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Name	Rottweiler	Labrador Retriever	Doberdor
Origins	Germany	England Canada	Germany
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Group	Working Dogs	Gun Dog	Designer Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Rott Rottie	Lab Labrador	Labraman
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Rottweiler vs Labrador Retriever vs Doberdor breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Cross Breed

Rottweiler vs Labrador Retriever vs Doberdor Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Rottweiler or Labrador Retriever or Doberdor? Which is the smallest dog, Rottweiler or Labrador Retriever or Doberdor?	Large Giant	Large	Large Giant
Weight Which is heavier, Rottweiler or Labrador Retriever or Labrador Retriever? Rottweiler vs Labrador Retriever vs Doberdor weight comparison:	Male: 95-130 pounds (43-59 kg), Female: 85-115 pounds (38-52 kg)	Male: 60-75 pounds (27-34kg), Female: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg)	60-100 pounds (27-45 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 112.5 pounds (51 kg), Female: 100 pounds (45 kg)	Male: 67.5 pounds (30.5 kg), Female: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg)	80 pounds (36 kg)
Height Which is taller, Rottweiler or Labrador Retriever or Doberdor? Rottweiler vs Labrador Retriever vs Doberdor height comparison:	Male: 24-27 inches (61-69 cm), Female: 22-25 inches (56-63 cm)	Male: 22-24 inches (56-61cm), Female: 21-23 inches (53-58 cm)	24-27.5 inches (32-70 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 25.5 inches (65 cm), Female: 23.5 inches (59.5 cm)	Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 22 inches (55.5 cm)	26 inches (66 cm)

Rottweiler vs Labrador Retriever vs Doberdor Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Rottweiler or Labrador Retriever or Doberdor? Which is more expensive?	$1200-$2000	$1000-$2000	$400-$600
Availability Which is easier to get, Rottweiler or Labrador Retriever or Doberdor?	Very frequent: The Rottweiler is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Labrador Retriever is quite easy to get.	Average: The Doberdor is a commonly available dog breed.

Rottweiler vs Labrador Retriever vs Doberdor Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Rottweiler vs Labrador Retriever vs Doberdor intelligence:	Outstanding: Rottweiler is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Outstanding: Labrador Retriever is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Smart: The Doberdor dogs have great intelligence. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Rottweiler vs Labrador Retriever vs Doberdor trainability comparison.	Rottweiler dogs are easy to train. See more.	Labrador Retriever dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Doberdor dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Rottweiler or Labrador Retriever or Doberdor?	Rottweiler dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Labrador Retriever dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Doberdor dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Rottweiler or Labrador Retriever or Doberdor? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Rottweiler dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Labrador Retriever dogs are average defenders. See more.	Doberdor dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
Guard Dog Breeds List

Rottweiler vs Labrador Retriever vs Doberdor Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Rottweiler or Labrador Retriever or Doberdor? Rottweiler vs Labrador Retriever vs Doberdor behavior/temperament comparison:	Independent Protective Alert Courageous Intelligent Loyal Fearless Good-natured	Playful Loving Energetic Alert Intelligent Friendly Responsive Affectionate Loyal Gentle Going Social Cheerful	Playful Protective Intelligent Loyal Guarding
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.	Doberdor dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Rottweiler vs Labrador Retriever vs Doberdor?	Average: Rottweiler dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	Slightly Below Average: Labrador Retriever dogs may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence. See more.	Average: Doberdor dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Rottweiler vs Labrador Retriever vs Doberdor social needs comparison:	Rottweiler dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Labrador Retriever dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Doberdor dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Rottweiler dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Labrador Retriever dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Doberdor is strong enough to escape from home. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Rottweiler dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Labrador Retriever dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.	Doberdor dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Rottweiler vs Labrador Retriever vs Doberdor Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Rottweiler vs Labrador Retriever vs Doberdor playfulness comparison:	Average: Rottweilers, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Labrador Retriever is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Doberdor is a playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Rottweiler vs Labrador Retriever vs Doberdor?	Low: The Rottweiler barks none to minimal. See more.	Average: The Labrador Retriever barks occasionally. See more.	Average to High: The Doberdor is a vocal breed. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Rottweiler or Labrador Retriever or Doberdor?	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 Rottweiler indoors.	It is not recommended to keep the Labrador Retriever breed in the home.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Doberdor breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Rottweiler vs Labrador Retriever vs Doberdor Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Average: Rottweiler dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Labrador Retriever dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Doberdor dogs don't adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Rottweiler or Labrador Retriever or Doberdor?	Rottweiler 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.	Doberdor dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.

Rottweiler vs Labrador Retriever vs Doberdor Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Rottweiler vs Labrador Retriever vs Doberdor Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Rottweiler vs Labrador Retriever vs Doberdor health comparison. Which is the healthier: Rottweiler vs Labrador Retriever vs Doberdor?	The Rottweiler 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.	Doberdors are commonly healthy dogs.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Rottweiler vs Labrador Retriever vs Doberdor? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Rottweiler vs Labrador Retriever vs Doberdor health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Allergies Hypothyroidism Bloat Elbow Dysplasia Panosteitis Aortic Stenosis Osteosarcoma Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Epilepsy Ear Infections Elbow Dysplasia Osteochondrosis Dissecans Tricuspid Valve Dysplasia Acute Moist Dermatitis Cold Tail Myopathy	Elbow Dysplasia Wobbler's Syndrome Hip Dysplasia
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Rottweiler 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.	Rare The Doberdor should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Rottweiler vs Labrador Retriever vs Doberdor lifespan comparison. How long do Rottweiler, Labrador Retriever and Doberdor breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	8-12 years The average lifespan of Rottweiler: 10 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Labrador Retriever: 11 years	10-14 years The average lifespan of Doberdor: 12 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Rottweiler vs Labrador Retriever vs Doberdor?	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.

Rottweiler vs Labrador Retriever vs Doberdor Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Rottweiler vs Labrador Retriever vs Doberdor Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Rottweiler or Labrador Retriever or Doberdor?	Recommended daily amount: 4 to 10 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.	6 to 8 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? Rottweiler vs Labrador Retriever vs Doberdor weight gain potential comparison:	High: The Rottweiler breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. 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 Doberdor's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Rottweiler vs Labrador Retriever vs Doberdor Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Rottweiler vs Labrador Retriever vs Doberdor coat comparison:	Dense	Dense Waterproof Hard Short	Dense Straight
Colors What are the original Rottweiler, Labrador Retriever and Doberdor color?	Black Tan Rust Mahogany	Black Yellow Chocolate	Black Tan Fawn Chocolate
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Rottweiler or Labrador Retriever or Doberdor? Rottweiler vs Labrador Retriever vs Doberdor grooming comparison:	Effortless: The Rottweiler requires minimal grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Labrador Retriever requires minimal grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The Doberdor doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Rottweiler or Labrador Retriever or Doberdor? Rottweiler or Labrador Retriever or {name3 shedding:	Rottweiler dogs shed moderately. See more.	Labrador Retriever dogs shed moderately. See more.	Doberdor dogs shed none to minimal. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Rottweiler or Labrador Retriever or Doberdor?	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. 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.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.
Hypoallergenic Rottweiler vs Labrador Retriever vs Doberdor 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, Rottweiler vs Labrador Retriever vs Doberdor?	Medium ⏺ The Rottweiler has an average chance of bad smell.	High 🔼 The Labrador Retriever has a high chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Doberdor has a low chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Rottweiler drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed. See more.	The Labrador Retriever is an average drooler. See more.	The Doberdor is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.

Rottweiler vs Labrador Retriever vs Doberdor Good With Comparison

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

Rottweiler vs Labrador Retriever vs Doberdor As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Rottweiler or Labrador Retriever or Doberdor? Which is better for autism?	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.
Therapy Dog Breeds
Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR) Which one could be a search and rescue dog?	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Yes This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Rottweiler vs Labrador Retriever vs Doberdor?	Not really Rottweiler breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Yes Labrador Retriever breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Not really Doberdor breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?	Yes 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	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.	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.

Rottweiler vs Labrador Retriever vs Doberdor 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 Rottweiler and Labrador Retriever and Doberdor have?	8-12 puppies	5-10 puppies	6-10 puppies
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Rottweiler vs Labrador Retriever vs Doberdor Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1931 as a Working breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1917 as a Sporting breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type section.	Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Retrievers section.	Not recognized by FCI.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club Colonial Rottweiler Club Deutscher Rottweiler Klub International Rottweiler 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	Not recognized by any clubs.

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