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Belgian Sheepdog vs Belgian Tervuren vs Portuguese Water Dog Comparison - Dog breed selector: Chien De Berger Belge or Tervuren or Cao De Agua? Find the right dog for you

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Name Belgian Sheepdog Belgian Tervuren Portuguese Water Dog
OriginsBelgium flagBelgium Belgium flagBelgium Portugal flagPortugal
Group Pastoral / Herding Dogs Pastoral / Herding Dogs Working Dogs
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Chien De Berger Belge
Groenendael
Tervuren Cao De Agua
Portie
Water Dog
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Belgian Sheepdog vs Belgian Tervuren vs Portuguese Water Dog breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Belgian Sheepdog vs Belgian Tervuren vs Portuguese Water Dog Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Belgian Sheepdog or Belgian Tervuren or Portuguese Water Dog? Which is the smallest dog, Belgian Sheepdog or Belgian Tervuren or Portuguese Water Dog?
Large Large Medium
Weight
Which is heavier, Belgian Sheepdog or Belgian Tervuren or Belgian Tervuren? Belgian Sheepdog vs Belgian Tervuren vs Portuguese Water Dog weight comparison:
Male: 65-75 pounds (29-34 kg), Female: 60-70 pounds (27-32 kg) Male: 65-75 pounds (29-34 kg), Female: 60-70 pounds (27-32 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: 70 pounds (31.5 kg), Female: 65 pounds (29.5 kg) Male: 70 pounds (31.5 kg), Female: 65 pounds (29.5 kg) Male: 48.5 pounds (22 kg), Female: 42 pounds (19 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Belgian Sheepdog or Belgian Tervuren or Portuguese Water Dog? Belgian Sheepdog vs Belgian Tervuren vs Portuguese Water Dog height comparison:
Male: 24-26 inches (61-66 cm), Female: 22-24 inches (56-61 cm) Male: 24-26 inches (61-66 cm), Female: 22-24 inches (56-61 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: 25 inches (63.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (58.5 cm) Male: 25 inches (63.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (58.5 cm) Male: 21 inches (53.5 cm), Female: 18.5 inches (47.5 cm)

Belgian Sheepdog vs Belgian Tervuren vs Portuguese Water Dog Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Belgian Sheepdog or Belgian Tervuren or Portuguese Water Dog? Which is more expensive?
$1200-$1400 $1200-$1400 $2500-$2800
Availability
Which is easier to get, Belgian Sheepdog or Belgian Tervuren or Portuguese Water Dog?
Frequent: The Belgian Sheepdog is easier than average to get.
Frequent: The Belgian Tervuren is easier than average to get.
Very frequent: The Portuguese Water Dog is quite easy to get.

Belgian Sheepdog vs Belgian Tervuren vs Portuguese Water Dog Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Belgian Sheepdog vs Belgian Tervuren vs Portuguese Water Dog intelligence:
Very smart: Belgian Sheepdog is an excellent dog breed.
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Very smart: Belgian Tervuren is an excellent dog breed.
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Smart: The Portuguese Water Dog dogs have great intelligence.
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Trainability
Belgian Sheepdog vs Belgian Tervuren vs Portuguese Water Dog trainability comparison.
Belgian Sheepdog dogs are easy to train.
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Belgian Tervuren dogs are very easy to train.
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Portuguese Water Dog dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Belgian Sheepdog or Belgian Tervuren or Portuguese Water Dog?
Belgian Sheepdog dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Belgian Tervuren dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Portuguese Water Dog dogs are good watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Belgian Sheepdog or Belgian Tervuren or Portuguese Water Dog? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Belgian Sheepdog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Belgian Tervuren dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Portuguese Water Dog dogs are average defenders.
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Belgian Sheepdog vs Belgian Tervuren vs Portuguese Water Dog Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Belgian Sheepdog or Belgian Tervuren or Portuguese Water Dog? Belgian Sheepdog vs Belgian Tervuren vs Portuguese Water Dog behavior/temperament comparison:
Active
Stubborn
Protective
Alert
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Hard
Working
Watchful
Energetic
Protective
Alert
Intelligent
Loyal
Attentive
Intelligent
Docile
Obedient
Brave
Impetuous
Quarrelsome
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: Belgian Sheepdog vs Belgian Tervuren vs Portuguese Water Dog?
Average to High: Belgian Sheepdog dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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Average to High: Belgian Tervuren dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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High: Portuguese Water Dog dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Belgian Sheepdog vs Belgian Tervuren vs Portuguese Water Dog social needs comparison:
Belgian Sheepdog dogs are a social breed.
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Belgian Tervuren dogs are a social breed.
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Portuguese Water Dog dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Belgian Sheepdog dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Belgian Tervuren dogs are not the biggest explorers.
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Portuguese Water Dog dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Their prey drive is low.
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Belgian Tervuren dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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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.
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Belgian Sheepdog vs Belgian Tervuren vs Portuguese Water Dog Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Belgian Sheepdog vs Belgian Tervuren vs Portuguese Water Dog playfulness comparison:
The Belgian Sheepdog is a highly playful breed.
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The Belgian Tervuren is a highly playful breed.
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The Portuguese Water Dog is a playful breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Belgian Sheepdog vs Belgian Tervuren vs Portuguese Water Dog?
A lot: Belgian Sheepdog is a particularly loud breed.
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A lot: Belgian Tervuren is a particularly loud breed.
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Low to Average: The Portuguese Water Dog rarely barks.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Belgian Sheepdog or Belgian Tervuren or Portuguese Water Dog?
It is not recommended to keep the Belgian Sheepdog breed in the home.
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 Belgian Tervuren indoors.
Apartment-friendly dog the Portuguese Water Dog breed.

Belgian Sheepdog vs Belgian Tervuren vs Portuguese Water Dog Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
Belgian Sheepdog dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Belgian Tervuren dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all 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: Belgian Sheepdog or Belgian Tervuren or Portuguese Water Dog?
Belgian Sheepdog 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.
Belgian Tervuren 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.

Belgian Sheepdog vs Belgian Tervuren vs Portuguese Water Dog Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Belgian Sheepdog or Belgian Tervuren or Portuguese Water Dog?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Belgian Sheepdog bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Belgian Tervuren bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

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

Low 🔽

The Belgian Sheepdog has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Belgian Tervuren 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? Belgian Sheepdog vs Belgian Tervuren vs Portuguese Water Dog mouthiness comparison:
Belgian Sheepdog dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Belgian Tervuren dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Portuguese Water Dog dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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Belgian Sheepdog vs Belgian Tervuren vs Portuguese Water Dog Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Belgian Sheepdog vs Belgian Tervuren vs Portuguese Water Dog health comparison. Which is the healthier: Belgian Sheepdog vs Belgian Tervuren vs Portuguese Water Dog?
The Belgian Sheepdog is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The Belgian Tervuren 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.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Belgian Sheepdog vs Belgian Tervuren vs Portuguese Water Dog? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Belgian Sheepdog vs Belgian Tervuren vs Portuguese Water Dog health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Epilepsy
Hyperthyroidism
No data available 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 Belgian Sheepdog should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Average
The Belgian Tervuren 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.
Life Expectancy
Belgian Sheepdog vs Belgian Tervuren vs Portuguese Water Dog lifespan comparison. How long do Belgian Sheepdog, Belgian Tervuren and Portuguese Water Dog breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Belgian Sheepdog: 13 years
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Belgian Tervuren: 13 years
10-14 years
The average lifespan of Portuguese Water Dog: 12 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Belgian Sheepdog vs Belgian Tervuren vs Portuguese Water Dog?
Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Belgian Sheepdog can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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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.
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Belgian Sheepdog vs Belgian Tervuren vs Portuguese Water Dog Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Belgian Sheepdog or Belgian Tervuren or Portuguese Water Dog? Belgian Sheepdog vs Belgian Tervuren vs Portuguese Water Dog energy level comparison:
Belgian Sheepdog dogs are high-energy dogs.
Belgian Tervuren dogs are high-energy dogs.
Portuguese Water Dog dogs are high-energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Belgian Sheepdog vs Belgian Tervuren vs Portuguese Water Dog exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Belgian Sheepdog or Belgian Tervuren or Portuguese Water Dog? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Belgian Sheepdog dogs need a lot of exercises.
Belgian Tervuren dogs need a lot of exercises.
Portuguese Water Dog dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Belgian Sheepdog or Belgian Tervuren or Portuguese Water Dog?
Belgian Sheepdog dogs don't need too much sleep.
Belgian Tervuren 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.

Belgian Sheepdog vs Belgian Tervuren vs Portuguese Water Dog Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Belgian Sheepdog or Belgian Tervuren or Portuguese Water Dog?
2 to 3 cups of a high-quality dog food a day. 2 to 3 cups of a high-quality dog food a day. 2 to 2.5 cup 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? Belgian Sheepdog vs Belgian Tervuren vs Portuguese Water Dog weight gain potential comparison:
Low to Average: The Belgian Sheepdog has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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Low to Average: The Belgian Tervuren has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Portuguese Water Dog has an average risk for obesity.
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Belgian Sheepdog vs Belgian Tervuren vs Portuguese Water Dog Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Belgian Sheepdog vs Belgian Tervuren vs Portuguese Water Dog coat comparison:
Soft
Thick
Thick
Double
Curly
Colors
What are the original Belgian Sheepdog, Belgian Tervuren and Portuguese Water Dog color?
Black
Cream
Fawn
Brindle
Black
Cream
Fawn
Brindle
Black
White
Brown
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Belgian Sheepdog or Belgian Tervuren or Portuguese Water Dog? Belgian Sheepdog vs Belgian Tervuren vs Portuguese Water Dog grooming comparison:
Average: The Belgian Sheepdog requires average grooming effort.
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Average: The Belgian Tervuren requires average grooming effort.
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Average: The Portuguese Water Dog requires average grooming effort.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Belgian Sheepdog or Belgian Tervuren or Portuguese Water Dog? Belgian Sheepdog or Belgian Tervuren or {name3 shedding:
Belgian Sheepdog dogs shed moderately.
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Belgian Tervuren dogs shed moderately.
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Portuguese Water Dog dogs shed none to minimal.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Belgian Sheepdog or Belgian Tervuren or Portuguese Water Dog?
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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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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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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Hypoallergenic
Belgian Sheepdog vs Belgian Tervuren vs Portuguese Water 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, Belgian Sheepdog vs Belgian Tervuren vs Portuguese Water Dog?

Medium

The Belgian Sheepdog has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Belgian Tervuren 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 Belgian Sheepdog is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Belgian Tervuren is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Portuguese Water Dog is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Belgian Sheepdog vs Belgian Tervuren vs Portuguese Water Dog Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Belgian Sheepdog dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Belgian Tervuren 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 Belgian Sheepdog or Belgian Tervuren or Portuguese Water Dog? Which dog is more friendly?
Belgian Sheepdog dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Belgian Tervuren dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Portuguese Water Dog dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Belgian Sheepdog or Belgian Tervuren or Portuguese Water Dog?
Belgian Sheepdog dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Belgian Tervuren dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Portuguese Water Dog dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Belgian Sheepdog or Belgian Tervuren or Portuguese Water Dog?
Belgian Sheepdog dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Belgian Tervuren dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Portuguese Water Dog dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Belgian Sheepdog or Belgian Tervuren or Portuguese Water Dog?
Belgian Sheepdog dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Belgian Tervuren dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Portuguese Water Dog dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Belgian Sheepdog vs Belgian Tervuren vs Portuguese Water Dog?
Yes
Belgian Sheepdog dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Belgian Tervuren 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
Belgian Sheepdog is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Belgian Tervuren 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?
Belgian Sheepdogs are usually recommended for elderly people.
Belgian Tervurens are usually recommended for elderly people.
Portuguese Water Dogs are usually recommended for elderly people.

Belgian Sheepdog vs Belgian Tervuren 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.
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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: Belgian Sheepdog or Belgian Tervuren or Portuguese Water Dog? 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?

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: Belgian Sheepdog vs Belgian Tervuren vs Portuguese Water Dog?

Not really

Belgian Sheepdog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Belgian Tervuren breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Yes

Portuguese Water Dog breed usually likes 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.

Belgian Sheepdog vs Belgian Tervuren 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.
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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 Belgian Sheepdog and Belgian Tervuren and Portuguese Water Dog have?
6-10 puppies 6-10 puppies 4-8 puppies

Belgian Sheepdog vs Belgian Tervuren vs Portuguese Water Dog Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1911 as a Herding breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1959 as a Herding breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1983 as a Hound breed.
FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI?
Not recognized by FCI. Not recognized by FCI. 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
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
No data available 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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