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Siberian Husky vs East-European Shepherd vs Australian Cattle Dog Comparison - Dog breed selector: Chuksha or Vostochnoevropejskaya Ovcharka or Blue Heeler? Find the right dog for you

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Name Siberian Husky East-European Shepherd Australian Cattle Dog
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Chuksha
Husky
Icee
Sibe
Chukcha
Vostochnoevropejskaya Ovcharka
Byelorussian Ovcharka
Blue Heeler
Cattle Dog
Red Heeler
Queensland Heeler
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Siberian Husky vs East-European Shepherd vs Australian Cattle Dog breed type comparison:
Purebred Cross Breed Purebred

Siberian Husky vs East-European Shepherd vs Australian Cattle Dog Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Siberian Husky or East-European Shepherd or Australian Cattle Dog? Which is the smallest dog, Siberian Husky or East-European Shepherd or Australian Cattle Dog?
Medium Large Medium
Weight
Which is heavier, Siberian Husky or East-European Shepherd or East-European Shepherd? Siberian Husky vs East-European Shepherd vs Australian Cattle Dog weight comparison:
Male: 45–60 pounds (20–27 kg), Female: 35–50 pounds (16–23 kg) Male: 77–132 pounds (35–60 kg), Female: 66–110 pounds (30–50 kg) 30-62 pounds (13-28 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 45–60 pounds (20–27 kg), Female: 35–50 pounds (16–23 kg) Male: 77–132 pounds (35–60 kg), Female: 66–110 pounds (30–50 kg) 46 pounds (20.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Siberian Husky or East-European Shepherd or Australian Cattle Dog? Siberian Husky vs East-European Shepherd vs Australian Cattle Dog height comparison:
Male: 21–24 inches (53–61 cm), Female: 20–22 inches (51–56 cm) Male: 26-30 inches (66-76 cm), Female: 24-28 inches (61-72 cm) Male: 17-20 inches (43-51 cm), Female: 17-19 inches (43-48 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 21–24 inches (53–61 cm), Female: 20–22 inches (51–56 cm) Male: 28 inches (71 cm), Female: 26 inches (66.5 cm) Male: 18.5 inches (47 cm), Female: 18 inches (45.5 cm)

Siberian Husky vs East-European Shepherd vs Australian Cattle Dog Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Siberian Husky or East-European Shepherd or Australian Cattle Dog? Which is more expensive?
$700-$1200 $800-$1000 $500-$700
Availability
Which is easier to get, Siberian Husky or East-European Shepherd or Australian Cattle Dog?
Very frequent: The Siberian Husky is quite easy to get.
Average: The East-European Shepherd is a commonly available dog breed.
Very frequent: The Australian Cattle Dog is quite easy to get.

Siberian Husky vs East-European Shepherd vs Australian Cattle Dog Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Siberian Husky vs East-European Shepherd vs Australian Cattle Dog intelligence:
Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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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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Outstanding: Australian Cattle Dog is one of the brightest dog breeds.
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Trainability
Siberian Husky vs East-European Shepherd vs Australian Cattle Dog trainability comparison.
Siberian Husky dogs are hard to train.
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East-European Shepherd dogs are quite easy to train.
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Australian Cattle Dog dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Siberian Husky or East-European Shepherd or Australian Cattle Dog?
Siberian Husky dogs are not the best choice if you want a good watchdog.
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East-European Shepherd dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Australian Cattle Dog dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Siberian Husky or East-European Shepherd or Australian Cattle Dog? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Siberian Husky dogs can't provide protection for their territory.
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East-European Shepherd dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Australian Cattle Dog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Siberian Husky vs East-European Shepherd vs Australian Cattle Dog Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Siberian Husky or East-European Shepherd or Australian Cattle Dog? Siberian Husky vs East-European Shepherd vs Australian Cattle Dog behavior/temperament comparison:
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Outgoing
Gentle
Playful
Protective
Intelligent
Loyal
Aggressive
Energetic
Protective
Alert
Intelligent
Responsive
Loyal
Aggressive
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Siberian Husky vs East-European Shepherd vs Australian Cattle Dog?
High: Siberian Husky dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Average to High: East-European Shepherd dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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Average: Australian Cattle Dog dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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Social Needs
Siberian Husky vs East-European Shepherd vs Australian Cattle Dog social needs comparison:
Siberian Husky dogs need for social interaction is average.
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East-European Shepherd dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Australian Cattle Dog dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Siberian Husky dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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East-European Shepherd dogs tend to escape less than other breeds.
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The wanderlust potential of the Australian Cattle Dog 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?
Siberian Husky 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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East-European Shepherd dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Australian Cattle Dog dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Siberian Husky vs East-European Shepherd vs Australian Cattle Dog Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Siberian Husky vs East-European Shepherd vs Australian Cattle Dog playfulness comparison:
The Siberian Husky is a playful breed.
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Average: East-European Shepherds, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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The Australian Cattle Dog is a highly playful breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Siberian Husky vs East-European Shepherd vs Australian Cattle Dog?
Average: The Siberian Husky barks occasionally.
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Average: The East-European Shepherd barks occasionally.
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Low to Average: The Australian Cattle Dog rarely barks.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Siberian Husky or East-European Shepherd or Australian Cattle Dog?
It is not recommended to keep the Siberian Husky 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 East-European Shepherd indoors.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Australian Cattle Dog breed.

Siberian Husky vs East-European Shepherd vs Australian Cattle Dog Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
Siberian Husky dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
East-European Shepherd dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Average: Australian Cattle Dog dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Siberian Husky or East-European Shepherd or Australian Cattle Dog?
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.
East-European Shepherd dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Siberian Husky vs East-European Shepherd vs Australian Cattle Dog Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Siberian Husky or East-European Shepherd or Australian Cattle Dog?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Siberian Husky bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

East-European Shepherd bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

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

Low 🔽

The Siberian Husky has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The East-European Shepherd has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Australian Cattle Dog has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Siberian Husky vs East-European Shepherd vs Australian Cattle Dog mouthiness comparison:
Siberian Husky dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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East-European Shepherd dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Australian Cattle Dog dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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Siberian Husky vs East-European Shepherd vs Australian Cattle Dog Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Siberian Husky vs East-European Shepherd vs Australian Cattle Dog health comparison. Which is the healthier: Siberian Husky vs East-European Shepherd vs Australian Cattle Dog?
The Siberian Husky is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
East-European Shepherds tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
The Australian Cattle Dog 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: Siberian Husky vs East-European Shepherd vs Australian Cattle Dog? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Siberian Husky vs East-European Shepherd vs Australian Cattle Dog health problems comparison:
Cataracts
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Corneal Dystrophy
No data available Hip Dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Deafness
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Average
The Siberian Husky should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Frequent
The East-European Shepherd should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Average
The Australian Cattle Dog should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Life Expectancy
Siberian Husky vs East-European Shepherd vs Australian Cattle Dog lifespan comparison. How long do Siberian Husky, East-European Shepherd and Australian Cattle Dog breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Siberian Husky: 13 years
10-14 years
The average lifespan of East-European Shepherd: 12 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Australian Cattle Dog: 13 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Siberian Husky vs East-European Shepherd vs Australian Cattle Dog?
Prefers cold weather
The Siberian Husky can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog.
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Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The East-European 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 Australian Cattle Dog can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Siberian Husky vs East-European Shepherd vs Australian Cattle Dog Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Siberian Husky vs East-European Shepherd vs Australian Cattle Dog Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Siberian Husky or East-European Shepherd or Australian Cattle Dog?
Recommended daily amount: 2.5 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 5 to 6 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? Siberian Husky vs East-European Shepherd vs Australian Cattle Dog weight gain potential comparison:
Low to Average: The Siberian Husky has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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Average: The East-European Shepherd has an average risk for obesity.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Australian Cattle Dog's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Siberian Husky vs East-European Shepherd vs Australian Cattle Dog Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Siberian Husky vs East-European Shepherd vs Australian Cattle Dog coat comparison:
Fluffy Dense Dense
Colors
What are the original Siberian Husky, East-European Shepherd and Australian Cattle Dog color?
Black
Gray
Red
White
Sable
Agouti
Black
Tan
Blue
White
Red
Blue
Speckled
Mottled
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Siberian Husky or East-European Shepherd or Australian Cattle Dog? Siberian Husky vs East-European Shepherd vs Australian Cattle Dog grooming comparison:
Average: The Siberian Husky requires average grooming effort.
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Average: The East-European Shepherd requires average grooming effort.
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Effortless: The Australian Cattle Dog requires minimal grooming.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Siberian Husky or East-European Shepherd or Australian Cattle Dog? Siberian Husky or East-European Shepherd or {name3 shedding:
Siberian Husky dogs shed above average.
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East-European Shepherd dogs shed moderately.
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Australian Cattle Dog dogs shed moderately.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Siberian Husky or East-European Shepherd or Australian Cattle Dog?
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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4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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Hypoallergenic
Siberian Husky vs East-European Shepherd vs Australian Cattle Dog 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, Siberian Husky vs East-European Shepherd vs Australian Cattle Dog?

Low 🔽

The Siberian Husky has a low chance of bad smell.

Medium

The East-European Shepherd has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Australian Cattle Dog has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?
The Siberian Husky is an average drooler.
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The East-European Shepherd drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed.
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The Australian Cattle Dog is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Siberian Husky vs East-European Shepherd vs Australian Cattle Dog Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Siberian Husky dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
East-European Shepherd dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Australian Cattle Dog dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Siberian Husky or East-European Shepherd or Australian Cattle Dog? Which dog is more friendly?
Siberian Husky dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
East-European Shepherd dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Australian Cattle Dog dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Siberian Husky or East-European Shepherd or Australian Cattle Dog?
Siberian Husky dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
East-European Shepherd dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.
Australian Cattle Dog dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Siberian Husky or East-European Shepherd or Australian Cattle Dog?
Siberian Husky dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
East-European Shepherd dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Australian Cattle Dog dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Siberian Husky or East-European Shepherd or Australian Cattle Dog?
Siberian Husky dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
East-European Shepherd dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Australian Cattle Dog dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Siberian Husky vs East-European Shepherd vs Australian Cattle Dog?
No
Siberian Husky dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.
Yes
East-European Shepherd dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Australian Cattle Dog dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
Siberian Husky is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
East-European Shepherd is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Australian Cattle Dog is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
Siberian Huskys are usually recommended for elderly people.
East-European Shepherds are commonly okay with elderly people.
Australian Cattle Dogs are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Siberian Husky vs East-European Shepherd vs Australian Cattle Dog 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: Siberian Husky or East-European Shepherd or Australian Cattle Dog? 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: Siberian Husky vs East-European Shepherd vs Australian Cattle Dog?

Not really

Siberian Husky breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

East-European Shepherd breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Australian Cattle Dog 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

Yes

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

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.

Siberian Husky vs East-European Shepherd vs Australian Cattle Dog 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 Siberian Husky and East-European Shepherd and Australian Cattle Dog have?
4-8 puppies 4-10 puppies 1-7 puppies, average 5

Siberian Husky vs East-European Shepherd vs Australian Cattle Dog Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1930 as a Working breed. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1980 as a Herding breed.
FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI?
Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Nordic Sledge Dogs section. Not recognized by FCI. Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) 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
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
United Kennel Club

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