Labrador Retriever vs Shepsky vs Aussiepom Comparison - Dog breed selector: Lab or Gerberian Shepsky or Aussi Pom? Find the right dog for you

"Find similarities and differences between Labrador Retriever vs Shepsky vs Aussiepom" Compare Labrador Retriever and Shepsky. Which is better: Labrador Retriever or Shepsky or Aussiepom?

Size and Weight Price and Availability Trainability and Intelligence Personality and Temperament Activity and Playfulness Adaptability and Independence Bite Characteristics Health and Lifespan Energy and Activity Diet and Weight Management Allergies and Grooming Good With As a Working Dog Reproducibility Recognition Show differences only

Name	Labrador Retriever	Shepsky	Aussiepom
Origins	England Canada	Germany Russia	United States United Kingdom
All Dog Breeds By Country Of Origin
Group	Gun Dog	Designer Dogs	Designer Dogs
Popularity Rank	1	561	603
Reviews	9	0	0
User Ratings

Other Names What other names do they have?	Lab Labrador	Gerberian Shepsky	Aussi Pom Aussie Pom Aussiepoms
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Labrador Retriever vs Shepsky vs Aussiepom breed type comparison:	Purebred	Cross Breed	Cross Breed

Labrador Retriever vs Shepsky vs Aussiepom Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Labrador Retriever or Shepsky or Aussiepom? Which is the smallest dog, Labrador Retriever or Shepsky or Aussiepom?	Large	Large	Small Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Labrador Retriever or Shepsky or Shepsky? Labrador Retriever vs Shepsky vs Aussiepom weight comparison:	Male: 60-75 pounds (27-34kg), Female: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg)	45-80 pounds (20-36 kg)	10-30 pounds (4.5-13.5)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 67.5 pounds (30.5 kg), Female: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg)	62.5 pounds (28 kg)	20 pounds (9.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Labrador Retriever or Shepsky or Aussiepom? Labrador Retriever vs Shepsky vs Aussiepom height comparison:	Male: 22-24 inches (56-61cm), Female: 21-23 inches (53-58 cm)	20-25 inches (51-63 cm)	11-16 inches (28-40 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 22 inches (55.5 cm)	22.5 inches (57 cm)	13.5 inches (34 cm)

Labrador Retriever vs Shepsky vs Aussiepom Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Labrador Retriever or Shepsky or Aussiepom? Which is more expensive?	$1000-$2000	$400-$600	$500-$700
Availability Which is easier to get, Labrador Retriever or Shepsky or Aussiepom?	Very frequent: The Labrador Retriever is quite easy to get.	Frequent: The Shepsky is easier than average to get.	Average: The Aussiepom is a commonly available dog breed.

Labrador Retriever vs Shepsky vs Aussiepom Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Labrador Retriever vs Shepsky vs Aussiepom intelligence:	Outstanding: Labrador Retriever is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Very smart: Shepsky is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Smart: The Aussiepom dogs have great intelligence. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Labrador Retriever vs Shepsky vs Aussiepom trainability comparison.	Labrador Retriever dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Shepsky dogs are easy to train. See more.	Aussiepom dogs are quite 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 Shepsky or Aussiepom?	Labrador Retriever dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Shepsky dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Aussiepom dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Labrador Retriever or Shepsky or Aussiepom? 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.	Shepsky dogs are average defenders. See more.	Aussiepom dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
Guard Dog Breeds List

Labrador Retriever vs Shepsky vs Aussiepom Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Labrador Retriever or Shepsky or Aussiepom? Labrador Retriever vs Shepsky vs Aussiepom behavior/temperament comparison:	Playful Loving Energetic Alert Intelligent Friendly Responsive Affectionate Loyal Gentle Going Social Cheerful	Energetic Alert Intelligent Affectionate Loyal	Active Funny Energetic Protective Affectionate Loyal Guarding Smart
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.	Aussiepom 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 Shepsky vs Aussiepom?	Slightly Below Average: Labrador Retriever dogs may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence. See more.	High: Shepsky dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: Aussiepom dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Labrador Retriever vs Shepsky vs Aussiepom social needs comparison:	Labrador Retriever dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Shepsky dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Aussiepom dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Labrador Retriever dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Shepsky dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Aussiepom dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. 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.	Shepsky dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Aussiepom 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 Shepsky vs Aussiepom Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Labrador Retriever vs Shepsky vs Aussiepom playfulness comparison:	The Labrador Retriever is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Shepsky is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Aussiepom is a highly playful breed. See more.
Most Playful Dog Breeds
Barking Which dog barks more/less: Labrador Retriever vs Shepsky vs Aussiepom?	Average: The Labrador Retriever barks occasionally. See more.	Average: The Shepsky barks occasionally. See more.	Average: The Aussiepom barks occasionally. 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 Shepsky or Aussiepom?	It is not recommended to keep the Labrador Retriever breed in the home.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Shepsky breed.	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 Aussiepom indoors.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Labrador Retriever vs Shepsky vs Aussiepom 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.	Shepsky dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Average: Aussiepom 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 Shepsky or Aussiepom?	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.	Aussiepom 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 Shepsky vs Aussiepom Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Labrador Retriever or Shepsky or Aussiepom?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Labrador Retriever bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Shepsky bite force: Ordinary.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Aussiepom bite force: Weak.
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 Shepsky has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Aussiepom has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Labrador Retriever vs Shepsky vs Aussiepom mouthiness comparison:	Labrador Retriever dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Shepsky dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Aussiepom dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Labrador Retriever vs Shepsky vs Aussiepom Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Labrador Retriever vs Shepsky vs Aussiepom health comparison. Which is the healthier: Labrador Retriever vs Shepsky vs Aussiepom?	The Labrador Retriever is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Shepsky is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Aussiepoms are commonly healthy dogs.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Labrador Retriever vs Shepsky vs Aussiepom? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Labrador Retriever vs Shepsky vs Aussiepom 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 Patellar Luxation Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy	Blindness Deafness Dental Problems Kneecap dislocations
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 Shepsky should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Rare The Aussiepom 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 Shepsky vs Aussiepom lifespan comparison. How long do Labrador Retriever, Shepsky and Aussiepom breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	10-12 years The average lifespan of Labrador Retriever: 11 years	10-14 years The average lifespan of Shepsky: 12 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Aussiepom: 13 years
Calculate dog years to human years by breed here
Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Labrador Retriever vs Shepsky vs Aussiepom?	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 cold weather conditions The Shepsky can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. 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.

Labrador Retriever vs Shepsky vs Aussiepom Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Labrador Retriever or Shepsky or Aussiepom? Labrador Retriever vs Shepsky vs Aussiepom energy level comparison:	Labrador Retriever dogs are high-energy dogs.	Shepsky dogs are high-energy dogs.	Aussiepom dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Labrador Retriever vs Shepsky vs Aussiepom exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Labrador Retriever or Shepsky or Aussiepom? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Labrador Retriever dogs need a lot of exercises.	Shepsky dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Aussiepom dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Labrador Retriever or Shepsky or Aussiepom?	Labrador Retriever dogs don't need too much sleep.	Shepsky dogs don't need too much sleep.	Aussiepom dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Labrador Retriever vs Shepsky vs Aussiepom Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Labrador Retriever or Shepsky or Aussiepom?	Recommended daily amount: 2.5 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	3 to 4 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 Shepsky vs Aussiepom weight gain potential comparison:	High: The Labrador Retriever breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	Low to Average: The Shepsky has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Aussiepom's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Labrador Retriever vs Shepsky vs Aussiepom Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Labrador Retriever vs Shepsky vs Aussiepom coat comparison:	Dense Waterproof Hard Short	Dense Long	Fluffy Medium
Colors What are the original Labrador Retriever, Shepsky and Aussiepom color?	Black Yellow Chocolate	Black Red Blue Cream White Brown	Tricolor Red Merle Blue Merle
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Labrador Retriever or Shepsky or Aussiepom? Labrador Retriever vs Shepsky vs Aussiepom grooming comparison:	Effortless: The Labrador Retriever requires minimal grooming. See more.	Average: The Shepsky requires average grooming effort. See more.	Advanced: The Aussiepom requires a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Labrador Retriever or Shepsky or Aussiepom? Labrador Retriever or Shepsky or {name3 shedding:	Labrador Retriever dogs shed moderately. See more.	Shepsky dogs shed above average. See more.	Aussiepom 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 Shepsky or Aussiepom?	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 Shepsky vs Aussiepom hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	Yes 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 Shepsky vs Aussiepom?	High 🔼 The Labrador Retriever has a high chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Shepsky has a low chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Aussiepom 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. See more.	The Shepsky is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The Aussiepom is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.

Labrador Retriever vs Shepsky vs Aussiepom Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Labrador Retriever dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Shepsky dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.	Aussiepom dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Labrador Retriever or Shepsky or Aussiepom? Which dog is more friendly?	Labrador Retriever dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	Shepsky dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Aussiepom dogs are 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 Shepsky or Aussiepom?	Labrador Retriever dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Shepsky dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Aussiepom dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Labrador Retriever or Shepsky or Aussiepom?	Labrador Retriever dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Shepsky dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Aussiepom 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 Shepsky or Aussiepom?	Labrador Retriever dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Shepsky dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Aussiepom dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Labrador Retriever vs Shepsky vs Aussiepom?	Yes Labrador Retriever dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Shepsky dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Aussiepom 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 Shepsky is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Aussiepom 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.	Shepskys are usually recommended for elderly people.	Aussiepoms are commonly okay with elderly people.

Labrador Retriever vs Shepsky vs Aussiepom 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.
Most Popular Service Dog Breeds
Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Labrador Retriever or Shepsky or Aussiepom? 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.	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 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 Shepsky vs Aussiepom?	Yes Labrador Retriever breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Not really Shepsky breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Aussiepom 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 Shepsky vs Aussiepom 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 Shepsky and Aussiepom have?	5-10 puppies	6-10 puppies	2-5 puppies
Dog Name Generator – Find A Perfect Name For Your Puppy

Labrador Retriever vs Shepsky vs Aussiepom 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	Dog Registry of America Inc. American Canine Hybrid Club	Not recognized by any clubs.

Popular Dog Compares

Despite the best intentions, there may be errors. If you find one, please let us know and we will fix it as soon as possible. Contact us here.

Rate This Comparsion - Labrador Retriever vs Shepsky vs Aussiepom

Reviews