Poodle (Standard) vs Labrador Retriever

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Poodle (Standard)

Poodle (Standard)

Non-Sporting Group

Elegant, intelligent, and highly trainable companions

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Labrador Retriever

Labrador Retriever

Sporting Group

America's favorite breed, known for their friendly and outgoing nature

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Quick Stats: Poodle (Standard)

Energy Level

High/10

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Intelligence

/10

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Apartment Living

/10

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Kid Friendly

/10

Quick Stats: Labrador Retriever

Energy Level

High/10

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Intelligence

/10

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Apartment Living

/10

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Kid Friendly

/10

Overall Comparison

Best Suited For

  • All Types of Homes

!Challenges

  • No Major Challenges

Best Suited For

  • All Types of Homes

!Challenges

  • No Major Challenges
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Basic Information

Breed Group

Non-Sporting Group

Breed Group

Sporting Group

Size

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Size

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Weight

40-70 pounds

Weight

55-80 pounds

Height

15-22 inches (varying by type)

Height

21.5-24.5 inches

Life Expectancy

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Life Expectancy

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Temperament & Personality

Temperament

IntelligentElegantAlertActiveProud

Temperament

FriendlyOutgoingActiveEven-temperedIntelligent

Family Friendly

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Family Friendly

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Kid Friendly

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Kid Friendly

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Pet Friendly

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Pet Friendly

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Intelligence

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Intelligence

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Care Requirements

Energy Level

High

Energy Level

High

Exercise Needs

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Exercise Needs

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Grooming

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Grooming

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Training

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Training

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Shedding

Very Low

Shedding

Heavy

Health & Maintenance

Health Concerns

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Health Concerns

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Dietary Needs

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Dietary Needs

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Adaptability

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Adaptability

N/A

Apartment Living

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Apartment Living

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