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Belgian Tervuren vs Australian Shepherd vs Welsh Springer Spaniel Comparison - Dog breed selector: Tervuren or Little Blue Dog or Welsh Cocker Spaniel? Find the right dog for you

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Name Belgian Tervuren Australian Shepherd Welsh Springer Spaniel
OriginsBelgium flagBelgium United States flagUnited States Wales flagWales
Group Pastoral / Herding Dogs Pastoral / Herding Dogs Gun Dog
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Tervuren Little Blue Dog
Aussie
Welsh Cocker Spaniel
Welsh Starter
Welshie
Welsh Springer
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Belgian Tervuren vs Australian Shepherd vs Welsh Springer Spaniel breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Belgian Tervuren vs Australian Shepherd vs Welsh Springer Spaniel Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Belgian Tervuren or Australian Shepherd or Welsh Springer Spaniel? Which is the smallest dog, Belgian Tervuren or Australian Shepherd or Welsh Springer Spaniel?
Large Large Medium
Weight
Which is heavier, Belgian Tervuren or Australian Shepherd or Australian Shepherd? Belgian Tervuren vs Australian Shepherd vs Welsh Springer Spaniel weight comparison:
Male: 65-75 pounds (29-34 kg), Female: 60-70 pounds (27-32 kg) Male: 50-65 pounds (25-29 kg), Female: 40-55 pounds (18-25 kg) Male: 40-45 pounds (18-20 kg), Female: 35-45 pounds (16-20 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 70 pounds (31.5 kg), Female: 65 pounds (29.5 kg) Male: 57.5 pounds (27 kg), Female: 47.5 pounds (21.5 kg) Male: 42.5 pounds (19 kg), Female: 40 pounds (18 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Belgian Tervuren or Australian Shepherd or Welsh Springer Spaniel? Belgian Tervuren vs Australian Shepherd vs Welsh Springer Spaniel height comparison:
Male: 24-26 inches (61-66 cm), Female: 22-24 inches (56-61 cm) Male: 20-23 inches (52-58cm), Female: 18-21 inches (46–53 cm) Male: 17-19 inches (43-48 cm), Female: 16-18 inches (41-46 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 25 inches (63.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (58.5 cm) Male: 21.5 inches (55 cm), Female: 19.5 inches (46–53 cm) Male: 18 inches (45.5 cm), Female: 17 inches (43.5 cm)

Belgian Tervuren vs Australian Shepherd vs Welsh Springer Spaniel Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Belgian Tervuren or Australian Shepherd or Welsh Springer Spaniel? Which is more expensive?
$1200-$1400 $600-$800 $1200-$1400
Availability
Which is easier to get, Belgian Tervuren or Australian Shepherd or Welsh Springer Spaniel?
Frequent: The Belgian Tervuren is easier than average to get.
Very frequent: The Australian Shepherd is quite easy to get.
Frequent: The Welsh Springer Spaniel is easier than average to get.

Belgian Tervuren vs Australian Shepherd vs Welsh Springer Spaniel Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Belgian Tervuren vs Australian Shepherd vs Welsh Springer Spaniel intelligence:
Very smart: Belgian Tervuren is an excellent dog breed.
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Smart: The Australian Shepherd dogs have great intelligence.
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Smart: The Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs have great intelligence.
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Trainability
Belgian Tervuren vs Australian Shepherd vs Welsh Springer Spaniel trainability comparison.
Belgian Tervuren dogs are very easy to train.
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Australian Shepherd dogs are very easy to train.
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Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Belgian Tervuren or Australian Shepherd or Welsh Springer Spaniel?
Belgian Tervuren dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Australian Shepherd dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs are good watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Belgian Tervuren or Australian Shepherd or Welsh Springer Spaniel? 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 Shepherd dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs are not the best to protect their territory.
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Belgian Tervuren vs Australian Shepherd vs Welsh Springer Spaniel Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Belgian Tervuren or Australian Shepherd or Welsh Springer Spaniel? Belgian Tervuren vs Australian Shepherd vs Welsh Springer Spaniel behavior/temperament comparison:
Energetic
Protective
Alert
Intelligent
Loyal
Attentive
Active
Loving
Protective
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Good-natured
Active
Playful
Stubborn
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Loyal
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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Sensitive: Australian Shepherd dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Sensitive: Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Belgian Tervuren vs Australian Shepherd vs Welsh Springer Spaniel?
Average to High: Belgian Tervuren dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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Average to High: Australian Shepherd dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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High: Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Belgian Tervuren vs Australian Shepherd vs Welsh Springer Spaniel social needs comparison:
Belgian Tervuren dogs are a social breed.
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Australian Shepherd dogs are a social breed.
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Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs need for social interaction is average.
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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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Australian Shepherd dogs are not the biggest explorers.
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Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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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 Shepherd dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Welsh Springer Spaniel 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 Shepherd vs Welsh Springer Spaniel Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Belgian Tervuren vs Australian Shepherd vs Welsh Springer Spaniel playfulness comparison:
The Belgian Tervuren is a highly playful breed.
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The Australian Shepherd is a highly playful breed.
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The Welsh Springer Spaniel is a playful breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Belgian Tervuren vs Australian Shepherd vs Welsh Springer Spaniel?
A lot: Belgian Tervuren is a particularly loud breed.
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Low to Average: The Australian Shepherd rarely barks.
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Average: The Welsh Springer Spaniel barks occasionally.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Belgian Tervuren or Australian Shepherd or Welsh Springer Spaniel?
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.
It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Australian Shepherd indoors.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Welsh Springer Spaniel breed.

Belgian Tervuren vs Australian Shepherd vs Welsh Springer Spaniel 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.
Australian Shepherd dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Belgian Tervuren or Australian Shepherd or Welsh Springer Spaniel?
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.
Australian Shepherd dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Belgian Tervuren vs Australian Shepherd vs Welsh Springer Spaniel Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Belgian Tervuren or Australian Shepherd or Welsh Springer Spaniel?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Belgian Tervuren bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Australian Shepherd bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Welsh Springer Spaniel 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.

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The Australian Shepherd has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Welsh Springer Spaniel has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Belgian Tervuren vs Australian Shepherd vs Welsh Springer Spaniel mouthiness comparison:
Belgian Tervuren dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Australian Shepherd dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Belgian Tervuren vs Australian Shepherd vs Welsh Springer Spaniel Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Belgian Tervuren vs Australian Shepherd vs Welsh Springer Spaniel health comparison. Which is the healthier: Belgian Tervuren vs Australian Shepherd vs Welsh Springer Spaniel?
The Belgian Tervuren is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The Australian Shepherd is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The Welsh Springer Spaniel 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 Tervuren vs Australian Shepherd vs Welsh Springer Spaniel? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Belgian Tervuren vs Australian Shepherd vs Welsh Springer Spaniel health problems comparison:
No data available Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Cancer
Hypothyroidism
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Epilepsy
Deafness
Drug Sensitivity
Elbow Dysplasia
Distichiasis
Collie Eye Anomaly
Detached Retina
Nasal Solar Dermatitis
Osteochondrosis Dissecans
Persistent Pupillary Membranes
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Hypothyroidism
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Epilepsy
Entropion
Elbow Dysplasia
Glaucoma
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 Shepherd should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Average
The Welsh Springer Spaniel should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Life Expectancy
Belgian Tervuren vs Australian Shepherd vs Welsh Springer Spaniel lifespan comparison. How long do Belgian Tervuren, Australian Shepherd and Welsh Springer Spaniel 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 Shepherd: 13 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Welsh Springer Spaniel: 13 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Belgian Tervuren vs Australian Shepherd vs Welsh Springer Spaniel?
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 Shepherd can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Welsh Springer Spaniel can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Belgian Tervuren vs Australian Shepherd vs Welsh Springer Spaniel Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Belgian Tervuren or Australian Shepherd or Welsh Springer Spaniel? Belgian Tervuren vs Australian Shepherd vs Welsh Springer Spaniel energy level comparison:
Belgian Tervuren dogs are high-energy dogs.
Australian Shepherd dogs are high-energy dogs.
Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs are high-energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Belgian Tervuren vs Australian Shepherd vs Welsh Springer Spaniel exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Belgian Tervuren or Australian Shepherd or Welsh Springer Spaniel? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Belgian Tervuren dogs need a lot of exercises.
Australian Shepherd dogs need a lot of exercises.
Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Belgian Tervuren or Australian Shepherd or Welsh Springer Spaniel?
Belgian Tervuren dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Australian Shepherd dogs don't need too much sleep.
Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs don't need too much sleep.

Belgian Tervuren vs Australian Shepherd vs Welsh Springer Spaniel Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Belgian Tervuren or Australian Shepherd or Welsh Springer Spaniel?
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. 1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three meals.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Belgian Tervuren vs Australian Shepherd vs Welsh Springer Spaniel 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 Shepherd's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Welsh Springer Spaniel's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Belgian Tervuren vs Australian Shepherd vs Welsh Springer Spaniel Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Belgian Tervuren vs Australian Shepherd vs Welsh Springer Spaniel coat comparison:
Thick
Double
Feathered Silky
Soft
Straight
Colors
What are the original Belgian Tervuren, Australian Shepherd and Welsh Springer Spaniel color?
Black
Cream
Fawn
Brindle
Black
Red
Blue
Merle
Red
White
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Belgian Tervuren or Australian Shepherd or Welsh Springer Spaniel? Belgian Tervuren vs Australian Shepherd vs Welsh Springer Spaniel grooming comparison:
Average: The Belgian Tervuren requires average grooming effort.
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Average: The Australian Shepherd requires average grooming effort.
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Average: The Welsh Springer Spaniel requires average grooming effort.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Belgian Tervuren or Australian Shepherd or Welsh Springer Spaniel? Belgian Tervuren or Australian Shepherd or {name3 shedding:
Belgian Tervuren dogs shed moderately.
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Australian Shepherd dogs shed moderately.
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Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs shed moderately.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Belgian Tervuren or Australian Shepherd or Welsh Springer Spaniel?
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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Hypoallergenic
Belgian Tervuren vs Australian Shepherd vs Welsh Springer Spaniel 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 Shepherd vs Welsh Springer Spaniel?

Medium

The Belgian Tervuren has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Australian Shepherd has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Welsh Springer Spaniel has an average 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 Shepherd is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Welsh Springer Spaniel is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Belgian Tervuren vs Australian Shepherd vs Welsh Springer Spaniel 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 Shepherd dogs are generally with other pets.
Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Belgian Tervuren or Australian Shepherd or Welsh Springer Spaniel? Which dog is more friendly?
Belgian Tervuren dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Australian Shepherd dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Belgian Tervuren or Australian Shepherd or Welsh Springer Spaniel?
Belgian Tervuren dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Australian Shepherd dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Belgian Tervuren or Australian Shepherd or Welsh Springer Spaniel?
Belgian Tervuren dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Australian Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Belgian Tervuren or Australian Shepherd or Welsh Springer Spaniel?
Belgian Tervuren dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Australian Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Belgian Tervuren vs Australian Shepherd vs Welsh Springer Spaniel?
Yes
Belgian Tervuren dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Australian Shepherd dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Welsh Springer Spaniel 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 Shepherd is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Welsh Springer Spaniel 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 Shepherds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Welsh Springer Spaniels are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Belgian Tervuren vs Australian Shepherd vs Welsh Springer Spaniel 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 Shepherd or Welsh Springer Spaniel? 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.

Yes

After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.
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 Shepherd vs Welsh Springer Spaniel?

Not really

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

Australian Shepherd breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Welsh Springer Spaniel 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.

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 Tervuren vs Australian Shepherd vs Welsh Springer Spaniel 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 Shepherd and Welsh Springer Spaniel have?
6-10 puppies 6-9 puppies, average 7 6-8 puppies

Belgian Tervuren vs Australian Shepherd vs Welsh Springer Spaniel 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 1991 as a Herding breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1914 as a 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 Sheepdogs section. Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Flushing Dogs section.
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
Dog Registry of America Inc.
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
Australian Shepherd Club Of America
No data available

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