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Name	Thai Ridgeback	Doberman Pinscher	Amstiff
Origins	Thailand	Germany	England United States
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Working Dogs	Designer Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Mah Thai Lung Arn Thai Dog Mah Thai	Doberman Dobermann Dobynm Dobie	No data available
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Thai Ridgeback vs Doberman Pinscher vs Amstiff breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Cross Breed

Thai Ridgeback vs Doberman Pinscher vs Amstiff Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Thai Ridgeback or Doberman Pinscher or Amstiff? Which is more expensive?	$600-$800	$800-$1000	$800-$1000
Availability Which is easier to get, Thai Ridgeback or Doberman Pinscher or Amstiff?	Average: The Thai Ridgeback is a commonly available dog breed.	Very frequent: The Doberman Pinscher is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Amstiff is quite easy to get.

Thai Ridgeback vs Doberman Pinscher vs Amstiff Size Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Thai Ridgeback or Doberman Pinscher or Amstiff? Which is the smallest dog, Thai Ridgeback or Doberman Pinscher or Amstiff?	Medium	Medium	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Thai Ridgeback or Doberman Pinscher or Doberman Pinscher? Thai Ridgeback vs Doberman Pinscher vs Amstiff weight comparison:	51-75 pounds (23-34 kg)	Male: 88-99 pounds (40-45 kg), Female: 71-77 pounds (32-35 kg)	57-67 pounds (25-30 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	63 pounds (28.5 kg)	Male: 93.5 pounds (42.5 kg), Female: 74 pounds (33.5 kg)	62 pounds (27.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Thai Ridgeback or Doberman Pinscher or Amstiff? Thai Ridgeback vs Doberman Pinscher vs Amstiff height comparison:	Male: 22-24 inches (56-60 cm), Female: 20-22 inches (51-56 cm)	Male: 26-28 inches (66-71cm), Female: 24-26 inches (61-66 cm)	Male: 22-28 inches (55-70 cm), Female: 20-26 inches (52-65 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 23 inches (58 cm), Female: 21 inches (53.5 cm)	Male: 27 inches (68.5 cm), Female: 25 inches (63.5 cm)	Male: 25 inches (62.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (57.5 cm)

Thai Ridgeback vs Doberman Pinscher vs Amstiff Grooming, Hair and Care Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Thai Ridgeback vs Doberman Pinscher vs Amstiff coat comparison:	Smooth	Fine	Fine Dense
Colors What are the original Thai Ridgeback, Doberman Pinscher and Amstiff color?	Black Red Blue White Brown Brindle	Black Tan Red Blue White Brown	Black Blue White Brown Fawn Brindle Apricot
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Thai Ridgeback or Doberman Pinscher or Amstiff? Thai Ridgeback vs Doberman Pinscher vs Amstiff grooming comparison:	Effortless: The Thai Ridgeback requires minimal grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The Doberman Pinscher doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The Amstiff doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Thai Ridgeback or Doberman Pinscher or Amstiff? Thai Ridgeback or Doberman Pinscher or {name3 shedding:	Thai Ridgeback dogs shed moderately. See more.	Doberman Pinscher dogs shed moderately. See more.	Amstiff dogs are low shedders. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Thai Ridgeback or Doberman Pinscher or Amstiff?	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.

Thai Ridgeback vs Doberman Pinscher vs Amstiff Personality / Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Thai Ridgeback or Doberman Pinscher or Amstiff? Thai Ridgeback vs Doberman Pinscher vs Amstiff behavior/temperament comparison:	Loving Independent Protective Intelligent Loyal Familiar	Energetic Alert Intelligent Obedient Loyal Fearless	Protective Alert Courageous Intelligent Friendly Affectionate Loyal Devoted Attentive Tenacious Cheerful
Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Thai Ridgeback vs Doberman Pinscher vs Amstiff intelligence:	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Outstanding: Doberman Pinscher is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Smart: The Amstiff dogs have great intelligence. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Thai Ridgeback vs Doberman Pinscher vs Amstiff trainability comparison.	A slightly harder to train than average. See more.	Doberman Pinscher dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Amstiff dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Playfulness Thai Ridgeback vs Doberman Pinscher vs Amstiff playfulness comparison:	Average: Thai Ridgebacks, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: Doberman Pinschers, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: Amstiffs, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
Most Playful Dog Breeds
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Sensitive: Thai Ridgeback dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	Sensitive: Doberman Pinscher dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	Amstiff dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Thai Ridgeback vs Doberman Pinscher vs Amstiff?	Slightly Below Average: Thai Ridgeback dogs may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence. See more.	High: Doberman Pinscher dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Amstiff dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Thai Ridgeback vs Doberman Pinscher vs Amstiff social needs comparison:	Thai Ridgeback dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Doberman Pinscher dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Amstiff dogs are a social breed. See more.
Barking Which dog barks more/less: Thai Ridgeback vs Doberman Pinscher vs Amstiff?	Low to Average: The Thai Ridgeback rarely barks. See more.	Low to Average: The Doberman Pinscher rarely barks. See more.	Low to Average: The Amstiff rarely barks. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Thai Ridgeback or Doberman Pinscher or Amstiff?	Thai Ridgeback dogs are not the best watchdogs. See more.	Doberman Pinscher dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Amstiff dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Thai Ridgeback or Doberman Pinscher or Amstiff? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Thai Ridgeback dogs can't provide protection for their territory. See more.	Doberman Pinscher dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Amstiff dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
Guard Dog Breeds List
Biting Potential Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	Low 🔽 The Thai Ridgeback has a low chance of biting somebody.	Moderate ⏺ The Doberman Pinscher has an average chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Amstiff has a low chance of biting somebody.
Bite Force Which bite is stronger: Thai Ridgeback or Doberman Pinscher or Amstiff?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Thai Ridgeback bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Doberman Pinscher bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Amstiff bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Thai Ridgeback vs Doberman Pinscher vs Amstiff mouthiness comparison:	Thai Ridgeback dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Doberman Pinscher dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Amstiff dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Thai Ridgeback dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Doberman Pinscher dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Amstiff dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Thai Ridgeback dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Their prey drive is low. See more.	Amstiff dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Thai Ridgeback or Doberman Pinscher or Amstiff?	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 Thai Ridgeback indoors.	Very house-friendly dog the Doberman Pinscher breed.	It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Amstiff indoors.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List
Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Thai Ridgeback dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Doberman Pinscher dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Amstiff dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Thai Ridgeback or Doberman Pinscher or Amstiff?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Amstiff 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.

Thai Ridgeback vs Doberman Pinscher vs Amstiff Good With Comparison

Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Thai Ridgeback or Doberman Pinscher or Amstiff? Which dog is more friendly?	Thai Ridgeback dogs are not stranger friendly dogs.	Doberman Pinscher dogs are not stranger friendly dogs.	Amstiff dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Thai Ridgeback dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.	Doberman Pinscher dogs are generally with other pets.	Amstiff dogs are generally with other pets.
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Thai Ridgeback or Doberman Pinscher or Amstiff?	Thai Ridgeback dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Doberman Pinscher dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.	Amstiff dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Thai Ridgeback or Doberman Pinscher or Amstiff?	Thai Ridgeback dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.	Doberman Pinscher dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Amstiff dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Thai Ridgeback or Doberman Pinscher or Amstiff?	Thai Ridgeback dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Doberman Pinscher dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Amstiff dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Thai Ridgeback vs Doberman Pinscher vs Amstiff?	No Thai Ridgeback dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.	Yes Doberman Pinscher dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Amstiff dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Thai Ridgeback is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Doberman Pinscher is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Amstiff is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Thai Ridgebacks are usually recommended for elderly people.	Doberman Pinschers are commonly okay with elderly people.	Amstiffs are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Thai Ridgeback vs Doberman Pinscher vs Amstiff Health Comparison

Health Issues Thai Ridgeback vs Doberman Pinscher vs Amstiff health comparison. Which is the healthier: Thai Ridgeback vs Doberman Pinscher vs Amstiff?	Thai Ridgebacks tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	Doberman Pinschers are commonly healthy dogs.	Amstiffs are commonly healthy dogs.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Thai Ridgeback vs Doberman Pinscher vs Amstiff? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Thai Ridgeback vs Doberman Pinscher vs Amstiff health problems comparison:	No data available	Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Wobbler's Syndrome Cardiomyopathy	Hip Dysplasia Cancer Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Seizures Cystinuria
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Frequent The Thai Ridgeback should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Rare The Doberman Pinscher should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Rare The Amstiff should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Thai Ridgeback vs Doberman Pinscher vs Amstiff lifespan comparison. How long do Thai Ridgeback, Doberman Pinscher and Amstiff breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	11-13 years The average lifespan of Thai Ridgeback: 12 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Doberman Pinscher: 11 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Amstiff: 11 years
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Hypoallergenic Thai Ridgeback vs Doberman Pinscher vs Amstiff hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Energy Level Who has more energy a Thai Ridgeback or Doberman Pinscher or Amstiff? Thai Ridgeback vs Doberman Pinscher vs Amstiff energy level comparison:	Thai Ridgeback dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Doberman Pinscher dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Amstiff dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Thai Ridgeback vs Doberman Pinscher vs Amstiff exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Thai Ridgeback or Doberman Pinscher or Amstiff? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Thai Ridgeback dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Doberman Pinscher dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Amstiff dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Thai Ridgeback or Doberman Pinscher or Amstiff?	Thai Ridgeback dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Doberman Pinscher dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	Amstiff dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot
Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Thai Ridgeback or Doberman Pinscher or Amstiff?	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.	2.5 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Thai Ridgeback vs Doberman Pinscher vs Amstiff weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Thai Ridgeback has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Doberman Pinscher has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Amstiff has an average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity
Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Thai Ridgeback vs Doberman Pinscher vs Amstiff?	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	Prefers warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. See more.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Thai Ridgeback vs Doberman Pinscher vs Amstiff?	Medium ⏺ The Thai Ridgeback has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Doberman Pinscher has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Amstiff has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Thai Ridgeback is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The Doberman Pinscher drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed. See more.	The Amstiff drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed. See more.

Thai Ridgeback vs Doberman Pinscher vs Amstiff 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. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Thai Ridgeback or Doberman Pinscher or Amstiff? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
Therapy Dog Breeds
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: Thai Ridgeback vs Doberman Pinscher vs Amstiff?	Not really Thai Ridgeback breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Doberman Pinscher breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Amstiff breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
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. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Yes A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Fighting Dog / Military 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.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Thai Ridgeback vs Doberman Pinscher vs Amstiff 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. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.
Litter Size How many puppies can Thai Ridgeback and Doberman Pinscher and Amstiff have?	4-5 puppies	6-10 puppies	3-5 puppies
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Thai Ridgeback vs Doberman Pinscher vs Amstiff Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1908 as a Working 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 Primitive type - Hunting Dogs section.	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Pinscher and Schnauzer type section.	Not recognized by FCI.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	American Canine Registry America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. National Kennel Club Foundation Stock Service	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 New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club Canadian Canine Registry	No data available

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