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Cretan Hound vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Border Collie Comparison - Dog breed selector: Cretan Hunting Dog or Zwergschnauzer or Sheepdog? Find the right dog for you

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Name Cretan Hound Miniature Schnauzer Border Collie
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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Cretan Hound, Miniature Schnauzer, and Border Collie breeds.
Cretan Hunting Dog
Cretan Rabbit Dog
Cretan Tracer
Cretan Tracing Dog
Kritikos Ichnilatus
Kritikos Lagonikos
Zwergschnauzer Sheepdog
Scotch Sheep Dog
Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between Cretan Hound, Miniature Schnauzer, and Border Collie? Compare their breeding categories.
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Cretan Hound vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Border Collie Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Compare size differences between Cretan Hound, Miniature Schnauzer, and Border Collie. Which breed is the largest?
Large
Medium
Small Large
Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between Cretan Hound, Miniature Schnauzer, and Border Collie? Compare adult weight ranges.
Males: 44-66 pounds (20-30 kg), Female: 44-66 pounds (20-30 kg) Male: 11-18 pounds (5.0-8.2 kg), Female: 10-15 pounds (4.5-6.8 kg) Male: 30-45 pounds (14-20 kg), Female: 27-42 pounds (12-19 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Males: 55 pounds (25 kg), Female: 55 pounds (25 kg) Male: 14.5 pounds (5.0-8.2 kg), Female: 12.5 pounds (4.5-6.8 kg) Male: 37.5 pounds (17 kg), Female: 34.5 pounds (15.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Cretan Hound or Miniature Schnauzer or Border Collie? Cretan Hound vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Border Collie height comparison:
Male: 19-27 inches (48-68.5 cm), Female: 19-27 inches (48-68.5 cm) Male: 14 inches (35.6 cm), Female: 13 inches (33.0 cm) Male: 19-22 inches (48-56 cm), Female: 18-21 inches (46-53 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 23 inches (58 cm), Female: 23 inches (58 cm) Male: 14 inches (35.6 cm), Female: 13 inches (33.0 cm) Male: 20.5 inches (52 cm), Female: 19.5 inches (49.5 cm)

Cretan Hound vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Border Collie Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range
Compare puppy costs for Cretan Hound, Miniature Schnauzer, and Border Collie. Find price differences between these breeds.
Unknown $600-$1000 $600-$800
Availability
Which is easier to get, Cretan Hound or Miniature Schnauzer or Border Collie?
Average: The Cretan Hound is a commonly available dog breed.
Very frequent: The Miniature Schnauzer is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Border Collie is quite easy to get.

Cretan Hound vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Border Collie Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between Cretan Hound, Miniature Schnauzer, and Border Collie. Which breed ranks highest?
Smart: The Cretan Hound dogs have great intelligence.
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Very smart: Miniature Schnauzer is an excellent dog breed.
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Outstanding: Border Collie is one of the brightest dog breeds.
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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between Cretan Hound, Miniature Schnauzer, and Border Collie. Which is easiest to train?
A slightly harder to train than average.
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Miniature Schnauzer dogs are easy to train.
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Border Collie dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of Cretan Hound, Miniature Schnauzer, and Border Collie. Which breed is most alert?
Cretan Hound dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Miniature Schnauzer dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Border Collie dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between Cretan Hound, Miniature Schnauzer, and Border Collie. Which breed is most protective?
Cretan Hound dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Miniature Schnauzer dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Border Collie dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Cretan Hound vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Border Collie Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between Cretan Hound, Miniature Schnauzer, and Border Collie? Compare temperaments.
Independent
Affectionate
Gentle
Hard working
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Obedient
Fearless
Spirited
Energetic
Protective
Alert
Intelligent
Responsive
Loyal
Tenacious
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
Cretan Hound dogs are less sensitive than other dog breeds.
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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Sensitive: Border Collie dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Cretan Hound vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Border Collie?
Average to High: Cretan Hound dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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High: Miniature Schnauzer dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Border Collie dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Cretan Hound vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Border Collie social needs comparison:
Cretan Hound dogs are known to be antisocial.
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Miniature Schnauzer dogs are a social breed.
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Border Collie dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
The wanderlust potential of the Cretan Hound is strong enough to escape from home.
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Miniature Schnauzer dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Border Collie dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Cretan Hound dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Miniature Schnauzer dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Border Collie 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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Cretan Hound vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Border Collie Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of Cretan Hound, Miniature Schnauzer, and Border Collie. Which breed is most vocal?
Average to High: The Cretan Hound is a vocal breed.
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Average: The Miniature Schnauzer barks occasionally.
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Low to Average: The Border Collie rarely barks.
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between Cretan Hound, Miniature Schnauzer, and Border Collie. Which breed is most playful?
Average: Cretan Hounds, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Average: Miniature Schnauzers, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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The Border Collie is a highly playful breed.
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Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of Cretan Hound, Miniature Schnauzer, and Border Collie. Which adapts best to small spaces?
It is not recommended to keep the Cretan Hound 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 Miniature Schnauzer indoors.
It is not recommended to keep the Border Collie breed in the home.

Cretan Hound vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Border Collie Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between Cretan Hound, Miniature Schnauzer, and Border Collie. Which breed is most flexible?
Average: Cretan Hound dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Miniature Schnauzer dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Border Collie dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: Cretan Hound or Miniature Schnauzer or Border Collie?
Cretan Hound dogs love being alone, they need their own free time.
Miniature Schnauzer 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.
Border Collie dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Cretan Hound vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Border Collie Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between Cretan Hound, Miniature Schnauzer, and Border Collie. Which has lowest bite risk?

Low 🔽

The Cretan Hound has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Miniature Schnauzer has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Border Collie has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between Cretan Hound, Miniature Schnauzer, and Border Collie. Which uses mouth most during play?
Cretan Hound dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Miniature Schnauzer dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Border Collie dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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Bite Strength Rating
Compare bite forces between Cretan Hound, Miniature Schnauzer, and Border Collie. Which has the strongest bite?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Cretan Hound bite force: Ordinary.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Miniature Schnauzer bite force: Weak.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Border Collie bite force: Ordinary.

Cretan Hound vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Border Collie Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of Cretan Hound, Miniature Schnauzer, and Border Collie. Which breed lives longest?
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Cretan Hound: 13 years
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Miniature Schnauzer: 13 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Border Collie: 13 years
Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between Cretan Hound, Miniature Schnauzer, and Border Collie. Which handles climate changes best?
Prefers warm weather
Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates.
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Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Miniature Schnauzer 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 Border Collie can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in Cretan Hound, Miniature Schnauzer, and Border Collie. Which has fewer health issues?
The Cretan Hound is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The Miniature Schnauzer is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The Border Collie is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Vet Care Frequency
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Average
The Cretan Hound should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Average
The Miniature Schnauzer should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Average
The Border Collie should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Cretan Hound vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Border Collie? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Cretan Hound vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Border Collie health problems comparison:
No data available Cataracts
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Mycobacterium avium-intracellulare infection (MAI)
Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Epilepsy
Collie Eye Anomaly
Osteochondrosis Dissecans

Cretan Hound vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Border Collie Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating
Compare energy levels between Cretan Hound, Miniature Schnauzer, and Border Collie. Which breed is most active?
Cretan Hound dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Miniature Schnauzer dogs are high-energy dogs.
Border Collie dogs are high-energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Cretan Hound vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Border Collie exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Cretan Hound or Miniature Schnauzer or Border Collie? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Cretan Hound dogs have an average exercise need.
Miniature Schnauzer dogs have an average exercise need.
Border Collie dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Cretan Hound or Miniature Schnauzer or Border Collie?
Cretan Hound dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
Miniature Schnauzer dogs don't need too much sleep.
Border Collie dogs don't need too much sleep.

Cretan Hound vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Border Collie Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between Cretan Hound, Miniature Schnauzer, and Border Collie. Which is most prone to obesity?
Average: The Cretan Hound has an average risk for obesity.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Miniature Schnauzer's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Average: The Border Collie has an average risk for obesity.
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between Cretan Hound, Miniature Schnauzer, and Border Collie. Which needs most food?
3 to 4 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 1/2 to 1 cup dry food a day. 1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three meals.

Cretan Hound vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Border Collie Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Cretan Hound, Miniature Schnauzer, and Border Collie. Which is best for allergy sufferers?
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between Cretan Hound, Miniature Schnauzer, and Border Collie. What colors are available?
Black
Gray
Cream
White
Fawn
Brindle
Sandy
Black
Silver
Pepper
Salt
Black
Tan
Red
Sable
Brindle
Lilac
Gold
Seal
White & Red
Slate
Sable Merle
Black & White
Tricolor
Blue merle
Blue merle-tricolor
Slate merle
Red merle
Saddleback Sable
White & Blue
White & Blue Merle
White & Red Merle
White Ticked
White & Gold
White & Sable
White & Seal
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between Cretan Hound, Miniature Schnauzer, and Border Collie. Which requires most maintenance?
Effortless: The Cretan Hound requires minimal grooming.
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Advanced: The Miniature Schnauzer requires a lot of grooming.
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Average: The Border Collie requires average grooming effort.
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Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between Cretan Hound, Miniature Schnauzer, and Border Collie. Which drools least?
The Cretan Hound is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency.
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The Miniature Schnauzer is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Border Collie is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between Cretan Hound, Miniature Schnauzer, and Border Collie. Which has least natural smell?

Medium

The Cretan Hound has an average chance of bad smell.

Low 🔽

The Miniature Schnauzer has a low chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Border Collie has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between Cretan Hound, Miniature Schnauzer, and Border Collie. How do their fur characteristics differ?
Smooth Wiry Dense
Feathered
Straight
Short
Moderately Long
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between Cretan Hound, Miniature Schnauzer, and Border Collie. Which requires most frequent baths?
4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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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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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Cretan Hound or Miniature Schnauzer or Border Collie? Cretan Hound or Miniature Schnauzer or {name3 shedding:
Cretan Hound dogs shed moderately.
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Miniature Schnauzer dogs shed none to minimal.
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Border Collie dogs shed moderately.
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Cretan Hound vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Border Collie Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility
Compare child-friendliness between Cretan Hound, Miniature Schnauzer, and Border Collie. Which is best with kids?
Cretan Hound dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Miniature Schnauzer dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Border Collie dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Pet Compatibility
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Cretan Hound dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Miniature Schnauzer dogs are generally with other pets.
Border Collie dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Cretan Hound or Miniature Schnauzer or Border Collie? Which dog is more friendly?
Cretan Hound dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Miniature Schnauzer dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Border Collie dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Cretan Hound or Miniature Schnauzer or Border Collie?
Cretan Hound dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Miniature Schnauzer dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Border Collie dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Cretan Hound or Miniature Schnauzer or Border Collie?
Cretan Hound dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Miniature Schnauzer dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Border Collie dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Cretan Hound vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Border Collie?
No
Cretan Hound dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.
Yes
Miniature Schnauzer dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Border Collie dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
Cretan Hound is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Miniature Schnauzer is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Border Collie is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
Cretan Hounds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Miniature Schnauzers are usually recommended for elderly people.
Border Collies are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Cretan Hound vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Border Collie As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between Cretan Hound, Miniature Schnauzer, and Border Collie. Which is best suited for service work?

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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Yes

This breed makes good as a service dog.
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Therapy Work Suitability
Compare therapy dog potential between Cretan Hound, Miniature Schnauzer, and Border Collie. Which excels in therapy work?

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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Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between Cretan Hound, Miniature Schnauzer, and Border Collie. Which has best nose work ability?

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.

Yes

After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.
Search & Rescue Potential
Compare search and rescue potential between Cretan Hound, Miniature Schnauzer, and Border Collie. Which is best for SAR work?

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.

Yes

This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.
Maritime Work Ability
Compare boating aptitude between Cretan Hound, Miniature Schnauzer, and Border Collie. Which is best suited for water work?

Not really

Cretan Hound breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Yes

Miniature Schnauzer breed usually likes being on a boat.
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Not really

Border Collie breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between Cretan Hound, Miniature Schnauzer, and Border Collie. Which is best for draft work?

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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Military Service Background
Compare military service history of Cretan Hound, Miniature Schnauzer, and Border Collie. Which has most military use?

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.

Cretan Hound vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Border Collie Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of Cretan Hound, Miniature Schnauzer, and Border Collie. Which has most puppies?
3-7 puppies 3-6 puppies 4-8 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of Cretan Hound, Miniature Schnauzer, and Border Collie. Any breeding differences?
60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between Cretan Hound, Miniature Schnauzer, and Border Collie. What's recommended?

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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Cretan Hound vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Border Collie Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for Cretan Hound, Miniature Schnauzer, and Border Collie. How are they classified?
Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1926 as a Terrier breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1995 as a Herding breed.
FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for Cretan Hound, Miniature Schnauzer, and Border Collie. How are they classified internationally?
Not recognized by FCI. Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Pinscher and Schnauzer type section. Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section.
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of Cretan Hound, Miniature Schnauzer, and Border Collie. Which has most recognition?
No data available American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
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
United Kennel Club
The American Int. Border Collie Registry
The American Border Collie Association

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