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Otterhound vs Akbash Dog vs Landseer Comparison - Dog breed selector: Otter Dog or Coban Kopegi or Landseer Newfoundland? Find the right dog for you

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Name Otterhound Akbash Dog Landseer
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Otter Dog Coban Kopegi
Akbash dog
Turkish Shepherd
Landseer Newfoundland
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Otterhound vs Akbash Dog vs Landseer breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Otterhound vs Akbash Dog vs Landseer Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Otterhound or Akbash Dog or Landseer? Which is the smallest dog, Otterhound or Akbash Dog or Landseer?
Large Large Giant
Weight
Which is heavier, Otterhound or Akbash Dog or Akbash Dog? Otterhound vs Akbash Dog vs Landseer weight comparison:
66-115 pounds (30-52 kg) Male: 90–140 pounds (41–64 kg), Female: 75–105 pounds (34–48 kg) Male: 130-150 pounds (59-68 kg), Female: 100-120 pounds (45-54 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
90.5 pounds (41 kg) Male: 115 pounds (52,5 kg), Female: 90 pounds (41 kg) Male: 140 pounds (63.5 kg), Female: 110 pounds (49.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Otterhound or Akbash Dog or Landseer? Otterhound vs Akbash Dog vs Landseer height comparison:
24-26 inches (60-65 cm) Male: 28–32 inches (71–81 cm), Female: 27–30 inches (69–76 cm) Male: 28.5-31.5 inches (72-80 cm), Female: 26.5-28.5 inches (67-72 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
25 inches (62.5 cm) Male: 30 inches (76 cm), Female: 28,5 inches (72,5 cm) Male: 28.5-31.5 inches (76 cm), Female: 26.5-28.5 inches (69.5 cm)

Otterhound vs Akbash Dog vs Landseer Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Otterhound or Akbash Dog or Landseer? Which is more expensive?
$500-$600 $500-$700 $2000-$2500
Availability
Which is easier to get, Otterhound or Akbash Dog or Landseer?
Frequent: The Otterhound is easier than average to get.
Frequent: The Akbash Dog is easier than average to get.
Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.

Otterhound vs Akbash Dog vs Landseer Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Otterhound vs Akbash Dog vs Landseer intelligence:
Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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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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Trainability
Otterhound vs Akbash Dog vs Landseer trainability comparison.
Otterhound dogs are easy to train.
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Akbash Dog dogs are quite easy to train.
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Landseer dogs are quite easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Otterhound or Akbash Dog or Landseer?
Otterhound dogs are not the best watchdogs.
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Akbash Dog dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Landseer dogs are good watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Otterhound or Akbash Dog or Landseer? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Otterhound dogs can't provide protection for their territory.
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Akbash Dog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Landseer dogs are average defenders.
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Otterhound vs Akbash Dog vs Landseer Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Otterhound or Akbash Dog or Landseer? Otterhound vs Akbash Dog vs Landseer behavior/temperament comparison:
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Tempered
Boisterous
Amiable
Independent
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Affectionate
Loyal
Playful
Loving
Courageous
Intelligent
Patient
Generous
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
Otterhound dogs are less sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Akbash Dog dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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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: Otterhound vs Akbash Dog vs Landseer?
Average: Otterhound dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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Average: Akbash Dog dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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High: Landseer dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Otterhound vs Akbash Dog vs Landseer social needs comparison:
Otterhound dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Akbash Dog dogs are kinda antisocial.
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Landseer dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Otterhound dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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The wanderlust potential of the Akbash Dog is strong enough to escape from home.
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Landseer dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Otterhound dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Akbash Dog dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Landseer 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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Otterhound vs Akbash Dog vs Landseer Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Otterhound vs Akbash Dog vs Landseer playfulness comparison:
The Otterhound is a highly playful breed.
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Akbash Dogs are not the most playful dog breed.
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The Landseer is a playful breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Otterhound vs Akbash Dog vs Landseer?
Average: The Otterhound barks occasionally.
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Average: The Akbash Dog barks occasionally.
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Average: The Landseer barks occasionally.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Otterhound or Akbash Dog or Landseer?
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Otterhound breed.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Akbash Dog 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 Landseer indoors.

Otterhound vs Akbash Dog vs Landseer Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
Average: Otterhound dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Average: Akbash Dog dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Average: Landseer dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Otterhound or Akbash Dog or Landseer?
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.
Akbash Dog dogs handle alone time quite well.
Landseer dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Otterhound vs Akbash Dog vs Landseer Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Otterhound or Akbash Dog or Landseer?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Otterhound bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Akbash Dog bite force: Ordinary.

Above 400 PSI 🔼

Landseer bite force: The Strongest.
Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:

Low 🔽

The Otterhound has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Akbash Dog has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Landseer has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Otterhound vs Akbash Dog vs Landseer mouthiness comparison:
Otterhound dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Akbash Dog dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Landseer dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Otterhound vs Akbash Dog vs Landseer Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Otterhound vs Akbash Dog vs Landseer health comparison. Which is the healthier: Otterhound vs Akbash Dog vs Landseer?
Otterhounds tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Akbash Dogs tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
The Landseer 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: Otterhound vs Akbash Dog vs Landseer? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Otterhound vs Akbash Dog vs Landseer health problems comparison:
Joint Problems
Bloat
Epilepsy
Glanzmann's Thrombasthenia
Hip Dysplasia
Luxating Patella
Hypothyroidism
Umbilical Hernias
Bloat
Epilepsy
Heart Problems
Hip Dysplasia
Patent Ductus Arteriosis
Bloat
Ear Infections
Elbow Dysplasia
Cystine Urolithiasis
Obesity
Cystinuria
Megaesophagus
Heatstroke
Acquired Depigmentation
Callus Dermatitis
Sub-Aortic Stenosis (SAS)
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Frequent
The Otterhound should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Frequent
The Akbash Dog should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Average
The Landseer should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Life Expectancy
Otterhound vs Akbash Dog vs Landseer lifespan comparison. How long do Otterhound, Akbash Dog and Landseer breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Otterhound: 11 years
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Akbash Dog: 11 years
9-11 years
The average lifespan of Landseer: 10 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Otterhound vs Akbash Dog vs Landseer?
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 average to cold weather conditions
The Akbash Dog can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Prefers cold weather
The Landseer can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog.
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Otterhound vs Akbash Dog vs Landseer Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Otterhound or Akbash Dog or Landseer? Otterhound vs Akbash Dog vs Landseer energy level comparison:
Otterhound dogs are high-energy dogs.
Akbash Dog dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.
Landseer dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Otterhound vs Akbash Dog vs Landseer exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Otterhound or Akbash Dog or Landseer? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Otterhound dogs need a lot of exercises.
Akbash Dog dogs exercise need is minimal.
Landseer dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Otterhound or Akbash Dog or Landseer?
Otterhound dogs don't need too much sleep.
Akbash Dog dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.
Landseer dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.

Otterhound vs Akbash Dog vs Landseer Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Otterhound or Akbash Dog or Landseer?
3 to 5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, divided into two meals. 3-4 cup high-quality commercial dog food (that is formulated for large-breed dogs), divided into two meals. 8 to 10 cups 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? Otterhound vs Akbash Dog vs Landseer weight gain potential comparison:
Average: The Otterhound has an average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Akbash Dog has an average risk for obesity.
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High: The Landseer breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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Otterhound vs Akbash Dog vs Landseer Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Otterhound vs Akbash Dog vs Landseer coat comparison:
Rough
Waterproof
Thick
Smooth
Dense
Colors
What are the original Otterhound, Akbash Dog and Landseer color?
Black
Tan
Blue
Cream
Wheaten
White Black
White
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Otterhound or Akbash Dog or Landseer? Otterhound vs Akbash Dog vs Landseer grooming comparison:
Advanced: The Otterhound requires a lot of grooming.
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Average: The Akbash Dog requires average grooming effort.
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Average: The Landseer requires average grooming effort.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Otterhound or Akbash Dog or Landseer? Otterhound or Akbash Dog or {name3 shedding:
Otterhound dogs shed above average.
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Akbash Dog dogs shed moderately.
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Landseer dogs shed moderately.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Otterhound or Akbash Dog or Landseer?
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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6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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Hypoallergenic
Otterhound vs Akbash Dog vs Landseer 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, Otterhound vs Akbash Dog vs Landseer?

Medium

The Otterhound has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Akbash Dog has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Landseer has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?
The Otterhound is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Akbash Dog is an average drooler.
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The Landseer is an average drooler.
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Otterhound vs Akbash Dog vs Landseer Good With Comparison

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

Otterhound vs Akbash Dog vs Landseer 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: Otterhound or Akbash Dog or Landseer? 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: Otterhound vs Akbash Dog vs Landseer?

Yes

Otterhound breed usually likes being on a boat.
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Not really

Akbash Dog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Landseer 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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Yes

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.

Otterhound vs Akbash Dog vs Landseer 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 Otterhound and Akbash Dog and Landseer have?
4-7 puppies 6-8 puppies 4-10 puppies

Otterhound vs Akbash Dog vs Landseer Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1909 as a Hound breed. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI?
Recognized by FCI in the Scent hounds and related breeds group, in the Scent hounds section. Not recognized by FCI. Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type section.
Breed Recognition
What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?
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
American Canine Registry
America's Pet Registry
Dog Registry of America Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
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