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Giant Schnauzer vs English Setter vs Leonberger Comparison - Dog breed selector: Riesenschnauzer or Laverack or Gentle Giant? Find the right dog for you

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Name Giant Schnauzer English Setter Leonberger
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Riesenschnauzer Laverack
Llewellin Setter
Lawerack
Gentle Giant
Gentle Lion
Leonbergi
Leo
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Giant Schnauzer vs English Setter vs Leonberger breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Giant Schnauzer vs English Setter vs Leonberger Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Giant Schnauzer or English Setter or Leonberger? Which is the smallest dog, Giant Schnauzer or English Setter or Leonberger?
Giant Large Giant
Weight
Which is heavier, Giant Schnauzer or English Setter or English Setter? Giant Schnauzer vs English Setter vs Leonberger weight comparison:
Males 60-105 pounds (27-48 kg), Female: 55-75 pounds (25-34 kg) Male: 55-80 pounds (25-36 kg), Female: 45-70 pounds (20-32 kg) Male: 130-170 pounds (59-77 kg), Female: 100-130 pounds (45-59 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Males 82.5 pounds (37.5 kg), Female: 65 pounds (29.5 kg) Male: 67.5 pounds (30.5 kg), Female: 57.5 pounds (26 kg) Male: 150 pounds (68 kg), Female: 115 pounds (52 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Giant Schnauzer or English Setter or Leonberger? Giant Schnauzer vs English Setter vs Leonberger height comparison:
Male: 26-28 inches (66-71 cm), Female: 23-26 inches (58-66 cm) Male: 24-27 inches (61-69 cm), Female: 23-26 inches (58-66 cm) Male: 29-31 inches (74-80 cm), Female: 27-29 inches (61-74 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 27 inches (68.5 cm), Female: 24.5 inches (62 cm) Male: 25.5 inches (65 cm), Female: 24.5 inches (62 cm) Male: 30 inches (77 cm), Female: 28 inches (67.5 cm)

Giant Schnauzer vs English Setter vs Leonberger Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Giant Schnauzer or English Setter or Leonberger? Which is more expensive?
$1000-$1500 $400-$600 $1500-$2000
Availability
Which is easier to get, Giant Schnauzer or English Setter or Leonberger?
Very frequent: The Giant Schnauzer is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The English Setter is quite easy to get.
Frequent: The Leonberger is easier than average to get.

Giant Schnauzer vs English Setter vs Leonberger Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Giant Schnauzer vs English Setter vs Leonberger intelligence:
Smart: The Giant Schnauzer dogs have great intelligence.
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Smart: The English Setter dogs have great intelligence.
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Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Trainability
Giant Schnauzer vs English Setter vs Leonberger trainability comparison.
Giant Schnauzer dogs are easy to train.
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English Setter dogs are easy to train.
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Leonberger dogs are quite easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Giant Schnauzer or English Setter or Leonberger?
Giant Schnauzer dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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English Setter dogs are average watchdogs.
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Leonberger dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Giant Schnauzer or English Setter or Leonberger? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Giant Schnauzer dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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English Setter dogs are not the best to protect their territory.
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Leonberger dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Giant Schnauzer vs English Setter vs Leonberger Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Giant Schnauzer or English Setter or Leonberger? Giant Schnauzer vs English Setter vs Leonberger behavior/temperament comparison:
Powerful
Intelligent
Dominant
Loyal
Kind
Strong
Willed
Energetic
Intelligent
Gentle
Strong
Willed
Mischievous
Loving
Obedient
Loyal
Fearless
Companionable
Adaptable
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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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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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: Giant Schnauzer vs English Setter vs Leonberger?
Average: Giant Schnauzer dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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High: English Setter dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Leonberger dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Giant Schnauzer vs English Setter vs Leonberger social needs comparison:
Giant Schnauzer dogs need for social interaction is average.
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English Setter dogs are a social breed.
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Leonberger dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
The wanderlust potential of the Giant Schnauzer is strong enough to escape from home.
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English Setter dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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Leonberger dogs tend to escape less than other breeds.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Giant Schnauzer dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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English Setter dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Leonberger dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Giant Schnauzer vs English Setter vs Leonberger Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Giant Schnauzer vs English Setter vs Leonberger playfulness comparison:
The Giant Schnauzer is a highly playful breed.
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The English Setter is a playful breed.
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The Leonberger is a playful breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Giant Schnauzer vs English Setter vs Leonberger?
Average: The Giant Schnauzer barks occasionally.
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Average to High: The English Setter is a vocal breed.
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Low: The Leonberger barks none to minimal.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Giant Schnauzer or English Setter or Leonberger?
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Giant Schnauzer breed.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the English Setter breed.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Leonberger breed.

Giant Schnauzer vs English Setter vs Leonberger Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
Average: Giant Schnauzer dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Average: English Setter dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Average: Leonberger dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Giant Schnauzer or English Setter or Leonberger?
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.
English Setter 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.
Leonberger dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Giant Schnauzer vs English Setter vs Leonberger Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Giant Schnauzer or English Setter or Leonberger?

Above 400 PSI 🔼

Giant Schnauzer bite force: The Strongest.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

English Setter bite force: Ordinary.

Above 400 PSI 🔼

Leonberger bite force: The Strongest.
Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:

Low 🔽

The Giant Schnauzer has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The English Setter has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Leonberger has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Giant Schnauzer vs English Setter vs Leonberger mouthiness comparison:
Giant Schnauzer dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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English Setter dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Leonberger dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Giant Schnauzer vs English Setter vs Leonberger Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Giant Schnauzer vs English Setter vs Leonberger health comparison. Which is the healthier: Giant Schnauzer vs English Setter vs Leonberger?
Giant Schnauzers are commonly healthy dogs.
The English Setter is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Leonbergers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Giant Schnauzer vs English Setter vs Leonberger? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Giant Schnauzer vs English Setter vs Leonberger health problems comparison:
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Cancer
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Bloat
Heart Problems
Elbow Dysplasia
Retinal Dysplasia
Glaucoma
Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca
No data available Hip Dysplasia
Cancer
Bloat
Entropion
Inherited Polyneuropathy
Ectropion
Elbow Dysplasia
Addison's Disease
Eosinophilic Panosteitis
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Rare
The Giant Schnauzer should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Average
The English Setter should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Frequent
The Leonberger should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Life Expectancy
Giant Schnauzer vs English Setter vs Leonberger lifespan comparison. How long do Giant Schnauzer, English Setter and Leonberger breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Giant Schnauzer: 11 years
10-12 years
The average lifespan of English Setter: 11 years
8-10 years
The average lifespan of Leonberger: 9 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Giant Schnauzer vs English Setter vs Leonberger?
Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Giant Schnauzer can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The English Setter can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Prefers cold weather
The Leonberger can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog.
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Giant Schnauzer vs English Setter vs Leonberger Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Giant Schnauzer vs English Setter vs Leonberger Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Giant Schnauzer or English Setter or Leonberger?
8 to 10 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals 4 to 5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 8 to 10 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? Giant Schnauzer vs English Setter vs Leonberger weight gain potential comparison:
Average: The Giant Schnauzer has an average risk for obesity.
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High: The English Setter breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Leonberger's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Giant Schnauzer vs English Setter vs Leonberger Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Giant Schnauzer vs English Setter vs Leonberger coat comparison:
Wiry Feathered Waterproof
Colors
What are the original Giant Schnauzer, English Setter and Leonberger color?
Black
Pepper
Salt
Tan
Blue
Orange
Tricolor
Liver
Lemon
Belton
Red
Brown
Yellow
Sandy
Reddish
Mahogany
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Giant Schnauzer or English Setter or Leonberger? Giant Schnauzer vs English Setter vs Leonberger grooming comparison:
Average: The Giant Schnauzer requires average grooming effort.
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Average: The English Setter requires average grooming effort.
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Average: The Leonberger requires average grooming effort.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Giant Schnauzer or English Setter or Leonberger? Giant Schnauzer or English Setter or {name3 shedding:
Giant Schnauzer dogs shed none to minimal.
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English Setter dogs shed moderately.
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Leonberger dogs are heavy shedders.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Giant Schnauzer or English Setter or Leonberger?
8-12 weeks
Very 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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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
Giant Schnauzer vs English Setter vs Leonberger 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, Giant Schnauzer vs English Setter vs Leonberger?

Low 🔽

The Giant Schnauzer has a low chance of bad smell.

Medium

The English Setter has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Leonberger has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?
The Giant Schnauzer is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The English Setter is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency.
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The Leonberger is an average drooler.
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Giant Schnauzer vs English Setter vs Leonberger Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Giant Schnauzer dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
English Setter dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Leonberger dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Giant Schnauzer or English Setter or Leonberger? Which dog is more friendly?
Giant Schnauzer dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
English Setter dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Leonberger dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Giant Schnauzer or English Setter or Leonberger?
Giant Schnauzer dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.
English Setter dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Leonberger dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Giant Schnauzer or English Setter or Leonberger?
Giant Schnauzer dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
English Setter dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Leonberger dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Giant Schnauzer or English Setter or Leonberger?
Giant Schnauzer dogs are not dog-friendly.
English Setter dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Leonberger dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Giant Schnauzer vs English Setter vs Leonberger?
Yes
Giant Schnauzer dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
English Setter dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Leonberger dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
Giant Schnauzer is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
English Setter is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Leonberger is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
Giant Schnauzers are not the best breed for elderly people.
English Setters are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Leonbergers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Giant Schnauzer vs English Setter vs Leonberger 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: Giant Schnauzer or English Setter or Leonberger? 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: Giant Schnauzer vs English Setter vs Leonberger?

Not really

Giant Schnauzer breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Yes

English Setter breed usually likes being on a boat.
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Not really

Leonberger 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

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.

Giant Schnauzer vs English Setter vs Leonberger 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 Giant Schnauzer and English Setter and Leonberger have?
5-8 puppies 4-6 puppies 6-8 puppies

Giant Schnauzer vs English Setter vs Leonberger Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1930 as a Working breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1878 as a Sporting breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2010 as a Working 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 Pointing Dogs group, in the British and Irish Pointers and Setters 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
Unknown 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.
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club

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