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Hungarian Greyhound vs German Shepherd vs Australian Cattle Dog Comparison - Dog breed selector: Hungarian Agar or Alsatian wolf dog or Blue Heeler? Find the right dog for you

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Name Hungarian Greyhound German Shepherd Australian Cattle Dog
OriginsHungary flagHungary Germany flagGermany Australia flagAustralia
Group Hunting Dogs Pastoral / Herding Dogs Pastoral / Herding Dogs
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Hungarian Agar
Hungarian Gazehound
Hungarian Sighthound
Magyar Agar
Hungarian Greyhound
Alsatian wolf dog
Berger Allemand
Deutscher Schäferhund
Schäferhund
Alsatian
Blue Heeler
Cattle Dog
Red Heeler
Queensland Heeler
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Hungarian Greyhound vs German Shepherd vs Australian Cattle Dog breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Hungarian Greyhound vs German Shepherd vs Australian Cattle Dog Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Hungarian Greyhound or German Shepherd or Australian Cattle Dog? Which is the smallest dog, Hungarian Greyhound or German Shepherd or Australian Cattle Dog?
Large Large Medium
Weight
Which is heavier, Hungarian Greyhound or German Shepherd or German Shepherd? Hungarian Greyhound vs German Shepherd vs Australian Cattle Dog weight comparison:
Male: 55-66 pounds (25–30 kg), Female: 52-64 pounds (23.5-29 kg) Male: 66-88 pounds (30-40 kg), Female: 49-71 pounds (22-32 kg) 30-62 pounds (13-28 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 60.5 pounds (27.5 kg), Female: 58 pounds (26 kg) Male: 77 pounds (35 kg), Female: 60 pounds (27 kg) 46 pounds (20.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Hungarian Greyhound or German Shepherd or Australian Cattle Dog? Hungarian Greyhound vs German Shepherd vs Australian Cattle Dog height comparison:
Male: 25-27 inches (63-69 cm), Female: 24-26 inches (61-66 cm) Male: 24-26 inches (60-65 cm), Female: 22-24 inches (55-60 cm) Male: 17-20 inches (43-51 cm), Female: 17-19 inches (43-48 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 26 inches (66 cm), Female: 25 inches (63.5 cm) Male: 25 inches (62.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (57.5 cm) Male: 18.5 inches (47 cm), Female: 18 inches (45.5 cm)

Hungarian Greyhound vs German Shepherd vs Australian Cattle Dog Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Hungarian Greyhound or German Shepherd or Australian Cattle Dog? Which is more expensive?
$400-$800 $800-$2000 $500-$700
Availability
Which is easier to get, Hungarian Greyhound or German Shepherd or Australian Cattle Dog?
Average: The Hungarian Greyhound is a commonly available dog breed.
Very frequent: The German Shepherd is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Australian Cattle Dog is quite easy to get.

Hungarian Greyhound vs German Shepherd vs Australian Cattle Dog Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Hungarian Greyhound vs German Shepherd vs Australian Cattle Dog intelligence:
Smart: The Hungarian Greyhound dogs have great intelligence.
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Outstanding: German Shepherd is one of the brightest dog breeds.
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Outstanding: Australian Cattle Dog is one of the brightest dog breeds.
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Trainability
Hungarian Greyhound vs German Shepherd vs Australian Cattle Dog trainability comparison.
Hungarian Greyhound dogs are easy to train.
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German Shepherd dogs are easy to train.
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Australian Cattle Dog dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Hungarian Greyhound or German Shepherd or Australian Cattle Dog?
Hungarian Greyhound dogs are good watchdogs.
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German Shepherd dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Australian Cattle Dog dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Hungarian Greyhound or German Shepherd or Australian Cattle Dog? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Hungarian Greyhound dogs strongly protect their territory.
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German Shepherd dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Australian Cattle Dog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Hungarian Greyhound vs German Shepherd vs Australian Cattle Dog Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Hungarian Greyhound or German Shepherd or Australian Cattle Dog? Hungarian Greyhound vs German Shepherd vs Australian Cattle Dog behavior/temperament comparison:
Energetic
Intelligent
Docile
Loyal
Lively
Gentle
Tireless
Curious
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Confident
Obedient
Loyal
Watchful
Energetic
Protective
Alert
Intelligent
Responsive
Loyal
Aggressive
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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Sensitive: German Shepherd 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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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Hungarian Greyhound vs German Shepherd vs Australian Cattle Dog?
High: Hungarian Greyhound dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: German Shepherd dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Average: Australian Cattle Dog dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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Social Needs
Hungarian Greyhound vs German Shepherd vs Australian Cattle Dog social needs comparison:
Hungarian Greyhound dogs are kinda antisocial.
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German Shepherd dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Australian Cattle Dog dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Hungarian Greyhound dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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German Shepherd dogs are not the biggest explorers.
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The wanderlust potential of the Australian Cattle Dog 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?
Hungarian Greyhound dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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German Shepherd dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Australian Cattle Dog dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Hungarian Greyhound vs German Shepherd vs Australian Cattle Dog Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Hungarian Greyhound vs German Shepherd vs Australian Cattle Dog playfulness comparison:
Average: Hungarian Greyhounds, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Average: German Shepherds, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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The Australian Cattle Dog is a highly playful breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Hungarian Greyhound vs German Shepherd vs Australian Cattle Dog?
Low: The Hungarian Greyhound barks none to minimal.
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Low to Average: The German Shepherd rarely barks.
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Low to Average: The Australian Cattle Dog rarely barks.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Hungarian Greyhound or German Shepherd or Australian Cattle Dog?
Very house-friendly dog the Hungarian Greyhound 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 German Shepherd indoors.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Australian Cattle Dog breed.

Hungarian Greyhound vs German Shepherd vs Australian Cattle Dog Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
Hungarian Greyhound dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
German Shepherd dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Average: Australian Cattle Dog dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Hungarian Greyhound or German Shepherd or Australian Cattle Dog?
Hungarian Greyhound dogs handle alone time quite well.
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.

Hungarian Greyhound vs German Shepherd vs Australian Cattle Dog Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Hungarian Greyhound or German Shepherd or Australian Cattle Dog?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Hungarian Greyhound bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

German Shepherd bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

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

Low 🔽

The Hungarian Greyhound has a low chance of biting somebody.

High 🔼

The German Shepherd has a high chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Australian Cattle Dog has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Hungarian Greyhound vs German Shepherd vs Australian Cattle Dog mouthiness comparison:
Hungarian Greyhound dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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German Shepherd dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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Australian Cattle Dog dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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Hungarian Greyhound vs German Shepherd vs Australian Cattle Dog Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Hungarian Greyhound vs German Shepherd vs Australian Cattle Dog health comparison. Which is the healthier: Hungarian Greyhound vs German Shepherd vs Australian Cattle Dog?
Very healthy dog breed.
German Shepherds are commonly healthy dogs.
The Australian Cattle Dog 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: Hungarian Greyhound vs German Shepherd vs Australian Cattle Dog? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Hungarian Greyhound vs German Shepherd vs Australian Cattle Dog health problems comparison:
No data available Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Cancer
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Von Willebrand's Disease
Bloat
Epilepsy
Blindness
Cherry Eye
Elbow Dysplasia
Diabetes
Heart Disease
Retinal Dysplasia
Demodectic Mange
Degenerative Myelopathy
Wobbler's Syndrome
Panosteitis
Hemophilia B
Megaesophagus
Cushing's Syndrome
Lens Luxation
Exocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency
Chronic Diarrhea
Cruciate Ligament Rupture
Digestive Problems
Hemophilia A
Hypertrophic Osteodystrophy
Lupus
Myasthenia Gravis
Nail Bed Disease
Osteochondrosis
Pannus
Paralysis
Perianal Fistula
Seborrhea
Vitiligo
Hip Dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Deafness
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Rare
The Hungarian Greyhound should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Rare
The German Shepherd should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Average
The Australian Cattle Dog should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Life Expectancy
Hungarian Greyhound vs German Shepherd vs Australian Cattle Dog lifespan comparison. How long do Hungarian Greyhound, German Shepherd and Australian Cattle Dog breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Hungarian Greyhound: 13 years
9-13 years
The average lifespan of German Shepherd: 11 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Australian Cattle Dog: 13 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Hungarian Greyhound vs German Shepherd vs Australian Cattle Dog?
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 cold weather conditions
The Australian Cattle Dog can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Hungarian Greyhound vs German Shepherd vs Australian Cattle Dog Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Hungarian Greyhound or German Shepherd or Australian Cattle Dog? Hungarian Greyhound vs German Shepherd vs Australian Cattle Dog energy level comparison:
Hungarian Greyhound dogs are high-energy dogs.
German Shepherd dogs are high-energy dogs.
Australian Cattle Dog dogs are high-energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Hungarian Greyhound vs German Shepherd vs Australian Cattle Dog exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Hungarian Greyhound or German Shepherd or Australian Cattle Dog? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Hungarian Greyhound dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
German Shepherd dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Australian Cattle Dog dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Hungarian Greyhound or German Shepherd or Australian Cattle Dog?
Hungarian Greyhound dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
German Shepherd dogs don't need too much sleep.
Australian Cattle Dog dogs don't need too much sleep.

Hungarian Greyhound vs German Shepherd vs Australian Cattle Dog Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Hungarian Greyhound or German Shepherd or Australian Cattle Dog?
2.5 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 3 to 4 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 1.5 to 2.5 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? Hungarian Greyhound vs German Shepherd vs Australian Cattle Dog weight gain potential comparison:
Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Hungarian Greyhound's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Low to Average: The German Shepherd has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Australian Cattle Dog's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Hungarian Greyhound vs German Shepherd vs Australian Cattle Dog Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Hungarian Greyhound vs German Shepherd vs Australian Cattle Dog coat comparison:
Dense
Rough
Thick
Fuzzy Dense
Colors
What are the original Hungarian Greyhound, German Shepherd and Australian Cattle Dog color?
Cream
White
Brindle
Spotted
Speckled
Merle
White & Brown
Black & White
Black
Tan
Red
Silver
Red
Blue
Speckled
Mottled
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Hungarian Greyhound or German Shepherd or Australian Cattle Dog? Hungarian Greyhound vs German Shepherd vs Australian Cattle Dog grooming comparison:
Effortless: The Hungarian Greyhound requires minimal grooming.
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Average: The German Shepherd requires average grooming effort.
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Effortless: The Australian Cattle Dog requires minimal grooming.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Hungarian Greyhound or German Shepherd or Australian Cattle Dog? Hungarian Greyhound or German Shepherd or {name3 shedding:
Hungarian Greyhound dogs are low shedders.
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German Shepherd dogs are heavy shedders.
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Australian Cattle Dog dogs shed moderately.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Hungarian Greyhound or German Shepherd or Australian Cattle Dog?
6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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8-12 weeks
Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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Hypoallergenic
Hungarian Greyhound vs German Shepherd vs Australian Cattle Dog 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, Hungarian Greyhound vs German Shepherd vs Australian Cattle Dog?

Medium

The Hungarian Greyhound has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The German Shepherd has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Australian Cattle Dog has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?
The Hungarian Greyhound is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency.
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The German Shepherd is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Australian Cattle Dog is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Hungarian Greyhound vs German Shepherd vs Australian Cattle Dog Good With Comparison

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

Hungarian Greyhound vs German Shepherd vs Australian Cattle Dog 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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Yes

This breed makes good as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Therapy Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: Hungarian Greyhound or German Shepherd or Australian Cattle Dog? 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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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.

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: Hungarian Greyhound vs German Shepherd vs Australian Cattle Dog?

Not really

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

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

Australian Cattle Dog 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.

Yes

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

Not really

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

Hungarian Greyhound vs German Shepherd vs Australian Cattle Dog 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 Hungarian Greyhound and German Shepherd and Australian Cattle Dog have?
6-8 puppies 6-10 puppies 1-7 puppies, average 5

Hungarian Greyhound vs German Shepherd vs Australian Cattle Dog Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1908 as a Herding breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1980 as a Herding breed.
FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI?
Not recognized by FCI. Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section. Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) section.
Breed Recognition
What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?
Federation Cynologique Internationale
United Kennel Club
American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
German Shepherd Dog Club Of America
American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club

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