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Appenzeller Sennenhund vs Ariegeois vs Australian Cattle Dog Comparison - Dog breed selector: Appenzell Cattle Dog or Ariege Hound or Blue Heeler? Find the right dog for you

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Name Appenzeller Sennenhund Ariegeois Australian Cattle Dog
OriginsSwitzerland flagSwitzerland France flagFrance Australia flagAustralia
Group Guard Dogs Hunting Dogs Pastoral / Herding Dogs
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Appenzell Cattle Dog
Appenzeller Mountain Dog
Entlebucher Mountain Dog
Entlebucher Sennenhund
Appenzeller
Ariege Hound Blue Heeler
Cattle Dog
Red Heeler
Queensland Heeler
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Appenzeller Sennenhund vs Ariegeois vs Australian Cattle Dog breed type comparison:
Purebred Cross Breed Purebred

Appenzeller Sennenhund vs Ariegeois vs Australian Cattle Dog Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Appenzeller Sennenhund or Ariegeois or Australian Cattle Dog? Which is the smallest dog, Appenzeller Sennenhund or Ariegeois or Australian Cattle Dog?
Medium Medium Medium
Weight
Which is heavier, Appenzeller Sennenhund or Ariegeois or Ariegeois? Appenzeller Sennenhund vs Ariegeois vs Australian Cattle Dog weight comparison:
49-71 pounds (22-32 kg) 28–30 kg 30-62 pounds (13-28 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
60 pounds (27 kg) 28–30 kg 46 pounds (20.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Appenzeller Sennenhund or Ariegeois or Australian Cattle Dog? Appenzeller Sennenhund vs Ariegeois vs Australian Cattle Dog height comparison:
Male: 22-23 inches (56-58.5 cm), Female: 18.5-20 inches (47-50 cm) Male: 20–23 inches (52–58 cm), Female: 20–22 inches (50–56 cm) Male: 17-20 inches (43-51 cm), Female: 17-19 inches (43-48 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 22.5 inches (56-58.5 cm), Female: 18.12.5 inches (48.5 cm) Male: 20–23 inches (52–58 cm), Female: 20–22 inches (50–56 cm) Male: 18.5 inches (47 cm), Female: 18 inches (45.5 cm)

Appenzeller Sennenhund vs Ariegeois vs Australian Cattle Dog Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Appenzeller Sennenhund or Ariegeois or Australian Cattle Dog? Which is more expensive?
$600-$800 $600-$800 $500-$700
Availability
Which is easier to get, Appenzeller Sennenhund or Ariegeois or Australian Cattle Dog?
Average: The Appenzeller Sennenhund is a commonly available dog breed.
Average: The Ariegeois is a commonly available dog breed.
Very frequent: The Australian Cattle Dog is quite easy to get.

Appenzeller Sennenhund vs Ariegeois vs Australian Cattle Dog Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Appenzeller Sennenhund vs Ariegeois vs Australian Cattle Dog 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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Outstanding: Australian Cattle Dog is one of the brightest dog breeds.
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Trainability
Appenzeller Sennenhund vs Ariegeois vs Australian Cattle Dog trainability comparison.
Appenzeller Sennenhund dogs are easy to train.
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Ariegeois dogs are quite easy to train.
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Australian Cattle Dog dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Appenzeller Sennenhund or Ariegeois or Australian Cattle Dog?
Appenzeller Sennenhund dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Ariegeois dogs are good watchdogs.
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Australian Cattle Dog dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Appenzeller Sennenhund or Ariegeois or Australian Cattle Dog? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Appenzeller Sennenhund dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Ariegeois dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Australian Cattle Dog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Appenzeller Sennenhund vs Ariegeois vs Australian Cattle Dog Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Appenzeller Sennenhund or Ariegeois or Australian Cattle Dog? Appenzeller Sennenhund vs Ariegeois vs Australian Cattle Dog behavior/temperament comparison:
Energetic
Reliable
Lively
Social
Selfish
Fearless
Happy
Affectionate
Sociable
Trainable
Enterprising
Hard
Working
Energetic
Protective
Alert
Intelligent
Responsive
Loyal
Aggressive
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
Appenzeller Sennenhund dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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Ariegeois dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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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: Appenzeller Sennenhund vs Ariegeois vs Australian Cattle Dog?
Average to High: Appenzeller Sennenhund dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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Average to High: Ariegeois dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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Average: Australian Cattle Dog dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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Social Needs
Appenzeller Sennenhund vs Ariegeois vs Australian Cattle Dog social needs comparison:
Appenzeller Sennenhund dogs are a social breed.
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Ariegeois dogs are a social breed.
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Australian Cattle Dog dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Appenzeller Sennenhund dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Ariegeois dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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The wanderlust potential of the Australian Cattle Dog 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?
Appenzeller Sennenhund 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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Ariegeois dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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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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Appenzeller Sennenhund vs Ariegeois vs Australian Cattle Dog Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Appenzeller Sennenhund vs Ariegeois vs Australian Cattle Dog playfulness comparison:
The Appenzeller Sennenhund is a playful breed.
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Ariegeoiss are not the most playful dog breed.
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The Australian Cattle Dog is a highly playful breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Appenzeller Sennenhund vs Ariegeois vs Australian Cattle Dog?
Low to Average: The Appenzeller Sennenhund rarely barks.
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Low to Average: The Ariegeois rarely barks.
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Low to Average: The Australian Cattle Dog rarely barks.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Appenzeller Sennenhund or Ariegeois or Australian Cattle Dog?
It is not recommended to keep the Appenzeller Sennenhund breed in the home.
It is not recommended to keep the Ariegeois breed in the home.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Australian Cattle Dog breed.

Appenzeller Sennenhund vs Ariegeois vs Australian Cattle Dog Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
Average: Appenzeller Sennenhund dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Average: Ariegeois 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.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Appenzeller Sennenhund or Ariegeois or Australian Cattle Dog?
Appenzeller Sennenhund 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.
Ariegeois 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.

Appenzeller Sennenhund vs Ariegeois vs Australian Cattle Dog Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Appenzeller Sennenhund or Ariegeois or Australian Cattle Dog?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Appenzeller Sennenhund bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Ariegeois bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

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

Low 🔽

The Appenzeller Sennenhund has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Ariegeois has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Australian Cattle Dog has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Appenzeller Sennenhund vs Ariegeois vs Australian Cattle Dog mouthiness comparison:
Appenzeller Sennenhund dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Ariegeois dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, 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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Appenzeller Sennenhund vs Ariegeois vs Australian Cattle Dog Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Appenzeller Sennenhund vs Ariegeois vs Australian Cattle Dog health comparison. Which is the healthier: Appenzeller Sennenhund vs Ariegeois vs Australian Cattle Dog?
Appenzeller Sennenhunds tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Ariegeoiss 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.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Appenzeller Sennenhund vs Ariegeois vs Australian Cattle Dog? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Appenzeller Sennenhund vs Ariegeois vs Australian Cattle Dog health problems comparison:
No data available No data available Hip Dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Deafness
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Frequent
The Appenzeller Sennenhund should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Frequent
The Ariegeois 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.
Life Expectancy
Appenzeller Sennenhund vs Ariegeois vs Australian Cattle Dog lifespan comparison. How long do Appenzeller Sennenhund, Ariegeois and Australian Cattle Dog breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Appenzeller Sennenhund: 13 years
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Ariegeois: 11 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Australian Cattle Dog: 13 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Appenzeller Sennenhund vs Ariegeois vs Australian Cattle Dog?
Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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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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Appenzeller Sennenhund vs Ariegeois vs Australian Cattle Dog Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Appenzeller Sennenhund or Ariegeois or Australian Cattle Dog? Appenzeller Sennenhund vs Ariegeois vs Australian Cattle Dog energy level comparison:
Appenzeller Sennenhund dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Ariegeois dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Australian Cattle Dog dogs are high-energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Appenzeller Sennenhund vs Ariegeois vs Australian Cattle Dog exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Appenzeller Sennenhund or Ariegeois or Australian Cattle Dog? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Appenzeller Sennenhund dogs have an average exercise need.
Ariegeois dogs need a lot of exercises.
Australian Cattle Dog dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Appenzeller Sennenhund or Ariegeois or Australian Cattle Dog?
Appenzeller Sennenhund dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
Ariegeois 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.

Appenzeller Sennenhund vs Ariegeois vs Australian Cattle Dog Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Appenzeller Sennenhund or Ariegeois or Australian Cattle Dog?
4 to 5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 1.5 to 2.5 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? Appenzeller Sennenhund vs Ariegeois vs Australian Cattle Dog weight gain potential comparison:
Average: The Appenzeller Sennenhund has an average risk for obesity.
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Low to Average: The Ariegeois has a low to the 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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Appenzeller Sennenhund vs Ariegeois vs Australian Cattle Dog Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Appenzeller Sennenhund vs Ariegeois vs Australian Cattle Dog coat comparison:
Thick
Double
Smooth Dense
Colors
What are the original Appenzeller Sennenhund, Ariegeois and Australian Cattle Dog color?
Black tricolor
Tricolor
Red tricolor
Black
White
Tricolor
Red
Blue
Speckled
Mottled
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Appenzeller Sennenhund or Ariegeois or Australian Cattle Dog? Appenzeller Sennenhund vs Ariegeois vs Australian Cattle Dog grooming comparison:
Easy to groom: The Appenzeller Sennenhund doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Easy to groom: The Ariegeois doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Effortless: The Australian Cattle Dog requires minimal grooming.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Appenzeller Sennenhund or Ariegeois or Australian Cattle Dog? Appenzeller Sennenhund or Ariegeois or {name3 shedding:
Appenzeller Sennenhund dogs shed moderately.
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Ariegeois dogs shed moderately.
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Australian Cattle Dog dogs shed moderately.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Appenzeller Sennenhund or Ariegeois or Australian Cattle Dog?
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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Hypoallergenic
Appenzeller Sennenhund vs Ariegeois vs Australian Cattle Dog 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, Appenzeller Sennenhund vs Ariegeois vs Australian Cattle Dog?

Medium

The Appenzeller Sennenhund has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Ariegeois has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Australian Cattle Dog has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?
The Appenzeller Sennenhund is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Ariegeois is an average drooler.
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The Australian Cattle Dog is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Appenzeller Sennenhund vs Ariegeois vs Australian Cattle Dog Good With Comparison

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

Appenzeller Sennenhund vs Ariegeois vs Australian Cattle Dog 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: Appenzeller Sennenhund or Ariegeois or Australian Cattle Dog? 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?

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: Appenzeller Sennenhund vs Ariegeois vs Australian Cattle Dog?

Not really

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

Ariegeois 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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Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog
Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?

Yes

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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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.

Appenzeller Sennenhund vs Ariegeois vs Australian Cattle Dog 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 Appenzeller Sennenhund and Ariegeois and Australian Cattle Dog have?
4-6 puppies 3-6 puppies 1-7 puppies, average 5

Appenzeller Sennenhund vs Ariegeois vs Australian Cattle Dog Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1980 as a Herding breed.
FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI?
Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Swiss Mountain- and Cattledogs section. Recognized by FCI in the Scent hounds and related breeds group, in the Scent hounds section. Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) 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
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
American Canine Association, Inc.
Continental Kennel 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

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