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Airedale Terrier vs Appenzeller Sennenhund vs Dalmatian Comparison - Dog breed selector: Bingley Terrier or Appenzell Cattle Dog or Carriage Dog? Find the right dog for you

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Name Airedale Terrier Appenzeller Sennenhund Dalmatian
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Bingley Terrier
Irish Red Terrier
Waterside Terrier
Appenzell Cattle Dog
Appenzeller Mountain Dog
Entlebucher Mountain Dog
Entlebucher Sennenhund
Appenzeller
Carriage Dog
Dally
Firehouse Dog
Plum Pudding Dog
Spotted Coach Dog
Dal
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Airedale Terrier vs Appenzeller Sennenhund vs Dalmatian breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Airedale Terrier vs Appenzeller Sennenhund vs Dalmatian Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Airedale Terrier or Appenzeller Sennenhund or Dalmatian? Which is the smallest dog, Airedale Terrier or Appenzeller Sennenhund or Dalmatian?
Medium Medium Large
Weight
Which is heavier, Airedale Terrier or Appenzeller Sennenhund or Appenzeller Sennenhund? Airedale Terrier vs Appenzeller Sennenhund vs Dalmatian weight comparison:
Male: 50-65 pounds (23-29 kg), Female: 40-45 pounds (18-20 kg) 49-71 pounds (22-32 kg) about 55 pounds (25 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 57.5 pounds (26 kg), Female: 42.5 pounds (19 kg) 60 pounds (27 kg) about 55 pounds (25 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Airedale Terrier or Appenzeller Sennenhund or Dalmatian? Airedale Terrier vs Appenzeller Sennenhund vs Dalmatian height comparison:
Male: 22-24 inches (56-61 cm), Female: 22-23 inches (56-58 cm) Male: 22-23 inches (56-58.5 cm), Female: 18.5-20 inches (47-50 cm) Male: 22 - 24 inches (50 – 60 cm), Female: 20 - 22 inches (50 - 55 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 22.5 inches (57 cm) Male: 22.5 inches (56-58.5 cm), Female: 18.12.5 inches (48.5 cm) Male: 22 - 24 inches (50 – 60 cm), Female: 20 - 22 inches (50 - 55 cm)

Airedale Terrier vs Appenzeller Sennenhund vs Dalmatian Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Airedale Terrier or Appenzeller Sennenhund or Dalmatian? Which is more expensive?
$600-$800 $600-$800 $500-$600
Availability
Which is easier to get, Airedale Terrier or Appenzeller Sennenhund or Dalmatian?
Very frequent: The Airedale Terrier is quite easy to get.
Average: The Appenzeller Sennenhund is a commonly available dog breed.
Very frequent: The Dalmatian is quite easy to get.

Airedale Terrier vs Appenzeller Sennenhund vs Dalmatian Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Airedale Terrier vs Appenzeller Sennenhund vs Dalmatian intelligence:
Smart: The Airedale Terrier dogs have great intelligence.
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Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Smart: The Dalmatian dogs have great intelligence.
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Trainability
Airedale Terrier vs Appenzeller Sennenhund vs Dalmatian trainability comparison.
Airedale Terrier dogs are very easy to train.
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Appenzeller Sennenhund dogs are easy to train.
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Dalmatian dogs are quite easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Airedale Terrier or Appenzeller Sennenhund or Dalmatian?
Airedale Terrier dogs are good watchdogs.
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Appenzeller Sennenhund dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Dalmatian dogs are average watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Airedale Terrier or Appenzeller Sennenhund or Dalmatian? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Airedale Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Appenzeller Sennenhund dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Dalmatian dogs are average defenders.
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Airedale Terrier vs Appenzeller Sennenhund vs Dalmatian Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Airedale Terrier or Appenzeller Sennenhund or Dalmatian? Airedale Terrier vs Appenzeller Sennenhund vs Dalmatian behavior/temperament comparison:
Playful
Energetic
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Outgoing
Obedient
Loyal
Adaptable
Brave
Balanced
Energetic
Reliable
Lively
Social
Selfish
Fearless
Active
Playful
Energetic
Sensitive
Intelligent
Friendly
Outgoing
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
Airedale Terrier dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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Appenzeller Sennenhund 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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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Airedale Terrier vs Appenzeller Sennenhund vs Dalmatian?
Average to High: Airedale Terrier dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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Average to High: Appenzeller Sennenhund dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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High: Dalmatian dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Airedale Terrier vs Appenzeller Sennenhund vs Dalmatian social needs comparison:
Airedale Terrier dogs are a social breed.
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Appenzeller Sennenhund dogs are a social breed.
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Dalmatian 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 Airedale Terrier is strong enough to escape from home.
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Appenzeller Sennenhund dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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The wanderlust potential of the Dalmatian 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?
Airedale Terrier dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Appenzeller Sennenhund 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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Dalmatian dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals.
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Airedale Terrier vs Appenzeller Sennenhund vs Dalmatian Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Airedale Terrier vs Appenzeller Sennenhund vs Dalmatian playfulness comparison:
The Airedale Terrier is a highly playful breed.
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The Appenzeller Sennenhund is a playful breed.
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The Dalmatian is a highly playful breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Airedale Terrier vs Appenzeller Sennenhund vs Dalmatian?
Average: The Airedale Terrier barks occasionally.
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Low to Average: The Appenzeller Sennenhund rarely barks.
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Average: The Dalmatian barks occasionally.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Airedale Terrier or Appenzeller Sennenhund or Dalmatian?
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 Airedale Terrier indoors.
It is not recommended to keep the Appenzeller Sennenhund breed in the home.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Dalmatian breed.

Airedale Terrier vs Appenzeller Sennenhund vs Dalmatian Adaptability and Independence Comparison

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

Airedale Terrier vs Appenzeller Sennenhund vs Dalmatian Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Airedale Terrier or Appenzeller Sennenhund or Dalmatian?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Airedale Terrier bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Appenzeller Sennenhund bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

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

Low 🔽

The Airedale Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Appenzeller Sennenhund has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Dalmatian has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Airedale Terrier vs Appenzeller Sennenhund vs Dalmatian mouthiness comparison:
Airedale Terrier dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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Appenzeller Sennenhund dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Dalmatian dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Airedale Terrier vs Appenzeller Sennenhund vs Dalmatian Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Airedale Terrier vs Appenzeller Sennenhund vs Dalmatian health comparison. Which is the healthier: Airedale Terrier vs Appenzeller Sennenhund vs Dalmatian?
Airedale Terriers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Appenzeller Sennenhunds tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Dalmatians are commonly healthy dogs.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Airedale Terrier vs Appenzeller Sennenhund vs Dalmatian? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Airedale Terrier vs Appenzeller Sennenhund vs Dalmatian health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Cancer
Hypothyroidism
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Umbilical Hernias
Von Willebrand's Disease
No data available Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Deafness
Skin Allergies
Iris Sphincter Dysplasia
Urolithiasis
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Frequent
The Airedale Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Frequent
The Appenzeller Sennenhund should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Rare
The Dalmatian should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Life Expectancy
Airedale Terrier vs Appenzeller Sennenhund vs Dalmatian lifespan comparison. How long do Airedale Terrier, Appenzeller Sennenhund and Dalmatian breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
9-13 years
The average lifespan of Airedale Terrier: 11 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Appenzeller Sennenhund: 13 years
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Dalmatian: 13 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Airedale Terrier vs Appenzeller Sennenhund vs Dalmatian?
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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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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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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Airedale Terrier vs Appenzeller Sennenhund vs Dalmatian Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Airedale Terrier vs Appenzeller Sennenhund vs Dalmatian Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Airedale Terrier or Appenzeller Sennenhund or Dalmatian?
1.5 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 4 to 5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. Recommended daily amount: 1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Airedale Terrier vs Appenzeller Sennenhund vs Dalmatian weight gain potential comparison:
Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Airedale Terrier's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Average: The Appenzeller Sennenhund has an average risk for obesity.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Dalmatian's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Airedale Terrier vs Appenzeller Sennenhund vs Dalmatian Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Airedale Terrier vs Appenzeller Sennenhund vs Dalmatian coat comparison:
Wiry
Dense
Rough
Thick
Double
Fine
Colors
What are the original Airedale Terrier, Appenzeller Sennenhund and Dalmatian color?
Black
Tan
Grizzle
Black tricolor
Tricolor
Red tricolor
Black
White
Brown
Liver
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Airedale Terrier or Appenzeller Sennenhund or Dalmatian? Airedale Terrier vs Appenzeller Sennenhund vs Dalmatian grooming comparison:
Advanced: The Airedale Terrier requires a lot of grooming.
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Easy to groom: The Appenzeller Sennenhund doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Effortless: The Dalmatian requires minimal grooming.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Airedale Terrier or Appenzeller Sennenhund or Dalmatian? Airedale Terrier or Appenzeller Sennenhund or {name3 shedding:
Airedale Terrier dogs are low shedders.
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Appenzeller Sennenhund dogs shed moderately.
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Dalmatian dogs are heavy shedders.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Airedale Terrier or Appenzeller Sennenhund or Dalmatian?
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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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
Airedale Terrier vs Appenzeller Sennenhund vs Dalmatian 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, Airedale Terrier vs Appenzeller Sennenhund vs Dalmatian?

Medium

The Airedale Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Appenzeller Sennenhund has an average chance of bad smell.

Low 🔽

The Dalmatian has a low chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?
The Airedale Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Appenzeller Sennenhund is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Dalmatian is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Airedale Terrier vs Appenzeller Sennenhund vs Dalmatian Good With Comparison

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

Airedale Terrier vs Appenzeller Sennenhund vs Dalmatian 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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Yes

This breed makes good as a service dog.
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Therapy Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: Airedale Terrier or Appenzeller Sennenhund or Dalmatian? Which is better for autism?

Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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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: Airedale Terrier vs Appenzeller Sennenhund vs Dalmatian?

Not really

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

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

Dalmatian 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.

Airedale Terrier vs Appenzeller Sennenhund vs Dalmatian 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 Airedale Terrier and Appenzeller Sennenhund and Dalmatian have?
7-9 puppies 4-6 puppies 6-9 puppies

Airedale Terrier vs Appenzeller Sennenhund vs Dalmatian Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1888 as a Terrier breed. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1888 as a Non-Sporting breed.
FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI?
Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Large and medium sized Terriers 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 Scent hounds and related breeds group, in the Related breeds 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
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Continental Kennel Club
National 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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