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Name	Dutch Shepherd Dog	Polish Hound	Beauceron
Origins	Netherlands	Poland	France
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Group	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Hunting Dogs	Working Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Hollandse Herder Dutch Shepherd Dog	Polish Scenthound Ogar Polski	Bas-Rouge Beauce Shepherd French Shorthaired Shepherd Berger De Beauce
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Dutch Shepherd Dog vs Polish Hound vs Beauceron breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Dutch Shepherd Dog vs Polish Hound vs Beauceron Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Dutch Shepherd Dog or Polish Hound or Beauceron? Which is the smallest dog, Dutch Shepherd Dog or Polish Hound or Beauceron?	Large	Large	Large
Weight Which is heavier, Dutch Shepherd Dog or Polish Hound or Polish Hound? Dutch Shepherd Dog vs Polish Hound vs Beauceron weight comparison:	Male: 61-70 pounds (27-31 kg) Female: 52-61 pounds (23-27 kg)	Male: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg), Female: 44-57 pounds (20-26 kg)	110 pounds (50 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 65.5 pounds (29 kg) Female: 56.5 pounds (25 kg)	Male: 62.5 pounds (28 kg), Female: 57.5 pounds (26 kg)	110 pounds (50 kg)
Height Which is taller, Dutch Shepherd Dog or Polish Hound or Beauceron? Dutch Shepherd Dog vs Polish Hound vs Beauceron height comparison:	Male: 22-25 inches (56-63 cm), Female: 21-24 inches (53-61 cm)	Male: 22 - 24 inches (50 – 60 cm), Female: 20 - 22 inches (50 - 55 cm)	24-27.5 inches (32-70 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 23.5 inches (60 cm), Female: 22.5 inches (57 cm)	Male: 23 inches (58 cm), Female: 21 inches (53.5 cm)	24-27.5 inches (51 cm)

Dutch Shepherd Dog vs Polish Hound vs Beauceron Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Dutch Shepherd Dog or Polish Hound or Beauceron? Which is more expensive?	$1000-$1200	$600-$1000	$1200-$1500
Availability Which is easier to get, Dutch Shepherd Dog or Polish Hound or Beauceron?	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.	Frequent: The Beauceron is easier than average to get.

Dutch Shepherd Dog vs Polish Hound vs Beauceron Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Dutch Shepherd Dog vs Polish Hound vs Beauceron intelligence:	Smart: The Dutch Shepherd Dog dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Smart: The Polish Hound dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Smart: The Beauceron dogs have great intelligence. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Dutch Shepherd Dog vs Polish Hound vs Beauceron trainability comparison.	Dutch Shepherd Dog dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	A slightly harder to train than average. See more.	A slightly harder to train than average. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Dutch Shepherd Dog or Polish Hound or Beauceron?	Dutch Shepherd Dog dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Polish Hound dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Beauceron dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Dutch Shepherd Dog or Polish Hound or Beauceron? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Dutch Shepherd Dog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Polish Hound dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Beauceron dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Dutch Shepherd Dog vs Polish Hound vs Beauceron Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Dutch Shepherd Dog or Polish Hound or Beauceron? Dutch Shepherd Dog vs Polish Hound vs Beauceron behavior/temperament comparison:	Alert Affectionate Obedient Reliable Loyal Trainable	Courageous Intelligent Loyal Gentle Calm	Loving Protective Courageous Loyal Obedient
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Dutch Shepherd Dog dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	Polish Hound dogs are less 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: Dutch Shepherd Dog vs Polish Hound vs Beauceron?	Average to High: Dutch Shepherd Dog dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	High: Polish Hound dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: Beauceron dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Dutch Shepherd Dog vs Polish Hound vs Beauceron social needs comparison:	Dutch Shepherd Dog dogs are a social breed. See more.	Polish Hound dogs are a social breed. See more.	Beauceron dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Dutch Shepherd Dog dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Polish Hound is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Beauceron dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Dutch Shepherd Dog 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.	Polish Hound dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Beauceron dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Dutch Shepherd Dog vs Polish Hound vs Beauceron Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Dutch Shepherd Dog vs Polish Hound vs Beauceron playfulness comparison:	The Dutch Shepherd Dog is a playful breed. See more.	The Polish Hound is a playful breed. See more.	The Beauceron is a playful breed. See more.
Most Playful Dog Breeds
Barking Which dog barks more/less: Dutch Shepherd Dog vs Polish Hound vs Beauceron?	Low to Average: The Dutch Shepherd Dog rarely barks. See more.	A lot: Polish Hound is a particularly loud breed. See more.	Average: The Beauceron barks occasionally. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Dutch Shepherd Dog or Polish Hound or Beauceron?	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 Dutch Shepherd Dog indoors.	It is not recommended to keep the Polish Hound breed in the home.	It is not recommended to keep the Beauceron breed in the home.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Dutch Shepherd Dog vs Polish Hound vs Beauceron Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Average: Dutch Shepherd Dog dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Polish Hound dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Average: Beauceron dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Dutch Shepherd Dog or Polish Hound or Beauceron?	Dutch Shepherd Dog 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.	Polish Hound 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.	Beauceron 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.

Dutch Shepherd Dog vs Polish Hound vs Beauceron Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Dutch Shepherd Dog or Polish Hound or Beauceron?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Dutch Shepherd Dog bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Polish Hound bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Beauceron 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 Dutch Shepherd Dog has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Polish Hound has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Beauceron has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Dutch Shepherd Dog vs Polish Hound vs Beauceron mouthiness comparison:	Dutch Shepherd Dog dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Polish Hound dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Beauceron dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Dutch Shepherd Dog vs Polish Hound vs Beauceron Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Dutch Shepherd Dog vs Polish Hound vs Beauceron health comparison. Which is the healthier: Dutch Shepherd Dog vs Polish Hound vs Beauceron?	The Dutch Shepherd Dog is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Very healthy dog breed.	Beaucerons tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Dutch Shepherd Dog vs Polish Hound vs Beauceron? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Dutch Shepherd Dog vs Polish Hound vs Beauceron health problems comparison:	No data available	No data available	No data available
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Dutch Shepherd Dog should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Rare The Polish Hound should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Frequent The Beauceron should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Dutch Shepherd Dog vs Polish Hound vs Beauceron lifespan comparison. How long do Dutch Shepherd Dog, Polish Hound and Beauceron breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	11-15 years The average lifespan of Dutch Shepherd Dog: 13 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Polish Hound: 13 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Beauceron: 11 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Dutch Shepherd Dog vs Polish Hound vs Beauceron?	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 average to cold weather conditions The Polish Hound can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Beauceron can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Dutch Shepherd Dog vs Polish Hound vs Beauceron Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Dutch Shepherd Dog or Polish Hound or Beauceron? Dutch Shepherd Dog vs Polish Hound vs Beauceron energy level comparison:	Dutch Shepherd Dog dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Polish Hound dogs are high-energy dogs.	Beauceron dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Dutch Shepherd Dog vs Polish Hound vs Beauceron exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Dutch Shepherd Dog or Polish Hound or Beauceron? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Dutch Shepherd Dog dogs have an average exercise need.	Polish Hound dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Beauceron dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Dutch Shepherd Dog or Polish Hound or Beauceron?	Dutch Shepherd Dog dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Polish Hound dogs don't need too much sleep.	Beauceron dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Dutch Shepherd Dog vs Polish Hound vs Beauceron Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Dutch Shepherd Dog or Polish Hound or Beauceron?	3 to 4.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	6 to 8 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Dutch Shepherd Dog vs Polish Hound vs Beauceron weight gain potential comparison:	Low to Average: The Dutch Shepherd Dog has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Polish Hound has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Beauceron's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Dutch Shepherd Dog vs Polish Hound vs Beauceron Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Dutch Shepherd Dog vs Polish Hound vs Beauceron coat comparison:	Wiry	Thick Smooth Hard	Dense
Colors What are the original Dutch Shepherd Dog, Polish Hound and Beauceron color?	Blue Silver Yellow Brindle Golden Grey Salt & Pepper	Black & Tan Brown & Tan Red & Black	Black Gray Tan Rust
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Dutch Shepherd Dog or Polish Hound or Beauceron? Dutch Shepherd Dog vs Polish Hound vs Beauceron grooming comparison:	Easy to groom: The Dutch Shepherd Dog doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Average: The Polish Hound requires average grooming effort. See more.	Easy to groom: The Beauceron doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Dutch Shepherd Dog or Polish Hound or Beauceron? Dutch Shepherd Dog or Polish Hound or {name3 shedding:	Dutch Shepherd Dog dogs shed moderately. See more.	Polish Hound dogs shed moderately. See more.	Beauceron 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: Dutch Shepherd Dog or Polish Hound or Beauceron?	8-12 weeks Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.
Hypoallergenic Dutch Shepherd Dog vs Polish Hound vs Beauceron 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, Dutch Shepherd Dog vs Polish Hound vs Beauceron?	Medium ⏺ The Dutch Shepherd Dog has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Polish Hound has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Beauceron has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Dutch Shepherd Dog is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The Polish Hound is an average drooler. See more.	The Beauceron is an average drooler. See more.

Dutch Shepherd Dog vs Polish Hound vs Beauceron Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Dutch Shepherd Dog dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.	Polish Hound dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.	Beauceron dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Dutch Shepherd Dog or Polish Hound or Beauceron? Which dog is more friendly?	Dutch Shepherd Dog dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Polish Hound dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Beauceron dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Dutch Shepherd Dog or Polish Hound or Beauceron?	Dutch Shepherd Dog dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.	Polish Hound dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Beauceron dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Dutch Shepherd Dog or Polish Hound or Beauceron?	Dutch Shepherd Dog dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Polish Hound dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.	Beauceron dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Dutch Shepherd Dog or Polish Hound or Beauceron?	Dutch Shepherd Dog dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Polish Hound dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Beauceron dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Dutch Shepherd Dog vs Polish Hound vs Beauceron?	Yes Dutch Shepherd Dog dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	No Polish Hound dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.	No Beauceron dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Dutch Shepherd Dog is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Polish Hound is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Beauceron is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Dutch Shepherd Dogs are commonly okay with elderly people.	Polish Hounds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Beaucerons are usually recommended for elderly people.

Dutch Shepherd Dog vs Polish Hound vs Beauceron 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: Dutch Shepherd Dog or Polish Hound or Beauceron? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
Therapy Dog Breeds
Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	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.	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?	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.	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: Dutch Shepherd Dog vs Polish Hound vs Beauceron?	Not really Dutch Shepherd Dog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Polish Hound breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Beauceron 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.

Dutch Shepherd Dog vs Polish Hound vs Beauceron 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 Dutch Shepherd Dog and Polish Hound and Beauceron have?	6-10 puppies	1-14 puppies	6-7 puppies
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Dutch Shepherd Dog vs Polish Hound vs Beauceron Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club as a Miscellaneous breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2007 as a Herding breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Scent hounds and related breeds group, in the Scent hounds section.	Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	American Canine Registry America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale American Canine Association, Inc. Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club United Kennel Club Foundation Stock Service	No data available	No data available

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