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Rottweiler vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Chow Chow Comparison - Dog breed selector: Rott or Cardi or Chowdren? Find the right dog for you

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Name Rottweiler Cardigan Welsh Corgi Chow Chow
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Group Working Dogs Pastoral / Herding Dogs Companion Dogs
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Rott
Rottie
Cardi
Cardigan
Chowdren
Chow
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Rottweiler vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Chow Chow breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Rottweiler vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Chow Chow Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Rottweiler or Cardigan Welsh Corgi or Chow Chow? Which is the smallest dog, Rottweiler or Cardigan Welsh Corgi or Chow Chow?
Large
Giant
Medium Medium
Weight
Which is heavier, Rottweiler or Cardigan Welsh Corgi or Cardigan Welsh Corgi? Rottweiler vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Chow Chow weight comparison:
Male: 95-130 pounds (43-59 kg), Female: 85-115 pounds (38-52 kg) Male: 25-30 pounds (11-14 kg), Female: 25-30 pounds (11-14 kg) 45-70 pounds (20-32 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 112.5 pounds (51 kg), Female: 100 pounds (45 kg) Male: 27.5 pounds (12.5 kg), Female: 27.5 pounds (12.5 kg) 57.5 pounds (26 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Rottweiler or Cardigan Welsh Corgi or Chow Chow? Rottweiler vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Chow Chow height comparison:
Male: 24-27 inches (61-69 cm), Female: 22-25 inches (56-63 cm) Male: 10-13 inches (25-33 cm), Female: 10-13 inches (25-33 cm) Male: 20-22 inches (51-56 cm), Female: 18-20 inches (46-51 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 25.5 inches (65 cm), Female: 23.5 inches (59.5 cm) Male: 11.5 inches (29 cm), Female: 11.5 inches (29 cm) 20 inches (51 cm)

Rottweiler vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Chow Chow Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Rottweiler or Cardigan Welsh Corgi or Chow Chow? Which is more expensive?
$1200-$2000 $1000-$1300 $600-$800
Availability
Which is easier to get, Rottweiler or Cardigan Welsh Corgi or Chow Chow?
Very frequent: The Rottweiler is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Cardigan Welsh Corgi is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Chow Chow is quite easy to get.

Rottweiler vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Chow Chow Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Rottweiler vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Chow Chow intelligence:
Outstanding: Rottweiler is one of the brightest dog breeds.
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Very smart: Cardigan Welsh Corgi is an excellent dog breed.
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Low: The Chow Chow is one of the dog breeds that have the lowest degree of obedience intelligence.
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Trainability
Rottweiler vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Chow Chow trainability comparison.
Rottweiler dogs are easy to train.
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Cardigan Welsh Corgi dogs are quite easy to train.
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A slightly harder to train than average.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Rottweiler or Cardigan Welsh Corgi or Chow Chow?
Rottweiler dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Cardigan Welsh Corgi dogs are good watchdogs.
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Chow Chow dogs are average watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Rottweiler or Cardigan Welsh Corgi or Chow Chow? 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.
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Cardigan Welsh Corgi dogs are average defenders.
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Chow Chow dogs are average defenders.
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Rottweiler vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Chow Chow Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Rottweiler or Cardigan Welsh Corgi or Chow Chow? Rottweiler vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Chow Chow behavior/temperament comparison:
Independent
Protective
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Loyal
Fearless
Good-natured
Active
Alert
Intelligent
Affectionate
Devoted
Gentle
Companionable
Aloof
Independent
Protective
Intelligent
Loyal
Quiet
Detached
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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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Chow Chow dogs are less sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Rottweiler vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Chow Chow?
Average: Rottweiler dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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High: Cardigan Welsh Corgi dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Slightly Below Average: Chow Chow dogs may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence.
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Social Needs
Rottweiler vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Chow Chow social needs comparison:
Rottweiler dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Cardigan Welsh Corgi dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Chow Chow dogs are kinda antisocial.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Rottweiler dogs tend to escape less than other breeds.
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Cardigan Welsh Corgi dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Chow Chow dogs tend to escape less than other breeds.
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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.
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Cardigan Welsh Corgi dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Chow Chow dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals.
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Rottweiler vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Chow Chow Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Rottweiler vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Chow Chow playfulness comparison:
Average: Rottweilers, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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The Cardigan Welsh Corgi is a playful breed.
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Chow Chows are not the most playful dog breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Rottweiler vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Chow Chow?
Low: The Rottweiler barks none to minimal.
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Average: The Cardigan Welsh Corgi barks occasionally.
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Low: The Chow Chow barks none to minimal.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Rottweiler or Cardigan Welsh Corgi or Chow Chow?
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.
Very house-friendly dog the Cardigan Welsh Corgi 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 Chow Chow indoors.

Rottweiler vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Chow Chow 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.
Cardigan Welsh Corgi dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Chow Chow dogs don't adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Rottweiler or Cardigan Welsh Corgi or Chow Chow?
Rottweiler 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.
Chow Chow dogs handle alone time quite well.

Rottweiler vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Chow Chow Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Rottweiler or Cardigan Welsh Corgi or Chow Chow?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Rottweiler bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Cardigan Welsh Corgi bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Chow Chow bite force: Ordinary.
Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:

High 🔼

The Rottweiler has a high chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Cardigan Welsh Corgi has a low chance of biting somebody.

Moderate

The Chow Chow has an average chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Rottweiler vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Chow Chow mouthiness comparison:
Rottweiler dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Cardigan Welsh Corgi dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Chow Chow dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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Rottweiler vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Chow Chow Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Rottweiler vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Chow Chow health comparison. Which is the healthier: Rottweiler vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Chow Chow?
The Rottweiler is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Cardigan Welsh Corgis tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
The Chow Chow 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: Rottweiler vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Chow Chow? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Rottweiler vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Chow Chow health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Hypothyroidism
Bloat
Elbow Dysplasia
Panosteitis
Aortic Stenosis
Osteosarcoma
Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Patent Ductus Arteriosis
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Von Willebrand's Disease
Epilepsy
Intervertebral Disk Disease
Retinal Dysplasia
Degenerative Myelopathy
Cystinuria
Hip Dysplasia
Ectropion
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 Cardigan Welsh Corgi should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Average
The Chow Chow should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Life Expectancy
Rottweiler vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Chow Chow lifespan comparison. How long do Rottweiler, Cardigan Welsh Corgi and Chow Chow breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
8-12 years
The average lifespan of Rottweiler: 10 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Cardigan Welsh Corgi: 13 years
13-15 years
The average lifespan of Chow Chow: 14 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Rottweiler vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Chow Chow?
Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
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Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Cardigan Welsh Corgi 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 Chow Chow can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog.
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Rottweiler vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Chow Chow Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Rottweiler or Cardigan Welsh Corgi or Chow Chow? Rottweiler vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Chow Chow energy level comparison:
Rottweiler dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Cardigan Welsh Corgi dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Chow Chow dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Rottweiler vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Chow Chow exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Rottweiler or Cardigan Welsh Corgi or Chow Chow? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Rottweiler dogs have an average exercise need.
Cardigan Welsh Corgi dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Chow Chow dogs exercise need is minimal.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Rottweiler or Cardigan Welsh Corgi or Chow Chow?
Rottweiler dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Cardigan Welsh Corgi dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
Chow Chow dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.

Rottweiler vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Chow Chow Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Rottweiler or Cardigan Welsh Corgi or Chow Chow?
Recommended daily amount: 4 to 10 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 1 to 1.5 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? Rottweiler vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Chow Chow weight gain potential comparison:
High: The Rottweiler breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Cardigan Welsh Corgi's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Chow Chow's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Rottweiler vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Chow Chow Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Rottweiler vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Chow Chow coat comparison:
Dense Fine Rough
Colors
What are the original Rottweiler, Cardigan Welsh Corgi and Chow Chow color?
Black
Tan
Rust
Mahogany
Blue & Merle & White
Sable & White
Red & White
Black & White
Brindle & White
Black
Red
Blue
Cream
Cinnamon
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Rottweiler or Cardigan Welsh Corgi or Chow Chow? Rottweiler vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Chow Chow grooming comparison:
Effortless: The Rottweiler requires minimal grooming.
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Average: The Cardigan Welsh Corgi 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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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Rottweiler or Cardigan Welsh Corgi or Chow Chow? Rottweiler or Cardigan Welsh Corgi or {name3 shedding:
Rottweiler dogs shed moderately.
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Cardigan Welsh Corgi dogs shed above average.
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Chow Chow dogs shed above average.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Rottweiler or Cardigan Welsh Corgi or Chow Chow?
4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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Hypoallergenic
Rottweiler vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Chow Chow 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, Rottweiler vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Chow Chow?

Medium

The Rottweiler has an average chance of bad smell.

Low 🔽

The Cardigan Welsh Corgi has a low chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Chow Chow has an average 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.
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The Cardigan Welsh Corgi is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Chow Chow is an average drooler.
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Rottweiler vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Chow Chow Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Rottweiler dogs are generally with other pets.
Cardigan Welsh Corgi dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Chow Chow dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Rottweiler or Cardigan Welsh Corgi or Chow Chow? Which dog is more friendly?
Rottweiler dogs are not stranger friendly dogs.
Cardigan Welsh Corgi dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Chow Chow dogs are not stranger friendly dogs.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Rottweiler or Cardigan Welsh Corgi or Chow Chow?
Rottweiler dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.
Cardigan Welsh Corgi dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Chow Chow dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Rottweiler or Cardigan Welsh Corgi or Chow Chow?
Rottweiler dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Cardigan Welsh Corgi dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Chow Chow dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Rottweiler or Cardigan Welsh Corgi or Chow Chow?
Rottweiler dogs are not dog-friendly.
Cardigan Welsh Corgi dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Chow Chow dogs are not dog-friendly.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Rottweiler vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Chow Chow?
Yes
Rottweiler dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Cardigan Welsh Corgi dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
No
Chow Chow 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
Cardigan Welsh Corgi is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Chow Chow 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.
Cardigan Welsh Corgis are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Chow Chows are not the best breed for elderly people.

Rottweiler vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Chow Chow As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog
Which one could be a service dog?

Yes

This breed makes good 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: Rottweiler or Cardigan Welsh Corgi or Chow Chow? Which is better for autism?

Yes

This breed makes a perfect 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: Rottweiler vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Chow Chow?

Not really

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

Cardigan Welsh Corgi breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Chow Chow 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

Yes

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

Not really

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

Yes

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

Rottweiler vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Chow Chow 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 Rottweiler and Cardigan Welsh Corgi and Chow Chow have?
8-12 puppies 4-7 puppies 3-6 puppies

Rottweiler vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Chow Chow Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1931 as a Working breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1935 as a Herding breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1903 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 Spitz and primitive types group, in the Asian Spitz and related breeds 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
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
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

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