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Name	Labrador Retriever	Rottweiler	Indian pariah dog
Origins	England Canada	Germany	India
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Group	Gun Dog	Working Dogs	Companion Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Lab Labrador	Rott Rottie	INDog
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Labrador Retriever vs Rottweiler vs Indian pariah dog breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Labrador Retriever vs Rottweiler vs Indian pariah dog Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Labrador Retriever or Rottweiler or Indian pariah dog? Which is the smallest dog, Labrador Retriever or Rottweiler or Indian pariah dog?	Large	Large Giant	Large Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Labrador Retriever or Rottweiler or Rottweiler? Labrador Retriever vs Rottweiler vs Indian pariah dog 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)	Male: 35-45 pounds (16-20 kg), Female: 30-40 pounds (14-18 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)	Male: 40 pounds (18 kg), Female: 35 pounds (16 kg)
Height Which is taller, Labrador Retriever or Rottweiler or Indian pariah dog? Labrador Retriever vs Rottweiler vs Indian pariah dog 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)	Male: 23-25 inches (57-64 cm), Female: 21-23.5 inches (53-60 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)	Male: 24 inches (57 cm), Female: 22 inches (56 cm)

Labrador Retriever vs Rottweiler vs Indian pariah dog Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Labrador Retriever or Rottweiler or Indian pariah dog? Which is more expensive?	$1000-$2000	$1200-$2000	$300-$400
Availability Which is easier to get, Labrador Retriever or Rottweiler or Indian pariah dog?	Very frequent: The Labrador Retriever is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Rottweiler is quite easy to get.	Average: The Indian pariah dog is a commonly available dog breed.

Labrador Retriever vs Rottweiler vs Indian pariah dog Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Labrador Retriever vs Rottweiler vs Indian pariah dog intelligence:	Outstanding: Labrador Retriever is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Outstanding: Rottweiler is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Smart: The Indian pariah dog dogs have great intelligence. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Labrador Retriever vs Rottweiler vs Indian pariah dog trainability comparison.	Labrador Retriever dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Rottweiler dogs are easy to train. See more.	Indian pariah dog dogs are very 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 Rottweiler or Indian pariah dog?	Labrador Retriever dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Rottweiler dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Indian pariah dog dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Labrador Retriever or Rottweiler or Indian pariah 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.	Rottweiler dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Indian pariah dog dogs are average defenders. See more.
Guard Dog Breeds List

Labrador Retriever vs Rottweiler vs Indian pariah dog Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Labrador Retriever or Rottweiler or Indian pariah dog? Labrador Retriever vs Rottweiler vs Indian pariah dog 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	Docile Cautious
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 Rottweiler vs Indian pariah dog?	Slightly Below Average: Labrador Retriever dogs may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence. See more.	Average: Rottweiler dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	High: Indian pariah dog dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Labrador Retriever vs Rottweiler vs Indian pariah dog social needs comparison:	Labrador Retriever dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Rottweiler dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Indian pariah dog dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Labrador Retriever dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Rottweiler dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Indian pariah dog is strong enough to escape from home. 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.	Rottweiler dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Indian pariah dog dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Labrador Retriever vs Rottweiler vs Indian pariah dog Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Labrador Retriever vs Rottweiler vs Indian pariah dog playfulness comparison:	The Labrador Retriever is a highly playful breed. See more.	Average: Rottweilers, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Indian pariah dog is a highly playful breed. See more.
Most Playful Dog Breeds
Barking Which dog barks more/less: Labrador Retriever vs Rottweiler vs Indian pariah dog?	Average: The Labrador Retriever barks occasionally. See more.	Low: The Rottweiler barks none to minimal. See more.	Average to High: The Indian pariah dog is a vocal breed. 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 Rottweiler or Indian pariah 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 Rottweiler indoors.	Apartment-friendly dog the Indian pariah dog breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Labrador Retriever vs Rottweiler vs Indian pariah 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.	Average: Rottweiler dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Indian pariah dog dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Labrador Retriever or Rottweiler or Indian pariah dog?	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.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Labrador Retriever vs Rottweiler vs Indian pariah dog Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Labrador Retriever vs Rottweiler vs Indian pariah dog Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Labrador Retriever vs Rottweiler vs Indian pariah dog health comparison. Which is the healthier: Labrador Retriever vs Rottweiler vs Indian pariah dog?	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.	Very healthy dog breed.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Labrador Retriever vs Rottweiler vs Indian pariah dog? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Labrador Retriever vs Rottweiler vs Indian pariah 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	Hip Dysplasia Allergies Hypothyroidism Bloat Elbow Dysplasia Panosteitis Aortic Stenosis Osteosarcoma 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.	Average The Rottweiler should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Rare The Indian pariah dog should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Labrador Retriever vs Rottweiler vs Indian pariah dog lifespan comparison. How long do Labrador Retriever, Rottweiler and Indian pariah dog 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	12-14 years The average lifespan of Indian pariah dog: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Labrador Retriever vs Rottweiler vs Indian pariah 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 average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.

Labrador Retriever vs Rottweiler vs Indian pariah dog Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Labrador Retriever or Rottweiler or Indian pariah dog? Labrador Retriever vs Rottweiler vs Indian pariah dog energy level comparison:	Labrador Retriever dogs are high-energy dogs.	Rottweiler dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Indian pariah dog dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Labrador Retriever vs Rottweiler vs Indian pariah dog exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Labrador Retriever or Rottweiler or Indian pariah dog? 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.	Indian pariah dog dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Labrador Retriever or Rottweiler or Indian pariah dog?	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.	Indian pariah dog dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Labrador Retriever vs Rottweiler vs Indian pariah dog Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Labrador Retriever or Rottweiler or Indian pariah dog?	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.	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 Rottweiler vs Indian pariah dog weight gain potential comparison:	High: The Labrador Retriever breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	High: The Rottweiler breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	Low to Average: The Indian pariah dog has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Labrador Retriever vs Rottweiler vs Indian pariah dog Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Labrador Retriever vs Rottweiler vs Indian pariah dog coat comparison:	Dense Waterproof Hard Short	Dense	Smooth Double
Colors What are the original Labrador Retriever, Rottweiler and Indian pariah dog color?	Black Yellow Chocolate	Black Tan Rust Mahogany	Various combinations
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Labrador Retriever or Rottweiler or Indian pariah dog? Labrador Retriever vs Rottweiler vs Indian pariah dog grooming comparison:	Effortless: The Labrador Retriever requires minimal grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Rottweiler requires minimal grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The Indian pariah dog doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Labrador Retriever or Rottweiler or Indian pariah dog? Labrador Retriever or Rottweiler or {name3 shedding:	Labrador Retriever dogs shed moderately. See more.	Rottweiler dogs shed moderately. See more.	Indian pariah dog dogs are low shedders. 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 Rottweiler or Indian pariah dog?	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.	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 Rottweiler vs Indian pariah 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 Rottweiler vs Indian pariah dog?	High 🔼 The Labrador Retriever has a high chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Rottweiler has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Indian pariah dog 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 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. See more.	The Indian pariah dog is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.

Labrador Retriever vs Rottweiler vs Indian pariah 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.	Rottweiler dogs are generally with other pets.	Indian pariah dog dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Labrador Retriever or Rottweiler or Indian pariah dog? Which dog is more friendly?	Labrador Retriever dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	Rottweiler dogs are not stranger friendly dogs.	Indian pariah dog dogs are not the most 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 Rottweiler or Indian pariah dog?	Labrador Retriever dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Rottweiler dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.	Indian pariah dog dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Labrador Retriever or Rottweiler or Indian pariah dog?	Labrador Retriever dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Rottweiler dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Indian pariah dog dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Labrador Retriever or Rottweiler or Indian pariah dog?	Labrador Retriever dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Rottweiler dogs are not dog-friendly.	Indian pariah dog dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Labrador Retriever vs Rottweiler vs Indian pariah dog?	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.	Yes Indian pariah dog 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 Rottweiler is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Indian pariah dog 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.	Indian pariah dogs are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Labrador Retriever vs Rottweiler vs Indian pariah 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 Rottweiler or Indian pariah dog? Which is better for autism?	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	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
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 Indian pariah dog?	Yes Labrador Retriever breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Not really Rottweiler breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Indian pariah dog 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.	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.	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 Indian pariah 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 Rottweiler and Indian pariah dog have?	5-10 puppies	8-12 puppies	6-9 puppies
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Labrador Retriever vs Rottweiler vs Indian pariah 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 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	No data available

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