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Boston Terrier vs Papillon vs Miniature Australian Shepherd Comparison - Dog breed selector: American Gentlemen or Continental Toy Spaniel or Mini Aussie? Find the right dog for you

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Name Boston Terrier Papillon Miniature Australian Shepherd
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Group Companion Dogs Companion Dogs Pastoral / Herding Dogs
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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Boston Terrier, Papillon, and Miniature Australian Shepherd breeds.
American Gentlemen
Boston Bull Terrier
Boxwood
Boston Bull
Continental Toy Spaniel
Epagneul Nain
Epagneul Nain Continental
Phalène
Squirrel Dog
Butterfly Dog
Mini Aussie
Mini Aussie Shepherd
Mini Australian Shepherd
Miniature Aussie Shepherd
North American Shepherd
North American Miniature Australian Shepherd
Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between Boston Terrier, Papillon, and Miniature Australian Shepherd? Compare their breeding categories.
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Boston Terrier vs Papillon vs Miniature Australian Shepherd Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Compare size differences between Boston Terrier, Papillon, and Miniature Australian Shepherd. Which breed is the largest?
Small Small Medium
Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between Boston Terrier, Papillon, and Miniature Australian Shepherd? Compare adult weight ranges.
10-25 pounds (6-11kg) Male: 8-10 pounds (4-5 kg), Female: 7-9 pounds (3-4 kg) 20–40 pounds (9-18 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
17.5 pounds (8.5 kg) Male: 9 pounds (4.5 kg), Female: 8 pounds (3.5 kg) 30 pounds (13.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Boston Terrier or Papillon or Miniature Australian Shepherd? Boston Terrier vs Papillon vs Miniature Australian Shepherd height comparison:
15-17 inches (38-43 cm) Male: 8-11 inches (20-28 cm), Female: 8-11 inches (20-28 cm) 13–18 inches (33-46 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
16 inches (40.5 cm) Male: 9.5 inches (24 cm), Female: 9.5 inches (24 cm) 15.5 inches (39.5 cm)

Boston Terrier vs Papillon vs Miniature Australian Shepherd Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range
Compare puppy costs for Boston Terrier, Papillon, and Miniature Australian Shepherd. Find price differences between these breeds.
$600-$800 $400-$600 $1000-$2000
Availability
Which is easier to get, Boston Terrier or Papillon or Miniature Australian Shepherd?
Very frequent: The Boston Terrier is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Papillon is quite easy to get.
Average: The Miniature Australian Shepherd is a commonly available dog breed.

Boston Terrier vs Papillon vs Miniature Australian Shepherd Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between Boston Terrier, Papillon, and Miniature Australian Shepherd. Which breed ranks highest?
Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Outstanding: Papillon is one of the brightest dog breeds.
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Smart: The Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs have great intelligence.
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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between Boston Terrier, Papillon, and Miniature Australian Shepherd. Which is easiest to train?
Boston Terrier dogs are quite easy to train.
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Papillon dogs are easy to train.
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Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs are very easy to train.
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Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of Boston Terrier, Papillon, and Miniature Australian Shepherd. Which breed is most alert?
Boston Terrier dogs are average watchdogs.
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Papillon dogs are average watchdogs.
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Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between Boston Terrier, Papillon, and Miniature Australian Shepherd. Which breed is most protective?
Boston Terrier dogs are average defenders.
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Papillon dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Boston Terrier vs Papillon vs Miniature Australian Shepherd Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between Boston Terrier, Papillon, and Miniature Australian Shepherd? Compare temperaments.
Playful
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Aggressive
Happy
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Active
Loving
Protective
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Good-natured
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
Sensitive: Boston Terrier dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Papillon 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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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Boston Terrier vs Papillon vs Miniature Australian Shepherd?
High: Boston Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Papillon 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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Social Needs
Boston Terrier vs Papillon vs Miniature Australian Shepherd social needs comparison:
Boston Terrier dogs are a social breed.
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Papillon dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs are a social breed.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Boston Terrier dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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Papillon dogs are not the biggest explorers.
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Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs are not the biggest explorers.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Boston 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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Papillon dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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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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Boston Terrier vs Papillon vs Miniature Australian Shepherd Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of Boston Terrier, Papillon, and Miniature Australian Shepherd. Which breed is most vocal?
Low to Average: The Boston Terrier rarely barks.
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A lot: Papillon is a particularly loud breed.
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Low to Average: The Miniature Australian Shepherd rarely barks.
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between Boston Terrier, Papillon, and Miniature Australian Shepherd. Which breed is most playful?
Average: Boston Terriers, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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The Papillon is a highly playful breed.
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The Miniature Australian Shepherd is a highly playful breed.
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Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of Boston Terrier, Papillon, and Miniature Australian Shepherd. Which adapts best to small spaces?
Very house-friendly dog the Boston 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 Papillon indoors.
It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Miniature Australian Shepherd indoors.

Boston Terrier vs Papillon vs Miniature Australian Shepherd Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between Boston Terrier, Papillon, and Miniature Australian Shepherd. Which breed is most flexible?
Boston Terrier dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Papillon 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.
Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: Boston Terrier or Papillon or Miniature Australian Shepherd?
Boston 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.
Papillon dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
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.

Boston Terrier vs Papillon vs Miniature Australian Shepherd Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between Boston Terrier, Papillon, and Miniature Australian Shepherd. Which has lowest bite risk?

Moderate

The Boston Terrier has an average chance of biting somebody.

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The Papillon has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Miniature Australian Shepherd has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between Boston Terrier, Papillon, and Miniature Australian Shepherd. Which uses mouth most during play?
Boston Terrier dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Papillon dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, 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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Bite Strength Rating
Compare bite forces between Boston Terrier, Papillon, and Miniature Australian Shepherd. Which has the strongest bite?

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Boston Terrier bite force: Weak.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Papillon bite force: Weak.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Miniature Australian Shepherd bite force: Ordinary.

Boston Terrier vs Papillon vs Miniature Australian Shepherd Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of Boston Terrier, Papillon, and Miniature Australian Shepherd. Which breed lives longest?
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Boston Terrier: 13 years
12-16 years
The average lifespan of Papillon: 14 years
9-13 years
The average lifespan of Miniature Australian Shepherd: 11 years
Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between Boston Terrier, Papillon, and Miniature Australian Shepherd. Which handles climate changes best?
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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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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Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in Boston Terrier, Papillon, and Miniature Australian Shepherd. Which has fewer health issues?
The Boston Terrier is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The Papillon 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.
Vet Care Frequency
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Average
The Boston Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Average
The Papillon 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.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Boston Terrier vs Papillon vs Miniature Australian Shepherd? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Boston Terrier vs Papillon vs Miniature Australian Shepherd health problems comparison:
Cataracts
Heart Murmurs
Patellar Luxation
Allergies
Deafness
Cherry Eye
Brain Tumors
Megaesophagus
Reverse Sneezing
Collapsed Trachea
Open Fontanel
Patellar Luxation
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Hypoglycemia
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Drug Sensitivity
Retinal Dysplasia
Glaucoma
Juvenile Cataracts
Iris Coloboma

Boston Terrier vs Papillon vs Miniature Australian Shepherd Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating
Compare energy levels between Boston Terrier, Papillon, and Miniature Australian Shepherd. Which breed is most active?
Boston Terrier dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Papillon dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs are high-energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Boston Terrier vs Papillon vs Miniature Australian Shepherd exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Boston Terrier or Papillon or Miniature Australian Shepherd? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Boston Terrier dogs have an average exercise need.
Papillon dogs need a lot of exercises.
Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Boston Terrier or Papillon or Miniature Australian Shepherd?
Boston Terrier dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Papillon 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.

Boston Terrier vs Papillon vs Miniature Australian Shepherd Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between Boston Terrier, Papillon, and Miniature Australian Shepherd. Which is most prone to obesity?
Average: The Boston Terrier has an average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Papillon has an average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Miniature Australian Shepherd has an average risk for obesity.
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between Boston Terrier, Papillon, and Miniature Australian Shepherd. Which needs most food?
0.5 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 1/4 to 1 cup 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.

Boston Terrier vs Papillon vs Miniature Australian Shepherd Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Boston Terrier, Papillon, and Miniature Australian Shepherd. Which is best for allergy sufferers?
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between Boston Terrier, Papillon, and Miniature Australian Shepherd. What colors are available?
Black
White
Brindle
Seal
Black
Tan
Red
White
Sable
Lemon
Red
Red Merle
White & Black & Tan
Blue Merle
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between Boston Terrier, Papillon, and Miniature Australian Shepherd. Which requires most maintenance?
Effortless: The Boston Terrier requires minimal grooming.
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Average: The Papillon requires average grooming effort.
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Average: The Miniature Australian Shepherd requires average grooming effort.
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Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between Boston Terrier, Papillon, and Miniature Australian Shepherd. Which drools least?
The Boston Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Papillon 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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Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between Boston Terrier, Papillon, and Miniature Australian Shepherd. Which has least natural smell?

Medium

The Boston Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.

Low 🔽

The Papillon has a low chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Miniature Australian Shepherd has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between Boston Terrier, Papillon, and Miniature Australian Shepherd. How do their fur characteristics differ?
Fine Feathered Feathered
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between Boston Terrier, Papillon, and Miniature Australian Shepherd. Which requires most frequent baths?
3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Boston Terrier or Papillon or Miniature Australian Shepherd? Boston Terrier or Papillon or {name3 shedding:
Boston Terrier dogs shed moderately.
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Papillon dogs shed none to minimal.
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Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs shed moderately.
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Boston Terrier vs Papillon vs Miniature Australian Shepherd Good With Comparison

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

Boston Terrier vs Papillon vs Miniature Australian Shepherd As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between Boston Terrier, Papillon, and Miniature Australian Shepherd. Which is best suited for service work?

Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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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 Work Suitability
Compare therapy dog potential between Boston Terrier, Papillon, and Miniature Australian Shepherd. Which excels in therapy work?

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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Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between Boston Terrier, Papillon, and Miniature Australian Shepherd. Which has best nose work ability?

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 & Rescue Potential
Compare search and rescue potential between Boston Terrier, Papillon, and Miniature Australian Shepherd. Which is best for SAR work?

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.
Maritime Work Ability
Compare boating aptitude between Boston Terrier, Papillon, and Miniature Australian Shepherd. Which is best suited for water work?

Not really

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

Papillon 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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Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between Boston Terrier, Papillon, and Miniature Australian Shepherd. Which is best for draft work?

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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Military Service Background
Compare military service history of Boston Terrier, Papillon, and Miniature Australian Shepherd. Which has most military use?

Yes

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

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.

Boston Terrier vs Papillon vs Miniature Australian Shepherd Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of Boston Terrier, Papillon, and Miniature Australian Shepherd. Which has most puppies?
3-5 puppies 2-4 puppies 2-6 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of Boston Terrier, Papillon, and Miniature Australian Shepherd. Any breeding differences?
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Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between Boston Terrier, Papillon, and Miniature Australian Shepherd. What's recommended?

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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Boston Terrier vs Papillon vs Miniature Australian Shepherd Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for Boston Terrier, Papillon, and Miniature Australian Shepherd. How are they classified?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1893 as a Non-Sporting breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1915 as a Toy breed. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for Boston Terrier, Papillon, and Miniature Australian Shepherd. How are they classified internationally?
Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Small Molossian type Dogs section. Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Continental Toy Spaniel and Russian Toy section. Not recognized by FCI.
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of Boston Terrier, Papillon, and Miniature Australian Shepherd. Which has most recognition?
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
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
America's Pet Registry
American Canine Association, Inc.

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