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Name	Labrador Retriever	Newfoundland	St. John's water dog
Origins	England Canada	Canada	Canada
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Group	Gun Dog	Working Dogs	Extinct
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Lab Labrador	Blackbear Newfie The Gentle Giant Newf	St. John’s Newfoundland St. Johns Dog Lesser Newfoundland
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Labrador Retriever vs Newfoundland vs St. John's water dog breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Labrador Retriever vs Newfoundland vs St. John's water dog Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Labrador Retriever or Newfoundland or St. John's water dog? Which is the smallest dog, Labrador Retriever or Newfoundland or St. John's water dog?	Large	Giant	Large
Weight Which is heavier, Labrador Retriever or Newfoundland or Newfoundland? Labrador Retriever vs Newfoundland vs St. John's water dog weight comparison:	Male: 60-75 pounds (27-34kg), Female: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg)	Male: 130-150 pounds (59-68 kg), Female: 100-120 pounds (45-54 kg)	Male: 40-90 pounds (18-40 kg), Female: 35-85 pounds (16-38 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: 140 pounds (63.5 kg), Female: 110 pounds (49.5 kg)	Male: 65 pounds (29 kg), Female: 60 pounds (27 kg)
Height Which is taller, Labrador Retriever or Newfoundland or St. John's water dog? Labrador Retriever vs Newfoundland vs St. John's water dog height comparison:	Male: 22-24 inches (56-61cm), Female: 21-23 inches (53-58 cm)	Male: 27-29 inches (69-74 cm), Female: 25-27 inches (63-69 cm)	Male: 22-24 inches (55-61 cm), Female: 21-23 inches (54-59 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 22 inches (55.5 cm)	Male: 28 inches (71.5 cm), Female: 26 inches (66 cm)	Male: 23 inches (58 cm), Female: 21 inches (53.5 cm)

Labrador Retriever vs Newfoundland vs St. John's water dog Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Labrador Retriever or Newfoundland or St. John's water dog? Which is more expensive?	$1000-$2000	$1500-$2000	Unavailable
Availability Which is easier to get, Labrador Retriever or Newfoundland or St. John's water dog?	Very frequent: The Labrador Retriever is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Newfoundland is quite easy to get.	Unavailable: This dog breed, unfortunately, is no longer available, it may even be extinct.

Labrador Retriever vs Newfoundland vs St. John's water dog Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Labrador Retriever vs Newfoundland vs St. John's water dog intelligence:	Outstanding: Labrador Retriever is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Smart: The Newfoundland dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Very smart: St. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Labrador Retriever vs Newfoundland vs St. John's water dog trainability comparison.	Labrador Retriever dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Newfoundland dogs are easy to train. See more.	St. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Labrador Retriever or Newfoundland or St. John's water dog?	Labrador Retriever dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Newfoundland dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	St. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Labrador Retriever or Newfoundland or St. John's water dog? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Labrador Retriever dogs are average defenders. See more.	Newfoundland dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	St. See more.
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Labrador Retriever vs Newfoundland vs St. John's water dog Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Labrador Retriever or Newfoundland or St. John's water dog? Labrador Retriever vs Newfoundland vs St. John's water dog behavior/temperament comparison:	Playful Loving Energetic Alert Intelligent Friendly Responsive Affectionate Loyal Gentle Going Social Cheerful	Courageous Intelligent Loyal Gentle Social Sweet Cheerful	Playful Alert Intelligent Friendly 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.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Labrador Retriever vs Newfoundland vs St. John's water dog?	Slightly Below Average: Labrador Retriever dogs may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence. See more.	Average to High: Newfoundland dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	High: St. See more.
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Social Needs Labrador Retriever vs Newfoundland vs St. John's water dog social needs comparison:	Labrador Retriever dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Newfoundland dogs are a social breed. See more.	St. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Labrador Retriever dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Newfoundland dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	St. 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.	Newfoundland dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	St. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Labrador Retriever vs Newfoundland vs St. John's water dog Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Labrador Retriever vs Newfoundland vs St. John's water dog playfulness comparison:	The Labrador Retriever is a highly playful breed. See more.	Average: Newfoundlands, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The St. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Labrador Retriever vs Newfoundland vs St. John's water dog?	Average: The Labrador Retriever barks occasionally. See more.	Low to Average: The Newfoundland rarely barks. See more.	Average: The St. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Labrador Retriever or Newfoundland or St. John's water dog?	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 Newfoundland indoors.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the St.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Labrador Retriever vs Newfoundland vs St. John's water dog 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.	Newfoundland dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	St.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Labrador Retriever or Newfoundland or St. John's water dog?	Labrador Retriever dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Newfoundland 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.	St.

Labrador Retriever vs Newfoundland vs St. John's water dog Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Labrador Retriever or Newfoundland or St. John's water dog?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Labrador Retriever bite force: Ordinary.	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Newfoundland bite force: The Strongest.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ St.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
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 Newfoundland has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The St.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Labrador Retriever vs Newfoundland vs St. John's water dog mouthiness comparison:	Labrador Retriever dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Newfoundland dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	St. See more.

Labrador Retriever vs Newfoundland vs St. John's water dog Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Labrador Retriever vs Newfoundland vs St. John's water dog health comparison. Which is the healthier: Labrador Retriever vs Newfoundland vs St. John's water dog?	The Labrador Retriever is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Very healthy dog breed.	The St.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Labrador Retriever vs Newfoundland vs St. John's water dog? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Labrador Retriever vs Newfoundland vs St. John's water dog 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 Hip Dysplasia Cancer Hypothyroidism Bloat Epilepsy Cherry Eye Elbow Dysplasia Addison's Disease Cystinuria Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis	No data available
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Labrador Retriever should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Rare The Newfoundland should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Average The St.
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Life Expectancy Labrador Retriever vs Newfoundland vs St. John's water dog lifespan comparison. How long do Labrador Retriever, Newfoundland and St. John's water dog breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	10-12 years The average lifespan of Labrador Retriever: 11 years	9-13 years The average lifespan of Newfoundland: 11 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of St.
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Labrador Retriever vs Newfoundland vs St. John's water dog?	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 cold weather The Newfoundland can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The St. See more.

Labrador Retriever vs Newfoundland vs St. John's water dog Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Labrador Retriever or Newfoundland or St. John's water dog? Labrador Retriever vs Newfoundland vs St. John's water dog energy level comparison:	Labrador Retriever dogs are high-energy dogs.	Newfoundland dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.	St.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Labrador Retriever vs Newfoundland vs St. John's water dog exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Labrador Retriever or Newfoundland or St. John's water dog? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Labrador Retriever dogs need a lot of exercises.	Newfoundland dogs have an average exercise need.	St.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Labrador Retriever or Newfoundland or St. John's water dog?	Labrador Retriever dogs don't need too much sleep.	Newfoundland dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	St.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Labrador Retriever vs Newfoundland vs St. John's water dog Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Labrador Retriever or Newfoundland or St. John's water dog?	Recommended daily amount: 2.5 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	5 to 6 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	2 to 4.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Labrador Retriever vs Newfoundland vs St. John's water dog weight gain potential comparison:	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 Newfoundland's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the St. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Labrador Retriever vs Newfoundland vs St. John's water dog Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Labrador Retriever vs Newfoundland vs St. John's water dog coat comparison:	Dense Waterproof Hard Short	Fluffy Waterproof Thick	Dense Waterproof Thick Hard
Colors What are the original Labrador Retriever, Newfoundland and St. John's water dog color?	Black Yellow Chocolate	Black Gray White Brown	Black White
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Labrador Retriever or Newfoundland or St. John's water dog? Labrador Retriever vs Newfoundland vs St. John's water dog grooming comparison:	Effortless: The Labrador Retriever requires minimal grooming. See more.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Effortless: The St. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Labrador Retriever or Newfoundland or St. John's water dog? Labrador Retriever or Newfoundland or {name3 shedding:	Labrador Retriever dogs shed moderately. See more.	Newfoundland dogs are heavy shedders. See more.	St. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Labrador Retriever or Newfoundland or St. John's water dog?	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.
Hypoallergenic Labrador Retriever vs Newfoundland vs St. John's water dog hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Labrador Retriever vs Newfoundland vs St. John's water dog?	High 🔼 The Labrador Retriever has a high chance of bad smell.	High 🔼 The Newfoundland has a high chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The St.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Labrador Retriever is an average drooler. See more.	The Newfoundland 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.	The St. See more.

Labrador Retriever vs Newfoundland vs St. John's water dog Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Labrador Retriever dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Newfoundland dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.	St.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Labrador Retriever or Newfoundland or St. John's water dog? Which dog is more friendly?	Labrador Retriever dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	Newfoundland dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	St.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Labrador Retriever or Newfoundland or St. John's water dog?	Labrador Retriever dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Newfoundland dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	St.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Labrador Retriever or Newfoundland or St. John's water dog?	Labrador Retriever dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Newfoundland dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	St.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Labrador Retriever or Newfoundland or St. John's water dog?	Labrador Retriever dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Newfoundland dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	St.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Labrador Retriever vs Newfoundland vs St. John's water dog?	Yes Labrador Retriever dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Newfoundland dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes St.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Labrador Retriever is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Newfoundland is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No St.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Labrador Retrievers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Newfoundlands are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	St.

Labrador Retriever vs Newfoundland vs St. John's water dog As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Labrador Retriever or Newfoundland or St. John's water dog? Which is better for autism?	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
Therapy Dog Breeds
Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	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.	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.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Labrador Retriever vs Newfoundland vs St. John's water dog?	Yes Labrador Retriever breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Yes Newfoundland breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Yes St. See more.
Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Yes A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Fighting Dog / Military Dog	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	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 Newfoundland vs St. John's water dog Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.
Litter Size How many puppies can Labrador Retriever and Newfoundland and St. John's water dog have?	5-10 puppies	4-12 puppies	5-10 puppies
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Labrador Retriever vs Newfoundland vs St. John's water dog Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1917 as a Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1886 as a Working breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Retrievers section.	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type section.	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	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	No data available

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