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Labrador Retriever vs Caucasian Ovcharka Comparison – Which dog is better Lab or Caucasian Mountain Dog?

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Common Names & Aliases
Compare different names used for Labrador Retriever and Caucasian Ovcharka. What other names are these breeds known by?
Lab
Labrador
Caucasian Mountain Dog
Caucasian Sheepdog
Kaukasische Schaferhund
Kawkasky Owtscharka
Caucasian Ovcharka
Breed Classification
Compare breed classifications between a Labrador Retriever and a Caucasian Ovcharka. Learn about their genetic backgrounds.
Purebred Purebred

Labrador Retriever vs Caucasian Ovcharka Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Which is bigger: a Labrador Retriever or a Caucasian Ovcharka? Compare size differences between these breeds.
Large Giant
Weight Statistics
Compare weight ranges between a Labrador Retriever and a Caucasian Ovcharka. Which breed is heavier?
Male: 60-75 pounds (27-34kg), Female: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg) 99-154 pounds (45-70 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) 126.5 pounds (57.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Labrador Retriever or Caucasian Ovcharka? Is a Labrador Retriever taller than a Caucasian Ovcharka?
Male: 22-24 inches (56-61cm), Female: 21-23 inches (53-58 cm) 25-28 inches (64-72 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 22 inches (55.5 cm) 26.5 inches (68 cm)

Labrador Retriever vs Caucasian Ovcharka Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range
Compare puppy prices between a Labrador Retriever and a Caucasian Ovcharka. Which breed costs more?
$1000-$2000 $1500-$2500
Availability
Which is easier to get, Labrador Retriever or Caucasian Ovcharka?
Very frequent: The Labrador Retriever is quite easy to get.
Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.

Labrador Retriever vs Caucasian Ovcharka Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating
Which is smarter: a Labrador Retriever or a Caucasian Ovcharka? Compare intelligence rankings and learning abilities.
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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Training Difficulty
Which is easier to train: a Labrador Retriever or a Caucasian Ovcharka? Compare training requirements.
Labrador Retriever dogs are very easy to train.
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Caucasian Ovcharka dogs are quite easy to train.
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Watchdog Rating
Which makes a better watchdog: a Labrador Retriever or a Caucasian Ovcharka? Compare alertness levels.
Labrador Retriever dogs are average watchdogs.
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Caucasian Ovcharka dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Territorial Protection
Which is more protective: a Labrador Retriever or a Caucasian Ovcharka? Compare territorial behaviors.
Labrador Retriever dogs are average defenders.
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Caucasian Ovcharka dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Labrador Retriever vs Caucasian Ovcharka Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits
Compare personalities of a Labrador Retriever and a Caucasian Ovcharka. How do their temperaments differ?
Playful
Loving
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Affectionate
Loyal
Gentle
Going
Social
Cheerful
Alert
Powerful
Dominant
Quick
Calm
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Labrador Retriever vs Caucasian Ovcharka?
Sensitive: Labrador Retriever dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Caucasian Ovcharka dogs are less sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Labrador Retriever vs Caucasian Ovcharka?
Slightly Below Average: Labrador Retriever dogs may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence.
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Average to High: Caucasian Ovcharka dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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Social Needs
Labrador Retriever vs Caucasian Ovcharka social needs comparison:
Labrador Retriever dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Caucasian Ovcharka dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between Labrador Retriever vs Caucasian Ovcharka?
Labrador Retriever dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Caucasian Ovcharka dogs tend to escape less than other breeds.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between Labrador Retriever vs Caucasian Ovcharka? 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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Caucasian Ovcharka 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 vs Caucasian Ovcharka Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency
Which breed barks more: a Labrador Retriever or a Caucasian Ovcharka? Compare vocalization tendencies.
Average: The Labrador Retriever barks occasionally.
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Average to High: The Caucasian Ovcharka is a vocal breed.
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Playful Nature
Which breed is more playful: a Labrador Retriever or a Caucasian Ovcharka? Compare play drive and energy.
The Labrador Retriever is a highly playful breed.
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The Caucasian Ovcharka is a playful breed.
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Apartment Adaptability
Which is better for apartments: a Labrador Retriever or a Caucasian Ovcharka? Compare living space needs.
It is not recommended to keep the Labrador Retriever 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 Caucasian Ovcharka indoors.

Labrador Retriever vs Caucasian Ovcharka Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability
Which adapts better to changes: a Labrador Retriever or a Caucasian Ovcharka? Compare adaptability levels.
Labrador Retriever dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Average: Caucasian Ovcharka dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: Labrador Retriever or Caucasian Ovcharka?
Labrador Retriever dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Labrador Retriever vs Caucasian Ovcharka Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment
Which has lower bite risk: a Labrador Retriever or a Caucasian Ovcharka? Compare biting tendencies.

Moderate

The Labrador Retriever has an average chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Caucasian Ovcharka has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency
Which is more mouthy: a Labrador Retriever or a Caucasian Ovcharka? Compare mouthing behaviors.
Labrador Retriever dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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Caucasian Ovcharka dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Bite Strength Rating
Which has a stronger bite: a Labrador Retriever or a Caucasian Ovcharka? Compare bite force PSI.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Labrador Retriever bite force: Ordinary.

Above 400 PSI 🔼

Caucasian Ovcharka bite force: The Strongest.

Labrador Retriever vs Caucasian Ovcharka Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Which lives longer: a Labrador Retriever or a Caucasian Ovcharka? Compare average lifespans.
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Labrador Retriever: 11 years
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Caucasian Ovcharka: 11 years
Climate Tolerance
Which handles weather better: a Labrador Retriever or a Caucasian Ovcharka? Compare climate tolerances.
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 cold weather
The Caucasian Ovcharka can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog.
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Health Concerns
Compare common health issues between a Labrador Retriever and a Caucasian Ovcharka. Which breed is healthier?
The Labrador Retriever is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Caucasian Ovcharkas tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Vet Care Frequency
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Labrador Retriever vs Caucasian Ovcharka?
Average
The Labrador Retriever should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Frequent
The Caucasian Ovcharka should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Labrador Retriever vs Caucasian Ovcharka? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Labrador Retriever vs Caucasian Ovcharka 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
Joint Dysplasia

Labrador Retriever vs Caucasian Ovcharka Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating
Which breed is more energetic: a Labrador Retriever or a Caucasian Ovcharka? Compare activity levels.
Labrador Retriever dogs are high-energy dogs.
Caucasian Ovcharka dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Labrador Retriever vs Caucasian Ovcharka exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Labrador Retriever or Caucasian Ovcharka? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Labrador Retriever dogs need a lot of exercises.
Caucasian Ovcharka dogs exercise need is minimal.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Labrador Retriever or Caucasian Ovcharka?
Labrador Retriever dogs don't need too much sleep.
Caucasian Ovcharka dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.

Labrador Retriever vs Caucasian Ovcharka Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency
Which gains weight easier: a Labrador Retriever or a Caucasian Ovcharka? Compare obesity risks.
High: The Labrador Retriever breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Caucasian Ovcharka's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Food Consumption
Which eats more: a Labrador Retriever or a Caucasian Ovcharka? Compare daily food needs.
Recommended daily amount: 2.5 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 4 to 7 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.

Labrador Retriever vs Caucasian Ovcharka Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness
Which is more hypoallergenic: a Labrador Retriever or a Caucasian Ovcharka? Compare allergy friendliness.
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Coat Colors
What color variations exist for Labrador Retriever and Caucasian Ovcharka? Compare breed colors.
Black
Yellow
Chocolate
Black
Gray
Cream
White
Silver
Yellow
Grooming Requirements
Which needs more grooming: a Labrador Retriever or a Caucasian Ovcharka? Compare maintenance needs.
Effortless: The Labrador Retriever requires minimal grooming.
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Easy to groom: The Caucasian Ovcharka doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Drooling Tendency
Which drools more: a Labrador Retriever or a Caucasian Ovcharka? Compare drooling amounts.
The Labrador Retriever is an average drooler.
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The Caucasian Ovcharka 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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Stinkiness Rating
Which has less odor: a Labrador Retriever or a Caucasian Ovcharka? Compare natural smell levels.

High 🔼

The Labrador Retriever has a high chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Caucasian Ovcharka has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics
How do coats differ between a Labrador Retriever and a Caucasian Ovcharka? Compare fur types.
Dense
Waterproof
Hard
Short
Dense
Thick
Double
Bathing Needs
Which needs more baths: a Labrador Retriever or a Caucasian Ovcharka? Compare bathing frequencies.
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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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Labrador Retriever or Caucasian Ovcharka? Do Labrador Retriever dogs shed more than Caucasian Ovcharka dogs?
Labrador Retriever dogs shed moderately.
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Caucasian Ovcharka dogs shed moderately.
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Labrador Retriever vs Caucasian Ovcharka Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility
Which is better with children: a Labrador Retriever or a Caucasian Ovcharka? Compare kid-friendliness.
Labrador Retriever dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Caucasian Ovcharka dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Pet Compatibility
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Labrador Retriever dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Caucasian Ovcharka dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Labrador Retriever or Caucasian Ovcharka? Which dog is more friendly?
Labrador Retriever dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Caucasian Ovcharka dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Labrador Retriever or Caucasian Ovcharka?
Labrador Retriever dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Caucasian Ovcharka dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Labrador Retriever or Caucasian Ovcharka? Can a Labrador Retriever and a Caucasian Ovcharka be friends? Do Labrador Retriever dogs get along with Caucasian Ovcharka dogs?
Labrador Retriever dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Caucasian Ovcharka dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is best for first time owners: Labrador Retriever vs Caucasian Ovcharka?
Yes
Labrador Retriever dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Caucasian Ovcharka 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
Caucasian Ovcharka 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.
Caucasian Ovcharkas are usually recommended for elderly people.

Labrador Retriever vs Caucasian Ovcharka As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability
Which makes a better service dog: a Labrador Retriever or a Caucasian Ovcharka? Compare service capabilities.

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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Therapy Work Suitability
Which is better for therapy work: a Labrador Retriever or a Caucasian Ovcharka? Compare therapy capabilities.

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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Scent Detection Ability
Which is better at detection work: a Labrador Retriever or a Caucasian Ovcharka? Compare scenting abilities.

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
Which is better for search and rescue: a Labrador Retriever or a Caucasian Ovcharka? Compare SAR abilities.

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
Which is better on boats: a Labrador Retriever or a Caucasian Ovcharka? Compare maritime abilities.

Yes

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

Caucasian Ovcharka breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Draft Work Capability
Which is better at pulling: a Labrador Retriever or a Caucasian Ovcharka? Compare draft work capabilities.

Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Yes

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Military Service Background
Compare military history between Labrador Retriever and Caucasian Ovcharka. Which has stronger military background?

Not really

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

Yes

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

Labrador Retriever vs Caucasian Ovcharka Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare litter sizes between Labrador Retriever and Caucasian Ovcharka. Which has larger litters?
5-10 puppies 5-10 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
Compare pregnancy duration between Labrador Retriever and Caucasian Ovcharka breeds.
60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding frequencies between Labrador Retriever and Caucasian Ovcharka. Which needs longer recovery?

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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Labrador Retriever vs Caucasian Ovcharka Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC classifications of Labrador Retriever and Caucasian Ovcharka. Which groups do they belong to?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1917 as a Sporting breed. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Classification
Compare FCI classifications of Labrador Retriever and Caucasian Ovcharka. Which groups are they in?
Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Retrievers section. Not recognized by FCI.
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare kennel club recognition between Labrador Retriever and Caucasian Ovcharka. Which is more widely recognized?
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
America's Pet Registry
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
Foundation Stock Service

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