Labrador Retriever vs Dingo

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

Labrador Retriever vs Dingo
Labrador Retriever
Dingo
Labrador Retriever
Dingo
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General Details
Labrador Retriever
Dingo
Breed Type
Purebred
Wild
Allergy Friendly
No
Maybe
Lifespan
10-12 Years
14-16 Years
Height
21-24 Inches
20-24 Inches
Weight
55-80 Pounds
20-45 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Labrador Retriever
Dingo
Origin Country
Canada
Australia
Origin Year
1700 AD
-1500 BC
Temperament
Labrador Retriever
Dingo
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Below Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Below Average
Pet Friendly
Above Average
Below Average
Stranger Friendly
Above Average
None
Personality
Labrador Retriever
Dingo
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Snuggle
Willing to Please
Aggressive
Stubborn
Living Environment
Labrador Retriever
Dingo
Apartment
Yes
No
Indoor
Yes
No
Small Yard
Yes
No
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
30-90 °F
0-100 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
None
Exercise Needs
Labrador Retriever
Dingo
Energy Level
High
High
Exercise Required
High
High
Top Running Speed
20 MPH
25 MPH
Strength
High
High
Grooming Needs
Labrador Retriever
Dingo
Coat Maintenance
Medium
Low
Shedding
High
Low
Dander
Medium
Low
Drool
Medium
Medium
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Labrador Retriever
Dingo
Dominant / Alpha
No
Yes
Family / Pack
Yes
No
Independent
No
Yes
Breed Focus
Labrador Retriever
Dingo
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
Yes
No
Breed Instincts
Labrador Retriever
Dingo
Aggression
None
Average
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Average
Chasing
Below Average
Average
Follow Commands
Average
Average
Fighting
None
Average
Guarding
None
Above Average
Herding
None
Below Average
Hunting
Above Average
Average
Protection
None
Above Average
Remove Vermin
Below Average
Above Average
Sled Pulling
Below Average
Below Average
Watch / Guardian
Below Average
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Labrador Retriever
Dingo
Average Lifespan
10-12 Years
14-16 Years
Health Concerns
Labrador Retriever
Dingo
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
Canine distemper
Heart worms
Tapeworms
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Labrador Retriever
Dingo
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Double
Single
Smooth
Coat Texture
Straight
Silky
Straight
Coat Length
Short
Short to Medium
Coat Coloring
Labrador Retriever
Dingo
Breed Colors
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