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Afghan Hound vs Great Pyrenees vs Chihuahua Comparison - Dog breed selector: Da Kochyano Spay or Chien De Montagne Des Pyrénées or Csivava? Find the right dog for you

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Name Afghan Hound Great Pyrenees Chihuahua
OriginsAfghanistan flagAfghanistan Spain flagSpain France flagFrance Mexico flagMexico
Group Hunting Dogs Pastoral / Herding Dogs Companion Dogs
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Da Kochyano Spay
Eastern Greyhound
Persian Greyhound
Ogar Afgan
Sage Balochi
Tazhi Spay
Tazi
Baluchi Hound
Chien De Montagne Des Pyrénées
Chien Des Pyrénées
Gos De Muntanya Dels Pirineus
Montañés Del Pirineo
Patou
Great Pyrenees
Csivava
Chihuahueño
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Afghan Hound vs Great Pyrenees vs Chihuahua breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Afghan Hound vs Great Pyrenees vs Chihuahua Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Afghan Hound or Great Pyrenees or Chihuahua? Which is the smallest dog, Afghan Hound or Great Pyrenees or Chihuahua?
Large Giant Small
Weight
Which is heavier, Afghan Hound or Great Pyrenees or Great Pyrenees? Afghan Hound vs Great Pyrenees vs Chihuahua weight comparison:
50-64 pounds (22-34 kg)
Male: 50-60 pounds (23-27 kg), Female: 40-55 pounds (18-25 kg)
Male: from 100 pounds (45 kg), Female: from 85 pounds (38 kg) 2-6 pounds (1-3 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
57 pounds (28 kg) Male: from 100 pounds (45 kg), Female: from 85 pounds (38 kg) 4 pounds (2 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Afghan Hound or Great Pyrenees or Chihuahua? Afghan Hound vs Great Pyrenees vs Chihuahua height comparison:
27-29 inches (69-74 cm) Male: 27-32 inches (69-81 cm), Female: 25-29 inches (63-74 cm) 6-9 inches (15-23 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
28 inches (71.5 cm) Male: 29.5 inches (75 cm), Female: 27 inches (68.5 cm) 7.5 inches (19 cm)

Afghan Hound vs Great Pyrenees vs Chihuahua Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Afghan Hound or Great Pyrenees or Chihuahua? Which is more expensive?
$2000-$2500 $500-$600 $600-$800
Availability
Which is easier to get, Afghan Hound or Great Pyrenees or Chihuahua?
Very frequent: The Afghan Hound is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Great Pyrenees is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Chihuahua is quite easy to get.

Afghan Hound vs Great Pyrenees vs Chihuahua Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Afghan Hound vs Great Pyrenees vs Chihuahua intelligence:
Low: The Afghan Hound is one of the dog breeds that have the lowest degree of obedience 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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Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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Trainability
Afghan Hound vs Great Pyrenees vs Chihuahua trainability comparison.
Afghan Hound dogs are quite easy to train.
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Great Pyrenees dogs are easy to train.
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Chihuahua dogs are quite easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Afghan Hound or Great Pyrenees or Chihuahua?
Afghan Hound dogs are not the best choice if you want a good watchdog.
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Great Pyrenees dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Chihuahua dogs are average watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Afghan Hound or Great Pyrenees or Chihuahua? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Afghan Hound dogs can't provide protection for their territory.
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Great Pyrenees dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Chihuahua dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Afghan Hound vs Great Pyrenees vs Chihuahua Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Afghan Hound or Great Pyrenees or Chihuahua? Afghan Hound vs Great Pyrenees vs Chihuahua behavior/temperament comparison:
Aloof
Dignified
Independent
Clownish
Happy
Confident
Affectionate
Patient
Gentle
Strong
Willed
Fearless
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Quick
Devoted
Lively
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
Sensitive: Afghan Hound 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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Sensitive: Chihuahua 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: Afghan Hound vs Great Pyrenees vs Chihuahua?
Average: Afghan Hound dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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Average: Great Pyrenees dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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High: Chihuahua dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Afghan Hound vs Great Pyrenees vs Chihuahua social needs comparison:
Afghan Hound dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Great Pyrenees dogs are a social breed.
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Chihuahua dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Afghan Hound dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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Great Pyrenees dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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Chihuahua dogs tend to escape less than other breeds.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Afghan Hound dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Great Pyrenees dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Chihuahua 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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Afghan Hound vs Great Pyrenees vs Chihuahua Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Afghan Hound vs Great Pyrenees vs Chihuahua playfulness comparison:
Average: Afghan Hounds, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Great Pyreneess are not the most playful dog breed.
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Average: Chihuahuas, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Afghan Hound vs Great Pyrenees vs Chihuahua?
Low: The Afghan Hound barks none to minimal.
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Average to High: The Great Pyrenees is a vocal breed.
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A lot: Chihuahua is a particularly loud breed.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Afghan Hound or Great Pyrenees or Chihuahua?
Very house-friendly dog the Afghan Hound breed.
It is not recommended to keep the Great Pyrenees breed in the home.
Very house-friendly dog the Chihuahua breed.

Afghan Hound vs Great Pyrenees vs Chihuahua Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
Afghan Hound dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Great Pyrenees dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Chihuahua dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Afghan Hound or Great Pyrenees or Chihuahua?
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.
Great Pyrenees dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.
Chihuahua dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Afghan Hound vs Great Pyrenees vs Chihuahua Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Afghan Hound or Great Pyrenees or Chihuahua?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Afghan Hound bite force: Ordinary.

Above 400 PSI 🔼

Great Pyrenees bite force: The Strongest.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Chihuahua bite force: Weak.
Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:

Low 🔽

The Afghan Hound has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Great Pyrenees has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

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

Health Issues
Afghan Hound vs Great Pyrenees vs Chihuahua health comparison. Which is the healthier: Afghan Hound vs Great Pyrenees vs Chihuahua?
The Afghan Hound is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Great Pyreneess are commonly healthy dogs.
Chihuahuas are commonly healthy dogs.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Afghan Hound vs Great Pyrenees vs Chihuahua? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Afghan Hound vs Great Pyrenees vs Chihuahua health problems comparison:
Cataracts
Allergies
Cancer
Hypothyroidism
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Patellar Luxation
Bloat
Entropion
Drug Sensitivity
Elbow Dysplasia
Addison's Disease
Collapsed Trachea
Heart Murmurs
Open Fontanel
Patellar Luxation
Pulmonic Stenosis
Hydrocephalus
Hypoglycemia
Shivering
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Average
The Afghan Hound should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Rare
The Great Pyrenees should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Rare
The Chihuahua should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Life Expectancy
Afghan Hound vs Great Pyrenees vs Chihuahua lifespan comparison. How long do Afghan Hound, Great Pyrenees and Chihuahua breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Afghan Hound: 13 years
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Great Pyrenees: 11 years
14-18 years
The average lifespan of Chihuahua: 16 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Afghan Hound vs Great Pyrenees vs Chihuahua?
Prefers cold weather
The Afghan Hound can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog.
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Prefers cold weather
The Great Pyrenees can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog.
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Prefers warm weather
Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates.
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Afghan Hound vs Great Pyrenees vs Chihuahua Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Afghan Hound or Great Pyrenees or Chihuahua? Afghan Hound vs Great Pyrenees vs Chihuahua energy level comparison:
Afghan Hound dogs are high-energy dogs.
Great Pyrenees dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Chihuahua dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Afghan Hound vs Great Pyrenees vs Chihuahua exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Afghan Hound or Great Pyrenees or Chihuahua? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Afghan Hound dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Great Pyrenees dogs have an average exercise need.
Chihuahua dogs exercise need is very minimal.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Afghan Hound or Great Pyrenees or Chihuahua?
Afghan Hound dogs don't need too much sleep.
Great Pyrenees dogs don't need too much sleep.
Chihuahua dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.

Afghan Hound vs Great Pyrenees vs Chihuahua Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Afghan Hound or Great Pyrenees or Chihuahua?
2 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals 8 to 10 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals Recommended daily amount: 1/4 to 1/2 cups of high-quality dry food a day.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Afghan Hound vs Great Pyrenees vs Chihuahua weight gain potential comparison:
Low: The Afghan Hound has good luck with genetics.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Great Pyrenees's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Average: The Chihuahua has an average risk for obesity.
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Afghan Hound vs Great Pyrenees vs Chihuahua Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Afghan Hound vs Great Pyrenees vs Chihuahua coat comparison:
Fine Dense
Double
Fine
Colors
What are the original Afghan Hound, Great Pyrenees and Chihuahua color?
Black
Tan
Red
Blue
Cream
White
Silver
White Black
Tan
Red
Cream
Fawn
Chocolate
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Afghan Hound or Great Pyrenees or Chihuahua? Afghan Hound vs Great Pyrenees vs Chihuahua grooming comparison:
Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition.
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Average: The Great Pyrenees requires average grooming effort.
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Effortless: The Chihuahua requires minimal grooming.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Afghan Hound or Great Pyrenees or Chihuahua? Afghan Hound or Great Pyrenees or {name3 shedding:
Afghan Hound dogs shed moderately.
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Great Pyrenees dogs shed above average.
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Chihuahua dogs shed none to minimal.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Afghan Hound or Great Pyrenees or Chihuahua?
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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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
Afghan Hound vs Great Pyrenees vs Chihuahua 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, Afghan Hound vs Great Pyrenees vs Chihuahua?

Medium

The Afghan Hound has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Great Pyrenees has an average chance of bad smell.

High 🔼

The Chihuahua has a high chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?
The Afghan Hound is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Great Pyrenees is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency.
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The Chihuahua is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Afghan Hound vs Great Pyrenees vs Chihuahua Good With Comparison

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

Afghan Hound vs Great Pyrenees vs Chihuahua 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: Afghan Hound or Great Pyrenees or Chihuahua? 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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Yes

This breed makes a perfect 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: Afghan Hound vs Great Pyrenees vs Chihuahua?

Not really

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

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

Chihuahua 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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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.

Afghan Hound vs Great Pyrenees vs Chihuahua 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 Afghan Hound and Great Pyrenees and Chihuahua have?
6-8 puppies 6-9 puppies 2-4 puppies

Afghan Hound vs Great Pyrenees vs Chihuahua Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1926 as a Hound breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1933 as a Working breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1904 as a Toy breed.
FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI?
Recognized by FCI in the Sighthounds group, in the Long-haired or fringed Sighthounds section. Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type section. Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Chihuahueno section.
Breed Recognition
What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?
American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club

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