Labrador Retriever vs American Alsatian

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

Labrador Retriever vs American Alsatian
Labrador Retriever
American Alsatian
Labrador Retriever
American Alsatian
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General Details
Labrador Retriever
American Alsatian
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
10-12 Years
12-14 Years
Height
21-24 Inches
24-28 Inches
Weight
55-80 Pounds
75-120 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Labrador Retriever
American Alsatian
Origin Country
Canada
United States
Origin Year
1700 AD
1988 AD
Temperament
Labrador Retriever
American Alsatian
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
Labrador Retriever
American Alsatian
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Snuggle
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Loving
Separation Anxiety
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Labrador Retriever
American Alsatian
Apartment
Yes
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
Yes
Medium Yard
Yes
No
Large Yard
Yes
No
Temperature Tolerance
30-90 °F
20-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Below Average
Exercise Needs
Labrador Retriever
American Alsatian
Energy Level
High
Medium
Exercise Required
High
Low to Medium
Top Running Speed
20 MPH
28 MPH
Strength
High
High
Grooming Needs
Labrador Retriever
American Alsatian
Coat Maintenance
Medium
High
Shedding
High
High
Dander
Medium
High
Drool
Medium
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Labrador Retriever
American Alsatian
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Labrador Retriever
American Alsatian
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
Yes
No
Breed Instincts
Labrador Retriever
American Alsatian
Aggression
None
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Below Average
Chasing
Below Average
Below Average
Follow Commands
Average
Average
Fighting
None
Below Average
Guarding
None
Below Average
Herding
None
Average
Hunting
Above Average
Below Average
Protection
None
Average
Remove Vermin
Below Average
Below Average
Sled Pulling
Below Average
Below Average
Watch / Guardian
Below Average
Below Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Labrador Retriever
American Alsatian
Average Lifespan
10-12 Years
12-14 Years
Health Concerns
Labrador Retriever
American Alsatian
Common Health Issues
Bloat
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Ear infections
Progressive retinal atrophy
Epilepsy
Elbow dysplasia
Osteochondritis Dissecans
Tricuspid valve dysplasia
Myopathy
Acute moist dermatitis
Cold tail
Hip dysplasia
Epilepsy
Elbow dysplasia
Arthritis
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Labrador Retriever
American Alsatian
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Double
Coat Texture
Straight
Rough
Coat Length
Short
Medium to Long
Coat Coloring
Labrador Retriever
American Alsatian
Breed Colors
Black
Black
Chocolate
Chocolate
Yellow
Yellow
Black
Black
Cream
Cream
Gold
Gold
Silver
Silver
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