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Spinone Italiano vs Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer vs Berger Picard Comparison - Dog breed selector: Italian Coarsehaired Pointer or Ohar or Picardy Sheepdog? Find the right dog for you

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Name Spinone Italiano Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer Berger Picard
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Italian Coarsehaired Pointer
Italian Griffon
Italian Wire-Haired Pointer
Spinone
Italian Spinone
Ohar
Slovensky Hrubosrsty Stavac
Picardy Sheepdog
Picardy Shepherd
Berger de Picardie
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Spinone Italiano vs Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer vs Berger Picard breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Spinone Italiano vs Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer vs Berger Picard Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Spinone Italiano or Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer or Berger Picard? Which is the smallest dog, Spinone Italiano or Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer or Berger Picard?
Large
Medium
Large Large
Weight
Which is heavier, Spinone Italiano or Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer or Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer? Spinone Italiano vs Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer vs Berger Picard weight comparison:
Male: 60-80 pounds (27-36 kg), Female: 50-70 pounds (22-31 kg) Male: 55-80 pounds (25-36 kg), Female: 45-70 pounds (20-32 kg) 51–71 lb (23–32 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 70 pounds (31.5 kg), Female: 60 pounds (26.5 kg) Male: 67.5 pounds (30.5 kg), Female: 57.5 pounds (26 kg) 61 lb (27.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Spinone Italiano or Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer or Berger Picard? Spinone Italiano vs Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer vs Berger Picard height comparison:
23 - 28 inches (58 - 70 cm) Male: 22-26 inches (56-66 cm), Female: 20-24 inches (51-61 cm) Male: 24-26 inches (61–66 cm), Female: 22–24 inches (56–61 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
23 - 28 inches (58 - 70 cm) Male: 24 inches (61 cm), Female: 22 inches (56 cm) Male: 25 inches (63.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (58.5 cm)

Spinone Italiano vs Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer vs Berger Picard Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Spinone Italiano or Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer or Berger Picard? Which is more expensive?
$1500-$2000 $500-$800 $2000-$2500
Availability
Which is easier to get, Spinone Italiano or Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer or Berger Picard?
Frequent: The Spinone Italiano is easier than average 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 Berger Picard is easier than average to get.

Spinone Italiano vs Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer vs Berger Picard Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Spinone Italiano vs Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer vs Berger Picard intelligence:
Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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Smart: The Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer 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
Spinone Italiano vs Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer vs Berger Picard trainability comparison.
Spinone Italiano dogs are quite easy to train.
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Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer dogs are easy to train.
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Berger Picard dogs are quite easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Spinone Italiano or Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer or Berger Picard?
Spinone Italiano dogs are average watchdogs.
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Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer dogs are average watchdogs.
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Berger Picard dogs are good watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Spinone Italiano or Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer or Berger Picard? 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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Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer dogs are average defenders.
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Berger Picard dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Spinone Italiano vs Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer vs Berger Picard Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Spinone Italiano or Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer or Berger Picard? Spinone Italiano vs Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer vs Berger Picard behavior/temperament comparison:
Friendly
Docile
Affectionate
Patient
Loyal
Gentle
Active
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Gentle
Kind
Stubborn
Energetic
Intelligent
Lively
Assertive
Mellow
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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Sensitive: Berger Picard dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Spinone Italiano vs Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer vs Berger Picard?
Average to High: Spinone Italiano dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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High: Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Average to High: Berger Picard dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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Social Needs
Spinone Italiano vs Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer vs Berger Picard social needs comparison:
Spinone Italiano dogs are a social breed.
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Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer dogs are a social breed.
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Berger Picard dogs need for social interaction is average.
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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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Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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Berger Picard 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?
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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Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Berger Picard 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 Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer vs Berger Picard Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Spinone Italiano vs Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer vs Berger Picard playfulness comparison:
Average: Spinone Italianos, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Average: Slovakian Rough-haired Pointers, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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The Berger Picard is a highly playful breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Spinone Italiano vs Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer vs Berger Picard?
Low to Average: The Spinone Italiano rarely barks.
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Low to Average: The Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer rarely barks.
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Average: The Berger Picard barks occasionally.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Spinone Italiano or Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer or Berger Picard?
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 recommended to keep the Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer breed in the home.
It is not recommended to keep the Berger Picard breed in the home.

Spinone Italiano vs Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer vs Berger Picard 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.
Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Berger Picard dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Spinone Italiano or Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer or Berger Picard?
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.
Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer 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.
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Spinone Italiano vs Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer vs Berger Picard Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Spinone Italiano or Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer or Berger Picard?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Spinone Italiano bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Berger Picard 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 Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Berger Picard has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Spinone Italiano vs Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer vs Berger Picard mouthiness comparison:
Spinone Italiano dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Berger Picard dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Spinone Italiano vs Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer vs Berger Picard Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Spinone Italiano vs Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer vs Berger Picard health comparison. Which is the healthier: Spinone Italiano vs Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer vs Berger Picard?
The Spinone Italiano is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Slovakian Rough-haired Pointers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Berger Picards tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Spinone Italiano vs Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer vs Berger Picard? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Spinone Italiano vs Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer vs Berger Picard health problems comparison:
Bloat
Cerebellar Ataxia
Hip Dysplasia
Cancer
Eye Problems
Dental Problems
Autoimmune Disorders
Idiopathic Epilepsy
Overbite
Underbite
Malocclusions
Skin Diseases
Discospondylitis
Metaphyseal Osteopathy
Steroid Responsive Meningitis-arteritis
Westie Jaw
Hip Dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Retinal Dysplasia
Eye Infections
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.
Frequent
The Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Frequent
The Berger Picard should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Life Expectancy
Spinone Italiano vs Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer vs Berger Picard lifespan comparison. How long do Spinone Italiano, Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer and Berger Picard breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Spinone Italiano: 13 years
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer: 11 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Berger Picard: 13 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Spinone Italiano vs Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer vs Berger Picard?
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 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 Berger Picard can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Spinone Italiano vs Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer vs Berger Picard Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Spinone Italiano or Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer or Berger Picard? Spinone Italiano vs Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer vs Berger Picard energy level comparison:
Spinone Italiano dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer dogs are high-energy dogs.
Berger Picard dogs are high-energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Spinone Italiano vs Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer vs Berger Picard exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Spinone Italiano or Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer or Berger Picard? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Spinone Italiano dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer dogs need a lot of exercises.
Berger Picard dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Spinone Italiano or Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer or Berger Picard?
Spinone Italiano dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Berger Picard dogs don't need too much sleep.

Spinone Italiano vs Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer vs Berger Picard Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Spinone Italiano or Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer or Berger Picard?
2.5 to 3.5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, divided into two meals. 2.5 to 3.5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, divided into two meals. 4 to 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? Spinone Italiano vs Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer vs Berger Picard weight gain potential comparison:
Average: The Spinone Italiano has an average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer has an average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Berger Picard has an average risk for obesity.
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Spinone Italiano vs Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer vs Berger Picard Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Spinone Italiano vs Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer vs Berger Picard coat comparison:
Wiry Dense Wiry
Waterproof
Double
Colors
What are the original Spinone Italiano, Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer and Berger Picard color?
White
Brown
Orange
Roan
Grey
Grey Roan
Gray
Fawn
Brindle
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Spinone Italiano or Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer or Berger Picard? Spinone Italiano vs Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer vs Berger Picard grooming comparison:
Average: The Spinone Italiano requires average grooming effort.
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Effortless: The Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer requires minimal grooming.
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Average: The Berger Picard requires average grooming effort.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Spinone Italiano or Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer or Berger Picard? Spinone Italiano or Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer or {name3 shedding:
Spinone Italiano dogs shed none to minimal.
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Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer dogs shed moderately.
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Berger Picard dogs shed moderately.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Spinone Italiano or Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer or Berger Picard?
8-12 weeks
Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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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 Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer vs Berger Picard hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?
No See more. Yes See more. No See more.
Stinkiness
Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Spinone Italiano vs Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer vs Berger Picard?

Medium

The Spinone Italiano has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Berger Picard has an average 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 Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer is an average drooler.
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The Berger Picard is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Spinone Italiano vs Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer vs Berger Picard Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Spinone Italiano dogs are generally with other pets.
Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Berger Picard dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Spinone Italiano or Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer or Berger Picard? Which dog is more friendly?
Spinone Italiano dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Berger Picard dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Spinone Italiano or Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer or Berger Picard?
Spinone Italiano dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Berger Picard dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Spinone Italiano or Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer or Berger Picard?
Spinone Italiano dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Berger Picard dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Spinone Italiano or Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer or Berger Picard?
Spinone Italiano dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Berger Picard dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Spinone Italiano vs Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer vs Berger Picard?
Yes
Spinone Italiano dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Berger Picard 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
Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Berger Picard 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.
Slovakian Rough-haired Pointers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Berger Picards are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Spinone Italiano vs Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer vs Berger Picard 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: Spinone Italiano or Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer or Berger Picard? 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: Spinone Italiano vs Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer vs Berger Picard?

Not really

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

Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Berger Picard 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.

Spinone Italiano vs Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer vs Berger Picard 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 Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer and Berger Picard have?
4-8 puppies 3-6 puppies 2-10 puppies, average 6

Spinone Italiano vs Slovakian Rough-haired Pointer vs Berger Picard Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2000 as a Sporting breed. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2015 as a Herding breed.
FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI?
Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the Continental Pointing Dogs section. 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
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
No data available American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
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
United Kennel Club

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