Labrador Retriever vs Roman Rottweiler

Compare the Labrador Retriever to the Roman Rottweiler. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Labrador Retrievers and Roman Rottweilers.

Labrador Retriever vs Roman Rottweiler
Labrador Retriever
Roman Rottweiler
Labrador Retriever
Roman Rottweiler
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General Details
Labrador Retriever
Roman Rottweiler
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
10-12 Years
10-12 Years
Height
21-24 Inches
24½-30 Inches
Weight
55-80 Pounds
75-120 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Labrador Retriever
Roman Rottweiler
Origin Country
Canada
Italy
Origin Year
1700 AD
74 AD
Temperament
Labrador Retriever
Roman Rottweiler
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
Roman Rottweiler
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Snuggle
Willing to Please
Aggressive
Loving
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Labrador Retriever
Roman Rottweiler
Apartment
Yes
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
Yes
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
30-90 °F
45-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Labrador Retriever
Roman Rottweiler
Energy Level
High
Low to High
Exercise Required
High
Medium
Top Running Speed
20 MPH
24 MPH
Strength
High
Very High
Grooming Needs
Labrador Retriever
Roman Rottweiler
Coat Maintenance
Medium
Low
Shedding
High
Low
Dander
Medium
Low
Drool
Medium
Medium
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Labrador Retriever
Roman Rottweiler
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Labrador Retriever
Roman Rottweiler
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
Yes
No
Breed Instincts
Labrador Retriever
Roman Rottweiler
Aggression
None
Average
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
None
Chasing
Below Average
Below Average
Follow Commands
Average
Above Average
Fighting
None
Above Average
Guarding
None
None
Herding
None
None
Hunting
Above Average
Below Average
Protection
None
Above Average
Remove Vermin
Below Average
Below Average
Sled Pulling
Below Average
Above Average
Watch / Guardian
Below Average
Above Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Labrador Retriever
Roman Rottweiler
Average Lifespan
10-12 Years
10-12 Years
Health Concerns
Labrador Retriever
Roman Rottweiler
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
Entropion
Hip dysplasia
Obesity
Back issues
Joint problems
Drooling
ACL injury
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Labrador Retriever
Roman Rottweiler
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Double
Coat Texture
Straight
Straight
Coat Length
Short
Short
Coat Coloring
Labrador Retriever
Roman Rottweiler
Breed Colors
Black
Black
Chocolate
Chocolate
Yellow
Yellow
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