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Name	Rottweiler	Australian Bulldog	Bulldog
Origins	Germany	Australia	England
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Group	Working Dogs	Companion Dogs	Companion Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Rott Rottie	Aussie Bulldog	British Bulldog English Bulldog
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Rottweiler vs Australian Bulldog vs Bulldog breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Rottweiler vs Australian Bulldog vs Bulldog Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Rottweiler or Australian Bulldog or Bulldog? Which is the smallest dog, Rottweiler or Australian Bulldog or Bulldog?	Large Giant	Medium	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Rottweiler or Australian Bulldog or Australian Bulldog? Rottweiler vs Australian Bulldog vs Bulldog weight comparison:	Male: 95-130 pounds (43-59 kg), Female: 85-115 pounds (38-52 kg)	Male: 60-78 pounds (28-35 kg), Female: 50-61 pounds (23-28 kg)	Male: 53-55 pounds (24-25 kg), Female: 49-51 pounds (22-23 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 112.5 pounds (51 kg), Female: 100 pounds (45 kg)	Male: 69 pounds (31.5 kg), Female: 55.5 pounds (25.5 kg)	Male: 54 pounds (24.5 kg), Female: 50 pounds (22.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Rottweiler or Australian Bulldog or Bulldog? Rottweiler vs Australian Bulldog vs Bulldog height comparison:	Male: 24-27 inches (61-69 cm), Female: 22-25 inches (56-63 cm)	Male: 18-20 inches (46-51 cm), Female: 17-19 inches (44-48 cm)	12-16 inches (31-40 cm), There is no prescribed height, but shorter Bulldogs are more prized when being shown
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 25.5 inches (65 cm), Female: 23.5 inches (59.5 cm)	Male: 19 inches (48.5 cm), Female: 18 inches (46 cm)	14 inches (35.5 cm), There is no prescribed height, but shorter Bulldogs are more prized when being shown

Rottweiler vs Australian Bulldog vs Bulldog Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Rottweiler or Australian Bulldog or Bulldog? Which is more expensive?	$1200-$2000	$500-$700	$1200-$2000
Availability Which is easier to get, Rottweiler or Australian Bulldog or Bulldog?	Very frequent: The Rottweiler is quite easy to get.	Average: The Australian Bulldog is a commonly available dog breed.	Very frequent: The Bulldog is quite easy to get.

Rottweiler vs Australian Bulldog vs Bulldog Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Rottweiler vs Australian Bulldog vs Bulldog intelligence:	Outstanding: Rottweiler is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Low: The Bulldog is one of the dog breeds that have the lowest degree of obedience intelligence. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Rottweiler vs Australian Bulldog vs Bulldog trainability comparison.	Rottweiler dogs are easy to train. See more.	Australian Bulldog dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	A slightly harder to train than average. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Rottweiler or Australian Bulldog or Bulldog?	Rottweiler dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Australian Bulldog dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Bulldog dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Rottweiler or Australian Bulldog or Bulldog? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Rottweiler dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Australian Bulldog dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Bulldog dogs are not the best to protect their territory. See more.
Guard Dog Breeds List

Rottweiler vs Australian Bulldog vs Bulldog Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Rottweiler or Australian Bulldog or Bulldog? Rottweiler vs Australian Bulldog vs Bulldog behavior/temperament comparison:	Independent Protective Alert Courageous Intelligent Loyal Fearless Good-natured	Loving Alert Sensitive Intelligent Loyal Easygoing Familiar	Loving Courageous Friendly Social Sweet Aggressive
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Sensitive: Australian Bulldog dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Rottweiler vs Australian Bulldog vs Bulldog?	Average: Rottweiler dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	Average to High: Australian Bulldog dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	High: Bulldog dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Rottweiler vs Australian Bulldog vs Bulldog social needs comparison:	Rottweiler dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Australian Bulldog dogs are a social breed. See more.	Bulldog dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Rottweiler dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Australian Bulldog dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Bulldog dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Rottweiler dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Australian Bulldog 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. See more.	Bulldog dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Rottweiler vs Australian Bulldog vs Bulldog Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Rottweiler vs Australian Bulldog vs Bulldog playfulness comparison:	Average: Rottweilers, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Australian Bulldogs are not the most playful dog breed. See more.	Bulldogs don't really like playing. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Rottweiler vs Australian Bulldog vs Bulldog?	Low: The Rottweiler barks none to minimal. See more.	Low to Average: The Australian Bulldog rarely barks. See more.	Low: The Bulldog barks none to minimal. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Rottweiler or Australian Bulldog or Bulldog?	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 Rottweiler indoors.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Australian Bulldog breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Bulldog breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Rottweiler vs Australian Bulldog vs Bulldog Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Average: Rottweiler dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Average: Australian Bulldog dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Bulldog dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Rottweiler or Australian Bulldog or Bulldog?	Rottweiler dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Australian Bulldog 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.	Bulldog 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.

Rottweiler vs Australian Bulldog vs Bulldog Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Rottweiler or Australian Bulldog or Bulldog?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Rottweiler bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Australian Bulldog bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Bulldog bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	High 🔼 The Rottweiler has a high chance of biting somebody.	Moderate ⏺ The Australian Bulldog has an average chance of biting somebody.	Moderate ⏺ The Bulldog has an average chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Rottweiler vs Australian Bulldog vs Bulldog mouthiness comparison:	Rottweiler dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Australian Bulldog dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Bulldog dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Rottweiler vs Australian Bulldog vs Bulldog Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Rottweiler vs Australian Bulldog vs Bulldog health comparison. Which is the healthier: Rottweiler vs Australian Bulldog vs Bulldog?	The Rottweiler is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Australian Bulldogs tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	Very healthy dog breed.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Rottweiler vs Australian Bulldog vs Bulldog? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Rottweiler vs Australian Bulldog vs Bulldog health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Allergies Hypothyroidism Bloat Elbow Dysplasia Panosteitis Aortic Stenosis Osteosarcoma Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis	Hip Dysplasia Eye Problems Bloat Dry Skin Obesity	Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Entropion Cherry Eye Demodectic Mange Reverse Sneezing Brachycephalic Syndrome Dry Eye Head Shakes
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Rottweiler should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Frequent The Australian Bulldog should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Rare The Bulldog should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Rottweiler vs Australian Bulldog vs Bulldog lifespan comparison. How long do Rottweiler, Australian Bulldog and Bulldog breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	8-12 years The average lifespan of Rottweiler: 10 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Australian Bulldog: 11 years	8-10 years The average lifespan of Bulldog: 9 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Rottweiler vs Australian Bulldog vs Bulldog?	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	Prefers warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. See more.

Rottweiler vs Australian Bulldog vs Bulldog Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Rottweiler or Australian Bulldog or Bulldog? Rottweiler vs Australian Bulldog vs Bulldog energy level comparison:	Rottweiler dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Australian Bulldog dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Bulldog dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Rottweiler vs Australian Bulldog vs Bulldog exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Rottweiler or Australian Bulldog or Bulldog? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Rottweiler dogs have an average exercise need.	Australian Bulldog dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Bulldog dogs exercise need is very minimal.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Rottweiler or Australian Bulldog or Bulldog?	Rottweiler dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Australian Bulldog dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Bulldog dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Rottweiler vs Australian Bulldog vs Bulldog Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Rottweiler or Australian Bulldog or Bulldog?	Recommended daily amount: 4 to 10 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	2 to 2.5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, divided into two meals.	1/2 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Rottweiler vs Australian Bulldog vs Bulldog weight gain potential comparison:	High: The Rottweiler breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	High: The Australian Bulldog breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	High: The Bulldog breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Rottweiler vs Australian Bulldog vs Bulldog Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Rottweiler vs Australian Bulldog vs Bulldog coat comparison:	Dense	Smooth	Fine
Colors What are the original Rottweiler, Australian Bulldog and Bulldog color?	Black Tan Rust Mahogany	Red Fawn Brindle Orange Mahogany Apricot	Gray Red White Fawn Brindle
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Rottweiler or Australian Bulldog or Bulldog? Rottweiler vs Australian Bulldog vs Bulldog grooming comparison:	Effortless: The Rottweiler requires minimal grooming. See more.	Advanced: The Australian Bulldog requires a lot of grooming. See more.	Average: The Bulldog requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Rottweiler or Australian Bulldog or Bulldog? Rottweiler or Australian Bulldog or {name3 shedding:	Rottweiler dogs shed moderately. See more.	Australian Bulldog dogs shed moderately. See more.	Bulldog dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Rottweiler or Australian Bulldog or Bulldog?	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Hypoallergenic Rottweiler vs Australian Bulldog vs Bulldog hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Rottweiler vs Australian Bulldog vs Bulldog?	Medium ⏺ The Rottweiler has an average chance of bad smell.	High 🔼 The Australian Bulldog has a high chance of bad smell.	High 🔼 The Bulldog has a high chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Rottweiler drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed. See more.	The Australian Bulldog is a big drooler, so if you're disgusted by slobber spots on your clothes, you should choose a dog from another breed. See more.	The Bulldog is a big drooler, so if you're disgusted by slobber spots on your clothes, you should choose a dog from another breed. See more.

Rottweiler vs Australian Bulldog vs Bulldog Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Rottweiler dogs are generally with other pets.	Australian Bulldog dogs are generally with other pets.	Bulldog dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Rottweiler or Australian Bulldog or Bulldog? Which dog is more friendly?	Rottweiler dogs are not stranger friendly dogs.	Australian Bulldog dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Bulldog dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Rottweiler or Australian Bulldog or Bulldog?	Rottweiler dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.	Australian Bulldog dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Bulldog dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Rottweiler or Australian Bulldog or Bulldog?	Rottweiler dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Australian Bulldog dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Bulldog dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Rottweiler or Australian Bulldog or Bulldog?	Rottweiler dogs are not dog-friendly.	Australian Bulldog dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Bulldog dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Rottweiler vs Australian Bulldog vs Bulldog?	Yes Rottweiler dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Australian Bulldog dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	No Bulldog dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Rottweiler is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Australian Bulldog is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Bulldog is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Rottweilers are not the best breed for elderly people.	Australian Bulldogs are usually recommended for elderly people.	Bulldogs are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Rottweiler vs Australian Bulldog vs Bulldog As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Rottweiler or Australian Bulldog or Bulldog? Which is better for autism?	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
Therapy Dog Breeds
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: Rottweiler vs Australian Bulldog vs Bulldog?	Not really Rottweiler breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Australian Bulldog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Bulldog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
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. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Yes A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Fighting Dog / Military Dog	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Rottweiler vs Australian Bulldog vs Bulldog 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. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.
Litter Size How many puppies can Rottweiler and Australian Bulldog and Bulldog have?	8-12 puppies	5-8 puppies	4-5 puppies
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Rottweiler vs Australian Bulldog vs Bulldog Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1931 as a Working breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1886 as a Non-Sporting breed.
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.	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	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 Colonial Rottweiler Club Deutscher Rottweiler Klub International Rottweiler Club	America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc.	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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