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Bluetick Coonhound vs McNab vs Wirehaired Vizsla Comparison - Dog breed selector: Bluetick Hound or McNab Herding Dog or Hungarian Wirehaired Vizsla? Find the right dog for you

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Name Bluetick Coonhound McNab Wirehaired Vizsla
OriginsUnited States flagUnited States United States flagUnited States Hungary flagHungary
Group Hunting Dogs Pastoral / Herding Dogs Gun Dog
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Bluetick Hound McNab Herding Dog
McNab Sheepdog
McNab Border Collie
Hungarian Wirehaired Vizsla
Drótszőrű magyar vizsla
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Bluetick Coonhound vs McNab vs Wirehaired Vizsla breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Bluetick Coonhound vs McNab vs Wirehaired Vizsla Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Bluetick Coonhound or McNab or Wirehaired Vizsla? Which is the smallest dog, Bluetick Coonhound or McNab or Wirehaired Vizsla?
Large Medium Medium
Weight
Which is heavier, Bluetick Coonhound or McNab or McNab? Bluetick Coonhound vs McNab vs Wirehaired Vizsla weight comparison:
45-80 pounds (20-36 kg) Male: 35-65 lbs (16-30 kg), Female: 30-50 lbs (14-23 kg) Male: 45-60 pounds (20-27 kg), Female: 40-55 pounds (18-25 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
62.5 pounds (28 kg) Male: 35-65 lbs (23 kg), Female: 30-50 lbs (18.5 kg) Male: 52.5 pounds (23.5 kg), Female: 47.5 pounds (21.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Bluetick Coonhound or McNab or Wirehaired Vizsla? Bluetick Coonhound vs McNab vs Wirehaired Vizsla height comparison:
20-27 inches (51-69 cm) Male: 18-25 inches (45-64 cm), Female: 16-21 inches (40-54 cm) Male: 23-25 inches (57-64 cm), Female: 21-23.5 inches (53-60 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
23.5 inches (60 cm) Male: 21.5 inches (54.5 cm), Female: 18.5 inches (47 cm) Male: 24 inches (60.5 cm), Female: 21-23.5 inches (56.5 cm)

Bluetick Coonhound vs McNab vs Wirehaired Vizsla Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Bluetick Coonhound or McNab or Wirehaired Vizsla? Which is more expensive?
$500-$600 $300-$500 $800-$1000
Availability
Which is easier to get, Bluetick Coonhound or McNab or Wirehaired Vizsla?
Frequent: The Bluetick Coonhound is easier than average to get.
Average: The McNab is a commonly available dog breed.
Frequent: The Wirehaired Vizsla is easier than average to get.

Bluetick Coonhound vs McNab vs Wirehaired Vizsla Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Bluetick Coonhound vs McNab vs Wirehaired Vizsla intelligence:
Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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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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Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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Trainability
Bluetick Coonhound vs McNab vs Wirehaired Vizsla trainability comparison.
Bluetick Coonhound dogs are easy to train.
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McNab dogs are quite easy to train.
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Wirehaired Vizsla dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Bluetick Coonhound or McNab or Wirehaired Vizsla?
Bluetick Coonhound dogs are not the best choice if you want a good watchdog.
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McNab dogs are average watchdogs.
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Wirehaired Vizsla dogs are good watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Bluetick Coonhound or McNab or Wirehaired Vizsla? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Bluetick Coonhound dogs can't provide protection for their territory.
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McNab dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Wirehaired Vizsla dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Bluetick Coonhound vs McNab vs Wirehaired Vizsla Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Bluetick Coonhound or McNab or Wirehaired Vizsla? Bluetick Coonhound vs McNab vs Wirehaired Vizsla behavior/temperament comparison:
Active
Friendly
Gentle
Protective
Friendly
Obedient
Sociable
Hard
Working
Mannered
Loving
Protective
Intelligent
Friendly
Loyal
Going
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
Sensitive: Bluetick Coonhound dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Sensitive: Wirehaired Vizsla 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: Bluetick Coonhound vs McNab vs Wirehaired Vizsla?
High: Bluetick Coonhound dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: McNab dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Wirehaired Vizsla dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Bluetick Coonhound vs McNab vs Wirehaired Vizsla social needs comparison:
Bluetick Coonhound dogs need for social interaction is average.
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McNab dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Wirehaired Vizsla dogs are kinda antisocial.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Bluetick Coonhound dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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McNab dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Wirehaired Vizsla 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?
Bluetick Coonhound dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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McNab 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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Wirehaired Vizsla dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals.
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Bluetick Coonhound vs McNab vs Wirehaired Vizsla Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Bluetick Coonhound vs McNab vs Wirehaired Vizsla playfulness comparison:
Average: Bluetick Coonhounds, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Average: McNabs, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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The Wirehaired Vizsla is a playful breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Bluetick Coonhound vs McNab vs Wirehaired Vizsla?
A lot: Bluetick Coonhound is a particularly loud breed.
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Low to Average: The McNab rarely barks.
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Low: The Wirehaired Vizsla barks none to minimal.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Bluetick Coonhound or McNab or Wirehaired Vizsla?
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Bluetick Coonhound breed.
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 McNab indoors.
It is not recommended to keep the Wirehaired Vizsla breed in the home.

Bluetick Coonhound vs McNab vs Wirehaired Vizsla Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
Bluetick Coonhound dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Average: McNab dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Wirehaired Vizsla dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Bluetick Coonhound or McNab or Wirehaired Vizsla?
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.
Wirehaired Vizsla dogs handle alone time quite well.

Bluetick Coonhound vs McNab vs Wirehaired Vizsla Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Bluetick Coonhound or McNab or Wirehaired Vizsla?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Bluetick Coonhound bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

McNab bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Wirehaired Vizsla bite force: Ordinary.
Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:

Low 🔽

The Bluetick Coonhound has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The McNab has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Wirehaired Vizsla has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Bluetick Coonhound vs McNab vs Wirehaired Vizsla mouthiness comparison:
Bluetick Coonhound dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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McNab dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Wirehaired Vizsla dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Bluetick Coonhound vs McNab vs Wirehaired Vizsla Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Bluetick Coonhound vs McNab vs Wirehaired Vizsla health comparison. Which is the healthier: Bluetick Coonhound vs McNab vs Wirehaired Vizsla?
Bluetick Coonhounds tend to have a lot and frequent health issues.
The McNab is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The Wirehaired Vizsla 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: Bluetick Coonhound vs McNab vs Wirehaired Vizsla? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Bluetick Coonhound vs McNab vs Wirehaired Vizsla health problems comparison:
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Bloat
Krabbe's Disease
Primary Lens Luxation Hip Dysplasia
Cancer
Hypothyroidism
Epilepsy
Ear Infections
Elbow Dysplasia
Skin Allergies
Eye Infections
Kidney Issues
Addison's Disease
Cushing's Syndrome
Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
Autoimmune Hemolytic Anemia
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Frequent
The Bluetick Coonhound should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Average
The McNab should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Average
The Wirehaired Vizsla should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Life Expectancy
Bluetick Coonhound vs McNab vs Wirehaired Vizsla lifespan comparison. How long do Bluetick Coonhound, McNab and Wirehaired Vizsla breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Bluetick Coonhound: 11 years
13-15 years
The average lifespan of McNab: 14 years
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Wirehaired Vizsla: 13 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Bluetick Coonhound vs McNab vs Wirehaired Vizsla?
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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Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
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Bluetick Coonhound vs McNab vs Wirehaired Vizsla Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Bluetick Coonhound or McNab or Wirehaired Vizsla? Bluetick Coonhound vs McNab vs Wirehaired Vizsla energy level comparison:
Bluetick Coonhound dogs are high-energy dogs.
McNab dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Wirehaired Vizsla dogs are high-energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Bluetick Coonhound vs McNab vs Wirehaired Vizsla exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Bluetick Coonhound or McNab or Wirehaired Vizsla? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Bluetick Coonhound dogs need a lot of exercises.
McNab dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Wirehaired Vizsla dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Bluetick Coonhound or McNab or Wirehaired Vizsla?
Bluetick Coonhound dogs don't need too much sleep.
McNab dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Wirehaired Vizsla dogs don't need too much sleep.

Bluetick Coonhound vs McNab vs Wirehaired Vizsla Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Bluetick Coonhound or McNab or Wirehaired Vizsla?
3 to 5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, divided into two meals. 1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three meals. 2.5 to 3 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? Bluetick Coonhound vs McNab vs Wirehaired Vizsla weight gain potential comparison:
Average: The Bluetick Coonhound has an average risk for obesity.
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Average: The McNab has an average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Wirehaired Vizsla has an average risk for obesity.
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Bluetick Coonhound vs McNab vs Wirehaired Vizsla Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Bluetick Coonhound vs McNab vs Wirehaired Vizsla coat comparison:
Fine Smooth Wiry
Colors
What are the original Bluetick Coonhound, McNab and Wirehaired Vizsla color?
Black
Tan
Blue
Ticked
Black
White
Brown
Tricolor
Golden
Russet
Reddish-Brown
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Bluetick Coonhound or McNab or Wirehaired Vizsla? Bluetick Coonhound vs McNab vs Wirehaired Vizsla grooming comparison:
Effortless: The Bluetick Coonhound requires minimal grooming.
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Average: The McNab requires average grooming effort.
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Easy to groom: The Wirehaired Vizsla doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Bluetick Coonhound or McNab or Wirehaired Vizsla? Bluetick Coonhound or McNab or {name3 shedding:
Bluetick Coonhound dogs shed moderately.
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McNab dogs shed moderately.
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Wirehaired Vizsla dogs shed none to minimal.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Bluetick Coonhound or McNab or Wirehaired Vizsla?
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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8-12 weeks
Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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Hypoallergenic
Bluetick Coonhound vs McNab vs Wirehaired Vizsla 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, Bluetick Coonhound vs McNab vs Wirehaired Vizsla?

Medium

The Bluetick Coonhound has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The McNab has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Wirehaired Vizsla has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?
The Bluetick Coonhound is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency.
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The McNab is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Wirehaired Vizsla is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Bluetick Coonhound vs McNab vs Wirehaired Vizsla Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Bluetick Coonhound dogs are generally with other pets.
McNab dogs are generally with other pets.
Wirehaired Vizsla dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Bluetick Coonhound or McNab or Wirehaired Vizsla? Which dog is more friendly?
Bluetick Coonhound dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
McNab dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Wirehaired Vizsla dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Bluetick Coonhound or McNab or Wirehaired Vizsla?
Bluetick Coonhound dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
McNab dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Wirehaired Vizsla dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Bluetick Coonhound or McNab or Wirehaired Vizsla?
Bluetick Coonhound dogs are average friendly towards cats.
McNab dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Wirehaired Vizsla dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Bluetick Coonhound or McNab or Wirehaired Vizsla?
Bluetick Coonhound dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
McNab dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Wirehaired Vizsla dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Bluetick Coonhound vs McNab vs Wirehaired Vizsla?
Yes
Bluetick Coonhound dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
McNab dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Wirehaired Vizsla dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
Bluetick Coonhound is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
McNab is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Wirehaired Vizsla is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
Bluetick Coonhounds are usually recommended for elderly people.
McNabs are usually recommended for elderly people.
Wirehaired Vizslas are usually recommended for elderly people.

Bluetick Coonhound vs McNab vs Wirehaired Vizsla 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: Bluetick Coonhound or McNab or Wirehaired Vizsla? 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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Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog
Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?

Yes

After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.

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?

Yes

This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog
Which one could be a boat dog: Bluetick Coonhound vs McNab vs Wirehaired Vizsla?

Not really

Bluetick Coonhound breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

McNab breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Yes

Wirehaired Vizsla breed usually likes 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.

Bluetick Coonhound vs McNab vs Wirehaired Vizsla 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 Bluetick Coonhound and McNab and Wirehaired Vizsla have?
6-8 puppies 4-6 puppies 6-10 puppies

Bluetick Coonhound vs McNab vs Wirehaired Vizsla Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2009 as a Hound breed. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2014 as a Sporting breed.
FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI?
Not recognized by FCI. Not recognized by FCI. Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the Continental Pointing Dogs section.
Breed Recognition
What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?
American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
National Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc. American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
American Rare Breed Association

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