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Doberman Pinscher vs Argentine Dogo vs Belgian Tervuren Comparison - Dog breed selector: Doberman or Argentine Mastiff or Tervuren? Find the right dog for you

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Name Doberman Pinscher Argentine Dogo Belgian Tervuren
OriginsGermany flagGermany Argentina flagArgentina Belgium flagBelgium
Group Working Dogs Guard Dogs Pastoral / Herding Dogs
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Doberman
Dobermann
Dobynm
Dobie
Argentine Mastiff
Argentine Dog
Tervuren
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Doberman Pinscher vs Argentine Dogo vs Belgian Tervuren breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Doberman Pinscher vs Argentine Dogo vs Belgian Tervuren Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Doberman Pinscher or Argentine Dogo or Belgian Tervuren? Which is the smallest dog, Doberman Pinscher or Argentine Dogo or Belgian Tervuren?
Medium Large Large
Weight
Which is heavier, Doberman Pinscher or Argentine Dogo or Argentine Dogo? Doberman Pinscher vs Argentine Dogo vs Belgian Tervuren weight comparison:
Male: 88-99 pounds (40-45 kg), Female: 71-77 pounds (32-35 kg) Male: 88-99 pounds (40-45 kg), Female: 71-77 pounds (32-35 kg) Male: 65-75 pounds (29-34 kg), Female: 60-70 pounds (27-32 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 93.5 pounds (42.5 kg), Female: 74 pounds (33.5 kg) Male: 93.5 pounds (42.5 kg), Female: 74 pounds (33.5 kg) Male: 70 pounds (31.5 kg), Female: 65 pounds (29.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Doberman Pinscher or Argentine Dogo or Belgian Tervuren? Doberman Pinscher vs Argentine Dogo vs Belgian Tervuren height comparison:
Male: 26-28 inches (66-71cm), Female: 24-26 inches (61-66 cm) Male: 24-27 inches (64-68 cm), Female: 23-25 inches (60-64 cm) Male: 24-26 inches (61-66 cm), Female: 22-24 inches (56-61 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 27 inches (68.5 cm), Female: 25 inches (63.5 cm) Male: 25.5 inches (66 cm), Female: 24 inches (62 cm) Male: 25 inches (63.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (58.5 cm)

Doberman Pinscher vs Argentine Dogo vs Belgian Tervuren Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Doberman Pinscher or Argentine Dogo or Belgian Tervuren? Which is more expensive?
$800-$1000 $2800-$5000 $1200-$1400
Availability
Which is easier to get, Doberman Pinscher or Argentine Dogo or Belgian Tervuren?
Very frequent: The Doberman Pinscher is quite easy to get.
Average: The Argentine Dogo is a commonly available dog breed.
Frequent: The Belgian Tervuren is easier than average to get.

Doberman Pinscher vs Argentine Dogo vs Belgian Tervuren Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Doberman Pinscher vs Argentine Dogo vs Belgian Tervuren intelligence:
Outstanding: Doberman Pinscher is one of the brightest dog breeds.
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Smart: The Argentine Dogo dogs have great intelligence.
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Very smart: Belgian Tervuren is an excellent dog breed.
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Trainability
Doberman Pinscher vs Argentine Dogo vs Belgian Tervuren trainability comparison.
Doberman Pinscher dogs are quite easy to train.
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Argentine Dogo dogs are quite easy to train.
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Belgian Tervuren dogs are very easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Doberman Pinscher or Argentine Dogo or Belgian Tervuren?
Doberman Pinscher dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Argentine Dogo dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Belgian Tervuren dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Doberman Pinscher or Argentine Dogo or Belgian Tervuren? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Doberman Pinscher dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Argentine Dogo dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Belgian Tervuren dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Doberman Pinscher vs Argentine Dogo vs Belgian Tervuren Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Doberman Pinscher or Argentine Dogo or Belgian Tervuren? Doberman Pinscher vs Argentine Dogo vs Belgian Tervuren behavior/temperament comparison:
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Obedient
Loyal
Fearless
Loving
Protective
Loyal
Sociable
Tolerant
Energetic
Protective
Alert
Intelligent
Loyal
Attentive
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
Sensitive: Doberman Pinscher dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Argentine Dogo 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: Doberman Pinscher vs Argentine Dogo vs Belgian Tervuren?
High: Doberman Pinscher dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Average: Argentine Dogo dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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Average to High: Belgian Tervuren dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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Social Needs
Doberman Pinscher vs Argentine Dogo vs Belgian Tervuren social needs comparison:
Doberman Pinscher dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Argentine Dogo dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Belgian Tervuren dogs are a social breed.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Doberman Pinscher dogs tend to escape less than other breeds.
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The wanderlust potential of the Argentine Dogo is strong enough to escape from home.
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Belgian Tervuren 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?
Their prey drive is low.
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Argentine Dogo dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Belgian Tervuren dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Doberman Pinscher vs Argentine Dogo vs Belgian Tervuren Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Doberman Pinscher vs Argentine Dogo vs Belgian Tervuren playfulness comparison:
Average: Doberman Pinschers, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Average: Argentine Dogos, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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The Belgian Tervuren is a highly playful breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Doberman Pinscher vs Argentine Dogo vs Belgian Tervuren?
Low to Average: The Doberman Pinscher rarely barks.
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Low to Average: The Argentine Dogo rarely barks.
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A lot: Belgian Tervuren is a particularly loud breed.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Doberman Pinscher or Argentine Dogo or Belgian Tervuren?
Very house-friendly dog the Doberman Pinscher breed.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Argentine Dogo 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 Belgian Tervuren indoors.

Doberman Pinscher vs Argentine Dogo vs Belgian Tervuren Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
Doberman Pinscher dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Average: Argentine Dogo dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Belgian Tervuren dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Doberman Pinscher or Argentine Dogo or Belgian Tervuren?
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.
Belgian Tervuren 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.

Doberman Pinscher vs Argentine Dogo vs Belgian Tervuren Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Doberman Pinscher or Argentine Dogo or Belgian Tervuren?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Doberman Pinscher bite force: Ordinary.

Above 400 PSI 🔼

Argentine Dogo bite force: The Strongest.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

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

Moderate

The Doberman Pinscher has an average chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Argentine Dogo has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Belgian Tervuren has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Doberman Pinscher vs Argentine Dogo vs Belgian Tervuren mouthiness comparison:
Doberman Pinscher dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Argentine Dogo dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Belgian Tervuren dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Doberman Pinscher vs Argentine Dogo vs Belgian Tervuren Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Doberman Pinscher vs Argentine Dogo vs Belgian Tervuren health comparison. Which is the healthier: Doberman Pinscher vs Argentine Dogo vs Belgian Tervuren?
Doberman Pinschers are commonly healthy dogs.
Argentine Dogos tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
The Belgian Tervuren 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: Doberman Pinscher vs Argentine Dogo vs Belgian Tervuren? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Doberman Pinscher vs Argentine Dogo vs Belgian Tervuren health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Von Willebrand's Disease
Wobbler's Syndrome
Cardiomyopathy
Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Cancer
Hypothyroidism
Deafness
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Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Rare
The Doberman Pinscher should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Frequent
The Argentine Dogo should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Average
The Belgian Tervuren should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Life Expectancy
Doberman Pinscher vs Argentine Dogo vs Belgian Tervuren lifespan comparison. How long do Doberman Pinscher, Argentine Dogo and Belgian Tervuren breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Doberman Pinscher: 11 years
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Argentine Dogo: 11 years
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Belgian Tervuren: 13 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Doberman Pinscher vs Argentine Dogo vs Belgian Tervuren?
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 warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
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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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Doberman Pinscher vs Argentine Dogo vs Belgian Tervuren Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Doberman Pinscher or Argentine Dogo or Belgian Tervuren? Doberman Pinscher vs Argentine Dogo vs Belgian Tervuren energy level comparison:
Doberman Pinscher dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Argentine Dogo dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Belgian Tervuren dogs are high-energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Doberman Pinscher vs Argentine Dogo vs Belgian Tervuren exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Doberman Pinscher or Argentine Dogo or Belgian Tervuren? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Doberman Pinscher dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Argentine Dogo dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Belgian Tervuren dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Doberman Pinscher or Argentine Dogo or Belgian Tervuren?
Doberman Pinscher dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
Argentine Dogo dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Belgian Tervuren dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.

Doberman Pinscher vs Argentine Dogo vs Belgian Tervuren Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Doberman Pinscher or Argentine Dogo or Belgian Tervuren?
5 to 6 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 6 to 8 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 2 to 3 cups of a high-quality dog food a day.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Doberman Pinscher vs Argentine Dogo vs Belgian Tervuren weight gain potential comparison:
Average: The Doberman Pinscher has an average risk for obesity.
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Low to Average: The Argentine Dogo has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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Low to Average: The Belgian Tervuren has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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Doberman Pinscher vs Argentine Dogo vs Belgian Tervuren Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Doberman Pinscher vs Argentine Dogo vs Belgian Tervuren coat comparison:
Fine Fine Thick
Double
Colors
What are the original Doberman Pinscher, Argentine Dogo and Belgian Tervuren color?
Black
Tan
Red
Blue
White
Brown
White Black
Cream
Fawn
Brindle
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Doberman Pinscher or Argentine Dogo or Belgian Tervuren? Doberman Pinscher vs Argentine Dogo vs Belgian Tervuren grooming comparison:
Easy to groom: The Doberman Pinscher doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Easy to groom: The Argentine Dogo doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Average: The Belgian Tervuren requires average grooming effort.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Doberman Pinscher or Argentine Dogo or Belgian Tervuren? Doberman Pinscher or Argentine Dogo or {name3 shedding:
Doberman Pinscher dogs shed moderately.
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Argentine Dogo dogs shed moderately.
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Belgian Tervuren dogs shed moderately.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Doberman Pinscher or Argentine Dogo or Belgian Tervuren?
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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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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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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Hypoallergenic
Doberman Pinscher vs Argentine Dogo vs Belgian Tervuren 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, Doberman Pinscher vs Argentine Dogo vs Belgian Tervuren?

Medium

The Doberman Pinscher has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Argentine Dogo has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Belgian Tervuren has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?
The Doberman Pinscher drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed.
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The Argentine Dogo is an average drooler.
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The Belgian Tervuren is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Doberman Pinscher vs Argentine Dogo vs Belgian Tervuren Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Doberman Pinscher dogs are generally with other pets.
Argentine Dogo dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Belgian Tervuren dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Doberman Pinscher or Argentine Dogo or Belgian Tervuren? Which dog is more friendly?
Doberman Pinscher dogs are not stranger friendly dogs.
Argentine Dogo dogs are not stranger friendly dogs.
Belgian Tervuren dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Doberman Pinscher or Argentine Dogo or Belgian Tervuren?
Doberman Pinscher dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.
Argentine Dogo dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.
Belgian Tervuren dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Doberman Pinscher or Argentine Dogo or Belgian Tervuren?
Doberman Pinscher dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Argentine Dogo dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Belgian Tervuren dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Doberman Pinscher or Argentine Dogo or Belgian Tervuren?
Doberman Pinscher dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Argentine Dogo dogs are not dog-friendly.
Belgian Tervuren dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Doberman Pinscher vs Argentine Dogo vs Belgian Tervuren?
Yes
Doberman Pinscher dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Argentine Dogo dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Belgian Tervuren dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
Doberman Pinscher is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Argentine Dogo is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Belgian Tervuren is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
Doberman Pinschers are commonly okay with elderly people.
Argentine Dogos are commonly okay with elderly people.
Belgian Tervurens are usually recommended for elderly people.

Doberman Pinscher vs Argentine Dogo vs Belgian Tervuren 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: Doberman Pinscher or Argentine Dogo or Belgian Tervuren? 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: Doberman Pinscher vs Argentine Dogo vs Belgian Tervuren?

Not really

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

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

Belgian Tervuren 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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Yes

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

Yes

In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

Yes

In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Doberman Pinscher vs Argentine Dogo vs Belgian Tervuren 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 Doberman Pinscher and Argentine Dogo and Belgian Tervuren have?
6-10 puppies 4-8 puppies 6-10 puppies

Doberman Pinscher vs Argentine Dogo vs Belgian Tervuren Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1908 as a Working breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club as a Miscellaneous breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1959 as a Herding 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. Not recognized by FCI. Not recognized by FCI.
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
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
Canadian Canine Registry
American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
National Kennel Club
Backwoods Bulldog Club
Federacion Cinologica Argentina
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