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Scottish Terrier vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Akita Comparison - Dog breed selector: Aberdeenie or Corgi or American Akita? Find the right dog for you

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Name Scottish Terrier Pembroke Welsh Corgi Akita
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Group Hunting Dogs Pastoral / Herding Dogs Working Dogs
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Aberdeenie
Scottie
Corgi
Pem
Pembroke
American Akita
Japanese Akita
Great Japanese Dog
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Scottish Terrier vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Akita breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Scottish Terrier vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Akita Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Scottish Terrier or Pembroke Welsh Corgi or Akita? Which is the smallest dog, Scottish Terrier or Pembroke Welsh Corgi or Akita?
Small Small Large
Weight
Which is heavier, Scottish Terrier or Pembroke Welsh Corgi or Pembroke Welsh Corgi? Scottish Terrier vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Akita weight comparison:
19-23 pounds (8.5-10.5 kg) Male: 24-31 pounds (10-14 kg), Female: 24-28 pounds (11-13 kg) Male: 75-120 pounds (34-54 kg), Female: 75-110 pounds (34-50 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
21 pounds (8.5-10.5 kg) Male: 27.5 pounds (12 kg), Female: 26 pounds (12 kg) Male: 97.5 pounds (44 kg), Female: 92.5 pounds (42 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Scottish Terrier or Pembroke Welsh Corgi or Akita? Scottish Terrier vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Akita height comparison:
10-11 inches (25-28 cm) Male: 10-12 inches (25-30 cm), Female: 10-11 inches (25-28 cm) Male: 26-28 inches (66-71 cm), Female: 24-26 inches (61-66 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
10.5 inches (26.5 cm) Male: 11 inches (27.5 cm), Female: 10.5 inches (26.5 cm) Male: 27 inches (68.5 cm), Female: 25 inches (63.5 cm)

Scottish Terrier vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Akita Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Scottish Terrier or Pembroke Welsh Corgi or Akita? Which is more expensive?
$800-$1000 $1000-$2000 $800-$1200
Availability
Which is easier to get, Scottish Terrier or Pembroke Welsh Corgi or Akita?
Very frequent: The Scottish Terrier is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Pembroke Welsh Corgi is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Akita is quite easy to get.

Scottish Terrier vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Akita Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Scottish Terrier vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Akita intelligence:
Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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Very smart: Pembroke Welsh Corgi is an excellent dog breed.
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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
Scottish Terrier vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Akita trainability comparison.
Scottish Terrier dogs are quite easy to train.
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Pembroke Welsh Corgi dogs are quite easy to train.
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Akita dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Scottish Terrier or Pembroke Welsh Corgi or Akita?
Scottish Terrier dogs are average watchdogs.
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Pembroke Welsh Corgi dogs are average watchdogs.
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Akita dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Scottish Terrier or Pembroke Welsh Corgi or Akita? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Scottish Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Pembroke Welsh Corgi dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Akita dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Scottish Terrier vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Akita Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Scottish Terrier or Pembroke Welsh Corgi or Akita? Scottish Terrier vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Akita behavior/temperament comparison:
Playful
Independent
Alert
Quick
Selfish
Playful
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Lively
Going
Cheerful
Dignified
Independent
Protective
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Docile
Faithful
Vigilant
Willing
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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Sensitive: Akita dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Scottish Terrier vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Akita?
Average to High: Scottish Terrier dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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High: Pembroke Welsh Corgi dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Akita dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Scottish Terrier vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Akita social needs comparison:
Scottish Terrier dogs are a social breed.
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Pembroke Welsh Corgi dogs are a social breed.
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Akita dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Scottish Terrier dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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Pembroke Welsh Corgi dogs tend to escape less than other breeds.
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The wanderlust potential of the Akita 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?
Scottish Terrier 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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Pembroke Welsh Corgi 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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Akita dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Scottish Terrier vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Akita Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Scottish Terrier vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Akita playfulness comparison:
Average: Scottish Terriers, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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The Pembroke Welsh Corgi is a playful breed.
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Average: Akitas, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Scottish Terrier vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Akita?
Low: The Scottish Terrier barks none to minimal.
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A lot: Pembroke Welsh Corgi is a particularly loud breed.
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Low: The Akita barks none to minimal.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Scottish Terrier or Pembroke Welsh Corgi or Akita?
Very house-friendly dog the Scottish Terrier breed.
Very house-friendly dog the Pembroke Welsh Corgi breed.
Very house-friendly dog the Akita breed.

Scottish Terrier vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Akita Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
Average: Scottish Terrier dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Pembroke Welsh Corgi dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Akita dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Scottish Terrier or Pembroke Welsh Corgi or Akita?
Scottish Terrier 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.
Pembroke Welsh Corgi 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.
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Scottish Terrier vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Akita Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Scottish Terrier or Pembroke Welsh Corgi or Akita?

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Scottish Terrier bite force: Weak.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Pembroke Welsh Corgi bite force: Weak.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

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

Low 🔽

The Scottish Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

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

Moderate

The Akita has an average chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Scottish Terrier vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Akita mouthiness comparison:
Scottish Terrier dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Pembroke Welsh Corgi dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Akita dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Scottish Terrier vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Akita Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Scottish Terrier vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Akita health comparison. Which is the healthier: Scottish Terrier vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Akita?
Scottish Terriers are commonly healthy dogs.
The Pembroke Welsh Corgi is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The Akita 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: Scottish Terrier vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Akita? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Scottish Terrier vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Akita health problems comparison:
Patellar Luxation
Von Willebrand's Disease
Craniomandibular Osteopathy
Scottie Cramp
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
Hypothyroidism
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Bloat
Sebaceous Adenitis
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Rare
The Scottish Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Average
The Pembroke Welsh Corgi should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Average
The Akita should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Life Expectancy
Scottish Terrier vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Akita lifespan comparison. How long do Scottish Terrier, Pembroke Welsh Corgi and Akita breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
11-13 years
The average lifespan of Scottish Terrier: 12 years
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Pembroke Welsh Corgi: 13 years
10-14 years
The average lifespan of Akita: 12 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Scottish Terrier vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Akita?
Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Scottish Terrier 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 Pembroke 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 Akita can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog.
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Scottish Terrier vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Akita Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Scottish Terrier or Pembroke Welsh Corgi or Akita? Scottish Terrier vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Akita energy level comparison:
Scottish Terrier dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Pembroke Welsh Corgi dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Akita dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Scottish Terrier vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Akita exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Scottish Terrier or Pembroke Welsh Corgi or Akita? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Scottish Terrier dogs have an average exercise need.
Pembroke Welsh Corgi dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Akita dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Scottish Terrier or Pembroke Welsh Corgi or Akita?
Scottish Terrier dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Pembroke Welsh Corgi dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Akita dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.

Scottish Terrier vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Akita Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Scottish Terrier or Pembroke Welsh Corgi or Akita?
Recommended daily amount: 1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day. 1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. Recommended daily amount: 3 to 5 cups of high-quality dry food a day.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Scottish Terrier vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Akita weight gain potential comparison:
Average: The Scottish Terrier has an average risk for obesity.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Pembroke Welsh Corgi's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Akita's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Scottish Terrier vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Akita Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Scottish Terrier vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Akita coat comparison:
Wiry Fluffy Fluffy
Dense
Waterproof
Straight
Colors
What are the original Scottish Terrier, Pembroke Welsh Corgi and Akita color?
Black
Red
Silver
Brindle
Wheaten
Red
Fawn
Sable
Black & Tan
Black
Red
White
Brown
Fawn
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Scottish Terrier or Pembroke Welsh Corgi or Akita? Scottish Terrier vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Akita grooming comparison:
Average: The Scottish Terrier requires average grooming effort.
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Easy to groom: The Pembroke Welsh Corgi doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Easy to groom: The Akita doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Scottish Terrier or Pembroke Welsh Corgi or Akita? Scottish Terrier or Pembroke Welsh Corgi or {name3 shedding:
Scottish Terrier dogs shed none to minimal.
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Pembroke Welsh Corgi dogs are heavy shedders.
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Akita dogs are heavy shedders.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Scottish Terrier or Pembroke Welsh Corgi or Akita?
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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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
Scottish Terrier vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Akita 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, Scottish Terrier vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Akita?

Medium

The Scottish Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.

Low 🔽

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

Medium

The Akita has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?
The Scottish Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Pembroke Welsh Corgi is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Akita is a big drooler, so if you're disgusted by slobber spots on your clothes, you should choose a dog from another breed.
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Scottish Terrier vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Akita Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Scottish Terrier dogs are generally with other pets.
Pembroke Welsh Corgi dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Akita dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Scottish Terrier or Pembroke Welsh Corgi or Akita? Which dog is more friendly?
Scottish Terrier dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Pembroke Welsh Corgi dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Akita dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Scottish Terrier or Pembroke Welsh Corgi or Akita?
Scottish Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Pembroke Welsh Corgi dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Akita dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Scottish Terrier or Pembroke Welsh Corgi or Akita?
Scottish Terrier dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Pembroke Welsh Corgi dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Akita dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Scottish Terrier or Pembroke Welsh Corgi or Akita?
Scottish Terrier dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Pembroke Welsh Corgi dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Akita dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Scottish Terrier vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Akita?
Yes
Scottish Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Pembroke Welsh Corgi dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Akita dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
Scottish Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Pembroke Welsh Corgi is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Akita is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
Scottish Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.
Pembroke Welsh Corgis are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Akitas are usually recommended for elderly people.

Scottish Terrier vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Akita 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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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: Scottish Terrier or Pembroke Welsh Corgi or Akita? Which is better for autism?

Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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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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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: Scottish Terrier vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Akita?

Not really

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

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

Akita 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.

Yes

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

Scottish Terrier vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Akita 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 Scottish Terrier and Pembroke Welsh Corgi and Akita have?
2-5 puppies 6-7 puppies 3-12 puppies

Scottish Terrier vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Akita Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Terrier breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1934 as a Herding breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1972 as a Working breed.
FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI?
Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Small sized Terriers 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
Canadian Canine Registry
Club Espanol De Terriers
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
American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club

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