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Cantabrian Water Dog vs Shiba Inu vs Australian Cattle Dog Comparison - Dog breed selector: Merlucero or Japanese Shiba Inu or Blue Heeler? Find the right dog for you

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Name Cantabrian Water Dog Shiba Inu Australian Cattle Dog
OriginsSpain flagSpain Japan flagJapan Australia flagAustralia
Group Hunting Dogs Companion Dogs Pastoral / Herding Dogs
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Merlucero
Perro de lanas
Perro de agua cantábrico
Japanese Shiba Inu
Japanese Small-Size Dog
Shiba
Shiba Ken
Brushwood Dog
Blue Heeler
Cattle Dog
Red Heeler
Queensland Heeler
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Cantabrian Water Dog vs Shiba Inu vs Australian Cattle Dog breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Cantabrian Water Dog vs Shiba Inu vs Australian Cattle Dog Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Cantabrian Water Dog or Shiba Inu or Australian Cattle Dog? Which is the smallest dog, Cantabrian Water Dog or Shiba Inu or Australian Cattle Dog?
Medium Medium Medium
Weight
Which is heavier, Cantabrian Water Dog or Shiba Inu or Shiba Inu? Cantabrian Water Dog vs Shiba Inu vs Australian Cattle Dog weight comparison:
Male: 35-50 pounds (16-23 kg), Female: 30-45 pounds (14-20 kg) Male: 18-25 pounds (8-11 kg), Female: 15-20 pounds (6.8-9 kg) 30-62 pounds (13-28 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 42.5 pounds (19.5 kg), Female: 37.5 pounds (17 kg) Male: 21.5 pounds (9.5 kg), Female: 17.5 pounds (6.8.5 kg) 46 pounds (20.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Cantabrian Water Dog or Shiba Inu or Australian Cattle Dog? Cantabrian Water Dog vs Shiba Inu vs Australian Cattle Dog height comparison:
Male: 17-20 inches (44-50 cm), Female: 16-18 inches (40-46 cm) Male: 14-16 inches (36-41 cm), Female: 13-15 inches (33-38 cm) Male: 17-20 inches (43-51 cm), Female: 17-19 inches (43-48 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 18 inches (45.5 cm), Female: 17 inches (43.5 cm) Male: 15 inches (38.5 cm), Female: 14 inches (35.5 cm) Male: 18.5 inches (47 cm), Female: 18 inches (45.5 cm)

Cantabrian Water Dog vs Shiba Inu vs Australian Cattle Dog Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Cantabrian Water Dog or Shiba Inu or Australian Cattle Dog? Which is more expensive?
$2500-$2800 $800-$1000 $500-$700
Availability
Which is easier to get, Cantabrian Water Dog or Shiba Inu or Australian Cattle Dog?
Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.
Very frequent: The Shiba Inu is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Australian Cattle Dog is quite easy to get.

Cantabrian Water Dog vs Shiba Inu vs Australian Cattle Dog Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Cantabrian Water Dog vs Shiba Inu vs Australian Cattle Dog intelligence:
Smart: The Cantabrian Water Dog 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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Outstanding: Australian Cattle Dog is one of the brightest dog breeds.
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Trainability
Cantabrian Water Dog vs Shiba Inu vs Australian Cattle Dog trainability comparison.
Cantabrian Water Dog dogs are very easy to train.
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A slightly harder to train than average.
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Australian Cattle Dog dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Cantabrian Water Dog or Shiba Inu or Australian Cattle Dog?
Cantabrian Water Dog dogs are good watchdogs.
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Shiba Inu dogs are good watchdogs.
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Australian Cattle Dog dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Cantabrian Water Dog or Shiba Inu or Australian Cattle Dog? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Cantabrian Water Dog dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Shiba Inu dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Australian Cattle Dog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Cantabrian Water Dog vs Shiba Inu vs Australian Cattle Dog Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Cantabrian Water Dog or Shiba Inu or Australian Cattle Dog? Cantabrian Water Dog vs Shiba Inu vs Australian Cattle Dog behavior/temperament comparison:
Intelligent
Easygoing
Alert
Confident
Going
Fearless
Keen
Faithful
Charming
Energetic
Protective
Alert
Intelligent
Responsive
Loyal
Aggressive
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
Cantabrian Water Dog dogs are less sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Shiba Inu dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Cantabrian Water Dog vs Shiba Inu vs Australian Cattle Dog?
High: Cantabrian Water Dog dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Average to High: Shiba Inu dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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Average: Australian Cattle Dog dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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Social Needs
Cantabrian Water Dog vs Shiba Inu vs Australian Cattle Dog social needs comparison:
Cantabrian Water Dog dogs are a social breed.
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Shiba Inu dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Australian Cattle Dog 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 Cantabrian Water Dog is strong enough to escape from home.
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The wanderlust potential of the Shiba Inu is strong enough to escape from home.
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The wanderlust potential of the Australian Cattle Dog is strong enough to escape from home.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Cantabrian Water Dog dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Shiba Inu dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen.
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Australian Cattle Dog dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Cantabrian Water Dog vs Shiba Inu vs Australian Cattle Dog Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Cantabrian Water Dog vs Shiba Inu vs Australian Cattle Dog playfulness comparison:
The Cantabrian Water Dog is a highly playful breed.
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Average: Shiba Inus, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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The Australian Cattle Dog is a highly playful breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Cantabrian Water Dog vs Shiba Inu vs Australian Cattle Dog?
Average: The Cantabrian Water Dog barks occasionally.
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Low to Average: The Shiba Inu rarely barks.
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Low to Average: The Australian Cattle Dog rarely barks.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Cantabrian Water Dog or Shiba Inu or Australian Cattle Dog?
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Cantabrian Water Dog breed.
Very house-friendly dog the Shiba Inu breed.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Australian Cattle Dog breed.

Cantabrian Water Dog vs Shiba Inu vs Australian Cattle Dog Adaptability and Independence Comparison

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

Cantabrian Water Dog vs Shiba Inu vs Australian Cattle Dog Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Cantabrian Water Dog or Shiba Inu or Australian Cattle Dog?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Cantabrian Water Dog bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Shiba Inu bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

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

Low 🔽

The Cantabrian Water Dog has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Shiba Inu has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Australian Cattle Dog has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Cantabrian Water Dog vs Shiba Inu vs Australian Cattle Dog mouthiness comparison:
Cantabrian Water Dog dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Shiba Inu dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Australian Cattle Dog dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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Cantabrian Water Dog vs Shiba Inu vs Australian Cattle Dog Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Cantabrian Water Dog vs Shiba Inu vs Australian Cattle Dog health comparison. Which is the healthier: Cantabrian Water Dog vs Shiba Inu vs Australian Cattle Dog?
Cantabrian Water Dogs tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
The Shiba Inu is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The Australian Cattle 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: Cantabrian Water Dog vs Shiba Inu vs Australian Cattle Dog? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Cantabrian Water Dog vs Shiba Inu vs Australian Cattle Dog health problems comparison:
No data available Hip Dysplasia
Patellar Luxation
Allergies
Cancer
Hypothyroidism
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Epilepsy
Glaucoma
Spinning
Chylothorax
Hip Dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Deafness
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Frequent
The Cantabrian Water Dog should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Average
The Shiba Inu should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Average
The Australian Cattle Dog should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Life Expectancy
Cantabrian Water Dog vs Shiba Inu vs Australian Cattle Dog lifespan comparison. How long do Cantabrian Water Dog, Shiba Inu and Australian Cattle Dog breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Cantabrian Water Dog: 13 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Shiba Inu: 13 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Australian Cattle Dog: 13 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Cantabrian Water Dog vs Shiba Inu vs Australian Cattle 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 Shiba Inu can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Australian Cattle Dog can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Cantabrian Water Dog vs Shiba Inu vs Australian Cattle Dog Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Cantabrian Water Dog vs Shiba Inu vs Australian Cattle Dog Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Cantabrian Water Dog or Shiba Inu or Australian Cattle Dog?
2.5 to 3.5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, divided into two meals. Recommended daily amount: 1/2 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 1.5 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? Cantabrian Water Dog vs Shiba Inu vs Australian Cattle Dog weight gain potential comparison:
Average: The Cantabrian Water Dog has an average risk for obesity.
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Low to Average: The Shiba Inu has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Australian Cattle Dog's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Cantabrian Water Dog vs Shiba Inu vs Australian Cattle Dog Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Cantabrian Water Dog vs Shiba Inu vs Australian Cattle Dog coat comparison:
Curly
Woolly
Dense Dense
Colors
What are the original Cantabrian Water Dog, Shiba Inu and Australian Cattle Dog color?
Black
Cream
White
Fawn
Beige
Black & White
Brown & White
Black
Tan
Red
Cream
Sesame
Red
Blue
Speckled
Mottled
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Cantabrian Water Dog or Shiba Inu or Australian Cattle Dog? Cantabrian Water Dog vs Shiba Inu vs Australian Cattle Dog grooming comparison:
Effortless: The Cantabrian Water Dog requires minimal grooming.
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Easy to groom: The Shiba Inu doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Effortless: The Australian Cattle Dog requires minimal grooming.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Cantabrian Water Dog or Shiba Inu or Australian Cattle Dog? Cantabrian Water Dog or Shiba Inu or {name3 shedding:
Cantabrian Water Dog dogs shed none to minimal.
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Shiba Inu dogs shed above average.
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Australian Cattle Dog dogs shed moderately.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Cantabrian Water Dog or Shiba Inu or Australian Cattle Dog?
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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4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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Hypoallergenic
Cantabrian Water Dog vs Shiba Inu vs Australian Cattle 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, Cantabrian Water Dog vs Shiba Inu vs Australian Cattle Dog?

Medium

The Cantabrian Water Dog has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Shiba Inu has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Australian Cattle Dog has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?
The Cantabrian Water Dog is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Shiba Inu is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Australian Cattle Dog is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Cantabrian Water Dog vs Shiba Inu vs Australian Cattle Dog Good With Comparison

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

Cantabrian Water Dog vs Shiba Inu vs Australian Cattle Dog 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: Cantabrian Water Dog or Shiba Inu or Australian Cattle 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: Cantabrian Water Dog vs Shiba Inu vs Australian Cattle Dog?

Yes

Cantabrian Water Dog breed usually likes being on a boat.
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Not really

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

Australian Cattle 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?

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.

Cantabrian Water Dog vs Shiba Inu vs Australian Cattle 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 Cantabrian Water Dog and Shiba Inu and Australian Cattle Dog have?
4-8 puppies 2-4 puppies 1-7 puppies, average 5

Cantabrian Water Dog vs Shiba Inu vs Australian Cattle Dog Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1992 as a Non-Sporting breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1980 as a Herding breed.
FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI?
Not recognized by FCI. Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Asian Spitz and related breeds section. Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) section.
Breed Recognition
What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?
No data available American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
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
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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