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Name	Argentine Dogo	Rottweiler	Doberman Pinscher
Origins	Argentina	Germany	Germany
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Group	Guard Dogs	Working Dogs	Working Dogs
Popularity Rank	390	8	16
Reviews	1	7	11
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Argentine Dog, Argentine Mastiff	Rottie, Rott	Dobie, Dobermann, Dobynm, Doberman
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Argentine Dogo vs Rottweiler vs Doberman Pinscher breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred
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 1931 as a Working breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1908 as a Working breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type 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 Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale National Kennel Club North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Federacion Cinologica Argentina Backwoods Bulldog 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 Colonial Rottweiler Club Deutscher Rottweiler Klub International Rottweiler 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 New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club Canadian Canine Registry
Price Which is cheaper, Argentine Dogo or Rottweiler or Doberman Pinscher? Which is more expensive?	$2800-$5000	$1200-$2000	$800-$1000
Availability	Average	Very frequent	Very frequent

Argentine Dogo vs Rottweiler vs Doberman Pinscher General Appearance & Basic Info Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Argentine Dogo or Rottweiler or Doberman Pinscher? Argentine Dogo vs Rottweiler vs Doberman Pinscher size comparison:	Large	Large Giant	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Argentine Dogo or Rottweiler or Rottweiler? Argentine Dogo vs Rottweiler vs Doberman Pinscher weight comparison:	Male: 88-99 pounds (40-45 kg), Female: 71-77 pounds (32-35 kg)	Male: 95-130 pounds (43-59 kg), Female: 85-115 pounds (38-52 kg)	Male: 88-99 pounds (40-45 kg), Female: 71-77 pounds (32-35 kg)
Avg. Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 93.5 pounds (42.5 kg), Female: 74 pounds (33.5 kg)	Male: 112.5 pounds (51 kg), Female: 100 pounds (45 kg)	Male: 93.5 pounds (42.5 kg), Female: 74 pounds (33.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Argentine Dogo or Rottweiler or Doberman Pinscher? Argentine Dogo vs Rottweiler vs Doberman Pinscher height comparison:	Male: 24-27 inches (64-68 cm), Female: 23-25 inches (60-64 cm)	Male: 24-27 inches (61-69 cm), Female: 22-25 inches (56-63 cm)	Male: 26-28 inches (66-71cm), Female: 24-26 inches (61-66 cm)
Avg. Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 25.5 inches (66 cm), Female: 24 inches (62 cm)	Male: 25.5 inches (65 cm), Female: 23.5 inches (59.5 cm)	Male: 27 inches (68.5 cm), Female: 25 inches (63.5 cm)

Argentine Dogo vs Rottweiler vs Doberman Pinscher Hair & Care Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Argentine Dogo vs Rottweiler vs Doberman Pinscher coat comparison:	Fine	Dense	Fine
Colors What are the original Argentine Dogo, Rottweiler and Doberman Pinscher color?	White	Mahogany Tan Rust Black	Blue Red Tan Brown White Black
Grooming Which is easy to maintain, Argentine Dogo or Rottweiler or Doberman Pinscher? Argentine Dogo vs Rottweiler vs Doberman Pinscher grooming comparison:	Easy to groom: The Argentine Dogo doesn't require a lot of grooming.	Effortless: The Rottweiler requires minimal grooming.	Easy to groom: The Doberman Pinscher doesn't require a lot of grooming.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Argentine Dogo or Rottweiler or Doberman Pinscher? Argentine Dogo or Rottweiler or {name3 shedding:	Argentine Dogos shed moderately.	Rottweilers shed moderately.	Doberman Pinschers shed moderately.
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Argentine Dogo or Rottweiler or Doberman Pinscher?	3-4 weeks More often than average.	4-6 weeks Average.	3-4 weeks More often than average.

Argentine Dogo vs Rottweiler vs Doberman Pinscher Characteristics Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Argentine Dogo or Rottweiler or Doberman Pinscher? Argentine Dogo vs Rottweiler vs Doberman Pinscher behavior/temperament comparison:	Sociable Loyal Protective Tolerant Loving	Alert Fearless Independent Loyal Courageous Good-natured Intelligent Protective	Alert Fearless Loyal Energetic Intelligent Obedient
Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Argentine Dogo vs Rottweiler vs Doberman Pinscher intelligence:	Smart: Argentine Dogo's has great intelligence.	Outstanding: Rottweiler is one of the brightest dog breeds.	Outstanding: Doberman Pinscher is one of the brightest dog breeds.
Trainability Argentine Dogo vs Rottweiler vs Doberman Pinscher trainability comparison.	Argentine Dogos are quite easy to train.	Rottweilers are easy to train.	Doberman Pinschers are quite easy to train.
Playfulness Argentine Dogo vs Rottweiler vs Doberman Pinscher playfulness comparison:	Argentine Dogos, like any other dog breed, like playing.	Rottweilers, like any other dog breed, like playing.	Doberman Pinschers, like any other dog breed, like playing.
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Argentine Dogos have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.	Doberman Pinschers don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household and frequent guest visits.
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Argentine Dogo vs Rottweiler vs Doberman Pinscher?	Argentine Dogos are average dogs regarding their affection level.	Rottweilers are average dogs regarding their affection level.	Doberman Pinschers are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
Social Needs Argentine Dogo vs Rottweiler vs Doberman Pinscher social needs comparison:	Argentine Dogos need for social interaction is average.	Rottweilers need a lot of social interaction.	Doberman Pinschers need for social interaction is average.
Barking Which dog barks more/less: Argentine Dogo vs Rottweiler vs Doberman Pinscher?	Low to Average: The Argentine Dogo rarely barks.	Low: The Rottweiler barks none to minimal.	Low to Average: The Doberman Pinscher rarely barks.
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Argentine Dogo or Rottweiler or Doberman Pinscher?	Argentine Dogos are one of the best watchdogs.	Rottweilers are one of the best watchdogs.	Doberman Pinschers are one of the best watchdogs.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Argentine Dogos are extremely protective guard dogs.	Rottweilers are extremely protective guard dogs.	Doberman Pinschers are extremely protective guard dogs.
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.	High The Rottweiler has a high chance of biting somebody.	Moderate The Doberman Pinscher has an average chance of biting somebody.
Bite Force Which bite is stronger: Argentine Dogo or Rottweiler or Doberman Pinscher?	Above 400 PSI The strongest: Dogs that have a strong bite force are usually quite powerful and large.	Between 200 and 400 PSI Ordinary: Average dogs have bite force between 200 and 400 PSI.	Between 200 and 400 PSI Ordinary: Average dogs have bite force between 200 and 400 PSI.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Argentine Dogo vs Rottweiler vs Doberman Pinscher mouthiness comparison:	Argentine Dogos have lower than average tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.	Rottweilers have an average tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.	Doberman Pinschers have lower than average tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Wanderlust potential of the Argentine Dogo is strong enough to escape from home.	Rottweilers tend to escape less than other breeds.	Doberman Pinschers tend to escape less than other breeds.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Argentine Dogos have a high impulse to chase and catch something.	Rottweilers have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.	Doberman Pinschers don't have an impulse to catch or chase small animals.
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Argentine Dogo or Rottweiler or Doberman Pinscher?	Nem lakásbarát kutya Argentine Dogo.	Nem a legjobb választás Rottweiler, ha lakásban szeretnéd tartani, ugyanakkor alapos lemozgatással, napi többszöri sétával tolerálják a benti körülményeket is, így megoldható Rottweiler tartása lakásban.	Kimondottan lakásbarát kutya Doberman Pinscher fajta.
Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Argentine Dogos adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Rottweilers adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Doberman Pinschers adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Argentine Dogo or Rottweiler or Doberman Pinscher?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Rottweilers 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.
Fighting Dog	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dog.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dog.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dog.

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Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Argentine Dogo or Rottweiler or Doberman Pinscher? Which dog is more friendly?	Argentine Dogos are not stranger friendly dogs.	Rottweilers are not stranger friendly dogs.	Doberman Pinschers are not stranger friendly dogs.
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Argentine Dogo or Rottweiler or Doberman Pinscher?	Argentine Dogos are average friendly dogs towards children.	Rottweilers are not the most kid-friendly dogs.	Doberman Pinschers are average friendly dogs towards children.
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Argentine Dogo or Rottweiler or Doberman Pinscher?	Argentine Dogos are not cat-friendly dogs.	Rottweilers are average friendly towards cats.	Doberman Pinschers are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Argentine Dogo or Rottweiler or Doberman Pinscher?	Argentine Dogos are not dog-friendly.	Rottweilers are not dog-friendly.	Doberman Pinschers are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Argentine Dogo vs Rottweiler vs Doberman Pinscher?	Yes Argentine Dogos are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	No Rottweilers are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.	No Doberman Pinschers are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.
Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog.	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog.
Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Argentine Dogo or Rottweiler or Doberman Pinscher? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed generally not used as a therapy dog.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.	Not really This breed generally not used as a therapy dog.
Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	Not really A detection dog or sniffer dog is a dog that is trained to use its senses (mostly its smell) to detect substances such as explosives, illegal drugs, wildlife scat, currency, blood, and contraband electronics such as illicit mobile phones.	Not really A detection dog or sniffer dog is a dog that is trained to use its senses (mostly its smell) to detect substances such as explosives, illegal drugs, wildlife scat, currency, blood, and contraband electronics such as illicit mobile phones.	Not really A detection dog or sniffer dog is a dog that is trained to use its senses (mostly its smell) to detect substances such as explosives, illegal drugs, wildlife scat, currency, blood, and contraband electronics such as illicit mobile phones.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Argentine Dogo is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Rottweiler is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Doberman Pinscher is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR) Which one could be a search and rescue dog?	Not really The use of dogs in search and rescue (SAR) is a valuable component in wilderness tracking, natural disasters, mass casualty events, and in locating missing people.	Not really The use of dogs in search and rescue (SAR) is a valuable component in wilderness tracking, natural disasters, mass casualty events, and in locating missing people.	Not really The use of dogs in search and rescue (SAR) is a valuable component in wilderness tracking, natural disasters, mass casualty events, and in locating missing people.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Argentine Dogos are commonly okay with elderly people.	Rottweilers are not the best breed for elderly people.	Doberman Pinschers are commonly okay with elderly people.
Boat Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Argentine Dogo vs Rottweiler vs Doberman Pinscher?	Not really Argentine Dogo breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.	Not really Rottweiler breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.	Not really Doberman Pinscher breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Argentine Dogos do best when they’re the only pet at the family.	Rottweilers are generally with other pets.	Doberman Pinschers are generally with other pets.
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.	Yes A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.

Argentine Dogo vs Rottweiler vs Doberman Pinscher Health Factors Comparison

Health Issues Argentine Dogo vs Rottweiler vs Doberman Pinscher health comparison. Which is the healthier: Argentine Dogo vs Rottweiler vs Doberman Pinscher?	Argentine Dogos tend to have more and frequent health issues than other breeds.	The Rottweiler is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Doberman Pinschers are commonly healthy dogs.
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Argentine Dogo vs Rottweiler vs Doberman Pinscher? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Argentine Dogo vs Rottweiler vs Doberman Pinscher health problems comparison:	Allergies Cancer Deafness Hip Dysplasia Hypothyroidism	Allergies Aortic Stenosis Bloat Elbow Dysplasia Hip Dysplasia Hypothyroidism Osteosarcoma Panosteitis Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis	Cardiomyopathy Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Wobbler's Syndrome
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.	Average The Rottweiler should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Rare The Doberman Pinscher should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Life Expectancy Argentine Dogo vs Rottweiler vs Doberman Pinscher lifespan comparison. How long do Argentine Dogo, Rottweiler and Doberman Pinscher breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	10-12 years	8-11 years	10-12 years
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Hypoallergenic Argentine Dogo vs Rottweiler vs Doberman Pinscher hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No	No	No
Energy Level Who has more energy a Argentine Dogo or Rottweiler or Doberman Pinscher? Argentine Dogo vs Rottweiler vs Doberman Pinscher energy level comparison:	Argentine Dogos have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Rottweilers have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Doberman Pinschers have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Argentine Dogo vs Rottweiler vs Doberman Pinscher exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Argentine Dogo or Rottweiler or Doberman Pinscher? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Argentine Dogos need quite a lot of exercise.	Rottweilers have an average exercise need.	Doberman Pinschers need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Argentine Dogo or Rottweiler or Doberman Pinscher?	Argentine Dogos are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend to much time with sleeping.	Rottweilers are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend to much time with sleeping.	Doberman Pinschers sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered as a lazy breed.
Avg. daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Argentine Dogo or Rottweiler or Doberman Pinscher?	6 to 8 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	Recommended daily amount: 4 to 10 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	5 to 6 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? Argentine Dogo vs Rottweiler vs Doberman Pinscher weight gain potential comparison:	Low to Average.	High: The Rottweiler breed has a strong tendency to overweight.	Average.
Weather & Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Argentine Dogo vs Rottweiler vs Doberman Pinscher?	Prefers average to warm weather conditions	Prefers average to warm weather conditions	Prefers warm weather
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells least? Which dog smells most? Which is best, Argentine Dogo vs Rottweiler vs Doberman Pinscher?	Medium The Argentine Dogo has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium The Rottweiler has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium The Doberman Pinscher has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Argentine Dogo is an average drooler.	The Rottweiler drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed.	The Doberman Pinscher drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed.

Argentine Dogo vs Rottweiler vs Doberman Pinscher Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	60-64 days	60-64 days	60-64 days
Litter Frequency	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy.
Litter Size How many puppies can Argentine Dogo and Rottweiler and Doberman Pinscher have?	4-8 puppies	8-12 puppies	6-10 puppies
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