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Name	Labrador Retriever	Korean Jindo	Akita
Origins	England Canada	Korea	Japan
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Common Names & Aliases Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Labrador Retriever, Korean Jindo, and Akita breeds.	Lab Labrador	Chindo Jin Dog Jindo Jindo Gae Jindo Gu Jindogae Korean Jindo Dog	American Akita Japanese Akita Great Japanese Dog
Breed Classification How do breed classifications differ between Labrador Retriever, Korean Jindo, and Akita? Compare their breeding categories.	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Labrador Retriever vs Korean Jindo vs Akita Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Compare size differences between Labrador Retriever, Korean Jindo, and Akita. Which breed is the largest?	Large	Medium	Large
Weight Statistics How do weights compare between Labrador Retriever, Korean Jindo, and Akita? Compare adult weight ranges.	Male: 60-75 pounds (27-34kg), Female: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg)	Male: 35-50 pounds (16-23 kg), Female: 25-40 pounds (11-18 kg)	Male: 75-120 pounds (34-54 kg), Female: 75-110 pounds (34-50 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: 42.5 pounds (19.5 kg), Female: 32.5 pounds (14.5 kg)	Male: 97.5 pounds (44 kg), Female: 92.5 pounds (42 kg)
Height Which is taller, Labrador Retriever or Korean Jindo or Akita? Labrador Retriever vs Korean Jindo vs Akita height comparison:	Male: 22-24 inches (56-61cm), Female: 21-23 inches (53-58 cm)	Male: 18-25 inches (48-65 cm), Female: 16-22 inches (41-58 cm)	Male: 26-28 inches (66-71 cm), Female: 24-26 inches (61-66 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 22 inches (55.5 cm)	Male: 21.5 inches (56.5 cm), Female: 19 inches (49.5 cm)	Male: 27 inches (68.5 cm), Female: 25 inches (63.5 cm)

Labrador Retriever vs Korean Jindo vs Akita Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy costs for Labrador Retriever, Korean Jindo, and Akita. Find price differences between these breeds.	$1000-$2000	$300-$400	$800-$1200
Availability Which is easier to get, Labrador Retriever or Korean Jindo or Akita?	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.	Very frequent: The Akita is quite easy to get.

Labrador Retriever vs Korean Jindo vs Akita Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Compare intelligence levels between Labrador Retriever, Korean Jindo, and Akita. Which breed ranks highest?	Outstanding: Labrador Retriever is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Smart: The Korean Jindo dogs have great intelligence. 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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Training Difficulty Compare training difficulty levels between Labrador Retriever, Korean Jindo, and Akita. Which is easiest to train?	Labrador Retriever dogs are very easy to train. See more.	A slightly harder to train than average. See more.	Akita dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Rating Compare watchdog abilities of Labrador Retriever, Korean Jindo, and Akita. Which breed is most alert?	Labrador Retriever dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Korean Jindo dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Akita dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Compare territorial instincts between Labrador Retriever, Korean Jindo, and Akita. Which breed is most protective?	Labrador Retriever dogs are average defenders. See more.	Korean Jindo dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Akita dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Labrador Retriever vs Korean Jindo vs Akita Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits How do personalities differ between Labrador Retriever, Korean Jindo, and Akita? Compare temperaments.	Playful Loving Energetic Alert Intelligent Friendly Responsive Affectionate Loyal Gentle Going Social Cheerful	Active Intelligent Loyal Bold Faithful Brave	Dignified Independent Protective Alert Courageous Intelligent Friendly Responsive Docile Faithful Vigilant Willing
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: Korean Jindo dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	Sensitive: Akita 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 Korean Jindo vs Akita?	Slightly Below Average: Labrador Retriever dogs may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence. See more.	Average: Korean Jindo dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	High: Akita 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 Korean Jindo vs Akita social needs comparison:	Labrador Retriever dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Korean Jindo dogs are kinda antisocial. See more.	Akita dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Labrador Retriever dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Korean Jindo dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Akita 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.	Korean Jindo dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Akita dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Labrador Retriever vs Korean Jindo vs Akita Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Compare barking frequencies of Labrador Retriever, Korean Jindo, and Akita. Which breed is most vocal?	Average: The Labrador Retriever barks occasionally. See more.	Low: The Korean Jindo barks none to minimal. See more.	Low: The Akita barks none to minimal. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Playful Nature Compare playfulness levels between Labrador Retriever, Korean Jindo, and Akita. Which breed is most playful?	The Labrador Retriever is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Korean Jindo is a playful breed. See more.	Average: Akitas, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Compare apartment suitability of Labrador Retriever, Korean Jindo, and Akita. Which adapts best to small spaces?	It is not recommended to keep the Labrador Retriever breed in the home.	Apartment-friendly dog the Korean Jindo breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Akita breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Labrador Retriever vs Korean Jindo vs Akita Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Compare adaptability between Labrador Retriever, Korean Jindo, and Akita. Which breed is most flexible?	Labrador Retriever dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Korean Jindo dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Akita dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Labrador Retriever or Korean Jindo or Akita?	Labrador Retriever dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Korean Jindo dogs handle alone time quite well.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Labrador Retriever vs Korean Jindo vs Akita Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Labrador Retriever vs Korean Jindo vs Akita Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Compare life expectancies of Labrador Retriever, Korean Jindo, and Akita. Which breed lives longest?	10-12 years The average lifespan of Labrador Retriever: 11 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Korean Jindo: 13 years	10-14 years The average lifespan of Akita: 12 years
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Climate Tolerance Compare weather adaptability between Labrador Retriever, Korean Jindo, and Akita. 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 Korean Jindo can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers cold weather The Akita can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. See more.
Health Concerns Compare health problems common in Labrador Retriever, Korean Jindo, and Akita. 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.	Korean Jindos tend to have a lot and frequent health issues.	The Akita 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.	Frequent The Korean Jindo should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Average The Akita 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 Korean Jindo vs Akita? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Labrador Retriever vs Korean Jindo vs Akita 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	No data available	Hip Dysplasia Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Sebaceous Adenitis

Labrador Retriever vs Korean Jindo vs Akita Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Compare energy levels between Labrador Retriever, Korean Jindo, and Akita. Which breed is most active?	Labrador Retriever dogs are high-energy dogs.	Korean Jindo dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.	Akita 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 Korean Jindo vs Akita exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Labrador Retriever or Korean Jindo or Akita? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Labrador Retriever dogs need a lot of exercises.	Korean Jindo dogs have an average exercise need.	Akita dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Labrador Retriever or Korean Jindo or Akita?	Labrador Retriever dogs don't need too much sleep.	Korean Jindo dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	Akita dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Labrador Retriever vs Korean Jindo vs Akita Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Compare weight gain tendencies between Labrador Retriever, Korean Jindo, and Akita. Which is most prone to obesity?	High: The Labrador Retriever breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	Low: The Korean Jindo has good luck with genetics. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Akita's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
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Food Consumption Compare food requirements between Labrador Retriever, Korean Jindo, and Akita. 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.	Recommended daily amount: 3 to 5 cups of high-quality dry food a day.
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Labrador Retriever vs Korean Jindo vs Akita Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Labrador Retriever, Korean Jindo, and Akita. 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, Korean Jindo, and Akita. What colors are available?	Black Yellow Chocolate	Black Gray White Brindle Black & Tan Red Fawn	Black Red White Brown Fawn
Grooming Requirements Compare grooming needs between Labrador Retriever, Korean Jindo, and Akita. Which requires most maintenance?	Effortless: The Labrador Retriever requires minimal grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The Korean Jindo doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The Akita 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, Korean Jindo, and Akita. Which drools least?	The Labrador Retriever is an average drooler. See more.	The Korean Jindo is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Akita is a big drooler, so if you're disgusted by slobber spots on your clothes, you should choose a dog from another breed. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Compare odor levels between Labrador Retriever, Korean Jindo, and Akita. Which has least natural smell?	High 🔼 The Labrador Retriever has a high chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Korean Jindo has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Akita has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics Compare coat types between Labrador Retriever, Korean Jindo, and Akita. How do their fur characteristics differ?	Dense Waterproof Hard Short	Dense Double	Fluffy Dense Waterproof Straight
Bathing Needs Compare bathing needs between Labrador Retriever, Korean Jindo, and Akita. 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.	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.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Labrador Retriever or Korean Jindo or Akita? Labrador Retriever or Korean Jindo or {name3 shedding:	Labrador Retriever dogs shed moderately. See more.	Korean Jindo dogs shed moderately. See more.	Akita dogs are heavy shedders. See more.
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Labrador Retriever vs Korean Jindo vs Akita Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Compare child-friendliness between Labrador Retriever, Korean Jindo, and Akita. Which is best with kids?	Labrador Retriever dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Korean Jindo dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Akita dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
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Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Labrador Retriever dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Korean Jindo dogs are generally with other pets.	Akita dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Labrador Retriever or Korean Jindo or Akita? Which dog is more friendly?	Labrador Retriever dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	Korean Jindo dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Akita dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
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 Korean Jindo or Akita?	Labrador Retriever dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Korean Jindo dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Akita dogs are average friendly towards cats.
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Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Labrador Retriever or Korean Jindo or Akita?	Labrador Retriever dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Korean Jindo dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Akita dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Labrador Retriever vs Korean Jindo vs Akita?	Yes Labrador Retriever dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	No Korean Jindo dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.	Yes Akita 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 Korean Jindo is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Akita 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.	Korean Jindos are usually recommended for elderly people.	Akitas are usually recommended for elderly people.

Labrador Retriever vs Korean Jindo vs Akita As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Compare service dog potential between Labrador Retriever, Korean Jindo, and Akita. Which is best suited for service work?	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used 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, Korean Jindo, and Akita. Which excels in therapy work?	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a 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, Korean Jindo, and Akita. Which has best nose work ability?	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 & Rescue Potential Compare search and rescue potential between Labrador Retriever, Korean Jindo, and Akita. Which is best for SAR work?	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.
Maritime Work Ability Compare boating aptitude between Labrador Retriever, Korean Jindo, and Akita. Which is best suited for water work?	Yes Labrador Retriever breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Not really Korean Jindo breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Akita breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Compare cart pulling abilities between Labrador Retriever, Korean Jindo, and Akita. 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, Korean Jindo, and Akita. 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.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

Labrador Retriever vs Korean Jindo vs Akita Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare typical litter sizes of Labrador Retriever, Korean Jindo, and Akita. Which has most puppies?	5-10 puppies	4-8 puppies	3-12 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare gestation periods of Labrador Retriever, Korean Jindo, and Akita. 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, Korean Jindo, and Akita. 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 Korean Jindo vs Akita Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC groups for Labrador Retriever, Korean Jindo, and Akita. How are they classified?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1917 as a Sporting breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1972 as a Working breed.
FCI Classification Compare FCI groups for Labrador Retriever, Korean Jindo, and Akita. How are they classified internationally?	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.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare breed recognition status of Labrador Retriever, Korean Jindo, and Akita. 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	No data available	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club

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