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Name	Doberman Pinscher	Belgian Sheepdog	Barbet
Origins	Germany	Belgium	France
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Group	Working Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Gun Dog
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Doberman Dobermann Dobynm Dobie	Chien De Berger Belge Groenendael	French Water Dog
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Doberman Pinscher vs Belgian Sheepdog vs Barbet breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Doberman Pinscher vs Belgian Sheepdog vs Barbet Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Doberman Pinscher or Belgian Sheepdog or Barbet? Which is the smallest dog, Doberman Pinscher or Belgian Sheepdog or Barbet?	Medium	Large	Large Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Doberman Pinscher or Belgian Sheepdog or Belgian Sheepdog? Doberman Pinscher vs Belgian Sheepdog vs Barbet weight comparison:	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)	37–62 pounds (17–28 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: 70 pounds (31.5 kg), Female: 65 pounds (29.5 kg)	37–62 pounds (17–28 kg )
Height Which is taller, Doberman Pinscher or Belgian Sheepdog or Barbet? Doberman Pinscher vs Belgian Sheepdog vs Barbet height comparison:	Male: 26-28 inches (66-71cm), Female: 24-26 inches (61-66 cm)	Male: 24-26 inches (61-66 cm), Female: 22-24 inches (56-61 cm)	Male: 23–26 inches (58–65 cm), Female: 21–24 inches (53–61 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 inches (63.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (58.5 cm)	Male: 23–26 inches (58–65 cm), Female: 21–24 inches (53–61 cm)

Doberman Pinscher vs Belgian Sheepdog vs Barbet Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Doberman Pinscher or Belgian Sheepdog or Barbet? Which is more expensive?	$800-$1000	$1200-$1400	$600-$1000
Availability Which is easier to get, Doberman Pinscher or Belgian Sheepdog or Barbet?	Very frequent: The Doberman Pinscher is quite easy to get.	Frequent: The Belgian Sheepdog is easier than average to get.	Average: The Barbet is a commonly available dog breed.

Doberman Pinscher vs Belgian Sheepdog vs Barbet Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Doberman Pinscher vs Belgian Sheepdog vs Barbet intelligence:	Outstanding: Doberman Pinscher is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Very smart: Belgian Sheepdog is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Doberman Pinscher vs Belgian Sheepdog vs Barbet trainability comparison.	Doberman Pinscher dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Belgian Sheepdog dogs are easy to train. See more.	Barbet dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Doberman Pinscher or Belgian Sheepdog or Barbet?	Doberman Pinscher dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Belgian Sheepdog dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Barbet dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Doberman Pinscher or Belgian Sheepdog or Barbet? 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. See more.	Belgian Sheepdog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Barbet dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Doberman Pinscher vs Belgian Sheepdog vs Barbet Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Doberman Pinscher or Belgian Sheepdog or Barbet? Doberman Pinscher vs Belgian Sheepdog vs Barbet behavior/temperament comparison:	Energetic Alert Intelligent Obedient Loyal Fearless	Active Stubborn Protective Alert Intelligent Confident Friendly Hard Working Watchful	Intelligent Obedient Joyful Companionable Cheerful
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. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Barbet dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Doberman Pinscher vs Belgian Sheepdog vs Barbet?	High: Doberman Pinscher dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: Belgian Sheepdog dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	High: Barbet dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Doberman Pinscher vs Belgian Sheepdog vs Barbet social needs comparison:	Doberman Pinscher dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Belgian Sheepdog dogs are a social breed. See more.	Barbet dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Doberman Pinscher dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Belgian Sheepdog dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Barbet dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Their prey drive is low. See more.	Their prey drive is low. See more.	Barbet 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.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Doberman Pinscher vs Belgian Sheepdog vs Barbet Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Doberman Pinscher vs Belgian Sheepdog vs Barbet playfulness comparison:	Average: Doberman Pinschers, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Belgian Sheepdog is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Barbet is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Doberman Pinscher vs Belgian Sheepdog vs Barbet?	Low to Average: The Doberman Pinscher rarely barks. See more.	A lot: Belgian Sheepdog is a particularly loud breed. See more.	Low to Average: The Barbet 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 Doberman Pinscher or Belgian Sheepdog or Barbet?	Very house-friendly dog the Doberman Pinscher breed.	It is not recommended to keep the Belgian Sheepdog breed in the home.	It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Barbet indoors.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Doberman Pinscher vs Belgian Sheepdog vs Barbet 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.	Belgian Sheepdog dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Average: Barbet dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Doberman Pinscher or Belgian Sheepdog or Barbet?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Belgian Sheepdog 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.	Barbet 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 Belgian Sheepdog vs Barbet Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Doberman Pinscher or Belgian Sheepdog or Barbet?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Doberman Pinscher bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Belgian Sheepdog bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Barbet 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:	Moderate ⏺ The Doberman Pinscher has an average chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Belgian Sheepdog has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Barbet has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Doberman Pinscher vs Belgian Sheepdog vs Barbet mouthiness comparison:	Doberman Pinscher dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Belgian Sheepdog dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Barbet dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Doberman Pinscher vs Belgian Sheepdog vs Barbet Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Doberman Pinscher vs Belgian Sheepdog vs Barbet health comparison. Which is the healthier: Doberman Pinscher vs Belgian Sheepdog vs Barbet?	Doberman Pinschers are commonly healthy dogs.	The Belgian Sheepdog is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Barbets tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Doberman Pinscher vs Belgian Sheepdog vs Barbet? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Doberman Pinscher vs Belgian Sheepdog vs Barbet health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Wobbler's Syndrome Cardiomyopathy	Hip Dysplasia Epilepsy Hyperthyroidism	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Epilepsy Entropion Ear Infections Elbow Dysplasia Hernia Overbite Underbite
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).	Average The Belgian Sheepdog should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Frequent The Barbet should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Doberman Pinscher vs Belgian Sheepdog vs Barbet lifespan comparison. How long do Doberman Pinscher, Belgian Sheepdog and Barbet breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	10-12 years The average lifespan of Doberman Pinscher: 11 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Belgian Sheepdog: 13 years	13-15 years The average lifespan of Barbet: 14 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Doberman Pinscher vs Belgian Sheepdog vs Barbet?	Prefers warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Belgian Sheepdog can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Barbet can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Doberman Pinscher vs Belgian Sheepdog vs Barbet Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Doberman Pinscher or Belgian Sheepdog or Barbet? Doberman Pinscher vs Belgian Sheepdog vs Barbet energy level comparison:	Doberman Pinscher dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Belgian Sheepdog dogs are high-energy dogs.	Barbet dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Doberman Pinscher vs Belgian Sheepdog vs Barbet exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Doberman Pinscher or Belgian Sheepdog or Barbet? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Doberman Pinscher dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Belgian Sheepdog dogs need a lot of exercises.	Barbet dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Doberman Pinscher or Belgian Sheepdog or Barbet?	Doberman Pinscher dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	Belgian Sheepdog dogs don't need too much sleep.	Barbet dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Doberman Pinscher vs Belgian Sheepdog vs Barbet Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Doberman Pinscher or Belgian Sheepdog or Barbet?	5 to 6 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	2 to 3 cups of a high-quality dog food a day.	3 to 5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Doberman Pinscher vs Belgian Sheepdog vs Barbet weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Doberman Pinscher has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Low to Average: The Belgian Sheepdog has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Barbet has an average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Doberman Pinscher vs Belgian Sheepdog vs Barbet Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Doberman Pinscher vs Belgian Sheepdog vs Barbet coat comparison:	Fine	Soft Thick	Waterproof
Colors What are the original Doberman Pinscher, Belgian Sheepdog and Barbet color?	Black Tan Red Blue White Brown	Black Cream Fawn Brindle	Black Gray White Brown Fawn
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Doberman Pinscher or Belgian Sheepdog or Barbet? Doberman Pinscher vs Belgian Sheepdog vs Barbet grooming comparison:	Easy to groom: The Doberman Pinscher doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Average: The Belgian Sheepdog requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The Barbet requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Doberman Pinscher or Belgian Sheepdog or Barbet? Doberman Pinscher or Belgian Sheepdog or {name3 shedding:	Doberman Pinscher dogs shed moderately. See more.	Belgian Sheepdog dogs shed moderately. See more.	Barbet dogs shed none to minimal. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Doberman Pinscher or Belgian Sheepdog or Barbet?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Hypoallergenic Doberman Pinscher vs Belgian Sheepdog vs Barbet hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	Yes See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Doberman Pinscher vs Belgian Sheepdog vs Barbet?	Medium ⏺ The Doberman Pinscher has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Belgian Sheepdog has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Barbet 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. See more.	The Belgian Sheepdog is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Barbet is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Doberman Pinscher vs Belgian Sheepdog vs Barbet Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Doberman Pinscher dogs are generally with other pets.	Belgian Sheepdog dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.	Barbet dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Doberman Pinscher or Belgian Sheepdog or Barbet? Which dog is more friendly?	Doberman Pinscher dogs are not stranger friendly dogs.	Belgian Sheepdog dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Barbet dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Doberman Pinscher or Belgian Sheepdog or Barbet?	Doberman Pinscher dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.	Belgian Sheepdog dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Barbet dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Doberman Pinscher or Belgian Sheepdog or Barbet?	Doberman Pinscher dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Belgian Sheepdog dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	Barbet dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Doberman Pinscher or Belgian Sheepdog or Barbet?	Doberman Pinscher dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Belgian Sheepdog dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Barbet dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Doberman Pinscher vs Belgian Sheepdog vs Barbet?	Yes Doberman Pinscher dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Belgian Sheepdog dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Barbet 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 Belgian Sheepdog is not the best dog breed for office environment.	Yes Barbet is one of the best dog breeds for office environment
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Doberman Pinschers are commonly okay with elderly people.	Belgian Sheepdogs are usually recommended for elderly people.	Barbets are usually recommended for elderly people.

Doberman Pinscher vs Belgian Sheepdog vs Barbet 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.	Not really This breed generally not used 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: Doberman Pinscher or Belgian Sheepdog or Barbet? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a 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.	Yes This breed would make an excellent 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 Belgian Sheepdog vs Barbet?	Not really Doberman Pinscher breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Belgian Sheepdog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Yes Barbet breed usually likes 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.	Not really 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	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.	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.

Doberman Pinscher vs Belgian Sheepdog vs Barbet 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 Doberman Pinscher and Belgian Sheepdog and Barbet have?	6-10 puppies	6-10 puppies	4-6 puppies
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Doberman Pinscher vs Belgian Sheepdog vs Barbet 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 in 1911 as a Herding breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club as a Miscellaneous 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.	Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Water Dogs 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 New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club Canadian Canine Registry	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	American Kennel Club Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Continental Kennel Club United Kennel Club

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