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American Bulldog Shepherd vs Huntaway vs New Zealand Heading Dog Comparison - Dog breed selector: American Bulldog Shepherd or NZ Huntaway or New Zealand Eye Dog? Find the right dog for you

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Name American Bulldog Shepherd Huntaway New Zealand Heading Dog
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Common Names & Aliases
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New Zealand Huntaway
New Zealand Sheepdog
New Zealand Eye Dog
NZ Heading Dog
New Zealand Collie
Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between American Bulldog Shepherd, Huntaway, and New Zealand Heading Dog? Compare their breeding categories.
Cross Breed Purebred Purebred

American Bulldog Shepherd vs Huntaway vs New Zealand Heading Dog Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Compare size differences between American Bulldog Shepherd, Huntaway, and New Zealand Heading Dog. Which breed is the largest?
Large Large Large
Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between American Bulldog Shepherd, Huntaway, and New Zealand Heading Dog? Compare adult weight ranges.
Male: 66-88 pounds (30-40 kg), Female: 49-71 pounds (22-32 kg) 40-65 pounds (18-30 kg) 55-66 pounds (25-30 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 77 pounds (35 kg), Female: 60 pounds (27 kg) 52.5 pounds (24 kg) 60.5 pounds (27.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, American Bulldog Shepherd or Huntaway or New Zealand Heading Dog? American Bulldog Shepherd vs Huntaway vs New Zealand Heading Dog height comparison:
Male: 24-26 inches (60-65 cm), Female: 22-24 inches (55-60 cm) 20-24 inches (51-61 cm) 20-24 inches (50-61 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 25 inches (62.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (57.5 cm) 22 inches (56 cm) 22 inches (55.5 cm)

American Bulldog Shepherd vs Huntaway vs New Zealand Heading Dog Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range
Compare puppy costs for American Bulldog Shepherd, Huntaway, and New Zealand Heading Dog. Find price differences between these breeds.
$800-$2000 $300-$400 Unknown
Availability
Which is easier to get, American Bulldog Shepherd or Huntaway or New Zealand Heading Dog?
Frequent: The American Bulldog Shepherd is easier than average to get.
Average: The Huntaway is a commonly available dog breed.
Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.

American Bulldog Shepherd vs Huntaway vs New Zealand Heading Dog Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between American Bulldog Shepherd, Huntaway, and New Zealand Heading Dog. Which breed ranks highest?
Smart: The American Bulldog Shepherd dogs have great intelligence.
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Smart: The Huntaway dogs have great intelligence.
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Smart: The New Zealand Heading Dog dogs have great intelligence.
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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between American Bulldog Shepherd, Huntaway, and New Zealand Heading Dog. Which is easiest to train?
American Bulldog Shepherd dogs are easy to train.
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Huntaway dogs are easy to train.
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New Zealand Heading Dog dogs are very easy to train.
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Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of American Bulldog Shepherd, Huntaway, and New Zealand Heading Dog. Which breed is most alert?
American Bulldog Shepherd dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Huntaway dogs are not the best watchdogs.
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New Zealand Heading Dog dogs are average watchdogs.
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Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between American Bulldog Shepherd, Huntaway, and New Zealand Heading Dog. Which breed is most protective?
American Bulldog Shepherd dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Huntaway dogs are not the best to protect their territory.
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New Zealand Heading Dog dogs are not the best to protect their territory.
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American Bulldog Shepherd vs Huntaway vs New Zealand Heading Dog Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between American Bulldog Shepherd, Huntaway, and New Zealand Heading Dog? Compare temperaments.
Curious
Loving
Energetic
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Confident
Affectionate
Obedient
Loyal
Gentle
Going
Social
Watchful
Active
Energetic
Intelligent
Friendly
Trainable
Vocal
Intelligent
Willing
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
Sensitive: American Bulldog Shepherd 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: New Zealand Heading Dog 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 Bulldog Shepherd vs Huntaway vs New Zealand Heading Dog?
High: American Bulldog Shepherd dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Average to High: Huntaway dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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High: New Zealand Heading Dog dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
American Bulldog Shepherd vs Huntaway vs New Zealand Heading Dog social needs comparison:
American Bulldog Shepherd dogs are a social breed.
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Huntaway dogs are a social breed.
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New Zealand Heading Dog dogs are a social breed.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
American Bulldog Shepherd dogs tend to escape less than other breeds.
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Huntaway dogs are not the biggest explorers.
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New Zealand Heading Dog dogs are not the biggest explorers.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
American Bulldog Shepherd 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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New Zealand Heading Dog dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals.
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American Bulldog Shepherd vs Huntaway vs New Zealand Heading Dog Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of American Bulldog Shepherd, Huntaway, and New Zealand Heading Dog. Which breed is most vocal?
Low to Average: The American Bulldog Shepherd rarely barks.
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A lot: Huntaway is a particularly loud breed.
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Low to Average: The New Zealand Heading Dog rarely barks.
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between American Bulldog Shepherd, Huntaway, and New Zealand Heading Dog. Which breed is most playful?
The American Bulldog Shepherd is a playful breed.
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The Huntaway is a highly playful breed.
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The New Zealand Heading Dog is a playful breed.
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Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of American Bulldog Shepherd, Huntaway, and New Zealand Heading Dog. Which adapts best to small spaces?
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 Bulldog Shepherd indoors.
It is not recommended to keep the Huntaway breed in the home.
It is not recommended to keep the New Zealand Heading Dog breed in the home.

American Bulldog Shepherd vs Huntaway vs New Zealand Heading Dog Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between American Bulldog Shepherd, Huntaway, and New Zealand Heading Dog. Which breed is most flexible?
American Bulldog Shepherd dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Huntaway dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
New Zealand Heading Dog dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: American Bulldog Shepherd or Huntaway or New Zealand Heading Dog?
American Bulldog Shepherd 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.
Huntaway 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.
New Zealand Heading Dog 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.

American Bulldog Shepherd vs Huntaway vs New Zealand Heading Dog Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between American Bulldog Shepherd, Huntaway, and New Zealand Heading Dog. Which has lowest bite risk?

Moderate

The American Bulldog Shepherd has an average chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Huntaway has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The New Zealand Heading Dog has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between American Bulldog Shepherd, Huntaway, and New Zealand Heading Dog. Which uses mouth most during play?
American Bulldog Shepherd dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Huntaway dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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New Zealand Heading Dog dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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Bite Strength Rating
Compare bite forces between American Bulldog Shepherd, Huntaway, and New Zealand Heading Dog. Which has the strongest bite?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

American Bulldog Shepherd bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Huntaway bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

New Zealand Heading Dog bite force: Ordinary.

American Bulldog Shepherd vs Huntaway vs New Zealand Heading Dog Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of American Bulldog Shepherd, Huntaway, and New Zealand Heading Dog. Which breed lives longest?
9-13 years
The average lifespan of American Bulldog Shepherd: 11 years
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Huntaway: 13 years
12-14 years
The average lifespan of New Zealand Heading Dog: 13 years
Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between American Bulldog Shepherd, Huntaway, and New Zealand Heading Dog. Which handles climate changes best?
Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
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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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Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in American Bulldog Shepherd, Huntaway, and New Zealand Heading Dog. Which has fewer health issues?
The American Bulldog Shepherd is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Very healthy dog breed.
New Zealand Heading Dogs are commonly healthy dogs.
Vet Care Frequency
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Average
The American Bulldog Shepherd should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Rare
The Huntaway should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Rare
The New Zealand Heading Dog should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: American Bulldog Shepherd vs Huntaway vs New Zealand Heading Dog? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? American Bulldog Shepherd vs Huntaway vs New Zealand Heading Dog health problems comparison:
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Cancer
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Von Willebrand's Disease
Bloat
Epilepsy
Blindness
Entropion
Cherry Eye
Ectropion
Elbow Dysplasia
Diabetes
Heart Disease
Retinal Dysplasia
Demodectic Mange
Degenerative Myelopathy
Wobbler's Syndrome
Panosteitis
Hemophilia B
Megaesophagus
Cushing's Syndrome
Lens Luxation
Exocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency
Chronic Diarrhea
Cruciate Ligament Rupture
Digestive Problems
Hemophilia A
Hypertrophic Osteodystrophy
Lupus
Myasthenia Gravis
Nail Bed Disease
Osteochondrosis
Pannus
Paralysis
Perianal Fistula
Seborrhea
Vitiligo
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American Bulldog Shepherd vs Huntaway vs New Zealand Heading Dog Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating
Compare energy levels between American Bulldog Shepherd, Huntaway, and New Zealand Heading Dog. Which breed is most active?
American Bulldog Shepherd dogs are high-energy dogs.
Huntaway dogs are high-energy dogs.
New Zealand Heading Dog dogs are high-energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
American Bulldog Shepherd vs Huntaway vs New Zealand Heading Dog exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: American Bulldog Shepherd or Huntaway or New Zealand Heading Dog? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
American Bulldog Shepherd dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Huntaway dogs need a lot of exercises.
New Zealand Heading Dog dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: American Bulldog Shepherd or Huntaway or New Zealand Heading Dog?
American Bulldog Shepherd dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
Huntaway dogs don't need too much sleep.
New Zealand Heading Dog dogs don't need too much sleep.

American Bulldog Shepherd vs Huntaway vs New Zealand Heading Dog Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between American Bulldog Shepherd, Huntaway, and New Zealand Heading Dog. Which is most prone to obesity?
Low to Average: The American Bulldog Shepherd has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Huntaway has an average risk for obesity.
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Low to Average: The New Zealand Heading Dog has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between American Bulldog Shepherd, Huntaway, and New Zealand Heading Dog. Which needs most food?
3 to 4 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 2.5 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.

American Bulldog Shepherd vs Huntaway vs New Zealand Heading Dog Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of American Bulldog Shepherd, Huntaway, and New Zealand Heading Dog. Which is best for allergy sufferers?
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between American Bulldog Shepherd, Huntaway, and New Zealand Heading Dog. What colors are available?
Black
Tan
Red
White
Silver
Brown
Fawn
Black & Tan Black & White
Tan
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between American Bulldog Shepherd, Huntaway, and New Zealand Heading Dog. Which requires most maintenance?
Easy to groom: The American Bulldog Shepherd doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Average: The Huntaway requires average grooming effort.
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Average: The New Zealand Heading Dog requires average grooming effort.
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Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between American Bulldog Shepherd, Huntaway, and New Zealand Heading Dog. Which drools least?
The American Bulldog Shepherd is an average drooler.
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The Huntaway is an average drooler.
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The New Zealand Heading Dog is an average drooler.
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Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between American Bulldog Shepherd, Huntaway, and New Zealand Heading Dog. Which has least natural smell?

Medium

The American Bulldog Shepherd has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Huntaway has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The New Zealand Heading Dog has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between American Bulldog Shepherd, Huntaway, and New Zealand Heading Dog. How do their fur characteristics differ?
Fine
Fuzzy
Rough
Smooth
Smooth
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between American Bulldog Shepherd, Huntaway, and New Zealand Heading Dog. Which requires most frequent baths?
8-12 weeks
Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more American Bulldog Shepherd or Huntaway or New Zealand Heading Dog? American Bulldog Shepherd or Huntaway or {name3 shedding:
American Bulldog Shepherd dogs shed above average.
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Huntaway dogs shed moderately.
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New Zealand Heading Dog dogs shed moderately.
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American Bulldog Shepherd vs Huntaway vs New Zealand Heading Dog Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility
Compare child-friendliness between American Bulldog Shepherd, Huntaway, and New Zealand Heading Dog. Which is best with kids?
American Bulldog Shepherd dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Huntaway dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
New Zealand Heading Dog dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Pet Compatibility
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
American Bulldog Shepherd dogs are generally with other pets.
Huntaway dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
New Zealand Heading Dog dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly American Bulldog Shepherd or Huntaway or New Zealand Heading Dog? Which dog is more friendly?
American Bulldog Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Huntaway dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
New Zealand Heading Dog dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly American Bulldog Shepherd or Huntaway or New Zealand Heading Dog?
American Bulldog Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Huntaway dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
New Zealand Heading Dog dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly American Bulldog Shepherd or Huntaway or New Zealand Heading Dog?
American Bulldog Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Huntaway dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
New Zealand Heading Dog dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: American Bulldog Shepherd vs Huntaway vs New Zealand Heading Dog?
Yes
American Bulldog Shepherd dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Huntaway dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
New Zealand Heading Dog dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
American Bulldog Shepherd is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Huntaway is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
New Zealand Heading Dog is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
American Bulldog Shepherds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Huntaways are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
New Zealand Heading Dogs are usually recommended for elderly people.

American Bulldog Shepherd vs Huntaway vs New Zealand Heading Dog As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between American Bulldog Shepherd, Huntaway, and New Zealand Heading Dog. Which is best suited for service work?

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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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Therapy Work Suitability
Compare therapy dog potential between American Bulldog Shepherd, Huntaway, and New Zealand Heading Dog. Which excels in therapy work?

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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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between American Bulldog Shepherd, Huntaway, and New Zealand Heading Dog. Which has best nose work ability?

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.

Not really

They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search & Rescue Potential
Compare search and rescue potential between American Bulldog Shepherd, Huntaway, and New Zealand Heading Dog. Which is best for SAR work?

Yes

This breed would make an excellent 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.
Maritime Work Ability
Compare boating aptitude between American Bulldog Shepherd, Huntaway, and New Zealand Heading Dog. Which is best suited for water work?

Not really

American Bulldog Shepherd breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

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

New Zealand Heading Dog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between American Bulldog Shepherd, Huntaway, and New Zealand Heading Dog. Which is best for draft work?

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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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Military Service Background
Compare military service history of American Bulldog Shepherd, Huntaway, and New Zealand Heading Dog. Which has most military use?

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.

American Bulldog Shepherd vs Huntaway vs New Zealand Heading Dog Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of American Bulldog Shepherd, Huntaway, and New Zealand Heading Dog. Which has most puppies?
6-10 puppies 5-7 puppies 3-5 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of American Bulldog Shepherd, Huntaway, and New Zealand Heading Dog. Any breeding differences?
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Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between American Bulldog Shepherd, Huntaway, and New Zealand Heading Dog. What's recommended?

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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American Bulldog Shepherd vs Huntaway vs New Zealand Heading Dog Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for American Bulldog Shepherd, Huntaway, and New Zealand Heading Dog. How are they classified?
Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for American Bulldog Shepherd, Huntaway, and New Zealand Heading Dog. How are they classified internationally?
Not recognized by FCI. Not recognized by FCI. Not recognized by FCI.
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of American Bulldog Shepherd, Huntaway, and New Zealand Heading Dog. Which has most recognition?
No data available Dog Registry of America Inc.
New Zealand Kennel Club
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