Labrador Retriever dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Labrabull is strong enough to escape from home. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Golden 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.	Labrabull 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.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Golden Retriever vs Labrador Retriever vs Labrabull Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Compare barking frequencies of Golden Retriever, Labrador Retriever, and Labrabull. Which breed is most vocal?	Low to Average: The Golden Retriever rarely barks. See more.	Average: The Labrador Retriever barks occasionally. See more.	Average: The Labrabull barks occasionally. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Playful Nature Compare playfulness levels between Golden Retriever, Labrador Retriever, and Labrabull. Which breed is most playful?	The Golden Retriever is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Labrador Retriever is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Labrabull is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Compare apartment suitability of Golden Retriever, Labrador Retriever, and Labrabull. Which adapts best to small spaces?	It is not recommended to keep the Golden Retriever breed in the home.	It is not recommended to keep the Labrador Retriever breed in the home.	It is not recommended to keep the Labrabull breed in the home.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Golden Retriever vs Labrador Retriever vs Labrabull Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Compare adaptability between Golden Retriever, Labrador Retriever, and Labrabull. Which breed is most flexible?	Golden 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.	Average: Labrabull dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Golden Retriever or Labrador Retriever or Labrabull?	Golden Retriever 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.	Labrabull dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Golden Retriever vs Labrador Retriever vs Labrabull Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Compare biting potential between Golden Retriever, Labrador Retriever, and Labrabull. Which has lowest bite risk?	Moderate ⏺ The Golden Retriever has an average chance of biting somebody.	Moderate ⏺ The Labrador Retriever has an average chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Labrabull has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Compare mouthing tendencies between Golden Retriever, Labrador Retriever, and Labrabull. Which uses mouth most during play?	Golden Retriever dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Labrador Retriever dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Labrabull dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.
Bite Strength Rating Compare bite forces between Golden Retriever, Labrador Retriever, and Labrabull. Which has the strongest bite?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Golden Retriever bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Labrador Retriever bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Labrabull bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force

Golden Retriever vs Labrador Retriever vs Labrabull Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Compare life expectancies of Golden Retriever, Labrador Retriever, and Labrabull. Which breed lives longest?	10-12 years The average lifespan of Golden Retriever: 11 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Labrador Retriever: 11 years	10-14 years The average lifespan of Labrabull: 12 years
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Climate Tolerance Compare weather adaptability between Golden Retriever, Labrador Retriever, and Labrabull. Which handles climate changes best?	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. 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.	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 health problems common in Golden Retriever, Labrador Retriever, and Labrabull. Which has fewer health issues?	Golden Retrievers 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 Labrabull is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
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Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Rare The Golden 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.	Average The Labrabull should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Golden Retriever vs Labrador Retriever vs Labrabull? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Golden Retriever vs Labrador Retriever vs Labrabull health problems comparison:	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Allergies Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Bloat Epilepsy Elbow Dysplasia Osteochondrosis Dissecans Hemangiosarcoma Osteosarcoma Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Epilepsy Ear Infections Elbow Dysplasia Osteochondrosis Dissecans Tricuspid Valve Dysplasia Acute Moist Dermatitis Cold Tail Myopathy	Hypothyroidism Bloat Epilepsy Osteochondrosis Dissecans

Golden Retriever vs Labrador Retriever vs Labrabull Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Compare energy levels between Golden Retriever, Labrador Retriever, and Labrabull. Which breed is most active?	Golden Retriever dogs are high-energy dogs.	Labrador Retriever dogs are high-energy dogs.	Labrabull dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Golden Retriever vs Labrador Retriever vs Labrabull exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Golden Retriever or Labrador Retriever or Labrabull? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Golden Retriever dogs need a lot of exercises.	Labrador Retriever dogs need a lot of exercises.	Labrabull dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Golden Retriever or Labrador Retriever or Labrabull?	Golden Retriever dogs don't need too much sleep.	Labrador Retriever dogs don't need too much sleep.	Labrabull dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Golden Retriever vs Labrador Retriever vs Labrabull Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Compare weight gain tendencies between Golden Retriever, Labrador Retriever, and Labrabull. Which is most prone to obesity?	High: The Golden Retriever breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	High: The Labrador Retriever breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	Average: The Labrabull has an average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity
Food Consumption Compare food requirements between Golden Retriever, Labrador Retriever, and Labrabull. Which needs most food?	3 to 4 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.	4 to 7 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot

Golden Retriever vs Labrador Retriever vs Labrabull Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Golden Retriever, Labrador Retriever, and Labrabull. Which is best for allergy sufferers?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Coat Colors Compare color variations between Golden Retriever, Labrador Retriever, and Labrabull. What colors are available?	Golden Light	Black Yellow Chocolate	Black Gray White Silver Brown Yellow
Grooming Requirements Compare grooming needs between Golden Retriever, Labrador Retriever, and Labrabull. Which requires most maintenance?	Average: The Golden Retriever requires average grooming effort. See more.	Effortless: The Labrador Retriever requires minimal grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Labrabull requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Drooling Tendency Compare drooling tendencies between Golden Retriever, Labrador Retriever, and Labrabull. Which drools least?	The Golden Retriever drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed. See more.	The Labrador Retriever is an average drooler. See more.	The Labrabull is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Compare odor levels between Golden Retriever, Labrador Retriever, and Labrabull. Which has least natural smell?	Medium ⏺ The Golden Retriever has an average chance of bad smell.	High 🔼 The Labrador Retriever has a high chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Labrabull has a low chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics Compare coat types between Golden Retriever, Labrador Retriever, and Labrabull. How do their fur characteristics differ?	Silky Wavy Shiny Straight	Dense Waterproof Hard Short	Sparse Short
Bathing Needs Compare bathing needs between Golden Retriever, Labrador Retriever, and Labrabull. Which requires most frequent baths?	2-3 weeks Frequent. This breed has high-maintenance hair and may require a bath every 2-3 weeks. 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.	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 Golden Retriever or Labrador Retriever or Labrabull? Golden Retriever or Labrador Retriever or {name3 shedding:	Golden Retriever dogs shed moderately. See more.	Labrador Retriever dogs shed moderately. See more.	Labrabull dogs are heavy shedders. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most

Golden Retriever vs Labrador Retriever vs Labrabull Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Compare child-friendliness between Golden Retriever, Labrador Retriever, and Labrabull. Which is best with kids?	Golden Retriever dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Labrador Retriever dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Labrabull dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Golden Retriever dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Labrador Retriever dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Labrabull dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Golden Retriever or Labrador Retriever or Labrabull? Which dog is more friendly?	Golden Retriever dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	Labrador Retriever dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	Labrabull dogs are 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 Golden Retriever or Labrador Retriever or Labrabull?	Golden Retriever dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Labrador Retriever dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Labrabull dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Golden Retriever or Labrador Retriever or Labrabull?	Golden Retriever dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Labrador Retriever dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Labrabull dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Golden Retriever vs Labrador Retriever vs Labrabull?	Yes Golden 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.	Yes Labrabull dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	Yes Golden Retriever is one of the best dog breeds for office environment	No Labrador Retriever is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Labrabull is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Golden Retrievers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Labrador Retrievers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Labrabulls are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Golden Retriever vs Labrador Retriever vs Labrabull As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Compare service dog potential between Golden Retriever, Labrador Retriever, and Labrabull. Which is best suited for service work?	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Work Suitability Compare therapy dog potential between Golden Retriever, Labrador Retriever, and Labrabull. Which excels in therapy work?	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
Therapy Dog Breeds
Scent Detection Ability Compare detection capabilities between Golden Retriever, Labrador Retriever, and Labrabull. Which has best nose work ability?	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 & Rescue Potential Compare search and rescue potential between Golden Retriever, Labrador Retriever, and Labrabull. Which is best for SAR work?	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.
Maritime Work Ability Compare boating aptitude between Golden Retriever, Labrador Retriever, and Labrabull. Which is best suited for water work?	Yes Golden Retriever breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Yes Labrador Retriever breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Not really Labrabull breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Compare cart pulling abilities between Golden Retriever, Labrador Retriever, and Labrabull. Which is best for draft work?	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.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Military Service Background Compare military service history of Golden Retriever, Labrador Retriever, and Labrabull. Which has most military use?	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.

Golden Retriever vs Labrador Retriever vs Labrabull Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare typical litter sizes of Golden Retriever, Labrador Retriever, and Labrabull. Which has most puppies?	5-10 puppies	5-10 puppies	6-10 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare gestation periods of Golden Retriever, Labrador Retriever, and Labrabull. Any breeding differences?	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding intervals between Golden Retriever, Labrador Retriever, and Labrabull. What's recommended?	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.

Golden Retriever vs Labrador Retriever vs Labrabull Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC groups for Golden Retriever, Labrador Retriever, and Labrabull. How are they classified?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1925 as a Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1917 as a Sporting breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Classification Compare FCI groups for Golden Retriever, Labrador Retriever, and Labrabull. How are they classified internationally?	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.	Not recognized by FCI.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare breed recognition status of Golden Retriever, Labrador Retriever, and Labrabull. Which has most recognition?	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	Dog Registry of America Inc. American Canine Hybrid Club International Designer Canine Registry

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