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Name	Portuguese Water Dog	Labrador Retriever	Welsh Springer Spaniel
Origins	Portugal	England Canada	Wales
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Group	Working Dogs	Gun Dog	Gun Dog
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Common Names & Aliases Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Portuguese Water Dog, Labrador Retriever, and Welsh Springer Spaniel breeds.	Cao De Agua Portie Water Dog	Lab Labrador	Welsh Cocker Spaniel Welsh Starter Welshie Welsh Springer
Breed Classification How do breed classifications differ between Portuguese Water Dog, Labrador Retriever, and Welsh Springer Spaniel? Compare their breeding categories.	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Portuguese Water Dog vs Labrador Retriever vs Welsh Springer Spaniel Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Compare size differences between Portuguese Water Dog, Labrador Retriever, and Welsh Springer Spaniel. Which breed is the largest?	Medium	Large	Medium
Weight Statistics How do weights compare between Portuguese Water Dog, Labrador Retriever, and Welsh Springer Spaniel? Compare adult weight ranges.	Male: 42-55 pounds (19-25 kg), Female: 35-49 pounds (16-22 kg)	Male: 60-75 pounds (27-34kg), Female: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg)	Male: 40-45 pounds (18-20 kg), Female: 35-45 pounds (16-20 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 48.5 pounds (22 kg), Female: 42 pounds (19 kg)	Male: 67.5 pounds (30.5 kg), Female: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg)	Male: 42.5 pounds (19 kg), Female: 40 pounds (18 kg)
Height Which is taller, Portuguese Water Dog or Labrador Retriever or Welsh Springer Spaniel? Portuguese Water Dog vs Labrador Retriever vs Welsh Springer Spaniel height comparison:	Male: 20-22 inches (50-57 cm), Female: 17-20 inches (43-52 cm)	Male: 22-24 inches (56-61cm), Female: 21-23 inches (53-58 cm)	Male: 17-19 inches (43-48 cm), Female: 16-18 inches (41-46 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 21 inches (53.5 cm), Female: 18.5 inches (47.5 cm)	Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 22 inches (55.5 cm)	Male: 18 inches (45.5 cm), Female: 17 inches (43.5 cm)

Portuguese Water Dog vs Labrador Retriever vs Welsh Springer Spaniel Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy costs for Portuguese Water Dog, Labrador Retriever, and Welsh Springer Spaniel. Find price differences between these breeds.	$2500-$2800	$1000-$2000	$1200-$1400
Availability Which is easier to get, Portuguese Water Dog or Labrador Retriever or Welsh Springer Spaniel?	Very frequent: The Portuguese Water Dog is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Labrador Retriever is quite easy to get.	Frequent: The Welsh Springer Spaniel is easier than average to get.

Portuguese Water Dog vs Labrador Retriever vs Welsh Springer Spaniel Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Compare intelligence levels between Portuguese Water Dog, Labrador Retriever, and Welsh Springer Spaniel. Which breed ranks highest?	Smart: The Portuguese Water Dog dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Outstanding: Labrador Retriever is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Smart: The Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs have great intelligence. See more.
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Training Difficulty Compare training difficulty levels between Portuguese Water Dog, Labrador Retriever, and Welsh Springer Spaniel. Which is easiest to train?	Portuguese Water Dog dogs are easy to train. See more.	Labrador Retriever dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Rating Compare watchdog abilities of Portuguese Water Dog, Labrador Retriever, and Welsh Springer Spaniel. Which breed is most alert?	Portuguese Water Dog dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Labrador Retriever dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Compare territorial instincts between Portuguese Water Dog, Labrador Retriever, and Welsh Springer Spaniel. Which breed is most protective?	Portuguese Water Dog dogs are average defenders. See more.	Labrador Retriever dogs are average defenders. See more.	Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs are not the best to protect their territory. See more.
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Portuguese Water Dog vs Labrador Retriever vs Welsh Springer Spaniel Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits How do personalities differ between Portuguese Water Dog, Labrador Retriever, and Welsh Springer Spaniel? Compare temperaments.	Intelligent Docile Obedient Brave Impetuous Quarrelsome	Playful Loving Energetic Alert Intelligent Friendly Responsive Affectionate Loyal Gentle Going Social Cheerful	Active Playful Stubborn Intelligent Friendly Affectionate Loyal
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.	Sensitive: Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.
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Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Portuguese Water Dog vs Labrador Retriever vs Welsh Springer Spaniel?	High: Portuguese Water Dog 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: Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Portuguese Water Dog vs Labrador Retriever vs Welsh Springer Spaniel social needs comparison:	Portuguese Water Dog dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Labrador Retriever dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Portuguese Water Dog dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Labrador Retriever dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Welsh Springer Spaniel 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?	Portuguese Water Dog 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.	Labrador Retriever dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.	Welsh Springer Spaniel 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

Portuguese Water Dog vs Labrador Retriever vs Welsh Springer Spaniel Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Compare barking frequencies of Portuguese Water Dog, Labrador Retriever, and Welsh Springer Spaniel. Which breed is most vocal?	Low to Average: The Portuguese Water Dog rarely barks. See more.	Average: The Labrador Retriever barks occasionally. See more.	Average: The Welsh Springer Spaniel barks occasionally. See more.
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Playful Nature Compare playfulness levels between Portuguese Water Dog, Labrador Retriever, and Welsh Springer Spaniel. Which breed is most playful?	The Portuguese Water Dog is a playful breed. See more.	The Labrador Retriever is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Welsh Springer Spaniel is a playful breed. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Compare apartment suitability of Portuguese Water Dog, Labrador Retriever, and Welsh Springer Spaniel. Which adapts best to small spaces?	Apartment-friendly dog the Portuguese Water Dog breed.	It is not recommended to keep the Labrador Retriever breed in the home.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Welsh Springer Spaniel breed.
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Portuguese Water Dog vs Labrador Retriever vs Welsh Springer Spaniel Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Compare adaptability between Portuguese Water Dog, Labrador Retriever, and Welsh Springer Spaniel. Which breed is most flexible?	Portuguese Water Dog 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.	Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Portuguese Water Dog or Labrador Retriever or Welsh Springer Spaniel?	Portuguese Water Dog dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Labrador Retriever dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Portuguese Water Dog vs Labrador Retriever vs Welsh Springer Spaniel Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Portuguese Water Dog vs Labrador Retriever vs Welsh Springer Spaniel Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Compare life expectancies of Portuguese Water Dog, Labrador Retriever, and Welsh Springer Spaniel. Which breed lives longest?	10-14 years The average lifespan of Portuguese Water Dog: 12 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Labrador Retriever: 11 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Welsh Springer Spaniel: 13 years
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Climate Tolerance Compare weather adaptability between Portuguese Water Dog, Labrador Retriever, and Welsh Springer Spaniel. Which handles climate changes best?	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Portuguese Water Dog 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.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Welsh Springer Spaniel can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.
Health Concerns Compare health problems common in Portuguese Water Dog, Labrador Retriever, and Welsh Springer Spaniel. Which has fewer health issues?	The Portuguese Water Dog 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 Welsh Springer Spaniel 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 Portuguese Water Dog 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 Welsh Springer Spaniel 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: Portuguese Water Dog vs Labrador Retriever vs Welsh Springer Spaniel? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Portuguese Water Dog vs Labrador Retriever vs Welsh Springer Spaniel health problems comparison:	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Entropion Ectropion Distichiasis Persistent Pupillary Membranes Addison's Disease Megaesophagus Irritable Bowel Disease (ibd) Abnormally Small Eyes GM-1 Storage Disease Juvenile Dilated Cardiomyopathy Gastrointestinal Diseases Colitis Hemorrhagic Gastroenteritis Lymphangiectasia	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Epilepsy Ear Infections Elbow Dysplasia Osteochondrosis Dissecans Tricuspid Valve Dysplasia Acute Moist Dermatitis Cold Tail Myopathy	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Entropion Elbow Dysplasia Glaucoma

Portuguese Water Dog vs Labrador Retriever vs Welsh Springer Spaniel Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Compare energy levels between Portuguese Water Dog, Labrador Retriever, and Welsh Springer Spaniel. Which breed is most active?	Portuguese Water Dog dogs are high-energy dogs.	Labrador Retriever dogs are high-energy dogs.	Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Portuguese Water Dog vs Labrador Retriever vs Welsh Springer Spaniel exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Portuguese Water Dog or Labrador Retriever or Welsh Springer Spaniel? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Portuguese Water Dog dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Labrador Retriever dogs need a lot of exercises.	Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Portuguese Water Dog or Labrador Retriever or Welsh Springer Spaniel?	Portuguese Water Dog dogs don't need too much sleep.	Labrador Retriever dogs don't need too much sleep.	Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs don't need too much sleep.
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Portuguese Water Dog vs Labrador Retriever vs Welsh Springer Spaniel Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Compare weight gain tendencies between Portuguese Water Dog, Labrador Retriever, and Welsh Springer Spaniel. Which is most prone to obesity?	Average: The Portuguese Water Dog has an average risk for obesity. See more.	High: The Labrador Retriever breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Welsh Springer Spaniel's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
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Food Consumption Compare food requirements between Portuguese Water Dog, Labrador Retriever, and Welsh Springer Spaniel. Which needs most food?	2 to 2.5 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.	1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three meals.
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Portuguese Water Dog vs Labrador Retriever vs Welsh Springer Spaniel Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Portuguese Water Dog, Labrador Retriever, and Welsh Springer Spaniel. 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 Portuguese Water Dog, Labrador Retriever, and Welsh Springer Spaniel. What colors are available?	Black White Brown	Black Yellow Chocolate	Red White
Grooming Requirements Compare grooming needs between Portuguese Water Dog, Labrador Retriever, and Welsh Springer Spaniel. Which requires most maintenance?	Average: The Portuguese Water Dog requires average grooming effort. See more.	Effortless: The Labrador Retriever requires minimal grooming. See more.	Average: The Welsh Springer Spaniel requires average grooming effort. See more.
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Drooling Tendency Compare drooling tendencies between Portuguese Water Dog, Labrador Retriever, and Welsh Springer Spaniel. Which drools least?	The Portuguese Water Dog is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Labrador Retriever is an average drooler. See more.	The Welsh Springer Spaniel is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Compare odor levels between Portuguese Water Dog, Labrador Retriever, and Welsh Springer Spaniel. Which has least natural smell?	Low 🔽 The Portuguese Water Dog has a low chance of bad smell.	High 🔼 The Labrador Retriever has a high chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Welsh Springer Spaniel has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics Compare coat types between Portuguese Water Dog, Labrador Retriever, and Welsh Springer Spaniel. How do their fur characteristics differ?	Curly	Dense Waterproof Hard Short	Silky Soft Straight
Bathing Needs Compare bathing needs between Portuguese Water Dog, Labrador Retriever, and Welsh Springer Spaniel. 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 Portuguese Water Dog or Labrador Retriever or Welsh Springer Spaniel? Portuguese Water Dog or Labrador Retriever or {name3 shedding:	Portuguese Water Dog dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Labrador Retriever dogs shed moderately. See more.	Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs shed moderately. See more.
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Portuguese Water Dog vs Labrador Retriever vs Welsh Springer Spaniel Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Compare child-friendliness between Portuguese Water Dog, Labrador Retriever, and Welsh Springer Spaniel. Which is best with kids?	Portuguese Water Dog dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Labrador Retriever dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
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Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Portuguese Water Dog dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Labrador Retriever dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Portuguese Water Dog or Labrador Retriever or Welsh Springer Spaniel? Which dog is more friendly?	Portuguese Water Dog dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Labrador Retriever dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs are not the most 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 Portuguese Water Dog or Labrador Retriever or Welsh Springer Spaniel?	Portuguese Water Dog dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Labrador Retriever dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs are average friendly towards cats.
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Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Portuguese Water Dog or Labrador Retriever or Welsh Springer Spaniel?	Portuguese Water Dog dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Labrador Retriever dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Portuguese Water Dog vs Labrador Retriever vs Welsh Springer Spaniel?	Yes Portuguese Water Dog 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 Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Portuguese Water Dog is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Labrador Retriever is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Welsh Springer Spaniel is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Portuguese Water Dogs are usually recommended for elderly people.	Labrador Retrievers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Welsh Springer Spaniels are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Portuguese Water Dog vs Labrador Retriever vs Welsh Springer Spaniel As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Compare service dog potential between Portuguese Water Dog, Labrador Retriever, and Welsh Springer Spaniel. Which is best suited for service work?	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 Work Suitability Compare therapy dog potential between Portuguese Water Dog, Labrador Retriever, and Welsh Springer Spaniel. Which excels in therapy work?	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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Scent Detection Ability Compare detection capabilities between Portuguese Water Dog, Labrador Retriever, and Welsh Springer Spaniel. 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.	Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.
Search & Rescue Potential Compare search and rescue potential between Portuguese Water Dog, Labrador Retriever, and Welsh Springer Spaniel. 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 Portuguese Water Dog, Labrador Retriever, and Welsh Springer Spaniel. Which is best suited for water work?	Yes Portuguese Water Dog breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Yes Labrador Retriever breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Not really Welsh Springer Spaniel breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Compare cart pulling abilities between Portuguese Water Dog, Labrador Retriever, and Welsh Springer Spaniel. 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 Portuguese Water Dog, Labrador Retriever, and Welsh Springer Spaniel. 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.

Portuguese Water Dog vs Labrador Retriever vs Welsh Springer Spaniel Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare typical litter sizes of Portuguese Water Dog, Labrador Retriever, and Welsh Springer Spaniel. Which has most puppies?	4-8 puppies	5-10 puppies	6-8 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare gestation periods of Portuguese Water Dog, Labrador Retriever, and Welsh Springer Spaniel. Any breeding differences?	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding intervals between Portuguese Water Dog, Labrador Retriever, and Welsh Springer Spaniel. 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.

Portuguese Water Dog vs Labrador Retriever vs Welsh Springer Spaniel Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC groups for Portuguese Water Dog, Labrador Retriever, and Welsh Springer Spaniel. How are they classified?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1983 as a Hound breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1917 as a Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1914 as a Sporting breed.
FCI Classification Compare FCI groups for Portuguese Water Dog, Labrador Retriever, and Welsh Springer Spaniel. How are they classified internationally?	Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Water Dogs section.	Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Retrievers section.	Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Flushing Dogs section.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare breed recognition status of Portuguese Water Dog, Labrador Retriever, and Welsh Springer Spaniel. Which has most recognition?	American Kennel Club Canadian Kennel Club Federation Cynologique Internationale Australian National Kennel Council New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club The 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	No data available

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