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American Bull Staffy vs Rottweiler vs Doberman Pinscher Comparison - Dog breed selector: American Bull Staffy or Rott or Doberman? Find the right dog for you

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Name American Bull Staffy Rottweiler Doberman Pinscher
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Group Designer Dogs Working Dogs Working Dogs
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
No data available Rott
Rottie
Doberman
Dobermann
Dobynm
Dobie
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? American Bull Staffy vs Rottweiler vs Doberman Pinscher breed type comparison:
Cross Breed Purebred Purebred

American Bull Staffy vs Rottweiler vs Doberman Pinscher Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, American Bull Staffy or Rottweiler or Doberman Pinscher? Which is more expensive?
$500-$600 $1200-$2000 $800-$1000
Availability
Which is easier to get, American Bull Staffy or Rottweiler or Doberman Pinscher?
Frequent: The American Bull Staffy is easier than average to get.
Very frequent: The Rottweiler is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Doberman Pinscher is quite easy to get.

American Bull Staffy vs Rottweiler vs Doberman Pinscher Size Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, American Bull Staffy or Rottweiler or Doberman Pinscher? Which is the smallest dog, American Bull Staffy or Rottweiler or Doberman Pinscher?
Large
Medium
Large
Giant
Medium
Weight
Which is heavier, American Bull Staffy or Rottweiler or Rottweiler? American Bull Staffy vs Rottweiler vs Doberman Pinscher weight comparison:
57-67 pounds (25-30 kg) Male: 95-130 pounds (43-59 kg), Female: 85-115 pounds (38-52 kg) Male: 88-99 pounds (40-45 kg), Female: 71-77 pounds (32-35 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
62 pounds (27.5 kg) Male: 112.5 pounds (51 kg), Female: 100 pounds (45 kg) Male: 93.5 pounds (42.5 kg), Female: 74 pounds (33.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, American Bull Staffy or Rottweiler or Doberman Pinscher? American Bull Staffy vs Rottweiler vs Doberman Pinscher height comparison:
Male: 22-28 inches (55-70 cm), Female: 20-26 inches (52-65 cm) Male: 24-27 inches (61-69 cm), Female: 22-25 inches (56-63 cm) Male: 26-28 inches (66-71cm), Female: 24-26 inches (61-66 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 25 inches (62.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (58.5 cm) Male: 25.5 inches (65 cm), Female: 23.5 inches (59.5 cm) Male: 27 inches (68.5 cm), Female: 25 inches (63.5 cm)

American Bull Staffy vs Rottweiler vs Doberman Pinscher Grooming, Hair and Care Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? American Bull Staffy vs Rottweiler vs Doberman Pinscher coat comparison:
Fine Dense Fine
Colors
What are the original American Bull Staffy, Rottweiler and Doberman Pinscher color?
Black
Blue
White
Brown
Fawn
Black
Tan
Rust
Mahogany
Black
Tan
Red
Blue
White
Brown
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, American Bull Staffy or Rottweiler or Doberman Pinscher? American Bull Staffy vs Rottweiler vs Doberman Pinscher grooming comparison:
Effortless: The American Bull Staffy requires minimal grooming.
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Effortless: The Rottweiler requires minimal grooming.
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Easy to groom: The Doberman Pinscher doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more American Bull Staffy or Rottweiler or Doberman Pinscher? American Bull Staffy or Rottweiler or {name3 shedding:
American Bull Staffy dogs are low shedders.
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Rottweiler dogs shed moderately.
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Doberman Pinscher dogs shed moderately.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: American Bull Staffy or Rottweiler or Doberman Pinscher?
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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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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American Bull Staffy vs Rottweiler vs Doberman Pinscher Personality / Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, American Bull Staffy or Rottweiler or Doberman Pinscher? American Bull Staffy vs Rottweiler vs Doberman Pinscher behavior/temperament comparison:
Loving
Energetic
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Loyal
Devoted
Gentle
Going
Social
Attentive
Tenacious
Independent
Protective
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Loyal
Fearless
Good-natured
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Obedient
Loyal
Fearless
Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? American Bull Staffy vs Rottweiler vs Doberman Pinscher intelligence:
Smart: The American Bull Staffy dogs have great intelligence.
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Outstanding: Rottweiler is one of the brightest dog breeds.
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Outstanding: Doberman Pinscher is one of the brightest dog breeds.
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Trainability
American Bull Staffy vs Rottweiler vs Doberman Pinscher trainability comparison.
American Bull Staffy dogs are easy to train.
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Rottweiler dogs are easy to train.
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Doberman Pinscher dogs are quite easy to train.
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Playfulness
American Bull Staffy vs Rottweiler vs Doberman Pinscher playfulness comparison:
The American Bull Staffy is a playful breed.
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Average: Rottweilers, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Average: Doberman Pinschers, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
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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Sensitive: Doberman Pinscher 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: American Bull Staffy vs Rottweiler vs Doberman Pinscher?
High: American Bull Staffy dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Average: Rottweiler dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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High: Doberman Pinscher dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
American Bull Staffy vs Rottweiler vs Doberman Pinscher social needs comparison:
American Bull Staffy dogs are a social breed.
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Rottweiler dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Doberman Pinscher dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: American Bull Staffy vs Rottweiler vs Doberman Pinscher?
Average: The American Bull Staffy barks occasionally.
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Low: The Rottweiler barks none to minimal.
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Low to Average: The Doberman Pinscher rarely barks.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: American Bull Staffy or Rottweiler or Doberman Pinscher?
American Bull Staffy dogs are good watchdogs.
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Rottweiler dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Doberman Pinscher dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog American Bull Staffy or Rottweiler or Doberman Pinscher? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
American Bull Staffy dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Rottweiler dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Doberman Pinscher dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:

Low 🔽

The American Bull Staffy has a low chance of biting somebody.

Moderate

The American Bull Staffy has an average chance of biting somebody.

High 🔼

The Rottweiler has a high chance of biting somebody.

Moderate

The Doberman Pinscher has an average chance of biting somebody.
Bite Force
Which bite is stronger: American Bull Staffy or Rottweiler or Doberman Pinscher?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

American Bull Staffy bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Rottweiler bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Doberman Pinscher bite force: Ordinary.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? American Bull Staffy vs Rottweiler vs Doberman Pinscher mouthiness comparison:
American Bull Staffy dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Rottweiler dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Doberman Pinscher dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
American Bull Staffy dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Rottweiler dogs tend to escape less than other breeds.
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Doberman Pinscher 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?
American Bull Staffy 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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Rottweiler dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Their prey drive is low.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly American Bull Staffy or Rottweiler or Doberman Pinscher?
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 American Bull Staffy indoors.
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 Rottweiler indoors.
Very house-friendly dog the Doberman Pinscher breed.
Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
American Bull Staffy dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Average: Rottweiler dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Doberman Pinscher dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: American Bull Staffy or Rottweiler or Doberman Pinscher?
American Bull Staffy 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.
Rottweiler dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

American Bull Staffy vs Rottweiler vs Doberman Pinscher Good With Comparison

Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly American Bull Staffy or Rottweiler or Doberman Pinscher? Which dog is more friendly?
American Bull Staffy dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Rottweiler dogs are not stranger friendly dogs.
Doberman Pinscher dogs are not stranger friendly dogs.
Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
American Bull Staffy dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Rottweiler dogs are generally with other pets.
Doberman Pinscher dogs are generally with other pets.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly American Bull Staffy or Rottweiler or Doberman Pinscher?
American Bull Staffy dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Rottweiler dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.
Doberman Pinscher dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly American Bull Staffy or Rottweiler or Doberman Pinscher?
American Bull Staffy dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Rottweiler dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Doberman Pinscher dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly American Bull Staffy or Rottweiler or Doberman Pinscher?
American Bull Staffy dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Rottweiler dogs are not dog-friendly.
Doberman Pinscher dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: American Bull Staffy vs Rottweiler vs Doberman Pinscher?
Yes
American Bull Staffy dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Rottweiler dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Doberman Pinscher dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
American Bull Staffy is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Rottweiler is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Doberman Pinscher is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
American Bull Staffys are usually recommended for elderly people.
Rottweilers are not the best breed for elderly people.
Doberman Pinschers are commonly okay with elderly people.

American Bull Staffy vs Rottweiler vs Doberman Pinscher Health Comparison

Health Issues
American Bull Staffy vs Rottweiler vs Doberman Pinscher health comparison. Which is the healthier: American Bull Staffy vs Rottweiler vs Doberman Pinscher?
The American Bull Staffy is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The Rottweiler is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Doberman Pinschers are commonly healthy dogs.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: American Bull Staffy vs Rottweiler vs Doberman Pinscher? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? American Bull Staffy vs Rottweiler vs Doberman Pinscher health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Cancer
Entropion
Cherry Eye
Ectropion
Elbow Dysplasia
Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Hypothyroidism
Bloat
Elbow Dysplasia
Panosteitis
Aortic Stenosis
Osteosarcoma
Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis
Hip Dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Von Willebrand's Disease
Wobbler's Syndrome
Cardiomyopathy
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Average
The American Bull Staffy should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Average
The Rottweiler should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Rare
The Doberman Pinscher should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Life Expectancy
American Bull Staffy vs Rottweiler vs Doberman Pinscher lifespan comparison. How long do American Bull Staffy, Rottweiler and Doberman Pinscher breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
12-14 years
The average lifespan of American Bull Staffy: 13 years
8-12 years
The average lifespan of Rottweiler: 10 years
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Doberman Pinscher: 11 years
Hypoallergenic
American Bull Staffy vs Rottweiler vs Doberman Pinscher hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?
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Energy Level
Who has more energy a American Bull Staffy or Rottweiler or Doberman Pinscher? American Bull Staffy vs Rottweiler vs Doberman Pinscher energy level comparison:
American Bull Staffy dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Rottweiler dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Doberman Pinscher dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
American Bull Staffy vs Rottweiler vs Doberman Pinscher exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: American Bull Staffy or Rottweiler or Doberman Pinscher? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
American Bull Staffy dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Rottweiler dogs have an average exercise need.
Doberman Pinscher dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: American Bull Staffy or Rottweiler or Doberman Pinscher?
American Bull Staffy dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.
Rottweiler dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Doberman Pinscher dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: American Bull Staffy or Rottweiler or Doberman Pinscher?
2.5 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. Recommended daily amount: 4 to 10 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 5 to 6 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? American Bull Staffy vs Rottweiler vs Doberman Pinscher weight gain potential comparison:
Low to Average: The American Bull Staffy has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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High: The Rottweiler breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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Average: The Doberman Pinscher has an average risk for obesity.
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Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: American Bull Staffy vs Rottweiler vs Doberman Pinscher?
Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
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Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
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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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Stinkiness
Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, American Bull Staffy vs Rottweiler vs Doberman Pinscher?

Medium

The American Bull Staffy has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Rottweiler has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Doberman Pinscher has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?
The American Bull Staffy 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 Rottweiler 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 Doberman Pinscher 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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American Bull Staffy vs Rottweiler vs Doberman Pinscher As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog
Which one could be a service dog?

Yes

This breed makes good 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: American Bull Staffy or Rottweiler or Doberman Pinscher? 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.

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: American Bull Staffy vs Rottweiler vs Doberman Pinscher?

Not really

American Bull Staffy breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

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

Doberman Pinscher 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?

Yes

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.

Yes

In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

Yes

In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

American Bull Staffy vs Rottweiler vs Doberman Pinscher 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 American Bull Staffy and Rottweiler and Doberman Pinscher have?
5-10 puppies 8-12 puppies 6-10 puppies

American Bull Staffy vs Rottweiler vs Doberman Pinscher Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1931 as a Working breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1908 as a Working breed.
FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI?
Not recognized by FCI. 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 Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Pinscher and Schnauzer type section.
Breed Recognition
What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?
No data available 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
Colonial Rottweiler Club
Deutscher Rottweiler Klub
International Rottweiler 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
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
Canadian Canine Registry

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