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Name	Australian Cattle Dog	Boxer	Weimaraner
Origins	Australia	Germany	Germany
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Group	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Working Dogs	Gun Dog
Popularity Rank	56	11	34
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Blue Heeler Cattle Dog Red Heeler Queensland Heeler	Deutscher Boxer German Boxer	Grey Ghost Weim Weimaraner Vorstehhund
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Australian Cattle Dog vs Boxer vs Weimaraner breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Australian Cattle Dog vs Boxer vs Weimaraner Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Australian Cattle Dog or Boxer or Weimaraner? Which is the smallest dog, Australian Cattle Dog or Boxer or Weimaraner?	Medium	Medium	Large
Weight Which is heavier, Australian Cattle Dog or Boxer or Boxer? Australian Cattle Dog vs Boxer vs Weimaraner weight comparison:	30-62 pounds (13-28 kg)	Male: 60-70 pounds (27-32 kg), Female: 53-65 pounds (24-29 kg)	Male: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg), Female: 50-65 pounds (23-29 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	46 pounds (20.5 kg)	Male: 65 pounds (29.5 kg), Female: 59 pounds (26.5 kg)	Male: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg), Female: 57.5 pounds (26 kg)
Height Which is taller, Australian Cattle Dog or Boxer or Weimaraner? Australian Cattle Dog vs Boxer vs Weimaraner height comparison:	Male: 17-20 inches (43-51 cm), Female: 17-19 inches (43-48 cm)	Male: 22-25 inches (56-63 cm), Female: 21-24 inches (53-61 cm)	Male: 24-24 inches (61-69 cm), Female: 22-25 inches (56-63 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 18.5 inches (47 cm), Female: 18 inches (45.5 cm)	Male: 23.5 inches (59.5 cm), Female: 22.5 inches (57 cm)	Male: 24 inches (65 cm), Female: 23.5 inches (59.5 cm)

Australian Cattle Dog vs Boxer vs Weimaraner Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Australian Cattle Dog or Boxer or Weimaraner? Which is more expensive?	$500-$700	$600-$1200	$1500-$2000
Availability Which is easier to get, Australian Cattle Dog or Boxer or Weimaraner?	Very frequent: The Australian Cattle Dog is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Boxer is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Weimaraner is quite easy to get.

Australian Cattle Dog vs Boxer vs Weimaraner Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Australian Cattle Dog vs Boxer vs Weimaraner intelligence:	Outstanding: Australian Cattle Dog is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Very smart: Weimaraner is an excellent dog breed. See more.
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Trainability Australian Cattle Dog vs Boxer vs Weimaraner trainability comparison.	Australian Cattle Dog dogs are easy to train. See more.	Boxer dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Weimaraner dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Australian Cattle Dog or Boxer or Weimaraner?	Australian Cattle Dog dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Boxer dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Weimaraner dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Australian Cattle Dog or Boxer or Weimaraner? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Australian Cattle Dog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Boxer dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Weimaraner dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Australian Cattle Dog vs Boxer vs Weimaraner Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Australian Cattle Dog or Boxer or Weimaraner? Australian Cattle Dog vs Boxer vs Weimaraner behavior/temperament comparison:	Energetic Protective Alert Intelligent Responsive Loyal Aggressive	Playful Energetic Intelligent Confident Friendly Loyal Fearless Brave Bright	Stubborn Aloof Energetic Alert Powerful Intelligent Social Steady Fast
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	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.	Sensitive: Weimaraner dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Australian Cattle Dog vs Boxer vs Weimaraner?	Average: Australian Cattle Dog dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	High: Boxer dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Weimaraner dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Australian Cattle Dog vs Boxer vs Weimaraner social needs comparison:	Australian Cattle Dog dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Boxer dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Weimaraner dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	The wanderlust potential of the Australian Cattle Dog is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Boxer dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Weimaraner 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?	Australian Cattle Dog dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Boxer 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. See more.	Weimaraner dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Australian Cattle Dog vs Boxer vs Weimaraner Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Australian Cattle Dog vs Boxer vs Weimaraner playfulness comparison:	The Australian Cattle Dog is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Boxer is a playful breed. See more.	The Weimaraner is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Australian Cattle Dog vs Boxer vs Weimaraner?	Low to Average: The Australian Cattle Dog rarely barks. See more.	Low to Average: The Boxer rarely barks. See more.	Average to High: The Weimaraner 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 Australian Cattle Dog or Boxer or Weimaraner?	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Australian Cattle Dog breed.	Apartment-friendly dog the Boxer breed.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Weimaraner breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Australian Cattle Dog vs Boxer vs Weimaraner Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Average: Australian Cattle Dog dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Boxer dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Weimaraner dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Australian Cattle Dog or Boxer or Weimaraner?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Boxer dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Weimaraner dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Australian Cattle Dog vs Boxer vs Weimaraner Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Australian Cattle Dog or Boxer or Weimaraner?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Australian Cattle Dog bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Boxer bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Weimaraner 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 Australian Cattle Dog has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Boxer has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Weimaraner has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Australian Cattle Dog vs Boxer vs Weimaraner mouthiness comparison:	Australian Cattle Dog dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Boxer dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Weimaraner dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.

Australian Cattle Dog vs Boxer vs Weimaraner Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Australian Cattle Dog vs Boxer vs Weimaraner health comparison. Which is the healthier: Australian Cattle Dog vs Boxer vs Weimaraner?	The Australian Cattle Dog is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Boxer is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Weimaraners tend to have a lot and frequent health issues.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Australian Cattle Dog vs Boxer vs Weimaraner? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Australian Cattle Dog vs Boxer vs Weimaraner health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Deafness	Hip Dysplasia Allergies Cancer Hypothyroidism Bloat Deafness Demodectic Mange Aortic Stenosis Boxer Cardiomyopathy Corneal Dystrophy	Hip Dysplasia Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Bloat Entropion Drug Sensitivity Ectropion Distichiasis
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Australian Cattle Dog should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Boxer should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Frequent The Weimaraner should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
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Life Expectancy Australian Cattle Dog vs Boxer vs Weimaraner lifespan comparison. How long do Australian Cattle Dog, Boxer and Weimaraner breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	11-15 years The average lifespan of Australian Cattle Dog: 13 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Boxer: 11 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Weimaraner: 11 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Australian Cattle Dog vs Boxer vs Weimaraner?	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Australian Cattle Dog can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. 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.

Australian Cattle Dog vs Boxer vs Weimaraner Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Australian Cattle Dog or Boxer or Weimaraner? Australian Cattle Dog vs Boxer vs Weimaraner energy level comparison:	Australian Cattle Dog dogs are high-energy dogs.	Boxer dogs are high-energy dogs.	Weimaraner dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Australian Cattle Dog vs Boxer vs Weimaraner exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Australian Cattle Dog or Boxer or Weimaraner? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Australian Cattle Dog dogs need a lot of exercises.	Boxer dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Weimaraner dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Australian Cattle Dog or Boxer or Weimaraner?	Australian Cattle Dog dogs don't need too much sleep.	Boxer dogs don't need too much sleep.	Weimaraner dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Australian Cattle Dog vs Boxer vs Weimaraner Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Australian Cattle Dog or Boxer or Weimaraner?	1.5 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	Recommended daily amount: 2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	2.5 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Australian Cattle Dog vs Boxer vs Weimaraner weight gain potential comparison:	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Australian Cattle Dog's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Boxer's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Low to Average: The Weimaraner has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Australian Cattle Dog vs Boxer vs Weimaraner Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Australian Cattle Dog vs Boxer vs Weimaraner coat comparison:	Dense	Waterproof	Fine
Colors What are the original Australian Cattle Dog, Boxer and Weimaraner color?	Red Blue Speckled Mottled	White Fawn Brindle	Gray Blue Silver Copper
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Australian Cattle Dog or Boxer or Weimaraner? Australian Cattle Dog vs Boxer vs Weimaraner grooming comparison:	Effortless: The Australian Cattle Dog requires minimal grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Boxer requires minimal grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Weimaraner requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Australian Cattle Dog or Boxer or Weimaraner? Australian Cattle Dog or Boxer or {name3 shedding:	Australian Cattle Dog dogs shed moderately. See more.	Boxer dogs shed moderately. See more.	Weimaraner 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: Australian Cattle Dog or Boxer or Weimaraner?	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. 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.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Hypoallergenic Australian Cattle Dog vs Boxer vs Weimaraner hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
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Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Australian Cattle Dog vs Boxer vs Weimaraner?	Medium ⏺ The Australian Cattle Dog has an average chance of bad smell.	High 🔼 The Boxer has a high chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Weimaraner has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Australian Cattle Dog is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Boxer is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The Weimaraner 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.

Australian Cattle Dog vs Boxer vs Weimaraner Good With Comparison

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

Australian Cattle Dog vs Boxer vs Weimaraner 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: Australian Cattle Dog or Boxer or Weimaraner? 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.	Yes This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Australian Cattle Dog vs Boxer vs Weimaraner?	Not really Australian Cattle Dog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Boxer breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Weimaraner 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.	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.
Fighting Dog / Military Dog	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat 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.

Australian Cattle Dog vs Boxer vs Weimaraner 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 Australian Cattle Dog and Boxer and Weimaraner have?	1-7 puppies, average 5	2-10 puppies, average 6	6-8 puppies
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Australian Cattle Dog vs Boxer vs Weimaraner Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1980 as a Herding breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1904 as a Working breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1943 as a Sporting breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) section.	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 Pointing Dogs group, in the Continental Pointing Dogs 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 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	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 Canadian Canine Registry	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

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