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Name	Welsh Terrier	Lakeland Terrier	Labradoodle
Origins	Wales	England	Australia
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Hunting Dogs	Designer Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Welshie	Cumberland Terrier Fell Terrier Westmoreland Terrier Patterdale Terrier	No data available
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Welsh Terrier vs Lakeland Terrier vs Labradoodle breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Cross Breed

Welsh Terrier vs Lakeland Terrier vs Labradoodle Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Welsh Terrier or Lakeland Terrier or Labradoodle? Which is more expensive?	$800-$1200	$1200-$1800	$1000-$2000
Availability Which is easier to get, Welsh Terrier or Lakeland Terrier or Labradoodle?	Frequent: The Welsh Terrier is easier than average to get.	Frequent: The Lakeland Terrier is easier than average to get.	Frequent: The Labradoodle is easier than average to get.

Welsh Terrier vs Lakeland Terrier vs Labradoodle Size Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Welsh Terrier or Lakeland Terrier or Labradoodle?	Small	Small	Large
Weight Which is heavier, Welsh Terrier or Lakeland Terrier or Lakeland Terrier? Welsh Terrier vs Lakeland Terrier vs Labradoodle weight comparison:	Male: 18-23 pounds (8-10 kg), Female: 18-23 pounds (8-10 kg)	Male: 17 pounds (7.7 kg), Female: 15 pounds (6.8 kg)	50-64 pounds (22-34 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 20.5 pounds (9 kg), Female: 20.5 pounds (9 kg)	Male: 17 pounds (7.7 kg), Female: 15 pounds (6.8 kg)	57.5 pounds (26 kg)
Height Which is taller, Welsh Terrier or Lakeland Terrier or Labradoodle? Welsh Terrier vs Lakeland Terrier vs Labradoodle height comparison:	Male: 14-16 inches (36-41 cm), Female: 13-15 inches (33-38 cm)	14½ inches (36.8 cm)	Male: 22 - 24 inches (50 – 60 cm), Female: 20 - 22 inches (50 - 55 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 15 inches (38.5 cm), Female: 14 inches (35.5 cm)	14.5 inches (36.8 cm)	Male: 23 inches (58 cm), Female: 21 inches (53.5 cm)

Welsh Terrier vs Lakeland Terrier vs Labradoodle Grooming, Hair and Care Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Welsh Terrier vs Lakeland Terrier vs Labradoodle coat comparison:	Wiry Soft Waterproof	Wiry	Fine Variety of coat types
Colors What are the original Welsh Terrier, Lakeland Terrier and Labradoodle color?	Tan Grizzle Black	Blue Grizzle Tan Red Wheaten Liver Black	Gold Apricot Caramel Chalky white Black Café Cream Silver Chocolate Parchment Blue They can also have parti-colored coats, which consist of brindles, phantom, patched, or sable colors.
Grooming Which is easy to maintain, Welsh Terrier or Lakeland Terrier or Labradoodle? Welsh Terrier vs Lakeland Terrier vs Labradoodle grooming comparison:	Advanced: The Welsh Terrier requires a lot of grooming. See more.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Average: The Labradoodle requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Welsh Terrier or Lakeland Terrier or Labradoodle? Welsh Terrier or Lakeland Terrier or {name3 shedding:	Welsh Terriers shed none to minimal. See more.	Lakeland Terriers shed moderately. See more.	Labradoodles shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Welsh Terrier or Lakeland Terrier or Labradoodle?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	8-12 weeks Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. 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.

Welsh Terrier vs Lakeland Terrier vs Labradoodle Personality / Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Welsh Terrier or Lakeland Terrier or Labradoodle? Welsh Terrier vs Lakeland Terrier vs Labradoodle behavior/temperament comparison:	Alert Intelligent Independent Friendly Spirited Loving	Independent Confident Intelligent Bold Friendly Trainable	Affectionate Intelligent Alert
Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Welsh Terrier vs Lakeland Terrier vs Labradoodle intelligence:	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Smart: Labradoodle's has great intelligence. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Welsh Terrier vs Lakeland Terrier vs Labradoodle trainability comparison.	Welsh Terriers are easy to train. See more.	Lakeland Terriers are quite easy to train. See more.	Labradoodles are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Playfulness Welsh Terrier vs Lakeland Terrier vs Labradoodle playfulness comparison:	The Welsh Terrier is a playful breed. See more.	The Lakeland Terrier is a playful breed. See more.	The Labradoodle is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Welsh Terriers have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	Lakeland Terriers 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.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Welsh Terrier vs Lakeland Terrier vs Labradoodle?	Average to High: Welsh Terriers are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	Average to High: Lakeland Terriers are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	High: Labradoodles are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Welsh Terrier vs Lakeland Terrier vs Labradoodle social needs comparison:	Welsh Terriers need for social interaction is average. See more.	Lakeland Terriers are a social breed. See more.	Labradoodles need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Barking Which dog barks more/less: Welsh Terrier vs Lakeland Terrier vs Labradoodle?	A lot: Welsh Terrier is a particularly loud breed. See more.	Average: The Lakeland Terrier barks occasionally. See more.	Average: The Labradoodle barks occasionally. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Welsh Terrier or Lakeland Terrier or Labradoodle?	Welsh Terriers are average watchdogs. See more.	Lakeland Terriers are average watchdogs. See more.	Labradoodles are good watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Welsh Terriers are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Lakeland Terriers are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Labradoodles are average defenders. See more.
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Biting Potential Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	Low 🔽 The Welsh Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Lakeland Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Labradoodle has a low chance of biting somebody.
Bite Force Which bite is stronger: Welsh Terrier or Lakeland Terrier or Labradoodle?	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Welsh Terrier bite force: Weak.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Lakeland Terrier bite force: Weak.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Labradoodle bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Welsh Terrier vs Lakeland Terrier vs Labradoodle mouthiness comparison:	Welsh Terriers have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Lakeland Terriers have a low tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Labradoodles have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	The wanderlust potential of the Welsh Terrier is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Lakeland Terriers have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Labradoodles have average wanderlust potential. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Welsh Terriers have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Lakeland Terriers have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Labradoodles have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Welsh Terrier or Lakeland Terrier or Labradoodle?	Apartment-friendly dog the Welsh Terrier breed.	Apartment-friendly dog the Lakeland Terrier breed.	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 Labradoodle indoors.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List
Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Welsh Terriers adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Average: Lakeland Terriers adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Labradoodles adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Welsh Terrier or Lakeland Terrier or Labradoodle?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Lakeland Terriers 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.	Labradoodles tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Welsh Terrier vs Lakeland Terrier vs Labradoodle Good With Comparison

Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Welsh Terrier or Lakeland Terrier or Labradoodle? Which dog is more friendly?	Welsh Terriers are average friendly towards strangers.	Lakeland Terriers are stranger-friendly dogs.	Labradoodles are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Welsh Terriers do best when they’re the only pet at the family.	Lakeland Terriers do best when they’re the only pet at the family.	Labradoodles are usually friendly towards other pets.
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Welsh Terrier or Lakeland Terrier or Labradoodle?	Welsh Terriers are kid-friendly dogs.	Lakeland Terriers are kid-friendly dogs.	Labradoodles are very kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Welsh Terrier or Lakeland Terrier or Labradoodle?	Welsh Terriers are not cat-friendly dogs.	Lakeland Terriers are not cat-friendly dogs.	Labradoodles are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Welsh Terrier or Lakeland Terrier or Labradoodle?	Welsh Terriers are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Lakeland Terriers are not dog-friendly.	Labradoodles are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Welsh Terrier vs Lakeland Terrier vs Labradoodle?	Yes Welsh Terriers are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Lakeland Terriers are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Labradoodles are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Welsh Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Lakeland Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Labradoodle is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Welsh Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.	Lakeland Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.	Labradoodles are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Welsh Terrier vs Lakeland Terrier vs Labradoodle Health Comparison

Health Issues Welsh Terrier vs Lakeland Terrier vs Labradoodle health comparison. Which is the healthier: Welsh Terrier vs Lakeland Terrier vs Labradoodle?	Welsh Terriers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	Lakeland Terriers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	Labradoodles are commonly healthy dogs.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Welsh Terrier vs Lakeland Terrier vs Labradoodle? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Welsh Terrier vs Lakeland Terrier vs Labradoodle health problems comparison:	Skin Irritation	No data available	Ear Infections Hip Dysplasia Elbow Dysplasia Epilepsy Allergies Canine Diabetes Mellitus Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Hypothyroidism
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Frequent The Welsh Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Frequent The Lakeland Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Rare The Labradoodle should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Welsh Terrier vs Lakeland Terrier vs Labradoodle lifespan comparison. How long do Welsh Terrier, Lakeland Terrier and Labradoodle breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	10-14 years The average lifespan of Welsh Terrier: 12 years	12-16 years The average lifespan of Lakeland Terrier: 14 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Labradoodle: 13 years
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Hypoallergenic Welsh Terrier vs Lakeland Terrier vs Labradoodle hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	Yes See more.	Yes See more.	Yes See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Energy Level Who has more energy a Welsh Terrier or Lakeland Terrier or Labradoodle? Welsh Terrier vs Lakeland Terrier vs Labradoodle energy level comparison:	Welsh Terriers are high-energy dogs.	Lakeland Terriers are high-energy dogs.	Labradoodles are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Welsh Terrier vs Lakeland Terrier vs Labradoodle exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Welsh Terrier or Lakeland Terrier or Labradoodle? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Welsh Terriers need quite a lot of exercise.	Lakeland Terriers need quite a lot of exercise.	Labradoodles need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Welsh Terrier or Lakeland Terrier or Labradoodle?	Welsh Terriers don't need too much sleep.	Lakeland Terriers don't need too much sleep.	Labradoodles are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot
Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Welsh Terrier or Lakeland Terrier or Labradoodle?	0.5 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1/2 to 1 cup dry food a day.	4 to 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? Welsh Terrier vs Lakeland Terrier vs Labradoodle weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Welsh Terrier has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Lakeland Terrier has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Labradoodle's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity
Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Welsh Terrier vs Lakeland Terrier vs Labradoodle?	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Lakeland Terrier can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. 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.
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells least? Which dog smells most? Which is best, Welsh Terrier vs Lakeland Terrier vs Labradoodle?	Medium ⏺ The Welsh Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Lakeland Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Labradoodle has a low chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Welsh Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Lakeland Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Labradoodle is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.

Welsh Terrier vs Lakeland Terrier vs Labradoodle 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: Welsh Terrier or Lakeland Terrier or Labradoodle? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.
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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.	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: Welsh Terrier vs Lakeland Terrier vs Labradoodle?	Not really Welsh Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Lakeland Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Yes Labradoodle breed usually likes 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.

Welsh Terrier vs Lakeland Terrier vs Labradoodle 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 Welsh Terrier and Lakeland Terrier and Labradoodle have?	4-6 puppies	3-5 puppies	4-10 puppies
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Welsh Terrier vs Lakeland Terrier vs Labradoodle Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1888 as a Terrier breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1934 as a Terrier breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Large and medium sized Terriers section.	Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Large and medium sized Terriers section.	Not recognized by FCI.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Continental Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club North American Purebred Registry, Inc. United Kennel Club American Canine Association, 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 New Zealand Kennel Club Club Espanol De Terriers	Australian Labradoodle Association International Australian Labradoodle Association

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