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Cão da Serra de Aires vs Carolina Dog vs Catalan Sheepdog Comparison - Dog breed selector: Portuguese Shepherd Dog or Dixie Dingo or Catalan sheepdog? Find the right dog for you

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Name Cão da Serra de Aires Carolina Dog Catalan Sheepdog
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Group Working Dogs Gun Dog Pastoral / Herding Dogs
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Portuguese Shepherd Dog
Portuguese Sheepdog
Dixie Dingo
Indian Dog
North American Native Dog
Yaller
Yeller Dog
Yellow Dog
American Dingo
Catalan sheepdog
Catalan shepherd
Atura Català
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Cão da Serra de Aires vs Carolina Dog vs Catalan Sheepdog breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Cão da Serra de Aires vs Carolina Dog vs Catalan Sheepdog Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Cão da Serra de Aires or Carolina Dog or Catalan Sheepdog? Which is the smallest dog, Cão da Serra de Aires or Carolina Dog or Catalan Sheepdog?
Medium Medium Medium
Weight
Which is heavier, Cão da Serra de Aires or Carolina Dog or Carolina Dog? Cão da Serra de Aires vs Carolina Dog vs Catalan Sheepdog weight comparison:
26-40 pounds (12-18 kg) 30-44 pounds (15-20 kg) Male: 44-55 pounds (20-25 kg), Female: 37-46 pounds (17-21 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
33 pounds (15 kg) 37 pounds (17.5 kg) Male: 49.5 pounds (22.5 kg), Female: 41.5 pounds (19 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Cão da Serra de Aires or Carolina Dog or Catalan Sheepdog? Cão da Serra de Aires vs Carolina Dog vs Catalan Sheepdog height comparison:
16-22 inches (41-56 cm) 17-24 inches (45-61 cm) Male: 19–22 inches (47–55 cm), Female: 18–21 inches (45–53 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
19 inches (48.5 cm) 20.5 inches (53 cm) Male: 19–22 inches (47–55 cm), Female: 18–21 inches (45–53 cm)

Cão da Serra de Aires vs Carolina Dog vs Catalan Sheepdog Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Cão da Serra de Aires or Carolina Dog or Catalan Sheepdog? Which is more expensive?
$800-$1000 $800-$1000 $600-$800
Availability
Which is easier to get, Cão da Serra de Aires or Carolina Dog or Catalan Sheepdog?
Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.
Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.
Average: The Catalan Sheepdog is a commonly available dog breed.

Cão da Serra de Aires vs Carolina Dog vs Catalan Sheepdog Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Cão da Serra de Aires vs Carolina Dog vs Catalan Sheepdog intelligence:
Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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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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Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Trainability
Cão da Serra de Aires vs Carolina Dog vs Catalan Sheepdog trainability comparison.
Cão da Serra de Aires dogs are quite easy to train.
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Carolina Dog dogs are quite easy to train.
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Catalan Sheepdog dogs are very easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Cão da Serra de Aires or Carolina Dog or Catalan Sheepdog?
Cão da Serra de Aires dogs are average watchdogs.
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Carolina Dog dogs are average watchdogs.
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Catalan Sheepdog dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Cão da Serra de Aires or Carolina Dog or Catalan Sheepdog? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Cão da Serra de Aires dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Carolina Dog dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Catalan Sheepdog dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Cão da Serra de Aires vs Carolina Dog vs Catalan Sheepdog Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Cão da Serra de Aires or Carolina Dog or Catalan Sheepdog? Cão da Serra de Aires vs Carolina Dog vs Catalan Sheepdog behavior/temperament comparison:
Intelligent
Lively
Loyal
Gentle
Adaptable
Reserved
Primitive
Agile
Protective
Intelligent
Loyal
Trainable
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
Cão da Serra de Aires 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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Catalan Sheepdog dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Cão da Serra de Aires vs Carolina Dog vs Catalan Sheepdog?
High: Cão da Serra de Aires dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Average: Carolina Dog dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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High: Catalan Sheepdog dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Cão da Serra de Aires vs Carolina Dog vs Catalan Sheepdog social needs comparison:
Cão da Serra de Aires dogs are a social breed.
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Carolina Dog dogs are a social breed.
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Catalan Sheepdog dogs are a social breed.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Cão da Serra de Aires dogs tend to escape less than other breeds.
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Carolina Dog dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Catalan Sheepdog dogs tend to escape less than other breeds.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Cão da Serra de Aires dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Carolina Dog 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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Catalan Sheepdog 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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Cão da Serra de Aires vs Carolina Dog vs Catalan Sheepdog Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Cão da Serra de Aires vs Carolina Dog vs Catalan Sheepdog playfulness comparison:
The Cão da Serra de Aires is a highly playful breed.
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Carolina Dogs are not the most playful dog breed.
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Catalan Sheepdogs are not the most playful dog breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Cão da Serra de Aires vs Carolina Dog vs Catalan Sheepdog?
Low to Average: The Cão da Serra de Aires rarely barks.
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Low to Average: The Carolina Dog rarely barks.
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Low to Average: The Catalan Sheepdog rarely barks.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Cão da Serra de Aires or Carolina Dog or Catalan Sheepdog?
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Cão da Serra de Aires breed.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Carolina Dog 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 Catalan Sheepdog indoors.

Cão da Serra de Aires vs Carolina Dog vs Catalan Sheepdog Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
Cão da Serra de Aires dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Average: Carolina Dog dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Average: Catalan Sheepdog dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Cão da Serra de Aires or Carolina Dog or Catalan Sheepdog?
Cão da Serra de Aires 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.
Carolina 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.
Catalan Sheepdog 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.

Cão da Serra de Aires vs Carolina Dog vs Catalan Sheepdog Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Cão da Serra de Aires or Carolina Dog or Catalan Sheepdog?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Cão da Serra de Aires bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Carolina Dog bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

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

Low 🔽

The Cão da Serra de Aires has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Carolina Dog has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Catalan Sheepdog has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Cão da Serra de Aires vs Carolina Dog vs Catalan Sheepdog mouthiness comparison:
Cão da Serra de Aires dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Carolina Dog dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Catalan Sheepdog dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Cão da Serra de Aires vs Carolina Dog vs Catalan Sheepdog Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Cão da Serra de Aires vs Carolina Dog vs Catalan Sheepdog health comparison. Which is the healthier: Cão da Serra de Aires vs Carolina Dog vs Catalan Sheepdog?
The Cão da Serra de Aires is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Carolina Dogs tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Catalan Sheepdogs tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Cão da Serra de Aires vs Carolina Dog vs Catalan Sheepdog? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Cão da Serra de Aires vs Carolina Dog vs Catalan Sheepdog health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Luxating Patella
Eye Problems
No data available Hip Dysplasia
Patellar Luxation
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Epilepsy
Deafness
Dental Problems
Glaucoma
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Average
The Cão da Serra de Aires should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Frequent
The Carolina Dog should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Frequent
The Catalan Sheepdog should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Life Expectancy
Cão da Serra de Aires vs Carolina Dog vs Catalan Sheepdog lifespan comparison. How long do Cão da Serra de Aires, Carolina Dog and Catalan Sheepdog breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Cão da Serra de Aires: 13 years
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Carolina Dog: 13 years
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Catalan Sheepdog: 13 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Cão da Serra de Aires vs Carolina Dog vs Catalan Sheepdog?
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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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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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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Cão da Serra de Aires vs Carolina Dog vs Catalan Sheepdog Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Cão da Serra de Aires or Carolina Dog or Catalan Sheepdog? Cão da Serra de Aires vs Carolina Dog vs Catalan Sheepdog energy level comparison:
Cão da Serra de Aires dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Carolina Dog dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Catalan Sheepdog dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Cão da Serra de Aires vs Carolina Dog vs Catalan Sheepdog exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Cão da Serra de Aires or Carolina Dog or Catalan Sheepdog? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Cão da Serra de Aires dogs have an average exercise need.
Carolina Dog dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Catalan Sheepdog dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Cão da Serra de Aires or Carolina Dog or Catalan Sheepdog?
Cão da Serra de Aires dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Carolina Dog dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Catalan Sheepdog dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.

Cão da Serra de Aires vs Carolina Dog vs Catalan Sheepdog Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Cão da Serra de Aires or Carolina Dog or Catalan Sheepdog?
2 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals 2 to 3 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? Cão da Serra de Aires vs Carolina Dog vs Catalan Sheepdog weight gain potential comparison:
Average: The Cão da Serra de Aires has an average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Carolina Dog has an average risk for obesity.
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Low to Average: The Catalan Sheepdog has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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Cão da Serra de Aires vs Carolina Dog vs Catalan Sheepdog Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Cão da Serra de Aires vs Carolina Dog vs Catalan Sheepdog coat comparison:
Shaggy Dense
Thick
Rough
Wavy
Thick
Shaggy
Colors
What are the original Cão da Serra de Aires, Carolina Dog and Catalan Sheepdog color?
Black
Fawn
Grey
Wolf grey
Tan
Red
Sable
Yellow
Orange
Beige
Ginger
Black
Gray
Red
Brown
Fawn
Sable
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Cão da Serra de Aires or Carolina Dog or Catalan Sheepdog? Cão da Serra de Aires vs Carolina Dog vs Catalan Sheepdog grooming comparison:
Easy to groom: The Cão da Serra de Aires doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Easy to groom: The Carolina Dog doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Average: The Catalan Sheepdog requires average grooming effort.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Cão da Serra de Aires or Carolina Dog or Catalan Sheepdog? Cão da Serra de Aires or Carolina Dog or {name3 shedding:
Cão da Serra de Aires dogs shed moderately.
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Carolina Dog dogs shed moderately.
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Catalan Sheepdog dogs shed moderately.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Cão da Serra de Aires or Carolina Dog or Catalan Sheepdog?
8-12 weeks
Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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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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6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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Hypoallergenic
Cão da Serra de Aires vs Carolina Dog vs Catalan Sheepdog 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, Cão da Serra de Aires vs Carolina Dog vs Catalan Sheepdog?

Medium

The Cão da Serra de Aires has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Carolina Dog has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Catalan Sheepdog has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?
The Cão da Serra de Aires is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Carolina Dog is an average drooler.
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The Catalan Sheepdog is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Cão da Serra de Aires vs Carolina Dog vs Catalan Sheepdog Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Cão da Serra de Aires dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Carolina Dog dogs are generally with other pets.
Catalan Sheepdog dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Cão da Serra de Aires or Carolina Dog or Catalan Sheepdog? Which dog is more friendly?
Cão da Serra de Aires dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Carolina Dog dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Catalan Sheepdog dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Cão da Serra de Aires or Carolina Dog or Catalan Sheepdog?
Cão da Serra de Aires dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Carolina Dog dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.
Catalan Sheepdog dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Cão da Serra de Aires or Carolina Dog or Catalan Sheepdog?
Cão da Serra de Aires dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Carolina Dog dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Catalan Sheepdog dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Cão da Serra de Aires or Carolina Dog or Catalan Sheepdog?
Cão da Serra de Aires dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Carolina Dog dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Catalan Sheepdog dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Cão da Serra de Aires vs Carolina Dog vs Catalan Sheepdog?
Yes
Cão da Serra de Aires dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Carolina Dog dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Catalan Sheepdog dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
Cão da Serra de Aires is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Carolina Dog is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Catalan Sheepdog is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
Cão da Serra de Airess are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Carolina Dogs are commonly okay with elderly people.
Catalan Sheepdogs are usually recommended for elderly people.

Cão da Serra de Aires vs Carolina Dog vs Catalan Sheepdog 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: Cão da Serra de Aires or Carolina Dog or Catalan Sheepdog? 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: Cão da Serra de Aires vs Carolina Dog vs Catalan Sheepdog?

Not really

Cão da Serra de Aires breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Carolina Dog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Catalan Sheepdog 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.

Cão da Serra de Aires vs Carolina Dog vs Catalan Sheepdog 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 Cão da Serra de Aires and Carolina Dog and Catalan Sheepdog have?
3-6 puppies 3-6 puppies 4-6 puppies

Cão da Serra de Aires vs Carolina Dog vs Catalan Sheepdog 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. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI?
No data available Not recognized by FCI. Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section.
Breed Recognition
What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?
American Canine Registry
America's Pet Registry
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
American Canine Association, Inc.
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
Foundation Stock Service
American Canine Registry
America's Pet Registry
Dog Registry of America Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
American Rare Breed Association
Dog Registry of America Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.

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