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Silky Terrier vs Glen of Imaal Terrier vs Labrador Retriever Comparison - Dog breed selector: Australian Silky Terrier or Glennie or Lab? Find the right dog for you

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Name Silky Terrier Glen of Imaal Terrier Labrador Retriever
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Australian Silky Terrier
Sydney Silky
Glennie
Irish Glen Of Imaal Terrier
Glen
Lab
Labrador
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Silky Terrier vs Glen of Imaal Terrier vs Labrador Retriever breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Silky Terrier vs Glen of Imaal Terrier vs Labrador Retriever Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Silky Terrier or Glen of Imaal Terrier or Labrador Retriever? Which is the smallest dog, Silky Terrier or Glen of Imaal Terrier or Labrador Retriever?
Small Medium Large
Weight
Which is heavier, Silky Terrier or Glen of Imaal Terrier or Glen of Imaal Terrier? Silky Terrier vs Glen of Imaal Terrier vs Labrador Retriever weight comparison:
8-11 pounds (4-5 kg) 34-36 pounds (15.5-16.5 kg) Male: 60-75 pounds (27-34kg), Female: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
9.5 pounds (4.5 kg) 35 pounds (15.5-16.5 kg) Male: 67.5 pounds (30.5 kg), Female: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Silky Terrier or Glen of Imaal Terrier or Labrador Retriever? Silky Terrier vs Glen of Imaal Terrier vs Labrador Retriever height comparison:
9-10 inches (23-25 cm) 14 inches (35.5-36.5 cm) Male: 22-24 inches (56-61cm), Female: 21-23 inches (53-58 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
9.5 inches (24 cm) 14 inches (35.5-36.5 cm) Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 22 inches (55.5 cm)

Silky Terrier vs Glen of Imaal Terrier vs Labrador Retriever Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Silky Terrier or Glen of Imaal Terrier or Labrador Retriever? Which is more expensive?
$600-$800 $800-$1000 $1000-$2000
Availability
Which is easier to get, Silky Terrier or Glen of Imaal Terrier or Labrador Retriever?
Frequent: The Silky Terrier is easier than average to get.
Frequent: The Glen of Imaal Terrier is easier than average to get.
Very frequent: The Labrador Retriever is quite easy to get.

Silky Terrier vs Glen of Imaal Terrier vs Labrador Retriever Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Silky Terrier vs Glen of Imaal Terrier vs Labrador Retriever intelligence:
Smart: The Silky Terrier dogs have great intelligence.
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Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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Outstanding: Labrador Retriever is one of the brightest dog breeds.
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Trainability
Silky Terrier vs Glen of Imaal Terrier vs Labrador Retriever trainability comparison.
Silky Terrier dogs are easy to train.
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Glen of Imaal Terrier 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: Silky Terrier or Glen of Imaal Terrier or Labrador Retriever?
Silky Terrier dogs are average watchdogs.
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Glen of Imaal Terrier dogs are average watchdogs.
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Labrador Retriever dogs are average watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Silky Terrier or Glen of Imaal Terrier or Labrador Retriever? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Silky Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Glen of Imaal Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Labrador Retriever dogs are average defenders.
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Silky Terrier vs Glen of Imaal Terrier vs Labrador Retriever Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Silky Terrier or Glen of Imaal Terrier or Labrador Retriever? Silky Terrier vs Glen of Imaal Terrier vs Labrador Retriever behavior/temperament comparison:
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Quick
Joyful
Inquisitive
Active
Agile
Courageous
Loyal
Gentle
Spirited
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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Glen of Imaal Terrier dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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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: Silky Terrier vs Glen of Imaal Terrier vs Labrador Retriever?
High: Silky Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Average to High: Glen of Imaal Terrier dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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Slightly Below Average: Labrador Retriever dogs may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence.
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Social Needs
Silky Terrier vs Glen of Imaal Terrier vs Labrador Retriever social needs comparison:
Silky Terrier dogs are a social breed.
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Glen of Imaal Terrier dogs need for social interaction is average.
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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?
Silky Terrier dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Glen of Imaal Terrier 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?
Silky Terrier 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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Glen of Imaal Terrier dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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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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Silky Terrier vs Glen of Imaal Terrier vs Labrador Retriever Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Silky Terrier vs Glen of Imaal Terrier vs Labrador Retriever playfulness comparison:
The Silky Terrier is a playful breed.
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The Glen of Imaal Terrier 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: Silky Terrier vs Glen of Imaal Terrier vs Labrador Retriever?
Average: The Silky Terrier barks occasionally.
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Low: The Glen of Imaal Terrier barks none to minimal.
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Average: The Labrador Retriever barks occasionally.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Silky Terrier or Glen of Imaal Terrier or Labrador Retriever?
Very house-friendly dog the Silky Terrier breed.
Very house-friendly dog the Glen of Imaal Terrier breed.
It is not recommended to keep the Labrador Retriever breed in the home.

Silky Terrier vs Glen of Imaal Terrier vs Labrador Retriever Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
Average: Silky Terrier dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Glen of Imaal Terrier 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: Silky Terrier or Glen of Imaal Terrier or Labrador Retriever?
Silky Terrier 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.
Labrador Retriever dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Silky Terrier vs Glen of Imaal Terrier vs Labrador Retriever Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Silky Terrier or Glen of Imaal Terrier or Labrador Retriever?

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Silky Terrier bite force: Weak.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Glen of Imaal Terrier 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 Silky Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Glen of Imaal Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.

Moderate

The Labrador Retriever has an average chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Silky Terrier vs Glen of Imaal Terrier vs Labrador Retriever mouthiness comparison:
Silky Terrier dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Glen of Imaal Terrier dogs have an 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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Silky Terrier vs Glen of Imaal Terrier vs Labrador Retriever Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Silky Terrier vs Glen of Imaal Terrier vs Labrador Retriever health comparison. Which is the healthier: Silky Terrier vs Glen of Imaal Terrier vs Labrador Retriever?
The Silky Terrier is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The Glen of Imaal Terrier 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: Silky Terrier vs Glen of Imaal Terrier vs Labrador Retriever? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Silky Terrier vs Glen of Imaal Terrier vs Labrador Retriever health problems comparison:
Collapsed Trachea
Legg-perthes Disease
Epilepsy
Diabetes
Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Hypothyroidism
Eye Problems
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Skin Irritation
Thrombopathia
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 Silky Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Average
The Glen of Imaal Terrier 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
Silky Terrier vs Glen of Imaal Terrier vs Labrador Retriever lifespan comparison. How long do Silky Terrier, Glen of Imaal Terrier and Labrador Retriever breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Silky Terrier: 13 years
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Glen of Imaal Terrier: 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: Silky Terrier vs Glen of Imaal Terrier vs Labrador Retriever?
Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
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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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Silky Terrier vs Glen of Imaal Terrier vs Labrador Retriever Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Silky Terrier vs Glen of Imaal Terrier vs Labrador Retriever Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Silky Terrier or Glen of Imaal Terrier or Labrador Retriever?
1/2 to 1 cup dry food a day. 1 to 2 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? Silky Terrier vs Glen of Imaal Terrier vs Labrador Retriever weight gain potential comparison:
Average: The Silky Terrier has an average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Glen of Imaal Terrier has an average risk for obesity.
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High: The Labrador Retriever breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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Silky Terrier vs Glen of Imaal Terrier vs Labrador Retriever Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Silky Terrier vs Glen of Imaal Terrier vs Labrador Retriever coat comparison:
Silky
Straight
Glossy
Dense Dense
Waterproof
Hard
Short
Colors
What are the original Silky Terrier, Glen of Imaal Terrier and Labrador Retriever color?
Black
Gray
Tan
Blue
Cream
Silver
Fawn
Tricolor
Platinum
Black
Blue
Brown
Black
Yellow
Chocolate
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Silky Terrier or Glen of Imaal Terrier or Labrador Retriever? Silky Terrier vs Glen of Imaal Terrier vs Labrador Retriever grooming comparison:
Advanced: The Silky Terrier requires a lot of grooming.
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Easy to groom: The Glen of Imaal Terrier doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Effortless: The Labrador Retriever requires minimal grooming.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Silky Terrier or Glen of Imaal Terrier or Labrador Retriever? Silky Terrier or Glen of Imaal Terrier or {name3 shedding:
Silky Terrier dogs shed none to minimal.
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Glen of Imaal Terrier 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: Silky Terrier or Glen of Imaal Terrier or Labrador Retriever?
2-3 weeks
Frequent. This breed has high-maintenance hair and may require a bath every 2-3 weeks.
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4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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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
Silky Terrier vs Glen of Imaal Terrier 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, Silky Terrier vs Glen of Imaal Terrier vs Labrador Retriever?

Medium

The Silky Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Glen of Imaal Terrier 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 Silky Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Glen of Imaal Terrier 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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Silky Terrier vs Glen of Imaal Terrier vs Labrador Retriever Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Silky Terrier dogs are generally with other pets.
Glen of Imaal Terrier dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Labrador Retriever dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Silky Terrier or Glen of Imaal Terrier or Labrador Retriever? Which dog is more friendly?
Silky Terrier dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Glen of Imaal Terrier dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Labrador Retriever dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Silky Terrier or Glen of Imaal Terrier or Labrador Retriever?
Silky Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Glen of Imaal Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Labrador Retriever dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Silky Terrier or Glen of Imaal Terrier or Labrador Retriever?
Silky Terrier dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Glen of Imaal Terrier dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Labrador Retriever dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Silky Terrier or Glen of Imaal Terrier or Labrador Retriever?
Silky Terrier dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Glen of Imaal Terrier dogs are not the most 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: Silky Terrier vs Glen of Imaal Terrier vs Labrador Retriever?
Yes
Silky Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Glen of Imaal Terrier 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
Silky Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Glen of Imaal Terrier 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?
Silky Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.
Glen of Imaal Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.
Labrador Retrievers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Silky Terrier vs Glen of Imaal Terrier 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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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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Therapy Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: Silky Terrier or Glen of Imaal Terrier or Labrador Retriever? Which is better for autism?

Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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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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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: Silky Terrier vs Glen of Imaal Terrier vs Labrador Retriever?

Not really

Silky Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Glen of Imaal Terrier breed usually doesn't like 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.

Silky Terrier vs Glen of Imaal Terrier 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 Silky Terrier and Glen of Imaal Terrier and Labrador Retriever have?
3-5 puppies 3-5 puppies 5-10 puppies

Silky Terrier vs Glen of Imaal Terrier vs Labrador Retriever Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1959 as a Toy breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2004 as a Terrier 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 Terriers group, in the Toy Terriers section. Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Large and medium sized Terriers 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 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
Club Espanol De Terriers
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

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