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Giant Schnauzer vs Vizsla vs Great Pyrenees Comparison - Dog breed selector: Riesenschnauzer or Hungarian Pointer or Chien De Montagne Des Pyrénées? Find the right dog for you

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Name Giant Schnauzer Vizsla Great Pyrenees
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Group Working Dogs Gun Dog Pastoral / Herding Dogs
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Riesenschnauzer Hungarian Pointer
Hungarian Short-Haired Pointer
Magyar Vizsla
Rövidszőrű Magyar Vizsla
Hungarian Vizsla
Chien De Montagne Des Pyrénées
Chien Des Pyrénées
Gos De Muntanya Dels Pirineus
Montañés Del Pirineo
Patou
Great Pyrenees
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Giant Schnauzer vs Vizsla vs Great Pyrenees breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Giant Schnauzer vs Vizsla vs Great Pyrenees Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Giant Schnauzer or Vizsla or Great Pyrenees? Which is the smallest dog, Giant Schnauzer or Vizsla or Great Pyrenees?
Giant Large Giant
Weight
Which is heavier, Giant Schnauzer or Vizsla or Vizsla? Giant Schnauzer vs Vizsla vs Great Pyrenees weight comparison:
Males 60-105 pounds (27-48 kg), Female: 55-75 pounds (25-34 kg) Male: 45-60 pounds (20-27 kg), Female: 40-55 pounds (18-25 kg) Male: from 100 pounds (45 kg), Female: from 85 pounds (38 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Males 82.5 pounds (37.5 kg), Female: 65 pounds (29.5 kg) Male: 52.5 pounds (23.5 kg), Female: 47.5 pounds (21.5 kg) Male: from 100 pounds (45 kg), Female: from 85 pounds (38 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Giant Schnauzer or Vizsla or Great Pyrenees? Giant Schnauzer vs Vizsla vs Great Pyrenees height comparison:
Male: 26-28 inches (66-71 cm), Female: 23-26 inches (58-66 cm) Male: 22-26 inches (56-66 cm), Female: 20-24 inches (51-61 cm) Male: 27-32 inches (69-81 cm), Female: 25-29 inches (63-74 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 27 inches (68.5 cm), Female: 24.5 inches (62 cm) Male: 24 inches (61 cm), Female: 22 inches (56 cm) Male: 29.5 inches (75 cm), Female: 27 inches (68.5 cm)

Giant Schnauzer vs Vizsla vs Great Pyrenees Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Giant Schnauzer or Vizsla or Great Pyrenees? Which is more expensive?
$1000-$1500 $800-$1200 $500-$600
Availability
Which is easier to get, Giant Schnauzer or Vizsla or Great Pyrenees?
Very frequent: The Giant Schnauzer is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Vizsla is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Great Pyrenees is quite easy to get.

Giant Schnauzer vs Vizsla vs Great Pyrenees Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Giant Schnauzer vs Vizsla vs Great Pyrenees intelligence:
Smart: The Giant Schnauzer dogs have great intelligence.
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Very smart: Vizsla is an excellent dog breed.
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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
Giant Schnauzer vs Vizsla vs Great Pyrenees trainability comparison.
Giant Schnauzer dogs are easy to train.
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Vizsla dogs are easy to train.
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Great Pyrenees dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Giant Schnauzer or Vizsla or Great Pyrenees?
Giant Schnauzer dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Vizsla dogs are average watchdogs.
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Great Pyrenees dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Giant Schnauzer or Vizsla or Great Pyrenees? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Giant Schnauzer dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Vizsla dogs are average defenders.
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Great Pyrenees dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Giant Schnauzer vs Vizsla vs Great Pyrenees Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Giant Schnauzer or Vizsla or Great Pyrenees? Giant Schnauzer vs Vizsla vs Great Pyrenees behavior/temperament comparison:
Powerful
Intelligent
Dominant
Loyal
Kind
Strong
Willed
Playful
Energetic
Protective
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Trainable
Companionable
Cheerful
Quiet
Easygoing
Willing
Evenly Tempered
Confident
Affectionate
Patient
Gentle
Strong
Willed
Fearless
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: Vizsla 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: Giant Schnauzer vs Vizsla vs Great Pyrenees?
Average: Giant Schnauzer dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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High: Vizsla dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Average: Great Pyrenees dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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Social Needs
Giant Schnauzer vs Vizsla vs Great Pyrenees social needs comparison:
Giant Schnauzer dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Vizsla dogs are a social breed.
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Great Pyrenees 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 Giant Schnauzer is strong enough to escape from home.
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Vizsla dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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Great Pyrenees 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?
Giant Schnauzer dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Vizsla dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals.
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Great Pyrenees dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Giant Schnauzer vs Vizsla vs Great Pyrenees Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Giant Schnauzer vs Vizsla vs Great Pyrenees playfulness comparison:
The Giant Schnauzer is a highly playful breed.
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The Vizsla is a highly playful breed.
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Great Pyreneess are not the most playful dog breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Giant Schnauzer vs Vizsla vs Great Pyrenees?
Average: The Giant Schnauzer barks occasionally.
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Average: The Vizsla barks occasionally.
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Average to High: The Great Pyrenees is a vocal breed.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Giant Schnauzer or Vizsla or Great Pyrenees?
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Giant Schnauzer breed.
It is not recommended to keep the Vizsla breed in the home.
It is not recommended to keep the Great Pyrenees breed in the home.

Giant Schnauzer vs Vizsla vs Great Pyrenees Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
Average: Giant Schnauzer dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Vizsla dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Great Pyrenees dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Giant Schnauzer or Vizsla or Great Pyrenees?
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.
Vizsla 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.
Great Pyrenees 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.

Giant Schnauzer vs Vizsla vs Great Pyrenees Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Giant Schnauzer or Vizsla or Great Pyrenees?

Above 400 PSI 🔼

Giant Schnauzer bite force: The Strongest.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Vizsla bite force: Ordinary.

Above 400 PSI 🔼

Great Pyrenees bite force: The Strongest.
Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:

Low 🔽

The Giant Schnauzer has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Vizsla has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Great Pyrenees has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Giant Schnauzer vs Vizsla vs Great Pyrenees mouthiness comparison:
Giant Schnauzer dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Vizsla dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Great Pyrenees dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Giant Schnauzer vs Vizsla vs Great Pyrenees Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Giant Schnauzer vs Vizsla vs Great Pyrenees health comparison. Which is the healthier: Giant Schnauzer vs Vizsla vs Great Pyrenees?
Giant Schnauzers are commonly healthy dogs.
The Vizsla is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Great Pyreneess are commonly healthy dogs.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Giant Schnauzer vs Vizsla vs Great Pyrenees? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Giant Schnauzer vs Vizsla vs Great Pyrenees health problems comparison:
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Cancer
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Bloat
Heart Problems
Elbow Dysplasia
Retinal Dysplasia
Glaucoma
Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca
Hip Dysplasia
Cancer
Epilepsy
Sebaceous Adenitis
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Patellar Luxation
Bloat
Entropion
Drug Sensitivity
Elbow Dysplasia
Addison's Disease
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Rare
The Giant Schnauzer should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Average
The Vizsla should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Rare
The Great Pyrenees should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Life Expectancy
Giant Schnauzer vs Vizsla vs Great Pyrenees lifespan comparison. How long do Giant Schnauzer, Vizsla and Great Pyrenees breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Giant Schnauzer: 11 years
10-14 years
The average lifespan of Vizsla: 12 years
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Great Pyrenees: 11 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Giant Schnauzer vs Vizsla vs Great Pyrenees?
Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Giant Schnauzer can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
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Prefers cold weather
The Great Pyrenees can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog.
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Giant Schnauzer vs Vizsla vs Great Pyrenees Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Giant Schnauzer or Vizsla or Great Pyrenees? Giant Schnauzer vs Vizsla vs Great Pyrenees energy level comparison:
Giant Schnauzer dogs are high-energy dogs.
Vizsla dogs are high-energy dogs.
Great Pyrenees dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Giant Schnauzer vs Vizsla vs Great Pyrenees exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Giant Schnauzer or Vizsla or Great Pyrenees? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Giant Schnauzer dogs need a lot of exercises.
Vizsla dogs need a lot of exercises.
Great Pyrenees dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Giant Schnauzer or Vizsla or Great Pyrenees?
Giant Schnauzer dogs don't need too much sleep.
Vizsla dogs don't need too much sleep.
Great Pyrenees dogs don't need too much sleep.

Giant Schnauzer vs Vizsla vs Great Pyrenees Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Giant Schnauzer or Vizsla or Great Pyrenees?
8 to 10 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals 2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 8 to 10 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Giant Schnauzer vs Vizsla vs Great Pyrenees weight gain potential comparison:
Average: The Giant Schnauzer has an average risk for obesity.
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Low to Average: The Vizsla has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Great Pyrenees's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Giant Schnauzer vs Vizsla vs Great Pyrenees Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Giant Schnauzer vs Vizsla vs Great Pyrenees coat comparison:
Wiry Fine
Dense
Hard
Coarse
Short
No Undercoat
Dense
Double
Colors
What are the original Giant Schnauzer, Vizsla and Great Pyrenees color?
Black
Pepper
Salt
Golden
Rust
Russet Gold
Dark Sandy Gold
White
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Giant Schnauzer or Vizsla or Great Pyrenees? Giant Schnauzer vs Vizsla vs Great Pyrenees grooming comparison:
Average: The Giant Schnauzer requires average grooming effort.
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Effortless: The Vizsla requires minimal grooming.
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Average: The Great Pyrenees requires average grooming effort.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Giant Schnauzer or Vizsla or Great Pyrenees? Giant Schnauzer or Vizsla or {name3 shedding:
Giant Schnauzer dogs shed none to minimal.
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Vizsla dogs shed moderately.
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Great Pyrenees dogs shed above average.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Giant Schnauzer or Vizsla or Great Pyrenees?
8-12 weeks
Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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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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Hypoallergenic
Giant Schnauzer vs Vizsla vs Great Pyrenees 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, Giant Schnauzer vs Vizsla vs Great Pyrenees?

Low 🔽

The Giant Schnauzer has a low chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Vizsla has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Great Pyrenees has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?
The Giant Schnauzer is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Vizsla is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Great Pyrenees is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency.
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Giant Schnauzer vs Vizsla vs Great Pyrenees Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Giant Schnauzer dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Vizsla dogs are generally with other pets.
Great Pyrenees dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Giant Schnauzer or Vizsla or Great Pyrenees? Which dog is more friendly?
Giant Schnauzer dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Vizsla dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Great Pyrenees dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Giant Schnauzer or Vizsla or Great Pyrenees?
Giant Schnauzer dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.
Vizsla dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Great Pyrenees dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Giant Schnauzer or Vizsla or Great Pyrenees?
Giant Schnauzer dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Vizsla dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Great Pyrenees dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Giant Schnauzer or Vizsla or Great Pyrenees?
Giant Schnauzer dogs are not dog-friendly.
Vizsla dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Great Pyrenees dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Giant Schnauzer vs Vizsla vs Great Pyrenees?
Yes
Giant Schnauzer dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Vizsla dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Great Pyrenees dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
Giant Schnauzer is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Vizsla is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Great Pyrenees is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
Giant Schnauzers are not the best breed for elderly people.
Vizslas are usually recommended for elderly people.
Great Pyreneess are usually recommended for elderly people.

Giant Schnauzer vs Vizsla vs Great Pyrenees 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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Not really

This breed generally not used 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: Giant Schnauzer or Vizsla or Great Pyrenees? 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.

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.
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.

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: Giant Schnauzer vs Vizsla vs Great Pyrenees?

Not really

Giant Schnauzer breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Yes

Vizsla breed usually likes being on a boat.
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Not really

Great Pyrenees 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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Yes

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.

Not really

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

Giant Schnauzer vs Vizsla vs Great Pyrenees 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 Giant Schnauzer and Vizsla and Great Pyrenees have?
5-8 puppies 6-8 puppies 6-9 puppies

Giant Schnauzer vs Vizsla vs Great Pyrenees Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1930 as a Working breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1960 as a Sporting breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1933 as a Working breed.
FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI?
Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Pinscher and Schnauzer type section. Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the Continental Pointing Dogs section. Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type section.
Breed Recognition
What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?
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
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
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

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