English Foxhound vs Labrador Retriever

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

English Foxhound vs Labrador Retriever
English Foxhound
Labrador Retriever
English Foxhound
Labrador Retriever
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General Details
English Foxhound
Labrador Retriever
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
10-13 Years
10-12 Years
Height
21-25 Inches
21-24 Inches
Weight
55-75 Pounds
55-80 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
English Foxhound
Labrador Retriever
Origin Country
United Kingdom
Canada
Origin Year
1580 AD
1700 AD
Temperament
English Foxhound
Labrador Retriever
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Average
Above Average
Stranger Friendly
Average
Above Average
Personality
English Foxhound
Labrador Retriever
Traits
Stubborn
Affectionate
Loving
Snuggle
Willing to Please
Living Environment
English Foxhound
Labrador Retriever
Apartment
No
Yes
Indoor
No
Yes
Small Yard
No
Yes
Medium Yard
No
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
40-75 °F
30-90 °F
Barks/Howls
Above Average
Average
Exercise Needs
English Foxhound
Labrador Retriever
Energy Level
High to Very High
High
Exercise Required
High to Very High
High
Top Running Speed
18 MPH
20 MPH
Strength
Medium
High
Grooming Needs
English Foxhound
Labrador Retriever
Coat Maintenance
Low
Medium
Shedding
Medium
High
Dander
Low
Medium
Drool
Low
Medium
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
English Foxhound
Labrador Retriever
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
Yes
No
Breed Focus
English Foxhound
Labrador Retriever
Distracted Easy
Yes
No
Focused & Patient
No
Yes
Breed Instincts
English Foxhound
Labrador Retriever
Aggression
Below Average
None
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Below Average
Chasing
Above Average
Below Average
Follow Commands
Average
Average
Fighting
Below Average
None
Guarding
Below Average
None
Herding
Average
None
Hunting
Above Average
Above Average
Protection
Below Average
None
Remove Vermin
Average
Below Average
Sled Pulling
Below Average
Below Average
Watch / Guardian
Below Average
Below Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
English Foxhound
Labrador Retriever
Average Lifespan
10-13 Years
10-12 Years
Health Concerns
English Foxhound
Labrador Retriever
Common Health Issues
Bloat
Hip dysplasia
Epilepsy
Renal 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
English Foxhound
Labrador Retriever
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Smooth
Double
Coat Texture
Straight
Straight
Coat Length
Short
Short
Coat Coloring
English Foxhound
Labrador Retriever
Breed Colors
Black, White, and Tan
Black, White, and Tan
Black
Black
Chocolate
Chocolate
Yellow
Yellow
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