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Name	Portuguese Water Dog	Giant Schnauzer	Bouvier des Flandres
Origins	Portugal	Germany	Belgium
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Group	Working Dogs	Working Dogs	Working Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Cao De Agua Portie Water Dog	Riesenschnauzer	Flanders Cattle Dog Vlaamse Koehond Belgian Cattle Dog
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Portuguese Water Dog vs Giant Schnauzer vs Bouvier des Flandres breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Portuguese Water Dog vs Giant Schnauzer vs Bouvier des Flandres Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Portuguese Water Dog or Giant Schnauzer or Bouvier des Flandres? Which is the smallest dog, Portuguese Water Dog or Giant Schnauzer or Bouvier des Flandres?	Medium	Giant	Large
Weight Which is heavier, Portuguese Water Dog or Giant Schnauzer or Giant Schnauzer? Portuguese Water Dog vs Giant Schnauzer vs Bouvier des Flandres weight comparison:	Male: 42-55 pounds (19-25 kg), Female: 35-49 pounds (16-22 kg)	Males 60-105 pounds (27-48 kg), Female: 55-75 pounds (25-34 kg)	Males 75-110 pounds (34-50 kg), Female: 60-80 pounds (27-36 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 48.5 pounds (22 kg), Female: 42 pounds (19 kg)	Males 82.5 pounds (37.5 kg), Female: 65 pounds (29.5 kg)	Males 92.5 pounds (42 kg), Female: 70 pounds (31.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Portuguese Water Dog or Giant Schnauzer or Bouvier des Flandres? Portuguese Water Dog vs Giant Schnauzer vs Bouvier des Flandres height comparison:	Male: 20-22 inches (50-57 cm), Female: 17-20 inches (43-52 cm)	Male: 26-28 inches (66-71 cm), Female: 23-26 inches (58-66 cm)	Male: 23-28 inches (58-71 cm), Female: 22-27 inches (56-69 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 21 inches (53.5 cm), Female: 18.5 inches (47.5 cm)	Male: 27 inches (68.5 cm), Female: 24.5 inches (62 cm)	Male: 25.5 inches (64.5 cm), Female: 24.5 inches (62.5 cm)

Portuguese Water Dog vs Giant Schnauzer vs Bouvier des Flandres Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Portuguese Water Dog or Giant Schnauzer or Bouvier des Flandres? Which is more expensive?	$2500-$2800	$1000-$1500	$1500-$2000
Availability Which is easier to get, Portuguese Water Dog or Giant Schnauzer or Bouvier des Flandres?	Very frequent: The Portuguese Water Dog is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Giant Schnauzer is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Bouvier des Flandres is quite easy to get.

Portuguese Water Dog vs Giant Schnauzer vs Bouvier des Flandres Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Portuguese Water Dog vs Giant Schnauzer vs Bouvier des Flandres intelligence:	Smart: The Portuguese Water Dog dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Smart: The Giant Schnauzer dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Smart: The Bouvier des Flandres dogs have great intelligence. See more.
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Trainability Portuguese Water Dog vs Giant Schnauzer vs Bouvier des Flandres trainability comparison.	Portuguese Water Dog dogs are easy to train. See more.	Giant Schnauzer dogs are easy to train. See more.	Bouvier des Flandres dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Portuguese Water Dog or Giant Schnauzer or Bouvier des Flandres?	Portuguese Water Dog dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Giant Schnauzer dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Bouvier des Flandres dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Portuguese Water Dog or Giant Schnauzer or Bouvier des Flandres? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Portuguese Water Dog dogs are average defenders. See more.	Giant Schnauzer dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Bouvier des Flandres dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Portuguese Water Dog vs Giant Schnauzer vs Bouvier des Flandres Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Portuguese Water Dog or Giant Schnauzer or Bouvier des Flandres? Portuguese Water Dog vs Giant Schnauzer vs Bouvier des Flandres behavior/temperament comparison:	Intelligent Docile Obedient Brave Impetuous Quarrelsome	Powerful Intelligent Dominant Loyal Kind Strong Willed	Protective Intelligent Loyal Gentle Familiar Rational
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.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Portuguese Water Dog vs Giant Schnauzer vs Bouvier des Flandres?	High: Portuguese Water Dog dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average: Giant Schnauzer dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	High: Bouvier des Flandres dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Portuguese Water Dog vs Giant Schnauzer vs Bouvier des Flandres social needs comparison:	Portuguese Water Dog dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Giant Schnauzer dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Bouvier des Flandres dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Portuguese Water Dog dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Giant Schnauzer is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Bouvier des Flandres dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Portuguese Water Dog 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. See more.	Giant Schnauzer dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Bouvier des Flandres dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Portuguese Water Dog vs Giant Schnauzer vs Bouvier des Flandres Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Portuguese Water Dog vs Giant Schnauzer vs Bouvier des Flandres playfulness comparison:	The Portuguese Water Dog is a playful breed. See more.	The Giant Schnauzer is a highly playful breed. See more.	Average: Bouvier des Flandress, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Portuguese Water Dog vs Giant Schnauzer vs Bouvier des Flandres?	Low to Average: The Portuguese Water Dog rarely barks. See more.	Average: The Giant Schnauzer barks occasionally. See more.	Average: The Bouvier des Flandres 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 Portuguese Water Dog or Giant Schnauzer or Bouvier des Flandres?	Apartment-friendly dog the Portuguese Water Dog breed.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Giant Schnauzer breed.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Bouvier des Flandres breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Portuguese Water Dog vs Giant Schnauzer vs Bouvier des Flandres Adaptability and Independence Comparison

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

Portuguese Water Dog vs Giant Schnauzer vs Bouvier des Flandres Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Portuguese Water Dog or Giant Schnauzer or Bouvier des Flandres?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Portuguese Water Dog bite force: Ordinary.	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Giant Schnauzer bite force: The Strongest.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Bouvier des Flandres 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 Portuguese Water Dog has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Giant Schnauzer has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Bouvier des Flandres has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Portuguese Water Dog vs Giant Schnauzer vs Bouvier des Flandres mouthiness comparison:	Portuguese Water Dog dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Giant Schnauzer dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Bouvier des Flandres dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Portuguese Water Dog vs Giant Schnauzer vs Bouvier des Flandres Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Portuguese Water Dog vs Giant Schnauzer vs Bouvier des Flandres health comparison. Which is the healthier: Portuguese Water Dog vs Giant Schnauzer vs Bouvier des Flandres?	The Portuguese Water Dog is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Giant Schnauzers are commonly healthy dogs.	The Bouvier des Flandres is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Portuguese Water Dog vs Giant Schnauzer vs Bouvier des Flandres? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Portuguese Water Dog vs Giant Schnauzer vs Bouvier des Flandres health problems comparison:	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Entropion Ectropion Distichiasis Persistent Pupillary Membranes Addison's Disease Megaesophagus Irritable Bowel Disease (ibd) Abnormally Small Eyes GM-1 Storage Disease Juvenile Dilated Cardiomyopathy Gastrointestinal Diseases Colitis Hemorrhagic Gastroenteritis Lymphangiectasia	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Cancer Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Heart Problems Elbow Dysplasia Retinal Dysplasia Glaucoma Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Heart Problems Elbow Dysplasia Glaucoma
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Portuguese Water Dog should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Rare The Giant Schnauzer should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Average The Bouvier des Flandres should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy Portuguese Water Dog vs Giant Schnauzer vs Bouvier des Flandres lifespan comparison. How long do Portuguese Water Dog, Giant Schnauzer and Bouvier des Flandres breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	10-14 years The average lifespan of Portuguese Water Dog: 12 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Giant Schnauzer: 11 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Bouvier des Flandres: 11 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Portuguese Water Dog vs Giant Schnauzer vs Bouvier des Flandres?	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Portuguese Water Dog can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	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. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Bouvier des Flandres can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Portuguese Water Dog vs Giant Schnauzer vs Bouvier des Flandres Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Portuguese Water Dog or Giant Schnauzer or Bouvier des Flandres? Portuguese Water Dog vs Giant Schnauzer vs Bouvier des Flandres energy level comparison:	Portuguese Water Dog dogs are high-energy dogs.	Giant Schnauzer dogs are high-energy dogs.	Bouvier des Flandres dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Portuguese Water Dog vs Giant Schnauzer vs Bouvier des Flandres exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Portuguese Water Dog or Giant Schnauzer or Bouvier des Flandres? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Portuguese Water Dog dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Giant Schnauzer dogs need a lot of exercises.	Bouvier des Flandres dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Portuguese Water Dog or Giant Schnauzer or Bouvier des Flandres?	Portuguese Water Dog dogs don't need too much sleep.	Giant Schnauzer dogs don't need too much sleep.	Bouvier des Flandres dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
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Portuguese Water Dog vs Giant Schnauzer vs Bouvier des Flandres Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Portuguese Water Dog or Giant Schnauzer or Bouvier des Flandres?	2 to 2.5 cup 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	3 to 5 cups of high-quality dry food a day.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Portuguese Water Dog vs Giant Schnauzer vs Bouvier des Flandres weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Portuguese Water Dog has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Giant Schnauzer has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Bouvier des Flandres's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
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Portuguese Water Dog vs Giant Schnauzer vs Bouvier des Flandres Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Portuguese Water Dog vs Giant Schnauzer vs Bouvier des Flandres coat comparison:	Curly	Wiry	Rough
Colors What are the original Portuguese Water Dog, Giant Schnauzer and Bouvier des Flandres color?	Black White Brown	Black Pepper Salt	Black Gray Fawn Brindle Pepper Salt
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Portuguese Water Dog or Giant Schnauzer or Bouvier des Flandres? Portuguese Water Dog vs Giant Schnauzer vs Bouvier des Flandres grooming comparison:	Average: The Portuguese Water Dog requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The Giant Schnauzer requires average grooming effort. See more.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Portuguese Water Dog or Giant Schnauzer or Bouvier des Flandres? Portuguese Water Dog or Giant Schnauzer or {name3 shedding:	Portuguese Water Dog dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Giant Schnauzer dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Bouvier des Flandres 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: Portuguese Water Dog or Giant Schnauzer or Bouvier des Flandres?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	8-12 weeks Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.
Hypoallergenic Portuguese Water Dog vs Giant Schnauzer vs Bouvier des Flandres hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	Yes See more.	Yes See more.	Yes See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Portuguese Water Dog vs Giant Schnauzer vs Bouvier des Flandres?	Low 🔽 The Portuguese Water Dog has a low chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Giant Schnauzer has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Bouvier des Flandres has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Portuguese Water Dog is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Giant Schnauzer is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Bouvier des Flandres is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Portuguese Water Dog vs Giant Schnauzer vs Bouvier des Flandres Good With Comparison

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

Portuguese Water Dog vs Giant Schnauzer vs Bouvier des Flandres 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: Portuguese Water Dog or Giant Schnauzer or Bouvier des Flandres? 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.
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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: Portuguese Water Dog vs Giant Schnauzer vs Bouvier des Flandres?	Yes Portuguese Water Dog breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Not really Giant Schnauzer breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Bouvier des Flandres breed usually doesn't like 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.

Portuguese Water Dog vs Giant Schnauzer vs Bouvier des Flandres 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 Portuguese Water Dog and Giant Schnauzer and Bouvier des Flandres have?	4-8 puppies	5-8 puppies	5-10 puppies
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Portuguese Water Dog vs Giant Schnauzer vs Bouvier des Flandres Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1983 as a Hound breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1930 as a Working breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1931 as a Herding breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Water Dogs section.	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 Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	American Kennel Club Canadian Kennel Club Federation Cynologique Internationale Australian National Kennel Council New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club The 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 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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