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Shiba Inu vs Old Danish Pointer vs French Bulldog Comparison - Dog breed selector: Japanese Shiba Inu or Altdanischer Huhnerhund or Bouledogue Français? Find the right dog for you

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Name Shiba Inu Old Danish Pointer French Bulldog
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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Shiba Inu, Old Danish Pointer, and French Bulldog breeds.
Japanese Shiba Inu
Japanese Small-Size Dog
Shiba
Shiba Ken
Brushwood Dog
Altdanischer Huhnerhund
Old Danish Bird Dog
Old Danish Pointing Dog
Gammel Dansk Honsehund
Bouledogue Français
Frenchie
Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between Shiba Inu, Old Danish Pointer, and French Bulldog? Compare their breeding categories.
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Shiba Inu vs Old Danish Pointer vs French Bulldog Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Compare size differences between Shiba Inu, Old Danish Pointer, and French Bulldog. Which breed is the largest?
Medium Large Small
Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between Shiba Inu, Old Danish Pointer, and French Bulldog? Compare adult weight ranges.
Male: 18-25 pounds (8-11 kg), Female: 15-20 pounds (6.8-9 kg) Male: 66-77 pounds (30-35 kg), Female: 57-68 pounds (25-30 kg) 18-30 pounds (8-14 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 21.5 pounds (9.5 kg), Female: 17.5 pounds (6.8.5 kg) Male: 71.5 pounds (32.5 kg), Female: 62.5 pounds (27.5 kg) There are two weight classes of French Bulldog: 19 - 22 pounds (9 - 10 kg) and 22 - 28 pounds (10 - 13 kg). Over 28 pounds is a disqualification.
Height
Which is taller, Shiba Inu or Old Danish Pointer or French Bulldog? Shiba Inu vs Old Danish Pointer vs French Bulldog height comparison:
Male: 14-16 inches (36-41 cm), Female: 13-15 inches (33-38 cm) Male: 21-24 inches (53-61 cm), Female: 20-22 inches (51-56 cm) 13–16 inches (33–40 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 15 inches (38.5 cm), Female: 14 inches (35.5 cm) Male: 22.5 inches (57 cm), Female: 21 inches (53.5 cm) 14.5 inches (36.5 cm)

Shiba Inu vs Old Danish Pointer vs French Bulldog Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range
Compare puppy costs for Shiba Inu, Old Danish Pointer, and French Bulldog. Find price differences between these breeds.
$800-$1000 $800-$1000 $2000-$4000
Availability
Which is easier to get, Shiba Inu or Old Danish Pointer or French Bulldog?
Very frequent: The Shiba Inu is quite easy to get.
Average: The Old Danish Pointer is a commonly available dog breed.
Very frequent: The French Bulldog is quite easy to get.

Shiba Inu vs Old Danish Pointer vs French Bulldog Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between Shiba Inu, Old Danish Pointer, and French Bulldog. Which breed ranks highest?
Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Very smart: Old Danish Pointer is an excellent dog breed.
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Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between Shiba Inu, Old Danish Pointer, and French Bulldog. Which is easiest to train?
A slightly harder to train than average.
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Old Danish Pointer dogs are very easy to train.
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French Bulldog dogs are quite easy to train.
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Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of Shiba Inu, Old Danish Pointer, and French Bulldog. Which breed is most alert?
Shiba Inu dogs are good watchdogs.
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Old Danish Pointer dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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French Bulldog dogs are average watchdogs.
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Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between Shiba Inu, Old Danish Pointer, and French Bulldog. Which breed is most protective?
Shiba Inu dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Old Danish Pointer dogs are average defenders.
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French Bulldog dogs are average defenders.
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Shiba Inu vs Old Danish Pointer vs French Bulldog Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between Shiba Inu, Old Danish Pointer, and French Bulldog? Compare temperaments.
Alert
Confident
Going
Fearless
Keen
Faithful
Charming
Intelligent
Loyal
Calm
Brave
Resolute
Playful
Alert
Affectionate
Patient
Lively
Keen
Easygoing
Athletic
Bright
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
Shiba Inu dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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Old Danish Pointer dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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French Bulldog 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: Shiba Inu vs Old Danish Pointer vs French Bulldog?
Average to High: Shiba Inu dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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High: Old Danish Pointer dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: French Bulldog dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Shiba Inu vs Old Danish Pointer vs French Bulldog social needs comparison:
Shiba Inu dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Old Danish Pointer dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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French Bulldog dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
The wanderlust potential of the Shiba Inu is strong enough to escape from home.
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Old Danish Pointer dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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French 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?
Shiba Inu 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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Old Danish Pointer dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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French Bulldog dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals.
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Shiba Inu vs Old Danish Pointer vs French Bulldog Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of Shiba Inu, Old Danish Pointer, and French Bulldog. Which breed is most vocal?
Low to Average: The Shiba Inu rarely barks.
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Average: The Old Danish Pointer barks occasionally.
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Low: The French Bulldog barks none to minimal.
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between Shiba Inu, Old Danish Pointer, and French Bulldog. Which breed is most playful?
Average: Shiba Inus, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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The Old Danish Pointer is a highly playful breed.
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French Bulldogs are not the most playful dog breed.
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Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of Shiba Inu, Old Danish Pointer, and French Bulldog. Which adapts best to small spaces?
Very house-friendly dog the Shiba Inu breed.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Old Danish Pointer breed.
Very house-friendly dog the French Bulldog breed.

Shiba Inu vs Old Danish Pointer vs French Bulldog Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between Shiba Inu, Old Danish Pointer, and French Bulldog. Which breed is most flexible?
Shiba Inu dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Old Danish Pointer dogs don't adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
French Bulldog dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: Shiba Inu or Old Danish Pointer or French Bulldog?
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.
Old Danish Pointer dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
French Bulldog dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Shiba Inu vs Old Danish Pointer vs French Bulldog Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between Shiba Inu, Old Danish Pointer, and French Bulldog. Which has lowest bite risk?

Low 🔽

The Shiba Inu has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Old Danish Pointer has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The French Bulldog has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between Shiba Inu, Old Danish Pointer, and French Bulldog. Which uses mouth most during play?
Shiba Inu dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Old Danish Pointer dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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French Bulldog dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Bite Strength Rating
Compare bite forces between Shiba Inu, Old Danish Pointer, and French Bulldog. Which has the strongest bite?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Shiba Inu bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Old Danish Pointer bite force: Ordinary.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

French Bulldog bite force: Weak.

Shiba Inu vs Old Danish Pointer vs French Bulldog Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of Shiba Inu, Old Danish Pointer, and French Bulldog. Which breed lives longest?
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Shiba Inu: 13 years
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Old Danish Pointer: 13 years
10-12 years
The average lifespan of French Bulldog: 11 years
Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between Shiba Inu, Old Danish Pointer, and French Bulldog. Which handles climate changes best?
Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Shiba Inu 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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Prefers average to warm weather conditions
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Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in Shiba Inu, Old Danish Pointer, and French Bulldog. Which has fewer health issues?
The Shiba Inu is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Old Danish Pointers are commonly healthy dogs.
The French Bulldog is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Vet Care Frequency
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Average
The Shiba Inu should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Rare
The Old Danish Pointer should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Average
The French Bulldog should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Shiba Inu vs Old Danish Pointer vs French Bulldog? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Shiba Inu vs Old Danish Pointer vs French Bulldog health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Patellar Luxation
Allergies
Cancer
Hypothyroidism
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Epilepsy
Glaucoma
Spinning
Chylothorax
No data available Hip Dysplasia
Patellar Luxation
Allergies
Von Willebrand's Disease
Intervertebral Disk Disease
Cleft Palate
Brachycephalic Syndrome
Elongated Soft Palate
Hemi-vertebrae

Shiba Inu vs Old Danish Pointer vs French Bulldog Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating
Compare energy levels between Shiba Inu, Old Danish Pointer, and French Bulldog. Which breed is most active?
Shiba Inu dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Old Danish Pointer dogs are high-energy dogs.
French Bulldog 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
Shiba Inu vs Old Danish Pointer vs French Bulldog exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Shiba Inu or Old Danish Pointer or French Bulldog? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Shiba Inu dogs have an average exercise need.
Old Danish Pointer dogs need a lot of exercises.
French Bulldog dogs exercise need is minimal.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Shiba Inu or Old Danish Pointer or French Bulldog?
Shiba Inu dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Old Danish Pointer dogs don't need too much sleep.
French Bulldog dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.

Shiba Inu vs Old Danish Pointer vs French Bulldog Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between Shiba Inu, Old Danish Pointer, and French Bulldog. Which is most prone to obesity?
Low to Average: The Shiba Inu has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Old Danish Pointer has an average risk for obesity.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the French Bulldog's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between Shiba Inu, Old Danish Pointer, and French Bulldog. Which needs most food?
Recommended daily amount: 1/2 to 1.5 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. Recommended daily amount: 1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.

Shiba Inu vs Old Danish Pointer vs French Bulldog Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Shiba Inu, Old Danish Pointer, and French Bulldog. Which is best for allergy sufferers?
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between Shiba Inu, Old Danish Pointer, and French Bulldog. What colors are available?
Black
Tan
Red
Cream
Sesame
White & Brown Cream
White
Fawn
Brindle
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between Shiba Inu, Old Danish Pointer, and French Bulldog. Which requires most maintenance?
Easy to groom: The Shiba Inu doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Average: The Old Danish Pointer requires average grooming effort.
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Easy to groom: The French Bulldog doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between Shiba Inu, Old Danish Pointer, and French Bulldog. Which drools least?
The Shiba Inu is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Old Danish Pointer is an average drooler.
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The French Bulldog is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between Shiba Inu, Old Danish Pointer, and French Bulldog. Which has least natural smell?

Medium

The Shiba Inu has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Old Danish Pointer has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The French Bulldog has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between Shiba Inu, Old Danish Pointer, and French Bulldog. How do their fur characteristics differ?
Dense Dense
Smooth
Fine
Smooth
Short
Close in texture
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between Shiba Inu, Old Danish Pointer, and French Bulldog. Which requires most frequent baths?
4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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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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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Shiba Inu or Old Danish Pointer or French Bulldog? Shiba Inu or Old Danish Pointer or {name3 shedding:
Shiba Inu dogs shed above average.
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Old Danish Pointer dogs shed moderately.
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French Bulldog dogs are low shedders.
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Shiba Inu vs Old Danish Pointer vs French Bulldog Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility
Compare child-friendliness between Shiba Inu, Old Danish Pointer, and French Bulldog. Which is best with kids?
Shiba Inu dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.
Old Danish Pointer dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
French Bulldog dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.
Pet Compatibility
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Shiba Inu dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Old Danish Pointer dogs are generally with other pets.
French Bulldog dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Shiba Inu or Old Danish Pointer or French Bulldog? Which dog is more friendly?
Shiba Inu dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Old Danish Pointer dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
French Bulldog dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Shiba Inu or Old Danish Pointer or French Bulldog?
Shiba Inu dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Old Danish Pointer dogs are average friendly towards cats.
French Bulldog dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Shiba Inu or Old Danish Pointer or French Bulldog?
Shiba Inu dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Old Danish Pointer dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
French Bulldog dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Shiba Inu vs Old Danish Pointer vs French Bulldog?
No
Shiba Inu dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.
No
Old Danish Pointer dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.
Yes
French Bulldog dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
Shiba Inu is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Yes
Old Danish Pointer is one of the best dog breeds for office environment
Yes
French Bulldog is one of the best dog breeds for office environment
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
Shiba Inus are commonly okay with elderly people.
Old Danish Pointers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
French Bulldogs are not the best breed for elderly people.

Shiba Inu vs Old Danish Pointer vs French Bulldog As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between Shiba Inu, Old Danish Pointer, and French Bulldog. Which is best suited for service work?

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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This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Therapy Work Suitability
Compare therapy dog potential between Shiba Inu, Old Danish Pointer, and French Bulldog. Which excels in therapy work?

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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Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between Shiba Inu, Old Danish Pointer, and French Bulldog. Which has best nose work ability?

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 & Rescue Potential
Compare search and rescue potential between Shiba Inu, Old Danish Pointer, and French Bulldog. Which is best for SAR work?

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.
Maritime Work Ability
Compare boating aptitude between Shiba Inu, Old Danish Pointer, and French Bulldog. Which is best suited for water work?

Not really

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

Old Danish Pointer breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

French Bulldog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between Shiba Inu, Old Danish Pointer, and French Bulldog. Which is best for draft work?

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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Military Service Background
Compare military service history of Shiba Inu, Old Danish Pointer, and French Bulldog. Which has most military use?

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.

Shiba Inu vs Old Danish Pointer vs French Bulldog Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of Shiba Inu, Old Danish Pointer, and French Bulldog. Which has most puppies?
2-4 puppies 4-6 puppies 3-5 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of Shiba Inu, Old Danish Pointer, and French Bulldog. Any breeding differences?
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Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between Shiba Inu, Old Danish Pointer, and French Bulldog. What's recommended?

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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Shiba Inu vs Old Danish Pointer vs French Bulldog Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for Shiba Inu, Old Danish Pointer, and French Bulldog. How are they classified?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1992 as a Non-Sporting breed. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1898 as a Non-Sporting breed.
FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for Shiba Inu, Old Danish Pointer, and French Bulldog. How are they classified internationally?
Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Asian Spitz and related breeds section. Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the Continental Pointing Dogs section. Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Small Molossian type Dogs section.
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of Shiba Inu, Old Danish Pointer, and French Bulldog. Which has most recognition?
American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
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
No data available 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

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