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Japanese Spitz vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Beagle Comparison - Dog breed selector: Nihon Supittsu or Staff or English Beagle? Find the right dog for you

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Name Japanese Spitz Staffordshire Bull Terrier Beagle
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Nihon Supittsu Staff
Stafford
Staffy Bull
Staffy
English Beagle
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Japanese Spitz vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Beagle breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Japanese Spitz vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Beagle Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Japanese Spitz or Staffordshire Bull Terrier or Beagle? Which is the smallest dog, Japanese Spitz or Staffordshire Bull Terrier or Beagle?
Small Medium Small
Weight
Which is heavier, Japanese Spitz or Staffordshire Bull Terrier or Staffordshire Bull Terrier? Japanese Spitz vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Beagle weight comparison:
11-20 pounds (5-10 kg) Males 25-38 pounds (11-17 kg), Female: 23-35 pounds (10-16 kg) Male: 22-25 pounds (10-11 kg), Female: 20-23 pounds (9-10 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
15.5 pounds (7.5 kg) Males 31.5 pounds (14 kg), Female: 29 pounds (13 kg) Male: 23.5 pounds (10.5 kg), Female: 21.5 pounds (9.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Japanese Spitz or Staffordshire Bull Terrier or Beagle? Japanese Spitz vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Beagle height comparison:
12-15 inches (30-38 cm) Male: 14-16 inches (36-41 cm), Female: 13-15 inches (33-38 cm) Male: 14-16 inches (36-41 cm), Female: 13-15 inches (33-38 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
13.5 inches (34 cm) Male: 15 inches (38.5 cm), Female: 14 inches (35.5 cm) Male: 15 inches (38.5 cm), Female: 14 inches (35.5 cm)

Japanese Spitz vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Beagle Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Japanese Spitz or Staffordshire Bull Terrier or Beagle? Which is more expensive?
$500-$800 $1500-$2000 $500-$800
Availability
Which is easier to get, Japanese Spitz or Staffordshire Bull Terrier or Beagle?
Average: The Japanese Spitz is a commonly available dog breed.
Very frequent: The Staffordshire Bull Terrier is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Beagle is quite easy to get.

Japanese Spitz vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Beagle Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Japanese Spitz vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Beagle intelligence:
Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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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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Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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Trainability
Japanese Spitz vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Beagle trainability comparison.
Japanese Spitz dogs are quite easy to train.
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Staffordshire Bull Terrier dogs are quite easy to train.
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Beagle dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Japanese Spitz or Staffordshire Bull Terrier or Beagle?
Japanese Spitz dogs are average watchdogs.
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Staffordshire Bull Terrier dogs are average watchdogs.
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Beagle dogs are not the best choice if you want a good watchdog.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Japanese Spitz or Staffordshire Bull Terrier or Beagle? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Japanese Spitz dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Staffordshire Bull Terrier dogs are average defenders.
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Beagle dogs can't provide protection for their territory.
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Japanese Spitz vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Beagle Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Japanese Spitz or Staffordshire Bull Terrier or Beagle? Japanese Spitz vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Beagle behavior/temperament comparison:
Playful
Intelligent
Affectionate
Loyal
Proud
Companionable
Courageous
Intelligent
Affectionate
Reliable
Bold
Fearless
Loving
Independent
Intelligent
Friendly
Lively
Gentle
Sweet
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
Japanese Spitz dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Japanese Spitz vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Beagle?
High: Japanese Spitz dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Staffordshire Bull Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Beagle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Japanese Spitz vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Beagle social needs comparison:
Japanese Spitz dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Staffordshire Bull Terrier dogs are a social breed.
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Beagle dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Japanese Spitz dogs tend to escape less than other breeds.
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The wanderlust potential of the Staffordshire Bull Terrier is strong enough to escape from home.
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Beagle 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?
Japanese Spitz dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals.
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Staffordshire Bull Terrier dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals.
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Beagle dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Japanese Spitz vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Beagle Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Japanese Spitz vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Beagle playfulness comparison:
The Japanese Spitz is a highly playful breed.
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Average: Staffordshire Bull Terriers, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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The Beagle is a highly playful breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Japanese Spitz vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Beagle?
A lot: Japanese Spitz is a particularly loud breed.
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Low: The Staffordshire Bull Terrier barks none to minimal.
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A lot: Beagle is a particularly loud breed.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Japanese Spitz or Staffordshire Bull Terrier or Beagle?
Very house-friendly dog the Japanese Spitz 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 Staffordshire Bull Terrier indoors.
It is not recommended to keep the Beagle breed in the home.

Japanese Spitz vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Beagle Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
Japanese Spitz dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Average: Staffordshire Bull Terrier dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Beagle dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Japanese Spitz or Staffordshire Bull Terrier or Beagle?
Japanese Spitz dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
Staffordshire Bull Terrier 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.
Beagle dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Japanese Spitz vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Beagle Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Japanese Spitz or Staffordshire Bull Terrier or Beagle?

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Japanese Spitz bite force: Weak.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Staffordshire Bull Terrier bite force: Ordinary.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

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

Low 🔽

The Japanese Spitz has a low chance of biting somebody.

Moderate

The Staffordshire Bull Terrier has an average chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Beagle has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Japanese Spitz vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Beagle mouthiness comparison:
Japanese Spitz dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Staffordshire Bull Terrier dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Beagle dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Japanese Spitz vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Beagle Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Japanese Spitz vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Beagle health comparison. Which is the healthier: Japanese Spitz vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Beagle?
The Japanese Spitz is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The Staffordshire Bull Terrier is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The Beagle 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: Japanese Spitz vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Beagle? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Japanese Spitz vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Beagle health problems comparison:
Patellar Luxation
Runny Eyes
Cataracts
Distichiasis
Mastocytoma
Persistent Hyperplastic Primary Vitreous
Hip Dysplasia
Patellar Luxation
Hypothyroidism
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Epilepsy
Intervertebral Disk Disease
Cherry Eye
Distichiasis
Glaucoma
Beagle Dwarfism
Chinese Beagle Syndrome
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Average
The Japanese Spitz should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Average
The Staffordshire Bull Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Average
The Beagle should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Life Expectancy
Japanese Spitz vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Beagle lifespan comparison. How long do Japanese Spitz, Staffordshire Bull Terrier and Beagle breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
10-16 years
The average lifespan of Japanese Spitz: 13 years
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Staffordshire Bull Terrier: 13 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Beagle: 13 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Japanese Spitz vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Beagle?
Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Japanese Spitz can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even 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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Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
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Japanese Spitz vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Beagle Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Japanese Spitz vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Beagle Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Japanese Spitz or Staffordshire Bull Terrier or Beagle?
1/2 to 1 cup dry food a day. 1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 0.5 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? Japanese Spitz vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Beagle weight gain potential comparison:
Low to Average: The Japanese Spitz has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Staffordshire Bull Terrier's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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High: The Beagle breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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Japanese Spitz vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Beagle Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Japanese Spitz vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Beagle coat comparison:
Thick Smooth Dense
Colors
What are the original Japanese Spitz, Staffordshire Bull Terrier and Beagle color?
White Black
Red
Blue
White
Fawn
Brindle
Black
Tan
Red
White
Tricolor
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Japanese Spitz or Staffordshire Bull Terrier or Beagle? Japanese Spitz vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Beagle grooming comparison:
Advanced: The Japanese Spitz requires a lot of grooming.
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Effortless: The Staffordshire Bull Terrier requires minimal grooming.
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Effortless: The Beagle requires minimal grooming.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Japanese Spitz or Staffordshire Bull Terrier or Beagle? Japanese Spitz or Staffordshire Bull Terrier or {name3 shedding:
Japanese Spitz dogs shed moderately.
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Staffordshire Bull Terrier dogs shed none to minimal.
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Beagle dogs shed moderately.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Japanese Spitz or Staffordshire Bull Terrier or Beagle?
6-8 weeks
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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4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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Hypoallergenic
Japanese Spitz vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Beagle 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, Japanese Spitz vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Beagle?

Medium

The Japanese Spitz has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Staffordshire Bull Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.

High 🔼

The Beagle has a high chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?
The Japanese Spitz is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Staffordshire Bull Terrier is an average drooler.
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The Beagle is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Japanese Spitz vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Beagle Good With Comparison

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

Japanese Spitz vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Beagle 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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Yes

This breed makes good as a service dog.
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Therapy Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: Japanese Spitz or Staffordshire Bull Terrier or Beagle? Which is better for autism?

Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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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.

Yes

After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.
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.

Yes

This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog
Which one could be a boat dog: Japanese Spitz vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Beagle?

Not really

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

Staffordshire Bull Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Yes

Beagle 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?

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.

Japanese Spitz vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Beagle 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 Japanese Spitz and Staffordshire Bull Terrier and Beagle have?
1-6 puppies 5-7 puppies 2-14 puppies, average 7

Japanese Spitz vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Beagle 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 1974 as a Terrier breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Hound breed.
FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI?
Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Asian Spitz and related breeds section. Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Bull type Terriers section. Recognized by FCI in the Scent hounds and related breeds group, in the Scent hounds section.
Breed Recognition
What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?
American Canine Registry
America's Pet Registry
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
American Canine Association, Inc.
Continental Kennel Club
National 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
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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