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Name	Labrador Retriever	Cavapoo	Japanese Spitz
Origins	England Canada	Australia	Japan
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Lab Labrador	Cavoodle	Nihon Supittsu
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Labrador Retriever vs Cavapoo vs Japanese Spitz breed type comparison:	Purebred	Cross Breed	Purebred

Labrador Retriever vs Cavapoo vs Japanese Spitz Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Labrador Retriever or Cavapoo or Japanese Spitz? Which is the smallest dog, Labrador Retriever or Cavapoo or Japanese Spitz?	Large	Small Medium	Small
Weight Which is heavier, Labrador Retriever or Cavapoo or Cavapoo? Labrador Retriever vs Cavapoo vs Japanese Spitz weight comparison:	Male: 60-75 pounds (27-34kg), Female: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg)	12-24 pounds (5.4-11 kg)	11-20 pounds (5-10 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)	18 pounds (5.7.5 kg)	15.5 pounds (7.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Labrador Retriever or Cavapoo or Japanese Spitz? Labrador Retriever vs Cavapoo vs Japanese Spitz height comparison:	Male: 22-24 inches (56-61cm), Female: 21-23 inches (53-58 cm)	11-18 inches (28-45 cm)	12-15 inches (30-38 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 22 inches (55.5 cm)	14.5 inches (36.5 cm)	13.5 inches (34 cm)

Labrador Retriever vs Cavapoo vs Japanese Spitz Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Labrador Retriever or Cavapoo or Japanese Spitz? Which is more expensive?	$1000-$2000	$1200-$1800	$500-$800
Availability Which is easier to get, Labrador Retriever or Cavapoo or Japanese Spitz?	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.	Average: The Japanese Spitz is a commonly available dog breed.

Labrador Retriever vs Cavapoo vs Japanese Spitz Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Labrador Retriever vs Cavapoo vs Japanese Spitz intelligence:	Outstanding: Labrador Retriever is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Very smart: Cavapoo is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.
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Trainability Labrador Retriever vs Cavapoo vs Japanese Spitz trainability comparison.	Labrador Retriever dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Cavapoo dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Japanese Spitz dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Labrador Retriever or Cavapoo or Japanese Spitz?	Labrador Retriever dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Cavapoo dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Japanese Spitz dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Labrador Retriever or Cavapoo or Japanese Spitz? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Labrador Retriever dogs are average defenders. See more.	Cavapoo dogs are not the best to protect their territory. See more.	Japanese Spitz dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Labrador Retriever vs Cavapoo vs Japanese Spitz Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Labrador Retriever or Cavapoo or Japanese Spitz? Labrador Retriever vs Cavapoo vs Japanese Spitz behavior/temperament comparison:	Playful Loving Energetic Alert Intelligent Friendly Responsive Affectionate Loyal Gentle Going Social Cheerful	Loving Intelligent Gentle	Playful Intelligent Affectionate Loyal Proud Companionable
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.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Japanese Spitz dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Labrador Retriever vs Cavapoo vs Japanese Spitz?	Slightly Below Average: Labrador Retriever dogs may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence. See more.	High: Cavapoo dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Japanese Spitz 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 Cavapoo vs Japanese Spitz social needs comparison:	Labrador Retriever dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Cavapoo dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Japanese Spitz 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.	Cavapoo dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Japanese Spitz dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. 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.	Cavapoo 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.	Japanese Spitz dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Labrador Retriever vs Cavapoo vs Japanese Spitz Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Labrador Retriever vs Cavapoo vs Japanese Spitz playfulness comparison:	The Labrador Retriever is a highly playful breed. See more.	Average: Cavapoos, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Japanese Spitz is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Labrador Retriever vs Cavapoo vs Japanese Spitz?	Average: The Labrador Retriever barks occasionally. See more.	Average: The Cavapoo barks occasionally. See more.	A lot: Japanese Spitz 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 Labrador Retriever or Cavapoo or Japanese Spitz?	It is not recommended to keep the Labrador Retriever breed in the home.	Very house-friendly dog the Cavapoo breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Japanese Spitz breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Labrador Retriever vs Cavapoo vs Japanese Spitz 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.	Cavapoo dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Japanese Spitz dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Labrador Retriever or Cavapoo or Japanese Spitz?	Labrador Retriever dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Cavapoo dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Japanese Spitz dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Labrador Retriever vs Cavapoo vs Japanese Spitz Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Labrador Retriever or Cavapoo or Japanese Spitz?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Labrador Retriever bite force: Ordinary.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Cavapoo bite force: Weak.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Japanese Spitz 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:	Moderate ⏺ The Labrador Retriever has an average chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Cavapoo has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Japanese Spitz has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Labrador Retriever vs Cavapoo vs Japanese Spitz mouthiness comparison:	Labrador Retriever dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Cavapoo dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Japanese Spitz dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Labrador Retriever vs Cavapoo vs Japanese Spitz Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Labrador Retriever vs Cavapoo vs Japanese Spitz health comparison. Which is the healthier: Labrador Retriever vs Cavapoo vs Japanese Spitz?	The Labrador Retriever is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Very healthy dog breed.	The Japanese Spitz is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Labrador Retriever vs Cavapoo vs Japanese Spitz? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Labrador Retriever vs Cavapoo vs Japanese Spitz 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 Patellar Luxation	Patellar Luxation Runny Eyes
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.	Rare The Cavapoo should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Average The Japanese Spitz should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy Labrador Retriever vs Cavapoo vs Japanese Spitz lifespan comparison. How long do Labrador Retriever, Cavapoo and Japanese Spitz breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	10-12 years The average lifespan of Labrador Retriever: 11 years	9-15 years The average lifespan of Cavapoo: 12 years	10-16 years The average lifespan of Japanese Spitz: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Labrador Retriever vs Cavapoo vs Japanese Spitz?	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 Cavapoo 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 Japanese Spitz can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Labrador Retriever vs Cavapoo vs Japanese Spitz Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Labrador Retriever vs Cavapoo vs Japanese Spitz Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Labrador Retriever or Cavapoo or Japanese Spitz?	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.	1/2 to 1 cup dry food a day.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Labrador Retriever vs Cavapoo vs Japanese Spitz weight gain potential comparison:	High: The Labrador Retriever breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Cavapoo's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Low to Average: The Japanese Spitz has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Labrador Retriever vs Cavapoo vs Japanese Spitz Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Labrador Retriever vs Cavapoo vs Japanese Spitz coat comparison:	Dense Waterproof Hard Short	Curly Wavy Straight	Thick
Colors What are the original Labrador Retriever, Cavapoo and Japanese Spitz color?	Black Yellow Chocolate	Black Cream White Sable Tricolor Chestnut Apricot Red sable Phantom	White
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Labrador Retriever or Cavapoo or Japanese Spitz? Labrador Retriever vs Cavapoo vs Japanese Spitz grooming comparison:	Effortless: The Labrador Retriever requires minimal grooming. See more.	Advanced: The Cavapoo requires a lot of grooming. See more.	Advanced: The Japanese Spitz requires a lot of grooming. See more.
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Shedding Level Who sheds more Labrador Retriever or Cavapoo or Japanese Spitz? Labrador Retriever or Cavapoo or {name3 shedding:	Labrador Retriever dogs shed moderately. See more.	Cavapoo dogs shed moderately. See more.	Japanese Spitz 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: Labrador Retriever or Cavapoo or Japanese Spitz?	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.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.
Hypoallergenic Labrador Retriever vs Cavapoo vs Japanese Spitz hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	Yes See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Labrador Retriever vs Cavapoo vs Japanese Spitz?	High 🔼 The Labrador Retriever has a high chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Cavapoo has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Japanese Spitz has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Labrador Retriever is an average drooler. See more.	The Cavapoo is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Japanese Spitz is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Labrador Retriever vs Cavapoo vs Japanese Spitz Good With Comparison

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

Labrador Retriever vs Cavapoo vs Japanese Spitz As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	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 Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Labrador Retriever or Cavapoo or Japanese Spitz? Which is better for autism?	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.
Therapy Dog Breeds
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.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	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 Cavapoo vs Japanese Spitz?	Yes Labrador Retriever breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Yes Cavapoo breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Not really Japanese Spitz breed usually doesn't like 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.

Labrador Retriever vs Cavapoo vs Japanese Spitz 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 Labrador Retriever and Cavapoo and Japanese Spitz have?	5-10 puppies	2-8 puppies	1-6 puppies
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Labrador Retriever vs Cavapoo vs Japanese Spitz 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.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
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 Asian Spitz and related breeds 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	Dog Registry of America Inc. American Canine Hybrid Club Designer Breed Registry Designer Dogs Kennel Club International Designer Canine Registry	American Canine Registry America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain American Canine Association, Inc. Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club

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