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Name	Jack Russell Terrier	German Spitz	American Bulldog
Origins	England	Germany	United States
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Common Names & Aliases Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Jack Russell Terrier, German Spitz, and American Bulldog breeds.	Jack Russell Terrier	Deutscher Spitz	AM Bulldog American Bulldogge American Bulldoggee Old Country Bulldog AmBulldog
Breed Classification How do breed classifications differ between Jack Russell Terrier, German Spitz, and American Bulldog? Compare their breeding categories.	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Jack Russell Terrier vs German Spitz vs American Bulldog Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Compare size differences between Jack Russell Terrier, German Spitz, and American Bulldog. Which breed is the largest?	Small	Small Medium	Large
Weight Statistics How do weights compare between Jack Russell Terrier, German Spitz, and American Bulldog? Compare adult weight ranges.	11-18 pounds (5-8 kg)	Male: 24-33 pounds (11-15 kg), Female: 18-27 pounds (8-12 kg)	Male: 70-120 pounds (32-54 kg), Female: 60-100 pounds (27-45 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	14.5 pounds (6.5 kg)	Male: 28.5 pounds (13 kg), Female: 22.5 pounds (10 kg)	Male: 95 pounds (43 kg), Female: 80 pounds (36 kg)
Height Which is taller, Jack Russell Terrier or German Spitz or American Bulldog? Jack Russell Terrier vs German Spitz vs American Bulldog height comparison:	8-15 inches (20-38 cm)	Male: 19-23 inches (48-58 cm), Female: 15-19 inches (38-48 cm)	Male: 22-28 inches (55-70 cm), Female: 20-26 inches (52-65 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	11.5 inches (29 cm)	Male: 21 inches (53 cm), Female: 17 inches (43 cm)	Male: 25 inches (62.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (58.5 cm)

Jack Russell Terrier vs German Spitz vs American Bulldog Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy costs for Jack Russell Terrier, German Spitz, and American Bulldog. Find price differences between these breeds.	$700-$1000	$800-$1000	$500-$600
Availability Which is easier to get, Jack Russell Terrier or German Spitz or American Bulldog?	Very frequent: The Jack Russell Terrier is quite easy to get.	Average: The German Spitz is a commonly available dog breed.	Average: The American Bulldog is a commonly available dog breed.

Jack Russell Terrier vs German Spitz vs American Bulldog Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Compare intelligence levels between Jack Russell Terrier, German Spitz, and American Bulldog. Which breed ranks highest?	Very smart: Jack Russell Terrier is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Very smart: German Spitz is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.
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Training Difficulty Compare training difficulty levels between Jack Russell Terrier, German Spitz, and American Bulldog. Which is easiest to train?	Jack Russell Terrier dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	German Spitz dogs are easy to train. See more.	American Bulldog dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Rating Compare watchdog abilities of Jack Russell Terrier, German Spitz, and American Bulldog. Which breed is most alert?	Jack Russell Terrier dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	German Spitz dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	American Bulldog dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Compare territorial instincts between Jack Russell Terrier, German Spitz, and American Bulldog. Which breed is most protective?	Jack Russell Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	German Spitz dogs are average defenders. See more.	American Bulldog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Jack Russell Terrier vs German Spitz vs American Bulldog Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits How do personalities differ between Jack Russell Terrier, German Spitz, and American Bulldog? Compare temperaments.	Stubborn Independent Energetic Alert Courageous Cheerful	Independent Devoted Lively Attentive Trainable	Loving Energetic Alert Courageous Affectionate Gentle Going Social
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Sensitive: German Spitz dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Jack Russell Terrier vs German Spitz vs American Bulldog?	High: Jack Russell Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average: German Spitz dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	High: American Bulldog dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Jack Russell Terrier vs German Spitz vs American Bulldog social needs comparison:	Jack Russell Terrier dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	German Spitz dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	American Bulldog dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	The wanderlust potential of the Jack Russell Terrier is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	German Spitz dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	American Bulldog dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Jack Russell Terrier dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	German Spitz dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	American Bulldog 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. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Jack Russell Terrier vs German Spitz vs American Bulldog Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Compare barking frequencies of Jack Russell Terrier, German Spitz, and American Bulldog. Which breed is most vocal?	A lot: Jack Russell Terrier is a particularly loud breed. See more.	Average to High: The German Spitz is a vocal breed. See more.	Low to Average: The American Bulldog rarely barks. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Playful Nature Compare playfulness levels between Jack Russell Terrier, German Spitz, and American Bulldog. Which breed is most playful?	The Jack Russell Terrier is a highly playful breed. See more.	The German Spitz is a playful breed. See more.	The American Bulldog is a playful breed. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Compare apartment suitability of Jack Russell Terrier, German Spitz, and American Bulldog. Which adapts best to small spaces?	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Jack Russell Terrier 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 Spitz indoors.	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 American Bulldog indoors.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Jack Russell Terrier vs German Spitz vs American Bulldog Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Compare adaptability between Jack Russell Terrier, German Spitz, and American Bulldog. Which breed is most flexible?	Jack Russell Terrier dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Average: German Spitz dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	American Bulldog dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Jack Russell Terrier or German Spitz or American Bulldog?	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.	American Bulldog 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.

Jack Russell Terrier vs German Spitz vs American Bulldog Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Compare biting potential between Jack Russell Terrier, German Spitz, and American Bulldog. Which has lowest bite risk?	Low 🔽 The Jack Russell Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The German Spitz has a low chance of biting somebody.	Moderate ⏺ The American Bulldog has an average chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Compare mouthing tendencies between Jack Russell Terrier, German Spitz, and American Bulldog. Which uses mouth most during play?	Jack Russell Terrier dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	German Spitz dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	American Bulldog dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.
Bite Strength Rating Compare bite forces between Jack Russell Terrier, German Spitz, and American Bulldog. Which has the strongest bite?	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Jack Russell Terrier bite force: Weak.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 German Spitz bite force: Weak.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ American Bulldog bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force

Jack Russell Terrier vs German Spitz vs American Bulldog Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Compare life expectancies of Jack Russell Terrier, German Spitz, and American Bulldog. Which breed lives longest?	12-16 years The average lifespan of Jack Russell Terrier: 14 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of German Spitz: 13 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of American Bulldog: 11 years
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Climate Tolerance Compare weather adaptability between Jack Russell Terrier, German Spitz, and American Bulldog. Which handles climate changes best?	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.
Health Concerns Compare health problems common in Jack Russell Terrier, German Spitz, and American Bulldog. Which has fewer health issues?	The Jack Russell Terrier is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	German Spitzs are commonly healthy dogs.	American Bulldogs tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
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Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Jack Russell Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Rare The German Spitz should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Frequent The American Bulldog should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Jack Russell Terrier vs German Spitz vs American Bulldog? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Jack Russell Terrier vs German Spitz vs American Bulldog health problems comparison:	Legg-perthes Disease Patellar Luxation Deafness Glaucoma Lens Luxation	Luxating Patella Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Dental Problems	Hip Dysplasia Allergies Cancer Entropion Cherry Eye Ectropion Elbow Dysplasia

Jack Russell Terrier vs German Spitz vs American Bulldog Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Compare energy levels between Jack Russell Terrier, German Spitz, and American Bulldog. Which breed is most active?	Jack Russell Terrier dogs are high-energy dogs.	German Spitz dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	American Bulldog dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Jack Russell Terrier vs German Spitz vs American Bulldog exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Jack Russell Terrier or German Spitz or American Bulldog? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Jack Russell Terrier dogs need a lot of exercises.	German Spitz dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	American Bulldog dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Jack Russell Terrier or German Spitz or American Bulldog?	Jack Russell Terrier dogs don't need too much sleep.	German Spitz dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	American Bulldog dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Jack Russell Terrier vs German Spitz vs American Bulldog Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Compare weight gain tendencies between Jack Russell Terrier, German Spitz, and American Bulldog. Which is most prone to obesity?	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Jack Russell Terrier's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Low to Average: The German Spitz has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Low to Average: The American Bulldog has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.
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Food Consumption Compare food requirements between Jack Russell Terrier, German Spitz, and American Bulldog. Which needs most food?	1/4 to 1 cup 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.	3 to 5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot

Jack Russell Terrier vs German Spitz vs American Bulldog Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Jack Russell Terrier, German Spitz, and American Bulldog. Which is best for allergy sufferers?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Coat Colors Compare color variations between Jack Russell Terrier, German Spitz, and American Bulldog. What colors are available?	Black Tan White	Black White Orange Tricolor	Black White Brown Fawn
Grooming Requirements Compare grooming needs between Jack Russell Terrier, German Spitz, and American Bulldog. Which requires most maintenance?	Easy to groom: The Jack Russell Terrier doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Advanced: The German Spitz requires a lot of grooming. See more.	Effortless: The American Bulldog requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Drooling Tendency Compare drooling tendencies between Jack Russell Terrier, German Spitz, and American Bulldog. Which drools least?	The Jack Russell Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The German Spitz is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The American Bulldog drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Compare odor levels between Jack Russell Terrier, German Spitz, and American Bulldog. Which has least natural smell?	Medium ⏺ The Jack Russell Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The German Spitz has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The American Bulldog has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics Compare coat types between Jack Russell Terrier, German Spitz, and American Bulldog. How do their fur characteristics differ?	Rough	Dense Straight	Fine
Bathing Needs Compare bathing needs between Jack Russell Terrier, German Spitz, and American Bulldog. Which requires most frequent baths?	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Jack Russell Terrier or German Spitz or American Bulldog? Jack Russell Terrier or German Spitz or {name3 shedding:	Jack Russell Terrier dogs are heavy shedders. See more.	German Spitz dogs shed above average. See more.	American Bulldog dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most

Jack Russell Terrier vs German Spitz vs American Bulldog Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Compare child-friendliness between Jack Russell Terrier, German Spitz, and American Bulldog. Which is best with kids?	Jack Russell Terrier dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.	German Spitz dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	American Bulldog dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Jack Russell Terrier dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.	German Spitz dogs are generally with other pets.	American Bulldog dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Jack Russell Terrier or German Spitz or American Bulldog? Which dog is more friendly?	Jack Russell Terrier dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	German Spitz dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	American Bulldog dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Jack Russell Terrier or German Spitz or American Bulldog?	Jack Russell Terrier dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	German Spitz dogs are average friendly towards cats.	American Bulldog dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Jack Russell Terrier or German Spitz or American Bulldog?	Jack Russell Terrier dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	German Spitz dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	American Bulldog dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Jack Russell Terrier vs German Spitz vs American Bulldog?	Yes Jack Russell Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes German Spitz dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes American Bulldog dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Jack Russell Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No German Spitz is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No American Bulldog is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Jack Russell Terriers are commonly okay with elderly people.	German Spitzs are usually recommended for elderly people.	American Bulldogs are usually recommended for elderly people.

Jack Russell Terrier vs German Spitz vs American Bulldog As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Compare service dog potential between Jack Russell Terrier, German Spitz, and American Bulldog. Which is best suited for service work?	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Work Suitability Compare therapy dog potential between Jack Russell Terrier, German Spitz, and American Bulldog. Which excels in therapy work?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
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Scent Detection Ability Compare detection capabilities between Jack Russell Terrier, German Spitz, and American Bulldog. Which has best nose work ability?	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 & Rescue Potential Compare search and rescue potential between Jack Russell Terrier, German Spitz, and American Bulldog. Which is best for SAR work?	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.
Maritime Work Ability Compare boating aptitude between Jack Russell Terrier, German Spitz, and American Bulldog. Which is best suited for water work?	Yes Jack Russell Terrier breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Not really German Spitz breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really American Bulldog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Compare cart pulling abilities between Jack Russell Terrier, German Spitz, and American Bulldog. Which is best for draft work?	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Yes A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Military Service Background Compare military service history of Jack Russell Terrier, German Spitz, and American Bulldog. Which has most military use?	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.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

Jack Russell Terrier vs German Spitz vs American Bulldog Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare typical litter sizes of Jack Russell Terrier, German Spitz, and American Bulldog. Which has most puppies?	4-8 puppies	2-4 puppies	7-14 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare gestation periods of Jack Russell Terrier, German Spitz, and American Bulldog. Any breeding differences?	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding intervals between Jack Russell Terrier, German Spitz, and American Bulldog. What's recommended?	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.

Jack Russell Terrier vs German Spitz vs American Bulldog Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC groups for Jack Russell Terrier, German Spitz, and American Bulldog. How are they classified?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2012 as a Terrier breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Classification Compare FCI groups for Jack Russell Terrier, German Spitz, and American Bulldog. How are they classified internationally?	Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Small sized Terriers section.	Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the European Spitz section.	Not recognized by FCI.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare breed recognition status of Jack Russell Terrier, German Spitz, and American Bulldog. Which has most recognition?	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club Irish Kennel Club Club Espanol De Terriers Jack Russell Terrier Club Of America	Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Continental Kennel Club Foundation Stock Service	American Canine Registry America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. North American Purebred Registry, Inc. Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club United Kennel Club Backwoods Bulldog Club Animal Research Foundation American Rare Breed Association American Bulldog Association National American Bulldog Association John D Johnson Bulldog Registry American Bulldog Club Of Canada All American Bulldog Club

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