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Name	Shikoku dog	Labrador Retriever	Shiba Inu
Origins	Japan	England Canada	Japan
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Japanese Wolfdog Kochi-ken Mikawa Inu Shikoku dog	Lab Labrador	Japanese Shiba Inu Japanese Small-Size Dog Shiba Shiba Ken Brushwood Dog
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Shikoku dog vs Labrador Retriever vs Shiba Inu breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Shikoku dog vs Labrador Retriever vs Shiba Inu Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Shikoku dog or Labrador Retriever or Shiba Inu? Which is the smallest dog, Shikoku dog or Labrador Retriever or Shiba Inu?	Large Medium	Large	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Shikoku dog or Labrador Retriever or Labrador Retriever? Shikoku dog vs Labrador Retriever vs Shiba Inu weight comparison:	Male: 35-50 pounds (16-23 kg), Female: 30-45 pounds (14-20 kg)	Male: 60-75 pounds (27-34kg), Female: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg)	Male: 18-25 pounds (8-11 kg), Female: 15-20 pounds (6.8-9 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 42.5 pounds (19.5 kg), Female: 37.5 pounds (17 kg)	Male: 67.5 pounds (30.5 kg), Female: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg)	Male: 21.5 pounds (9.5 kg), Female: 17.5 pounds (6.8.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Shikoku dog or Labrador Retriever or Shiba Inu? Shikoku dog vs Labrador Retriever vs Shiba Inu height comparison:	Male: 18-20 inches (46-51 cm), Female: 17-19 inches (43-48 cm)	Male: 22-24 inches (56-61cm), Female: 21-23 inches (53-58 cm)	Male: 14-16 inches (36-41 cm), Female: 13-15 inches (33-38 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 19 inches (48.5 cm), Female: 18 inches (45.5 cm)	Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 22 inches (55.5 cm)	Male: 15 inches (38.5 cm), Female: 14 inches (35.5 cm)

Shikoku dog vs Labrador Retriever vs Shiba Inu Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Shikoku dog or Labrador Retriever or Shiba Inu? Which is more expensive?	$500-$800	$1000-$2000	$800-$1000
Availability Which is easier to get, Shikoku dog or Labrador Retriever or Shiba Inu?	Average: The Shikoku dog is a commonly available dog breed.	Very frequent: The Labrador Retriever is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Shiba Inu is quite easy to get.

Shikoku dog vs Labrador Retriever vs Shiba Inu Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Shikoku dog vs Labrador Retriever vs Shiba Inu intelligence:	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Outstanding: Labrador Retriever is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Shikoku dog vs Labrador Retriever vs Shiba Inu trainability comparison.	Shikoku dog dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Labrador Retriever dogs are very easy to train. See more.	A slightly harder to train than average. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Shikoku dog or Labrador Retriever or Shiba Inu?	Shikoku dog dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Labrador Retriever dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Shiba Inu dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Shikoku dog or Labrador Retriever or Shiba Inu? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Shikoku dog dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Labrador Retriever dogs are average defenders. See more.	Shiba Inu dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Shikoku dog vs Labrador Retriever vs Shiba Inu Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Shikoku dog or Labrador Retriever or Shiba Inu? Shikoku dog vs Labrador Retriever vs Shiba Inu behavior/temperament comparison:	Agile Energetic Intelligent Loyal Brave Cautious	Playful Loving Energetic Alert Intelligent Friendly Responsive Affectionate Loyal Gentle Going Social Cheerful	Alert Confident Going Fearless Keen Faithful Charming
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.	Shiba Inu 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: Shikoku dog vs Labrador Retriever vs Shiba Inu?	High: Shikoku 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.	Average to High: Shiba Inu dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Shikoku dog vs Labrador Retriever vs Shiba Inu social needs comparison:	Shikoku dog dogs are a social breed. See more.	Labrador Retriever dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Shiba Inu dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Shikoku dog dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Labrador Retriever dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Shiba Inu is strong enough to escape from home. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Shikoku 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.	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.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Shikoku dog vs Labrador Retriever vs Shiba Inu Activity and Playfulness Comparison

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

Shikoku dog vs Labrador Retriever vs Shiba Inu Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Average: Shikoku dog 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.	Shiba Inu dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Shikoku dog or Labrador Retriever or Shiba Inu?	Shikoku dog 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.	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.

Shikoku dog vs Labrador Retriever vs Shiba Inu Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Shikoku dog vs Labrador Retriever vs Shiba Inu Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Shikoku dog vs Labrador Retriever vs Shiba Inu health comparison. Which is the healthier: Shikoku dog vs Labrador Retriever vs Shiba Inu?	Shikoku dogs tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	The Labrador Retriever is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Shiba Inu is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Shikoku dog vs Labrador Retriever vs Shiba Inu? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Shikoku dog vs Labrador Retriever vs Shiba Inu health problems comparison:	No data available	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Epilepsy Ear Infections Elbow Dysplasia Osteochondrosis Dissecans Tricuspid Valve Dysplasia Acute Moist Dermatitis Cold Tail Myopathy	Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Allergies Cancer Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Glaucoma Spinning Chylothorax
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Frequent The Shikoku dog should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Average The Labrador Retriever should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Shiba Inu should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Shikoku dog vs Labrador Retriever vs Shiba Inu lifespan comparison. How long do Shikoku dog, Labrador Retriever and Shiba Inu breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	10-12 years The average lifespan of Shikoku dog: 11 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Labrador Retriever: 11 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Shiba Inu: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Shikoku dog vs Labrador Retriever vs Shiba Inu?	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.	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.

Shikoku dog vs Labrador Retriever vs Shiba Inu Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Shikoku dog or Labrador Retriever or Shiba Inu? Shikoku dog vs Labrador Retriever vs Shiba Inu energy level comparison:	Shikoku dog dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.	Labrador Retriever dogs are high-energy dogs.	Shiba Inu dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Shikoku dog vs Labrador Retriever vs Shiba Inu exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Shikoku dog or Labrador Retriever or Shiba Inu? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Shikoku dog dogs have an average exercise need.	Labrador Retriever dogs need a lot of exercises.	Shiba Inu dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Shikoku dog or Labrador Retriever or Shiba Inu?	Shikoku dog dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	Labrador Retriever dogs don't need too much sleep.	Shiba Inu dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Shikoku dog vs Labrador Retriever vs Shiba Inu Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Shikoku dog or Labrador Retriever or Shiba Inu?	1.5 to 2.5 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.	Recommended daily amount: 1/2 to 1.5 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? Shikoku dog vs Labrador Retriever vs Shiba Inu weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Shikoku dog has an average risk for obesity. See more.	High: The Labrador Retriever breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	Low to Average: The Shiba Inu has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Shikoku dog vs Labrador Retriever vs Shiba Inu Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Shikoku dog vs Labrador Retriever vs Shiba Inu coat comparison:	Soft	Dense Waterproof Hard Short	Dense
Colors What are the original Shikoku dog, Labrador Retriever and Shiba Inu color?	Black Cream Black & Tan	Black Yellow Chocolate	Black Tan Red Cream Sesame
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Shikoku dog or Labrador Retriever or Shiba Inu? Shikoku dog vs Labrador Retriever vs Shiba Inu grooming comparison:	Easy to groom: The Shikoku dog doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Labrador Retriever requires minimal grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The Shiba Inu doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Shikoku dog or Labrador Retriever or Shiba Inu? Shikoku dog or Labrador Retriever or {name3 shedding:	Shikoku dog dogs shed moderately. See more.	Labrador Retriever dogs shed moderately. See more.	Shiba Inu 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: Shikoku dog or Labrador Retriever or Shiba Inu?	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.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.
Hypoallergenic Shikoku dog vs Labrador Retriever vs Shiba Inu 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, Shikoku dog vs Labrador Retriever vs Shiba Inu?	Medium ⏺ The Shikoku dog has an average chance of bad smell.	High 🔼 The Labrador Retriever has a high chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Shiba Inu has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Shikoku 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.	The Labrador Retriever is an average drooler. See more.	The Shiba Inu is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Shikoku dog vs Labrador Retriever vs Shiba Inu Good With Comparison

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

Shikoku dog vs Labrador Retriever vs Shiba Inu 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.	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: Shikoku dog or Labrador Retriever or Shiba Inu? Which is better for autism?	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.
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: Shikoku dog vs Labrador Retriever vs Shiba Inu?	Not really Shikoku dog 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 Shiba Inu 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.	Not really 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.

Shikoku dog vs Labrador Retriever vs Shiba Inu 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 Shikoku dog and Labrador Retriever and Shiba Inu have?	4-6 puppies	5-10 puppies	2-4 puppies
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Shikoku dog vs Labrador Retriever vs Shiba Inu Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1917 as a Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1992 as a Non-Sporting breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Retrievers section.	Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Asian Spitz and related breeds section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	No data available	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 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

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