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Compare Labrador Retriever and Shiba Inu. Which is better: Labrador Retriever or Shiba Inu or Beagle?
Name | Labrador Retriever | Shiba Inu | Beagle |
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Group | Gun Dog | Companion Dogs | Hunting Dogs |
Popularity Rank | 1 | 45 | 6 |
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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Labrador Retriever, Shiba Inu, and Beagle breeds. |
Lab Labrador |
Japanese Shiba Inu Japanese Small-Size Dog Shiba Shiba Ken Brushwood Dog | English Beagle |
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Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between Labrador Retriever, Shiba Inu, and Beagle? Compare their breeding categories. | Purebred | Purebred | Purebred |
Labrador Retriever vs Shiba Inu vs Beagle Size and Weight Comparison
Size Classification
Compare size differences between Labrador Retriever, Shiba Inu, and Beagle. Which breed is the largest? | Large | Medium | Small |
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Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between Labrador Retriever, Shiba Inu, and Beagle? Compare adult weight ranges. | Male: 60-75 pounds (27-34kg), Female: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg) | Male: 18-25 pounds (8-11 kg), Female: 15-20 pounds (6.8-9 kg) | Male: 22-25 pounds (10-11 kg), Female: 20-23 pounds (9-10 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: 21.5 pounds (9.5 kg), Female: 17.5 pounds (6.8.5 kg) | Male: 23.5 pounds (10.5 kg), Female: 21.5 pounds (9.5 kg) |
Height
Which is taller, Labrador Retriever or Shiba Inu or Beagle? Labrador Retriever vs Shiba Inu vs Beagle height comparison: | Male: 22-24 inches (56-61cm), Female: 21-23 inches (53-58 cm) | Male: 14-16 inches (36-41 cm), Female: 13-15 inches (33-38 cm) | Male: 14-16 inches (36-41 cm), Female: 13-15 inches (33-38 cm) |
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height? | Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 22 inches (55.5 cm) | Male: 15 inches (38.5 cm), Female: 14 inches (35.5 cm) | Male: 15 inches (38.5 cm), Female: 14 inches (35.5 cm) |
Labrador Retriever vs Shiba Inu vs Beagle Price and Availability Comparison
Price Range
Compare puppy costs for Labrador Retriever, Shiba Inu, and Beagle. Find price differences between these breeds. | $1000-$2000 | $800-$1000 | $500-$800 |
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Availability
Which is easier to get, Labrador Retriever or Shiba Inu or Beagle? | Very frequent: The Labrador Retriever is quite easy to get. | Very frequent: The Shiba Inu is quite easy to get. | Very frequent: The Beagle is quite easy to get. |
Labrador Retriever vs Shiba Inu vs Beagle Trainability and Intelligence Comparison
Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between Labrador Retriever, Shiba Inu, and Beagle. Which breed ranks highest? | Outstanding: Labrador Retriever is one of the brightest dog breeds. | Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. | Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. |
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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between Labrador Retriever, Shiba Inu, and Beagle. Which is easiest to train? | Labrador Retriever dogs are very easy to train. | A slightly harder to train than average. | Beagle dogs are easy to train. |
Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of Labrador Retriever, Shiba Inu, and Beagle. Which breed is most alert? | Labrador Retriever dogs are average watchdogs. | Shiba Inu dogs are good watchdogs. | Beagle dogs are not the best choice if you want a good watchdog. |
Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between Labrador Retriever, Shiba Inu, and Beagle. Which breed is most protective? | Labrador Retriever dogs are average defenders. | Shiba Inu dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. | Beagle dogs can't provide protection for their territory. |
Labrador Retriever vs Shiba Inu vs Beagle Personality and Temperament Comparison
Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between Labrador Retriever, Shiba Inu, and Beagle? Compare temperaments. |
Playful Loving Energetic Alert Intelligent Friendly Responsive Affectionate Loyal Gentle Going Social Cheerful |
Alert Confident Going Fearless Keen Faithful Charming |
Loving Independent Intelligent Friendly Lively Gentle Sweet |
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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. | Shiba Inu dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. | They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. |
Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Labrador Retriever vs Shiba Inu vs Beagle? | Slightly Below Average: Labrador Retriever dogs may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence. | Average to High: Shiba Inu dogs are highly affectionate dogs. | High: Beagle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. |
Social Needs
Labrador Retriever vs Shiba Inu vs Beagle social needs comparison: | Labrador Retriever dogs need a lot of social interaction. | Shiba Inu dogs need for social interaction is average. | Beagle dogs need a lot of social interaction. |
Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? | Labrador Retriever dogs have average wanderlust potential. | The wanderlust potential of the Shiba Inu is strong enough to escape from home. | Beagle dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. |
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. | Shiba Inu 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. | Beagle dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. |
Labrador Retriever vs Shiba Inu vs Beagle Activity and Playfulness Comparison
Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of Labrador Retriever, Shiba Inu, and Beagle. Which breed is most vocal? | Average: The Labrador Retriever barks occasionally. | Low to Average: The Shiba Inu rarely barks. | A lot: Beagle is a particularly loud breed. |
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between Labrador Retriever, Shiba Inu, and Beagle. Which breed is most playful? | The Labrador Retriever is a highly playful breed. | Average: Shiba Inus, like any other dog breed, like playing. | The Beagle is a highly playful breed. |
Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of Labrador Retriever, Shiba Inu, and Beagle. Which adapts best to small spaces? | It is not recommended to keep the Labrador Retriever breed in the home. | Very house-friendly dog the Shiba Inu breed. | It is not recommended to keep the Beagle breed in the home. |
Labrador Retriever vs Shiba Inu vs Beagle Adaptability and Independence Comparison
Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between Labrador Retriever, Shiba Inu, and Beagle. Which breed is most flexible? | Labrador Retriever dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments. | Shiba Inu dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments. | Beagle dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments. |
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Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: Labrador Retriever or Shiba Inu or Beagle? | 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. | Beagle dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them. |
Labrador Retriever vs Shiba Inu vs Beagle Bite Characteristics Comparison
Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between Labrador Retriever, Shiba Inu, and Beagle. Which has lowest bite risk? | Moderate ⏺ The Labrador Retriever has an average chance of biting somebody. | Low 🔽 The Shiba Inu has a low chance of biting somebody. | Low 🔽 The Beagle has a low chance of biting somebody. |
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Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between Labrador Retriever, Shiba Inu, and Beagle. Which uses mouth most during play? | Labrador Retriever dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. | Shiba Inu dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. | Beagle dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. |
Bite Strength Rating
Compare bite forces between Labrador Retriever, Shiba Inu, and Beagle. Which has the strongest bite? | Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Labrador Retriever bite force: Ordinary. | Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Shiba Inu bite force: Ordinary. | Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Beagle bite force: Weak. |
Labrador Retriever vs Shiba Inu vs Beagle Health and Lifespan Comparison
Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of Labrador Retriever, Shiba Inu, and Beagle. Which breed lives longest? |
10-12 years The average lifespan of Labrador Retriever: 11 years |
11-15 years The average lifespan of Shiba Inu: 13 years |
11-15 years The average lifespan of Beagle: 13 years |
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Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between Labrador Retriever, Shiba Inu, and Beagle. 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. | Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Shiba Inu can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. | Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. |
Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in Labrador Retriever, Shiba Inu, and Beagle. 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. | The Shiba Inu is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly. | The Beagle 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. |
Average The Shiba Inu should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year. |
Average The Beagle 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 Shiba Inu vs Beagle? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Labrador Retriever vs Shiba Inu vs Beagle 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 Patellar Luxation Allergies Cancer Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Glaucoma Spinning Chylothorax | Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Intervertebral Disk Disease Cherry Eye Distichiasis Glaucoma Beagle Dwarfism Chinese Beagle Syndrome |
Labrador Retriever vs Shiba Inu vs Beagle Energy and Activity Comparison
Energy Rating
Compare energy levels between Labrador Retriever, Shiba Inu, and Beagle. Which breed is most active? | Labrador Retriever dogs are high-energy dogs. | Shiba Inu dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds. | Beagle dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds. |
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Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Labrador Retriever vs Shiba Inu vs Beagle exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Labrador Retriever or Shiba Inu or Beagle? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest? | Labrador Retriever dogs need a lot of exercises. | Shiba Inu dogs have an average exercise need. | Beagle dogs need quite a lot of exercise. |
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Labrador Retriever or Shiba Inu or Beagle? | Labrador Retriever dogs don't need too much sleep. | Shiba Inu dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping. | Beagle dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping. |
Labrador Retriever vs Shiba Inu vs Beagle Diet and Weight Management Comparison
Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between Labrador Retriever, Shiba Inu, and Beagle. Which is most prone to obesity? | High: The Labrador Retriever breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. | Low to Average: The Shiba Inu has a low to the average risk for obesity. | High: The Beagle breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. |
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between Labrador Retriever, Shiba Inu, and Beagle. 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: 1/2 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. | 0.5 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. |
Labrador Retriever vs Shiba Inu vs Beagle Allergies and Grooming Comparison
Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Labrador Retriever, Shiba Inu, and Beagle. Which is best for allergy sufferers? | No See more. | No See more. | No See more. |
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between Labrador Retriever, Shiba Inu, and Beagle. What colors are available? |
Black Yellow Chocolate |
Black Tan Red Cream Sesame |
Black Tan Red White Tricolor |
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between Labrador Retriever, Shiba Inu, and Beagle. Which requires most maintenance? | Effortless: The Labrador Retriever requires minimal grooming. | Easy to groom: The Shiba Inu doesn't require a lot of grooming. | Effortless: The Beagle requires minimal grooming. |
Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between Labrador Retriever, Shiba Inu, and Beagle. Which drools least? | The Labrador Retriever is an average drooler. | The Shiba Inu is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. | The Beagle is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. |
Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between Labrador Retriever, Shiba Inu, and Beagle. Which has least natural smell? | High 🔼 The Labrador Retriever has a high chance of bad smell. | Medium ⏺ The Shiba Inu has an average chance of bad smell. | High 🔼 The Beagle has a high chance of bad smell. |
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between Labrador Retriever, Shiba Inu, and Beagle. How do their fur characteristics differ? |
Dense Waterproof Hard Short | Dense | Dense |
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between Labrador Retriever, Shiba Inu, and Beagle. 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. | 4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. | 4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. |
Shedding Level
Who sheds more Labrador Retriever or Shiba Inu or Beagle? Labrador Retriever or Shiba Inu or {name3 shedding: | Labrador Retriever dogs shed moderately. | Shiba Inu dogs shed above average. | Beagle dogs shed moderately. |
Labrador Retriever vs Shiba Inu vs Beagle Good With Comparison
Child Compatibility
Compare child-friendliness between Labrador Retriever, Shiba Inu, and Beagle. Which is best with kids? | Labrador Retriever dogs are very kid-friendly dogs. | Shiba Inu dogs are average friendly dogs towards children. | Beagle dogs are very kid-friendly dogs. |
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Pet Compatibility
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets? | Labrador Retriever dogs are usually friendly towards other pets. | Shiba Inu dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets. | Beagle dogs are generally with other pets. |
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Labrador Retriever or Shiba Inu or Beagle? Which dog is more friendly? | Labrador Retriever dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs. | Shiba Inu dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs. | Beagle dogs are stranger-friendly dogs. |
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Labrador Retriever or Shiba Inu or Beagle? | Labrador Retriever dogs are cat-friendly dogs. | Shiba Inu dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs. | Beagle dogs are average friendly towards cats. |
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Labrador Retriever or Shiba Inu or Beagle? | Labrador Retriever dogs are very dog-friendly dogs. | Shiba Inu dogs are average friendly towards other dogs. | Beagle dogs are very dog-friendly dogs. |
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Labrador Retriever vs Shiba Inu vs Beagle? |
Yes Labrador Retriever dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality. |
No Shiba Inu dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality. |
Yes Beagle 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 Shiba Inu is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
No Beagle 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. | Shiba Inus are commonly okay with elderly people. | Beagles are one of the best breeds for elderly people. |
Labrador Retriever vs Shiba Inu vs Beagle As a Working Dog Comparison
Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between Labrador Retriever, Shiba Inu, and Beagle. Which is best suited for service work? | Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. | Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. | Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. |
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Therapy Work Suitability
Compare therapy dog potential between Labrador Retriever, Shiba Inu, and Beagle. Which excels in therapy work? | Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. | Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. | Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. |
Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between Labrador Retriever, Shiba Inu, and Beagle. 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. | Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work. |
Search & Rescue Potential
Compare search and rescue potential between Labrador Retriever, Shiba Inu, and Beagle. 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. | Yes This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog. |
Maritime Work Ability
Compare boating aptitude between Labrador Retriever, Shiba Inu, and Beagle. Which is best suited for water work? | Yes Labrador Retriever breed usually likes being on a boat. | Not really Shiba Inu breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. | Yes Beagle breed usually likes being on a boat. |
Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between Labrador Retriever, Shiba Inu, and Beagle. Which is best for draft work? | Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. | Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. | Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. |
Military Service Background
Compare military service history of Labrador Retriever, Shiba Inu, and Beagle. 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 Shiba Inu vs Beagle Reproducibility Comparison
Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of Labrador Retriever, Shiba Inu, and Beagle. Which has most puppies? | 5-10 puppies | 2-4 puppies | 2-14 puppies, average 7 |
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Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of Labrador Retriever, Shiba Inu, and Beagle. Any breeding differences? | 60-64 days See more. | 60-64 days See more. | 60-64 days See more. |
Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between Labrador Retriever, Shiba Inu, and Beagle. What's recommended? | Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. | Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. | Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. |
Labrador Retriever vs Shiba Inu vs Beagle Recognition Comparison
AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for Labrador Retriever, Shiba Inu, and Beagle. How are they classified? | Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1917 as a Sporting breed. | Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1992 as a Non-Sporting breed. | Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Hound breed. |
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FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for Labrador Retriever, Shiba Inu, and Beagle. 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 Spitz and primitive types group, in the Asian Spitz and related breeds section. | Recognized by FCI in the Scent hounds and related breeds group, in the Scent hounds section. |
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of Labrador Retriever, Shiba Inu, and Beagle. 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 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 |
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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