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Blue Heeler vs Braque Saint - Germain vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier Comparison - Dog breed selector: Australian Cattle Dog or Braque Saint-Germain or Staff? Find the right dog for you

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Name Blue Heeler Braque Saint - Germain Staffordshire Bull Terrier
OriginsAustralia flagAustralia France flagFrance England flagEngland
Group Pastoral / Herding Dogs Gun Dog Hunting Dogs
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Australian Cattle Dog
Cattle Dog
Queensland Heeler
Red Heeler
Braque Saint-Germain
Saint Germain Pointer
Staff
Stafford
Staffy Bull
Staffy
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Blue Heeler vs Braque Saint - Germain vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Blue Heeler vs Braque Saint - Germain vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Blue Heeler or Braque Saint - Germain or Staffordshire Bull Terrier? Which is the smallest dog, Blue Heeler or Braque Saint - Germain or Staffordshire Bull Terrier?
Medium Medium Medium
Weight
Which is heavier, Blue Heeler or Braque Saint - Germain or Braque Saint - Germain? Blue Heeler vs Braque Saint - Germain vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier weight comparison:
30-62 pounds (13-28 kg) Male: 45-60 pounds (20-27 kg), Female: 40-55 pounds (18-25 kg) Males 25-38 pounds (11-17 kg), Female: 23-35 pounds (10-16 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
46 pounds (20.5 kg) Male: 52.5 pounds (20-27 kg), Female: 47.5 pounds (21.5 kg) Males 31.5 pounds (14 kg), Female: 29 pounds (13 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Blue Heeler or Braque Saint - Germain or Staffordshire Bull Terrier? Blue Heeler vs Braque Saint - Germain vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier height comparison:
Male: 17-20 inches (43-51 cm), Female: 17-19 inches (43-48 cm) Male: 22-26 inches (56-66 cm), Female: 20-24 inches (51-61 cm) Male: 14-16 inches (36-41 cm), Female: 13-15 inches (33-38 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 18.5 inches (47 cm), Female: 18 inches (45.5 cm) Male: 24 inches (61 cm), Female: 22 inches (56 cm) Male: 15 inches (38.5 cm), Female: 14 inches (35.5 cm)

Blue Heeler vs Braque Saint - Germain vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Blue Heeler or Braque Saint - Germain or Staffordshire Bull Terrier? Which is more expensive?
$400-$800 $1000-$1200 $1500-$2000
Availability
Which is easier to get, Blue Heeler or Braque Saint - Germain or Staffordshire Bull Terrier?
Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.
Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.
Very frequent: The Staffordshire Bull Terrier is quite easy to get.

Blue Heeler vs Braque Saint - Germain vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Blue Heeler vs Braque Saint - Germain vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier intelligence:
Smart: The Blue Heeler dogs have great intelligence.
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Smart: The Braque Saint - Germain 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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Trainability
Blue Heeler vs Braque Saint - Germain vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier trainability comparison.
Blue Heeler dogs are easy to train.
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Braque Saint - Germain dogs are very easy to train.
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Staffordshire Bull Terrier dogs are quite easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Blue Heeler or Braque Saint - Germain or Staffordshire Bull Terrier?
Blue Heeler dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Braque Saint - Germain dogs are average watchdogs.
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Staffordshire Bull Terrier dogs are average watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Blue Heeler or Braque Saint - Germain or Staffordshire Bull Terrier? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Blue Heeler dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Braque Saint - Germain dogs are not the best to protect their territory.
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Staffordshire Bull Terrier dogs are average defenders.
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Blue Heeler vs Braque Saint - Germain vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Blue Heeler or Braque Saint - Germain or Staffordshire Bull Terrier? Blue Heeler vs Braque Saint - Germain vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier behavior/temperament comparison:
Active
Protective
Alert
Intelligent
Hard working
Resourceful
Obedient
Loyal
Hard working
Courageous
Intelligent
Affectionate
Reliable
Bold
Fearless
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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Braque Saint - Germain dogs are less 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: Blue Heeler vs Braque Saint - Germain vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier?
Slightly Below Average: Blue Heeler dogs may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence.
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High: Braque Saint - Germain dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Staffordshire Bull Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Blue Heeler vs Braque Saint - Germain vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier social needs comparison:
Blue Heeler dogs are kinda antisocial.
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Braque Saint - Germain dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Staffordshire Bull Terrier dogs are a social breed.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
The wanderlust potential of the Blue Heeler is strong enough to escape from home.
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Braque Saint - Germain dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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The wanderlust potential of the Staffordshire Bull Terrier is strong enough to escape from home.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Blue Heeler dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Braque Saint - Germain dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Staffordshire Bull Terrier dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals.
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Blue Heeler vs Braque Saint - Germain vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Blue Heeler vs Braque Saint - Germain vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier playfulness comparison:
The Blue Heeler is a highly playful breed.
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The Braque Saint - Germain is a playful breed.
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Average: Staffordshire Bull Terriers, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Blue Heeler vs Braque Saint - Germain vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier?
Low to Average: The Blue Heeler rarely barks.
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Low: The Braque Saint - Germain barks none to minimal.
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Low: The Staffordshire Bull Terrier barks none to minimal.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Blue Heeler or Braque Saint - Germain or Staffordshire Bull Terrier?
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Blue Heeler breed.
It is not recommended to keep the Braque Saint - Germain breed in the home.
It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Staffordshire Bull Terrier indoors.

Blue Heeler vs Braque Saint - Germain vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
Average: Blue Heeler dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Braque Saint - Germain dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Average: Staffordshire Bull Terrier dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Blue Heeler or Braque Saint - Germain or Staffordshire Bull Terrier?
Blue Heeler dogs handle alone time quite well.
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.
Staffordshire Bull Terrier 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.

Blue Heeler vs Braque Saint - Germain vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Blue Heeler or Braque Saint - Germain or Staffordshire Bull Terrier?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Blue Heeler bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Braque Saint - Germain bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Staffordshire Bull Terrier bite force: Ordinary.
Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:

Low 🔽

The Blue Heeler has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Braque Saint - Germain has a low chance of biting somebody.

Moderate

The Staffordshire Bull Terrier has an average chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Blue Heeler vs Braque Saint - Germain vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier mouthiness comparison:
Blue Heeler dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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Braque Saint - Germain dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Staffordshire Bull Terrier dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Blue Heeler vs Braque Saint - Germain vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Blue Heeler vs Braque Saint - Germain vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier health comparison. Which is the healthier: Blue Heeler vs Braque Saint - Germain vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier?
Blue Heelers are commonly healthy dogs.
Very healthy dog breed.
The Staffordshire Bull Terrier 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: Blue Heeler vs Braque Saint - Germain vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Blue Heeler vs Braque Saint - Germain vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier health problems comparison:
No data available Hip Dysplasia
Cancer
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Epilepsy
Deafness
Elbow Dysplasia
Heart Disease
Demodectic Mange
Dental Problems
Aortic Stenosis
Acral Mutilation Syndrome (AMS)
Cleft Lip
Cleft Palate
Cataracts
Distichiasis
Mastocytoma
Persistent Hyperplastic Primary Vitreous
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Rare
The Blue Heeler should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Rare
The Braque Saint - Germain should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Average
The Staffordshire Bull Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Life Expectancy
Blue Heeler vs Braque Saint - Germain vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier lifespan comparison. How long do Blue Heeler, Braque Saint - Germain and Staffordshire Bull Terrier breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Blue Heeler: 13 years
11-13 years
The average lifespan of Braque Saint - Germain: 12 years
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Staffordshire Bull Terrier: 13 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Blue Heeler vs Braque Saint - Germain vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier?
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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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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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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Blue Heeler vs Braque Saint - Germain vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Blue Heeler or Braque Saint - Germain or Staffordshire Bull Terrier? Blue Heeler vs Braque Saint - Germain vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier energy level comparison:
Blue Heeler dogs are high-energy dogs.
Braque Saint - Germain dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Staffordshire Bull Terrier dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Blue Heeler vs Braque Saint - Germain vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Blue Heeler or Braque Saint - Germain or Staffordshire Bull Terrier? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Blue Heeler dogs need a lot of exercises.
Braque Saint - Germain dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Staffordshire Bull Terrier dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Blue Heeler or Braque Saint - Germain or Staffordshire Bull Terrier?
Blue Heeler dogs don't need too much sleep.
Braque Saint - Germain dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Staffordshire Bull Terrier dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.

Blue Heeler vs Braque Saint - Germain vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Blue Heeler or Braque Saint - Germain or Staffordshire Bull Terrier?
1.5 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 3 to 4.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Blue Heeler vs Braque Saint - Germain vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier weight gain potential comparison:
Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Blue Heeler's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Low to Average: The Braque Saint - Germain has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Staffordshire Bull Terrier's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Blue Heeler vs Braque Saint - Germain vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Blue Heeler vs Braque Saint - Germain vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier coat comparison:
Dense Fine
Thick
Glossy
Smooth
Colors
What are the original Blue Heeler, Braque Saint - Germain and Staffordshire Bull Terrier color?
Blue
Red speckled
Blue speckled
Blue Mottled
Red Mottled
Dull white with orange (fawn) markings Black
Red
Blue
White
Fawn
Brindle
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Blue Heeler or Braque Saint - Germain or Staffordshire Bull Terrier? Blue Heeler vs Braque Saint - Germain vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier grooming comparison:
Effortless: The Blue Heeler requires minimal grooming.
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Effortless: The Braque Saint - Germain requires minimal grooming.
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Effortless: The Staffordshire Bull Terrier requires minimal grooming.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Blue Heeler or Braque Saint - Germain or Staffordshire Bull Terrier? Blue Heeler or Braque Saint - Germain or {name3 shedding:
Blue Heeler dogs shed moderately.
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Braque Saint - Germain dogs shed moderately.
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Staffordshire Bull Terrier dogs shed none to minimal.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Blue Heeler or Braque Saint - Germain or Staffordshire Bull Terrier?
4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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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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4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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Hypoallergenic
Blue Heeler vs Braque Saint - Germain vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier 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, Blue Heeler vs Braque Saint - Germain vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier?

Medium

The Blue Heeler has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Braque Saint - Germain has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Staffordshire Bull Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?
The Blue Heeler is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Braque Saint - Germain is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Staffordshire Bull Terrier is an average drooler.
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Blue Heeler vs Braque Saint - Germain vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Blue Heeler dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Braque Saint - Germain dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Staffordshire Bull Terrier dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Blue Heeler or Braque Saint - Germain or Staffordshire Bull Terrier? Which dog is more friendly?
Blue Heeler dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Braque Saint - Germain dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Staffordshire Bull Terrier dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Blue Heeler or Braque Saint - Germain or Staffordshire Bull Terrier?
Blue Heeler dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.
Braque Saint - Germain dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Staffordshire Bull Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Blue Heeler or Braque Saint - Germain or Staffordshire Bull Terrier?
Blue Heeler dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Braque Saint - Germain dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Staffordshire Bull Terrier dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Blue Heeler or Braque Saint - Germain or Staffordshire Bull Terrier?
Blue Heeler dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Braque Saint - Germain dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Staffordshire Bull Terrier dogs are not dog-friendly.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Blue Heeler vs Braque Saint - Germain vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier?
Yes
Blue Heeler dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Braque Saint - Germain dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Staffordshire Bull Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
Blue Heeler is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Yes
Braque Saint - Germain is one of the best dog breeds for office environment
No
Staffordshire Bull Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
Blue Heelers are not the best breed for elderly people.
Braque Saint - Germains are usually recommended for elderly people.
Staffordshire Bull Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.

Blue Heeler vs Braque Saint - Germain vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier 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: Blue Heeler or Braque Saint - Germain or Staffordshire Bull Terrier? 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: Blue Heeler vs Braque Saint - Germain vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier?

Not really

Blue Heeler breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Braque Saint - Germain breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Staffordshire Bull Terrier 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.

Yes

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

Blue Heeler vs Braque Saint - Germain vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier 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 Blue Heeler and Braque Saint - Germain and Staffordshire Bull Terrier have?
1-7 puppies 6-8 puppies 5-7 puppies

Blue Heeler vs Braque Saint - Germain vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1974 as a Terrier breed.
FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI?
Not recognized by FCI. No data available Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Bull type Terriers section.
Breed Recognition
What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?
No data available 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

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