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Spinone Italiano vs Newfoundland vs Portuguese Water Dog Comparison - Dog breed selector: Italian Coarsehaired Pointer or Blackbear or Cao De Agua? Find the right dog for you

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Name Spinone Italiano Newfoundland Portuguese Water Dog
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Italian Coarsehaired Pointer
Italian Griffon
Italian Wire-Haired Pointer
Spinone
Italian Spinone
Blackbear
Newfie
The Gentle Giant
Newf
Cao De Agua
Portie
Water Dog
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Spinone Italiano vs Newfoundland vs Portuguese Water Dog breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Spinone Italiano vs Newfoundland vs Portuguese Water Dog Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Spinone Italiano or Newfoundland or Portuguese Water Dog? Which is the smallest dog, Spinone Italiano or Newfoundland or Portuguese Water Dog?
Large
Medium
Giant Medium
Weight
Which is heavier, Spinone Italiano or Newfoundland or Newfoundland? Spinone Italiano vs Newfoundland vs Portuguese Water Dog weight comparison:
Male: 60-80 pounds (27-36 kg), Female: 50-70 pounds (22-31 kg) Male: 130-150 pounds (59-68 kg), Female: 100-120 pounds (45-54 kg) Male: 42-55 pounds (19-25 kg), Female: 35-49 pounds (16-22 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 70 pounds (31.5 kg), Female: 60 pounds (26.5 kg) Male: 140 pounds (63.5 kg), Female: 110 pounds (49.5 kg) Male: 48.5 pounds (22 kg), Female: 42 pounds (19 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Spinone Italiano or Newfoundland or Portuguese Water Dog? Spinone Italiano vs Newfoundland vs Portuguese Water Dog height comparison:
23 - 28 inches (58 - 70 cm) Male: 27-29 inches (69-74 cm), Female: 25-27 inches (63-69 cm) Male: 20-22 inches (50-57 cm), Female: 17-20 inches (43-52 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
23 - 28 inches (58 - 70 cm) Male: 28 inches (71.5 cm), Female: 26 inches (66 cm) Male: 21 inches (53.5 cm), Female: 18.5 inches (47.5 cm)

Spinone Italiano vs Newfoundland vs Portuguese Water Dog Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Spinone Italiano or Newfoundland or Portuguese Water Dog? Which is more expensive?
$1500-$2000 $1500-$2000 $2500-$2800
Availability
Which is easier to get, Spinone Italiano or Newfoundland or Portuguese Water Dog?
Frequent: The Spinone Italiano is easier than average to get.
Very frequent: The Newfoundland is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Portuguese Water Dog is quite easy to get.

Spinone Italiano vs Newfoundland vs Portuguese Water Dog Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Spinone Italiano vs Newfoundland vs Portuguese Water Dog intelligence:
Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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Smart: The Newfoundland dogs have great intelligence.
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Smart: The Portuguese Water Dog dogs have great intelligence.
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Trainability
Spinone Italiano vs Newfoundland vs Portuguese Water Dog trainability comparison.
Spinone Italiano dogs are quite easy to train.
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Newfoundland dogs are easy to train.
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Portuguese Water Dog dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Spinone Italiano or Newfoundland or Portuguese Water Dog?
Spinone Italiano dogs are average watchdogs.
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Newfoundland dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Portuguese Water Dog dogs are good watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Spinone Italiano or Newfoundland or Portuguese Water Dog? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Spinone Italiano dogs are average defenders.
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Newfoundland dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Portuguese Water Dog dogs are average defenders.
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Spinone Italiano vs Newfoundland vs Portuguese Water Dog Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Spinone Italiano or Newfoundland or Portuguese Water Dog? Spinone Italiano vs Newfoundland vs Portuguese Water Dog behavior/temperament comparison:
Friendly
Docile
Affectionate
Patient
Loyal
Gentle
Courageous
Intelligent
Loyal
Gentle
Social
Sweet
Cheerful
Intelligent
Docile
Obedient
Brave
Impetuous
Quarrelsome
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
Sensitive: Spinone Italiano 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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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Spinone Italiano vs Newfoundland vs Portuguese Water Dog?
Average to High: Spinone Italiano dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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Average to High: Newfoundland dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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High: Portuguese Water Dog dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Spinone Italiano vs Newfoundland vs Portuguese Water Dog social needs comparison:
Spinone Italiano dogs are a social breed.
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Newfoundland dogs are a social breed.
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Portuguese Water Dog dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Spinone Italiano dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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Newfoundland dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Portuguese Water Dog dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Spinone Italiano 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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Newfoundland dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Portuguese Water Dog 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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Spinone Italiano vs Newfoundland vs Portuguese Water Dog Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Spinone Italiano vs Newfoundland vs Portuguese Water Dog playfulness comparison:
Average: Spinone Italianos, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Average: Newfoundlands, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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The Portuguese Water Dog is a playful breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Spinone Italiano vs Newfoundland vs Portuguese Water Dog?
Low to Average: The Spinone Italiano rarely barks.
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Low to Average: The Newfoundland rarely barks.
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Low to Average: The Portuguese Water Dog rarely barks.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Spinone Italiano or Newfoundland or Portuguese Water Dog?
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 Spinone Italiano 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 Newfoundland indoors.
Apartment-friendly dog the Portuguese Water Dog breed.

Spinone Italiano vs Newfoundland vs Portuguese Water Dog Adaptability and Independence Comparison

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

Spinone Italiano vs Newfoundland vs Portuguese Water Dog Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Spinone Italiano or Newfoundland or Portuguese Water Dog?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Spinone Italiano bite force: Ordinary.

Above 400 PSI 🔼

Newfoundland bite force: The Strongest.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

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

Low 🔽

The Spinone Italiano has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Newfoundland has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Portuguese Water Dog has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Spinone Italiano vs Newfoundland vs Portuguese Water Dog mouthiness comparison:
Spinone Italiano dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Newfoundland dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Portuguese Water Dog dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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Spinone Italiano vs Newfoundland vs Portuguese Water Dog Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Spinone Italiano vs Newfoundland vs Portuguese Water Dog health comparison. Which is the healthier: Spinone Italiano vs Newfoundland vs Portuguese Water Dog?
The Spinone Italiano is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Very healthy dog breed.
The Portuguese Water 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: Spinone Italiano vs Newfoundland vs Portuguese Water Dog? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Spinone Italiano vs Newfoundland vs Portuguese Water Dog health problems comparison:
Bloat
Cerebellar Ataxia
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Cancer
Hypothyroidism
Bloat
Epilepsy
Cherry Eye
Elbow Dysplasia
Addison's Disease
Cystinuria
Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Entropion
Ectropion
Distichiasis
Persistent Pupillary Membranes
Addison's Disease
Megaesophagus
Irritable Bowel Disease (ibd)
Abnormally Small Eyes
GM-1 Storage Disease
Juvenile Dilated Cardiomyopathy
Gastrointestinal Diseases
Colitis
Hemorrhagic Gastroenteritis
Lymphangiectasia
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Average
The Spinone Italiano should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Rare
The Newfoundland should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Average
The Portuguese Water Dog should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Life Expectancy
Spinone Italiano vs Newfoundland vs Portuguese Water Dog lifespan comparison. How long do Spinone Italiano, Newfoundland and Portuguese Water Dog breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Spinone Italiano: 13 years
9-13 years
The average lifespan of Newfoundland: 11 years
10-14 years
The average lifespan of Portuguese Water Dog: 12 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Spinone Italiano vs Newfoundland vs Portuguese Water Dog?
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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Prefers cold weather
The Newfoundland 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 Portuguese Water Dog can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Spinone Italiano vs Newfoundland vs Portuguese Water Dog Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Spinone Italiano or Newfoundland or Portuguese Water Dog? Spinone Italiano vs Newfoundland vs Portuguese Water Dog energy level comparison:
Spinone Italiano dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Newfoundland dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Portuguese Water Dog dogs are high-energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Spinone Italiano vs Newfoundland vs Portuguese Water Dog exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Spinone Italiano or Newfoundland or Portuguese Water Dog? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Spinone Italiano dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Newfoundland dogs have an average exercise need.
Portuguese Water Dog dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Spinone Italiano or Newfoundland or Portuguese Water Dog?
Spinone Italiano dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Newfoundland dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
Portuguese Water Dog dogs don't need too much sleep.

Spinone Italiano vs Newfoundland vs Portuguese Water Dog Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Spinone Italiano or Newfoundland or Portuguese Water Dog?
2.5 to 3.5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, divided into two meals. 5 to 6 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 2 to 2.5 cup 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? Spinone Italiano vs Newfoundland vs Portuguese Water Dog weight gain potential comparison:
Average: The Spinone Italiano has an average risk for obesity.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Newfoundland's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Average: The Portuguese Water Dog has an average risk for obesity.
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Spinone Italiano vs Newfoundland vs Portuguese Water Dog Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Spinone Italiano vs Newfoundland vs Portuguese Water Dog coat comparison:
Wiry Fluffy
Waterproof
Thick
Curly
Colors
What are the original Spinone Italiano, Newfoundland and Portuguese Water Dog color?
White
Brown
Orange
Roan
Black
Gray
White
Brown
Black
White
Brown
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Spinone Italiano or Newfoundland or Portuguese Water Dog? Spinone Italiano vs Newfoundland vs Portuguese Water Dog grooming comparison:
Average: The Spinone Italiano requires average grooming effort.
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Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition.
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Average: The Portuguese Water Dog requires average grooming effort.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Spinone Italiano or Newfoundland or Portuguese Water Dog? Spinone Italiano or Newfoundland or {name3 shedding:
Spinone Italiano dogs shed none to minimal.
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Newfoundland dogs are heavy shedders.
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Portuguese Water Dog dogs shed none to minimal.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Spinone Italiano or Newfoundland or Portuguese Water Dog?
8-12 weeks
Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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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
Spinone Italiano vs Newfoundland vs Portuguese Water 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, Spinone Italiano vs Newfoundland vs Portuguese Water Dog?

Medium

The Spinone Italiano has an average chance of bad smell.

High 🔼

The Newfoundland has a high chance of bad smell.

Low 🔽

The Portuguese Water Dog has a low chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?
The Spinone Italiano 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 Newfoundland 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 Portuguese Water Dog is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Spinone Italiano vs Newfoundland vs Portuguese Water Dog Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Spinone Italiano dogs are generally with other pets.
Newfoundland dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Portuguese Water Dog dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Spinone Italiano or Newfoundland or Portuguese Water Dog? Which dog is more friendly?
Spinone Italiano dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Newfoundland dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Portuguese Water Dog dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Spinone Italiano or Newfoundland or Portuguese Water Dog?
Spinone Italiano dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Newfoundland dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Portuguese Water Dog dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Spinone Italiano or Newfoundland or Portuguese Water Dog?
Spinone Italiano dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Newfoundland dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Portuguese Water Dog dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Spinone Italiano or Newfoundland or Portuguese Water Dog?
Spinone Italiano dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Newfoundland dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Portuguese Water Dog dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Spinone Italiano vs Newfoundland vs Portuguese Water Dog?
Yes
Spinone Italiano dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Newfoundland dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Portuguese Water Dog dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
Spinone Italiano is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Newfoundland is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Portuguese Water Dog is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
Spinone Italianos are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Newfoundlands are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Portuguese Water Dogs are usually recommended for elderly people.

Spinone Italiano vs Newfoundland vs Portuguese Water 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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Yes

This breed makes good 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: Spinone Italiano or Newfoundland or Portuguese Water 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.

Yes

This breed would make an excellent 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: Spinone Italiano vs Newfoundland vs Portuguese Water Dog?

Not really

Spinone Italiano breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Yes

Newfoundland breed usually likes being on a boat.
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Yes

Portuguese Water Dog breed usually likes 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.

Spinone Italiano vs Newfoundland vs Portuguese Water 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 Spinone Italiano and Newfoundland and Portuguese Water Dog have?
4-8 puppies 4-12 puppies 4-8 puppies

Spinone Italiano vs Newfoundland vs Portuguese Water Dog Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2000 as a Sporting breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1886 as a Working breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1983 as a Hound breed.
FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI?
Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the Continental Pointing Dogs section. Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type section. Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Water Dogs section.
Breed Recognition
What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?
American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
Canadian Canine Registry
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
American Kennel Club
Canadian Kennel Club
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Australian National Kennel Council
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
The Kennel Club

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