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Saarloos Wolfdog vs Australian Shepherd vs Swedish Lapphund Comparison - Dog breed selector: Saarloos Wolfhound or Little Blue Dog or Svensk Lapphund? Find the right dog for you

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Name Saarloos Wolfdog Australian Shepherd Swedish Lapphund
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Group Working Dogs Pastoral / Herding Dogs Companion Dogs
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Saarloos Wolfhound Little Blue Dog
Aussie
Svensk Lapphund
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Saarloos Wolfdog vs Australian Shepherd vs Swedish Lapphund breed type comparison:
Cross Breed Purebred Purebred

Saarloos Wolfdog vs Australian Shepherd vs Swedish Lapphund Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Saarloos Wolfdog or Australian Shepherd or Swedish Lapphund? Which is the smallest dog, Saarloos Wolfdog or Australian Shepherd or Swedish Lapphund?
Large Large Medium
Weight
Which is heavier, Saarloos Wolfdog or Australian Shepherd or Australian Shepherd? Saarloos Wolfdog vs Australian Shepherd vs Swedish Lapphund weight comparison:
79-90 pounds (36-41 kg) Male: 50-65 pounds (25-29 kg), Female: 40-55 pounds (18-25 kg) Male: 40-44 pounds (18–20 kg), Female: 35-44 pounds (16–18 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
84.5 pounds (38.5 kg) Male: 57.5 pounds (27 kg), Female: 47.5 pounds (21.5 kg) Male: 42 pounds (18–20 kg), Female: 39.5 pounds (16–18 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Saarloos Wolfdog or Australian Shepherd or Swedish Lapphund? Saarloos Wolfdog vs Australian Shepherd vs Swedish Lapphund height comparison:
24-29.5 inches (60-75 cm) Male: 20-23 inches (52-58cm), Female: 18-21 inches (46–53 cm) Male: 18-20 inches (45-51 cm), Female: 16-18 inches (40-46 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
24-29.5 inches (67.5 cm) Male: 21.5 inches (55 cm), Female: 19.5 inches (46–53 cm) Male: 19 inches (48 cm), Female: 17 inches (43 cm)

Saarloos Wolfdog vs Australian Shepherd vs Swedish Lapphund Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Saarloos Wolfdog or Australian Shepherd or Swedish Lapphund? Which is more expensive?
$800-$1000 $600-$800 $400-$600
Availability
Which is easier to get, Saarloos Wolfdog or Australian Shepherd or Swedish Lapphund?
Average: The Saarloos Wolfdog is a commonly available dog breed.
Very frequent: The Australian Shepherd is quite easy to get.
Average: The Swedish Lapphund is a commonly available dog breed.

Saarloos Wolfdog vs Australian Shepherd vs Swedish Lapphund Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Saarloos Wolfdog vs Australian Shepherd vs Swedish Lapphund intelligence:
Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Smart: The Australian Shepherd 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
Saarloos Wolfdog vs Australian Shepherd vs Swedish Lapphund trainability comparison.
Saarloos Wolfdog dogs are quite easy to train.
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Australian Shepherd dogs are very easy to train.
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Swedish Lapphund dogs are quite easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Saarloos Wolfdog or Australian Shepherd or Swedish Lapphund?
Saarloos Wolfdog dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Australian Shepherd dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Swedish Lapphund dogs are good watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Saarloos Wolfdog or Australian Shepherd or Swedish Lapphund? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Saarloos Wolfdog dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Australian Shepherd dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Swedish Lapphund dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Saarloos Wolfdog vs Australian Shepherd vs Swedish Lapphund Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Saarloos Wolfdog or Australian Shepherd or Swedish Lapphund? Saarloos Wolfdog vs Australian Shepherd vs Swedish Lapphund behavior/temperament comparison:
Independent
Energetic
Reliable
Devoted
Lively
Proud
Active
Loving
Protective
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Good-natured
Alert
Affectionate
Lively
Kind
Trainable
Versatile
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
Sensitive: Saarloos Wolfdog dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Sensitive: Australian Shepherd dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Swedish Lapphund dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Saarloos Wolfdog vs Australian Shepherd vs Swedish Lapphund?
High: Saarloos Wolfdog dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Average to High: Australian Shepherd dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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High: Swedish Lapphund dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Saarloos Wolfdog vs Australian Shepherd vs Swedish Lapphund social needs comparison:
Saarloos Wolfdog dogs are kinda antisocial.
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Australian Shepherd dogs are a social breed.
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Swedish Lapphund dogs are a social breed.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
The wanderlust potential of the Saarloos Wolfdog is strong enough to escape from home.
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Australian Shepherd dogs are not the biggest explorers.
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The wanderlust potential of the Swedish Lapphund is strong enough to escape from home.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Saarloos Wolfdog dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Australian Shepherd dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Their prey drive is low.
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Saarloos Wolfdog vs Australian Shepherd vs Swedish Lapphund Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Saarloos Wolfdog vs Australian Shepherd vs Swedish Lapphund playfulness comparison:
Average: Saarloos Wolfdogs, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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The Australian Shepherd is a highly playful breed.
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The Swedish Lapphund is a highly playful breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Saarloos Wolfdog vs Australian Shepherd vs Swedish Lapphund?
Average: The Saarloos Wolfdog barks occasionally.
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Low to Average: The Australian Shepherd rarely barks.
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A lot: Swedish Lapphund is a particularly loud breed.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Saarloos Wolfdog or Australian Shepherd or Swedish Lapphund?
It is not recommended to keep the Saarloos Wolfdog breed in the home.
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 Australian Shepherd indoors.
It is not recommended to keep the Swedish Lapphund breed in the home.

Saarloos Wolfdog vs Australian Shepherd vs Swedish Lapphund Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
Average: Saarloos Wolfdog dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Australian Shepherd dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Swedish Lapphund dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Saarloos Wolfdog or Australian Shepherd or Swedish Lapphund?
Saarloos Wolfdog dogs handle alone time quite well.
Australian Shepherd dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.
Swedish Lapphund 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.

Saarloos Wolfdog vs Australian Shepherd vs Swedish Lapphund Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Saarloos Wolfdog or Australian Shepherd or Swedish Lapphund?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Saarloos Wolfdog bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Australian Shepherd bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

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

Low 🔽

The Saarloos Wolfdog has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Australian Shepherd has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Swedish Lapphund has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Saarloos Wolfdog vs Australian Shepherd vs Swedish Lapphund mouthiness comparison:
Saarloos Wolfdog dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Australian Shepherd dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Swedish Lapphund dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Saarloos Wolfdog vs Australian Shepherd vs Swedish Lapphund Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Saarloos Wolfdog vs Australian Shepherd vs Swedish Lapphund health comparison. Which is the healthier: Saarloos Wolfdog vs Australian Shepherd vs Swedish Lapphund?
Saarloos Wolfdogs tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
The Australian Shepherd is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Swedish Lapphunds tend to have a lot and frequent health issues.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Saarloos Wolfdog vs Australian Shepherd vs Swedish Lapphund? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Saarloos Wolfdog vs Australian Shepherd vs Swedish Lapphund health problems comparison:
No data available Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Cancer
Hypothyroidism
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Epilepsy
Deafness
Drug Sensitivity
Elbow Dysplasia
Distichiasis
Collie Eye Anomaly
Detached Retina
Nasal Solar Dermatitis
Osteochondrosis Dissecans
Persistent Pupillary Membranes
Allergies
Ear Infections
Eye Infections
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Frequent
The Saarloos Wolfdog should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Average
The Australian Shepherd should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Frequent
The Swedish Lapphund should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Life Expectancy
Saarloos Wolfdog vs Australian Shepherd vs Swedish Lapphund lifespan comparison. How long do Saarloos Wolfdog, Australian Shepherd and Swedish Lapphund breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Saarloos Wolfdog: 11 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Australian Shepherd: 13 years
9-13 years
The average lifespan of Swedish Lapphund: 11 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Saarloos Wolfdog vs Australian Shepherd vs Swedish Lapphund?
Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Saarloos Wolfdog 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 Australian Shepherd 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 Swedish Lapphund can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Saarloos Wolfdog vs Australian Shepherd vs Swedish Lapphund Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Saarloos Wolfdog or Australian Shepherd or Swedish Lapphund? Saarloos Wolfdog vs Australian Shepherd vs Swedish Lapphund energy level comparison:
Saarloos Wolfdog dogs are high-energy dogs.
Australian Shepherd dogs are high-energy dogs.
Swedish Lapphund dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Saarloos Wolfdog vs Australian Shepherd vs Swedish Lapphund exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Saarloos Wolfdog or Australian Shepherd or Swedish Lapphund? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Saarloos Wolfdog dogs need a lot of exercises.
Australian Shepherd dogs need a lot of exercises.
Swedish Lapphund dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Saarloos Wolfdog or Australian Shepherd or Swedish Lapphund?
Saarloos Wolfdog dogs don't need too much sleep.
Australian Shepherd dogs don't need too much sleep.
Swedish Lapphund dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.

Saarloos Wolfdog vs Australian Shepherd vs Swedish Lapphund Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Saarloos Wolfdog or Australian Shepherd or Swedish Lapphund?
3 to 4.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 1.5 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 1.5 to 2.5 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? Saarloos Wolfdog vs Australian Shepherd vs Swedish Lapphund weight gain potential comparison:
Average: The Saarloos Wolfdog has an average risk for obesity.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Australian Shepherd's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Average: The Swedish Lapphund has an average risk for obesity.
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Saarloos Wolfdog vs Australian Shepherd vs Swedish Lapphund Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Saarloos Wolfdog vs Australian Shepherd vs Swedish Lapphund coat comparison:
Dense Feathered Fluffy
Colors
What are the original Saarloos Wolfdog, Australian Shepherd and Swedish Lapphund color?
Black
Tan
Blue
White
Silver
Black
Red
Blue
Merle
Black
White
Brown
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Saarloos Wolfdog or Australian Shepherd or Swedish Lapphund? Saarloos Wolfdog vs Australian Shepherd vs Swedish Lapphund grooming comparison:
Easy to groom: The Saarloos Wolfdog doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Average: The Australian Shepherd requires average grooming effort.
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Average: The Swedish Lapphund requires average grooming effort.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Saarloos Wolfdog or Australian Shepherd or Swedish Lapphund? Saarloos Wolfdog or Australian Shepherd or {name3 shedding:
Saarloos Wolfdog dogs shed moderately.
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Australian Shepherd dogs shed moderately.
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Swedish Lapphund dogs are heavy shedders.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Saarloos Wolfdog or Australian Shepherd or Swedish Lapphund?
4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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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
Saarloos Wolfdog vs Australian Shepherd vs Swedish Lapphund 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, Saarloos Wolfdog vs Australian Shepherd vs Swedish Lapphund?

Medium

The Saarloos Wolfdog has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Australian Shepherd has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Swedish Lapphund has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?
The Saarloos Wolfdog is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency.
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The Australian Shepherd is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Swedish Lapphund is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Saarloos Wolfdog vs Australian Shepherd vs Swedish Lapphund Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Saarloos Wolfdog dogs are generally with other pets.
Australian Shepherd dogs are generally with other pets.
Swedish Lapphund dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Saarloos Wolfdog or Australian Shepherd or Swedish Lapphund? Which dog is more friendly?
Saarloos Wolfdog dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Australian Shepherd dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Swedish Lapphund dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Saarloos Wolfdog or Australian Shepherd or Swedish Lapphund?
Saarloos Wolfdog dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.
Australian Shepherd dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Swedish Lapphund dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Saarloos Wolfdog or Australian Shepherd or Swedish Lapphund?
Saarloos Wolfdog dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Australian Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Swedish Lapphund dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Saarloos Wolfdog or Australian Shepherd or Swedish Lapphund?
Saarloos Wolfdog dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Australian Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Swedish Lapphund dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Saarloos Wolfdog vs Australian Shepherd vs Swedish Lapphund?
Yes
Saarloos Wolfdog dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Australian Shepherd dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Swedish Lapphund dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
Saarloos Wolfdog is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Australian Shepherd is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Swedish Lapphund is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
Saarloos Wolfdogs are commonly okay with elderly people.
Australian Shepherds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Swedish Lapphunds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Saarloos Wolfdog vs Australian Shepherd vs Swedish Lapphund As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog
Which one could be a service dog?

Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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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: Saarloos Wolfdog or Australian Shepherd or Swedish Lapphund? Which is better for autism?

Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog
Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?

Not really

They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.

Not really

They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.

Not really

They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR)
Which one could be a search and rescue dog?

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog
Which one could be a boat dog: Saarloos Wolfdog vs Australian Shepherd vs Swedish Lapphund?

Not really

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

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

Swedish Lapphund 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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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Fighting Dog / Military Dog

Not really

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

Not really

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

Not really

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

Saarloos Wolfdog vs Australian Shepherd vs Swedish Lapphund 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 Saarloos Wolfdog and Australian Shepherd and Swedish Lapphund have?
4-6 puppies 6-9 puppies, average 7 4-6 puppies

Saarloos Wolfdog vs Australian Shepherd vs Swedish Lapphund Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1991 as a Herding 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 Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section. Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Nordic Watchdogs and Herders section.
Breed Recognition
What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?
No data available American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Dog Registry of America Inc.
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
Australian Shepherd Club Of America
American Kennel Club
United Kennel Club

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