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Appenzeller Sennenhund vs Border Collie vs German Pinscher Comparison - Dog breed selector: Appenzell Cattle Dog or Sheepdog or Glatthaariger Pinscher? Find the right dog for you

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Name Appenzeller Sennenhund Border Collie German Pinscher
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Appenzell Cattle Dog
Appenzeller Mountain Dog
Entlebucher Mountain Dog
Entlebucher Sennenhund
Appenzeller
Sheepdog
Scotch Sheep Dog
Glatthaariger Pinscher
Standard Pinscher
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Appenzeller Sennenhund vs Border Collie vs German Pinscher breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Appenzeller Sennenhund vs Border Collie vs German Pinscher Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Appenzeller Sennenhund or Border Collie or German Pinscher? Which is the smallest dog, Appenzeller Sennenhund or Border Collie or German Pinscher?
Medium Large Medium
Weight
Which is heavier, Appenzeller Sennenhund or Border Collie or Border Collie? Appenzeller Sennenhund vs Border Collie vs German Pinscher weight comparison:
49-71 pounds (22-32 kg) Male: 30-45 pounds (14-20 kg), Female: 27-42 pounds (12-19 kg) 25-35 pounds (11-16 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
60 pounds (27 kg) Male: 37.5 pounds (17 kg), Female: 34.5 pounds (15.5 kg) 30 pounds (13.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Appenzeller Sennenhund or Border Collie or German Pinscher? Appenzeller Sennenhund vs Border Collie vs German Pinscher height comparison:
Male: 22-23 inches (56-58.5 cm), Female: 18.5-20 inches (47-50 cm) Male: 19-22 inches (48-56 cm), Female: 18-21 inches (46-53 cm) 16-19 inches (41-48 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: 20.5 inches (52 cm), Female: 19.5 inches (49.5 cm) 17.5 inches (44.5 cm)

Appenzeller Sennenhund vs Border Collie vs German Pinscher Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Appenzeller Sennenhund or Border Collie or German Pinscher? Which is more expensive?
$600-$800 $600-$800 $1400-$1600
Availability
Which is easier to get, Appenzeller Sennenhund or Border Collie or German Pinscher?
Average: The Appenzeller Sennenhund is a commonly available dog breed.
Very frequent: The Border Collie is quite easy to get.
Frequent: The German Pinscher is easier than average to get.

Appenzeller Sennenhund vs Border Collie vs German Pinscher Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Appenzeller Sennenhund vs Border Collie vs German Pinscher intelligence:
Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Outstanding: Border Collie is one of the brightest dog breeds.
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Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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Trainability
Appenzeller Sennenhund vs Border Collie vs German Pinscher trainability comparison.
Appenzeller Sennenhund dogs are easy to train.
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Border Collie dogs are easy to train.
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German Pinscher dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Appenzeller Sennenhund or Border Collie or German Pinscher?
Appenzeller Sennenhund dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Border Collie dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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German Pinscher dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Appenzeller Sennenhund or Border Collie or German Pinscher? 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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Border Collie dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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German Pinscher dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Appenzeller Sennenhund vs Border Collie vs German Pinscher Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Appenzeller Sennenhund or Border Collie or German Pinscher? Appenzeller Sennenhund vs Border Collie vs German Pinscher behavior/temperament comparison:
Energetic
Reliable
Lively
Social
Selfish
Fearless
Energetic
Protective
Alert
Intelligent
Responsive
Loyal
Tenacious
Loving
Courageous
Lively
Outright
Tempered
Spirited
Familiar
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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Sensitive: Border Collie 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: Appenzeller Sennenhund vs Border Collie vs German Pinscher?
Average to High: Appenzeller Sennenhund dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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High: Border Collie dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Average to High: German Pinscher dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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Social Needs
Appenzeller Sennenhund vs Border Collie vs German Pinscher social needs comparison:
Appenzeller Sennenhund dogs are a social breed.
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Border Collie dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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German Pinscher 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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Border Collie dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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The wanderlust potential of the German Pinscher 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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Border Collie 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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German Pinscher dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Appenzeller Sennenhund vs Border Collie vs German Pinscher Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Appenzeller Sennenhund vs Border Collie vs German Pinscher playfulness comparison:
The Appenzeller Sennenhund is a playful breed.
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The Border Collie is a highly playful breed.
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The German Pinscher is a playful breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Appenzeller Sennenhund vs Border Collie vs German Pinscher?
Low to Average: The Appenzeller Sennenhund rarely barks.
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Low to Average: The Border Collie rarely barks.
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Average: The German Pinscher barks occasionally.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Appenzeller Sennenhund or Border Collie or German Pinscher?
It is not recommended to keep the Appenzeller Sennenhund breed in the home.
It is not recommended to keep the Border Collie 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 German Pinscher indoors.

Appenzeller Sennenhund vs Border Collie vs German Pinscher 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.
Border Collie dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Average: German Pinscher 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 Border Collie or German Pinscher?
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.
Border Collie dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Appenzeller Sennenhund vs Border Collie vs German Pinscher Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Appenzeller Sennenhund or Border Collie or German Pinscher?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Appenzeller Sennenhund bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Border Collie bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

German Pinscher 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 Border Collie has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The German Pinscher has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Appenzeller Sennenhund vs Border Collie vs German Pinscher mouthiness comparison:
Appenzeller Sennenhund dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Border Collie dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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German Pinscher dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Appenzeller Sennenhund vs Border Collie vs German Pinscher Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Appenzeller Sennenhund vs Border Collie vs German Pinscher health comparison. Which is the healthier: Appenzeller Sennenhund vs Border Collie vs German Pinscher?
Appenzeller Sennenhunds tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
The Border Collie is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
German Pinschers are commonly healthy dogs.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Appenzeller Sennenhund vs Border Collie vs German Pinscher? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Appenzeller Sennenhund vs Border Collie vs German Pinscher health problems comparison:
No data available Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Epilepsy
Collie Eye Anomaly
Osteochondrosis Dissecans
No data available
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.
Average
The Border Collie should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Rare
The German Pinscher should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Life Expectancy
Appenzeller Sennenhund vs Border Collie vs German Pinscher lifespan comparison. How long do Appenzeller Sennenhund, Border Collie and German Pinscher breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Appenzeller Sennenhund: 13 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Border Collie: 13 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of German Pinscher: 13 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Appenzeller Sennenhund vs Border Collie vs German Pinscher?
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 Border Collie 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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Appenzeller Sennenhund vs Border Collie vs German Pinscher Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Appenzeller Sennenhund or Border Collie or German Pinscher? Appenzeller Sennenhund vs Border Collie vs German Pinscher 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.
Border Collie dogs are high-energy dogs.
German Pinscher dogs are high-energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Appenzeller Sennenhund vs Border Collie vs German Pinscher exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Appenzeller Sennenhund or Border Collie or German Pinscher? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Appenzeller Sennenhund dogs have an average exercise need.
Border Collie dogs need a lot of exercises.
German Pinscher dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Appenzeller Sennenhund or Border Collie or German Pinscher?
Appenzeller Sennenhund dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
Border Collie dogs don't need too much sleep.
German Pinscher dogs don't need too much sleep.

Appenzeller Sennenhund vs Border Collie vs German Pinscher Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Appenzeller Sennenhund or Border Collie or German Pinscher?
4 to 5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three meals. 2 to 2.5 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? Appenzeller Sennenhund vs Border Collie vs German Pinscher weight gain potential comparison:
Average: The Appenzeller Sennenhund has an average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Border Collie has an average risk for obesity.
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Average: The German Pinscher has an average risk for obesity.
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Appenzeller Sennenhund vs Border Collie vs German Pinscher Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Appenzeller Sennenhund vs Border Collie vs German Pinscher coat comparison:
Thick
Double
Dense
Feathered
Straight
Short
Moderately Long
Dense
Shiny
Smooth
Colors
What are the original Appenzeller Sennenhund, Border Collie and German Pinscher color?
Black tricolor
Tricolor
Red tricolor
Black
Tan
Red
Sable
Brindle
Lilac
Gold
Seal
White & Red
Slate
Sable Merle
Black & White
Tricolor
Blue merle
Blue merle-tricolor
Slate merle
Red merle
Saddleback Sable
White & Blue
White & Blue Merle
White & Red Merle
White Ticked
White & Gold
White & Sable
White & Seal
Black
Tan
Red
Blue
Brown
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Appenzeller Sennenhund or Border Collie or German Pinscher? Appenzeller Sennenhund vs Border Collie vs German Pinscher grooming comparison:
Easy to groom: The Appenzeller Sennenhund doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Average: The Border Collie requires average grooming effort.
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Effortless: The German Pinscher requires minimal grooming.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Appenzeller Sennenhund or Border Collie or German Pinscher? Appenzeller Sennenhund or Border Collie or {name3 shedding:
Appenzeller Sennenhund dogs shed moderately.
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Border Collie dogs shed moderately.
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German Pinscher dogs shed none to minimal.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Appenzeller Sennenhund or Border Collie or German Pinscher?
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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4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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Hypoallergenic
Appenzeller Sennenhund vs Border Collie vs German Pinscher 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 Border Collie vs German Pinscher?

Medium

The Appenzeller Sennenhund has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Border Collie has an average chance of bad smell.

Low 🔽

The German Pinscher has a low 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 Border Collie is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The German Pinscher is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Appenzeller Sennenhund vs Border Collie vs German Pinscher Good With Comparison

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

Appenzeller Sennenhund vs Border Collie vs German Pinscher 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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Yes

This breed makes good as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Therapy Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: Appenzeller Sennenhund or Border Collie or German Pinscher? Which is better for autism?

Not really

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

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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Not really

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

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.
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.

Yes

This breed would make an excellent 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 Border Collie vs German Pinscher?

Not really

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

Border Collie breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

German Pinscher 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 Border Collie vs German Pinscher 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 Border Collie and German Pinscher have?
4-6 puppies 4-8 puppies 6-8 puppies

Appenzeller Sennenhund vs Border Collie vs German Pinscher 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 1995 as a Herding breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2003 as a Working 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 Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section. Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Pinscher and Schnauzer type 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
American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
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
The American Int. Border Collie Registry
The American Border Collie Association
American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
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

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