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Doberman Pinscher vs Border Collie vs West Highland White Terrier Comparison - Dog breed selector: Doberman or Sheepdog or Roseneath Terrier? Find the right dog for you

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Name Doberman Pinscher Border Collie West Highland White Terrier
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Group Working Dogs Pastoral / Herding Dogs Hunting Dogs
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Doberman
Dobermann
Dobynm
Dobie
Sheepdog
Scotch Sheep Dog
Roseneath Terrier
Westie
Westy
White Roseneath Terrier
Poltalloch Terrier
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Doberman Pinscher vs Border Collie vs West Highland White Terrier breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Doberman Pinscher vs Border Collie vs West Highland White Terrier Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Doberman Pinscher or Border Collie or West Highland White Terrier? Which is the smallest dog, Doberman Pinscher or Border Collie or West Highland White Terrier?
Medium Large Small
Weight
Which is heavier, Doberman Pinscher or Border Collie or Border Collie? Doberman Pinscher vs Border Collie vs West Highland White Terrier weight comparison:
Male: 88-99 pounds (40-45 kg), Female: 71-77 pounds (32-35 kg) Male: 30-45 pounds (14-20 kg), Female: 27-42 pounds (12-19 kg) Male: 15-22 pounds (7-10 kg), Female: 13-16 pounds (6-7 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: 37.5 pounds (17 kg), Female: 34.5 pounds (15.5 kg) Male: 18.5 pounds (8.5 kg), Female: 14.5 pounds (6.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Doberman Pinscher or Border Collie or West Highland White Terrier? Doberman Pinscher vs Border Collie vs West Highland White Terrier height comparison:
Male: 26-28 inches (66-71cm), Female: 24-26 inches (61-66 cm) Male: 19-22 inches (48-56 cm), Female: 18-21 inches (46-53 cm) Male: 10-12 inches (25-30 cm), Female: 9-11 inches (23-28 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 27 inches (68.5 cm), Female: 25 inches (63.5 cm) Male: 20.5 inches (52 cm), Female: 19.5 inches (49.5 cm) Male: 11 inches (27.5 cm), Female: 10 inches (25.5 cm)

Doberman Pinscher vs Border Collie vs West Highland White Terrier Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Doberman Pinscher or Border Collie or West Highland White Terrier? Which is more expensive?
$800-$1000 $600-$800 $900-$1200
Availability
Which is easier to get, Doberman Pinscher or Border Collie or West Highland White Terrier?
Very frequent: The Doberman Pinscher is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Border Collie is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The West Highland White Terrier is quite easy to get.

Doberman Pinscher vs Border Collie vs West Highland White Terrier Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Doberman Pinscher vs Border Collie vs West Highland White Terrier intelligence:
Outstanding: Doberman Pinscher is one of the brightest dog breeds.
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Outstanding: Border Collie is one of the brightest dog breeds.
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Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Trainability
Doberman Pinscher vs Border Collie vs West Highland White Terrier trainability comparison.
Doberman Pinscher dogs are quite easy to train.
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Border Collie dogs are easy to train.
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West Highland White Terrier dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Doberman Pinscher or Border Collie or West Highland White Terrier?
Doberman Pinscher dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Border Collie dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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West Highland White Terrier dogs are average watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Doberman Pinscher or Border Collie or West Highland White Terrier? 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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Border Collie dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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West Highland White Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Doberman Pinscher vs Border Collie vs West Highland White Terrier Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Doberman Pinscher or Border Collie or West Highland White Terrier? Doberman Pinscher vs Border Collie vs West Highland White Terrier behavior/temperament comparison:
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Obedient
Loyal
Fearless
Energetic
Protective
Alert
Intelligent
Responsive
Loyal
Tenacious
Independent
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
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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Sensitive: Border Collie dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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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 Border Collie vs West Highland White Terrier?
High: Doberman Pinscher dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Border Collie dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Average to High: West Highland White Terrier dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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Social Needs
Doberman Pinscher vs Border Collie vs West Highland White Terrier social needs comparison:
Doberman Pinscher dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Border Collie dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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West Highland White Terrier 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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Border Collie dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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West Highland White Terrier dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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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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Border Collie 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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West Highland White Terrier dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Doberman Pinscher vs Border Collie vs West Highland White Terrier Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Doberman Pinscher vs Border Collie vs West Highland White Terrier playfulness comparison:
Average: Doberman Pinschers, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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The Border Collie is a highly playful breed.
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The West Highland White Terrier is a highly playful breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Doberman Pinscher vs Border Collie vs West Highland White Terrier?
Low to Average: The Doberman Pinscher rarely barks.
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Low to Average: The Border Collie rarely barks.
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A lot: West Highland White Terrier is a particularly loud breed.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Doberman Pinscher or Border Collie or West Highland White Terrier?
Very house-friendly dog the Doberman Pinscher breed.
It is not recommended to keep the Border Collie 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 West Highland White Terrier indoors.

Doberman Pinscher vs Border Collie vs West Highland White Terrier 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.
Border Collie dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
West Highland White Terrier dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Doberman Pinscher or Border Collie or West Highland White Terrier?
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.
Border Collie dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
West Highland White Terrier 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 Border Collie vs West Highland White Terrier Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Doberman Pinscher or Border Collie or West Highland White Terrier?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Doberman Pinscher bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Border Collie bite force: Ordinary.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

West Highland White Terrier bite force: Weak.
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 Border Collie has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The West Highland White Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Doberman Pinscher vs Border Collie vs West Highland White Terrier mouthiness comparison:
Doberman Pinscher dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Border Collie dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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West Highland White Terrier dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Doberman Pinscher vs Border Collie vs West Highland White Terrier Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Doberman Pinscher vs Border Collie vs West Highland White Terrier health comparison. Which is the healthier: Doberman Pinscher vs Border Collie vs West Highland White Terrier?
Doberman Pinschers are commonly healthy dogs.
The Border Collie is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Very healthy dog breed.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Doberman Pinscher vs Border Collie vs West Highland White Terrier? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Doberman Pinscher vs Border Collie vs West Highland White Terrier health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Von Willebrand's Disease
Wobbler's Syndrome
Cardiomyopathy
Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Epilepsy
Collie Eye Anomaly
Osteochondrosis Dissecans
Cataracts
Legg-perthes Disease
Patellar Luxation
Craniomandibular Osteopathy
Globoid Cell Leukodystrophy
White Dog Shaker Syndrome
Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
Atopic Dermatitis
Hyperplastic Dermatosis
Pulmonary Fibrosis
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 Border Collie should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Rare
The West Highland White Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Life Expectancy
Doberman Pinscher vs Border Collie vs West Highland White Terrier lifespan comparison. How long do Doberman Pinscher, Border Collie and West Highland White Terrier breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Doberman Pinscher: 11 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Border Collie: 13 years
12-16 years
The average lifespan of West Highland White Terrier: 14 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Doberman Pinscher vs Border Collie vs West Highland White Terrier?
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 cold weather conditions
The Border Collie can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The West Highland White Terrier can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Doberman Pinscher vs Border Collie vs West Highland White Terrier Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Doberman Pinscher vs Border Collie vs West Highland White Terrier Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Doberman Pinscher or Border Collie or West Highland White Terrier?
5 to 6 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three meals. 1/2 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Doberman Pinscher vs Border Collie vs West Highland White Terrier weight gain potential comparison:
Average: The Doberman Pinscher has an average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Border Collie has an average risk for obesity.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the West Highland White Terrier's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Doberman Pinscher vs Border Collie vs West Highland White Terrier Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Doberman Pinscher vs Border Collie vs West Highland White Terrier coat comparison:
Fine Dense
Feathered
Straight
Short
Moderately Long
Dense
Colors
What are the original Doberman Pinscher, Border Collie and West Highland White Terrier color?
Black
Tan
Red
Blue
White
Brown
Black
Tan
Red
Sable
Brindle
Lilac
Gold
Seal
White & Red
Slate
Sable Merle
Black & White
Tricolor
Blue merle
Blue merle-tricolor
Slate merle
Red merle
Saddleback Sable
White & Blue
White & Blue Merle
White & Red Merle
White Ticked
White & Gold
White & Sable
White & Seal
White
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Doberman Pinscher or Border Collie or West Highland White Terrier? Doberman Pinscher vs Border Collie vs West Highland White Terrier grooming comparison:
Easy to groom: The Doberman Pinscher doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Average: The Border Collie requires average grooming effort.
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Advanced: The West Highland White Terrier requires a lot of grooming.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Doberman Pinscher or Border Collie or West Highland White Terrier? Doberman Pinscher or Border Collie or {name3 shedding:
Doberman Pinscher dogs shed moderately.
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Border Collie dogs shed moderately.
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West Highland White Terrier dogs shed none to minimal.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Doberman Pinscher or Border Collie or West Highland White Terrier?
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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6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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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
Doberman Pinscher vs Border Collie vs West Highland White Terrier 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 Border Collie vs West Highland White Terrier?

Medium

The Doberman Pinscher has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Border Collie has an average chance of bad smell.

Low 🔽

The West Highland White Terrier has a low 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 Border Collie is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The West Highland White Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Doberman Pinscher vs Border Collie vs West Highland White Terrier Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Doberman Pinscher dogs are generally with other pets.
Border Collie dogs are generally with other pets.
West Highland White Terrier dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Doberman Pinscher or Border Collie or West Highland White Terrier? Which dog is more friendly?
Doberman Pinscher dogs are not stranger friendly dogs.
Border Collie dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
West Highland White Terrier dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Doberman Pinscher or Border Collie or West Highland White Terrier?
Doberman Pinscher dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.
Border Collie dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
West Highland White Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Doberman Pinscher or Border Collie or West Highland White Terrier?
Doberman Pinscher dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Border Collie dogs are average friendly towards cats.
West Highland White Terrier dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Doberman Pinscher or Border Collie or West Highland White Terrier?
Doberman Pinscher dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Border Collie dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
West Highland White Terrier dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Doberman Pinscher vs Border Collie vs West Highland White Terrier?
Yes
Doberman Pinscher dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Border Collie dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
West Highland White Terrier 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
Border Collie is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
West Highland White Terrier 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.
Border Collies are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
West Highland White Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.

Doberman Pinscher vs Border Collie vs West Highland White Terrier 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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Yes

This breed makes good 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 Border Collie or West Highland White Terrier? Which is better for autism?

Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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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.

Yes

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

Not really

They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
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 Border Collie vs West Highland White Terrier?

Not really

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

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

West Highland White Terrier 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

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 Border Collie vs West Highland White Terrier 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 Border Collie and West Highland White Terrier have?
6-10 puppies 4-8 puppies 2-5 puppies

Doberman Pinscher vs Border Collie vs West Highland White Terrier 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 1995 as a Herding breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1908 as a Terrier 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 Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section. Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Small sized Terriers 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
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
The American Int. Border Collie Registry
The American Border Collie Association
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
Club Espanol De Terriers

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