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Vizsla vs Podenco Canario vs Labrador Retriever Comparison - Dog breed selector: Hungarian Pointer or Canarian Hound or Lab? Find the right dog for you

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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Vizsla, Podenco Canario, and Labrador Retriever breeds.
Hungarian Pointer
Hungarian Short-Haired Pointer
Magyar Vizsla
Rövidszőrű Magyar Vizsla
Hungarian Vizsla
Canarian Hound
Canarian Warren Hound
Canary Islands Hound
Canary Islands Warren Hound
Lab
Labrador
Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between Vizsla, Podenco Canario, and Labrador Retriever? Compare their breeding categories.
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Vizsla vs Podenco Canario vs Labrador Retriever Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Compare size differences between Vizsla, Podenco Canario, and Labrador Retriever. Which breed is the largest?
Large Large Large
Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between Vizsla, Podenco Canario, and Labrador Retriever? Compare adult weight ranges.
Male: 45-60 pounds (20-27 kg), Female: 40-55 pounds (18-25 kg) Male: 44-55 pounds (20-25 kg), Female: 37-46 pounds (17-21 kg) Male: 60-75 pounds (27-34kg), Female: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 52.5 pounds (23.5 kg), Female: 47.5 pounds (21.5 kg) Male: 50 pounds (22.5 kg), Female: 41.5 pounds (19 kg) Male: 67.5 pounds (30.5 kg), Female: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Vizsla or Podenco Canario or Labrador Retriever? Vizsla vs Podenco Canario vs Labrador Retriever height comparison:
Male: 22-26 inches (56-66 cm), Female: 20-24 inches (51-61 cm) Male: 21-25 inches (53-63,5 cm), Female: 20-24 inches (51-61 cm) Male: 22-24 inches (56-61cm), Female: 21-23 inches (53-58 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 24 inches (61 cm), Female: 22 inches (56 cm) Male: 23 inches (58 cm), Female: 21 inches (53.5 cm) Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 22 inches (55.5 cm)

Vizsla vs Podenco Canario vs Labrador Retriever Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range
Compare puppy costs for Vizsla, Podenco Canario, and Labrador Retriever. Find price differences between these breeds.
$800-$1200 $1000-$1200 $1000-$2000
Availability
Which is easier to get, Vizsla or Podenco Canario or Labrador Retriever?
Very frequent: The Vizsla is quite easy to get.
Average: The Podenco Canario is a commonly available dog breed.
Very frequent: The Labrador Retriever is quite easy to get.

Vizsla vs Podenco Canario vs Labrador Retriever Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between Vizsla, Podenco Canario, and Labrador Retriever. Which breed ranks highest?
Very smart: Vizsla is an excellent dog breed.
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Smart: The Podenco Canario dogs have great intelligence.
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Outstanding: Labrador Retriever is one of the brightest dog breeds.
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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between Vizsla, Podenco Canario, and Labrador Retriever. Which is easiest to train?
Vizsla dogs are easy to train.
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Podenco Canario dogs are quite easy to train.
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Labrador Retriever dogs are very easy to train.
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Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of Vizsla, Podenco Canario, and Labrador Retriever. Which breed is most alert?
Vizsla dogs are average watchdogs.
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Podenco Canario dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Labrador Retriever dogs are average watchdogs.
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Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between Vizsla, Podenco Canario, and Labrador Retriever. Which breed is most protective?
Vizsla dogs are average defenders.
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Podenco Canario dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Labrador Retriever dogs are average defenders.
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Vizsla vs Podenco Canario vs Labrador Retriever Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between Vizsla, Podenco Canario, and Labrador Retriever? Compare temperaments.
Playful
Energetic
Protective
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Trainable
Companionable
Cheerful
Quiet
Easygoing
Willing
Evenly Tempered
Active
Intelligent
Friendly
Calm
Fast
Playful
Loving
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Affectionate
Loyal
Gentle
Going
Social
Cheerful
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
Sensitive: Vizsla dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Podenco Canario 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: Vizsla vs Podenco Canario vs Labrador Retriever?
High: Vizsla dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Average: Podenco Canario dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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Slightly Below Average: Labrador Retriever dogs may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence.
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Social Needs
Vizsla vs Podenco Canario vs Labrador Retriever social needs comparison:
Vizsla dogs are a social breed.
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Podenco Canario 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?
Vizsla dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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The wanderlust potential of the Podenco Canario is strong enough to escape from home.
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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?
Vizsla dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals.
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Podenco Canario 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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Vizsla vs Podenco Canario vs Labrador Retriever Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of Vizsla, Podenco Canario, and Labrador Retriever. Which breed is most vocal?
Average: The Vizsla barks occasionally.
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Low to Average: The Podenco Canario rarely barks.
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Average: The Labrador Retriever barks occasionally.
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between Vizsla, Podenco Canario, and Labrador Retriever. Which breed is most playful?
The Vizsla is a highly playful breed.
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The Podenco Canario is a highly playful breed.
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The Labrador Retriever is a highly playful breed.
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Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of Vizsla, Podenco Canario, and Labrador Retriever. Which adapts best to small spaces?
It is not recommended to keep the Vizsla breed in the home.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Podenco Canario breed.
It is not recommended to keep the Labrador Retriever breed in the home.

Vizsla vs Podenco Canario vs Labrador Retriever Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between Vizsla, Podenco Canario, and Labrador Retriever. Which breed is most flexible?
Vizsla dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Average: Podenco Canario 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.
Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: Vizsla or Podenco Canario or Labrador Retriever?
Vizsla 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.

Vizsla vs Podenco Canario vs Labrador Retriever Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between Vizsla, Podenco Canario, and Labrador Retriever. Which has lowest bite risk?

Low 🔽

The Vizsla has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Podenco Canario has a low chance of biting somebody.

Moderate

The Labrador Retriever has an average chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between Vizsla, Podenco Canario, and Labrador Retriever. Which uses mouth most during play?
Vizsla dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Podenco Canario 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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Bite Strength Rating
Compare bite forces between Vizsla, Podenco Canario, and Labrador Retriever. Which has the strongest bite?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Vizsla bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Podenco Canario bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Labrador Retriever bite force: Ordinary.

Vizsla vs Podenco Canario vs Labrador Retriever Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of Vizsla, Podenco Canario, and Labrador Retriever. Which breed lives longest?
10-14 years
The average lifespan of Vizsla: 12 years
11-13 years
The average lifespan of Podenco Canario: 12 years
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Labrador Retriever: 11 years
Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between Vizsla, Podenco Canario, and Labrador Retriever. Which handles climate changes best?
Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
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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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Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in Vizsla, Podenco Canario, and Labrador Retriever. Which has fewer health issues?
The Vizsla is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Podenco Canarios are commonly healthy dogs.
The Labrador Retriever is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Vet Care Frequency
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Average
The Vizsla should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Rare
The Podenco Canario should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Average
The Labrador Retriever should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Vizsla vs Podenco Canario vs Labrador Retriever? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Vizsla vs Podenco Canario vs Labrador Retriever health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Cancer
Epilepsy
Sebaceous Adenitis
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

Vizsla vs Podenco Canario vs Labrador Retriever Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating
Compare energy levels between Vizsla, Podenco Canario, and Labrador Retriever. Which breed is most active?
Vizsla dogs are high-energy dogs.
Podenco Canario dogs are high-energy dogs.
Labrador Retriever dogs are high-energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Vizsla vs Podenco Canario vs Labrador Retriever exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Vizsla or Podenco Canario or Labrador Retriever? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Vizsla dogs need a lot of exercises.
Podenco Canario dogs need a lot of exercises.
Labrador Retriever dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Vizsla or Podenco Canario or Labrador Retriever?
Vizsla dogs don't need too much sleep.
Podenco Canario dogs don't need too much sleep.
Labrador Retriever dogs don't need too much sleep.

Vizsla vs Podenco Canario vs Labrador Retriever Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between Vizsla, Podenco Canario, and Labrador Retriever. Which is most prone to obesity?
Low to Average: The Vizsla has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Podenco Canario 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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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between Vizsla, Podenco Canario, and Labrador Retriever. Which needs most food?
2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 2 to 2.5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, divided into two meals. Recommended daily amount: 2.5 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.

Vizsla vs Podenco Canario vs Labrador Retriever Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Vizsla, Podenco Canario, and Labrador Retriever. Which is best for allergy sufferers?
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between Vizsla, Podenco Canario, and Labrador Retriever. What colors are available?
Golden
Rust
Russet Gold
Dark Sandy Gold
White
Brown
Yellow
Chocolate
Black
Yellow
Chocolate
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between Vizsla, Podenco Canario, and Labrador Retriever. Which requires most maintenance?
Effortless: The Vizsla requires minimal grooming.
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Average: The Podenco Canario requires average grooming effort.
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Effortless: The Labrador Retriever requires minimal grooming.
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Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between Vizsla, Podenco Canario, and Labrador Retriever. Which drools least?
The Vizsla is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Podenco Canario is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency.
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The Labrador Retriever is an average drooler.
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Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between Vizsla, Podenco Canario, and Labrador Retriever. Which has least natural smell?

Medium

The Vizsla has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Podenco Canario has an average chance of bad smell.

High 🔼

The Labrador Retriever has a high chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between Vizsla, Podenco Canario, and Labrador Retriever. How do their fur characteristics differ?
Fine
Dense
Hard
Coarse
Short
No Undercoat
Dense
Shiny
Dense
Waterproof
Hard
Short
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between Vizsla, Podenco Canario, and Labrador Retriever. Which requires most frequent baths?
6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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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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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Vizsla or Podenco Canario or Labrador Retriever? Vizsla or Podenco Canario or {name3 shedding:
Vizsla dogs shed moderately.
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Podenco Canario dogs shed moderately.
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Labrador Retriever dogs shed moderately.
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Vizsla vs Podenco Canario vs Labrador Retriever Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility
Compare child-friendliness between Vizsla, Podenco Canario, and Labrador Retriever. Which is best with kids?
Vizsla dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Podenco Canario dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Labrador Retriever dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Pet Compatibility
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Vizsla dogs are generally with other pets.
Podenco Canario dogs are generally with other pets.
Labrador Retriever dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Vizsla or Podenco Canario or Labrador Retriever? Which dog is more friendly?
Vizsla dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Podenco Canario dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Labrador Retriever dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Vizsla or Podenco Canario or Labrador Retriever?
Vizsla dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Podenco Canario dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Labrador Retriever dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Vizsla or Podenco Canario or Labrador Retriever?
Vizsla dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Podenco Canario dogs are very 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: Vizsla vs Podenco Canario vs Labrador Retriever?
Yes
Vizsla dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Podenco Canario 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
Vizsla is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Podenco Canario 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?
Vizslas are usually recommended for elderly people.
Podenco Canarios are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Labrador Retrievers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Vizsla vs Podenco Canario vs Labrador Retriever As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between Vizsla, Podenco Canario, and Labrador Retriever. Which is best suited for service work?

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 Work Suitability
Compare therapy dog potential between Vizsla, Podenco Canario, and Labrador Retriever. Which excels in therapy work?

Yes

This breed makes a perfect 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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Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between Vizsla, Podenco Canario, and Labrador Retriever. Which has best nose work ability?

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 & Rescue Potential
Compare search and rescue potential between Vizsla, Podenco Canario, and Labrador Retriever. Which is best for SAR work?

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.
Maritime Work Ability
Compare boating aptitude between Vizsla, Podenco Canario, and Labrador Retriever. Which is best suited for water work?

Yes

Vizsla breed usually likes being on a boat.
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Not really

Podenco Canario 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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Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between Vizsla, Podenco Canario, and Labrador Retriever. Which is best for draft work?

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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Military Service Background
Compare military service history of Vizsla, Podenco Canario, and Labrador Retriever. Which has most military use?

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.

Vizsla vs Podenco Canario vs Labrador Retriever Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of Vizsla, Podenco Canario, and Labrador Retriever. Which has most puppies?
6-8 puppies 6-12 puppies 5-10 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of Vizsla, Podenco Canario, and Labrador Retriever. Any breeding differences?
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Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between Vizsla, Podenco Canario, and Labrador Retriever. What's recommended?

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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Vizsla vs Podenco Canario vs Labrador Retriever Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for Vizsla, Podenco Canario, and Labrador Retriever. How are they classified?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1960 as a Sporting breed. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1917 as a Sporting breed.
FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for Vizsla, Podenco Canario, and Labrador Retriever. How are they classified internationally?
Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the Continental Pointing Dogs section. Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Primitive type - Hunting Dogs section. Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Retrievers section.
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of Vizsla, Podenco Canario, and Labrador Retriever. Which has most recognition?
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
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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