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Name	Parson Russell Terrier	Brittany	Labrador Retriever
Origins	England	France	England Canada
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Gun Dog	Gun Dog
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Parson Parson Jack Russell Terrier Jack Russell Terrier	American Brittany Brittany Spaniel Epagneul Breton	Lab Labrador
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Parson Russell Terrier vs Brittany vs Labrador Retriever breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Parson Russell Terrier vs Brittany vs Labrador Retriever Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Parson Russell Terrier or Brittany or Labrador Retriever? Which is the smallest dog, Parson Russell Terrier or Brittany or Labrador Retriever?	Medium	Medium	Large
Weight Which is heavier, Parson Russell Terrier or Brittany or Brittany? Parson Russell Terrier vs Brittany vs Labrador Retriever weight comparison:	14-18 pounds (6-8 kg)	Male: 35-40 pounds (16-18 kg), Females: 30-40 pounds (14-18 kg)	Male: 60-75 pounds (27-34kg), Female: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	16 pounds (7 kg)	Male: 37.5 pounds (17 kg), Females: 35 pounds (16 kg)	Male: 67.5 pounds (30.5 kg), Female: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Parson Russell Terrier or Brittany or Labrador Retriever? Parson Russell Terrier vs Brittany vs Labrador Retriever height comparison:	12-14 inches (31-36 cm)	Male: 17-21 inches (43-53 cm), Female: 18-20 inches (46-51 cm)	Male: 22-24 inches (56-61cm), Female: 21-23 inches (53-58 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	13 inches (33.5 cm)	Male: 19 inches (48 cm), Female: 19 inches (48.5 cm)	Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 22 inches (55.5 cm)

Parson Russell Terrier vs Brittany vs Labrador Retriever Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Parson Russell Terrier or Brittany or Labrador Retriever? Which is more expensive?	$400-$600	$700-$800	$1000-$2000
Availability Which is easier to get, Parson Russell Terrier or Brittany or Labrador Retriever?	Frequent: The Parson Russell Terrier is easier than average to get.	Very frequent: The Brittany is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Labrador Retriever is quite easy to get.

Parson Russell Terrier vs Brittany vs Labrador Retriever Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Parson Russell Terrier vs Brittany vs Labrador Retriever intelligence:	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Very smart: Brittany is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Outstanding: Labrador Retriever is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.
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Trainability Parson Russell Terrier vs Brittany vs Labrador Retriever trainability comparison.	Parson Russell Terrier dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Brittany dogs are easy to train. See more.	Labrador Retriever dogs are very easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Parson Russell Terrier or Brittany or Labrador Retriever?	Parson Russell Terrier dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Brittany dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Labrador Retriever dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Parson Russell Terrier or Brittany or Labrador Retriever? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Parson Russell Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Brittany dogs are average defenders. See more.	Labrador Retriever dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Parson Russell Terrier vs Brittany vs Labrador Retriever Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Parson Russell Terrier or Brittany or Labrador Retriever? Parson Russell Terrier vs Brittany vs Labrador Retriever behavior/temperament comparison:	Happy Energetic Intelligent Obedient Bold Eager	Independent Alert Intelligent Responsive Social	Playful Loving Energetic Alert Intelligent Friendly Responsive Affectionate Loyal Gentle Going Social Cheerful
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Parson Russell Terrier dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	Sensitive: Brittany dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	Sensitive: Labrador Retriever dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Parson Russell Terrier vs Brittany vs Labrador Retriever?	High: Parson Russell Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Brittany 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.
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Social Needs Parson Russell Terrier vs Brittany vs Labrador Retriever social needs comparison:	Parson Russell Terrier dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Brittany dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Labrador 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 Parson Russell Terrier is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Brittany is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Labrador Retriever dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Parson Russell Terrier dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Brittany dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. 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.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Parson Russell Terrier vs Brittany vs Labrador Retriever Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Parson Russell Terrier vs Brittany vs Labrador Retriever playfulness comparison:	The Parson Russell Terrier is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Brittany is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Labrador Retriever is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Parson Russell Terrier vs Brittany vs Labrador Retriever?	A lot: Parson Russell Terrier is a particularly loud breed. See more.	Average: The Brittany barks occasionally. See more.	Average: The Labrador Retriever 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 Parson Russell Terrier or Brittany or Labrador Retriever?	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 Parson Russell Terrier indoors.	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 Brittany indoors.	It is not recommended to keep the Labrador Retriever breed in the home.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Parson Russell Terrier vs Brittany vs Labrador Retriever Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Parson Russell Terrier dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Brittany 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.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Parson Russell Terrier or Brittany or Labrador Retriever?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Brittany 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.

Parson Russell Terrier vs Brittany vs Labrador Retriever Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Parson Russell Terrier vs Brittany vs Labrador Retriever Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Parson Russell Terrier vs Brittany vs Labrador Retriever health comparison. Which is the healthier: Parson Russell Terrier vs Brittany vs Labrador Retriever?	The Parson Russell Terrier is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Brittany 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.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Parson Russell Terrier vs Brittany vs Labrador Retriever? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Parson Russell Terrier vs Brittany vs Labrador Retriever health problems comparison:	No data available	Hip Dysplasia Hypothyroidism Epilepsy	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Epilepsy Ear Infections Elbow Dysplasia Osteochondrosis Dissecans Tricuspid Valve Dysplasia Acute Moist Dermatitis Cold Tail Myopathy
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Parson Russell Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Brittany 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.
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Life Expectancy Parson Russell Terrier vs Brittany vs Labrador Retriever lifespan comparison. How long do Parson Russell Terrier, Brittany and Labrador Retriever breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	13-15 years The average lifespan of Parson Russell Terrier: 14 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Brittany: 13 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Labrador Retriever: 11 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Parson Russell Terrier vs Brittany vs Labrador Retriever?	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Parson Russell Terrier can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Brittany 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.

Parson Russell Terrier vs Brittany vs Labrador Retriever Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Parson Russell Terrier vs Brittany vs Labrador Retriever Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Parson Russell Terrier or Brittany or Labrador Retriever?	1/2 to 1 cup dry food a day.	1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three meals.	Recommended daily amount: 2.5 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Parson Russell Terrier vs Brittany vs Labrador Retriever weight gain potential comparison:	Low: The Parson Russell Terrier has good luck with genetics. See more.	Average: The Brittany has an average risk for obesity. See more.	High: The Labrador Retriever breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.
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Parson Russell Terrier vs Brittany vs Labrador Retriever Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Parson Russell Terrier vs Brittany vs Labrador Retriever coat comparison:	Rough	Feathered	Dense Waterproof Hard Short
Colors What are the original Parson Russell Terrier, Brittany and Labrador Retriever color?	Black Tan White Brown	White Orange Liver Roan	Black Yellow Chocolate
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Parson Russell Terrier or Brittany or Labrador Retriever? Parson Russell Terrier vs Brittany vs Labrador Retriever grooming comparison:	Easy to groom: The Parson Russell Terrier doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The Brittany doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Labrador Retriever requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Parson Russell Terrier or Brittany or Labrador Retriever? Parson Russell Terrier or Brittany or {name3 shedding:	Parson Russell Terrier dogs shed moderately. See more.	Brittany dogs are low shedders. See more.	Labrador Retriever 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: Parson Russell Terrier or Brittany or Labrador Retriever?	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. 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 Parson Russell Terrier vs Brittany vs Labrador Retriever 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, Parson Russell Terrier vs Brittany vs Labrador Retriever?	Medium ⏺ The Parson Russell Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Brittany has an average chance of bad smell.	High 🔼 The Labrador Retriever has a high chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Parson Russell Terrier is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The Brittany is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The Labrador Retriever is an average drooler. See more.

Parson Russell Terrier vs Brittany vs Labrador Retriever Good With Comparison

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

Parson Russell Terrier vs Brittany vs Labrador Retriever 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.	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 Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Parson Russell Terrier or Brittany or Labrador Retriever? Which is better for autism?	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.
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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.	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 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.	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.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Parson Russell Terrier vs Brittany vs Labrador Retriever?	Not really Parson Russell Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Brittany breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Yes Labrador Retriever breed usually likes 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.

Parson Russell Terrier vs Brittany vs Labrador Retriever 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 Parson Russell Terrier and Brittany and Labrador Retriever have?	4-8 puppies	1-11 puppies, average 6	5-10 puppies
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Parson Russell Terrier vs Brittany vs Labrador Retriever Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1997 as a Terrier breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1934 as a Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1917 as a Sporting breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Large and medium sized Terriers section.	Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the Continental Pointing Dogs section.	Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Retrievers 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	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

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