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Dachshund vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Australian Shepherd Comparison - Dog breed selector: Bassotto or Ameri or Little Blue Dog? Find the right dog for you

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Name Dachshund Miniature American Shepherd Australian Shepherd
OriginsGermany flagGermany United States flagUnited States United States flagUnited States
Group Hunting Dogs Working Dogs Pastoral / Herding Dogs
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Bassotto
Sausage Dog
Tekkel
Tekkel Doxie
Weenie Dog
Worshond
Teckel
Ameri
Mini American
North American Shepherd
Little Blue Dog
Aussie
Breed Type
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Purebred Purebred Purebred

Dachshund vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Australian Shepherd Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Dachshund or Miniature American Shepherd or Australian Shepherd? Which is the smallest dog, Dachshund or Miniature American Shepherd or Australian Shepherd?
Small Small
Medium
Large
Weight
Which is heavier, Dachshund or Miniature American Shepherd or Miniature American Shepherd? Dachshund vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Australian Shepherd weight comparison:
Toy: 8-11 pounds (3.5-5.0 kg)Standard: 16-32 pounds (7-15 kg), Miniature: 12 pounds (5.5 kg) 15-35 pounds (6-16 kg) Male: 50-65 pounds (25-29 kg), Female: 40-55 pounds (18-25 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Toy: 9.5 pounds (3.5-5.0 kg)Standard: 24 pounds (11 kg), Miniature: 12 pounds (5.5 kg) 25 pounds (11 kg) Male: 57.5 pounds (27 kg), Female: 47.5 pounds (21.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Dachshund or Miniature American Shepherd or Australian Shepherd? Dachshund vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Australian Shepherd height comparison:
Toy: 12 inches (30 cm)Standard: 8-11 inches (20-27 cm), Miniature: 5-7 inches (13-18 cm) Male: 14–18 inches (36–46 cm), Female: 13–17 inches (33–43 cm) Male: 20-23 inches (52-58cm), Female: 18-21 inches (46–53 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Toy: 12 inches (30 cm)Standard: 9.5 inches (23.5 cm), Miniature: 6 inches (15.5 cm) Male: 14–18 inches (36–46 cm), Female: 13–17 inches (33–43 cm) Male: 21.5 inches (55 cm), Female: 19.5 inches (46–53 cm)

Dachshund vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Australian Shepherd Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Dachshund or Miniature American Shepherd or Australian Shepherd? Which is more expensive?
$500-$700 $900-$1000 $600-$800
Availability
Which is easier to get, Dachshund or Miniature American Shepherd or Australian Shepherd?
Very frequent: The Dachshund is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Miniature American Shepherd is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Australian Shepherd is quite easy to get.

Dachshund vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Australian Shepherd Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Dachshund vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Australian Shepherd 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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Smart: The Australian Shepherd dogs have great intelligence.
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Trainability
Dachshund vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Australian Shepherd trainability comparison.
Dachshund dogs are easy to train.
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Miniature American Shepherd dogs are very easy to train.
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Australian Shepherd dogs are very easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Dachshund or Miniature American Shepherd or Australian Shepherd?
Dachshund dogs are average watchdogs.
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Miniature American Shepherd dogs are average watchdogs.
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Australian Shepherd dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Dachshund or Miniature American Shepherd or Australian Shepherd? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Dachshund dogs are average defenders.
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Miniature American Shepherd dogs are average defenders.
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Australian Shepherd dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Dachshund vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Australian Shepherd Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Dachshund or Miniature American Shepherd or Australian Shepherd? Dachshund vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Australian Shepherd behavior/temperament comparison:
Playful
Stubborn
Courageous
Devoted
Lively
Clever
Energetic
Intelligent
Loyal
Devoted
Active
Loving
Protective
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Good-natured
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
They are a little bit more 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: Australian Shepherd 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: Dachshund vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Australian Shepherd?
High: Dachshund dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Average to High: Miniature American Shepherd dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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Average to High: Australian Shepherd dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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Social Needs
Dachshund vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Australian Shepherd social needs comparison:
Dachshund dogs are a social breed.
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Miniature American Shepherd dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Australian Shepherd dogs are a social breed.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Dachshund dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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Miniature American Shepherd dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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Australian Shepherd dogs are not the biggest explorers.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Dachshund dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Miniature American Shepherd dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Australian Shepherd dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Dachshund vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Australian Shepherd Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Dachshund vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Australian Shepherd playfulness comparison:
Average: Dachshunds, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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The Miniature American Shepherd is a highly playful breed.
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The Australian Shepherd is a highly playful breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Dachshund vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Australian Shepherd?
A lot: Dachshund is a particularly loud breed.
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Low to Average: The Miniature American Shepherd rarely barks.
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Low to Average: The Australian Shepherd rarely barks.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Dachshund or Miniature American Shepherd or Australian Shepherd?
Apartment-friendly dog the Dachshund breed.
It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Miniature American Shepherd indoors.
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.

Dachshund vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Australian Shepherd Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
Dachshund dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Miniature American Shepherd dogs don't adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Australian Shepherd dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Dachshund or Miniature American Shepherd or Australian Shepherd?
Dachshund 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.
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.

Dachshund vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Australian Shepherd Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Dachshund or Miniature American Shepherd or Australian Shepherd?

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Dachshund bite force: Weak.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Miniature American Shepherd bite force: Weak.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

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

Low 🔽

The Dachshund has a low chance of biting somebody.

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The Miniature American Shepherd has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

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

Health Issues
Dachshund vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Australian Shepherd health comparison. Which is the healthier: Dachshund vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Australian Shepherd?
The Dachshund is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Miniature American Shepherds tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
The Australian Shepherd 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: Dachshund vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Australian Shepherd? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Dachshund vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Australian Shepherd health problems comparison:
Legg-perthes Disease
Cancer
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Bloat
Epilepsy
Deafness
Intervertebral Disk Disease
Elbow Dysplasia
Demodectic Mange
Mitral Valve Disease
Cushing's Syndrome
Acanthosis Nigricans
Baldness
Canine Diabetes Mellitus
Lymphocytic Thyroiditis
Narcolepsy
No data available 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
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Average
The Dachshund should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Frequent
The Miniature American Shepherd should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Average
The Australian Shepherd should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Life Expectancy
Dachshund vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Australian Shepherd lifespan comparison. How long do Dachshund, Miniature American Shepherd and Australian Shepherd breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Dachshund: 13 years
13-15 years
The average lifespan of Miniature American Shepherd: 14 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Australian Shepherd: 13 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Dachshund vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Australian Shepherd?
Prefers warm weather
Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates.
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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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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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Dachshund vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Australian Shepherd Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Dachshund vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Australian Shepherd Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Dachshund or Miniature American Shepherd or Australian Shepherd?
1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 1 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? Dachshund vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Australian Shepherd weight gain potential comparison:
High: The Dachshund breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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Average: The Miniature American Shepherd has an average risk for obesity.
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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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Dachshund vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Australian Shepherd Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Dachshund vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Australian Shepherd coat comparison:
Fine Smooth Feathered
Colors
What are the original Dachshund, Miniature American Shepherd and Australian Shepherd color?
Black
Tan
Red
Blue
White
Silver
Brown
Black
Blue
White
Merle
Black
Red
Blue
Merle
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Dachshund or Miniature American Shepherd or Australian Shepherd? Dachshund vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Australian Shepherd grooming comparison:
Easy to groom: The Dachshund doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Easy to groom: The Miniature American Shepherd doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Average: The Australian Shepherd requires average grooming effort.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Dachshund or Miniature American Shepherd or Australian Shepherd? Dachshund or Miniature American Shepherd or {name3 shedding:
Dachshund dogs shed none to minimal.
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Miniature American Shepherd dogs shed moderately.
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Australian Shepherd dogs shed moderately.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Dachshund or Miniature American Shepherd or Australian Shepherd?
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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6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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Hypoallergenic
Dachshund vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Australian Shepherd 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, Dachshund vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Australian Shepherd?

Low 🔽

The Dachshund has a low chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Miniature American Shepherd has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

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

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Dachshund dogs are generally with other pets.
Miniature American Shepherd dogs are generally with other pets.
Australian Shepherd dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Dachshund or Miniature American Shepherd or Australian Shepherd? Which dog is more friendly?
Dachshund dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Miniature American Shepherd dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Australian Shepherd dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Dachshund or Miniature American Shepherd or Australian Shepherd?
Dachshund dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.
Miniature American Shepherd dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Australian Shepherd dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Dachshund or Miniature American Shepherd or Australian Shepherd?
Dachshund dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Miniature American Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Australian Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Dachshund or Miniature American Shepherd or Australian Shepherd?
Dachshund dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Miniature American Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Australian Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Dachshund vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Australian Shepherd?
Yes
Dachshund dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
No
Miniature American Shepherd dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.
Yes
Australian Shepherd dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
Dachshund is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Miniature American Shepherd is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Australian Shepherd is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
Dachshunds are not the best breed for elderly people.
Miniature American Shepherds are usually recommended for elderly people.
Australian Shepherds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Dachshund vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Australian Shepherd As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog
Which one could be a service dog?

Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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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: Dachshund or Miniature American Shepherd or Australian Shepherd? Which is better for autism?

Yes

This breed makes a perfect 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?

Yes

After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.

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: Dachshund vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Australian Shepherd?

Not really

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

Miniature American Shepherd 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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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.

Dachshund vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Australian Shepherd Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length 60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency

Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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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 Dachshund and Miniature American Shepherd and Australian Shepherd have?
4-8 puppies 2-6 puppies 6-9 puppies, average 7

Dachshund vs Miniature American Shepherd vs Australian Shepherd Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Hound breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2015 as a Herding breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1991 as a Herding breed.
FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI?
Recognized by FCI in the Dachshunds group, in the section. 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
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
Canadian Canine Registry
No data available 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

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