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Name	Australian Shepherd	Barbet	Plott Hound
Origins	United States	France	United States
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Group	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Gun Dog	Hunting Dogs
Popularity Rank	17	404	166
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Little Blue Dog Aussie	French Water Dog	Plott Plotthund
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Australian Shepherd vs Barbet vs Plott Hound breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Australian Shepherd vs Barbet vs Plott Hound Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Australian Shepherd or Barbet or Plott Hound? Which is the smallest dog, Australian Shepherd or Barbet or Plott Hound?	Large	Large Medium	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Australian Shepherd or Barbet or Barbet? Australian Shepherd vs Barbet vs Plott Hound weight comparison:	Male: 50-65 pounds (25-29 kg), Female: 40-55 pounds (18-25 kg)	37–62 pounds (17–28 kg )	40-75 pounds (18-34 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 57.5 pounds (27 kg), Female: 47.5 pounds (21.5 kg)	37–62 pounds (17–28 kg )	57.5 pounds (26 kg)
Height Which is taller, Australian Shepherd or Barbet or Plott Hound? Australian Shepherd vs Barbet vs Plott Hound height comparison:	Male: 20-23 inches (52-58cm), Female: 18-21 inches (46–53 cm)	Male: 23–26 inches (58–65 cm), Female: 21–24 inches (53–61 cm)	20-25 inches (51-63 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 21.5 inches (55 cm), Female: 19.5 inches (46–53 cm)	Male: 23–26 inches (58–65 cm), Female: 21–24 inches (53–61 cm)	Male: 23 inches (58,5 cm), Female: 22 inches (56 cm)

Australian Shepherd vs Barbet vs Plott Hound Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Australian Shepherd or Barbet or Plott Hound? Which is more expensive?	$600-$800	$600-$1000	$300-$500
Availability Which is easier to get, Australian Shepherd or Barbet or Plott Hound?	Very frequent: The Australian Shepherd is quite easy to get.	Average: The Barbet is a commonly available dog breed.	Frequent: The Plott Hound is easier than average to get.

Australian Shepherd vs Barbet vs Plott Hound Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Australian Shepherd vs Barbet vs Plott Hound intelligence:	Smart: The Australian Shepherd dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.
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Trainability Australian Shepherd vs Barbet vs Plott Hound trainability comparison.	Australian Shepherd dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Barbet dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Plott Hound dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Australian Shepherd or Barbet or Plott Hound?	Australian Shepherd dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Barbet dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Plott Hound dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Australian Shepherd or Barbet or Plott Hound? 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. See more.	Barbet dogs are average defenders. See more.	Plott Hound dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Australian Shepherd vs Barbet vs Plott Hound Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Australian Shepherd or Barbet or Plott Hound? Australian Shepherd vs Barbet vs Plott Hound behavior/temperament comparison:	Active Loving Protective Intelligent Friendly Affectionate Good-natured	Intelligent Obedient Joyful Companionable Cheerful	Alert Courageous Loyal Bold
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. See more.	Barbet dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Australian Shepherd vs Barbet vs Plott Hound?	Average to High: Australian Shepherd dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	High: Barbet dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average: Plott Hound dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.
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Social Needs Australian Shepherd vs Barbet vs Plott Hound social needs comparison:	Australian Shepherd dogs are a social breed. See more.	Barbet dogs are a social breed. See more.	Plott Hound dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Australian Shepherd dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.	Barbet dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Plott Hound 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 Shepherd dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Barbet 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.	Plott Hound 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 Shepherd vs Barbet vs Plott Hound Activity and Playfulness Comparison

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

Australian Shepherd vs Barbet vs Plott Hound 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: Barbet dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Average: Plott Hound dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Australian Shepherd or Barbet or Plott Hound?	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.	Barbet 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.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Australian Shepherd vs Barbet vs Plott Hound Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Australian Shepherd vs Barbet vs Plott Hound Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Australian Shepherd vs Barbet vs Plott Hound health comparison. Which is the healthier: Australian Shepherd vs Barbet vs Plott Hound?	The Australian Shepherd is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Barbets tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	Plott Hounds tend to have a lot and frequent health issues.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Australian Shepherd vs Barbet vs Plott Hound? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Australian Shepherd vs Barbet vs Plott Hound 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 Epilepsy Entropion Ear Infections Elbow Dysplasia Hernia Overbite Underbite	No data available
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.	Frequent The Barbet should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Frequent The Plott Hound should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
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Life Expectancy Australian Shepherd vs Barbet vs Plott Hound lifespan comparison. How long do Australian Shepherd, Barbet and Plott Hound breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	11-15 years The average lifespan of Australian Shepherd: 13 years	13-15 years The average lifespan of Barbet: 14 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Plott Hound: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Australian Shepherd vs Barbet vs Plott Hound?	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. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Barbet 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.

Australian Shepherd vs Barbet vs Plott Hound Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Australian Shepherd vs Barbet vs Plott Hound Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Australian Shepherd or Barbet or Plott Hound?	1.5 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	3 to 5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, divided into two meals.	2.5 to 3.5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, 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 Shepherd vs Barbet vs Plott Hound weight gain potential comparison:	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Australian Shepherd's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average: The Barbet has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Plott Hound has an average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Australian Shepherd vs Barbet vs Plott Hound Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Australian Shepherd vs Barbet vs Plott Hound coat comparison:	Feathered	Waterproof	Fine
Colors What are the original Australian Shepherd, Barbet and Plott Hound color?	Black Red Blue Merle	Black Gray White Brown Fawn	Black Tan Red Blue Brown
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Australian Shepherd or Barbet or Plott Hound? Australian Shepherd vs Barbet vs Plott Hound grooming comparison:	Average: The Australian Shepherd requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The Barbet requires average grooming effort. See more.	Effortless: The Plott Hound requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Australian Shepherd or Barbet or Plott Hound? Australian Shepherd or Barbet or {name3 shedding:	Australian Shepherd dogs shed moderately. See more.	Barbet dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Plott Hound dogs shed none to minimal. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Australian Shepherd or Barbet or Plott Hound?	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. 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 Shepherd vs Barbet vs Plott Hound hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	Yes See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Australian Shepherd vs Barbet vs Plott Hound?	Medium ⏺ The Australian Shepherd has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Barbet has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Plott Hound 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. See more.	The Barbet is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Plott Hound 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 Shepherd vs Barbet vs Plott Hound Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Australian Shepherd dogs are generally with other pets.	Barbet dogs are generally with other pets.	Plott Hound dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Australian Shepherd or Barbet or Plott Hound? Which dog is more friendly?	Australian Shepherd dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Barbet dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Plott Hound dogs are not the most 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 Shepherd or Barbet or Plott Hound?	Australian Shepherd dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Barbet dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Plott Hound dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Australian Shepherd or Barbet or Plott Hound?	Australian Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Barbet dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Plott Hound 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 Shepherd or Barbet or Plott Hound?	Australian Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Barbet dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Plott Hound dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Australian Shepherd vs Barbet vs Plott Hound?	Yes Australian Shepherd dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Barbet dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Plott Hound 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.	Yes Barbet is one of the best dog breeds for office environment	No Plott Hound 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.	Barbets are usually recommended for elderly people.	Plott Hounds are usually recommended for elderly people.

Australian Shepherd vs Barbet vs Plott Hound 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 Shepherd or Barbet or Plott Hound? 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.	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 Barbet vs Plott Hound?	Not really Australian Shepherd breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Yes Barbet breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Not really Plott Hound 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 Shepherd vs Barbet vs Plott Hound 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 Shepherd and Barbet and Plott Hound have?	6-9 puppies, average 7	4-6 puppies	6-10 puppies
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Australian Shepherd vs Barbet vs Plott Hound 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 as a Miscellaneous breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2006 as a Hound 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.	Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Water Dogs section.	Not recognized by FCI.
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 Kennel Club Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Continental Kennel Club United Kennel Club	No data available

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