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Podenco Canario vs Doberman Pinscher vs Kerry Blue Terrier Comparison - Dog breed selector: Canarian Hound or Doberman or Irish Blue Terrier? Find the right dog for you

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Name Podenco Canario Doberman Pinscher Kerry Blue Terrier
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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Podenco Canario, Doberman Pinscher, and Kerry Blue Terrier breeds.
Canarian Hound
Canarian Warren Hound
Canary Islands Hound
Canary Islands Warren Hound
Doberman
Dobermann
Dobynm
Dobie
Irish Blue Terrier
Kerry
Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between Podenco Canario, Doberman Pinscher, and Kerry Blue Terrier? Compare their breeding categories.
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Podenco Canario vs Doberman Pinscher vs Kerry Blue Terrier Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Compare size differences between Podenco Canario, Doberman Pinscher, and Kerry Blue Terrier. Which breed is the largest?
Large Medium Medium
Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between Podenco Canario, Doberman Pinscher, and Kerry Blue Terrier? Compare adult weight ranges.
Male: 44-55 pounds (20-25 kg), Female: 37-46 pounds (17-21 kg) Male: 88-99 pounds (40-45 kg), Female: 71-77 pounds (32-35 kg) 33-40 pounds (15-18 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 50 pounds (22.5 kg), Female: 41.5 pounds (19 kg) Male: 93.5 pounds (42.5 kg), Female: 74 pounds (33.5 kg) 36.5 pounds (16.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Podenco Canario or Doberman Pinscher or Kerry Blue Terrier? Podenco Canario vs Doberman Pinscher vs Kerry Blue Terrier height comparison:
Male: 21-25 inches (53-63,5 cm), Female: 20-24 inches (51-61 cm) Male: 26-28 inches (66-71cm), Female: 24-26 inches (61-66 cm) Male: 18.5-20 inches (46-51 cm), Female: 17.5-19 inches (44-48 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 23 inches (58 cm), Female: 21 inches (53.5 cm) Male: 27 inches (68.5 cm), Female: 25 inches (63.5 cm) Male: 18.5-20 inches (48.5 cm), Female: 17.5-19 inches (46 cm)

Podenco Canario vs Doberman Pinscher vs Kerry Blue Terrier Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range
Compare puppy costs for Podenco Canario, Doberman Pinscher, and Kerry Blue Terrier. Find price differences between these breeds.
$1000-$1200 $800-$1000 $500-$600
Availability
Which is easier to get, Podenco Canario or Doberman Pinscher or Kerry Blue Terrier?
Average: The Podenco Canario is a commonly available dog breed.
Very frequent: The Doberman Pinscher is quite easy to get.
Frequent: The Kerry Blue Terrier is easier than average to get.

Podenco Canario vs Doberman Pinscher vs Kerry Blue Terrier Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between Podenco Canario, Doberman Pinscher, and Kerry Blue Terrier. Which breed ranks highest?
Smart: The Podenco Canario dogs have great intelligence.
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Outstanding: Doberman Pinscher is one of the brightest dog breeds.
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Smart: The Kerry Blue Terrier dogs have great intelligence.
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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between Podenco Canario, Doberman Pinscher, and Kerry Blue Terrier. Which is easiest to train?
Podenco Canario dogs are quite easy to train.
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Doberman Pinscher dogs are quite easy to train.
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Kerry Blue Terrier dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of Podenco Canario, Doberman Pinscher, and Kerry Blue Terrier. Which breed is most alert?
Podenco Canario dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Doberman Pinscher dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Kerry Blue Terrier dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between Podenco Canario, Doberman Pinscher, and Kerry Blue Terrier. Which breed is most protective?
Podenco Canario dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Doberman Pinscher dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Kerry Blue Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Podenco Canario vs Doberman Pinscher vs Kerry Blue Terrier Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between Podenco Canario, Doberman Pinscher, and Kerry Blue Terrier? Compare temperaments.
Active
Intelligent
Friendly
Calm
Fast
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Obedient
Loyal
Fearless
Alert
Intelligent
Affectionate
Loyal
Gentle
Strong
Willed
Spirited
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
Podenco Canario dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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Sensitive: Doberman Pinscher dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Kerry Blue Terrier dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Podenco Canario vs Doberman Pinscher vs Kerry Blue Terrier?
Average: Podenco Canario dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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High: Doberman Pinscher dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Average to High: Kerry Blue Terrier dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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Social Needs
Podenco Canario vs Doberman Pinscher vs Kerry Blue Terrier social needs comparison:
Podenco Canario dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Doberman Pinscher dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Kerry Blue Terrier dogs are a social breed.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
The wanderlust potential of the Podenco Canario is strong enough to escape from home.
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Doberman Pinscher dogs tend to escape less than other breeds.
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Kerry Blue Terrier dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Podenco Canario dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Their prey drive is low.
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Kerry Blue Terrier dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen.
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Podenco Canario vs Doberman Pinscher vs Kerry Blue Terrier Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of Podenco Canario, Doberman Pinscher, and Kerry Blue Terrier. Which breed is most vocal?
Low to Average: The Podenco Canario rarely barks.
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Low to Average: The Doberman Pinscher rarely barks.
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Average to High: The Kerry Blue Terrier is a vocal breed.
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between Podenco Canario, Doberman Pinscher, and Kerry Blue Terrier. Which breed is most playful?
The Podenco Canario is a highly playful breed.
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Average: Doberman Pinschers, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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The Kerry Blue Terrier is a playful breed.
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Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of Podenco Canario, Doberman Pinscher, and Kerry Blue Terrier. Which adapts best to small spaces?
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Podenco Canario breed.
Very house-friendly dog the Doberman Pinscher breed.
Very house-friendly dog the Kerry Blue Terrier breed.

Podenco Canario vs Doberman Pinscher vs Kerry Blue Terrier Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between Podenco Canario, Doberman Pinscher, and Kerry Blue Terrier. Which breed is most flexible?
Average: Podenco Canario dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Doberman Pinscher dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Kerry Blue Terrier dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: Podenco Canario or Doberman Pinscher or Kerry Blue Terrier?
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.
Kerry Blue 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.

Podenco Canario vs Doberman Pinscher vs Kerry Blue Terrier Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between Podenco Canario, Doberman Pinscher, and Kerry Blue Terrier. Which has lowest bite risk?

Low 🔽

The Podenco Canario has a low chance of biting somebody.

Moderate

The Doberman Pinscher has an average chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Kerry Blue Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between Podenco Canario, Doberman Pinscher, and Kerry Blue Terrier. Which uses mouth most during play?
Podenco Canario dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Doberman Pinscher dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Kerry Blue Terrier dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Bite Strength Rating
Compare bite forces between Podenco Canario, Doberman Pinscher, and Kerry Blue Terrier. Which has the strongest bite?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Podenco Canario bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Doberman Pinscher bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Kerry Blue Terrier bite force: Ordinary.

Podenco Canario vs Doberman Pinscher vs Kerry Blue Terrier Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of Podenco Canario, Doberman Pinscher, and Kerry Blue Terrier. Which breed lives longest?
11-13 years
The average lifespan of Podenco Canario: 12 years
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Doberman Pinscher: 11 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Kerry Blue Terrier: 13 years
Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between Podenco Canario, Doberman Pinscher, and Kerry Blue Terrier. Which handles climate changes best?
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 Kerry Blue Terrier can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in Podenco Canario, Doberman Pinscher, and Kerry Blue Terrier. Which has fewer health issues?
Podenco Canarios are commonly healthy dogs.
Doberman Pinschers are commonly healthy dogs.
The Kerry Blue Terrier is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Vet Care Frequency
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Rare
The Podenco Canario should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Rare
The Doberman Pinscher should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Average
The Kerry Blue Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Podenco Canario vs Doberman Pinscher vs Kerry Blue Terrier? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Podenco Canario vs Doberman Pinscher vs Kerry Blue Terrier health problems comparison:
No data available Hip Dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Von Willebrand's Disease
Wobbler's Syndrome
Cardiomyopathy
No data available

Podenco Canario vs Doberman Pinscher vs Kerry Blue Terrier Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating
Compare energy levels between Podenco Canario, Doberman Pinscher, and Kerry Blue Terrier. Which breed is most active?
Podenco Canario dogs are high-energy dogs.
Doberman Pinscher dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Kerry Blue Terrier dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Podenco Canario vs Doberman Pinscher vs Kerry Blue Terrier exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Podenco Canario or Doberman Pinscher or Kerry Blue Terrier? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Podenco Canario dogs need a lot of exercises.
Doberman Pinscher dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Kerry Blue Terrier dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Podenco Canario or Doberman Pinscher or Kerry Blue Terrier?
Podenco Canario dogs don't need too much sleep.
Doberman Pinscher dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
Kerry Blue Terrier dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.

Podenco Canario vs Doberman Pinscher vs Kerry Blue Terrier Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between Podenco Canario, Doberman Pinscher, and Kerry Blue Terrier. Which is most prone to obesity?
Average: The Podenco Canario has an average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Doberman Pinscher has an average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Kerry Blue Terrier has an average risk for obesity.
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between Podenco Canario, Doberman Pinscher, and Kerry Blue Terrier. Which needs most food?
2 to 2.5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, divided into two meals. 5 to 6 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 1 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.

Podenco Canario vs Doberman Pinscher vs Kerry Blue Terrier Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Podenco Canario, Doberman Pinscher, and Kerry Blue Terrier. Which is best for allergy sufferers?
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between Podenco Canario, Doberman Pinscher, and Kerry Blue Terrier. What colors are available?
White
Brown
Yellow
Chocolate
Black
Tan
Red
Blue
White
Brown
Black
Gray
Blue
Silver
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between Podenco Canario, Doberman Pinscher, and Kerry Blue Terrier. Which requires most maintenance?
Average: The Podenco Canario requires average grooming effort.
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Easy to groom: The Doberman Pinscher doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition.
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Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between Podenco Canario, Doberman Pinscher, and Kerry Blue Terrier. Which drools least?
The Podenco Canario is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency.
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The Doberman Pinscher drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed.
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The Kerry Blue Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between Podenco Canario, Doberman Pinscher, and Kerry Blue Terrier. Which has least natural smell?

Medium

The Podenco Canario has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Doberman Pinscher has an average chance of bad smell.

Low 🔽

The Kerry Blue Terrier has a low chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between Podenco Canario, Doberman Pinscher, and Kerry Blue Terrier. How do their fur characteristics differ?
Dense
Shiny
Fine Curly
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between Podenco Canario, Doberman Pinscher, and Kerry Blue Terrier. Which requires most frequent baths?
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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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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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Podenco Canario or Doberman Pinscher or Kerry Blue Terrier? Podenco Canario or Doberman Pinscher or {name3 shedding:
Podenco Canario dogs shed moderately.
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Doberman Pinscher dogs shed moderately.
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Kerry Blue Terrier dogs shed none to minimal.
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Podenco Canario vs Doberman Pinscher vs Kerry Blue Terrier Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility
Compare child-friendliness between Podenco Canario, Doberman Pinscher, and Kerry Blue Terrier. Which is best with kids?
Podenco Canario dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Doberman Pinscher dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.
Kerry Blue Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Pet Compatibility
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Podenco Canario dogs are generally with other pets.
Doberman Pinscher dogs are generally with other pets.
Kerry Blue Terrier dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Podenco Canario or Doberman Pinscher or Kerry Blue Terrier? Which dog is more friendly?
Podenco Canario dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Doberman Pinscher dogs are not stranger friendly dogs.
Kerry Blue Terrier dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Podenco Canario or Doberman Pinscher or Kerry Blue Terrier?
Podenco Canario dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Doberman Pinscher dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Kerry Blue Terrier dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Podenco Canario or Doberman Pinscher or Kerry Blue Terrier?
Podenco Canario dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Doberman Pinscher dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Kerry Blue Terrier dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Podenco Canario vs Doberman Pinscher vs Kerry Blue Terrier?
Yes
Podenco Canario dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Doberman Pinscher dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Kerry Blue Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
Podenco Canario is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Doberman Pinscher is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Kerry Blue Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
Podenco Canarios are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Doberman Pinschers are commonly okay with elderly people.
Kerry Blue Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.

Podenco Canario vs Doberman Pinscher vs Kerry Blue Terrier As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between Podenco Canario, Doberman Pinscher, and Kerry Blue Terrier. Which is best suited for service work?

Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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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 Work Suitability
Compare therapy dog potential between Podenco Canario, Doberman Pinscher, and Kerry Blue Terrier. Which excels in therapy work?

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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Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between Podenco Canario, Doberman Pinscher, and Kerry Blue Terrier. Which has best nose work ability?

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 & Rescue Potential
Compare search and rescue potential between Podenco Canario, Doberman Pinscher, and Kerry Blue Terrier. Which is best for SAR work?

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.
Maritime Work Ability
Compare boating aptitude between Podenco Canario, Doberman Pinscher, and Kerry Blue Terrier. Which is best suited for water work?

Not really

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

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

Kerry Blue Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between Podenco Canario, Doberman Pinscher, and Kerry Blue Terrier. Which is best for draft work?

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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Military Service Background
Compare military service history of Podenco Canario, Doberman Pinscher, and Kerry Blue Terrier. Which has most military use?

Not really

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

Yes

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

Yes

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

Podenco Canario vs Doberman Pinscher vs Kerry Blue Terrier Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of Podenco Canario, Doberman Pinscher, and Kerry Blue Terrier. Which has most puppies?
6-12 puppies 6-10 puppies 4-8 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of Podenco Canario, Doberman Pinscher, and Kerry Blue Terrier. Any breeding differences?
60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between Podenco Canario, Doberman Pinscher, and Kerry Blue Terrier. What's recommended?

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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Podenco Canario vs Doberman Pinscher vs Kerry Blue Terrier Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for Podenco Canario, Doberman Pinscher, and Kerry Blue Terrier. How are they classified?
Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1908 as a Working breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1922 as a Terrier breed.
FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for Podenco Canario, Doberman Pinscher, and Kerry Blue Terrier. How are they classified internationally?
Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Primitive type - Hunting Dogs section. Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Pinscher and Schnauzer type section. Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Large and medium sized Terriers section.
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of Podenco Canario, Doberman Pinscher, and Kerry Blue Terrier. Which has most recognition?
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
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
Canadian Canine Registry
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