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Labrador Retriever vs Mastiff vs Blue Heeler Comparison - Dog breed selector: Lab or Old English Mastiff or Australian Cattle Dog? Find the right dog for you

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Name Labrador Retriever Mastiff Blue Heeler
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Lab
Labrador
Old English Mastiff
English Mastiff
Australian Cattle Dog
Cattle Dog
Queensland Heeler
Red Heeler
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Labrador Retriever vs Mastiff vs Blue Heeler breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Labrador Retriever vs Mastiff vs Blue Heeler Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Labrador Retriever or Mastiff or Blue Heeler? Which is the smallest dog, Labrador Retriever or Mastiff or Blue Heeler?
Large Giant Medium
Weight
Which is heavier, Labrador Retriever or Mastiff or Mastiff? Labrador Retriever vs Mastiff vs Blue Heeler weight comparison:
Male: 60-75 pounds (27-34kg), Female: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg) Male: 150-250 pounds (68-113 kg), Female: 120-180 pounds (54-82 kg) 30-62 pounds (13-28 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) Male: 200 pounds (90.5 kg), Female: 150 pounds (68 kg) 46 pounds (20.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Labrador Retriever or Mastiff or Blue Heeler? Labrador Retriever vs Mastiff vs Blue Heeler height comparison:
Male: 22-24 inches (56-61cm), Female: 21-23 inches (53-58 cm) Male: 30 inches (76 cm), Female: 27.5 inches (70 cm) Male: 17-20 inches (43-51 cm), Female: 17-19 inches (43-48 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 22 inches (55.5 cm) Male: 30 inches (76 cm), Female: 27.5 inches (70 cm) Male: 18.5 inches (47 cm), Female: 18 inches (45.5 cm)

Labrador Retriever vs Mastiff vs Blue Heeler Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Labrador Retriever or Mastiff or Blue Heeler? Which is more expensive?
$1000-$2000 $1200-$1500 $400-$800
Availability
Which is easier to get, Labrador Retriever or Mastiff or Blue Heeler?
Very frequent: The Labrador Retriever is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Mastiff is quite easy to get.
Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.

Labrador Retriever vs Mastiff vs Blue Heeler Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Labrador Retriever vs Mastiff vs Blue Heeler intelligence:
Outstanding: Labrador Retriever is one of the brightest dog breeds.
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Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Smart: The Blue Heeler dogs have great intelligence.
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Trainability
Labrador Retriever vs Mastiff vs Blue Heeler trainability comparison.
Labrador Retriever dogs are very easy to train.
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Mastiff dogs are quite easy to train.
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Blue Heeler dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Labrador Retriever or Mastiff or Blue Heeler?
Labrador Retriever dogs are average watchdogs.
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Mastiff dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Blue Heeler dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Labrador Retriever or Mastiff or Blue Heeler? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Labrador Retriever dogs are average defenders.
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Mastiff dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Blue Heeler dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Labrador Retriever vs Mastiff vs Blue Heeler Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Labrador Retriever or Mastiff or Blue Heeler? Labrador Retriever vs Mastiff vs Blue Heeler behavior/temperament comparison:
Playful
Loving
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Affectionate
Loyal
Gentle
Going
Social
Cheerful
Protective
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Affectionate
Loyal
Cheerful
Active
Protective
Alert
Intelligent
Hard working
Resourceful
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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Mastiff dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Labrador Retriever vs Mastiff vs Blue Heeler?
Slightly Below Average: Labrador Retriever dogs may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence.
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High: Mastiff dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Slightly Below Average: Blue Heeler dogs may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence.
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Social Needs
Labrador Retriever vs Mastiff vs Blue Heeler social needs comparison:
Labrador Retriever dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Mastiff dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Blue Heeler dogs are kinda antisocial.
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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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Mastiff dogs are not the biggest explorers.
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The wanderlust potential of the Blue Heeler is strong enough to escape from home.
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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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Their prey drive is low.
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Blue Heeler dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Labrador Retriever vs Mastiff vs Blue Heeler Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Labrador Retriever vs Mastiff vs Blue Heeler playfulness comparison:
The Labrador Retriever is a highly playful breed.
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Mastiffs are not the most playful dog breed.
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The Blue Heeler is a highly playful breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Labrador Retriever vs Mastiff vs Blue Heeler?
Average: The Labrador Retriever barks occasionally.
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Low: The Mastiff barks none to minimal.
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Low to Average: The Blue Heeler rarely barks.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Labrador Retriever or Mastiff or Blue Heeler?
It is not recommended to keep the Labrador Retriever breed in the home.
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 Mastiff indoors.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Blue Heeler breed.

Labrador Retriever vs Mastiff vs Blue Heeler Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
Labrador Retriever dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Mastiff dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Average: Blue Heeler dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Labrador Retriever or Mastiff or Blue Heeler?
Labrador Retriever dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.
Blue Heeler dogs handle alone time quite well.

Labrador Retriever vs Mastiff vs Blue Heeler Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Labrador Retriever or Mastiff or Blue Heeler?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Labrador Retriever bite force: Ordinary.

Above 400 PSI 🔼

Mastiff bite force: The Strongest.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Blue Heeler bite force: Ordinary.
Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:

Moderate

The Labrador Retriever has an average chance of biting somebody.

Moderate

The Mastiff has an average chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Blue Heeler has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Labrador Retriever vs Mastiff vs Blue Heeler mouthiness comparison:
Labrador Retriever dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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Mastiff dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Blue Heeler dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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Labrador Retriever vs Mastiff vs Blue Heeler Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Labrador Retriever vs Mastiff vs Blue Heeler health comparison. Which is the healthier: Labrador Retriever vs Mastiff vs Blue Heeler?
The Labrador Retriever is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Mastiffs are commonly healthy dogs.
Blue Heelers are commonly healthy dogs.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Labrador Retriever vs Mastiff vs Blue Heeler? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Labrador Retriever vs Mastiff vs Blue Heeler 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
Hip Dysplasia
Cancer
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Bloat
Seizures
Cystinuria
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Veterinarian Visits
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 Mastiff should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Rare
The Blue Heeler should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Life Expectancy
Labrador Retriever vs Mastiff vs Blue Heeler lifespan comparison. How long do Labrador Retriever, Mastiff and Blue Heeler breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Labrador Retriever: 11 years
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Mastiff: 11 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Blue Heeler: 13 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Labrador Retriever vs Mastiff vs Blue Heeler?
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 average to cold weather conditions
The Mastiff can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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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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Labrador Retriever vs Mastiff vs Blue Heeler Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Labrador Retriever or Mastiff or Blue Heeler? Labrador Retriever vs Mastiff vs Blue Heeler energy level comparison:
Labrador Retriever dogs are high-energy dogs.
Mastiff dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.
Blue Heeler dogs are high-energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Labrador Retriever vs Mastiff vs Blue Heeler exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Labrador Retriever or Mastiff or Blue Heeler? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Labrador Retriever dogs need a lot of exercises.
Mastiff dogs exercise need is minimal.
Blue Heeler dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Labrador Retriever or Mastiff or Blue Heeler?
Labrador Retriever dogs don't need too much sleep.
Mastiff dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.
Blue Heeler dogs don't need too much sleep.

Labrador Retriever vs Mastiff vs Blue Heeler Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Labrador Retriever or Mastiff or Blue Heeler?
Recommended daily amount: 2.5 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 8 to 10 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals 1.5 to 2.5 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? Labrador Retriever vs Mastiff vs Blue Heeler weight gain potential comparison:
High: The Labrador Retriever breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Mastiff's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Blue Heeler's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Labrador Retriever vs Mastiff vs Blue Heeler Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Labrador Retriever vs Mastiff vs Blue Heeler coat comparison:
Dense
Waterproof
Hard
Short
Dense Dense
Colors
What are the original Labrador Retriever, Mastiff and Blue Heeler color?
Black
Yellow
Chocolate
Fawn
Brindle
Apricot
Blue
Red speckled
Blue speckled
Blue Mottled
Red Mottled
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Labrador Retriever or Mastiff or Blue Heeler? Labrador Retriever vs Mastiff vs Blue Heeler grooming comparison:
Effortless: The Labrador Retriever requires minimal grooming.
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Easy to groom: The Mastiff doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Effortless: The Blue Heeler requires minimal grooming.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Labrador Retriever or Mastiff or Blue Heeler? Labrador Retriever or Mastiff or {name3 shedding:
Labrador Retriever dogs shed moderately.
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Mastiff dogs shed moderately.
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Blue Heeler dogs shed moderately.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Labrador Retriever or Mastiff or Blue Heeler?
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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4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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Hypoallergenic
Labrador Retriever vs Mastiff vs Blue Heeler 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, Labrador Retriever vs Mastiff vs Blue Heeler?

High 🔼

The Labrador Retriever has a high chance of bad smell.

High 🔼

The Mastiff has a high chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Blue Heeler has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?
The Labrador Retriever is an average drooler.
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The Mastiff is a big drooler, so if you're disgusted by slobber spots on your clothes, you should choose a dog from another breed.
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The Blue Heeler is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Labrador Retriever vs Mastiff vs Blue Heeler Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Labrador Retriever dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Mastiff dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Blue Heeler dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Labrador Retriever or Mastiff or Blue Heeler? Which dog is more friendly?
Labrador Retriever dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Mastiff dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Blue Heeler dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Labrador Retriever or Mastiff or Blue Heeler?
Labrador Retriever dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Mastiff dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Blue Heeler dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Labrador Retriever or Mastiff or Blue Heeler?
Labrador Retriever dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Mastiff dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Blue Heeler dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Labrador Retriever or Mastiff or Blue Heeler?
Labrador Retriever dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Mastiff dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Blue Heeler dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Labrador Retriever vs Mastiff vs Blue Heeler?
Yes
Labrador Retriever dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Mastiff dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Blue Heeler 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
Mastiff is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Blue Heeler 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.
Mastiffs are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Blue Heelers are not the best breed for elderly people.

Labrador Retriever vs Mastiff vs Blue Heeler As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog
Which one could be a service dog?

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 Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: Labrador Retriever or Mastiff or Blue Heeler? Which is better for autism?

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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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog
Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?

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 and Rescue Dog (SAR)
Which one could be a search and rescue dog?

Yes

This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.

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: Labrador Retriever vs Mastiff vs Blue Heeler?

Yes

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

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

Blue Heeler breed usually doesn't like 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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Yes

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.

Labrador Retriever vs Mastiff vs Blue Heeler 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 Labrador Retriever and Mastiff and Blue Heeler have?
5-10 puppies 3-5 puppies 1-7 puppies

Labrador Retriever vs Mastiff vs Blue Heeler Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1917 as a Sporting breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Working breed. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI?
Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Retrievers section. Not recognized by FCI. 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
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
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