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Tibetan Mastiff vs Gaddi Kutta vs Pomchi Comparison - Dog breed selector: Tsang-khyi or Bhote Kukkur or Chimeranian? Find the right dog for you

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Name Tibetan Mastiff Gaddi Kutta Pomchi
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Group Working Dogs Guard Dogs Designer Dogs
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Tsang-khyi
Dok-Khyi
Bhote Kukkur
Bhotia
Bhotiya
Gaddi
Gaddi Kutta
Gaddi Leopardhund
Himachal Pradesh
Himalayan Chamba Gaddi
Himalayan Guard Dog
Himalayan Mastiff Guard Dog
Indian Gaddi Dog
Indian Sheepdog
Himalayan Sheepdog
Chimeranian
Chi-Pom
Pomahuahua
Pom-Chi
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Tibetan Mastiff vs Gaddi Kutta vs Pomchi breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Cross Breed

Tibetan Mastiff vs Gaddi Kutta vs Pomchi Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Tibetan Mastiff or Gaddi Kutta or Pomchi? Which is the smallest dog, Tibetan Mastiff or Gaddi Kutta or Pomchi?
Large Large
Giant
Small
Weight
Which is heavier, Tibetan Mastiff or Gaddi Kutta or Gaddi Kutta? Tibetan Mastiff vs Gaddi Kutta vs Pomchi weight comparison:
140-170 pounds (64-78 kg) Male: 90-110 pounds (41-50 kg), Female: 80-100 pounds (36-45 kg) 4-15 pounds (2-7 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
155 pounds (71 kg) Male: 100 pounds (45.5 kg), Female: 90 pounds (40.5 kg) 9.5 pounds (4.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Tibetan Mastiff or Gaddi Kutta or Pomchi? Tibetan Mastiff vs Gaddi Kutta vs Pomchi height comparison:
25-28 inches (61-71 cm) Male: 26-28 inches (66-71 cm), Female: 24-26 inches (61-66 cm) 6-9 inches (15-23 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
26.5 inches (66 cm) Male: 27 inches (68.5 cm), Female: 25 inches (63.5 cm) 7.5 inches (19 cm)

Tibetan Mastiff vs Gaddi Kutta vs Pomchi Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Tibetan Mastiff or Gaddi Kutta or Pomchi? Which is more expensive?
$2500-$3500 $300-$400 $200-$800
Availability
Which is easier to get, Tibetan Mastiff or Gaddi Kutta or Pomchi?
Frequent: The Tibetan Mastiff is easier than average to get.
Average: The Gaddi Kutta is a commonly available dog breed.
Average: The Pomchi is a commonly available dog breed.

Tibetan Mastiff vs Gaddi Kutta vs Pomchi Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Tibetan Mastiff vs Gaddi Kutta vs Pomchi intelligence:
Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Smart: The Gaddi Kutta dogs have great intelligence.
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Smart: The Pomchi dogs have great intelligence.
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Trainability
Tibetan Mastiff vs Gaddi Kutta vs Pomchi trainability comparison.
Tibetan Mastiff dogs are quite easy to train.
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Gaddi Kutta dogs are very easy to train.
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Pomchi dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Tibetan Mastiff or Gaddi Kutta or Pomchi?
Tibetan Mastiff dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Gaddi Kutta dogs are average watchdogs.
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Pomchi dogs are average watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Tibetan Mastiff or Gaddi Kutta or Pomchi? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Tibetan Mastiff dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Gaddi Kutta dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Pomchi dogs are average defenders.
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Tibetan Mastiff vs Gaddi Kutta vs Pomchi Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Tibetan Mastiff or Gaddi Kutta or Pomchi? Tibetan Mastiff vs Gaddi Kutta vs Pomchi behavior/temperament comparison:
Stubborn
Aloof
Protective
Courageous
Loyal
Strong
Willed
Intelligent
Territorial
Gentle
Calm
Active
Playful
Energetic
Devoted
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
Sensitive: Tibetan Mastiff dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Gaddi Kutta dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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Pomchi 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: Tibetan Mastiff vs Gaddi Kutta vs Pomchi?
Average: Tibetan Mastiff dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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Average: Gaddi Kutta dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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Average to High: Pomchi dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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Social Needs
Tibetan Mastiff vs Gaddi Kutta vs Pomchi social needs comparison:
Tibetan Mastiff dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Gaddi Kutta dogs are kinda antisocial.
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Pomchi dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Tibetan Mastiff dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Gaddi Kutta dogs tend to escape less than other breeds.
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Pomchi dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Tibetan Mastiff 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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Gaddi Kutta dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals.
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Pomchi 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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Tibetan Mastiff vs Gaddi Kutta vs Pomchi Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Tibetan Mastiff vs Gaddi Kutta vs Pomchi playfulness comparison:
Average: Tibetan Mastiffs, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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The Gaddi Kutta is a playful breed.
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The Pomchi is a playful breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Tibetan Mastiff vs Gaddi Kutta vs Pomchi?
A lot: Tibetan Mastiff is a particularly loud breed.
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Low to Average: The Gaddi Kutta rarely barks.
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Average to High: The Pomchi is a vocal breed.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Tibetan Mastiff or Gaddi Kutta or Pomchi?
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Tibetan Mastiff breed.
It is not recommended to keep the Gaddi Kutta breed in the home.
Apartment-friendly dog the Pomchi breed.

Tibetan Mastiff vs Gaddi Kutta vs Pomchi Adaptability and Independence Comparison

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

Tibetan Mastiff vs Gaddi Kutta vs Pomchi Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Tibetan Mastiff or Gaddi Kutta or Pomchi?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Tibetan Mastiff bite force: Ordinary.

Above 400 PSI 🔼

Gaddi Kutta bite force: The Strongest.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

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

High 🔼

The Tibetan Mastiff has a high chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Gaddi Kutta has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

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

Health Issues
Tibetan Mastiff vs Gaddi Kutta vs Pomchi health comparison. Which is the healthier: Tibetan Mastiff vs Gaddi Kutta vs Pomchi?
Tibetan Mastiffs tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
The Gaddi Kutta is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Very healthy dog breed.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Tibetan Mastiff vs Gaddi Kutta vs Pomchi? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Tibetan Mastiff vs Gaddi Kutta vs Pomchi health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Autoimmune Hypothyroidism
Elbow Dysplasia
Osteochondrosis Dissecans
Panosteitis
Canine Inherited Demyelinative Neuropathy
Hip Dysplasia
Bloat
Arthritis
Cataracts
Hypothyroidism
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Epilepsy
Dental Problems
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Frequent
The Tibetan Mastiff should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Average
The Gaddi Kutta should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Rare
The Pomchi should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Life Expectancy
Tibetan Mastiff vs Gaddi Kutta vs Pomchi lifespan comparison. How long do Tibetan Mastiff, Gaddi Kutta and Pomchi breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
10-14 years
The average lifespan of Tibetan Mastiff: 12 years
8-10 years
The average lifespan of Gaddi Kutta: 9 years
12-18 years
The average lifespan of Pomchi: 15 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Tibetan Mastiff vs Gaddi Kutta vs Pomchi?
Prefers cold weather
The Tibetan Mastiff can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog.
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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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Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
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Tibetan Mastiff vs Gaddi Kutta vs Pomchi Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Tibetan Mastiff vs Gaddi Kutta vs Pomchi Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Tibetan Mastiff or Gaddi Kutta or Pomchi?
6 to 8 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 6 to 8 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 1/4 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? Tibetan Mastiff vs Gaddi Kutta vs Pomchi weight gain potential comparison:
Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Tibetan Mastiff's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Gaddi Kutta's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Pomchi's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Tibetan Mastiff vs Gaddi Kutta vs Pomchi Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Tibetan Mastiff vs Gaddi Kutta vs Pomchi coat comparison:
Thick
Hard
Dense Fluffy
Double
Long
Colors
What are the original Tibetan Mastiff, Gaddi Kutta and Pomchi color?
Black
Gray
Tan
Red
Blue
Brown
Black
Beige
Light Brown
Cream
Brown
Sable
Black & Tan
Blue & Tan
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Tibetan Mastiff or Gaddi Kutta or Pomchi? Tibetan Mastiff vs Gaddi Kutta vs Pomchi grooming comparison:
Average: The Tibetan Mastiff requires average grooming effort.
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Advanced: The Gaddi Kutta requires a lot of grooming.
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Advanced: The Pomchi requires a lot of grooming.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Tibetan Mastiff or Gaddi Kutta or Pomchi? Tibetan Mastiff or Gaddi Kutta or {name3 shedding:
Tibetan Mastiff dogs shed moderately.
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Gaddi Kutta dogs shed above average.
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Pomchi dogs shed moderately.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Tibetan Mastiff or Gaddi Kutta or Pomchi?
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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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
Tibetan Mastiff vs Gaddi Kutta vs Pomchi 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, Tibetan Mastiff vs Gaddi Kutta vs Pomchi?

High 🔼

The Tibetan Mastiff has a high chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Gaddi Kutta has an average chance of bad smell.

Low 🔽

The Pomchi has a low chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?
The Tibetan Mastiff 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 Gaddi Kutta drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed.
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The Pomchi is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Tibetan Mastiff vs Gaddi Kutta vs Pomchi Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Tibetan Mastiff dogs are generally with other pets.
Gaddi Kutta dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Pomchi dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Tibetan Mastiff or Gaddi Kutta or Pomchi? Which dog is more friendly?
Tibetan Mastiff dogs are not stranger friendly dogs.
Gaddi Kutta dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Pomchi dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Tibetan Mastiff or Gaddi Kutta or Pomchi?
Tibetan Mastiff dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.
Gaddi Kutta dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.
Pomchi dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Tibetan Mastiff or Gaddi Kutta or Pomchi?
Tibetan Mastiff dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Gaddi Kutta dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Pomchi dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Tibetan Mastiff or Gaddi Kutta or Pomchi?
Tibetan Mastiff dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Gaddi Kutta dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Pomchi dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Tibetan Mastiff vs Gaddi Kutta vs Pomchi?
Yes
Tibetan Mastiff dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Gaddi Kutta dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Pomchi dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
Tibetan Mastiff is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Gaddi Kutta is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Yes
Pomchi is one of the best dog breeds for office environment
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
Tibetan Mastiffs are not the best breed for elderly people.
Gaddi Kuttas are commonly okay with elderly people.
Pomchis are commonly okay with elderly people.

Tibetan Mastiff vs Gaddi Kutta vs Pomchi 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: Tibetan Mastiff or Gaddi Kutta or Pomchi? 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: Tibetan Mastiff vs Gaddi Kutta vs Pomchi?

Not really

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

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

Pomchi 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?

Yes

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Yes

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Fighting Dog / Military Dog

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Tibetan Mastiff vs Gaddi Kutta vs Pomchi 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 Tibetan Mastiff and Gaddi Kutta and Pomchi have?
5-12 puppies 5-12 puppies 2-6 puppies

Tibetan Mastiff vs Gaddi Kutta vs Pomchi Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2006 as a Working breed. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
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 Molossian type section. Not recognized by FCI. Not recognized by FCI.
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
Dog Registry of America Inc. Not recognized by any clubs.

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