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Boxer vs Belgian Malinois vs Doberman Pinscher Comparison - Dog breed selector: Deutscher Boxer or Malinois or Doberman? Find the right dog for you

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Name Boxer Belgian Malinois Doberman Pinscher
OriginsGermany flagGermany Belgium flagBelgium Germany flagGermany
Group Working Dogs Pastoral / Herding Dogs Working Dogs
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Deutscher Boxer
German Boxer
Malinois Doberman
Dobermann
Dobynm
Dobie
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Boxer vs Belgian Malinois vs Doberman Pinscher breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Boxer vs Belgian Malinois vs Doberman Pinscher Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Boxer or Belgian Malinois or Doberman Pinscher? Which is the smallest dog, Boxer or Belgian Malinois or Doberman Pinscher?
Medium Large Medium
Weight
Which is heavier, Boxer or Belgian Malinois or Belgian Malinois? Boxer vs Belgian Malinois vs Doberman Pinscher weight comparison:
Male: 60-70 pounds (27-32 kg), Female: 53-65 pounds (24-29 kg) Male: 65-75 pounds (29-34 kg), Female: 60-70 pounds (27-32 kg) Male: 88-99 pounds (40-45 kg), Female: 71-77 pounds (32-35 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 65 pounds (29.5 kg), Female: 59 pounds (26.5 kg) Male: 70 pounds (31.5 kg), Female: 65 pounds (29.5 kg) Male: 93.5 pounds (42.5 kg), Female: 74 pounds (33.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Boxer or Belgian Malinois or Doberman Pinscher? Boxer vs Belgian Malinois vs Doberman Pinscher height comparison:
Male: 22-25 inches (56-63 cm), Female: 21-24 inches (53-61 cm) Male: 24-26 inches (61-66 cm), Female: 22-24 inches (56-61 cm) Male: 26-28 inches (66-71cm), Female: 24-26 inches (61-66 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 23.5 inches (59.5 cm), Female: 22.5 inches (57 cm) Male: 25 inches (63.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (58.5 cm) Male: 27 inches (68.5 cm), Female: 25 inches (63.5 cm)

Boxer vs Belgian Malinois vs Doberman Pinscher Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Boxer or Belgian Malinois or Doberman Pinscher? Which is more expensive?
$600-$1200 $1200-$1400 $800-$1000
Availability
Which is easier to get, Boxer or Belgian Malinois or Doberman Pinscher?
Very frequent: The Boxer is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Belgian Malinois is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Doberman Pinscher is quite easy to get.

Boxer vs Belgian Malinois vs Doberman Pinscher Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Boxer vs Belgian Malinois vs Doberman Pinscher intelligence:
Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Very smart: Belgian Malinois is an excellent dog breed.
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Outstanding: Doberman Pinscher is one of the brightest dog breeds.
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Trainability
Boxer vs Belgian Malinois vs Doberman Pinscher trainability comparison.
Boxer dogs are quite easy to train.
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Belgian Malinois dogs are very easy to train.
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Doberman Pinscher dogs are quite easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Boxer or Belgian Malinois or Doberman Pinscher?
Boxer dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Belgian Malinois dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Doberman Pinscher dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Boxer or Belgian Malinois or Doberman Pinscher? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Boxer dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Belgian Malinois dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Doberman Pinscher dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Boxer vs Belgian Malinois vs Doberman Pinscher Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Boxer or Belgian Malinois or Doberman Pinscher? Boxer vs Belgian Malinois vs Doberman Pinscher behavior/temperament comparison:
Playful
Energetic
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Loyal
Fearless
Brave
Bright
Active
Stubborn
Protective
Alert
Confident
Friendly
Watchful
Hard working
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Obedient
Loyal
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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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Sensitive: Doberman Pinscher 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: Boxer vs Belgian Malinois vs Doberman Pinscher?
High: Boxer dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Slightly Below Average: Belgian Malinois dogs may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence.
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High: Doberman Pinscher dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Boxer vs Belgian Malinois vs Doberman Pinscher social needs comparison:
Boxer dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Belgian Malinois dogs are a social breed.
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Doberman Pinscher dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Boxer dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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The wanderlust potential of the Belgian Malinois is strong enough to escape from home.
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Doberman Pinscher dogs tend to escape less than other breeds.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Boxer 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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Belgian Malinois 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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Their prey drive is low.
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Boxer vs Belgian Malinois vs Doberman Pinscher Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Boxer vs Belgian Malinois vs Doberman Pinscher playfulness comparison:
The Boxer is a playful breed.
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The Belgian Malinois is a highly playful breed.
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Average: Doberman Pinschers, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Boxer vs Belgian Malinois vs Doberman Pinscher?
Low to Average: The Boxer rarely barks.
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Average to High: The Belgian Malinois is a vocal breed.
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Low to Average: The Doberman Pinscher rarely barks.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Boxer or Belgian Malinois or Doberman Pinscher?
Apartment-friendly dog the Boxer 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 Belgian Malinois indoors.
Very house-friendly dog the Doberman Pinscher breed.

Boxer vs Belgian Malinois vs Doberman Pinscher Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
Boxer dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Belgian Malinois dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Doberman Pinscher dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Boxer or Belgian Malinois or Doberman Pinscher?
Boxer dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
Belgian Malinois dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Boxer vs Belgian Malinois vs Doberman Pinscher Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Boxer or Belgian Malinois or Doberman Pinscher?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Boxer bite force: Ordinary.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Belgian Malinois bite force: Weak.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

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

Low 🔽

The Boxer has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Belgian Malinois has a low chance of biting somebody.

Moderate

The Doberman Pinscher has an average chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Boxer vs Belgian Malinois vs Doberman Pinscher mouthiness comparison:
Boxer dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Belgian Malinois dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Doberman Pinscher dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Boxer vs Belgian Malinois vs Doberman Pinscher Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Boxer vs Belgian Malinois vs Doberman Pinscher health comparison. Which is the healthier: Boxer vs Belgian Malinois vs Doberman Pinscher?
The Boxer is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The Belgian Malinois is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Doberman Pinschers are commonly healthy dogs.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Boxer vs Belgian Malinois vs Doberman Pinscher? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Boxer vs Belgian Malinois vs Doberman Pinscher health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Cancer
Hypothyroidism
Bloat
Deafness
Demodectic Mange
Aortic Stenosis
Boxer Cardiomyopathy
Corneal Dystrophy
Hip Dysplasia
Eye Problems
Epilepsy
Elbow Dysplasia
Hip Dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Von Willebrand's Disease
Wobbler's Syndrome
Cardiomyopathy
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Average
The Boxer should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Average
The Belgian Malinois should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Rare
The Doberman Pinscher should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Life Expectancy
Boxer vs Belgian Malinois vs Doberman Pinscher lifespan comparison. How long do Boxer, Belgian Malinois and Doberman Pinscher breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Boxer: 11 years
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Belgian Malinois: 13 years
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Doberman Pinscher: 11 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Boxer vs Belgian Malinois vs Doberman Pinscher?
Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
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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 warm weather
Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates.
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Boxer vs Belgian Malinois vs Doberman Pinscher Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Boxer or Belgian Malinois or Doberman Pinscher? Boxer vs Belgian Malinois vs Doberman Pinscher energy level comparison:
Boxer dogs are high-energy dogs.
Belgian Malinois dogs are high-energy dogs.
Doberman Pinscher dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Boxer vs Belgian Malinois vs Doberman Pinscher exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Boxer or Belgian Malinois or Doberman Pinscher? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Boxer dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Belgian Malinois dogs need a lot of exercises.
Doberman Pinscher dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Boxer or Belgian Malinois or Doberman Pinscher?
Boxer dogs don't need too much sleep.
Belgian Malinois dogs don't need too much sleep.
Doberman Pinscher dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.

Boxer vs Belgian Malinois vs Doberman Pinscher Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Boxer or Belgian Malinois or Doberman Pinscher?
Recommended daily amount: 2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 5 to 6 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? Boxer vs Belgian Malinois vs Doberman Pinscher weight gain potential comparison:
Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Boxer's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Low to Average: The Belgian Malinois has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Doberman Pinscher has an average risk for obesity.
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Boxer vs Belgian Malinois vs Doberman Pinscher Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Boxer vs Belgian Malinois vs Doberman Pinscher coat comparison:
Waterproof Weather-resistant
Straight
Fine
Colors
What are the original Boxer, Belgian Malinois and Doberman Pinscher color?
White
Fawn
Brindle
Black
Cream
Fawn
Brindle
Black
Tan
Red
Blue
White
Brown
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Boxer or Belgian Malinois or Doberman Pinscher? Boxer vs Belgian Malinois vs Doberman Pinscher grooming comparison:
Effortless: The Boxer requires minimal grooming.
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Average: The Belgian Malinois requires average grooming effort.
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Easy to groom: The Doberman Pinscher doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Boxer or Belgian Malinois or Doberman Pinscher? Boxer or Belgian Malinois or {name3 shedding:
Boxer dogs shed moderately.
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Belgian Malinois dogs shed moderately.
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Doberman Pinscher dogs shed moderately.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Boxer or Belgian Malinois or Doberman Pinscher?
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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8-12 weeks
Very 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
Boxer vs Belgian Malinois vs Doberman Pinscher 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, Boxer vs Belgian Malinois vs Doberman Pinscher?

High 🔼

The Boxer has a high chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Belgian Malinois has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Doberman Pinscher has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?
The Boxer is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency.
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The Belgian Malinois is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Doberman Pinscher drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed.
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Boxer vs Belgian Malinois vs Doberman Pinscher Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Boxer dogs are generally with other pets.
Belgian Malinois dogs are generally with other pets.
Doberman Pinscher dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Boxer or Belgian Malinois or Doberman Pinscher? Which dog is more friendly?
Boxer dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Belgian Malinois dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Doberman Pinscher dogs are not stranger friendly dogs.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Boxer or Belgian Malinois or Doberman Pinscher?
Boxer dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Belgian Malinois dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Doberman Pinscher dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Boxer or Belgian Malinois or Doberman Pinscher?
Boxer dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Belgian Malinois dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Doberman Pinscher dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Boxer or Belgian Malinois or Doberman Pinscher?
Boxer dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Belgian Malinois dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Doberman Pinscher dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Boxer vs Belgian Malinois vs Doberman Pinscher?
Yes
Boxer dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Belgian Malinois dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Doberman Pinscher dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
Boxer is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Belgian Malinois is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Doberman Pinscher is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
Boxers are usually recommended for elderly people.
Belgian Malinoiss are usually recommended for elderly people.
Doberman Pinschers are commonly okay with elderly people.

Boxer vs Belgian Malinois vs Doberman Pinscher 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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Yes

This breed makes good 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: Boxer or Belgian Malinois or Doberman Pinscher? 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.

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.
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.

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.
Boat and Sailor Dog
Which one could be a boat dog: Boxer vs Belgian Malinois vs Doberman Pinscher?

Not really

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

Belgian Malinois breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Doberman Pinscher 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?

Yes

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

Yes

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

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Yes

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

Boxer vs Belgian Malinois vs Doberman Pinscher 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 Boxer and Belgian Malinois and Doberman Pinscher have?
2-10 puppies, average 6 6-10 puppies 6-10 puppies

Boxer vs Belgian Malinois vs Doberman Pinscher Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1904 as a Working breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1959 as a Herding breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1908 as a Working breed.
FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI?
Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type section. Not recognized by FCI. Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Pinscher and Schnauzer type section.
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
Canadian Canine Registry
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
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
Canadian Canine Registry

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