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American Water Spaniel vs Small Munsterlander vs Wirehaired Vizsla Comparison - Dog breed selector: American Brown Spaniel or Heidewachtel or Hungarian Wirehaired Vizsla? Find the right dog for you

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Name American Water Spaniel Small Munsterlander Wirehaired Vizsla
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
American Brown Spaniel
American Brown Water Spaniel
Heidewachtel
Munster
Munsterlander
Small Munsterlander
Spion
Vorstehhund
Kleiner Münsterländer
Hungarian Wirehaired Vizsla
Drótszőrű magyar vizsla
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? American Water Spaniel vs Small Munsterlander vs Wirehaired Vizsla breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

American Water Spaniel vs Small Munsterlander vs Wirehaired Vizsla Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, American Water Spaniel or Small Munsterlander or Wirehaired Vizsla? Which is the smallest dog, American Water Spaniel or Small Munsterlander or Wirehaired Vizsla?
Medium Medium Medium
Weight
Which is heavier, American Water Spaniel or Small Munsterlander or Small Munsterlander? American Water Spaniel vs Small Munsterlander vs Wirehaired Vizsla weight comparison:
25-45 pounds (11-20 kg) Male: 45–60 pounds (20–27 kg), Female: 35–50 pounds (16–23 kg) Male: 45-60 pounds (20-27 kg), Female: 40-55 pounds (18-25 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
35 pounds (15.5 kg) Male: 52.5 pounds (24.5 kg), Female: 45 pounds (20.5 kg) Male: 52.5 pounds (23.5 kg), Female: 47.5 pounds (21.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, American Water Spaniel or Small Munsterlander or Wirehaired Vizsla? American Water Spaniel vs Small Munsterlander vs Wirehaired Vizsla height comparison:
15-18 inches (36-46 cm) Male: 20–22 inches (50–56 cm), Female: 19–21 inches (48–54 cm) Male: 23-25 inches (57-64 cm), Female: 21-23.5 inches (53-60 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
16.5 inches (41 cm) Male: 21.5 inches (56.5 cm), Female: 20.5 inches (53.5 cm) Male: 24 inches (60.5 cm), Female: 21-23.5 inches (56.5 cm)

American Water Spaniel vs Small Munsterlander vs Wirehaired Vizsla Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, American Water Spaniel or Small Munsterlander or Wirehaired Vizsla? Which is more expensive?
$800-$1000 $800-$1000 $800-$1000
Availability
Which is easier to get, American Water Spaniel or Small Munsterlander or Wirehaired Vizsla?
Frequent: The American Water Spaniel is easier than average to get.
Frequent: The Small Munsterlander is easier than average to get.
Frequent: The Wirehaired Vizsla is easier than average to get.

American Water Spaniel vs Small Munsterlander vs Wirehaired Vizsla Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? American Water Spaniel vs Small Munsterlander vs Wirehaired Vizsla intelligence:
Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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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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Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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Trainability
American Water Spaniel vs Small Munsterlander vs Wirehaired Vizsla trainability comparison.
American Water Spaniel dogs are easy to train.
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Small Munsterlander dogs are very easy to train.
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Wirehaired Vizsla dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: American Water Spaniel or Small Munsterlander or Wirehaired Vizsla?
American Water Spaniel dogs are good watchdogs.
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Small Munsterlander dogs are average watchdogs.
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Wirehaired Vizsla dogs are good watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog American Water Spaniel or Small Munsterlander or Wirehaired Vizsla? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
American Water Spaniel dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Small Munsterlander dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Wirehaired Vizsla dogs strongly protect their territory.
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American Water Spaniel vs Small Munsterlander vs Wirehaired Vizsla Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, American Water Spaniel or Small Munsterlander or Wirehaired Vizsla? American Water Spaniel vs Small Munsterlander vs Wirehaired Vizsla behavior/temperament comparison:
Energetic
Protective
Intelligent
Friendly
Obedient
Trainable
Happy
Intelligent
Affectionate
Strong
Willed
Attentive
Trainable
Loving
Protective
Intelligent
Friendly
Loyal
Going
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
Sensitive: American Water Spaniel dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Sensitive: Small Munsterlander dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Sensitive: Wirehaired Vizsla 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 Water Spaniel vs Small Munsterlander vs Wirehaired Vizsla?
High: American Water Spaniel dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Small Munsterlander dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Wirehaired Vizsla dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
American Water Spaniel vs Small Munsterlander vs Wirehaired Vizsla social needs comparison:
American Water Spaniel dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Small Munsterlander dogs are a social breed.
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Wirehaired Vizsla dogs are kinda antisocial.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
American Water Spaniel dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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The wanderlust potential of the Small Munsterlander is strong enough to escape from home.
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Wirehaired Vizsla dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
American Water Spaniel dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals.
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Small Munsterlander 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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Wirehaired Vizsla 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 Water Spaniel vs Small Munsterlander vs Wirehaired Vizsla Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
American Water Spaniel vs Small Munsterlander vs Wirehaired Vizsla playfulness comparison:
The American Water Spaniel is a highly playful breed.
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The Small Munsterlander is a playful breed.
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The Wirehaired Vizsla is a playful breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: American Water Spaniel vs Small Munsterlander vs Wirehaired Vizsla?
Average: The American Water Spaniel barks occasionally.
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Average: The Small Munsterlander barks occasionally.
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Low: The Wirehaired Vizsla barks none to minimal.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly American Water Spaniel or Small Munsterlander or Wirehaired Vizsla?
Very house-friendly dog the American Water Spaniel breed.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Small Munsterlander breed.
It is not recommended to keep the Wirehaired Vizsla breed in the home.

American Water Spaniel vs Small Munsterlander vs Wirehaired Vizsla Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
American Water Spaniel dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Small Munsterlander dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Wirehaired Vizsla dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: American Water Spaniel or Small Munsterlander or Wirehaired Vizsla?
American Water Spaniel dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
Small Munsterlander 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.
Wirehaired Vizsla dogs handle alone time quite well.

American Water Spaniel vs Small Munsterlander vs Wirehaired Vizsla Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: American Water Spaniel or Small Munsterlander or Wirehaired Vizsla?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

American Water Spaniel bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Small Munsterlander bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

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

Low 🔽

The American Water Spaniel has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Small Munsterlander has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Wirehaired Vizsla has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? American Water Spaniel vs Small Munsterlander vs Wirehaired Vizsla mouthiness comparison:
American Water Spaniel dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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Small Munsterlander dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Wirehaired Vizsla dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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American Water Spaniel vs Small Munsterlander vs Wirehaired Vizsla Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
American Water Spaniel vs Small Munsterlander vs Wirehaired Vizsla health comparison. Which is the healthier: American Water Spaniel vs Small Munsterlander vs Wirehaired Vizsla?
The American Water Spaniel is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Small Munsterlanders tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
The Wirehaired Vizsla 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 Water Spaniel vs Small Munsterlander vs Wirehaired Vizsla? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? American Water Spaniel vs Small Munsterlander vs Wirehaired Vizsla health problems comparison:
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Hypothyroidism
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Epilepsy
Heart Disease
Retinal Dysplasia
Degenerative Myelopathy
Distichiasis
Mitral Valve Disease
Hip Dysplasia
Skin Irritation
Ear Infections
Vision Problems
Hip Dysplasia
Cancer
Hypothyroidism
Epilepsy
Ear Infections
Elbow Dysplasia
Skin Allergies
Eye Infections
Kidney Issues
Addison's Disease
Cushing's Syndrome
Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
Autoimmune Hemolytic Anemia
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Average
The American Water Spaniel should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Frequent
The Small Munsterlander should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Average
The Wirehaired Vizsla should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Life Expectancy
American Water Spaniel vs Small Munsterlander vs Wirehaired Vizsla lifespan comparison. How long do American Water Spaniel, Small Munsterlander and Wirehaired Vizsla breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
9-13 years
The average lifespan of American Water Spaniel: 11 years
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Small Munsterlander: 13 years
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Wirehaired Vizsla: 13 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: American Water Spaniel vs Small Munsterlander vs Wirehaired Vizsla?
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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Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
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American Water Spaniel vs Small Munsterlander vs Wirehaired Vizsla Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a American Water Spaniel or Small Munsterlander or Wirehaired Vizsla? American Water Spaniel vs Small Munsterlander vs Wirehaired Vizsla energy level comparison:
American Water Spaniel dogs are high-energy dogs.
Small Munsterlander dogs are high-energy dogs.
Wirehaired Vizsla dogs are high-energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
American Water Spaniel vs Small Munsterlander vs Wirehaired Vizsla exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: American Water Spaniel or Small Munsterlander or Wirehaired Vizsla? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
American Water Spaniel dogs need a lot of exercises.
Small Munsterlander dogs need a lot of exercises.
Wirehaired Vizsla dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: American Water Spaniel or Small Munsterlander or Wirehaired Vizsla?
American Water Spaniel dogs don't need too much sleep.
Small Munsterlander dogs don't need too much sleep.
Wirehaired Vizsla dogs don't need too much sleep.

American Water Spaniel vs Small Munsterlander vs Wirehaired Vizsla Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: American Water Spaniel or Small Munsterlander or Wirehaired Vizsla?
1 to 1.5 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. 2.5 to 3 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 Water Spaniel vs Small Munsterlander vs Wirehaired Vizsla weight gain potential comparison:
Average: The American Water Spaniel has an average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Small Munsterlander has an average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Wirehaired Vizsla has an average risk for obesity.
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American Water Spaniel vs Small Munsterlander vs Wirehaired Vizsla Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? American Water Spaniel vs Small Munsterlander vs Wirehaired Vizsla coat comparison:
Curly Dense
Thick
Wiry
Colors
What are the original American Water Spaniel, Small Munsterlander and Wirehaired Vizsla color?
Brown
Liver
Chocolate
White & Brown Golden
Russet
Reddish-Brown
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, American Water Spaniel or Small Munsterlander or Wirehaired Vizsla? American Water Spaniel vs Small Munsterlander vs Wirehaired Vizsla grooming comparison:
Average: The American Water Spaniel requires average grooming effort.
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Average: The Small Munsterlander requires average grooming effort.
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Easy to groom: The Wirehaired Vizsla doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more American Water Spaniel or Small Munsterlander or Wirehaired Vizsla? American Water Spaniel or Small Munsterlander or {name3 shedding:
American Water Spaniel dogs shed none to minimal.
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Small Munsterlander dogs shed moderately.
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Wirehaired Vizsla dogs shed none to minimal.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: American Water Spaniel or Small Munsterlander or Wirehaired Vizsla?
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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8-12 weeks
Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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Hypoallergenic
American Water Spaniel vs Small Munsterlander vs Wirehaired Vizsla 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 Water Spaniel vs Small Munsterlander vs Wirehaired Vizsla?

Medium

The American Water Spaniel has an average chance of bad smell.

Low 🔽

The Small Munsterlander has a low chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Wirehaired Vizsla has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?
The American Water Spaniel is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Small Munsterlander is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Wirehaired Vizsla is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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American Water Spaniel vs Small Munsterlander vs Wirehaired Vizsla Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
American Water Spaniel dogs are generally with other pets.
Small Munsterlander dogs are generally with other pets.
Wirehaired Vizsla dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly American Water Spaniel or Small Munsterlander or Wirehaired Vizsla? Which dog is more friendly?
American Water Spaniel dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Small Munsterlander dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Wirehaired Vizsla dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly American Water Spaniel or Small Munsterlander or Wirehaired Vizsla?
American Water Spaniel dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Small Munsterlander dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Wirehaired Vizsla dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly American Water Spaniel or Small Munsterlander or Wirehaired Vizsla?
American Water Spaniel dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Small Munsterlander dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Wirehaired Vizsla dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly American Water Spaniel or Small Munsterlander or Wirehaired Vizsla?
American Water Spaniel dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Small Munsterlander dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Wirehaired Vizsla dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: American Water Spaniel vs Small Munsterlander vs Wirehaired Vizsla?
Yes
American Water Spaniel dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Small Munsterlander dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Wirehaired Vizsla dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
American Water Spaniel is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Small Munsterlander is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Wirehaired Vizsla is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
American Water Spaniels are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Small Munsterlanders are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Wirehaired Vizslas are usually recommended for elderly people.

American Water Spaniel vs Small Munsterlander vs Wirehaired Vizsla 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 Water Spaniel or Small Munsterlander or Wirehaired Vizsla? 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?

Not really

They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.

Not really

They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.

Not really

They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR)
Which one could be a search and rescue dog?

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog
Which one could be a boat dog: American Water Spaniel vs Small Munsterlander vs Wirehaired Vizsla?

Yes

American Water Spaniel breed usually likes being on a boat.
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Not really

Small Munsterlander breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Yes

Wirehaired Vizsla breed usually likes 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

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 Water Spaniel vs Small Munsterlander vs Wirehaired Vizsla 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 Water Spaniel and Small Munsterlander and Wirehaired Vizsla have?
4-6 puppies 4-6 puppies 6-10 puppies

American Water Spaniel vs Small Munsterlander vs Wirehaired Vizsla Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1940 as a Sporting breed. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2014 as a Sporting breed.
FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI?
Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Water Dogs section. Not recognized by FCI. Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the Continental Pointing Dogs section.
Breed Recognition
What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?
American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Foundation Stock Service
American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
American Rare Breed Association

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