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Labrador Retriever vs Labrador Husky vs Bichon Frise Comparison - Dog breed selector: Lab or Husky-Lab or Bichon A Poil Frise? Find the right dog for you

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Name Labrador Retriever Labrador Husky Bichon Frise
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Lab
Labrador
Husky-Lab Bichon A Poil Frise
Bichon Tenerife
Purebred Bichon
Tenerife Dog
Bichon Frise
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Labrador Retriever vs Labrador Husky vs Bichon Frise breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Labrador Retriever vs Labrador Husky vs Bichon Frise Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Labrador Retriever or Labrador Husky or Bichon Frise? Which is the smallest dog, Labrador Retriever or Labrador Husky or Bichon Frise?
Large Large Small
Weight
Which is heavier, Labrador Retriever or Labrador Husky or Labrador Husky? Labrador Retriever vs Labrador Husky vs Bichon Frise weight comparison:
Male: 60-75 pounds (27-34kg), Female: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg) 60-100 pounds (27-45 kg) 7-13 pounds (3-6 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) 80 pounds (36 kg) 10 pounds (4.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Labrador Retriever or Labrador Husky or Bichon Frise? Labrador Retriever vs Labrador Husky vs Bichon Frise height comparison:
Male: 22-24 inches (56-61cm), Female: 21-23 inches (53-58 cm) 20-28 inches (51-71 cm) Male: 9-12 inches (23–30 cm) Female: 9-11 inches (23-28 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 22 inches (55.5 cm) 24 inches (61 cm) Male: 10.5 inches (26.5 cm) Female: 10 inches (25.5 cm)

Labrador Retriever vs Labrador Husky vs Bichon Frise Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Labrador Retriever or Labrador Husky or Bichon Frise? Which is more expensive?
$1000-$2000 $400-$800 $700-$1000
Availability
Which is easier to get, Labrador Retriever or Labrador Husky or Bichon Frise?
Very frequent: The Labrador Retriever is quite easy to get.
Average: The Labrador Husky is a commonly available dog breed.
Very frequent: The Bichon Frise is quite easy to get.

Labrador Retriever vs Labrador Husky vs Bichon Frise Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Labrador Retriever vs Labrador Husky vs Bichon Frise intelligence:
Outstanding: Labrador Retriever is one of the brightest dog breeds.
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Smart: The Labrador Husky dogs have great intelligence.
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Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Trainability
Labrador Retriever vs Labrador Husky vs Bichon Frise trainability comparison.
Labrador Retriever dogs are very easy to train.
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Labrador Husky dogs are very easy to train.
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Bichon Frise dogs are quite easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Labrador Retriever or Labrador Husky or Bichon Frise?
Labrador Retriever dogs are average watchdogs.
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Labrador Husky dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Bichon Frise dogs are average watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Labrador Retriever or Labrador Husky or Bichon Frise? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Labrador Retriever dogs are average defenders.
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Labrador Husky dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Bichon Frise dogs are not the best to protect their territory.
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Labrador Retriever vs Labrador Husky vs Bichon Frise Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Labrador Retriever or Labrador Husky or Bichon Frise? Labrador Retriever vs Labrador Husky vs Bichon Frise behavior/temperament comparison:
Playful
Loving
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Affectionate
Loyal
Gentle
Going
Social
Cheerful
Intelligent
Friendly
Quiet
Good natured
Playful
Sensitive
Intelligent
Affectionate
Gentle
Cheerful
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.
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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Labrador Retriever vs Labrador Husky vs Bichon Frise?
Slightly Below Average: Labrador Retriever dogs may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence.
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Average to High: Labrador Husky dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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High: Bichon Frise dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Labrador Retriever vs Labrador Husky vs Bichon Frise social needs comparison:
Labrador Retriever dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Labrador Husky dogs are a social breed.
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Bichon Frise dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Labrador Retriever dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Labrador Husky dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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Bichon Frise dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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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.
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Labrador Husky dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Their prey drive is low.
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Labrador Retriever vs Labrador Husky vs Bichon Frise Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Labrador Retriever vs Labrador Husky vs Bichon Frise playfulness comparison:
The Labrador Retriever is a highly playful breed.
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The Labrador Husky is a highly playful breed.
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The Bichon Frise is a playful breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Labrador Retriever vs Labrador Husky vs Bichon Frise?
Average: The Labrador Retriever barks occasionally.
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Low to Average: The Labrador Husky rarely barks.
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Average: The Bichon Frise barks occasionally.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Labrador Retriever or Labrador Husky or Bichon Frise?
It is not recommended to keep the Labrador Retriever breed in the home.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Labrador Husky breed.
Very house-friendly dog the Bichon Frise breed.

Labrador Retriever vs Labrador Husky vs Bichon Frise 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.
Average: Labrador Husky dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Bichon Frise 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 Labrador Husky or Bichon Frise?
Labrador Retriever dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
Labrador Husky dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.
Bichon Frise dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Labrador Retriever vs Labrador Husky vs Bichon Frise Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Labrador Retriever or Labrador Husky or Bichon Frise?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Labrador Retriever bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Labrador Husky bite force: Ordinary.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Bichon Frise bite force: Weak.
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 Labrador Husky has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Bichon Frise has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Labrador Retriever vs Labrador Husky vs Bichon Frise mouthiness comparison:
Labrador Retriever dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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Labrador Husky dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Bichon Frise dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Labrador Retriever vs Labrador Husky vs Bichon Frise Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Labrador Retriever vs Labrador Husky vs Bichon Frise health comparison. Which is the healthier: Labrador Retriever vs Labrador Husky vs Bichon Frise?
The Labrador Retriever is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The Labrador Husky is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The Bichon Frise is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Labrador Retriever vs Labrador Husky vs Bichon Frise? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Labrador Retriever vs Labrador Husky vs Bichon Frise 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
Patellar Luxation
Allergies
Vaccination Sensitivity
Bladder Stones
Juvenile Cataracts
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.
Average
The Labrador Husky should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Average
The Bichon Frise should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Life Expectancy
Labrador Retriever vs Labrador Husky vs Bichon Frise lifespan comparison. How long do Labrador Retriever, Labrador Husky and Bichon Frise breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Labrador Retriever: 11 years
11-13 years
The average lifespan of Labrador Husky: 12 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Bichon Frise: 13 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Labrador Retriever vs Labrador Husky vs Bichon Frise?
Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Labrador Husky can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
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Labrador Retriever vs Labrador Husky vs Bichon Frise Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Labrador Retriever vs Labrador Husky vs Bichon Frise Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Labrador Retriever or Labrador Husky or Bichon Frise?
Recommended daily amount: 2.5 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 4 to 7 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 1/2 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Labrador Retriever vs Labrador Husky vs Bichon Frise weight gain potential comparison:
High: The Labrador Retriever breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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Average: The Labrador Husky has an average risk for obesity.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Bichon Frise's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Labrador Retriever vs Labrador Husky vs Bichon Frise Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Labrador Retriever vs Labrador Husky vs Bichon Frise coat comparison:
Dense
Waterproof
Hard
Short
Thick
Double
Curly
Colors
What are the original Labrador Retriever, Labrador Husky and Bichon Frise color?
Black
Yellow
Chocolate
Solid Black
Solid White
Black & White & Red
Black & White & Grey
Cream
White
Buff
Apricot
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Labrador Retriever or Labrador Husky or Bichon Frise? Labrador Retriever vs Labrador Husky vs Bichon Frise grooming comparison:
Effortless: The Labrador Retriever requires minimal grooming.
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Advanced: The Labrador Husky requires a lot of grooming.
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Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Labrador Retriever or Labrador Husky or Bichon Frise? Labrador Retriever or Labrador Husky or {name3 shedding:
Labrador Retriever dogs shed moderately.
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Labrador Husky dogs shed moderately.
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Bichon Frise dogs are low shedders.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Labrador Retriever or Labrador Husky or Bichon Frise?
3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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Hypoallergenic
Labrador Retriever vs Labrador Husky vs Bichon Frise hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?
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Stinkiness
Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Labrador Retriever vs Labrador Husky vs Bichon Frise?

High 🔼

The Labrador Retriever has a high chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Labrador Husky has an average chance of bad smell.

Low 🔽

The Bichon Frise has a low chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?
The Labrador Retriever is an average drooler.
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The Labrador Husky is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency.
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The Bichon Frise is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Labrador Retriever vs Labrador Husky vs Bichon Frise Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Labrador Retriever dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Labrador Husky dogs are generally with other pets.
Bichon Frise dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Labrador Retriever or Labrador Husky or Bichon Frise? Which dog is more friendly?
Labrador Retriever dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Labrador Husky dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Bichon Frise dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Labrador Retriever or Labrador Husky or Bichon Frise?
Labrador Retriever dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Labrador Husky dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.
Bichon Frise dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Labrador Retriever or Labrador Husky or Bichon Frise?
Labrador Retriever dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Labrador Husky dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Bichon Frise dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Labrador Retriever or Labrador Husky or Bichon Frise?
Labrador Retriever dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Labrador Husky dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Bichon Frise dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Labrador Retriever vs Labrador Husky vs Bichon Frise?
Yes
Labrador Retriever dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Labrador Husky dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Bichon Frise 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
Labrador Husky is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Bichon Frise 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.
Labrador Huskys are commonly okay with elderly people.
Bichon Frises are usually recommended for elderly people.

Labrador Retriever vs Labrador Husky vs Bichon Frise As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog
Which one could be a service dog?

Yes

This breed makes good as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Therapy Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: Labrador Retriever or Labrador Husky or Bichon Frise? Which is better for autism?

Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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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.

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 Labrador Husky vs Bichon Frise?

Yes

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

Labrador Husky breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Bichon Frise breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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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.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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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 Labrador Husky vs Bichon Frise 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.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Litter Size
How many puppies can Labrador Retriever and Labrador Husky and Bichon Frise have?
5-10 puppies 4-8 puppies 2-5 puppies

Labrador Retriever vs Labrador Husky vs Bichon Frise 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. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1972 as a Non-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. Not recognized by FCI. Not recognized by FCI.
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 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
The Bichon Frise Club Of America

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