Labrador Retriever vs African Wild Dog

Compare the Labrador Retriever to the African Wild Dog. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Labrador Retrievers and African Wild Dogs.

Labrador Retriever vs African Wild Dog
Labrador Retriever
African Wild Dog
Labrador Retriever
African Wild Dog
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General Details
Labrador Retriever
African Wild Dog
Breed Type
Purebred
Wild
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
10-12 Years
10-12 Years
Height
21-24 Inches
24-30 Inches
Weight
55-80 Pounds
44-66 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Labrador Retriever
African Wild Dog
Origin Country
Canada
Egypt
Origin Year
1700 AD
Unspecified
Temperament
Labrador Retriever
African Wild Dog
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
African Wild Dog
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Snuggle
Willing to Please
Aggressive
Living Environment
Labrador Retriever
African Wild Dog
Apartment
Yes
No
Indoor
Yes
No
Small Yard
Yes
No
Medium Yard
Yes
No
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
30-90 °F
40-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Above Average
Exercise Needs
Labrador Retriever
African Wild Dog
Energy Level
High
High to Very High
Exercise Required
High
Low
Top Running Speed
20 MPH
41 MPH
Strength
High
High
Grooming Needs
Labrador Retriever
African Wild Dog
Coat Maintenance
Medium
Low
Shedding
High
Low
Dander
Medium
Low
Drool
Medium
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Labrador Retriever
African Wild Dog
Dominant / Alpha
No
Yes
Family / Pack
Yes
No
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Labrador Retriever
African Wild Dog
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
Yes
No
Breed Instincts
Labrador Retriever
African Wild Dog
Aggression
None
Above Average
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Above Average
Chasing
Below Average
Above Average
Follow Commands
Average
None
Fighting
None
Above Average
Guarding
None
Average
Herding
None
Above Average
Hunting
Above Average
Above Average
Protection
None
Below Average
Remove Vermin
Below Average
Above Average
Sled Pulling
Below Average
None
Watch / Guardian
Below Average
Above Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Labrador Retriever
African Wild Dog
Average Lifespan
10-12 Years
10-12 Years
Health Concerns
Labrador Retriever
African Wild Dog
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
Rabies
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Labrador Retriever
African Wild Dog
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Single
Coat Texture
Straight
Rough
Coat Length
Short
Short
Coat Coloring
Labrador Retriever
African Wild Dog
Breed Colors
Black
Black
Chocolate
Chocolate
Yellow
Yellow
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