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Australian Shepherd vs American Eskimo Dog vs Japanese Spitz Comparison - Dog breed selector: Little Blue Dog or American Spitz or Nihon Supittsu? Find the right dog for you

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Name Australian Shepherd American Eskimo Dog Japanese Spitz
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Little Blue Dog
Aussie
American Spitz
Eskie
Eskimo Spitz
Nihon Supittsu
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Australian Shepherd vs American Eskimo Dog vs Japanese Spitz breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Australian Shepherd vs American Eskimo Dog vs Japanese Spitz Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Australian Shepherd or American Eskimo Dog or Japanese Spitz? Which is the smallest dog, Australian Shepherd or American Eskimo Dog or Japanese Spitz?
Large Medium Small
Weight
Which is heavier, Australian Shepherd or American Eskimo Dog or American Eskimo Dog? Australian Shepherd vs American Eskimo Dog vs Japanese Spitz weight comparison:
Male: 50-65 pounds (25-29 kg), Female: 40-55 pounds (18-25 kg) Toy: 6-10 pounds (3-5 kg)Standard: 18-35 pounds (8-16 kg), Miniature: 10-17 pounds (5-8 kg) 11-20 pounds (5-10 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 57.5 pounds (27 kg), Female: 47.5 pounds (21.5 kg) Toy: 8 pounds (4 kg)Standard: 26.5 pounds (12 kg), Miniature: 13.5 pounds (6.5 kg) 15.5 pounds (7.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Australian Shepherd or American Eskimo Dog or Japanese Spitz? Australian Shepherd vs American Eskimo Dog vs Japanese Spitz height comparison:
Male: 20-23 inches (52-58cm), Female: 18-21 inches (46–53 cm) Toy: 9-12 inches (22-30 cm)Standard: 15-20 inches (49-50 cm), Miniature: 12-15 inches (30-40 cm) 12-15 inches (30-38 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 21.5 inches (55 cm), Female: 19.5 inches (46–53 cm) Toy: 10.5 inches (26 cm)Standard: 17.5 inches (49.5 cm), Miniature: 13.5 inches (35 cm) 13.5 inches (34 cm)

Australian Shepherd vs American Eskimo Dog vs Japanese Spitz Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Australian Shepherd or American Eskimo Dog or Japanese Spitz? Which is more expensive?
$600-$800 $600-$800 $500-$800
Availability
Which is easier to get, Australian Shepherd or American Eskimo Dog or Japanese Spitz?
Very frequent: The Australian Shepherd is quite easy to get.
Frequent: The American Eskimo Dog is easier than average to get.
Average: The Japanese Spitz is a commonly available dog breed.

Australian Shepherd vs American Eskimo Dog vs Japanese Spitz Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Australian Shepherd vs American Eskimo Dog vs Japanese Spitz intelligence:
Smart: The Australian Shepherd dogs have great intelligence.
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Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Trainability
Australian Shepherd vs American Eskimo Dog vs Japanese Spitz trainability comparison.
Australian Shepherd dogs are very easy to train.
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American Eskimo Dog dogs are easy to train.
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Japanese Spitz dogs are quite easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Australian Shepherd or American Eskimo Dog or Japanese Spitz?
Australian Shepherd dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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American Eskimo Dog dogs are good watchdogs.
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Japanese Spitz dogs are average watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Australian Shepherd or American Eskimo Dog or Japanese Spitz? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Australian Shepherd dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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American Eskimo Dog dogs are average defenders.
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Japanese Spitz dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Australian Shepherd vs American Eskimo Dog vs Japanese Spitz Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Australian Shepherd or American Eskimo Dog or Japanese Spitz? Australian Shepherd vs American Eskimo Dog vs Japanese Spitz behavior/temperament comparison:
Active
Loving
Protective
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Good-natured
Independent
Energetic
Protective
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Playful
Intelligent
Affectionate
Loyal
Proud
Companionable
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
Sensitive: Australian Shepherd dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Japanese Spitz dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Australian Shepherd vs American Eskimo Dog vs Japanese Spitz?
Average to High: Australian Shepherd dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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High: American Eskimo Dog dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Japanese Spitz dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Australian Shepherd vs American Eskimo Dog vs Japanese Spitz social needs comparison:
Australian Shepherd dogs are a social breed.
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American Eskimo Dog dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Japanese Spitz dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Australian Shepherd dogs are not the biggest explorers.
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American Eskimo Dog dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Japanese Spitz dogs tend to escape less than other breeds.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Australian Shepherd dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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American Eskimo Dog 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.
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Japanese Spitz dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals.
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Australian Shepherd vs American Eskimo Dog vs Japanese Spitz Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Australian Shepherd vs American Eskimo Dog vs Japanese Spitz playfulness comparison:
The Australian Shepherd is a highly playful breed.
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The American Eskimo Dog is a highly playful breed.
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The Japanese Spitz is a highly playful breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Australian Shepherd vs American Eskimo Dog vs Japanese Spitz?
Low to Average: The Australian Shepherd rarely barks.
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A lot: American Eskimo Dog is a particularly loud breed.
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A lot: Japanese Spitz is a particularly loud breed.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Australian Shepherd or American Eskimo Dog or Japanese Spitz?
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 Australian Shepherd indoors.
Very house-friendly dog the American Eskimo Dog breed.
Very house-friendly dog the Japanese Spitz breed.

Australian Shepherd vs American Eskimo Dog vs Japanese Spitz Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
Australian Shepherd dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Average: American Eskimo Dog dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Japanese Spitz dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Australian Shepherd or American Eskimo Dog or Japanese Spitz?
Australian Shepherd 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.
American Eskimo Dog dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
Japanese Spitz dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Australian Shepherd vs American Eskimo Dog vs Japanese Spitz Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Australian Shepherd or American Eskimo Dog or Japanese Spitz?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Australian Shepherd bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

American Eskimo Dog bite force: Ordinary.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Japanese Spitz bite force: Weak.
Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:

Low 🔽

The Australian Shepherd has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The American Eskimo Dog has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Japanese Spitz has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Australian Shepherd vs American Eskimo Dog vs Japanese Spitz mouthiness comparison:
Australian Shepherd dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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American Eskimo Dog dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Japanese Spitz dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Australian Shepherd vs American Eskimo Dog vs Japanese Spitz Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Australian Shepherd vs American Eskimo Dog vs Japanese Spitz health comparison. Which is the healthier: Australian Shepherd vs American Eskimo Dog vs Japanese Spitz?
The Australian Shepherd is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The American Eskimo Dog is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The Japanese Spitz is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Australian Shepherd vs American Eskimo Dog vs Japanese Spitz? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Australian Shepherd vs American Eskimo Dog vs Japanese Spitz health problems comparison:
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Cancer
Hypothyroidism
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Epilepsy
Deafness
Drug Sensitivity
Elbow Dysplasia
Distichiasis
Collie Eye Anomaly
Detached Retina
Nasal Solar Dermatitis
Osteochondrosis Dissecans
Persistent Pupillary Membranes
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Legg-perthes Disease
Patellar Luxation
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Diabetes
Patellar Luxation
Runny Eyes
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Average
The Australian Shepherd should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Average
The American Eskimo Dog should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Average
The Japanese Spitz should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Life Expectancy
Australian Shepherd vs American Eskimo Dog vs Japanese Spitz lifespan comparison. How long do Australian Shepherd, American Eskimo Dog and Japanese Spitz breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Australian Shepherd: 13 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of American Eskimo Dog: 13 years
10-16 years
The average lifespan of Japanese Spitz: 13 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Australian Shepherd vs American Eskimo Dog vs Japanese Spitz?
Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Australian Shepherd can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Prefers cold weather
The American Eskimo Dog can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog.
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Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Japanese Spitz can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Australian Shepherd vs American Eskimo Dog vs Japanese Spitz Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Australian Shepherd or American Eskimo Dog or Japanese Spitz? Australian Shepherd vs American Eskimo Dog vs Japanese Spitz energy level comparison:
Australian Shepherd dogs are high-energy dogs.
American Eskimo Dog dogs are high-energy dogs.
Japanese Spitz dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Australian Shepherd vs American Eskimo Dog vs Japanese Spitz exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Australian Shepherd or American Eskimo Dog or Japanese Spitz? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Australian Shepherd dogs need a lot of exercises.
American Eskimo Dog dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Japanese Spitz dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Australian Shepherd or American Eskimo Dog or Japanese Spitz?
Australian Shepherd dogs don't need too much sleep.
American Eskimo Dog dogs don't need too much sleep.
Japanese Spitz dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.

Australian Shepherd vs American Eskimo Dog vs Japanese Spitz Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Australian Shepherd or American Eskimo Dog or Japanese Spitz?
1.5 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 1/2 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 1/2 to 1 cup dry food a day.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Australian Shepherd vs American Eskimo Dog vs Japanese Spitz weight gain potential comparison:
Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Australian Shepherd's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the American Eskimo Dog's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Low to Average: The Japanese Spitz has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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Australian Shepherd vs American Eskimo Dog vs Japanese Spitz Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Australian Shepherd vs American Eskimo Dog vs Japanese Spitz coat comparison:
Feathered Fluffy Thick
Colors
What are the original Australian Shepherd, American Eskimo Dog and Japanese Spitz color?
Black
Red
Blue
Merle
White
Biscuit
White
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Australian Shepherd or American Eskimo Dog or Japanese Spitz? Australian Shepherd vs American Eskimo Dog vs Japanese Spitz grooming comparison:
Average: The Australian Shepherd requires average grooming effort.
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Average: The American Eskimo Dog requires average grooming effort.
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Advanced: The Japanese Spitz requires a lot of grooming.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Australian Shepherd or American Eskimo Dog or Japanese Spitz? Australian Shepherd or American Eskimo Dog or {name3 shedding:
Australian Shepherd dogs shed moderately.
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American Eskimo Dog dogs are heavy shedders.
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Japanese Spitz dogs shed moderately.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Australian Shepherd or American Eskimo Dog or Japanese Spitz?
6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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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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6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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Hypoallergenic
Australian Shepherd vs American Eskimo Dog vs Japanese Spitz 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 Shepherd vs American Eskimo Dog vs Japanese Spitz?

Medium

The Australian Shepherd has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The American Eskimo Dog has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Japanese Spitz has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?
The Australian Shepherd is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The American Eskimo Dog is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Japanese Spitz is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Australian Shepherd vs American Eskimo Dog vs Japanese Spitz Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Australian Shepherd dogs are generally with other pets.
American Eskimo Dog dogs are generally with other pets.
Japanese Spitz dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Australian Shepherd or American Eskimo Dog or Japanese Spitz? Which dog is more friendly?
Australian Shepherd dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
American Eskimo Dog dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Japanese Spitz dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Australian Shepherd or American Eskimo Dog or Japanese Spitz?
Australian Shepherd dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
American Eskimo Dog dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Japanese Spitz dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Australian Shepherd or American Eskimo Dog or Japanese Spitz?
Australian Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards cats.
American Eskimo Dog dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Japanese Spitz dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Australian Shepherd or American Eskimo Dog or Japanese Spitz?
Australian Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
American Eskimo Dog dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Japanese Spitz dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Australian Shepherd vs American Eskimo Dog vs Japanese Spitz?
Yes
Australian Shepherd dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
American Eskimo Dog dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Japanese Spitz dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
Australian Shepherd is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
American Eskimo Dog is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Japanese Spitz is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
Australian Shepherds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
American Eskimo Dogs are usually recommended for elderly people.
Japanese Spitzs are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Australian Shepherd vs American Eskimo Dog vs Japanese Spitz 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 Shepherd or American Eskimo Dog or Japanese Spitz? 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.

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: Australian Shepherd vs American Eskimo Dog vs Japanese Spitz?

Not really

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

American Eskimo Dog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Japanese Spitz 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 Shepherd vs American Eskimo Dog vs Japanese Spitz 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 Shepherd and American Eskimo Dog and Japanese Spitz have?
6-9 puppies, average 7 4-6 puppies 1-6 puppies

Australian Shepherd vs American Eskimo Dog vs Japanese Spitz Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1991 as a Herding breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1994 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. Not recognized by FCI. Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Asian Spitz and related breeds section.
Breed Recognition
What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?
American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Dog Registry of America Inc.
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
Australian Shepherd Club Of America
American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Dog Registry of America Inc.
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
American Canine Registry
America's Pet Registry
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
American Canine Association, Inc.
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club

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