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Name	Labrador Retriever	Small Munsterlander	Goldendoodle
Origins	England Canada	Germany	United States Canada
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Lab Labrador	Heidewachtel Munster Munsterlander Small Munsterlander Spion Vorstehhund Kleiner Münsterländer	Curly Retriever Goldenpoo Curly Golden
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Labrador Retriever vs Small Munsterlander vs Goldendoodle breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Cross Breed

Labrador Retriever vs Small Munsterlander vs Goldendoodle Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Labrador Retriever or Small Munsterlander or Goldendoodle? Which is the smallest dog, Labrador Retriever or Small Munsterlander or Goldendoodle?	Large	Medium	Large
Weight Which is heavier, Labrador Retriever or Small Munsterlander or Small Munsterlander? Labrador Retriever vs Small Munsterlander vs Goldendoodle weight comparison:	Male: 60-75 pounds (27-34kg), Female: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg)	Male: 45–60 pounds (20–27 kg), Female: 35–50 pounds (16–23 kg)	Miniature: 15-30 pounds (7-14 kg)Standard: 45-100 pounds (20-45 kg), Medium: 30-45 pounds (14-20 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: 52.5 pounds (24.5 kg), Female: 45 pounds (20.5 kg)	Miniature: 22.5 pounds (10.5 kg)Standard: 72.5 pounds (32.5 kg), Medium: 37.5 pounds (17 kg)
Height Which is taller, Labrador Retriever or Small Munsterlander or Goldendoodle? Labrador Retriever vs Small Munsterlander vs Goldendoodle height comparison:	Male: 22-24 inches (56-61cm), Female: 21-23 inches (53-58 cm)	Male: 20–22 inches (50–56 cm), Female: 19–21 inches (48–54 cm)	13-24 inches (33-61 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 22 inches (55.5 cm)	Male: 21.5 inches (56.5 cm), Female: 20.5 inches (53.5 cm)	18.5 inches (47 cm)

Labrador Retriever vs Small Munsterlander vs Goldendoodle Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Labrador Retriever or Small Munsterlander or Goldendoodle? Which is more expensive?	$1000-$2000	$800-$1000	$600-$800
Availability Which is easier to get, Labrador Retriever or Small Munsterlander or Goldendoodle?	Very frequent: The Labrador Retriever is quite easy to get.	Frequent: The Small Munsterlander is easier than average to get.	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.

Labrador Retriever vs Small Munsterlander vs Goldendoodle Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Labrador Retriever vs Small Munsterlander vs Goldendoodle 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.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Labrador Retriever vs Small Munsterlander vs Goldendoodle trainability comparison.	Labrador Retriever dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Small Munsterlander dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Goldendoodle 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 Small Munsterlander or Goldendoodle?	Labrador Retriever dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Small Munsterlander dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Goldendoodle dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Labrador Retriever or Small Munsterlander or Goldendoodle? 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.	Small Munsterlander dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Goldendoodle dogs are not the best to protect their territory. See more.
Guard Dog Breeds List

Labrador Retriever vs Small Munsterlander vs Goldendoodle Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Labrador Retriever or Small Munsterlander or Goldendoodle? Labrador Retriever vs Small Munsterlander vs Goldendoodle behavior/temperament comparison:	Playful Loving Energetic Alert Intelligent Friendly Responsive Affectionate Loyal Gentle Going Social Cheerful	Happy Intelligent Affectionate Strong Willed Attentive Trainable	Energetic Intelligent Friendly Trainable
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.	Sensitive: Small Munsterlander 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.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Labrador Retriever vs Small Munsterlander vs Goldendoodle?	Slightly Below Average: Labrador Retriever dogs may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence. See more.	High: Small Munsterlander dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Goldendoodle 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 Small Munsterlander vs Goldendoodle social needs comparison:	Labrador Retriever dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Small Munsterlander dogs are a social breed. See more.	Goldendoodle 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.	The wanderlust potential of the Small Munsterlander is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Goldendoodle dogs have average wanderlust potential. 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.	Small Munsterlander dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen. See more.	Goldendoodle 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 Small Munsterlander vs Goldendoodle Activity and Playfulness Comparison

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

Labrador Retriever vs Small Munsterlander vs Goldendoodle 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.	Small Munsterlander dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Goldendoodle 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 Small Munsterlander or Goldendoodle?	Labrador Retriever dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Small Munsterlander 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.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Labrador Retriever vs Small Munsterlander vs Goldendoodle Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Labrador Retriever vs Small Munsterlander vs Goldendoodle Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Labrador Retriever vs Small Munsterlander vs Goldendoodle health comparison. Which is the healthier: Labrador Retriever vs Small Munsterlander vs Goldendoodle?	The Labrador Retriever is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Small Munsterlanders tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	Goldendoodles are commonly healthy dogs.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Labrador Retriever vs Small Munsterlander vs Goldendoodle? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Labrador Retriever vs Small Munsterlander vs Goldendoodle 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 Skin Irritation Ear Infections Vision Problems	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Allergies Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Bloat Addison's Disease Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis
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.	Frequent The Small Munsterlander should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Rare The Goldendoodle 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 Small Munsterlander vs Goldendoodle lifespan comparison. How long do Labrador Retriever, Small Munsterlander and Goldendoodle breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	10-12 years The average lifespan of Labrador Retriever: 11 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Small Munsterlander: 13 years	9-15 years The average lifespan of Goldendoodle: 12 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Labrador Retriever vs Small Munsterlander vs Goldendoodle?	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.	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 Small Munsterlander vs Goldendoodle Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Labrador Retriever vs Small Munsterlander vs Goldendoodle Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Labrador Retriever or Small Munsterlander or Goldendoodle?	Recommended daily amount: 2.5 to 3 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.	1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Labrador Retriever vs Small Munsterlander vs Goldendoodle weight gain potential comparison:	High: The Labrador Retriever breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	Average: The Small Munsterlander has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Goldendoodle has an average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Labrador Retriever vs Small Munsterlander vs Goldendoodle Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Labrador Retriever vs Small Munsterlander vs Goldendoodle coat comparison:	Dense Waterproof Hard Short	Dense Thick	Curly Wavy Smooth Straight
Colors What are the original Labrador Retriever, Small Munsterlander and Goldendoodle color?	Black Yellow Chocolate	White & Brown	Black Gray Red White Brown Yellow
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Labrador Retriever or Small Munsterlander or Goldendoodle? Labrador Retriever vs Small Munsterlander vs Goldendoodle grooming comparison:	Effortless: The Labrador Retriever requires minimal grooming. See more.	Average: The Small Munsterlander requires average grooming effort. See more.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Labrador Retriever or Small Munsterlander or Goldendoodle? Labrador Retriever or Small Munsterlander or {name3 shedding:	Labrador Retriever dogs shed moderately. See more.	Small Munsterlander dogs shed moderately. See more.	Goldendoodle 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 Small Munsterlander or Goldendoodle?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. 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 Small Munsterlander vs Goldendoodle 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 Small Munsterlander vs Goldendoodle?	High 🔼 The Labrador Retriever has a high chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Small Munsterlander has a low chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Goldendoodle 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 Small Munsterlander is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Goldendoodle is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Labrador Retriever vs Small Munsterlander vs Goldendoodle Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Labrador Retriever dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Small Munsterlander dogs are generally with other pets.	Goldendoodle dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Labrador Retriever or Small Munsterlander or Goldendoodle? Which dog is more friendly?	Labrador Retriever dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	Small Munsterlander dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Goldendoodle dogs are very 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 Small Munsterlander or Goldendoodle?	Labrador Retriever dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Small Munsterlander dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Goldendoodle dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Labrador Retriever or Small Munsterlander or Goldendoodle?	Labrador Retriever dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Small Munsterlander dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Goldendoodle dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Labrador Retriever or Small Munsterlander or Goldendoodle?	Labrador Retriever dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Small Munsterlander dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Goldendoodle dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Labrador Retriever vs Small Munsterlander vs Goldendoodle?	Yes Labrador Retriever dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Small Munsterlander dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Goldendoodle 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 Small Munsterlander is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Goldendoodle 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.	Small Munsterlanders are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Goldendoodles are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Labrador Retriever vs Small Munsterlander vs Goldendoodle 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 Small Munsterlander or Goldendoodle? 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 Small Munsterlander vs Goldendoodle?	Yes Labrador Retriever breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Not really Small Munsterlander breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Goldendoodle 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 Small Munsterlander vs Goldendoodle 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 Small Munsterlander and Goldendoodle have?	5-10 puppies	4-6 puppies	4-8 puppies
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Labrador Retriever vs Small Munsterlander vs Goldendoodle 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. North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Foundation Stock Service	Dog Registry of America Inc. American Canine Hybrid Club Designer Breed Registry Designer Dogs Kennel Club International Designer Canine Registry

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