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Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Double Doodle vs Pumi Comparison - Dog breed selector: Irish Soft-Coated Wheaten Terrier or Golden Labradoodle or Hungarian Herding Terrier? Find the right dog for you

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Name Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier Double Doodle Pumi
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Irish Soft-Coated Wheaten Terrier
Wheatie
Golden Labradoodle
North American Retriever
Hungarian Herding Terrier
Hungarian Pumi
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Double Doodle vs Pumi breed type comparison:
Purebred Cross Breed Purebred

Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Double Doodle vs Pumi Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier or Double Doodle or Pumi? Which is the smallest dog, Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier or Double Doodle or Pumi?
Medium Medium Medium
Weight
Which is heavier, Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier or Double Doodle or Double Doodle? Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Double Doodle vs Pumi weight comparison:
Male: 35-45 pounds (16-20 kg), Female: 30-40 pounds (14-18 kg) 30-70 pounds (14-32 kg) Male: 22–33 pounds (10-15 kg), Female: 18–29 pounds (8-13 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 40 pounds (18 kg), Female: 35 pounds (16 kg) 50 pounds (23 kg) Male: 22–33 pounds (12.5 kg), Female: 18–29 pounds (10.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier or Double Doodle or Pumi? Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Double Doodle vs Pumi height comparison:
Male: 18-20 inches (46-51 cm), Female: 17-19 inches (43-48 cm) 20-24 inches (50-61 cm) Male: 16-19 inches (41-47 cm), Female : 14-17 inches (38-44 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 19 inches (48.5 cm), Female: 18 inches (45.5 cm) 22 inches (55.5 cm) Male: 17.5 inches (44 cm), Female : 15.5 inches (41 cm)

Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Double Doodle vs Pumi Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier or Double Doodle or Pumi? Which is more expensive?
$800-$1000 $600-$800 $500-$1200
Availability
Which is easier to get, Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier or Double Doodle or Pumi?
Very frequent: The Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier is quite easy to get.
Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.
Frequent: The Pumi is easier than average to get.

Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Double Doodle vs Pumi Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Double Doodle vs Pumi intelligence:
Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Smart: The Double Doodle dogs have great intelligence.
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Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Trainability
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Double Doodle vs Pumi trainability comparison.
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier dogs are quite easy to train.
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Double Doodle dogs are very easy to train.
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Pumi dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier or Double Doodle or Pumi?
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier dogs are good watchdogs.
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Double Doodle dogs are average watchdogs.
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Pumi dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier or Double Doodle or Pumi? 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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Double Doodle dogs are average defenders.
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Pumi dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Double Doodle vs Pumi Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier or Double Doodle or Pumi? Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Double Doodle vs Pumi behavior/temperament comparison:
Playful
Energetic
Intelligent
Affectionate
Spirited
Faithful
Loving
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Gentle
Social
Active
Protective
Alert
Sensitive
Intelligent
Lively
Restless
Reserved
Vocal
Extremely Bold
Suspicious Towards Strangers
Noisy
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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Sensitive: Double Doodle dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Pumi dogs are less sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Double Doodle vs Pumi?
High: Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Average to High: Double Doodle dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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High: Pumi dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Double Doodle vs Pumi social needs comparison:
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Double Doodle dogs are a social breed.
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Pumi 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 Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier is strong enough to escape from home.
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Double Doodle dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Pumi dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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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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Double Doodle dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals.
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Pumi 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 Double Doodle vs Pumi Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Double Doodle vs Pumi playfulness comparison:
The Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier is a playful breed.
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The Double Doodle is a highly playful breed.
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The Pumi is a highly playful breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Double Doodle vs Pumi?
Average: The Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier barks occasionally.
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Average: The Double Doodle barks occasionally.
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A lot: Pumi is a particularly loud breed.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier or Double Doodle or Pumi?
Apartment-friendly dog the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier breed.
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 Double Doodle indoors.
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 Pumi indoors.

Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Double Doodle vs Pumi 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.
Double Doodle dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Pumi dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier or Double Doodle or Pumi?
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.
Double Doodle 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.
Pumi dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Double Doodle vs Pumi Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier or Double Doodle or Pumi?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Double Doodle bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Pumi bite force: Ordinary.
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.

Low 🔽

The Double Doodle has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

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

Health Issues
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Double Doodle vs Pumi health comparison. Which is the healthier: Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Double Doodle vs Pumi?
The Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The Double Doodle is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Pumis tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Double Doodle vs Pumi? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Double Doodle vs Pumi health problems comparison:
Allergies
Cancer
Addison's Disease
Renal Dysplasia
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Hypothyroidism
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Von Willebrand's Disease
Bloat
Epilepsy
Ear Infections
Elbow Dysplasia
Osteochondrosis Dissecans
Hip Dysplasia
Patellar Luxation
Elbow Dysplasia
Degenerative Myelopathy
Primary Lens Luxation
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.
Average
The Double Doodle should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Frequent
The Pumi should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Life Expectancy
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Double Doodle vs Pumi lifespan comparison. How long do Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier, Double Doodle and Pumi breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier: 13 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Double Doodle: 13 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Pumi: 13 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Double Doodle vs Pumi?
Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
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Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Double Doodle vs Pumi Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier or Double Doodle or Pumi? Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Double Doodle vs Pumi energy level comparison:
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Double Doodle dogs are high-energy dogs.
Pumi dogs are high-energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Double Doodle vs Pumi exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier or Double Doodle or Pumi? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Double Doodle dogs need a lot of exercises.
Pumi dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier or Double Doodle or Pumi?
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Double Doodle dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
Pumi dogs don't need too much sleep.

Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Double Doodle vs Pumi Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier or Double Doodle or Pumi?
Recommended daily amount: 1.5 to 2 cups of a high-quality daily, divided into two meals. 2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 1 to 1.5 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? Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Double Doodle vs Pumi weight gain potential comparison:
Average: The Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier has an average risk for obesity.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Double Doodle's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Average: The Pumi has an average risk for obesity.
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Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Double Doodle vs Pumi Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Double Doodle vs Pumi coat comparison:
Curly Wiry
Curly
Wiry
Dense
Curly
Wavy
Colors
What are the original Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier, Double Doodle and Pumi color?
Wheaten Black
Tan
Cream
White
Silver
Brown
Golden
Black
White
Grey in various shades (normally, the colour at birth is black, turning grey with time)
Fawn. Primary colours: red, yellow, cream (a trace of black or grey and a distinct mask are desirable).
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier or Double Doodle or Pumi? Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Double Doodle vs Pumi grooming comparison:
Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition.
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Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition.
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Average: The Pumi requires average grooming effort.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier or Double Doodle or Pumi? Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier or Double Doodle or {name3 shedding:
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier dogs are low shedders.
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Double Doodle dogs shed moderately.
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Pumi dogs shed moderately.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier or Double Doodle or Pumi?
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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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
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Double Doodle vs Pumi 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 Double Doodle vs Pumi?

Medium

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

Medium

The Double Doodle has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Pumi has an average 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 Double Doodle is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency.
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The Pumi is an average drooler.
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Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Double Doodle vs Pumi 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.
Double Doodle dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Pumi dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier or Double Doodle or Pumi? Which dog is more friendly?
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Double Doodle dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Pumi dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier or Double Doodle or Pumi?
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Double Doodle dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Pumi dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier or Double Doodle or Pumi?
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Double Doodle dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Pumi dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier or Double Doodle or Pumi?
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Double Doodle dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Pumi 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 Double Doodle vs Pumi?
Yes
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Double Doodle dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Pumi 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
Double Doodle is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Pumi 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.
Double Doodles are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Pumis are usually recommended for elderly people.

Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Double Doodle vs Pumi 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 Double Doodle or Pumi? 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 Double Doodle vs Pumi?

Not really

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

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

Pumi breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog
Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?

Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

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

Not really

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

Not really

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

Not really

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

Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Double Doodle vs Pumi 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 Double Doodle and Pumi have?
5-8 puppies 2-5 puppies 4-6 puppies

Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Double Doodle vs Pumi Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1973 as a Terrier breed. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2016 as a Herding breed.
FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI?
Not recognized by FCI. Not recognized by FCI. Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs 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
Irish Kennel Club
Canadian Canine Registry
Club Espanol De Terriers
International Designer Canine Registry American Canine Registry
America's Pet Registry
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
Foundation Stock Service

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