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Pumi vs Australian Shepherd vs Giant Schnauzer Comparison - Dog breed selector: Hungarian Herding Terrier or Little Blue Dog or Riesenschnauzer? Find the right dog for you

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Name Pumi Australian Shepherd Giant Schnauzer
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Group Working Dogs Pastoral / Herding Dogs Working Dogs
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Hungarian Herding Terrier
Hungarian Pumi
Little Blue Dog
Aussie
Riesenschnauzer
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Pumi vs Australian Shepherd vs Giant Schnauzer breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Pumi vs Australian Shepherd vs Giant Schnauzer Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Pumi or Australian Shepherd or Giant Schnauzer? Which is the smallest dog, Pumi or Australian Shepherd or Giant Schnauzer?
Medium Large Giant
Weight
Which is heavier, Pumi or Australian Shepherd or Australian Shepherd? Pumi vs Australian Shepherd vs Giant Schnauzer weight comparison:
Male: 22–33 pounds (10-15 kg), Female: 18–29 pounds (8-13 kg) Male: 50-65 pounds (25-29 kg), Female: 40-55 pounds (18-25 kg) Males 60-105 pounds (27-48 kg), Female: 55-75 pounds (25-34 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 22–33 pounds (12.5 kg), Female: 18–29 pounds (10.5 kg) Male: 57.5 pounds (27 kg), Female: 47.5 pounds (21.5 kg) Males 82.5 pounds (37.5 kg), Female: 65 pounds (29.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Pumi or Australian Shepherd or Giant Schnauzer? Pumi vs Australian Shepherd vs Giant Schnauzer height comparison:
Male: 16-19 inches (41-47 cm), Female : 14-17 inches (38-44 cm) Male: 20-23 inches (52-58cm), Female: 18-21 inches (46–53 cm) Male: 26-28 inches (66-71 cm), Female: 23-26 inches (58-66 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 17.5 inches (44 cm), Female : 15.5 inches (41 cm) Male: 21.5 inches (55 cm), Female: 19.5 inches (46–53 cm) Male: 27 inches (68.5 cm), Female: 24.5 inches (62 cm)

Pumi vs Australian Shepherd vs Giant Schnauzer Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Pumi or Australian Shepherd or Giant Schnauzer? Which is more expensive?
$500-$1200 $600-$800 $1000-$1500
Availability
Which is easier to get, Pumi or Australian Shepherd or Giant Schnauzer?
Frequent: The Pumi is easier than average to get.
Very frequent: The Australian Shepherd is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Giant Schnauzer is quite easy to get.

Pumi vs Australian Shepherd vs Giant Schnauzer Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Pumi vs Australian Shepherd vs Giant Schnauzer intelligence:
Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Smart: The Australian Shepherd dogs have great intelligence.
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Smart: The Giant Schnauzer dogs have great intelligence.
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Trainability
Pumi vs Australian Shepherd vs Giant Schnauzer trainability comparison.
Pumi dogs are easy to train.
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Australian Shepherd dogs are very easy to train.
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Giant Schnauzer dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Pumi or Australian Shepherd or Giant Schnauzer?
Pumi dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Australian Shepherd dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Giant Schnauzer dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Pumi or Australian Shepherd or Giant Schnauzer? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Pumi dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Australian Shepherd dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Giant Schnauzer dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Pumi vs Australian Shepherd vs Giant Schnauzer Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Pumi or Australian Shepherd or Giant Schnauzer? Pumi vs Australian Shepherd vs Giant Schnauzer behavior/temperament comparison:
Active
Protective
Alert
Sensitive
Intelligent
Lively
Restless
Reserved
Vocal
Extremely Bold
Suspicious Towards Strangers
Noisy
Active
Loving
Protective
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Good-natured
Powerful
Intelligent
Dominant
Loyal
Kind
Strong
Willed
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
Pumi dogs are less sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Sensitive: Australian Shepherd dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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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: Pumi vs Australian Shepherd vs Giant Schnauzer?
High: Pumi dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Average to High: Australian Shepherd dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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Average: Giant Schnauzer dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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Social Needs
Pumi vs Australian Shepherd vs Giant Schnauzer social needs comparison:
Pumi dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Australian Shepherd dogs are a social breed.
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Giant Schnauzer dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Pumi dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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Australian Shepherd dogs are not the biggest explorers.
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The wanderlust potential of the Giant Schnauzer 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?
Pumi 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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Australian Shepherd dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Giant Schnauzer dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Pumi vs Australian Shepherd vs Giant Schnauzer Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Pumi vs Australian Shepherd vs Giant Schnauzer playfulness comparison:
The Pumi is a highly playful breed.
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The Australian Shepherd is a highly playful breed.
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The Giant Schnauzer is a highly playful breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Pumi vs Australian Shepherd vs Giant Schnauzer?
A lot: Pumi is a particularly loud breed.
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Low to Average: The Australian Shepherd rarely barks.
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Average: The Giant Schnauzer barks occasionally.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Pumi or Australian Shepherd or Giant Schnauzer?
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 Pumi indoors.
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 Australian Shepherd indoors.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Giant Schnauzer breed.

Pumi vs Australian Shepherd vs Giant Schnauzer Adaptability and Independence Comparison

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

Pumi vs Australian Shepherd vs Giant Schnauzer Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Pumi or Australian Shepherd or Giant Schnauzer?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Pumi bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Australian Shepherd bite force: Ordinary.

Above 400 PSI 🔼

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

Low 🔽

The Pumi has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Australian Shepherd has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Giant Schnauzer has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Pumi vs Australian Shepherd vs Giant Schnauzer mouthiness comparison:
Pumi dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Australian Shepherd dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Giant Schnauzer dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Pumi vs Australian Shepherd vs Giant Schnauzer Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Pumi vs Australian Shepherd vs Giant Schnauzer health comparison. Which is the healthier: Pumi vs Australian Shepherd vs Giant Schnauzer?
Pumis tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
The Australian Shepherd is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Giant Schnauzers are commonly healthy dogs.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Pumi vs Australian Shepherd vs Giant Schnauzer? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Pumi vs Australian Shepherd vs Giant Schnauzer health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Patellar Luxation
Elbow Dysplasia
Degenerative Myelopathy
Primary Lens Luxation
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Cancer
Hypothyroidism
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Epilepsy
Deafness
Drug Sensitivity
Elbow Dysplasia
Distichiasis
Collie Eye Anomaly
Detached Retina
Nasal Solar Dermatitis
Osteochondrosis Dissecans
Persistent Pupillary Membranes
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Cancer
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Bloat
Heart Problems
Elbow Dysplasia
Retinal Dysplasia
Glaucoma
Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Frequent
The Pumi should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Average
The Australian Shepherd should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Rare
The Giant Schnauzer should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Life Expectancy
Pumi vs Australian Shepherd vs Giant Schnauzer lifespan comparison. How long do Pumi, Australian Shepherd and Giant Schnauzer breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Pumi: 13 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Australian Shepherd: 13 years
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Giant Schnauzer: 11 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Pumi vs Australian Shepherd vs Giant Schnauzer?
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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Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Australian Shepherd can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Giant Schnauzer can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Pumi vs Australian Shepherd vs Giant Schnauzer Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Pumi or Australian Shepherd or Giant Schnauzer? Pumi vs Australian Shepherd vs Giant Schnauzer energy level comparison:
Pumi dogs are high-energy dogs.
Australian Shepherd dogs are high-energy dogs.
Giant Schnauzer dogs are high-energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Pumi vs Australian Shepherd vs Giant Schnauzer exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Pumi or Australian Shepherd or Giant Schnauzer? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Pumi dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Australian Shepherd dogs need a lot of exercises.
Giant Schnauzer dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Pumi or Australian Shepherd or Giant Schnauzer?
Pumi dogs don't need too much sleep.
Australian Shepherd dogs don't need too much sleep.
Giant Schnauzer dogs don't need too much sleep.

Pumi vs Australian Shepherd vs Giant Schnauzer Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Pumi or Australian Shepherd or Giant Schnauzer?
1 to 1.5 cups 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. 8 to 10 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Pumi vs Australian Shepherd vs Giant Schnauzer weight gain potential comparison:
Average: The Pumi has an average risk for obesity.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Australian Shepherd's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Average: The Giant Schnauzer has an average risk for obesity.
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Pumi vs Australian Shepherd vs Giant Schnauzer Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Pumi vs Australian Shepherd vs Giant Schnauzer coat comparison:
Wiry
Dense
Curly
Wavy
Feathered Wiry
Colors
What are the original Pumi, Australian Shepherd and Giant Schnauzer color?
Black
White
Grey in various shades (normally, the colour at birth is black, turning grey with time)
Fawn. Primary colours: red, yellow, cream (a trace of black or grey and a distinct mask are desirable).
Black
Red
Blue
Merle
Black
Pepper
Salt
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Pumi or Australian Shepherd or Giant Schnauzer? Pumi vs Australian Shepherd vs Giant Schnauzer grooming comparison:
Average: The Pumi requires average grooming effort.
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Average: The Australian Shepherd requires average grooming effort.
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Average: The Giant Schnauzer requires average grooming effort.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Pumi or Australian Shepherd or Giant Schnauzer? Pumi or Australian Shepherd or {name3 shedding:
Pumi dogs shed moderately.
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Australian Shepherd dogs shed moderately.
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Giant Schnauzer dogs shed none to minimal.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Pumi or Australian Shepherd or Giant Schnauzer?
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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8-12 weeks
Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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Hypoallergenic
Pumi vs Australian Shepherd vs Giant Schnauzer 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, Pumi vs Australian Shepherd vs Giant Schnauzer?

Medium

The Pumi has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Australian Shepherd has an average chance of bad smell.

Low 🔽

The Giant Schnauzer has a low chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?
The Pumi is an average drooler.
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The Australian Shepherd is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Giant Schnauzer is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Pumi vs Australian Shepherd vs Giant Schnauzer Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Pumi dogs are generally with other pets.
Australian Shepherd dogs are generally with other pets.
Giant Schnauzer dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Pumi or Australian Shepherd or Giant Schnauzer? Which dog is more friendly?
Pumi dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Australian Shepherd dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Giant Schnauzer dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Pumi or Australian Shepherd or Giant Schnauzer?
Pumi dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Australian Shepherd dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Giant Schnauzer dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Pumi or Australian Shepherd or Giant Schnauzer?
Pumi dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Australian Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Giant Schnauzer dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Pumi or Australian Shepherd or Giant Schnauzer?
Pumi dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Australian Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Giant Schnauzer dogs are not dog-friendly.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Pumi vs Australian Shepherd vs Giant Schnauzer?
Yes
Pumi dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Australian Shepherd dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Giant Schnauzer dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
Pumi is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Australian Shepherd is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Giant Schnauzer is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
Pumis are usually recommended for elderly people.
Australian Shepherds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Giant Schnauzers are not the best breed for elderly people.

Pumi vs Australian Shepherd vs Giant Schnauzer 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: Pumi or Australian Shepherd or Giant Schnauzer? 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: Pumi vs Australian Shepherd vs Giant Schnauzer?

Not really

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

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

Giant Schnauzer 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.

Pumi vs Australian Shepherd vs Giant Schnauzer 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 Pumi and Australian Shepherd and Giant Schnauzer have?
4-6 puppies 6-9 puppies, average 7 5-8 puppies

Pumi vs Australian Shepherd vs Giant Schnauzer Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2016 as a Herding breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1991 as a Herding breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1930 as a Working breed.
FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI?
Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section. Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section. Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Pinscher and Schnauzer type section.
Breed Recognition
What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?
American Canine Registry
America's Pet Registry
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
Foundation Stock Service
American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Dog Registry of America Inc.
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
Australian Shepherd Club Of America
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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