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Rough Collie vs Irish Setter vs American Staffy Bullmastiff Comparison - Dog breed selector: English Collie or Irish Red Setter or American Staffy Bullmastiff? Find the right dog for you

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Name Rough Collie Irish Setter American Staffy Bullmastiff
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
English Collie
Lassie Dog
Long-Haired Collie
Scottish Collie
Collie
Irish Red Setter
Red Setter
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Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Rough Collie vs Irish Setter vs American Staffy Bullmastiff breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Cross Breed

Rough Collie vs Irish Setter vs American Staffy Bullmastiff Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Rough Collie or Irish Setter or American Staffy Bullmastiff? Which is the smallest dog, Rough Collie or Irish Setter or American Staffy Bullmastiff?
Large Large Large
Weight
Which is heavier, Rough Collie or Irish Setter or Irish Setter? Rough Collie vs Irish Setter vs American Staffy Bullmastiff weight comparison:
Male: 60-70 pounds (27-32 kg), Female: 53-65 pounds (24-29 kg) Male: 65-75 pounds (29-34 kg), Female: 55-65 pounds (25-29 kg) 57-67 pounds (25-30 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 67.5 pounds (30.5 kg), Female: 57.5 pounds (26 kg) Male: 70 pounds (31.5 kg), Female: 60 pounds (27 kg) 62 pounds (27.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Rough Collie or Irish Setter or American Staffy Bullmastiff? Rough Collie vs Irish Setter vs American Staffy Bullmastiff height comparison:
Male: 24–26 inch (60–66 cm), Female: 22–24 inch (55–61 cm) Male: 26-28 inches (66-71 cm), Female: 24-26 inches (61-66 cm) Male: 22-26 inches (56-66 cm), Female: 20-24 inches (51-61 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 25 inches (62.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (58.5 cm) Male: 27 inches (68.5 cm), Female: 25 inches (63.5 cm) Male: 24 inches (61 cm), Female: 22 inches (56 cm)

Rough Collie vs Irish Setter vs American Staffy Bullmastiff Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Rough Collie or Irish Setter or American Staffy Bullmastiff? Which is more expensive?
$400-$600 $800-$1000 $800-$1000
Availability
Which is easier to get, Rough Collie or Irish Setter or American Staffy Bullmastiff?
Very frequent: The Rough Collie is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Irish Setter is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The American Staffy Bullmastiff is quite easy to get.

Rough Collie vs Irish Setter vs American Staffy Bullmastiff Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Rough Collie vs Irish Setter vs American Staffy Bullmastiff intelligence:
Very smart: Rough Collie is an excellent dog breed.
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Smart: The Irish Setter 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
Rough Collie vs Irish Setter vs American Staffy Bullmastiff trainability comparison.
Rough Collie dogs are very easy to train.
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Irish Setter dogs are very easy to train.
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American Staffy Bullmastiff dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Rough Collie or Irish Setter or American Staffy Bullmastiff?
Rough Collie dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Irish Setter dogs are average watchdogs.
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American Staffy Bullmastiff dogs are good watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Rough Collie or Irish Setter or American Staffy Bullmastiff? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Rough Collie dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Irish Setter dogs are not the best to protect their territory.
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American Staffy Bullmastiff dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Rough Collie vs Irish Setter vs American Staffy Bullmastiff Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Rough Collie or Irish Setter or American Staffy Bullmastiff? Rough Collie vs Irish Setter vs American Staffy Bullmastiff behavior/temperament comparison:
Protective
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Docile
Obedient
Loyal
Gentle
Social
Elegant
Hard working
Herding
Playful
Independent
Energetic
Intelligent
Affectionate
Lively
Companionable
Protective
Alert
Powerful
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Docile
Reliable
Loyal
Devoted
Attentive
Tenacious
Calm
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
Sensitive: Rough Collie 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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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Rough Collie vs Irish Setter vs American Staffy Bullmastiff?
High: Rough Collie dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Irish Setter dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Average to High: American Staffy Bullmastiff dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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Social Needs
Rough Collie vs Irish Setter vs American Staffy Bullmastiff social needs comparison:
Rough Collie dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Irish Setter dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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American Staffy Bullmastiff dogs are a social breed.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Rough Collie dogs are not the biggest explorers.
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Irish Setter dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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American Staffy Bullmastiff dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Rough Collie dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Irish Setter dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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American Staffy Bullmastiff 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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Rough Collie vs Irish Setter vs American Staffy Bullmastiff Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Rough Collie vs Irish Setter vs American Staffy Bullmastiff playfulness comparison:
The Rough Collie is a playful breed.
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The Irish Setter is a highly playful breed.
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Average: American Staffy Bullmastiffs, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Rough Collie vs Irish Setter vs American Staffy Bullmastiff?
Low to Average: The Rough Collie rarely barks.
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Low: The Irish Setter barks none to minimal.
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Low to Average: The American Staffy Bullmastiff rarely barks.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Rough Collie or Irish Setter or American Staffy Bullmastiff?
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 Rough Collie indoors.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Irish Setter 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 Staffy Bullmastiff indoors.

Rough Collie vs Irish Setter vs American Staffy Bullmastiff Adaptability and Independence Comparison

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

Rough Collie vs Irish Setter vs American Staffy Bullmastiff Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Rough Collie or Irish Setter or American Staffy Bullmastiff?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Rough Collie bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Irish Setter bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

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

Low 🔽

The Rough Collie has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Irish Setter has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The American Staffy Bullmastiff has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Rough Collie vs Irish Setter vs American Staffy Bullmastiff mouthiness comparison:
Rough Collie dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Irish Setter dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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American Staffy Bullmastiff dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Rough Collie vs Irish Setter vs American Staffy Bullmastiff Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Rough Collie vs Irish Setter vs American Staffy Bullmastiff health comparison. Which is the healthier: Rough Collie vs Irish Setter vs American Staffy Bullmastiff?
The Rough Collie is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The Irish Setter is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
American Staffy Bullmastiffs are commonly healthy dogs.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Rough Collie vs Irish Setter vs American Staffy Bullmastiff? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Rough Collie vs Irish Setter vs American Staffy Bullmastiff health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Drug Sensitivity
Collie Eye Anomaly
Gray Collie Syndrome
Hip Dysplasia
Cancer
Hypothyroidism
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Bloat
Epilepsy
Osteochondrosis Dissecans
Panosteitis
Hypertrophic Osteodystrophy
Canine Leukocyte
Cancer
Hypothyroidism
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Heart Problems
Entropion
Kidney Issues
Hemangiosarcoma
Lymphosarcoma
Osteosarcoma
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Average
The Rough Collie should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Average
The Irish Setter should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Rare
The American Staffy Bullmastiff should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Life Expectancy
Rough Collie vs Irish Setter vs American Staffy Bullmastiff lifespan comparison. How long do Rough Collie, Irish Setter and American Staffy Bullmastiff breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
14-16 years
The average lifespan of Rough Collie: 15 years
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Irish Setter: 13 years
12-14 years
The average lifespan of American Staffy Bullmastiff: 13 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Rough Collie vs Irish Setter vs American Staffy Bullmastiff?
Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Rough Collie can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Irish Setter 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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Rough Collie vs Irish Setter vs American Staffy Bullmastiff Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Rough Collie or Irish Setter or American Staffy Bullmastiff? Rough Collie vs Irish Setter vs American Staffy Bullmastiff energy level comparison:
Rough Collie dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Irish Setter dogs are high-energy dogs.
American Staffy Bullmastiff dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Rough Collie vs Irish Setter vs American Staffy Bullmastiff exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Rough Collie or Irish Setter or American Staffy Bullmastiff? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Rough Collie dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Irish Setter dogs need a lot of exercises.
American Staffy Bullmastiff dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Rough Collie or Irish Setter or American Staffy Bullmastiff?
Rough Collie dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
Irish Setter dogs don't need too much sleep.
American Staffy Bullmastiff dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.

Rough Collie vs Irish Setter vs American Staffy Bullmastiff Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Rough Collie or Irish Setter or American Staffy Bullmastiff?
2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 3 to 4 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 2.5 to 3 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? Rough Collie vs Irish Setter vs American Staffy Bullmastiff weight gain potential comparison:
Average: The Rough Collie has an average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Irish Setter has an average risk for obesity.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the American Staffy Bullmastiff's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Rough Collie vs Irish Setter vs American Staffy Bullmastiff Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Rough Collie vs Irish Setter vs American Staffy Bullmastiff coat comparison:
Rough
Soft
Thick
Straight
Harsh
Furry
Fine Fine
Rough
Colors
What are the original Rough Collie, Irish Setter and American Staffy Bullmastiff color?
White
Sable
Merle
Black & White & Tan
Blue & Merle
Blue & Merle & White
Sable & White
White & Merle
Red
Mahogany
Black
Red
Blue
White
Brown
Fawn
Brindle
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Rough Collie or Irish Setter or American Staffy Bullmastiff? Rough Collie vs Irish Setter vs American Staffy Bullmastiff grooming comparison:
Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition.
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Advanced: The Irish Setter requires a lot of grooming.
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Easy to groom: The American Staffy Bullmastiff doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Rough Collie or Irish Setter or American Staffy Bullmastiff? Rough Collie or Irish Setter or {name3 shedding:
Rough Collie dogs are heavy shedders.
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Irish Setter dogs shed moderately.
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American Staffy Bullmastiff dogs are low shedders.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Rough Collie or Irish Setter or American Staffy Bullmastiff?
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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4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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Hypoallergenic
Rough Collie vs Irish Setter vs American Staffy Bullmastiff 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, Rough Collie vs Irish Setter vs American Staffy Bullmastiff?

Medium

The Rough Collie has an average chance of bad smell.

High 🔼

The Irish Setter has a high chance of bad smell.

Medium

The American Staffy Bullmastiff has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?
The Rough Collie is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Irish Setter is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency.
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The American Staffy Bullmastiff 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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Rough Collie vs Irish Setter vs American Staffy Bullmastiff Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Rough Collie dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Irish Setter dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
American Staffy Bullmastiff dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Rough Collie or Irish Setter or American Staffy Bullmastiff? Which dog is more friendly?
Rough Collie dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Irish Setter dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
American Staffy Bullmastiff dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Rough Collie or Irish Setter or American Staffy Bullmastiff?
Rough Collie dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Irish Setter dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
American Staffy Bullmastiff dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Rough Collie or Irish Setter or American Staffy Bullmastiff?
Rough Collie dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Irish Setter dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
American Staffy Bullmastiff dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Rough Collie or Irish Setter or American Staffy Bullmastiff?
Rough Collie dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Irish Setter dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
American Staffy Bullmastiff dogs are not dog-friendly.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Rough Collie vs Irish Setter vs American Staffy Bullmastiff?
Yes
Rough Collie dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Irish Setter dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
American Staffy Bullmastiff dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
Rough Collie is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Irish Setter is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
American Staffy Bullmastiff is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
Rough Collies are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Irish Setters are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
American Staffy Bullmastiffs are usually recommended for elderly people.

Rough Collie vs Irish Setter vs American Staffy Bullmastiff 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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Yes

This breed makes good as a service dog.
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Therapy Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: Rough Collie or Irish Setter or American Staffy Bullmastiff? Which is better for autism?

Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog
Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?

Yes

After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.

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: Rough Collie vs Irish Setter vs American Staffy Bullmastiff?

Not really

Rough Collie breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Yes

Irish Setter breed usually likes being on a boat.
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Not really

American Staffy Bullmastiff breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog
Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?

Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Yes

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.

Rough Collie vs Irish Setter vs American Staffy Bullmastiff 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 Rough Collie and Irish Setter and American Staffy Bullmastiff have?
4-8 puppies 7-10 puppies 5-10 puppies

Rough Collie vs Irish Setter vs American Staffy Bullmastiff Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Herding breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1878 as a Sporting breed. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI?
Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section. Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the British and Irish Pointers and Setters 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
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
Canadian Canine Registry
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