Curly-coated Retriever vs Labrador Retriever

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

Labrador Retriever vs Curly-Coated Retriever
Labrador Retriever
Curly-Coated Retriever
Labrador Retriever
Curly-Coated Retriever
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General Details
Labrador Retriever
Curly-Coated Retriever
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
10-12 Years
8-12 Years
Height
21-24 Inches
23-27 Inches
Weight
55-80 Pounds
60-70 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Labrador Retriever
Curly-Coated Retriever
Origin Country
Canada
United Kingdom
Origin Year
1700 AD
1700 AD
Temperament
Labrador Retriever
Curly-Coated Retriever
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
Average
Personality
Labrador Retriever
Curly-Coated Retriever
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Snuggle
Willing to Please
Loving
Needy
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Labrador Retriever
Curly-Coated Retriever
Apartment
Yes
No
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
No
Medium Yard
Yes
No
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
30-90 °F
45-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Labrador Retriever
Curly-Coated Retriever
Energy Level
High
High
Exercise Required
High
High to Very High
Top Running Speed
20 MPH
24 MPH
Strength
High
High
Grooming Needs
Labrador Retriever
Curly-Coated Retriever
Coat Maintenance
Medium
Low
Shedding
High
Medium
Dander
Medium
Medium
Drool
Medium
None
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Labrador Retriever
Curly-Coated Retriever
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
Yes
Breed Focus
Labrador Retriever
Curly-Coated Retriever
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
Yes
No
Breed Instincts
Labrador Retriever
Curly-Coated Retriever
Aggression
None
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
None
Chasing
Below Average
Average
Follow Commands
Average
None
Fighting
None
Below Average
Guarding
None
Above Average
Herding
None
None
Hunting
Above Average
Above Average
Protection
None
Above Average
Remove Vermin
Below Average
None
Sled Pulling
Below Average
None
Watch / Guardian
Below Average
Above Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Labrador Retriever
Curly-Coated Retriever
Average Lifespan
10-12 Years
8-12 Years
Health Concerns
Labrador Retriever
Curly-Coated Retriever
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
Cancer
Hip dysplasia
Heart problems
Eye diseases
Hair Loss
Glycogen storage disease type III
Exercise Induced Collapse
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Labrador Retriever
Curly-Coated Retriever
Coat Type
Fur
Hair
Coat Layering
Double
Curly
Single
Coat Texture
Straight
Shaggy
Wavy
Coat Length
Short
Short
Coat Coloring
Labrador Retriever
Curly-Coated Retriever
Breed Colors
Black
Black
Chocolate
Chocolate
Yellow
Yellow
Black
Black
Liver
Liver
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