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Danish-Swedish Farmdog vs Parson Russell Terrier vs German Pinscher Comparison - Dog breed selector: Dansk-svensk gårdshund or Parson or Glatthaariger Pinscher? Find the right dog for you

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Name Danish-Swedish Farmdog Parson Russell Terrier German Pinscher
OriginsDenmark flagDenmark Sweden flagSweden England flagEngland Germany flagGermany
Group Hunting Dogs Hunting Dogs Working Dogs
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Dansk-svensk gårdshund
Scanian Terrier
Parson
Parson Jack Russell Terrier
Jack Russell Terrier
Glatthaariger Pinscher
Standard Pinscher
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Danish-Swedish Farmdog vs Parson Russell Terrier vs German Pinscher breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Danish-Swedish Farmdog vs Parson Russell Terrier vs German Pinscher Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Danish-Swedish Farmdog or Parson Russell Terrier or German Pinscher? Which is the smallest dog, Danish-Swedish Farmdog or Parson Russell Terrier or German Pinscher?
Small Medium Medium
Weight
Which is heavier, Danish-Swedish Farmdog or Parson Russell Terrier or Parson Russell Terrier? Danish-Swedish Farmdog vs Parson Russell Terrier vs German Pinscher weight comparison:
15-25 pounds (7-12 kg) 14-18 pounds (6-8 kg) 25-35 pounds (11-16 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
20 pounds (9.5 kg) 16 pounds (7 kg) 30 pounds (13.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Danish-Swedish Farmdog or Parson Russell Terrier or German Pinscher? Danish-Swedish Farmdog vs Parson Russell Terrier vs German Pinscher height comparison:
Male: 13–15 inches (32–39 cm), Female: 12–15 inches (30–37 cm) 12-14 inches (31-36 cm) 16-19 inches (41-48 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 13–15 inches (32–39 cm), Female: 12–15 inches (30–37 cm) 13 inches (33.5 cm) 17.5 inches (44.5 cm)

Danish-Swedish Farmdog vs Parson Russell Terrier vs German Pinscher Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Danish-Swedish Farmdog or Parson Russell Terrier or German Pinscher? Which is more expensive?
$600-$800 $400-$600 $1400-$1600
Availability
Which is easier to get, Danish-Swedish Farmdog or Parson Russell Terrier or German Pinscher?
Average: The Danish-Swedish Farmdog is a commonly available dog breed.
Frequent: The Parson Russell Terrier is easier than average to get.
Frequent: The German Pinscher is easier than average to get.

Danish-Swedish Farmdog vs Parson Russell Terrier vs German Pinscher Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Danish-Swedish Farmdog vs Parson Russell Terrier vs German Pinscher intelligence:
Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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Trainability
Danish-Swedish Farmdog vs Parson Russell Terrier vs German Pinscher trainability comparison.
Danish-Swedish Farmdog dogs are quite easy to train.
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Parson Russell Terrier dogs are quite easy to train.
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German Pinscher dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Danish-Swedish Farmdog or Parson Russell Terrier or German Pinscher?
Danish-Swedish Farmdog dogs are average watchdogs.
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Parson Russell Terrier dogs are average watchdogs.
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German Pinscher dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Danish-Swedish Farmdog or Parson Russell Terrier or German Pinscher? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Danish-Swedish Farmdog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Parson Russell Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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German Pinscher dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Danish-Swedish Farmdog vs Parson Russell Terrier vs German Pinscher Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Danish-Swedish Farmdog or Parson Russell Terrier or German Pinscher? Danish-Swedish Farmdog vs Parson Russell Terrier vs German Pinscher behavior/temperament comparison:
Alert
Intelligent
Lively
Attentive
Happy
Energetic
Intelligent
Obedient
Bold
Eager
Loving
Courageous
Lively
Outright
Tempered
Spirited
Familiar
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
Danish-Swedish Farmdog dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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Parson Russell Terrier 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: Danish-Swedish Farmdog vs Parson Russell Terrier vs German Pinscher?
High: Danish-Swedish Farmdog dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Parson Russell Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Average to High: German Pinscher dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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Social Needs
Danish-Swedish Farmdog vs Parson Russell Terrier vs German Pinscher social needs comparison:
Danish-Swedish Farmdog dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Parson Russell Terrier dogs need for social interaction is average.
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German Pinscher dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Danish-Swedish Farmdog dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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The wanderlust potential of the Parson Russell Terrier is strong enough to escape from home.
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The wanderlust potential of the German Pinscher 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?
Danish-Swedish Farmdog 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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Parson Russell Terrier dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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German Pinscher dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Danish-Swedish Farmdog vs Parson Russell Terrier vs German Pinscher Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Danish-Swedish Farmdog vs Parson Russell Terrier vs German Pinscher playfulness comparison:
The Danish-Swedish Farmdog is a playful breed.
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The Parson Russell Terrier is a highly playful breed.
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The German Pinscher is a playful breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Danish-Swedish Farmdog vs Parson Russell Terrier vs German Pinscher?
Average to High: The Danish-Swedish Farmdog is a vocal breed.
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A lot: Parson Russell Terrier is a particularly loud breed.
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Average: The German Pinscher barks occasionally.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Danish-Swedish Farmdog or Parson Russell Terrier or German Pinscher?
Very house-friendly dog the Danish-Swedish Farmdog 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 Parson Russell Terrier 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 German Pinscher indoors.

Danish-Swedish Farmdog vs Parson Russell Terrier vs German Pinscher Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
Danish-Swedish Farmdog dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Parson Russell Terrier dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Average: German Pinscher dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Danish-Swedish Farmdog or Parson Russell Terrier or German Pinscher?
Danish-Swedish Farmdog dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
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.

Danish-Swedish Farmdog vs Parson Russell Terrier vs German Pinscher Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Danish-Swedish Farmdog or Parson Russell Terrier or German Pinscher?

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Danish-Swedish Farmdog bite force: Weak.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Parson Russell Terrier bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

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

Low 🔽

The Danish-Swedish Farmdog has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Parson Russell Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The German Pinscher has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Danish-Swedish Farmdog vs Parson Russell Terrier vs German Pinscher mouthiness comparison:
Danish-Swedish Farmdog dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Parson Russell Terrier dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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German Pinscher dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Danish-Swedish Farmdog vs Parson Russell Terrier vs German Pinscher Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Danish-Swedish Farmdog vs Parson Russell Terrier vs German Pinscher health comparison. Which is the healthier: Danish-Swedish Farmdog vs Parson Russell Terrier vs German Pinscher?
Danish-Swedish Farmdogs tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
The Parson Russell Terrier is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
German Pinschers are commonly healthy dogs.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Danish-Swedish Farmdog vs Parson Russell Terrier vs German Pinscher? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Danish-Swedish Farmdog vs Parson Russell Terrier vs German Pinscher health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Patellar Luxation
Dental Problems
No data available No data available
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Frequent
The Danish-Swedish Farmdog should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Average
The Parson Russell Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Rare
The German Pinscher should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Life Expectancy
Danish-Swedish Farmdog vs Parson Russell Terrier vs German Pinscher lifespan comparison. How long do Danish-Swedish Farmdog, Parson Russell Terrier and German Pinscher breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
9-15 years
The average lifespan of Danish-Swedish Farmdog: 12 years
13-15 years
The average lifespan of Parson Russell Terrier: 14 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of German Pinscher: 13 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Danish-Swedish Farmdog vs Parson Russell Terrier vs German Pinscher?
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 Parson Russell Terrier can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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Danish-Swedish Farmdog vs Parson Russell Terrier vs German Pinscher Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Danish-Swedish Farmdog vs Parson Russell Terrier vs German Pinscher Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Danish-Swedish Farmdog or Parson Russell Terrier or German Pinscher?
1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 1/2 to 1 cup dry food a day. 2 to 2.5 cup 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? Danish-Swedish Farmdog vs Parson Russell Terrier vs German Pinscher weight gain potential comparison:
Low to Average: The Danish-Swedish Farmdog has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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Low: The Parson Russell Terrier has good luck with genetics.
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Average: The German Pinscher has an average risk for obesity.
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Danish-Swedish Farmdog vs Parson Russell Terrier vs German Pinscher Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Danish-Swedish Farmdog vs Parson Russell Terrier vs German Pinscher coat comparison:
Shiny
Smooth
Rough Dense
Shiny
Smooth
Colors
What are the original Danish-Swedish Farmdog, Parson Russell Terrier and German Pinscher color?
Black
White
Brown
Black
Tan
White
Brown
Black
Tan
Red
Blue
Brown
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Danish-Swedish Farmdog or Parson Russell Terrier or German Pinscher? Danish-Swedish Farmdog vs Parson Russell Terrier vs German Pinscher grooming comparison:
Easy to groom: The Danish-Swedish Farmdog doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Easy to groom: The Parson Russell Terrier doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Effortless: The German Pinscher requires minimal grooming.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Danish-Swedish Farmdog or Parson Russell Terrier or German Pinscher? Danish-Swedish Farmdog or Parson Russell Terrier or {name3 shedding:
Danish-Swedish Farmdog dogs shed moderately.
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Parson Russell Terrier dogs shed moderately.
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German Pinscher dogs shed none to minimal.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Danish-Swedish Farmdog or Parson Russell Terrier or German Pinscher?
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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4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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Hypoallergenic
Danish-Swedish Farmdog vs Parson Russell Terrier vs German Pinscher 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, Danish-Swedish Farmdog vs Parson Russell Terrier vs German Pinscher?

Medium

The Danish-Swedish Farmdog has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Parson Russell Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.

Low 🔽

The German Pinscher has a low chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?
The Danish-Swedish Farmdog is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency.
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The Parson Russell Terrier is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency.
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The German Pinscher is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Danish-Swedish Farmdog vs Parson Russell Terrier vs German Pinscher Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Danish-Swedish Farmdog dogs are generally with other pets.
Parson Russell Terrier dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
German Pinscher dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Danish-Swedish Farmdog or Parson Russell Terrier or German Pinscher? Which dog is more friendly?
Danish-Swedish Farmdog dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Parson Russell Terrier dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
German Pinscher dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Danish-Swedish Farmdog or Parson Russell Terrier or German Pinscher?
Danish-Swedish Farmdog dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Parson Russell Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
German Pinscher dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Danish-Swedish Farmdog or Parson Russell Terrier or German Pinscher?
Danish-Swedish Farmdog dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Parson Russell Terrier dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
German Pinscher dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Danish-Swedish Farmdog or Parson Russell Terrier or German Pinscher?
Danish-Swedish Farmdog dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Parson Russell Terrier dogs are not dog-friendly.
German Pinscher dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Danish-Swedish Farmdog vs Parson Russell Terrier vs German Pinscher?
Yes
Danish-Swedish Farmdog dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Parson Russell Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
German Pinscher dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
Danish-Swedish Farmdog is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Parson Russell Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
German Pinscher is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
Danish-Swedish Farmdogs are usually recommended for elderly people.
Parson Russell Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.
German Pinschers are usually recommended for elderly people.

Danish-Swedish Farmdog vs Parson Russell Terrier vs German Pinscher 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: Danish-Swedish Farmdog or Parson Russell Terrier or German Pinscher? 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: Danish-Swedish Farmdog vs Parson Russell Terrier vs German Pinscher?

Not really

Danish-Swedish Farmdog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Parson Russell Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

German Pinscher 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.

Danish-Swedish Farmdog vs Parson Russell Terrier vs German Pinscher 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 Danish-Swedish Farmdog and Parson Russell Terrier and German Pinscher have?
3-5 puppies 4-8 puppies 6-8 puppies

Danish-Swedish Farmdog vs Parson Russell Terrier vs German Pinscher 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 1997 as a Terrier breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2003 as a Working breed.
FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI?
Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Pinscher and Schnauzer type section. Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Large and medium sized Terriers section. Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Pinscher and Schnauzer type section.
Breed Recognition
What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?
American Canine Registry
America's Pet Registry
Federation Cynologique Internationale
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Rare Breed Association
Foundation Stock Service
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

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