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Portuguese Water Dog vs Poodle vs Labrador Retriever Comparison - Dog breed selector: Cao De Agua or Barbone or Lab? Find the right dog for you

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Name Portuguese Water Dog Poodle Labrador Retriever
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Cao De Agua
Portie
Water Dog
Barbone
Caniche
Chien Canne
Grosse Pudel
French Poodle
Lab
Labrador
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Portuguese Water Dog vs Poodle vs Labrador Retriever breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Portuguese Water Dog vs Poodle vs Labrador Retriever Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Portuguese Water Dog or Poodle or Labrador Retriever? Which is the smallest dog, Portuguese Water Dog or Poodle or Labrador Retriever?
Medium Medium Large
Weight
Which is heavier, Portuguese Water Dog or Poodle or Poodle? Portuguese Water Dog vs Poodle vs Labrador Retriever weight comparison:
Male: 42-55 pounds (19-25 kg), Female: 35-49 pounds (16-22 kg) 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)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 48.5 pounds (22 kg), Female: 42 pounds (19 kg) 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)
Height
Which is taller, Portuguese Water Dog or Poodle or Labrador Retriever? Portuguese Water Dog vs Poodle vs Labrador Retriever height comparison:
Male: 20-22 inches (50-57 cm), Female: 17-20 inches (43-52 cm) 15 inches (38 cm) or more Male: 22-24 inches (56-61cm), Female: 21-23 inches (53-58 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 21 inches (53.5 cm), Female: 18.5 inches (47.5 cm) 15 inches (38 cm) or more Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 22 inches (55.5 cm)

Portuguese Water Dog vs Poodle vs Labrador Retriever Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Portuguese Water Dog or Poodle or Labrador Retriever? Which is more expensive?
$2500-$2800 $1000-$1500 $1000-$2000
Availability
Which is easier to get, Portuguese Water Dog or Poodle or Labrador Retriever?
Very frequent: The Portuguese Water Dog is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Poodle is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Labrador Retriever is quite easy to get.

Portuguese Water Dog vs Poodle vs Labrador Retriever Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

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

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Portuguese Water Dog or Poodle or Labrador Retriever? Portuguese Water Dog vs Poodle vs Labrador Retriever behavior/temperament comparison:
Intelligent
Docile
Obedient
Brave
Impetuous
Quarrelsome
Active
Alert
Intelligent
Trainable
Faithful
Instinctual
Playful
Loving
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Affectionate
Loyal
Gentle
Going
Social
Cheerful
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Sensitive: Labrador Retriever dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Portuguese Water Dog vs Poodle vs Labrador Retriever?
High: Portuguese Water Dog dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Poodle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Slightly Below Average: Labrador Retriever dogs may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence.
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Social Needs
Portuguese Water Dog vs Poodle vs Labrador Retriever social needs comparison:
Portuguese Water Dog dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Poodle dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Labrador Retriever dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Portuguese Water Dog dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Poodle dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Labrador Retriever dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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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.
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Poodle dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals.
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Labrador Retriever dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals.
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Portuguese Water Dog vs Poodle vs Labrador Retriever Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Portuguese Water Dog vs Poodle vs Labrador Retriever playfulness comparison:
The Portuguese Water Dog is a playful breed.
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The Poodle is a playful breed.
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The Labrador Retriever is a highly playful breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Portuguese Water Dog vs Poodle vs Labrador Retriever?
Low to Average: The Portuguese Water Dog rarely barks.
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Average to High: The Poodle is a vocal breed.
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Average: The Labrador Retriever barks occasionally.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Portuguese Water Dog or Poodle or Labrador Retriever?
Apartment-friendly dog the Portuguese Water Dog breed.
Very house-friendly dog the Poodle breed.
It is not recommended to keep the Labrador Retriever breed in the home.

Portuguese Water Dog vs Poodle vs Labrador Retriever Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
Portuguese Water Dog dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
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.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Portuguese Water Dog or Poodle or Labrador Retriever?
Portuguese Water Dog dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
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.

Portuguese Water Dog vs Poodle vs Labrador Retriever Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Portuguese Water Dog or Poodle or Labrador Retriever?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Portuguese Water Dog bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Poodle bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Labrador Retriever bite force: Ordinary.
Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:

Low 🔽

The Portuguese Water Dog has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Poodle has a low chance of biting somebody.

Moderate

The Labrador Retriever has an average chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Portuguese Water Dog vs Poodle vs Labrador Retriever mouthiness comparison:
Portuguese Water Dog dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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Poodle dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Labrador Retriever dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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Portuguese Water Dog vs Poodle vs Labrador Retriever Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Portuguese Water Dog vs Poodle vs Labrador Retriever health comparison. Which is the healthier: Portuguese Water Dog vs Poodle vs Labrador Retriever?
The Portuguese Water Dog is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
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.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Portuguese Water Dog vs Poodle vs Labrador Retriever? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Portuguese Water Dog vs Poodle vs Labrador Retriever 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
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
Veterinarian Visits
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 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.
Life Expectancy
Portuguese Water Dog vs Poodle vs Labrador Retriever lifespan comparison. How long do Portuguese Water Dog, Poodle and Labrador Retriever breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
10-14 years
The average lifespan of Portuguese Water Dog: 12 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Poodle: 13 years
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Labrador Retriever: 11 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Portuguese Water Dog vs Poodle vs Labrador Retriever?
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.
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Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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Portuguese Water Dog vs Poodle vs Labrador Retriever Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Portuguese Water Dog or Poodle or Labrador Retriever? Portuguese Water Dog vs Poodle vs Labrador Retriever energy level comparison:
Portuguese Water Dog dogs are high-energy dogs.
Poodle dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Labrador Retriever dogs are high-energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Portuguese Water Dog vs Poodle vs Labrador Retriever exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Portuguese Water Dog or Poodle or Labrador Retriever? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Portuguese Water Dog dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Poodle dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Labrador Retriever dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Portuguese Water Dog or Poodle or Labrador Retriever?
Portuguese Water Dog dogs don't need too much sleep.
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.

Portuguese Water Dog vs Poodle vs Labrador Retriever Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Portuguese Water Dog or Poodle or Labrador Retriever?
2 to 2.5 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 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.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Portuguese Water Dog vs Poodle vs Labrador Retriever weight gain potential comparison:
Average: The Portuguese Water Dog has an average risk for obesity.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Poodle's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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High: The Labrador Retriever breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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Portuguese Water Dog vs Poodle vs Labrador Retriever Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Portuguese Water Dog vs Poodle vs Labrador Retriever coat comparison:
Curly Curly Dense
Waterproof
Hard
Short
Colors
What are the original Portuguese Water Dog, Poodle and Labrador Retriever color?
Black
White
Brown
Black
Gray
Red
Blue
Cream
White
Silver
Brown
Fawn
Beige
Apricot
Black
Yellow
Chocolate
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Portuguese Water Dog or Poodle or Labrador Retriever? Portuguese Water Dog vs Poodle vs Labrador Retriever grooming comparison:
Average: The Portuguese Water Dog requires average grooming effort.
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Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition.
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Effortless: The Labrador Retriever requires minimal grooming.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Portuguese Water Dog or Poodle or Labrador Retriever? Portuguese Water Dog or Poodle or {name3 shedding:
Portuguese Water Dog dogs shed none to minimal.
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Poodle dogs shed none to minimal.
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Labrador Retriever dogs shed moderately.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Portuguese Water Dog or Poodle or Labrador Retriever?
3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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Hypoallergenic
Portuguese Water Dog vs Poodle vs Labrador Retriever hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?
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Stinkiness
Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Portuguese Water Dog vs Poodle vs Labrador Retriever?

Low 🔽

The Portuguese Water Dog has a low chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Poodle 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 Portuguese Water Dog is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Poodle is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Labrador Retriever is an average drooler.
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Portuguese Water Dog vs Poodle vs Labrador Retriever Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Portuguese Water Dog dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Poodle dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Labrador Retriever dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Portuguese Water Dog or Poodle or Labrador Retriever? Which dog is more friendly?
Portuguese Water Dog dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Poodle dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Labrador Retriever dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Portuguese Water Dog or Poodle or Labrador Retriever?
Portuguese Water Dog dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Poodle dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Labrador Retriever dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Portuguese Water Dog or Poodle or Labrador Retriever?
Portuguese Water Dog dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Poodle dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Labrador Retriever dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Portuguese Water Dog or Poodle or Labrador Retriever?
Portuguese Water Dog dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Poodle dogs are 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: Portuguese Water Dog vs Poodle vs Labrador Retriever?
Yes
Portuguese Water Dog dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
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.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
Portuguese Water Dog is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Poodle 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?
Portuguese Water Dogs are usually recommended for elderly people.
Poodles are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Labrador Retrievers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Portuguese Water Dog vs Poodle 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.
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Yes

This breed makes good as a service dog.
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Yes

This breed makes good as a service dog.
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Therapy Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: Portuguese Water Dog or Poodle or Labrador Retriever? Which is better for autism?

Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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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: Portuguese Water Dog vs Poodle vs Labrador Retriever?

Yes

Portuguese Water Dog breed usually likes being on a boat.
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Yes

Poodle breed usually likes being on a boat.
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Yes

Labrador Retriever breed usually likes being on a boat.
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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.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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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.

Portuguese Water Dog vs Poodle 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.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Litter Size
How many puppies can Portuguese Water Dog and Poodle and Labrador Retriever have?
4-8 puppies 2-4 puppies 5-10 puppies

Portuguese Water Dog vs Poodle vs Labrador Retriever Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1983 as a Hound breed. 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.
FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI?
Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Water Dogs section. 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.
Breed Recognition
What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?
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
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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