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American Pit Bull Terrier vs Australian Shepherd vs Pomeranian Comparison - Dog breed selector: Pit or Little Blue Dog or Deutsche Spitze? Find the right dog for you

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Name American Pit Bull Terrier Australian Shepherd Pomeranian
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Pit
Pit Bull
Pitbull
Pitty
APBT
Little Blue Dog
Aussie
Deutsche Spitze
Pom Pom
Spitz Enano
Spitz Nain
Zwergspitz
Zwers
Pom
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? American Pit Bull Terrier vs Australian Shepherd vs Pomeranian breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

American Pit Bull Terrier vs Australian Shepherd vs Pomeranian Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, American Pit Bull Terrier or Australian Shepherd or Pomeranian? Which is the smallest dog, American Pit Bull Terrier or Australian Shepherd or Pomeranian?
Medium Large Small
Weight
Which is heavier, American Pit Bull Terrier or Australian Shepherd or Australian Shepherd? American Pit Bull Terrier vs Australian Shepherd vs Pomeranian weight comparison:
22-78 pounds (10-35 kg) Male: 50-65 pounds (25-29 kg), Female: 40-55 pounds (18-25 kg) 3-7 pounds (1-3 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
50 pounds (22.5 kg) Male: 57.5 pounds (27 kg), Female: 47.5 pounds (21.5 kg) 5 pounds (2 kg)
Height
Which is taller, American Pit Bull Terrier or Australian Shepherd or Pomeranian? American Pit Bull Terrier vs Australian Shepherd vs Pomeranian height comparison:
14-24 inches (35-60 cm) Male: 20-23 inches (52-58cm), Female: 18-21 inches (46–53 cm) 7-12 inches (18-30 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
19 inches (47.5 cm) Male: 21.5 inches (55 cm), Female: 19.5 inches (46–53 cm) 9.5 inches (24 cm)

American Pit Bull Terrier vs Australian Shepherd vs Pomeranian Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, American Pit Bull Terrier or Australian Shepherd or Pomeranian? Which is more expensive?
$500-$700 $600-$800 $600-$800
Availability
Which is easier to get, American Pit Bull Terrier or Australian Shepherd or Pomeranian?
Average: The American Pit Bull Terrier is a commonly available dog breed.
Very frequent: The Australian Shepherd is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Pomeranian is quite easy to get.

American Pit Bull Terrier vs Australian Shepherd vs Pomeranian Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? American Pit Bull Terrier vs Australian Shepherd vs Pomeranian intelligence:
Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Smart: The Australian Shepherd dogs have great intelligence.
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Very smart: Pomeranian is an excellent dog breed.
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Trainability
American Pit Bull Terrier vs Australian Shepherd vs Pomeranian trainability comparison.
American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are easy to train.
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Australian Shepherd dogs are very easy to train.
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Pomeranian dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: American Pit Bull Terrier or Australian Shepherd or Pomeranian?
American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are average watchdogs.
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Australian Shepherd dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Pomeranian dogs are average watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog American Pit Bull Terrier or Australian Shepherd or Pomeranian? 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 Shepherd dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Pomeranian dogs strongly protect their territory.
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American Pit Bull Terrier vs Australian Shepherd vs Pomeranian Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, American Pit Bull Terrier or Australian Shepherd or Pomeranian? American Pit Bull Terrier vs Australian Shepherd vs Pomeranian behavior/temperament comparison:
Stubborn
Clownish
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Obedient
Loyal
Strong
Willed
Aggressive
Active
Loving
Protective
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Good-natured
Active
Playful
Intelligent
Friendly
Docile
Lively
Sociable
Attentive
Trainable
Extroverted
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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Sensitive: Australian 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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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: American Pit Bull Terrier vs Australian Shepherd vs Pomeranian?
High: American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Average to High: Australian Shepherd dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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High: Pomeranian dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
American Pit Bull Terrier vs Australian Shepherd vs Pomeranian social needs comparison:
American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are a social breed.
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Australian Shepherd dogs are a social breed.
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Pomeranian dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
The wanderlust potential of the American Pit Bull Terrier is strong enough to escape from home.
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Australian Shepherd dogs are not the biggest explorers.
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Pomeranian 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 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 Shepherd dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Pomeranian 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 Pit Bull Terrier vs Australian Shepherd vs Pomeranian Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
American Pit Bull Terrier vs Australian Shepherd vs Pomeranian playfulness comparison:
The American Pit Bull Terrier is a playful breed.
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The Australian Shepherd is a highly playful breed.
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Average: Pomeranians, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: American Pit Bull Terrier vs Australian Shepherd vs Pomeranian?
Average: The American Pit Bull Terrier barks occasionally.
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Low to Average: The Australian Shepherd rarely barks.
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Average to High: The Pomeranian is a vocal breed.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly American Pit Bull Terrier or Australian Shepherd or Pomeranian?
It is not recommended to keep the American Pit Bull Terrier breed in the home.
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 Australian Shepherd indoors.
Very house-friendly dog the Pomeranian breed.

American Pit Bull Terrier vs Australian Shepherd vs Pomeranian 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.
Australian Shepherd dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Pomeranian 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 Shepherd or Pomeranian?
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.
Australian 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.
Pomeranian dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

American Pit Bull Terrier vs Australian Shepherd vs Pomeranian Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: American Pit Bull Terrier or Australian Shepherd or Pomeranian?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

American Pit Bull Terrier bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Australian Shepherd bite force: Ordinary.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Pomeranian bite force: Weak.
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 Shepherd has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

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

Health Issues
American Pit Bull Terrier vs Australian Shepherd vs Pomeranian health comparison. Which is the healthier: American Pit Bull Terrier vs Australian Shepherd vs Pomeranian?
American Pit Bull Terriers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
The Australian Shepherd is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The Pomeranian is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: American Pit Bull Terrier vs Australian Shepherd vs Pomeranian? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? American Pit Bull Terrier vs Australian Shepherd vs Pomeranian health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Demodectic Mange
Skin Allergies
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Cancer
Hypothyroidism
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Epilepsy
Deafness
Drug Sensitivity
Elbow Dysplasia
Distichiasis
Collie Eye Anomaly
Detached Retina
Nasal Solar Dermatitis
Osteochondrosis Dissecans
Persistent Pupillary Membranes
Cataracts
Collapsed Trachea
Hip Dysplasia
Legg-perthes Disease
Patellar Luxation
Patent Ductus Arteriosis
Allergies
Hypothyroidism
Epilepsy
Seizures
Dry Eye
Heatstroke
Heat Intolerance
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 Shepherd should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Average
The Pomeranian should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Life Expectancy
American Pit Bull Terrier vs Australian Shepherd vs Pomeranian lifespan comparison. How long do American Pit Bull Terrier, Australian Shepherd and Pomeranian 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 Shepherd: 13 years
12-16 years
The average lifespan of Pomeranian: 14 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: American Pit Bull Terrier vs Australian Shepherd vs Pomeranian?
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 Shepherd can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Pomeranian can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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American Pit Bull Terrier vs Australian Shepherd vs Pomeranian Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a American Pit Bull Terrier or Australian Shepherd or Pomeranian? American Pit Bull Terrier vs Australian Shepherd vs Pomeranian energy level comparison:
American Pit Bull Terrier dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Australian Shepherd dogs are high-energy dogs.
Pomeranian dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
American Pit Bull Terrier vs Australian Shepherd vs Pomeranian exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: American Pit Bull Terrier or Australian Shepherd or Pomeranian? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
American Pit Bull Terrier dogs have an average exercise need.
Australian Shepherd dogs need a lot of exercises.
Pomeranian dogs exercise need is minimal.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: American Pit Bull Terrier or Australian Shepherd or Pomeranian?
American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Australian Shepherd dogs don't need too much sleep.
Pomeranian dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.

American Pit Bull Terrier vs Australian Shepherd vs Pomeranian Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: American Pit Bull Terrier or Australian Shepherd or Pomeranian?
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. Recommended daily amount: 1/4 to 1/2 cup 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 Shepherd vs Pomeranian 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 Shepherd's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Pomeranian's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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American Pit Bull Terrier vs Australian Shepherd vs Pomeranian Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? American Pit Bull Terrier vs Australian Shepherd vs Pomeranian coat comparison:
Fine Feathered Fluffy
Colors
What are the original American Pit Bull Terrier, Australian Shepherd and Pomeranian color?
Black
Gray
Tan
Red
Blue
White
Brown
Yellow
Black
Red
Blue
Merle
Black
Gray
Tan
Red
Blue
White
Brown
Orange
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, American Pit Bull Terrier or Australian Shepherd or Pomeranian? American Pit Bull Terrier vs Australian Shepherd vs Pomeranian grooming comparison:
Effortless: The American Pit Bull Terrier requires minimal grooming.
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Average: The Australian Shepherd requires average grooming effort.
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Average: The Pomeranian requires average grooming effort.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more American Pit Bull Terrier or Australian Shepherd or Pomeranian? American Pit Bull Terrier or Australian Shepherd or {name3 shedding:
American Pit Bull Terrier dogs shed moderately.
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Australian Shepherd dogs shed moderately.
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Pomeranian dogs shed moderately.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: American Pit Bull Terrier or Australian Shepherd or Pomeranian?
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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6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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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 Shepherd vs Pomeranian 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 Shepherd vs Pomeranian?

Medium

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

Medium

The Australian Shepherd has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Pomeranian 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 Shepherd is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Pomeranian is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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American Pit Bull Terrier vs Australian Shepherd vs Pomeranian 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 Shepherd dogs are generally with other pets.
Pomeranian dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly American Pit Bull Terrier or Australian Shepherd or Pomeranian? Which dog is more friendly?
American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Australian Shepherd dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Pomeranian dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly American Pit Bull Terrier or Australian Shepherd or Pomeranian?
American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Australian Shepherd dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Pomeranian dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly American Pit Bull Terrier or Australian Shepherd or Pomeranian?
American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Australian Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Pomeranian dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly American Pit Bull Terrier or Australian Shepherd or Pomeranian?
American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are not dog-friendly.
Australian Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Pomeranian 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 Shepherd vs Pomeranian?
Yes
American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Australian Shepherd dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Pomeranian 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 Shepherd is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Pomeranian 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 Shepherds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Pomeranians are not the best breed for elderly people.

American Pit Bull Terrier vs Australian Shepherd vs Pomeranian As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog
Which one could be a service dog?

Not really

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

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Yes

This breed makes good as a service dog.
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Therapy Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: American Pit Bull Terrier or Australian Shepherd or Pomeranian? 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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Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog
Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?

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 Shepherd vs Pomeranian?

Not really

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

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

Pomeranian 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 Shepherd vs Pomeranian 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 Shepherd and Pomeranian have?
5-8 puppies 6-9 puppies, average 7 2-5 puppies

American Pit Bull Terrier vs Australian Shepherd vs Pomeranian 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 1991 as a Herding breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1888 as a Toy breed.
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 Sheepdogs section. Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the European Spitz 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
Dog Registry of America Inc.
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
Australian Shepherd Club Of America
American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
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
Canadian Canine Registry

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