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Name	Australian Shepherd	Rhodesian Ridgeback	Portuguese Water Dog
Origins	United States	Zimbabwe	Portugal
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Group	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Hunting Dogs	Working Dogs
Popularity Rank	17	41	54
Reviews	7	6	5
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Little Blue Dog Aussie	African Lion Hound African Lion Dog	Cao De Agua Portie Water Dog
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Australian Shepherd vs Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Portuguese Water Dog breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Australian Shepherd vs Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Portuguese Water Dog Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Australian Shepherd or Rhodesian Ridgeback or Portuguese Water Dog? Which is the smallest dog, Australian Shepherd or Rhodesian Ridgeback or Portuguese Water Dog?	Large	Large	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Australian Shepherd or Rhodesian Ridgeback or Rhodesian Ridgeback? Australian Shepherd vs Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Portuguese Water Dog weight comparison:	Male: 50-65 pounds (25-29 kg), Female: 40-55 pounds (18-25 kg)	Male: 80-90 pounds (36-41 kg), Female: 65-75 pounds (29-34 kg)	Male: 42-55 pounds (19-25 kg), Female: 35-49 pounds (16-22 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 57.5 pounds (27 kg), Female: 47.5 pounds (21.5 kg)	Male: 85 pounds (38.5 kg), Female: 70 pounds (31.5 kg)	Male: 48.5 pounds (22 kg), Female: 42 pounds (19 kg)
Height Which is taller, Australian Shepherd or Rhodesian Ridgeback or Portuguese Water Dog? Australian Shepherd vs Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Portuguese Water Dog height comparison:	Male: 20-23 inches (52-58cm), Female: 18-21 inches (46–53 cm)	Male: 25-27 inches (63-69 cm), Female: 24-26 inches (61-66 cm)	Male: 20-22 inches (50-57 cm), Female: 17-20 inches (43-52 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: 26 inches (66 cm), Female: 25 inches (63.5 cm)	Male: 21 inches (53.5 cm), Female: 18.5 inches (47.5 cm)

Australian Shepherd vs Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Portuguese Water Dog Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Australian Shepherd or Rhodesian Ridgeback or Portuguese Water Dog? Which is more expensive?	$600-$800	$900-$1200	$2500-$2800
Availability Which is easier to get, Australian Shepherd or Rhodesian Ridgeback or Portuguese Water Dog?	Very frequent: The Australian Shepherd is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Rhodesian Ridgeback is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Portuguese Water Dog is quite easy to get.

Australian Shepherd vs Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Portuguese Water Dog Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Australian Shepherd vs Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Portuguese Water Dog 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.	Smart: The Portuguese Water Dog dogs have great intelligence. See more.
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Trainability Australian Shepherd vs Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Portuguese Water Dog trainability comparison.	Australian Shepherd dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Portuguese Water Dog dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Australian Shepherd or Rhodesian Ridgeback or Portuguese Water Dog?	Australian Shepherd dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Portuguese Water Dog dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Australian Shepherd or Rhodesian Ridgeback or Portuguese Water Dog? 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.	Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Portuguese Water Dog dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Australian Shepherd vs Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Portuguese Water Dog Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Australian Shepherd or Rhodesian Ridgeback or Portuguese Water Dog? Australian Shepherd vs Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Portuguese Water Dog behavior/temperament comparison:	Active Loving Protective Intelligent Friendly Affectionate Good-natured	Dignified Sensitive Intelligent Loyal Strong Willed Mischievous	Intelligent Docile Obedient Brave Impetuous Quarrelsome
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.	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.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Australian Shepherd vs Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Portuguese Water Dog?	Average to High: Australian Shepherd dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	High: Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Portuguese Water Dog dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Australian Shepherd vs Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Portuguese Water Dog social needs comparison:	Australian Shepherd dogs are a social breed. See more.	Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs are a social breed. See more.	Portuguese Water Dog dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Australian Shepherd dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.	Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	Portuguese Water Dog dogs have average wanderlust potential. 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.	Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Portuguese Water 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. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Australian Shepherd vs Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Portuguese Water Dog Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Australian Shepherd vs Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Portuguese Water Dog playfulness comparison:	The Australian Shepherd is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Rhodesian Ridgeback is a playful breed. See more.	The Portuguese Water Dog is a playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Australian Shepherd vs Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Portuguese Water Dog?	Low to Average: The Australian Shepherd rarely barks. See more.	Low to Average: The Rhodesian Ridgeback rarely barks. See more.	Low to Average: The Portuguese Water Dog rarely barks. 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 Rhodesian Ridgeback or Portuguese Water Dog?	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 Rhodesian Ridgeback indoors.	Apartment-friendly dog the Portuguese Water Dog breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Australian Shepherd vs Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Portuguese Water Dog 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.	Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Portuguese Water Dog dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Australian Shepherd or Rhodesian Ridgeback or Portuguese Water Dog?	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.	Rhodesian Ridgeback 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.	Portuguese Water Dog dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Australian Shepherd vs Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Portuguese Water Dog Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Australian Shepherd vs Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Portuguese Water Dog Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Australian Shepherd vs Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Portuguese Water Dog health comparison. Which is the healthier: Australian Shepherd vs Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Portuguese Water Dog?	The Australian Shepherd is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Rhodesian Ridgeback is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Portuguese Water Dog is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Australian Shepherd vs Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Portuguese Water Dog? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Australian Shepherd vs Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Portuguese Water Dog 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	Hip Dysplasia Dermoid Sinus Elbow Dysplasia	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Entropion Ectropion Distichiasis Persistent Pupillary Membranes Addison's Disease Megaesophagus Irritable Bowel Disease (ibd) Abnormally Small Eyes GM-1 Storage Disease Juvenile Dilated Cardiomyopathy Gastrointestinal Diseases Colitis Hemorrhagic Gastroenteritis Lymphangiectasia
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 Rhodesian Ridgeback should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Portuguese Water Dog should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy Australian Shepherd vs Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Portuguese Water Dog lifespan comparison. How long do Australian Shepherd, Rhodesian Ridgeback and Portuguese Water Dog breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	11-15 years The average lifespan of Australian Shepherd: 13 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Rhodesian Ridgeback: 11 years	10-14 years The average lifespan of Portuguese Water Dog: 12 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Australian Shepherd vs Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Portuguese Water Dog?	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.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Portuguese Water Dog can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Australian Shepherd vs Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Portuguese Water Dog Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Australian Shepherd vs Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Portuguese Water Dog Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Australian Shepherd or Rhodesian Ridgeback or Portuguese Water Dog?	1.5 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	Recommended daily amount: 2 3/4 to 4 3/8 cups of a high-quality daily, divided into two meals.	2 to 2.5 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
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Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Australian Shepherd vs Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Portuguese Water Dog 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 Rhodesian Ridgeback has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Portuguese Water Dog has an average risk for obesity. See more.
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Australian Shepherd vs Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Portuguese Water Dog Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Australian Shepherd vs Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Portuguese Water Dog coat comparison:	Feathered	Dense	Curly
Colors What are the original Australian Shepherd, Rhodesian Ridgeback and Portuguese Water Dog color?	Black Red Blue Merle	Gray Red White Golden Wheaten Copper	Black White Brown
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Australian Shepherd or Rhodesian Ridgeback or Portuguese Water Dog? Australian Shepherd vs Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Portuguese Water Dog grooming comparison:	Average: The Australian Shepherd requires average grooming effort. See more.	Effortless: The Rhodesian Ridgeback requires minimal grooming. See more.	Average: The Portuguese Water Dog requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Australian Shepherd or Rhodesian Ridgeback or Portuguese Water Dog? Australian Shepherd or Rhodesian Ridgeback or {name3 shedding:	Australian Shepherd dogs shed moderately. See more.	Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Portuguese Water Dog 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 Rhodesian Ridgeback or Portuguese Water Dog?	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Hypoallergenic Australian Shepherd vs Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Portuguese Water Dog hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	Yes See more.
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Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Australian Shepherd vs Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Portuguese Water Dog?	Medium ⏺ The Australian Shepherd has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Rhodesian Ridgeback has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Portuguese Water Dog has a low 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 Rhodesian Ridgeback is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Portuguese Water Dog is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Australian Shepherd vs Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Portuguese Water Dog Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Australian Shepherd dogs are generally with other pets.	Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.	Portuguese Water Dog dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Australian Shepherd or Rhodesian Ridgeback or Portuguese Water Dog? Which dog is more friendly?	Australian Shepherd dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Portuguese Water Dog 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 Shepherd or Rhodesian Ridgeback or Portuguese Water Dog?	Australian Shepherd dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Portuguese Water Dog dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Australian Shepherd or Rhodesian Ridgeback or Portuguese Water Dog?	Australian Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Portuguese Water Dog dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Australian Shepherd or Rhodesian Ridgeback or Portuguese Water Dog?	Australian Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Portuguese Water Dog dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Australian Shepherd vs Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Portuguese Water Dog?	Yes Australian Shepherd dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Portuguese Water Dog 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 Rhodesian Ridgeback is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Portuguese Water Dog 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.	Rhodesian Ridgebacks are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Portuguese Water Dogs are usually recommended for elderly people.

Australian Shepherd vs Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Portuguese Water Dog 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 Rhodesian Ridgeback or Portuguese Water Dog? 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 Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Portuguese Water Dog?	Not really Australian Shepherd breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Rhodesian Ridgeback breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Yes Portuguese Water Dog breed usually likes 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.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Australian Shepherd vs Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Portuguese Water Dog 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 Rhodesian Ridgeback and Portuguese Water Dog have?	6-9 puppies, average 7	6-8 puppies	4-8 puppies
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Australian Shepherd vs Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Portuguese Water Dog 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 1955 as a Hound breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1983 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 Scent hounds and related breeds group, in the Related breeds section.	Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Water Dogs 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 Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club Rhodesian Ridgeback Club Of The US	American Kennel Club Canadian Kennel Club Federation Cynologique Internationale Australian National Kennel Council New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club The Kennel Club

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