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French Spaniel vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Boykin Spaniel Comparison - Dog breed selector: Canadian Setter or Mini Aussie or Swamp Poodle? Find the right dog for you

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Name French Spaniel Miniature Australian Shepherd Boykin Spaniel
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Group Gun Dog Pastoral / Herding Dogs Gun Dog
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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for French Spaniel, Miniature Australian Shepherd, and Boykin Spaniel breeds.
Canadian Setter
French Setter
Epagneul Français
Mini Aussie
Mini Aussie Shepherd
Mini Australian Shepherd
Miniature Aussie Shepherd
North American Shepherd
North American Miniature Australian Shepherd
Swamp Poodle
Boykin
Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between French Spaniel, Miniature Australian Shepherd, and Boykin Spaniel? Compare their breeding categories.
Purebred Purebred Purebred

French Spaniel vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Boykin Spaniel Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Compare size differences between French Spaniel, Miniature Australian Shepherd, and Boykin Spaniel. Which breed is the largest?
Medium Medium Medium
Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between French Spaniel, Miniature Australian Shepherd, and Boykin Spaniel? Compare adult weight ranges.
44-55 pounds (20-25 kg) 20–40 pounds (9-18 kg) 25-40 pounds (11-18 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
49.5 pounds (22.5 kg) 30 pounds (13.5 kg) 32.5 pounds (14.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, French Spaniel or Miniature Australian Shepherd or Boykin Spaniel? French Spaniel vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Boykin Spaniel height comparison:
Male: 22-24 inches (55-61 cm), Female: 21-23 inches (54-59 cm) 13–18 inches (33-46 cm) 15-18 inches (38-46 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 23 inches (58 cm), Female: 22 inches (56.5 cm) 15.5 inches (39.5 cm) 16.5 inches (42 cm)

French Spaniel vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Boykin Spaniel Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range
Compare puppy costs for French Spaniel, Miniature Australian Shepherd, and Boykin Spaniel. Find price differences between these breeds.
$600-$800 $1000-$2000 $800-$1000
Availability
Which is easier to get, French Spaniel or Miniature Australian Shepherd or Boykin Spaniel?
Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.
Average: The Miniature Australian Shepherd is a commonly available dog breed.
Very frequent: The Boykin Spaniel is quite easy to get.

French Spaniel vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Boykin Spaniel Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between French Spaniel, Miniature Australian Shepherd, and Boykin 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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Smart: The Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs have great intelligence.
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Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between French Spaniel, Miniature Australian Shepherd, and Boykin Spaniel. Which is easiest to train?
French Spaniel dogs are hard to train.
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Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs are very easy to train.
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Boykin Spaniel dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of French Spaniel, Miniature Australian Shepherd, and Boykin Spaniel. Which breed is most alert?
French Spaniel dogs are average watchdogs.
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Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Boykin Spaniel dogs are average watchdogs.
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Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between French Spaniel, Miniature Australian Shepherd, and Boykin Spaniel. Which breed is most protective?
French Spaniel dogs are average defenders.
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Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Boykin Spaniel dogs are average defenders.
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French Spaniel vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Boykin Spaniel Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between French Spaniel, Miniature Australian Shepherd, and Boykin Spaniel? Compare temperaments.
Loving
Energetic
Intelligent
Adaptable
Calm
Tough
Active
Loving
Protective
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Good-natured
Energetic
Intelligent
Friendly
Trainable
Eager
Companionable
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
Sensitive: French Spaniel dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Sensitive: Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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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: French Spaniel vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Boykin Spaniel?
High: French Spaniel dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Average to High: Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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High: Boykin Spaniel dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
French Spaniel vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Boykin Spaniel social needs comparison:
French Spaniel dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs are a social breed.
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Boykin Spaniel dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
French Spaniel dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs are not the biggest explorers.
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The wanderlust potential of the Boykin Spaniel is strong enough to escape from home.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
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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Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Boykin Spaniel dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals.
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French Spaniel vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Boykin Spaniel Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of French Spaniel, Miniature Australian Shepherd, and Boykin Spaniel. Which breed is most vocal?
Low to Average: The French Spaniel rarely barks.
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Low to Average: The Miniature Australian Shepherd rarely barks.
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Average: The Boykin Spaniel barks occasionally.
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between French Spaniel, Miniature Australian Shepherd, and Boykin Spaniel. Which breed is most playful?
Average: French Spaniels, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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The Miniature Australian Shepherd is a highly playful breed.
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Average: Boykin Spaniels, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of French Spaniel, Miniature Australian Shepherd, and Boykin Spaniel. Which adapts best to small spaces?
Not an apartment-friendly dog the French 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 Miniature Australian Shepherd indoors.
Very house-friendly dog the Boykin Spaniel breed.

French Spaniel vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Boykin Spaniel Adaptability and Independence Comparison

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

French Spaniel vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Boykin Spaniel Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between French Spaniel, Miniature Australian Shepherd, and Boykin Spaniel. Which has lowest bite risk?

Low 🔽

The French Spaniel has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Miniature Australian Shepherd has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Boykin Spaniel has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between French Spaniel, Miniature Australian Shepherd, and Boykin Spaniel. Which uses mouth most during play?
French Spaniel dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Boykin Spaniel dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Bite Strength Rating
Compare bite forces between French Spaniel, Miniature Australian Shepherd, and Boykin Spaniel. Which has the strongest bite?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

French Spaniel bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Miniature Australian Shepherd bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Boykin Spaniel bite force: Ordinary.

French Spaniel vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Boykin Spaniel Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of French Spaniel, Miniature Australian Shepherd, and Boykin Spaniel. Which breed lives longest?
10-12 years
The average lifespan of French Spaniel: 11 years
9-13 years
The average lifespan of Miniature Australian Shepherd: 11 years
14-16 years
The average lifespan of Boykin Spaniel: 15 years
Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between French Spaniel, Miniature Australian Shepherd, and Boykin Spaniel. 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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Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Miniature Australian Shepherd 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 French Spaniel, Miniature Australian Shepherd, and Boykin Spaniel. Which has fewer health issues?
French Spaniels tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
The Miniature Australian Shepherd is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The Boykin Spaniel is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Vet Care Frequency
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Frequent
The French Spaniel should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Average
The Miniature Australian Shepherd should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Average
The Boykin Spaniel should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: French Spaniel vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Boykin Spaniel? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? French Spaniel vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Boykin Spaniel health problems comparison:
No data available Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Drug Sensitivity
Retinal Dysplasia
Glaucoma
Juvenile Cataracts
Iris Coloboma
Hypothyroidism
Heart Problems
Elbow Dysplasia
Heart Disease
Cushing's Syndrome

French Spaniel vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Boykin Spaniel Energy and Activity Comparison

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

French Spaniel vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Boykin Spaniel Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between French Spaniel, Miniature Australian Shepherd, and Boykin Spaniel. Which is most prone to obesity?
Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the French Spaniel's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Average: The Miniature Australian Shepherd has an average risk for obesity.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Boykin Spaniel's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between French Spaniel, Miniature Australian Shepherd, and Boykin Spaniel. Which needs most food?
2-3 cup a day high-quality dry food formulated for adult dogs and made with high-quality animal proteins, divided into two meals. 1 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 2 to 3 cups of a high-quality dog food a day.

French Spaniel vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Boykin Spaniel Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of French Spaniel, Miniature Australian Shepherd, and Boykin Spaniel. Which is best for allergy sufferers?
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between French Spaniel, Miniature Australian Shepherd, and Boykin Spaniel. What colors are available?
White
Liver
Red
Red Merle
White & Black & Tan
Blue Merle
Brown
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between French Spaniel, Miniature Australian Shepherd, and Boykin Spaniel. Which requires most maintenance?
Easy to groom: The French Spaniel doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Average: The Miniature Australian Shepherd requires average grooming effort.
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Average: The Boykin Spaniel requires average grooming effort.
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Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between French Spaniel, Miniature Australian Shepherd, and Boykin Spaniel. Which drools least?
The French Spaniel is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Miniature Australian Shepherd is an average drooler.
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The Boykin Spaniel is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between French Spaniel, Miniature Australian Shepherd, and Boykin Spaniel. Which has least natural smell?

Medium

The French Spaniel has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Miniature Australian Shepherd has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Boykin Spaniel has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between French Spaniel, Miniature Australian Shepherd, and Boykin Spaniel. How do their fur characteristics differ?
Wavy
Glossy
Feathered Feathered
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between French Spaniel, Miniature Australian Shepherd, and Boykin 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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6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more French Spaniel or Miniature Australian Shepherd or Boykin Spaniel? French Spaniel or Miniature Australian Shepherd or {name3 shedding:
French Spaniel dogs are heavy shedders.
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Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs shed moderately.
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Boykin Spaniel dogs shed moderately.
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French Spaniel vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Boykin Spaniel Good With Comparison

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

French Spaniel vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Boykin Spaniel As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between French Spaniel, Miniature Australian Shepherd, and Boykin 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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This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Therapy Work Suitability
Compare therapy dog potential between French Spaniel, Miniature Australian Shepherd, and Boykin 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 French Spaniel, Miniature Australian Shepherd, and Boykin 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 French Spaniel, Miniature Australian Shepherd, and Boykin 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 French Spaniel, Miniature Australian Shepherd, and Boykin Spaniel. Which is best suited for water work?

Not really

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

Miniature Australian Shepherd breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Yes

Boykin Spaniel breed usually likes being on a boat.
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Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between French Spaniel, Miniature Australian Shepherd, and Boykin 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 French Spaniel, Miniature Australian Shepherd, and Boykin 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.

French Spaniel vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Boykin Spaniel Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of French Spaniel, Miniature Australian Shepherd, and Boykin Spaniel. Which has most puppies?
3-7 puppies 2-6 puppies 5-7 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of French Spaniel, Miniature Australian Shepherd, and Boykin Spaniel. Any breeding differences?
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Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between French Spaniel, Miniature Australian Shepherd, and Boykin 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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French Spaniel vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Boykin Spaniel Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for French Spaniel, Miniature Australian Shepherd, and Boykin Spaniel. How are they classified?
Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2009 as a Sporting breed.
FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for French Spaniel, Miniature Australian Shepherd, and Boykin Spaniel. How are they classified internationally?
Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the Continental Pointing Dogs section. Not recognized by FCI. Not recognized by FCI.
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of French Spaniel, Miniature Australian Shepherd, and Boykin Spaniel. Which has most recognition?
No data available America's Pet Registry
American Canine Association, Inc.
American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
United Kennel Club

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