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Name	Ariegeois	Porcelaine	Schweizer Laufhund
Origins	France	France	Switzerland
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Hunting Dogs	Hunting Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Ariege Hound	Porcelaine Dog Chien de Franche-Comté	Chien Courant Suisse Schweizer Laufhund Swiss Hound Swiss Laufhund
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Ariegeois vs Porcelaine vs Schweizer Laufhund breed type comparison:	Cross Breed	Purebred	Purebred

Ariegeois vs Porcelaine vs Schweizer Laufhund Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Ariegeois or Porcelaine or Schweizer Laufhund? Which is the smallest dog, Ariegeois or Porcelaine or Schweizer Laufhund?	Medium	Large	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Ariegeois or Porcelaine or Porcelaine? Ariegeois vs Porcelaine vs Schweizer Laufhund weight comparison:	28–30 kg	Male: 50-65 pounds (23-29 kg), Female: 45-60 pounds (20-27 kg)	Male: 30-45 pounds (14-20 kg), Female: 27-42 pounds (12-19 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	28–30 kg	Male: 57.5 pounds (26 kg), Female: 52.5 pounds (23.5 kg)	Male: 37.5 pounds (17 kg), Female: 34.5 pounds (15.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Ariegeois or Porcelaine or Schweizer Laufhund? Ariegeois vs Porcelaine vs Schweizer Laufhund height comparison:	Male: 20–23 inches (52–58 cm), Female: 20–22 inches (50–56 cm)	Male: 22 - 24 inches (50 – 60 cm), Female: 20 - 22 inches (50 - 55 cm)	Male: 20-24 inches (51-60 cm), Female: 20-22 inches (51-56 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 20–23 inches (52–58 cm), Female: 20–22 inches (50–56 cm)	Male: 23 inches (58 cm), Female: 21 inches (53.5 cm)	Male: 22 inches (55.5 cm), Female: 21 inches (53.5 cm)

Ariegeois vs Porcelaine vs Schweizer Laufhund Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Ariegeois or Porcelaine or Schweizer Laufhund? Which is more expensive?	$600-$800	Unknown	Unknown
Availability Which is easier to get, Ariegeois or Porcelaine or Schweizer Laufhund?	Average: The Ariegeois is a commonly available dog breed.	Average: The Porcelaine is a commonly available dog breed.	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.

Ariegeois vs Porcelaine vs Schweizer Laufhund Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Ariegeois vs Porcelaine vs Schweizer Laufhund intelligence:	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Ariegeois vs Porcelaine vs Schweizer Laufhund trainability comparison.	Ariegeois dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Porcelaine dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	A slightly harder to train than average. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Ariegeois or Porcelaine or Schweizer Laufhund?	Ariegeois dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Porcelaine dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Schweizer Laufhund dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Ariegeois or Porcelaine or Schweizer Laufhund? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Ariegeois dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Porcelaine dogs are not the best to protect their territory. See more.	Schweizer Laufhund dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Ariegeois vs Porcelaine vs Schweizer Laufhund Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Ariegeois or Porcelaine or Schweizer Laufhund? Ariegeois vs Porcelaine vs Schweizer Laufhund behavior/temperament comparison:	Happy Affectionate Sociable Trainable Enterprising Hard Working	Active Independent Affectionate Gentle Sweet	Alert Friendly Affectionate Gentle Tolerant
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Ariegeois dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	Porcelaine dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	Schweizer Laufhund dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Ariegeois vs Porcelaine vs Schweizer Laufhund?	Average to High: Ariegeois dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	Average to High: Porcelaine dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	High: Schweizer Laufhund dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Ariegeois vs Porcelaine vs Schweizer Laufhund social needs comparison:	Ariegeois dogs are a social breed. See more.	Porcelaine dogs are a social breed. See more.	Schweizer Laufhund dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Ariegeois dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Porcelaine is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Schweizer Laufhund is strong enough to escape from home. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Ariegeois dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Porcelaine dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Schweizer Laufhund dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Ariegeois vs Porcelaine vs Schweizer Laufhund Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Ariegeois vs Porcelaine vs Schweizer Laufhund playfulness comparison:	Ariegeoiss are not the most playful dog breed. See more.	Average: Porcelaines, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Schweizer Laufhund is a playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Ariegeois vs Porcelaine vs Schweizer Laufhund?	Low to Average: The Ariegeois rarely barks. See more.	Average: The Porcelaine barks occasionally. See more.	Average to High: The Schweizer Laufhund is a vocal breed. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Ariegeois or Porcelaine or Schweizer Laufhund?	It is not recommended to keep the Ariegeois 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 Porcelaine indoors.	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 Schweizer Laufhund indoors.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Ariegeois vs Porcelaine vs Schweizer Laufhund Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Average: Ariegeois dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Average: Porcelaine dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Schweizer Laufhund dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Ariegeois or Porcelaine or Schweizer Laufhund?	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.	Porcelaine 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.	Schweizer Laufhund 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 vs Porcelaine vs Schweizer Laufhund Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Ariegeois or Porcelaine or Schweizer Laufhund?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Ariegeois bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Porcelaine bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Schweizer Laufhund 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 Ariegeois has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Porcelaine has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Schweizer Laufhund has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Ariegeois vs Porcelaine vs Schweizer Laufhund mouthiness comparison:	Ariegeois dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Porcelaine dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Schweizer Laufhund dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Ariegeois vs Porcelaine vs Schweizer Laufhund Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Ariegeois vs Porcelaine vs Schweizer Laufhund health comparison. Which is the healthier: Ariegeois vs Porcelaine vs Schweizer Laufhund?	Ariegeoiss tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	Very healthy dog breed.	Schweizer Laufhunds are commonly healthy dogs.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Ariegeois vs Porcelaine vs Schweizer Laufhund? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Ariegeois vs Porcelaine vs Schweizer Laufhund health problems comparison:	No data available	No data available	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Entropion Ear Infections Ectropion Elbow Dysplasia Demodectic Mange
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Frequent The Ariegeois should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Rare The Porcelaine should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Rare The Schweizer Laufhund should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Ariegeois vs Porcelaine vs Schweizer Laufhund lifespan comparison. How long do Ariegeois, Porcelaine and Schweizer Laufhund breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	10-12 years The average lifespan of Ariegeois: 11 years	11-13 years The average lifespan of Porcelaine: 12 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Schweizer Laufhund: 11 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Ariegeois vs Porcelaine vs Schweizer Laufhund?	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.

Ariegeois vs Porcelaine vs Schweizer Laufhund Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Ariegeois or Porcelaine or Schweizer Laufhund? Ariegeois vs Porcelaine vs Schweizer Laufhund energy level comparison:	Ariegeois dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Porcelaine dogs are high-energy dogs.	Schweizer Laufhund dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Ariegeois vs Porcelaine vs Schweizer Laufhund exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Ariegeois or Porcelaine or Schweizer Laufhund? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Ariegeois dogs need a lot of exercises.	Porcelaine dogs need a lot of exercises.	Schweizer Laufhund dogs exercise need is minimal.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Ariegeois or Porcelaine or Schweizer Laufhund?	Ariegeois dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Porcelaine dogs don't need too much sleep.	Schweizer Laufhund dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Ariegeois vs Porcelaine vs Schweizer Laufhund Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Ariegeois or Porcelaine or Schweizer Laufhund?	2 to 3 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 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? Ariegeois vs Porcelaine vs Schweizer Laufhund weight gain potential comparison:	Low to Average: The Ariegeois has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Porcelaine has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Schweizer Laufhund's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Ariegeois vs Porcelaine vs Schweizer Laufhund Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Ariegeois vs Porcelaine vs Schweizer Laufhund coat comparison:	Smooth	Silky	Dense Smooth
Colors What are the original Ariegeois, Porcelaine and Schweizer Laufhund color?	Black White Tricolor	White	White & Black Patches Black Saddle & Tan Markings
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Ariegeois or Porcelaine or Schweizer Laufhund? Ariegeois vs Porcelaine vs Schweizer Laufhund grooming comparison:	Easy to groom: The Ariegeois doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Porcelaine requires minimal grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The Schweizer Laufhund doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Ariegeois or Porcelaine or Schweizer Laufhund? Ariegeois or Porcelaine or {name3 shedding:	Ariegeois dogs shed moderately. See more.	Porcelaine dogs are low shedders. See more.	Schweizer Laufhund dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Ariegeois or Porcelaine or Schweizer Laufhund?	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	2-3 weeks Frequent. This breed has high-maintenance hair and may require a bath every 2-3 weeks. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.
Hypoallergenic Ariegeois vs Porcelaine vs Schweizer Laufhund hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Ariegeois vs Porcelaine vs Schweizer Laufhund?	Medium ⏺ The Ariegeois has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Porcelaine has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Schweizer Laufhund has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Ariegeois is an average drooler. See more.	The Porcelaine 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 Schweizer Laufhund is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.

Ariegeois vs Porcelaine vs Schweizer Laufhund Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Ariegeois dogs are generally with other pets.	Porcelaine dogs are generally with other pets.	Schweizer Laufhund dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Ariegeois or Porcelaine or Schweizer Laufhund? Which dog is more friendly?	Ariegeois dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Porcelaine dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Schweizer Laufhund dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Ariegeois or Porcelaine or Schweizer Laufhund?	Ariegeois dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Porcelaine dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Schweizer Laufhund dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Ariegeois or Porcelaine or Schweizer Laufhund?	Ariegeois dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Porcelaine dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Schweizer Laufhund dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Ariegeois or Porcelaine or Schweizer Laufhund?	Ariegeois dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Porcelaine dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Schweizer Laufhund dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Ariegeois vs Porcelaine vs Schweizer Laufhund?	Yes Ariegeois dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Porcelaine dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	No Schweizer Laufhund dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Ariegeois is not the best dog breed for office environment.	Yes Porcelaine is one of the best dog breeds for office environment	Yes Schweizer Laufhund is one of the best dog breeds for office environment
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Ariegeoiss are usually recommended for elderly people.	Porcelaines are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Schweizer Laufhunds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Ariegeois vs Porcelaine vs Schweizer Laufhund 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: Ariegeois or Porcelaine or Schweizer Laufhund? 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.
Therapy Dog Breeds
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: Ariegeois vs Porcelaine vs Schweizer Laufhund?	Not really Ariegeois breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Porcelaine breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Schweizer Laufhund 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?	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.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
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.

Ariegeois vs Porcelaine vs Schweizer Laufhund 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 Ariegeois and Porcelaine and Schweizer Laufhund have?	3-6 puppies	3-6 puppies	5-7 puppies
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Ariegeois vs Porcelaine vs Schweizer Laufhund 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.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Scent hounds and related breeds group, in the Scent hounds section.	Recognized by FCI in the Scent hounds and related breeds group, in the Scent hounds section.	Recognized by FCI in the Scent hounds and related breeds group, in the Scent hounds section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale American Canine Association, Inc. Continental Kennel Club	No data available	No data available

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