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Great Dane vs Wire Fox Terrier vs Miniature Australian Shepherd Comparison - Dog breed selector: Apollo of Dogs or Foxie or Mini Aussie? Find the right dog for you

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Name Great Dane Wire Fox Terrier Miniature Australian Shepherd
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Group Working Dogs Hunting Dogs Pastoral / Herding Dogs
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Apollo of Dogs
Deutsche Dogge
Gentle Giant
German Mastiff
Dane
Foxie
Wire Hair Fox Terrier
Wirehaired Terrier
Wire Fox Terrier
Mini Aussie
Mini Aussie Shepherd
Mini Australian Shepherd
Miniature Aussie Shepherd
North American Shepherd
North American Miniature Australian Shepherd
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Great Dane vs Wire Fox Terrier vs Miniature Australian Shepherd breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Great Dane vs Wire Fox Terrier vs Miniature Australian Shepherd Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Great Dane or Wire Fox Terrier or Miniature Australian Shepherd? Which is the smallest dog, Great Dane or Wire Fox Terrier or Miniature Australian Shepherd?
Giant Small Medium
Weight
Which is heavier, Great Dane or Wire Fox Terrier or Wire Fox Terrier? Great Dane vs Wire Fox Terrier vs Miniature Australian Shepherd weight comparison:
Male: 120-200 pounds (54-90 kg), Female: 100-130 pounds (45-59 kg) Male: 15-20 pounds (7-9 kg), Female: 13-18 pounds (6-8 kg) 20–40 pounds (9-18 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 160 pounds (72 kg), Female: 115 pounds (52 kg) Male: 17.5 pounds (8 kg), Female: 15.5 pounds (7 kg) 30 pounds (13.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Great Dane or Wire Fox Terrier or Miniature Australian Shepherd? Great Dane vs Wire Fox Terrier vs Miniature Australian Shepherd height comparison:
Male: 30-34 inches (76-86 cm), Female: 28-32 inches (71-81 cm) Male: 14-16 inches (36-41 cm), Female: 13-15 inches (33-38 cm) 13–18 inches (33-46 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 32 inches (81 cm), Female: 30 inches (76 cm) Male: 15 inches (38.5 cm), Female: 14 inches (35.5 cm) 15.5 inches (39.5 cm)

Great Dane vs Wire Fox Terrier vs Miniature Australian Shepherd Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Great Dane or Wire Fox Terrier or Miniature Australian Shepherd? Which is more expensive?
$800-$1200 $800-$1200 $1000-$2000
Availability
Which is easier to get, Great Dane or Wire Fox Terrier or Miniature Australian Shepherd?
Very frequent: The Great Dane is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Wire Fox Terrier is quite easy to get.
Average: The Miniature Australian Shepherd is a commonly available dog breed.

Great Dane vs Wire Fox Terrier vs Miniature Australian Shepherd Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Great Dane vs Wire Fox Terrier vs Miniature Australian Shepherd intelligence:
Smart: The Great Dane dogs have great intelligence.
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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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Smart: The Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs have great intelligence.
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Trainability
Great Dane vs Wire Fox Terrier vs Miniature Australian Shepherd trainability comparison.
Great Dane dogs are quite easy to train.
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Wire Fox Terrier dogs are easy to train.
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Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs are very easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Great Dane or Wire Fox Terrier or Miniature Australian Shepherd?
Great Dane dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Wire Fox Terrier dogs are average watchdogs.
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Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Great Dane or Wire Fox Terrier or Miniature Australian Shepherd? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Great Dane dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Wire Fox Terrier dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Great Dane vs Wire Fox Terrier vs Miniature Australian Shepherd Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Great Dane or Wire Fox Terrier or Miniature Australian Shepherd? Great Dane vs Wire Fox Terrier vs Miniature Australian Shepherd behavior/temperament comparison:
Loving
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Devoted
Gentle
Reserved
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Quick
Bold
Fearless
Keen
Active
Loving
Protective
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Good-natured
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
Sensitive: Great Dane dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Wire Fox Terrier dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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Sensitive: Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Great Dane vs Wire Fox Terrier vs Miniature Australian Shepherd?
Average: Great Dane dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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High: Wire Fox Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Average to High: Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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Social Needs
Great Dane vs Wire Fox Terrier vs Miniature Australian Shepherd social needs comparison:
Great Dane dogs are a social breed.
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Wire Fox Terrier dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs are a social breed.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Great Dane dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Wire Fox Terrier dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs are not the biggest explorers.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Great Dane dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen.
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Wire Fox Terrier dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Great Dane vs Wire Fox Terrier vs Miniature Australian Shepherd Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Great Dane vs Wire Fox Terrier vs Miniature Australian Shepherd playfulness comparison:
Great Danes are not the most playful dog breed.
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The Wire Fox Terrier is a highly playful breed.
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The Miniature Australian Shepherd is a highly playful breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Great Dane vs Wire Fox Terrier vs Miniature Australian Shepherd?
Low to Average: The Great Dane rarely barks.
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A lot: Wire Fox Terrier is a particularly loud breed.
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Low to Average: The Miniature Australian Shepherd rarely barks.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Great Dane or Wire Fox Terrier or Miniature Australian Shepherd?
Very house-friendly dog the Great Dane 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 Wire Fox Terrier 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 Miniature Australian Shepherd indoors.

Great Dane vs Wire Fox Terrier vs Miniature Australian Shepherd Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
Average: Great Dane dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Wire Fox Terrier dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Great Dane or Wire Fox Terrier or Miniature Australian Shepherd?
Great Dane 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.
Wire Fox Terrier dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
Miniature Australian Shepherd 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 Dane vs Wire Fox Terrier vs Miniature Australian Shepherd Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Great Dane or Wire Fox Terrier or Miniature Australian Shepherd?

Above 400 PSI 🔼

Great Dane bite force: The Strongest.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Wire Fox Terrier bite force: Weak.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Miniature Australian Shepherd bite force: Ordinary.
Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:

Low 🔽

The Great Dane has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Wire Fox Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Miniature Australian Shepherd has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Great Dane vs Wire Fox Terrier vs Miniature Australian Shepherd mouthiness comparison:
Great Dane dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Wire Fox Terrier dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Great Dane vs Wire Fox Terrier vs Miniature Australian Shepherd Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Great Dane vs Wire Fox Terrier vs Miniature Australian Shepherd health comparison. Which is the healthier: Great Dane vs Wire Fox Terrier vs Miniature Australian Shepherd?
Great Danes are commonly healthy dogs.
The Wire Fox Terrier is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The Miniature Australian Shepherd 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: Great Dane vs Wire Fox Terrier vs Miniature Australian Shepherd? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Great Dane vs Wire Fox Terrier vs Miniature Australian Shepherd health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Patent Ductus Arteriosis
Cancer
Bloat
Mitral Valve Disease
Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis
Dilated Cardiomyopathy
Persistent Right Aortic Arch
Tricuspid Valve Dysplasia
Legg-perthes Disease
Eye Problems
Epilepsy
Deafness
Arthritis
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Drug Sensitivity
Retinal Dysplasia
Glaucoma
Juvenile Cataracts
Iris Coloboma
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Rare
The Great Dane should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Average
The Wire Fox Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Average
The Miniature Australian Shepherd should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Life Expectancy
Great Dane vs Wire Fox Terrier vs Miniature Australian Shepherd lifespan comparison. How long do Great Dane, Wire Fox Terrier and Miniature Australian Shepherd breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
7-11 years
The average lifespan of Great Dane: 9 years
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Wire Fox Terrier: 13 years
9-13 years
The average lifespan of Miniature Australian Shepherd: 11 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Great Dane vs Wire Fox Terrier vs Miniature Australian Shepherd?
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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Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Miniature Australian Shepherd can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Great Dane vs Wire Fox Terrier vs Miniature Australian Shepherd Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Great Dane or Wire Fox Terrier or Miniature Australian Shepherd? Great Dane vs Wire Fox Terrier vs Miniature Australian Shepherd energy level comparison:
Great Dane dogs are high-energy dogs.
Wire Fox Terrier dogs are high-energy dogs.
Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs are high-energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Great Dane vs Wire Fox Terrier vs Miniature Australian Shepherd exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Great Dane or Wire Fox Terrier or Miniature Australian Shepherd? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Great Dane dogs exercise need is minimal.
Wire Fox Terrier dogs need a lot of exercises.
Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Great Dane or Wire Fox Terrier or Miniature Australian Shepherd?
Great Dane dogs don't need too much sleep.
Wire Fox Terrier dogs don't need too much sleep.
Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs don't need too much sleep.

Great Dane vs Wire Fox Terrier vs Miniature Australian Shepherd Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Great Dane or Wire Fox Terrier or Miniature Australian Shepherd?
8 to 10 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals 1 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 1 to 2 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? Great Dane vs Wire Fox Terrier vs Miniature Australian Shepherd weight gain potential comparison:
Low to Average: The Great Dane has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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Low to Average: The Wire Fox Terrier has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Miniature Australian Shepherd has an average risk for obesity.
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Great Dane vs Wire Fox Terrier vs Miniature Australian Shepherd Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Great Dane vs Wire Fox Terrier vs Miniature Australian Shepherd coat comparison:
Dense Wiry Feathered
Colors
What are the original Great Dane, Wire Fox Terrier and Miniature Australian Shepherd color?
Black
Blue
White
Fawn
Brindle
Merle
White
White & Black
White & Tan
White & Black & Tan
White & Tan & Black
Red
Red Merle
White & Black & Tan
Blue Merle
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Great Dane or Wire Fox Terrier or Miniature Australian Shepherd? Great Dane vs Wire Fox Terrier vs Miniature Australian Shepherd grooming comparison:
Effortless: The Great Dane requires minimal grooming.
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Average: The Wire Fox Terrier requires average grooming effort.
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Average: The Miniature Australian Shepherd requires average grooming effort.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Great Dane or Wire Fox Terrier or Miniature Australian Shepherd? Great Dane or Wire Fox Terrier or {name3 shedding:
Great Dane dogs shed moderately.
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Wire Fox Terrier dogs shed none to minimal.
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Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs shed moderately.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Great Dane or Wire Fox Terrier or Miniature Australian Shepherd?
4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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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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Hypoallergenic
Great Dane vs Wire Fox Terrier vs Miniature Australian Shepherd 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, Great Dane vs Wire Fox Terrier vs Miniature Australian Shepherd?

Medium

The Great Dane has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Wire Fox Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Miniature Australian Shepherd has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?
The Great Dane drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed.
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The Wire Fox Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Miniature Australian Shepherd is an average drooler.
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Great Dane vs Wire Fox Terrier vs Miniature Australian Shepherd Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Great Dane dogs are generally with other pets.
Wire Fox Terrier dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Great Dane or Wire Fox Terrier or Miniature Australian Shepherd? Which dog is more friendly?
Great Dane dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Wire Fox Terrier dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Great Dane or Wire Fox Terrier or Miniature Australian Shepherd?
Great Dane dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Wire Fox Terrier dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Great Dane or Wire Fox Terrier or Miniature Australian Shepherd?
Great Dane dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Wire Fox Terrier dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Great Dane or Wire Fox Terrier or Miniature Australian Shepherd?
Great Dane dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Wire Fox Terrier dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Great Dane vs Wire Fox Terrier vs Miniature Australian Shepherd?
Yes
Great Dane dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Wire Fox Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
Great Dane is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Wire Fox Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Miniature Australian Shepherd is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
Great Danes are usually recommended for elderly people.
Wire Fox Terriers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Miniature Australian Shepherds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Great Dane vs Wire Fox Terrier vs Miniature Australian Shepherd 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: Great Dane or Wire Fox Terrier or Miniature Australian Shepherd? Which is better for autism?

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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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: Great Dane vs Wire Fox Terrier vs Miniature Australian Shepherd?

Not really

Great Dane breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Wire Fox Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Miniature Australian Shepherd 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?

Yes

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

Yes

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

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.

Great Dane vs Wire Fox Terrier vs Miniature Australian Shepherd 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 Great Dane and Wire Fox Terrier and Miniature Australian Shepherd have?
10-15 puppies 4-6 puppies 2-6 puppies

Great Dane vs Wire Fox Terrier vs Miniature Australian Shepherd Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1887 as a Working breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Terrier breed. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
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 Molossian type section. Not recognized by FCI. Not recognized by FCI.
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
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
United Kennel Club
Club Espanol De Terriers
America's Pet Registry
American Canine Association, Inc.

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