Labrador Retriever vs Miniature Poodle

Compare the Labrador Retriever to the Miniature Poodle. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Labrador Retrievers and Miniature Poodles.

Labrador Retriever

Miniature Poodle

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General Details

Labrador Retriever

Miniature Poodle

Breed Type

Purebred

Allergy Friendly

Yes

Lifespan

10-12 Years

14-15 Years

Height

21-24 Inches

10-15 Inches

Weight

55-80 Pounds

12-18 Pounds

Intelligence

Above Average

History

Labrador Retriever

Miniature Poodle

Origin Country

Canada

United Kingdom

Origin Year

1700 AD

Temperament

Labrador Retriever

Miniature Poodle

Overall Friendliness

Above Average

Family Friendly

Above Average

Child Friendly

Above Average

Pet Friendly

Above Average

Stranger Friendly

Above Average

Personality

Labrador Retriever

Miniature Poodle

Traits

Affectionate

Loving

Snuggle

Willing to Please

Affectionate

Loving

Willing to Please

Living Environment

Labrador Retriever

Miniature Poodle

Apartment

Yes

Indoor

Yes

Small Yard

Yes

Medium Yard

Yes

Large Yard

Yes

Temperature Tolerance

30-90 °F

35-80 °F

Barks/Howls

Average

Exercise Needs

Labrador Retriever

Miniature Poodle

Energy Level

High

Exercise Required

High

Medium to High

Top Running Speed

20 MPH

18 MPH

Strength

High

Low to Medium

Grooming Needs

Labrador Retriever

Miniature Poodle

Coat Maintenance

Medium

High

Shedding

High

None

Dander

Medium

None

Drool

Medium

None

Instincts and Behavior

Breed Mentality

Labrador Retriever

Miniature Poodle

Dominant / Alpha

Family / Pack

Yes

Independent

Breed Focus

Labrador Retriever

Miniature Poodle

Distracted Easy

Yes

Focused & Patient

Yes

Breed Instincts

Labrador Retriever

Miniature Poodle

Aggression

None

Burrow / Digging

Below Average

None

Chasing

Below Average

Follow Commands

Average

Fighting

None

Below Average

Guarding

None

Herding

None

Below Average

Hunting

Above Average

Average

Protection

None

Remove Vermin

Below Average

None

Sled Pulling

Below Average

None

Watch / Guardian

Below Average

Average

Health Comparison

Lifespan

Labrador Retriever

Miniature Poodle

Average Lifespan

10-12 Years

14-15 Years

Health Concerns

Labrador Retriever

Miniature Poodle

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

Addison's disease

Bloat

Hip dysplasia

Epilepsy

Appearance Comparison

Coat

Labrador Retriever

Miniature Poodle

Coat Type

Fur

Hair

Coat Layering

Double

Single

Coat Texture

Straight

Rough

Wavy

Coat Length

Short

Long

Coat Coloring

Labrador Retriever

Miniature Poodle

Breed Colors