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Name	Labrador Retriever	Perro de Presa Canario
Origins	England Canada	Spain
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Common Names & Aliases Compare different names used for Labrador Retriever and Perro de Presa Canario. What other names are these breeds known by?	Lab Labrador	Canarian Molosser Canary Mastiff Dogo Canario Presa Presa Canario Canary Catch Dog
Breed Classification Compare breed classifications between a Labrador Retriever and a Perro de Presa Canario. Learn about their genetic backgrounds.	Purebred	Cross Breed

Labrador Retriever vs Perro de Presa Canario Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Which is bigger: a Labrador Retriever or a Perro de Presa Canario? Compare size differences between these breeds.	Large	Large
Weight Statistics Compare weight ranges between a Labrador Retriever and a Perro de Presa Canario. Which breed is heavier?	Male: 60-75 pounds (27-34kg), Female: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg)	80-100 pounds (36-45 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)	90 pounds (40.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Labrador Retriever or Perro de Presa Canario? Is a Labrador Retriever taller than a Perro de Presa Canario?	Male: 22-24 inches (56-61cm), Female: 21-23 inches (53-58 cm)	21-25 inches (55-65 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 22 inches (55.5 cm)	23 inches (60 cm)

Labrador Retriever vs Perro de Presa Canario Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy prices between a Labrador Retriever and a Perro de Presa Canario. Which breed costs more?	$1000-$2000	$1200-$3000
Availability Which is easier to get, Labrador Retriever or Perro de Presa Canario?	Very frequent: The Labrador Retriever is quite easy to get.	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.

Labrador Retriever vs Perro de Presa Canario Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Which is smarter: a Labrador Retriever or a Perro de Presa Canario? Compare intelligence rankings and learning abilities.	Outstanding: Labrador Retriever is one of the brightest dog breeds. 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 Which is easier to train: a Labrador Retriever or a Perro de Presa Canario? Compare training requirements.	Labrador Retriever dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Perro de Presa Canario dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Rating Which makes a better watchdog: a Labrador Retriever or a Perro de Presa Canario? Compare alertness levels.	Labrador Retriever dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Perro de Presa Canario dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Which is more protective: a Labrador Retriever or a Perro de Presa Canario? Compare territorial behaviors.	Labrador Retriever dogs are average defenders. See more.	Perro de Presa Canario dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Labrador Retriever vs Perro de Presa Canario Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits Compare personalities of a Labrador Retriever and a Perro de Presa Canario. How do their temperaments differ?	Playful Loving Energetic Alert Intelligent Friendly Responsive Affectionate Loyal Gentle Going Social Cheerful	Dominant Gentle Strong Willed Calm Suspicious
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Labrador Retriever vs Perro de Presa Canario?	Sensitive: Labrador Retriever dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	Perro de Presa Canario 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 Perro de Presa Canario?	Slightly Below Average: Labrador Retriever dogs may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence. See more.	Average: Perro de Presa Canario dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Labrador Retriever vs Perro de Presa Canario social needs comparison:	Labrador Retriever dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Perro de Presa Canario dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between Labrador Retriever vs Perro de Presa Canario?	Labrador Retriever dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Perro de Presa Canario dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between Labrador Retriever vs Perro de Presa Canario? 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.	Perro de Presa Canario dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Labrador Retriever vs Perro de Presa Canario Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Which breed barks more: a Labrador Retriever or a Perro de Presa Canario? Compare vocalization tendencies.	Average: The Labrador Retriever barks occasionally. See more.	Low to Average: The Perro de Presa Canario rarely barks. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Playful Nature Which breed is more playful: a Labrador Retriever or a Perro de Presa Canario? Compare play drive and energy.	The Labrador Retriever is a highly playful breed. See more.	Average: Perro de Presa Canarios, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Which is better for apartments: a Labrador Retriever or a Perro de Presa Canario? Compare living space needs.	It is not recommended to keep the Labrador Retriever breed in the home.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Perro de Presa Canario breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Labrador Retriever vs Perro de Presa Canario Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Which adapts better to changes: a Labrador Retriever or a Perro de Presa Canario? Compare adaptability levels.	Labrador Retriever dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Perro de Presa Canario dogs don't adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Labrador Retriever or Perro de Presa Canario?	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.

Labrador Retriever vs Perro de Presa Canario Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Which has lower bite risk: a Labrador Retriever or a Perro de Presa Canario? Compare biting tendencies.	Moderate ⏺ The Labrador Retriever has an average chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Perro de Presa Canario has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Which is more mouthy: a Labrador Retriever or a Perro de Presa Canario? Compare mouthing behaviors.	Labrador Retriever dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Perro de Presa Canario dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.
Bite Strength Rating Which has a stronger bite: a Labrador Retriever or a Perro de Presa Canario? Compare bite force PSI.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Labrador Retriever bite force: Ordinary.	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Perro de Presa Canario bite force: The Strongest.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force

Labrador Retriever vs Perro de Presa Canario Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Which lives longer: a Labrador Retriever or a Perro de Presa Canario? Compare average lifespans.	10-12 years The average lifespan of Labrador Retriever: 11 years	9-11 years The average lifespan of Perro de Presa Canario: 10 years
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Climate Tolerance Which handles weather better: a Labrador Retriever or a Perro de Presa Canario? Compare climate tolerances.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. 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 common health issues between a Labrador Retriever and a Perro de Presa Canario. Which breed is healthier?	The Labrador Retriever is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Perro de Presa Canarios are commonly healthy dogs.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Labrador Retriever vs Perro de Presa Canario?	Average The Labrador Retriever should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Rare The Perro de Presa Canario 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 Perro de Presa Canario? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Labrador Retriever vs Perro de Presa Canario 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	Luxating Patella Hypothyroidism Bloat Demodectic Mange Cryptorchidism Dilated Cardiomyopathy Obsessive Compulsive Disorder

Labrador Retriever vs Perro de Presa Canario Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Which breed is more energetic: a Labrador Retriever or a Perro de Presa Canario? Compare activity levels.	Labrador Retriever dogs are high-energy dogs.	Perro de Presa Canario dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Labrador Retriever vs Perro de Presa Canario exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Labrador Retriever or Perro de Presa Canario? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Labrador Retriever dogs need a lot of exercises.	Perro de Presa Canario dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Labrador Retriever or Perro de Presa Canario?	Labrador Retriever dogs don't need too much sleep.	Perro de Presa Canario dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Labrador Retriever vs Perro de Presa Canario Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Which gains weight easier: a Labrador Retriever or a Perro de Presa Canario? Compare obesity risks.	High: The Labrador Retriever breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	High: The Perro de Presa Canario breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity
Food Consumption Which eats more: a Labrador Retriever or a Perro de Presa Canario? Compare daily food needs.	Recommended daily amount: 2.5 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	3 to 5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot

Labrador Retriever vs Perro de Presa Canario Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Which is more hypoallergenic: a Labrador Retriever or a Perro de Presa Canario? Compare allergy friendliness.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Coat Colors What color variations exist for Labrador Retriever and Perro de Presa Canario? Compare breed colors.	Black Yellow Chocolate	Black Red Silver Fawn Brindle
Grooming Requirements Which needs more grooming: a Labrador Retriever or a Perro de Presa Canario? Compare maintenance needs.	Effortless: The Labrador Retriever requires minimal grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The Perro de Presa Canario doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Drooling Tendency Which drools more: a Labrador Retriever or a Perro de Presa Canario? Compare drooling amounts.	The Labrador Retriever is an average drooler. See more.	The Perro de Presa Canario is an average drooler. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Which has less odor: a Labrador Retriever or a Perro de Presa Canario? Compare natural smell levels.	High 🔼 The Labrador Retriever has a high chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Perro de Presa Canario has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics How do coats differ between a Labrador Retriever and a Perro de Presa Canario? Compare fur types.	Dense Waterproof Hard Short	Smooth
Bathing Needs Which needs more baths: a Labrador Retriever or a Perro de Presa Canario? Compare bathing frequencies.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. 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 Perro de Presa Canario? Do Labrador Retriever dogs shed more than Perro de Presa Canario dogs?	Labrador Retriever dogs shed moderately. See more.	Perro de Presa Canario dogs shed none to minimal. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most

Labrador Retriever vs Perro de Presa Canario Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Which is better with children: a Labrador Retriever or a Perro de Presa Canario? Compare kid-friendliness.	Labrador Retriever dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Perro de Presa Canario dogs are not the most 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.	Perro de Presa Canario dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Labrador Retriever or Perro de Presa Canario? Which dog is more friendly?	Labrador Retriever dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	Perro de Presa Canario dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Labrador Retriever or Perro de Presa Canario?	Labrador Retriever dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Perro de Presa Canario dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Labrador Retriever or Perro de Presa Canario? Can a Labrador Retriever and a Perro de Presa Canario be friends? Do Labrador Retriever dogs get along with Perro de Presa Canario dogs?	Labrador Retriever dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Perro de Presa Canario dogs are not dog-friendly.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: Labrador Retriever vs Perro de Presa Canario?	Yes Labrador Retriever dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	No Perro de Presa Canario dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Labrador Retriever is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Perro de Presa Canario 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.	Perro de Presa Canarios are not the best breed for elderly people.

Labrador Retriever vs Perro de Presa Canario As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Which makes a better service dog: a Labrador Retriever or a Perro de Presa Canario? Compare service capabilities.	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 Work Suitability Which is better for therapy work: a Labrador Retriever or a Perro de Presa Canario? Compare therapy capabilities.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
Therapy Dog Breeds
Scent Detection Ability Which is better at detection work: a Labrador Retriever or a Perro de Presa Canario? Compare scenting abilities.	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.
Search & Rescue Potential Which is better for search and rescue: a Labrador Retriever or a Perro de Presa Canario? Compare SAR abilities.	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.
Maritime Work Ability Which is better on boats: a Labrador Retriever or a Perro de Presa Canario? Compare maritime abilities.	Yes Labrador Retriever breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Not really Perro de Presa Canario breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Which is better at pulling: a Labrador Retriever or a Perro de Presa Canario? Compare draft work capabilities.	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 history between Labrador Retriever and Perro de Presa Canario. Which has stronger military background?	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

Labrador Retriever vs Perro de Presa Canario Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare litter sizes between Labrador Retriever and Perro de Presa Canario. Which has larger litters?	5-10 puppies	7-9 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare pregnancy duration between Labrador Retriever and Perro de Presa Canario breeds.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding frequencies between Labrador Retriever and Perro de Presa Canario. Which needs longer recovery?	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 Perro de Presa Canario Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC classifications of Labrador Retriever and Perro de Presa Canario. Which groups do they belong to?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1917 as a Sporting breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Classification Compare FCI classifications of Labrador Retriever and Perro de Presa Canario. Which groups are they in?	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.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare kennel club recognition between Labrador Retriever and Perro de Presa Canario. Which is more widely recognized?	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 Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. United Kennel Club Foundation Stock Service

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