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Name	Boykin Spaniel	Brittany	Miniature American Shepherd
Origins	United States	France	United States
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Group	Gun Dog	Gun Dog	Working Dogs
Popularity Rank	98	26	35
Reviews	2	3	1
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Swamp Poodle Boykin	American Brittany Brittany Spaniel Epagneul Breton	Ameri Mini American North American Shepherd
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Boykin Spaniel vs Brittany vs Miniature American Shepherd breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Boykin Spaniel vs Brittany vs Miniature American Shepherd Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Boykin Spaniel or Brittany or Miniature American Shepherd? Which is the smallest dog, Boykin Spaniel or Brittany or Miniature American Shepherd?	Medium	Medium	Small Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Boykin Spaniel or Brittany or Brittany? Boykin Spaniel vs Brittany vs Miniature American Shepherd weight comparison:	25-40 pounds (11-18 kg)	Male: 35-40 pounds (16-18 kg), Females: 30-40 pounds (14-18 kg)	15-35 pounds (6-16 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	32.5 pounds (14.5 kg)	Male: 37.5 pounds (17 kg), Females: 35 pounds (16 kg)	25 pounds (11 kg)
Height Which is taller, Boykin Spaniel or Brittany or Miniature American Shepherd? Boykin Spaniel vs Brittany vs Miniature American Shepherd height comparison:	15-18 inches (38-46 cm)	Male: 17-21 inches (43-53 cm), Female: 18-20 inches (46-51 cm)	Male: 14–18 inches (36–46 cm), Female: 13–17 inches (33–43 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	16.5 inches (42 cm)	Male: 19 inches (48 cm), Female: 19 inches (48.5 cm)	Male: 14–18 inches (36–46 cm), Female: 13–17 inches (33–43 cm)

Boykin Spaniel vs Brittany vs Miniature American Shepherd Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Boykin Spaniel or Brittany or Miniature American Shepherd? Which is more expensive?	$800-$1000	$700-$800	$900-$1000
Availability Which is easier to get, Boykin Spaniel or Brittany or Miniature American Shepherd?	Very frequent: The Boykin Spaniel is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Brittany is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Miniature American Shepherd is quite easy to get.

Boykin Spaniel vs Brittany vs Miniature American Shepherd Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Boykin Spaniel vs Brittany vs Miniature American Shepherd intelligence:	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Very smart: Brittany is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.
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Trainability Boykin Spaniel vs Brittany vs Miniature American Shepherd trainability comparison.	Boykin Spaniel dogs are easy to train. See more.	Brittany dogs are easy to train. See more.	Miniature American Shepherd dogs are very easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Boykin Spaniel or Brittany or Miniature American Shepherd?	Boykin Spaniel dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Brittany dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Miniature American Shepherd dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Boykin Spaniel or Brittany or Miniature American Shepherd? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Boykin Spaniel dogs are average defenders. See more.	Brittany dogs are average defenders. See more.	Miniature American Shepherd dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Boykin Spaniel vs Brittany vs Miniature American Shepherd Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Boykin Spaniel or Brittany or Miniature American Shepherd? Boykin Spaniel vs Brittany vs Miniature American Shepherd behavior/temperament comparison:	Energetic Intelligent Friendly Trainable Eager Companionable	Independent Alert Intelligent Responsive Social	Energetic Intelligent Loyal Devoted
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Sensitive: Brittany dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Boykin Spaniel vs Brittany vs Miniature American Shepherd?	High: Boykin Spaniel dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Brittany dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: Miniature American Shepherd dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
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Social Needs Boykin Spaniel vs Brittany vs Miniature American Shepherd social needs comparison:	Boykin Spaniel dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Brittany dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Miniature American Shepherd dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	The wanderlust potential of the Boykin Spaniel is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Brittany is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Miniature American Shepherd dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Boykin Spaniel dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.	Brittany dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Miniature American Shepherd dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Boykin Spaniel vs Brittany vs Miniature American Shepherd Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Boykin Spaniel vs Brittany vs Miniature American Shepherd playfulness comparison:	Average: Boykin Spaniels, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Brittany is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Miniature American Shepherd is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Boykin Spaniel vs Brittany vs Miniature American Shepherd?	Average: The Boykin Spaniel barks occasionally. See more.	Average: The Brittany barks occasionally. See more.	Low to Average: The Miniature American Shepherd rarely barks. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Boykin Spaniel or Brittany or Miniature American Shepherd?	Very house-friendly dog the Boykin Spaniel 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 Brittany 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 American Shepherd indoors.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Boykin Spaniel vs Brittany vs Miniature American Shepherd Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Boykin Spaniel dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Brittany dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Miniature American Shepherd dogs don't adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Boykin Spaniel or Brittany or Miniature American Shepherd?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Brittany dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Boykin Spaniel vs Brittany vs Miniature American Shepherd Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Boykin Spaniel or Brittany or Miniature American Shepherd?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Boykin Spaniel bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Brittany bite force: Ordinary.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Miniature American Shepherd bite force: Weak.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	Low 🔽 The Boykin Spaniel has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Brittany has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Miniature American Shepherd has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Boykin Spaniel vs Brittany vs Miniature American Shepherd mouthiness comparison:	Boykin Spaniel dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Brittany dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Miniature American Shepherd dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Boykin Spaniel vs Brittany vs Miniature American Shepherd Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Boykin Spaniel vs Brittany vs Miniature American Shepherd health comparison. Which is the healthier: Boykin Spaniel vs Brittany vs Miniature American Shepherd?	The Boykin Spaniel is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Brittany is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Miniature American Shepherds tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Boykin Spaniel vs Brittany vs Miniature American Shepherd? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Boykin Spaniel vs Brittany vs Miniature American Shepherd health problems comparison:	Hypothyroidism Heart Problems Elbow Dysplasia Heart Disease Cushing's Syndrome	Hip Dysplasia Hypothyroidism Epilepsy	No data available
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Boykin Spaniel should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Brittany should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Frequent The Miniature American Shepherd should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
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Life Expectancy Boykin Spaniel vs Brittany vs Miniature American Shepherd lifespan comparison. How long do Boykin Spaniel, Brittany and Miniature American Shepherd breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	14-16 years The average lifespan of Boykin Spaniel: 15 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Brittany: 13 years	13-15 years The average lifespan of Miniature American Shepherd: 14 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Boykin Spaniel vs Brittany vs Miniature American Shepherd?	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Brittany can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.

Boykin Spaniel vs Brittany vs Miniature American Shepherd Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Boykin Spaniel or Brittany or Miniature American Shepherd? Boykin Spaniel vs Brittany vs Miniature American Shepherd energy level comparison:	Boykin Spaniel dogs are high-energy dogs.	Brittany dogs are high-energy dogs.	Miniature American Shepherd dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Boykin Spaniel vs Brittany vs Miniature American Shepherd exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Boykin Spaniel or Brittany or Miniature American Shepherd? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Boykin Spaniel dogs need a lot of exercises.	Brittany dogs need a lot of exercises.	Miniature American Shepherd dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Boykin Spaniel or Brittany or Miniature American Shepherd?	Boykin Spaniel dogs don't need too much sleep.	Brittany dogs don't need too much sleep.	Miniature American Shepherd dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Boykin Spaniel vs Brittany vs Miniature American Shepherd Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Boykin Spaniel or Brittany or Miniature American Shepherd?	2 to 3 cups of a high-quality dog food a day.	1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three meals.	1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Boykin Spaniel vs Brittany vs Miniature American Shepherd weight gain potential comparison:	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Boykin Spaniel's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average: The Brittany has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Miniature American Shepherd has an average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Boykin Spaniel vs Brittany vs Miniature American Shepherd Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Boykin Spaniel vs Brittany vs Miniature American Shepherd coat comparison:	Feathered	Feathered	Smooth
Colors What are the original Boykin Spaniel, Brittany and Miniature American Shepherd color?	Brown	White Orange Liver Roan	Black Blue White Merle
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Boykin Spaniel or Brittany or Miniature American Shepherd? Boykin Spaniel vs Brittany vs Miniature American Shepherd grooming comparison:	Average: The Boykin Spaniel requires average grooming effort. See more.	Easy to groom: The Brittany doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The Miniature American Shepherd doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Boykin Spaniel or Brittany or Miniature American Shepherd? Boykin Spaniel or Brittany or {name3 shedding:	Boykin Spaniel dogs shed moderately. See more.	Brittany dogs are low shedders. See more.	Miniature American Shepherd dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Boykin Spaniel or Brittany or Miniature American Shepherd?	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.
Hypoallergenic Boykin Spaniel vs Brittany vs Miniature American Shepherd hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Boykin Spaniel vs Brittany vs Miniature American Shepherd?	Medium ⏺ The Boykin Spaniel has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Brittany has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Miniature American Shepherd has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Boykin Spaniel is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Brittany is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The Miniature American Shepherd is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.

Boykin Spaniel vs Brittany vs Miniature American Shepherd Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Boykin Spaniel dogs are generally with other pets.	Brittany dogs are generally with other pets.	Miniature American Shepherd dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Boykin Spaniel or Brittany or Miniature American Shepherd? Which dog is more friendly?	Boykin Spaniel dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Brittany dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Miniature American Shepherd dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Boykin Spaniel or Brittany or Miniature American Shepherd?	Boykin Spaniel dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Brittany dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Miniature American Shepherd dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Boykin Spaniel or Brittany or Miniature American Shepherd?	Boykin Spaniel dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Brittany dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Miniature American Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Boykin Spaniel or Brittany or Miniature American Shepherd?	Boykin Spaniel dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Brittany dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Miniature American Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Boykin Spaniel vs Brittany vs Miniature American Shepherd?	Yes Boykin Spaniel dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Brittany dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	No Miniature American Shepherd dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Boykin Spaniel is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Brittany is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Miniature American Shepherd is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Boykin Spaniels are usually recommended for elderly people.	Brittanys are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Miniature American Shepherds are usually recommended for elderly people.

Boykin Spaniel vs Brittany vs Miniature American Shepherd 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. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Boykin Spaniel or Brittany or Miniature American Shepherd? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
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Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR) Which one could be a search and rescue dog?	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Boykin Spaniel vs Brittany vs Miniature American Shepherd?	Yes Boykin Spaniel breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Not really Brittany breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Miniature American Shepherd breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
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. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
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.

Boykin Spaniel vs Brittany vs Miniature American Shepherd 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. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.
Litter Size How many puppies can Boykin Spaniel and Brittany and Miniature American Shepherd have?	5-7 puppies	1-11 puppies, average 6	2-6 puppies
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Boykin Spaniel vs Brittany vs Miniature American Shepherd Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2009 as a Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1934 as a Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2015 as a Herding breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the Continental Pointing Dogs section.	Not recognized by FCI.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry 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 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	No data available

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