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American Bulldog vs Rottweiler vs Perro de Presa Canario Comparison - Dog breed selector: AM Bulldog or Rott or Canarian Molosser? Find the right dog for you

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Name American Bulldog Rottweiler Perro de Presa Canario
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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for American Bulldog, Rottweiler, and Perro de Presa Canario breeds.
AM Bulldog
American Bulldogge
American Bulldoggee
Old Country Bulldog
AmBulldog
Rott
Rottie
Canarian Molosser
Canary Mastiff
Dogo Canario
Presa
Presa Canario
Canary Catch Dog
Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between American Bulldog, Rottweiler, and Perro de Presa Canario? Compare their breeding categories.
Purebred Purebred Cross Breed

American Bulldog vs Rottweiler vs Perro de Presa Canario Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Compare size differences between American Bulldog, Rottweiler, and Perro de Presa Canario. Which breed is the largest?
Large Large
Giant
Large
Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between American Bulldog, Rottweiler, and Perro de Presa Canario? Compare adult weight ranges.
Male: 70-120 pounds (32-54 kg), Female: 60-100 pounds (27-45 kg) Male: 95-130 pounds (43-59 kg), Female: 85-115 pounds (38-52 kg) 80-100 pounds (36-45 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 95 pounds (43 kg), Female: 80 pounds (36 kg) Male: 112.5 pounds (51 kg), Female: 100 pounds (45 kg) 90 pounds (40.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, American Bulldog or Rottweiler or Perro de Presa Canario? American Bulldog vs Rottweiler vs Perro de Presa Canario 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) 21-25 inches (55-65 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) 23 inches (60 cm)

American Bulldog vs Rottweiler vs Perro de Presa Canario Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range
Compare puppy costs for American Bulldog, Rottweiler, and Perro de Presa Canario. Find price differences between these breeds.
$500-$600 $1200-$2000 $1200-$3000
Availability
Which is easier to get, American Bulldog or Rottweiler or Perro de Presa Canario?
Average: The American Bulldog is a commonly available dog breed.
Very frequent: The Rottweiler is quite easy to get.
Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.

American Bulldog vs Rottweiler vs Perro de Presa Canario Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between American Bulldog, Rottweiler, and Perro de Presa Canario. Which breed ranks highest?
Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Outstanding: Rottweiler is one of the brightest dog breeds.
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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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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between American Bulldog, Rottweiler, and Perro de Presa Canario. Which is easiest to train?
American Bulldog dogs are quite easy to train.
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Rottweiler dogs are easy to train.
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Perro de Presa Canario dogs are quite easy to train.
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Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of American Bulldog, Rottweiler, and Perro de Presa Canario. Which breed is most alert?
American Bulldog dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Rottweiler dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Perro de Presa Canario dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between American Bulldog, Rottweiler, and Perro de Presa Canario. Which breed is most protective?
American Bulldog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Rottweiler dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Perro de Presa Canario dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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American Bulldog vs Rottweiler vs Perro de Presa Canario Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between American Bulldog, Rottweiler, and Perro de Presa Canario? Compare temperaments.
Loving
Energetic
Alert
Courageous
Affectionate
Gentle
Going
Social
Independent
Protective
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Loyal
Fearless
Good-natured
Dominant
Gentle
Strong
Willed
Calm
Suspicious
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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Perro de Presa Canario dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: American Bulldog vs Rottweiler vs Perro de Presa Canario?
High: American Bulldog 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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Average: Perro de Presa Canario dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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Social Needs
American Bulldog vs Rottweiler vs Perro de Presa Canario social needs comparison:
American Bulldog dogs are a social breed.
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Rottweiler dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Perro de Presa Canario dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
American Bulldog dogs tend to escape less than other breeds.
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Rottweiler dogs tend to escape less than other breeds.
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Perro de Presa Canario dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
American Bulldog 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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Perro de Presa Canario dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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American Bulldog vs Rottweiler vs Perro de Presa Canario Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of American Bulldog, Rottweiler, and Perro de Presa Canario. Which breed is most vocal?
Low to Average: The American Bulldog rarely barks.
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Low: The Rottweiler barks none to minimal.
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Low to Average: The Perro de Presa Canario rarely barks.
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between American Bulldog, Rottweiler, and Perro de Presa Canario. Which breed is most playful?
The American Bulldog is a playful breed.
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Average: Rottweilers, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Average: Perro de Presa Canarios, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of American Bulldog, Rottweiler, and Perro de Presa Canario. 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 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.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Perro de Presa Canario breed.

American Bulldog vs Rottweiler vs Perro de Presa Canario Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between American Bulldog, Rottweiler, and Perro de Presa Canario. Which breed is most flexible?
American Bulldog dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Average: Rottweiler dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Perro de Presa Canario dogs don't adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: American Bulldog or Rottweiler or Perro de Presa Canario?
American Bulldog 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 Bulldog vs Rottweiler vs Perro de Presa Canario Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between American Bulldog, Rottweiler, and Perro de Presa Canario. Which has lowest bite risk?

Moderate

The American Bulldog has an average chance of biting somebody.

High 🔼

The Rottweiler has a high chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Perro de Presa Canario has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between American Bulldog, Rottweiler, and Perro de Presa Canario. Which uses mouth most during play?
American Bulldog dogs have a lower 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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Perro de Presa Canario dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Bite Strength Rating
Compare bite forces between American Bulldog, Rottweiler, and Perro de Presa Canario. Which has the strongest bite?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

American Bulldog bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Rottweiler bite force: Ordinary.

Above 400 PSI 🔼

Perro de Presa Canario bite force: The Strongest.

American Bulldog vs Rottweiler vs Perro de Presa Canario Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of American Bulldog, Rottweiler, and Perro de Presa Canario. Which breed lives longest?
10-12 years
The average lifespan of American Bulldog: 11 years
8-12 years
The average lifespan of Rottweiler: 10 years
9-11 years
The average lifespan of Perro de Presa Canario: 10 years
Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between American Bulldog, Rottweiler, and Perro de Presa Canario. 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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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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Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in American Bulldog, Rottweiler, and Perro de Presa Canario. Which has fewer health issues?
American Bulldogs tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
The Rottweiler is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Perro de Presa Canarios are commonly healthy dogs.
Vet Care Frequency
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Frequent
The American Bulldog should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Average
The Rottweiler should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Rare
The Perro de Presa Canario 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 vs Rottweiler vs Perro de Presa Canario? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? American Bulldog vs Rottweiler vs Perro de Presa Canario 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
Luxating Patella
Hypothyroidism
Bloat
Demodectic Mange
Cryptorchidism
Dilated Cardiomyopathy
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder

American Bulldog vs Rottweiler vs Perro de Presa Canario Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating
Compare energy levels between American Bulldog, Rottweiler, and Perro de Presa Canario. Which breed is most active?
American Bulldog dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Rottweiler dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Perro de Presa Canario dogs are high-energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
American Bulldog vs Rottweiler vs Perro de Presa Canario exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: American Bulldog or Rottweiler or Perro de Presa Canario? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
American Bulldog dogs have an average exercise need.
Rottweiler dogs have an average exercise need.
Perro de Presa Canario dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: American Bulldog or Rottweiler or Perro de Presa Canario?
American Bulldog 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.
Perro de Presa Canario dogs don't need too much sleep.

American Bulldog vs Rottweiler vs Perro de Presa Canario Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between American Bulldog, Rottweiler, and Perro de Presa Canario. Which is most prone to obesity?
Low to Average: The American Bulldog 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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High: The Perro de Presa Canario breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between American Bulldog, Rottweiler, and Perro de Presa Canario. Which needs most food?
3 to 5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, divided into two meals. Recommended daily amount: 4 to 10 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 3 to 5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, divided into two meals.

American Bulldog vs Rottweiler vs Perro de Presa Canario Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of American Bulldog, Rottweiler, and Perro de Presa Canario. Which is best for allergy sufferers?
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between American Bulldog, Rottweiler, and Perro de Presa Canario. What colors are available?
Black
White
Brown
Fawn
Black
Tan
Rust
Mahogany
Black
Red
Silver
Fawn
Brindle
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between American Bulldog, Rottweiler, and Perro de Presa Canario. Which requires most maintenance?
Effortless: The American Bulldog requires minimal grooming.
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Effortless: The Rottweiler requires minimal grooming.
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Easy to groom: The Perro de Presa Canario doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between American Bulldog, Rottweiler, and Perro de Presa Canario. Which drools least?
The American Bulldog 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 Perro de Presa Canario is an average drooler.
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Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between American Bulldog, Rottweiler, and Perro de Presa Canario. Which has least natural smell?

Medium

The American Bulldog has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Rottweiler has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Perro de Presa Canario has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between American Bulldog, Rottweiler, and Perro de Presa Canario. How do their fur characteristics differ?
Fine Dense Smooth
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between American Bulldog, Rottweiler, and Perro de Presa Canario. Which requires most frequent baths?
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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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 or Rottweiler or Perro de Presa Canario? American Bulldog or Rottweiler or {name3 shedding:
American Bulldog dogs shed moderately.
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Rottweiler dogs shed moderately.
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Perro de Presa Canario dogs shed none to minimal.
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American Bulldog vs Rottweiler vs Perro de Presa Canario Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility
Compare child-friendliness between American Bulldog, Rottweiler, and Perro de Presa Canario. Which is best with kids?
American Bulldog dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Rottweiler dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.
Perro de Presa Canario dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.
Pet Compatibility
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
American Bulldog dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Rottweiler dogs are generally with other pets.
Perro de Presa Canario dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly American Bulldog or Rottweiler or Perro de Presa Canario? Which dog is more friendly?
American Bulldog dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Rottweiler dogs are not stranger friendly dogs.
Perro de Presa Canario dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly American Bulldog or Rottweiler or Perro de Presa Canario?
American Bulldog dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Rottweiler dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Perro de Presa Canario dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly American Bulldog or Rottweiler or Perro de Presa Canario?
American Bulldog dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Rottweiler dogs are not dog-friendly.
Perro de Presa Canario dogs are not dog-friendly.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: American Bulldog vs Rottweiler vs Perro de Presa Canario?
Yes
American Bulldog 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.
No
Perro de Presa Canario dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
American Bulldog is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Rottweiler is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Perro de Presa Canario is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
American Bulldogs are usually recommended for elderly people.
Rottweilers are not the best breed for elderly people.
Perro de Presa Canarios are not the best breed for elderly people.

American Bulldog vs Rottweiler vs Perro de Presa Canario As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between American Bulldog, Rottweiler, and Perro de Presa Canario. Which is best suited for service work?

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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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, Rottweiler, and Perro de Presa Canario. Which excels in therapy work?

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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Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between American Bulldog, Rottweiler, and Perro de Presa Canario. Which has best nose work ability?

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 & Rescue Potential
Compare search and rescue potential between American Bulldog, Rottweiler, and Perro de Presa Canario. Which is best for SAR work?

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.
Maritime Work Ability
Compare boating aptitude between American Bulldog, Rottweiler, and Perro de Presa Canario. Which is best suited for water work?

Not really

American Bulldog 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

Perro de Presa Canario breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between American Bulldog, Rottweiler, and Perro de Presa Canario. 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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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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Military Service Background
Compare military service history of American Bulldog, Rottweiler, and Perro de Presa Canario. Which has most military use?

Yes

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

Yes

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

Yes

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

American Bulldog vs Rottweiler vs Perro de Presa Canario Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of American Bulldog, Rottweiler, and Perro de Presa Canario. Which has most puppies?
7-14 puppies 8-12 puppies 7-9 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of American Bulldog, Rottweiler, and Perro de Presa Canario. Any breeding differences?
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Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between American Bulldog, Rottweiler, and Perro de Presa Canario. 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 vs Rottweiler vs Perro de Presa Canario Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for American Bulldog, Rottweiler, and Perro de Presa Canario. How are they classified?
Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1931 as a Working breed. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for American Bulldog, Rottweiler, and Perro de Presa Canario. How are they classified internationally?
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 Molossian type section.
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of American Bulldog, Rottweiler, and Perro de Presa Canario. Which has most recognition?
American Canine Registry
America's Pet Registry
Dog Registry of America Inc.
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
Backwoods Bulldog Club
Animal Research Foundation
American Rare Breed Association
American Bulldog Association
National American Bulldog Association
John D Johnson Bulldog Registry
American Bulldog Club Of Canada
All American Bulldog 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
Colonial Rottweiler Club
Deutscher Rottweiler Klub
International Rottweiler Club
America's Pet Registry
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
United Kennel Club
Foundation Stock Service

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