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Portuguese Water Dog vs Afghan Hound vs Wire Fox Terrier Comparison - Dog breed selector: Cao De Agua or Da Kochyano Spay or Foxie? Find the right dog for you

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Name Portuguese Water Dog Afghan Hound Wire Fox Terrier
OriginsPortugal flagPortugal Afghanistan flagAfghanistan England flagEngland
Group Working Dogs Hunting Dogs Hunting Dogs
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Cao De Agua
Portie
Water Dog
Da Kochyano Spay
Eastern Greyhound
Persian Greyhound
Ogar Afgan
Sage Balochi
Tazhi Spay
Tazi
Baluchi Hound
Foxie
Wire Hair Fox Terrier
Wirehaired Terrier
Wire Fox Terrier
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Portuguese Water Dog vs Afghan Hound vs Wire Fox Terrier breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Portuguese Water Dog vs Afghan Hound vs Wire Fox Terrier Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Portuguese Water Dog or Afghan Hound or Wire Fox Terrier? Which is the smallest dog, Portuguese Water Dog or Afghan Hound or Wire Fox Terrier?
Medium Large Small
Weight
Which is heavier, Portuguese Water Dog or Afghan Hound or Afghan Hound? Portuguese Water Dog vs Afghan Hound vs Wire Fox Terrier weight comparison:
Male: 42-55 pounds (19-25 kg), Female: 35-49 pounds (16-22 kg) 50-64 pounds (22-34 kg)
Male: 50-60 pounds (23-27 kg), Female: 40-55 pounds (18-25 kg)
Male: 15-20 pounds (7-9 kg), Female: 13-18 pounds (6-8 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 48.5 pounds (22 kg), Female: 42 pounds (19 kg) 57 pounds (28 kg) Male: 17.5 pounds (8 kg), Female: 15.5 pounds (7 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Portuguese Water Dog or Afghan Hound or Wire Fox Terrier? Portuguese Water Dog vs Afghan Hound vs Wire Fox Terrier height comparison:
Male: 20-22 inches (50-57 cm), Female: 17-20 inches (43-52 cm) 27-29 inches (69-74 cm) Male: 14-16 inches (36-41 cm), Female: 13-15 inches (33-38 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 21 inches (53.5 cm), Female: 18.5 inches (47.5 cm) 28 inches (71.5 cm) Male: 15 inches (38.5 cm), Female: 14 inches (35.5 cm)

Portuguese Water Dog vs Afghan Hound vs Wire Fox Terrier Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Portuguese Water Dog or Afghan Hound or Wire Fox Terrier? Which is more expensive?
$2500-$2800 $2000-$2500 $800-$1200
Availability
Which is easier to get, Portuguese Water Dog or Afghan Hound or Wire Fox Terrier?
Very frequent: The Portuguese Water Dog is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Afghan Hound is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Wire Fox Terrier is quite easy to get.

Portuguese Water Dog vs Afghan Hound vs Wire Fox Terrier Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Portuguese Water Dog vs Afghan Hound vs Wire Fox Terrier intelligence:
Smart: The Portuguese Water Dog dogs have great intelligence.
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Low: The Afghan Hound 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
Portuguese Water Dog vs Afghan Hound vs Wire Fox Terrier trainability comparison.
Portuguese Water Dog dogs are easy to train.
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Afghan Hound dogs are quite easy to train.
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Wire Fox Terrier dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Portuguese Water Dog or Afghan Hound or Wire Fox Terrier?
Portuguese Water Dog dogs are good watchdogs.
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Afghan Hound dogs are not the best choice if you want a good watchdog.
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Wire Fox Terrier dogs are average watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Portuguese Water Dog or Afghan Hound or Wire Fox Terrier? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Portuguese Water Dog dogs are average defenders.
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Afghan Hound dogs can't provide protection for their territory.
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Wire Fox Terrier dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Portuguese Water Dog vs Afghan Hound vs Wire Fox Terrier Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Portuguese Water Dog or Afghan Hound or Wire Fox Terrier? Portuguese Water Dog vs Afghan Hound vs Wire Fox Terrier behavior/temperament comparison:
Intelligent
Docile
Obedient
Brave
Impetuous
Quarrelsome
Aloof
Dignified
Independent
Clownish
Happy
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Quick
Bold
Fearless
Keen
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Sensitive: Afghan Hound dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Wire Fox 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: Portuguese Water Dog vs Afghan Hound vs Wire Fox Terrier?
High: Portuguese Water Dog dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Average: Afghan Hound dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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High: Wire Fox Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Portuguese Water Dog vs Afghan Hound vs Wire Fox Terrier social needs comparison:
Portuguese Water Dog dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Afghan Hound dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Wire Fox Terrier dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Portuguese Water Dog dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Afghan Hound dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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Wire Fox Terrier dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Portuguese Water Dog 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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Afghan Hound dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Wire Fox Terrier dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Portuguese Water Dog vs Afghan Hound vs Wire Fox Terrier Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Portuguese Water Dog vs Afghan Hound vs Wire Fox Terrier playfulness comparison:
The Portuguese Water Dog is a playful breed.
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Average: Afghan Hounds, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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The Wire Fox Terrier is a highly playful breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Portuguese Water Dog vs Afghan Hound vs Wire Fox Terrier?
Low to Average: The Portuguese Water Dog rarely barks.
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Low: The Afghan Hound barks none to minimal.
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A lot: Wire Fox Terrier is a particularly loud breed.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Portuguese Water Dog or Afghan Hound or Wire Fox Terrier?
Apartment-friendly dog the Portuguese Water Dog breed.
Very house-friendly dog the Afghan Hound 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 Wire Fox Terrier indoors.

Portuguese Water Dog vs Afghan Hound vs Wire Fox Terrier Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
Portuguese Water Dog dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Afghan Hound dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Wire Fox Terrier dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Portuguese Water Dog or Afghan Hound or Wire Fox Terrier?
Portuguese Water Dog 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.
Wire Fox Terrier dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Portuguese Water Dog vs Afghan Hound vs Wire Fox Terrier Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Portuguese Water Dog or Afghan Hound or Wire Fox Terrier?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Portuguese Water Dog bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Afghan Hound bite force: Ordinary.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Wire Fox Terrier bite force: Weak.
Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:

Low 🔽

The Portuguese Water Dog has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Afghan Hound has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Wire Fox Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Portuguese Water Dog vs Afghan Hound vs Wire Fox Terrier mouthiness comparison:
Portuguese Water Dog dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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Afghan Hound dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Wire Fox Terrier dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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Portuguese Water Dog vs Afghan Hound vs Wire Fox Terrier Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Portuguese Water Dog vs Afghan Hound vs Wire Fox Terrier health comparison. Which is the healthier: Portuguese Water Dog vs Afghan Hound vs Wire Fox Terrier?
The Portuguese Water Dog is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The Afghan Hound is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The Wire Fox Terrier 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: Portuguese Water Dog vs Afghan Hound vs Wire Fox Terrier? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Portuguese Water Dog vs Afghan Hound vs Wire Fox Terrier health problems comparison:
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Entropion
Ectropion
Distichiasis
Persistent Pupillary Membranes
Addison's Disease
Megaesophagus
Irritable Bowel Disease (ibd)
Abnormally Small Eyes
GM-1 Storage Disease
Juvenile Dilated Cardiomyopathy
Gastrointestinal Diseases
Colitis
Hemorrhagic Gastroenteritis
Lymphangiectasia
Cataracts
Allergies
Cancer
Hypothyroidism
Legg-perthes Disease
Eye Problems
Epilepsy
Deafness
Arthritis
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Average
The Portuguese Water Dog should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Average
The Afghan Hound should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Average
The Wire Fox Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Life Expectancy
Portuguese Water Dog vs Afghan Hound vs Wire Fox Terrier lifespan comparison. How long do Portuguese Water Dog, Afghan Hound and Wire Fox Terrier breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
10-14 years
The average lifespan of Portuguese Water Dog: 12 years
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Afghan Hound: 13 years
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Wire Fox Terrier: 13 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Portuguese Water Dog vs Afghan Hound vs Wire Fox Terrier?
Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Portuguese Water 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 Afghan Hound can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog.
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Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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Portuguese Water Dog vs Afghan Hound vs Wire Fox Terrier Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Portuguese Water Dog or Afghan Hound or Wire Fox Terrier? Portuguese Water Dog vs Afghan Hound vs Wire Fox Terrier energy level comparison:
Portuguese Water Dog dogs are high-energy dogs.
Afghan Hound dogs are high-energy dogs.
Wire Fox Terrier dogs are high-energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Portuguese Water Dog vs Afghan Hound vs Wire Fox Terrier exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Portuguese Water Dog or Afghan Hound or Wire Fox Terrier? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Portuguese Water Dog dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Afghan Hound dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Wire Fox Terrier dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Portuguese Water Dog or Afghan Hound or Wire Fox Terrier?
Portuguese Water Dog dogs don't need too much sleep.
Afghan Hound dogs don't need too much sleep.
Wire Fox Terrier dogs don't need too much sleep.

Portuguese Water Dog vs Afghan Hound vs Wire Fox Terrier Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Portuguese Water Dog or Afghan Hound or Wire Fox Terrier?
2 to 2.5 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 2 to 2.5 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.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Portuguese Water Dog vs Afghan Hound vs Wire Fox Terrier weight gain potential comparison:
Average: The Portuguese Water Dog has an average risk for obesity.
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Low: The Afghan Hound has good luck with genetics.
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Low to Average: The Wire Fox Terrier has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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Portuguese Water Dog vs Afghan Hound vs Wire Fox Terrier Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Portuguese Water Dog vs Afghan Hound vs Wire Fox Terrier coat comparison:
Curly Fine Wiry
Colors
What are the original Portuguese Water Dog, Afghan Hound and Wire Fox Terrier color?
Black
White
Brown
Black
Tan
Red
Blue
Cream
White
Silver
White
White & Black
White & Tan
White & Black & Tan
White & Tan & Black
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Portuguese Water Dog or Afghan Hound or Wire Fox Terrier? Portuguese Water Dog vs Afghan Hound vs Wire Fox Terrier grooming comparison:
Average: The Portuguese Water Dog requires average grooming effort.
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Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition.
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Average: The Wire Fox Terrier requires average grooming effort.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Portuguese Water Dog or Afghan Hound or Wire Fox Terrier? Portuguese Water Dog or Afghan Hound or {name3 shedding:
Portuguese Water Dog dogs shed none to minimal.
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Afghan Hound dogs shed moderately.
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Wire Fox Terrier dogs shed none to minimal.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Portuguese Water Dog or Afghan Hound or Wire Fox Terrier?
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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8-12 weeks
Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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Hypoallergenic
Portuguese Water Dog vs Afghan Hound vs Wire Fox Terrier hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?
Yes See more. Yes See more. Yes See more.
Stinkiness
Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Portuguese Water Dog vs Afghan Hound vs Wire Fox Terrier?

Low 🔽

The Portuguese Water Dog has a low chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Afghan Hound has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Wire Fox Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?
The Portuguese Water Dog is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Afghan Hound is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Wire Fox Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Portuguese Water Dog vs Afghan Hound vs Wire Fox Terrier Good With Comparison

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

Portuguese Water Dog vs Afghan Hound vs Wire Fox Terrier As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog
Which one could be a service dog?

Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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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: Portuguese Water Dog or Afghan Hound or Wire Fox Terrier? 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: Portuguese Water Dog vs Afghan Hound vs Wire Fox Terrier?

Yes

Portuguese Water Dog breed usually likes being on a boat.
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Not really

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

Wire Fox Terrier 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.

Portuguese Water Dog vs Afghan Hound vs Wire Fox Terrier Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length 60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency

Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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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 Portuguese Water Dog and Afghan Hound and Wire Fox Terrier have?
4-8 puppies 6-8 puppies 4-6 puppies

Portuguese Water Dog vs Afghan Hound vs Wire Fox Terrier Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1983 as a Hound breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1926 as a Hound breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Terrier breed.
FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI?
Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Water Dogs section. Recognized by FCI in the Sighthounds group, in the Long-haired or fringed Sighthounds section. Not recognized by FCI.
Breed Recognition
What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?
American Kennel Club
Canadian Kennel Club
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Australian National Kennel Council
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
The Kennel Club
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
American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
Club Espanol De Terriers

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