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Name	Drever	Dachshund	Belgian Sheepdog
Origins	Sweden	Germany	Belgium
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Hunting Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs
Popularity Rank	412	13	120
Reviews	1	7	4
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Swedish Dachsbracke	Bassotto Sausage Dog Tekkel Tekkel Doxie Weenie Dog Worshond Teckel	Chien De Berger Belge Groenendael
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Drever vs Dachshund vs Belgian Sheepdog breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Drever vs Dachshund vs Belgian Sheepdog Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Drever or Dachshund or Belgian Sheepdog? Which is the smallest dog, Drever or Dachshund or Belgian Sheepdog?	Small	Small	Large
Weight Which is heavier, Drever or Dachshund or Dachshund? Drever vs Dachshund vs Belgian Sheepdog weight comparison:	32-34 pounds (14-16 kg)	Toy: 8-11 pounds (3.5-5.0 kg)Standard: 16-32 pounds (7-15 kg), Miniature: 12 pounds (5.5 kg)	Male: 65-75 pounds (29-34 kg), Female: 60-70 pounds (27-32 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	33 pounds (15 kg)	Toy: 9.5 pounds (3.5-5.0 kg)Standard: 24 pounds (11 kg), Miniature: 12 pounds (5.5 kg)	Male: 70 pounds (31.5 kg), Female: 65 pounds (29.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Drever or Dachshund or Belgian Sheepdog? Drever vs Dachshund vs Belgian Sheepdog height comparison:	11-16 inches (28-40 cm)	Toy: 12 inches (30 cm)Standard: 8-11 inches (20-27 cm), Miniature: 5-7 inches (13-18 cm)	Male: 24-26 inches (61-66 cm), Female: 22-24 inches (56-61 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	13.5 inches (34 cm)	Toy: 12 inches (30 cm)Standard: 9.5 inches (23.5 cm), Miniature: 6 inches (15.5 cm)	Male: 25 inches (63.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (58.5 cm)

Drever vs Dachshund vs Belgian Sheepdog Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Drever or Dachshund or Belgian Sheepdog? Which is more expensive?	$600-$800	$500-$700	$1200-$1400
Availability Which is easier to get, Drever or Dachshund or Belgian Sheepdog?	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.	Very frequent: The Dachshund is quite easy to get.	Frequent: The Belgian Sheepdog is easier than average to get.

Drever vs Dachshund vs Belgian Sheepdog Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Drever vs Dachshund vs Belgian Sheepdog intelligence:	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Very smart: Belgian Sheepdog is an excellent dog breed. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Drever vs Dachshund vs Belgian Sheepdog trainability comparison.	Drever dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Dachshund dogs are easy to train. See more.	Belgian Sheepdog dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Drever or Dachshund or Belgian Sheepdog?	Drever dogs are not the best watchdogs. See more.	Dachshund dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Belgian Sheepdog dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Drever or Dachshund or Belgian Sheepdog? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Drever dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Dachshund dogs are average defenders. See more.	Belgian Sheepdog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
Guard Dog Breeds List

Drever vs Dachshund vs Belgian Sheepdog Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Drever or Dachshund or Belgian Sheepdog? Drever vs Dachshund vs Belgian Sheepdog behavior/temperament comparison:	Alert Outright Tempered Selfish Keen	Playful Stubborn Courageous Devoted Lively Clever	Active Stubborn Protective Alert Intelligent Confident Friendly Hard Working Watchful
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Drever vs Dachshund vs Belgian Sheepdog?	High: Drever dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Dachshund 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.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Drever vs Dachshund vs Belgian Sheepdog social needs comparison:	Drever dogs are a social breed. See more.	Dachshund dogs are a social breed. See more.	Belgian Sheepdog dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Drever dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Dachshund dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	Belgian Sheepdog dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Drever 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.	Dachshund dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Their prey drive is low. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Drever vs Dachshund vs Belgian Sheepdog Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Drever vs Dachshund vs Belgian Sheepdog playfulness comparison:	Average: Drevers, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: Dachshunds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Belgian Sheepdog is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Drever vs Dachshund vs Belgian Sheepdog?	Low to Average: The Drever rarely barks. See more.	A lot: Dachshund is a particularly loud breed. See more.	A lot: Belgian Sheepdog is a particularly loud breed. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Drever or Dachshund or Belgian Sheepdog?	Very house-friendly dog the Drever breed.	Apartment-friendly dog the Dachshund breed.	It is not recommended to keep the Belgian Sheepdog breed in the home.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Drever vs Dachshund vs Belgian Sheepdog Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Drever dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Dachshund 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.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Drever or Dachshund or Belgian Sheepdog?	Drever 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.	Dachshund 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.	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.

Drever vs Dachshund vs Belgian Sheepdog Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Drever or Dachshund or Belgian Sheepdog?	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Drever bite force: Weak.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Dachshund bite force: Weak.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Belgian Sheepdog 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:	Low 🔽 The Drever has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Dachshund has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Belgian Sheepdog has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Drever vs Dachshund vs Belgian Sheepdog mouthiness comparison:	Drever dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Dachshund dogs have a higher 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.

Drever vs Dachshund vs Belgian Sheepdog Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Drever vs Dachshund vs Belgian Sheepdog health comparison. Which is the healthier: Drever vs Dachshund vs Belgian Sheepdog?	Drevers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	The Dachshund is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Belgian Sheepdog is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Drever vs Dachshund vs Belgian Sheepdog? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Drever vs Dachshund vs Belgian Sheepdog health problems comparison:	No data available	Legg-perthes Disease Cancer Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Epilepsy Deafness Intervertebral Disk Disease Elbow Dysplasia Demodectic Mange Mitral Valve Disease Cushing's Syndrome Acanthosis Nigricans Baldness Canine Diabetes Mellitus Lymphocytic Thyroiditis Narcolepsy	Hip Dysplasia Epilepsy Hyperthyroidism
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Frequent The Drever should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Average The Dachshund should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Belgian Sheepdog should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Drever vs Dachshund vs Belgian Sheepdog lifespan comparison. How long do Drever, Dachshund and Belgian Sheepdog breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	12-14 years The average lifespan of Drever: 13 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Dachshund: 13 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Belgian Sheepdog: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Drever vs Dachshund vs Belgian Sheepdog?	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.	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.

Drever vs Dachshund vs Belgian Sheepdog Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Drever or Dachshund or Belgian Sheepdog? Drever vs Dachshund vs Belgian Sheepdog energy level comparison:	Drever dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.	Dachshund dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.	Belgian Sheepdog dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Drever vs Dachshund vs Belgian Sheepdog exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Drever or Dachshund or Belgian Sheepdog? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Drever dogs have an average exercise need.	Dachshund dogs have an average exercise need.	Belgian Sheepdog dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Drever or Dachshund or Belgian Sheepdog?	Drever dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	Dachshund 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.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Drever vs Dachshund vs Belgian Sheepdog Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Drever or Dachshund or Belgian Sheepdog?	2.5 to 3 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.	2 to 3 cups of a high-quality dog food a day.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Drever vs Dachshund vs Belgian Sheepdog weight gain potential comparison:	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Drever's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	High: The Dachshund breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	Low to Average: The Belgian Sheepdog has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Drever vs Dachshund vs Belgian Sheepdog Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Drever vs Dachshund vs Belgian Sheepdog coat comparison:	Thick Harsh Coarse	Fine	Soft Thick
Colors What are the original Drever, Dachshund and Belgian Sheepdog color?	Black White Fawn Tricolor	Black Tan Red Blue White Silver Brown	Black Cream Fawn Brindle
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Drever or Dachshund or Belgian Sheepdog? Drever vs Dachshund vs Belgian Sheepdog grooming comparison:	Easy to groom: The Drever doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The Dachshund doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Average: The Belgian Sheepdog requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Drever or Dachshund or Belgian Sheepdog? Drever or Dachshund or {name3 shedding:	Drever dogs shed moderately. See more.	Dachshund dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Belgian Sheepdog dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Drever or Dachshund or Belgian Sheepdog?	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. 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 Drever vs Dachshund vs Belgian Sheepdog hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Drever vs Dachshund vs Belgian Sheepdog?	Medium ⏺ The Drever has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Dachshund has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Belgian Sheepdog has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Drever is an average drooler. See more.	The Dachshund is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Belgian Sheepdog is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Drever vs Dachshund vs Belgian Sheepdog Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Drever dogs are generally with other pets.	Dachshund dogs are generally with other pets.	Belgian Sheepdog dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Drever or Dachshund or Belgian Sheepdog? Which dog is more friendly?	Drever dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Dachshund dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Belgian Sheepdog 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 Drever or Dachshund or Belgian Sheepdog?	Drever dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Dachshund dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.	Belgian Sheepdog dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Drever or Dachshund or Belgian Sheepdog?	Drever dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Dachshund dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Belgian Sheepdog dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Drever or Dachshund or Belgian Sheepdog?	Drever dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Dachshund dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Belgian Sheepdog dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Drever vs Dachshund vs Belgian Sheepdog?	Yes Drever dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Dachshund 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.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Drever is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Dachshund is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Belgian Sheepdog is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Drevers are usually recommended for elderly people.	Dachshunds are not the best breed for elderly people.	Belgian Sheepdogs are usually recommended for elderly people.

Drever vs Dachshund vs Belgian Sheepdog 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: Drever or Dachshund or Belgian Sheepdog? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect 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.	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.	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.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Drever vs Dachshund vs Belgian Sheepdog?	Not really Drever breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Dachshund 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.
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	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.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Drever vs Dachshund vs Belgian Sheepdog 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 Drever and Dachshund and Belgian Sheepdog have?	4-9 puppies	4-8 puppies	6-10 puppies
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Drever vs Dachshund vs Belgian Sheepdog Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Hound breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1911 as a Herding breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Scent hounds and related breeds group, in the Scent hounds section.	Recognized by FCI in the Dachshunds group, in the section.	Not recognized by FCI.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	No data available	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 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

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