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Wire Fox Terrier vs Dachshund vs Finnish Spitz Comparison - Dog breed selector: Foxie or Bassotto or Finnish Hunting Dog? Find the right dog for you

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Name Wire Fox Terrier Dachshund Finnish Spitz
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Group Hunting Dogs Hunting Dogs Companion Dogs
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Foxie
Wire Hair Fox Terrier
Wirehaired Terrier
Wire Fox Terrier
Bassotto
Sausage Dog
Tekkel
Tekkel Doxie
Weenie Dog
Worshond
Teckel
Finnish Hunting Dog
Finnish Spets
Finsk Spets
Loulou Finois
Suomalainen Pystykorva
Suomenpystykorva
Barking Bird Dog
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Wire Fox Terrier vs Dachshund vs Finnish Spitz breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Wire Fox Terrier vs Dachshund vs Finnish Spitz Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Wire Fox Terrier or Dachshund or Finnish Spitz? Which is the smallest dog, Wire Fox Terrier or Dachshund or Finnish Spitz?
Small Small Medium
Weight
Which is heavier, Wire Fox Terrier or Dachshund or Dachshund? Wire Fox Terrier vs Dachshund vs Finnish Spitz weight comparison:
Male: 15-20 pounds (7-9 kg), Female: 13-18 pounds (6-8 kg) Toy: 8-11 pounds (3.5-5.0 kg)Standard: 16-32 pounds (7-15 kg), Miniature: 12 pounds (5.5 kg) 31-35 pounds (14-16 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 17.5 pounds (8 kg), Female: 15.5 pounds (7 kg) Toy: 9.5 pounds (3.5-5.0 kg)Standard: 24 pounds (11 kg), Miniature: 12 pounds (5.5 kg) 33 pounds (15 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Wire Fox Terrier or Dachshund or Finnish Spitz? Wire Fox Terrier vs Dachshund vs Finnish Spitz height comparison:
Male: 14-16 inches (36-41 cm), Female: 13-15 inches (33-38 cm) Toy: 12 inches (30 cm)Standard: 8-11 inches (20-27 cm), Miniature: 5-7 inches (13-18 cm) 15-20 inches (38-51 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 15 inches (38.5 cm), Female: 14 inches (35.5 cm) Toy: 12 inches (30 cm)Standard: 9.5 inches (23.5 cm), Miniature: 6 inches (15.5 cm) 17.5 inches (44.5 cm)

Wire Fox Terrier vs Dachshund vs Finnish Spitz Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Wire Fox Terrier or Dachshund or Finnish Spitz? Which is more expensive?
$800-$1200 $500-$700 $500-$700
Availability
Which is easier to get, Wire Fox Terrier or Dachshund or Finnish Spitz?
Very frequent: The Wire Fox Terrier is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Dachshund is quite easy to get.
Frequent: The Finnish Spitz is easier than average to get.

Wire Fox Terrier vs Dachshund vs Finnish Spitz Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Wire Fox Terrier vs Dachshund vs Finnish Spitz intelligence:
Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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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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Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Trainability
Wire Fox Terrier vs Dachshund vs Finnish Spitz trainability comparison.
Wire Fox Terrier dogs are easy to train.
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Dachshund dogs are easy to train.
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Finnish Spitz dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Wire Fox Terrier or Dachshund or Finnish Spitz?
Wire Fox Terrier dogs are average watchdogs.
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Dachshund dogs are average watchdogs.
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Finnish Spitz dogs are average watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Wire Fox Terrier or Dachshund or Finnish Spitz? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Wire Fox Terrier dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Dachshund dogs are average defenders.
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Finnish Spitz dogs are average defenders.
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Wire Fox Terrier vs Dachshund vs Finnish Spitz Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Wire Fox Terrier or Dachshund or Finnish Spitz? Wire Fox Terrier vs Dachshund vs Finnish Spitz behavior/temperament comparison:
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Quick
Bold
Fearless
Keen
Playful
Stubborn
Courageous
Devoted
Lively
Clever
Playful
Independent
Happy
Intelligent
Loyal
Vocal
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
Wire Fox Terrier dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Finnish Spitz dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Wire Fox Terrier vs Dachshund vs Finnish Spitz?
High: Wire Fox Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Dachshund dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Finnish Spitz dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Wire Fox Terrier vs Dachshund vs Finnish Spitz social needs comparison:
Wire Fox Terrier dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Dachshund dogs are a social breed.
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Finnish Spitz dogs are a social breed.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
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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Dachshund dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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The wanderlust potential of the Finnish Spitz is strong enough to escape from home.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Wire Fox Terrier dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Dachshund dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Finnish Spitz 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 vs Dachshund vs Finnish Spitz Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Wire Fox Terrier vs Dachshund vs Finnish Spitz playfulness comparison:
The Wire Fox Terrier is a highly playful breed.
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Average: Dachshunds, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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The Finnish Spitz is a playful breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Wire Fox Terrier vs Dachshund vs Finnish Spitz?
A lot: Wire Fox Terrier is a particularly loud breed.
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A lot: Dachshund is a particularly loud breed.
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A lot: Finnish Spitz is a particularly loud breed.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Wire Fox Terrier or Dachshund or Finnish Spitz?
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.
Apartment-friendly dog the Dachshund breed.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Finnish Spitz breed.

Wire Fox Terrier vs Dachshund vs Finnish Spitz Adaptability and Independence Comparison

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

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Wire Fox Terrier or Dachshund or Finnish Spitz?

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Wire Fox Terrier bite force: Weak.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Dachshund bite force: Weak.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Finnish Spitz bite force: Ordinary.
Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:

Low 🔽

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

Low 🔽

The Dachshund has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

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

Health Issues
Wire Fox Terrier vs Dachshund vs Finnish Spitz health comparison. Which is the healthier: Wire Fox Terrier vs Dachshund vs Finnish Spitz?
The Wire Fox Terrier is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The Dachshund is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Finnish Spitzs are commonly healthy dogs.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Wire Fox Terrier vs Dachshund vs Finnish Spitz? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Wire Fox Terrier vs Dachshund vs Finnish Spitz health problems comparison:
Legg-perthes Disease
Eye Problems
Epilepsy
Deafness
Arthritis
Legg-perthes Disease
Cancer
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Bloat
Epilepsy
Deafness
Intervertebral Disk Disease
Elbow Dysplasia
Demodectic Mange
Mitral Valve Disease
Cushing's Syndrome
Acanthosis Nigricans
Baldness
Canine Diabetes Mellitus
Lymphocytic Thyroiditis
Narcolepsy
Eye Problems
Joint Problems
Epilepsy
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Average
The Wire Fox Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Average
The Dachshund should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Rare
The Finnish Spitz should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Life Expectancy
Wire Fox Terrier vs Dachshund vs Finnish Spitz lifespan comparison. How long do Wire Fox Terrier, Dachshund and Finnish Spitz breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Wire Fox Terrier: 13 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Dachshund: 13 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Finnish Spitz: 13 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Wire Fox Terrier vs Dachshund vs Finnish Spitz?
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 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 Finnish Spitz can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog.
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Wire Fox Terrier vs Dachshund vs Finnish Spitz Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Wire Fox Terrier or Dachshund or Finnish Spitz? Wire Fox Terrier vs Dachshund vs Finnish Spitz energy level comparison:
Wire Fox Terrier dogs are high-energy dogs.
Dachshund dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Finnish Spitz dogs are high-energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Wire Fox Terrier vs Dachshund vs Finnish Spitz exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Wire Fox Terrier or Dachshund or Finnish Spitz? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Wire Fox Terrier dogs need a lot of exercises.
Dachshund dogs have an average exercise need.
Finnish Spitz dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Wire Fox Terrier or Dachshund or Finnish Spitz?
Wire Fox Terrier dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dachshund dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
Finnish Spitz dogs don't need too much sleep.

Wire Fox Terrier vs Dachshund vs Finnish Spitz Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Wire Fox Terrier or Dachshund or Finnish Spitz?
1 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 2 to 2.5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, divided into two meals.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Wire Fox Terrier vs Dachshund vs Finnish Spitz weight gain potential comparison:
Low to Average: The Wire Fox Terrier has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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High: The Dachshund breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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Average: The Finnish Spitz has an average risk for obesity.
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Wire Fox Terrier vs Dachshund vs Finnish Spitz Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Wire Fox Terrier vs Dachshund vs Finnish Spitz coat comparison:
Wiry Fine Dense
Thick
Double
Colors
What are the original Wire Fox Terrier, Dachshund and Finnish Spitz color?
White
White & Black
White & Tan
White & Black & Tan
White & Tan & Black
Black
Tan
Red
Blue
White
Silver
Brown
Red
Gold
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Wire Fox Terrier or Dachshund or Finnish Spitz? Wire Fox Terrier vs Dachshund vs Finnish Spitz grooming comparison:
Average: The Wire Fox Terrier requires average grooming effort.
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Easy to groom: The Dachshund doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Average: The Finnish Spitz requires average grooming effort.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Wire Fox Terrier or Dachshund or Finnish Spitz? Wire Fox Terrier or Dachshund or {name3 shedding:
Wire Fox Terrier dogs shed none to minimal.
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Dachshund dogs shed none to minimal.
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Finnish Spitz dogs shed moderately.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Wire Fox Terrier or Dachshund or Finnish Spitz?
8-12 weeks
Very 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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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
Wire Fox Terrier vs Dachshund vs Finnish Spitz 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, Wire Fox Terrier vs Dachshund vs Finnish Spitz?

Medium

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

Low 🔽

The Dachshund has a low chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Finnish Spitz has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?
The Wire Fox Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Dachshund is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Finnish Spitz is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Wire Fox Terrier vs Dachshund vs Finnish Spitz Good With Comparison

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

Wire Fox Terrier vs Dachshund vs Finnish Spitz 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: Wire Fox Terrier or Dachshund or Finnish Spitz? 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.

Yes

After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.

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: Wire Fox Terrier vs Dachshund vs Finnish Spitz?

Not really

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

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

Finnish Spitz 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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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.

Wire Fox Terrier vs Dachshund vs Finnish Spitz 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 Wire Fox Terrier and Dachshund and Finnish Spitz have?
4-6 puppies 4-8 puppies 3-6 puppies

Wire Fox Terrier vs Dachshund vs Finnish Spitz Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Terrier breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Hound breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1991 as a Non-Sporting breed.
FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI?
Not recognized by FCI. Recognized by FCI in the Dachshunds group, in the section. Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Nordic Hunting Dogs 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
Club Espanol De Terriers
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
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club

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