Labrador Retriever vs Timber Wolf

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

Labrador Retriever vs Timber Wolf
Labrador Retriever
Timber Wolf
Labrador Retriever
Timber Wolf
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General Details
Labrador Retriever
Timber Wolf
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
10-12 Years
5-10 Years
Height
21-24 Inches
26-32 Inches
Weight
55-80 Pounds
50-130 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Labrador Retriever
Timber Wolf
Origin Country
Canada
Unspecified
Origin Year
1700 AD
Unspecified
Temperament
Labrador Retriever
Timber Wolf
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
None
Family Friendly
Above Average
None
Child Friendly
Above Average
None
Pet Friendly
Above Average
None
Stranger Friendly
Above Average
None
Personality
Labrador Retriever
Timber Wolf
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Snuggle
Willing to Please
Aggressive
Living Environment
Labrador Retriever
Timber Wolf
Apartment
Yes
No
Indoor
Yes
No
Small Yard
Yes
No
Medium Yard
Yes
No
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
30-90 °F
-50-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Labrador Retriever
Timber Wolf
Energy Level
High
Very High
Exercise Required
High
Very High
Top Running Speed
20 MPH
37 MPH
Strength
High
Very High
Grooming Needs
Labrador Retriever
Timber Wolf
Coat Maintenance
Medium
Medium
Shedding
High
Very High
Dander
Medium
High
Drool
Medium
Medium
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Labrador Retriever
Timber Wolf
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
No
Independent
No
Yes
Breed Focus
Labrador Retriever
Timber Wolf
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
Yes
No
Breed Instincts
Labrador Retriever
Timber Wolf
Aggression
None
Above Average
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Above Average
Chasing
Below Average
Above Average
Follow Commands
Average
Below Average
Fighting
None
Above Average
Guarding
None
Average
Herding
None
Average
Hunting
Above Average
Above Average
Protection
None
Above Average
Remove Vermin
Below Average
Average
Sled Pulling
Below Average
Below Average
Watch / Guardian
Below Average
Below Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Labrador Retriever
Timber Wolf
Average Lifespan
10-12 Years
5-10 Years
Health Concerns
Labrador Retriever
Timber Wolf
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
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Labrador Retriever
Timber Wolf
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Double
Coat Texture
Straight
Rough
Coat Length
Short
Medium
Coat Coloring
Labrador Retriever
Timber Wolf
Breed Colors
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