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Labrador Retriever vs Rottweiler vs Doberdor Comparison - Dog breed selector: Lab or Rott or Labraman? Find the right dog for you

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Name Labrador Retriever Rottweiler Doberdor
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Lab
Labrador
Rott
Rottie
Labraman
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Labrador Retriever vs Rottweiler vs Doberdor breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Cross Breed

Labrador Retriever vs Rottweiler vs Doberdor Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Labrador Retriever or Rottweiler or Doberdor? Which is the smallest dog, Labrador Retriever or Rottweiler or Doberdor?
Large Large
Giant
Large
Giant
Weight
Which is heavier, Labrador Retriever or Rottweiler or Rottweiler? Labrador Retriever vs Rottweiler vs Doberdor weight comparison:
Male: 60-75 pounds (27-34kg), Female: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg) Male: 95-130 pounds (43-59 kg), Female: 85-115 pounds (38-52 kg) 60-100 pounds (27-45 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) Male: 112.5 pounds (51 kg), Female: 100 pounds (45 kg) 80 pounds (36 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Labrador Retriever or Rottweiler or Doberdor? Labrador Retriever vs Rottweiler vs Doberdor height comparison:
Male: 22-24 inches (56-61cm), Female: 21-23 inches (53-58 cm) Male: 24-27 inches (61-69 cm), Female: 22-25 inches (56-63 cm) 24-27.5 inches (32-70 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 22 inches (55.5 cm) Male: 25.5 inches (65 cm), Female: 23.5 inches (59.5 cm) 26 inches (66 cm)

Labrador Retriever vs Rottweiler vs Doberdor Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Labrador Retriever or Rottweiler or Doberdor? Which is more expensive?
$1000-$2000 $1200-$2000 $400-$600
Availability
Which is easier to get, Labrador Retriever or Rottweiler or Doberdor?
Very frequent: The Labrador Retriever is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Rottweiler is quite easy to get.
Average: The Doberdor is a commonly available dog breed.

Labrador Retriever vs Rottweiler vs Doberdor Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Labrador Retriever vs Rottweiler vs Doberdor intelligence:
Outstanding: Labrador Retriever is one of the brightest dog breeds.
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Outstanding: Rottweiler is one of the brightest dog breeds.
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Smart: The Doberdor dogs have great intelligence.
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Trainability
Labrador Retriever vs Rottweiler vs Doberdor trainability comparison.
Labrador Retriever dogs are very easy to train.
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Rottweiler dogs are easy to train.
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Doberdor dogs are quite easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Labrador Retriever or Rottweiler or Doberdor?
Labrador Retriever dogs are average watchdogs.
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Rottweiler dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Doberdor dogs are good watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Labrador Retriever or Rottweiler or Doberdor? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Labrador Retriever dogs are average defenders.
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Rottweiler dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Doberdor dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Labrador Retriever vs Rottweiler vs Doberdor Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Labrador Retriever or Rottweiler or Doberdor? Labrador Retriever vs Rottweiler vs Doberdor behavior/temperament comparison:
Playful
Loving
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Affectionate
Loyal
Gentle
Going
Social
Cheerful
Independent
Protective
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Loyal
Fearless
Good-natured
Playful
Protective
Intelligent
Loyal
Guarding
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.
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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Doberdor dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Labrador Retriever vs Rottweiler vs Doberdor?
Slightly Below Average: Labrador Retriever dogs may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence.
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Average: Rottweiler dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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Average: Doberdor dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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Social Needs
Labrador Retriever vs Rottweiler vs Doberdor social needs comparison:
Labrador Retriever dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Rottweiler dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Doberdor dogs are a social breed.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Labrador Retriever dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Rottweiler dogs tend to escape less than other breeds.
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The wanderlust potential of the Doberdor is strong enough to escape from home.
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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.
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Rottweiler dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Doberdor dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Labrador Retriever vs Rottweiler vs Doberdor Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Labrador Retriever vs Rottweiler vs Doberdor playfulness comparison:
The Labrador Retriever is a highly playful breed.
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Average: Rottweilers, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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The Doberdor is a playful breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Labrador Retriever vs Rottweiler vs Doberdor?
Average: The Labrador Retriever barks occasionally.
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Low: The Rottweiler barks none to minimal.
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Average to High: The Doberdor is a vocal breed.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Labrador Retriever or Rottweiler or Doberdor?
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 Rottweiler indoors.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Doberdor breed.

Labrador Retriever vs Rottweiler vs Doberdor 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: Rottweiler dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Doberdor dogs don't adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Labrador Retriever or Rottweiler or Doberdor?
Labrador Retriever dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
Rottweiler dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
Doberdor 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.

Labrador Retriever vs Rottweiler vs Doberdor Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Labrador Retriever or Rottweiler or Doberdor?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Labrador Retriever bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Rottweiler bite force: Ordinary.

Above 400 PSI 🔼

Doberdor bite force: The Strongest.
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.

High 🔼

The Rottweiler has a high chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Doberdor has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Labrador Retriever vs Rottweiler vs Doberdor mouthiness comparison:
Labrador Retriever dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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Rottweiler dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Doberdor dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Labrador Retriever vs Rottweiler vs Doberdor Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Labrador Retriever vs Rottweiler vs Doberdor health comparison. Which is the healthier: Labrador Retriever vs Rottweiler vs Doberdor?
The Labrador Retriever is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The Rottweiler is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Doberdors are commonly healthy dogs.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Labrador Retriever vs Rottweiler vs Doberdor? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Labrador Retriever vs Rottweiler vs Doberdor 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
Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Hypothyroidism
Bloat
Elbow Dysplasia
Panosteitis
Aortic Stenosis
Osteosarcoma
Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis
Elbow Dysplasia
Wobbler's Syndrome
Hip Dysplasia
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 Rottweiler should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Rare
The Doberdor should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Life Expectancy
Labrador Retriever vs Rottweiler vs Doberdor lifespan comparison. How long do Labrador Retriever, Rottweiler and Doberdor breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Labrador Retriever: 11 years
8-12 years
The average lifespan of Rottweiler: 10 years
10-14 years
The average lifespan of Doberdor: 12 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Labrador Retriever vs Rottweiler vs Doberdor?
Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
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Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
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Labrador Retriever vs Rottweiler vs Doberdor Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Labrador Retriever or Rottweiler or Doberdor? Labrador Retriever vs Rottweiler vs Doberdor energy level comparison:
Labrador Retriever dogs are high-energy dogs.
Rottweiler dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Doberdor dogs are high-energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Labrador Retriever vs Rottweiler vs Doberdor exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Labrador Retriever or Rottweiler or Doberdor? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Labrador Retriever dogs need a lot of exercises.
Rottweiler dogs have an average exercise need.
Doberdor dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Labrador Retriever or Rottweiler or Doberdor?
Labrador Retriever dogs don't need too much sleep.
Rottweiler dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Doberdor dogs don't need too much sleep.

Labrador Retriever vs Rottweiler vs Doberdor Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Labrador Retriever or Rottweiler or Doberdor?
Recommended daily amount: 2.5 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. Recommended daily amount: 4 to 10 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 6 to 8 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Labrador Retriever vs Rottweiler vs Doberdor weight gain potential comparison:
High: The Labrador Retriever breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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High: The Rottweiler breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Doberdor's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Labrador Retriever vs Rottweiler vs Doberdor Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Labrador Retriever vs Rottweiler vs Doberdor coat comparison:
Dense
Waterproof
Hard
Short
Dense Dense
Straight
Colors
What are the original Labrador Retriever, Rottweiler and Doberdor color?
Black
Yellow
Chocolate
Black
Tan
Rust
Mahogany
Black
Tan
Fawn
Chocolate
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Labrador Retriever or Rottweiler or Doberdor? Labrador Retriever vs Rottweiler vs Doberdor grooming comparison:
Effortless: The Labrador Retriever requires minimal grooming.
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Effortless: The Rottweiler requires minimal grooming.
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Easy to groom: The Doberdor doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Labrador Retriever or Rottweiler or Doberdor? Labrador Retriever or Rottweiler or {name3 shedding:
Labrador Retriever dogs shed moderately.
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Rottweiler dogs shed moderately.
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Doberdor dogs shed none to minimal.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Labrador Retriever or Rottweiler or Doberdor?
3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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Hypoallergenic
Labrador Retriever vs Rottweiler vs Doberdor hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?
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Stinkiness
Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Labrador Retriever vs Rottweiler vs Doberdor?

High 🔼

The Labrador Retriever has a high chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Rottweiler has an average chance of bad smell.

Low 🔽

The Doberdor has a low chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?
The Labrador Retriever is an average drooler.
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The Rottweiler drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed.
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The Doberdor is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency.
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Labrador Retriever vs Rottweiler vs Doberdor Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Labrador Retriever dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Rottweiler dogs are generally with other pets.
Doberdor dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Labrador Retriever or Rottweiler or Doberdor? Which dog is more friendly?
Labrador Retriever dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Rottweiler dogs are not stranger friendly dogs.
Doberdor dogs are not stranger friendly dogs.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Labrador Retriever or Rottweiler or Doberdor?
Labrador Retriever dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Rottweiler dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.
Doberdor dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Labrador Retriever or Rottweiler or Doberdor?
Labrador Retriever dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Rottweiler dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Doberdor dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Labrador Retriever or Rottweiler or Doberdor?
Labrador Retriever dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Rottweiler dogs are not dog-friendly.
Doberdor dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Labrador Retriever vs Rottweiler vs Doberdor?
Yes
Labrador Retriever dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Rottweiler dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
No
Doberdor 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
Rottweiler is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Doberdor 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.
Rottweilers are not the best breed for elderly people.
Doberdors are commonly okay with elderly people.

Labrador Retriever vs Rottweiler vs Doberdor As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog
Which one could be a service dog?

Yes

This breed makes good as a service dog.
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Yes

This breed makes good as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Therapy Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: Labrador Retriever or Rottweiler or Doberdor? Which is better for autism?

Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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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 Rottweiler vs Doberdor?

Yes

Labrador Retriever breed usually likes being on a boat.
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Not really

Rottweiler breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Doberdor breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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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.
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Yes

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Fighting Dog / Military Dog

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Yes

In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Labrador Retriever vs Rottweiler vs Doberdor 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.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Litter Size
How many puppies can Labrador Retriever and Rottweiler and Doberdor have?
5-10 puppies 8-12 puppies 6-10 puppies

Labrador Retriever vs Rottweiler vs Doberdor 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 1931 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
Colonial Rottweiler Club
Deutscher Rottweiler Klub
International Rottweiler Club
Not recognized by any clubs.

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