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Name	Rat Terrier	Miniature American Shepherd	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever
Origins	United States	United States	Canada
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Working Dogs	Gun Dog
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Decker Giant Rat Rattie Ratting Terrier American Rat Terrier	Ameri Mini American North American Shepherd	Little River Duck Dog Novie Scotty Toller
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Rat Terrier vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Rat Terrier vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Rat Terrier or Miniature American Shepherd or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever? Which is the smallest dog, Rat Terrier or Miniature American Shepherd or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever?	Small	Small Medium	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Rat Terrier or Miniature American Shepherd or Miniature American Shepherd? Rat Terrier vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever weight comparison:	Standard: 12-35 pounds (5.5-16 kg)	15-35 pounds (6-16 kg)	37-51 pounds (17-23 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Standard: 23.5 pounds (5.10.5 kg)	25 pounds (11 kg)	44 pounds (20 kg)
Height Which is taller, Rat Terrier or Miniature American Shepherd or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever? Rat Terrier vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever height comparison:	Standard: 14-23 inches (35.5-58.5 cm)	Male: 14–18 inches (36–46 cm), Female: 13–17 inches (33–43 cm)	17-21 inches (43-53 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Standard: 18.5 inches (35.5-58.5 cm)	Male: 14–18 inches (36–46 cm), Female: 13–17 inches (33–43 cm)	19 inches (48 cm)

Rat Terrier vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Rat Terrier or Miniature American Shepherd or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever? Which is more expensive?	$300-$500	$900-$1000	$1800-$2000
Availability Which is easier to get, Rat Terrier or Miniature American Shepherd or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever?	Very frequent: The Rat Terrier is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Miniature American Shepherd is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever is quite easy to get.

Rat Terrier vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Rat Terrier vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever intelligence:	Smart: The Rat Terrier dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Rat Terrier vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever trainability comparison.	Rat Terrier dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Miniature American Shepherd dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Rat Terrier or Miniature American Shepherd or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever?	Rat Terrier dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Miniature American Shepherd dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Rat Terrier or Miniature American Shepherd or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Rat Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Miniature American Shepherd dogs are average defenders. See more.	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs are average defenders. See more.
Guard Dog Breeds List

Rat Terrier vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Rat Terrier or Miniature American Shepherd or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever? Rat Terrier vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever behavior/temperament comparison:	Loving Alert Affectionate Lively Inquisitive	Energetic Intelligent Loyal Devoted	Playful Energetic Alert Courageous Responsive Affectionate Gentle
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Rat Terrier vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever?	High: Rat Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: Miniature American Shepherd dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	High: Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Rat Terrier vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever social needs comparison:	Rat Terrier dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Miniature American Shepherd dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	The wanderlust potential of the Rat Terrier is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Miniature American Shepherd dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Rat Terrier dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Miniature American Shepherd dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Rat Terrier vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Rat Terrier vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever playfulness comparison:	Average: Rat Terriers, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Miniature American Shepherd is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever is a highly playful breed. See more.
Most Playful Dog Breeds
Barking Which dog barks more/less: Rat Terrier vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever?	Average: The Rat Terrier barks occasionally. See more.	Low to Average: The Miniature American Shepherd rarely barks. See more.	Average: The Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever barks occasionally. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Rat Terrier or Miniature American Shepherd or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever?	Very house-friendly dog the Rat Terrier breed.	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 Miniature American Shepherd indoors.	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 Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever indoors.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Rat Terrier vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Rat Terrier dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Miniature American Shepherd dogs don't adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Rat Terrier or Miniature American Shepherd or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever?	Rat Terrier dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever 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.

Rat Terrier vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Rat Terrier or Miniature American Shepherd or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever?	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Rat Terrier bite force: Weak.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Miniature American Shepherd bite force: Weak.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	Low 🔽 The Rat Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Miniature American Shepherd has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Rat Terrier vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever mouthiness comparison:	Rat Terrier dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Miniature American Shepherd dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Rat Terrier vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Rat Terrier vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever health comparison. Which is the healthier: Rat Terrier vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever?	The Rat Terrier is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Miniature American Shepherds tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retrievers are commonly healthy dogs.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Rat Terrier vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Rat Terrier vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Legg-perthes Disease Patellar Luxation Eye Problems Heart Problems	No data available	No data available
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Rat Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Frequent The Miniature American Shepherd should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Rare The Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Rat Terrier vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever lifespan comparison. How long do Rat Terrier, Miniature American Shepherd and Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	14-18 years The average lifespan of Rat Terrier: 16 years	13-15 years The average lifespan of Miniature American Shepherd: 14 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Rat Terrier vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever?	Prefers warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. See more.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Rat Terrier vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Rat Terrier or Miniature American Shepherd or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever? Rat Terrier vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever energy level comparison:	Rat Terrier dogs are high-energy dogs.	Miniature American Shepherd dogs are high-energy dogs.	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Rat Terrier vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Rat Terrier or Miniature American Shepherd or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Rat Terrier dogs have an average exercise need.	Miniature American Shepherd dogs have an average exercise need.	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Rat Terrier or Miniature American Shepherd or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever?	Rat Terrier dogs don't need too much sleep.	Miniature American Shepherd dogs don't need too much sleep.	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Rat Terrier vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Rat Terrier or Miniature American Shepherd or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever?	No data available	1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	2.5 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Rat Terrier vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Rat Terrier has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Miniature American Shepherd has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Rat Terrier vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Rat Terrier vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever coat comparison:	Dense Shiny	Smooth	Waterproof
Colors What are the original Rat Terrier, Miniature American Shepherd and Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever color?	Black Tan Blue White Brown Tricolor	Black Blue White Merle	Red Gold
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Rat Terrier or Miniature American Shepherd or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever? Rat Terrier vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever grooming comparison:	Effortless: The Rat Terrier requires minimal grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The Miniature American Shepherd doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Rat Terrier or Miniature American Shepherd or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever? Rat Terrier or Miniature American Shepherd or {name3 shedding:	Rat Terrier dogs shed above average. See more.	Miniature American Shepherd dogs shed moderately. See more.	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Rat Terrier or Miniature American Shepherd or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever?	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Hypoallergenic Rat Terrier vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Rat Terrier vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever?	Medium ⏺ The Rat Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Miniature American Shepherd has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Rat Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Miniature American Shepherd is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Rat Terrier vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Rat Terrier dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Miniature American Shepherd dogs are generally with other pets.	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Rat Terrier or Miniature American Shepherd or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever? Which dog is more friendly?	Rat Terrier dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Miniature American Shepherd dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Rat Terrier or Miniature American Shepherd or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever?	Rat Terrier dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Miniature American Shepherd dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Rat Terrier or Miniature American Shepherd or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever?	Rat Terrier dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Miniature American Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Rat Terrier or Miniature American Shepherd or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever?	Rat Terrier dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Miniature American Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Rat Terrier vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever?	Yes Rat Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	No Miniature American Shepherd dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.	Yes Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Rat Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Miniature American Shepherd is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Rat Terriers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Miniature American Shepherds are usually recommended for elderly people.	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retrievers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Rat Terrier vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever 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. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Rat Terrier or Miniature American Shepherd or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
Therapy Dog Breeds
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.	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.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR) Which one could be 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.	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: Rat Terrier vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever?	Not really Rat Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Miniature American Shepherd breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Yes Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.
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. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
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.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Rat Terrier vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever 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. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.
Litter Size How many puppies can Rat Terrier and Miniature American Shepherd and Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever have?	5-7 puppies	2-6 puppies	6-10 puppies
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Rat Terrier vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2013 as a Terrier breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2015 as a Herding breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2003 as a Sporting breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Not recognized by FCI.	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Retrievers section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club United Kennel Club	No data available	No data available

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