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Braque du Puy vs Valencian Ratter vs Afghan Hound Comparison - Dog breed selector: Du Puy Pointer or Ratera Valencia or Da Kochyano Spay? Find the right dog for you

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Name Braque du Puy Valencian Ratter Afghan Hound
OriginsFrance flagFrance Spain flagSpain Afghanistan flagAfghanistan
Group Extinct Hunting Dogs Hunting Dogs
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Du Puy Pointer
Dupuy Pointer
Braque Dupuy
Ratera Valencia
Valencian Rat Hunting Dog
Gos Rater Valencià
Da Kochyano Spay
Eastern Greyhound
Persian Greyhound
Ogar Afgan
Sage Balochi
Tazhi Spay
Tazi
Baluchi Hound
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Braque du Puy vs Valencian Ratter vs Afghan Hound breed type comparison:
Cross Breed Purebred Purebred

Braque du Puy vs Valencian Ratter vs Afghan Hound Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Braque du Puy or Valencian Ratter or Afghan Hound? Which is the smallest dog, Braque du Puy or Valencian Ratter or Afghan Hound?
Large Small Large
Weight
Which is heavier, Braque du Puy or Valencian Ratter or Valencian Ratter? Braque du Puy vs Valencian Ratter vs Afghan Hound weight comparison:
50-60 pounds (22.5-27 kg) Male: 11-18 pounds (5.0-8.2 kg), Female: 10-15 pounds (4.5-6.8 kg) 50-64 pounds (22-34 kg)
Male: 50-60 pounds (23-27 kg), Female: 40-55 pounds (18-25 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
55 pounds (25 kg) Male: 15.5 pounds (7 kg), Female: 13 pounds (6 kg) 57 pounds (28 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Braque du Puy or Valencian Ratter or Afghan Hound? Braque du Puy vs Valencian Ratter vs Afghan Hound height comparison:
26-28 inches (65-72 cm) Male: 13–15 inches (32–39 cm), Female: 12–15 inches (30–37 cm) 27-29 inches (69-74 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
26 inches (66.5 cm) Male: 14 inches (35.6 cm), Female: 13 inches (33.0 cm) 28 inches (71.5 cm)

Braque du Puy vs Valencian Ratter vs Afghan Hound Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Braque du Puy or Valencian Ratter or Afghan Hound? Which is more expensive?
Unavailable Unknown $2000-$2500
Availability
Which is easier to get, Braque du Puy or Valencian Ratter or Afghan Hound?
Unavailable: This dog breed, unfortunately, is no longer available, it may even be extinct.
Average: The Valencian Ratter is a commonly available dog breed.
Very frequent: The Afghan Hound is quite easy to get.

Braque du Puy vs Valencian Ratter vs Afghan Hound Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Braque du Puy vs Valencian Ratter vs Afghan Hound intelligence:
Smart: The Braque du Puy dogs have great intelligence.
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Smart: The Valencian Ratter dogs have great intelligence.
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Low: The Afghan Hound is one of the dog breeds that have the lowest degree of obedience intelligence.
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Trainability
Braque du Puy vs Valencian Ratter vs Afghan Hound trainability comparison.
Braque du Puy dogs are quite easy to train.
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Valencian Ratter dogs are quite easy to train.
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Afghan Hound dogs are quite easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Braque du Puy or Valencian Ratter or Afghan Hound?
Braque du Puy dogs are not the best choice if you want a good watchdog.
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Valencian Ratter dogs are good watchdogs.
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Afghan Hound dogs are not the best choice if you want a good watchdog.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Braque du Puy or Valencian Ratter or Afghan Hound? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Braque du Puy dogs can't provide protection for their territory.
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Valencian Ratter dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Afghan Hound dogs can't provide protection for their territory.
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Braque du Puy vs Valencian Ratter vs Afghan Hound Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Braque du Puy or Valencian Ratter or Afghan Hound? Braque du Puy vs Valencian Ratter vs Afghan Hound behavior/temperament comparison:
Intelligent
Obedient
Hunting
Fast
Enthusiastic
Active
Alert
Intelligent
Gentle
Fast
Aloof
Dignified
Independent
Clownish
Happy
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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Valencian Ratter dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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Sensitive: Afghan Hound 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: Braque du Puy vs Valencian Ratter vs Afghan Hound?
High: Braque du Puy dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Average to High: Valencian Ratter dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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Average: Afghan Hound dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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Social Needs
Braque du Puy vs Valencian Ratter vs Afghan Hound social needs comparison:
Braque du Puy dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Valencian Ratter dogs are a social breed.
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Afghan Hound dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
The wanderlust potential of the Braque du Puy is strong enough to escape from home.
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The wanderlust potential of the Valencian Ratter is strong enough to escape from home.
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Afghan Hound 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?
Braque du Puy dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Valencian Ratter dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Afghan Hound dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Braque du Puy vs Valencian Ratter vs Afghan Hound Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Braque du Puy vs Valencian Ratter vs Afghan Hound playfulness comparison:
Average: Braque du Puys, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Average: Valencian Ratters, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Average: Afghan Hounds, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Braque du Puy vs Valencian Ratter vs Afghan Hound?
Low: The Braque du Puy barks none to minimal.
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Average to High: The Valencian Ratter is a vocal breed.
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Low: The Afghan Hound barks none to minimal.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Braque du Puy or Valencian Ratter or Afghan Hound?
Apartment-friendly dog the Braque du Puy breed.
Apartment-friendly dog the Valencian Ratter breed.
Very house-friendly dog the Afghan Hound breed.

Braque du Puy vs Valencian Ratter vs Afghan Hound Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
Braque du Puy dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Average: Valencian Ratter dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Afghan Hound dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Braque du Puy or Valencian Ratter or Afghan Hound?
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.
Valencian Ratter 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.

Braque du Puy vs Valencian Ratter vs Afghan Hound Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Braque du Puy or Valencian Ratter or Afghan Hound?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Braque du Puy bite force: Ordinary.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Valencian Ratter bite force: Weak.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

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

Low 🔽

The Braque du Puy has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Valencian Ratter has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Afghan Hound has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Braque du Puy vs Valencian Ratter vs Afghan Hound mouthiness comparison:
Braque du Puy dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Valencian Ratter dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Afghan Hound dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Braque du Puy vs Valencian Ratter vs Afghan Hound Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Braque du Puy vs Valencian Ratter vs Afghan Hound health comparison. Which is the healthier: Braque du Puy vs Valencian Ratter vs Afghan Hound?
Braque du Puys are commonly healthy dogs.
Very healthy dog breed.
The Afghan Hound 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: Braque du Puy vs Valencian Ratter vs Afghan Hound? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Braque du Puy vs Valencian Ratter vs Afghan Hound health problems comparison:
No data available No data available Cataracts
Allergies
Cancer
Hypothyroidism
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Rare
The Braque du Puy should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Rare
The Valencian Ratter should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Average
The Afghan Hound should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Life Expectancy
Braque du Puy vs Valencian Ratter vs Afghan Hound lifespan comparison. How long do Braque du Puy, Valencian Ratter and Afghan Hound breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
11-13 years
The average lifespan of Braque du Puy: 12 years
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Valencian Ratter: 13 years
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Afghan Hound: 13 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Braque du Puy vs Valencian Ratter vs Afghan Hound?
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 cold weather
The Afghan Hound can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog.
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Braque du Puy vs Valencian Ratter vs Afghan Hound Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Braque du Puy or Valencian Ratter or Afghan Hound? Braque du Puy vs Valencian Ratter vs Afghan Hound energy level comparison:
Braque du Puy dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.
Valencian Ratter dogs are high-energy dogs.
Afghan Hound dogs are high-energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Braque du Puy vs Valencian Ratter vs Afghan Hound exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Braque du Puy or Valencian Ratter or Afghan Hound? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Braque du Puy dogs have an average exercise need.
Valencian Ratter dogs have an average exercise need.
Afghan Hound dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Braque du Puy or Valencian Ratter or Afghan Hound?
Braque du Puy dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.
Valencian Ratter dogs don't need too much sleep.
Afghan Hound dogs don't need too much sleep.

Braque du Puy vs Valencian Ratter vs Afghan Hound Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Braque du Puy or Valencian Ratter or Afghan Hound?
2.5 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 1/2 to 1 cup dry food a day. 2 to 2.5 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? Braque du Puy vs Valencian Ratter vs Afghan Hound weight gain potential comparison:
Average: The Braque du Puy has an average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Valencian Ratter has an average risk for obesity.
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Low: The Afghan Hound has good luck with genetics.
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Braque du Puy vs Valencian Ratter vs Afghan Hound Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Braque du Puy vs Valencian Ratter vs Afghan Hound coat comparison:
Glossy Dense Fine
Colors
What are the original Braque du Puy, Valencian Ratter and Afghan Hound color?
Orange & White
Liver and White
Tricolor
Black & Tan
Brown & Tan
Brown & White
Black
Tan
Red
Blue
Cream
White
Silver
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Braque du Puy or Valencian Ratter or Afghan Hound? Braque du Puy vs Valencian Ratter vs Afghan Hound grooming comparison:
Effortless: The Braque du Puy requires minimal grooming.
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Easy to groom: The Valencian Ratter doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Braque du Puy or Valencian Ratter or Afghan Hound? Braque du Puy or Valencian Ratter or {name3 shedding:
Braque du Puy dogs shed none to minimal.
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Valencian Ratter dogs shed moderately.
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Afghan Hound dogs shed moderately.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Braque du Puy or Valencian Ratter or Afghan Hound?
3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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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
Braque du Puy vs Valencian Ratter vs Afghan Hound 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, Braque du Puy vs Valencian Ratter vs Afghan Hound?

Low 🔽

The Braque du Puy has a low chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Valencian Ratter has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Afghan Hound has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?
The Braque du Puy is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Valencian Ratter is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency.
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The Afghan Hound is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Braque du Puy vs Valencian Ratter vs Afghan Hound Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Braque du Puy dogs are generally with other pets.
Valencian Ratter dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Afghan Hound dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Braque du Puy or Valencian Ratter or Afghan Hound? Which dog is more friendly?
Braque du Puy dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Valencian Ratter dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Afghan Hound dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Braque du Puy or Valencian Ratter or Afghan Hound?
Braque du Puy dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Valencian Ratter dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Afghan Hound dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Braque du Puy or Valencian Ratter or Afghan Hound?
Braque du Puy dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Valencian Ratter dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Afghan Hound dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Braque du Puy or Valencian Ratter or Afghan Hound?
Braque du Puy dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Valencian Ratter dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Afghan Hound dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Braque du Puy vs Valencian Ratter vs Afghan Hound?
Yes
Braque du Puy dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Valencian Ratter dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Afghan Hound dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
Braque du Puy is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Valencian Ratter is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Afghan Hound is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
Braque du Puys are usually recommended for elderly people.
Valencian Ratters are usually recommended for elderly people.
Afghan Hounds are usually recommended for elderly people.

Braque du Puy vs Valencian Ratter vs Afghan Hound 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: Braque du Puy or Valencian Ratter or Afghan Hound? 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.

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: Braque du Puy vs Valencian Ratter vs Afghan Hound?

Not really

Braque du Puy breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

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

Afghan Hound 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.

Braque du Puy vs Valencian Ratter vs Afghan Hound 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 Braque du Puy and Valencian Ratter and Afghan Hound have?
3-8 puppies 5-7 puppies 6-8 puppies

Braque du Puy vs Valencian Ratter vs Afghan Hound 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 1926 as a Hound breed.
FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI?
Not recognized by FCI. Not recognized by FCI. Recognized by FCI in the Sighthounds group, in the Long-haired or fringed Sighthounds section.
Breed Recognition
What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?
No data available No data available 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

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