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Rafeiro do Alentejo vs Shiloh Shepherd vs Mackenzie River Husky Comparison - Dog breed selector: Mutt of Alentejo or Shiloh or River Husky? Find the right dog for you

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Name Rafeiro do Alentejo Shiloh Shepherd Mackenzie River Husky
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Group Guard Dogs Pastoral / Herding Dogs Sled Dogs
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Mutt of Alentejo
Portuguese Mastiff
Alentejo Mastiff
Shiloh
Shiloh Shepherd dog
River Husky
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Rafeiro do Alentejo vs Shiloh Shepherd vs Mackenzie River Husky breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Rafeiro do Alentejo vs Shiloh Shepherd vs Mackenzie River Husky Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Rafeiro do Alentejo or Shiloh Shepherd or Mackenzie River Husky? Which is the smallest dog, Rafeiro do Alentejo or Shiloh Shepherd or Mackenzie River Husky?
Giant Giant Large
Giant
Weight
Which is heavier, Rafeiro do Alentejo or Shiloh Shepherd or Shiloh Shepherd? Rafeiro do Alentejo vs Shiloh Shepherd vs Mackenzie River Husky weight comparison:
Male: 110-132 pounds (50-60 kg), Female: 100-121 pounds (45-55 kg) Male: 100-130 pounds (45-59 kg), Female: 80-100 pounds (36-45 kg) 63-104 pounds (29-47 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 121 pounds (55 kg), Female: 110.5 pounds (50 kg) Male: 115 pounds (52 kg), Female: 90 pounds (40.5 kg) 83.5 pounds (38 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Rafeiro do Alentejo or Shiloh Shepherd or Mackenzie River Husky? Rafeiro do Alentejo vs Shiloh Shepherd vs Mackenzie River Husky height comparison:
Male: 27-28 inches (66-75 cm), Female: 25-28 inches (64-70 cm) Male: 28-30 inches (71-76 cm), Female: 26-28 inches (66-71 cm) 26-29 inches (66-74 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 27.5 inches (70.5 cm), Female: 26.5 inches (67 cm) Male: 29 inches (73.5 cm), Female: 27 inches (68.5 cm) 27.5 inches (70 cm)

Rafeiro do Alentejo vs Shiloh Shepherd vs Mackenzie River Husky Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Rafeiro do Alentejo or Shiloh Shepherd or Mackenzie River Husky? Which is more expensive?
$800-$1000 $800-$1000 $1000-$1500
Availability
Which is easier to get, Rafeiro do Alentejo or Shiloh Shepherd or Mackenzie River Husky?
Average: The Rafeiro do Alentejo is a commonly available dog breed.
Average: The Shiloh Shepherd is a commonly available dog breed.
Average: The Mackenzie River Husky is a commonly available dog breed.

Rafeiro do Alentejo vs Shiloh Shepherd vs Mackenzie River Husky Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

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

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Rafeiro do Alentejo or Shiloh Shepherd or Mackenzie River Husky? Rafeiro do Alentejo vs Shiloh Shepherd vs Mackenzie River Husky behavior/temperament comparison:
Independent
Protective
Territorial
Selfish
Calm
Confidence
Sober
Loving
Outgoing
Loyal
Gentle
Trainable
Companionable
Independent
Intelligent
Dominant
Eager
Trustworthy
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
Sensitive: Rafeiro do Alentejo 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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Sensitive: Mackenzie River Husky dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Rafeiro do Alentejo vs Shiloh Shepherd vs Mackenzie River Husky?
Average to High: Rafeiro do Alentejo dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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Average to High: Shiloh Shepherd dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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Average to High: Mackenzie River Husky dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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Social Needs
Rafeiro do Alentejo vs Shiloh Shepherd vs Mackenzie River Husky social needs comparison:
Rafeiro do Alentejo dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Shiloh Shepherd dogs are a social breed.
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Mackenzie River Husky dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
The wanderlust potential of the Rafeiro do Alentejo is strong enough to escape from home.
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Shiloh Shepherd dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Mackenzie River Husky 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?
Rafeiro do Alentejo dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Shiloh Shepherd 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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Mackenzie River Husky dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Rafeiro do Alentejo vs Shiloh Shepherd vs Mackenzie River Husky Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Rafeiro do Alentejo vs Shiloh Shepherd vs Mackenzie River Husky playfulness comparison:
Rafeiro do Alentejos don't really like playing.
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Average: Shiloh Shepherds, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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The Mackenzie River Husky is a playful breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Rafeiro do Alentejo vs Shiloh Shepherd vs Mackenzie River Husky?
Low to Average: The Rafeiro do Alentejo rarely barks.
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Low to Average: The Shiloh Shepherd rarely barks.
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Average: The Mackenzie River Husky barks occasionally.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Rafeiro do Alentejo or Shiloh Shepherd or Mackenzie River Husky?
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Rafeiro do Alentejo 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 Shiloh Shepherd indoors.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Mackenzie River Husky breed.

Rafeiro do Alentejo vs Shiloh Shepherd vs Mackenzie River Husky Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
Average: Rafeiro do Alentejo dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Average: Shiloh Shepherd dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Average: Mackenzie River Husky dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Rafeiro do Alentejo or Shiloh Shepherd or Mackenzie River Husky?
Rafeiro do Alentejo dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
Shiloh 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.

Rafeiro do Alentejo vs Shiloh Shepherd vs Mackenzie River Husky Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Rafeiro do Alentejo or Shiloh Shepherd or Mackenzie River Husky?

Above 400 PSI 🔼

Rafeiro do Alentejo bite force: The Strongest.

Above 400 PSI 🔼

Shiloh Shepherd bite force: The Strongest.

Above 400 PSI 🔼

Mackenzie River Husky bite force: The Strongest.
Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:

Low 🔽

The Rafeiro do Alentejo has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Shiloh Shepherd has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Mackenzie River Husky has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Rafeiro do Alentejo vs Shiloh Shepherd vs Mackenzie River Husky mouthiness comparison:
Rafeiro do Alentejo dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Shiloh Shepherd dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Mackenzie River Husky dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Rafeiro do Alentejo vs Shiloh Shepherd vs Mackenzie River Husky Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Rafeiro do Alentejo vs Shiloh Shepherd vs Mackenzie River Husky health comparison. Which is the healthier: Rafeiro do Alentejo vs Shiloh Shepherd vs Mackenzie River Husky?
Rafeiro do Alentejos tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Shiloh Shepherds tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
The Mackenzie River Husky 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: Rafeiro do Alentejo vs Shiloh Shepherd vs Mackenzie River Husky? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Rafeiro do Alentejo vs Shiloh Shepherd vs Mackenzie River Husky health problems comparison:
No data available No data available No data available
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Frequent
The Rafeiro do Alentejo should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Frequent
The Shiloh Shepherd should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Average
The Mackenzie River Husky should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Life Expectancy
Rafeiro do Alentejo vs Shiloh Shepherd vs Mackenzie River Husky lifespan comparison. How long do Rafeiro do Alentejo, Shiloh Shepherd and Mackenzie River Husky breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Rafeiro do Alentejo: 11 years
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Shiloh Shepherd: 13 years
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Mackenzie River Husky: 13 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Rafeiro do Alentejo vs Shiloh Shepherd vs Mackenzie River Husky?
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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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 cold weather
The Mackenzie River Husky can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog.
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Rafeiro do Alentejo vs Shiloh Shepherd vs Mackenzie River Husky Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Rafeiro do Alentejo or Shiloh Shepherd or Mackenzie River Husky? Rafeiro do Alentejo vs Shiloh Shepherd vs Mackenzie River Husky energy level comparison:
Rafeiro do Alentejo dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.
Shiloh Shepherd dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Mackenzie River Husky dogs are high-energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Rafeiro do Alentejo vs Shiloh Shepherd vs Mackenzie River Husky exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Rafeiro do Alentejo or Shiloh Shepherd or Mackenzie River Husky? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Rafeiro do Alentejo dogs exercise need is minimal.
Shiloh Shepherd dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Mackenzie River Husky dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Rafeiro do Alentejo or Shiloh Shepherd or Mackenzie River Husky?
Rafeiro do Alentejo dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.
Shiloh Shepherd dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Mackenzie River Husky dogs don't need too much sleep.

Rafeiro do Alentejo vs Shiloh Shepherd vs Mackenzie River Husky Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Rafeiro do Alentejo or Shiloh Shepherd or Mackenzie River Husky?
5 to 6 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 4 to 5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 4 to 5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Rafeiro do Alentejo vs Shiloh Shepherd vs Mackenzie River Husky weight gain potential comparison:
Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Rafeiro do Alentejo's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Average: The Shiloh Shepherd has an average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Mackenzie River Husky has an average risk for obesity.
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Rafeiro do Alentejo vs Shiloh Shepherd vs Mackenzie River Husky Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Rafeiro do Alentejo vs Shiloh Shepherd vs Mackenzie River Husky coat comparison:
Dense
Straight
Double
Smooth
Double
Thick
Straight
Colors
What are the original Rafeiro do Alentejo, Shiloh Shepherd and Mackenzie River Husky color?
Black
Gray
Fawn
Yellow
Brindle
Black
White
Silver
Golden
Grey
Black & Tan
Black & White
Black & White & Grey
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Rafeiro do Alentejo or Shiloh Shepherd or Mackenzie River Husky? Rafeiro do Alentejo vs Shiloh Shepherd vs Mackenzie River Husky grooming comparison:
Easy to groom: The Rafeiro do Alentejo doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Easy to groom: The Shiloh Shepherd doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Average: The Mackenzie River Husky requires average grooming effort.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Rafeiro do Alentejo or Shiloh Shepherd or Mackenzie River Husky? Rafeiro do Alentejo or Shiloh Shepherd or {name3 shedding:
Rafeiro do Alentejo dogs shed moderately.
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Shiloh Shepherd dogs shed moderately.
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Mackenzie River Husky dogs shed above average.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Rafeiro do Alentejo or Shiloh Shepherd or Mackenzie River Husky?
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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6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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Hypoallergenic
Rafeiro do Alentejo vs Shiloh Shepherd vs Mackenzie River Husky 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, Rafeiro do Alentejo vs Shiloh Shepherd vs Mackenzie River Husky?

Medium

The Rafeiro do Alentejo has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Shiloh Shepherd has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Mackenzie River Husky has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?
The Rafeiro do Alentejo is an average drooler.
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The Shiloh Shepherd is an average drooler.
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The Mackenzie River Husky is an average drooler.
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Rafeiro do Alentejo vs Shiloh Shepherd vs Mackenzie River Husky Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Rafeiro do Alentejo dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Shiloh Shepherd dogs are generally with other pets.
Mackenzie River Husky dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Rafeiro do Alentejo or Shiloh Shepherd or Mackenzie River Husky? Which dog is more friendly?
Rafeiro do Alentejo dogs are not stranger friendly dogs.
Shiloh Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Mackenzie River Husky dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Rafeiro do Alentejo or Shiloh Shepherd or Mackenzie River Husky?
Rafeiro do Alentejo dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Shiloh Shepherd dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Mackenzie River Husky dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Rafeiro do Alentejo or Shiloh Shepherd or Mackenzie River Husky?
Rafeiro do Alentejo dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Shiloh Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Mackenzie River Husky dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Rafeiro do Alentejo or Shiloh Shepherd or Mackenzie River Husky?
Rafeiro do Alentejo dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Shiloh Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Mackenzie River Husky dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Rafeiro do Alentejo vs Shiloh Shepherd vs Mackenzie River Husky?
No
Rafeiro do Alentejo dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.
Yes
Shiloh Shepherd dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Mackenzie River Husky dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
Rafeiro do Alentejo is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Shiloh Shepherd is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Mackenzie River Husky is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
Rafeiro do Alentejos are usually recommended for elderly people.
Shiloh Shepherds are usually recommended for elderly people.
Mackenzie River Huskys are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Rafeiro do Alentejo vs Shiloh Shepherd vs Mackenzie River Husky 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: Rafeiro do Alentejo or Shiloh Shepherd or Mackenzie River Husky? 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: Rafeiro do Alentejo vs Shiloh Shepherd vs Mackenzie River Husky?

Not really

Rafeiro do Alentejo breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

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

Mackenzie River Husky 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?

Yes

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.

Rafeiro do Alentejo vs Shiloh Shepherd vs Mackenzie River Husky 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 Rafeiro do Alentejo and Shiloh Shepherd and Mackenzie River Husky have?
3-5 puppies 6-12 puppies 4-8 puppies

Rafeiro do Alentejo vs Shiloh Shepherd vs Mackenzie River Husky Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI?
Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type section. Not recognized by FCI. Not recognized by FCI.
Breed Recognition
What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?
No data available No data available No data available

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