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Name	Labrador Retriever	Miniature Australian Shepherd	Golden Retriever
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Common Names & Aliases Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Labrador Retriever, Miniature Australian Shepherd, and Golden Retriever breeds.	Lab Labrador	Mini Aussie Mini Aussie Shepherd Mini Australian Shepherd Miniature Aussie Shepherd North American Shepherd North American Miniature Australian Shepherd	Golden Flat Coat Yellow Retriever
Breed Classification How do breed classifications differ between Labrador Retriever, Miniature Australian Shepherd, and Golden Retriever? Compare their breeding categories.	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Labrador Retriever vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Golden Retriever Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Compare size differences between Labrador Retriever, Miniature Australian Shepherd, and Golden Retriever. Which breed is the largest?	Large	Medium	Large
Weight Statistics How do weights compare between Labrador Retriever, Miniature Australian Shepherd, and Golden Retriever? Compare adult weight ranges.	Male: 60-75 pounds (27-34kg), Female: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg)	20–40 pounds (9-18 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)	30 pounds (13.5 kg)	Male: 70 pounds (31.5 kg), Female: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Labrador Retriever or Miniature Australian Shepherd or Golden Retriever? Labrador Retriever vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Golden Retriever height comparison:	Male: 22-24 inches (56-61cm), Female: 21-23 inches (53-58 cm)	13–18 inches (33-46 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)	15.5 inches (39.5 cm)	Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 21 inches (53.5 cm)

Labrador Retriever vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Golden Retriever Price and Availability Comparison

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

Labrador Retriever vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Golden Retriever Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

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

Personality Traits How do personalities differ between Labrador Retriever, Miniature Australian Shepherd, and Golden Retriever? Compare temperaments.	Playful Loving Energetic Alert Intelligent Friendly Responsive Affectionate Loyal Gentle Going Social Cheerful	Active Loving Protective Intelligent Friendly Affectionate Good-natured	Intelligent Confident Friendly Reliable Kind Trustworthy
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: Miniature Australian Shepherd 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 Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Golden Retriever?	Slightly Below Average: Labrador Retriever dogs may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence. See more.	Average to High: Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	High: Golden Retriever 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 Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Golden Retriever social needs comparison:	Labrador Retriever dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs are a social breed. See more.	Golden Retriever dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Labrador Retriever dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs are not the biggest explorers. 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.	Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. 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

Labrador Retriever vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Golden Retriever Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Compare barking frequencies of Labrador Retriever, Miniature Australian Shepherd, and Golden Retriever. Which breed is most vocal?	Average: The Labrador Retriever barks occasionally. See more.	Low to Average: The Miniature Australian Shepherd 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
Playful Nature Compare playfulness levels between Labrador Retriever, Miniature Australian Shepherd, and Golden Retriever. Which breed is most playful?	The Labrador Retriever is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Miniature Australian Shepherd is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Golden Retriever is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Compare apartment suitability of Labrador Retriever, Miniature Australian Shepherd, and Golden Retriever. Which adapts best to small spaces?	It is not recommended to keep the Labrador Retriever breed in the home.	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 Miniature Australian Shepherd indoors.	It is not recommended to keep the Golden Retriever breed in the home.
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Labrador Retriever vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Golden Retriever Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Compare adaptability between Labrador Retriever, Miniature Australian Shepherd, and Golden Retriever. Which breed is most flexible?	Labrador Retriever dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Miniature Australian Shepherd 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.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Labrador Retriever or Miniature Australian Shepherd 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.	Miniature Australian Shepherd 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.	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 Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Golden Retriever Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Labrador Retriever vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Golden Retriever Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Compare life expectancies of Labrador Retriever, Miniature Australian Shepherd, and Golden Retriever. Which breed lives longest?	10-12 years The average lifespan of Labrador Retriever: 11 years	9-13 years The average lifespan of Miniature Australian Shepherd: 11 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Golden Retriever: 11 years
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Climate Tolerance Compare weather adaptability between Labrador Retriever, Miniature Australian Shepherd, and Golden Retriever. 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 Miniature Australian Shepherd can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. 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.
Health Concerns Compare health problems common in Labrador Retriever, Miniature Australian Shepherd, and Golden Retriever. 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.	The Miniature Australian Shepherd is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Golden Retrievers 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.	Average The Miniature Australian Shepherd should have a complete physical check-up at least 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
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Labrador Retriever vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Golden Retriever? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Labrador Retriever vs Miniature Australian Shepherd 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	Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Drug Sensitivity Retinal Dysplasia Glaucoma Juvenile Cataracts Iris Coloboma	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Allergies Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Bloat Epilepsy Elbow Dysplasia Osteochondrosis Dissecans Hemangiosarcoma Osteosarcoma Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis

Labrador Retriever vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Golden Retriever Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Compare energy levels between Labrador Retriever, Miniature Australian Shepherd, and Golden Retriever. Which breed is most active?	Labrador Retriever dogs are high-energy dogs.	Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs are high-energy dogs.	Golden Retriever dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Labrador Retriever vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Golden Retriever exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Labrador Retriever or Miniature Australian Shepherd or Golden Retriever? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Labrador Retriever dogs need a lot of exercises.	Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs need a lot of exercises.	Golden Retriever dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Labrador Retriever or Miniature Australian Shepherd or Golden Retriever?	Labrador Retriever dogs don't need too much sleep.	Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs don't need too much sleep.	Golden Retriever dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Labrador Retriever vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Golden Retriever Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Compare weight gain tendencies between Labrador Retriever, Miniature Australian Shepherd, and Golden Retriever. Which is most prone to obesity?	High: The Labrador Retriever breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	Average: The Miniature Australian Shepherd has an average risk for obesity. See more.	High: The Golden Retriever breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.
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Food Consumption Compare food requirements between Labrador Retriever, Miniature Australian Shepherd, and Golden Retriever. Which needs most food?	Recommended daily amount: 2.5 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1 to 2 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

Labrador Retriever vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Golden Retriever Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Labrador Retriever, Miniature Australian Shepherd, and Golden Retriever. 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, Miniature Australian Shepherd, and Golden Retriever. What colors are available?	Black Yellow Chocolate	Red Red Merle White & Black & Tan Blue Merle	Golden Light
Grooming Requirements Compare grooming needs between Labrador Retriever, Miniature Australian Shepherd, and Golden Retriever. Which requires most maintenance?	Effortless: The Labrador Retriever requires minimal grooming. See more.	Average: The Miniature Australian Shepherd requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The Golden Retriever requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Drooling Tendency Compare drooling tendencies between Labrador Retriever, Miniature Australian Shepherd, and Golden Retriever. Which drools least?	The Labrador Retriever is an average drooler. See more.	The Miniature Australian Shepherd is an average drooler. 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.
Stinkiness Rating Compare odor levels between Labrador Retriever, Miniature Australian Shepherd, and Golden Retriever. Which has least natural smell?	High 🔼 The Labrador Retriever has a high chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Miniature Australian Shepherd has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Golden Retriever has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics Compare coat types between Labrador Retriever, Miniature Australian Shepherd, and Golden Retriever. How do their fur characteristics differ?	Dense Waterproof Hard Short	Feathered	Silky Wavy Shiny Straight
Bathing Needs Compare bathing needs between Labrador Retriever, Miniature Australian Shepherd, and Golden Retriever. 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.	2-3 weeks Frequent. This breed has high-maintenance hair and may require a bath every 2-3 weeks. See more.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Labrador Retriever or Miniature Australian Shepherd or Golden Retriever? Labrador Retriever or Miniature Australian Shepherd or {name3 shedding:	Labrador Retriever dogs shed moderately. See more.	Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs shed moderately. See more.	Golden Retriever dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most

Labrador Retriever vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Golden Retriever Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Compare child-friendliness between Labrador Retriever, Miniature Australian Shepherd, and Golden Retriever. Which is best with kids?	Labrador Retriever dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Golden Retriever dogs are very 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.	Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs are generally with other pets.	Golden Retriever dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Labrador Retriever or Miniature Australian Shepherd or Golden Retriever? Which dog is more friendly?	Labrador Retriever dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs are not the most 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
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Labrador Retriever or Miniature Australian Shepherd or Golden Retriever?	Labrador Retriever dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Miniature Australian Shepherd 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 Miniature Australian Shepherd or Golden Retriever?	Labrador Retriever dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards other 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 Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Golden Retriever?	Yes Labrador Retriever dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Miniature Australian Shepherd 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 Miniature Australian Shepherd 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.	Miniature Australian Shepherds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Golden Retrievers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Labrador Retriever vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Golden Retriever As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Compare service dog potential between Labrador Retriever, Miniature Australian Shepherd, and Golden Retriever. 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.	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Work Suitability Compare therapy dog potential between Labrador Retriever, Miniature Australian Shepherd, and Golden Retriever. 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.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.
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Scent Detection Ability Compare detection capabilities between Labrador Retriever, Miniature Australian Shepherd, and Golden Retriever. 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.	Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.
Search & Rescue Potential Compare search and rescue potential between Labrador Retriever, Miniature Australian Shepherd, and Golden Retriever. 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.	Yes This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.
Maritime Work Ability Compare boating aptitude between Labrador Retriever, Miniature Australian Shepherd, and Golden Retriever. Which is best suited for water work?	Yes Labrador Retriever breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Not really Miniature Australian Shepherd breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Yes Golden Retriever breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Compare cart pulling abilities between Labrador Retriever, Miniature Australian Shepherd, and Golden Retriever. 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, Miniature Australian Shepherd, and Golden Retriever. 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 Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Golden Retriever Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare typical litter sizes of Labrador Retriever, Miniature Australian Shepherd, and Golden Retriever. Which has most puppies?	5-10 puppies	2-6 puppies	5-10 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare gestation periods of Labrador Retriever, Miniature Australian Shepherd, and Golden Retriever. 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, Miniature Australian Shepherd, and Golden Retriever. 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 Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Golden Retriever Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC groups for Labrador Retriever, Miniature Australian Shepherd, and Golden Retriever. 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 1925 as a Sporting breed.
FCI Classification Compare FCI groups for Labrador Retriever, Miniature Australian Shepherd, and Golden Retriever. 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 Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Retrievers section.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare breed recognition status of Labrador Retriever, Miniature Australian Shepherd, and Golden Retriever. 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	America's Pet Registry American Canine Association, 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

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