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English Springer Spaniel vs Australian Shepherd vs West Siberian Laika Comparison - Dog breed selector: Springer Spaniel or Little Blue Dog or Zapadno-Sibirskaia Laika? Find the right dog for you

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Name English Springer Spaniel Australian Shepherd West Siberian Laika
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Springer Spaniel Little Blue Dog
Aussie
Zapadno-Sibirskaia Laika
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? English Springer Spaniel vs Australian Shepherd vs West Siberian Laika breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

English Springer Spaniel vs Australian Shepherd vs West Siberian Laika Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, English Springer Spaniel or Australian Shepherd or West Siberian Laika? Which is the smallest dog, English Springer Spaniel or Australian Shepherd or West Siberian Laika?
Medium Large Large
Medium
Weight
Which is heavier, English Springer Spaniel or Australian Shepherd or Australian Shepherd? English Springer Spaniel vs Australian Shepherd vs West Siberian Laika weight comparison:
Male: 45-55 pounds (20-25 kg), Female: 40-50 pounds (18-23 kg) Male: 50-65 pounds (25-29 kg), Female: 40-55 pounds (18-25 kg) Male: 35-50 pounds (16-23 kg), Female: 30-45 pounds (14-20 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 50 pounds (22.5 kg), Female: 45 pounds (20.5 kg) Male: 57.5 pounds (27 kg), Female: 47.5 pounds (21.5 kg) Male: 42.5 pounds (19.5 kg), Female: 37.5 pounds (17 kg)
Height
Which is taller, English Springer Spaniel or Australian Shepherd or West Siberian Laika? English Springer Spaniel vs Australian Shepherd vs West Siberian Laika height comparison:
Male: 19-21 inches (48-56 cm), Female:18-20 inches (46-51 cm) Male: 20-23 inches (52-58cm), Female: 18-21 inches (46–53 cm) Male: 22-24 inches (56-61 cm), Female: 21-23 inches (53-58 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 20 inches (52 cm), Female:19 inches (48.5 cm) Male: 21.5 inches (55 cm), Female: 19.5 inches (46–53 cm) Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 22 inches (55.5 cm)

English Springer Spaniel vs Australian Shepherd vs West Siberian Laika Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, English Springer Spaniel or Australian Shepherd or West Siberian Laika? Which is more expensive?
$700-$800 $600-$800 $600-$800
Availability
Which is easier to get, English Springer Spaniel or Australian Shepherd or West Siberian Laika?
Very frequent: The English Springer Spaniel is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Australian Shepherd is quite easy to get.
Average: The West Siberian Laika is a commonly available dog breed.

English Springer Spaniel vs Australian Shepherd vs West Siberian Laika Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? English Springer Spaniel vs Australian Shepherd vs West Siberian Laika intelligence:
Very smart: English Springer Spaniel is an excellent dog breed.
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Smart: The Australian Shepherd dogs have great intelligence.
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Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Trainability
English Springer Spaniel vs Australian Shepherd vs West Siberian Laika trainability comparison.
English Springer Spaniel dogs are easy to train.
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Australian Shepherd dogs are very easy to train.
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West Siberian Laika dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: English Springer Spaniel or Australian Shepherd or West Siberian Laika?
English Springer Spaniel dogs are average watchdogs.
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Australian Shepherd dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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West Siberian Laika dogs are good watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog English Springer Spaniel or Australian Shepherd or West Siberian Laika? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
English Springer Spaniel dogs are average defenders.
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Australian Shepherd dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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West Siberian Laika dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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English Springer Spaniel vs Australian Shepherd vs West Siberian Laika Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, English Springer Spaniel or Australian Shepherd or West Siberian Laika? English Springer Spaniel vs Australian Shepherd vs West Siberian Laika behavior/temperament comparison:
Playful
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Affectionate
Social
Cheerful
Active
Loving
Protective
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Good-natured
Protective
Territorial
Lively
Aggressive
Balanced
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Sensitive: Australian Shepherd dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Sensitive: West Siberian Laika dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: English Springer Spaniel vs Australian Shepherd vs West Siberian Laika?
High: English Springer Spaniel dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Average to High: Australian Shepherd dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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High: West Siberian Laika dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
English Springer Spaniel vs Australian Shepherd vs West Siberian Laika social needs comparison:
English Springer Spaniel dogs are a social breed.
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Australian Shepherd dogs are a social breed.
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West Siberian Laika dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
The wanderlust potential of the English Springer Spaniel is strong enough to escape from home.
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Australian Shepherd dogs are not the biggest explorers.
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West Siberian Laika dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
English Springer Spaniel dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Australian Shepherd dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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West Siberian Laika dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen.
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English Springer Spaniel vs Australian Shepherd vs West Siberian Laika Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
English Springer Spaniel vs Australian Shepherd vs West Siberian Laika playfulness comparison:
The English Springer Spaniel is a highly playful breed.
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The Australian Shepherd is a highly playful breed.
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Average: West Siberian Laikas, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: English Springer Spaniel vs Australian Shepherd vs West Siberian Laika?
Average: The English Springer Spaniel barks occasionally.
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Low to Average: The Australian Shepherd rarely barks.
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Low to Average: The West Siberian Laika rarely barks.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly English Springer Spaniel or Australian Shepherd or West Siberian Laika?
Very house-friendly dog the English Springer Spaniel 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 Australian Shepherd indoors.
It is not recommended to keep the West Siberian Laika breed in the home.

English Springer Spaniel vs Australian Shepherd vs West Siberian Laika Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
English Springer Spaniel dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Australian Shepherd dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
West Siberian Laika dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: English Springer Spaniel or Australian Shepherd or West Siberian Laika?
English Springer Spaniel 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.
Australian Shepherd 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.
West Siberian Laika dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

English Springer Spaniel vs Australian Shepherd vs West Siberian Laika Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: English Springer Spaniel or Australian Shepherd or West Siberian Laika?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

English Springer Spaniel bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Australian Shepherd bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

West Siberian Laika bite force: Ordinary.
Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:

Low 🔽

The English Springer Spaniel has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Australian Shepherd has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The West Siberian Laika has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? English Springer Spaniel vs Australian Shepherd vs West Siberian Laika mouthiness comparison:
English Springer Spaniel dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Australian Shepherd dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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West Siberian Laika dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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English Springer Spaniel vs Australian Shepherd vs West Siberian Laika Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
English Springer Spaniel vs Australian Shepherd vs West Siberian Laika health comparison. Which is the healthier: English Springer Spaniel vs Australian Shepherd vs West Siberian Laika?
English Springer Spaniels are commonly healthy dogs.
The Australian Shepherd is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
West Siberian Laikas tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: English Springer Spaniel vs Australian Shepherd vs West Siberian Laika? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? English Springer Spaniel vs Australian Shepherd vs West Siberian Laika health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Ear Infections
Ectropion
Retinal Dysplasia
Phosphofructokinase deficiency (Tarui disease, PFK)
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Cancer
Hypothyroidism
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Epilepsy
Deafness
Drug Sensitivity
Elbow Dysplasia
Distichiasis
Collie Eye Anomaly
Detached Retina
Nasal Solar Dermatitis
Osteochondrosis Dissecans
Persistent Pupillary Membranes
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Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Rare
The English Springer Spaniel should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Average
The Australian Shepherd should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Frequent
The West Siberian Laika should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Life Expectancy
English Springer Spaniel vs Australian Shepherd vs West Siberian Laika lifespan comparison. How long do English Springer Spaniel, Australian Shepherd and West Siberian Laika breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
10-14 years
The average lifespan of English Springer Spaniel: 12 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Australian Shepherd: 13 years
14-16 years
The average lifespan of West Siberian Laika: 15 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: English Springer Spaniel vs Australian Shepherd vs West Siberian Laika?
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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Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Australian Shepherd can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Prefers cold weather
The West Siberian Laika can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog.
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English Springer Spaniel vs Australian Shepherd vs West Siberian Laika Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a English Springer Spaniel or Australian Shepherd or West Siberian Laika? English Springer Spaniel vs Australian Shepherd vs West Siberian Laika energy level comparison:
English Springer Spaniel dogs are high-energy dogs.
Australian Shepherd dogs are high-energy dogs.
West Siberian Laika dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
English Springer Spaniel vs Australian Shepherd vs West Siberian Laika exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: English Springer Spaniel or Australian Shepherd or West Siberian Laika? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
English Springer Spaniel dogs need a lot of exercises.
Australian Shepherd dogs need a lot of exercises.
West Siberian Laika dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: English Springer Spaniel or Australian Shepherd or West Siberian Laika?
English Springer Spaniel dogs don't need too much sleep.
Australian Shepherd dogs don't need too much sleep.
West Siberian Laika dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.

English Springer Spaniel vs Australian Shepherd vs West Siberian Laika Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: English Springer Spaniel or Australian Shepherd or West Siberian Laika?
3 to 4.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 1.5 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 1.5 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? English Springer Spaniel vs Australian Shepherd vs West Siberian Laika weight gain potential comparison:
Average: The English Springer Spaniel has an average risk for obesity.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Australian Shepherd's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Average: The West Siberian Laika has an average risk for obesity.
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English Springer Spaniel vs Australian Shepherd vs West Siberian Laika Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? English Springer Spaniel vs Australian Shepherd vs West Siberian Laika coat comparison:
Feathered Feathered Soft
Colors
What are the original English Springer Spaniel, Australian Shepherd and West Siberian Laika color?
Black
Tan
White
Liver
Black
Red
Blue
Merle
Black
Gray
White
Sable
Pepper
Salt
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, English Springer Spaniel or Australian Shepherd or West Siberian Laika? English Springer Spaniel vs Australian Shepherd vs West Siberian Laika grooming comparison:
Advanced: The English Springer Spaniel requires a lot of grooming.
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Average: The Australian Shepherd requires average grooming effort.
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Average: The West Siberian Laika requires average grooming effort.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more English Springer Spaniel or Australian Shepherd or West Siberian Laika? English Springer Spaniel or Australian Shepherd or {name3 shedding:
English Springer Spaniel dogs shed moderately.
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Australian Shepherd dogs shed moderately.
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West Siberian Laika dogs shed moderately.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: English Springer Spaniel or Australian Shepherd or West Siberian Laika?
6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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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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Hypoallergenic
English Springer Spaniel vs Australian Shepherd vs West Siberian Laika hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?
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Stinkiness
Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, English Springer Spaniel vs Australian Shepherd vs West Siberian Laika?

Medium

The English Springer Spaniel has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Australian Shepherd has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The West Siberian Laika has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?
The English Springer Spaniel is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Australian Shepherd is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The West Siberian Laika is an average drooler.
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English Springer Spaniel vs Australian Shepherd vs West Siberian Laika Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
English Springer Spaniel dogs are generally with other pets.
Australian Shepherd dogs are generally with other pets.
West Siberian Laika dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly English Springer Spaniel or Australian Shepherd or West Siberian Laika? Which dog is more friendly?
English Springer Spaniel dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Australian Shepherd dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
West Siberian Laika dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly English Springer Spaniel or Australian Shepherd or West Siberian Laika?
English Springer Spaniel dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Australian Shepherd dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
West Siberian Laika dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly English Springer Spaniel or Australian Shepherd or West Siberian Laika?
English Springer Spaniel dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Australian Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards cats.
West Siberian Laika dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly English Springer Spaniel or Australian Shepherd or West Siberian Laika?
English Springer Spaniel dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Australian Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
West Siberian Laika dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: English Springer Spaniel vs Australian Shepherd vs West Siberian Laika?
Yes
English Springer Spaniel dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Australian Shepherd dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
West Siberian Laika dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
English Springer Spaniel is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Australian Shepherd is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
West Siberian Laika is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
English Springer Spaniels are usually recommended for elderly people.
Australian Shepherds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
West Siberian Laikas are usually recommended for elderly people.

English Springer Spaniel vs Australian Shepherd vs West Siberian Laika As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog
Which one could be a service dog?

Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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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 Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: English Springer Spaniel or Australian Shepherd or West Siberian Laika? Which is better for autism?

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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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: English Springer Spaniel vs Australian Shepherd vs West Siberian Laika?

Not really

English Springer Spaniel breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

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

West Siberian Laika breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog
Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?

Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Fighting Dog / Military Dog

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.

English Springer Spaniel vs Australian Shepherd vs West Siberian Laika Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length 60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency

Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Litter Size
How many puppies can English Springer Spaniel and Australian Shepherd and West Siberian Laika have?
4-10 puppies 6-9 puppies, average 7 6-10 puppies

English Springer Spaniel vs Australian Shepherd vs West Siberian Laika Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1910 as a Sporting breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1991 as a Herding breed. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI?
Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Flushing Dogs section. Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section. Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Nordic Hunting Dogs section.
Breed Recognition
What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?
American Canine Registry
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
Dog Registry of America Inc.
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
Australian Shepherd Club Of America
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