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Standard Schnauzer vs Shiba Inu vs Basenji Comparison - Dog breed selector: Schnauzer or Japanese Shiba Inu or African Barkless Dog? Find the right dog for you

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Name Standard Schnauzer Shiba Inu Basenji
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Group Working Dogs Companion Dogs Hunting Dogs
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Schnauzer
Wirehair Pinscher
Mittelschnauzer
Japanese Shiba Inu
Japanese Small-Size Dog
Shiba
Shiba Ken
Brushwood Dog
African Barkless Dog
African Bush Dog
Ango Angari
Congo Terrier
Zande Dog
Congo Dog
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Standard Schnauzer vs Shiba Inu vs Basenji breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Standard Schnauzer vs Shiba Inu vs Basenji Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Standard Schnauzer or Shiba Inu or Basenji? Which is the smallest dog, Standard Schnauzer or Shiba Inu or Basenji?
Medium Medium Medium
Weight
Which is heavier, Standard Schnauzer or Shiba Inu or Shiba Inu? Standard Schnauzer vs Shiba Inu vs Basenji weight comparison:
Male: 30-45 pounds (14-20 kg), Female: 30-40 pounds (14-18 kg) Male: 18-25 pounds (8-11 kg), Female: 15-20 pounds (6.8-9 kg) Male: 22-26 pounds (10-12 kg), Female: 20-25 pounds (9-11 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 37.5 pounds (17 kg), Female: 35 pounds (16 kg) Male: 21.5 pounds (9.5 kg), Female: 17.5 pounds (6.8.5 kg) Male: 24 pounds (11 kg), Female: 22.5 pounds (10 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Standard Schnauzer or Shiba Inu or Basenji? Standard Schnauzer vs Shiba Inu vs Basenji height comparison:
Male: 18-20 inches (46-51 cm), Female: 17-19 inches (43-48 cm) Male: 14-16 inches (36-41 cm), Female: 13-15 inches (33-38 cm) Male: 16-17 inches (41-43 cm), Female: 15-16 inches (38-41 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 19 inches (48.5 cm), Female: 18 inches (45.5 cm) Male: 15 inches (38.5 cm), Female: 14 inches (35.5 cm) Male: 16.5 inches (42 cm), Female: 15.5 inches (39.5 cm)

Standard Schnauzer vs Shiba Inu vs Basenji Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Standard Schnauzer or Shiba Inu or Basenji? Which is more expensive?
$1200-$1500 $800-$1000 $1000-$1200
Availability
Which is easier to get, Standard Schnauzer or Shiba Inu or Basenji?
Very frequent: The Standard Schnauzer is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Shiba Inu is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Basenji is quite easy to get.

Standard Schnauzer vs Shiba Inu vs Basenji Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Standard Schnauzer vs Shiba Inu vs Basenji intelligence:
Very smart: Standard Schnauzer is an excellent dog breed.
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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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Low: The Basenji is one of the dog breeds that have the lowest degree of obedience intelligence.
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Trainability
Standard Schnauzer vs Shiba Inu vs Basenji trainability comparison.
Standard Schnauzer dogs are easy to train.
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A slightly harder to train than average.
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Basenji dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Standard Schnauzer or Shiba Inu or Basenji?
Standard Schnauzer dogs are good watchdogs.
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Shiba Inu dogs are good watchdogs.
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Basenji dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Standard Schnauzer or Shiba Inu or Basenji? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Standard Schnauzer dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Shiba Inu dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Basenji dogs are average defenders.
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Standard Schnauzer vs Shiba Inu vs Basenji Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Standard Schnauzer or Shiba Inu or Basenji? Standard Schnauzer vs Shiba Inu vs Basenji behavior/temperament comparison:
Playful
Intelligent
Devoted
Lively
Trainable
Good-natured
Alert
Confident
Going
Fearless
Keen
Faithful
Charming
Curious
Playful
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Affectionate
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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Shiba Inu dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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Basenji dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Standard Schnauzer vs Shiba Inu vs Basenji?
Average to High: Standard Schnauzer dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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Average to High: Shiba Inu dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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Slightly Below Average: Basenji dogs may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence.
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Social Needs
Standard Schnauzer vs Shiba Inu vs Basenji social needs comparison:
Standard Schnauzer dogs are a social breed.
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Shiba Inu dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Basenji dogs are kinda antisocial.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Standard Schnauzer dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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The wanderlust potential of the Shiba Inu is strong enough to escape from home.
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Basenji 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?
Standard Schnauzer dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Shiba Inu 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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Basenji dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Standard Schnauzer vs Shiba Inu vs Basenji Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Standard Schnauzer vs Shiba Inu vs Basenji playfulness comparison:
The Standard Schnauzer is a highly playful breed.
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Average: Shiba Inus, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Average: Basenjis, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Standard Schnauzer vs Shiba Inu vs Basenji?
Average: The Standard Schnauzer barks occasionally.
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Low to Average: The Shiba Inu rarely barks.
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Low: The Basenji barks none to minimal.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Standard Schnauzer or Shiba Inu or Basenji?
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.
Very house-friendly dog the Shiba Inu breed.
It is not recommended to keep the Basenji breed in the home.

Standard Schnauzer vs Shiba Inu vs Basenji Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
Average: Standard Schnauzer dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Shiba Inu dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Average: Basenji dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Standard Schnauzer or Shiba Inu or Basenji?
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.
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.
Basenji dogs handle alone time quite well.

Standard Schnauzer vs Shiba Inu vs Basenji Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Standard Schnauzer or Shiba Inu or Basenji?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Standard Schnauzer bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Shiba Inu bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

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

Low 🔽

The Standard Schnauzer has a low chance of biting somebody.

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The Shiba Inu has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Basenji has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Standard Schnauzer vs Shiba Inu vs Basenji mouthiness comparison:
Standard Schnauzer dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Shiba Inu dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Basenji dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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Standard Schnauzer vs Shiba Inu vs Basenji Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Standard Schnauzer vs Shiba Inu vs Basenji health comparison. Which is the healthier: Standard Schnauzer vs Shiba Inu vs Basenji?
Standard Schnauzers tend to have a lot and frequent health issues.
The Shiba Inu is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The Basenji 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: Standard Schnauzer vs Shiba Inu vs Basenji? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Standard Schnauzer vs Shiba Inu vs Basenji health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Follicular Dermatitis
Hip Dysplasia
Patellar Luxation
Allergies
Cancer
Hypothyroidism
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Epilepsy
Glaucoma
Spinning
Chylothorax
Eye Problems
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Kidney Issues
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Frequent
The Standard Schnauzer should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Average
The Shiba Inu should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Average
The Basenji should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Life Expectancy
Standard Schnauzer vs Shiba Inu vs Basenji lifespan comparison. How long do Standard Schnauzer, Shiba Inu and Basenji breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Standard Schnauzer: 13 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Shiba Inu: 13 years
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Basenji: 11 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Standard Schnauzer vs Shiba Inu vs Basenji?
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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Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Shiba Inu can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Prefers warm weather
Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates.
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Standard Schnauzer vs Shiba Inu vs Basenji Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Standard Schnauzer vs Shiba Inu vs Basenji Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Standard Schnauzer or Shiba Inu or Basenji?
1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three meals. Recommended daily amount: 1/2 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 3/4 to 1 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? Standard Schnauzer vs Shiba Inu vs Basenji weight gain potential comparison:
Low: The Standard Schnauzer has good luck with genetics.
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Low to Average: The Shiba Inu has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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Low to Average: The Basenji has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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Standard Schnauzer vs Shiba Inu vs Basenji Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Standard Schnauzer vs Shiba Inu vs Basenji coat comparison:
Wiry Dense Fine
Colors
What are the original Standard Schnauzer, Shiba Inu and Basenji color?
Black
Pepper
Salt
Black
Tan
Red
Cream
Sesame
Black
Tan
Red
White
Brindle
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Standard Schnauzer or Shiba Inu or Basenji? Standard Schnauzer vs Shiba Inu vs Basenji grooming comparison:
Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition.
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Easy to groom: The Shiba Inu doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Effortless: The Basenji requires minimal grooming.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Standard Schnauzer or Shiba Inu or Basenji? Standard Schnauzer or Shiba Inu or {name3 shedding:
Standard Schnauzer dogs shed none to minimal.
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Shiba Inu dogs shed above average.
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Basenji dogs shed none to minimal.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Standard Schnauzer or Shiba Inu or Basenji?
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
Standard Schnauzer vs Shiba Inu vs Basenji 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, Standard Schnauzer vs Shiba Inu vs Basenji?

Low 🔽

The Standard Schnauzer has a low chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Shiba Inu has an average chance of bad smell.

Low 🔽

The Basenji has a low chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?
The Standard Schnauzer is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Shiba Inu is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Basenji is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency.
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Standard Schnauzer vs Shiba Inu vs Basenji Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Standard Schnauzer dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Shiba Inu dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Basenji dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Standard Schnauzer or Shiba Inu or Basenji? Which dog is more friendly?
Standard Schnauzer dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Shiba Inu dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Basenji dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Standard Schnauzer or Shiba Inu or Basenji?
Standard Schnauzer dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Shiba Inu dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.
Basenji dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Standard Schnauzer or Shiba Inu or Basenji?
Standard Schnauzer dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Shiba Inu dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Basenji dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Standard Schnauzer or Shiba Inu or Basenji?
Standard Schnauzer dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Shiba Inu dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Basenji dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Standard Schnauzer vs Shiba Inu vs Basenji?
Yes
Standard Schnauzer dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
No
Shiba Inu dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.
Yes
Basenji dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
Standard Schnauzer is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Shiba Inu is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Basenji is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
Standard Schnauzers are usually recommended for elderly people.
Shiba Inus are commonly okay with elderly people.
Basenjis are usually recommended for elderly people.

Standard Schnauzer vs Shiba Inu vs Basenji 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: Standard Schnauzer or Shiba Inu or Basenji? 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: Standard Schnauzer vs Shiba Inu vs Basenji?

Not really

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

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

Basenji 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.

Yes

In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

Standard Schnauzer vs Shiba Inu vs Basenji 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 Standard Schnauzer and Shiba Inu and Basenji have?
4-8 puppies 2-4 puppies 4-5 puppies

Standard Schnauzer vs Shiba Inu vs Basenji Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1904 as a Working breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1992 as a Non-Sporting breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1944 as a Hound breed.
FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI?
Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Pinscher and Schnauzer type section. Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Asian Spitz and related breeds section. Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Primitive type section.
Breed Recognition
What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?
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
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.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
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
Canadian Canine Registry
American Pet Registry, Inc.

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