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Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Bulldog vs Chiweenie Comparison - Dog breed selector: Irish Soft-Coated Wheaten Terrier or British Bulldog or Choxie? Find the right dog for you

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Name Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier Bulldog Chiweenie
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Irish Soft-Coated Wheaten Terrier
Wheatie
British Bulldog
English Bulldog
Choxie
German Taco
Mexican Hot Dog
Weeniehuahua
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Bulldog vs Chiweenie breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Cross Breed

Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Bulldog vs Chiweenie Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier or Bulldog or Chiweenie? Which is the smallest dog, Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier or Bulldog or Chiweenie?
Medium Medium Small
Weight
Which is heavier, Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier or Bulldog or Bulldog? Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Bulldog vs Chiweenie weight comparison:
Male: 35-45 pounds (16-20 kg), Female: 30-40 pounds (14-18 kg) Male: 53-55 pounds (24-25 kg), Female: 49-51 pounds (22-23 kg) 5-12 pounds (2-5 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 40 pounds (18 kg), Female: 35 pounds (16 kg) Male: 54 pounds (24.5 kg), Female: 50 pounds (22.5 kg) 8.5 pounds (3.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier or Bulldog or Chiweenie? Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Bulldog vs Chiweenie height comparison:
Male: 18-20 inches (46-51 cm), Female: 17-19 inches (43-48 cm) 12-16 inches (31-40 cm), There is no prescribed height, but shorter Bulldogs are more prized when being shown 6-9 inches (15-23 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 19 inches (48.5 cm), Female: 18 inches (45.5 cm) 14 inches (35.5 cm), There is no prescribed height, but shorter Bulldogs are more prized when being shown 7.5 inches (19 cm)

Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Bulldog vs Chiweenie Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier or Bulldog or Chiweenie? Which is more expensive?
$800-$1000 $1200-$2000 $200-$600
Availability
Which is easier to get, Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier or Bulldog or Chiweenie?
Very frequent: The Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Bulldog is quite easy to get.
Average: The Chiweenie is a commonly available dog breed.

Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Bulldog vs Chiweenie Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Bulldog vs Chiweenie intelligence:
Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Low: The Bulldog is one of the dog breeds that have the lowest degree of obedience intelligence.
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Smart: The Chiweenie dogs have great intelligence.
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Trainability
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Bulldog vs Chiweenie trainability comparison.
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier dogs are quite easy to train.
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A slightly harder to train than average.
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Chiweenie dogs are quite easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier or Bulldog or Chiweenie?
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier dogs are good watchdogs.
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Bulldog dogs are average watchdogs.
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Chiweenie dogs are average watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier or Bulldog or Chiweenie? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Bulldog dogs are not the best to protect their territory.
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Chiweenie dogs are average defenders.
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Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Bulldog vs Chiweenie Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier or Bulldog or Chiweenie? Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Bulldog vs Chiweenie behavior/temperament comparison:
Playful
Energetic
Intelligent
Affectionate
Spirited
Faithful
Loving
Courageous
Friendly
Social
Sweet
Aggressive
Stubborn
Energetic
Loyal
Spunky
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: Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Bulldog vs Chiweenie?
High: Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Bulldog dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Average to High: Chiweenie dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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Social Needs
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Bulldog vs Chiweenie social needs comparison:
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Bulldog dogs are a social breed.
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Chiweenie 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 Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier is strong enough to escape from home.
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Bulldog dogs are not the biggest explorers.
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Chiweenie 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?
Soft Coated Wheaten 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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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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Chiweenie 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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Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Bulldog vs Chiweenie Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Bulldog vs Chiweenie playfulness comparison:
The Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier is a playful breed.
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Bulldogs don't really like playing.
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The Chiweenie is a highly playful breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Bulldog vs Chiweenie?
Average: The Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier barks occasionally.
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Low: The Bulldog barks none to minimal.
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A lot: Chiweenie is a particularly loud breed.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier or Bulldog or Chiweenie?
Apartment-friendly dog the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier breed.
Very house-friendly dog the Bulldog breed.
Very house-friendly dog the Chiweenie breed.

Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Bulldog vs Chiweenie Adaptability and Independence Comparison

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

Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Bulldog vs Chiweenie Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier or Bulldog or Chiweenie?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Bulldog bite force: Ordinary.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

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

Low 🔽

The Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.

Moderate

The Bulldog has an average chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Chiweenie has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Bulldog vs Chiweenie mouthiness comparison:
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Bulldog dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Chiweenie dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Bulldog vs Chiweenie Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Bulldog vs Chiweenie health comparison. Which is the healthier: Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Bulldog vs Chiweenie?
The Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Very healthy dog breed.
The Chiweenie 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: Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Bulldog vs Chiweenie? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Bulldog vs Chiweenie health problems comparison:
Allergies
Cancer
Addison's Disease
Renal Dysplasia
Hip Dysplasia
Patellar Luxation
Entropion
Cherry Eye
Demodectic Mange
Reverse Sneezing
Brachycephalic Syndrome
Dry Eye
Head Shakes
Allergies
Hypothyroidism
Diabetes
Degenerative Myelopathy
Dental Problems
Hypoglycemia
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Average
The Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Rare
The Bulldog should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Average
The Chiweenie should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Life Expectancy
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Bulldog vs Chiweenie lifespan comparison. How long do Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier, Bulldog and Chiweenie breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier: 13 years
8-10 years
The average lifespan of Bulldog: 9 years
12-16 years
The average lifespan of Chiweenie: 14 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Bulldog vs Chiweenie?
Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
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Prefers warm weather
Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates.
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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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Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Bulldog vs Chiweenie Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier or Bulldog or Chiweenie? Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Bulldog vs Chiweenie energy level comparison:
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Bulldog dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.
Chiweenie dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Bulldog vs Chiweenie exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier or Bulldog or Chiweenie? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Bulldog dogs exercise need is very minimal.
Chiweenie dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier or Bulldog or Chiweenie?
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Bulldog dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.
Chiweenie dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.

Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Bulldog vs Chiweenie Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier or Bulldog or Chiweenie?
Recommended daily amount: 1.5 to 2 cups of a high-quality daily, divided into two meals. 1/2 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 1/2 to 1 cup dry food a day.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Bulldog vs Chiweenie weight gain potential comparison:
Average: The Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier has an average risk for obesity.
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High: The Bulldog breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Chiweenie's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Bulldog vs Chiweenie Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Bulldog vs Chiweenie coat comparison:
Curly Fine Short
Long
Colors
What are the original Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier, Bulldog and Chiweenie color?
Wheaten Gray
Red
White
Fawn
Brindle
Black
White
Brown
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier or Bulldog or Chiweenie? Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Bulldog vs Chiweenie grooming comparison:
Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition.
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Average: The Bulldog requires average grooming effort.
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Effortless: The Chiweenie requires minimal grooming.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier or Bulldog or Chiweenie? Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier or Bulldog or {name3 shedding:
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier dogs are low shedders.
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Bulldog dogs shed moderately.
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Chiweenie dogs shed none to minimal.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier or Bulldog or Chiweenie?
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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6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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Hypoallergenic
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Bulldog vs Chiweenie 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, Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Bulldog vs Chiweenie?

Medium

The Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.

High 🔼

The Bulldog has a high chance of bad smell.

Low 🔽

The Chiweenie has a low chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?
The Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Bulldog 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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The Chiweenie is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Bulldog vs Chiweenie Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Bulldog dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Chiweenie dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier or Bulldog or Chiweenie? Which dog is more friendly?
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Bulldog dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Chiweenie dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier or Bulldog or Chiweenie?
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Bulldog dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Chiweenie dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier or Bulldog or Chiweenie?
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Bulldog dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Chiweenie dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier or Bulldog or Chiweenie?
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Bulldog dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Chiweenie dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Bulldog vs Chiweenie?
Yes
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
No
Bulldog dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.
Yes
Chiweenie dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Bulldog is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Chiweenie is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
Soft Coated Wheaten Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.
Bulldogs are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Chiweenies are not the best breed for elderly people.

Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Bulldog vs Chiweenie 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: Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier or Bulldog or Chiweenie? 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: Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Bulldog vs Chiweenie?

Not really

Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

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

Chiweenie 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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Yes

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.

Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Bulldog vs Chiweenie 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 Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier and Bulldog and Chiweenie have?
5-8 puppies 4-5 puppies 2-5 puppies

Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Bulldog vs Chiweenie Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1973 as a Terrier breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1886 as a Non-Sporting breed. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI?
Not recognized by FCI. Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type section. Not recognized by FCI.
Breed Recognition
What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?
American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
Irish 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
Not recognized by any clubs.

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