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French Brittany vs Francais Blanc et Noir vs Fila Brasileiro Comparison - Dog breed selector: French Brittany or Francais Blanc et Noir or Brazilian Molosser? Find the right dog for you

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Name French Brittany Francais Blanc et Noir Fila Brasileiro
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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for French Brittany, Francais Blanc et Noir, and Fila Brasileiro breeds.
No data available Francais Blanc et Noir Brazilian Molosser
Cao de Fila
Brazilian Mastiff
Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between French Brittany, Francais Blanc et Noir, and Fila Brasileiro? Compare their breeding categories.
Purebred Purebred Purebred

French Brittany vs Francais Blanc et Noir vs Fila Brasileiro Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Compare size differences between French Brittany, Francais Blanc et Noir, and Fila Brasileiro. Which breed is the largest?
Medium Large Giant
Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between French Brittany, Francais Blanc et Noir, and Fila Brasileiro? Compare adult weight ranges.
Male: 35-40 pounds (16-18 kg), Females: 30-40 pounds (14-18 kg) Male: 65-75 pounds (29-34 kg), Female: 55-65 pounds (25-29 kg) 90-110 pounds (41-50 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 37.5 pounds (17 kg), Females: 35 pounds (16 kg) Male: 70 pounds (31.5 kg), Female: 60 pounds (27 kg) 100 pounds (45.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, French Brittany or Francais Blanc et Noir or Fila Brasileiro? French Brittany vs Francais Blanc et Noir vs Fila Brasileiro height comparison:
Male: 17-21 inches (43-53 cm), Female: 18-20 inches (46-51 cm) Male: 26-28 inches (66-71cm), Female: 24-26 inches (61-66 cm) Male: 26–30 inches (65–75 cm), Female: 24–28 inches (60–70 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 19 inches (48 cm), Female: 19 inches (48.5 cm) Male: 27 inches (68.5 cm), Female: 25 inches (63.5 cm) Male: 26–30 inches (65–75 cm), Female: 24–28 inches (60–70 cm)

French Brittany vs Francais Blanc et Noir vs Fila Brasileiro Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range
Compare puppy costs for French Brittany, Francais Blanc et Noir, and Fila Brasileiro. Find price differences between these breeds.
$700-$800 $500-$700 $1000-$1300
Availability
Which is easier to get, French Brittany or Francais Blanc et Noir or Fila Brasileiro?
Average: The French Brittany is a commonly available dog breed.
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.

French Brittany vs Francais Blanc et Noir vs Fila Brasileiro Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between French Brittany, Francais Blanc et Noir, and Fila Brasileiro. Which breed ranks highest?
Low: The French Brittany is one of the dog breeds that have the lowest degree of obedience intelligence.
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Smart: The Francais Blanc et Noir 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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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between French Brittany, Francais Blanc et Noir, and Fila Brasileiro. Which is easiest to train?
French Brittany dogs are very easy to train.
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Francais Blanc et Noir dogs are easy to train.
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Fila Brasileiro dogs are quite easy to train.
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Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of French Brittany, Francais Blanc et Noir, and Fila Brasileiro. Which breed is most alert?
French Brittany dogs are average watchdogs.
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Francais Blanc et Noir dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Fila Brasileiro dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between French Brittany, Francais Blanc et Noir, and Fila Brasileiro. Which breed is most protective?
French Brittany dogs are average defenders.
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Francais Blanc et Noir dogs are average defenders.
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Fila Brasileiro dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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French Brittany vs Francais Blanc et Noir vs Fila Brasileiro Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between French Brittany, Francais Blanc et Noir, and Fila Brasileiro? Compare temperaments.
Independent
Alert
Intelligent
Responsive
Social
Active
Outright
Tempered
Trainable
Courageous
Docile
Obedient
Loyal
Determined
Brave
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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Francais Blanc et Noir dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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Fila Brasileiro dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: French Brittany vs Francais Blanc et Noir vs Fila Brasileiro?
High: French Brittany dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Francais Blanc et Noir dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Average to High: Fila Brasileiro dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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Social Needs
French Brittany vs Francais Blanc et Noir vs Fila Brasileiro social needs comparison:
French Brittany dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Francais Blanc et Noir dogs are a social breed.
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Fila Brasileiro dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
The wanderlust potential of the French Brittany is strong enough to escape from home.
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The wanderlust potential of the Francais Blanc et Noir is strong enough to escape from home.
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Fila Brasileiro dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
French Brittany 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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Francais Blanc et Noir dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Fila Brasileiro dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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French Brittany vs Francais Blanc et Noir vs Fila Brasileiro Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of French Brittany, Francais Blanc et Noir, and Fila Brasileiro. Which breed is most vocal?
Average: The French Brittany barks occasionally.
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A lot: Francais Blanc et Noir is a particularly loud breed.
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Low to Average: The Fila Brasileiro rarely barks.
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between French Brittany, Francais Blanc et Noir, and Fila Brasileiro. Which breed is most playful?
The French Brittany is a highly playful breed.
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The Francais Blanc et Noir is a playful breed.
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Average: Fila Brasileiros, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of French Brittany, Francais Blanc et Noir, and Fila Brasileiro. Which adapts best to small spaces?
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 French Brittany indoors.
It is not recommended to keep the Francais Blanc et Noir breed in the home.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Fila Brasileiro breed.

French Brittany vs Francais Blanc et Noir vs Fila Brasileiro Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between French Brittany, Francais Blanc et Noir, and Fila Brasileiro. Which breed is most flexible?
French Brittany dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Average: Francais Blanc et Noir dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Average: Fila Brasileiro dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: French Brittany or Francais Blanc et Noir or Fila Brasileiro?
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.
Francais Blanc et Noir 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 Brittany vs Francais Blanc et Noir vs Fila Brasileiro Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between French Brittany, Francais Blanc et Noir, and Fila Brasileiro. Which has lowest bite risk?

Low 🔽

The French Brittany has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Francais Blanc et Noir has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Fila Brasileiro has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between French Brittany, Francais Blanc et Noir, and Fila Brasileiro. Which uses mouth most during play?
French Brittany dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Francais Blanc et Noir dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Fila Brasileiro dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Bite Strength Rating
Compare bite forces between French Brittany, Francais Blanc et Noir, and Fila Brasileiro. Which has the strongest bite?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

French Brittany bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Francais Blanc et Noir bite force: Ordinary.

Above 400 PSI 🔼

Fila Brasileiro bite force: The Strongest.

French Brittany vs Francais Blanc et Noir vs Fila Brasileiro Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of French Brittany, Francais Blanc et Noir, and Fila Brasileiro. Which breed lives longest?
11-15 years
The average lifespan of French Brittany: 13 years
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Francais Blanc et Noir: 11 years
9-11 years
The average lifespan of Fila Brasileiro: 10 years
Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between French Brittany, Francais Blanc et Noir, and Fila Brasileiro. Which handles climate changes best?
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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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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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 French Brittany, Francais Blanc et Noir, and Fila Brasileiro. Which has fewer health issues?
The French Brittany is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The Francais Blanc et Noir is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Fila Brasileiros tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Vet Care Frequency
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Average
The French Brittany should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Average
The Francais Blanc et Noir should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Frequent
The Fila Brasileiro 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: French Brittany vs Francais Blanc et Noir vs Fila Brasileiro? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? French Brittany vs Francais Blanc et Noir vs Fila Brasileiro health problems comparison:
Ear Infections
Epilepsy
Eye Problems
Familial Inherited Renal Dysplasia
Hip Dysplasia
Hypothyroidism
No data available Hip Dysplasia
Bloat
Elbow Dysplasia

French Brittany vs Francais Blanc et Noir vs Fila Brasileiro Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating
Compare energy levels between French Brittany, Francais Blanc et Noir, and Fila Brasileiro. Which breed is most active?
French Brittany dogs are high-energy dogs.
Francais Blanc et Noir dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Fila Brasileiro 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
French Brittany vs Francais Blanc et Noir vs Fila Brasileiro exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: French Brittany or Francais Blanc et Noir or Fila Brasileiro? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
French Brittany dogs need a lot of exercises.
Francais Blanc et Noir dogs have an average exercise need.
Fila Brasileiro dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: French Brittany or Francais Blanc et Noir or Fila Brasileiro?
French Brittany dogs don't need too much sleep.
Francais Blanc et Noir dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
Fila Brasileiro dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.

French Brittany vs Francais Blanc et Noir vs Fila Brasileiro Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between French Brittany, Francais Blanc et Noir, and Fila Brasileiro. Which is most prone to obesity?
Average: The French Brittany has an average risk for obesity.
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High: The Francais Blanc et Noir breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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High: The Fila Brasileiro breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between French Brittany, Francais Blanc et Noir, and Fila Brasileiro. Which needs most food?
1 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 4 to 5 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.

French Brittany vs Francais Blanc et Noir vs Fila Brasileiro Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of French Brittany, Francais Blanc et Noir, and Fila Brasileiro. Which is best for allergy sufferers?
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between French Brittany, Francais Blanc et Noir, and Fila Brasileiro. What colors are available?
White
Orange
Liver
Roan
Black
White
Speckled
Black
Red
Yellow
Brindle
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between French Brittany, Francais Blanc et Noir, and Fila Brasileiro. Which requires most maintenance?
Easy to groom: The French Brittany doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Easy to groom: The Francais Blanc et Noir doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Easy to groom: The Fila Brasileiro doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between French Brittany, Francais Blanc et Noir, and Fila Brasileiro. Which drools least?
The French Brittany 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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The Francais Blanc et Noir is an average drooler.
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The Fila Brasileiro drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed.
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Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between French Brittany, Francais Blanc et Noir, and Fila Brasileiro. Which has least natural smell?

Medium

The French Brittany has an average chance of bad smell.

Low 🔽

The Francais Blanc et Noir has a low chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Fila Brasileiro has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between French Brittany, Francais Blanc et Noir, and Fila Brasileiro. How do their fur characteristics differ?
Dense Thick
Double
Harsh
Dense
Smooth
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between French Brittany, Francais Blanc et Noir, and Fila Brasileiro. Which requires most frequent baths?
4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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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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4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more French Brittany or Francais Blanc et Noir or Fila Brasileiro? French Brittany or Francais Blanc et Noir or {name3 shedding:
French Brittany dogs are low shedders.
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Francais Blanc et Noir dogs shed above average.
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Fila Brasileiro dogs shed moderately.
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French Brittany vs Francais Blanc et Noir vs Fila Brasileiro Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility
Compare child-friendliness between French Brittany, Francais Blanc et Noir, and Fila Brasileiro. Which is best with kids?
French Brittany dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Francais Blanc et Noir dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Fila Brasileiro dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.
Pet Compatibility
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
French Brittany dogs are generally with other pets.
Francais Blanc et Noir dogs are generally with other pets.
Fila Brasileiro dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly French Brittany or Francais Blanc et Noir or Fila Brasileiro? Which dog is more friendly?
French Brittany dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Francais Blanc et Noir dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Fila Brasileiro dogs are not stranger friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly French Brittany or Francais Blanc et Noir or Fila Brasileiro?
French Brittany dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Francais Blanc et Noir dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Fila Brasileiro dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly French Brittany or Francais Blanc et Noir or Fila Brasileiro?
French Brittany dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Francais Blanc et Noir dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Fila Brasileiro dogs are not dog-friendly.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: French Brittany vs Francais Blanc et Noir vs Fila Brasileiro?
Yes
French Brittany dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Francais Blanc et Noir dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Fila Brasileiro dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
French Brittany is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Yes
Francais Blanc et Noir is one of the best dog breeds for office environment
No
Fila Brasileiro is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
French Brittanys are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Francais Blanc et Noirs are usually recommended for elderly people.
Fila Brasileiros are not the best breed for elderly people.

French Brittany vs Francais Blanc et Noir vs Fila Brasileiro As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between French Brittany, Francais Blanc et Noir, and Fila Brasileiro. 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 French Brittany, Francais Blanc et Noir, and Fila Brasileiro. 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 French Brittany, Francais Blanc et Noir, and Fila Brasileiro. 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 French Brittany, Francais Blanc et Noir, and Fila Brasileiro. 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 French Brittany, Francais Blanc et Noir, and Fila Brasileiro. Which is best suited for water work?

Not really

French Brittany breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Francais Blanc et Noir breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Fila Brasileiro breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between French Brittany, Francais Blanc et Noir, and Fila Brasileiro. 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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Yes

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 French Brittany, Francais Blanc et Noir, and Fila Brasileiro. 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.

Yes

In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

French Brittany vs Francais Blanc et Noir vs Fila Brasileiro Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of French Brittany, Francais Blanc et Noir, and Fila Brasileiro. Which has most puppies?
1-11 puppies 4-6 puppies 4-10 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of French Brittany, Francais Blanc et Noir, and Fila Brasileiro. Any breeding differences?
60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between French Brittany, Francais Blanc et Noir, and Fila Brasileiro. 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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French Brittany vs Francais Blanc et Noir vs Fila Brasileiro Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for French Brittany, Francais Blanc et Noir, and Fila Brasileiro. How are they classified?
Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for French Brittany, Francais Blanc et Noir, and Fila Brasileiro. How are they classified internationally?
Not recognized by FCI. Not recognized by FCI. Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type section.
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of French Brittany, Francais Blanc et Noir, and Fila Brasileiro. Which has most recognition?
No data available No data available 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

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