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Name	Dingo	Rottweiler	Australian Cattle Dog
Origins	Australia	Germany	Australia
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Working Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Australian Native Dog Boolomo Maliki Mirigung Noggum Warrigal Australian Dingo	Rott Rottie	Blue Heeler Cattle Dog Red Heeler Queensland Heeler
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Dingo vs Rottweiler vs Australian Cattle Dog breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Dingo vs Rottweiler vs Australian Cattle Dog Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Dingo or Rottweiler or Australian Cattle Dog? Which is the smallest dog, Dingo or Rottweiler or Australian Cattle Dog?	Medium	Large Giant	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Dingo or Rottweiler or Rottweiler? Dingo vs Rottweiler vs Australian Cattle Dog weight comparison:	50-70 pounds (23-32 kg)	Male: 95-130 pounds (43-59 kg), Female: 85-115 pounds (38-52 kg)	30-62 pounds (13-28 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	60 pounds (27.5 kg)	Male: 112.5 pounds (51 kg), Female: 100 pounds (45 kg)	46 pounds (20.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Dingo or Rottweiler or Australian Cattle Dog? Dingo vs Rottweiler vs Australian Cattle Dog height comparison:	19-23 inches (48-58.5 cm)	Male: 24-27 inches (61-69 cm), Female: 22-25 inches (56-63 cm)	Male: 17-20 inches (43-51 cm), Female: 17-19 inches (43-48 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	21 inches (48-58.5 cm)	Male: 25.5 inches (65 cm), Female: 23.5 inches (59.5 cm)	Male: 18.5 inches (47 cm), Female: 18 inches (45.5 cm)

Dingo vs Rottweiler vs Australian Cattle Dog Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Dingo or Rottweiler or Australian Cattle Dog? Which is more expensive?	$500-$1000	$1200-$2000	$500-$700
Availability Which is easier to get, Dingo or Rottweiler or Australian Cattle Dog?	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.	Very frequent: The Rottweiler is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Australian Cattle Dog is quite easy to get.

Dingo vs Rottweiler vs Australian Cattle Dog Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Dingo vs Rottweiler vs Australian Cattle Dog intelligence:	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Outstanding: Rottweiler is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Outstanding: Australian Cattle Dog is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Dingo vs Rottweiler vs Australian Cattle Dog trainability comparison.	Dingo dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Rottweiler dogs are easy to train. See more.	Australian Cattle Dog dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Dingo or Rottweiler or Australian Cattle Dog?	Dingo dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Rottweiler dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Australian Cattle Dog dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Dingo or Rottweiler or Australian Cattle Dog? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Dingo dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Rottweiler dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Australian Cattle Dog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Dingo vs Rottweiler vs Australian Cattle Dog Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Dingo or Rottweiler or Australian Cattle Dog? Dingo vs Rottweiler vs Australian Cattle Dog behavior/temperament comparison:	Aloof Agile Loyal Cooperative Restless	Independent Protective Alert Courageous Intelligent Loyal Fearless Good-natured	Energetic Protective Alert Intelligent Responsive Loyal Aggressive
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are easygoing, low-sensitivity dogs. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Dingo vs Rottweiler vs Australian Cattle Dog?	Slightly Below Average: Dingo dogs may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence. See more.	Average: Rottweiler dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	Average: Australian Cattle Dog dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Dingo vs Rottweiler vs Australian Cattle Dog social needs comparison:	Dingo dogs are known to be antisocial. See more.	Rottweiler dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Australian Cattle Dog dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Dingo dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Rottweiler dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Australian Cattle Dog is strong enough to escape from home. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Dingo 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. See more.	Rottweiler dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Australian Cattle Dog dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Dingo vs Rottweiler vs Australian Cattle Dog Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Dingo vs Rottweiler vs Australian Cattle Dog playfulness comparison:	Dingos are not the most playful dog breed. See more.	Average: Rottweilers, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Australian Cattle Dog is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Dingo vs Rottweiler vs Australian Cattle Dog?	Low to Average: The Dingo rarely barks. See more.	Low: The Rottweiler barks none to minimal. See more.	Low to Average: The Australian Cattle Dog rarely barks. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Dingo or Rottweiler or Australian Cattle Dog?	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Dingo 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 Rottweiler indoors.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Australian Cattle Dog breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Dingo vs Rottweiler vs Australian Cattle Dog Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Dingo dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Average: Rottweiler dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Average: Australian Cattle Dog dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Dingo or Rottweiler or Australian Cattle Dog?	Dingo dogs love being alone, they need their own free time.	Rottweiler 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.

Dingo vs Rottweiler vs Australian Cattle Dog Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Dingo or Rottweiler or Australian Cattle Dog?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Dingo bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Rottweiler bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Australian Cattle Dog bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	High 🔼 The Dingo has a high chance of biting somebody.	High 🔼 The Rottweiler has a high chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Australian Cattle Dog has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Dingo vs Rottweiler vs Australian Cattle Dog mouthiness comparison:	Dingo dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Rottweiler dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Australian Cattle Dog dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.

Dingo vs Rottweiler vs Australian Cattle Dog Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Dingo vs Rottweiler vs Australian Cattle Dog health comparison. Which is the healthier: Dingo vs Rottweiler vs Australian Cattle Dog?	Dingos tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	The Rottweiler is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Australian Cattle Dog is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Dingo vs Rottweiler vs Australian Cattle Dog? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Dingo vs Rottweiler vs Australian Cattle Dog health problems comparison:	Canine Distemper Heart Worms Tapeworms	Hip Dysplasia Allergies Hypothyroidism Bloat Elbow Dysplasia Panosteitis Aortic Stenosis Osteosarcoma Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis	Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Deafness
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Frequent The Dingo should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Average The Rottweiler should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Australian Cattle Dog should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Dingo vs Rottweiler vs Australian Cattle Dog lifespan comparison. How long do Dingo, Rottweiler and Australian Cattle Dog breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	16-20 years The average lifespan of Dingo: 18 years	8-12 years The average lifespan of Rottweiler: 10 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Australian Cattle Dog: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Dingo vs Rottweiler vs Australian Cattle Dog?	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Australian Cattle Dog can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Dingo vs Rottweiler vs Australian Cattle Dog Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Dingo vs Rottweiler vs Australian Cattle Dog Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Dingo or Rottweiler or Australian Cattle Dog?	2.5 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	Recommended daily amount: 4 to 10 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.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Dingo vs Rottweiler vs Australian Cattle Dog weight gain potential comparison:	Low: The Dingo has good luck with genetics. See more.	High: The Rottweiler breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Australian Cattle Dog's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Dingo vs Rottweiler vs Australian Cattle Dog Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Dingo vs Rottweiler vs Australian Cattle Dog coat comparison:	Thick Double	Dense	Dense
Colors What are the original Dingo, Rottweiler and Australian Cattle Dog color?	White Yellow	Black Tan Rust Mahogany	Red Blue Speckled Mottled
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Dingo or Rottweiler or Australian Cattle Dog? Dingo vs Rottweiler vs Australian Cattle Dog grooming comparison:	Effortless: The Dingo requires minimal grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Rottweiler requires minimal grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Australian Cattle Dog requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Dingo or Rottweiler or Australian Cattle Dog? Dingo or Rottweiler or {name3 shedding:	Dingo dogs shed moderately. See more.	Rottweiler dogs shed moderately. See more.	Australian Cattle Dog dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Dingo or Rottweiler or Australian Cattle Dog?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.
Hypoallergenic Dingo vs Rottweiler vs Australian Cattle Dog hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Dingo vs Rottweiler vs Australian Cattle Dog?	Medium ⏺ The Dingo has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Rottweiler has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Australian Cattle Dog has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Dingo is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Rottweiler drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed. See more.	The Australian Cattle Dog is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Dingo vs Rottweiler vs Australian Cattle Dog Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Dingo dogs are generally with other pets.	Rottweiler dogs are generally with other pets.	Australian Cattle Dog dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Dingo or Rottweiler or Australian Cattle Dog? Which dog is more friendly?	Dingo dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Rottweiler dogs are not stranger friendly dogs.	Australian Cattle Dog dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Dingo or Rottweiler or Australian Cattle Dog?	Dingo dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.	Rottweiler dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.	Australian Cattle Dog dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Dingo or Rottweiler or Australian Cattle Dog?	Dingo dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Rottweiler dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Australian Cattle Dog dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Dingo or Rottweiler or Australian Cattle Dog?	Dingo dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Rottweiler dogs are not dog-friendly.	Australian Cattle Dog dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Dingo vs Rottweiler vs Australian Cattle Dog?	Yes Dingo dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Rottweiler dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Australian Cattle Dog dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Dingo is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Rottweiler is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Australian Cattle Dog is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Dingos are commonly okay with elderly people.	Rottweilers are not the best breed for elderly people.	Australian Cattle Dogs are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Dingo vs Rottweiler vs Australian Cattle Dog As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Dingo or Rottweiler or Australian Cattle Dog? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
Therapy Dog Breeds
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: Dingo vs Rottweiler vs Australian Cattle Dog?	Not really Dingo breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Rottweiler breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Australian Cattle Dog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
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. See more.	Yes A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Fighting Dog / Military Dog	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Dingo vs Rottweiler vs Australian Cattle Dog Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.
Litter Size How many puppies can Dingo and Rottweiler and Australian Cattle Dog have?	2-8 puppies	8-12 puppies	1-7 puppies, average 5
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Dingo vs Rottweiler vs Australian Cattle Dog Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1931 as a Working breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1980 as a Herding breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type section.	Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club Colonial Rottweiler Club Deutscher Rottweiler Klub International Rottweiler Club	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club

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