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Cane Corso vs Australian Shepherd vs Catahoula Leopard Dog Comparison - Dog breed selector: Cane Di Macellaio or Little Blue Dog or Catahoula Cur? Find the right dog for you

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Name Cane Corso Australian Shepherd Catahoula Leopard Dog
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Group Working Dogs Pastoral / Herding Dogs Working Dogs
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Cane Di Macellaio
Cane Corz
Little Blue Dog
Aussie
Catahoula Cur
Catahoula Hound
Catahoula Hog Dog
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Cane Corso vs Australian Shepherd vs Catahoula Leopard Dog breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Cane Corso vs Australian Shepherd vs Catahoula Leopard Dog Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Cane Corso or Australian Shepherd or Catahoula Leopard Dog? Which is the smallest dog, Cane Corso or Australian Shepherd or Catahoula Leopard Dog?
Large Large Large
Medium
Weight
Which is heavier, Cane Corso or Australian Shepherd or Australian Shepherd? Cane Corso vs Australian Shepherd vs Catahoula Leopard Dog weight comparison:
Male: 99-110 pounds (45-50 kg), Female: 88-99 pounds (40-45 kg) Male: 50-65 pounds (25-29 kg), Female: 40-55 pounds (18-25 kg) 55-80 pounds (16-37 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 104.5 pounds (47.5 kg), Female: 93.5 pounds (42.5 kg) Male: 57.5 pounds (27 kg), Female: 47.5 pounds (21.5 kg) 67.5 pounds (26.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Cane Corso or Australian Shepherd or Catahoula Leopard Dog? Cane Corso vs Australian Shepherd vs Catahoula Leopard Dog height comparison:
Male: 24-27 inches (64-68 cm), Female: 23-25 inches (60-64 cm) Male: 20-23 inches (52-58cm), Female: 18-21 inches (46–53 cm) Male: 22-26 inches (56-58 cm), Female: 20-24 inches (51-61 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 25.5 inches (66 cm), Female: 24 inches (62 cm) Male: 21.5 inches (55 cm), Female: 19.5 inches (46–53 cm) Male: 24 inches (57 cm), Female: 22 inches (56 cm)

Cane Corso vs Australian Shepherd vs Catahoula Leopard Dog Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Cane Corso or Australian Shepherd or Catahoula Leopard Dog? Which is more expensive?
$1500-$2000 $600-$800 $300-$500
Availability
Which is easier to get, Cane Corso or Australian Shepherd or Catahoula Leopard Dog?
Very frequent: The Cane Corso is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Australian Shepherd is quite easy to get.
Average: The Catahoula Leopard Dog is a commonly available dog breed.

Cane Corso vs Australian Shepherd vs Catahoula Leopard Dog Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Cane Corso vs Australian Shepherd vs Catahoula Leopard Dog intelligence:
Smart: The Cane Corso dogs have great intelligence.
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Smart: The Australian Shepherd dogs have great intelligence.
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Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Trainability
Cane Corso vs Australian Shepherd vs Catahoula Leopard Dog trainability comparison.
Cane Corso dogs are easy to train.
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Australian Shepherd dogs are very easy to train.
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Catahoula Leopard Dog dogs are quite easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Cane Corso or Australian Shepherd or Catahoula Leopard Dog?
Cane Corso dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Australian Shepherd dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Catahoula Leopard Dog dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Cane Corso or Australian Shepherd or Catahoula Leopard Dog? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Cane Corso dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Australian Shepherd dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Catahoula Leopard Dog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Cane Corso vs Australian Shepherd vs Catahoula Leopard Dog Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Cane Corso or Australian Shepherd or Catahoula Leopard Dog? Cane Corso vs Australian Shepherd vs Catahoula Leopard Dog behavior/temperament comparison:
Courageous
Loyal
Social
Cheerful
Quiet
Active
Loving
Protective
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Good-natured
Loving
Independent
Energetic
Protective
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Loyal
Gentle
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
Cane Corso dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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Sensitive: Australian Shepherd dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Catahoula Leopard Dog dogs are less sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Cane Corso vs Australian Shepherd vs Catahoula Leopard Dog?
Average: Cane Corso dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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Average to High: Australian Shepherd dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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Average to High: Catahoula Leopard Dog dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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Social Needs
Cane Corso vs Australian Shepherd vs Catahoula Leopard Dog social needs comparison:
Cane Corso dogs are a social breed.
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Australian Shepherd dogs are a social breed.
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Catahoula Leopard Dog dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Cane Corso dogs tend to escape less than other breeds.
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Australian Shepherd dogs are not the biggest explorers.
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Catahoula Leopard Dog dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Cane Corso dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Australian Shepherd dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Their prey drive is low.
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Cane Corso vs Australian Shepherd vs Catahoula Leopard Dog Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Cane Corso vs Australian Shepherd vs Catahoula Leopard Dog playfulness comparison:
Average: Cane Corsos, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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The Australian Shepherd is a highly playful breed.
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Average: Catahoula Leopard Dogs, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Cane Corso vs Australian Shepherd vs Catahoula Leopard Dog?
Low: The Cane Corso barks none to minimal.
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Low to Average: The Australian Shepherd rarely barks.
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Low to Average: The Catahoula Leopard Dog rarely barks.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Cane Corso or Australian Shepherd or Catahoula Leopard Dog?
It is not recommended to keep the Cane Corso breed in the home.
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 Australian Shepherd indoors.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Catahoula Leopard Dog breed.

Cane Corso vs Australian Shepherd vs Catahoula Leopard Dog Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
Cane Corso dogs don't adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Australian Shepherd dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Average: Catahoula Leopard Dog dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Cane Corso or Australian Shepherd or Catahoula Leopard Dog?
Cane Corso 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.
Australian Shepherd dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Cane Corso vs Australian Shepherd vs Catahoula Leopard Dog Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Cane Corso or Australian Shepherd or Catahoula Leopard Dog?

Above 400 PSI 🔼

Cane Corso bite force: The Strongest.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Australian Shepherd bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Catahoula Leopard Dog bite force: Ordinary.
Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:

Moderate

The Cane Corso has an average chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Australian Shepherd has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Catahoula Leopard Dog has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Cane Corso vs Australian Shepherd vs Catahoula Leopard Dog mouthiness comparison:
Cane Corso dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Australian Shepherd dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Catahoula Leopard Dog dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Cane Corso vs Australian Shepherd vs Catahoula Leopard Dog Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Cane Corso vs Australian Shepherd vs Catahoula Leopard Dog health comparison. Which is the healthier: Cane Corso vs Australian Shepherd vs Catahoula Leopard Dog?
Cane Corsos are commonly healthy dogs.
The Australian Shepherd is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The Catahoula Leopard Dog 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: Cane Corso vs Australian Shepherd vs Catahoula Leopard Dog? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Cane Corso vs Australian Shepherd vs Catahoula Leopard Dog health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Bloat
Entropion
Cherry Eye
Ectropion
Arthritis
Demodectic Mange
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Cancer
Hypothyroidism
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Epilepsy
Deafness
Drug Sensitivity
Elbow Dysplasia
Distichiasis
Collie Eye Anomaly
Detached Retina
Nasal Solar Dermatitis
Osteochondrosis Dissecans
Persistent Pupillary Membranes
Hip Dysplasia
Bloat
Deafness
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Rare
The Cane Corso should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Average
The Australian Shepherd should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Average
The Catahoula Leopard Dog should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Life Expectancy
Cane Corso vs Australian Shepherd vs Catahoula Leopard Dog lifespan comparison. How long do Cane Corso, Australian Shepherd and Catahoula Leopard Dog breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Cane Corso: 11 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Australian Shepherd: 13 years
11-13 years
The average lifespan of Catahoula Leopard Dog: 12 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Cane Corso vs Australian Shepherd vs Catahoula Leopard Dog?
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 cold weather conditions
The Australian Shepherd can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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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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Cane Corso vs Australian Shepherd vs Catahoula Leopard Dog Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Cane Corso or Australian Shepherd or Catahoula Leopard Dog? Cane Corso vs Australian Shepherd vs Catahoula Leopard Dog energy level comparison:
Cane Corso dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Australian Shepherd dogs are high-energy dogs.
Catahoula Leopard Dog dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Cane Corso vs Australian Shepherd vs Catahoula Leopard Dog exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Cane Corso or Australian Shepherd or Catahoula Leopard Dog? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Cane Corso dogs have an average exercise need.
Australian Shepherd dogs need a lot of exercises.
Catahoula Leopard Dog dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Cane Corso or Australian Shepherd or Catahoula Leopard Dog?
Cane Corso dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Australian Shepherd dogs don't need too much sleep.
Catahoula Leopard Dog dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.

Cane Corso vs Australian Shepherd vs Catahoula Leopard Dog Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Cane Corso or Australian Shepherd or Catahoula Leopard Dog?
Recommended daily amount: If you are feeding a high-quality dry food, your Corso will probably eat 4 to 5 cups a day. 1.5 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 3 to 4.5 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? Cane Corso vs Australian Shepherd vs Catahoula Leopard Dog weight gain potential comparison:
Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Cane Corso's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Australian Shepherd's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Average: The Catahoula Leopard Dog has an average risk for obesity.
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Cane Corso vs Australian Shepherd vs Catahoula Leopard Dog Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Cane Corso vs Australian Shepherd vs Catahoula Leopard Dog coat comparison:
Dense Feathered Smooth
Colors
What are the original Cane Corso, Australian Shepherd and Catahoula Leopard Dog color?
Black
Gray
Red
Fawn
Brindle
Chestnut
Black
Red
Blue
Merle
Black
Gray
Tan
Red
Blue
Silver
Brown
Brindle
Tricolor
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Cane Corso or Australian Shepherd or Catahoula Leopard Dog? Cane Corso vs Australian Shepherd vs Catahoula Leopard Dog grooming comparison:
Effortless: The Cane Corso requires minimal grooming.
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Average: The Australian Shepherd requires average grooming effort.
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Effortless: The Catahoula Leopard Dog requires minimal grooming.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Cane Corso or Australian Shepherd or Catahoula Leopard Dog? Cane Corso or Australian Shepherd or {name3 shedding:
Cane Corso dogs shed moderately.
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Australian Shepherd dogs shed moderately.
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Catahoula Leopard Dog dogs are low shedders.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Cane Corso or Australian Shepherd or Catahoula Leopard Dog?
4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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Hypoallergenic
Cane Corso vs Australian Shepherd vs Catahoula Leopard Dog 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, Cane Corso vs Australian Shepherd vs Catahoula Leopard Dog?

Medium

The Cane Corso has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Australian Shepherd has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Catahoula Leopard Dog has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?
The Cane Corso 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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The Australian Shepherd is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Catahoula Leopard Dog is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Cane Corso vs Australian Shepherd vs Catahoula Leopard Dog Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Cane Corso dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Australian Shepherd dogs are generally with other pets.
Catahoula Leopard Dog dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Cane Corso or Australian Shepherd or Catahoula Leopard Dog? Which dog is more friendly?
Cane Corso dogs are not stranger friendly dogs.
Australian Shepherd dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Catahoula Leopard Dog dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Cane Corso or Australian Shepherd or Catahoula Leopard Dog?
Cane Corso dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.
Australian Shepherd dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Catahoula Leopard Dog dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Cane Corso or Australian Shepherd or Catahoula Leopard Dog?
Cane Corso dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Australian Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Catahoula Leopard Dog dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Cane Corso or Australian Shepherd or Catahoula Leopard Dog?
Cane Corso dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Australian Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Catahoula Leopard Dog dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Cane Corso vs Australian Shepherd vs Catahoula Leopard Dog?
No
Cane Corso dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.
Yes
Australian Shepherd dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Catahoula Leopard Dog dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
Cane Corso is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Australian Shepherd is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Catahoula Leopard Dog is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
Cane Corsos are commonly okay with elderly people.
Australian Shepherds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Catahoula Leopard Dogs are usually recommended for elderly people.

Cane Corso vs Australian Shepherd vs Catahoula Leopard Dog As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog
Which one could be a service dog?

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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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Therapy Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: Cane Corso or Australian Shepherd or Catahoula Leopard Dog? 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: Cane Corso vs Australian Shepherd vs Catahoula Leopard Dog?

Not really

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

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

Catahoula Leopard Dog 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.

Not really

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

Cane Corso vs Australian Shepherd vs Catahoula Leopard Dog 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 Cane Corso and Australian Shepherd and Catahoula Leopard Dog have?
4-6 puppies 6-9 puppies, average 7 8-12 puppies

Cane Corso vs Australian Shepherd vs Catahoula Leopard Dog Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2010 as a Working breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1991 as a Herding breed. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
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. Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs 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.
National Kennel Club
American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Dog Registry of America Inc.
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
Australian Shepherd Club Of America
American Canine Registry
America's Pet Registry
Dog Registry of America Inc.
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
United Kennel Club
Animal Research Foundation
American Rare Breed Association
Foundation Stock Service

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