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Indian pariah dog vs Labrador Retriever vs Rhodesian Ridgeback Comparison - Dog breed selector: INDog or Lab or African Lion Hound? Find the right dog for you

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Name Indian pariah dog Labrador Retriever Rhodesian Ridgeback
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Group Companion Dogs Gun Dog Hunting Dogs
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INDog Lab
Labrador
African Lion Hound
African Lion Dog
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Indian pariah dog vs Labrador Retriever vs Rhodesian Ridgeback breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Indian pariah dog vs Labrador Retriever vs Rhodesian Ridgeback Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Indian pariah dog or Labrador Retriever or Rhodesian Ridgeback? Which is the smallest dog, Indian pariah dog or Labrador Retriever or Rhodesian Ridgeback?
Large
Medium
Large Large
Weight
Which is heavier, Indian pariah dog or Labrador Retriever or Labrador Retriever? Indian pariah dog vs Labrador Retriever vs Rhodesian Ridgeback weight comparison:
Male: 35-45 pounds (16-20 kg), Female: 30-40 pounds (14-18 kg) Male: 60-75 pounds (27-34kg), Female: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg) Male: 80-90 pounds (36-41 kg), Female: 65-75 pounds (29-34 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 40 pounds (18 kg), Female: 35 pounds (16 kg) Male: 67.5 pounds (30.5 kg), Female: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg) Male: 85 pounds (38.5 kg), Female: 70 pounds (31.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Indian pariah dog or Labrador Retriever or Rhodesian Ridgeback? Indian pariah dog vs Labrador Retriever vs Rhodesian Ridgeback height comparison:
Male: 23-25 inches (57-64 cm), Female: 21-23.5 inches (53-60 cm) Male: 22-24 inches (56-61cm), Female: 21-23 inches (53-58 cm) Male: 25-27 inches (63-69 cm), Female: 24-26 inches (61-66 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 24 inches (57 cm), Female: 22 inches (56 cm) Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 22 inches (55.5 cm) Male: 26 inches (66 cm), Female: 25 inches (63.5 cm)

Indian pariah dog vs Labrador Retriever vs Rhodesian Ridgeback Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Indian pariah dog or Labrador Retriever or Rhodesian Ridgeback? Which is more expensive?
$300-$400 $1000-$2000 $900-$1200
Availability
Which is easier to get, Indian pariah dog or Labrador Retriever or Rhodesian Ridgeback?
Average: The Indian pariah dog is a commonly available dog breed.
Very frequent: The Labrador Retriever is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Rhodesian Ridgeback is quite easy to get.

Indian pariah dog vs Labrador Retriever vs Rhodesian Ridgeback Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Indian pariah dog vs Labrador Retriever vs Rhodesian Ridgeback intelligence:
Smart: The Indian pariah dog dogs have great intelligence.
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Outstanding: Labrador Retriever is one of the brightest dog breeds.
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Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Trainability
Indian pariah dog vs Labrador Retriever vs Rhodesian Ridgeback trainability comparison.
Indian pariah dog dogs are very easy to train.
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Labrador Retriever dogs are very easy to train.
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Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs are quite easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Indian pariah dog or Labrador Retriever or Rhodesian Ridgeback?
Indian pariah dog dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Labrador Retriever dogs are average watchdogs.
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Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs are average watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Indian pariah dog or Labrador Retriever or Rhodesian Ridgeback? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Indian pariah dog dogs are average defenders.
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Labrador Retriever dogs are average defenders.
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Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Indian pariah dog vs Labrador Retriever vs Rhodesian Ridgeback Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Indian pariah dog or Labrador Retriever or Rhodesian Ridgeback? Indian pariah dog vs Labrador Retriever vs Rhodesian Ridgeback behavior/temperament comparison:
Docile
Cautious
Playful
Loving
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Affectionate
Loyal
Gentle
Going
Social
Cheerful
Dignified
Sensitive
Intelligent
Loyal
Strong
Willed
Mischievous
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Sensitive: Labrador Retriever dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Indian pariah dog vs Labrador Retriever vs Rhodesian Ridgeback?
High: Indian pariah dog dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Slightly Below Average: Labrador Retriever dogs may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence.
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High: Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Indian pariah dog vs Labrador Retriever vs Rhodesian Ridgeback social needs comparison:
Indian pariah dog dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Labrador Retriever dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs are a social breed.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
The wanderlust potential of the Indian pariah dog is strong enough to escape from home.
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Labrador Retriever dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Indian pariah dog dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals.
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Labrador Retriever dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals.
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Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Indian pariah dog vs Labrador Retriever vs Rhodesian Ridgeback Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Indian pariah dog vs Labrador Retriever vs Rhodesian Ridgeback playfulness comparison:
The Indian pariah dog is a highly playful breed.
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The Labrador Retriever is a highly playful breed.
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The Rhodesian Ridgeback is a playful breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Indian pariah dog vs Labrador Retriever vs Rhodesian Ridgeback?
Average to High: The Indian pariah dog is a vocal breed.
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Average: The Labrador Retriever barks occasionally.
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Low to Average: The Rhodesian Ridgeback rarely barks.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Indian pariah dog or Labrador Retriever or Rhodesian Ridgeback?
Apartment-friendly dog the Indian pariah dog breed.
It is not recommended to keep the Labrador Retriever breed in the home.
It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Rhodesian Ridgeback indoors.

Indian pariah dog vs Labrador Retriever vs Rhodesian Ridgeback Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
Indian pariah dog dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Labrador Retriever dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Indian pariah dog or Labrador Retriever or Rhodesian Ridgeback?
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.
Labrador Retriever dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.

Indian pariah dog vs Labrador Retriever vs Rhodesian Ridgeback Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Indian pariah dog or Labrador Retriever or Rhodesian Ridgeback?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Indian pariah dog bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Labrador Retriever bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Rhodesian Ridgeback bite force: Ordinary.
Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:

Low 🔽

The Indian pariah dog has a low chance of biting somebody.

Moderate

The Labrador Retriever has an average chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Rhodesian Ridgeback has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Indian pariah dog vs Labrador Retriever vs Rhodesian Ridgeback mouthiness comparison:
Indian pariah dog dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Labrador Retriever dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Indian pariah dog vs Labrador Retriever vs Rhodesian Ridgeback Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Indian pariah dog vs Labrador Retriever vs Rhodesian Ridgeback health comparison. Which is the healthier: Indian pariah dog vs Labrador Retriever vs Rhodesian Ridgeback?
Very healthy dog breed.
The Labrador Retriever is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The Rhodesian Ridgeback is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Indian pariah dog vs Labrador Retriever vs Rhodesian Ridgeback? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Indian pariah dog vs Labrador Retriever vs Rhodesian Ridgeback health problems comparison:
No data available Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Bloat
Epilepsy
Ear Infections
Elbow Dysplasia
Osteochondrosis Dissecans
Tricuspid Valve Dysplasia
Acute Moist Dermatitis
Cold Tail
Myopathy
Hip Dysplasia
Dermoid Sinus
Elbow Dysplasia
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Rare
The Indian pariah dog should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Average
The Labrador Retriever should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Average
The Rhodesian Ridgeback should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Life Expectancy
Indian pariah dog vs Labrador Retriever vs Rhodesian Ridgeback lifespan comparison. How long do Indian pariah dog, Labrador Retriever and Rhodesian Ridgeback breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Indian pariah dog: 13 years
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Labrador Retriever: 11 years
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Rhodesian Ridgeback: 11 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Indian pariah dog vs Labrador Retriever vs Rhodesian Ridgeback?
Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
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Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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Indian pariah dog vs Labrador Retriever vs Rhodesian Ridgeback Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Indian pariah dog or Labrador Retriever or Rhodesian Ridgeback? Indian pariah dog vs Labrador Retriever vs Rhodesian Ridgeback energy level comparison:
Indian pariah dog dogs are high-energy dogs.
Labrador Retriever dogs are high-energy dogs.
Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Indian pariah dog vs Labrador Retriever vs Rhodesian Ridgeback exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Indian pariah dog or Labrador Retriever or Rhodesian Ridgeback? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Indian pariah dog dogs need a lot of exercises.
Labrador Retriever dogs need a lot of exercises.
Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Indian pariah dog or Labrador Retriever or Rhodesian Ridgeback?
Indian pariah dog dogs don't need too much sleep.
Labrador Retriever dogs don't need too much sleep.
Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.

Indian pariah dog vs Labrador Retriever vs Rhodesian Ridgeback Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Indian pariah dog or Labrador Retriever or Rhodesian Ridgeback?
1.5 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. Recommended daily amount: 2.5 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. Recommended daily amount: 2 3/4 to 4 3/8 cups of a high-quality daily, divided into two meals.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Indian pariah dog vs Labrador Retriever vs Rhodesian Ridgeback weight gain potential comparison:
Low to Average: The Indian pariah dog has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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High: The Labrador Retriever breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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Average: The Rhodesian Ridgeback has an average risk for obesity.
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Indian pariah dog vs Labrador Retriever vs Rhodesian Ridgeback Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Indian pariah dog vs Labrador Retriever vs Rhodesian Ridgeback coat comparison:
Smooth
Double
Dense
Waterproof
Hard
Short
Dense
Colors
What are the original Indian pariah dog, Labrador Retriever and Rhodesian Ridgeback color?
Various combinations Black
Yellow
Chocolate
Gray
Red
White
Golden
Wheaten
Copper
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Indian pariah dog or Labrador Retriever or Rhodesian Ridgeback? Indian pariah dog vs Labrador Retriever vs Rhodesian Ridgeback grooming comparison:
Easy to groom: The Indian pariah dog doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Effortless: The Labrador Retriever requires minimal grooming.
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Effortless: The Rhodesian Ridgeback requires minimal grooming.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Indian pariah dog or Labrador Retriever or Rhodesian Ridgeback? Indian pariah dog or Labrador Retriever or {name3 shedding:
Indian pariah dog dogs are low shedders.
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Labrador Retriever dogs shed moderately.
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Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs shed none to minimal.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Indian pariah dog or Labrador Retriever or Rhodesian Ridgeback?
3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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Hypoallergenic
Indian pariah dog vs Labrador Retriever vs Rhodesian Ridgeback hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?
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Stinkiness
Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Indian pariah dog vs Labrador Retriever vs Rhodesian Ridgeback?

Medium

The Indian pariah dog has an average chance of bad smell.

High 🔼

The Labrador Retriever has a high chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Rhodesian Ridgeback has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?
The Indian pariah dog is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency.
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The Labrador Retriever is an average drooler.
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The Rhodesian Ridgeback is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Indian pariah dog vs Labrador Retriever vs Rhodesian Ridgeback Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Indian pariah dog dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Labrador Retriever dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Indian pariah dog or Labrador Retriever or Rhodesian Ridgeback? Which dog is more friendly?
Indian pariah dog dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Labrador Retriever dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Indian pariah dog or Labrador Retriever or Rhodesian Ridgeback?
Indian pariah dog dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Labrador Retriever dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Indian pariah dog or Labrador Retriever or Rhodesian Ridgeback?
Indian pariah dog dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Labrador Retriever dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Indian pariah dog or Labrador Retriever or Rhodesian Ridgeback?
Indian pariah dog dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Labrador Retriever dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Indian pariah dog vs Labrador Retriever vs Rhodesian Ridgeback?
Yes
Indian pariah dog dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Labrador Retriever dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
Indian pariah dog is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Labrador Retriever is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Rhodesian Ridgeback is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
Indian pariah dogs are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Labrador Retrievers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Rhodesian Ridgebacks are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Indian pariah dog vs Labrador Retriever vs Rhodesian Ridgeback As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog
Which one could be a service dog?

Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Yes

This breed makes good as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Therapy Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: Indian pariah dog or Labrador Retriever or Rhodesian Ridgeback? Which is better for autism?

Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog
Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?

Not really

They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.

Yes

After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.

Not really

They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR)
Which one could be a search and rescue dog?

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.

Yes

This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog
Which one could be a boat dog: Indian pariah dog vs Labrador Retriever vs Rhodesian Ridgeback?

Not really

Indian pariah dog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Yes

Labrador Retriever breed usually likes being on a boat.
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Not really

Rhodesian Ridgeback breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog
Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?

Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Fighting Dog / Military Dog

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Yes

In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

Indian pariah dog vs Labrador Retriever vs Rhodesian Ridgeback Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length 60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency

Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Litter Size
How many puppies can Indian pariah dog and Labrador Retriever and Rhodesian Ridgeback have?
6-9 puppies 5-10 puppies 6-8 puppies

Indian pariah dog vs Labrador Retriever vs Rhodesian Ridgeback Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1917 as a Sporting breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1955 as a Hound breed.
FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI?
Not recognized by FCI. Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Retrievers section. Recognized by FCI in the Scent hounds and related breeds group, in the Related breeds section.
Breed Recognition
What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?
No data available American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
Canadian Canine Registry
American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
Rhodesian Ridgeback Club Of The US

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