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Name	Labrador Retriever	Rajapalayam dog	Kanni
Origins	England Canada	India	India
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Lab Labrador	Indian Sight-Hound Poligar hound	Maiden's Beastmaster
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Labrador Retriever vs Rajapalayam dog vs Kanni breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Labrador Retriever vs Rajapalayam dog vs Kanni Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Labrador Retriever or Rajapalayam dog or Kanni? Which is the smallest dog, Labrador Retriever or Rajapalayam dog or Kanni?	Large	Large	Large Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Labrador Retriever or Rajapalayam dog or Rajapalayam dog? Labrador Retriever vs Rajapalayam dog vs Kanni weight comparison:	Male: 60-75 pounds (27-34kg), Female: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg)	Male: 44-55 pounds (20-25 kg), Female: 37-46 pounds (17-21 kg)	35-48 pounds (16-22 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: 50 pounds (22.5 kg), Female: 41.5 pounds (19 kg)	43.5 pounds (19 kg)
Height Which is taller, Labrador Retriever or Rajapalayam dog or Kanni? Labrador Retriever vs Rajapalayam dog vs Kanni height comparison:	Male: 22-24 inches (56-61cm), Female: 21-23 inches (53-58 cm)	Male: 25–30 inches (63.5-76 kg) Female: 24–28 inches (61-71 cm)	25-29 inch (63-73 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 22 inches (55.5 cm)	Male: 27.5 inches (70 cm), Female: 26 inches (66 cm)	27 inch (68 cm)

Labrador Retriever vs Rajapalayam dog vs Kanni Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Labrador Retriever or Rajapalayam dog or Kanni? Which is more expensive?	$1000-$2000	$200-$400	$80-$120
Availability Which is easier to get, Labrador Retriever or Rajapalayam dog or Kanni?	Very frequent: The Labrador Retriever is quite easy to get.	Average: The Rajapalayam dog is a commonly available dog breed.	Average: The Kanni is a commonly available dog breed.

Labrador Retriever vs Rajapalayam dog vs Kanni Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Labrador Retriever vs Rajapalayam dog vs Kanni intelligence:	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.	Smart: The Kanni dogs have great intelligence. See more.
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Trainability Labrador Retriever vs Rajapalayam dog vs Kanni trainability comparison.	Labrador Retriever dogs are very easy to train. See more.	A slightly harder to train than average. See more.	Kanni dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Labrador Retriever or Rajapalayam dog or Kanni?	Labrador Retriever dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Rajapalayam dog dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Kanni dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Labrador Retriever or Rajapalayam dog or Kanni? 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.	Rajapalayam dog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Kanni dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Labrador Retriever vs Rajapalayam dog vs Kanni Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Labrador Retriever or Rajapalayam dog or Kanni? Labrador Retriever vs Rajapalayam dog vs Kanni behavior/temperament comparison:	Playful Loving Energetic Alert Intelligent Friendly Responsive Affectionate Loyal Gentle Going Social Cheerful	Protective Courageous Affectionate Loyal Devoted	Agile Protective Graceful
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.	Sensitive: Kanni dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Labrador Retriever vs Rajapalayam dog vs Kanni?	Slightly Below Average: Labrador Retriever dogs may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence. See more.	Slightly Below Average: Rajapalayam dog dogs may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence. See more.	Average to High: Kanni dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
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Social Needs Labrador Retriever vs Rajapalayam dog vs Kanni social needs comparison:	Labrador Retriever dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Rajapalayam dog dogs are kinda antisocial. See more.	Kanni 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.	Rajapalayam dog dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	Kanni dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. 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.	Rajapalayam dog dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Kanni 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 Rajapalayam dog vs Kanni Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Labrador Retriever vs Rajapalayam dog vs Kanni playfulness comparison:	The Labrador Retriever is a highly playful breed. See more.	Average: Rajapalayam dogs, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Kanni is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Labrador Retriever vs Rajapalayam dog vs Kanni?	Average: The Labrador Retriever barks occasionally. See more.	Low to Average: The Rajapalayam dog rarely barks. See more.	Low: The Kanni barks none to minimal. 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 Rajapalayam dog or Kanni?	It is not recommended to keep the Labrador Retriever breed in the home.	It is not recommended to keep the Rajapalayam dog breed in the home.	Very house-friendly dog the Kanni breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Labrador Retriever vs Rajapalayam dog vs Kanni Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Labrador Retriever dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Average: Rajapalayam dog dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Average: Kanni dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Labrador Retriever or Rajapalayam dog or Kanni?	Labrador Retriever dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Rajapalayam dog dogs handle alone time quite well.	Kanni dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Labrador Retriever vs Rajapalayam dog vs Kanni Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Labrador Retriever or Rajapalayam dog or Kanni?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Labrador Retriever bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Rajapalayam dog bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Kanni bite force: Ordinary.
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 Rajapalayam dog has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Kanni has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Labrador Retriever vs Rajapalayam dog vs Kanni mouthiness comparison:	Labrador Retriever dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Rajapalayam dog dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Kanni dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Labrador Retriever vs Rajapalayam dog vs Kanni Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Labrador Retriever vs Rajapalayam dog vs Kanni health comparison. Which is the healthier: Labrador Retriever vs Rajapalayam dog vs Kanni?	The Labrador Retriever is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Rajapalayam dog is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Kanni is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Labrador Retriever vs Rajapalayam dog vs Kanni? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Labrador Retriever vs Rajapalayam dog vs Kanni health problems comparison:	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Epilepsy Ear Infections Elbow Dysplasia Osteochondrosis Dissecans Tricuspid Valve Dysplasia Acute Moist Dermatitis Cold Tail Myopathy	No data available	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.	Average The Rajapalayam dog should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Kanni should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy Labrador Retriever vs Rajapalayam dog vs Kanni lifespan comparison. How long do Labrador Retriever, Rajapalayam dog and Kanni breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	10-12 years The average lifespan of Labrador Retriever: 11 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Rajapalayam dog: 11 years	14-16 years The average lifespan of Kanni: 15 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Labrador Retriever vs Rajapalayam dog vs Kanni?	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.	Prefers warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. See more.

Labrador Retriever vs Rajapalayam dog vs Kanni Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Labrador Retriever vs Rajapalayam dog vs Kanni Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Labrador Retriever or Rajapalayam dog or Kanni?	Recommended daily amount: 2.5 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	2 to 2.5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, divided into two meals.	1.5 to 2.5 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 Rajapalayam dog vs Kanni weight gain potential comparison:	High: The Labrador Retriever breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	Average: The Rajapalayam dog has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Low to Average: The Kanni has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.
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Labrador Retriever vs Rajapalayam dog vs Kanni Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Labrador Retriever vs Rajapalayam dog vs Kanni coat comparison:	Dense Waterproof Hard Short	Fine	Smooth Flat
Colors What are the original Labrador Retriever, Rajapalayam dog and Kanni color?	Black Yellow Chocolate	Black White Brown	Red White Silver Fawn Brindle Grey
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Labrador Retriever or Rajapalayam dog or Kanni? Labrador Retriever vs Rajapalayam dog vs Kanni grooming comparison:	Effortless: The Labrador Retriever requires minimal grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The Rajapalayam dog doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Kanni requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Labrador Retriever or Rajapalayam dog or Kanni? Labrador Retriever or Rajapalayam dog or {name3 shedding:	Labrador Retriever dogs shed moderately. See more.	Rajapalayam dog dogs shed moderately. See more.	Kanni dogs shed moderately. 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 Rajapalayam dog or Kanni?	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.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.
Hypoallergenic Labrador Retriever vs Rajapalayam dog vs Kanni 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 Rajapalayam dog vs Kanni?	High 🔼 The Labrador Retriever has a high chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Rajapalayam dog has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Kanni has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Labrador Retriever is an average drooler. See more.	The Rajapalayam dog is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Kanni is an average drooler. See more.

Labrador Retriever vs Rajapalayam dog vs Kanni Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Labrador Retriever dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Rajapalayam dog dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.	Kanni dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Labrador Retriever or Rajapalayam dog or Kanni? Which dog is more friendly?	Labrador Retriever dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	Rajapalayam dog dogs are not stranger friendly dogs.	Kanni dogs are not stranger friendly dogs.
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 Rajapalayam dog or Kanni?	Labrador Retriever dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Rajapalayam dog dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.	Kanni dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Labrador Retriever or Rajapalayam dog or Kanni?	Labrador Retriever dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Rajapalayam dog dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.	Kanni dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Labrador Retriever or Rajapalayam dog or Kanni?	Labrador Retriever dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Rajapalayam dog dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Kanni dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Labrador Retriever vs Rajapalayam dog vs Kanni?	Yes Labrador Retriever dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	No Rajapalayam dog dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.	Yes Kanni 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 Rajapalayam dog is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Kanni 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.	Rajapalayam dogs are commonly okay with elderly people.	Kannis are commonly okay with elderly people.

Labrador Retriever vs Rajapalayam dog vs Kanni 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.	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 Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Labrador Retriever or Rajapalayam dog or Kanni? 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.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Labrador Retriever vs Rajapalayam dog vs Kanni?	Yes Labrador Retriever breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Not really Rajapalayam dog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Kanni breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. 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.	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.
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 Rajapalayam dog vs Kanni 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 Rajapalayam dog and Kanni have?	5-10 puppies	5-8 puppies	4-7 puppies
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Labrador Retriever vs Rajapalayam dog vs Kanni Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1917 as a Sporting breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	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.	Not recognized by FCI.	Not recognized by FCI.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club Canadian Canine Registry	No data available	No data available

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