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Belgian Sheepdog vs Estrela Mountain Dog vs Leonberger Comparison - Dog breed selector: Chien De Berger Belge or Cao da Serra da Estrela or Gentle Giant? Find the right dog for you

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Name Belgian Sheepdog Estrela Mountain Dog Leonberger
OriginsBelgium flagBelgium Portugal flagPortugal Germany flagGermany
Group Pastoral / Herding Dogs Pastoral / Herding Dogs Working Dogs
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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Belgian Sheepdog, Estrela Mountain Dog, and Leonberger breeds.
Chien De Berger Belge
Groenendael
Cao da Serra da Estrela
Portuguese Shepherd
Gentle Giant
Gentle Lion
Leonbergi
Leo
Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between Belgian Sheepdog, Estrela Mountain Dog, and Leonberger? Compare their breeding categories.
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Belgian Sheepdog vs Estrela Mountain Dog vs Leonberger Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Compare size differences between Belgian Sheepdog, Estrela Mountain Dog, and Leonberger. Which breed is the largest?
Large Giant Giant
Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between Belgian Sheepdog, Estrela Mountain Dog, and Leonberger? Compare adult weight ranges.
Male: 65-75 pounds (29-34 kg), Female: 60-70 pounds (27-32 kg) Male: 99–132 pounds (45-60 kg), Female: 77–99 pounds (35-45 kg) Male: 130-170 pounds (59-77 kg), Female: 100-130 pounds (45-59 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 70 pounds (31.5 kg), Female: 65 pounds (29.5 kg) Male: 115.5 pounds (52.5 kg), Female: 88 pounds (40 kg) Male: 150 pounds (68 kg), Female: 115 pounds (52 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Belgian Sheepdog or Estrela Mountain Dog or Leonberger? Belgian Sheepdog vs Estrela Mountain Dog vs Leonberger height comparison:
Male: 24-26 inches (61-66 cm), Female: 22-24 inches (56-61 cm) Male: 25–30 inches (63.5-76 kg) Female: 24–28 inches (61-71 cm) Male: 29-31 inches (74-80 cm), Female: 27-29 inches (61-74 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 25 inches (63.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (58.5 cm) Male: 27.5 inches (70 cm), Female: 26 inches (66 cm) Male: 30 inches (77 cm), Female: 28 inches (67.5 cm)

Belgian Sheepdog vs Estrela Mountain Dog vs Leonberger Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range
Compare puppy costs for Belgian Sheepdog, Estrela Mountain Dog, and Leonberger. Find price differences between these breeds.
$1200-$1400 Unknown $1500-$2000
Availability
Which is easier to get, Belgian Sheepdog or Estrela Mountain Dog or Leonberger?
Frequent: The Belgian Sheepdog is easier than average to get.
Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.
Frequent: The Leonberger is easier than average to get.

Belgian Sheepdog vs Estrela Mountain Dog vs Leonberger Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between Belgian Sheepdog, Estrela Mountain Dog, and Leonberger. Which breed ranks highest?
Very smart: Belgian Sheepdog is an excellent dog breed.
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Smart: The Estrela Mountain Dog dogs have great intelligence.
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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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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between Belgian Sheepdog, Estrela Mountain Dog, and Leonberger. Which is easiest to train?
Belgian Sheepdog dogs are easy to train.
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Estrela Mountain Dog dogs are quite easy to train.
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Leonberger dogs are quite easy to train.
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Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of Belgian Sheepdog, Estrela Mountain Dog, and Leonberger. Which breed is most alert?
Belgian Sheepdog dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Estrela Mountain Dog dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Leonberger dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between Belgian Sheepdog, Estrela Mountain Dog, and Leonberger. Which breed is most protective?
Belgian Sheepdog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Estrela Mountain Dog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Leonberger dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Belgian Sheepdog vs Estrela Mountain Dog vs Leonberger Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between Belgian Sheepdog, Estrela Mountain Dog, and Leonberger? Compare temperaments.
Active
Stubborn
Protective
Alert
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Hard
Working
Watchful
Stubborn
Dignified
Protective
Alert
Loyal
Keen
Suspicious
Loving
Obedient
Loyal
Fearless
Companionable
Adaptable
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 Estrela Mountain Dog vs Leonberger?
Average to High: Belgian Sheepdog dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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Average to High: Estrela Mountain Dog dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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High: Leonberger dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Belgian Sheepdog vs Estrela Mountain Dog vs Leonberger social needs comparison:
Belgian Sheepdog dogs are a social breed.
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Estrela Mountain Dog dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Leonberger 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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Estrela Mountain Dog dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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Leonberger dogs tend to escape less than other breeds.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Their prey drive is low.
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Their prey drive is low.
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Leonberger dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Belgian Sheepdog vs Estrela Mountain Dog vs Leonberger Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of Belgian Sheepdog, Estrela Mountain Dog, and Leonberger. Which breed is most vocal?
A lot: Belgian Sheepdog is a particularly loud breed.
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A lot: Estrela Mountain Dog is a particularly loud breed.
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Low: The Leonberger barks none to minimal.
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between Belgian Sheepdog, Estrela Mountain Dog, and Leonberger. Which breed is most playful?
The Belgian Sheepdog is a highly playful breed.
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The Estrela Mountain Dog is a playful breed.
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The Leonberger is a playful breed.
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Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of Belgian Sheepdog, Estrela Mountain Dog, and Leonberger. Which adapts best to small spaces?
It is not recommended to keep the Belgian Sheepdog breed in the home.
It is not recommended to keep the Estrela Mountain Dog breed in the home.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Leonberger breed.

Belgian Sheepdog vs Estrela Mountain Dog vs Leonberger Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between Belgian Sheepdog, Estrela Mountain Dog, and Leonberger. Which breed is most flexible?
Belgian Sheepdog dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Estrela Mountain Dog dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Average: Leonberger dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: Belgian Sheepdog or Estrela Mountain Dog or Leonberger?
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.
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.
Leonberger dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Belgian Sheepdog vs Estrela Mountain Dog vs Leonberger Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between Belgian Sheepdog, Estrela Mountain Dog, and Leonberger. Which has lowest bite risk?

Low 🔽

The Belgian Sheepdog has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Estrela Mountain Dog has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Leonberger has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between Belgian Sheepdog, Estrela Mountain Dog, and Leonberger. Which uses mouth most during play?
Belgian Sheepdog dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Estrela Mountain Dog dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Leonberger dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Bite Strength Rating
Compare bite forces between Belgian Sheepdog, Estrela Mountain Dog, and Leonberger. Which has the strongest bite?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Belgian Sheepdog bite force: Ordinary.

Above 400 PSI 🔼

Estrela Mountain Dog bite force: The Strongest.

Above 400 PSI 🔼

Leonberger bite force: The Strongest.

Belgian Sheepdog vs Estrela Mountain Dog vs Leonberger Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of Belgian Sheepdog, Estrela Mountain Dog, and Leonberger. Which breed lives longest?
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Belgian Sheepdog: 13 years
10-14 years
The average lifespan of Estrela Mountain Dog: 12 years
8-10 years
The average lifespan of Leonberger: 9 years
Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between Belgian Sheepdog, Estrela Mountain Dog, and Leonberger. Which handles climate changes best?
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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Prefers cold weather
The Estrela Mountain Dog can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog.
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Prefers cold weather
The Leonberger can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog.
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Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in Belgian Sheepdog, Estrela Mountain Dog, and Leonberger. Which has fewer health issues?
The Belgian Sheepdog is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Very healthy dog breed.
Leonbergers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Vet Care Frequency
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.
Rare
The Estrela Mountain Dog should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Frequent
The Leonberger should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Belgian Sheepdog vs Estrela Mountain Dog vs Leonberger? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Belgian Sheepdog vs Estrela Mountain Dog vs Leonberger health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Epilepsy
Hyperthyroidism
No data available Hip Dysplasia
Cancer
Bloat
Entropion
Inherited Polyneuropathy
Ectropion
Elbow Dysplasia
Addison's Disease
Eosinophilic Panosteitis

Belgian Sheepdog vs Estrela Mountain Dog vs Leonberger Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating
Compare energy levels between Belgian Sheepdog, Estrela Mountain Dog, and Leonberger. Which breed is most active?
Belgian Sheepdog dogs are high-energy dogs.
Estrela Mountain Dog dogs are high-energy dogs.
Leonberger dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Belgian Sheepdog vs Estrela Mountain Dog vs Leonberger exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Belgian Sheepdog or Estrela Mountain Dog or Leonberger? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Belgian Sheepdog dogs need a lot of exercises.
Estrela Mountain Dog dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Leonberger dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Belgian Sheepdog or Estrela Mountain Dog or Leonberger?
Belgian Sheepdog dogs don't need too much sleep.
Estrela Mountain Dog dogs don't need too much sleep.
Leonberger dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.

Belgian Sheepdog vs Estrela Mountain Dog vs Leonberger Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between Belgian Sheepdog, Estrela Mountain Dog, and Leonberger. Which is most prone to obesity?
Low to Average: The Belgian Sheepdog has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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High: The Estrela Mountain Dog breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Leonberger's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between Belgian Sheepdog, Estrela Mountain Dog, and Leonberger. Which needs most food?
2 to 3 cups of a high-quality dog food a day. 6 to 8 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 8 to 10 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals

Belgian Sheepdog vs Estrela Mountain Dog vs Leonberger Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Belgian Sheepdog, Estrela Mountain Dog, and Leonberger. Which is best for allergy sufferers?
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between Belgian Sheepdog, Estrela Mountain Dog, and Leonberger. What colors are available?
Black
Cream
Fawn
Brindle
Fawn
Yellow
Wolf Gray
Red
Brown
Yellow
Sandy
Reddish
Mahogany
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between Belgian Sheepdog, Estrela Mountain Dog, and Leonberger. Which requires most maintenance?
Average: The Belgian Sheepdog requires average grooming effort.
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Average: The Estrela Mountain Dog requires average grooming effort.
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Average: The Leonberger requires average grooming effort.
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Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between Belgian Sheepdog, Estrela Mountain Dog, and Leonberger. Which drools least?
The Belgian Sheepdog is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Estrela Mountain Dog is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Leonberger is an average drooler.
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Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between Belgian Sheepdog, Estrela Mountain Dog, and Leonberger. Which has least natural smell?

Medium

The Belgian Sheepdog has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Estrela Mountain Dog has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Leonberger has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between Belgian Sheepdog, Estrela Mountain Dog, and Leonberger. How do their fur characteristics differ?
Soft
Thick
Wavy
Thick
Coarse
Waterproof
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between Belgian Sheepdog, Estrela Mountain Dog, and Leonberger. Which requires most frequent baths?
3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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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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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Belgian Sheepdog or Estrela Mountain Dog or Leonberger? Belgian Sheepdog or Estrela Mountain Dog or {name3 shedding:
Belgian Sheepdog dogs shed moderately.
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Estrela Mountain Dog dogs shed moderately.
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Leonberger dogs are heavy shedders.
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Belgian Sheepdog vs Estrela Mountain Dog vs Leonberger Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility
Compare child-friendliness between Belgian Sheepdog, Estrela Mountain Dog, and Leonberger. Which is best with kids?
Belgian Sheepdog dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Estrela Mountain Dog dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Leonberger dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Pet Compatibility
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Belgian Sheepdog dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Estrela Mountain Dog dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Leonberger dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Belgian Sheepdog or Estrela Mountain Dog or Leonberger? Which dog is more friendly?
Belgian Sheepdog dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Estrela Mountain Dog dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Leonberger dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Belgian Sheepdog or Estrela Mountain Dog or Leonberger?
Belgian Sheepdog dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Estrela Mountain Dog dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Leonberger dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Belgian Sheepdog or Estrela Mountain Dog or Leonberger?
Belgian Sheepdog dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Estrela Mountain Dog dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Leonberger dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Belgian Sheepdog vs Estrela Mountain Dog vs Leonberger?
Yes
Belgian Sheepdog dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Estrela Mountain Dog dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Leonberger 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
Estrela Mountain Dog is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Leonberger 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.
Estrela Mountain Dogs are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Leonbergers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Belgian Sheepdog vs Estrela Mountain Dog vs Leonberger As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between Belgian Sheepdog, Estrela Mountain Dog, and Leonberger. Which is best suited for service work?

Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Therapy Work Suitability
Compare therapy dog potential between Belgian Sheepdog, Estrela Mountain Dog, and Leonberger. Which excels in therapy work?

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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Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between Belgian Sheepdog, Estrela Mountain Dog, and Leonberger. Which has best nose work ability?

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 & Rescue Potential
Compare search and rescue potential between Belgian Sheepdog, Estrela Mountain Dog, and Leonberger. Which is best for SAR work?

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.
Maritime Work Ability
Compare boating aptitude between Belgian Sheepdog, Estrela Mountain Dog, and Leonberger. Which is best suited for water work?

Not really

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

Estrela Mountain Dog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Leonberger breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between Belgian Sheepdog, Estrela Mountain Dog, and Leonberger. Which is best for draft work?

Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Yes

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Yes

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Military Service Background
Compare military service history of Belgian Sheepdog, Estrela Mountain Dog, and Leonberger. Which has most military use?

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 Estrela Mountain Dog vs Leonberger Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of Belgian Sheepdog, Estrela Mountain Dog, and Leonberger. Which has most puppies?
6-10 puppies 7-8 puppies 6-8 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of Belgian Sheepdog, Estrela Mountain Dog, and Leonberger. Any breeding differences?
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Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between Belgian Sheepdog, Estrela Mountain Dog, and Leonberger. What's recommended?

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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Belgian Sheepdog vs Estrela Mountain Dog vs Leonberger Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for Belgian Sheepdog, Estrela Mountain Dog, and Leonberger. How are they classified?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1911 as a Herding breed. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2010 as a Working breed.
FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for Belgian Sheepdog, Estrela Mountain Dog, and Leonberger. How are they classified internationally?
Not recognized by FCI. Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type section. Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type section.
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of Belgian Sheepdog, Estrela Mountain Dog, and Leonberger. Which has most recognition?
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 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.
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club

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