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Name	Belgian Tervuren	Doberman Pinscher	Alaskan Husky
Origins	Belgium	Germany	United States
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Group	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Working Dogs	Sled Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Tervuren	Doberman Dobermann Dobynm Dobie	Husky
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Belgian Tervuren vs Doberman Pinscher vs Alaskan Husky breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Cross Breed

Belgian Tervuren vs Doberman Pinscher vs Alaskan Husky Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Belgian Tervuren or Doberman Pinscher or Alaskan Husky? Which is the smallest dog, Belgian Tervuren or Doberman Pinscher or Alaskan Husky?	Large	Medium	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Belgian Tervuren or Doberman Pinscher or Doberman Pinscher? Belgian Tervuren vs Doberman Pinscher vs Alaskan Husky weight comparison:	Male: 65-75 pounds (29-34 kg), Female: 60-70 pounds (27-32 kg)	Male: 88-99 pounds (40-45 kg), Female: 71-77 pounds (32-35 kg)	Male: 40-60 pounds (18-27 kg), Female: 35-48 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: 93.5 pounds (42.5 kg), Female: 74 pounds (33.5 kg)	Male: 50 pounds (22.5 kg), Female: 41.5 pounds (19 kg)
Height Which is taller, Belgian Tervuren or Doberman Pinscher or Alaskan Husky? Belgian Tervuren vs Doberman Pinscher vs Alaskan Husky height comparison:	Male: 24-26 inches (61-66 cm), Female: 22-24 inches (56-61 cm)	Male: 26-28 inches (66-71cm), Female: 24-26 inches (61-66 cm)	20-24 inches (51-61 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 inches (68.5 cm), Female: 25 inches (63.5 cm)	22 inches (56 cm)

Belgian Tervuren vs Doberman Pinscher vs Alaskan Husky Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Belgian Tervuren or Doberman Pinscher or Alaskan Husky? Which is more expensive?	$1200-$1400	$800-$1000	$1000-$1500
Availability Which is easier to get, Belgian Tervuren or Doberman Pinscher or Alaskan Husky?	Frequent: The Belgian Tervuren is easier than average to get.	Very frequent: The Doberman Pinscher is quite easy to get.	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.

Belgian Tervuren vs Doberman Pinscher vs Alaskan Husky Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Belgian Tervuren vs Doberman Pinscher vs Alaskan Husky intelligence:	Very smart: Belgian Tervuren is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Outstanding: Doberman Pinscher is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Belgian Tervuren vs Doberman Pinscher vs Alaskan Husky trainability comparison.	Belgian Tervuren dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Doberman Pinscher dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	A slightly harder to train than average. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Belgian Tervuren or Doberman Pinscher or Alaskan Husky?	Belgian Tervuren dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Doberman Pinscher dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Alaskan Husky dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Belgian Tervuren or Doberman Pinscher or Alaskan Husky? 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. See more.	Doberman Pinscher dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Alaskan Husky dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Belgian Tervuren vs Doberman Pinscher vs Alaskan Husky Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Belgian Tervuren or Doberman Pinscher or Alaskan Husky? Belgian Tervuren vs Doberman Pinscher vs Alaskan Husky behavior/temperament comparison:	Energetic Protective Alert Intelligent Loyal Attentive	Energetic Alert Intelligent Obedient Loyal Fearless	Agile Energetic Protective Alert Powerful Sensitive
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Sensitive: Doberman Pinscher dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	Sensitive: Alaskan Husky dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Belgian Tervuren vs Doberman Pinscher vs Alaskan Husky?	Average to High: Belgian Tervuren dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	High: Doberman Pinscher dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: Alaskan Husky dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Belgian Tervuren vs Doberman Pinscher vs Alaskan Husky social needs comparison:	Belgian Tervuren dogs are a social breed. See more.	Doberman Pinscher dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Alaskan Husky dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Belgian Tervuren dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.	Doberman Pinscher dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Alaskan Husky dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.
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. See more.	Their prey drive is low. See more.	Alaskan Husky dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Belgian Tervuren vs Doberman Pinscher vs Alaskan Husky Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Belgian Tervuren vs Doberman Pinscher vs Alaskan Husky playfulness comparison:	The Belgian Tervuren is a highly playful breed. See more.	Average: Doberman Pinschers, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Alaskan Husky is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Belgian Tervuren vs Doberman Pinscher vs Alaskan Husky?	A lot: Belgian Tervuren is a particularly loud breed. See more.	Low to Average: The Doberman Pinscher rarely barks. See more.	Average to High: The Alaskan Husky is a vocal breed. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Belgian Tervuren or Doberman Pinscher or Alaskan Husky?	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.	Very house-friendly dog the Doberman Pinscher breed.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Alaskan Husky breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Belgian Tervuren vs Doberman Pinscher vs Alaskan Husky 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.	Doberman Pinscher dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Alaskan Husky 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 Doberman Pinscher or Alaskan Husky?	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.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Belgian Tervuren vs Doberman Pinscher vs Alaskan Husky Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Belgian Tervuren or Doberman Pinscher or Alaskan Husky?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Belgian Tervuren bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Doberman Pinscher bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Alaskan Husky bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
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.	Moderate ⏺ The Doberman Pinscher has an average chance of biting somebody.	Moderate ⏺ The Alaskan Husky has an average chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Belgian Tervuren vs Doberman Pinscher vs Alaskan Husky mouthiness comparison:	Belgian Tervuren dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Doberman Pinscher dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Alaskan Husky dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Belgian Tervuren vs Doberman Pinscher vs Alaskan Husky Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Belgian Tervuren vs Doberman Pinscher vs Alaskan Husky health comparison. Which is the healthier: Belgian Tervuren vs Doberman Pinscher vs Alaskan Husky?	The Belgian Tervuren is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Doberman Pinschers are commonly healthy dogs.	Alaskan Huskys tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Belgian Tervuren vs Doberman Pinscher vs Alaskan Husky? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Belgian Tervuren vs Doberman Pinscher vs Alaskan Husky health problems comparison:	No data available	Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Wobbler's Syndrome Cardiomyopathy	Hyperthyroidism Laryngeal Paresis Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
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.	Rare The Doberman Pinscher should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Frequent The Alaskan Husky should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Belgian Tervuren vs Doberman Pinscher vs Alaskan Husky lifespan comparison. How long do Belgian Tervuren, Doberman Pinscher and Alaskan Husky breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	12-14 years The average lifespan of Belgian Tervuren: 13 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Doberman Pinscher: 11 years	9-15 years The average lifespan of Alaskan Husky: 12 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Belgian Tervuren vs Doberman Pinscher vs Alaskan Husky?	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.	Prefers warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. See more.	Prefers cold weather The Alaskan Husky can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Belgian Tervuren vs Doberman Pinscher vs Alaskan Husky Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Belgian Tervuren or Doberman Pinscher or Alaskan Husky? Belgian Tervuren vs Doberman Pinscher vs Alaskan Husky energy level comparison:	Belgian Tervuren dogs are high-energy dogs.	Doberman Pinscher dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Alaskan Husky dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Belgian Tervuren vs Doberman Pinscher vs Alaskan Husky exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Belgian Tervuren or Doberman Pinscher or Alaskan Husky? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Belgian Tervuren dogs need a lot of exercises.	Doberman Pinscher dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Alaskan Husky dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Belgian Tervuren or Doberman Pinscher or Alaskan Husky?	Belgian Tervuren dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Doberman Pinscher dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	Alaskan Husky dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Belgian Tervuren vs Doberman Pinscher vs Alaskan Husky Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Belgian Tervuren or Doberman Pinscher or Alaskan Husky?	2 to 3 cups of a high-quality dog food a day.	5 to 6 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.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Belgian Tervuren vs Doberman Pinscher vs Alaskan Husky weight gain potential comparison:	Low to Average: The Belgian Tervuren has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Doberman Pinscher has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Low to Average: The Alaskan Husky has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Belgian Tervuren vs Doberman Pinscher vs Alaskan Husky Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Belgian Tervuren vs Doberman Pinscher vs Alaskan Husky coat comparison:	Thick Double	Fine	Dense
Colors What are the original Belgian Tervuren, Doberman Pinscher and Alaskan Husky color?	Black Cream Fawn Brindle	Black Tan Red Blue White Brown	Black Gray White Blonde Orange
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Belgian Tervuren or Doberman Pinscher or Alaskan Husky? Belgian Tervuren vs Doberman Pinscher vs Alaskan Husky grooming comparison:	Average: The Belgian Tervuren requires average grooming effort. See more.	Easy to groom: The Doberman Pinscher doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Average: The Alaskan Husky requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Belgian Tervuren or Doberman Pinscher or Alaskan Husky? Belgian Tervuren or Doberman Pinscher or {name3 shedding:	Belgian Tervuren dogs shed moderately. See more.	Doberman Pinscher dogs shed moderately. See more.	Alaskan Husky dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Belgian Tervuren or Doberman Pinscher or Alaskan Husky?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.
Hypoallergenic Belgian Tervuren vs Doberman Pinscher vs Alaskan Husky hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Belgian Tervuren vs Doberman Pinscher vs Alaskan Husky?	Medium ⏺ The Belgian Tervuren has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Doberman Pinscher has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Alaskan Husky 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. See more.	The Doberman Pinscher drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed. See more.	The Alaskan Husky is an average drooler. See more.

Belgian Tervuren vs Doberman Pinscher vs Alaskan Husky 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.	Doberman Pinscher dogs are generally with other pets.	Alaskan Husky dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Belgian Tervuren or Doberman Pinscher or Alaskan Husky? Which dog is more friendly?	Belgian Tervuren dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Doberman Pinscher dogs are not stranger friendly dogs.	Alaskan Husky dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Belgian Tervuren or Doberman Pinscher or Alaskan Husky?	Belgian Tervuren dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Doberman Pinscher dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.	Alaskan Husky dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Belgian Tervuren or Doberman Pinscher or Alaskan Husky?	Belgian Tervuren dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Doberman Pinscher dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Alaskan Husky dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Belgian Tervuren or Doberman Pinscher or Alaskan Husky?	Belgian Tervuren dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Doberman Pinscher dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Alaskan Husky dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Belgian Tervuren vs Doberman Pinscher vs Alaskan Husky?	Yes Belgian Tervuren dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Doberman Pinscher dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	No Alaskan Husky dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Belgian Tervuren is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Doberman Pinscher is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Alaskan Husky 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.	Doberman Pinschers are commonly okay with elderly people.	Alaskan Huskys are commonly okay with elderly people.

Belgian Tervuren vs Doberman Pinscher vs Alaskan Husky 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. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Belgian Tervuren or Doberman Pinscher or Alaskan Husky? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
Therapy Dog Breeds
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 Doberman Pinscher vs Alaskan Husky?	Not really Belgian Tervuren breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Doberman Pinscher breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Alaskan Husky breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
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. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Fighting Dog / Military Dog	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Belgian Tervuren vs Doberman Pinscher vs Alaskan Husky 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. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.
Litter Size How many puppies can Belgian Tervuren and Doberman Pinscher and Alaskan Husky have?	6-10 puppies	6-10 puppies	4-10 puppies
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Belgian Tervuren vs Doberman Pinscher vs Alaskan Husky 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 1908 as a Working breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Pinscher and Schnauzer type 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 New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club Canadian Canine Registry	Dog Registry of America Inc.

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