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Kishu Ken vs Appenzeller Sennenhund vs Australian Kelpie Comparison - Dog breed selector: Kishu Inu or Appenzell Cattle Dog or Australischer Kelpie? Find the right dog for you

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Name Kishu Ken Appenzeller Sennenhund Australian Kelpie
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Kishu Inu
Kishu
Appenzell Cattle Dog
Appenzeller Mountain Dog
Entlebucher Mountain Dog
Entlebucher Sennenhund
Appenzeller
Australischer Kelpie
Barb
Kelpie
Australian Sheepdog
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Kishu Ken vs Appenzeller Sennenhund vs Australian Kelpie breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Kishu Ken vs Appenzeller Sennenhund vs Australian Kelpie Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Kishu Ken or Appenzeller Sennenhund or Australian Kelpie? Which is the smallest dog, Kishu Ken or Appenzeller Sennenhund or Australian Kelpie?
Medium Medium Medium
Weight
Which is heavier, Kishu Ken or Appenzeller Sennenhund or Appenzeller Sennenhund? Kishu Ken vs Appenzeller Sennenhund vs Australian Kelpie weight comparison:
30-60 pounds (13-27 kg) 49-71 pounds (22-32 kg) 25-45 pounds (11-20 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
45 pounds (20 kg) 60 pounds (27 kg) 35 pounds (15.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Kishu Ken or Appenzeller Sennenhund or Australian Kelpie? Kishu Ken vs Appenzeller Sennenhund vs Australian Kelpie height comparison:
17-22 inches (43-56 cm) Male: 22-23 inches (56-58.5 cm), Female: 18.5-20 inches (47-50 cm) 17-20 inches (43-51 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
19.5 inches (49.5 cm) Male: 22.5 inches (56-58.5 cm), Female: 18.12.5 inches (48.5 cm) 18.5 inches (47 cm)

Kishu Ken vs Appenzeller Sennenhund vs Australian Kelpie Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Kishu Ken or Appenzeller Sennenhund or Australian Kelpie? Which is more expensive?
$300-$500 $600-$800 $500-$700
Availability
Which is easier to get, Kishu Ken or Appenzeller Sennenhund or Australian Kelpie?
Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.
Average: The Appenzeller Sennenhund is a commonly available dog breed.
Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.

Kishu Ken vs Appenzeller Sennenhund vs Australian Kelpie Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Kishu Ken vs Appenzeller Sennenhund vs Australian Kelpie 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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Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Trainability
Kishu Ken vs Appenzeller Sennenhund vs Australian Kelpie trainability comparison.
Kishu Ken dogs are hard to train.
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Appenzeller Sennenhund dogs are easy to train.
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Australian Kelpie dogs are very easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Kishu Ken or Appenzeller Sennenhund or Australian Kelpie?
Kishu Ken dogs are good watchdogs.
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Appenzeller Sennenhund dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Australian Kelpie dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Kishu Ken or Appenzeller Sennenhund or Australian Kelpie? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Kishu Ken dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Appenzeller Sennenhund dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Australian Kelpie dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Kishu Ken vs Appenzeller Sennenhund vs Australian Kelpie Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Kishu Ken or Appenzeller Sennenhund or Australian Kelpie? Kishu Ken vs Appenzeller Sennenhund vs Australian Kelpie behavior/temperament comparison:
Dignified
Alert
Docile
Faithful
Noble
Energetic
Reliable
Lively
Social
Selfish
Fearless
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Loyal
Robust
Eager
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
Kishu Ken dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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Appenzeller Sennenhund 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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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Kishu Ken vs Appenzeller Sennenhund vs Australian Kelpie?
High: Kishu Ken dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Average to High: Appenzeller Sennenhund dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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Average: Australian Kelpie dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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Social Needs
Kishu Ken vs Appenzeller Sennenhund vs Australian Kelpie social needs comparison:
Kishu Ken dogs are kinda antisocial.
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Appenzeller Sennenhund dogs are a social breed.
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Australian Kelpie dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Kishu Ken dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Appenzeller Sennenhund dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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The wanderlust potential of the Australian Kelpie 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?
Kishu Ken 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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Appenzeller Sennenhund 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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Australian Kelpie dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Kishu Ken vs Appenzeller Sennenhund vs Australian Kelpie Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Kishu Ken vs Appenzeller Sennenhund vs Australian Kelpie playfulness comparison:
Average: Kishu Kens, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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The Appenzeller Sennenhund is a playful breed.
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The Australian Kelpie is a playful breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Kishu Ken vs Appenzeller Sennenhund vs Australian Kelpie?
Low: The Kishu Ken barks none to minimal.
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Low to Average: The Appenzeller Sennenhund rarely barks.
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Low to Average: The Australian Kelpie rarely barks.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Kishu Ken or Appenzeller Sennenhund or Australian Kelpie?
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 Kishu Ken indoors.
It is not recommended to keep the Appenzeller Sennenhund breed in the home.
It is not recommended to keep the Australian Kelpie breed in the home.

Kishu Ken vs Appenzeller Sennenhund vs Australian Kelpie Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
Kishu Ken dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Average: Appenzeller Sennenhund dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Australian Kelpie dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Kishu Ken or Appenzeller Sennenhund or Australian Kelpie?
Kishu Ken dogs handle alone time quite well.
Appenzeller Sennenhund 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.

Kishu Ken vs Appenzeller Sennenhund vs Australian Kelpie Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Kishu Ken or Appenzeller Sennenhund or Australian Kelpie?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Kishu Ken bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Appenzeller Sennenhund bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

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

Low 🔽

The Kishu Ken has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Appenzeller Sennenhund has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Australian Kelpie has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Kishu Ken vs Appenzeller Sennenhund vs Australian Kelpie mouthiness comparison:
Kishu Ken dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Appenzeller Sennenhund dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Australian Kelpie dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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Kishu Ken vs Appenzeller Sennenhund vs Australian Kelpie Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Kishu Ken vs Appenzeller Sennenhund vs Australian Kelpie health comparison. Which is the healthier: Kishu Ken vs Appenzeller Sennenhund vs Australian Kelpie?
Kishu Kens tend to have a lot and frequent health issues.
Appenzeller Sennenhunds tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Australian Kelpies tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Kishu Ken vs Appenzeller Sennenhund vs Australian Kelpie? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Kishu Ken vs Appenzeller Sennenhund vs Australian Kelpie health problems comparison:
No data available No data available Hip Dysplasia
Patellar Luxation
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Osteoarthritis
Cerebellar Abiotrophy
Collie Eye Anomaly
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Frequent
The Kishu Ken should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Frequent
The Appenzeller Sennenhund should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Frequent
The Australian Kelpie should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Life Expectancy
Kishu Ken vs Appenzeller Sennenhund vs Australian Kelpie lifespan comparison. How long do Kishu Ken, Appenzeller Sennenhund and Australian Kelpie breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
11-13 years
The average lifespan of Kishu Ken: 12 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Appenzeller Sennenhund: 13 years
10-14 years
The average lifespan of Australian Kelpie: 12 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Kishu Ken vs Appenzeller Sennenhund vs Australian Kelpie?
Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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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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Kishu Ken vs Appenzeller Sennenhund vs Australian Kelpie Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Kishu Ken or Appenzeller Sennenhund or Australian Kelpie? Kishu Ken vs Appenzeller Sennenhund vs Australian Kelpie energy level comparison:
Kishu Ken dogs are high-energy dogs.
Appenzeller Sennenhund dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Australian Kelpie dogs are high-energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Kishu Ken vs Appenzeller Sennenhund vs Australian Kelpie exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Kishu Ken or Appenzeller Sennenhund or Australian Kelpie? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Kishu Ken dogs need a lot of exercises.
Appenzeller Sennenhund dogs have an average exercise need.
Australian Kelpie dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Kishu Ken or Appenzeller Sennenhund or Australian Kelpie?
Kishu Ken dogs don't need too much sleep.
Appenzeller Sennenhund dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
Australian Kelpie dogs don't need too much sleep.

Kishu Ken vs Appenzeller Sennenhund vs Australian Kelpie Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Kishu Ken or Appenzeller Sennenhund or Australian Kelpie?
1.5 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 4 to 5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 1 to 2 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? Kishu Ken vs Appenzeller Sennenhund vs Australian Kelpie weight gain potential comparison:
Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Kishu Ken's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Average: The Appenzeller Sennenhund has an average risk for obesity.
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Low to Average: The Australian Kelpie has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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Kishu Ken vs Appenzeller Sennenhund vs Australian Kelpie Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Kishu Ken vs Appenzeller Sennenhund vs Australian Kelpie coat comparison:
Dense
Soft
Thick
Straight
Thick
Double
Double
Colors
What are the original Kishu Ken, Appenzeller Sennenhund and Australian Kelpie color?
Black
Tan
Red
White
Brindle
Black tricolor
Tricolor
Red tricolor
Black
Tan
Red
Blue
Brown
Fawn
Chocolate
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Kishu Ken or Appenzeller Sennenhund or Australian Kelpie? Kishu Ken vs Appenzeller Sennenhund vs Australian Kelpie grooming comparison:
Advanced: The Kishu Ken requires a lot of grooming.
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Easy to groom: The Appenzeller Sennenhund doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Effortless: The Australian Kelpie requires minimal grooming.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Kishu Ken or Appenzeller Sennenhund or Australian Kelpie? Kishu Ken or Appenzeller Sennenhund or {name3 shedding:
Kishu Ken dogs shed moderately.
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Appenzeller Sennenhund dogs shed moderately.
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Australian Kelpie dogs shed moderately.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Kishu Ken or Appenzeller Sennenhund or Australian Kelpie?
3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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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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Hypoallergenic
Kishu Ken vs Appenzeller Sennenhund vs Australian Kelpie 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, Kishu Ken vs Appenzeller Sennenhund vs Australian Kelpie?

Medium

The Kishu Ken has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Appenzeller Sennenhund has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Australian Kelpie has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?
The Kishu Ken is an average drooler.
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The Appenzeller Sennenhund is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Australian Kelpie is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Kishu Ken vs Appenzeller Sennenhund vs Australian Kelpie Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Kishu Ken dogs are generally with other pets.
Appenzeller Sennenhund dogs are generally with other pets.
Australian Kelpie dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Kishu Ken or Appenzeller Sennenhund or Australian Kelpie? Which dog is more friendly?
Kishu Ken dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Appenzeller Sennenhund dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Australian Kelpie dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Kishu Ken or Appenzeller Sennenhund or Australian Kelpie?
Kishu Ken dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Appenzeller Sennenhund dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Australian Kelpie dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Kishu Ken or Appenzeller Sennenhund or Australian Kelpie?
Kishu Ken dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Appenzeller Sennenhund dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Australian Kelpie dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Kishu Ken or Appenzeller Sennenhund or Australian Kelpie?
Kishu Ken dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Appenzeller Sennenhund dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Australian Kelpie dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Kishu Ken vs Appenzeller Sennenhund vs Australian Kelpie?
No
Kishu Ken dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.
Yes
Appenzeller Sennenhund dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Australian Kelpie dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
Kishu Ken is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Appenzeller Sennenhund is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Australian Kelpie is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
Kishu Kens are usually recommended for elderly people.
Appenzeller Sennenhunds are usually recommended for elderly people.
Australian Kelpies are usually recommended for elderly people.

Kishu Ken vs Appenzeller Sennenhund vs Australian Kelpie As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog
Which one could be a service dog?

Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Therapy Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: Kishu Ken or Appenzeller Sennenhund or Australian Kelpie? 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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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.

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 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.

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: Kishu Ken vs Appenzeller Sennenhund vs Australian Kelpie?

Not really

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

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

Australian Kelpie 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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Yes

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Fighting Dog / Military Dog

Not really

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

Not really

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

Not really

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

Kishu Ken vs Appenzeller Sennenhund vs Australian Kelpie 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 Kishu Ken and Appenzeller Sennenhund and Australian Kelpie have?
2-5 puppies, average 3 4-6 puppies 4-7 puppies

Kishu Ken vs Appenzeller Sennenhund vs Australian Kelpie Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
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 Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Swiss Mountain- and Cattledogs section. Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section.
Breed Recognition
What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?
Dog Registry of America Inc.
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
American Rare Breed Association
Foundation Stock Service
American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
American Canine Registry
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
Foundation Stock Service

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