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Doberman Pinscher vs Brittany vs Australian Kelpie Comparison - Dog breed selector: Doberman or American Brittany or Australischer Kelpie? Find the right dog for you

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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Doberman Pinscher, Brittany, and Australian Kelpie breeds.
Doberman
Dobermann
Dobynm
Dobie
American Brittany
Brittany Spaniel
Epagneul Breton
Australischer Kelpie
Barb
Kelpie
Australian Sheepdog
Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between Doberman Pinscher, Brittany, and Australian Kelpie? Compare their breeding categories.
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Doberman Pinscher vs Brittany vs Australian Kelpie Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Compare size differences between Doberman Pinscher, Brittany, and Australian Kelpie. Which breed is the largest?
Medium Medium Medium
Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between Doberman Pinscher, Brittany, and Australian Kelpie? Compare adult weight ranges.
Male: 88-99 pounds (40-45 kg), Female: 71-77 pounds (32-35 kg) Male: 35-40 pounds (16-18 kg), Females: 30-40 pounds (14-18 kg) 25-45 pounds (11-20 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), Females: 35 pounds (16 kg) 35 pounds (15.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Doberman Pinscher or Brittany or Australian Kelpie? Doberman Pinscher vs Brittany vs Australian Kelpie height comparison:
Male: 26-28 inches (66-71cm), Female: 24-26 inches (61-66 cm) Male: 17-21 inches (43-53 cm), Female: 18-20 inches (46-51 cm) 17-20 inches (43-51 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 27 inches (68.5 cm), Female: 25 inches (63.5 cm) Male: 19 inches (48 cm), Female: 19 inches (48.5 cm) 18.5 inches (47 cm)

Doberman Pinscher vs Brittany vs Australian Kelpie Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range
Compare puppy costs for Doberman Pinscher, Brittany, and Australian Kelpie. Find price differences between these breeds.
$800-$1000 $700-$800 $500-$700
Availability
Which is easier to get, Doberman Pinscher or Brittany or Australian Kelpie?
Very frequent: The Doberman Pinscher is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Brittany is quite easy to get.
Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.

Doberman Pinscher vs Brittany vs Australian Kelpie Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between Doberman Pinscher, Brittany, and Australian Kelpie. Which breed ranks highest?
Outstanding: Doberman Pinscher is one of the brightest dog breeds.
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Very smart: Brittany is an excellent dog breed.
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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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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between Doberman Pinscher, Brittany, and Australian Kelpie. Which is easiest to train?
Doberman Pinscher dogs are quite easy to train.
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Brittany dogs are easy to train.
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Australian Kelpie dogs are very easy to train.
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Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of Doberman Pinscher, Brittany, and Australian Kelpie. Which breed is most alert?
Doberman Pinscher dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Brittany dogs are average watchdogs.
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Australian Kelpie dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between Doberman Pinscher, Brittany, and Australian Kelpie. Which breed is most protective?
Doberman Pinscher dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Brittany dogs are average defenders.
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Australian Kelpie dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Doberman Pinscher vs Brittany vs Australian Kelpie Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between Doberman Pinscher, Brittany, and Australian Kelpie? Compare temperaments.
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Obedient
Loyal
Fearless
Independent
Alert
Intelligent
Responsive
Social
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Loyal
Robust
Eager
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: Brittany 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 Brittany vs Australian Kelpie?
High: Doberman Pinscher dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Brittany dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Average: Australian Kelpie dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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Social Needs
Doberman Pinscher vs Brittany vs Australian Kelpie social needs comparison:
Doberman Pinscher dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Brittany dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Australian Kelpie dogs need for social interaction is average.
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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 Brittany is strong enough to escape from home.
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The wanderlust potential of the Australian Kelpie is strong enough to escape from home.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Their prey drive is low.
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Brittany dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Australian Kelpie dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Doberman Pinscher vs Brittany vs Australian Kelpie Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of Doberman Pinscher, Brittany, and Australian Kelpie. Which breed is most vocal?
Low to Average: The Doberman Pinscher rarely barks.
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Average: The Brittany barks occasionally.
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Low to Average: The Australian Kelpie rarely barks.
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between Doberman Pinscher, Brittany, and Australian Kelpie. Which breed is most playful?
Average: Doberman Pinschers, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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The Brittany is a highly playful breed.
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The Australian Kelpie is a playful breed.
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Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of Doberman Pinscher, Brittany, and Australian Kelpie. Which adapts best to small spaces?
Very house-friendly dog the Doberman Pinscher 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 Brittany indoors.
It is not recommended to keep the Australian Kelpie breed in the home.

Doberman Pinscher vs Brittany vs Australian Kelpie Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between Doberman Pinscher, Brittany, and Australian Kelpie. Which breed is most flexible?
Doberman Pinscher dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Brittany dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Australian Kelpie dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: Doberman Pinscher or Brittany or Australian Kelpie?
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.
Brittany 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.

Doberman Pinscher vs Brittany vs Australian Kelpie Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between Doberman Pinscher, Brittany, and Australian Kelpie. Which has lowest bite risk?

Moderate

The Doberman Pinscher has an average chance of biting somebody.

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The Brittany has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Australian Kelpie has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between Doberman Pinscher, Brittany, and Australian Kelpie. Which uses mouth most during play?
Doberman Pinscher dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Brittany dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Australian Kelpie dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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Bite Strength Rating
Compare bite forces between Doberman Pinscher, Brittany, and Australian Kelpie. Which has the strongest bite?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Doberman Pinscher bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Brittany bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Australian Kelpie bite force: Ordinary.

Doberman Pinscher vs Brittany vs Australian Kelpie Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of Doberman Pinscher, Brittany, and Australian Kelpie. Which breed lives longest?
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Doberman Pinscher: 11 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Brittany: 13 years
10-14 years
The average lifespan of Australian Kelpie: 12 years
Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between Doberman Pinscher, Brittany, and Australian Kelpie. Which handles climate changes best?
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 Brittany can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in Doberman Pinscher, Brittany, and Australian Kelpie. Which has fewer health issues?
Doberman Pinschers are commonly healthy dogs.
The Brittany is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Australian Kelpies tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Vet Care Frequency
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 Brittany should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Frequent
The Australian Kelpie should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Doberman Pinscher vs Brittany vs Australian Kelpie? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Doberman Pinscher vs Brittany vs Australian Kelpie health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Von Willebrand's Disease
Wobbler's Syndrome
Cardiomyopathy
Hip Dysplasia
Hypothyroidism
Epilepsy
Hip Dysplasia
Patellar Luxation
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Osteoarthritis
Cerebellar Abiotrophy
Collie Eye Anomaly

Doberman Pinscher vs Brittany vs Australian Kelpie Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating
Compare energy levels between Doberman Pinscher, Brittany, and Australian Kelpie. Which breed is most active?
Doberman Pinscher dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Brittany dogs are high-energy dogs.
Australian Kelpie dogs are high-energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Doberman Pinscher vs Brittany vs Australian Kelpie exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Doberman Pinscher or Brittany or Australian Kelpie? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Doberman Pinscher dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Brittany dogs need a lot of exercises.
Australian Kelpie dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Doberman Pinscher or Brittany or Australian Kelpie?
Doberman Pinscher dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
Brittany dogs don't need too much sleep.
Australian Kelpie dogs don't need too much sleep.

Doberman Pinscher vs Brittany vs Australian Kelpie Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between Doberman Pinscher, Brittany, and Australian Kelpie. Which is most prone to obesity?
Average: The Doberman Pinscher has an average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Brittany has an average risk for obesity.
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Low to Average: The Australian Kelpie has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between Doberman Pinscher, Brittany, and Australian Kelpie. Which needs most food?
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 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.

Doberman Pinscher vs Brittany vs Australian Kelpie Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Doberman Pinscher, Brittany, and Australian Kelpie. Which is best for allergy sufferers?
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between Doberman Pinscher, Brittany, and Australian Kelpie. What colors are available?
Black
Tan
Red
Blue
White
Brown
White
Orange
Liver
Roan
Black
Tan
Red
Blue
Brown
Fawn
Chocolate
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between Doberman Pinscher, Brittany, and Australian Kelpie. Which requires most maintenance?
Easy to groom: The Doberman Pinscher doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Easy to groom: The Brittany doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Effortless: The Australian Kelpie requires minimal grooming.
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Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between Doberman Pinscher, Brittany, and Australian Kelpie. Which drools 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 Brittany is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency.
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The Australian Kelpie is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between Doberman Pinscher, Brittany, and Australian Kelpie. Which has least natural smell?

Medium

The Doberman Pinscher has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Brittany has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Australian Kelpie has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between Doberman Pinscher, Brittany, and Australian Kelpie. How do their fur characteristics differ?
Fine Feathered Double
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between Doberman Pinscher, Brittany, and Australian Kelpie. Which requires most frequent baths?
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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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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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Doberman Pinscher or Brittany or Australian Kelpie? Doberman Pinscher or Brittany or {name3 shedding:
Doberman Pinscher dogs shed moderately.
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Brittany dogs are low shedders.
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Australian Kelpie dogs shed moderately.
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Doberman Pinscher vs Brittany vs Australian Kelpie Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility
Compare child-friendliness between Doberman Pinscher, Brittany, and Australian Kelpie. Which is best with kids?
Doberman Pinscher dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.
Brittany dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Australian Kelpie dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Pet Compatibility
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Doberman Pinscher dogs are generally with other pets.
Brittany dogs are generally with other pets.
Australian Kelpie dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Doberman Pinscher or Brittany or Australian Kelpie? Which dog is more friendly?
Doberman Pinscher dogs are not stranger friendly dogs.
Brittany dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Australian Kelpie dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Doberman Pinscher or Brittany or Australian Kelpie?
Doberman Pinscher dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Brittany dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Australian Kelpie dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Doberman Pinscher or Brittany or Australian Kelpie?
Doberman Pinscher dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Brittany dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Australian Kelpie dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Doberman Pinscher vs Brittany vs Australian Kelpie?
Yes
Doberman Pinscher dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Brittany dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Australian Kelpie 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
Brittany is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Australian Kelpie 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.
Brittanys are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Australian Kelpies are usually recommended for elderly people.

Doberman Pinscher vs Brittany vs Australian Kelpie As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between Doberman Pinscher, Brittany, and Australian Kelpie. Which is best suited for service work?

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 Work Suitability
Compare therapy dog potential between Doberman Pinscher, Brittany, and Australian Kelpie. Which excels in therapy work?

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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Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between Doberman Pinscher, Brittany, and Australian Kelpie. Which has best nose work ability?

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 & Rescue Potential
Compare search and rescue potential between Doberman Pinscher, Brittany, and Australian Kelpie. Which is best for SAR work?

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.
Maritime Work Ability
Compare boating aptitude between Doberman Pinscher, Brittany, and Australian Kelpie. Which is best suited for water work?

Not really

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

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

Australian Kelpie breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between Doberman Pinscher, Brittany, and Australian Kelpie. Which is best for draft work?

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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Military Service Background
Compare military service history of Doberman Pinscher, Brittany, and Australian Kelpie. Which has most military use?

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 Brittany vs Australian Kelpie Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of Doberman Pinscher, Brittany, and Australian Kelpie. Which has most puppies?
6-10 puppies 1-11 puppies, average 6 4-7 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of Doberman Pinscher, Brittany, and Australian Kelpie. Any breeding differences?
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Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between Doberman Pinscher, Brittany, and Australian Kelpie. What's recommended?

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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Doberman Pinscher vs Brittany vs Australian Kelpie Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for Doberman Pinscher, Brittany, and Australian Kelpie. How are they classified?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1908 as a Working breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1934 as a Sporting breed. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for Doberman Pinscher, Brittany, and Australian Kelpie. How are they classified internationally?
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 Pointing Dogs group, in the Continental Pointing Dogs section. Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section.
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of Doberman Pinscher, Brittany, and Australian Kelpie. Which has most recognition?
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
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
American Canine Registry
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
Foundation Stock Service

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