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Name	Labrador Retriever	Border Collie	Brittany
Origins	England Canada	England Scotland Wales	France
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Group	Gun Dog	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Gun Dog
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Common Names & Aliases Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Labrador Retriever, Border Collie, and Brittany breeds.	Lab Labrador	Sheepdog Scotch Sheep Dog	American Brittany Brittany Spaniel Epagneul Breton
Breed Classification How do breed classifications differ between Labrador Retriever, Border Collie, and Brittany? Compare their breeding categories.	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Labrador Retriever vs Border Collie vs Brittany Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Compare size differences between Labrador Retriever, Border Collie, and Brittany. Which breed is the largest?	Large	Large	Medium
Weight Statistics How do weights compare between Labrador Retriever, Border Collie, and Brittany? Compare adult weight ranges.	Male: 60-75 pounds (27-34kg), Female: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg)	Male: 30-45 pounds (14-20 kg), Female: 27-42 pounds (12-19 kg)	Male: 35-40 pounds (16-18 kg), Females: 30-40 pounds (14-18 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)	Male: 37.5 pounds (17 kg), Female: 34.5 pounds (15.5 kg)	Male: 37.5 pounds (17 kg), Females: 35 pounds (16 kg)
Height Which is taller, Labrador Retriever or Border Collie or Brittany? Labrador Retriever vs Border Collie vs Brittany height comparison:	Male: 22-24 inches (56-61cm), Female: 21-23 inches (53-58 cm)	Male: 19-22 inches (48-56 cm), Female: 18-21 inches (46-53 cm)	Male: 17-21 inches (43-53 cm), Female: 18-20 inches (46-51 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 22 inches (55.5 cm)	Male: 20.5 inches (52 cm), Female: 19.5 inches (49.5 cm)	Male: 19 inches (48 cm), Female: 19 inches (48.5 cm)

Labrador Retriever vs Border Collie vs Brittany Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy costs for Labrador Retriever, Border Collie, and Brittany. Find price differences between these breeds.	$1000-$2000	$600-$800	$700-$800
Availability Which is easier to get, Labrador Retriever or Border Collie or Brittany?	Very frequent: The Labrador Retriever is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Border Collie is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Brittany is quite easy to get.

Labrador Retriever vs Border Collie vs Brittany Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

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

Personality Traits How do personalities differ between Labrador Retriever, Border Collie, and Brittany? Compare temperaments.	Playful Loving Energetic Alert Intelligent Friendly Responsive Affectionate Loyal Gentle Going Social Cheerful	Energetic Protective Alert Intelligent Responsive Loyal Tenacious	Independent Alert Intelligent Responsive Social
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. See more.	Sensitive: Border Collie dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	Sensitive: Brittany dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Labrador Retriever vs Border Collie vs Brittany?	Slightly Below Average: Labrador Retriever dogs may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence. See more.	High: Border Collie dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Brittany dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Labrador Retriever vs Border Collie vs Brittany social needs comparison:	Labrador Retriever dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Border Collie dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Brittany dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Labrador Retriever dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Border Collie dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Brittany is strong enough to escape from home. See more.
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. See more.	Border Collie 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.	Brittany dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Labrador Retriever vs Border Collie vs Brittany Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Compare barking frequencies of Labrador Retriever, Border Collie, and Brittany. Which breed is most vocal?	Average: The Labrador Retriever barks occasionally. See more.	Low to Average: The Border Collie rarely barks. See more.	Average: The Brittany barks occasionally. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Playful Nature Compare playfulness levels between Labrador Retriever, Border Collie, and Brittany. Which breed is most playful?	The Labrador Retriever is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Border Collie is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Brittany is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Compare apartment suitability of Labrador Retriever, Border Collie, and Brittany. Which adapts best to small spaces?	It is not recommended to keep the Labrador Retriever breed in the home.	It is not recommended to keep the Border Collie breed in the home.	It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Brittany indoors.
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Labrador Retriever vs Border Collie vs Brittany Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Compare adaptability between Labrador Retriever, Border Collie, and Brittany. Which breed is most flexible?	Labrador Retriever dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Border Collie dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Brittany dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Labrador Retriever or Border Collie or Brittany?	Labrador Retriever dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Border Collie dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Brittany dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Labrador Retriever vs Border Collie vs Brittany Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Labrador Retriever vs Border Collie vs Brittany Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Compare life expectancies of Labrador Retriever, Border Collie, and Brittany. Which breed lives longest?	10-12 years The average lifespan of Labrador Retriever: 11 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Border Collie: 13 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Brittany: 13 years
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Climate Tolerance Compare weather adaptability between Labrador Retriever, Border Collie, and Brittany. 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.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Border Collie can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Brittany can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.
Health Concerns Compare health problems common in Labrador Retriever, Border Collie, and Brittany. Which has fewer health issues?	The Labrador Retriever is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Border Collie is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Brittany 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?	Average The Labrador Retriever should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Border Collie should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Brittany 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: Labrador Retriever vs Border Collie vs Brittany? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Labrador Retriever vs Border Collie vs Brittany 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 Allergies Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Collie Eye Anomaly Osteochondrosis Dissecans	Hip Dysplasia Hypothyroidism Epilepsy

Labrador Retriever vs Border Collie vs Brittany Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Labrador Retriever vs Border Collie vs Brittany Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Compare weight gain tendencies between Labrador Retriever, Border Collie, and Brittany. Which is most prone to obesity?	High: The Labrador Retriever breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	Average: The Border Collie has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Brittany has an average risk for obesity. See more.
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Food Consumption Compare food requirements between Labrador Retriever, Border Collie, and Brittany. Which needs most food?	Recommended daily amount: 2.5 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three meals.	1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot

Labrador Retriever vs Border Collie vs Brittany Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Labrador Retriever, Border Collie, and Brittany. Which is best for allergy sufferers?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
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Coat Colors Compare color variations between Labrador Retriever, Border Collie, and Brittany. What colors are available?	Black Yellow Chocolate	Black Tan Red Sable Brindle Lilac Gold Seal White & Red Slate Sable Merle Black & White Tricolor Blue merle Blue merle-tricolor Slate merle Red merle Saddleback Sable White & Blue White & Blue Merle White & Red Merle White Ticked White & Gold White & Sable White & Seal	White Orange Liver Roan
Grooming Requirements Compare grooming needs between Labrador Retriever, Border Collie, and Brittany. Which requires most maintenance?	Effortless: The Labrador Retriever requires minimal grooming. See more.	Average: The Border Collie requires average grooming effort. See more.	Easy to groom: The Brittany doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Drooling Tendency Compare drooling tendencies between Labrador Retriever, Border Collie, and Brittany. Which drools least?	The Labrador Retriever is an average drooler. See more.	The Border Collie is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Brittany is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Compare odor levels between Labrador Retriever, Border Collie, and Brittany. Which has least natural smell?	High 🔼 The Labrador Retriever has a high chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Border Collie has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Brittany has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics Compare coat types between Labrador Retriever, Border Collie, and Brittany. How do their fur characteristics differ?	Dense Waterproof Hard Short	Dense Feathered Straight Short Moderately Long	Feathered
Bathing Needs Compare bathing needs between Labrador Retriever, Border Collie, and Brittany. Which requires most frequent baths?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Labrador Retriever or Border Collie or Brittany? Labrador Retriever or Border Collie or {name3 shedding:	Labrador Retriever dogs shed moderately. See more.	Border Collie dogs shed moderately. See more.	Brittany dogs are low shedders. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most

Labrador Retriever vs Border Collie vs Brittany Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Compare child-friendliness between Labrador Retriever, Border Collie, and Brittany. Which is best with kids?	Labrador Retriever dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Border Collie dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Brittany dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Labrador Retriever dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Border Collie dogs are generally with other pets.	Brittany dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Labrador Retriever or Border Collie or Brittany? Which dog is more friendly?	Labrador Retriever dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	Border Collie dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Brittany dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Labrador Retriever or Border Collie or Brittany?	Labrador Retriever dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Border Collie dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Brittany dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Labrador Retriever or Border Collie or Brittany?	Labrador Retriever dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Border Collie dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Brittany dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Labrador Retriever vs Border Collie vs Brittany?	Yes Labrador Retriever dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Border Collie dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Brittany 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 Border Collie is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Brittany 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.	Border Collies are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Brittanys are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Labrador Retriever vs Border Collie vs Brittany As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Compare service dog potential between Labrador Retriever, Border Collie, and Brittany. 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.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Work Suitability Compare therapy dog potential between Labrador Retriever, Border Collie, and Brittany. 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.
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Scent Detection Ability Compare detection capabilities between Labrador Retriever, Border Collie, and Brittany. 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 Labrador Retriever, Border Collie, and Brittany. 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 Labrador Retriever, Border Collie, and Brittany. Which is best suited for water work?	Yes Labrador Retriever breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Not really Border Collie breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Brittany breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Compare cart pulling abilities between Labrador Retriever, Border Collie, and Brittany. 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 Labrador Retriever, Border Collie, and Brittany. 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.

Labrador Retriever vs Border Collie vs Brittany Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare typical litter sizes of Labrador Retriever, Border Collie, and Brittany. Which has most puppies?	5-10 puppies	4-8 puppies	1-11 puppies, average 6
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Pregnancy Duration Compare gestation periods of Labrador Retriever, Border Collie, and Brittany. Any breeding differences?	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding intervals between Labrador Retriever, Border Collie, and Brittany. 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.

Labrador Retriever vs Border Collie vs Brittany Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC groups for Labrador Retriever, Border Collie, and Brittany. How are they classified?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1917 as a Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1995 as a Herding breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1934 as a Sporting breed.
FCI Classification Compare FCI groups for Labrador Retriever, Border Collie, and Brittany. 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 Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section.	Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the Continental Pointing Dogs section.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare breed recognition status of Labrador Retriever, Border Collie, and Brittany. 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 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 The American Int. Border Collie Registry The American Border Collie Association	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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