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Labrador Retriever vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Alaskan Malamute Comparison - Dog breed selector: Lab or Pit or Mally? Find the right dog for you

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Name Labrador Retriever American Pit Bull Terrier Alaskan Malamute
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Lab
Labrador
Pit
Pit Bull
Pitbull
Pitty
APBT
Mally
Mal
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Labrador Retriever vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Alaskan Malamute breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Labrador Retriever vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Alaskan Malamute Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Labrador Retriever or American Pit Bull Terrier or Alaskan Malamute? Which is the smallest dog, Labrador Retriever or American Pit Bull Terrier or Alaskan Malamute?
Large Medium Large
Weight
Which is heavier, Labrador Retriever or American Pit Bull Terrier or American Pit Bull Terrier? Labrador Retriever vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Alaskan Malamute weight comparison:
Male: 60-75 pounds (27-34kg), Female: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg) 22-78 pounds (10-35 kg) Male: 80 - 95 pounds (36 - 43 kg), Female: 70 - 85 pounds (32 - 38 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 67.5 pounds (30.5 kg), Female: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg) 50 pounds (22.5 kg) Male: 80 - 95 pounds (36 - 43 kg), Female: 70 - 85 pounds (32 - 38 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Labrador Retriever or American Pit Bull Terrier or Alaskan Malamute? Labrador Retriever vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Alaskan Malamute height comparison:
Male: 22-24 inches (56-61cm), Female: 21-23 inches (53-58 cm) 14-24 inches (35-60 cm) Male: 24 - 26 inches (61 - 66 cm), Female: 22 - 24 inches (56 - 61 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 22 inches (55.5 cm) 19 inches (47.5 cm) Male: 24 - 26 inches (61 - 66 cm), Female: 22 - 24 inches (56 - 61 cm)

Labrador Retriever vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Alaskan Malamute Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Labrador Retriever or American Pit Bull Terrier or Alaskan Malamute? Which is more expensive?
$1000-$2000 $500-$700 $1200-$1500
Availability
Which is easier to get, Labrador Retriever or American Pit Bull Terrier or Alaskan Malamute?
Very frequent: The Labrador Retriever is quite easy to get.
Average: The American Pit Bull Terrier is a commonly available dog breed.
Very frequent: The Alaskan Malamute is quite easy to get.

Labrador Retriever vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Alaskan Malamute Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Labrador Retriever vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Alaskan Malamute intelligence:
Outstanding: Labrador Retriever is one of the brightest dog breeds.
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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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Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Trainability
Labrador Retriever vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Alaskan Malamute trainability comparison.
Labrador Retriever dogs are very easy to train.
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American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are easy to train.
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Alaskan Malamute dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Labrador Retriever or American Pit Bull Terrier or Alaskan Malamute?
Labrador Retriever dogs are average watchdogs.
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American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are average watchdogs.
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Alaskan Malamute dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Labrador Retriever or American Pit Bull Terrier or Alaskan Malamute? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Labrador Retriever dogs are average defenders.
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American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are average defenders.
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Alaskan Malamute dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Labrador Retriever vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Alaskan Malamute Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Labrador Retriever or American Pit Bull Terrier or Alaskan Malamute? Labrador Retriever vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Alaskan Malamute behavior/temperament comparison:
Playful
Loving
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Affectionate
Loyal
Gentle
Going
Social
Cheerful
Stubborn
Clownish
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Obedient
Loyal
Strong
Willed
Aggressive
Playful
Dignified
Friendly
Affectionate
Loyal
Devoted
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
Sensitive: Labrador Retriever dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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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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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Labrador Retriever vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Alaskan Malamute?
Slightly Below Average: Labrador Retriever dogs may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence.
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High: American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Average: Alaskan Malamute dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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Social Needs
Labrador Retriever vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Alaskan Malamute social needs comparison:
Labrador Retriever dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are a social breed.
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Alaskan Malamute dogs are a social breed.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Labrador Retriever dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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The wanderlust potential of the American Pit Bull Terrier is strong enough to escape from home.
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Alaskan Malamute dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
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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American Pit Bull Terrier 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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Alaskan Malamute dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Labrador Retriever vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Alaskan Malamute Activity and Playfulness Comparison

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

Labrador Retriever vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Alaskan Malamute Adaptability and Independence Comparison

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

Labrador Retriever vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Alaskan Malamute Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Labrador Retriever or American Pit Bull Terrier or Alaskan Malamute?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Labrador Retriever bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

American Pit Bull Terrier bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

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

Moderate

The Labrador Retriever has an average chance of biting somebody.

High 🔼

The American Pit Bull Terrier has a high chance of biting somebody.

Moderate

The Alaskan Malamute has an average chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Labrador Retriever vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Alaskan Malamute mouthiness comparison:
Labrador Retriever dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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American Pit Bull Terrier dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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Alaskan Malamute dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Labrador Retriever vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Alaskan Malamute Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Labrador Retriever vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Alaskan Malamute health comparison. Which is the healthier: Labrador Retriever vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Alaskan Malamute?
The Labrador Retriever is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
American Pit Bull Terriers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
The Alaskan Malamute 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: Labrador Retriever vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Alaskan Malamute? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Labrador Retriever vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Alaskan Malamute health problems comparison:
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
Demodectic Mange
Skin Allergies
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Hypothyroidism
Chondrodysplasia
Hemeralopia
Inherited Polyneuropathy
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Average
The Labrador Retriever should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Frequent
The American Pit Bull Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Average
The Alaskan Malamute should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Life Expectancy
Labrador Retriever vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Alaskan Malamute lifespan comparison. How long do Labrador Retriever, American Pit Bull Terrier and Alaskan Malamute breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Labrador Retriever: 11 years
10-14 years
The average lifespan of American Pit Bull Terrier: 12 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Alaskan Malamute: 13 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Labrador Retriever vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Alaskan Malamute?
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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Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
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Prefers cold weather
The Alaskan Malamute can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog.
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Labrador Retriever vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Alaskan Malamute Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Labrador Retriever or American Pit Bull Terrier or Alaskan Malamute? Labrador Retriever vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Alaskan Malamute energy level comparison:
Labrador Retriever dogs are high-energy dogs.
American Pit Bull Terrier dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Alaskan Malamute dogs are high-energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Labrador Retriever vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Alaskan Malamute exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Labrador Retriever or American Pit Bull Terrier or Alaskan Malamute? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Labrador Retriever dogs need a lot of exercises.
American Pit Bull Terrier dogs have an average exercise need.
Alaskan Malamute dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Labrador Retriever or American Pit Bull Terrier or Alaskan Malamute?
Labrador Retriever dogs don't need too much sleep.
American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Alaskan Malamute dogs don't need too much sleep.

Labrador Retriever vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Alaskan Malamute Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Labrador Retriever or American Pit Bull Terrier or Alaskan Malamute?
Recommended daily amount: 2.5 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. Recommended daily amount: 1.5 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. Recommended daily amount: 4 to 5 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? Labrador Retriever vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Alaskan Malamute weight gain potential comparison:
High: The Labrador Retriever breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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Average: The American Pit Bull Terrier has an average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Alaskan Malamute has an average risk for obesity.
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Labrador Retriever vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Alaskan Malamute Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Labrador Retriever vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Alaskan Malamute coat comparison:
Dense
Waterproof
Hard
Short
Fine Dense
Rough
Thick
Weather-resistant
Colors
What are the original Labrador Retriever, American Pit Bull Terrier and Alaskan Malamute color?
Black
Yellow
Chocolate
Black
Gray
Tan
Red
Blue
White
Brown
Yellow
Black
Gray
Red
White
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Labrador Retriever or American Pit Bull Terrier or Alaskan Malamute? Labrador Retriever vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Alaskan Malamute grooming comparison:
Effortless: The Labrador Retriever requires minimal grooming.
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Effortless: The American Pit Bull Terrier requires minimal grooming.
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Average: The Alaskan Malamute requires average grooming effort.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Labrador Retriever or American Pit Bull Terrier or Alaskan Malamute? Labrador Retriever or American Pit Bull Terrier or {name3 shedding:
Labrador Retriever dogs shed moderately.
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American Pit Bull Terrier dogs shed moderately.
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Alaskan Malamute dogs are heavy shedders.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Labrador Retriever or American Pit Bull Terrier or Alaskan Malamute?
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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6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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Hypoallergenic
Labrador Retriever vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Alaskan Malamute 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, Labrador Retriever vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Alaskan Malamute?

High 🔼

The Labrador Retriever has a high chance of bad smell.

Medium

The American Pit Bull Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.

Low 🔽

The Alaskan Malamute has a low chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?
The Labrador Retriever is an average drooler.
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The American Pit Bull Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Alaskan Malamute is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Labrador Retriever vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Alaskan Malamute Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Labrador Retriever dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
American Pit Bull Terrier dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Alaskan Malamute dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Labrador Retriever or American Pit Bull Terrier or Alaskan Malamute? Which dog is more friendly?
Labrador Retriever dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Alaskan Malamute dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Labrador Retriever or American Pit Bull Terrier or Alaskan Malamute?
Labrador Retriever dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Alaskan Malamute dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Labrador Retriever or American Pit Bull Terrier or Alaskan Malamute?
Labrador Retriever dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Alaskan Malamute dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Labrador Retriever or American Pit Bull Terrier or Alaskan Malamute?
Labrador Retriever dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are not dog-friendly.
Alaskan Malamute dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Labrador Retriever vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Alaskan Malamute?
Yes
Labrador Retriever dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Alaskan Malamute dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
Labrador Retriever is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
American Pit Bull Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Alaskan Malamute is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
Labrador Retrievers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
American Pit Bull Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.
Alaskan Malamutes are usually recommended for elderly people.

Labrador Retriever vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Alaskan Malamute As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog
Which one could be a service dog?

Yes

This breed makes good as a service dog.
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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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Therapy Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: Labrador Retriever or American Pit Bull Terrier or Alaskan Malamute? Which is better for autism?

Yes

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

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 and Rescue Dog (SAR)
Which one could be a 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.

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog
Which one could be a boat dog: Labrador Retriever vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Alaskan Malamute?

Yes

Labrador Retriever breed usually likes being on a boat.
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Not really

American Pit Bull Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Alaskan Malamute breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog
Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?

Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Fighting Dog / Military Dog

Not really

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

Yes

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

Yes

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

Labrador Retriever vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Alaskan Malamute 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 Labrador Retriever and American Pit Bull Terrier and Alaskan Malamute have?
5-10 puppies 5-8 puppies 4-10 puppies

Labrador Retriever vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Alaskan Malamute Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1917 as a Sporting breed. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1935 as a Working breed.
FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI?
Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Retrievers section. Not recognized by FCI. Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Nordic Sledge Dogs 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
Canadian Canine Registry
American Canine Registry
Dog Registry of America Inc.
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
Backwoods Bulldog 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.
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club

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