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Labrador Retriever vs Chihuahua vs Japanese Chin Comparison - Dog breed selector: Lab or Csivava or Japanese Spaniel? Find the right dog for you

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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Labrador Retriever, Chihuahua, and Japanese Chin breeds.
Lab
Labrador
Csivava
Chihuahueño
Japanese Spaniel
Chin
Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between Labrador Retriever, Chihuahua, and Japanese Chin? Compare their breeding categories.
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Labrador Retriever vs Chihuahua vs Japanese Chin Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Compare size differences between Labrador Retriever, Chihuahua, and Japanese Chin. Which breed is the largest?
Large Small Small
Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between Labrador Retriever, Chihuahua, and Japanese Chin? Compare adult weight ranges.
Male: 60-75 pounds (27-34kg), Female: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg) 2-6 pounds (1-3 kg) 4-15 pounds (2-7 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 67.5 pounds (30.5 kg), Female: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg) 4 pounds (2 kg) 9.5 pounds (4.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Labrador Retriever or Chihuahua or Japanese Chin? Labrador Retriever vs Chihuahua vs Japanese Chin height comparison:
Male: 22-24 inches (56-61cm), Female: 21-23 inches (53-58 cm) 6-9 inches (15-23 cm) 7-11 inches (18-28 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 22 inches (55.5 cm) 7.5 inches (19 cm) 9 inches (23 cm)

Labrador Retriever vs Chihuahua vs Japanese Chin Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range
Compare puppy costs for Labrador Retriever, Chihuahua, and Japanese Chin. Find price differences between these breeds.
$1000-$2000 $600-$800 $300-$500
Availability
Which is easier to get, Labrador Retriever or Chihuahua or Japanese Chin?
Very frequent: The Labrador Retriever is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Chihuahua is quite easy to get.
Frequent: The Japanese Chin is easier than average to get.

Labrador Retriever vs Chihuahua vs Japanese Chin Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between Labrador Retriever, Chihuahua, and Japanese Chin. Which breed ranks highest?
Outstanding: Labrador Retriever is one of the brightest dog breeds.
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Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between Labrador Retriever, Chihuahua, and Japanese Chin. Which is easiest to train?
Labrador Retriever dogs are very easy to train.
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Chihuahua dogs are quite easy to train.
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Japanese Chin dogs are quite easy to train.
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Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of Labrador Retriever, Chihuahua, and Japanese Chin. Which breed is most alert?
Labrador Retriever dogs are average watchdogs.
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Chihuahua dogs are average watchdogs.
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Japanese Chin dogs are average watchdogs.
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Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between Labrador Retriever, Chihuahua, and Japanese Chin. Which breed is most protective?
Labrador Retriever dogs are average defenders.
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Chihuahua dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Japanese Chin dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Labrador Retriever vs Chihuahua vs Japanese Chin Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between Labrador Retriever, Chihuahua, and Japanese Chin? Compare temperaments.
Playful
Loving
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Affectionate
Loyal
Gentle
Going
Social
Cheerful
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Quick
Devoted
Lively
Playful
Loving
Independent
Alert
Intelligent
Loyal
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
Sensitive: Labrador Retriever dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Sensitive: Chihuahua dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Japanese Chin dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Labrador Retriever vs Chihuahua vs Japanese Chin?
Slightly Below Average: Labrador Retriever dogs may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence.
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High: Chihuahua dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Japanese Chin dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Labrador Retriever vs Chihuahua vs Japanese Chin social needs comparison:
Labrador Retriever dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Chihuahua dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Japanese Chin dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Labrador Retriever dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Chihuahua dogs tend to escape less than other breeds.
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Japanese Chin dogs are not the biggest explorers.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
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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Chihuahua 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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Japanese Chin 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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Labrador Retriever vs Chihuahua vs Japanese Chin Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of Labrador Retriever, Chihuahua, and Japanese Chin. Which breed is most vocal?
Average: The Labrador Retriever barks occasionally.
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A lot: Chihuahua is a particularly loud breed.
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Low: The Japanese Chin barks none to minimal.
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between Labrador Retriever, Chihuahua, and Japanese Chin. Which breed is most playful?
The Labrador Retriever is a highly playful breed.
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Average: Chihuahuas, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Average: Japanese Chins, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of Labrador Retriever, Chihuahua, and Japanese Chin. Which adapts best to small spaces?
It is not recommended to keep the Labrador Retriever breed in the home.
Very house-friendly dog the Chihuahua breed.
Very house-friendly dog the Japanese Chin breed.

Labrador Retriever vs Chihuahua vs Japanese Chin Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between Labrador Retriever, Chihuahua, and Japanese Chin. Which breed is most flexible?
Labrador Retriever dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Chihuahua dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Japanese Chin dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: Labrador Retriever or Chihuahua or Japanese Chin?
Labrador Retriever dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
Chihuahua dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
Japanese Chin dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Labrador Retriever vs Chihuahua vs Japanese Chin Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between Labrador Retriever, Chihuahua, and Japanese Chin. Which has lowest bite risk?

Moderate

The Labrador Retriever has an average chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Chihuahua has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

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

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Labrador Retriever bite force: Ordinary.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Chihuahua bite force: Weak.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Japanese Chin bite force: Weak.

Labrador Retriever vs Chihuahua vs Japanese Chin Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of Labrador Retriever, Chihuahua, and Japanese Chin. Which breed lives longest?
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Labrador Retriever: 11 years
14-18 years
The average lifespan of Chihuahua: 16 years
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Japanese Chin: 11 years
Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between Labrador Retriever, Chihuahua, and Japanese Chin. Which handles climate changes best?
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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Prefers warm weather
Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates.
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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 Labrador Retriever, Chihuahua, and Japanese Chin. Which has fewer health issues?
The Labrador Retriever is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Chihuahuas are commonly healthy dogs.
The Japanese Chin 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 Labrador Retriever should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Rare
The Chihuahua should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Average
The Japanese Chin should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Labrador Retriever vs Chihuahua vs Japanese Chin? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Labrador Retriever vs Chihuahua vs Japanese Chin health problems comparison:
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Bloat
Epilepsy
Ear Infections
Elbow Dysplasia
Osteochondrosis Dissecans
Tricuspid Valve Dysplasia
Acute Moist Dermatitis
Cold Tail
Myopathy
Collapsed Trachea
Heart Murmurs
Open Fontanel
Patellar Luxation
Pulmonic Stenosis
Hydrocephalus
Hypoglycemia
Shivering
Cataracts
Heart Murmurs
Patellar Luxation
Hypothyroidism
Eye Problems
Epilepsy
Entropion
Heart Disease

Labrador Retriever vs Chihuahua vs Japanese Chin Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating
Compare energy levels between Labrador Retriever, Chihuahua, and Japanese Chin. Which breed is most active?
Labrador Retriever dogs are high-energy dogs.
Chihuahua dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Japanese Chin dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Labrador Retriever vs Chihuahua vs Japanese Chin exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Labrador Retriever or Chihuahua or Japanese Chin? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Labrador Retriever dogs need a lot of exercises.
Chihuahua dogs exercise need is very minimal.
Japanese Chin dogs exercise need is very minimal.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Labrador Retriever or Chihuahua or Japanese Chin?
Labrador Retriever dogs don't need too much sleep.
Chihuahua dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
Japanese Chin dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.

Labrador Retriever vs Chihuahua vs Japanese Chin Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between Labrador Retriever, Chihuahua, and Japanese Chin. Which is most prone to obesity?
High: The Labrador Retriever breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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Average: The Chihuahua has an average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Japanese Chin has an average risk for obesity.
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between Labrador Retriever, Chihuahua, and Japanese Chin. Which needs most food?
Recommended daily amount: 2.5 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. Recommended daily amount: 1/4 to 1/2 cups of high-quality dry food a day. 1/4 to 1/2 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.

Labrador Retriever vs Chihuahua vs Japanese Chin Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Labrador Retriever, Chihuahua, and Japanese Chin. Which is best for allergy sufferers?
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between Labrador Retriever, Chihuahua, and Japanese Chin. What colors are available?
Black
Yellow
Chocolate
Black
Tan
Red
Cream
Fawn
Chocolate
Black
White
Sable
Lemon
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between Labrador Retriever, Chihuahua, and Japanese Chin. Which requires most maintenance?
Effortless: The Labrador Retriever requires minimal grooming.
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Effortless: The Chihuahua requires minimal grooming.
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Average: The Japanese Chin requires average grooming effort.
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Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between Labrador Retriever, Chihuahua, and Japanese Chin. Which drools least?
The Labrador Retriever is an average drooler.
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The Chihuahua is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Japanese Chin is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between Labrador Retriever, Chihuahua, and Japanese Chin. Which has least natural smell?

High 🔼

The Labrador Retriever has a high chance of bad smell.

High 🔼

The Chihuahua has a high chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Japanese Chin has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between Labrador Retriever, Chihuahua, and Japanese Chin. How do their fur characteristics differ?
Dense
Waterproof
Hard
Short
Fine Feathered
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between Labrador Retriever, Chihuahua, and Japanese Chin. Which requires most frequent baths?
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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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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6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Labrador Retriever or Chihuahua or Japanese Chin? Labrador Retriever or Chihuahua or {name3 shedding:
Labrador Retriever dogs shed moderately.
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Chihuahua dogs shed none to minimal.
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Japanese Chin dogs shed moderately.
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Labrador Retriever vs Chihuahua vs Japanese Chin Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility
Compare child-friendliness between Labrador Retriever, Chihuahua, and Japanese Chin. Which is best with kids?
Labrador Retriever dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Chihuahua dogs are not kid-friendly dogs.
Japanese Chin dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.
Pet Compatibility
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Labrador Retriever dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Chihuahua dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Japanese Chin dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Labrador Retriever or Chihuahua or Japanese Chin? Which dog is more friendly?
Labrador Retriever dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Chihuahua dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Japanese Chin dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Labrador Retriever or Chihuahua or Japanese Chin?
Labrador Retriever dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Chihuahua dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Japanese Chin dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Labrador Retriever or Chihuahua or Japanese Chin?
Labrador Retriever dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Chihuahua dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Japanese Chin dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Labrador Retriever vs Chihuahua vs Japanese Chin?
Yes
Labrador Retriever dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Chihuahua dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Japanese Chin dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
Labrador Retriever is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Chihuahua is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Japanese Chin is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
Labrador Retrievers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Chihuahuas are not recommended for elderly people.
Japanese Chins are not the best breed for elderly people.

Labrador Retriever vs Chihuahua vs Japanese Chin As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between Labrador Retriever, Chihuahua, and Japanese Chin. Which is best suited for service work?

Yes

This breed makes good as a service dog.
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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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Therapy Work Suitability
Compare therapy dog potential between Labrador Retriever, Chihuahua, and Japanese Chin. Which excels in therapy work?

Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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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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Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between Labrador Retriever, Chihuahua, and Japanese Chin. Which has best nose work ability?

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.

Not really

They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search & Rescue Potential
Compare search and rescue potential between Labrador Retriever, Chihuahua, and Japanese Chin. Which is best for SAR work?

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.

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Maritime Work Ability
Compare boating aptitude between Labrador Retriever, Chihuahua, and Japanese Chin. Which is best suited for water work?

Yes

Labrador Retriever breed usually likes being on a boat.
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Not really

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

Japanese Chin breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between Labrador Retriever, Chihuahua, and Japanese Chin. 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 Labrador Retriever, Chihuahua, and Japanese Chin. 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.

Labrador Retriever vs Chihuahua vs Japanese Chin Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of Labrador Retriever, Chihuahua, and Japanese Chin. Which has most puppies?
5-10 puppies 2-4 puppies 1-3 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of Labrador Retriever, Chihuahua, and Japanese Chin. Any breeding differences?
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Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between Labrador Retriever, Chihuahua, and Japanese Chin. 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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Labrador Retriever vs Chihuahua vs Japanese Chin Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for Labrador Retriever, Chihuahua, and Japanese Chin. How are they classified?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1917 as a Sporting breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1904 as a Toy breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1888 as a Toy breed.
FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for Labrador Retriever, Chihuahua, and Japanese Chin. How are they classified internationally?
Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Retrievers section. Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Chihuahueno section. Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Japan Chin and Pekingese section.
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of Labrador Retriever, Chihuahua, and Japanese Chin. 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
Canadian Canine Registry
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
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

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