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Great Pyrenees vs Mudi vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Comparison - Dog breed selector: Chien De Montagne Des Pyrénées or Canis Ovilis Fenyesi or Cavalier? Find the right dog for you

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Name Great Pyrenees Mudi Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Chien De Montagne Des Pyrénées
Chien Des Pyrénées
Gos De Muntanya Dels Pirineus
Montañés Del Pirineo
Patou
Great Pyrenees
Canis Ovilis Fenyesi
Hungarian Mudi
Cavalier
Cavie
Cav
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Great Pyrenees vs Mudi vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Great Pyrenees vs Mudi vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Great Pyrenees or Mudi or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel? Which is the smallest dog, Great Pyrenees or Mudi or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel?
Giant Medium Small
Weight
Which is heavier, Great Pyrenees or Mudi or Mudi? Great Pyrenees vs Mudi vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel weight comparison:
Male: from 100 pounds (45 kg), Female: from 85 pounds (38 kg) 18-29 pounds (8-13 kg) 10-18 pounds (5-8 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: from 100 pounds (45 kg), Female: from 85 pounds (38 kg) 23.5 pounds (10.5 kg) 14 pounds (6.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Great Pyrenees or Mudi or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel? Great Pyrenees vs Mudi vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel height comparison:
Male: 27-32 inches (69-81 cm), Female: 25-29 inches (63-74 cm) 15-19 inches (38-48 cm) 12-13 inches (30-33 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 29.5 inches (75 cm), Female: 27 inches (68.5 cm) 17 inches (43 cm) 12.5 inches (31.5 cm)

Great Pyrenees vs Mudi vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Great Pyrenees or Mudi or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel? Which is more expensive?
$500-$600 $800-$1000 $1200-$1500
Availability
Which is easier to get, Great Pyrenees or Mudi or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel?
Very frequent: The Great Pyrenees 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.
Very frequent: The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel is quite easy to get.

Great Pyrenees vs Mudi vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Great Pyrenees vs Mudi vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel intelligence:
Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Smart: The Mudi 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
Great Pyrenees vs Mudi vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel trainability comparison.
Great Pyrenees dogs are easy to train.
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Mudi dogs are easy to train.
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Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are quite easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Great Pyrenees or Mudi or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel?
Great Pyrenees dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Mudi dogs are average watchdogs.
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Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are not the best watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Great Pyrenees or Mudi or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Great Pyrenees dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Mudi dogs are average defenders.
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Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are not the best to protect their territory.
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Great Pyrenees vs Mudi vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Great Pyrenees or Mudi or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel? Great Pyrenees vs Mudi vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel behavior/temperament comparison:
Confident
Affectionate
Patient
Gentle
Strong
Willed
Fearless
Loving
Energetic
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Lively
Gentle
Watchful
Companionable
Adaptable
Guarding
Keen to Work
Active
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Gentle
Social
Fearless
Cheerful
Quiet
Nonaggressive
Polite
Graceful
Sporty
No tendency towards nervousness
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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Mudi dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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Sensitive: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel 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 Pyrenees vs Mudi vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel?
Average: Great Pyrenees dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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High: Mudi dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Great Pyrenees vs Mudi vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel social needs comparison:
Great Pyrenees dogs are a social breed.
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Mudi dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Great Pyrenees dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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Mudi dogs are not the biggest explorers.
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Cavalier King Charles Spaniel 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?
Great Pyrenees dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Their prey drive is low.
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Cavalier King Charles Spaniel 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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Great Pyrenees vs Mudi vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Great Pyrenees vs Mudi vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel playfulness comparison:
Great Pyreneess are not the most playful dog breed.
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Average: Mudis, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Average: Cavalier King Charles Spaniels, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Great Pyrenees vs Mudi vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel?
Average to High: The Great Pyrenees is a vocal breed.
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Average: The Mudi barks occasionally.
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Average: The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel barks occasionally.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Great Pyrenees or Mudi or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel?
It is not recommended to keep the Great Pyrenees breed in the home.
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 Mudi indoors.
Very house-friendly dog the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel breed.

Great Pyrenees vs Mudi vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
Great Pyrenees dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Mudi dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Great Pyrenees or Mudi or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel?
Great Pyrenees dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Great Pyrenees vs Mudi vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Great Pyrenees or Mudi or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel?

Above 400 PSI 🔼

Great Pyrenees bite force: The Strongest.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Mudi bite force: Ordinary.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel bite force: Weak.
Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:

Low 🔽

The Great Pyrenees has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Mudi has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Great Pyrenees vs Mudi vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel mouthiness comparison:
Great Pyrenees dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Mudi dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Great Pyrenees vs Mudi vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Great Pyrenees vs Mudi vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel health comparison. Which is the healthier: Great Pyrenees vs Mudi vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel?
Great Pyreneess are commonly healthy dogs.
Mudis are commonly healthy dogs.
Cavalier King Charles Spaniels tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Great Pyrenees vs Mudi vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Great Pyrenees vs Mudi vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel health problems comparison:
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Patellar Luxation
Bloat
Entropion
Drug Sensitivity
Elbow Dysplasia
Addison's Disease
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Patellar Luxation
Epilepsy
Elbow Dysplasia
Hip Dysplasia
Patellar Luxation
Mitral Valve Disease
Dry Eye
Episodic Falling Syndrome
Syringomyelia
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Rare
The Great Pyrenees should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Rare
The Mudi should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Frequent
The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Life Expectancy
Great Pyrenees vs Mudi vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel lifespan comparison. How long do Great Pyrenees, Mudi and Cavalier King Charles Spaniel breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Great Pyrenees: 11 years
13-15 years
The average lifespan of Mudi: 14 years
10-14 years
The average lifespan of Cavalier King Charles Spaniel: 12 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Great Pyrenees vs Mudi vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel?
Prefers cold weather
The Great Pyrenees can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also 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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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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Great Pyrenees vs Mudi vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Great Pyrenees or Mudi or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel? Great Pyrenees vs Mudi vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel energy level comparison:
Great Pyrenees dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Mudi dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Great Pyrenees vs Mudi vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Great Pyrenees or Mudi or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Great Pyrenees dogs have an average exercise need.
Mudi dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Great Pyrenees or Mudi or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel?
Great Pyrenees dogs don't need too much sleep.
Mudi dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.

Great Pyrenees vs Mudi vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Great Pyrenees or Mudi or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel?
8 to 10 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals 1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Great Pyrenees vs Mudi vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel weight gain potential comparison:
Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Great Pyrenees's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Average: The Mudi has an average risk for obesity.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Great Pyrenees vs Mudi vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Great Pyrenees vs Mudi vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel coat comparison:
Dense
Double
Dense
Curly
Wavy
Shiny
Short
Feathered
Colors
What are the original Great Pyrenees, Mudi and Cavalier King Charles Spaniel color?
White Black
Gray
White
Brown
Fawn
Blue-Grey
Black Merle
Ash coloured (blue grey)
Tan
Tricolor
Blenheim
Ruby
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Great Pyrenees or Mudi or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel? Great Pyrenees vs Mudi vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel grooming comparison:
Average: The Great Pyrenees requires average grooming effort.
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Average: The Mudi requires average grooming effort.
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Average: The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel requires average grooming effort.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Great Pyrenees or Mudi or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel? Great Pyrenees or Mudi or {name3 shedding:
Great Pyrenees dogs shed above average.
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Mudi dogs shed moderately.
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Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs shed above average.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Great Pyrenees or Mudi or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel?
3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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Hypoallergenic
Great Pyrenees vs Mudi vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel 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 Pyrenees vs Mudi vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel?

Medium

The Great Pyrenees has an average chance of bad smell.

Low 🔽

The Mudi has a low chance of bad smell.

High 🔼

The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel has a high chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?
The Great Pyrenees is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency.
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The Mudi is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Great Pyrenees vs Mudi vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Great Pyrenees dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Mudi dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Great Pyrenees or Mudi or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel? Which dog is more friendly?
Great Pyrenees dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Mudi dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Great Pyrenees or Mudi or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel?
Great Pyrenees dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Mudi dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Great Pyrenees or Mudi or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel?
Great Pyrenees dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Mudi dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Great Pyrenees or Mudi or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel?
Great Pyrenees dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Mudi dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Great Pyrenees vs Mudi vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel?
Yes
Great Pyrenees dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Mudi dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
Great Pyrenees is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Yes
Mudi is one of the best dog breeds for office environment
No
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
Great Pyreneess are usually recommended for elderly people.
Mudis are usually recommended for elderly people.
Cavalier King Charles Spaniels are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Great Pyrenees vs Mudi vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel 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 Pyrenees or Mudi or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel? Which is better for autism?

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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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.

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.
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.

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.
Boat and Sailor Dog
Which one could be a boat dog: Great Pyrenees vs Mudi vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel?

Not really

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

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

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel 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?

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

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.

Great Pyrenees vs Mudi vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel 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 Great Pyrenees and Mudi and Cavalier King Charles Spaniel have?
6-9 puppies 5-8 puppies 3-5 puppies

Great Pyrenees vs Mudi vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1933 as a Working breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club as a Miscellaneous breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1995 as a Toy 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 Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section. Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the English Toy Spaniels 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
No data available 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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