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Parson Russell Terrier vs Basenji vs Alaskan Klee Kai Comparison - Dog breed selector: Parson or African Barkless Dog or Klee Kai? Find the right dog for you

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Name Parson Russell Terrier Basenji Alaskan Klee Kai
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Group Hunting Dogs Hunting Dogs Companion Dogs
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Parson
Parson Jack Russell Terrier
Jack Russell Terrier
African Barkless Dog
African Bush Dog
Ango Angari
Congo Terrier
Zande Dog
Congo Dog
Klee Kai
Mini Husky
Miniature Alaskan Husky
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Parson Russell Terrier vs Basenji vs Alaskan Klee Kai breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Parson Russell Terrier vs Basenji vs Alaskan Klee Kai Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Parson Russell Terrier or Basenji or Alaskan Klee Kai? Which is the smallest dog, Parson Russell Terrier or Basenji or Alaskan Klee Kai?
Medium Medium Medium
Weight
Which is heavier, Parson Russell Terrier or Basenji or Basenji? Parson Russell Terrier vs Basenji vs Alaskan Klee Kai weight comparison:
14-18 pounds (6-8 kg) Male: 22-26 pounds (10-12 kg), Female: 20-25 pounds (9-11 kg) 10-23 pounds (4.3-10 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
16 pounds (7 kg) Male: 24 pounds (11 kg), Female: 22.5 pounds (10 kg) 16.5 pounds (4.6.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Parson Russell Terrier or Basenji or Alaskan Klee Kai? Parson Russell Terrier vs Basenji vs Alaskan Klee Kai height comparison:
12-14 inches (31-36 cm) Male: 16-17 inches (41-43 cm), Female: 15-16 inches (38-41 cm) 13-17.5 inches (33-42 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
13 inches (33.5 cm) Male: 16.5 inches (42 cm), Female: 15.5 inches (39.5 cm) 13-17.5 inches (37.5 cm)

Parson Russell Terrier vs Basenji vs Alaskan Klee Kai Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Parson Russell Terrier or Basenji or Alaskan Klee Kai? Which is more expensive?
$400-$600 $1000-$1200 $1000-$1500
Availability
Which is easier to get, Parson Russell Terrier or Basenji or Alaskan Klee Kai?
Frequent: The Parson Russell Terrier is easier than average to get.
Very frequent: The Basenji is quite easy to get.
Average: The Alaskan Klee Kai is a commonly available dog breed.

Parson Russell Terrier vs Basenji vs Alaskan Klee Kai Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Parson Russell Terrier vs Basenji vs Alaskan Klee Kai intelligence:
Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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Low: The Basenji is one of the dog breeds that have the lowest degree of obedience intelligence.
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Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Trainability
Parson Russell Terrier vs Basenji vs Alaskan Klee Kai trainability comparison.
Parson Russell Terrier dogs are quite easy to train.
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Basenji dogs are easy to train.
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Alaskan Klee Kai dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Parson Russell Terrier or Basenji or Alaskan Klee Kai?
Parson Russell Terrier dogs are average watchdogs.
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Basenji dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Alaskan Klee Kai dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Parson Russell Terrier or Basenji or Alaskan Klee Kai? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Parson Russell Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Basenji dogs are average defenders.
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Alaskan Klee Kai dogs are average defenders.
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Parson Russell Terrier vs Basenji vs Alaskan Klee Kai Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Parson Russell Terrier or Basenji or Alaskan Klee Kai? Parson Russell Terrier vs Basenji vs Alaskan Klee Kai behavior/temperament comparison:
Happy
Energetic
Intelligent
Obedient
Bold
Eager
Curious
Playful
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Affectionate
Active
Curious
Agile
Intelligent
Loyal
Territorial
Quick
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
Parson Russell Terrier dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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Basenji 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: Parson Russell Terrier vs Basenji vs Alaskan Klee Kai?
High: Parson Russell Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Slightly Below Average: Basenji dogs may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence.
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High: Alaskan Klee Kai dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Parson Russell Terrier vs Basenji vs Alaskan Klee Kai social needs comparison:
Parson Russell Terrier dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Basenji dogs are kinda antisocial.
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Alaskan Klee Kai dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
The wanderlust potential of the Parson Russell Terrier is strong enough to escape from home.
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Basenji dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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The wanderlust potential of the Alaskan Klee Kai 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?
Parson Russell Terrier dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Basenji dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Alaskan Klee Kai dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Parson Russell Terrier vs Basenji vs Alaskan Klee Kai Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Parson Russell Terrier vs Basenji vs Alaskan Klee Kai playfulness comparison:
The Parson Russell Terrier is a highly playful breed.
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Average: Basenjis, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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The Alaskan Klee Kai is a highly playful breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Parson Russell Terrier vs Basenji vs Alaskan Klee Kai?
A lot: Parson Russell Terrier is a particularly loud breed.
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Low: The Basenji barks none to minimal.
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Low to Average: The Alaskan Klee Kai rarely barks.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Parson Russell Terrier or Basenji or Alaskan Klee Kai?
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 Parson Russell Terrier indoors.
It is not recommended to keep the Basenji breed in the home.
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 Alaskan Klee Kai indoors.

Parson Russell Terrier vs Basenji vs Alaskan Klee Kai Adaptability and Independence Comparison

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

Parson Russell Terrier vs Basenji vs Alaskan Klee Kai Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Parson Russell Terrier or Basenji or Alaskan Klee Kai?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Parson Russell Terrier bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Basenji bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

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

Low 🔽

The Parson Russell Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Basenji has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Alaskan Klee Kai has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Parson Russell Terrier vs Basenji vs Alaskan Klee Kai mouthiness comparison:
Parson Russell Terrier dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Basenji dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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Alaskan Klee Kai dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Parson Russell Terrier vs Basenji vs Alaskan Klee Kai Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Parson Russell Terrier vs Basenji vs Alaskan Klee Kai health comparison. Which is the healthier: Parson Russell Terrier vs Basenji vs Alaskan Klee Kai?
The Parson Russell Terrier is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The Basenji is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Alaskan Klee Kais tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Parson Russell Terrier vs Basenji vs Alaskan Klee Kai? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Parson Russell Terrier vs Basenji vs Alaskan Klee Kai health problems comparison:
No data available Eye Problems
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Kidney Issues
Hypothyroidism
Autoimmune Hypothyroidism
Factor Vii Deficiency
Vaccination Sensitivity
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Average
The Parson Russell Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Average
The Basenji should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Frequent
The Alaskan Klee Kai should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Life Expectancy
Parson Russell Terrier vs Basenji vs Alaskan Klee Kai lifespan comparison. How long do Parson Russell Terrier, Basenji and Alaskan Klee Kai breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
13-15 years
The average lifespan of Parson Russell Terrier: 14 years
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Basenji: 11 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Alaskan Klee Kai: 13 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Parson Russell Terrier vs Basenji vs Alaskan Klee Kai?
Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Parson Russell Terrier can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Prefers warm weather
Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates.
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Prefers cold weather
The Alaskan Klee Kai can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog.
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Parson Russell Terrier vs Basenji vs Alaskan Klee Kai Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Parson Russell Terrier vs Basenji vs Alaskan Klee Kai Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Parson Russell Terrier or Basenji or Alaskan Klee Kai?
1/2 to 1 cup dry food a day. 3/4 to 1 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. Recommended daily amount: 3/4 to 1 1/2 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? Parson Russell Terrier vs Basenji vs Alaskan Klee Kai weight gain potential comparison:
Low: The Parson Russell Terrier has good luck with genetics.
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Low to Average: The Basenji has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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Low to Average: The Alaskan Klee Kai has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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Parson Russell Terrier vs Basenji vs Alaskan Klee Kai Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Parson Russell Terrier vs Basenji vs Alaskan Klee Kai coat comparison:
Rough Fine Thick
Colors
What are the original Parson Russell Terrier, Basenji and Alaskan Klee Kai color?
Black
Tan
White
Brown
Black
Tan
Red
White
Brindle
Black
Gray
Red
White
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Parson Russell Terrier or Basenji or Alaskan Klee Kai? Parson Russell Terrier vs Basenji vs Alaskan Klee Kai grooming comparison:
Easy to groom: The Parson Russell Terrier doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Effortless: The Basenji requires minimal grooming.
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Easy to groom: The Alaskan Klee Kai doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Parson Russell Terrier or Basenji or Alaskan Klee Kai? Parson Russell Terrier or Basenji or {name3 shedding:
Parson Russell Terrier dogs shed moderately.
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Basenji dogs shed none to minimal.
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Alaskan Klee Kai dogs shed none to minimal.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Parson Russell Terrier or Basenji or Alaskan Klee Kai?
4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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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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6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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Hypoallergenic
Parson Russell Terrier vs Basenji vs Alaskan Klee Kai 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, Parson Russell Terrier vs Basenji vs Alaskan Klee Kai?

Medium

The Parson Russell Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.

Low 🔽

The Basenji has a low chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Alaskan Klee Kai has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?
The Parson Russell Terrier is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency.
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The Basenji is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency.
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The Alaskan Klee Kai is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency.
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Parson Russell Terrier vs Basenji vs Alaskan Klee Kai Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Parson Russell Terrier dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Basenji dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Alaskan Klee Kai dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Parson Russell Terrier or Basenji or Alaskan Klee Kai? Which dog is more friendly?
Parson Russell Terrier dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Basenji dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Alaskan Klee Kai dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Parson Russell Terrier or Basenji or Alaskan Klee Kai?
Parson Russell Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Basenji dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Alaskan Klee Kai dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Parson Russell Terrier or Basenji or Alaskan Klee Kai?
Parson Russell Terrier dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Basenji dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Alaskan Klee Kai dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Parson Russell Terrier or Basenji or Alaskan Klee Kai?
Parson Russell Terrier dogs are not dog-friendly.
Basenji dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Alaskan Klee Kai dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Parson Russell Terrier vs Basenji vs Alaskan Klee Kai?
Yes
Parson Russell Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Basenji dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Alaskan Klee Kai dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
Parson Russell Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Basenji is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Alaskan Klee Kai is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
Parson Russell Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.
Basenjis are usually recommended for elderly people.
Alaskan Klee Kais are usually recommended for elderly people.

Parson Russell Terrier vs Basenji vs Alaskan Klee Kai 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: Parson Russell Terrier or Basenji or Alaskan Klee Kai? 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: Parson Russell Terrier vs Basenji vs Alaskan Klee Kai?

Not really

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

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

Alaskan Klee Kai 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.

Yes

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

Not really

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

Parson Russell Terrier vs Basenji vs Alaskan Klee Kai 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 Parson Russell Terrier and Basenji and Alaskan Klee Kai have?
4-8 puppies 4-5 puppies 1-3 puppies

Parson Russell Terrier vs Basenji vs Alaskan Klee Kai Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1997 as a Terrier breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1944 as a Hound breed. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI?
Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Large and medium sized Terriers section. Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Primitive type section. Not recognized by FCI.
Breed Recognition
What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?
No data available Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
Canadian Canine Registry
American Pet Registry, Inc.
American Canine Registry
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
American Rare Breed Association

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