Labrador Retriever vs Fila Brasileiro

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

Labrador Retriever vs Fila Brasileiro
Labrador Retriever
Fila Brasileiro
Labrador Retriever
Fila Brasileiro
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General Details
Labrador Retriever
Fila Brasileiro
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
10-12 Years
9-11 Years
Height
21-24 Inches
24-30 Inches
Weight
55-80 Pounds
90-160 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Labrador Retriever
Fila Brasileiro
Origin Country
Canada
Brazil
Origin Year
1700 AD
1500 AD
Temperament
Labrador Retriever
Fila Brasileiro
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Below Average
Pet Friendly
Above Average
Below Average
Stranger Friendly
Above Average
Below Average
Personality
Labrador Retriever
Fila Brasileiro
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Snuggle
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Aggressive
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Labrador Retriever
Fila Brasileiro
Apartment
Yes
No
Indoor
Yes
No
Small Yard
Yes
Yes
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
30-90 °F
40-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Labrador Retriever
Fila Brasileiro
Energy Level
High
Medium
Exercise Required
High
Medium
Top Running Speed
20 MPH
22 MPH
Strength
High
Very High
Grooming Needs
Labrador Retriever
Fila Brasileiro
Coat Maintenance
Medium
Low
Shedding
High
High
Dander
Medium
Medium
Drool
Medium
Very High
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Labrador Retriever
Fila Brasileiro
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Labrador Retriever
Fila Brasileiro
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
Yes
No
Breed Instincts
Labrador Retriever
Fila Brasileiro
Aggression
None
Above Average
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Below Average
Chasing
Below Average
Average
Follow Commands
Average
Below Average
Fighting
None
Above Average
Guarding
None
Above Average
Herding
None
Average
Hunting
Above Average
Above Average
Protection
None
Above Average
Remove Vermin
Below Average
Below Average
Sled Pulling
Below Average
Below Average
Watch / Guardian
Below Average
Above Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Labrador Retriever
Fila Brasileiro
Average Lifespan
10-12 Years
9-11 Years
Health Concerns
Labrador Retriever
Fila Brasileiro
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
Bloat
Hip dysplasia
Elbow dysplasia
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Labrador Retriever
Fila Brasileiro
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Single
Coat Texture
Straight
Rough
Coat Length
Short
Short
Coat Coloring
Labrador Retriever
Fila Brasileiro
Breed Colors
Black
Black
Chocolate
Chocolate
Yellow
Yellow
Black
Black
Black and Tan
Black and Tan
Fawn
Fawn
Gray
Gray
Red
Red
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