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Name	Labrador Retriever	Dalmatian	Beagle
Origins	England Canada	Croatia	England
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Group	Gun Dog	Companion Dogs	Hunting Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Lab Labrador	Carriage Dog Dally Firehouse Dog Plum Pudding Dog Spotted Coach Dog Dal	English Beagle
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Labrador Retriever vs Dalmatian vs Beagle breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Labrador Retriever vs Dalmatian vs Beagle Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Labrador Retriever or Dalmatian or Beagle? Which is the smallest dog, Labrador Retriever or Dalmatian or Beagle?	Large	Large	Small
Weight Which is heavier, Labrador Retriever or Dalmatian or Dalmatian? Labrador Retriever vs Dalmatian vs Beagle weight comparison:	Male: 60-75 pounds (27-34kg), Female: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg)	about 55 pounds (25 kg)	Male: 22-25 pounds (10-11 kg), Female: 20-23 pounds (9-10 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 67.5 pounds (30.5 kg), Female: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg)	about 55 pounds (25 kg)	Male: 23.5 pounds (10.5 kg), Female: 21.5 pounds (9.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Labrador Retriever or Dalmatian or Beagle? Labrador Retriever vs Dalmatian vs Beagle height comparison:	Male: 22-24 inches (56-61cm), Female: 21-23 inches (53-58 cm)	Male: 22 - 24 inches (50 – 60 cm), Female: 20 - 22 inches (50 - 55 cm)	Male: 14-16 inches (36-41 cm), Female: 13-15 inches (33-38 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 22 inches (55.5 cm)	Male: 22 - 24 inches (50 – 60 cm), Female: 20 - 22 inches (50 - 55 cm)	Male: 15 inches (38.5 cm), Female: 14 inches (35.5 cm)

Labrador Retriever vs Dalmatian vs Beagle Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Labrador Retriever or Dalmatian or Beagle? Which is more expensive?	$1000-$2000	$500-$600	$500-$800
Availability Which is easier to get, Labrador Retriever or Dalmatian or Beagle?	Very frequent: The Labrador Retriever is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Dalmatian is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Beagle is quite easy to get.

Labrador Retriever vs Dalmatian vs Beagle Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Labrador Retriever vs Dalmatian vs Beagle intelligence:	Outstanding: Labrador Retriever is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Smart: The Dalmatian dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.
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Trainability Labrador Retriever vs Dalmatian vs Beagle trainability comparison.	Labrador Retriever dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Dalmatian dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Beagle dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Labrador Retriever or Dalmatian or Beagle?	Labrador Retriever dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Dalmatian dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Beagle dogs are not the best choice if you want a good watchdog. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Labrador Retriever or Dalmatian or Beagle? 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.	Dalmatian dogs are average defenders. See more.	Beagle dogs can't provide protection for their territory. See more.
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Labrador Retriever vs Dalmatian vs Beagle Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Labrador Retriever or Dalmatian or Beagle? Labrador Retriever vs Dalmatian vs Beagle behavior/temperament comparison:	Playful Loving Energetic Alert Intelligent Friendly Responsive Affectionate Loyal Gentle Going Social Cheerful	Active Playful Energetic Sensitive Intelligent Friendly Outgoing	Loving Independent Intelligent Friendly Lively Gentle Sweet
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.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Labrador Retriever vs Dalmatian vs Beagle?	Slightly Below Average: Labrador Retriever dogs may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence. See more.	High: Dalmatian dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Beagle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Labrador Retriever vs Dalmatian vs Beagle social needs comparison:	Labrador Retriever dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Dalmatian dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Beagle dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Labrador Retriever dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Dalmatian is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Beagle dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Labrador Retriever dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.	Dalmatian dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.	Beagle dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Labrador Retriever vs Dalmatian vs Beagle Activity and Playfulness Comparison

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

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

Labrador Retriever vs Dalmatian vs Beagle Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Labrador Retriever vs Dalmatian vs Beagle Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Labrador Retriever vs Dalmatian vs Beagle health comparison. Which is the healthier: Labrador Retriever vs Dalmatian vs Beagle?	The Labrador Retriever is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Dalmatians are commonly healthy dogs.	The Beagle 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 Dalmatian vs Beagle? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Labrador Retriever vs Dalmatian vs Beagle 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 Deafness Skin Allergies Iris Sphincter Dysplasia Urolithiasis	Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Intervertebral Disk Disease Cherry Eye Distichiasis Glaucoma Beagle Dwarfism Chinese Beagle Syndrome
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Labrador Retriever should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Rare The Dalmatian should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Average The Beagle should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Labrador Retriever vs Dalmatian vs Beagle lifespan comparison. How long do Labrador Retriever, Dalmatian and Beagle breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	10-12 years The average lifespan of Labrador Retriever: 11 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Dalmatian: 13 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Beagle: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Labrador Retriever vs Dalmatian vs Beagle?	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.

Labrador Retriever vs Dalmatian vs Beagle Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Labrador Retriever or Dalmatian or Beagle? Labrador Retriever vs Dalmatian vs Beagle energy level comparison:	Labrador Retriever dogs are high-energy dogs.	Dalmatian dogs are high-energy dogs.	Beagle dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Labrador Retriever vs Dalmatian vs Beagle exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Labrador Retriever or Dalmatian or Beagle? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Labrador Retriever dogs need a lot of exercises.	Dalmatian dogs need a lot of exercises.	Beagle dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Labrador Retriever or Dalmatian or Beagle?	Labrador Retriever dogs don't need too much sleep.	Dalmatian dogs don't need too much sleep.	Beagle dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Labrador Retriever vs Dalmatian vs Beagle Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Labrador Retriever or Dalmatian or Beagle?	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 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	0.5 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Labrador Retriever vs Dalmatian vs Beagle 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 Dalmatian's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	High: The Beagle breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Labrador Retriever vs Dalmatian vs Beagle Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Labrador Retriever vs Dalmatian vs Beagle coat comparison:	Dense Waterproof Hard Short	Fine	Dense
Colors What are the original Labrador Retriever, Dalmatian and Beagle color?	Black Yellow Chocolate	Black White Brown Liver	Black Tan Red White Tricolor
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Labrador Retriever or Dalmatian or Beagle? Labrador Retriever vs Dalmatian vs Beagle grooming comparison:	Effortless: The Labrador Retriever requires minimal grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Dalmatian requires minimal grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Beagle requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Labrador Retriever or Dalmatian or Beagle? Labrador Retriever or Dalmatian or {name3 shedding:	Labrador Retriever dogs shed moderately. See more.	Dalmatian dogs are heavy shedders. See more.	Beagle dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Labrador Retriever or Dalmatian or Beagle?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.
Hypoallergenic Labrador Retriever vs Dalmatian vs Beagle hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Labrador Retriever vs Dalmatian vs Beagle?	High 🔼 The Labrador Retriever has a high chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Dalmatian has a low chance of bad smell.	High 🔼 The Beagle has a high chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Labrador Retriever is an average drooler. See more.	The Dalmatian is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Beagle is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Labrador Retriever vs Dalmatian vs Beagle Good With Comparison

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

Labrador Retriever vs Dalmatian vs Beagle 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.	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Labrador Retriever or Dalmatian or Beagle? 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.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.
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Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	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.	Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR) Which one could be a search and rescue dog?	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.	Yes This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Labrador Retriever vs Dalmatian vs Beagle?	Yes Labrador Retriever breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Not really Dalmatian breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Yes Beagle breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.
Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Fighting Dog / Military Dog	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Labrador Retriever vs Dalmatian vs Beagle Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.
Litter Size How many puppies can Labrador Retriever and Dalmatian and Beagle have?	5-10 puppies	6-9 puppies	2-14 puppies, average 7
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Labrador Retriever vs Dalmatian vs Beagle Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1917 as a Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1888 as a Non-Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Hound breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Retrievers section.	Recognized by FCI in the Scent hounds and related breeds group, in the Related breeds section.	Recognized by FCI in the Scent hounds and related breeds group, in the Scent hounds section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club Canadian Canine Registry	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club	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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