American Eskimo Dog vs Labrador Retriever

Compare the American Eskimo Dog to the Labrador Retriever. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between American Eskimo Dogs and Labrador Retrievers.

American Eskimo Dog vs Labrador Retriever
American Eskimo Dog
Labrador Retriever
American Eskimo Dog
Labrador Retriever
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General Details
American Eskimo Dog
Labrador Retriever
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
12-15 Years
10-12 Years
Height
9-20 Inches
21-24 Inches
Weight
6-35 Pounds
55-80 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
American Eskimo Dog
Labrador Retriever
Origin Country
Germany
Canada
Origin Year
1800 AD
1700 AD
Temperament
American Eskimo Dog
Labrador Retriever
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Stranger Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Personality
American Eskimo Dog
Labrador Retriever
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Snuggle
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Loving
Snuggle
Willing to Please
Living Environment
American Eskimo Dog
Labrador Retriever
Apartment
Yes
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
Yes
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
No
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
15-75 °F
30-90 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Average
Exercise Needs
American Eskimo Dog
Labrador Retriever
Energy Level
High
High
Exercise Required
High
High
Top Running Speed
18 MPH
20 MPH
Strength
Medium
High
Grooming Needs
American Eskimo Dog
Labrador Retriever
Coat Maintenance
High
Medium
Shedding
High
High
Dander
High
Medium
Drool
None
Medium
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
American Eskimo Dog
Labrador Retriever
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
American Eskimo Dog
Labrador Retriever
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
Yes
Yes
Breed Instincts
American Eskimo Dog
Labrador Retriever
Aggression
None
None
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Below Average
Chasing
Average
Below Average
Follow Commands
Average
Average
Fighting
None
None
Guarding
Below Average
None
Herding
None
None
Hunting
Below Average
Above Average
Protection
Below Average
None
Remove Vermin
Below Average
Below Average
Sled Pulling
Below Average
Below Average
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Below Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
American Eskimo Dog
Labrador Retriever
Average Lifespan
12-15 Years
10-12 Years
Health Concerns
American Eskimo Dog
Labrador Retriever
Common Health Issues
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Patellar luxation
Legg-Calve-Perthes disease
Progressive retinal atrophy
Diabetes
Bloat
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Ear infections
Progressive retinal atrophy
Epilepsy
Elbow dysplasia
Osteochondritis Dissecans
Tricuspid valve dysplasia
Myopathy
Acute moist dermatitis
Cold tail
Appearance Comparison
Coat
American Eskimo Dog
Labrador Retriever
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Double
Coat Texture
Straight
Straight
Coat Length
Long
Short
Coat Coloring
American Eskimo Dog
Labrador Retriever
Breed Colors
White
White
White and Biscuit
White and Biscuit
Black
Black
Chocolate
Chocolate
Yellow
Yellow
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