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Finnish Spitz vs Flat-Coated Retriever vs French Spaniel Comparison - Dog breed selector: Finnish Hunting Dog or Flatte or Canadian Setter? Find the right dog for you

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Name Finnish Spitz Flat-Coated Retriever French Spaniel
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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Finnish Spitz, Flat-Coated Retriever, and French Spaniel breeds.
Finnish Hunting Dog
Finnish Spets
Finsk Spets
Loulou Finois
Suomalainen Pystykorva
Suomenpystykorva
Barking Bird Dog
Flatte
Flattie
Flatcoat
Canadian Setter
French Setter
Epagneul Français
Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between Finnish Spitz, Flat-Coated Retriever, and French Spaniel? Compare their breeding categories.
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Finnish Spitz vs Flat-Coated Retriever vs French Spaniel Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Compare size differences between Finnish Spitz, Flat-Coated Retriever, and French Spaniel. Which breed is the largest?
Medium Large Medium
Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between Finnish Spitz, Flat-Coated Retriever, and French Spaniel? Compare adult weight ranges.
31-35 pounds (14-16 kg) 60-70 pounds (27-32 kg) 44-55 pounds (20-25 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
33 pounds (15 kg) 65 pounds (29.5 kg) 49.5 pounds (22.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Finnish Spitz or Flat-Coated Retriever or French Spaniel? Finnish Spitz vs Flat-Coated Retriever vs French Spaniel height comparison:
15-20 inches (38-51 cm) 22-23 inches (56-58 cm) Male: 22-24 inches (55-61 cm), Female: 21-23 inches (54-59 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
17.5 inches (44.5 cm) Male: 23 inches (58,5 cm), Female: 22 inches (56 cm) Male: 23 inches (58 cm), Female: 22 inches (56.5 cm)

Finnish Spitz vs Flat-Coated Retriever vs French Spaniel Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range
Compare puppy costs for Finnish Spitz, Flat-Coated Retriever, and French Spaniel. Find price differences between these breeds.
$500-$700 $1000-$1200 $600-$800
Availability
Which is easier to get, Finnish Spitz or Flat-Coated Retriever or French Spaniel?
Frequent: The Finnish Spitz is easier than average to get.
Very frequent: The Flat-Coated Retriever is quite easy to get.
Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.

Finnish Spitz vs Flat-Coated Retriever vs French Spaniel Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between Finnish Spitz, Flat-Coated Retriever, and French Spaniel. Which breed ranks highest?
Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Very smart: Flat-Coated Retriever is an excellent dog breed.
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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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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between Finnish Spitz, Flat-Coated Retriever, and French Spaniel. Which is easiest to train?
Finnish Spitz dogs are easy to train.
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Flat-Coated Retriever dogs are easy to train.
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French Spaniel dogs are hard to train.
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Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of Finnish Spitz, Flat-Coated Retriever, and French Spaniel. Which breed is most alert?
Finnish Spitz dogs are average watchdogs.
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Flat-Coated Retriever dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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French Spaniel dogs are average watchdogs.
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Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between Finnish Spitz, Flat-Coated Retriever, and French Spaniel. Which breed is most protective?
Finnish Spitz dogs are average defenders.
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Flat-Coated Retriever dogs are average defenders.
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French Spaniel dogs are average defenders.
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Finnish Spitz vs Flat-Coated Retriever vs French Spaniel Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between Finnish Spitz, Flat-Coated Retriever, and French Spaniel? Compare temperaments.
Playful
Independent
Happy
Intelligent
Loyal
Vocal
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Outgoing
Devoted
Optimistic
Loving
Energetic
Intelligent
Adaptable
Calm
Tough
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
Finnish Spitz dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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Sensitive: Flat-Coated Retriever dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Sensitive: French Spaniel 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: Finnish Spitz vs Flat-Coated Retriever vs French Spaniel?
High: Finnish Spitz dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Flat-Coated Retriever dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: French Spaniel dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Finnish Spitz vs Flat-Coated Retriever vs French Spaniel social needs comparison:
Finnish Spitz dogs are a social breed.
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Flat-Coated Retriever dogs need for social interaction is average.
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French Spaniel 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 Finnish Spitz is strong enough to escape from home.
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The wanderlust potential of the Flat-Coated Retriever is strong enough to escape from home.
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French Spaniel dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Finnish Spitz 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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Flat-Coated Retriever 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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French Spaniel 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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Finnish Spitz vs Flat-Coated Retriever vs French Spaniel Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of Finnish Spitz, Flat-Coated Retriever, and French Spaniel. Which breed is most vocal?
A lot: Finnish Spitz is a particularly loud breed.
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Average: The Flat-Coated Retriever barks occasionally.
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Low to Average: The French Spaniel rarely barks.
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between Finnish Spitz, Flat-Coated Retriever, and French Spaniel. Which breed is most playful?
The Finnish Spitz is a playful breed.
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The Flat-Coated Retriever is a highly playful breed.
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Average: French Spaniels, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of Finnish Spitz, Flat-Coated Retriever, and French Spaniel. Which adapts best to small spaces?
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Finnish Spitz breed.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Flat-Coated Retriever breed.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the French Spaniel breed.

Finnish Spitz vs Flat-Coated Retriever vs French Spaniel Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between Finnish Spitz, Flat-Coated Retriever, and French Spaniel. Which breed is most flexible?
Average: Finnish Spitz dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Flat-Coated Retriever dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Average: French Spaniel dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: Finnish Spitz or Flat-Coated Retriever or French Spaniel?
Finnish Spitz 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.
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.
French Spaniel dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Finnish Spitz vs Flat-Coated Retriever vs French Spaniel Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between Finnish Spitz, Flat-Coated Retriever, and French Spaniel. Which has lowest bite risk?

Low 🔽

The Finnish Spitz has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Flat-Coated Retriever has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The French Spaniel has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between Finnish Spitz, Flat-Coated Retriever, and French Spaniel. Which uses mouth most during play?
Finnish Spitz dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Flat-Coated Retriever dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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French Spaniel dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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Bite Strength Rating
Compare bite forces between Finnish Spitz, Flat-Coated Retriever, and French Spaniel. Which has the strongest bite?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Finnish Spitz bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Flat-Coated Retriever bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

French Spaniel bite force: Ordinary.

Finnish Spitz vs Flat-Coated Retriever vs French Spaniel Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of Finnish Spitz, Flat-Coated Retriever, and French Spaniel. Which breed lives longest?
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Finnish Spitz: 13 years
9-13 years
The average lifespan of Flat-Coated Retriever: 11 years
10-12 years
The average lifespan of French Spaniel: 11 years
Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between Finnish Spitz, Flat-Coated Retriever, and French Spaniel. Which handles climate changes best?
Prefers cold weather
The Finnish Spitz can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog.
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Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Flat-Coated Retriever can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even 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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Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in Finnish Spitz, Flat-Coated Retriever, and French Spaniel. Which has fewer health issues?
Finnish Spitzs are commonly healthy dogs.
Very healthy dog breed.
French Spaniels tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Vet Care Frequency
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Rare
The Finnish Spitz should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Rare
The Flat-Coated Retriever should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Frequent
The French Spaniel should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Finnish Spitz vs Flat-Coated Retriever vs French Spaniel? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Finnish Spitz vs Flat-Coated Retriever vs French Spaniel health problems comparison:
Eye Problems
Joint Problems
Epilepsy
Cancer No data available

Finnish Spitz vs Flat-Coated Retriever vs French Spaniel Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating
Compare energy levels between Finnish Spitz, Flat-Coated Retriever, and French Spaniel. Which breed is most active?
Finnish Spitz dogs are high-energy dogs.
Flat-Coated Retriever dogs are high-energy dogs.
French Spaniel dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Finnish Spitz vs Flat-Coated Retriever vs French Spaniel exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Finnish Spitz or Flat-Coated Retriever or French Spaniel? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Finnish Spitz dogs need a lot of exercises.
Flat-Coated Retriever dogs need a lot of exercises.
French Spaniel dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Finnish Spitz or Flat-Coated Retriever or French Spaniel?
Finnish Spitz dogs don't need too much sleep.
Flat-Coated Retriever dogs don't need too much sleep.
French Spaniel dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.

Finnish Spitz vs Flat-Coated Retriever vs French Spaniel Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between Finnish Spitz, Flat-Coated Retriever, and French Spaniel. Which is most prone to obesity?
Average: The Finnish Spitz has an average risk for obesity.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Flat-Coated Retriever's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the French Spaniel's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between Finnish Spitz, Flat-Coated Retriever, and French Spaniel. Which needs most food?
2 to 2.5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, divided into two meals. 3-4 cup high-quality commercial dog food (that is formulated for large-breed dogs), divided into two meals. 2-3 cup a day high-quality dry food formulated for adult dogs and made with high-quality animal proteins, divided into two meals.

Finnish Spitz vs Flat-Coated Retriever vs French Spaniel Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Finnish Spitz, Flat-Coated Retriever, and French Spaniel. Which is best for allergy sufferers?
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between Finnish Spitz, Flat-Coated Retriever, and French Spaniel. What colors are available?
Red
Gold
Black
Liver
White
Liver
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between Finnish Spitz, Flat-Coated Retriever, and French Spaniel. Which requires most maintenance?
Average: The Finnish Spitz requires average grooming effort.
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Easy to groom: The Flat-Coated Retriever doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Easy to groom: The French Spaniel doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between Finnish Spitz, Flat-Coated Retriever, and French Spaniel. Which drools least?
The Finnish Spitz is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Flat-Coated Retriever is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency.
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The French Spaniel is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between Finnish Spitz, Flat-Coated Retriever, and French Spaniel. Which has least natural smell?

Medium

The Finnish Spitz has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Flat-Coated Retriever has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The French Spaniel has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between Finnish Spitz, Flat-Coated Retriever, and French Spaniel. How do their fur characteristics differ?
Dense
Thick
Double
Thick
Shiny
Wavy
Glossy
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between Finnish Spitz, Flat-Coated Retriever, and French Spaniel. Which requires most frequent baths?
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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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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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Finnish Spitz or Flat-Coated Retriever or French Spaniel? Finnish Spitz or Flat-Coated Retriever or {name3 shedding:
Finnish Spitz dogs shed moderately.
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Flat-Coated Retriever dogs shed moderately.
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French Spaniel dogs are heavy shedders.
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Finnish Spitz vs Flat-Coated Retriever vs French Spaniel Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility
Compare child-friendliness between Finnish Spitz, Flat-Coated Retriever, and French Spaniel. Which is best with kids?
Finnish Spitz dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Flat-Coated Retriever dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
French Spaniel dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Pet Compatibility
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Finnish Spitz dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Flat-Coated Retriever dogs are generally with other pets.
French Spaniel dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Finnish Spitz or Flat-Coated Retriever or French Spaniel? Which dog is more friendly?
Finnish Spitz dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Flat-Coated Retriever dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
French Spaniel dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Finnish Spitz or Flat-Coated Retriever or French Spaniel?
Finnish Spitz dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Flat-Coated Retriever dogs are average friendly towards cats.
French Spaniel dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Finnish Spitz or Flat-Coated Retriever or French Spaniel?
Finnish Spitz dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Flat-Coated Retriever dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
French Spaniel dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Finnish Spitz vs Flat-Coated Retriever vs French Spaniel?
Yes
Finnish Spitz dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Flat-Coated Retriever dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
No
French Spaniel dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
Yes
Finnish Spitz is one of the best dog breeds for office environment
No
Flat-Coated Retriever is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
French Spaniel is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
Finnish Spitzs are usually recommended for elderly people.
Flat-Coated Retrievers are usually recommended for elderly people.
French Spaniels are usually recommended for elderly people.

Finnish Spitz vs Flat-Coated Retriever vs French Spaniel As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between Finnish Spitz, Flat-Coated Retriever, and French Spaniel. Which is best suited for service work?

Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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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 Work Suitability
Compare therapy dog potential between Finnish Spitz, Flat-Coated Retriever, and French Spaniel. Which excels in therapy work?

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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Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between Finnish Spitz, Flat-Coated Retriever, and French Spaniel. Which has best nose work ability?

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 & Rescue Potential
Compare search and rescue potential between Finnish Spitz, Flat-Coated Retriever, and French Spaniel. Which is best for SAR work?

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.

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Maritime Work Ability
Compare boating aptitude between Finnish Spitz, Flat-Coated Retriever, and French Spaniel. Which is best suited for water work?

Not really

Finnish Spitz breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Yes

Flat-Coated Retriever breed usually likes being on a boat.
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Not really

French Spaniel breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between Finnish Spitz, Flat-Coated Retriever, and French Spaniel. Which is best for draft work?

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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Military Service Background
Compare military service history of Finnish Spitz, Flat-Coated Retriever, and French Spaniel. Which has most military use?

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.

Finnish Spitz vs Flat-Coated Retriever vs French Spaniel Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of Finnish Spitz, Flat-Coated Retriever, and French Spaniel. Which has most puppies?
3-6 puppies 4-8 puppies 3-7 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of Finnish Spitz, Flat-Coated Retriever, and French Spaniel. Any breeding differences?
60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between Finnish Spitz, Flat-Coated Retriever, and French Spaniel. What's recommended?

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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Finnish Spitz vs Flat-Coated Retriever vs French Spaniel Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for Finnish Spitz, Flat-Coated Retriever, and French Spaniel. How are they classified?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1991 as a Non-Sporting breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1915 as a Sporting breed. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for Finnish Spitz, Flat-Coated Retriever, and French Spaniel. How are they classified internationally?
Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Nordic Hunting Dogs section. Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Retrievers section. Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the Continental Pointing Dogs section.
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of Finnish Spitz, Flat-Coated Retriever, and French Spaniel. Which has most recognition?
American Kennel Club
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
Canadian Canine Registry
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