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Name	Doberman Pinscher	Staffordshire Bull Terrier	Siberian Husky
Origins	Germany	England	Russia
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Group	Working Dogs	Hunting Dogs	Sled Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Dobie, Dobermann, Dobynm, Doberman	Staffy, Staff, SBT, Stafford, Staffy Bull	Chukcha, Chuksha, Husky, Icee, Sibe
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Doberman Pinscher vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Siberian Husky breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred
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 1974 as a Terrier breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1930 as a Working 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 Terriers group, in the Bull type Terriers section.	Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Nordic Sledge 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 National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club
Price Which is cheaper, Doberman Pinscher or Staffordshire Bull Terrier or Siberian Husky? Which is more expensive?	$800-$1000	$1500-$2000	$700-$1200
Availability	Very frequent	Very frequent	Very frequent

Doberman Pinscher vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Siberian Husky General Appearance & Basic Info Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Doberman Pinscher or Staffordshire Bull Terrier or Siberian Husky? Doberman Pinscher vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Siberian Husky size comparison:	Medium	Medium	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Doberman Pinscher or Staffordshire Bull Terrier or Staffordshire Bull Terrier? Doberman Pinscher vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Siberian Husky weight comparison:	Male: 88-99 pounds (40-45 kg), Female: 71-77 pounds (32-35 kg)	Males 25-38 pounds (11-17 kg), Female: 23-35 pounds (10-16 kg)	Male: 45–60 pounds (20–27 kg), Female: 35–50 pounds (16–23 kg)
Avg. Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 93.5 pounds (42.5 kg), Female: 74 pounds (33.5 kg)	Males 31.5 pounds (14 kg), Female: 29 pounds (13 kg)	Male: 45–60 pounds (20–27 kg), Female: 35–50 pounds (16–23 kg)
Height Which is taller, Doberman Pinscher or Staffordshire Bull Terrier or Siberian Husky? Doberman Pinscher vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Siberian Husky height comparison:	Male: 26-28 inches (66-71cm), Female: 24-26 inches (61-66 cm)	Male: 14-16 inches (36-41 cm), Female: 13-15 inches (33-38 cm)	Male: 21–24 inches (53–61 cm), Female: 20–22 inches (51–56 cm)
Avg. Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 27 inches (68.5 cm), Female: 25 inches (63.5 cm)	Male: 15 inches (38.5 cm), Female: 14 inches (35.5 cm)	Male: 21–24 inches (53–61 cm), Female: 20–22 inches (51–56 cm)

Doberman Pinscher vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Siberian Husky Hair & Care Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Doberman Pinscher vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Siberian Husky coat comparison:	Fine	Smooth	Fluffy
Colors What are the original Doberman Pinscher, Staffordshire Bull Terrier and Siberian Husky color?	Blue Red Tan Brown White Black	Brindle Red Blue Fawn White Black	Agouti White Gray Sable Red Black
Grooming Which is easy to maintain, Doberman Pinscher or Staffordshire Bull Terrier or Siberian Husky? Doberman Pinscher vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Siberian Husky grooming comparison:	Easy to groom: The Doberman Pinscher doesn't require a lot of grooming.	Effortless: The Staffordshire Bull Terrier requires minimal grooming.	Average: The Siberian Husky requires average grooming effort.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Doberman Pinscher or Staffordshire Bull Terrier or Siberian Husky? Doberman Pinscher or Staffordshire Bull Terrier or {name3 shedding:	Doberman Pinschers shed moderately.	Staffordshire Bull Terriers shed none to minimal.	Siberian Huskys shed above average.
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Doberman Pinscher or Staffordshire Bull Terrier or Siberian Husky?	3-4 weeks More often than average.	4-6 weeks Average.	3-4 weeks More often than average.

Doberman Pinscher vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Siberian Husky Characteristics Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Doberman Pinscher or Staffordshire Bull Terrier or Siberian Husky? Doberman Pinscher vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Siberian Husky behavior/temperament comparison:	Alert Fearless Loyal Energetic Intelligent Obedient	Affectionate Courageous Intelligent Bold Fearless Reliable	Alert Gentle Outgoing Friendly Intelligent
Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Doberman Pinscher vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Siberian Husky intelligence:	Outstanding: Doberman Pinscher is one of the brightest dog breeds.	Átlagos: Átlagos intelligenciájú Staffordshire Bull Terrier.	Átlagos: Átlagos intelligenciájú Siberian Husky.
Trainability Doberman Pinscher vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Siberian Husky trainability comparison.	Doberman Pinschers are quite easy to train.	Staffordshire Bull Terriers are quite easy to train.	Siberian Huskys are hard to train.
Playfulness Doberman Pinscher vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Siberian Husky playfulness comparison:	Doberman Pinschers, like any other dog breed, like playing.	Staffordshire Bull Terriers, like any other dog breed, like playing.	The Siberian Husky is a playful breed.
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Doberman Pinschers don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household and frequent guest visits.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Doberman Pinscher vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Siberian Husky?	Doberman Pinschers are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.	Staffordshire Bull Terriers are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.	Siberian Huskys are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
Social Needs Doberman Pinscher vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Siberian Husky social needs comparison:	Doberman Pinschers need for social interaction is average.	Staffordshire Bull Terriers are a social breed.	Siberian Huskys need for social interaction is average.
Barking Which dog barks more/less: Doberman Pinscher vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Siberian Husky?	Low to Average: The Doberman Pinscher rarely barks.	Low: The Staffordshire Bull Terrier barks none to minimal.	Average: The Siberian Husky barks occasionally.
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Doberman Pinscher or Staffordshire Bull Terrier or Siberian Husky?	Doberman Pinschers are one of the best watchdogs.	Staffordshire Bull Terriers are average watchdogs.	Siberian Huskys are not the best choice if you want a good watchdog.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Doberman Pinschers are extremely protective guard dogs.	Staffordshire Bull Terriers are average defenders.	Siberian Huskys can't provide protection for their territory.
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.	Moderate The Staffordshire Bull Terrier has an average chance of biting somebody.	Low The Siberian Husky has a low chance of biting somebody.
Bite Force Which bite is stronger: Doberman Pinscher or Staffordshire Bull Terrier or Siberian Husky?	Between 200 and 400 PSI Ordinary: Average dogs have bite force between 200 and 400 PSI.	Between 200 and 400 PSI Ordinary: Average dogs have bite force between 200 and 400 PSI.	Between 200 and 400 PSI Ordinary: Average dogs have bite force between 200 and 400 PSI.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Doberman Pinscher vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Siberian Husky mouthiness comparison:	Doberman Pinschers have lower than average tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.	Staffordshire Bull Terriers have lower than average tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.	Siberian Huskys have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Doberman Pinschers tend to escape less than other breeds.	Wanderlust potential of the Staffordshire Bull Terrier is strong enough to escape from home.	Siberian Huskys have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Doberman Pinschers don't have an impulse to catch or chase small animals.	Staffordshire Bull Terriers have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals.	Siberian Huskys 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.
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Doberman Pinscher or Staffordshire Bull Terrier or Siberian Husky?	Kimondottan lakásbarát kutya Doberman Pinscher fajta.	Nem a legjobb választás Staffordshire Bull Terrier, ha lakásban szeretnéd tartani, ugyanakkor alapos lemozgatással, napi többszöri sétával tolerálják a benti körülményeket is, így megoldható Staffordshire Bull Terrier tartása lakásban.	Nem ajánlott lakásban tartani Siberian Husky kutyafajtát.
Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Doberman Pinschers adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Staffordshire Bull Terriers adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Siberian Huskys adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Doberman Pinscher or Staffordshire Bull Terrier or Siberian Husky?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Staffordshire Bull Terriers 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.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.
Fighting Dog	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dog.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dog.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dog.

Doberman Pinscher vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Siberian Husky Good With Comparison

Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Doberman Pinscher or Staffordshire Bull Terrier or Siberian Husky? Which dog is more friendly?	Doberman Pinschers are not stranger friendly dogs.	Staffordshire Bull Terriers are stranger friendly dogs.	Siberian Huskys are average friendly towards strangers.
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Doberman Pinscher or Staffordshire Bull Terrier or Siberian Husky?	Doberman Pinschers are average friendly dogs towards children.	Staffordshire Bull Terriers are kid-friendly dogs.	Siberian Huskys are kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Doberman Pinscher or Staffordshire Bull Terrier or Siberian Husky?	Doberman Pinschers are average friendly towards cats.	Staffordshire Bull Terriers are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Siberian Huskys are not cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Doberman Pinscher or Staffordshire Bull Terrier or Siberian Husky?	Doberman Pinschers are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Staffordshire Bull Terriers are not dog-friendly.	Siberian Huskys are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Doberman Pinscher vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Siberian Husky?	No Doberman Pinschers are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.	No Staffordshire Bull Terriers are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.	No Siberian Huskys are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.
Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog.
Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Doberman Pinscher or Staffordshire Bull Terrier or Siberian Husky? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed generally not used as a therapy dog.	Not really This breed generally not used as a therapy dog.	Not really This breed generally not used as a therapy dog.
Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	Not really A detection dog or sniffer dog is a dog that is trained to use its senses (mostly its smell) to detect substances such as explosives, illegal drugs, wildlife scat, currency, blood, and contraband electronics such as illicit mobile phones.	Not really A detection dog or sniffer dog is a dog that is trained to use its senses (mostly its smell) to detect substances such as explosives, illegal drugs, wildlife scat, currency, blood, and contraband electronics such as illicit mobile phones.	Not really A detection dog or sniffer dog is a dog that is trained to use its senses (mostly its smell) to detect substances such as explosives, illegal drugs, wildlife scat, currency, blood, and contraband electronics such as illicit mobile phones.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Doberman Pinscher is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Staffordshire Bull Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Siberian Husky is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR) Which one could be a search and rescue dog?	Not really The use of dogs in search and rescue (SAR) is a valuable component in wilderness tracking, natural disasters, mass casualty events, and in locating missing people.	Not really The use of dogs in search and rescue (SAR) is a valuable component in wilderness tracking, natural disasters, mass casualty events, and in locating missing people.	Not really The use of dogs in search and rescue (SAR) is a valuable component in wilderness tracking, natural disasters, mass casualty events, and in locating missing people.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Doberman Pinschers are commonly okay with elderly people.	Staffordshire Bull Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.	Siberian Huskys are usually recommended for elderly people.
Boat Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Doberman Pinscher vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Siberian Husky?	Not really Doberman Pinscher breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.	Not really Staffordshire Bull Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.	Not really Siberian Husky breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Doberman Pinschers are generally with other pets.	Staffordshire Bull Terriers usually don’t get on well with other pets.	Siberian Huskys do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
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.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.

Doberman Pinscher vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Siberian Husky Health Factors Comparison

Health Issues Doberman Pinscher vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Siberian Husky health comparison. Which is the healthier: Doberman Pinscher vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Siberian Husky?	Doberman Pinschers are commonly healthy dogs.	The Staffordshire Bull Terrier is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Siberian Husky 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 Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Siberian Husky? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Doberman Pinscher vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Siberian Husky health problems comparison:	Cardiomyopathy Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Wobbler's Syndrome	Cataracts Distichiasis Mastocytoma Persistent Hyperplastic Primary Vitreous	Cataracts Corneal Dystrophy Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
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 Staffordshire Bull Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Siberian Husky should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Life Expectancy Doberman Pinscher vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Siberian Husky lifespan comparison. How long do Doberman Pinscher, Staffordshire Bull Terrier and Siberian Husky breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	10-12 years	12-14 years	12-14 years
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Hypoallergenic Doberman Pinscher vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Siberian Husky hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No	No	No
Energy Level Who has more energy a Doberman Pinscher or Staffordshire Bull Terrier or Siberian Husky? Doberman Pinscher vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Siberian Husky energy level comparison:	Doberman Pinschers have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Staffordshire Bull Terriers have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.	Siberian Huskys are high energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Doberman Pinscher vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Siberian Husky exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Doberman Pinscher or Staffordshire Bull Terrier or Siberian Husky? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Doberman Pinschers need quite a lot of exercise.	Staffordshire Bull Terriers need quite a lot of exercise.	Siberian Huskys need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Doberman Pinscher or Staffordshire Bull Terrier or Siberian Husky?	Doberman Pinschers sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered as a lazy breed.	Staffordshire Bull Terriers sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered as a lazy breed.	Siberian Huskys don't need too much sleep.
Avg. daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Doberman Pinscher or Staffordshire Bull Terrier or Siberian Husky?	5 to 6 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	Recommended daily amount: 2.5 to 3 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 Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Siberian Husky weight gain potential comparison:	Average.	Average to High.	Low to Average.
Weather & Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Doberman Pinscher vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Siberian Husky?	Prefers warm weather	Tolerates warm and cold weather.	Prefers cold weather The Siberian Husky can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog.
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells least? Which dog smells most? Which is best, Doberman Pinscher vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Siberian Husky?	Medium The Doberman Pinscher has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium The Staffordshire Bull Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.	Low The Siberian Husky 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.	The Staffordshire Bull Terrier is an average drooler.	The Siberian Husky is an average drooler.

Doberman Pinscher vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Siberian Husky Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	60-64 days	60-64 days	60-64 days
Litter Frequency	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy.
Litter Size How many puppies can Doberman Pinscher and Staffordshire Bull Terrier and Siberian Husky have?	6-10 puppies	5-7 puppies	4-8 puppies
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