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Kerry Blue Terrier vs Giant Schnauzer vs German Pinscher Comparison - Dog breed selector: Irish Blue Terrier or Riesenschnauzer or Glatthaariger Pinscher? Find the right dog for you

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Name Kerry Blue Terrier Giant Schnauzer German Pinscher
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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Kerry Blue Terrier, Giant Schnauzer, and German Pinscher breeds.
Irish Blue Terrier
Kerry
Riesenschnauzer Glatthaariger Pinscher
Standard Pinscher
Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between Kerry Blue Terrier, Giant Schnauzer, and German Pinscher? Compare their breeding categories.
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Kerry Blue Terrier vs Giant Schnauzer vs German Pinscher Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Compare size differences between Kerry Blue Terrier, Giant Schnauzer, and German Pinscher. Which breed is the largest?
Medium Giant Medium
Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between Kerry Blue Terrier, Giant Schnauzer, and German Pinscher? Compare adult weight ranges.
33-40 pounds (15-18 kg) Males 60-105 pounds (27-48 kg), Female: 55-75 pounds (25-34 kg) 25-35 pounds (11-16 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
36.5 pounds (16.5 kg) Males 82.5 pounds (37.5 kg), Female: 65 pounds (29.5 kg) 30 pounds (13.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Kerry Blue Terrier or Giant Schnauzer or German Pinscher? Kerry Blue Terrier vs Giant Schnauzer vs German Pinscher height comparison:
Male: 18.5-20 inches (46-51 cm), Female: 17.5-19 inches (44-48 cm) Male: 26-28 inches (66-71 cm), Female: 23-26 inches (58-66 cm) 16-19 inches (41-48 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 18.5-20 inches (48.5 cm), Female: 17.5-19 inches (46 cm) Male: 27 inches (68.5 cm), Female: 24.5 inches (62 cm) 17.5 inches (44.5 cm)

Kerry Blue Terrier vs Giant Schnauzer vs German Pinscher Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range
Compare puppy costs for Kerry Blue Terrier, Giant Schnauzer, and German Pinscher. Find price differences between these breeds.
$500-$600 $1000-$1500 $1400-$1600
Availability
Which is easier to get, Kerry Blue Terrier or Giant Schnauzer or German Pinscher?
Frequent: The Kerry Blue Terrier is easier than average to get.
Very frequent: The Giant Schnauzer is quite easy to get.
Frequent: The German Pinscher is easier than average to get.

Kerry Blue Terrier vs Giant Schnauzer vs German Pinscher Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between Kerry Blue Terrier, Giant Schnauzer, and German Pinscher. Which breed ranks highest?
Smart: The Kerry Blue Terrier dogs have great intelligence.
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Smart: The Giant Schnauzer dogs have great intelligence.
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Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between Kerry Blue Terrier, Giant Schnauzer, and German Pinscher. Which is easiest to train?
Kerry Blue Terrier dogs are easy to train.
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Giant Schnauzer dogs are easy to train.
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German Pinscher dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of Kerry Blue Terrier, Giant Schnauzer, and German Pinscher. Which breed is most alert?
Kerry Blue Terrier dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Giant Schnauzer dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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German Pinscher dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between Kerry Blue Terrier, Giant Schnauzer, and German Pinscher. Which breed is most protective?
Kerry Blue Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Giant Schnauzer dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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German Pinscher dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Kerry Blue Terrier vs Giant Schnauzer vs German Pinscher Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between Kerry Blue Terrier, Giant Schnauzer, and German Pinscher? Compare temperaments.
Alert
Intelligent
Affectionate
Loyal
Gentle
Strong
Willed
Spirited
Powerful
Intelligent
Dominant
Loyal
Kind
Strong
Willed
Loving
Courageous
Lively
Outright
Tempered
Spirited
Familiar
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
Kerry Blue Terrier 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: Kerry Blue Terrier vs Giant Schnauzer vs German Pinscher?
Average to High: Kerry Blue Terrier dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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Average: Giant Schnauzer dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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Average to High: German Pinscher dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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Social Needs
Kerry Blue Terrier vs Giant Schnauzer vs German Pinscher social needs comparison:
Kerry Blue Terrier dogs are a social breed.
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Giant Schnauzer dogs need for social interaction is average.
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German Pinscher dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Kerry Blue Terrier dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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The wanderlust potential of the Giant Schnauzer is strong enough to escape from home.
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The wanderlust potential of the German Pinscher 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?
Kerry Blue Terrier 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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Giant Schnauzer dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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German Pinscher dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Kerry Blue Terrier vs Giant Schnauzer vs German Pinscher Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of Kerry Blue Terrier, Giant Schnauzer, and German Pinscher. Which breed is most vocal?
Average to High: The Kerry Blue Terrier is a vocal breed.
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Average: The Giant Schnauzer barks occasionally.
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Average: The German Pinscher barks occasionally.
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between Kerry Blue Terrier, Giant Schnauzer, and German Pinscher. Which breed is most playful?
The Kerry Blue Terrier is a playful breed.
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The Giant Schnauzer is a highly playful breed.
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The German Pinscher is a playful breed.
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Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of Kerry Blue Terrier, Giant Schnauzer, and German Pinscher. Which adapts best to small spaces?
Very house-friendly dog the Kerry Blue Terrier breed.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Giant Schnauzer 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 Pinscher indoors.

Kerry Blue Terrier vs Giant Schnauzer vs German Pinscher Adaptability and Independence Comparison

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

Kerry Blue Terrier vs Giant Schnauzer vs German Pinscher Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between Kerry Blue Terrier, Giant Schnauzer, and German Pinscher. Which has lowest bite risk?

Low 🔽

The Kerry Blue Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Giant Schnauzer has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The German Pinscher has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between Kerry Blue Terrier, Giant Schnauzer, and German Pinscher. Which uses mouth most during play?
Kerry Blue Terrier dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Giant Schnauzer dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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German Pinscher dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Bite Strength Rating
Compare bite forces between Kerry Blue Terrier, Giant Schnauzer, and German Pinscher. Which has the strongest bite?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Kerry Blue Terrier bite force: Ordinary.

Above 400 PSI 🔼

Giant Schnauzer bite force: The Strongest.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

German Pinscher bite force: Ordinary.

Kerry Blue Terrier vs Giant Schnauzer vs German Pinscher Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of Kerry Blue Terrier, Giant Schnauzer, and German Pinscher. Which breed lives longest?
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Kerry Blue Terrier: 13 years
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Giant Schnauzer: 11 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of German Pinscher: 13 years
Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between Kerry Blue Terrier, Giant Schnauzer, and German Pinscher. Which handles climate changes best?
Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Kerry Blue Terrier can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Giant Schnauzer 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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Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in Kerry Blue Terrier, Giant Schnauzer, and German Pinscher. Which has fewer health issues?
The Kerry Blue Terrier is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Giant Schnauzers are commonly healthy dogs.
German Pinschers are commonly healthy dogs.
Vet Care Frequency
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Average
The Kerry Blue Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Rare
The Giant Schnauzer should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Rare
The German Pinscher should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Kerry Blue Terrier vs Giant Schnauzer vs German Pinscher? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Kerry Blue Terrier vs Giant Schnauzer vs German Pinscher health problems comparison:
No data available Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Cancer
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Bloat
Heart Problems
Elbow Dysplasia
Retinal Dysplasia
Glaucoma
Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca
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Kerry Blue Terrier vs Giant Schnauzer vs German Pinscher Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating
Compare energy levels between Kerry Blue Terrier, Giant Schnauzer, and German Pinscher. Which breed is most active?
Kerry Blue Terrier dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Giant Schnauzer dogs are high-energy dogs.
German Pinscher dogs are high-energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Kerry Blue Terrier vs Giant Schnauzer vs German Pinscher exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Kerry Blue Terrier or Giant Schnauzer or German Pinscher? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Kerry Blue Terrier dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Giant Schnauzer dogs need a lot of exercises.
German Pinscher dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Kerry Blue Terrier or Giant Schnauzer or German Pinscher?
Kerry Blue Terrier dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Giant Schnauzer dogs don't need too much sleep.
German Pinscher dogs don't need too much sleep.

Kerry Blue Terrier vs Giant Schnauzer vs German Pinscher Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between Kerry Blue Terrier, Giant Schnauzer, and German Pinscher. Which is most prone to obesity?
Average: The Kerry Blue Terrier has an average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Giant Schnauzer has an average risk for obesity.
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Average: The German Pinscher has an average risk for obesity.
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between Kerry Blue Terrier, Giant Schnauzer, and German Pinscher. Which needs most food?
1 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 8 to 10 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals 2 to 2.5 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.

Kerry Blue Terrier vs Giant Schnauzer vs German Pinscher Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Kerry Blue Terrier, Giant Schnauzer, and German Pinscher. Which is best for allergy sufferers?
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between Kerry Blue Terrier, Giant Schnauzer, and German Pinscher. What colors are available?
Black
Gray
Blue
Silver
Black
Pepper
Salt
Black
Tan
Red
Blue
Brown
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between Kerry Blue Terrier, Giant Schnauzer, and German Pinscher. Which requires most maintenance?
Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition.
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Average: The Giant Schnauzer requires average grooming effort.
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Effortless: The German Pinscher requires minimal grooming.
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Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between Kerry Blue Terrier, Giant Schnauzer, and German Pinscher. Which drools least?
The Kerry Blue Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Giant Schnauzer is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The German Pinscher is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between Kerry Blue Terrier, Giant Schnauzer, and German Pinscher. Which has least natural smell?

Low 🔽

The Kerry Blue Terrier has a low chance of bad smell.

Low 🔽

The Giant Schnauzer has a low chance of bad smell.

Low 🔽

The German Pinscher has a low chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between Kerry Blue Terrier, Giant Schnauzer, and German Pinscher. How do their fur characteristics differ?
Curly Wiry Dense
Shiny
Smooth
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between Kerry Blue Terrier, Giant Schnauzer, and German Pinscher. Which requires most frequent baths?
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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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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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Kerry Blue Terrier or Giant Schnauzer or German Pinscher? Kerry Blue Terrier or Giant Schnauzer or {name3 shedding:
Kerry Blue Terrier dogs shed none to minimal.
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Giant Schnauzer dogs shed none to minimal.
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German Pinscher dogs shed none to minimal.
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Kerry Blue Terrier vs Giant Schnauzer vs German Pinscher Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility
Compare child-friendliness between Kerry Blue Terrier, Giant Schnauzer, and German Pinscher. Which is best with kids?
Kerry Blue Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Giant Schnauzer dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.
German Pinscher dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Pet Compatibility
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Kerry Blue Terrier dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Giant Schnauzer dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
German Pinscher dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Kerry Blue Terrier or Giant Schnauzer or German Pinscher? Which dog is more friendly?
Kerry Blue Terrier dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Giant Schnauzer dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
German Pinscher dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Kerry Blue Terrier or Giant Schnauzer or German Pinscher?
Kerry Blue Terrier dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Giant Schnauzer dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
German Pinscher dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Kerry Blue Terrier or Giant Schnauzer or German Pinscher?
Kerry Blue Terrier dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Giant Schnauzer dogs are not dog-friendly.
German Pinscher dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Kerry Blue Terrier vs Giant Schnauzer vs German Pinscher?
Yes
Kerry Blue Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Giant Schnauzer dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
German Pinscher dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
Kerry Blue Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Giant Schnauzer is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
German Pinscher is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
Kerry Blue Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.
Giant Schnauzers are not the best breed for elderly people.
German Pinschers are usually recommended for elderly people.

Kerry Blue Terrier vs Giant Schnauzer vs German Pinscher As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between Kerry Blue Terrier, Giant Schnauzer, and German Pinscher. Which is best suited for service work?

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This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Therapy Work Suitability
Compare therapy dog potential between Kerry Blue Terrier, Giant Schnauzer, and German Pinscher. Which excels in therapy work?

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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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between Kerry Blue Terrier, Giant Schnauzer, and German Pinscher. 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 Kerry Blue Terrier, Giant Schnauzer, and German Pinscher. 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 Kerry Blue Terrier, Giant Schnauzer, and German Pinscher. Which is best suited for water work?

Not really

Kerry Blue Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

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

German Pinscher breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between Kerry Blue Terrier, Giant Schnauzer, and German Pinscher. Which is best for draft work?

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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Military Service Background
Compare military service history of Kerry Blue Terrier, Giant Schnauzer, and German Pinscher. Which has most military use?

Yes

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

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.

Kerry Blue Terrier vs Giant Schnauzer vs German Pinscher Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of Kerry Blue Terrier, Giant Schnauzer, and German Pinscher. Which has most puppies?
4-8 puppies 5-8 puppies 6-8 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of Kerry Blue Terrier, Giant Schnauzer, and German Pinscher. Any breeding differences?
60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between Kerry Blue Terrier, Giant Schnauzer, and German Pinscher. What's recommended?

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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Kerry Blue Terrier vs Giant Schnauzer vs German Pinscher Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for Kerry Blue Terrier, Giant Schnauzer, and German Pinscher. How are they classified?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1922 as a Terrier breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1930 as a Working breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2003 as a Working breed.
FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for Kerry Blue Terrier, Giant Schnauzer, and German Pinscher. How are they classified internationally?
Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Large and medium sized Terriers section. Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Pinscher and Schnauzer type section. Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Pinscher and Schnauzer type section.
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of Kerry Blue Terrier, Giant Schnauzer, and German Pinscher. Which has most recognition?
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
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

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