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Estrela Mountain Dog vs Belgian Tervuren vs Newfoundland Comparison - Dog breed selector: Cao da Serra da Estrela or Tervuren or Blackbear? Find the right dog for you

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Name Estrela Mountain Dog Belgian Tervuren Newfoundland
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Group Pastoral / Herding Dogs Pastoral / Herding Dogs Working Dogs
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Cao da Serra da Estrela
Portuguese Shepherd
Tervuren Blackbear
Newfie
The Gentle Giant
Newf
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Estrela Mountain Dog vs Belgian Tervuren vs Newfoundland breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Estrela Mountain Dog vs Belgian Tervuren vs Newfoundland Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Estrela Mountain Dog or Belgian Tervuren or Newfoundland? Which is the smallest dog, Estrela Mountain Dog or Belgian Tervuren or Newfoundland?
Giant Large Giant
Weight
Which is heavier, Estrela Mountain Dog or Belgian Tervuren or Belgian Tervuren? Estrela Mountain Dog vs Belgian Tervuren vs Newfoundland weight comparison:
Male: 99–132 pounds (45-60 kg), Female: 77–99 pounds (35-45 kg) Male: 65-75 pounds (29-34 kg), Female: 60-70 pounds (27-32 kg) Male: 130-150 pounds (59-68 kg), Female: 100-120 pounds (45-54 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 115.5 pounds (52.5 kg), Female: 88 pounds (40 kg) Male: 70 pounds (31.5 kg), Female: 65 pounds (29.5 kg) Male: 140 pounds (63.5 kg), Female: 110 pounds (49.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Estrela Mountain Dog or Belgian Tervuren or Newfoundland? Estrela Mountain Dog vs Belgian Tervuren vs Newfoundland height comparison:
Male: 25–30 inches (63.5-76 kg) Female: 24–28 inches (61-71 cm) Male: 24-26 inches (61-66 cm), Female: 22-24 inches (56-61 cm) Male: 27-29 inches (69-74 cm), Female: 25-27 inches (63-69 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 27.5 inches (70 cm), Female: 26 inches (66 cm) Male: 25 inches (63.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (58.5 cm) Male: 28 inches (71.5 cm), Female: 26 inches (66 cm)

Estrela Mountain Dog vs Belgian Tervuren vs Newfoundland Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Estrela Mountain Dog or Belgian Tervuren or Newfoundland? Which is more expensive?
Unknown $1200-$1400 $1500-$2000
Availability
Which is easier to get, Estrela Mountain Dog or Belgian Tervuren or Newfoundland?
Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.
Frequent: The Belgian Tervuren is easier than average to get.
Very frequent: The Newfoundland is quite easy to get.

Estrela Mountain Dog vs Belgian Tervuren vs Newfoundland Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Estrela Mountain Dog vs Belgian Tervuren vs Newfoundland intelligence:
Smart: The Estrela Mountain Dog dogs have great intelligence.
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Very smart: Belgian Tervuren is an excellent dog breed.
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Smart: The Newfoundland dogs have great intelligence.
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Trainability
Estrela Mountain Dog vs Belgian Tervuren vs Newfoundland trainability comparison.
Estrela Mountain Dog dogs are quite easy to train.
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Belgian Tervuren dogs are very easy to train.
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Newfoundland dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Estrela Mountain Dog or Belgian Tervuren or Newfoundland?
Estrela Mountain Dog dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Belgian Tervuren dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Newfoundland dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Estrela Mountain Dog or Belgian Tervuren or Newfoundland? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Estrela Mountain Dog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Belgian Tervuren dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Newfoundland dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Estrela Mountain Dog vs Belgian Tervuren vs Newfoundland Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Estrela Mountain Dog or Belgian Tervuren or Newfoundland? Estrela Mountain Dog vs Belgian Tervuren vs Newfoundland behavior/temperament comparison:
Stubborn
Dignified
Protective
Alert
Loyal
Keen
Suspicious
Energetic
Protective
Alert
Intelligent
Loyal
Attentive
Courageous
Intelligent
Loyal
Gentle
Social
Sweet
Cheerful
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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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Estrela Mountain Dog vs Belgian Tervuren vs Newfoundland?
Average to High: Estrela Mountain Dog dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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Average to High: Belgian Tervuren dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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Average to High: Newfoundland dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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Social Needs
Estrela Mountain Dog vs Belgian Tervuren vs Newfoundland social needs comparison:
Estrela Mountain Dog dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Belgian Tervuren dogs are a social breed.
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Newfoundland dogs are a social breed.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Estrela Mountain Dog dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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Belgian Tervuren dogs are not the biggest explorers.
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Newfoundland dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Their prey drive is low.
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Belgian Tervuren dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Newfoundland dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Estrela Mountain Dog vs Belgian Tervuren vs Newfoundland Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Estrela Mountain Dog vs Belgian Tervuren vs Newfoundland playfulness comparison:
The Estrela Mountain Dog is a playful breed.
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The Belgian Tervuren is a highly playful breed.
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Average: Newfoundlands, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Estrela Mountain Dog vs Belgian Tervuren vs Newfoundland?
A lot: Estrela Mountain Dog is a particularly loud breed.
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A lot: Belgian Tervuren is a particularly loud breed.
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Low to Average: The Newfoundland rarely barks.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Estrela Mountain Dog or Belgian Tervuren or Newfoundland?
It is not recommended to keep the Estrela Mountain Dog breed in the home.
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 Belgian Tervuren indoors.
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 Newfoundland indoors.

Estrela Mountain Dog vs Belgian Tervuren vs Newfoundland Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
Estrela Mountain Dog dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Belgian Tervuren dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Newfoundland dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Estrela Mountain Dog or Belgian Tervuren or Newfoundland?
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.
Belgian Tervuren 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.
Newfoundland 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.

Estrela Mountain Dog vs Belgian Tervuren vs Newfoundland Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Estrela Mountain Dog or Belgian Tervuren or Newfoundland?

Above 400 PSI 🔼

Estrela Mountain Dog bite force: The Strongest.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Belgian Tervuren bite force: Ordinary.

Above 400 PSI 🔼

Newfoundland bite force: The Strongest.
Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:

Low 🔽

The Estrela Mountain Dog has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Belgian Tervuren has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Newfoundland has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Estrela Mountain Dog vs Belgian Tervuren vs Newfoundland mouthiness comparison:
Estrela Mountain Dog dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Belgian Tervuren dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Newfoundland dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Estrela Mountain Dog vs Belgian Tervuren vs Newfoundland Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Estrela Mountain Dog vs Belgian Tervuren vs Newfoundland health comparison. Which is the healthier: Estrela Mountain Dog vs Belgian Tervuren vs Newfoundland?
Very healthy dog breed.
The Belgian Tervuren is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Very healthy dog breed.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Estrela Mountain Dog vs Belgian Tervuren vs Newfoundland? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Estrela Mountain Dog vs Belgian Tervuren vs Newfoundland health problems comparison:
No data available No data available Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Cancer
Hypothyroidism
Bloat
Epilepsy
Cherry Eye
Elbow Dysplasia
Addison's Disease
Cystinuria
Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Rare
The Estrela Mountain Dog should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Average
The Belgian Tervuren should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Rare
The Newfoundland should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Life Expectancy
Estrela Mountain Dog vs Belgian Tervuren vs Newfoundland lifespan comparison. How long do Estrela Mountain Dog, Belgian Tervuren and Newfoundland breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
10-14 years
The average lifespan of Estrela Mountain Dog: 12 years
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Belgian Tervuren: 13 years
9-13 years
The average lifespan of Newfoundland: 11 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Estrela Mountain Dog vs Belgian Tervuren vs Newfoundland?
Prefers cold weather
The Estrela Mountain Dog can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog.
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Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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Prefers cold weather
The Newfoundland can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog.
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Estrela Mountain Dog vs Belgian Tervuren vs Newfoundland Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Estrela Mountain Dog or Belgian Tervuren or Newfoundland? Estrela Mountain Dog vs Belgian Tervuren vs Newfoundland energy level comparison:
Estrela Mountain Dog dogs are high-energy dogs.
Belgian Tervuren dogs are high-energy dogs.
Newfoundland 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
Estrela Mountain Dog vs Belgian Tervuren vs Newfoundland exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Estrela Mountain Dog or Belgian Tervuren or Newfoundland? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Estrela Mountain Dog dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Belgian Tervuren dogs need a lot of exercises.
Newfoundland dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Estrela Mountain Dog or Belgian Tervuren or Newfoundland?
Estrela Mountain Dog dogs don't need too much sleep.
Belgian Tervuren dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Newfoundland dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.

Estrela Mountain Dog vs Belgian Tervuren vs Newfoundland Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Estrela Mountain Dog or Belgian Tervuren or Newfoundland?
6 to 8 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 2 to 3 cups of a high-quality dog food a day. 5 to 6 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? Estrela Mountain Dog vs Belgian Tervuren vs Newfoundland weight gain potential comparison:
High: The Estrela Mountain Dog breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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Low to Average: The Belgian Tervuren has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Newfoundland's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Estrela Mountain Dog vs Belgian Tervuren vs Newfoundland Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Estrela Mountain Dog vs Belgian Tervuren vs Newfoundland coat comparison:
Wavy
Thick
Coarse
Thick
Double
Fluffy
Waterproof
Thick
Colors
What are the original Estrela Mountain Dog, Belgian Tervuren and Newfoundland color?
Fawn
Yellow
Wolf Gray
Black
Cream
Fawn
Brindle
Black
Gray
White
Brown
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Estrela Mountain Dog or Belgian Tervuren or Newfoundland? Estrela Mountain Dog vs Belgian Tervuren vs Newfoundland grooming comparison:
Average: The Estrela Mountain Dog requires average grooming effort.
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Average: The Belgian Tervuren requires average grooming effort.
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Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Estrela Mountain Dog or Belgian Tervuren or Newfoundland? Estrela Mountain Dog or Belgian Tervuren or {name3 shedding:
Estrela Mountain Dog dogs shed moderately.
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Belgian Tervuren dogs shed moderately.
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Newfoundland dogs are heavy shedders.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Estrela Mountain Dog or Belgian Tervuren or Newfoundland?
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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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
Estrela Mountain Dog vs Belgian Tervuren vs Newfoundland 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, Estrela Mountain Dog vs Belgian Tervuren vs Newfoundland?

Medium

The Estrela Mountain Dog has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Belgian Tervuren has an average chance of bad smell.

High 🔼

The Newfoundland has a high chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?
The Estrela Mountain Dog is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Belgian Tervuren is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Newfoundland is a big drooler, so if you're disgusted by slobber spots on your clothes, you should choose a dog from another breed.
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Estrela Mountain Dog vs Belgian Tervuren vs Newfoundland Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Estrela Mountain Dog dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Belgian Tervuren dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Newfoundland dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Estrela Mountain Dog or Belgian Tervuren or Newfoundland? Which dog is more friendly?
Estrela Mountain Dog dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Belgian Tervuren dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Newfoundland dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Estrela Mountain Dog or Belgian Tervuren or Newfoundland?
Estrela Mountain Dog dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Belgian Tervuren dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Newfoundland dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Estrela Mountain Dog or Belgian Tervuren or Newfoundland?
Estrela Mountain Dog dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Belgian Tervuren dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Newfoundland dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Estrela Mountain Dog or Belgian Tervuren or Newfoundland?
Estrela Mountain Dog dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Belgian Tervuren dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Newfoundland dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Estrela Mountain Dog vs Belgian Tervuren vs Newfoundland?
Yes
Estrela Mountain Dog dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Belgian Tervuren dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Newfoundland dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
Estrela Mountain Dog is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Belgian Tervuren is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Newfoundland is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
Estrela Mountain Dogs are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Belgian Tervurens are usually recommended for elderly people.
Newfoundlands are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Estrela Mountain Dog vs Belgian Tervuren vs Newfoundland 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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Yes

This breed makes good as a service dog.
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Therapy Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: Estrela Mountain Dog or Belgian Tervuren or Newfoundland? 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?

Not really

They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.

Not really

They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.

Not really

They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search 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: Estrela Mountain Dog vs Belgian Tervuren vs Newfoundland?

Not really

Estrela Mountain Dog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Belgian Tervuren breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Yes

Newfoundland breed usually likes being on a boat.
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Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog
Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?

Yes

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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Yes

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.

Estrela Mountain Dog vs Belgian Tervuren vs Newfoundland 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 Estrela Mountain Dog and Belgian Tervuren and Newfoundland have?
7-8 puppies 6-10 puppies 4-12 puppies

Estrela Mountain Dog vs Belgian Tervuren vs Newfoundland 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 1959 as a Herding breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1886 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 Molossian type section. Not recognized by FCI. Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type section.
Breed Recognition
What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?
No data available 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

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