Beagle vs Labrador Retriever

Compare the Beagle to the Labrador Retriever. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Beagles and Labrador Retrievers.

Beagle vs Labrador Retriever
Beagle
Labrador Retriever
Beagle
Labrador Retriever
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General Details
Beagle
Labrador Retriever
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
10-15 Years
10-12 Years
Height
13-16 Inches
21-24 Inches
Weight
20-30 Pounds
55-80 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Beagle
Labrador Retriever
Origin Country
Greece
Canada
Origin Year
500 AD
1700 AD
Temperament
Beagle
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
Beagle
Labrador Retriever
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Snuggle
Stubborn
Affectionate
Loving
Snuggle
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Beagle
Labrador Retriever
Apartment
Yes
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
No
Yes
Medium Yard
No
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
40-90 °F
30-90 °F
Barks/Howls
Above Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Beagle
Labrador Retriever
Energy Level
Medium
High
Exercise Required
Medium
High
Top Running Speed
28 MPH
20 MPH
Strength
Low
High
Grooming Needs
Beagle
Labrador Retriever
Coat Maintenance
Low
Medium
Shedding
Low to Medium
High
Dander
Low
Medium
Drool
None
Medium
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Beagle
Labrador Retriever
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
Yes
No
Breed Focus
Beagle
Labrador Retriever
Distracted Easy
Yes
No
Focused & Patient
No
Yes
Breed Instincts
Beagle
Labrador Retriever
Aggression
None
None
Burrow / Digging
Average
Below Average
Chasing
Average
Below Average
Follow Commands
Below Average
Average
Fighting
None
None
Guarding
Below Average
None
Herding
Below Average
None
Hunting
Above Average
Above Average
Protection
None
None
Remove Vermin
None
Below Average
Sled Pulling
None
Below Average
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Below Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Beagle
Labrador Retriever
Average Lifespan
10-15 Years
10-12 Years
Health Concerns
Beagle
Labrador Retriever
Common Health Issues
Hip dysplasia
Patellar luxation
Progressive retinal atrophy
Epilepsy
Hypothyroidism
Distichiasis
Cherry eye
Glaucoma
Beagle dwarfism
Musladin‐Lueke syndrome
Intervertebral disc disease
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
Beagle
Labrador Retriever
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Smooth
Double
Coat Texture
Straight
Straight
Coat Length
Short
Short
Coat Coloring
Beagle
Labrador Retriever
Breed Colors
Black
Black and Tan
Black and White
Black, Red, and White
Black, Tan, and Bluetick
Blue
Blue and White
Blue, Tan, and White
Brown
Brown and White
Brown, White, and Tan
Lemon
Lemon and White
Red
Red and Black
Red and White
Tan
Tan and White
White
Black
Chocolate
Yellow
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