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German Pinscher vs Boston Terrier vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever Comparison - Dog breed selector: Glatthaariger Pinscher or American Gentlemen or Chesapeake? Find the right dog for you

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Name German Pinscher Boston Terrier Chesapeake Bay Retriever
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Group Working Dogs Companion Dogs Gun Dog
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Glatthaariger Pinscher
Standard Pinscher
American Gentlemen
Boston Bull Terrier
Boxwood
Boston Bull
Chesapeake
Chessie
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? German Pinscher vs Boston Terrier vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

German Pinscher vs Boston Terrier vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, German Pinscher or Boston Terrier or Chesapeake Bay Retriever? Which is the smallest dog, German Pinscher or Boston Terrier or Chesapeake Bay Retriever?
Medium Small Large
Weight
Which is heavier, German Pinscher or Boston Terrier or Boston Terrier? German Pinscher vs Boston Terrier vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever weight comparison:
25-35 pounds (11-16 kg) 10-25 pounds (6-11kg) Male: 65-80 pounds (29-36 kg), Female: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
30 pounds (13.5 kg) 17.5 pounds (8.5 kg) Male: 72.5 pounds (32.5 kg), Female: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, German Pinscher or Boston Terrier or Chesapeake Bay Retriever? German Pinscher vs Boston Terrier vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever height comparison:
16-19 inches (41-48 cm) 15-17 inches (38-43 cm) Male: 23-26 inches (58-66 cm), Female: 21-24 inches (53-61 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
17.5 inches (44.5 cm) 16 inches (40.5 cm) Male: 24.5 inches (62 cm), Female: 22.5 inches (57 cm)

German Pinscher vs Boston Terrier vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, German Pinscher or Boston Terrier or Chesapeake Bay Retriever? Which is more expensive?
$1400-$1600 $600-$800 $500-$600
Availability
Which is easier to get, German Pinscher or Boston Terrier or Chesapeake Bay Retriever?
Frequent: The German Pinscher is easier than average to get.
Very frequent: The Boston Terrier is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Chesapeake Bay Retriever is quite easy to get.

German Pinscher vs Boston Terrier vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? German Pinscher vs Boston Terrier vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever intelligence:
Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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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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Smart: The Chesapeake Bay Retriever dogs have great intelligence.
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Trainability
German Pinscher vs Boston Terrier vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever trainability comparison.
German Pinscher dogs are easy to train.
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Boston Terrier dogs are quite easy to train.
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Chesapeake Bay Retriever dogs are quite easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: German Pinscher or Boston Terrier or Chesapeake Bay Retriever?
German Pinscher dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Boston Terrier dogs are average watchdogs.
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Chesapeake Bay Retriever dogs are average watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog German Pinscher or Boston Terrier or Chesapeake Bay Retriever? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
German Pinscher dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Boston Terrier dogs are average defenders.
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Chesapeake Bay Retriever dogs are average defenders.
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German Pinscher vs Boston Terrier vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, German Pinscher or Boston Terrier or Chesapeake Bay Retriever? German Pinscher vs Boston Terrier vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever behavior/temperament comparison:
Loving
Courageous
Lively
Outright
Tempered
Spirited
Familiar
Playful
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Aggressive
Happy
Protective
Intelligent
Affectionate
Dominant
Quiet
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Sensitive: Boston Terrier dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Chesapeake Bay Retriever 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: German Pinscher vs Boston Terrier vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever?
Average to High: German Pinscher dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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High: Boston Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Average: Chesapeake Bay Retriever dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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Social Needs
German Pinscher vs Boston Terrier vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever social needs comparison:
German Pinscher dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Boston Terrier dogs are a social breed.
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Chesapeake Bay Retriever 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 German Pinscher is strong enough to escape from home.
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Boston Terrier dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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The wanderlust potential of the Chesapeake Bay Retriever 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?
German Pinscher dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Boston Terrier dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals.
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Chesapeake Bay 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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German Pinscher vs Boston Terrier vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
German Pinscher vs Boston Terrier vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever playfulness comparison:
The German Pinscher is a playful breed.
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Average: Boston Terriers, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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The Chesapeake Bay Retriever is a playful breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: German Pinscher vs Boston Terrier vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever?
Average: The German Pinscher barks occasionally.
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Low to Average: The Boston Terrier rarely barks.
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Average: The Chesapeake Bay Retriever barks occasionally.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly German Pinscher or Boston Terrier or Chesapeake Bay Retriever?
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 German Pinscher indoors.
Very house-friendly dog the Boston Terrier breed.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Chesapeake Bay Retriever breed.

German Pinscher vs Boston Terrier vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
Average: German Pinscher dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Boston Terrier dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Average: Chesapeake Bay Retriever dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: German Pinscher or Boston Terrier or Chesapeake Bay Retriever?
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.
Boston Terrier 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.

German Pinscher vs Boston Terrier vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: German Pinscher or Boston Terrier or Chesapeake Bay Retriever?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

German Pinscher bite force: Ordinary.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Boston Terrier bite force: Weak.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Chesapeake Bay Retriever bite force: Ordinary.
Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:

Low 🔽

The German Pinscher has a low chance of biting somebody.

Moderate

The Boston Terrier has an average chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Chesapeake Bay Retriever has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? German Pinscher vs Boston Terrier vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever mouthiness comparison:
German Pinscher dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Boston Terrier dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Chesapeake Bay Retriever dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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German Pinscher vs Boston Terrier vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
German Pinscher vs Boston Terrier vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever health comparison. Which is the healthier: German Pinscher vs Boston Terrier vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever?
German Pinschers are commonly healthy dogs.
The Boston Terrier is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The Chesapeake Bay Retriever is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: German Pinscher vs Boston Terrier vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? German Pinscher vs Boston Terrier vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever health problems comparison:
No data available Cataracts
Heart Murmurs
Patellar Luxation
Allergies
Deafness
Cherry Eye
Brain Tumors
Megaesophagus
Reverse Sneezing
Hip Dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Bloat
Cerebellar Abiotrophy
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Rare
The German Pinscher should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Average
The Boston Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Average
The Chesapeake Bay Retriever should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Life Expectancy
German Pinscher vs Boston Terrier vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever lifespan comparison. How long do German Pinscher, Boston Terrier and Chesapeake Bay Retriever breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
11-15 years
The average lifespan of German Pinscher: 13 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Boston Terrier: 13 years
9-13 years
The average lifespan of Chesapeake Bay Retriever: 11 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: German Pinscher vs Boston Terrier vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever?
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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Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Chesapeake Bay Retriever can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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German Pinscher vs Boston Terrier vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a German Pinscher or Boston Terrier or Chesapeake Bay Retriever? German Pinscher vs Boston Terrier vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever energy level comparison:
German Pinscher dogs are high-energy dogs.
Boston Terrier dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Chesapeake Bay Retriever dogs are high-energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
German Pinscher vs Boston Terrier vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: German Pinscher or Boston Terrier or Chesapeake Bay Retriever? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
German Pinscher dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Boston Terrier dogs have an average exercise need.
Chesapeake Bay Retriever dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: German Pinscher or Boston Terrier or Chesapeake Bay Retriever?
German Pinscher dogs don't need too much sleep.
Boston Terrier dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Chesapeake Bay Retriever dogs don't need too much sleep.

German Pinscher vs Boston Terrier vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: German Pinscher or Boston Terrier or Chesapeake Bay Retriever?
2 to 2.5 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 0.5 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 3 to 4.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? German Pinscher vs Boston Terrier vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever weight gain potential comparison:
Average: The German Pinscher has an average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Boston Terrier has an average risk for obesity.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Chesapeake Bay Retriever's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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German Pinscher vs Boston Terrier vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? German Pinscher vs Boston Terrier vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever coat comparison:
Dense
Shiny
Smooth
Fine Waterproof
Colors
What are the original German Pinscher, Boston Terrier and Chesapeake Bay Retriever color?
Black
Tan
Red
Blue
Brown
Black
White
Brindle
Seal
Brown
Deadgrass
Light
Sedge
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, German Pinscher or Boston Terrier or Chesapeake Bay Retriever? German Pinscher vs Boston Terrier vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever grooming comparison:
Effortless: The German Pinscher requires minimal grooming.
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Effortless: The Boston Terrier requires minimal grooming.
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Easy to groom: The Chesapeake Bay Retriever doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more German Pinscher or Boston Terrier or Chesapeake Bay Retriever? German Pinscher or Boston Terrier or {name3 shedding:
German Pinscher dogs shed none to minimal.
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Boston Terrier dogs shed moderately.
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Chesapeake Bay Retriever dogs shed moderately.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: German Pinscher or Boston Terrier or Chesapeake Bay Retriever?
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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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
German Pinscher vs Boston Terrier vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever 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, German Pinscher vs Boston Terrier vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever?

Low 🔽

The German Pinscher has a low chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Boston Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Chesapeake Bay Retriever has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?
The German Pinscher is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Boston Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Chesapeake Bay Retriever is an average drooler.
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German Pinscher vs Boston Terrier vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
German Pinscher dogs are generally with other pets.
Boston Terrier dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Chesapeake Bay Retriever dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly German Pinscher or Boston Terrier or Chesapeake Bay Retriever? Which dog is more friendly?
German Pinscher dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Boston Terrier dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Chesapeake Bay Retriever dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly German Pinscher or Boston Terrier or Chesapeake Bay Retriever?
German Pinscher dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Boston Terrier dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Chesapeake Bay Retriever dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly German Pinscher or Boston Terrier or Chesapeake Bay Retriever?
German Pinscher dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Boston Terrier dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Chesapeake Bay Retriever dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly German Pinscher or Boston Terrier or Chesapeake Bay Retriever?
German Pinscher dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Boston Terrier dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Chesapeake Bay Retriever dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: German Pinscher vs Boston Terrier vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever?
Yes
German Pinscher dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Boston Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Chesapeake Bay Retriever dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
German Pinscher is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Boston Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Chesapeake Bay Retriever is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
German Pinschers are usually recommended for elderly people.
Boston Terriers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Chesapeake Bay Retrievers are usually recommended for elderly people.

German Pinscher vs Boston Terrier vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog
Which one could be a service dog?

Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Therapy Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: German Pinscher or Boston Terrier or Chesapeake Bay Retriever? 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.

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog
Which one could be a boat dog: German Pinscher vs Boston Terrier vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever?

Not really

German Pinscher breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Boston Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Yes

Chesapeake Bay Retriever 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?

Not really

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

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

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

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Yes

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

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

German Pinscher vs Boston Terrier vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever 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 German Pinscher and Boston Terrier and Chesapeake Bay Retriever have?
6-8 puppies 3-5 puppies 7-9 puppies

German Pinscher vs Boston Terrier vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2003 as a Working breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1893 as a Non-Sporting breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1878 as a Sporting 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 Pinscher and Schnauzer type section. Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Small Molossian type Dogs section. Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Retrievers section.
Breed Recognition
What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?
American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
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
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
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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