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Miniature Bull Terrier vs Labrador Retriever vs Bouvier des Flandres Comparison - Dog breed selector: Mini Bull Terrier or Lab or Flanders Cattle Dog? Find the right dog for you

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Name Miniature Bull Terrier Labrador Retriever Bouvier des Flandres
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Mini Bull Terrier Lab
Labrador
Flanders Cattle Dog
Vlaamse Koehond
Belgian Cattle Dog
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Miniature Bull Terrier vs Labrador Retriever vs Bouvier des Flandres breed type comparison:
Cross Breed Purebred Purebred

Miniature Bull Terrier vs Labrador Retriever vs Bouvier des Flandres Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Miniature Bull Terrier or Labrador Retriever or Bouvier des Flandres? Which is the smallest dog, Miniature Bull Terrier or Labrador Retriever or Bouvier des Flandres?
Small Large Large
Weight
Which is heavier, Miniature Bull Terrier or Labrador Retriever or Labrador Retriever? Miniature Bull Terrier vs Labrador Retriever vs Bouvier des Flandres weight comparison:
20–35 pounds (9-15 kg) Male: 60-75 pounds (27-34kg), Female: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg) Males 75-110 pounds (34-50 kg), Female: 60-80 pounds (27-36 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
20–35 pounds (9-15 kg) Male: 67.5 pounds (30.5 kg), Female: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg) Males 92.5 pounds (42 kg), Female: 70 pounds (31.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Miniature Bull Terrier or Labrador Retriever or Bouvier des Flandres? Miniature Bull Terrier vs Labrador Retriever vs Bouvier des Flandres height comparison:
14 inches (35.4 cm) Male: 22-24 inches (56-61cm), Female: 21-23 inches (53-58 cm) Male: 23-28 inches (58-71 cm), Female: 22-27 inches (56-69 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
14 inches (35.4 cm) Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 22 inches (55.5 cm) Male: 25.5 inches (64.5 cm), Female: 24.5 inches (62.5 cm)

Miniature Bull Terrier vs Labrador Retriever vs Bouvier des Flandres Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Miniature Bull Terrier or Labrador Retriever or Bouvier des Flandres? Which is more expensive?
$2400-$3000 $1000-$2000 $1500-$2000
Availability
Which is easier to get, Miniature Bull Terrier or Labrador Retriever or Bouvier des Flandres?
Frequent: The Miniature Bull Terrier is easier than average to get.
Very frequent: The Labrador Retriever is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Bouvier des Flandres is quite easy to get.

Miniature Bull Terrier vs Labrador Retriever vs Bouvier des Flandres Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Miniature Bull Terrier vs Labrador Retriever vs Bouvier des Flandres intelligence:
Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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Outstanding: Labrador Retriever is one of the brightest dog breeds.
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Smart: The Bouvier des Flandres dogs have great intelligence.
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Trainability
Miniature Bull Terrier vs Labrador Retriever vs Bouvier des Flandres trainability comparison.
A slightly harder to train than average.
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Labrador Retriever dogs are very easy to train.
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Bouvier des Flandres dogs are quite easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Miniature Bull Terrier or Labrador Retriever or Bouvier des Flandres?
Miniature Bull Terrier dogs are good watchdogs.
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Labrador Retriever dogs are average watchdogs.
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Bouvier des Flandres dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Miniature Bull Terrier or Labrador Retriever or Bouvier des Flandres? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Miniature Bull Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Labrador Retriever dogs are average defenders.
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Bouvier des Flandres dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Miniature Bull Terrier vs Labrador Retriever vs Bouvier des Flandres Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Miniature Bull Terrier or Labrador Retriever or Bouvier des Flandres? Miniature Bull Terrier vs Labrador Retriever vs Bouvier des Flandres behavior/temperament comparison:
Playful
Loving
Stubborn
Energetic
Courageous
Outright
Tempered
Playful
Loving
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Affectionate
Loyal
Gentle
Going
Social
Cheerful
Protective
Intelligent
Loyal
Gentle
Familiar
Rational
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
Sensitive: Miniature Bull Terrier dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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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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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Miniature Bull Terrier vs Labrador Retriever vs Bouvier des Flandres?
Average to High: Miniature Bull Terrier dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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Slightly Below Average: Labrador Retriever dogs may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence.
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High: Bouvier des Flandres dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Miniature Bull Terrier vs Labrador Retriever vs Bouvier des Flandres social needs comparison:
Miniature Bull Terrier dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Labrador Retriever dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Bouvier des Flandres dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Miniature Bull Terrier dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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Labrador Retriever dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Bouvier des Flandres dogs tend to escape less than other breeds.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Miniature Bull Terrier dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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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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Bouvier des Flandres dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals.
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Miniature Bull Terrier vs Labrador Retriever vs Bouvier des Flandres Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Miniature Bull Terrier vs Labrador Retriever vs Bouvier des Flandres playfulness comparison:
The Miniature Bull Terrier is a highly playful breed.
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The Labrador Retriever is a highly playful breed.
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Average: Bouvier des Flandress, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Miniature Bull Terrier vs Labrador Retriever vs Bouvier des Flandres?
Low to Average: The Miniature Bull Terrier rarely barks.
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Average: The Labrador Retriever barks occasionally.
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Average: The Bouvier des Flandres barks occasionally.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Miniature Bull Terrier or Labrador Retriever or Bouvier des Flandres?
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 Miniature Bull Terrier indoors.
It is not recommended to keep the Labrador Retriever breed in the home.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Bouvier des Flandres breed.

Miniature Bull Terrier vs Labrador Retriever vs Bouvier des Flandres Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
Miniature Bull Terrier dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Labrador Retriever dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Bouvier des Flandres dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Miniature Bull Terrier or Labrador Retriever or Bouvier des Flandres?
Miniature Bull Terrier dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
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.

Miniature Bull Terrier vs Labrador Retriever vs Bouvier des Flandres Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Miniature Bull Terrier or Labrador Retriever or Bouvier des Flandres?

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Miniature Bull Terrier bite force: Weak.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Labrador Retriever bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Bouvier des Flandres bite force: Ordinary.
Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:

Low 🔽

The Miniature Bull Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.

Moderate

The Labrador Retriever has an average chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Bouvier des Flandres has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Miniature Bull Terrier vs Labrador Retriever vs Bouvier des Flandres mouthiness comparison:
Miniature Bull Terrier dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Labrador Retriever dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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Bouvier des Flandres dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Miniature Bull Terrier vs Labrador Retriever vs Bouvier des Flandres Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Miniature Bull Terrier vs Labrador Retriever vs Bouvier des Flandres health comparison. Which is the healthier: Miniature Bull Terrier vs Labrador Retriever vs Bouvier des Flandres?
The Miniature Bull Terrier is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The Labrador Retriever is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The Bouvier des Flandres is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Miniature Bull Terrier vs Labrador Retriever vs Bouvier des Flandres? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Miniature Bull Terrier vs Labrador Retriever vs Bouvier des Flandres health problems comparison:
No data available Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Bloat
Epilepsy
Ear Infections
Elbow Dysplasia
Osteochondrosis Dissecans
Tricuspid Valve Dysplasia
Acute Moist Dermatitis
Cold Tail
Myopathy
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Heart Problems
Elbow Dysplasia
Glaucoma
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Average
The Miniature Bull Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Average
The Labrador Retriever should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Average
The Bouvier des Flandres should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Life Expectancy
Miniature Bull Terrier vs Labrador Retriever vs Bouvier des Flandres lifespan comparison. How long do Miniature Bull Terrier, Labrador Retriever and Bouvier des Flandres breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
11-13 years
The average lifespan of Miniature Bull Terrier: 12 years
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Labrador Retriever: 11 years
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Bouvier des Flandres: 11 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Miniature Bull Terrier vs Labrador Retriever vs Bouvier des Flandres?
Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
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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 cold weather conditions
The Bouvier des Flandres can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Miniature Bull Terrier vs Labrador Retriever vs Bouvier des Flandres Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Miniature Bull Terrier vs Labrador Retriever vs Bouvier des Flandres Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Miniature Bull Terrier or Labrador Retriever or Bouvier des Flandres?
2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. Recommended daily amount: 2.5 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 3 to 5 cups of high-quality dry food a day.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Miniature Bull Terrier vs Labrador Retriever vs Bouvier des Flandres weight gain potential comparison:
High: The Miniature Bull Terrier breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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High: The Labrador Retriever breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Bouvier des Flandres's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Miniature Bull Terrier vs Labrador Retriever vs Bouvier des Flandres Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Miniature Bull Terrier vs Labrador Retriever vs Bouvier des Flandres coat comparison:
Dense
Smooth
Dense
Waterproof
Hard
Short
Rough
Colors
What are the original Miniature Bull Terrier, Labrador Retriever and Bouvier des Flandres color?
Red
White
Fawn
Brindle
Tricolor
Black
Yellow
Chocolate
Black
Gray
Fawn
Brindle
Pepper
Salt
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Miniature Bull Terrier or Labrador Retriever or Bouvier des Flandres? Miniature Bull Terrier vs Labrador Retriever vs Bouvier des Flandres grooming comparison:
Effortless: The Miniature Bull Terrier requires minimal grooming.
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Effortless: The Labrador Retriever requires minimal grooming.
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Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Miniature Bull Terrier or Labrador Retriever or Bouvier des Flandres? Miniature Bull Terrier or Labrador Retriever or {name3 shedding:
Miniature Bull Terrier dogs shed moderately.
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Labrador Retriever dogs shed moderately.
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Bouvier des Flandres dogs shed moderately.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Miniature Bull Terrier or Labrador Retriever or Bouvier des Flandres?
4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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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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Hypoallergenic
Miniature Bull Terrier vs Labrador Retriever vs Bouvier des Flandres 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, Miniature Bull Terrier vs Labrador Retriever vs Bouvier des Flandres?

Medium

The Miniature Bull Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.

High 🔼

The Labrador Retriever has a high chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Bouvier des Flandres has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?
The Miniature Bull Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Labrador Retriever is an average drooler.
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The Bouvier des Flandres is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Miniature Bull Terrier vs Labrador Retriever vs Bouvier des Flandres Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Miniature Bull Terrier dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Labrador Retriever dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Bouvier des Flandres dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Miniature Bull Terrier or Labrador Retriever or Bouvier des Flandres? Which dog is more friendly?
Miniature Bull Terrier dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Labrador Retriever dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Bouvier des Flandres dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Miniature Bull Terrier or Labrador Retriever or Bouvier des Flandres?
Miniature Bull Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Labrador Retriever dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Bouvier des Flandres dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Miniature Bull Terrier or Labrador Retriever or Bouvier des Flandres?
Miniature Bull Terrier dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Labrador Retriever dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Bouvier des Flandres dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Miniature Bull Terrier or Labrador Retriever or Bouvier des Flandres?
Miniature Bull Terrier dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Labrador Retriever dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Bouvier des Flandres dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Miniature Bull Terrier vs Labrador Retriever vs Bouvier des Flandres?
No
Miniature Bull Terrier dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.
Yes
Labrador Retriever dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Bouvier des Flandres dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
Miniature Bull Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Labrador Retriever is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Bouvier des Flandres is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
Miniature Bull Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.
Labrador Retrievers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Bouvier des Flandress are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Miniature Bull Terrier vs Labrador Retriever vs Bouvier des Flandres As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog
Which one could be a service dog?

Not really

This breed generally not used 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: Miniature Bull Terrier or Labrador Retriever or Bouvier des Flandres? Which is better for autism?

Not really

This breed is generally not used as a 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?

Not really

They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.

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?

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as 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.
Boat and Sailor Dog
Which one could be a boat dog: Miniature Bull Terrier vs Labrador Retriever vs Bouvier des Flandres?

Not really

Miniature Bull Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Yes

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

Bouvier des Flandres 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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Not really

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.

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.

Miniature Bull Terrier vs Labrador Retriever vs Bouvier des Flandres 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 Miniature Bull Terrier and Labrador Retriever and Bouvier des Flandres have?
1-9 puppies, average 5 5-10 puppies 5-10 puppies

Miniature Bull Terrier vs Labrador Retriever vs Bouvier des Flandres Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1991 as a Terrier breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1917 as a Sporting breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1931 as a Herding breed.
FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI?
Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Bull type Terriers section. Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Retrievers section. Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) section.
Breed Recognition
What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?
No data available 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
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

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