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Old English Terrier vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Scottish Terrier Comparison - Dog breed selector: Black Terrier or Dwarf Scotch Shepherd or Aberdeenie? Find the right dog for you

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Name Old English Terrier Shetland Sheepdog Scottish Terrier
OriginsEngland flagEngland Scotland flagScotland Scotland flagScotland
Group Hunting Dogs Pastoral / Herding Dogs Hunting Dogs
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Black Terrier Dwarf Scotch Shepherd
Sheltie
Shetland Collie
Toonie Dog
Miniature Collie
Aberdeenie
Scottie
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Old English Terrier vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Scottish Terrier breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Old English Terrier vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Scottish Terrier Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Old English Terrier or Shetland Sheepdog or Scottish Terrier? Which is the smallest dog, Old English Terrier or Shetland Sheepdog or Scottish Terrier?
Medium Medium Small
Weight
Which is heavier, Old English Terrier or Shetland Sheepdog or Shetland Sheepdog? Old English Terrier vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Scottish Terrier weight comparison:
Male: 55-80 pounds (25-36 kg), Female: 45-70 pounds (20-32 kg) 14-27 pounds (6-12 kg) 19-23 pounds (8.5-10.5 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 67.5 pounds (30.5 kg), Female: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg) 20.5 pounds (9 kg) 21 pounds (8.5-10.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Old English Terrier or Shetland Sheepdog or Scottish Terrier? Old English Terrier vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Scottish Terrier height comparison:
Male: 22 - 24 inches (50 – 60 cm), Female: 20 - 22 inches (50 - 55 cm) 13-16 inches (33-41 cm) 10-11 inches (25-28 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 23 inches (58 cm), Female: 21 inches (53.5 cm) 14.5 inches (37 cm) 10.5 inches (26.5 cm)

Old English Terrier vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Scottish Terrier Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Old English Terrier or Shetland Sheepdog or Scottish Terrier? Which is more expensive?
Unknown $800-$1000 $800-$1000
Availability
Which is easier to get, Old English Terrier or Shetland Sheepdog or Scottish Terrier?
Average: The Old English Terrier is a commonly available dog breed.
Very frequent: The Shetland Sheepdog is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Scottish Terrier is quite easy to get.

Old English Terrier vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Scottish Terrier Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Old English Terrier vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Scottish Terrier intelligence:
Low: The Old English Terrier is one of the dog breeds that have the lowest degree of obedience intelligence.
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Outstanding: Shetland Sheepdog is one of the brightest dog breeds.
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Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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Trainability
Old English Terrier vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Scottish Terrier trainability comparison.
Old English Terrier dogs are hard to train.
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Shetland Sheepdog dogs are quite easy to train.
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Scottish Terrier dogs are quite easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Old English Terrier or Shetland Sheepdog or Scottish Terrier?
Old English Terrier dogs are not the best choice if you want a good watchdog.
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Shetland Sheepdog dogs are good watchdogs.
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Scottish Terrier dogs are average watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Old English Terrier or Shetland Sheepdog or Scottish Terrier? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Old English Terrier dogs can't provide protection for their territory.
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Shetland Sheepdog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Scottish Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Old English Terrier vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Scottish Terrier Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Old English Terrier or Shetland Sheepdog or Scottish Terrier? Old English Terrier vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Scottish Terrier behavior/temperament comparison:
Affectionate
Quick
Companionable
Nervous
Lazy
Couch Potato
Playful
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Playful
Independent
Alert
Quick
Selfish
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
Sensitive: Old English Terrier dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Sensitive: Shetland Sheepdog dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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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: Old English Terrier vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Scottish Terrier?
High: Old English Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Shetland Sheepdog dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Average to High: Scottish Terrier dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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Social Needs
Old English Terrier vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Scottish Terrier social needs comparison:
Old English Terrier dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Shetland Sheepdog dogs are a social breed.
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Scottish Terrier dogs are a social breed.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Old English Terrier dogs are not the biggest explorers.
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Shetland Sheepdog dogs tend to escape less than other breeds.
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Scottish Terrier 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?
Old English Terrier dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Shetland Sheepdog 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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Scottish Terrier dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen.
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Old English Terrier vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Scottish Terrier Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Old English Terrier vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Scottish Terrier playfulness comparison:
Old English Terriers don't really like playing.
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Average: Shetland Sheepdogs, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Average: Scottish Terriers, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Old English Terrier vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Scottish Terrier?
Low: The Old English Terrier barks none to minimal.
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A lot: Shetland Sheepdog is a particularly loud breed.
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Low: The Scottish Terrier barks none to minimal.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Old English Terrier or Shetland Sheepdog or Scottish Terrier?
Very house-friendly dog the Old English Terrier breed.
It is not recommended to keep the Shetland Sheepdog breed in the home.
Very house-friendly dog the Scottish Terrier breed.

Old English Terrier vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Scottish Terrier Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
Old English Terrier dogs adapt badly to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Shetland Sheepdog dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Average: Scottish Terrier dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Old English Terrier or Shetland Sheepdog or Scottish Terrier?
Old English Terrier dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
Shetland 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.
Scottish Terrier dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.

Old English Terrier vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Scottish Terrier Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Old English Terrier or Shetland Sheepdog or Scottish Terrier?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Old English Terrier bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Shetland Sheepdog bite force: Ordinary.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Scottish Terrier bite force: Weak.
Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:

Low 🔽

The Old English Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Shetland Sheepdog has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Scottish Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Old English Terrier vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Scottish Terrier mouthiness comparison:
Old English Terrier dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Shetland Sheepdog dogs have a low tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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Scottish Terrier dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Old English Terrier vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Scottish Terrier Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Old English Terrier vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Scottish Terrier health comparison. Which is the healthier: Old English Terrier vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Scottish Terrier?
Old English Terriers tend to have a lot and frequent health issues.
The Shetland Sheepdog is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Scottish Terriers are commonly healthy dogs.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Old English Terrier vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Scottish Terrier? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Old English Terrier vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Scottish Terrier health problems comparison:
No data available Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Patellar Luxation
Cancer
Hypothyroidism
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Von Willebrand's Disease
Epilepsy
Heart Problems
Drug Sensitivity
Elbow Dysplasia
Collie Eye Anomaly
Haemophilia
Trichiasis
Patellar Luxation
Von Willebrand's Disease
Craniomandibular Osteopathy
Scottie Cramp
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Frequent
The Old English Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Average
The Shetland Sheepdog should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Rare
The Scottish Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Life Expectancy
Old English Terrier vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Scottish Terrier lifespan comparison. How long do Old English Terrier, Shetland Sheepdog and Scottish Terrier breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Old English Terrier: 11 years
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Shetland Sheepdog: 13 years
11-13 years
The average lifespan of Scottish Terrier: 12 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Old English Terrier vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Scottish Terrier?
Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Old English Terrier can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Shetland Sheepdog 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 Scottish Terrier can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Old English Terrier vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Scottish Terrier Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Old English Terrier or Shetland Sheepdog or Scottish Terrier? Old English Terrier vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Scottish Terrier energy level comparison:
Old English Terrier dogs are low-energy dogs.
Shetland Sheepdog dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Scottish Terrier dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Old English Terrier vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Scottish Terrier exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Old English Terrier or Shetland Sheepdog or Scottish Terrier? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Old English Terrier dogs exercise need is very minimal.
Shetland Sheepdog dogs have an average exercise need.
Scottish Terrier dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Old English Terrier or Shetland Sheepdog or Scottish Terrier?
Old English Terrier dogs need a lot of sleep.
Shetland Sheepdog dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Scottish Terrier dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.

Old English Terrier vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Scottish Terrier Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Old English Terrier or Shetland Sheepdog or Scottish Terrier?
2.5 to 3.5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, divided into two meals. 2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. Recommended daily amount: 1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Old English Terrier vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Scottish Terrier weight gain potential comparison:
High: The Old English Terrier breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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Average: The Shetland Sheepdog has an average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Scottish Terrier has an average risk for obesity.
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Old English Terrier vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Scottish Terrier Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Old English Terrier vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Scottish Terrier coat comparison:
Waterproof
Harsh
Dense Wiry
Colors
What are the original Old English Terrier, Shetland Sheepdog and Scottish Terrier color?
Black Black
Tan
Blue
White
Sable
Merle
Black
Red
Silver
Brindle
Wheaten
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Old English Terrier or Shetland Sheepdog or Scottish Terrier? Old English Terrier vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Scottish Terrier grooming comparison:
Effortless: The Old English Terrier requires minimal grooming.
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Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition.
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Average: The Scottish Terrier requires average grooming effort.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Old English Terrier or Shetland Sheepdog or Scottish Terrier? Old English Terrier or Shetland Sheepdog or {name3 shedding:
Old English Terrier dogs shed moderately.
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Shetland Sheepdog dogs shed moderately.
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Scottish Terrier dogs shed none to minimal.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Old English Terrier or Shetland Sheepdog or Scottish Terrier?
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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4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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8-12 weeks
Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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Hypoallergenic
Old English Terrier vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Scottish Terrier 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, Old English Terrier vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Scottish Terrier?

Medium

The Old English Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Shetland Sheepdog has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Scottish Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?
The Old English Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Shetland Sheepdog is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Scottish Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Old English Terrier vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Scottish Terrier Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Old English Terrier dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Shetland Sheepdog dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Scottish Terrier dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Old English Terrier or Shetland Sheepdog or Scottish Terrier? Which dog is more friendly?
Old English Terrier dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Shetland Sheepdog dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Scottish Terrier dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Old English Terrier or Shetland Sheepdog or Scottish Terrier?
Old English Terrier dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.
Shetland Sheepdog dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Scottish Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Old English Terrier or Shetland Sheepdog or Scottish Terrier?
Old English Terrier dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Shetland Sheepdog dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Scottish Terrier dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Old English Terrier or Shetland Sheepdog or Scottish Terrier?
Old English Terrier dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Shetland Sheepdog dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Scottish Terrier dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Old English Terrier vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Scottish Terrier?
No
Old English Terrier dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.
Yes
Shetland Sheepdog dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Scottish Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
Old English Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Shetland Sheepdog is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Scottish Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
Old English Terriers are commonly okay with elderly people.
Shetland Sheepdogs are usually recommended for elderly people.
Scottish Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.

Old English Terrier vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Scottish Terrier 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: Old English Terrier or Shetland Sheepdog or Scottish Terrier? Which is better for autism?

Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Yes

This breed makes a perfect 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: Old English Terrier vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Scottish Terrier?

Not really

Old English Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Shetland Sheepdog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Scottish Terrier 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.

Not really

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

Old English Terrier vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Scottish Terrier 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 Old English Terrier and Shetland Sheepdog and Scottish Terrier have?
1-9 puppies, average 5 4-6 puppies 2-5 puppies

Old English Terrier vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Scottish Terrier Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1911 as a Herding breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Terrier breed.
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. Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Small sized Terriers section.
Breed Recognition
What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?
No data available American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
Canadian Canine Registry
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
Canadian Canine Registry
Club Espanol De Terriers

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