Labrador Retriever vs Wetterhoun
Labrador Retriever
The Labrador Retriever is known for his friendly and balanced temperament.
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Wetterhoun
The Wetterhoun is a robust, independent dog with a strong character.
View profile→| Attribute | Labrador Retriever | Wetterhoun |
|---|---|---|
| Size | Medium | Medium |
| Height | 55 - 62 cm | 55 - 58 cm |
| Weight | 31 kg | 28 kg |
| Life Expectancy | 12 years | 13 years |
| FCI Group | Retrievers, Flushing Dogs, Water Dogs | Retrievers, Flushing Dogs, Water Dogs |
| Grooming | Low | Medium |
| Shedding | High | Low |
| Energy Level | High | Medium |
| Trainability | High | Low |
| Child Friendly | High | Low |
| Character | The Labrador Retriever is known for his friendly and balanced temperament. | The Wetterhoun is a robust, independent dog with a strong character. |
Comparison
Labrador Retriever
Wetterhoun
Summary
The Labrador Retriever is a medium dog (31 kg) with a life expectancy of 12 years. The Wetterhoun is medium (28 kg) and lives 13 years. For grooming, the Labrador Retriever rates low, the Wetterhoun medium. The Labrador Retriever scores high for child-friendliness, the Wetterhoun low. For beginners, the Labrador Retriever is the better choice. The Wetterhoun is lower-maintenance overall.
Which breed is a better fit?
For Beginners
Labrador Retriever has high trainability with high energy
Labrador RetrieverFor Families
Labrador Retriever has high child-friendliness
Labrador RetrieverFor Active People
Labrador Retriever has high energy level
Labrador RetrieverLow Maintenance
Wetterhoun: grooming medium, shedding low
WetterhounFor Apartments
Wetterhoun is medium with medium energy
WetterhounFrequently Asked Questions
The Labrador Retriever is a medium dog (31 kg) with high energy. The Wetterhoun is medium (28 kg) with medium energy. The Labrador Retriever lives 12 years, the Wetterhoun 13 years.