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Name	Papillon	Labrador Retriever	Labrador Husky
Origins	Spain France Belgium	England Canada	Canada
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Continental Toy Spaniel Epagneul Nain Epagneul Nain Continental Phalène Squirrel Dog Butterfly Dog	Lab Labrador	Husky-Lab
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Papillon vs Labrador Retriever vs Labrador Husky breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Papillon vs Labrador Retriever vs Labrador Husky Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Papillon or Labrador Retriever or Labrador Husky? Which is the smallest dog, Papillon or Labrador Retriever or Labrador Husky?	Small	Large	Large
Weight Which is heavier, Papillon or Labrador Retriever or Labrador Retriever? Papillon vs Labrador Retriever vs Labrador Husky weight comparison:	Male: 8-10 pounds (4-5 kg), Female: 7-9 pounds (3-4 kg)	Male: 60-75 pounds (27-34kg), Female: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg)	60-100 pounds (27-45 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 9 pounds (4.5 kg), Female: 8 pounds (3.5 kg)	Male: 67.5 pounds (30.5 kg), Female: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg)	80 pounds (36 kg)
Height Which is taller, Papillon or Labrador Retriever or Labrador Husky? Papillon vs Labrador Retriever vs Labrador Husky height comparison:	Male: 8-11 inches (20-28 cm), Female: 8-11 inches (20-28 cm)	Male: 22-24 inches (56-61cm), Female: 21-23 inches (53-58 cm)	20-28 inches (51-71 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 9.5 inches (24 cm), Female: 9.5 inches (24 cm)	Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 22 inches (55.5 cm)	24 inches (61 cm)

Papillon vs Labrador Retriever vs Labrador Husky Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Papillon or Labrador Retriever or Labrador Husky? Which is more expensive?	$400-$600	$1000-$2000	$400-$800
Availability Which is easier to get, Papillon or Labrador Retriever or Labrador Husky?	Very frequent: The Papillon is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Labrador Retriever is quite easy to get.	Average: The Labrador Husky is a commonly available dog breed.

Papillon vs Labrador Retriever vs Labrador Husky Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Papillon vs Labrador Retriever vs Labrador Husky intelligence:	Outstanding: Papillon is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Outstanding: Labrador Retriever is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Smart: The Labrador Husky dogs have great intelligence. See more.
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Trainability Papillon vs Labrador Retriever vs Labrador Husky trainability comparison.	Papillon dogs are easy to train. See more.	Labrador Retriever dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Labrador Husky dogs are very easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Papillon or Labrador Retriever or Labrador Husky?	Papillon dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Labrador Retriever dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Labrador Husky dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Papillon or Labrador Retriever or Labrador Husky? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Papillon dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Labrador Retriever dogs are average defenders. See more.	Labrador Husky dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
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Papillon vs Labrador Retriever vs Labrador Husky Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Papillon or Labrador Retriever or Labrador Husky? Papillon vs Labrador Retriever vs Labrador Husky behavior/temperament comparison:	Happy Energetic Alert Intelligent Friendly	Playful Loving Energetic Alert Intelligent Friendly Responsive Affectionate Loyal Gentle Going Social Cheerful	Intelligent Friendly Quiet Good natured
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Papillon dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	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.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Papillon vs Labrador Retriever vs Labrador Husky?	High: Papillon dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Slightly Below Average: Labrador Retriever dogs may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence. See more.	Average to High: Labrador Husky dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
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Social Needs Papillon vs Labrador Retriever vs Labrador Husky social needs comparison:	Papillon dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Labrador Retriever dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Labrador Husky dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Papillon dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.	Labrador Retriever dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Labrador Husky dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Papillon dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Labrador Retriever dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.	Labrador Husky dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Papillon vs Labrador Retriever vs Labrador Husky Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Papillon vs Labrador Retriever vs Labrador Husky playfulness comparison:	The Papillon is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Labrador Retriever is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Labrador Husky is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Papillon vs Labrador Retriever vs Labrador Husky?	A lot: Papillon is a particularly loud breed. See more.	Average: The Labrador Retriever barks occasionally. See more.	Low to Average: The Labrador Husky rarely barks. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Papillon or Labrador Retriever or Labrador Husky?	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 Papillon indoors.	It is not recommended to keep the Labrador Retriever breed in the home.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Labrador Husky breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Papillon vs Labrador Retriever vs Labrador Husky Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Papillon dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Labrador Retriever dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Average: Labrador Husky dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Papillon or Labrador Retriever or Labrador Husky?	Papillon 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.	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.

Papillon vs Labrador Retriever vs Labrador Husky Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Papillon vs Labrador Retriever vs Labrador Husky Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Papillon vs Labrador Retriever vs Labrador Husky health comparison. Which is the healthier: Papillon vs Labrador Retriever vs Labrador Husky?	The Papillon 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 Labrador Husky is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Papillon vs Labrador Retriever vs Labrador Husky? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Papillon vs Labrador Retriever vs Labrador Husky health problems comparison:	Collapsed Trachea Open Fontanel Patellar Luxation Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Hypoglycemia	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Epilepsy Ear Infections Elbow Dysplasia Osteochondrosis Dissecans Tricuspid Valve Dysplasia Acute Moist Dermatitis Cold Tail Myopathy	No data available
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Papillon 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 Labrador Husky should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy Papillon vs Labrador Retriever vs Labrador Husky lifespan comparison. How long do Papillon, Labrador Retriever and Labrador Husky breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	12-16 years The average lifespan of Papillon: 14 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Labrador Retriever: 11 years	11-13 years The average lifespan of Labrador Husky: 12 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Papillon vs Labrador Retriever vs Labrador Husky?	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. 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.	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.

Papillon vs Labrador Retriever vs Labrador Husky Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Papillon vs Labrador Retriever vs Labrador Husky Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Papillon or Labrador Retriever or Labrador Husky?	1/4 to 1 cup 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.	4 to 7 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
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Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Papillon vs Labrador Retriever vs Labrador Husky weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Papillon has an average risk for obesity. See more.	High: The Labrador Retriever breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	Average: The Labrador Husky has an average risk for obesity. See more.
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Papillon vs Labrador Retriever vs Labrador Husky Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Papillon vs Labrador Retriever vs Labrador Husky coat comparison:	Feathered	Dense Waterproof Hard Short	Thick Double
Colors What are the original Papillon, Labrador Retriever and Labrador Husky color?	Black Tan Red White Sable Lemon	Black Yellow Chocolate	Solid Black Solid White Black & White & Red Black & White & Grey
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Papillon or Labrador Retriever or Labrador Husky? Papillon vs Labrador Retriever vs Labrador Husky grooming comparison:	Average: The Papillon requires average grooming effort. See more.	Effortless: The Labrador Retriever requires minimal grooming. See more.	Advanced: The Labrador Husky requires a lot of grooming. See more.
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Shedding Level Who sheds more Papillon or Labrador Retriever or Labrador Husky? Papillon or Labrador Retriever or {name3 shedding:	Papillon dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Labrador Retriever dogs shed moderately. See more.	Labrador Husky 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: Papillon or Labrador Retriever or Labrador Husky?	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.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Hypoallergenic Papillon vs Labrador Retriever vs Labrador Husky 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, Papillon vs Labrador Retriever vs Labrador Husky?	Low 🔽 The Papillon has a low chance of bad smell.	High 🔼 The Labrador Retriever has a high chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Labrador Husky has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Papillon is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Labrador Retriever is an average drooler. See more.	The Labrador Husky is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.

Papillon vs Labrador Retriever vs Labrador Husky Good With Comparison

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

Papillon vs Labrador Retriever vs Labrador Husky 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. See more.	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Papillon or Labrador Retriever or Labrador Husky? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
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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: Papillon vs Labrador Retriever vs Labrador Husky?	Not really Papillon breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Yes Labrador Retriever breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Not really Labrador Husky 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.

Papillon vs Labrador Retriever vs Labrador Husky 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 Papillon and Labrador Retriever and Labrador Husky have?	2-4 puppies	5-10 puppies	4-8 puppies
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Papillon vs Labrador Retriever vs Labrador Husky Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1915 as a Toy breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1917 as a Sporting breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Continental Toy Spaniel and Russian Toy section.	Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Retrievers section.	Not recognized by FCI.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club	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.

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