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American Pit Bull Terrier vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Australian Kelpie Comparison - Dog breed selector: Pit or Blue Heeler or Australischer Kelpie? Find the right dog for you

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Name American Pit Bull Terrier Australian Cattle Dog Australian Kelpie
OriginsUnited States flagUnited States Australia flagAustralia Australia flagAustralia
Group Hunting Dogs Pastoral / Herding Dogs Working Dogs
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Pit
Pit Bull
Pitbull
Pitty
APBT
Blue Heeler
Cattle Dog
Red Heeler
Queensland Heeler
Australischer Kelpie
Barb
Kelpie
Australian Sheepdog
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? American Pit Bull Terrier vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Australian Kelpie breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

American Pit Bull Terrier vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Australian Kelpie Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, American Pit Bull Terrier or Australian Cattle Dog or Australian Kelpie? Which is the smallest dog, American Pit Bull Terrier or Australian Cattle Dog or Australian Kelpie?
Medium Medium Medium
Weight
Which is heavier, American Pit Bull Terrier or Australian Cattle Dog or Australian Cattle Dog? American Pit Bull Terrier vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Australian Kelpie weight comparison:
22-78 pounds (10-35 kg) 30-62 pounds (13-28 kg) 25-45 pounds (11-20 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
50 pounds (22.5 kg) 46 pounds (20.5 kg) 35 pounds (15.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, American Pit Bull Terrier or Australian Cattle Dog or Australian Kelpie? American Pit Bull Terrier vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Australian Kelpie height comparison:
14-24 inches (35-60 cm) Male: 17-20 inches (43-51 cm), Female: 17-19 inches (43-48 cm) 17-20 inches (43-51 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
19 inches (47.5 cm) Male: 18.5 inches (47 cm), Female: 18 inches (45.5 cm) 18.5 inches (47 cm)

American Pit Bull Terrier vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Australian Kelpie Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, American Pit Bull Terrier or Australian Cattle Dog or Australian Kelpie? Which is more expensive?
$500-$700 $500-$700 $500-$700
Availability
Which is easier to get, American Pit Bull Terrier or Australian Cattle Dog or Australian Kelpie?
Average: The American Pit Bull Terrier is a commonly available dog breed.
Very frequent: The Australian Cattle Dog 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 Pit Bull Terrier vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Australian Kelpie Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? American Pit Bull Terrier vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Australian Kelpie intelligence:
Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Outstanding: Australian Cattle Dog 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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Trainability
American Pit Bull Terrier vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Australian Kelpie trainability comparison.
American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are easy to train.
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Australian Cattle Dog dogs are easy to train.
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Australian Kelpie dogs are very easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: American Pit Bull Terrier or Australian Cattle Dog or Australian Kelpie?
American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are average watchdogs.
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Australian Cattle Dog dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Australian Kelpie dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog American Pit Bull Terrier or Australian Cattle Dog or Australian Kelpie? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are average defenders.
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Australian Cattle Dog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Australian Kelpie dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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American Pit Bull Terrier vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Australian Kelpie Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, American Pit Bull Terrier or Australian Cattle Dog or Australian Kelpie? American Pit Bull Terrier vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Australian Kelpie behavior/temperament comparison:
Stubborn
Clownish
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Obedient
Loyal
Strong
Willed
Aggressive
Energetic
Protective
Alert
Intelligent
Responsive
Loyal
Aggressive
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Loyal
Robust
Eager
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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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: American Pit Bull Terrier vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Australian Kelpie?
High: American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Average: Australian Cattle Dog dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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Average: Australian Kelpie dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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Social Needs
American Pit Bull Terrier vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Australian Kelpie social needs comparison:
American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are a social breed.
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Australian Cattle Dog dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Australian Kelpie dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
The wanderlust potential of the American Pit Bull Terrier is strong enough to escape from home.
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The wanderlust potential of the Australian Cattle Dog is strong enough to escape from home.
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The wanderlust potential of the Australian Kelpie 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?
American Pit Bull Terrier 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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Australian Cattle Dog dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Australian Kelpie dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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American Pit Bull Terrier vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Australian Kelpie Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
American Pit Bull Terrier vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Australian Kelpie playfulness comparison:
The American Pit Bull Terrier is a playful breed.
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The Australian Cattle Dog is a highly playful breed.
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The Australian Kelpie is a playful breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: American Pit Bull Terrier vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Australian Kelpie?
Average: The American Pit Bull Terrier barks occasionally.
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Low to Average: The Australian Cattle Dog rarely barks.
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Low to Average: The Australian Kelpie rarely barks.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly American Pit Bull Terrier or Australian Cattle Dog or Australian Kelpie?
It is not recommended to keep the American Pit Bull Terrier breed in the home.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Australian Cattle Dog breed.
It is not recommended to keep the Australian Kelpie breed in the home.

American Pit Bull Terrier vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Australian Kelpie Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
Average: American Pit Bull Terrier dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Average: Australian Cattle Dog dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Australian Kelpie dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: American Pit Bull Terrier or Australian Cattle Dog or Australian Kelpie?
American Pit Bull 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.
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

American Pit Bull Terrier vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Australian Kelpie Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: American Pit Bull Terrier or Australian Cattle Dog or Australian Kelpie?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

American Pit Bull Terrier bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Australian Cattle Dog bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

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

High 🔼

The American Pit Bull Terrier has a high chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Australian Cattle Dog has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Australian Kelpie has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? American Pit Bull Terrier vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Australian Kelpie mouthiness comparison:
American Pit Bull Terrier dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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Australian Cattle Dog dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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Australian Kelpie dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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American Pit Bull Terrier vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Australian Kelpie Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
American Pit Bull Terrier vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Australian Kelpie health comparison. Which is the healthier: American Pit Bull Terrier vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Australian Kelpie?
American Pit Bull Terriers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
The Australian Cattle Dog is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Australian Kelpies tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: American Pit Bull Terrier vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Australian Kelpie? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? American Pit Bull Terrier vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Australian Kelpie health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Demodectic Mange
Skin Allergies
Hip Dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Deafness
Hip Dysplasia
Patellar Luxation
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Osteoarthritis
Cerebellar Abiotrophy
Collie Eye Anomaly
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Frequent
The American Pit Bull Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Average
The Australian Cattle Dog should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Frequent
The Australian Kelpie should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Life Expectancy
American Pit Bull Terrier vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Australian Kelpie lifespan comparison. How long do American Pit Bull Terrier, Australian Cattle Dog and Australian Kelpie breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
10-14 years
The average lifespan of American Pit Bull Terrier: 12 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Australian Cattle Dog: 13 years
10-14 years
The average lifespan of Australian Kelpie: 12 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: American Pit Bull Terrier vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Australian Kelpie?
Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
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Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Australian Cattle Dog can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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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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American Pit Bull Terrier vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Australian Kelpie Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a American Pit Bull Terrier or Australian Cattle Dog or Australian Kelpie? American Pit Bull Terrier vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Australian Kelpie energy level comparison:
American Pit Bull Terrier dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Australian Cattle Dog dogs are high-energy dogs.
Australian Kelpie dogs are high-energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
American Pit Bull Terrier vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Australian Kelpie exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: American Pit Bull Terrier or Australian Cattle Dog or Australian Kelpie? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
American Pit Bull Terrier dogs have an average exercise need.
Australian Cattle Dog dogs need a lot of exercises.
Australian Kelpie dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: American Pit Bull Terrier or Australian Cattle Dog or Australian Kelpie?
American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Australian Cattle Dog dogs don't need too much sleep.
Australian Kelpie dogs don't need too much sleep.

American Pit Bull Terrier vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Australian Kelpie Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: American Pit Bull Terrier or Australian Cattle Dog or Australian Kelpie?
Recommended daily amount: 1.5 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 1.5 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 1 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? American Pit Bull Terrier vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Australian Kelpie weight gain potential comparison:
Average: The American Pit Bull Terrier has an average risk for obesity.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Australian Cattle Dog's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Low to Average: The Australian Kelpie has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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American Pit Bull Terrier vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Australian Kelpie Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? American Pit Bull Terrier vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Australian Kelpie coat comparison:
Fine Dense Double
Colors
What are the original American Pit Bull Terrier, Australian Cattle Dog and Australian Kelpie color?
Black
Gray
Tan
Red
Blue
White
Brown
Yellow
Red
Blue
Speckled
Mottled
Black
Tan
Red
Blue
Brown
Fawn
Chocolate
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, American Pit Bull Terrier or Australian Cattle Dog or Australian Kelpie? American Pit Bull Terrier vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Australian Kelpie grooming comparison:
Effortless: The American Pit Bull Terrier requires minimal grooming.
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Effortless: The Australian Cattle Dog requires minimal grooming.
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Effortless: The Australian Kelpie requires minimal grooming.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more American Pit Bull Terrier or Australian Cattle Dog or Australian Kelpie? American Pit Bull Terrier or Australian Cattle Dog or {name3 shedding:
American Pit Bull Terrier dogs shed moderately.
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Australian Cattle Dog dogs shed moderately.
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Australian Kelpie dogs shed moderately.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: American Pit Bull Terrier or Australian Cattle Dog or Australian Kelpie?
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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Hypoallergenic
American Pit Bull Terrier vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Australian Kelpie 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, American Pit Bull Terrier vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Australian Kelpie?

Medium

The American Pit Bull Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Australian Cattle Dog has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Australian Kelpie has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?
The American Pit Bull Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Australian Cattle Dog is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Australian Kelpie is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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American Pit Bull Terrier vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Australian Kelpie Good With Comparison

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

American Pit Bull Terrier vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Australian Kelpie As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog
Which one could be a service dog?

Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Therapy Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: American Pit Bull Terrier or Australian Cattle Dog or Australian Kelpie? Which is better for autism?

Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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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?

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 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 Pit Bull Terrier vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Australian Kelpie?

Not really

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

Australian Cattle Dog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Australian Kelpie 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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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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Fighting Dog / Military Dog

Yes

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

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 Pit Bull Terrier vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Australian Kelpie 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 Pit Bull Terrier and Australian Cattle Dog and Australian Kelpie have?
5-8 puppies 1-7 puppies, average 5 4-7 puppies

American Pit Bull Terrier vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Australian Kelpie 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 1980 as a Herding breed. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI?
Not recognized by FCI. Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) section. Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section.
Breed Recognition
What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?
American Canine Registry
Dog Registry of America Inc.
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
Backwoods 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
American Canine Registry
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
Foundation Stock Service

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