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Great Dane vs Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Vizsla Comparison - Dog breed selector: Apollo of Dogs or African Lion Hound or Hungarian Pointer? Find the right dog for you

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Name Great Dane Rhodesian Ridgeback Vizsla
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Group Working Dogs Hunting Dogs Gun Dog
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Apollo of Dogs
Deutsche Dogge
Gentle Giant
German Mastiff
Dane
African Lion Hound
African Lion Dog
Hungarian Pointer
Hungarian Short-Haired Pointer
Magyar Vizsla
Rövidszőrű Magyar Vizsla
Hungarian Vizsla
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Great Dane vs Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Vizsla breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Great Dane vs Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Vizsla Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Great Dane or Rhodesian Ridgeback or Vizsla? Which is the smallest dog, Great Dane or Rhodesian Ridgeback or Vizsla?
Giant Large Large
Weight
Which is heavier, Great Dane or Rhodesian Ridgeback or Rhodesian Ridgeback? Great Dane vs Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Vizsla weight comparison:
Male: 120-200 pounds (54-90 kg), Female: 100-130 pounds (45-59 kg) Male: 80-90 pounds (36-41 kg), Female: 65-75 pounds (29-34 kg) Male: 45-60 pounds (20-27 kg), Female: 40-55 pounds (18-25 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 160 pounds (72 kg), Female: 115 pounds (52 kg) Male: 85 pounds (38.5 kg), Female: 70 pounds (31.5 kg) Male: 52.5 pounds (23.5 kg), Female: 47.5 pounds (21.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Great Dane or Rhodesian Ridgeback or Vizsla? Great Dane vs Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Vizsla height comparison:
Male: 30-34 inches (76-86 cm), Female: 28-32 inches (71-81 cm) Male: 25-27 inches (63-69 cm), Female: 24-26 inches (61-66 cm) Male: 22-26 inches (56-66 cm), Female: 20-24 inches (51-61 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 32 inches (81 cm), Female: 30 inches (76 cm) Male: 26 inches (66 cm), Female: 25 inches (63.5 cm) Male: 24 inches (61 cm), Female: 22 inches (56 cm)

Great Dane vs Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Vizsla Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Great Dane or Rhodesian Ridgeback or Vizsla? Which is more expensive?
$800-$1200 $900-$1200 $800-$1200
Availability
Which is easier to get, Great Dane or Rhodesian Ridgeback or Vizsla?
Very frequent: The Great Dane is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Rhodesian Ridgeback is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Vizsla is quite easy to get.

Great Dane vs Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Vizsla Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Great Dane vs Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Vizsla intelligence:
Smart: The Great Dane 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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Very smart: Vizsla is an excellent dog breed.
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Trainability
Great Dane vs Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Vizsla trainability comparison.
Great Dane dogs are quite easy to train.
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Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs are quite easy to train.
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Vizsla dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Great Dane or Rhodesian Ridgeback or Vizsla?
Great Dane dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs are average watchdogs.
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Vizsla dogs are average watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Great Dane or Rhodesian Ridgeback or Vizsla? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Great Dane dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Vizsla dogs are average defenders.
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Great Dane vs Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Vizsla Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Great Dane or Rhodesian Ridgeback or Vizsla? Great Dane vs Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Vizsla behavior/temperament comparison:
Loving
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Devoted
Gentle
Reserved
Dignified
Sensitive
Intelligent
Loyal
Strong
Willed
Mischievous
Playful
Energetic
Protective
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Trainable
Companionable
Cheerful
Quiet
Easygoing
Willing
Evenly Tempered
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
Sensitive: Great Dane dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Sensitive: Vizsla dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Great Dane vs Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Vizsla?
Average: Great Dane dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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High: Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Vizsla dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Great Dane vs Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Vizsla social needs comparison:
Great Dane dogs are a social breed.
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Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs are a social breed.
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Vizsla dogs are a social breed.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Great Dane dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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Vizsla dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Great Dane 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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Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Vizsla dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals.
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Great Dane vs Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Vizsla Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Great Dane vs Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Vizsla playfulness comparison:
Great Danes are not the most playful dog breed.
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The Rhodesian Ridgeback is a playful breed.
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The Vizsla is a highly playful breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Great Dane vs Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Vizsla?
Low to Average: The Great Dane rarely barks.
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Low to Average: The Rhodesian Ridgeback rarely barks.
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Average: The Vizsla barks occasionally.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Great Dane or Rhodesian Ridgeback or Vizsla?
Very house-friendly dog the Great Dane breed.
It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Rhodesian Ridgeback indoors.
It is not recommended to keep the Vizsla breed in the home.

Great Dane vs Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Vizsla Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
Average: Great Dane dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Vizsla dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Great Dane or Rhodesian Ridgeback or Vizsla?
Great Dane 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.
Rhodesian Ridgeback 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.
Vizsla 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.

Great Dane vs Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Vizsla Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Great Dane or Rhodesian Ridgeback or Vizsla?

Above 400 PSI 🔼

Great Dane bite force: The Strongest.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Rhodesian Ridgeback bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

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

Low 🔽

The Great Dane has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Rhodesian Ridgeback has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Vizsla has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Great Dane vs Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Vizsla mouthiness comparison:
Great Dane dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Vizsla dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Great Dane vs Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Vizsla Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Great Dane vs Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Vizsla health comparison. Which is the healthier: Great Dane vs Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Vizsla?
Great Danes are commonly healthy dogs.
The Rhodesian Ridgeback is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The Vizsla 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: Great Dane vs Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Vizsla? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Great Dane vs Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Vizsla health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Patent Ductus Arteriosis
Cancer
Bloat
Mitral Valve Disease
Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis
Dilated Cardiomyopathy
Persistent Right Aortic Arch
Tricuspid Valve Dysplasia
Hip Dysplasia
Dermoid Sinus
Elbow Dysplasia
Hip Dysplasia
Cancer
Epilepsy
Sebaceous Adenitis
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Rare
The Great Dane should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Average
The Rhodesian Ridgeback should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Average
The Vizsla should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Life Expectancy
Great Dane vs Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Vizsla lifespan comparison. How long do Great Dane, Rhodesian Ridgeback and Vizsla breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
7-11 years
The average lifespan of Great Dane: 9 years
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Rhodesian Ridgeback: 11 years
10-14 years
The average lifespan of Vizsla: 12 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Great Dane vs Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Vizsla?
Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
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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 warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
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Great Dane vs Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Vizsla Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Great Dane vs Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Vizsla Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Great Dane or Rhodesian Ridgeback or Vizsla?
8 to 10 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals Recommended daily amount: 2 3/4 to 4 3/8 cups of a high-quality daily, divided into two meals. 2 to 3 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? Great Dane vs Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Vizsla weight gain potential comparison:
Low to Average: The Great Dane has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Rhodesian Ridgeback has an average risk for obesity.
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Low to Average: The Vizsla has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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Great Dane vs Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Vizsla Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Great Dane vs Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Vizsla coat comparison:
Dense Dense Fine
Dense
Hard
Coarse
Short
No Undercoat
Colors
What are the original Great Dane, Rhodesian Ridgeback and Vizsla color?
Black
Blue
White
Fawn
Brindle
Merle
Gray
Red
White
Golden
Wheaten
Copper
Golden
Rust
Russet Gold
Dark Sandy Gold
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Great Dane or Rhodesian Ridgeback or Vizsla? Great Dane vs Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Vizsla grooming comparison:
Effortless: The Great Dane requires minimal grooming.
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Effortless: The Rhodesian Ridgeback requires minimal grooming.
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Effortless: The Vizsla requires minimal grooming.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Great Dane or Rhodesian Ridgeback or Vizsla? Great Dane or Rhodesian Ridgeback or {name3 shedding:
Great Dane dogs shed moderately.
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Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs shed none to minimal.
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Vizsla dogs shed moderately.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Great Dane or Rhodesian Ridgeback or Vizsla?
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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6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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Hypoallergenic
Great Dane vs Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Vizsla 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, Great Dane vs Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Vizsla?

Medium

The Great Dane has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Rhodesian Ridgeback has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Vizsla has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?
The Great Dane drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed.
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The Rhodesian Ridgeback is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Vizsla is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Great Dane vs Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Vizsla Good With Comparison

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

Great Dane vs Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Vizsla 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: Great Dane or Rhodesian Ridgeback or Vizsla? Which is better for autism?

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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Yes

This breed makes a perfect 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: Great Dane vs Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Vizsla?

Not really

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

Rhodesian Ridgeback breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Yes

Vizsla 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?

Yes

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

Yes

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

Yes

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

Not really

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

Great Dane vs Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Vizsla Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length 60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency

Once a year.

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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 Great Dane and Rhodesian Ridgeback and Vizsla have?
10-15 puppies 6-8 puppies 6-8 puppies

Great Dane vs Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Vizsla Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1887 as a Working breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1955 as a Hound breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1960 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 Molossian type section. Recognized by FCI in the Scent hounds and related breeds group, in the Related breeds section. Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the Continental Pointing Dogs 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
Canadian Canine Registry
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
Rhodesian Ridgeback Club Of The US
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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