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Name	Lowchen	Maremma Sheepdog	Mucuchies
Origins	Spain Germany France Netherlands	Italy	Venezuela
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Little Lion Little Lion Dog Petit Chien Lion Lowchen	Abruzzese Sheepdog Abruzzo Sheepdog Maremma Maremmano Maremmano-Abruzzese Pastore Abruzzese Pastore Maremmano Cane da Pastore	Dog of Páramos Perro de los Páramos Venezuelan Sheepdog
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Lowchen vs Maremma Sheepdog vs Mucuchies breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Lowchen vs Maremma Sheepdog vs Mucuchies Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Lowchen or Maremma Sheepdog or Mucuchies? Which is the smallest dog, Lowchen or Maremma Sheepdog or Mucuchies?	Small	Large	Large Giant
Weight Which is heavier, Lowchen or Maremma Sheepdog or Maremma Sheepdog? Lowchen vs Maremma Sheepdog vs Mucuchies weight comparison:	Male: 13-18 pounds (6-8 kg), Female: 11-15 pounds (5-7 kg)	Male: 80 - 95 pounds (36 - 43 kg), Female: 70 - 85 pounds (32 - 38 kg)	66-110 pounds (30-50 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 15.5 pounds (7 kg), Female: 13 pounds (6 kg)	Male: 85 pounds (38.5 kg), Female: 70 pounds (31.5 kg)	88.5 pounds (40 kg)
Height Which is taller, Lowchen or Maremma Sheepdog or Mucuchies? Lowchen vs Maremma Sheepdog vs Mucuchies height comparison:	Male: 13–15 inches (32–39 cm), Female: 12–15 inches (30–37 cm)	24-29 inches (60-73 cm)	22-28 inches (56-71 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 13.5 inches (34 cm), Female: 12.5 inches (32 cm)	26.5 inches (66.5 cm)	25 inches (63.5 cm)

Lowchen vs Maremma Sheepdog vs Mucuchies Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Lowchen or Maremma Sheepdog or Mucuchies? Which is more expensive?	$5000-$8000	$600-$800	Unknown
Availability Which is easier to get, Lowchen or Maremma Sheepdog or Mucuchies?	Frequent: The Lowchen is easier than average to get.	Average: The Maremma Sheepdog is a commonly available dog breed.	Average: The Mucuchies is a commonly available dog breed.

Lowchen vs Maremma Sheepdog vs Mucuchies Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Lowchen vs Maremma Sheepdog vs Mucuchies intelligence:	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Smart: The Mucuchies dogs have great intelligence. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Lowchen vs Maremma Sheepdog vs Mucuchies trainability comparison.	Lowchen dogs are easy to train. See more.	Maremma Sheepdog dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Mucuchies 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: Lowchen or Maremma Sheepdog or Mucuchies?	Lowchen dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Maremma Sheepdog dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Mucuchies dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Lowchen or Maremma Sheepdog or Mucuchies? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Lowchen dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Maremma Sheepdog dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Mucuchies dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
Guard Dog Breeds List

Lowchen vs Maremma Sheepdog vs Mucuchies Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Lowchen or Maremma Sheepdog or Mucuchies? Lowchen vs Maremma Sheepdog vs Mucuchies behavior/temperament comparison:	Active Playful Happy Friendly Familiar	Dignified Alert Intelligent Friendly Loyal Determined	Protective Alert Courageous Confident Loyal Trustworthy
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Lowchen 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.	Sensitive: Mucuchies dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Lowchen vs Maremma Sheepdog vs Mucuchies?	High: Lowchen dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Maremma Sheepdog dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: Mucuchies dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Lowchen vs Maremma Sheepdog vs Mucuchies social needs comparison:	Lowchen dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Maremma Sheepdog dogs are a social breed. See more.	Mucuchies dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Lowchen dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	Maremma Sheepdog dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.	Mucuchies dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Their prey drive is low. See more.	Their prey drive is low. See more.	Mucuchies dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Lowchen vs Maremma Sheepdog vs Mucuchies Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Lowchen vs Maremma Sheepdog vs Mucuchies playfulness comparison:	Average: Lowchens, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: Maremma Sheepdogs, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Mucuchies is a playful breed. See more.
Most Playful Dog Breeds
Barking Which dog barks more/less: Lowchen vs Maremma Sheepdog vs Mucuchies?	A lot: Lowchen is a particularly loud breed. See more.	Low to Average: The Maremma Sheepdog rarely barks. See more.	Average to High: The Mucuchies is a vocal breed. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Lowchen or Maremma Sheepdog or Mucuchies?	Very house-friendly dog the Lowchen 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 Maremma Sheepdog indoors.	It is not recommended to keep the Mucuchies breed in the home.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Lowchen vs Maremma Sheepdog vs Mucuchies Adaptability and Independence Comparison

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

Lowchen vs Maremma Sheepdog vs Mucuchies Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Lowchen or Maremma Sheepdog or Mucuchies?	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Lowchen bite force: Weak.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Maremma Sheepdog bite force: Ordinary.	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Mucuchies bite force: The Strongest.
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 Lowchen has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Maremma Sheepdog has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Mucuchies has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Lowchen vs Maremma Sheepdog vs Mucuchies mouthiness comparison:	Lowchen dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Maremma Sheepdog dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Mucuchies dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Lowchen vs Maremma Sheepdog vs Mucuchies Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Lowchen vs Maremma Sheepdog vs Mucuchies health comparison. Which is the healthier: Lowchen vs Maremma Sheepdog vs Mucuchies?	Lowchens tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	The Maremma Sheepdog is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Very healthy dog breed.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Lowchen vs Maremma Sheepdog vs Mucuchies? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Lowchen vs Maremma Sheepdog vs Mucuchies health problems comparison:	Cataracts Patellar Luxation Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)	Hip Dysplasia Bloat Vaccination Sensitivity Drug Sensitivity Obesity	No data available
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Frequent The Lowchen should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Average The Maremma Sheepdog should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Rare The Mucuchies should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Lowchen vs Maremma Sheepdog vs Mucuchies lifespan comparison. How long do Lowchen, Maremma Sheepdog and Mucuchies breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	13-15 years The average lifespan of Lowchen: 14 years	11-13 years The average lifespan of Maremma Sheepdog: 12 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Mucuchies: 11 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Lowchen vs Maremma Sheepdog vs Mucuchies?	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. 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.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.

Lowchen vs Maremma Sheepdog vs Mucuchies Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Lowchen vs Maremma Sheepdog vs Mucuchies Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Lowchen or Maremma Sheepdog or Mucuchies?	1/2 to 1 cup dry food a day.	3 to 4 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	3 to 5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Lowchen vs Maremma Sheepdog vs Mucuchies weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Lowchen has an average risk for obesity. See more.	High: The Maremma Sheepdog breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Mucuchies's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Lowchen vs Maremma Sheepdog vs Mucuchies Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Lowchen vs Maremma Sheepdog vs Mucuchies coat comparison:	Dense Silky Wavy Harsh	Rough Thick Double	Feathered
Colors What are the original Lowchen, Maremma Sheepdog and Mucuchies color?	Black Tan Red Blue White Silver Brown Grey	White Yellow	White White & Tan White & Honey White & Black & Gray
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Lowchen or Maremma Sheepdog or Mucuchies? Lowchen vs Maremma Sheepdog vs Mucuchies grooming comparison:	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Average: The Maremma Sheepdog requires average grooming effort. See more.	Effortless: The Mucuchies requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Lowchen or Maremma Sheepdog or Mucuchies? Lowchen or Maremma Sheepdog or {name3 shedding:	Lowchen dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Maremma Sheepdog dogs shed moderately. See more.	Mucuchies dogs shed above average. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Lowchen or Maremma Sheepdog or Mucuchies?	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.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.
Hypoallergenic Lowchen vs Maremma Sheepdog vs Mucuchies hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	Yes 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, Lowchen vs Maremma Sheepdog vs Mucuchies?	Low 🔽 The Lowchen has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Maremma Sheepdog has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Mucuchies has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Lowchen is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Maremma Sheepdog is an average drooler. See more.	The Mucuchies is an average drooler. See more.

Lowchen vs Maremma Sheepdog vs Mucuchies Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Lowchen dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.	Maremma Sheepdog dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Mucuchies dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Lowchen or Maremma Sheepdog or Mucuchies? Which dog is more friendly?	Lowchen dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	Maremma Sheepdog dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Mucuchies dogs are not stranger friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Lowchen or Maremma Sheepdog or Mucuchies?	Lowchen dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Maremma Sheepdog dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Mucuchies dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Lowchen or Maremma Sheepdog or Mucuchies?	Lowchen dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	Maremma Sheepdog dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Mucuchies dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Lowchen or Maremma Sheepdog or Mucuchies?	Lowchen dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Maremma Sheepdog dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Mucuchies dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Lowchen vs Maremma Sheepdog vs Mucuchies?	Yes Lowchen dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Maremma Sheepdog dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Mucuchies dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Lowchen is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Maremma Sheepdog is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Mucuchies is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Lowchens are usually recommended for elderly people.	Maremma Sheepdogs are usually recommended for elderly people.	Mucuchiess are usually recommended for elderly people.

Lowchen vs Maremma Sheepdog vs Mucuchies 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: Lowchen or Maremma Sheepdog or Mucuchies? 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: Lowchen vs Maremma Sheepdog vs Mucuchies?	Not really Lowchen breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Maremma Sheepdog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Mucuchies 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.	Yes 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.

Lowchen vs Maremma Sheepdog vs Mucuchies 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 Lowchen and Maremma Sheepdog and Mucuchies have?	3-6 puppies	5-9 puppies	3-8 puppies
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Lowchen vs Maremma Sheepdog vs Mucuchies Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1996 as a Non-Sporting breed.	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.	Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section.	Not recognized by FCI.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	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	American Canine Registry America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club	No data available

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