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Belgian Tervuren vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Shar-Pei Comparison - Dog breed selector: Tervuren or Blue Heeler or Chinese Fighting Dog? Find the right dog for you

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Name Belgian Tervuren Australian Cattle Dog Shar-Pei
OriginsBelgium flagBelgium Australia flagAustralia China flagChina
Group Pastoral / Herding Dogs Pastoral / Herding Dogs Companion Dogs
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Tervuren Blue Heeler
Cattle Dog
Red Heeler
Queensland Heeler
Chinese Fighting Dog
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Belgian Tervuren vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Shar-Pei breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Belgian Tervuren vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Shar-Pei Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Belgian Tervuren or Australian Cattle Dog or Shar-Pei? Which is the smallest dog, Belgian Tervuren or Australian Cattle Dog or Shar-Pei?
Large Medium Medium
Weight
Which is heavier, Belgian Tervuren or Australian Cattle Dog or Australian Cattle Dog? Belgian Tervuren vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Shar-Pei weight comparison:
Male: 65-75 pounds (29-34 kg), Female: 60-70 pounds (27-32 kg) 30-62 pounds (13-28 kg) 40-55 pounds (18- 25 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 70 pounds (31.5 kg), Female: 65 pounds (29.5 kg) 46 pounds (20.5 kg) 47.5 pounds (18- 25 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Belgian Tervuren or Australian Cattle Dog or Shar-Pei? Belgian Tervuren vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Shar-Pei height comparison:
Male: 24-26 inches (61-66 cm), Female: 22-24 inches (56-61 cm) Male: 17-20 inches (43-51 cm), Female: 17-19 inches (43-48 cm) 18-20 inches (46-51 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 25 inches (63.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (58.5 cm) Male: 18.5 inches (47 cm), Female: 18 inches (45.5 cm) 19 inches (48.5 cm)

Belgian Tervuren vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Shar-Pei Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Belgian Tervuren or Australian Cattle Dog or Shar-Pei? Which is more expensive?
$1200-$1400 $500-$700 $1000-$1200
Availability
Which is easier to get, Belgian Tervuren or Australian Cattle Dog or Shar-Pei?
Frequent: The Belgian Tervuren is easier than average to get.
Very frequent: The Australian Cattle Dog is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Shar-Pei is quite easy to get.

Belgian Tervuren vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Shar-Pei Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Belgian Tervuren vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Shar-Pei intelligence:
Very smart: Belgian Tervuren is an excellent dog breed.
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Outstanding: Australian Cattle Dog is one of the brightest dog breeds.
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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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Trainability
Belgian Tervuren vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Shar-Pei trainability comparison.
Belgian Tervuren dogs are very easy to train.
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Australian Cattle Dog dogs are easy to train.
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Shar-Pei dogs are quite easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Belgian Tervuren or Australian Cattle Dog or Shar-Pei?
Belgian Tervuren dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Australian Cattle Dog dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Shar-Pei dogs are average watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Belgian Tervuren or Australian Cattle Dog or Shar-Pei? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Belgian Tervuren dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Australian Cattle Dog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Shar-Pei dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Belgian Tervuren vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Shar-Pei Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Belgian Tervuren or Australian Cattle Dog or Shar-Pei? Belgian Tervuren vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Shar-Pei behavior/temperament comparison:
Energetic
Protective
Alert
Intelligent
Loyal
Attentive
Energetic
Protective
Alert
Intelligent
Responsive
Loyal
Aggressive
Loving
Independent
Affectionate
Devoted
Reserved
Suspicious
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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Shar-Pei dogs are less sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Belgian Tervuren vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Shar-Pei?
Average to High: Belgian Tervuren dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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Average: Australian Cattle Dog dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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Slightly Below Average: Shar-Pei dogs may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence.
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Social Needs
Belgian Tervuren vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Shar-Pei social needs comparison:
Belgian Tervuren dogs are a social breed.
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Australian Cattle Dog dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Shar-Pei dogs are kinda antisocial.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Belgian Tervuren dogs are not the biggest explorers.
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The wanderlust potential of the Australian Cattle Dog is strong enough to escape from home.
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Shar-Pei 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?
Belgian Tervuren dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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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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Shar-Pei 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 Tervuren vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Shar-Pei Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Belgian Tervuren vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Shar-Pei playfulness comparison:
The Belgian Tervuren is a highly playful breed.
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The Australian Cattle Dog is a highly playful breed.
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Average: Shar-Peis, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Belgian Tervuren vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Shar-Pei?
A lot: Belgian Tervuren is a particularly loud breed.
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Low to Average: The Australian Cattle Dog rarely barks.
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Low: The Shar-Pei barks none to minimal.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Belgian Tervuren or Australian Cattle Dog or Shar-Pei?
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.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Australian Cattle Dog breed.
Apartment-friendly dog the Shar-Pei breed.

Belgian Tervuren vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Shar-Pei Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
Belgian Tervuren dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Average: Australian Cattle Dog dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Average: Shar-Pei dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Belgian Tervuren or Australian Cattle Dog or Shar-Pei?
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.
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.
Shar-Pei dogs handle alone time quite well.

Belgian Tervuren vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Shar-Pei Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Belgian Tervuren or Australian Cattle Dog or Shar-Pei?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Belgian Tervuren bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Australian Cattle Dog bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Shar-Pei bite force: Ordinary.
Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:

Low 🔽

The Belgian Tervuren has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Australian Cattle Dog has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

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

Health Issues
Belgian Tervuren vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Shar-Pei health comparison. Which is the healthier: Belgian Tervuren vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Shar-Pei?
The Belgian Tervuren is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The Australian Cattle Dog is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Very healthy dog breed.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Belgian Tervuren vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Shar-Pei? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Belgian Tervuren vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Shar-Pei health problems comparison:
No data available Hip Dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Deafness
Hip Dysplasia
Patellar Luxation
Cancer
Hypothyroidism
Bloat
Entropion
Elbow Dysplasia
Demodectic Mange
Osteochondrosis Dissecans
Glaucoma
Seborrhea
Cutaneous Mucinosis
Fever
Pyoderma
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Average
The Belgian Tervuren should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Average
The Australian Cattle Dog should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Rare
The Shar-Pei should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Life Expectancy
Belgian Tervuren vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Shar-Pei lifespan comparison. How long do Belgian Tervuren, Australian Cattle Dog and Shar-Pei breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Belgian Tervuren: 13 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Australian Cattle Dog: 13 years
8-10 years
The average lifespan of Shar-Pei: 9 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Belgian Tervuren vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Shar-Pei?
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 Australian Cattle Dog 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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Belgian Tervuren vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Shar-Pei Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Belgian Tervuren or Australian Cattle Dog or Shar-Pei? Belgian Tervuren vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Shar-Pei energy level comparison:
Belgian Tervuren dogs are high-energy dogs.
Australian Cattle Dog dogs are high-energy dogs.
Shar-Pei dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Belgian Tervuren vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Shar-Pei exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Belgian Tervuren or Australian Cattle Dog or Shar-Pei? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Belgian Tervuren dogs need a lot of exercises.
Australian Cattle Dog dogs need a lot of exercises.
Shar-Pei dogs exercise need is minimal.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Belgian Tervuren or Australian Cattle Dog or Shar-Pei?
Belgian Tervuren 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.
Shar-Pei dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.

Belgian Tervuren vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Shar-Pei Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Belgian Tervuren or Australian Cattle Dog or Shar-Pei?
2 to 3 cups of a high-quality dog food a day. 1.5 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 2 to 2.5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, divided into two meals.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Belgian Tervuren vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Shar-Pei weight gain potential comparison:
Low to Average: The Belgian Tervuren has a low to the 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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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Shar-Pei's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Belgian Tervuren vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Shar-Pei Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Belgian Tervuren vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Shar-Pei coat comparison:
Thick
Double
Dense Dense
Colors
What are the original Belgian Tervuren, Australian Cattle Dog and Shar-Pei color?
Black
Cream
Fawn
Brindle
Red
Blue
Speckled
Mottled
Black
Red
Blue
Cream
Brown
Fawn
Apricot
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Belgian Tervuren or Australian Cattle Dog or Shar-Pei? Belgian Tervuren vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Shar-Pei grooming comparison:
Average: The Belgian Tervuren requires average grooming effort.
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Effortless: The Australian Cattle Dog requires minimal grooming.
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Average: The Shar-Pei requires average grooming effort.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Belgian Tervuren or Australian Cattle Dog or Shar-Pei? Belgian Tervuren or Australian Cattle Dog or {name3 shedding:
Belgian Tervuren dogs shed moderately.
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Australian Cattle Dog dogs shed moderately.
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Shar-Pei dogs shed none to minimal.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Belgian Tervuren or Australian Cattle Dog or Shar-Pei?
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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4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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Hypoallergenic
Belgian Tervuren vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Shar-Pei 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 Tervuren vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Shar-Pei?

Medium

The Belgian Tervuren has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Australian Cattle Dog has an average chance of bad smell.

High 🔼

The Shar-Pei has a high chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?
The Belgian Tervuren 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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The Shar-Pei is a big drooler, so if you're disgusted by slobber spots on your clothes, you should choose a dog from another breed.
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Belgian Tervuren vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Shar-Pei Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Belgian Tervuren dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Australian Cattle Dog dogs are generally with other pets.
Shar-Pei dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Belgian Tervuren or Australian Cattle Dog or Shar-Pei? Which dog is more friendly?
Belgian Tervuren dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Australian Cattle Dog dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Shar-Pei dogs are not stranger friendly dogs.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Belgian Tervuren or Australian Cattle Dog or Shar-Pei?
Belgian Tervuren dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Australian Cattle Dog dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Shar-Pei dogs are not kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Belgian Tervuren or Australian Cattle Dog or Shar-Pei?
Belgian Tervuren dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Australian Cattle Dog dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Shar-Pei dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Belgian Tervuren or Australian Cattle Dog or Shar-Pei?
Belgian Tervuren dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Australian Cattle Dog dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Shar-Pei dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Belgian Tervuren vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Shar-Pei?
Yes
Belgian Tervuren 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.
Yes
Shar-Pei dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
Belgian Tervuren is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Australian Cattle Dog is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Shar-Pei is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
Belgian Tervurens are usually recommended for elderly people.
Australian Cattle Dogs are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Shar-Peis are not recommended for elderly people.

Belgian Tervuren vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Shar-Pei 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 Tervuren or Australian Cattle Dog or Shar-Pei? 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?

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: Belgian Tervuren vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Shar-Pei?

Not really

Belgian Tervuren 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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Not really

Shar-Pei 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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Yes

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.

Yes

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

Belgian Tervuren vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Shar-Pei 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 Tervuren and Australian Cattle Dog and Shar-Pei have?
6-10 puppies 1-7 puppies, average 5 4-6 puppies

Belgian Tervuren vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Shar-Pei Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1959 as a Herding breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1980 as a Herding breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1992 as a Non-Sporting breed.
FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI?
Not recognized by FCI. Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) section. Not recognized by FCI.
Breed Recognition
What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?
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.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
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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