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German Shepherd vs Chihuahua vs Perro de Presa Canario Comparison - Dog breed selector: Alsatian wolf dog or Csivava or Canarian Molosser? Find the right dog for you

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Name German Shepherd Chihuahua Perro de Presa Canario
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Alsatian wolf dog
Berger Allemand
Deutscher Schäferhund
Schäferhund
Alsatian
Csivava
Chihuahueño
Canarian Molosser
Canary Mastiff
Dogo Canario
Presa
Presa Canario
Canary Catch Dog
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? German Shepherd vs Chihuahua vs Perro de Presa Canario breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Cross Breed

German Shepherd vs Chihuahua vs Perro de Presa Canario Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, German Shepherd or Chihuahua or Perro de Presa Canario? Which is the smallest dog, German Shepherd or Chihuahua or Perro de Presa Canario?
Large Small Large
Weight
Which is heavier, German Shepherd or Chihuahua or Chihuahua? German Shepherd vs Chihuahua vs Perro de Presa Canario weight comparison:
Male: 66-88 pounds (30-40 kg), Female: 49-71 pounds (22-32 kg) 2-6 pounds (1-3 kg) 80-100 pounds (36-45 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 77 pounds (35 kg), Female: 60 pounds (27 kg) 4 pounds (2 kg) 90 pounds (40.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, German Shepherd or Chihuahua or Perro de Presa Canario? German Shepherd vs Chihuahua vs Perro de Presa Canario height comparison:
Male: 24-26 inches (60-65 cm), Female: 22-24 inches (55-60 cm) 6-9 inches (15-23 cm) 21-25 inches (55-65 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 25 inches (62.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (57.5 cm) 7.5 inches (19 cm) 23 inches (60 cm)

German Shepherd vs Chihuahua vs Perro de Presa Canario Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, German Shepherd or Chihuahua or Perro de Presa Canario? Which is more expensive?
$800-$2000 $600-$800 $1200-$3000
Availability
Which is easier to get, German Shepherd or Chihuahua or Perro de Presa Canario?
Very frequent: The German Shepherd is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Chihuahua 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.

German Shepherd vs Chihuahua vs Perro de Presa Canario Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? German Shepherd vs Chihuahua vs Perro de Presa Canario intelligence:
Outstanding: German Shepherd is one of the brightest dog breeds.
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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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Trainability
German Shepherd vs Chihuahua vs Perro de Presa Canario trainability comparison.
German Shepherd dogs are easy to train.
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Chihuahua dogs are quite easy to train.
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Perro de Presa Canario dogs are quite easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: German Shepherd or Chihuahua or Perro de Presa Canario?
German Shepherd dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Chihuahua dogs are average watchdogs.
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Perro de Presa Canario dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog German Shepherd or Chihuahua or Perro de Presa Canario? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
German Shepherd dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Chihuahua dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Perro de Presa Canario dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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German Shepherd vs Chihuahua vs Perro de Presa Canario Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, German Shepherd or Chihuahua or Perro de Presa Canario? German Shepherd vs Chihuahua vs Perro de Presa Canario behavior/temperament comparison:
Curious
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Confident
Obedient
Loyal
Watchful
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Quick
Devoted
Lively
Dominant
Gentle
Strong
Willed
Calm
Suspicious
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
Sensitive: German Shepherd dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Sensitive: Chihuahua dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Perro de Presa Canario 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 Shepherd vs Chihuahua vs Perro de Presa Canario?
High: German Shepherd dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Chihuahua dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Average: Perro de Presa Canario dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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Social Needs
German Shepherd vs Chihuahua vs Perro de Presa Canario social needs comparison:
German Shepherd dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Chihuahua dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Perro de Presa Canario dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
German Shepherd dogs are not the biggest explorers.
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Chihuahua dogs tend to escape less than other breeds.
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Perro de Presa Canario dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
German Shepherd dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Chihuahua 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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Perro de Presa Canario dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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German Shepherd vs Chihuahua vs Perro de Presa Canario Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
German Shepherd vs Chihuahua vs Perro de Presa Canario playfulness comparison:
Average: German Shepherds, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Average: Chihuahuas, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Average: Perro de Presa Canarios, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: German Shepherd vs Chihuahua vs Perro de Presa Canario?
Low to Average: The German Shepherd rarely barks.
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A lot: Chihuahua is a particularly loud breed.
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Low to Average: The Perro de Presa Canario rarely barks.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly German Shepherd or Chihuahua or Perro de Presa Canario?
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 Shepherd indoors.
Very house-friendly dog the Chihuahua breed.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Perro de Presa Canario breed.

German Shepherd vs Chihuahua vs Perro de Presa Canario Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
German Shepherd dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Chihuahua dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Perro de Presa Canario dogs don't adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: German Shepherd or Chihuahua or Perro de Presa Canario?
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.
Chihuahua dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

German Shepherd vs Chihuahua vs Perro de Presa Canario Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: German Shepherd or Chihuahua or Perro de Presa Canario?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

German Shepherd bite force: Ordinary.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Chihuahua bite force: Weak.

Above 400 PSI 🔼

Perro de Presa Canario bite force: The Strongest.
Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:

High 🔼

The German Shepherd has a high chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Chihuahua has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Perro de Presa Canario has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? German Shepherd vs Chihuahua vs Perro de Presa Canario mouthiness comparison:
German Shepherd dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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Chihuahua dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Perro de Presa Canario dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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German Shepherd vs Chihuahua vs Perro de Presa Canario Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
German Shepherd vs Chihuahua vs Perro de Presa Canario health comparison. Which is the healthier: German Shepherd vs Chihuahua vs Perro de Presa Canario?
German Shepherds are commonly healthy dogs.
Chihuahuas are commonly healthy dogs.
Perro de Presa Canarios are commonly healthy dogs.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: German Shepherd vs Chihuahua vs Perro de Presa Canario? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? German Shepherd vs Chihuahua vs Perro de Presa Canario health problems comparison:
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Cancer
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Von Willebrand's Disease
Bloat
Epilepsy
Blindness
Cherry Eye
Elbow Dysplasia
Diabetes
Heart Disease
Retinal Dysplasia
Demodectic Mange
Degenerative Myelopathy
Wobbler's Syndrome
Panosteitis
Hemophilia B
Megaesophagus
Cushing's Syndrome
Lens Luxation
Exocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency
Chronic Diarrhea
Cruciate Ligament Rupture
Digestive Problems
Hemophilia A
Hypertrophic Osteodystrophy
Lupus
Myasthenia Gravis
Nail Bed Disease
Osteochondrosis
Pannus
Paralysis
Perianal Fistula
Seborrhea
Vitiligo
Collapsed Trachea
Heart Murmurs
Open Fontanel
Patellar Luxation
Pulmonic Stenosis
Hydrocephalus
Hypoglycemia
Shivering
Luxating Patella
Hypothyroidism
Bloat
Demodectic Mange
Cryptorchidism
Dilated Cardiomyopathy
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Rare
The German Shepherd should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Rare
The Chihuahua should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Rare
The Perro de Presa Canario should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Life Expectancy
German Shepherd vs Chihuahua vs Perro de Presa Canario lifespan comparison. How long do German Shepherd, Chihuahua and Perro de Presa Canario breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
9-13 years
The average lifespan of German Shepherd: 11 years
14-18 years
The average lifespan of Chihuahua: 16 years
9-11 years
The average lifespan of Perro de Presa Canario: 10 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: German Shepherd vs Chihuahua vs Perro de Presa Canario?
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 warm weather
Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates.
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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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German Shepherd vs Chihuahua vs Perro de Presa Canario Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a German Shepherd or Chihuahua or Perro de Presa Canario? German Shepherd vs Chihuahua vs Perro de Presa Canario energy level comparison:
German Shepherd dogs are high-energy dogs.
Chihuahua dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Perro de Presa Canario dogs are high-energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
German Shepherd vs Chihuahua vs Perro de Presa Canario exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: German Shepherd or Chihuahua or Perro de Presa Canario? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
German Shepherd dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Chihuahua dogs exercise need is very minimal.
Perro de Presa Canario dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: German Shepherd or Chihuahua or Perro de Presa Canario?
German Shepherd dogs don't need too much sleep.
Chihuahua dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
Perro de Presa Canario dogs don't need too much sleep.

German Shepherd vs Chihuahua vs Perro de Presa Canario Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: German Shepherd or Chihuahua or Perro de Presa Canario?
3 to 4 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. Recommended daily amount: 1/4 to 1/2 cups of high-quality dry food a day. 3 to 5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, divided into two meals.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? German Shepherd vs Chihuahua vs Perro de Presa Canario weight gain potential comparison:
Low to Average: The German Shepherd has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Chihuahua has an average risk for obesity.
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High: The Perro de Presa Canario breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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German Shepherd vs Chihuahua vs Perro de Presa Canario Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? German Shepherd vs Chihuahua vs Perro de Presa Canario coat comparison:
Fuzzy Fine Smooth
Colors
What are the original German Shepherd, Chihuahua and Perro de Presa Canario color?
Black
Tan
Red
Silver
Black
Tan
Red
Cream
Fawn
Chocolate
Black
Red
Silver
Fawn
Brindle
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, German Shepherd or Chihuahua or Perro de Presa Canario? German Shepherd vs Chihuahua vs Perro de Presa Canario grooming comparison:
Average: The German Shepherd requires average grooming effort.
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Effortless: The Chihuahua requires minimal grooming.
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Easy to groom: The Perro de Presa Canario doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more German Shepherd or Chihuahua or Perro de Presa Canario? German Shepherd or Chihuahua or {name3 shedding:
German Shepherd dogs are heavy shedders.
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Chihuahua dogs shed none to minimal.
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Perro de Presa Canario dogs shed none to minimal.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: German Shepherd or Chihuahua or Perro de Presa Canario?
8-12 weeks
Very 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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4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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Hypoallergenic
German Shepherd vs Chihuahua vs Perro de Presa Canario 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 Shepherd vs Chihuahua vs Perro de Presa Canario?

Medium

The German Shepherd has an average chance of bad smell.

High 🔼

The Chihuahua has a high chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Perro de Presa Canario has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?
The German Shepherd is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Chihuahua is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Perro de Presa Canario is an average drooler.
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German Shepherd vs Chihuahua vs Perro de Presa Canario Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
German Shepherd dogs are generally with other pets.
Chihuahua dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Perro de Presa Canario dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly German Shepherd or Chihuahua or Perro de Presa Canario? Which dog is more friendly?
German Shepherd dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Chihuahua dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Perro de Presa Canario dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly German Shepherd or Chihuahua or Perro de Presa Canario?
German Shepherd dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Chihuahua dogs are not kid-friendly dogs.
Perro de Presa Canario dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly German Shepherd or Chihuahua or Perro de Presa Canario?
German Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Chihuahua dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Perro de Presa Canario dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly German Shepherd or Chihuahua or Perro de Presa Canario?
German Shepherd dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Chihuahua dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Perro de Presa Canario dogs are not dog-friendly.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: German Shepherd vs Chihuahua vs Perro de Presa Canario?
Yes
German Shepherd dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Chihuahua dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
No
Perro de Presa Canario dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
German Shepherd is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Chihuahua is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Perro de Presa Canario is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
German Shepherds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Chihuahuas are not recommended for elderly people.
Perro de Presa Canarios are not the best breed for elderly people.

German Shepherd vs Chihuahua vs Perro de Presa Canario As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog
Which one could be a service dog?

Yes

This breed makes good 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 Shepherd or Chihuahua or Perro de Presa Canario? Which is better for autism?

Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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Yes

This breed makes a perfect 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?

Yes

After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.

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?

Yes

This breed would make an excellent 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 Shepherd vs Chihuahua vs Perro de Presa Canario?

Not really

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

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

Perro de Presa Canario breed usually doesn't like 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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Yes

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

Yes

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

German Shepherd vs Chihuahua vs Perro de Presa Canario 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 Shepherd and Chihuahua and Perro de Presa Canario have?
6-10 puppies 2-4 puppies 7-9 puppies

German Shepherd vs Chihuahua vs Perro de Presa Canario Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1908 as a Herding breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1904 as a Toy breed. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI?
Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section. Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Chihuahueno section. Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type section.
Breed Recognition
What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?
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
German Shepherd Dog Club Of America
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
America's Pet Registry
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
United Kennel Club
Foundation Stock Service

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