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Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Saluki vs Standard Schnauzer Comparison - Dog breed selector: Irish Soft-Coated Wheaten Terrier or Persian Greyhound or Schnauzer? Find the right dog for you

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Name Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier Saluki Standard Schnauzer
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Irish Soft-Coated Wheaten Terrier
Wheatie
Persian Greyhound
Gazelle Hound
Schnauzer
Wirehair Pinscher
Mittelschnauzer
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Saluki vs Standard Schnauzer breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Saluki vs Standard Schnauzer Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier or Saluki or Standard Schnauzer? Which is the smallest dog, Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier or Saluki or Standard Schnauzer?
Medium Large Medium
Weight
Which is heavier, Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier or Saluki or Saluki? Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Saluki vs Standard Schnauzer weight comparison:
Male: 35-45 pounds (16-20 kg), Female: 30-40 pounds (14-18 kg) 29 - 66 pounds (13 - 30 kg) Male: 30-45 pounds (14-20 kg), Female: 30-40 pounds (14-18 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 40 pounds (18 kg), Female: 35 pounds (16 kg) 29 - 66 pounds (13 - 30 kg) Male: 37.5 pounds (17 kg), Female: 35 pounds (16 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier or Saluki or Standard Schnauzer? Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Saluki vs Standard Schnauzer height comparison:
Male: 18-20 inches (46-51 cm), Female: 17-19 inches (43-48 cm) 23 - 28 inches (58 - 71cm) Male: 18-20 inches (46-51 cm), Female: 17-19 inches (43-48 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 19 inches (48.5 cm), Female: 18 inches (45.5 cm) 23 - 28 inches (58 - 71cm) Male: 19 inches (48.5 cm), Female: 18 inches (45.5 cm)

Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Saluki vs Standard Schnauzer Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier or Saluki or Standard Schnauzer? Which is more expensive?
$800-$1000 $600-$800 $1200-$1500
Availability
Which is easier to get, Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier or Saluki or Standard Schnauzer?
Very frequent: The Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier is quite easy to get.
Frequent: The Saluki is easier than average to get.
Very frequent: The Standard Schnauzer is quite easy to get.

Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Saluki vs Standard Schnauzer Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Saluki vs Standard Schnauzer 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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Very smart: Standard Schnauzer is an excellent dog breed.
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Trainability
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Saluki vs Standard Schnauzer trainability comparison.
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier dogs are quite easy to train.
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Saluki dogs are easy to train.
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Standard Schnauzer dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier or Saluki or Standard Schnauzer?
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier dogs are good watchdogs.
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Saluki dogs are average watchdogs.
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Standard Schnauzer dogs are good watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier or Saluki or Standard Schnauzer? 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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Saluki dogs can't provide protection for their territory.
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Standard Schnauzer dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Saluki vs Standard Schnauzer Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier or Saluki or Standard Schnauzer? Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Saluki vs Standard Schnauzer behavior/temperament comparison:
Playful
Energetic
Intelligent
Affectionate
Spirited
Faithful
Aloof
Intelligent
Loyal
Quiet
Reserved
Playful
Intelligent
Devoted
Lively
Trainable
Good-natured
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: Saluki dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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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 Saluki vs Standard Schnauzer?
High: Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Average: Saluki dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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Average to High: Standard Schnauzer dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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Social Needs
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Saluki vs Standard Schnauzer social needs comparison:
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Saluki dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Standard Schnauzer 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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Saluki dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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Standard Schnauzer 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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Saluki dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Standard Schnauzer dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Saluki vs Standard Schnauzer Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Saluki vs Standard Schnauzer playfulness comparison:
The Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier is a playful breed.
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Average: Salukis, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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The Standard Schnauzer is a highly playful breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Saluki vs Standard Schnauzer?
Average: The Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier barks occasionally.
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Low to Average: The Saluki rarely barks.
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Average: The Standard Schnauzer barks occasionally.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier or Saluki or Standard Schnauzer?
Apartment-friendly dog the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier breed.
Very house-friendly dog the Saluki 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 Standard Schnauzer indoors.

Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Saluki vs Standard Schnauzer 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.
Saluki dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Average: Standard Schnauzer 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 Saluki or Standard Schnauzer?
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.
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.
Standard Schnauzer 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 Saluki vs Standard Schnauzer Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier or Saluki or Standard Schnauzer?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Saluki bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Standard Schnauzer 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 Saluki has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

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

Health Issues
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Saluki vs Standard Schnauzer health comparison. Which is the healthier: Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Saluki vs Standard Schnauzer?
The Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The Saluki is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Standard Schnauzers tend to have a lot and frequent health issues.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Saluki vs Standard Schnauzer? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Saluki vs Standard Schnauzer health problems comparison:
Allergies
Cancer
Addison's Disease
Renal Dysplasia
No data available Hip Dysplasia
Follicular Dermatitis
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 Saluki should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Frequent
The Standard Schnauzer should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Life Expectancy
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Saluki vs Standard Schnauzer lifespan comparison. How long do Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier, Saluki and Standard Schnauzer breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier: 13 years
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Saluki: 13 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Standard Schnauzer: 13 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Saluki vs Standard Schnauzer?
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
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
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Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Standard Schnauzer can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Saluki vs Standard Schnauzer Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Saluki vs Standard Schnauzer Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier or Saluki or Standard Schnauzer?
Recommended daily amount: 1.5 to 2 cups of a high-quality daily, divided into two meals. 1.5 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three meals.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Saluki vs Standard Schnauzer weight gain potential comparison:
Average: The Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier has an average risk for obesity.
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Low: The Saluki has good luck with genetics.
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Low: The Standard Schnauzer has good luck with genetics.
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Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Saluki vs Standard Schnauzer Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Saluki vs Standard Schnauzer coat comparison:
Curly Smooth Wiry
Colors
What are the original Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier, Saluki and Standard Schnauzer color?
Wheaten Black
Tan
Red
Cream
White
Silver
Fawn
Golden
Chocolate
Black
Pepper
Salt
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier or Saluki or Standard Schnauzer? Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Saluki vs Standard Schnauzer grooming comparison:
Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition.
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Effortless: The Saluki requires minimal grooming.
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Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier or Saluki or Standard Schnauzer? Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier or Saluki or {name3 shedding:
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier dogs are low shedders.
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Saluki dogs shed none to minimal.
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Standard Schnauzer dogs shed none to minimal.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier or Saluki or Standard Schnauzer?
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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8-12 weeks
Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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Hypoallergenic
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Saluki vs Standard Schnauzer 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 Saluki vs Standard Schnauzer?

Medium

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

Low 🔽

The Saluki has a low chance of bad smell.

Low 🔽

The Standard Schnauzer 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 Saluki is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Standard Schnauzer is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Saluki vs Standard Schnauzer 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.
Saluki dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Standard Schnauzer dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier or Saluki or Standard Schnauzer? Which dog is more friendly?
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Saluki dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Standard Schnauzer dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier or Saluki or Standard Schnauzer?
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Saluki dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Standard Schnauzer dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier or Saluki or Standard Schnauzer?
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Saluki dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Standard Schnauzer dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier or Saluki or Standard Schnauzer?
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Saluki dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Standard Schnauzer dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Saluki vs Standard Schnauzer?
Yes
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Saluki dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Standard Schnauzer 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
Saluki is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Standard Schnauzer 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.
Salukis are usually recommended for elderly people.
Standard Schnauzers are usually recommended for elderly people.

Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Saluki vs Standard Schnauzer 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 Saluki or Standard Schnauzer? 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 Saluki vs Standard Schnauzer?

Not really

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

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

Standard Schnauzer 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 Saluki vs Standard Schnauzer 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 Saluki and Standard Schnauzer have?
5-8 puppies 4-8 puppies 4-8 puppies

Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Saluki vs Standard Schnauzer 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 1929 as a Hound breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1904 as a Working breed.
FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI?
Not recognized by FCI. Recognized by FCI in the Sighthounds group, in the Long-haired or fringed Sighthounds section. Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Pinscher and Schnauzer type 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
No data available American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
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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