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Beagle vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Australian Cattle Dog Comparison - Dog breed selector: English Beagle or Pit or Blue Heeler? Find the right dog for you

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Name Beagle American Pit Bull Terrier Australian Cattle Dog
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Group Hunting Dogs Hunting Dogs Pastoral / Herding Dogs
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
English Beagle Pit
Pit Bull
Pitbull
Pitty
APBT
Blue Heeler
Cattle Dog
Red Heeler
Queensland Heeler
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Beagle vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Australian Cattle Dog breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Beagle vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Australian Cattle Dog Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Beagle or American Pit Bull Terrier or Australian Cattle Dog? Which is the smallest dog, Beagle or American Pit Bull Terrier or Australian Cattle Dog?
Small Medium Medium
Weight
Which is heavier, Beagle or American Pit Bull Terrier or American Pit Bull Terrier? Beagle vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Australian Cattle Dog weight comparison:
Male: 22-25 pounds (10-11 kg), Female: 20-23 pounds (9-10 kg) 22-78 pounds (10-35 kg) 30-62 pounds (13-28 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 23.5 pounds (10.5 kg), Female: 21.5 pounds (9.5 kg) 50 pounds (22.5 kg) 46 pounds (20.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Beagle or American Pit Bull Terrier or Australian Cattle Dog? Beagle vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Australian Cattle Dog height comparison:
Male: 14-16 inches (36-41 cm), Female: 13-15 inches (33-38 cm) 14-24 inches (35-60 cm) Male: 17-20 inches (43-51 cm), Female: 17-19 inches (43-48 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 15 inches (38.5 cm), Female: 14 inches (35.5 cm) 19 inches (47.5 cm) Male: 18.5 inches (47 cm), Female: 18 inches (45.5 cm)

Beagle vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Australian Cattle Dog Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Beagle or American Pit Bull Terrier or Australian Cattle Dog? Which is more expensive?
$500-$800 $500-$700 $500-$700
Availability
Which is easier to get, Beagle or American Pit Bull Terrier or Australian Cattle Dog?
Very frequent: The Beagle is quite easy to get.
Average: The American Pit Bull Terrier is a commonly available dog breed.
Very frequent: The Australian Cattle Dog is quite easy to get.

Beagle vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Australian Cattle Dog Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Beagle vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Australian Cattle Dog intelligence:
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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Outstanding: Australian Cattle Dog is one of the brightest dog breeds.
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Trainability
Beagle vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Australian Cattle Dog trainability comparison.
Beagle dogs are easy to train.
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American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are easy to train.
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Australian Cattle Dog dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Beagle or American Pit Bull Terrier or Australian Cattle Dog?
Beagle dogs are not the best choice if you want a good watchdog.
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American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are average watchdogs.
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Australian Cattle Dog dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Beagle or American Pit Bull Terrier or Australian Cattle Dog? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Beagle dogs can't provide protection for their territory.
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American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are average defenders.
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Australian Cattle Dog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Beagle vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Australian Cattle Dog Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Beagle or American Pit Bull Terrier or Australian Cattle Dog? Beagle vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Australian Cattle Dog behavior/temperament comparison:
Loving
Independent
Intelligent
Friendly
Lively
Gentle
Sweet
Stubborn
Clownish
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Obedient
Loyal
Strong
Willed
Aggressive
Energetic
Protective
Alert
Intelligent
Responsive
Loyal
Aggressive
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Beagle vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Australian Cattle Dog?
High: Beagle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Average: Australian Cattle Dog dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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Social Needs
Beagle vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Australian Cattle Dog social needs comparison:
Beagle dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are a social breed.
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Australian Cattle Dog dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Beagle dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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The wanderlust potential of the American Pit Bull Terrier is strong enough to escape from home.
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The wanderlust potential of the Australian Cattle Dog is strong enough to escape from home.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Beagle dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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American Pit Bull Terrier 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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Australian Cattle Dog dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Beagle vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Australian Cattle Dog Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Beagle vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Australian Cattle Dog playfulness comparison:
The Beagle is a highly playful breed.
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The American Pit Bull Terrier is a playful breed.
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The Australian Cattle Dog is a highly playful breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Beagle vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Australian Cattle Dog?
A lot: Beagle is a particularly loud breed.
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Average: The American Pit Bull Terrier barks occasionally.
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Low to Average: The Australian Cattle Dog rarely barks.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Beagle or American Pit Bull Terrier or Australian Cattle Dog?
It is not recommended to keep the Beagle breed in the home.
It is not recommended to keep the American Pit Bull Terrier breed in the home.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Australian Cattle Dog breed.

Beagle vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Australian Cattle Dog Adaptability and Independence Comparison

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

Beagle vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Australian Cattle Dog Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Beagle or American Pit Bull Terrier or Australian Cattle Dog?

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Beagle bite force: Weak.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

American Pit Bull Terrier bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Australian Cattle Dog bite force: Ordinary.
Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:

Low 🔽

The Beagle has a low chance of biting somebody.

High 🔼

The American Pit Bull Terrier has a high chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Australian Cattle Dog has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Beagle vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Australian Cattle Dog mouthiness comparison:
Beagle dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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American Pit Bull Terrier dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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Australian Cattle Dog dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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Beagle vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Australian Cattle Dog Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Beagle vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Australian Cattle Dog health comparison. Which is the healthier: Beagle vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Australian Cattle Dog?
The Beagle is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
American Pit Bull Terriers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
The Australian Cattle Dog 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: Beagle vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Australian Cattle Dog? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Beagle vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Australian Cattle Dog health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Patellar Luxation
Hypothyroidism
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Epilepsy
Intervertebral Disk Disease
Cherry Eye
Distichiasis
Glaucoma
Beagle Dwarfism
Chinese Beagle Syndrome
Hip Dysplasia
Demodectic Mange
Skin Allergies
Hip Dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Deafness
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Average
The Beagle should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Frequent
The American Pit Bull Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Average
The Australian Cattle Dog should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Life Expectancy
Beagle vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Australian Cattle Dog lifespan comparison. How long do Beagle, American Pit Bull Terrier and Australian Cattle Dog breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Beagle: 13 years
10-14 years
The average lifespan of American Pit Bull Terrier: 12 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Australian Cattle Dog: 13 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Beagle vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Australian Cattle Dog?
Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
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Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
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Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Australian Cattle Dog can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Beagle vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Australian Cattle Dog Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Beagle or American Pit Bull Terrier or Australian Cattle Dog? Beagle vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Australian Cattle Dog energy level comparison:
Beagle dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
American Pit Bull Terrier dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Australian Cattle Dog dogs are high-energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Beagle vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Australian Cattle Dog exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Beagle or American Pit Bull Terrier or Australian Cattle Dog? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Beagle dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
American Pit Bull Terrier dogs have an average exercise need.
Australian Cattle Dog dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Beagle or American Pit Bull Terrier or Australian Cattle Dog?
Beagle dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Australian Cattle Dog dogs don't need too much sleep.

Beagle vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Australian Cattle Dog Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Beagle or American Pit Bull Terrier or Australian Cattle Dog?
0.5 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. Recommended daily amount: 1.5 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 1.5 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Beagle vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Australian Cattle Dog weight gain potential comparison:
High: The Beagle breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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Average: The American Pit Bull Terrier has an average risk for obesity.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Australian Cattle Dog's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Beagle vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Australian Cattle Dog Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Beagle vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Australian Cattle Dog coat comparison:
Dense Fine Dense
Colors
What are the original Beagle, American Pit Bull Terrier and Australian Cattle Dog color?
Black
Tan
Red
White
Tricolor
Black
Gray
Tan
Red
Blue
White
Brown
Yellow
Red
Blue
Speckled
Mottled
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Beagle or American Pit Bull Terrier or Australian Cattle Dog? Beagle vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Australian Cattle Dog grooming comparison:
Effortless: The Beagle requires minimal grooming.
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Effortless: The American Pit Bull Terrier requires minimal grooming.
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Effortless: The Australian Cattle Dog requires minimal grooming.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Beagle or American Pit Bull Terrier or Australian Cattle Dog? Beagle or American Pit Bull Terrier or {name3 shedding:
Beagle dogs shed moderately.
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American Pit Bull Terrier dogs shed moderately.
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Australian Cattle Dog dogs shed moderately.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Beagle or American Pit Bull Terrier or Australian Cattle Dog?
4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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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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4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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Hypoallergenic
Beagle vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Australian Cattle Dog 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, Beagle vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Australian Cattle Dog?

High 🔼

The Beagle has a high chance of bad smell.

Medium

The American Pit Bull Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Australian Cattle Dog has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?
The Beagle is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The American Pit Bull Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Australian Cattle Dog is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Beagle vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Australian Cattle Dog Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Beagle dogs are generally with other pets.
American Pit Bull Terrier dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Australian Cattle Dog dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Beagle or American Pit Bull Terrier or Australian Cattle Dog? Which dog is more friendly?
Beagle dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Australian Cattle Dog dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Beagle or American Pit Bull Terrier or Australian Cattle Dog?
Beagle dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Australian Cattle Dog dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Beagle or American Pit Bull Terrier or Australian Cattle Dog?
Beagle dogs are average friendly towards cats.
American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Australian Cattle Dog dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Beagle or American Pit Bull Terrier or Australian Cattle Dog?
Beagle dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are not dog-friendly.
Australian Cattle Dog dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Beagle vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Australian Cattle Dog?
Yes
Beagle dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Australian Cattle Dog dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
Beagle is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
American Pit Bull Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Australian Cattle Dog is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
Beagles are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
American Pit Bull Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.
Australian Cattle Dogs are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Beagle vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Australian Cattle Dog As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog
Which one could be a service dog?

Yes

This breed makes good 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: Beagle or American Pit Bull Terrier or Australian Cattle Dog? Which is better for autism?

Yes

This breed makes a perfect 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?

Yes

After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.

Yes

After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.

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?

Yes

This breed would make an excellent 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: Beagle vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Australian Cattle Dog?

Yes

Beagle breed usually likes being on a boat.
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Not really

American Pit Bull Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Australian Cattle Dog 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.

Yes

In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Beagle vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Australian Cattle 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.
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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 Beagle and American Pit Bull Terrier and Australian Cattle Dog have?
2-14 puppies, average 7 5-8 puppies 1-7 puppies, average 5

Beagle vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Australian Cattle Dog Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Hound breed. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1980 as a Herding breed.
FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI?
Recognized by FCI in the Scent hounds and related breeds group, in the Scent hounds section. Not recognized by FCI. Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) section.
Breed Recognition
What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?
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
United Kennel Club
American Canine Registry
Dog Registry of America Inc.
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
Backwoods Bulldog Club
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
United Kennel Club

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