Breed comparison
Greyhound vs Labrador Retriever
Weights come from the Petboost breed data. Everything else is from the breed standards listed on each breed page, and a field a source does not state is left blank.
| Breed | | |
|---|---|---|
| Adult weight | 23 to 39 kg | 25 to 36 kg |
| Height | 69 to 76 cm | 55 to 57 cm |
| Lifespan | 12 to 14 years | - |
| Coat | fine and close | short, dense, without wave or feathering, with a weather resistant undercoat |
| Shedding | ||
| Grooming effort | ||
| Energy | ||
| Trainability | ||
| Good with children | ||
| Suits an apartment |
What sets them apart
- Labrador Retriever sheds more (4 out of 5, against 2 for Greyhound).
- Labrador Retriever has more energy (5 out of 5, against 2 for Greyhound).
- Labrador Retriever is easier to train (5 out of 5, against 3 for Greyhound).
Which suits you
- A smaller home or apartment. Greyhound is rated as the better fit.
- Young children. Labrador Retriever is rated as the better fit.
- A low grooming budget. Greyhound needs less grooming.
- An active owner. Labrador Retriever has more energy to match.
- A first-time owner. Labrador Retriever is rated easier to train.
- Find a local groomer or daycarePet businesses near you that take bookings online.
- Breed finderAnswer a few questions and see which breeds fit how you live.
General information, not veterinary advice. Speak with your vet about your own pet.