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German Shorthaired Pointer vs Shiba Inu vs Australian Kelpie Comparison - Dog breed selector: Deutscher Kurzhaariger Vorstehhund or Japanese Shiba Inu or Australischer Kelpie? Find the right dog for you

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Name German Shorthaired Pointer Shiba Inu Australian Kelpie
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Deutscher Kurzhaariger Vorstehhund
Kurzhaar
Deutsch Kurzhaar
GSP Dog
Japanese Shiba Inu
Japanese Small-Size Dog
Shiba
Shiba Ken
Brushwood Dog
Australischer Kelpie
Barb
Kelpie
Australian Sheepdog
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? German Shorthaired Pointer vs Shiba Inu vs Australian Kelpie breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

German Shorthaired Pointer vs Shiba Inu vs Australian Kelpie Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, German Shorthaired Pointer or Shiba Inu or Australian Kelpie? Which is the smallest dog, German Shorthaired Pointer or Shiba Inu or Australian Kelpie?
Large
Medium
Medium Medium
Weight
Which is heavier, German Shorthaired Pointer or Shiba Inu or Shiba Inu? German Shorthaired Pointer vs Shiba Inu vs Australian Kelpie weight comparison:
Male: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg), Female: 45-60 pounds (20-27 kg) Male: 18-25 pounds (8-11 kg), Female: 15-20 pounds (6.8-9 kg) 25-45 pounds (11-20 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg), Female: 52.5 pounds (23.5 kg) Male: 21.5 pounds (9.5 kg), Female: 17.5 pounds (6.8.5 kg) 35 pounds (15.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, German Shorthaired Pointer or Shiba Inu or Australian Kelpie? German Shorthaired Pointer vs Shiba Inu vs Australian Kelpie height comparison:
Male: 23-25 inches (59-64 cm), Female: 21-23 inches (53-58 cm) Male: 14-16 inches (36-41 cm), Female: 13-15 inches (33-38 cm) 17-20 inches (43-51 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 24 inches (61.5 cm), Female: 22 inches (55.5 cm) Male: 15 inches (38.5 cm), Female: 14 inches (35.5 cm) 18.5 inches (47 cm)

German Shorthaired Pointer vs Shiba Inu vs Australian Kelpie Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, German Shorthaired Pointer or Shiba Inu or Australian Kelpie? Which is more expensive?
$600-$800 $800-$1000 $500-$700
Availability
Which is easier to get, German Shorthaired Pointer or Shiba Inu or Australian Kelpie?
Very frequent: The German Shorthaired Pointer is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Shiba Inu 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 Shorthaired Pointer vs Shiba Inu vs Australian Kelpie Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? German Shorthaired Pointer vs Shiba Inu vs Australian Kelpie intelligence:
Very smart: German Shorthaired Pointer is an excellent dog breed.
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Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Trainability
German Shorthaired Pointer vs Shiba Inu vs Australian Kelpie trainability comparison.
German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are very easy to train.
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A slightly harder to train than average.
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Australian Kelpie dogs are very easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: German Shorthaired Pointer or Shiba Inu or Australian Kelpie?
German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are average watchdogs.
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Shiba Inu dogs are good watchdogs.
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Australian Kelpie dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog German Shorthaired Pointer or Shiba Inu or Australian Kelpie? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are average defenders.
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Shiba Inu dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Australian Kelpie dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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German Shorthaired Pointer vs Shiba Inu vs Australian Kelpie Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, German Shorthaired Pointer or Shiba Inu or Australian Kelpie? German Shorthaired Pointer vs Shiba Inu vs Australian Kelpie behavior/temperament comparison:
Intelligent
Affectionate
Trainable
Bold
Cooperative
Boisterous
Alert
Confident
Going
Fearless
Keen
Faithful
Charming
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Loyal
Robust
Eager
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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Shiba Inu dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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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: German Shorthaired Pointer vs Shiba Inu vs Australian Kelpie?
Average to High: German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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Average to High: Shiba Inu dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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Average: Australian Kelpie dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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Social Needs
German Shorthaired Pointer vs Shiba Inu vs Australian Kelpie social needs comparison:
German Shorthaired Pointer dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Shiba Inu dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Australian Kelpie dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
German Shorthaired Pointer 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 Shiba Inu is strong enough to escape from home.
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The wanderlust potential of the Australian Kelpie 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 Shorthaired Pointer dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Shiba Inu 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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Australian Kelpie dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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German Shorthaired Pointer vs Shiba Inu vs Australian Kelpie Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
German Shorthaired Pointer vs Shiba Inu vs Australian Kelpie playfulness comparison:
The German Shorthaired Pointer is a highly playful breed.
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Average: Shiba Inus, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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The Australian Kelpie is a playful breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: German Shorthaired Pointer vs Shiba Inu vs Australian Kelpie?
Average: The German Shorthaired Pointer barks occasionally.
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Low to Average: The Shiba Inu rarely barks.
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Low to Average: The Australian Kelpie rarely barks.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly German Shorthaired Pointer or Shiba Inu or Australian Kelpie?
Not an apartment-friendly dog the German Shorthaired Pointer breed.
Very house-friendly dog the Shiba Inu breed.
It is not recommended to keep the Australian Kelpie breed in the home.

German Shorthaired Pointer vs Shiba Inu vs Australian Kelpie Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
German Shorthaired Pointer dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Shiba Inu dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Australian Kelpie dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: German Shorthaired Pointer or Shiba Inu or Australian Kelpie?
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

German Shorthaired Pointer vs Shiba Inu vs Australian Kelpie Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: German Shorthaired Pointer or Shiba Inu or Australian Kelpie?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

German Shorthaired Pointer bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Shiba Inu bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Australian Kelpie bite force: Ordinary.
Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:

Low 🔽

The German Shorthaired Pointer has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Shiba Inu has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Australian Kelpie has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? German Shorthaired Pointer vs Shiba Inu vs Australian Kelpie mouthiness comparison:
German Shorthaired Pointer dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Shiba Inu dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Australian Kelpie dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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German Shorthaired Pointer vs Shiba Inu vs Australian Kelpie Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
German Shorthaired Pointer vs Shiba Inu vs Australian Kelpie health comparison. Which is the healthier: German Shorthaired Pointer vs Shiba Inu vs Australian Kelpie?
German Shorthaired Pointers are commonly healthy dogs.
The Shiba Inu is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Australian Kelpies tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: German Shorthaired Pointer vs Shiba Inu vs Australian Kelpie? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? German Shorthaired Pointer vs Shiba Inu vs Australian Kelpie health problems comparison:
Hypothyroidism
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Von Willebrand's Disease
Entropion
Osteochondrosis Dissecans
Cardiomyopathy
Pannus
Gastric Torsion
Canine Hip Dysplasia (CHD)
Lymphedema
Hip Dysplasia
Patellar Luxation
Allergies
Cancer
Hypothyroidism
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Epilepsy
Glaucoma
Spinning
Chylothorax
Hip Dysplasia
Patellar Luxation
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Osteoarthritis
Cerebellar Abiotrophy
Collie Eye Anomaly
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Rare
The German Shorthaired Pointer should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Average
The Shiba Inu should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Frequent
The Australian Kelpie should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Life Expectancy
German Shorthaired Pointer vs Shiba Inu vs Australian Kelpie lifespan comparison. How long do German Shorthaired Pointer, Shiba Inu and Australian Kelpie breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
12-14 years
The average lifespan of German Shorthaired Pointer: 13 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Shiba Inu: 13 years
10-14 years
The average lifespan of Australian Kelpie: 12 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: German Shorthaired Pointer vs Shiba Inu vs Australian Kelpie?
Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
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Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Shiba Inu 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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German Shorthaired Pointer vs Shiba Inu vs Australian Kelpie Energy and Activity Comparison

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

German Shorthaired Pointer vs Shiba Inu vs Australian Kelpie Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: German Shorthaired Pointer or Shiba Inu or Australian Kelpie?
3 to 4 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. Recommended daily amount: 1/2 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 1 to 2 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 Shorthaired Pointer vs Shiba Inu vs Australian Kelpie weight gain potential comparison:
Average: The German Shorthaired Pointer has an average risk for obesity.
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Low to Average: The Shiba Inu has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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Low to Average: The Australian Kelpie has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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German Shorthaired Pointer vs Shiba Inu vs Australian Kelpie Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? German Shorthaired Pointer vs Shiba Inu vs Australian Kelpie coat comparison:
Dense Dense Double
Colors
What are the original German Shorthaired Pointer, Shiba Inu and Australian Kelpie color?
Black
White
Liver
Roan
Copper
Black
Tan
Red
Cream
Sesame
Black
Tan
Red
Blue
Brown
Fawn
Chocolate
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, German Shorthaired Pointer or Shiba Inu or Australian Kelpie? German Shorthaired Pointer vs Shiba Inu vs Australian Kelpie grooming comparison:
Effortless: The German Shorthaired Pointer requires minimal grooming.
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Easy to groom: The Shiba Inu doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Effortless: The Australian Kelpie requires minimal grooming.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more German Shorthaired Pointer or Shiba Inu or Australian Kelpie? German Shorthaired Pointer or Shiba Inu or {name3 shedding:
German Shorthaired Pointer dogs shed moderately.
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Shiba Inu dogs shed above average.
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Australian Kelpie dogs shed moderately.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: German Shorthaired Pointer or Shiba Inu or Australian Kelpie?
4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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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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Hypoallergenic
German Shorthaired Pointer vs Shiba Inu vs Australian Kelpie 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 Shorthaired Pointer vs Shiba Inu vs Australian Kelpie?

Medium

The German Shorthaired Pointer has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Shiba Inu has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Australian Kelpie has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?
The German Shorthaired Pointer is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency.
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The Shiba Inu is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Australian Kelpie is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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German Shorthaired Pointer vs Shiba Inu vs Australian Kelpie Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
German Shorthaired Pointer dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Shiba Inu dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Australian Kelpie dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly German Shorthaired Pointer or Shiba Inu or Australian Kelpie? Which dog is more friendly?
German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Shiba Inu dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Australian Kelpie dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly German Shorthaired Pointer or Shiba Inu or Australian Kelpie?
German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Shiba Inu dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.
Australian Kelpie dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly German Shorthaired Pointer or Shiba Inu or Australian Kelpie?
German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Shiba Inu dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Australian Kelpie dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly German Shorthaired Pointer or Shiba Inu or Australian Kelpie?
German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Shiba Inu dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Australian Kelpie dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: German Shorthaired Pointer vs Shiba Inu vs Australian Kelpie?
Yes
German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
No
Shiba Inu dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.
Yes
Australian Kelpie dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
German Shorthaired Pointer is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Shiba Inu is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Australian Kelpie is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
German Shorthaired Pointers are usually recommended for elderly people.
Shiba Inus are commonly okay with elderly people.
Australian Kelpies are usually recommended for elderly people.

German Shorthaired Pointer vs Shiba Inu vs Australian Kelpie 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 Shorthaired Pointer or Shiba Inu or Australian Kelpie? 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?

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 Shorthaired Pointer vs Shiba Inu vs Australian Kelpie?

Not really

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

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

Australian Kelpie 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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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.

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.

German Shorthaired Pointer vs Shiba Inu vs Australian Kelpie 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 Shorthaired Pointer and Shiba Inu and Australian Kelpie have?
7-12 puppies 2-4 puppies 4-7 puppies

German Shorthaired Pointer vs Shiba Inu vs Australian Kelpie Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1930 as a Sporting breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1992 as a Non-Sporting breed. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI?
Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the Continental Pointing Dogs section. Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Asian Spitz and related breeds section. Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section.
Breed Recognition
What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?
American Kennel Club
Canadian Kennel Club
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
Australian National Kennel Council
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
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
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
Foundation Stock Service

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