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Whippet vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Portuguese Water Dog Comparison - Dog breed selector: Snap Dog or Berner or Cao De Agua? Find the right dog for you

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Name Whippet Bernese Mountain Dog Portuguese Water Dog
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Snap Dog
English Whippet
Berner
Bernese Cattle Dog
Berner Sennenhund
Cao De Agua
Portie
Water Dog
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Whippet vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Portuguese Water Dog breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Whippet vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Portuguese Water Dog Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Whippet or Bernese Mountain Dog or Portuguese Water Dog? Which is the smallest dog, Whippet or Bernese Mountain Dog or Portuguese Water Dog?
Medium Large Medium
Weight
Which is heavier, Whippet or Bernese Mountain Dog or Bernese Mountain Dog? Whippet vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Portuguese Water Dog weight comparison:
25 - 45 pounds (11 - 21 kg) Male: 85-110 pounds (38–50 kg), Female: 80-105 pounds (36–48 kg) Male: 42-55 pounds (19-25 kg), Female: 35-49 pounds (16-22 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
25 - 45 pounds (11 - 21 kg) Male: 97.5 pounds (38–50 kg), Female: 92.5 pounds (36–48 kg) Male: 48.5 pounds (22 kg), Female: 42 pounds (19 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Whippet or Bernese Mountain Dog or Portuguese Water Dog? Whippet vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Portuguese Water Dog height comparison:
Male: 18.5-20 inches (46-51 cm), Female: 17.5-19 inches (44-48 cm) Male: 24-28 inches (61–71 cm), Female: 23-27 inches (58–69 cm) Male: 20-22 inches (50-57 cm), Female: 17-20 inches (43-52 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 19 inches (48.5 cm), Female: 18 inches (45.5 cm) Male: 26 inches (61–71 cm), Female: 25 inches (58–69 cm) Male: 21 inches (53.5 cm), Female: 18.5 inches (47.5 cm)

Whippet vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Portuguese Water Dog Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Whippet or Bernese Mountain Dog or Portuguese Water Dog? Which is more expensive?
$800-$1200 $800-$1000 $2500-$2800
Availability
Which is easier to get, Whippet or Bernese Mountain Dog or Portuguese Water Dog?
Very frequent: The Whippet is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Bernese Mountain Dog is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Portuguese Water Dog is quite easy to get.

Whippet vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Portuguese Water Dog Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Whippet vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Portuguese Water Dog intelligence:
Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Very smart: Bernese Mountain Dog is an excellent dog breed.
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Smart: The Portuguese Water Dog dogs have great intelligence.
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Trainability
Whippet vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Portuguese Water Dog trainability comparison.
Whippet dogs are easy to train.
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Bernese Mountain Dog dogs are easy to train.
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Portuguese Water Dog dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Whippet or Bernese Mountain Dog or Portuguese Water Dog?
Whippet dogs are average watchdogs.
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Bernese Mountain Dog dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Portuguese Water Dog dogs are good watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Whippet or Bernese Mountain Dog or Portuguese Water Dog? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Whippet dogs can't provide protection for their territory.
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Bernese Mountain Dog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Portuguese Water Dog dogs are average defenders.
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Whippet vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Portuguese Water Dog Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Whippet or Bernese Mountain Dog or Portuguese Water Dog? Whippet vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Portuguese Water Dog behavior/temperament comparison:
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Outright
Companionable
Adaptable
Quiet
Intelligent
Affectionate
Loyal
Faithful
Intelligent
Docile
Obedient
Brave
Impetuous
Quarrelsome
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
Sensitive: Whippet 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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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Whippet vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Portuguese Water Dog?
Average: Whippet dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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Average: Bernese Mountain Dog dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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High: Portuguese Water Dog dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Whippet vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Portuguese Water Dog social needs comparison:
Whippet dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Bernese Mountain Dog dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Portuguese Water Dog dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
The wanderlust potential of the Whippet is strong enough to escape from home.
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Bernese Mountain Dog dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Portuguese Water Dog dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Whippet dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Bernese Mountain Dog dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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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.
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Whippet vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Portuguese Water Dog Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Whippet vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Portuguese Water Dog playfulness comparison:
Average: Whippets, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Average: Bernese Mountain Dogs, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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The Portuguese Water Dog is a playful breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Whippet vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Portuguese Water Dog?
Low: The Whippet barks none to minimal.
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Average: The Bernese Mountain Dog barks occasionally.
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Low to Average: The Portuguese Water Dog rarely barks.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Whippet or Bernese Mountain Dog or Portuguese Water Dog?
Very house-friendly dog the Whippet breed.
It is not recommended to keep the Bernese Mountain Dog breed in the home.
Apartment-friendly dog the Portuguese Water Dog breed.

Whippet vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Portuguese Water Dog Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
Whippet dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Average: Bernese Mountain Dog dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Portuguese Water Dog dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Whippet or Bernese Mountain Dog or Portuguese Water Dog?
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 dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Whippet vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Portuguese Water Dog Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Whippet or Bernese Mountain Dog or Portuguese Water Dog?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Whippet bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Bernese Mountain Dog bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Portuguese Water Dog bite force: Ordinary.
Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:

Low 🔽

The Whippet has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Bernese Mountain Dog has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Portuguese Water Dog has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Whippet vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Portuguese Water Dog mouthiness comparison:
Whippet dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Bernese Mountain Dog dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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Portuguese Water Dog dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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Whippet vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Portuguese Water Dog Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Whippet vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Portuguese Water Dog health comparison. Which is the healthier: Whippet vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Portuguese Water Dog?
The Whippet is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Very healthy dog breed.
The Portuguese Water Dog 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: Whippet vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Portuguese Water Dog? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Whippet vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Portuguese Water Dog health problems comparison:
Heart Murmurs
Hypothyroidism
Von Willebrand's Disease
Heart Problems
Deafness
Vaccination Sensitivity
Drug Sensitivity
Arthritis
Kidney Issues
Addison's Disease
Hip Dysplasia
Cancer
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Von Willebrand's Disease
Bloat
Elbow Dysplasia
Panosteitis
Portosystemic Liver Shunt
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
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Average
The Whippet should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Rare
The Bernese Mountain Dog should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Average
The Portuguese Water Dog should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Life Expectancy
Whippet vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Portuguese Water Dog lifespan comparison. How long do Whippet, Bernese Mountain Dog and Portuguese Water Dog breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Whippet: 13 years
7-11 years
The average lifespan of Bernese Mountain Dog: 9 years
10-14 years
The average lifespan of Portuguese Water Dog: 12 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Whippet vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Portuguese Water Dog?
Prefers warm weather
Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates.
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Prefers cold weather
The Bernese Mountain Dog can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog.
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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.
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Whippet vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Portuguese Water Dog Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Whippet vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Portuguese Water Dog Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Whippet or Bernese Mountain Dog or Portuguese Water Dog?
1 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 6 to 8 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 2 to 2.5 cup 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? Whippet vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Portuguese Water Dog weight gain potential comparison:
Low: The Whippet has good luck with genetics.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Bernese Mountain Dog's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Average: The Portuguese Water Dog has an average risk for obesity.
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Whippet vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Portuguese Water Dog Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Whippet vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Portuguese Water Dog coat comparison:
Fine
Short
Close in texture
Dense Curly
Colors
What are the original Whippet, Bernese Mountain Dog and Portuguese Water Dog color?
Black
Red
Blue
Cream
White
Fawn
Black
White
Black
White
Brown
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Whippet or Bernese Mountain Dog or Portuguese Water Dog? Whippet vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Portuguese Water Dog grooming comparison:
Effortless: The Whippet requires minimal grooming.
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Average: The Bernese Mountain Dog requires average grooming effort.
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Average: The Portuguese Water Dog requires average grooming effort.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Whippet or Bernese Mountain Dog or Portuguese Water Dog? Whippet or Bernese Mountain Dog or {name3 shedding:
Whippet dogs are low shedders.
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Bernese Mountain Dog dogs shed above average.
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Portuguese Water Dog dogs shed none to minimal.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Whippet or Bernese Mountain Dog or Portuguese Water Dog?
6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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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
Whippet vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Portuguese Water Dog 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, Whippet vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Portuguese Water Dog?

Low 🔽

The Whippet has a low chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Bernese Mountain Dog has an average chance of bad smell.

Low 🔽

The Portuguese Water Dog has a low chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?
The Whippet is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Bernese Mountain Dog 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 Portuguese Water Dog is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Whippet vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Portuguese Water Dog Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Whippet dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Bernese Mountain Dog dogs are generally with other pets.
Portuguese Water Dog dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Whippet or Bernese Mountain Dog or Portuguese Water Dog? Which dog is more friendly?
Whippet dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Bernese Mountain Dog dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Portuguese Water Dog dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Whippet or Bernese Mountain Dog or Portuguese Water Dog?
Whippet dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Bernese Mountain Dog dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Portuguese Water Dog dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Whippet or Bernese Mountain Dog or Portuguese Water Dog?
Whippet dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Bernese Mountain Dog dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Portuguese Water Dog dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Whippet or Bernese Mountain Dog or Portuguese Water Dog?
Whippet dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Bernese Mountain Dog dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Portuguese Water Dog dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Whippet vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Portuguese Water Dog?
Yes
Whippet dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Bernese Mountain Dog dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Portuguese Water Dog dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
Whippet is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Bernese Mountain Dog is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Portuguese Water Dog is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
Whippets are usually recommended for elderly people.
Bernese Mountain Dogs are usually recommended for elderly people.
Portuguese Water Dogs are usually recommended for elderly people.

Whippet vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Portuguese Water Dog 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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Yes

This breed makes good 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: Whippet or Bernese Mountain Dog or Portuguese Water Dog? Which is better for autism?

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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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: Whippet vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Portuguese Water Dog?

Not really

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

Bernese Mountain Dog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Yes

Portuguese Water Dog breed usually likes 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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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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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.

Whippet vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Portuguese Water Dog 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 Whippet and Bernese Mountain Dog and Portuguese Water Dog have?
4-8 puppies 1-14 puppies, average 8 4-8 puppies

Whippet vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Portuguese Water Dog Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1888 as a Hound breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1937 as a Working breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1983 as a Hound breed.
FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI?
Recognized by FCI in the Sighthounds group, in the Short-haired Sighthounds section. Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Swiss Mountain- and Cattledogs section. Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Water Dogs section.
Breed Recognition
What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?
American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
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
Canadian Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
Canadian Kennel Club
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Australian National Kennel Council
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
The Kennel Club

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