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Rottweiler vs Giant Schnauzer vs American Bulldog Comparison - Dog breed selector: Rott or Riesenschnauzer or AM Bulldog? Find the right dog for you

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Name Rottweiler Giant Schnauzer American Bulldog
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Rott
Rottie
Riesenschnauzer AM Bulldog
American Bulldogge
American Bulldoggee
Old Country Bulldog
AmBulldog
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Rottweiler vs Giant Schnauzer vs American Bulldog breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Rottweiler vs Giant Schnauzer vs American Bulldog Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Rottweiler or Giant Schnauzer or American Bulldog? Which is the smallest dog, Rottweiler or Giant Schnauzer or American Bulldog?
Large
Giant
Giant Large
Weight
Which is heavier, Rottweiler or Giant Schnauzer or Giant Schnauzer? Rottweiler vs Giant Schnauzer vs American Bulldog weight comparison:
Male: 95-130 pounds (43-59 kg), Female: 85-115 pounds (38-52 kg) Males 60-105 pounds (27-48 kg), Female: 55-75 pounds (25-34 kg) Male: 70-120 pounds (32-54 kg), Female: 60-100 pounds (27-45 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 112.5 pounds (51 kg), Female: 100 pounds (45 kg) Males 82.5 pounds (37.5 kg), Female: 65 pounds (29.5 kg) Male: 95 pounds (43 kg), Female: 80 pounds (36 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Rottweiler or Giant Schnauzer or American Bulldog? Rottweiler vs Giant Schnauzer vs American Bulldog height comparison:
Male: 24-27 inches (61-69 cm), Female: 22-25 inches (56-63 cm) Male: 26-28 inches (66-71 cm), Female: 23-26 inches (58-66 cm) Male: 22-28 inches (55-70 cm), Female: 20-26 inches (52-65 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: 27 inches (68.5 cm), Female: 24.5 inches (62 cm) Male: 25 inches (62.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (58.5 cm)

Rottweiler vs Giant Schnauzer vs American Bulldog Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Rottweiler or Giant Schnauzer or American Bulldog? Which is more expensive?
$1200-$2000 $1000-$1500 $500-$600
Availability
Which is easier to get, Rottweiler or Giant Schnauzer or American Bulldog?
Very frequent: The Rottweiler is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Giant Schnauzer is quite easy to get.
Average: The American Bulldog is a commonly available dog breed.

Rottweiler vs Giant Schnauzer vs American Bulldog Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Rottweiler vs Giant Schnauzer vs American Bulldog intelligence:
Outstanding: Rottweiler is one of the brightest dog breeds.
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Smart: The Giant Schnauzer dogs have great intelligence.
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Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Trainability
Rottweiler vs Giant Schnauzer vs American Bulldog trainability comparison.
Rottweiler dogs are easy to train.
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Giant Schnauzer dogs are easy to train.
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American Bulldog dogs are quite easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Rottweiler or Giant Schnauzer or American Bulldog?
Rottweiler dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Giant Schnauzer dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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American Bulldog dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Rottweiler or Giant Schnauzer or American 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.
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Giant Schnauzer dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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American Bulldog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Rottweiler vs Giant Schnauzer vs American Bulldog Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Rottweiler or Giant Schnauzer or American Bulldog? Rottweiler vs Giant Schnauzer vs American Bulldog behavior/temperament comparison:
Independent
Protective
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Loyal
Fearless
Good-natured
Powerful
Intelligent
Dominant
Loyal
Kind
Strong
Willed
Loving
Energetic
Alert
Courageous
Affectionate
Gentle
Going
Social
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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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Rottweiler vs Giant Schnauzer vs American Bulldog?
Average: Rottweiler dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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Average: Giant Schnauzer dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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High: American Bulldog dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Rottweiler vs Giant Schnauzer vs American Bulldog social needs comparison:
Rottweiler dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Giant Schnauzer dogs need for social interaction is average.
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American Bulldog dogs are a social breed.
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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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The wanderlust potential of the Giant Schnauzer is strong enough to escape from home.
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American Bulldog 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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Giant Schnauzer dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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American 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.
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Rottweiler vs Giant Schnauzer vs American Bulldog Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Rottweiler vs Giant Schnauzer vs American Bulldog playfulness comparison:
Average: Rottweilers, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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The Giant Schnauzer is a highly playful breed.
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The American Bulldog is a playful breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Rottweiler vs Giant Schnauzer vs American Bulldog?
Low: The Rottweiler barks none to minimal.
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Average: The Giant Schnauzer barks occasionally.
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Low to Average: The American Bulldog rarely barks.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Rottweiler or Giant Schnauzer or American 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 Giant Schnauzer 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 American Bulldog indoors.

Rottweiler vs Giant Schnauzer vs American 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: Giant Schnauzer dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
American Bulldog dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Rottweiler or Giant Schnauzer or American Bulldog?
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.
American 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 Giant Schnauzer vs American Bulldog Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Rottweiler or Giant Schnauzer or American Bulldog?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Rottweiler bite force: Ordinary.

Above 400 PSI 🔼

Giant Schnauzer bite force: The Strongest.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

American Bulldog 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 Giant Schnauzer has a low chance of biting somebody.

Moderate

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

Health Issues
Rottweiler vs Giant Schnauzer vs American Bulldog health comparison. Which is the healthier: Rottweiler vs Giant Schnauzer vs American Bulldog?
The Rottweiler is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Giant Schnauzers are commonly healthy dogs.
American Bulldogs tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Rottweiler vs Giant Schnauzer vs American Bulldog? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Rottweiler vs Giant Schnauzer vs American Bulldog health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Hypothyroidism
Bloat
Elbow Dysplasia
Panosteitis
Aortic Stenosis
Osteosarcoma
Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Cancer
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Bloat
Heart Problems
Elbow Dysplasia
Retinal Dysplasia
Glaucoma
Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca
Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Cancer
Entropion
Cherry Eye
Ectropion
Elbow Dysplasia
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.
Rare
The Giant Schnauzer should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Frequent
The American Bulldog should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Life Expectancy
Rottweiler vs Giant Schnauzer vs American Bulldog lifespan comparison. How long do Rottweiler, Giant Schnauzer and American 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 Giant Schnauzer: 11 years
10-12 years
The average lifespan of American Bulldog: 11 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Rottweiler vs Giant Schnauzer vs American Bulldog?
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 Giant Schnauzer can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
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Rottweiler vs Giant Schnauzer vs American Bulldog Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Rottweiler or Giant Schnauzer or American Bulldog? Rottweiler vs Giant Schnauzer vs American Bulldog energy level comparison:
Rottweiler dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Giant Schnauzer dogs are high-energy dogs.
American Bulldog dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Rottweiler vs Giant Schnauzer vs American Bulldog exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Rottweiler or Giant Schnauzer or American Bulldog? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Rottweiler dogs have an average exercise need.
Giant Schnauzer dogs need a lot of exercises.
American Bulldog dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Rottweiler or Giant Schnauzer or American Bulldog?
Rottweiler dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Giant Schnauzer dogs don't need too much sleep.
American Bulldog dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.

Rottweiler vs Giant Schnauzer vs American Bulldog Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Rottweiler or Giant Schnauzer or American Bulldog?
Recommended daily amount: 4 to 10 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 3 to 5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, divided into two meals.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Rottweiler vs Giant Schnauzer vs American Bulldog weight gain potential comparison:
High: The Rottweiler breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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Average: The Giant Schnauzer has an average risk for obesity.
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Low to Average: The American Bulldog has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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Rottweiler vs Giant Schnauzer vs American Bulldog Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Rottweiler vs Giant Schnauzer vs American Bulldog coat comparison:
Dense Wiry Fine
Colors
What are the original Rottweiler, Giant Schnauzer and American Bulldog color?
Black
Tan
Rust
Mahogany
Black
Pepper
Salt
Black
White
Brown
Fawn
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Rottweiler or Giant Schnauzer or American Bulldog? Rottweiler vs Giant Schnauzer vs American Bulldog grooming comparison:
Effortless: The Rottweiler requires minimal grooming.
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Average: The Giant Schnauzer requires average grooming effort.
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Effortless: The American Bulldog requires minimal grooming.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Rottweiler or Giant Schnauzer or American Bulldog? Rottweiler or Giant Schnauzer or {name3 shedding:
Rottweiler dogs shed moderately.
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Giant Schnauzer dogs shed none to minimal.
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American Bulldog dogs shed moderately.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Rottweiler or Giant Schnauzer or American Bulldog?
4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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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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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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Hypoallergenic
Rottweiler vs Giant Schnauzer vs American Bulldog 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 Giant Schnauzer vs American Bulldog?

Medium

The Rottweiler has an average chance of bad smell.

Low 🔽

The Giant Schnauzer has a low chance of bad smell.

Medium

The American Bulldog 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 Giant Schnauzer is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The American Bulldog 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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Rottweiler vs Giant Schnauzer vs American Bulldog Good With Comparison

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

Rottweiler vs Giant Schnauzer vs American Bulldog 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 Giant Schnauzer or American Bulldog? 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 Giant Schnauzer vs American Bulldog?

Not really

Rottweiler 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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Not really

American Bulldog 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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Yes

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 Giant Schnauzer vs American 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.
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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 Giant Schnauzer and American Bulldog have?
8-12 puppies 5-8 puppies 7-14 puppies

Rottweiler vs Giant Schnauzer vs American Bulldog 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 1930 as a Working breed. 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. Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Pinscher and Schnauzer type section. Not recognized by FCI.
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
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
American Canine Registry
America's Pet Registry
Dog Registry of America Inc.
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
Backwoods Bulldog Club
Animal Research Foundation
American Rare Breed Association
American Bulldog Association
National American Bulldog Association
John D Johnson Bulldog Registry
American Bulldog Club Of Canada
All American Bulldog Club

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