Labrador Retriever vs Wire Fox Terrier

Compare the Labrador Retriever to the Wire Fox Terrier. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Labrador Retrievers and Wire Fox Terriers.

Labrador Retriever vs Wire Fox Terrier
Labrador Retriever
Wire Fox Terrier
Labrador Retriever
Wire Fox Terrier
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General Details
Labrador Retriever
Wire Fox Terrier
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
Yes
Lifespan
10-12 Years
10-15 Years
Height
21-24 Inches
14-15 Inches
Weight
55-80 Pounds
15-19 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Labrador Retriever
Wire Fox Terrier
Origin Country
Canada
United Kingdom
Origin Year
1700 AD
1876 AD
Temperament
Labrador Retriever
Wire Fox Terrier
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Above Average
Average
Stranger Friendly
Above Average
Average
Personality
Labrador Retriever
Wire Fox Terrier
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Snuggle
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Needy
Stubborn
Living Environment
Labrador Retriever
Wire Fox Terrier
Apartment
Yes
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
Yes
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
30-90 °F
40-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Below Average
Exercise Needs
Labrador Retriever
Wire Fox Terrier
Energy Level
High
High
Exercise Required
High
Medium
Top Running Speed
20 MPH
24 MPH
Strength
High
High
Grooming Needs
Labrador Retriever
Wire Fox Terrier
Coat Maintenance
Medium
Low
Shedding
High
None to Low
Dander
Medium
Low
Drool
Medium
None
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Labrador Retriever
Wire Fox Terrier
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
No
Independent
No
Yes
Breed Focus
Labrador Retriever
Wire Fox Terrier
Distracted Easy
No
Yes
Focused & Patient
Yes
No
Breed Instincts
Labrador Retriever
Wire Fox Terrier
Aggression
None
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Average
Chasing
Below Average
Above Average
Follow Commands
Average
Average
Fighting
None
Average
Guarding
None
Average
Herding
None
Average
Hunting
Above Average
Above Average
Protection
None
Average
Remove Vermin
Below Average
Above Average
Sled Pulling
Below Average
Below Average
Watch / Guardian
Below Average
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Labrador Retriever
Wire Fox Terrier
Average Lifespan
10-12 Years
10-15 Years
Health Concerns
Labrador Retriever
Wire Fox Terrier
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
Legg-Calve-Perthes disease
Epilepsy
Deafness
Arthritis
Eye problems
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Labrador Retriever
Wire Fox Terrier
Coat Type
Fur
Hair
Coat Layering
Double
Double
Wire
Coat Texture
Straight
Rough
Coat Length
Short
Medium
Coat Coloring
Labrador Retriever
Wire Fox Terrier
Breed Colors
Black
Black
Chocolate
Chocolate
Yellow
Yellow
White
White
White and Black
White and Black
White and Tan
White and Tan
White, Black, and Tan
White, Black, and Tan
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