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Miniature Schnauzer vs Otterhound vs Basenji Comparison - Dog breed selector: Zwergschnauzer or Otter Dog or African Barkless Dog? Find the right dog for you

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Name Miniature Schnauzer Otterhound Basenji
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Zwergschnauzer Otter Dog African Barkless Dog
African Bush Dog
Ango Angari
Congo Terrier
Zande Dog
Congo Dog
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Miniature Schnauzer vs Otterhound vs Basenji breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Miniature Schnauzer vs Otterhound vs Basenji Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Miniature Schnauzer or Otterhound or Basenji? Which is the smallest dog, Miniature Schnauzer or Otterhound or Basenji?
Small Large Medium
Weight
Which is heavier, Miniature Schnauzer or Otterhound or Otterhound? Miniature Schnauzer vs Otterhound vs Basenji weight comparison:
Male: 11-18 pounds (5.0-8.2 kg), Female: 10-15 pounds (4.5-6.8 kg) 66-115 pounds (30-52 kg) Male: 22-26 pounds (10-12 kg), Female: 20-25 pounds (9-11 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 14.5 pounds (5.0-8.2 kg), Female: 12.5 pounds (4.5-6.8 kg) 90.5 pounds (41 kg) Male: 24 pounds (11 kg), Female: 22.5 pounds (10 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Miniature Schnauzer or Otterhound or Basenji? Miniature Schnauzer vs Otterhound vs Basenji height comparison:
Male: 14 inches (35.6 cm), Female: 13 inches (33.0 cm) 24-26 inches (60-65 cm) Male: 16-17 inches (41-43 cm), Female: 15-16 inches (38-41 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 14 inches (35.6 cm), Female: 13 inches (33.0 cm) 25 inches (62.5 cm) Male: 16.5 inches (42 cm), Female: 15.5 inches (39.5 cm)

Miniature Schnauzer vs Otterhound vs Basenji Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Miniature Schnauzer or Otterhound or Basenji? Which is more expensive?
$600-$1000 $500-$600 $1000-$1200
Availability
Which is easier to get, Miniature Schnauzer or Otterhound or Basenji?
Very frequent: The Miniature Schnauzer is quite easy to get.
Frequent: The Otterhound is easier than average to get.
Very frequent: The Basenji is quite easy to get.

Miniature Schnauzer vs Otterhound vs Basenji Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Miniature Schnauzer vs Otterhound vs Basenji intelligence:
Very smart: Miniature Schnauzer is an excellent dog breed.
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Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Low: The Basenji is one of the dog breeds that have the lowest degree of obedience intelligence.
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Trainability
Miniature Schnauzer vs Otterhound vs Basenji trainability comparison.
Miniature Schnauzer dogs are easy to train.
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Otterhound dogs are easy to train.
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Basenji dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Miniature Schnauzer or Otterhound or Basenji?
Miniature Schnauzer dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Otterhound dogs are not the best watchdogs.
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Basenji dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Miniature Schnauzer or Otterhound or Basenji? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Miniature Schnauzer dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Otterhound dogs can't provide protection for their territory.
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Basenji dogs are average defenders.
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Miniature Schnauzer vs Otterhound vs Basenji Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Miniature Schnauzer or Otterhound or Basenji? Miniature Schnauzer vs Otterhound vs Basenji behavior/temperament comparison:
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Obedient
Fearless
Spirited
Outright
Tempered
Boisterous
Amiable
Curious
Playful
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Affectionate
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Otterhound dogs are less sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Basenji dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Miniature Schnauzer vs Otterhound vs Basenji?
High: Miniature Schnauzer dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Average: Otterhound dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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Slightly Below Average: Basenji dogs may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence.
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Social Needs
Miniature Schnauzer vs Otterhound vs Basenji social needs comparison:
Miniature Schnauzer dogs are a social breed.
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Otterhound dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Basenji dogs are kinda antisocial.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Miniature Schnauzer dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Otterhound dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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Basenji dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Miniature Schnauzer dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Otterhound dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Basenji dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Miniature Schnauzer vs Otterhound vs Basenji Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Miniature Schnauzer vs Otterhound vs Basenji playfulness comparison:
Average: Miniature Schnauzers, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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The Otterhound is a highly playful breed.
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Average: Basenjis, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Miniature Schnauzer vs Otterhound vs Basenji?
Average: The Miniature Schnauzer barks occasionally.
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Average: The Otterhound barks occasionally.
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Low: The Basenji barks none to minimal.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Miniature Schnauzer or Otterhound or Basenji?
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 Miniature Schnauzer indoors.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Otterhound breed.
It is not recommended to keep the Basenji breed in the home.

Miniature Schnauzer vs Otterhound vs Basenji Adaptability and Independence Comparison

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

Miniature Schnauzer vs Otterhound vs Basenji Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Miniature Schnauzer or Otterhound or Basenji?

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Miniature Schnauzer bite force: Weak.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Otterhound bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

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

Low 🔽

The Miniature Schnauzer has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Otterhound has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Basenji has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Miniature Schnauzer vs Otterhound vs Basenji mouthiness comparison:
Miniature Schnauzer dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Otterhound dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Basenji dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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Miniature Schnauzer vs Otterhound vs Basenji Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Miniature Schnauzer vs Otterhound vs Basenji health comparison. Which is the healthier: Miniature Schnauzer vs Otterhound vs Basenji?
The Miniature Schnauzer is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Otterhounds tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
The Basenji is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Miniature Schnauzer vs Otterhound vs Basenji? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Miniature Schnauzer vs Otterhound vs Basenji health problems comparison:
Cataracts
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Mycobacterium avium-intracellulare infection (MAI)
Joint Problems
Bloat
Epilepsy
Glanzmann's Thrombasthenia
Eye Problems
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Kidney Issues
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Average
The Miniature Schnauzer should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Frequent
The Otterhound should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Average
The Basenji should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Life Expectancy
Miniature Schnauzer vs Otterhound vs Basenji lifespan comparison. How long do Miniature Schnauzer, Otterhound and Basenji breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Miniature Schnauzer: 13 years
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Otterhound: 11 years
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Basenji: 11 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Miniature Schnauzer vs Otterhound vs Basenji?
Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Miniature Schnauzer 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 Otterhound can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Prefers warm weather
Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates.
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Miniature Schnauzer vs Otterhound vs Basenji Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Miniature Schnauzer or Otterhound or Basenji? Miniature Schnauzer vs Otterhound vs Basenji energy level comparison:
Miniature Schnauzer dogs are high-energy dogs.
Otterhound dogs are high-energy dogs.
Basenji dogs are high-energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Miniature Schnauzer vs Otterhound vs Basenji exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Miniature Schnauzer or Otterhound or Basenji? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Miniature Schnauzer dogs have an average exercise need.
Otterhound dogs need a lot of exercises.
Basenji dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Miniature Schnauzer or Otterhound or Basenji?
Miniature Schnauzer dogs don't need too much sleep.
Otterhound dogs don't need too much sleep.
Basenji dogs don't need too much sleep.

Miniature Schnauzer vs Otterhound vs Basenji Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Miniature Schnauzer or Otterhound or Basenji?
1/2 to 1 cup dry food a day. 3 to 5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, divided into two meals. 3/4 to 1 cup 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? Miniature Schnauzer vs Otterhound vs Basenji weight gain potential comparison:
Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Miniature Schnauzer's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Average: The Otterhound has an average risk for obesity.
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Low to Average: The Basenji has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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Miniature Schnauzer vs Otterhound vs Basenji Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Miniature Schnauzer vs Otterhound vs Basenji coat comparison:
Wiry Rough
Waterproof
Fine
Colors
What are the original Miniature Schnauzer, Otterhound and Basenji color?
Black
Silver
Pepper
Salt
Black
Tan
Blue
Cream
Wheaten
Black
Tan
Red
White
Brindle
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Miniature Schnauzer or Otterhound or Basenji? Miniature Schnauzer vs Otterhound vs Basenji grooming comparison:
Advanced: The Miniature Schnauzer requires a lot of grooming.
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Advanced: The Otterhound requires a lot of grooming.
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Effortless: The Basenji requires minimal grooming.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Miniature Schnauzer or Otterhound or Basenji? Miniature Schnauzer or Otterhound or {name3 shedding:
Miniature Schnauzer dogs shed none to minimal.
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Otterhound dogs shed above average.
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Basenji dogs shed none to minimal.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Miniature Schnauzer or Otterhound or Basenji?
8-12 weeks
Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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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
Miniature Schnauzer vs Otterhound vs Basenji 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, Miniature Schnauzer vs Otterhound vs Basenji?

Low 🔽

The Miniature Schnauzer has a low chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Otterhound has an average chance of bad smell.

Low 🔽

The Basenji has a low chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?
The Miniature Schnauzer is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Otterhound is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Basenji is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency.
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Miniature Schnauzer vs Otterhound vs Basenji Good With Comparison

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

Miniature Schnauzer vs Otterhound vs Basenji 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: Miniature Schnauzer or Otterhound or Basenji? 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: Miniature Schnauzer vs Otterhound vs Basenji?

Yes

Miniature Schnauzer breed usually likes being on a boat.
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Yes

Otterhound breed usually likes being on a boat.
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Not really

Basenji 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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Not really

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

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

Not really

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

Not really

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

Yes

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

Miniature Schnauzer vs Otterhound vs Basenji 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 Miniature Schnauzer and Otterhound and Basenji have?
3-6 puppies 4-7 puppies 4-5 puppies

Miniature Schnauzer vs Otterhound vs Basenji Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1926 as a Terrier breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1909 as a Hound breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1944 as a Hound breed.
FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI?
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 Scent hounds and related breeds group, in the Scent hounds section. Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Primitive type section.
Breed Recognition
What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?
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 Kennel Club
Canadian Kennel Club
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
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
Canadian Canine Registry
American Pet Registry, Inc.

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