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Swedish Vallhund vs Papillon vs German Spitz Comparison - Dog breed selector: Västgötaspets or Continental Toy Spaniel or Deutscher Spitz? Find the right dog for you

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Name Swedish Vallhund Papillon German Spitz
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Västgötaspets Continental Toy Spaniel
Epagneul Nain
Epagneul Nain Continental
Phalène
Squirrel Dog
Butterfly Dog
Deutscher Spitz
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Swedish Vallhund vs Papillon vs German Spitz breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Swedish Vallhund vs Papillon vs German Spitz Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Swedish Vallhund or Papillon or German Spitz? Which is the smallest dog, Swedish Vallhund or Papillon or German Spitz?
Medium Small Small
Medium
Weight
Which is heavier, Swedish Vallhund or Papillon or Papillon? Swedish Vallhund vs Papillon vs German Spitz weight comparison:
25-35 pounds (11-15 kg) Male: 8-10 pounds (4-5 kg), Female: 7-9 pounds (3-4 kg) Male: 24-33 pounds (11-15 kg), Female: 18-27 pounds (8-12 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
30 pounds (13 kg) Male: 9 pounds (4.5 kg), Female: 8 pounds (3.5 kg) Male: 28.5 pounds (13 kg), Female: 22.5 pounds (10 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Swedish Vallhund or Papillon or German Spitz? Swedish Vallhund vs Papillon vs German Spitz height comparison:
12-16 inches (30-40 cm) Male: 8-11 inches (20-28 cm), Female: 8-11 inches (20-28 cm) Male: 19-23 inches (48-58 cm), Female: 15-19 inches (38-48 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
14 inches (35 cm) Male: 9.5 inches (24 cm), Female: 9.5 inches (24 cm) Male: 21 inches (53 cm), Female: 17 inches (43 cm)

Swedish Vallhund vs Papillon vs German Spitz Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Swedish Vallhund or Papillon or German Spitz? Which is more expensive?
$500-$600 $400-$600 $800-$1000
Availability
Which is easier to get, Swedish Vallhund or Papillon or German Spitz?
Frequent: The Swedish Vallhund is easier than average to get.
Very frequent: The Papillon is quite easy to get.
Average: The German Spitz is a commonly available dog breed.

Swedish Vallhund vs Papillon vs German Spitz Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Swedish Vallhund vs Papillon vs German Spitz intelligence:
Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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Outstanding: Papillon is one of the brightest dog breeds.
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Very smart: German Spitz is an excellent dog breed.
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Trainability
Swedish Vallhund vs Papillon vs German Spitz trainability comparison.
Swedish Vallhund dogs are quite easy to train.
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Papillon dogs are easy to train.
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German Spitz dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Swedish Vallhund or Papillon or German Spitz?
Swedish Vallhund dogs are good watchdogs.
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Papillon dogs are average watchdogs.
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German Spitz dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Swedish Vallhund or Papillon or German Spitz? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Swedish Vallhund dogs are not the best to protect their territory.
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Papillon dogs strongly protect their territory.
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German Spitz dogs are average defenders.
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Swedish Vallhund vs Papillon vs German Spitz Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Swedish Vallhund or Papillon or German Spitz? Swedish Vallhund vs Papillon vs German Spitz behavior/temperament comparison:
Energetic
Alert
Friendly
Fearless
Watchful
Happy
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Independent
Devoted
Lively
Attentive
Trainable
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
Swedish Vallhund dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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Papillon dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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Sensitive: German Spitz 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: Swedish Vallhund vs Papillon vs German Spitz?
High: Swedish Vallhund dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Papillon dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Average: German Spitz dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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Social Needs
Swedish Vallhund vs Papillon vs German Spitz social needs comparison:
Swedish Vallhund dogs are a social breed.
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Papillon dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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German Spitz dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Swedish Vallhund dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Papillon dogs are not the biggest explorers.
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German Spitz dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Swedish Vallhund dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Papillon dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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German Spitz dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Swedish Vallhund vs Papillon vs German Spitz Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Swedish Vallhund vs Papillon vs German Spitz playfulness comparison:
Average: Swedish Vallhunds, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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The Papillon is a highly playful breed.
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The German Spitz is a playful breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Swedish Vallhund vs Papillon vs German Spitz?
Average to High: The Swedish Vallhund is a vocal breed.
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A lot: Papillon is a particularly loud breed.
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Average to High: The German Spitz is a vocal breed.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Swedish Vallhund or Papillon or German Spitz?
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 Swedish Vallhund 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 Papillon 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 German Spitz indoors.

Swedish Vallhund vs Papillon vs German Spitz Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
Swedish Vallhund dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Papillon dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Average: German Spitz dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Swedish Vallhund or Papillon or German Spitz?
Swedish Vallhund 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.
Papillon 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.

Swedish Vallhund vs Papillon vs German Spitz Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Swedish Vallhund or Papillon or German Spitz?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Swedish Vallhund bite force: Ordinary.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Papillon bite force: Weak.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

German Spitz bite force: Weak.
Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:

Low 🔽

The Swedish Vallhund has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Papillon has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The German Spitz has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Swedish Vallhund vs Papillon vs German Spitz mouthiness comparison:
Swedish Vallhund dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Papillon dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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German Spitz dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Swedish Vallhund vs Papillon vs German Spitz Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Swedish Vallhund vs Papillon vs German Spitz health comparison. Which is the healthier: Swedish Vallhund vs Papillon vs German Spitz?
Swedish Vallhunds tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
The Papillon is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
German Spitzs are commonly healthy dogs.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Swedish Vallhund vs Papillon vs German Spitz? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Swedish Vallhund vs Papillon vs German Spitz health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Patellar Luxation
Heart Problems
Retinal Dysplasia
Skin Allergies
Spina Befida
Collapsed Trachea
Open Fontanel
Patellar Luxation
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Hypoglycemia
Luxating Patella
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Dental Problems
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Frequent
The Swedish Vallhund should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Average
The Papillon should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Rare
The German Spitz should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Life Expectancy
Swedish Vallhund vs Papillon vs German Spitz lifespan comparison. How long do Swedish Vallhund, Papillon and German Spitz breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Swedish Vallhund: 13 years
12-16 years
The average lifespan of Papillon: 14 years
12-14 years
The average lifespan of German Spitz: 13 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Swedish Vallhund vs Papillon vs German Spitz?
Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Swedish Vallhund can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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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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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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Swedish Vallhund vs Papillon vs German Spitz Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Swedish Vallhund vs Papillon vs German Spitz Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Swedish Vallhund or Papillon or German Spitz?
Recommended daily amount: 1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food daily, divided into two meals. 1/4 to 1 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Swedish Vallhund vs Papillon vs German Spitz weight gain potential comparison:
Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Swedish Vallhund's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Average: The Papillon has an average risk for obesity.
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Low to Average: The German Spitz has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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Swedish Vallhund vs Papillon vs German Spitz Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Swedish Vallhund vs Papillon vs German Spitz coat comparison:
Thick Feathered Dense
Straight
Colors
What are the original Swedish Vallhund, Papillon and German Spitz color?
Black
Gray
Red
Blue
White
Black
Tan
Red
White
Sable
Lemon
Black
White
Orange
Tricolor
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Swedish Vallhund or Papillon or German Spitz? Swedish Vallhund vs Papillon vs German Spitz grooming comparison:
Average: The Swedish Vallhund requires average grooming effort.
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Average: The Papillon requires average grooming effort.
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Advanced: The German Spitz requires a lot of grooming.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Swedish Vallhund or Papillon or German Spitz? Swedish Vallhund or Papillon or {name3 shedding:
Swedish Vallhund dogs are heavy shedders.
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Papillon dogs shed none to minimal.
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German Spitz dogs shed above average.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Swedish Vallhund or Papillon or German Spitz?
6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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6-8 weeks
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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Hypoallergenic
Swedish Vallhund vs Papillon vs German Spitz 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, Swedish Vallhund vs Papillon vs German Spitz?

Medium

The Swedish Vallhund has an average chance of bad smell.

Low 🔽

The Papillon has a low chance of bad smell.

Medium

The German Spitz has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?
The Swedish Vallhund is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Papillon is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The German Spitz is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Swedish Vallhund vs Papillon vs German Spitz Good With Comparison

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

Swedish Vallhund vs Papillon vs German Spitz 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: Swedish Vallhund or Papillon or German Spitz? 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: Swedish Vallhund vs Papillon vs German Spitz?

Not really

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

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

German Spitz 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.

Swedish Vallhund vs Papillon vs German Spitz 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 Swedish Vallhund and Papillon and German Spitz have?
4-8 puppies 2-4 puppies 2-4 puppies

Swedish Vallhund vs Papillon vs German Spitz Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2007 as a Herding breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1915 as a Toy breed. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI?
Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Nordic Watchdogs and Herders section. Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Continental Toy Spaniel and Russian Toy section. Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the European Spitz 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.
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
New Zealand Kennel Club
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
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Continental Kennel Club
Foundation Stock Service

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