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Name	Argentine Dogo	Plott Hound	Standard Schnauzer
Origins	Argentina	United States	Germany
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Group	Guard Dogs	Hunting Dogs	Working Dogs
Popularity Rank	390	166	90
Reviews	6	1	2
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Argentine Mastiff Argentine Dog	Plott Plotthund	Schnauzer Wirehair Pinscher Mittelschnauzer
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Argentine Dogo vs Plott Hound vs Standard Schnauzer breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Argentine Dogo vs Plott Hound vs Standard Schnauzer Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Argentine Dogo or Plott Hound or Standard Schnauzer? Which is the smallest dog, Argentine Dogo or Plott Hound or Standard Schnauzer?	Large	Medium	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Argentine Dogo or Plott Hound or Plott Hound? Argentine Dogo vs Plott Hound vs Standard Schnauzer weight comparison:	Male: 88-99 pounds (40-45 kg), Female: 71-77 pounds (32-35 kg)	40-75 pounds (18-34 kg)	Male: 30-45 pounds (14-20 kg), Female: 30-40 pounds (14-18 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 93.5 pounds (42.5 kg), Female: 74 pounds (33.5 kg)	57.5 pounds (26 kg)	Male: 37.5 pounds (17 kg), Female: 35 pounds (16 kg)
Height Which is taller, Argentine Dogo or Plott Hound or Standard Schnauzer? Argentine Dogo vs Plott Hound vs Standard Schnauzer height comparison:	Male: 24-27 inches (64-68 cm), Female: 23-25 inches (60-64 cm)	20-25 inches (51-63 cm)	Male: 18-20 inches (46-51 cm), Female: 17-19 inches (43-48 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 25.5 inches (66 cm), Female: 24 inches (62 cm)	Male: 23 inches (58,5 cm), Female: 22 inches (56 cm)	Male: 19 inches (48.5 cm), Female: 18 inches (45.5 cm)

Argentine Dogo vs Plott Hound vs Standard Schnauzer Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Argentine Dogo or Plott Hound or Standard Schnauzer? Which is more expensive?	$2800-$5000	$300-$500	$1200-$1500
Availability Which is easier to get, Argentine Dogo or Plott Hound or Standard Schnauzer?	Average: The Argentine Dogo is a commonly available dog breed.	Frequent: The Plott Hound is easier than average to get.	Very frequent: The Standard Schnauzer is quite easy to get.

Argentine Dogo vs Plott Hound vs Standard Schnauzer Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Argentine Dogo vs Plott Hound vs Standard Schnauzer intelligence:	Smart: The Argentine Dogo dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Very smart: Standard Schnauzer is an excellent dog breed. See more.
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Trainability Argentine Dogo vs Plott Hound vs Standard Schnauzer trainability comparison.	Argentine Dogo dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Plott Hound dogs are easy to train. See more.	Standard Schnauzer dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Argentine Dogo or Plott Hound or Standard Schnauzer?	Argentine Dogo dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Plott Hound dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Standard Schnauzer dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Argentine Dogo or Plott Hound or Standard Schnauzer? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Argentine Dogo dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Plott Hound dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Standard Schnauzer dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Argentine Dogo vs Plott Hound vs Standard Schnauzer Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Argentine Dogo or Plott Hound or Standard Schnauzer? Argentine Dogo vs Plott Hound vs Standard Schnauzer behavior/temperament comparison:	Loving Protective Loyal Sociable Tolerant	Alert Courageous Loyal Bold	Playful Intelligent Devoted Lively Trainable Good-natured
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Argentine Dogo dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Argentine Dogo vs Plott Hound vs Standard Schnauzer?	Average: Argentine Dogo dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	Average: Plott Hound dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	Average to High: Standard Schnauzer dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
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Social Needs Argentine Dogo vs Plott Hound vs Standard Schnauzer social needs comparison:	Argentine Dogo dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Plott Hound dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Standard Schnauzer dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	The wanderlust potential of the Argentine Dogo is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Plott Hound dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	Standard Schnauzer dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Argentine Dogo dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Plott Hound dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Standard Schnauzer dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Argentine Dogo vs Plott Hound vs Standard Schnauzer Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Argentine Dogo vs Plott Hound vs Standard Schnauzer playfulness comparison:	Average: Argentine Dogos, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Plott Hound is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Standard Schnauzer is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Argentine Dogo vs Plott Hound vs Standard Schnauzer?	Low to Average: The Argentine Dogo rarely barks. See more.	Average: The Plott Hound barks occasionally. See more.	Average: The Standard Schnauzer barks occasionally. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Argentine Dogo or Plott Hound or Standard Schnauzer?	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Argentine Dogo breed.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Plott Hound breed.	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 Standard Schnauzer indoors.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Argentine Dogo vs Plott Hound vs Standard Schnauzer Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Average: Argentine Dogo dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Average: Plott Hound dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Average: Standard Schnauzer dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Argentine Dogo or Plott Hound or Standard Schnauzer?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Standard Schnauzer 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.

Argentine Dogo vs Plott Hound vs Standard Schnauzer Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Argentine Dogo or Plott Hound or Standard Schnauzer?	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Argentine Dogo bite force: The Strongest.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Plott Hound bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Standard Schnauzer bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	Low 🔽 The Argentine Dogo has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Plott Hound has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Standard Schnauzer has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Argentine Dogo vs Plott Hound vs Standard Schnauzer mouthiness comparison:	Argentine Dogo dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Plott Hound dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Standard Schnauzer dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Argentine Dogo vs Plott Hound vs Standard Schnauzer Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Argentine Dogo vs Plott Hound vs Standard Schnauzer health comparison. Which is the healthier: Argentine Dogo vs Plott Hound vs Standard Schnauzer?	Argentine Dogos tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	Plott Hounds tend to have a lot and frequent health issues.	Standard Schnauzers tend to have a lot and frequent health issues.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Argentine Dogo vs Plott Hound vs Standard Schnauzer? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Argentine Dogo vs Plott Hound vs Standard Schnauzer health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Allergies Cancer Hypothyroidism Deafness	No data available	Hip Dysplasia Follicular Dermatitis
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Frequent The Argentine Dogo should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Frequent The Plott Hound should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Frequent The Standard Schnauzer should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
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Life Expectancy Argentine Dogo vs Plott Hound vs Standard Schnauzer lifespan comparison. How long do Argentine Dogo, Plott Hound and Standard Schnauzer breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	10-12 years The average lifespan of Argentine Dogo: 11 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Plott Hound: 13 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Standard Schnauzer: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Argentine Dogo vs Plott Hound vs Standard Schnauzer?	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Standard Schnauzer can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Argentine Dogo vs Plott Hound vs Standard Schnauzer Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Argentine Dogo or Plott Hound or Standard Schnauzer? Argentine Dogo vs Plott Hound vs Standard Schnauzer energy level comparison:	Argentine Dogo dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Plott Hound dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Standard Schnauzer dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Argentine Dogo vs Plott Hound vs Standard Schnauzer exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Argentine Dogo or Plott Hound or Standard Schnauzer? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Argentine Dogo dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Plott Hound dogs need a lot of exercises.	Standard Schnauzer dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Argentine Dogo or Plott Hound or Standard Schnauzer?	Argentine Dogo dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Plott Hound dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Standard Schnauzer dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Argentine Dogo vs Plott Hound vs Standard Schnauzer Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Argentine Dogo or Plott Hound or Standard Schnauzer?	6 to 8 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	2.5 to 3.5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, divided into two meals.	1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Argentine Dogo vs Plott Hound vs Standard Schnauzer weight gain potential comparison:	Low to Average: The Argentine Dogo has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Plott Hound has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Low: The Standard Schnauzer has good luck with genetics. See more.
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Argentine Dogo vs Plott Hound vs Standard Schnauzer Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Argentine Dogo vs Plott Hound vs Standard Schnauzer coat comparison:	Fine	Fine	Wiry
Colors What are the original Argentine Dogo, Plott Hound and Standard Schnauzer color?	White	Black Tan Red Blue Brown	Black Pepper Salt
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Argentine Dogo or Plott Hound or Standard Schnauzer? Argentine Dogo vs Plott Hound vs Standard Schnauzer grooming comparison:	Easy to groom: The Argentine Dogo doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Plott Hound requires minimal grooming. See more.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Argentine Dogo or Plott Hound or Standard Schnauzer? Argentine Dogo or Plott Hound or {name3 shedding:	Argentine Dogo dogs shed moderately. See more.	Plott Hound dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Standard Schnauzer dogs shed none to minimal. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Argentine Dogo or Plott Hound or Standard Schnauzer?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	8-12 weeks Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.
Hypoallergenic Argentine Dogo vs Plott Hound vs Standard Schnauzer hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	Yes See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Argentine Dogo vs Plott Hound vs Standard Schnauzer?	Medium ⏺ The Argentine Dogo has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Plott Hound has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Standard Schnauzer has a low chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Argentine Dogo is an average drooler. See more.	The Plott Hound drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed. See more.	The Standard Schnauzer is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Argentine Dogo vs Plott Hound vs Standard Schnauzer Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Argentine Dogo dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.	Plott Hound dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.	Standard Schnauzer dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Argentine Dogo or Plott Hound or Standard Schnauzer? Which dog is more friendly?	Argentine Dogo dogs are not stranger friendly dogs.	Plott Hound dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Standard Schnauzer dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Argentine Dogo or Plott Hound or Standard Schnauzer?	Argentine Dogo dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.	Plott Hound dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Standard Schnauzer dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Argentine Dogo or Plott Hound or Standard Schnauzer?	Argentine Dogo dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.	Plott Hound dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Standard Schnauzer dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Argentine Dogo or Plott Hound or Standard Schnauzer?	Argentine Dogo dogs are not dog-friendly.	Plott Hound dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Standard Schnauzer dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Argentine Dogo vs Plott Hound vs Standard Schnauzer?	Yes Argentine Dogo dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Plott Hound dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Standard Schnauzer dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Argentine Dogo is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Plott Hound is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Standard Schnauzer is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Argentine Dogos are commonly okay with elderly people.	Plott Hounds are usually recommended for elderly people.	Standard Schnauzers are usually recommended for elderly people.

Argentine Dogo vs Plott Hound vs Standard Schnauzer 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. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Argentine Dogo or Plott Hound or Standard Schnauzer? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
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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: Argentine Dogo vs Plott Hound vs Standard Schnauzer?	Not really Argentine Dogo breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Plott Hound breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Standard Schnauzer breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
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. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
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.

Argentine Dogo vs Plott Hound vs Standard Schnauzer 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. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.
Litter Size How many puppies can Argentine Dogo and Plott Hound and Standard Schnauzer have?	4-8 puppies	6-10 puppies	4-8 puppies
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Argentine Dogo vs Plott Hound vs Standard Schnauzer Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club as a Miscellaneous breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2006 as a Hound breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1904 as a Working breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Not recognized by FCI.	Not recognized by FCI.	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 Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. National Kennel Club Backwoods Bulldog Club Federacion Cinologica Argentina	No data available	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club 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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