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Border Terrier vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Dachshund Comparison - Dog breed selector: Borders or Mini Aussie or Bassotto? Find the right dog for you

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Name Border Terrier Miniature Australian Shepherd Dachshund
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Borders Mini Aussie
Mini Aussie Shepherd
Mini Australian Shepherd
Miniature Aussie Shepherd
North American Shepherd
North American Miniature Australian Shepherd
Bassotto
Sausage Dog
Tekkel
Tekkel Doxie
Weenie Dog
Worshond
Teckel
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Border Terrier vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Dachshund breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Border Terrier vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Dachshund Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Border Terrier or Miniature Australian Shepherd or Dachshund? Which is the smallest dog, Border Terrier or Miniature Australian Shepherd or Dachshund?
Small Medium Small
Weight
Which is heavier, Border Terrier or Miniature Australian Shepherd or Miniature Australian Shepherd? Border Terrier vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Dachshund weight comparison:
Males 13-16 pounds (6-7 kg), Female: 11-14 pounds (5-6 kg) 20–40 pounds (9-18 kg) Toy: 8-11 pounds (3.5-5.0 kg)Standard: 16-32 pounds (7-15 kg), Miniature: 12 pounds (5.5 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Males 14.5 pounds (6.5 kg), Female: 12.5 pounds (5.5 kg) 30 pounds (13.5 kg) Toy: 9.5 pounds (3.5-5.0 kg)Standard: 24 pounds (11 kg), Miniature: 12 pounds (5.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Border Terrier or Miniature Australian Shepherd or Dachshund? Border Terrier vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Dachshund height comparison:
Male: 13-16 inches (33-41 cm), Female: 11-14 inches (28-36 cm) 13–18 inches (33-46 cm) Toy: 12 inches (30 cm)Standard: 8-11 inches (20-27 cm), Miniature: 5-7 inches (13-18 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 14.5 inches (37 cm), Female: 12.5 inches (32 cm) 15.5 inches (39.5 cm) Toy: 12 inches (30 cm)Standard: 9.5 inches (23.5 cm), Miniature: 6 inches (15.5 cm)

Border Terrier vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Dachshund Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Border Terrier or Miniature Australian Shepherd or Dachshund? Which is more expensive?
$1200-$1400 $1000-$2000 $500-$700
Availability
Which is easier to get, Border Terrier or Miniature Australian Shepherd or Dachshund?
Very frequent: The Border Terrier is quite easy to get.
Average: The Miniature Australian Shepherd is a commonly available dog breed.
Very frequent: The Dachshund is quite easy to get.

Border Terrier vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Dachshund Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Border Terrier vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Dachshund intelligence:
Smart: The Border Terrier dogs have great intelligence.
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Smart: The Miniature Australian Shepherd 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
Border Terrier vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Dachshund trainability comparison.
Border Terrier dogs are easy to train.
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Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs are very easy to train.
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Dachshund dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Border Terrier or Miniature Australian Shepherd or Dachshund?
Border Terrier dogs are good watchdogs.
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Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Dachshund dogs are average watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Border Terrier or Miniature Australian Shepherd or Dachshund? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Border Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Dachshund dogs are average defenders.
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Border Terrier vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Dachshund Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Border Terrier or Miniature Australian Shepherd or Dachshund? Border Terrier vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Dachshund behavior/temperament comparison:
Alert
Intelligent
Affectionate
Obedient
Outright
Tempered
Fearless
Active
Loving
Protective
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Good-natured
Playful
Stubborn
Courageous
Devoted
Lively
Clever
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
Border Terrier dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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Sensitive: Miniature Australian Shepherd 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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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Border Terrier vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Dachshund?
High: Border Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Average to High: Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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High: Dachshund dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Border Terrier vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Dachshund social needs comparison:
Border Terrier dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs are a social breed.
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Dachshund 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 Border Terrier is strong enough to escape from home.
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Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs are not the biggest explorers.
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Dachshund 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?
Border Terrier dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Dachshund dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Border Terrier vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Dachshund Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Border Terrier vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Dachshund playfulness comparison:
Average: Border Terriers, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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The Miniature Australian Shepherd is a highly playful breed.
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Average: Dachshunds, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Border Terrier vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Dachshund?
Average to High: The Border Terrier is a vocal breed.
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Low to Average: The Miniature Australian Shepherd rarely barks.
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A lot: Dachshund is a particularly loud breed.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Border Terrier or Miniature Australian Shepherd or Dachshund?
Very house-friendly dog the Border Terrier 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 Miniature Australian Shepherd indoors.
Apartment-friendly dog the Dachshund breed.

Border Terrier vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Dachshund Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
Border Terrier dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Dachshund dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Border Terrier or Miniature Australian Shepherd or Dachshund?
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.
Miniature 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.
Dachshund 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.

Border Terrier vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Dachshund Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Border Terrier or Miniature Australian Shepherd or Dachshund?

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Border Terrier bite force: Weak.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Miniature Australian Shepherd bite force: Ordinary.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Dachshund bite force: Weak.
Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:

Low 🔽

The Border Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Miniature Australian Shepherd has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Dachshund has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Border Terrier vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Dachshund mouthiness comparison:
Border Terrier dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Dachshund dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Border Terrier vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Dachshund Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Border Terrier vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Dachshund health comparison. Which is the healthier: Border Terrier vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Dachshund?
The Border Terrier is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The Miniature Australian Shepherd is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The Dachshund 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: Border Terrier vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Dachshund? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Border Terrier vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Dachshund health problems comparison:
Heart Murmurs
Hip Dysplasia
Patellar Luxation
Hypothyroidism
Cryptorchidism
Seizures
Malocclusions
Pulmonic Stenosis
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Drug Sensitivity
Retinal Dysplasia
Glaucoma
Juvenile Cataracts
Iris Coloboma
Legg-perthes Disease
Cancer
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Bloat
Epilepsy
Deafness
Intervertebral Disk Disease
Elbow Dysplasia
Demodectic Mange
Mitral Valve Disease
Cushing's Syndrome
Acanthosis Nigricans
Baldness
Canine Diabetes Mellitus
Lymphocytic Thyroiditis
Narcolepsy
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Average
The Border Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Average
The Miniature Australian Shepherd should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Average
The Dachshund should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Life Expectancy
Border Terrier vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Dachshund lifespan comparison. How long do Border Terrier, Miniature Australian Shepherd and Dachshund breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Border Terrier: 13 years
9-13 years
The average lifespan of Miniature Australian Shepherd: 11 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Dachshund: 13 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Border Terrier vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Dachshund?
Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Border Terrier 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 Miniature Australian Shepherd can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Prefers warm weather
Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates.
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Border Terrier vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Dachshund Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Border Terrier or Miniature Australian Shepherd or Dachshund? Border Terrier vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Dachshund energy level comparison:
Border Terrier dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs are high-energy dogs.
Dachshund 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
Border Terrier vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Dachshund exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Border Terrier or Miniature Australian Shepherd or Dachshund? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Border Terrier dogs have an average exercise need.
Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs need a lot of exercises.
Dachshund dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Border Terrier or Miniature Australian Shepherd or Dachshund?
Border Terrier dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dachshund dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.

Border Terrier vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Dachshund Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Border Terrier or Miniature Australian Shepherd or Dachshund?
1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 1 to 2 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? Border Terrier vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Dachshund weight gain potential comparison:
High: The Border Terrier breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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Average: The Miniature Australian Shepherd has an average risk for obesity.
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High: The Dachshund breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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Border Terrier vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Dachshund Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Border Terrier vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Dachshund coat comparison:
Rough Feathered Fine
Colors
What are the original Border Terrier, Miniature Australian Shepherd and Dachshund color?
Tan
Red
Blue
Grizzle
Wheaten
Red
Red Merle
White & Black & Tan
Blue Merle
Black
Tan
Red
Blue
White
Silver
Brown
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Border Terrier or Miniature Australian Shepherd or Dachshund? Border Terrier vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Dachshund grooming comparison:
Average: The Border Terrier requires average grooming effort.
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Average: The Miniature Australian Shepherd requires average grooming effort.
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Easy to groom: The Dachshund doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Border Terrier or Miniature Australian Shepherd or Dachshund? Border Terrier or Miniature Australian Shepherd or {name3 shedding:
Border Terrier dogs shed none to minimal.
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Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs shed moderately.
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Dachshund dogs shed none to minimal.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Border Terrier or Miniature Australian Shepherd or Dachshund?
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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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
Border Terrier vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Dachshund 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, Border Terrier vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Dachshund?

Medium

The Border Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Miniature Australian Shepherd has an average chance of bad smell.

Low 🔽

The Dachshund has a low chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?
The Border Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Miniature Australian Shepherd is an average drooler.
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The Dachshund is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Border Terrier vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Dachshund Good With Comparison

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

Border Terrier vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Dachshund 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: Border Terrier or Miniature Australian Shepherd or Dachshund? 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?

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: Border Terrier vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Dachshund?

Not really

Border Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

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

Dachshund 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.

Border Terrier vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Dachshund 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 Border Terrier and Miniature Australian Shepherd and Dachshund have?
2-8 puppies 2-6 puppies 4-8 puppies

Border Terrier vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Dachshund 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 1885 as a Hound breed.
FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI?
Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Large and medium sized Terriers section. Not recognized by FCI. Recognized by FCI in the Dachshunds group, in the 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.
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
Border Terrier Club Of America, Inc.
Club Espanol De Terriers
America's Pet Registry
American Canine Association, Inc.
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
Canadian Canine Registry

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