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Name	Havanese	Labrador Retriever	Beagle
Origins	Cuba	England Canada	England
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Group	Companion Dogs	Gun Dog	Hunting Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Bichon Habanero Bichon Havanais Bichon Havanes Havanese Cuban Bichon Havaneser Havanezer Bichon Havanese	Lab Labrador	English Beagle
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Havanese vs Labrador Retriever vs Beagle breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Havanese vs Labrador Retriever vs Beagle Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Havanese or Labrador Retriever or Beagle? Which is the smallest dog, Havanese or Labrador Retriever or Beagle?	Small	Large	Small
Weight Which is heavier, Havanese or Labrador Retriever or Labrador Retriever? Havanese vs Labrador Retriever vs Beagle weight comparison:	7-13 pounds (3-6 kg)	Male: 60-75 pounds (27-34kg), Female: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg)	Male: 22-25 pounds (10-11 kg), Female: 20-23 pounds (9-10 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	10 pounds (4.5 kg)	Male: 67.5 pounds (30.5 kg), Female: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg)	Male: 23.5 pounds (10.5 kg), Female: 21.5 pounds (9.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Havanese or Labrador Retriever or Beagle? Havanese vs Labrador Retriever vs Beagle height comparison:	8-11 inches (21-29 cm)	Male: 22-24 inches (56-61cm), Female: 21-23 inches (53-58 cm)	Male: 14-16 inches (36-41 cm), Female: 13-15 inches (33-38 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	10 inches (25 cm)	Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 22 inches (55.5 cm)	Male: 15 inches (38.5 cm), Female: 14 inches (35.5 cm)

Havanese vs Labrador Retriever vs Beagle Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Havanese or Labrador Retriever or Beagle? Which is more expensive?	$900-$1200	$1000-$2000	$500-$800
Availability Which is easier to get, Havanese or Labrador Retriever or Beagle?	Very frequent: The Havanese is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Labrador Retriever is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Beagle is quite easy to get.

Havanese vs Labrador Retriever vs Beagle Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Havanese vs Labrador Retriever vs Beagle intelligence:	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Outstanding: Labrador Retriever is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.
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Trainability Havanese vs Labrador Retriever vs Beagle trainability comparison.	Havanese dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Labrador Retriever dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Beagle dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Havanese or Labrador Retriever or Beagle?	Havanese dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Labrador Retriever dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Beagle dogs are not the best choice if you want a good watchdog. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Havanese or Labrador Retriever or Beagle? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Havanese dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Labrador Retriever dogs are average defenders. See more.	Beagle dogs can't provide protection for their territory. See more.
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Havanese vs Labrador Retriever vs Beagle Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Havanese or Labrador Retriever or Beagle? Havanese vs Labrador Retriever vs Beagle behavior/temperament comparison:	Playful Intelligent Responsive Affectionate Lively Gentle Companionable Sturdy Amiable Charming	Playful Loving Energetic Alert Intelligent Friendly Responsive Affectionate Loyal Gentle Going Social Cheerful	Loving Independent Intelligent Friendly Lively Gentle Sweet
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. 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: Havanese vs Labrador Retriever vs Beagle?	High: Havanese 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: Beagle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Havanese vs Labrador Retriever vs Beagle social needs comparison:	Havanese dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Labrador Retriever dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Beagle dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Havanese dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Labrador Retriever dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Beagle dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Havanese dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. 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.	Beagle dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Havanese vs Labrador Retriever vs Beagle Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Havanese vs Labrador Retriever vs Beagle playfulness comparison:	The Havanese is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Labrador Retriever is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Beagle is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Havanese vs Labrador Retriever vs Beagle?	Low to Average: The Havanese rarely barks. See more.	Average: The Labrador Retriever barks occasionally. See more.	A lot: Beagle is a particularly loud breed. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Havanese or Labrador Retriever or Beagle?	Very house-friendly dog the Havanese breed.	It is not recommended to keep the Labrador Retriever breed in the home.	It is not recommended to keep the Beagle breed in the home.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Havanese vs Labrador Retriever vs Beagle Adaptability and Independence Comparison

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

Havanese vs Labrador Retriever vs Beagle Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Havanese or Labrador Retriever or Beagle?	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Havanese bite force: Weak.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Labrador Retriever bite force: Ordinary.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Beagle bite force: Weak.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	Low 🔽 The Havanese has a low chance of biting somebody.	Moderate ⏺ The Labrador Retriever has an average chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Beagle has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Havanese vs Labrador Retriever vs Beagle mouthiness comparison:	Havanese dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Labrador Retriever dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Beagle dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Havanese vs Labrador Retriever vs Beagle Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Havanese vs Labrador Retriever vs Beagle health comparison. Which is the healthier: Havanese vs Labrador Retriever vs Beagle?	The Havanese 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.	The Beagle is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Havanese vs Labrador Retriever vs Beagle? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Havanese vs Labrador Retriever vs Beagle health problems comparison:	Cataracts Heart Murmurs Hip Dysplasia Legg-perthes Disease Patellar Luxation Deafness Chondrodysplasia Elbow Dysplasia Mitral Valve Disease Portosystemic Liver Shunt	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Epilepsy Ear Infections Elbow Dysplasia Osteochondrosis Dissecans Tricuspid Valve Dysplasia Acute Moist Dermatitis Cold Tail Myopathy	Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Intervertebral Disk Disease Cherry Eye Distichiasis Glaucoma Beagle Dwarfism Chinese Beagle Syndrome
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Havanese 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.	Average The Beagle should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy Havanese vs Labrador Retriever vs Beagle lifespan comparison. How long do Havanese, Labrador Retriever and Beagle breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	14-16 years The average lifespan of Havanese: 15 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Labrador Retriever: 11 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Beagle: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Havanese vs Labrador Retriever vs Beagle?	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.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.

Havanese vs Labrador Retriever vs Beagle Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Havanese or Labrador Retriever or Beagle? Havanese vs Labrador Retriever vs Beagle energy level comparison:	Havanese dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.	Labrador Retriever dogs are high-energy dogs.	Beagle dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Havanese vs Labrador Retriever vs Beagle exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Havanese or Labrador Retriever or Beagle? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Havanese dogs exercise need is very minimal.	Labrador Retriever dogs need a lot of exercises.	Beagle dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Havanese or Labrador Retriever or Beagle?	Havanese dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	Labrador Retriever dogs don't need too much sleep.	Beagle dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
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Havanese vs Labrador Retriever vs Beagle Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Havanese or Labrador Retriever or Beagle?	1/2 to 1 cup dry food a day.	Recommended daily amount: 2.5 to 3 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.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Havanese vs Labrador Retriever vs Beagle weight gain potential comparison:	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Havanese's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	High: The Labrador Retriever breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	High: The Beagle breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.
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Havanese vs Labrador Retriever vs Beagle Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Havanese vs Labrador Retriever vs Beagle coat comparison:	Soft Wavy Woolly Flat Long	Dense Waterproof Hard Short	Dense
Colors What are the original Havanese, Labrador Retriever and Beagle color?	Black White Fawn Reddish-Brown Havana Brown Tobacco	Black Yellow Chocolate	Black Tan Red White Tricolor
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Havanese or Labrador Retriever or Beagle? Havanese vs Labrador Retriever vs Beagle grooming comparison:	Average: The Havanese requires average grooming effort. See more.	Effortless: The Labrador Retriever requires minimal grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Beagle requires minimal grooming. See more.
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Shedding Level Who sheds more Havanese or Labrador Retriever or Beagle? Havanese or Labrador Retriever or {name3 shedding:	Havanese dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Labrador Retriever dogs shed moderately. See more.	Beagle dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Havanese or Labrador Retriever or Beagle?	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.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.
Hypoallergenic Havanese vs Labrador Retriever vs Beagle hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	Yes See more.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Havanese vs Labrador Retriever vs Beagle?	Low 🔽 The Havanese has a low chance of bad smell.	High 🔼 The Labrador Retriever has a high chance of bad smell.	High 🔼 The Beagle has a high chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Havanese is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Labrador Retriever is an average drooler. See more.	The Beagle is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Havanese vs Labrador Retriever vs Beagle Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Havanese dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.	Labrador Retriever dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Beagle dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Havanese or Labrador Retriever or Beagle? Which dog is more friendly?	Havanese dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Labrador Retriever dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	Beagle dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Havanese or Labrador Retriever or Beagle?	Havanese dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Labrador Retriever dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Beagle dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Havanese or Labrador Retriever or Beagle?	Havanese dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	Labrador Retriever dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Beagle dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Havanese or Labrador Retriever or Beagle?	Havanese dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Labrador Retriever dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Beagle dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Havanese vs Labrador Retriever vs Beagle?	Yes Havanese 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 Beagle dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Havanese is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Labrador Retriever is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Beagle is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Havaneses are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Labrador Retrievers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Beagles are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Havanese vs Labrador Retriever vs Beagle 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. 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 Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Havanese or Labrador Retriever or Beagle? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.
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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: Havanese vs Labrador Retriever vs Beagle?	Not really Havanese breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Yes Labrador Retriever breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Yes Beagle breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.
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. 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.
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.

Havanese vs Labrador Retriever vs Beagle 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. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.
Litter Size How many puppies can Havanese and Labrador Retriever and Beagle have?	1-9 puppies, average 4	5-10 puppies	2-14 puppies, average 7
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Havanese vs Labrador Retriever vs Beagle Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1996 as a Toy breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1917 as a Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Hound breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Bichons and related breeds section.	Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Retrievers section.	Recognized by FCI in the Scent hounds and related breeds group, in the Scent hounds 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 United Kennel Club Havanese Club of America	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

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