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Name	Australian Kelpie	Schipperke	Pocket Pitbull
Origins	Australia	Belgium	England United States
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Group	Working Dogs	Companion Dogs	Designer Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Australischer Kelpie Barb Kelpie Australian Sheepdog	Spits Spitske Spitzke	No data available
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Australian Kelpie vs Schipperke vs Pocket Pitbull breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Cross Breed

Australian Kelpie vs Schipperke vs Pocket Pitbull Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Australian Kelpie or Schipperke or Pocket Pitbull? Which is the smallest dog, Australian Kelpie or Schipperke or Pocket Pitbull?	Medium	Small	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Australian Kelpie or Schipperke or Schipperke? Australian Kelpie vs Schipperke vs Pocket Pitbull weight comparison:	25-45 pounds (11-20 kg)	12-18 pounds (5.5-8 kg)	22-78 pounds (10-35 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	35 pounds (15.5 kg)	15 pounds (5.6.5 kg)	50 pounds (22.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Australian Kelpie or Schipperke or Pocket Pitbull? Australian Kelpie vs Schipperke vs Pocket Pitbull height comparison:	17-20 inches (43-51 cm)	10-13 inches (21-33 cm)	14-24 inches (35-60 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	18.5 inches (47 cm)	11.5 inches (27 cm)	19 inches (47.5 cm)

Australian Kelpie vs Schipperke vs Pocket Pitbull Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Australian Kelpie or Schipperke or Pocket Pitbull? Which is more expensive?	$500-$700	$600-$1000	$500-$700
Availability Which is easier to get, Australian Kelpie or Schipperke or Pocket Pitbull?	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.	Frequent: The Schipperke is easier than average to get.	Average: The Pocket Pitbull is a commonly available dog breed.

Australian Kelpie vs Schipperke vs Pocket Pitbull Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Australian Kelpie vs Schipperke vs Pocket Pitbull intelligence:	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Very smart: Schipperke is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.
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Trainability Australian Kelpie vs Schipperke vs Pocket Pitbull trainability comparison.	Australian Kelpie dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Schipperke dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Pocket Pitbull dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Australian Kelpie or Schipperke or Pocket Pitbull?	Australian Kelpie dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Schipperke dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Pocket Pitbull dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Australian Kelpie or Schipperke or Pocket Pitbull? 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. See more.	Schipperke dogs are average defenders. See more.	Pocket Pitbull dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
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Australian Kelpie vs Schipperke vs Pocket Pitbull Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Australian Kelpie or Schipperke or Pocket Pitbull? Australian Kelpie vs Schipperke vs Pocket Pitbull behavior/temperament comparison:	Energetic Alert Intelligent Friendly Loyal Robust Eager	Curious Independent Agile Intelligent Confident Fearless Faithful	Stubborn Clownish Energetic Courageous Intelligent Confident Friendly Affectionate Obedient Loyal Inquisitive Strong Willed Aggressive Bold
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: Pocket Pitbull 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 Kelpie vs Schipperke vs Pocket Pitbull?	Average: Australian Kelpie dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	Average to High: Schipperke dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	High: Pocket Pitbull dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Australian Kelpie vs Schipperke vs Pocket Pitbull social needs comparison:	Australian Kelpie dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Schipperke dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Pocket Pitbull dogs are a social breed. See more.
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. See more.	Schipperke dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Pocket Pitbull is strong enough to escape from home. See more.
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. See more.	Schipperke dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.	Pocket Pitbull 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.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Australian Kelpie vs Schipperke vs Pocket Pitbull Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Australian Kelpie vs Schipperke vs Pocket Pitbull playfulness comparison:	The Australian Kelpie is a playful breed. See more.	The Schipperke is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Pocket Pitbull is a playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Australian Kelpie vs Schipperke vs Pocket Pitbull?	Low to Average: The Australian Kelpie rarely barks. See more.	Low: The Schipperke barks none to minimal. See more.	Average: The Pocket Pitbull barks occasionally. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Australian Kelpie or Schipperke or Pocket Pitbull?	It is not recommended to keep the Australian Kelpie breed in the home.	It is not recommended to keep the Schipperke breed in the home.	It is not recommended to keep the Pocket Pitbull breed in the home.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Australian Kelpie vs Schipperke vs Pocket Pitbull 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.	Schipperke dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Pocket Pitbull dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Australian Kelpie or Schipperke or Pocket Pitbull?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Pocket Pitbull 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.

Australian Kelpie vs Schipperke vs Pocket Pitbull Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Australian Kelpie or Schipperke or Pocket Pitbull?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Australian Kelpie bite force: Ordinary.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Schipperke bite force: Weak.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Pocket Pitbull 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 Kelpie has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Schipperke has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Pocket Pitbull has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Australian Kelpie vs Schipperke vs Pocket Pitbull mouthiness comparison:	Australian Kelpie dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Schipperke dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Pocket Pitbull dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Australian Kelpie vs Schipperke vs Pocket Pitbull Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Australian Kelpie vs Schipperke vs Pocket Pitbull health comparison. Which is the healthier: Australian Kelpie vs Schipperke vs Pocket Pitbull?	Australian Kelpies tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	The Schipperke is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Pocket Pitbulls tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Australian Kelpie vs Schipperke vs Pocket Pitbull? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Australian Kelpie vs Schipperke vs Pocket Pitbull health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Osteoarthritis Cerebellar Abiotrophy Collie Eye Anomaly	No data available	Hip Dysplasia Demodectic Mange Skin Allergies Conjunctivitis
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.	Average The Schipperke should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Frequent The Pocket Pitbull should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
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Life Expectancy Australian Kelpie vs Schipperke vs Pocket Pitbull lifespan comparison. How long do Australian Kelpie, Schipperke and Pocket Pitbull breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	10-14 years The average lifespan of Australian Kelpie: 12 years	13-15 years The average lifespan of Schipperke: 14 years	10-14 years The average lifespan of Pocket Pitbull: 12 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Australian Kelpie vs Schipperke vs Pocket Pitbull?	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.

Australian Kelpie vs Schipperke vs Pocket Pitbull Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Australian Kelpie vs Schipperke vs Pocket Pitbull Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Australian Kelpie or Schipperke or Pocket Pitbull?	1 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1/2 to 1 cup dry food a day.	Recommended daily amount: 1.5 to 2.5 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 Kelpie vs Schipperke vs Pocket Pitbull weight gain potential comparison:	Low to Average: The Australian Kelpie has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	High: The Schipperke breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	Low to Average: The Pocket Pitbull has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.
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Australian Kelpie vs Schipperke vs Pocket Pitbull Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Australian Kelpie vs Schipperke vs Pocket Pitbull coat comparison:	Double	Fluffy Soft Thick	Fine Dense Rough Smooth
Colors What are the original Australian Kelpie, Schipperke and Pocket Pitbull color?	Black Tan Red Blue Brown Fawn Chocolate	Black Tan Blue Cream Brown Apricot	Black Gray Tan Red Blue White Brown Yellow Golden
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Australian Kelpie or Schipperke or Pocket Pitbull? Australian Kelpie vs Schipperke vs Pocket Pitbull grooming comparison:	Effortless: The Australian Kelpie requires minimal grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The Schipperke doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The Pocket Pitbull doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Australian Kelpie or Schipperke or Pocket Pitbull? Australian Kelpie or Schipperke or {name3 shedding:	Australian Kelpie dogs shed moderately. See more.	Schipperke dogs shed moderately. See more.	Pocket Pitbull 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 Kelpie or Schipperke or Pocket Pitbull?	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.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. 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 Kelpie vs Schipperke vs Pocket Pitbull 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 Kelpie vs Schipperke vs Pocket Pitbull?	Medium ⏺ The Australian Kelpie has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Schipperke has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Pocket Pitbull 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. See more.	The Schipperke is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Pocket Pitbull is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Australian Kelpie vs Schipperke vs Pocket Pitbull Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Australian Kelpie dogs are generally with other pets.	Schipperke dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Pocket Pitbull dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Australian Kelpie or Schipperke or Pocket Pitbull? Which dog is more friendly?	Australian Kelpie dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Schipperke dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Pocket Pitbull dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Australian Kelpie or Schipperke or Pocket Pitbull?	Australian Kelpie dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Schipperke dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Pocket Pitbull dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Australian Kelpie or Schipperke or Pocket Pitbull?	Australian Kelpie dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Schipperke dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Pocket Pitbull dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Australian Kelpie or Schipperke or Pocket Pitbull?	Australian Kelpie dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Schipperke dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Pocket Pitbull dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Australian Kelpie vs Schipperke vs Pocket Pitbull?	Yes Australian Kelpie dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Schipperke dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Pocket Pitbull 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 Schipperke is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Pocket Pitbull 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.	Schipperkes are usually recommended for elderly people.	Pocket Pitbulls are usually recommended for elderly people.

Australian Kelpie vs Schipperke vs Pocket Pitbull 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 Kelpie or Schipperke or Pocket Pitbull? 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.	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.	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: Australian Kelpie vs Schipperke vs Pocket Pitbull?	Not really Australian Kelpie breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Yes Schipperke breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Not really Pocket Pitbull 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.

Australian Kelpie vs Schipperke vs Pocket Pitbull 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 Kelpie and Schipperke and Pocket Pitbull have?	4-7 puppies	3-7 puppies	5-8 puppies
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Australian Kelpie vs Schipperke vs Pocket Pitbull Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1904 as a Non-Sporting breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
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.	Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section.	Not recognized by FCI.
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	No data available

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