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Name	Labrador Retriever	Doberman Pinscher	Golden Retriever
Origins	England Canada	Germany	Scotland
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Group	Gun Dog	Working Dogs	Gun Dog
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Lab Labrador	Doberman Dobermann Dobynm Dobie	Golden Flat Coat Yellow Retriever
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Labrador Retriever vs Doberman Pinscher vs Golden Retriever breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Labrador Retriever vs Doberman Pinscher vs Golden Retriever Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Labrador Retriever or Doberman Pinscher or Golden Retriever? Which is more expensive?	$1000-$2000	$800-$1000	$1000-$2000
Availability Which is easier to get, Labrador Retriever or Doberman Pinscher or Golden Retriever?	Very frequent: The Labrador Retriever is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Doberman Pinscher is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Golden Retriever is quite easy to get.

Labrador Retriever vs Doberman Pinscher vs Golden Retriever Size Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Labrador Retriever or Doberman Pinscher or Golden Retriever? Which is the smallest dog, Labrador Retriever or Doberman Pinscher or Golden Retriever?	Large	Medium	Large
Weight Which is heavier, Labrador Retriever or Doberman Pinscher or Doberman Pinscher? Labrador Retriever vs Doberman Pinscher vs Golden Retriever weight comparison:	Male: 60-75 pounds (27-34kg), Female: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg)	Male: 88-99 pounds (40-45 kg), Female: 71-77 pounds (32-35 kg)	Male: 60-80 pounds (27-36 kg), Female: 55-70 pounds (25-32 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: 93.5 pounds (42.5 kg), Female: 74 pounds (33.5 kg)	Male: 70 pounds (31.5 kg), Female: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Labrador Retriever or Doberman Pinscher or Golden Retriever? Labrador Retriever vs Doberman Pinscher vs Golden Retriever height comparison:	Male: 22-24 inches (56-61cm), Female: 21-23 inches (53-58 cm)	Male: 26-28 inches (66-71cm), Female: 24-26 inches (61-66 cm)	Male: 22-24 inches (56-61cm), Female: 20-22 inches (51-56 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 22 inches (55.5 cm)	Male: 27 inches (68.5 cm), Female: 25 inches (63.5 cm)	Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 21 inches (53.5 cm)

Labrador Retriever vs Doberman Pinscher vs Golden Retriever Grooming, Hair and Care Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Labrador Retriever vs Doberman Pinscher vs Golden Retriever coat comparison:	Dense Waterproof Hard Short	Fine	Silky Wavy Shiny Straight
Colors What are the original Labrador Retriever, Doberman Pinscher and Golden Retriever color?	Black Yellow Chocolate	Black Tan Red Blue White Brown	Golden Light
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Labrador Retriever or Doberman Pinscher or Golden Retriever? Labrador Retriever vs Doberman Pinscher vs Golden Retriever grooming comparison:	Effortless: The Labrador Retriever requires minimal grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The Doberman Pinscher doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Average: The Golden Retriever requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Labrador Retriever or Doberman Pinscher or Golden Retriever? Labrador Retriever or Doberman Pinscher or {name3 shedding:	Labrador Retriever dogs shed moderately. See more.	Doberman Pinscher dogs shed moderately. See more.	Golden Retriever 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 Doberman Pinscher or Golden Retriever?	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.	2-3 weeks Frequent. This breed has high-maintenance hair and may require a bath every 2-3 weeks. See more.

Labrador Retriever vs Doberman Pinscher vs Golden Retriever Personality / Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Labrador Retriever or Doberman Pinscher or Golden Retriever? Labrador Retriever vs Doberman Pinscher vs Golden Retriever behavior/temperament comparison:	Playful Loving Energetic Alert Intelligent Friendly Responsive Affectionate Loyal Gentle Going Social Cheerful	Energetic Alert Intelligent Obedient Loyal Fearless	Intelligent Confident Friendly Reliable Kind Trustworthy
Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Labrador Retriever vs Doberman Pinscher vs Golden Retriever intelligence:	Outstanding: Labrador Retriever is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Outstanding: Doberman Pinscher is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Outstanding: Golden Retriever is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Labrador Retriever vs Doberman Pinscher vs Golden Retriever trainability comparison.	Labrador Retriever dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Doberman Pinscher dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Golden Retriever dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Playfulness Labrador Retriever vs Doberman Pinscher vs Golden Retriever playfulness comparison:	The Labrador Retriever is a highly playful breed. See more.	Average: Doberman Pinschers, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Golden Retriever is a highly playful breed. See more.
Most Playful Dog Breeds
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: Doberman Pinscher dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	Golden Retriever 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 Doberman Pinscher vs Golden Retriever?	Slightly Below Average: Labrador Retriever dogs may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence. See more.	High: Doberman Pinscher dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Golden Retriever dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Labrador Retriever vs Doberman Pinscher vs Golden Retriever social needs comparison:	Labrador Retriever dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Doberman Pinscher dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Golden Retriever dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Barking Which dog barks more/less: Labrador Retriever vs Doberman Pinscher vs Golden Retriever?	Average: The Labrador Retriever barks occasionally. See more.	Low to Average: The Doberman Pinscher rarely barks. See more.	Low to Average: The Golden Retriever rarely barks. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Labrador Retriever or Doberman Pinscher or Golden Retriever?	Labrador Retriever dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Doberman Pinscher dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Golden Retriever dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Labrador Retriever or Doberman Pinscher or Golden Retriever? 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.	Doberman Pinscher dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Golden Retriever dogs are average defenders. See more.
Guard Dog Breeds List
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.	Moderate ⏺ The Doberman Pinscher has an average chance of biting somebody.	Moderate ⏺ The Golden Retriever has an average chance of biting somebody.
Bite Force Which bite is stronger: Labrador Retriever or Doberman Pinscher or Golden Retriever?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Labrador Retriever bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Doberman Pinscher bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Golden Retriever bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Labrador Retriever vs Doberman Pinscher vs Golden Retriever mouthiness comparison:	Labrador Retriever dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Doberman Pinscher dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Golden Retriever dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Labrador Retriever dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Doberman Pinscher dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Golden Retriever 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.	Their prey drive is low. See more.	Golden Retriever 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.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Labrador Retriever or Doberman Pinscher or Golden Retriever?	It is not recommended to keep the Labrador Retriever breed in the home.	Very house-friendly dog the Doberman Pinscher breed.	It is not recommended to keep the Golden Retriever breed in the home.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List
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.	Doberman Pinscher dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Golden Retriever 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 Doberman Pinscher or Golden Retriever?	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.	Golden Retriever dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Labrador Retriever vs Doberman Pinscher vs Golden Retriever Good With Comparison

Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Labrador Retriever or Doberman Pinscher or Golden Retriever? Which dog is more friendly?	Labrador Retriever dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	Doberman Pinscher dogs are not stranger friendly dogs.	Golden Retriever dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Labrador Retriever dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Doberman Pinscher dogs are generally with other pets.	Golden Retriever dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Labrador Retriever or Doberman Pinscher or Golden Retriever?	Labrador Retriever dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Doberman Pinscher dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.	Golden Retriever dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Labrador Retriever or Doberman Pinscher or Golden Retriever?	Labrador Retriever dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Doberman Pinscher dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Golden Retriever dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Labrador Retriever or Doberman Pinscher or Golden Retriever?	Labrador Retriever dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Doberman Pinscher dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Golden Retriever dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Labrador Retriever vs Doberman Pinscher vs Golden Retriever?	Yes Labrador Retriever dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Doberman Pinscher dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Golden Retriever 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 Doberman Pinscher is not the best dog breed for office environment.	Yes Golden Retriever is one of the best dog breeds for office environment
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Labrador Retrievers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Doberman Pinschers are commonly okay with elderly people.	Golden Retrievers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Labrador Retriever vs Doberman Pinscher vs Golden Retriever Health Comparison

Health Issues Labrador Retriever vs Doberman Pinscher vs Golden Retriever health comparison. Which is the healthier: Labrador Retriever vs Doberman Pinscher vs Golden Retriever?	The Labrador Retriever is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Doberman Pinschers are commonly healthy dogs.	Golden Retrievers are commonly healthy dogs.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Labrador Retriever vs Doberman Pinscher vs Golden Retriever? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Labrador Retriever vs Doberman Pinscher vs Golden Retriever 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 Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Wobbler's Syndrome Cardiomyopathy	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Allergies Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Bloat Epilepsy Elbow Dysplasia Osteochondrosis Dissecans Hemangiosarcoma Osteosarcoma Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis
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 Doberman Pinscher should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Rare The Golden Retriever should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Labrador Retriever vs Doberman Pinscher vs Golden Retriever lifespan comparison. How long do Labrador Retriever, Doberman Pinscher and Golden Retriever breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	10-12 years The average lifespan of Labrador Retriever: 11 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Doberman Pinscher: 11 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Golden Retriever: 11 years
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Hypoallergenic Labrador Retriever vs Doberman Pinscher vs Golden Retriever hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Energy Level Who has more energy a Labrador Retriever or Doberman Pinscher or Golden Retriever? Labrador Retriever vs Doberman Pinscher vs Golden Retriever energy level comparison:	Labrador Retriever dogs are high-energy dogs.	Doberman Pinscher dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Golden Retriever dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Labrador Retriever vs Doberman Pinscher vs Golden Retriever exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Labrador Retriever or Doberman Pinscher or Golden Retriever? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Labrador Retriever dogs need a lot of exercises.	Doberman Pinscher dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Golden Retriever dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Labrador Retriever or Doberman Pinscher or Golden Retriever?	Labrador Retriever dogs don't need too much sleep.	Doberman Pinscher dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	Golden Retriever dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot
Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Labrador Retriever or Doberman Pinscher or Golden Retriever?	Recommended daily amount: 2.5 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	5 to 6 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	3 to 4 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 Doberman Pinscher vs Golden Retriever weight gain potential comparison:	High: The Labrador Retriever breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	Average: The Doberman Pinscher has an average risk for obesity. See more.	High: The Golden Retriever breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity
Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Labrador Retriever vs Doberman Pinscher vs Golden Retriever?	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 warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. 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.
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Labrador Retriever vs Doberman Pinscher vs Golden Retriever?	High 🔼 The Labrador Retriever has a high chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Doberman Pinscher has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Golden Retriever 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 Doberman Pinscher drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed. See more.	The Golden Retriever drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed. See more.

Labrador Retriever vs Doberman Pinscher vs Golden Retriever 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.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.
Most Popular Service Dog Breeds
Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Labrador Retriever or Doberman Pinscher or Golden Retriever? Which is better for autism?	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect 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.	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 Doberman Pinscher vs Golden Retriever?	Yes Labrador Retriever breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Not really Doberman Pinscher breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Yes Golden Retriever 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.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Labrador Retriever vs Doberman Pinscher vs Golden Retriever 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 Doberman Pinscher and Golden Retriever have?	5-10 puppies	6-10 puppies	5-10 puppies
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Labrador Retriever vs Doberman Pinscher vs Golden Retriever 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 1908 as a Working breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1925 as a Sporting 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 Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Pinscher and Schnauzer type section.	Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Retrievers 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 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

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