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Name	North Country Beagle	Labrador Husky	Golden Retriever
Origins	United Kingdom	Canada	Scotland
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Group	Extinct	Sled Dogs	Gun Dog
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Common Names & Aliases Compare alternative names and nicknames used for North Country Beagle, Labrador Husky, and Golden Retriever breeds.	Northern Beagle Old English Beagle Old Northern Beagle Old Northern Hound Northern Hound	Husky-Lab	Golden Flat Coat Yellow Retriever
Breed Classification How do breed classifications differ between North Country Beagle, Labrador Husky, and Golden Retriever? Compare their breeding categories.	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

North Country Beagle vs Labrador Husky vs Golden Retriever Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Compare size differences between North Country Beagle, Labrador Husky, and Golden Retriever. Which breed is the largest?	Medium	Large	Large
Weight Statistics How do weights compare between North Country Beagle, Labrador Husky, and Golden Retriever? Compare adult weight ranges.	Male: 50-65 pounds (25-29 kg), Female: 40-55 pounds (18-25 kg)	60-100 pounds (27-45 kg)	Male: 60-80 pounds (27-36 kg), Female: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 57.5 pounds (27 kg), Female: 47.5 pounds (21.5 kg)	80 pounds (36 kg)	Male: 70 pounds (31.5 kg), Female: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, North Country Beagle or Labrador Husky or Golden Retriever? North Country Beagle vs Labrador Husky vs Golden Retriever height comparison:	19-21 inches (48-50 cm)	20-28 inches (51-71 cm)	Male: 22-24 inches (56-61cm), Female: 20-22 inches (51-56 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	20 inches (49 cm)	24 inches (61 cm)	Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 21 inches (53.5 cm)

North Country Beagle vs Labrador Husky vs Golden Retriever Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy costs for North Country Beagle, Labrador Husky, and Golden Retriever. Find price differences between these breeds.	Unavailable	$400-$800	$1000-$2000
Availability Which is easier to get, North Country Beagle or Labrador Husky or Golden Retriever?	Unavailable: This dog breed, unfortunately, is no longer available, it may even be extinct.	Average: The Labrador Husky is a commonly available dog breed.	Very frequent: The Golden Retriever is quite easy to get.

North Country Beagle vs Labrador Husky vs Golden Retriever Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Compare intelligence levels between North Country Beagle, Labrador Husky, and Golden Retriever. Which breed ranks highest?	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Smart: The Labrador Husky dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Outstanding: Golden Retriever is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Training Difficulty Compare training difficulty levels between North Country Beagle, Labrador Husky, and Golden Retriever. Which is easiest to train?	North Country Beagle dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Labrador Husky dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Golden Retriever dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Rating Compare watchdog abilities of North Country Beagle, Labrador Husky, and Golden Retriever. Which breed is most alert?	North Country Beagle dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Labrador Husky dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Golden Retriever dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Compare territorial instincts between North Country Beagle, Labrador Husky, and Golden Retriever. Which breed is most protective?	North Country Beagle dogs are average defenders. See more.	Labrador Husky dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Golden Retriever dogs are average defenders. See more.
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North Country Beagle vs Labrador Husky vs Golden Retriever Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits How do personalities differ between North Country Beagle, Labrador Husky, and Golden Retriever? Compare temperaments.	Athletic	Intelligent Friendly Quiet Good natured	Intelligent Confident Friendly Reliable Kind Trustworthy
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	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.	Golden Retriever 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: North Country Beagle vs Labrador Husky vs Golden Retriever?	High: North Country Beagle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: Labrador Husky dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	High: Golden Retriever dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs North Country Beagle vs Labrador Husky vs Golden Retriever social needs comparison:	North Country Beagle dogs are a social breed. See more.	Labrador Husky dogs are a social breed. See more.	Golden Retriever dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	The wanderlust potential of the North Country Beagle is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Labrador Husky dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	Golden Retriever 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?	North Country Beagle dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Labrador Husky dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Golden Retriever 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.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

North Country Beagle vs Labrador Husky vs Golden Retriever Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Compare barking frequencies of North Country Beagle, Labrador Husky, and Golden Retriever. Which breed is most vocal?	A lot: North Country Beagle is a particularly loud breed. See more.	Low to Average: The Labrador Husky rarely barks. See more.	Low to Average: The Golden Retriever rarely barks. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Playful Nature Compare playfulness levels between North Country Beagle, Labrador Husky, and Golden Retriever. Which breed is most playful?	The North Country Beagle is a playful breed. See more.	The Labrador Husky is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Golden Retriever is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Compare apartment suitability of North Country Beagle, Labrador Husky, and Golden Retriever. Which adapts best to small spaces?	It is not recommended to keep the North Country Beagle breed in the home.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Labrador Husky breed.	It is not recommended to keep the Golden Retriever breed in the home.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

North Country Beagle vs Labrador Husky vs Golden Retriever Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Compare adaptability between North Country Beagle, Labrador Husky, and Golden Retriever. Which breed is most flexible?	North Country Beagle dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Average: Labrador Husky dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Golden Retriever dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: North Country Beagle or Labrador Husky or Golden Retriever?	North Country Beagle 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 Husky 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.	Golden Retriever dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

North Country Beagle vs Labrador Husky vs Golden Retriever Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Compare biting potential between North Country Beagle, Labrador Husky, and Golden Retriever. Which has lowest bite risk?	Low 🔽 The North Country Beagle has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Labrador Husky has a low chance of biting somebody.	Moderate ⏺ The Golden Retriever has an average chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Compare mouthing tendencies between North Country Beagle, Labrador Husky, and Golden Retriever. Which uses mouth most during play?	North Country Beagle dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Labrador Husky dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Golden Retriever dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.
Bite Strength Rating Compare bite forces between North Country Beagle, Labrador Husky, and Golden Retriever. Which has the strongest bite?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ North Country Beagle bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Labrador Husky bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Golden Retriever bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force

North Country Beagle vs Labrador Husky vs Golden Retriever Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Compare life expectancies of North Country Beagle, Labrador Husky, and Golden Retriever. Which breed lives longest?	9-13 years The average lifespan of North Country Beagle: 11 years	11-13 years The average lifespan of Labrador Husky: 12 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Golden Retriever: 11 years
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Climate Tolerance Compare weather adaptability between North Country Beagle, Labrador Husky, and Golden Retriever. Which handles climate changes best?	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Labrador Husky 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.
Health Concerns Compare health problems common in North Country Beagle, Labrador Husky, and Golden Retriever. Which has fewer health issues?	The North Country Beagle is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Labrador Husky is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Golden Retrievers are commonly healthy dogs.
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Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The North Country Beagle should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Labrador Husky should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Rare The Golden Retriever should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: North Country Beagle vs Labrador Husky vs Golden Retriever? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? North Country Beagle vs Labrador Husky vs Golden Retriever health problems comparison:	No data available	No data available	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Allergies Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Bloat Epilepsy Elbow Dysplasia Osteochondrosis Dissecans Hemangiosarcoma Osteosarcoma Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis

North Country Beagle vs Labrador Husky vs Golden Retriever Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Compare energy levels between North Country Beagle, Labrador Husky, and Golden Retriever. Which breed is most active?	North Country Beagle dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Labrador Husky dogs are high-energy dogs.	Golden Retriever dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need North Country Beagle vs Labrador Husky vs Golden Retriever exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: North Country Beagle or Labrador Husky or Golden Retriever? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	North Country Beagle dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Labrador Husky dogs need a lot of exercises.	Golden Retriever dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: North Country Beagle or Labrador Husky or Golden Retriever?	North Country Beagle dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Labrador Husky dogs don't need too much sleep.	Golden Retriever dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

North Country Beagle vs Labrador Husky vs Golden Retriever Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Compare weight gain tendencies between North Country Beagle, Labrador Husky, and Golden Retriever. Which is most prone to obesity?	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the North Country Beagle's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average: The Labrador Husky has an average risk for obesity. See more.	High: The Golden Retriever breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.
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Food Consumption Compare food requirements between North Country Beagle, Labrador Husky, and Golden Retriever. Which needs most food?	0.5 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	4 to 7 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.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot

North Country Beagle vs Labrador Husky vs Golden Retriever Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Compare hypoallergenic qualities of North Country Beagle, Labrador Husky, and Golden Retriever. Which is best for allergy sufferers?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Coat Colors Compare color variations between North Country Beagle, Labrador Husky, and Golden Retriever. What colors are available?	Black Tan Red White Tricolor	Solid Black Solid White Black & White & Red Black & White & Grey	Golden Light
Grooming Requirements Compare grooming needs between North Country Beagle, Labrador Husky, and Golden Retriever. Which requires most maintenance?	Effortless: The North Country Beagle requires minimal grooming. See more.	Advanced: The Labrador Husky requires a lot of grooming. See more.	Average: The Golden Retriever requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Drooling Tendency Compare drooling tendencies between North Country Beagle, Labrador Husky, and Golden Retriever. Which drools least?	The North Country Beagle is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Labrador Husky is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The Golden Retriever 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.
Stinkiness Rating Compare odor levels between North Country Beagle, Labrador Husky, and Golden Retriever. Which has least natural smell?	High 🔼 The North Country Beagle has a high chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Labrador Husky has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Golden Retriever has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics Compare coat types between North Country Beagle, Labrador Husky, and Golden Retriever. How do their fur characteristics differ?	Dense	Thick Double	Silky Wavy Shiny Straight
Bathing Needs Compare bathing needs between North Country Beagle, Labrador Husky, and Golden Retriever. Which requires most frequent baths?	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.	2-3 weeks Frequent. This breed has high-maintenance hair and may require a bath every 2-3 weeks. See more.
Shedding Level Who sheds more North Country Beagle or Labrador Husky or Golden Retriever? North Country Beagle or Labrador Husky or {name3 shedding:	North Country Beagle dogs shed moderately. See more.	Labrador Husky dogs shed moderately. See more.	Golden Retriever dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most

North Country Beagle vs Labrador Husky vs Golden Retriever Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Compare child-friendliness between North Country Beagle, Labrador Husky, and Golden Retriever. Which is best with kids?	North Country Beagle dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Labrador Husky dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.	Golden Retriever dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	North Country Beagle dogs are generally with other pets.	Labrador Husky dogs are generally with other pets.	Golden Retriever dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly North Country Beagle or Labrador Husky or Golden Retriever? Which dog is more friendly?	North Country Beagle dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Labrador Husky dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Golden Retriever dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly North Country Beagle or Labrador Husky or Golden Retriever?	North Country Beagle dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Labrador Husky dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Golden Retriever dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly North Country Beagle or Labrador Husky or Golden Retriever?	North Country Beagle dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Labrador Husky dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Golden Retriever dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: North Country Beagle vs Labrador Husky vs Golden Retriever?	Yes North Country Beagle dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Labrador Husky dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Golden Retriever dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No North Country Beagle is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Labrador Husky is not the best dog breed for office environment.	Yes Golden Retriever is one of the best dog breeds for office environment
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	North Country Beagles are usually recommended for elderly people.	Labrador Huskys are commonly okay with elderly people.	Golden Retrievers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

North Country Beagle vs Labrador Husky vs Golden Retriever As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Compare service dog potential between North Country Beagle, Labrador Husky, and Golden Retriever. Which is best suited for service work?	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.	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Work Suitability Compare therapy dog potential between North Country Beagle, Labrador Husky, and Golden Retriever. Which excels in therapy work?	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.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.
Therapy Dog Breeds
Scent Detection Ability Compare detection capabilities between North Country Beagle, Labrador Husky, and Golden Retriever. Which has best nose work ability?	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.	Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.
Search & Rescue Potential Compare search and rescue potential between North Country Beagle, Labrador Husky, and Golden Retriever. Which is best for SAR work?	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.	Yes This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.
Maritime Work Ability Compare boating aptitude between North Country Beagle, Labrador Husky, and Golden Retriever. Which is best suited for water work?	Not really North Country Beagle breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Labrador Husky breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Yes Golden Retriever breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Compare cart pulling abilities between North Country Beagle, Labrador Husky, and Golden Retriever. Which is best for draft work?	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.
Military Service Background Compare military service history of North Country Beagle, Labrador Husky, and Golden Retriever. Which has most military use?	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.

North Country Beagle vs Labrador Husky vs Golden Retriever Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare typical litter sizes of North Country Beagle, Labrador Husky, and Golden Retriever. Which has most puppies?	2-7 puppies	4-8 puppies	5-10 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare gestation periods of North Country Beagle, Labrador Husky, and Golden Retriever. Any breeding differences?	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding intervals between North Country Beagle, Labrador Husky, and Golden Retriever. What's recommended?	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.

North Country Beagle vs Labrador Husky vs Golden Retriever Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC groups for North Country Beagle, Labrador Husky, and Golden Retriever. How are they classified?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1925 as a Sporting breed.
FCI Classification Compare FCI groups for North Country Beagle, Labrador Husky, and Golden Retriever. How are they classified internationally?	Not recognized by FCI.	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Retrievers section.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare breed recognition status of North Country Beagle, Labrador Husky, and Golden Retriever. Which has most recognition?	No data available	Dog Registry of America Inc.	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

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