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Papillon vs Manchester Terrier vs Australian Cattle Dog Comparison - Dog breed selector: Continental Toy Spaniel or English Toy Terrier or Blue Heeler? Find the right dog for you

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Name Papillon Manchester Terrier Australian Cattle Dog
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Continental Toy Spaniel
Epagneul Nain
Epagneul Nain Continental
Phalène
Squirrel Dog
Butterfly Dog
English Toy Terrier
Black and Tan Manchester
Blue Heeler
Cattle Dog
Red Heeler
Queensland Heeler
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Papillon vs Manchester Terrier vs Australian Cattle Dog breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Papillon vs Manchester Terrier vs Australian Cattle Dog Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Papillon or Manchester Terrier or Australian Cattle Dog? Which is the smallest dog, Papillon or Manchester Terrier or Australian Cattle Dog?
Small Small Medium
Weight
Which is heavier, Papillon or Manchester Terrier or Manchester Terrier? Papillon vs Manchester Terrier vs Australian Cattle Dog weight comparison:
Male: 8-10 pounds (4-5 kg), Female: 7-9 pounds (3-4 kg) Toy: 6-8 pounds (2.5-3.5 kg), Standard: 17-18 pounds (7.7-8 kg) 30-62 pounds (13-28 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 9 pounds (4.5 kg), Female: 8 pounds (3.5 kg) Toy: 7 pounds (2.5-3.5 kg), Standard: 17.5 pounds (7.7.5 kg) 46 pounds (20.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Papillon or Manchester Terrier or Australian Cattle Dog? Papillon vs Manchester Terrier vs Australian Cattle Dog height comparison:
Male: 8-11 inches (20-28 cm), Female: 8-11 inches (20-28 cm) Toy: 10-12 inches (25-30 cm), Standard: 15-16 inches (39-40 cm) Male: 17-20 inches (43-51 cm), Female: 17-19 inches (43-48 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 9.5 inches (24 cm), Female: 9.5 inches (24 cm) Toy: 11 inches (27.5 cm), Standard: 15.5 inches (39.5 cm) Male: 18.5 inches (47 cm), Female: 18 inches (45.5 cm)

Papillon vs Manchester Terrier vs Australian Cattle Dog Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Papillon or Manchester Terrier or Australian Cattle Dog? Which is more expensive?
$400-$600 $600-$1000 $500-$700
Availability
Which is easier to get, Papillon or Manchester Terrier or Australian Cattle Dog?
Very frequent: The Papillon is quite easy to get.
Frequent: The Manchester Terrier is easier than average to get.
Very frequent: The Australian Cattle Dog is quite easy to get.

Papillon vs Manchester Terrier vs Australian Cattle Dog Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Papillon vs Manchester Terrier vs Australian Cattle Dog intelligence:
Outstanding: Papillon is one of the brightest dog breeds.
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Smart: The Manchester Terrier dogs have great intelligence.
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Outstanding: Australian Cattle Dog is one of the brightest dog breeds.
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Trainability
Papillon vs Manchester Terrier vs Australian Cattle Dog trainability comparison.
Papillon dogs are easy to train.
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Manchester Terrier dogs are quite easy to train.
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Australian Cattle Dog dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Papillon or Manchester Terrier or Australian Cattle Dog?
Papillon dogs are average watchdogs.
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Manchester Terrier dogs are average watchdogs.
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Australian Cattle Dog dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Papillon or Manchester Terrier or Australian Cattle Dog? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Papillon dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Manchester Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Australian Cattle Dog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Papillon vs Manchester Terrier vs Australian Cattle Dog Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Papillon or Manchester Terrier or Australian Cattle Dog? Papillon vs Manchester Terrier vs Australian Cattle Dog behavior/temperament comparison:
Happy
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Active
Alert
Intelligent
Loyal
Devoted
Quiet
Discerning
Energetic
Protective
Alert
Intelligent
Responsive
Loyal
Aggressive
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
Papillon dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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Manchester Terrier 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: Papillon vs Manchester Terrier vs Australian Cattle Dog?
High: Papillon dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Average to High: Manchester Terrier dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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Average: Australian Cattle Dog dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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Social Needs
Papillon vs Manchester Terrier vs Australian Cattle Dog social needs comparison:
Papillon dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Manchester Terrier dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Australian Cattle Dog dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Papillon dogs are not the biggest explorers.
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The wanderlust potential of the Manchester Terrier is strong enough to escape from home.
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The wanderlust potential of the Australian Cattle Dog is strong enough to escape from home.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Papillon dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Manchester Terrier dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Australian Cattle Dog dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Papillon vs Manchester Terrier vs Australian Cattle Dog Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Papillon vs Manchester Terrier vs Australian Cattle Dog playfulness comparison:
The Papillon is a highly playful breed.
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The Manchester Terrier is a playful breed.
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The Australian Cattle Dog is a highly playful breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Papillon vs Manchester Terrier vs Australian Cattle Dog?
A lot: Papillon is a particularly loud breed.
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Average: The Manchester Terrier barks occasionally.
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Low to Average: The Australian Cattle Dog rarely barks.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Papillon or Manchester Terrier or Australian Cattle Dog?
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 Papillon indoors.
Very house-friendly dog the Manchester Terrier breed.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Australian Cattle Dog breed.

Papillon vs Manchester Terrier vs Australian Cattle Dog Adaptability and Independence Comparison

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

Papillon vs Manchester Terrier vs Australian Cattle Dog Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Papillon or Manchester Terrier or Australian Cattle Dog?

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Papillon bite force: Weak.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Manchester Terrier bite force: Weak.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

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

Low 🔽

The Papillon has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Manchester Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

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

Health Issues
Papillon vs Manchester Terrier vs Australian Cattle Dog health comparison. Which is the healthier: Papillon vs Manchester Terrier vs Australian Cattle Dog?
The Papillon is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Manchester Terriers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
The Australian Cattle Dog 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: Papillon vs Manchester Terrier vs Australian Cattle Dog? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Papillon vs Manchester Terrier vs Australian Cattle Dog health problems comparison:
Collapsed Trachea
Open Fontanel
Patellar Luxation
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Hypoglycemia
No data available Hip Dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Deafness
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Average
The Papillon should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Frequent
The Manchester Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Average
The Australian Cattle Dog should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Life Expectancy
Papillon vs Manchester Terrier vs Australian Cattle Dog lifespan comparison. How long do Papillon, Manchester Terrier and Australian Cattle Dog breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
12-16 years
The average lifespan of Papillon: 14 years
14-16 years
The average lifespan of Manchester Terrier: 15 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Australian Cattle Dog: 13 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Papillon vs Manchester Terrier vs Australian Cattle Dog?
Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
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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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Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Australian Cattle Dog can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Papillon vs Manchester Terrier vs Australian Cattle Dog Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Papillon or Manchester Terrier or Australian Cattle Dog? Papillon vs Manchester Terrier vs Australian Cattle Dog energy level comparison:
Papillon dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Manchester Terrier dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Australian Cattle Dog dogs are high-energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Papillon vs Manchester Terrier vs Australian Cattle Dog exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Papillon or Manchester Terrier or Australian Cattle Dog? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Papillon dogs need a lot of exercises.
Manchester Terrier dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Australian Cattle Dog dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Papillon or Manchester Terrier or Australian Cattle Dog?
Papillon dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Manchester Terrier dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Australian Cattle Dog dogs don't need too much sleep.

Papillon vs Manchester Terrier vs Australian Cattle Dog Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Papillon or Manchester Terrier or Australian Cattle Dog?
1/4 to 1 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 1/4 to 1 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 1.5 to 2.5 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? Papillon vs Manchester Terrier vs Australian Cattle Dog weight gain potential comparison:
Average: The Papillon has an average risk for obesity.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Manchester Terrier's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Australian Cattle Dog's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Papillon vs Manchester Terrier vs Australian Cattle Dog Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Papillon vs Manchester Terrier vs Australian Cattle Dog coat comparison:
Feathered Fine Dense
Colors
What are the original Papillon, Manchester Terrier and Australian Cattle Dog color?
Black
Tan
Red
White
Sable
Lemon
Black
Tan
Red
Blue
Speckled
Mottled
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Papillon or Manchester Terrier or Australian Cattle Dog? Papillon vs Manchester Terrier vs Australian Cattle Dog grooming comparison:
Average: The Papillon requires average grooming effort.
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Effortless: The Manchester Terrier requires minimal grooming.
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Effortless: The Australian Cattle Dog requires minimal grooming.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Papillon or Manchester Terrier or Australian Cattle Dog? Papillon or Manchester Terrier or {name3 shedding:
Papillon dogs shed none to minimal.
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Manchester Terrier dogs shed none to minimal.
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Australian Cattle Dog dogs shed moderately.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Papillon or Manchester Terrier or Australian Cattle Dog?
6-8 weeks
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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4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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Hypoallergenic
Papillon vs Manchester Terrier vs Australian Cattle Dog 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, Papillon vs Manchester Terrier vs Australian Cattle Dog?

Low 🔽

The Papillon has a low chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Manchester Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Australian Cattle Dog has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?
The Papillon is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Manchester Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Australian Cattle Dog is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Papillon vs Manchester Terrier vs Australian Cattle Dog Good With Comparison

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

Papillon vs Manchester Terrier vs Australian Cattle Dog 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: Papillon or Manchester Terrier or Australian Cattle Dog? 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: Papillon vs Manchester Terrier vs Australian Cattle Dog?

Not really

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

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

Australian Cattle Dog 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.

Papillon vs Manchester Terrier vs Australian Cattle Dog 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 Papillon and Manchester Terrier and Australian Cattle Dog have?
2-4 puppies 2-4 puppies 1-7 puppies, average 5

Papillon vs Manchester Terrier vs Australian Cattle Dog Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1915 as a Toy breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1887 as a Terrier & Toy breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1980 as a Herding breed.
FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI?
Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Continental Toy Spaniel and Russian Toy section. Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Large and medium sized Terriers section. Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) 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
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

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