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Name	Poodle	Labrador Retriever	Labrabull
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Common Names & Aliases Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Poodle, Labrador Retriever, and Labrabull breeds.	Barbone Caniche Chien Canne Grosse Pudel French Poodle	Lab Labrador	Bullador Lab-Pit Pitador Pitadors Pit-Lab
Breed Classification How do breed classifications differ between Poodle, Labrador Retriever, and Labrabull? Compare their breeding categories.	Purebred	Purebred	Cross Breed

Poodle vs Labrador Retriever vs Labrabull Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Compare size differences between Poodle, Labrador Retriever, and Labrabull. Which breed is the largest?	Medium	Large	Large
Weight Statistics How do weights compare between Poodle, Labrador Retriever, and Labrabull? Compare adult weight ranges.	Male: 45-70 pounds (20-32 kg), Female: 45-60 pounds (20-27 kg)	Male: 60-75 pounds (27-34kg), Female: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg)	45-80 pounds (20-36 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 57.5 pounds (26 kg), Female: 52.5 pounds (23.5 kg)	Male: 67.5 pounds (30.5 kg), Female: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg)	62.5 pounds (28 kg)
Height Which is taller, Poodle or Labrador Retriever or Labrabull? Poodle vs Labrador Retriever vs Labrabull height comparison:	15 inches (38 cm) or more	Male: 22-24 inches (56-61cm), Female: 21-23 inches (53-58 cm)	20-24 inch (51-61 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	15 inches (38 cm) or more	Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 22 inches (55.5 cm)	22 inch (56 cm)

Poodle vs Labrador Retriever vs Labrabull Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy costs for Poodle, Labrador Retriever, and Labrabull. Find price differences between these breeds.	$1000-$1500	$1000-$2000	$200-$400
Availability Which is easier to get, Poodle or Labrador Retriever or Labrabull?	Very frequent: The Poodle is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Labrador Retriever is quite easy to get.	Average: The Labrabull is a commonly available dog breed.

Poodle vs Labrador Retriever vs Labrabull Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Compare intelligence levels between Poodle, Labrador Retriever, and Labrabull. Which breed ranks highest?	Outstanding: Poodle is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Outstanding: Labrador Retriever is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Very smart: Labrabull is an excellent dog breed. See more.
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Training Difficulty Compare training difficulty levels between Poodle, Labrador Retriever, and Labrabull. Which is easiest to train?	Poodle dogs are easy to train. See more.	Labrador Retriever dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Labrabull dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Rating Compare watchdog abilities of Poodle, Labrador Retriever, and Labrabull. Which breed is most alert?	Poodle dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Labrador Retriever dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Labrabull dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Compare territorial instincts between Poodle, Labrador Retriever, and Labrabull. Which breed is most protective?	Poodle dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Labrador Retriever dogs are average defenders. See more.	Labrabull dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Poodle vs Labrador Retriever vs Labrabull Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits How do personalities differ between Poodle, Labrador Retriever, and Labrabull? Compare temperaments.	Active Alert Intelligent Trainable Faithful Instinctual	Playful Loving Energetic Alert Intelligent Friendly Responsive Affectionate Loyal Gentle Going Social Cheerful	Energetic Protective Alert Loyal Eager Smart
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. 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: Poodle vs Labrador Retriever vs Labrabull?	High: Poodle 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.	High: Labrabull dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Poodle vs Labrador Retriever vs Labrabull social needs comparison:	Poodle dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Labrador Retriever dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Labrabull dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Poodle dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Labrador Retriever dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Labrabull is strong enough to escape from home. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Poodle dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. 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.	Labrabull 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

Poodle vs Labrador Retriever vs Labrabull Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Compare barking frequencies of Poodle, Labrador Retriever, and Labrabull. Which breed is most vocal?	Average to High: The Poodle is a vocal breed. See more.	Average: The Labrador Retriever barks occasionally. See more.	Average: The Labrabull barks occasionally. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Playful Nature Compare playfulness levels between Poodle, Labrador Retriever, and Labrabull. Which breed is most playful?	The Poodle is a playful breed. See more.	The Labrador Retriever is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Labrabull is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Compare apartment suitability of Poodle, Labrador Retriever, and Labrabull. Which adapts best to small spaces?	Very house-friendly dog the Poodle breed.	It is not recommended to keep the Labrador Retriever breed in the home.	It is not recommended to keep the Labrabull breed in the home.
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Poodle vs Labrador Retriever vs Labrabull Adaptability and Independence Comparison

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

Poodle vs Labrador Retriever vs Labrabull Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Poodle vs Labrador Retriever vs Labrabull Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Compare life expectancies of Poodle, Labrador Retriever, and Labrabull. Which breed lives longest?	11-15 years The average lifespan of Poodle: 13 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Labrador Retriever: 11 years	10-14 years The average lifespan of Labrabull: 12 years
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Climate Tolerance Compare weather adaptability between Poodle, Labrador Retriever, and Labrabull. Which handles climate changes best?	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.
Health Concerns Compare health problems common in Poodle, Labrador Retriever, and Labrabull. Which has fewer health issues?	The Poodle 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 Labrabull is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
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Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Poodle 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 Labrabull should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Poodle vs Labrador Retriever vs Labrabull? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Poodle vs Labrador Retriever vs Labrabull health problems comparison:	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Legg-perthes Disease Patellar Luxation Allergies Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Bloat Epilepsy Sebaceous Adenitis Ear Infections Addison's Disease Cushing's Syndrome Runny Eyes Canine Atrial Septal Defect (asd) Neonatal Encephalopathy (news) Optic Nerve Hypoplasia Premature Graying	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Epilepsy Ear Infections Elbow Dysplasia Osteochondrosis Dissecans Tricuspid Valve Dysplasia Acute Moist Dermatitis Cold Tail Myopathy	Hypothyroidism Bloat Epilepsy Osteochondrosis Dissecans

Poodle vs Labrador Retriever vs Labrabull Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Poodle vs Labrador Retriever vs Labrabull Diet and Weight Management Comparison

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

Poodle vs Labrador Retriever vs Labrabull Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Poodle, Labrador Retriever, and Labrabull. Which is best for allergy sufferers?	Yes See more.	No See more.	No See more.
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Coat Colors Compare color variations between Poodle, Labrador Retriever, and Labrabull. What colors are available?	Black Gray Red Blue Cream White Silver Brown Fawn Beige Apricot	Black Yellow Chocolate	Black Gray White Silver Brown Yellow
Grooming Requirements Compare grooming needs between Poodle, Labrador Retriever, and Labrabull. Which requires most maintenance?	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Effortless: The Labrador Retriever requires minimal grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Labrabull requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Drooling Tendency Compare drooling tendencies between Poodle, Labrador Retriever, and Labrabull. Which drools least?	The Poodle is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Labrador Retriever is an average drooler. See more.	The Labrabull is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Compare odor levels between Poodle, Labrador Retriever, and Labrabull. Which has least natural smell?	Medium ⏺ The Poodle has an average chance of bad smell.	High 🔼 The Labrador Retriever has a high chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Labrabull has a low chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics Compare coat types between Poodle, Labrador Retriever, and Labrabull. How do their fur characteristics differ?	Curly	Dense Waterproof Hard Short	Sparse Short
Bathing Needs Compare bathing needs between Poodle, Labrador Retriever, and Labrabull. Which requires most frequent baths?	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.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Poodle or Labrador Retriever or Labrabull? Poodle or Labrador Retriever or {name3 shedding:	Poodle dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Labrador Retriever dogs shed moderately. See more.	Labrabull dogs are heavy shedders. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most

Poodle vs Labrador Retriever vs Labrabull Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Compare child-friendliness between Poodle, Labrador Retriever, and Labrabull. Which is best with kids?	Poodle dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Labrador Retriever dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Labrabull dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Poodle dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Labrador Retriever dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Labrabull dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Poodle or Labrador Retriever or Labrabull? Which dog is more friendly?	Poodle dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Labrador Retriever dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	Labrabull dogs are 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 Poodle or Labrador Retriever or Labrabull?	Poodle dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Labrador Retriever dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Labrabull dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Poodle or Labrador Retriever or Labrabull?	Poodle dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Labrador Retriever dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Labrabull dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Poodle vs Labrador Retriever vs Labrabull?	Yes Poodle 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 Labrabull dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Poodle is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Labrador Retriever is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Labrabull is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Poodles are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Labrador Retrievers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Labrabulls are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Poodle vs Labrador Retriever vs Labrabull As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Compare service dog potential between Poodle, Labrador Retriever, and Labrabull. Which is best suited for service work?	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes good 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 Poodle, Labrador Retriever, and Labrabull. Which excels in therapy work?	Yes This breed makes a perfect 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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Scent Detection Ability Compare detection capabilities between Poodle, Labrador Retriever, and Labrabull. Which has best nose work ability?	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 & Rescue Potential Compare search and rescue potential between Poodle, Labrador Retriever, and Labrabull. Which is best for SAR work?	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.
Maritime Work Ability Compare boating aptitude between Poodle, Labrador Retriever, and Labrabull. Which is best suited for water work?	Yes Poodle breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Yes Labrador Retriever breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Not really Labrabull breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Compare cart pulling abilities between Poodle, Labrador Retriever, and Labrabull. 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 Poodle, Labrador Retriever, and Labrabull. 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.

Poodle vs Labrador Retriever vs Labrabull Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare typical litter sizes of Poodle, Labrador Retriever, and Labrabull. Which has most puppies?	2-4 puppies	5-10 puppies	6-10 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare gestation periods of Poodle, Labrador Retriever, and Labrabull. Any breeding differences?	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding intervals between Poodle, Labrador Retriever, and Labrabull. 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.

Poodle vs Labrador Retriever vs Labrabull Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC groups for Poodle, Labrador Retriever, and Labrabull. How are they classified?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1887 as a Non-Sporting & Toy breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1917 as a Sporting breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Classification Compare FCI groups for Poodle, Labrador Retriever, and Labrabull. How are they classified internationally?	Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Poodle section.	Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Retrievers section.	Not recognized by FCI.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare breed recognition status of Poodle, Labrador Retriever, and Labrabull. Which has most recognition?	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 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. American Canine Hybrid Club International Designer Canine Registry

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