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Name	Labrador Retriever	Mastador	Mastiff
Origins	England Canada	United States	England
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Common Names & Aliases Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Labrador Retriever, Mastador, and Mastiff breeds.	Lab Labrador	Mastidor	Old English Mastiff English Mastiff
Breed Classification How do breed classifications differ between Labrador Retriever, Mastador, and Mastiff? Compare their breeding categories.	Purebred	Cross Breed	Purebred

Labrador Retriever vs Mastador vs Mastiff Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Compare size differences between Labrador Retriever, Mastador, and Mastiff. Which breed is the largest?	Large	Large Giant	Giant
Weight Statistics How do weights compare between Labrador Retriever, Mastador, and Mastiff? Compare adult weight ranges.	Male: 60-75 pounds (27-34kg), Female: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg)	85-160 pounds (39-73 kg)	Male: 150-250 pounds (68-113 kg), Female: 120-180 pounds (54-82 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)	122.5 pounds (56 kg)	Male: 200 pounds (90.5 kg), Female: 150 pounds (68 kg)
Height Which is taller, Labrador Retriever or Mastador or Mastiff? Labrador Retriever vs Mastador vs Mastiff height comparison:	Male: 22-24 inches (56-61cm), Female: 21-23 inches (53-58 cm)	28-36 inches (65-91 cm)	Male: 30 inches (76 cm), Female: 27.5 inches (70 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 22 inches (55.5 cm)	32 inches (78 cm)	Male: 30 inches (76 cm), Female: 27.5 inches (70 cm)

Labrador Retriever vs Mastador vs Mastiff Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy costs for Labrador Retriever, Mastador, and Mastiff. Find price differences between these breeds.	$1000-$2000	$1000-$1500	$1200-$1500
Availability Which is easier to get, Labrador Retriever or Mastador or Mastiff?	Very frequent: The Labrador Retriever is quite easy to get.	Average: The Mastador is a commonly available dog breed.	Very frequent: The Mastiff is quite easy to get.

Labrador Retriever vs Mastador vs Mastiff Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Compare intelligence levels between Labrador Retriever, Mastador, and Mastiff. Which breed ranks highest?	Outstanding: Labrador Retriever is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Smart: The Mastador 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, Mastador, and Mastiff. Which is easiest to train?	Labrador Retriever dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Mastador dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Mastiff dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Rating Compare watchdog abilities of Labrador Retriever, Mastador, and Mastiff. Which breed is most alert?	Labrador Retriever dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Mastador dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Mastiff dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Compare territorial instincts between Labrador Retriever, Mastador, and Mastiff. Which breed is most protective?	Labrador Retriever dogs are average defenders. See more.	Mastador dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Mastiff dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Labrador Retriever vs Mastador vs Mastiff Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits How do personalities differ between Labrador Retriever, Mastador, and Mastiff? Compare temperaments.	Playful Loving Energetic Alert Intelligent Friendly Responsive Affectionate Loyal Gentle Going Social Cheerful	Protective Sensitive Hunting Companionable Polite Guarding Shy Fearful	Protective Alert Courageous Intelligent Affectionate Loyal 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. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Mastiff 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 Mastador vs Mastiff?	Slightly Below Average: Labrador Retriever dogs may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence. See more.	High: Mastador dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Mastiff 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 Mastador vs Mastiff social needs comparison:	Labrador Retriever dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Mastador dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Mastiff 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.	Mastador dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Mastiff dogs are not the biggest explorers. 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.	Mastador 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.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Labrador Retriever vs Mastador vs Mastiff Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Compare barking frequencies of Labrador Retriever, Mastador, and Mastiff. Which breed is most vocal?	Average: The Labrador Retriever barks occasionally. See more.	Low to Average: The Mastador rarely barks. See more.	Low: The Mastiff 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, Mastador, and Mastiff. Which breed is most playful?	The Labrador Retriever is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Mastador is a playful breed. See more.	Mastiffs are not the most playful dog breed. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Compare apartment suitability of Labrador Retriever, Mastador, and Mastiff. Which adapts best to small spaces?	It is not recommended to keep the Labrador Retriever breed in the home.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Mastador breed.	It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Mastiff indoors.
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Labrador Retriever vs Mastador vs Mastiff Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Compare adaptability between Labrador Retriever, Mastador, and Mastiff. Which breed is most flexible?	Labrador Retriever dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Average: Mastador dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Mastiff dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Labrador Retriever or Mastador or Mastiff?	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.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Labrador Retriever vs Mastador vs Mastiff Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Labrador Retriever vs Mastador vs Mastiff Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Compare life expectancies of Labrador Retriever, Mastador, and Mastiff. Which breed lives longest?	10-12 years The average lifespan of Labrador Retriever: 11 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Mastador: 11 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Mastiff: 11 years
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Climate Tolerance Compare weather adaptability between Labrador Retriever, Mastador, and Mastiff. 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 Mastador can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Mastiff can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.
Health Concerns Compare health problems common in Labrador Retriever, Mastador, and Mastiff. 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.	Mastadors are commonly healthy dogs.	Mastiffs are commonly healthy dogs.
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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.	Rare The Mastador should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Rare The Mastiff should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Labrador Retriever vs Mastador vs Mastiff? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Labrador Retriever vs Mastador vs Mastiff 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	Cataracts Bloat Elbow Dysplasia Retinal Dysplasia Obesity Pulmonic Stenosis Canine Hip Dysplasia (CHD) Gastrointestinal Diseases	Hip Dysplasia Cancer Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Seizures Cystinuria

Labrador Retriever vs Mastador vs Mastiff Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Compare energy levels between Labrador Retriever, Mastador, and Mastiff. Which breed is most active?	Labrador Retriever dogs are high-energy dogs.	Mastador dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Mastiff dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Labrador Retriever vs Mastador vs Mastiff exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Labrador Retriever or Mastador or Mastiff? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Labrador Retriever dogs need a lot of exercises.	Mastador dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Mastiff dogs exercise need is minimal.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Labrador Retriever or Mastador or Mastiff?	Labrador Retriever dogs don't need too much sleep.	Mastador dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Mastiff dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Labrador Retriever vs Mastador vs Mastiff Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Compare weight gain tendencies between Labrador Retriever, Mastador, and Mastiff. Which is most prone to obesity?	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 Mastador's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Mastiff's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
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Food Consumption Compare food requirements between Labrador Retriever, Mastador, and Mastiff. Which needs most food?	Recommended daily amount: 2.5 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	6 to 8 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	8 to 10 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot

Labrador Retriever vs Mastador vs Mastiff Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Labrador Retriever, Mastador, and Mastiff. Which is best for allergy sufferers?	No See more.	Yes No See more.	No See more.
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Coat Colors Compare color variations between Labrador Retriever, Mastador, and Mastiff. What colors are available?	Black Yellow Chocolate	Black Brown Yellow Brindle	Fawn Brindle Apricot
Grooming Requirements Compare grooming needs between Labrador Retriever, Mastador, and Mastiff. Which requires most maintenance?	Effortless: The Labrador Retriever requires minimal grooming. See more.	Advanced: The Mastador requires a lot of grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The Mastiff 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, Mastador, and Mastiff. Which drools least?	The Labrador Retriever is an average drooler. See more.	The Mastador 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 Mastiff 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, Mastador, and Mastiff. Which has least natural smell?	High 🔼 The Labrador Retriever has a high chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Mastador has a low chance of bad smell.	High 🔼 The Mastiff has a high chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics Compare coat types between Labrador Retriever, Mastador, and Mastiff. How do their fur characteristics differ?	Dense Waterproof Hard Short	Silky Straight Short	Dense
Bathing Needs Compare bathing needs between Labrador Retriever, Mastador, and Mastiff. 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.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Labrador Retriever or Mastador or Mastiff? Labrador Retriever or Mastador or {name3 shedding:	Labrador Retriever dogs shed moderately. See more.	Mastador dogs shed above average. See more.	Mastiff dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most

Labrador Retriever vs Mastador vs Mastiff Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Compare child-friendliness between Labrador Retriever, Mastador, and Mastiff. Which is best with kids?	Labrador Retriever dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Mastador dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Mastiff dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Labrador Retriever dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Mastador dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.	Mastiff dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Labrador Retriever or Mastador or Mastiff? Which dog is more friendly?	Labrador Retriever dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	Mastador dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Mastiff dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
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 Mastador or Mastiff?	Labrador Retriever dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Mastador dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.	Mastiff dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Labrador Retriever or Mastador or Mastiff?	Labrador Retriever dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Mastador dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Mastiff dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Labrador Retriever vs Mastador vs Mastiff?	Yes Labrador Retriever dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Mastador dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Mastiff 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 Mastador is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Mastiff 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.	Mastadors are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Mastiffs are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Labrador Retriever vs Mastador vs Mastiff As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Compare service dog potential between Labrador Retriever, Mastador, and Mastiff. 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, Mastador, and Mastiff. 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, Mastador, and Mastiff. 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, Mastador, and Mastiff. 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, Mastador, and Mastiff. Which is best suited for water work?	Yes Labrador Retriever breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Not really Mastador breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Mastiff breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Compare cart pulling abilities between Labrador Retriever, Mastador, and Mastiff. 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.	Yes 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, Mastador, and Mastiff. 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.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Labrador Retriever vs Mastador vs Mastiff Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare typical litter sizes of Labrador Retriever, Mastador, and Mastiff. Which has most puppies?	5-10 puppies	6-9 puppies	3-5 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare gestation periods of Labrador Retriever, Mastador, and Mastiff. 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, Mastador, and Mastiff. 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 Mastador vs Mastiff Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC groups for Labrador Retriever, Mastador, and Mastiff. 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 1885 as a Working breed.
FCI Classification Compare FCI groups for Labrador Retriever, Mastador, and Mastiff. How are they classified internationally?	Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Retrievers section.	Not recognized by FCI.	Not recognized by FCI.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare breed recognition status of Labrador Retriever, Mastador, and Mastiff. 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	Dog Registry of America Inc. American Canine Hybrid Club Designer Breed Registry Designer Dogs Kennel Club International Designer 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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