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Australian Kelpie vs Blue Heeler vs German Shorthaired Pointer Comparison - Dog breed selector: Australischer Kelpie or Australian Cattle Dog or Deutscher Kurzhaariger Vorstehhund? Find the right dog for you

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Name Australian Kelpie Blue Heeler German Shorthaired Pointer
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Australischer Kelpie
Barb
Kelpie
Australian Sheepdog
Australian Cattle Dog
Cattle Dog
Queensland Heeler
Red Heeler
Deutscher Kurzhaariger Vorstehhund
Kurzhaar
Deutsch Kurzhaar
GSP Dog
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Australian Kelpie vs Blue Heeler vs German Shorthaired Pointer breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Australian Kelpie vs Blue Heeler vs German Shorthaired Pointer Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Australian Kelpie or Blue Heeler or German Shorthaired Pointer? Which is the smallest dog, Australian Kelpie or Blue Heeler or German Shorthaired Pointer?
Medium Medium Large
Medium
Weight
Which is heavier, Australian Kelpie or Blue Heeler or Blue Heeler? Australian Kelpie vs Blue Heeler vs German Shorthaired Pointer weight comparison:
25-45 pounds (11-20 kg) 30-62 pounds (13-28 kg) Male: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg), Female: 45-60 pounds (20-27 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
35 pounds (15.5 kg) 46 pounds (20.5 kg) Male: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg), Female: 52.5 pounds (23.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Australian Kelpie or Blue Heeler or German Shorthaired Pointer? Australian Kelpie vs Blue Heeler vs German Shorthaired Pointer height comparison:
17-20 inches (43-51 cm) Male: 17-20 inches (43-51 cm), Female: 17-19 inches (43-48 cm) Male: 23-25 inches (59-64 cm), Female: 21-23 inches (53-58 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
18.5 inches (47 cm) Male: 18.5 inches (47 cm), Female: 18 inches (45.5 cm) Male: 24 inches (61.5 cm), Female: 22 inches (55.5 cm)

Australian Kelpie vs Blue Heeler vs German Shorthaired Pointer Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Australian Kelpie or Blue Heeler or German Shorthaired Pointer? Which is more expensive?
$500-$700 $400-$800 $600-$800
Availability
Which is easier to get, Australian Kelpie or Blue Heeler or German Shorthaired Pointer?
Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.
Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.
Very frequent: The German Shorthaired Pointer is quite easy to get.

Australian Kelpie vs Blue Heeler vs German Shorthaired Pointer Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Australian Kelpie vs Blue Heeler vs German Shorthaired Pointer intelligence:
Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Smart: The Blue Heeler dogs have great intelligence.
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Very smart: German Shorthaired Pointer is an excellent dog breed.
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Trainability
Australian Kelpie vs Blue Heeler vs German Shorthaired Pointer trainability comparison.
Australian Kelpie dogs are very easy to train.
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Blue Heeler dogs are easy to train.
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German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are very easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Australian Kelpie or Blue Heeler or German Shorthaired Pointer?
Australian Kelpie dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Blue Heeler dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are average watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Australian Kelpie or Blue Heeler or German Shorthaired Pointer? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Australian Kelpie dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Blue Heeler dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are average defenders.
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Australian Kelpie vs Blue Heeler vs German Shorthaired Pointer Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Australian Kelpie or Blue Heeler or German Shorthaired Pointer? Australian Kelpie vs Blue Heeler vs German Shorthaired Pointer behavior/temperament comparison:
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Loyal
Robust
Eager
Active
Protective
Alert
Intelligent
Hard working
Resourceful
Intelligent
Affectionate
Trainable
Bold
Cooperative
Boisterous
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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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: Australian Kelpie vs Blue Heeler vs German Shorthaired Pointer?
Average: Australian Kelpie dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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Slightly Below Average: Blue Heeler dogs may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence.
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Average to High: German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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Social Needs
Australian Kelpie vs Blue Heeler vs German Shorthaired Pointer social needs comparison:
Australian Kelpie dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Blue Heeler dogs are kinda antisocial.
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German Shorthaired Pointer dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
The wanderlust potential of the Australian Kelpie is strong enough to escape from home.
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The wanderlust potential of the Blue Heeler is strong enough to escape from home.
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German Shorthaired Pointer dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Australian Kelpie dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Blue Heeler dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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German Shorthaired Pointer dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Australian Kelpie vs Blue Heeler vs German Shorthaired Pointer Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Australian Kelpie vs Blue Heeler vs German Shorthaired Pointer playfulness comparison:
The Australian Kelpie is a playful breed.
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The Blue Heeler is a highly playful breed.
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The German Shorthaired Pointer is a highly playful breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Australian Kelpie vs Blue Heeler vs German Shorthaired Pointer?
Low to Average: The Australian Kelpie rarely barks.
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Low to Average: The Blue Heeler rarely barks.
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Average: The German Shorthaired Pointer barks occasionally.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Australian Kelpie or Blue Heeler or German Shorthaired Pointer?
It is not recommended to keep the Australian Kelpie breed in the home.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Blue Heeler breed.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the German Shorthaired Pointer breed.

Australian Kelpie vs Blue Heeler vs German Shorthaired Pointer Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
Australian Kelpie dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Average: Blue Heeler dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
German Shorthaired Pointer dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Australian Kelpie or Blue Heeler or German Shorthaired Pointer?
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.
Blue Heeler dogs handle alone time quite well.
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Australian Kelpie vs Blue Heeler vs German Shorthaired Pointer Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Australian Kelpie or Blue Heeler or German Shorthaired Pointer?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Australian Kelpie bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Blue Heeler bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

German Shorthaired Pointer bite force: Ordinary.
Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:

Low 🔽

The Australian Kelpie has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Blue Heeler has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The German Shorthaired Pointer has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Australian Kelpie vs Blue Heeler vs German Shorthaired Pointer mouthiness comparison:
Australian Kelpie dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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Blue Heeler dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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German Shorthaired Pointer dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Australian Kelpie vs Blue Heeler vs German Shorthaired Pointer Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Australian Kelpie vs Blue Heeler vs German Shorthaired Pointer health comparison. Which is the healthier: Australian Kelpie vs Blue Heeler vs German Shorthaired Pointer?
Australian Kelpies tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Blue Heelers are commonly healthy dogs.
German Shorthaired Pointers are commonly healthy dogs.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Australian Kelpie vs Blue Heeler vs German Shorthaired Pointer? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Australian Kelpie vs Blue Heeler vs German Shorthaired Pointer health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Patellar Luxation
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Osteoarthritis
Cerebellar Abiotrophy
Collie Eye Anomaly
No data available Hypothyroidism
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Von Willebrand's Disease
Entropion
Osteochondrosis Dissecans
Cardiomyopathy
Pannus
Gastric Torsion
Canine Hip Dysplasia (CHD)
Lymphedema
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Frequent
The Australian Kelpie should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Rare
The Blue Heeler should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Rare
The German Shorthaired Pointer should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Life Expectancy
Australian Kelpie vs Blue Heeler vs German Shorthaired Pointer lifespan comparison. How long do Australian Kelpie, Blue Heeler and German Shorthaired Pointer breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
10-14 years
The average lifespan of Australian Kelpie: 12 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Blue Heeler: 13 years
12-14 years
The average lifespan of German Shorthaired Pointer: 13 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Australian Kelpie vs Blue Heeler vs German Shorthaired Pointer?
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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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 warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
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Australian Kelpie vs Blue Heeler vs German Shorthaired Pointer Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Australian Kelpie or Blue Heeler or German Shorthaired Pointer? Australian Kelpie vs Blue Heeler vs German Shorthaired Pointer energy level comparison:
Australian Kelpie dogs are high-energy dogs.
Blue Heeler dogs are high-energy dogs.
German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are high-energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Australian Kelpie vs Blue Heeler vs German Shorthaired Pointer exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Australian Kelpie or Blue Heeler or German Shorthaired Pointer? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Australian Kelpie dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Blue Heeler dogs need a lot of exercises.
German Shorthaired Pointer dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Australian Kelpie or Blue Heeler or German Shorthaired Pointer?
Australian Kelpie dogs don't need too much sleep.
Blue Heeler dogs don't need too much sleep.
German Shorthaired Pointer dogs don't need too much sleep.

Australian Kelpie vs Blue Heeler vs German Shorthaired Pointer Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Australian Kelpie or Blue Heeler or German Shorthaired Pointer?
1 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 1.5 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 3 to 4 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? Australian Kelpie vs Blue Heeler vs German Shorthaired Pointer weight gain potential comparison:
Low to Average: The Australian Kelpie has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Blue Heeler's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Average: The German Shorthaired Pointer has an average risk for obesity.
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Australian Kelpie vs Blue Heeler vs German Shorthaired Pointer Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Australian Kelpie vs Blue Heeler vs German Shorthaired Pointer coat comparison:
Double Dense Dense
Colors
What are the original Australian Kelpie, Blue Heeler and German Shorthaired Pointer color?
Black
Tan
Red
Blue
Brown
Fawn
Chocolate
Blue
Red speckled
Blue speckled
Blue Mottled
Red Mottled
Black
White
Liver
Roan
Copper
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Australian Kelpie or Blue Heeler or German Shorthaired Pointer? Australian Kelpie vs Blue Heeler vs German Shorthaired Pointer grooming comparison:
Effortless: The Australian Kelpie requires minimal grooming.
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Effortless: The Blue Heeler requires minimal grooming.
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Effortless: The German Shorthaired Pointer requires minimal grooming.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Australian Kelpie or Blue Heeler or German Shorthaired Pointer? Australian Kelpie or Blue Heeler or {name3 shedding:
Australian Kelpie dogs shed moderately.
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Blue Heeler dogs shed moderately.
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German Shorthaired Pointer dogs shed moderately.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Australian Kelpie or Blue Heeler or German Shorthaired Pointer?
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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4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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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
Australian Kelpie vs Blue Heeler vs German Shorthaired Pointer 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, Australian Kelpie vs Blue Heeler vs German Shorthaired Pointer?

Medium

The Australian Kelpie has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Blue Heeler has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The German Shorthaired Pointer has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?
The Australian Kelpie is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Blue Heeler is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The German Shorthaired Pointer is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency.
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Australian Kelpie vs Blue Heeler vs German Shorthaired Pointer Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Australian Kelpie dogs are generally with other pets.
Blue Heeler dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
German Shorthaired Pointer dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Australian Kelpie or Blue Heeler or German Shorthaired Pointer? Which dog is more friendly?
Australian Kelpie dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Blue Heeler dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Australian Kelpie or Blue Heeler or German Shorthaired Pointer?
Australian Kelpie dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Blue Heeler dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.
German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Australian Kelpie or Blue Heeler or German Shorthaired Pointer?
Australian Kelpie dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Blue Heeler dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Australian Kelpie or Blue Heeler or German Shorthaired Pointer?
Australian Kelpie dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Blue Heeler dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Australian Kelpie vs Blue Heeler vs German Shorthaired Pointer?
Yes
Australian Kelpie dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Blue Heeler dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
Australian Kelpie is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Blue Heeler is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
German Shorthaired Pointer is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
Australian Kelpies are usually recommended for elderly people.
Blue Heelers are not the best breed for elderly people.
German Shorthaired Pointers are usually recommended for elderly people.

Australian Kelpie vs Blue Heeler vs German Shorthaired Pointer 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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Not really

This breed generally not used 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: Australian Kelpie or Blue Heeler or German Shorthaired Pointer? Which is better for autism?

Not really

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

This breed is generally not used as a 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.

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.
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 Kelpie vs Blue Heeler vs German Shorthaired Pointer?

Not really

Australian Kelpie breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Blue Heeler breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

German Shorthaired Pointer 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?

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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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.

Australian Kelpie vs Blue Heeler vs German Shorthaired Pointer 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 Australian Kelpie and Blue Heeler and German Shorthaired Pointer have?
4-7 puppies 1-7 puppies 7-12 puppies

Australian Kelpie vs Blue Heeler vs German Shorthaired Pointer 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. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1930 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 Sheepdogs section. Not recognized by FCI. 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
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
Foundation Stock Service
No data available American Kennel Club
Canadian Kennel Club
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
Australian National Kennel Council
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club

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