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Name	Old German Shepherd Dog	Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier	West Highland White Terrier
Origins	Germany	Ireland	Scotland
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Group	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Hunting Dogs	Hunting Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Deutscher Schäferhund Langstockhaariger	Irish Soft-Coated Wheaten Terrier Wheatie	Roseneath Terrier Westie Westy White Roseneath Terrier Poltalloch Terrier
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Old German Shepherd Dog vs Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Old German Shepherd Dog vs Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Old German Shepherd Dog or Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier or West Highland White Terrier? Which is the smallest dog, Old German Shepherd Dog or Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier or West Highland White Terrier?	Large	Medium	Small
Weight Which is heavier, Old German Shepherd Dog or Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier or Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier? Old German Shepherd Dog vs Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier weight comparison:	Male: 49-88 pounds (22-40 kg) Female: 44-83 pounds (20-37 kg)	Male: 35-45 pounds (16-20 kg), Female: 30-40 pounds (14-18 kg)	Male: 15-22 pounds (7-10 kg), Female: 13-16 pounds (6-7 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 68.5 pounds (31 kg), Female: 63.5 pounds (28.5 kg)	Male: 40 pounds (18 kg), Female: 35 pounds (16 kg)	Male: 18.5 pounds (8.5 kg), Female: 14.5 pounds (6.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Old German Shepherd Dog or Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier or West Highland White Terrier? Old German Shepherd Dog vs Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier height comparison:	Male: 22-26 inches (56-66 cm), Female: 20-24 inches (51-61 cm)	Male: 18-20 inches (46-51 cm), Female: 17-19 inches (43-48 cm)	Male: 10-12 inches (25-30 cm), Female: 9-11 inches (23-28 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 24 inches (57 cm), Female: 22 inches (56 cm)	Male: 19 inches (48.5 cm), Female: 18 inches (45.5 cm)	Male: 11 inches (27.5 cm), Female: 10 inches (25.5 cm)

Old German Shepherd Dog vs Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Old German Shepherd Dog or Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier or West Highland White Terrier? Which is more expensive?	Unknown	$800-$1000	$900-$1200
Availability Which is easier to get, Old German Shepherd Dog or Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier or West Highland White Terrier?	Average: The Old German Shepherd Dog is a commonly available dog breed.	Very frequent: The Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The West Highland White Terrier is quite easy to get.

Old German Shepherd Dog vs Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Old German Shepherd Dog vs Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier intelligence:	Outstanding: Old German Shepherd Dog is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. 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 Old German Shepherd Dog vs Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier trainability comparison.	Old German Shepherd Dog dogs are easy to train. See more.	Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	West Highland White Terrier dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Old German Shepherd Dog or Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier or West Highland White Terrier?	Old German Shepherd Dog dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	West Highland White Terrier dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Old German Shepherd Dog or Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier or West Highland White Terrier? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Old German Shepherd Dog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	West Highland White Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Old German Shepherd Dog vs Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Old German Shepherd Dog or Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier or West Highland White Terrier? Old German Shepherd Dog vs Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier behavior/temperament comparison:	Curious Alert Courageous Intelligent Confident Obedient Loyal Watchful	Playful Energetic Intelligent Affectionate Spirited Faithful	Independent Alert Courageous Intelligent Friendly Affectionate
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Sensitive: Old German Shepherd Dog dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. 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: Old German Shepherd Dog vs Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier?	High: Old German Shepherd Dog dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: West Highland White Terrier dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Old German Shepherd Dog vs Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier social needs comparison:	Old German Shepherd Dog dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	West Highland White Terrier dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Old German Shepherd Dog dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	West Highland White Terrier dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Old German Shepherd Dog dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Soft Coated Wheaten 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. See more.	West Highland White Terrier dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Old German Shepherd Dog vs Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Old German Shepherd Dog vs Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier playfulness comparison:	Average: Old German Shepherd Dogs, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier is a playful breed. See more.	The West Highland White Terrier is a highly playful breed. See more.
Most Playful Dog Breeds
Barking Which dog barks more/less: Old German Shepherd Dog vs Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier?	Low to Average: The Old German Shepherd Dog rarely barks. See more.	Average: The Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier barks occasionally. See more.	A lot: West Highland White Terrier is a particularly loud breed. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Old German Shepherd Dog or Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier or West Highland White Terrier?	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 Old German Shepherd Dog indoors.	Apartment-friendly dog the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier 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 West Highland White Terrier indoors.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Old German Shepherd Dog vs Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Old German Shepherd Dog dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	West Highland White Terrier dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Old German Shepherd Dog or Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier or West Highland White Terrier?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	West Highland White 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 German Shepherd Dog vs Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Old German Shepherd Dog or Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier or West Highland White Terrier?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Old German Shepherd Dog bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier bite force: Ordinary.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 West Highland White Terrier bite force: Weak.
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 Old German Shepherd Dog has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The West Highland White Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Old German Shepherd Dog vs Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier mouthiness comparison:	Old German Shepherd Dog dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	West Highland White Terrier dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Old German Shepherd Dog vs Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Old German Shepherd Dog vs Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier health comparison. Which is the healthier: Old German Shepherd Dog vs Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier?	The Old German Shepherd Dog is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier 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: Old German Shepherd Dog vs Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Old German Shepherd Dog vs Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier health problems comparison:	No data available	Allergies Cancer Addison's Disease Renal Dysplasia	Cataracts Legg-perthes Disease Patellar Luxation Craniomandibular Osteopathy Globoid Cell Leukodystrophy White Dog Shaker Syndrome Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) Atopic Dermatitis Hyperplastic Dermatosis Pulmonary Fibrosis
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Old German Shepherd Dog should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Rare The West Highland White Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Old German Shepherd Dog vs Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier lifespan comparison. How long do Old German Shepherd Dog, Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier and West Highland White Terrier breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	11-13 years The average lifespan of Old German Shepherd Dog: 12 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier: 13 years	12-16 years The average lifespan of West Highland White Terrier: 14 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Old German Shepherd Dog vs Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier?	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The West Highland White Terrier can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Old German Shepherd Dog vs Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Old German Shepherd Dog or Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier or West Highland White Terrier? Old German Shepherd Dog vs Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier energy level comparison:	Old German Shepherd Dog dogs are high-energy dogs.	Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	West Highland White Terrier dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Old German Shepherd Dog vs Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Old German Shepherd Dog or Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier or West Highland White Terrier? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Old German Shepherd Dog dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	West Highland White Terrier dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Old German Shepherd Dog or Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier or West Highland White Terrier?	Old German Shepherd Dog dogs don't need too much sleep.	Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	West Highland White Terrier dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Old German Shepherd Dog vs Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Old German Shepherd Dog or Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier or West Highland White Terrier?	2.5 to 4 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	Recommended daily amount: 1.5 to 2 cups of a high-quality daily, divided into two meals.	1/2 to 1.5 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? Old German Shepherd Dog vs Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier weight gain potential comparison:	Low to Average: The Old German Shepherd Dog has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the West Highland White Terrier's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Old German Shepherd Dog vs Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Old German Shepherd Dog vs Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier coat comparison:	Wiry Fuzzy Shaggy Smooth	Curly	Dense
Colors What are the original Old German Shepherd Dog, Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier and West Highland White Terrier color?	Black Tan Brown Grey	Wheaten	White
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Old German Shepherd Dog or Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier or West Highland White Terrier? Old German Shepherd Dog vs Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier grooming comparison:	Average: The Old German Shepherd Dog requires average grooming effort. See more.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Advanced: The West Highland White Terrier requires a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Old German Shepherd Dog or Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier or West Highland White Terrier? Old German Shepherd Dog or Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier or {name3 shedding:	Old German Shepherd Dog dogs are heavy shedders. See more.	Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier dogs are low shedders. See more.	West Highland White Terrier dogs shed none to minimal. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Old German Shepherd Dog or Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier or West Highland White Terrier?	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.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.
Hypoallergenic Old German Shepherd Dog vs Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	Yes See more.	Yes See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Old German Shepherd Dog vs Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier?	Medium ⏺ The Old German Shepherd Dog has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The West Highland White Terrier has a low chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Old German Shepherd Dog is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The West Highland White Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Old German Shepherd Dog vs Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Old German Shepherd Dog dogs are generally with other pets.	Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.	West Highland White Terrier dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Old German Shepherd Dog or Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier or West Highland White Terrier? Which dog is more friendly?	Old German Shepherd Dog dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	West Highland White Terrier dogs are 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 Old German Shepherd Dog or Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier or West Highland White Terrier?	Old German Shepherd Dog dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	West Highland White Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Old German Shepherd Dog or Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier or West Highland White Terrier?	Old German Shepherd Dog dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.	West Highland White Terrier dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Old German Shepherd Dog or Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier or West Highland White Terrier?	Old German Shepherd Dog dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	West Highland White Terrier dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Old German Shepherd Dog vs Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier?	Yes Old German Shepherd Dog dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes West Highland White Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Old German Shepherd Dog is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No West Highland White Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Old German Shepherd Dogs are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Soft Coated Wheaten Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.	West Highland White Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.

Old German Shepherd Dog vs Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs West Highland White 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. 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: Old German Shepherd Dog or Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier or West Highland White Terrier? Which is better for autism?	Yes This breed makes a perfect 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: Old German Shepherd Dog vs Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier?	Not really Old German Shepherd Dog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really West Highland White Terrier 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.

Old German Shepherd Dog vs Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs West Highland White 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. 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 Old German Shepherd Dog and Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier and West Highland White Terrier have?	6-10 puppies	5-8 puppies	2-5 puppies
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Old German Shepherd Dog vs Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs West Highland White 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 1973 as a Terrier breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1908 as a Terrier breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Not recognized by FCI.	Not recognized by FCI.	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 Irish Kennel Club Canadian Canine Registry Club Espanol De Terriers	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 Club Espanol De Terriers

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