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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Brittany or Boykin Spaniel or Miniature American Shepherd? Brittany vs Boykin Spaniel vs Miniature American Shepherd behavior/temperament comparison:	Independent Alert Intelligent Responsive Social	Energetic Intelligent Friendly Trainable Eager Companionable	Energetic Intelligent Loyal Devoted
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	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.	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: Brittany vs Boykin Spaniel vs Miniature American Shepherd?	High: Brittany dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Boykin Spaniel 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 Brittany vs Boykin Spaniel vs Miniature American Shepherd social needs comparison:	Brittany dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Boykin Spaniel dogs need for social interaction is average. 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 Brittany is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Boykin Spaniel 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?	Brittany dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Boykin Spaniel dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. 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

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

Playfulness Brittany vs Boykin Spaniel vs Miniature American Shepherd playfulness comparison:	The Brittany is a highly playful breed. See more.	Average: Boykin Spaniels, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Miniature American Shepherd is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Brittany vs Boykin Spaniel vs Miniature American Shepherd?	Average: The Brittany barks occasionally. See more.	Average: The Boykin Spaniel 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 Brittany or Boykin Spaniel or Miniature American Shepherd?	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.	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 Miniature American Shepherd indoors.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

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

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Brittany dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Boykin Spaniel 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: Brittany or Boykin Spaniel or Miniature American Shepherd?	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.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Brittany vs Boykin Spaniel vs Miniature American Shepherd Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Brittany or Boykin Spaniel or Miniature American Shepherd?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Brittany bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Boykin Spaniel 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 Brittany has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Boykin Spaniel 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? Brittany vs Boykin Spaniel vs Miniature American Shepherd mouthiness comparison:	Brittany dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Boykin Spaniel dogs have a higher than 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.

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

Health Issues Brittany vs Boykin Spaniel vs Miniature American Shepherd health comparison. Which is the healthier: Brittany vs Boykin Spaniel vs Miniature American Shepherd?	The Brittany is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Boykin Spaniel 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: Brittany vs Boykin Spaniel vs Miniature American Shepherd? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Brittany vs Boykin Spaniel vs Miniature American Shepherd health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Hypothyroidism Epilepsy	Hypothyroidism Heart Problems Elbow Dysplasia Heart Disease Cushing's Syndrome	No data available
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Brittany should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Boykin Spaniel 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 Brittany vs Boykin Spaniel vs Miniature American Shepherd lifespan comparison. How long do Brittany, Boykin Spaniel and Miniature American Shepherd breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	11-15 years The average lifespan of Brittany: 13 years	14-16 years The average lifespan of Boykin Spaniel: 15 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: Brittany vs Boykin Spaniel vs Miniature American Shepherd?	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.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.

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

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

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

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

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

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Brittany vs Boykin Spaniel vs Miniature American Shepherd coat comparison:	Feathered	Feathered	Smooth
Colors What are the original Brittany, Boykin Spaniel and Miniature American Shepherd color?	White Orange Liver Roan	Brown	Black Blue White Merle
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Brittany or Boykin Spaniel or Miniature American Shepherd? Brittany vs Boykin Spaniel vs Miniature American Shepherd grooming comparison:	Easy to groom: The Brittany doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Average: The Boykin Spaniel requires average grooming effort. 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 Brittany or Boykin Spaniel or Miniature American Shepherd? Brittany or Boykin Spaniel or {name3 shedding:	Brittany dogs are low shedders. See more.	Boykin Spaniel dogs shed moderately. 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: Brittany or Boykin Spaniel 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 Brittany vs Boykin Spaniel 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, Brittany vs Boykin Spaniel vs Miniature American Shepherd?	Medium ⏺ The Brittany has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Boykin Spaniel 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 Brittany is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The Boykin Spaniel is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Miniature American Shepherd is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.

Brittany vs Boykin Spaniel vs Miniature American Shepherd Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Brittany dogs are generally with other pets.	Boykin Spaniel dogs are generally with other pets.	Miniature American Shepherd dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Brittany or Boykin Spaniel or Miniature American Shepherd? Which dog is more friendly?	Brittany dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Boykin Spaniel 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 Brittany or Boykin Spaniel or Miniature American Shepherd?	Brittany dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Boykin Spaniel dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Miniature American Shepherd dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Brittany or Boykin Spaniel or Miniature American Shepherd?	Brittany dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Boykin Spaniel 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 Brittany or Boykin Spaniel or Miniature American Shepherd?	Brittany dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Boykin Spaniel dogs are average friendly towards other 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: Brittany vs Boykin Spaniel vs Miniature American Shepherd?	Yes Brittany dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Boykin Spaniel 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 Brittany is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Boykin Spaniel 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?	Brittanys are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Boykin Spaniels are usually recommended for elderly people.	Miniature American Shepherds are usually recommended for elderly people.

Brittany vs Boykin Spaniel 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: Brittany or Boykin Spaniel 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: Brittany vs Boykin Spaniel vs Miniature American Shepherd?	Not really Brittany breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Yes Boykin Spaniel breed usually likes 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.

Brittany vs Boykin Spaniel 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 Brittany and Boykin Spaniel and Miniature American Shepherd have?	1-11 puppies, average 6	5-7 puppies	2-6 puppies
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Brittany vs Boykin Spaniel vs Miniature American Shepherd Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1934 as a Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2009 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?	Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the Continental Pointing Dogs section.	Not recognized by FCI.	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 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 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	No data available

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