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Great Dane vs Golden Retriever vs Labrador Retriever Comparison - Dog breed selector: Apollo of Dogs or Golden Flat Coat or Lab? Find the right dog for you

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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Great Dane, Golden Retriever, and Labrador Retriever breeds.
Apollo of Dogs
Deutsche Dogge
Gentle Giant
German Mastiff
Dane
Golden Flat Coat
Yellow Retriever
Lab
Labrador
Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between Great Dane, Golden Retriever, and Labrador Retriever? Compare their breeding categories.
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Great Dane vs Golden Retriever vs Labrador Retriever Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Compare size differences between Great Dane, Golden Retriever, and Labrador Retriever. Which breed is the largest?
Giant Large Large
Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between Great Dane, Golden Retriever, and Labrador Retriever? Compare adult weight ranges.
Male: 120-200 pounds (54-90 kg), Female: 100-130 pounds (45-59 kg) 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)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 160 pounds (72 kg), Female: 115 pounds (52 kg) 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)
Height
Which is taller, Great Dane or Golden Retriever or Labrador Retriever? Great Dane vs Golden Retriever vs Labrador Retriever height comparison:
Male: 30-34 inches (76-86 cm), Female: 28-32 inches (71-81 cm) 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)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 32 inches (81 cm), Female: 30 inches (76 cm) Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 21 inches (53.5 cm) Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 22 inches (55.5 cm)

Great Dane vs Golden Retriever vs Labrador Retriever Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range
Compare puppy costs for Great Dane, Golden Retriever, and Labrador Retriever. Find price differences between these breeds.
$800-$1200 $1000-$2000 $1000-$2000
Availability
Which is easier to get, Great Dane or Golden Retriever or Labrador Retriever?
Very frequent: The Great Dane is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Golden Retriever is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Labrador Retriever is quite easy to get.

Great Dane vs Golden Retriever vs Labrador Retriever Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between Great Dane, Golden Retriever, and Labrador Retriever. Which breed ranks highest?
Smart: The Great Dane dogs have great intelligence.
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Outstanding: Golden Retriever is one of the brightest dog breeds.
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Outstanding: Labrador Retriever is one of the brightest dog breeds.
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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between Great Dane, Golden Retriever, and Labrador Retriever. Which is easiest to train?
Great Dane dogs are quite easy to train.
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Golden Retriever dogs are easy to train.
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Labrador Retriever dogs are very easy to train.
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Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of Great Dane, Golden Retriever, and Labrador Retriever. Which breed is most alert?
Great Dane dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Golden Retriever dogs are average watchdogs.
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Labrador Retriever dogs are average watchdogs.
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Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between Great Dane, Golden Retriever, and Labrador Retriever. Which breed is most protective?
Great Dane dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Golden Retriever dogs are average defenders.
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Labrador Retriever dogs are average defenders.
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Great Dane vs Golden Retriever vs Labrador Retriever Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between Great Dane, Golden Retriever, and Labrador Retriever? Compare temperaments.
Loving
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Devoted
Gentle
Reserved
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Reliable
Kind
Trustworthy
Playful
Loving
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Affectionate
Loyal
Gentle
Going
Social
Cheerful
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
Sensitive: Great Dane dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Golden Retriever dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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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: Great Dane vs Golden Retriever vs Labrador Retriever?
Average: Great Dane dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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High: Golden Retriever 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
Great Dane vs Golden Retriever vs Labrador Retriever social needs comparison:
Great Dane dogs are a social breed.
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Golden Retriever 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?
Great Dane dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Golden Retriever dogs tend to escape less than other breeds.
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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?
Great Dane 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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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.
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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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Great Dane vs Golden Retriever vs Labrador Retriever Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of Great Dane, Golden Retriever, and Labrador Retriever. Which breed is most vocal?
Low to Average: The Great Dane rarely barks.
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Low to Average: The Golden Retriever rarely barks.
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Average: The Labrador Retriever barks occasionally.
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between Great Dane, Golden Retriever, and Labrador Retriever. Which breed is most playful?
Great Danes are not the most playful dog breed.
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The Golden Retriever is a highly playful breed.
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The Labrador Retriever is a highly playful breed.
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Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of Great Dane, Golden Retriever, and Labrador Retriever. Which adapts best to small spaces?
Very house-friendly dog the Great Dane breed.
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.

Great Dane vs Golden Retriever vs Labrador Retriever Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between Great Dane, Golden Retriever, and Labrador Retriever. Which breed is most flexible?
Average: Great Dane dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
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.
Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: Great Dane or Golden Retriever or Labrador Retriever?
Great Dane dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.
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.

Great Dane vs Golden Retriever vs Labrador Retriever Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between Great Dane, Golden Retriever, and Labrador Retriever. Which has lowest bite risk?

Low 🔽

The Great Dane has a low chance of biting somebody.

Moderate

The Golden Retriever has an average chance of biting somebody.

Moderate

The Labrador Retriever has an average chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between Great Dane, Golden Retriever, and Labrador Retriever. Which uses mouth most during play?
Great Dane dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Golden Retriever dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, 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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Bite Strength Rating
Compare bite forces between Great Dane, Golden Retriever, and Labrador Retriever. Which has the strongest bite?

Above 400 PSI 🔼

Great Dane bite force: The Strongest.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Golden Retriever bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Labrador Retriever bite force: Ordinary.

Great Dane vs Golden Retriever vs Labrador Retriever Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of Great Dane, Golden Retriever, and Labrador Retriever. Which breed lives longest?
7-11 years
The average lifespan of Great Dane: 9 years
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Golden Retriever: 11 years
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Labrador Retriever: 11 years
Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between Great Dane, Golden Retriever, and Labrador Retriever. Which handles climate changes best?
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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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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Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in Great Dane, Golden Retriever, and Labrador Retriever. Which has fewer health issues?
Great Danes are commonly healthy dogs.
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.
Vet Care Frequency
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Rare
The Great Dane should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
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.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Great Dane vs Golden Retriever vs Labrador Retriever? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Great Dane vs Golden Retriever vs Labrador Retriever health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Patent Ductus Arteriosis
Cancer
Bloat
Mitral Valve Disease
Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis
Dilated Cardiomyopathy
Persistent Right Aortic Arch
Tricuspid Valve Dysplasia
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

Great Dane vs Golden Retriever vs Labrador Retriever Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Great Dane vs Golden Retriever vs Labrador Retriever Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between Great Dane, Golden Retriever, and Labrador Retriever. Which is most prone to obesity?
Low to Average: The Great Dane has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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High: The Golden Retriever 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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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between Great Dane, Golden Retriever, and Labrador Retriever. Which needs most food?
8 to 10 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals 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.

Great Dane vs Golden Retriever vs Labrador Retriever Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Great Dane, Golden Retriever, and Labrador Retriever. Which is best for allergy sufferers?
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between Great Dane, Golden Retriever, and Labrador Retriever. What colors are available?
Black
Blue
White
Fawn
Brindle
Merle
Golden
Light
Black
Yellow
Chocolate
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between Great Dane, Golden Retriever, and Labrador Retriever. Which requires most maintenance?
Effortless: The Great Dane requires minimal grooming.
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Average: The Golden Retriever requires average grooming effort.
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Effortless: The Labrador Retriever requires minimal grooming.
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Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between Great Dane, Golden Retriever, and Labrador Retriever. Which drools least?
The Great Dane drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed.
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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.
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The Labrador Retriever is an average drooler.
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Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between Great Dane, Golden Retriever, and Labrador Retriever. Which has least natural smell?

Medium

The Great Dane has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Golden Retriever has an average chance of bad smell.

High 🔼

The Labrador Retriever has a high chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between Great Dane, Golden Retriever, and Labrador Retriever. How do their fur characteristics differ?
Dense Silky
Wavy
Shiny
Straight
Dense
Waterproof
Hard
Short
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between Great Dane, Golden Retriever, and Labrador Retriever. Which requires most frequent baths?
4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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2-3 weeks
Frequent. This breed has high-maintenance hair and may require a bath every 2-3 weeks.
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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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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Great Dane or Golden Retriever or Labrador Retriever? Great Dane or Golden Retriever or {name3 shedding:
Great Dane dogs shed moderately.
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Golden Retriever dogs shed moderately.
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Labrador Retriever dogs shed moderately.
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Great Dane vs Golden Retriever vs Labrador Retriever Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility
Compare child-friendliness between Great Dane, Golden Retriever, and Labrador Retriever. Which is best with kids?
Great Dane dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Golden Retriever dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Labrador Retriever dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Pet Compatibility
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Great Dane dogs are generally with other pets.
Golden Retriever dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Labrador Retriever dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Great Dane or Golden Retriever or Labrador Retriever? Which dog is more friendly?
Great Dane dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Golden Retriever dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Labrador Retriever dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Great Dane or Golden Retriever or Labrador Retriever?
Great Dane dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Golden Retriever dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Labrador Retriever dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Great Dane or Golden Retriever or Labrador Retriever?
Great Dane dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Golden Retriever 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: Great Dane vs Golden Retriever vs Labrador Retriever?
Yes
Great Dane dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
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.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
Great Dane is not the best dog breed for office environment.
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.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
Great Danes are usually recommended 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.

Great Dane vs Golden Retriever vs Labrador Retriever As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between Great Dane, Golden Retriever, and Labrador Retriever. Which is best suited for service work?

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 Work Suitability
Compare therapy dog potential between Great Dane, Golden Retriever, and Labrador Retriever. Which excels in therapy work?

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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Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between Great Dane, Golden Retriever, and Labrador Retriever. Which has best nose work ability?

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 & Rescue Potential
Compare search and rescue potential between Great Dane, Golden Retriever, and Labrador Retriever. Which is best for SAR work?

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.
Maritime Work Ability
Compare boating aptitude between Great Dane, Golden Retriever, and Labrador Retriever. Which is best suited for water work?

Not really

Great Dane breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Yes

Golden Retriever 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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Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between Great Dane, Golden Retriever, and Labrador Retriever. Which is best for draft work?

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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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Military Service Background
Compare military service history of Great Dane, Golden Retriever, and Labrador Retriever. Which has most military use?

Yes

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

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.

Great Dane vs Golden Retriever vs Labrador Retriever Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of Great Dane, Golden Retriever, and Labrador Retriever. Which has most puppies?
10-15 puppies 5-10 puppies 5-10 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of Great Dane, Golden Retriever, and Labrador Retriever. Any breeding differences?
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Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between Great Dane, Golden Retriever, and Labrador Retriever. What's recommended?

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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Great Dane vs Golden Retriever vs Labrador Retriever Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for Great Dane, Golden Retriever, and Labrador Retriever. How are they classified?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1887 as a Working breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1925 as a Sporting breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1917 as a Sporting breed.
FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for Great Dane, Golden Retriever, and Labrador Retriever. How are they classified internationally?
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. Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Retrievers section.
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of Great Dane, Golden Retriever, and Labrador Retriever. 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
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
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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