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Name	Shiba Inu	Labrador Husky	Bernese Mountain Dog
Origins	Japan	Canada	Switzerland
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Japanese Shiba Inu Japanese Small-Size Dog Shiba Shiba Ken Brushwood Dog	Husky-Lab	Berner Bernese Cattle Dog Berner Sennenhund
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Shiba Inu vs Labrador Husky vs Bernese Mountain Dog breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Shiba Inu vs Labrador Husky vs Bernese Mountain Dog Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Shiba Inu or Labrador Husky or Bernese Mountain Dog? Which is the smallest dog, Shiba Inu or Labrador Husky or Bernese Mountain Dog?	Medium	Large	Large
Weight Which is heavier, Shiba Inu or Labrador Husky or Labrador Husky? Shiba Inu vs Labrador Husky vs Bernese Mountain Dog weight comparison:	Male: 18-25 pounds (8-11 kg), Female: 15-20 pounds (6.8-9 kg)	60-100 pounds (27-45 kg)	Male: 85-110 pounds (38–50 kg), Female: 80-105 pounds (36–48 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 21.5 pounds (9.5 kg), Female: 17.5 pounds (6.8.5 kg)	80 pounds (36 kg)	Male: 97.5 pounds (38–50 kg), Female: 92.5 pounds (36–48 kg)
Height Which is taller, Shiba Inu or Labrador Husky or Bernese Mountain Dog? Shiba Inu vs Labrador Husky vs Bernese Mountain Dog height comparison:	Male: 14-16 inches (36-41 cm), Female: 13-15 inches (33-38 cm)	20-28 inches (51-71 cm)	Male: 24-28 inches (61–71 cm), Female: 23-27 inches (58–69 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 15 inches (38.5 cm), Female: 14 inches (35.5 cm)	24 inches (61 cm)	Male: 26 inches (61–71 cm), Female: 25 inches (58–69 cm)

Shiba Inu vs Labrador Husky vs Bernese Mountain Dog Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Shiba Inu or Labrador Husky or Bernese Mountain Dog? Which is more expensive?	$800-$1000	$400-$800	$800-$1000
Availability Which is easier to get, Shiba Inu or Labrador Husky or Bernese Mountain Dog?	Very frequent: The Shiba Inu is quite easy to get.	Average: The Labrador Husky is a commonly available dog breed.	Very frequent: The Bernese Mountain Dog is quite easy to get.

Shiba Inu vs Labrador Husky vs Bernese Mountain Dog Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Shiba Inu vs Labrador Husky vs Bernese Mountain Dog intelligence:	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Smart: The Labrador Husky dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Very smart: Bernese Mountain Dog is an excellent dog breed. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Shiba Inu vs Labrador Husky vs Bernese Mountain Dog trainability comparison.	A slightly harder to train than average. See more.	Labrador Husky dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Bernese Mountain Dog dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Shiba Inu or Labrador Husky or Bernese Mountain Dog?	Shiba Inu dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Labrador Husky dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Bernese Mountain Dog dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Shiba Inu or Labrador Husky or Bernese Mountain Dog? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Shiba Inu dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Labrador Husky dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Bernese Mountain Dog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
Guard Dog Breeds List

Shiba Inu vs Labrador Husky vs Bernese Mountain Dog Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Shiba Inu or Labrador Husky or Bernese Mountain Dog? Shiba Inu vs Labrador Husky vs Bernese Mountain Dog behavior/temperament comparison:	Alert Confident Going Fearless Keen Faithful Charming	Intelligent Friendly Quiet Good natured	Intelligent Affectionate Loyal Faithful
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Shiba Inu dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. 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: Shiba Inu vs Labrador Husky vs Bernese Mountain Dog?	Average to High: Shiba Inu dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	Average to High: Labrador Husky dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	Average: Bernese Mountain Dog dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Shiba Inu vs Labrador Husky vs Bernese Mountain Dog social needs comparison:	Shiba Inu dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Labrador Husky dogs are a social breed. See more.	Bernese Mountain Dog dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	The wanderlust potential of the Shiba Inu is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Labrador Husky dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	Bernese Mountain Dog dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Shiba Inu 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 Husky dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Bernese Mountain Dog dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Shiba Inu vs Labrador Husky vs Bernese Mountain Dog Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Shiba Inu vs Labrador Husky vs Bernese Mountain Dog playfulness comparison:	Average: Shiba Inus, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Labrador Husky is a highly playful breed. See more.	Average: Bernese Mountain Dogs, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Shiba Inu vs Labrador Husky vs Bernese Mountain Dog?	Low to Average: The Shiba Inu rarely barks. See more.	Low to Average: The Labrador Husky rarely barks. See more.	Average: The Bernese Mountain Dog barks occasionally. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Shiba Inu or Labrador Husky or Bernese Mountain Dog?	Very house-friendly dog the Shiba Inu breed.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Labrador Husky breed.	It is not recommended to keep the Bernese Mountain Dog breed in the home.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Shiba Inu vs Labrador Husky vs Bernese Mountain Dog Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Shiba Inu dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Average: Labrador Husky dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Average: Bernese Mountain Dog dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Shiba Inu or Labrador Husky or Bernese Mountain Dog?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Labrador Husky 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.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Shiba Inu vs Labrador Husky vs Bernese Mountain Dog Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Shiba Inu or Labrador Husky or Bernese Mountain Dog?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Shiba Inu bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Labrador Husky bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Bernese Mountain Dog bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	Low 🔽 The Shiba Inu has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Labrador Husky has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Bernese Mountain Dog has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Shiba Inu vs Labrador Husky vs Bernese Mountain Dog mouthiness comparison:	Shiba Inu dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Labrador Husky dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Bernese Mountain Dog dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.

Shiba Inu vs Labrador Husky vs Bernese Mountain Dog Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Shiba Inu vs Labrador Husky vs Bernese Mountain Dog health comparison. Which is the healthier: Shiba Inu vs Labrador Husky vs Bernese Mountain Dog?	The Shiba Inu is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Labrador Husky is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Very healthy dog breed.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Shiba Inu vs Labrador Husky vs Bernese Mountain Dog? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Shiba Inu vs Labrador Husky vs Bernese Mountain Dog health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Allergies Cancer Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Glaucoma Spinning Chylothorax	No data available	Hip Dysplasia Cancer Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Bloat Elbow Dysplasia Panosteitis Portosystemic Liver Shunt
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Shiba Inu should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Labrador Husky should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Rare The Bernese Mountain Dog should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Shiba Inu vs Labrador Husky vs Bernese Mountain Dog lifespan comparison. How long do Shiba Inu, Labrador Husky and Bernese Mountain Dog breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	11-15 years The average lifespan of Shiba Inu: 13 years	11-13 years The average lifespan of Labrador Husky: 12 years	7-11 years The average lifespan of Bernese Mountain Dog: 9 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Shiba Inu vs Labrador Husky vs Bernese Mountain Dog?	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Shiba Inu can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Labrador Husky can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers cold weather The Bernese Mountain Dog can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Shiba Inu vs Labrador Husky vs Bernese Mountain Dog Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Shiba Inu vs Labrador Husky vs Bernese Mountain Dog Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Shiba Inu or Labrador Husky or Bernese Mountain Dog?	Recommended daily amount: 1/2 to 1.5 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.	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? Shiba Inu vs Labrador Husky vs Bernese Mountain Dog weight gain potential comparison:	Low to Average: The Shiba Inu has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Labrador Husky has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Bernese Mountain Dog's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Shiba Inu vs Labrador Husky vs Bernese Mountain Dog Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Shiba Inu vs Labrador Husky vs Bernese Mountain Dog coat comparison:	Dense	Thick Double	Dense
Colors What are the original Shiba Inu, Labrador Husky and Bernese Mountain Dog color?	Black Tan Red Cream Sesame	Solid Black Solid White Black & White & Red Black & White & Grey	Black White
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Shiba Inu or Labrador Husky or Bernese Mountain Dog? Shiba Inu vs Labrador Husky vs Bernese Mountain Dog grooming comparison:	Easy to groom: The Shiba Inu doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Advanced: The Labrador Husky requires a lot of grooming. See more.	Average: The Bernese Mountain Dog requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Shiba Inu or Labrador Husky or Bernese Mountain Dog? Shiba Inu or Labrador Husky or {name3 shedding:	Shiba Inu dogs shed above average. See more.	Labrador Husky dogs shed moderately. See more.	Bernese Mountain Dog dogs shed above average. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Shiba Inu or Labrador Husky or Bernese Mountain Dog?	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 Shiba Inu vs Labrador Husky vs Bernese Mountain Dog 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, Shiba Inu vs Labrador Husky vs Bernese Mountain Dog?	Medium ⏺ The Shiba Inu has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Labrador Husky has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Bernese Mountain Dog has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Shiba Inu is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Labrador Husky is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The Bernese Mountain Dog 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.

Shiba Inu vs Labrador Husky vs Bernese Mountain Dog Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Shiba Inu dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.	Labrador Husky dogs are generally with other pets.	Bernese Mountain Dog dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Shiba Inu or Labrador Husky or Bernese Mountain Dog? Which dog is more friendly?	Shiba Inu dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Labrador Husky dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Bernese Mountain Dog dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Shiba Inu or Labrador Husky or Bernese Mountain Dog?	Shiba Inu dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.	Labrador Husky dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.	Bernese Mountain Dog dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Shiba Inu or Labrador Husky or Bernese Mountain Dog?	Shiba Inu dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Labrador Husky dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Bernese Mountain Dog dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Shiba Inu or Labrador Husky or Bernese Mountain Dog?	Shiba Inu dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Labrador Husky dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Bernese Mountain Dog dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Shiba Inu vs Labrador Husky vs Bernese Mountain Dog?	No Shiba Inu dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.	Yes Labrador Husky dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Bernese Mountain Dog dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Shiba Inu is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Labrador Husky is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Bernese Mountain Dog is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Shiba Inus are commonly okay with elderly people.	Labrador Huskys are commonly okay with elderly people.	Bernese Mountain Dogs are usually recommended for elderly people.

Shiba Inu vs Labrador Husky vs Bernese Mountain Dog As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Shiba Inu or Labrador Husky or Bernese Mountain Dog? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	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.	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.
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.	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: Shiba Inu vs Labrador Husky vs Bernese Mountain Dog?	Not really Shiba Inu breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Labrador Husky breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Bernese Mountain Dog 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?	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.	Yes A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Fighting Dog / Military Dog	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Shiba Inu vs Labrador Husky vs Bernese Mountain Dog 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 Shiba Inu and Labrador Husky and Bernese Mountain Dog have?	2-4 puppies	4-8 puppies	1-14 puppies, average 8
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Shiba Inu vs Labrador Husky vs Bernese Mountain Dog Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1992 as a Non-Sporting breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1937 as a Working breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Asian Spitz and related breeds section.	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Swiss Mountain- and Cattledogs section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry 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	Dog Registry of America Inc.	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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