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Name	Kunming Wolfdog	Galician Cattle Dog	Shikoku dog
Origins	China	Spain	Japan
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Group	Working Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Companion Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Chinese Wolfdog Kunming Wolfdog	Galician Celtic Wolfdog Galician Palleiro Galician Shepherd Dog Can de Palleiro	Japanese Wolfdog Kochi-ken Mikawa Inu Shikoku dog
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Kunming Wolfdog vs Galician Cattle Dog vs Shikoku dog breed type comparison:	Cross Breed	Purebred	Purebred

Kunming Wolfdog vs Galician Cattle Dog vs Shikoku dog Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Kunming Wolfdog or Galician Cattle Dog or Shikoku dog? Which is the smallest dog, Kunming Wolfdog or Galician Cattle Dog or Shikoku dog?	Large	Large	Large Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Kunming Wolfdog or Galician Cattle Dog or Galician Cattle Dog? Kunming Wolfdog vs Galician Cattle Dog vs Shikoku dog weight comparison:	66-84 pounds (30-38 kg)	Male: 66–84 pounds (30–38 kg), Female: 55–73 pounds (25–33 kg)	Male: 35-50 pounds (16-23 kg), Female: 30-45 pounds (14-20 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	75 pounds (34 kg)	Male: 75 pounds (34 kg), Female: 64 pounds (29 kg)	Male: 42.5 pounds (19.5 kg), Female: 37.5 pounds (17 kg)
Height Which is taller, Kunming Wolfdog or Galician Cattle Dog or Shikoku dog? Kunming Wolfdog vs Galician Cattle Dog vs Shikoku dog height comparison:	25-27 inches (64-68 cm)	Male: 23–26 inch (59–65 cm), Female: 22–25 inch (57–63 cm)	Male: 18-20 inches (46-51 cm), Female: 17-19 inches (43-48 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	26 inches (66 cm)	Male: 24.5 inch (62 cm), Female: 23.5 inch (60 cm)	Male: 19 inches (48.5 cm), Female: 18 inches (45.5 cm)

Kunming Wolfdog vs Galician Cattle Dog vs Shikoku dog Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Kunming Wolfdog or Galician Cattle Dog or Shikoku dog? Which is more expensive?	$800-$1200	Unknown	$500-$800
Availability Which is easier to get, Kunming Wolfdog or Galician Cattle Dog or Shikoku dog?	Frequent: The Kunming Wolfdog is easier than average to get.	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.	Average: The Shikoku dog is a commonly available dog breed.

Kunming Wolfdog vs Galician Cattle Dog vs Shikoku dog Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Kunming Wolfdog vs Galician Cattle Dog vs Shikoku dog intelligence:	Very smart: Kunming Wolfdog is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Smart: The Galician Cattle Dog dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Kunming Wolfdog vs Galician Cattle Dog vs Shikoku dog trainability comparison.	A slightly harder to train than average. See more.	Galician Cattle Dog dogs are easy to train. See more.	Shikoku dog dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Kunming Wolfdog or Galician Cattle Dog or Shikoku dog?	Kunming Wolfdog dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Galician Cattle Dog dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Shikoku dog dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Kunming Wolfdog or Galician Cattle Dog or Shikoku dog? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Kunming Wolfdog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Galician Cattle Dog dogs are average defenders. See more.	Shikoku dog dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
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Kunming Wolfdog vs Galician Cattle Dog vs Shikoku dog Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Kunming Wolfdog or Galician Cattle Dog or Shikoku dog? Kunming Wolfdog vs Galician Cattle Dog vs Shikoku dog behavior/temperament comparison:	Curious Stubborn Intelligent Willing	Independent Intelligent Loyal Strong Hard working Guarding	Agile Energetic Intelligent Loyal Brave Cautious
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Kunming Wolfdog dogs are less sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Galician Cattle Dog dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. 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: Kunming Wolfdog vs Galician Cattle Dog vs Shikoku dog?	Average: Kunming Wolfdog dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	Average: Galician Cattle Dog dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	High: Shikoku dog dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Kunming Wolfdog vs Galician Cattle Dog vs Shikoku dog social needs comparison:	Kunming Wolfdog dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Galician Cattle Dog dogs are kinda antisocial. See more.	Shikoku dog dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Kunming Wolfdog dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	Galician Cattle Dog dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Shikoku dog dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Kunming Wolfdog dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Galician Cattle Dog 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.	Shikoku dog 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

Kunming Wolfdog vs Galician Cattle Dog vs Shikoku dog Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Kunming Wolfdog vs Galician Cattle Dog vs Shikoku dog playfulness comparison:	The Kunming Wolfdog is a highly playful breed. See more.	Average: Galician Cattle Dogs, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: Shikoku dogs, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
Most Playful Dog Breeds
Barking Which dog barks more/less: Kunming Wolfdog vs Galician Cattle Dog vs Shikoku dog?	Average: The Kunming Wolfdog barks occasionally. See more.	Average: The Galician Cattle Dog barks occasionally. See more.	Low to Average: The Shikoku dog rarely barks. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Kunming Wolfdog or Galician Cattle Dog or Shikoku dog?	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Kunming Wolfdog breed.	It is not recommended to keep the Galician Cattle Dog breed in the home.	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 Shikoku dog indoors.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Kunming Wolfdog vs Galician Cattle Dog vs Shikoku dog Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Average: Kunming Wolfdog dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Average: Galician Cattle Dog dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Average: Shikoku dog dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Kunming Wolfdog or Galician Cattle Dog or Shikoku dog?	Kunming Wolfdog dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Galician Cattle Dog dogs handle alone time quite well.	Shikoku dog 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.

Kunming Wolfdog vs Galician Cattle Dog vs Shikoku dog Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Kunming Wolfdog or Galician Cattle Dog or Shikoku dog?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Kunming Wolfdog bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Galician Cattle Dog bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Shikoku dog bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	Low 🔽 The Kunming Wolfdog has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Galician Cattle Dog has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Shikoku dog has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Kunming Wolfdog vs Galician Cattle Dog vs Shikoku dog mouthiness comparison:	Kunming Wolfdog dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Galician Cattle Dog dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Shikoku dog dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Kunming Wolfdog vs Galician Cattle Dog vs Shikoku dog Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Kunming Wolfdog vs Galician Cattle Dog vs Shikoku dog health comparison. Which is the healthier: Kunming Wolfdog vs Galician Cattle Dog vs Shikoku dog?	Very healthy dog breed.	Galician Cattle Dogs are commonly healthy dogs.	Shikoku dogs tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Kunming Wolfdog vs Galician Cattle Dog vs Shikoku dog? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Kunming Wolfdog vs Galician Cattle Dog vs Shikoku dog health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Eye Problems Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Bloat Epilepsy Heart Problems Intervertebral Disk Disease Skin Allergies Degenerative Myelopathy Osteochondrosis Dissecans Panosteitis Exocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency Canine Diabetes Mellitus	No data available	No data available
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Rare The Kunming Wolfdog should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Rare The Galician Cattle Dog should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Frequent The Shikoku dog should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Kunming Wolfdog vs Galician Cattle Dog vs Shikoku dog lifespan comparison. How long do Kunming Wolfdog, Galician Cattle Dog and Shikoku dog breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	12-14 years The average lifespan of Kunming Wolfdog: 13 years	11-13 years The average lifespan of Galician Cattle Dog: 12 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Shikoku dog: 11 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Kunming Wolfdog vs Galician Cattle Dog vs Shikoku dog?	Prefers cold weather The Kunming Wolfdog can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. See more.	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.

Kunming Wolfdog vs Galician Cattle Dog vs Shikoku dog Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Kunming Wolfdog vs Galician Cattle Dog vs Shikoku dog Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Kunming Wolfdog or Galician Cattle Dog or Shikoku dog?	3 to 5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, divided into two meals.	4 to 5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1.5 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Kunming Wolfdog vs Galician Cattle Dog vs Shikoku dog weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Kunming Wolfdog has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Galician Cattle Dog has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Shikoku dog has an average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Kunming Wolfdog vs Galician Cattle Dog vs Shikoku dog Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Kunming Wolfdog vs Galician Cattle Dog vs Shikoku dog coat comparison:	Smooth Double	Dense Hard	Soft
Colors What are the original Kunming Wolfdog, Galician Cattle Dog and Shikoku dog color?	Black Light Straw Deep Rust	Black Brown Cinnamon Sand Grizzly	Black Cream Black & Tan
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Kunming Wolfdog or Galician Cattle Dog or Shikoku dog? Kunming Wolfdog vs Galician Cattle Dog vs Shikoku dog grooming comparison:	Effortless: The Kunming Wolfdog requires minimal grooming. See more.	Advanced: The Galician Cattle Dog requires a lot of grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The Shikoku dog doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Kunming Wolfdog or Galician Cattle Dog or Shikoku dog? Kunming Wolfdog or Galician Cattle Dog or {name3 shedding:	Kunming Wolfdog dogs shed moderately. See more.	Galician Cattle Dog dogs shed above average. See more.	Shikoku dog dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Kunming Wolfdog or Galician Cattle Dog or Shikoku dog?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. 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.
Hypoallergenic Kunming Wolfdog vs Galician Cattle Dog vs Shikoku dog hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Kunming Wolfdog vs Galician Cattle Dog vs Shikoku dog?	Medium ⏺ The Kunming Wolfdog has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Galician Cattle Dog has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Shikoku dog has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Kunming Wolfdog is an average drooler. See more.	The Galician Cattle Dog is an average drooler. See more.	The Shikoku dog 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.

Kunming Wolfdog vs Galician Cattle Dog vs Shikoku dog Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Kunming Wolfdog dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.	Galician Cattle Dog dogs are generally with other pets.	Shikoku dog dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Kunming Wolfdog or Galician Cattle Dog or Shikoku dog? Which dog is more friendly?	Kunming Wolfdog dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Galician Cattle Dog dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Shikoku dog dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Kunming Wolfdog or Galician Cattle Dog or Shikoku dog?	Kunming Wolfdog dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.	Galician Cattle Dog dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Shikoku dog dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Kunming Wolfdog or Galician Cattle Dog or Shikoku dog?	Kunming Wolfdog dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Galician Cattle Dog dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Shikoku dog dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Kunming Wolfdog or Galician Cattle Dog or Shikoku dog?	Kunming Wolfdog dogs are not dog-friendly.	Galician Cattle Dog dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Shikoku dog dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Kunming Wolfdog vs Galician Cattle Dog vs Shikoku dog?	No Kunming Wolfdog dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.	Yes Galician Cattle Dog dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Shikoku dog dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Kunming Wolfdog is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Galician Cattle Dog is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Shikoku dog is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Kunming Wolfdogs are not the best breed for elderly people.	Galician Cattle Dogs are usually recommended for elderly people.	Shikoku dogs are commonly okay with elderly people.

Kunming Wolfdog vs Galician Cattle Dog vs Shikoku dog As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. 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 Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Kunming Wolfdog or Galician Cattle Dog or Shikoku dog? Which is better for autism?	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.
Therapy Dog Breeds
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: Kunming Wolfdog vs Galician Cattle Dog vs Shikoku dog?	Not really Kunming Wolfdog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Galician Cattle Dog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Shikoku dog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
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. See more.	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.
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.

Kunming Wolfdog vs Galician Cattle Dog vs Shikoku dog Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.
Litter Size How many puppies can Kunming Wolfdog and Galician Cattle Dog and Shikoku dog have?	6-8 puppies	1-7 puppies	4-6 puppies
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Kunming Wolfdog vs Galician Cattle Dog vs Shikoku dog 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?	Not recognized by FCI.	Not recognized by FCI.	Not recognized by FCI.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	Dog Registry of America Inc.	No data available	No data available

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