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Tibetan Spaniel vs Australian Cattle Dog vs American Staffordshire Terrier Comparison - Dog breed selector: Simkhyi or Blue Heeler or Stafford? Find the right dog for you

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Name Tibetan Spaniel Australian Cattle Dog American Staffordshire Terrier
OriginsTibet flagTibet Australia flagAustralia United States flagUnited States
Group Companion Dogs Pastoral / Herding Dogs Hunting Dogs
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Simkhyi
Tibbie
Blue Heeler
Cattle Dog
Red Heeler
Queensland Heeler
Stafford
Staffy
Amstaff
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Tibetan Spaniel vs Australian Cattle Dog vs American Staffordshire Terrier breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Tibetan Spaniel vs Australian Cattle Dog vs American Staffordshire Terrier Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Tibetan Spaniel or Australian Cattle Dog or American Staffordshire Terrier? Which is the smallest dog, Tibetan Spaniel or Australian Cattle Dog or American Staffordshire Terrier?
Small Medium Medium
Weight
Which is heavier, Tibetan Spaniel or Australian Cattle Dog or Australian Cattle Dog? Tibetan Spaniel vs Australian Cattle Dog vs American Staffordshire Terrier weight comparison:
9-15 pounds (4.1-6.8 kg) 30-62 pounds (13-28 kg) 57-67 pounds (25-30 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
12 pounds (4.1-6.8 kg) 46 pounds (20.5 kg) 62 pounds (27.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Tibetan Spaniel or Australian Cattle Dog or American Staffordshire Terrier? Tibetan Spaniel vs Australian Cattle Dog vs American Staffordshire Terrier height comparison:
10 inches (25 cm) Male: 17-20 inches (43-51 cm), Female: 17-19 inches (43-48 cm) Male: 17-19 inches (43-48 cm), Female: 16-18 inches (41-46 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
10 inches (25 cm) Male: 18.5 inches (47 cm), Female: 18 inches (45.5 cm) Male: 18 inches (45.5 cm), Female: 17 inches (43.5 cm)

Tibetan Spaniel vs Australian Cattle Dog vs American Staffordshire Terrier Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Tibetan Spaniel or Australian Cattle Dog or American Staffordshire Terrier? Which is more expensive?
$800-$1000 $500-$700 $800-$1000
Availability
Which is easier to get, Tibetan Spaniel or Australian Cattle Dog or American Staffordshire Terrier?
Frequent: The Tibetan Spaniel is easier than average to get.
Very frequent: The Australian Cattle Dog is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The American Staffordshire Terrier is quite easy to get.

Tibetan Spaniel vs Australian Cattle Dog vs American Staffordshire Terrier Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Tibetan Spaniel vs Australian Cattle Dog vs American Staffordshire Terrier intelligence:
Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Outstanding: Australian Cattle Dog is one of the brightest dog breeds.
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Smart: The American Staffordshire Terrier dogs have great intelligence.
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Trainability
Tibetan Spaniel vs Australian Cattle Dog vs American Staffordshire Terrier trainability comparison.
Tibetan Spaniel dogs are easy to train.
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Australian Cattle Dog dogs are easy to train.
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American Staffordshire Terrier dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Tibetan Spaniel or Australian Cattle Dog or American Staffordshire Terrier?
Tibetan Spaniel dogs are good watchdogs.
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Australian Cattle Dog dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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American Staffordshire Terrier dogs are average watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Tibetan Spaniel or Australian Cattle Dog or American Staffordshire Terrier? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Tibetan Spaniel dogs are not the best to protect their territory.
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Australian Cattle Dog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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American Staffordshire Terrier dogs are average defenders.
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Tibetan Spaniel vs Australian Cattle Dog vs American Staffordshire Terrier Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Tibetan Spaniel or Australian Cattle Dog or American Staffordshire Terrier? Tibetan Spaniel vs Australian Cattle Dog vs American Staffordshire Terrier behavior/temperament comparison:
Aloof
Independent
Happy
Intelligent
Assertive
Willful
Energetic
Protective
Alert
Intelligent
Responsive
Loyal
Aggressive
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Loyal
Devoted
Attentive
Tenacious
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
Sensitive: Tibetan Spaniel dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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American Staffordshire Terrier 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 Spaniel vs Australian Cattle Dog vs American Staffordshire Terrier?
High: Tibetan Spaniel dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Average: Australian Cattle Dog dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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High: American Staffordshire Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Tibetan Spaniel vs Australian Cattle Dog vs American Staffordshire Terrier social needs comparison:
Tibetan Spaniel dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Australian Cattle Dog dogs need for social interaction is average.
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American Staffordshire Terrier dogs are a social breed.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Tibetan Spaniel dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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The wanderlust potential of the Australian Cattle Dog is strong enough to escape from home.
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American Staffordshire Terrier 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 Spaniel 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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Australian Cattle Dog dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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American Staffordshire Terrier 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 Spaniel vs Australian Cattle Dog vs American Staffordshire Terrier Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Tibetan Spaniel vs Australian Cattle Dog vs American Staffordshire Terrier playfulness comparison:
Average: Tibetan Spaniels, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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The Australian Cattle Dog is a highly playful breed.
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The American Staffordshire Terrier is a playful breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Tibetan Spaniel vs Australian Cattle Dog vs American Staffordshire Terrier?
Low to Average: The Tibetan Spaniel rarely barks.
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Low to Average: The Australian Cattle Dog rarely barks.
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Average: The American Staffordshire Terrier barks occasionally.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Tibetan Spaniel or Australian Cattle Dog or American Staffordshire Terrier?
Very house-friendly dog the Tibetan Spaniel breed.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Australian Cattle Dog breed.
It is not recommended to keep the American Staffordshire Terrier breed in the home.

Tibetan Spaniel vs Australian Cattle Dog vs American Staffordshire Terrier Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
Tibetan Spaniel dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Average: Australian Cattle Dog dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Average: American Staffordshire Terrier dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Tibetan Spaniel or Australian Cattle Dog or American Staffordshire Terrier?
Tibetan Spaniel 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.
American Staffordshire Terrier 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.

Tibetan Spaniel vs Australian Cattle Dog vs American Staffordshire Terrier Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Tibetan Spaniel or Australian Cattle Dog or American Staffordshire Terrier?

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Tibetan Spaniel bite force: Weak.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Australian Cattle Dog bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

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

Low 🔽

The Tibetan Spaniel has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Australian Cattle Dog has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The American Staffordshire Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Tibetan Spaniel vs Australian Cattle Dog vs American Staffordshire Terrier mouthiness comparison:
Tibetan Spaniel dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Australian Cattle Dog dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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American Staffordshire Terrier dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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Tibetan Spaniel vs Australian Cattle Dog vs American Staffordshire Terrier Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Tibetan Spaniel vs Australian Cattle Dog vs American Staffordshire Terrier health comparison. Which is the healthier: Tibetan Spaniel vs Australian Cattle Dog vs American Staffordshire Terrier?
Tibetan Spaniels tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
The Australian Cattle Dog is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The American Staffordshire Terrier 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: Tibetan Spaniel vs Australian Cattle Dog vs American Staffordshire Terrier? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Tibetan Spaniel vs Australian Cattle Dog vs American Staffordshire Terrier health problems comparison:
No data available Hip Dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Deafness
No data available
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Frequent
The Tibetan Spaniel should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Average
The Australian Cattle Dog should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Average
The American Staffordshire Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Life Expectancy
Tibetan Spaniel vs Australian Cattle Dog vs American Staffordshire Terrier lifespan comparison. How long do Tibetan Spaniel, Australian Cattle Dog and American Staffordshire Terrier breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Tibetan Spaniel: 13 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Australian Cattle Dog: 13 years
12-14 years
The average lifespan of American Staffordshire Terrier: 13 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Tibetan Spaniel vs Australian Cattle Dog vs American Staffordshire Terrier?
Prefers warm weather
Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates.
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Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Australian Cattle Dog 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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Tibetan Spaniel vs Australian Cattle Dog vs American Staffordshire Terrier Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Tibetan Spaniel or Australian Cattle Dog or American Staffordshire Terrier? Tibetan Spaniel vs Australian Cattle Dog vs American Staffordshire Terrier energy level comparison:
Tibetan Spaniel dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Australian Cattle Dog dogs are high-energy dogs.
American Staffordshire Terrier 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 Spaniel vs Australian Cattle Dog vs American Staffordshire Terrier exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Tibetan Spaniel or Australian Cattle Dog or American Staffordshire Terrier? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Tibetan Spaniel dogs exercise need is minimal.
Australian Cattle Dog dogs need a lot of exercises.
American Staffordshire Terrier dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Tibetan Spaniel or Australian Cattle Dog or American Staffordshire Terrier?
Tibetan Spaniel dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
Australian Cattle Dog dogs don't need too much sleep.
American Staffordshire Terrier dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.

Tibetan Spaniel vs Australian Cattle Dog vs American Staffordshire Terrier Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Tibetan Spaniel or Australian Cattle Dog or American Staffordshire Terrier?
1/2 to 1 cup dry food a day. 1.5 to 2.5 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.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Tibetan Spaniel vs Australian Cattle Dog vs American Staffordshire Terrier weight gain potential comparison:
Average: The Tibetan Spaniel has an average risk for obesity.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Australian Cattle Dog's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Low to Average: The American Staffordshire Terrier has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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Tibetan Spaniel vs Australian Cattle Dog vs American Staffordshire Terrier Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Tibetan Spaniel vs Australian Cattle Dog vs American Staffordshire Terrier coat comparison:
Silky Dense Fine
Colors
What are the original Tibetan Spaniel, Australian Cattle Dog and American Staffordshire Terrier color?
Black
Tan
Red
Cream
White
Silver
Sable
Gold
Red
Blue
Speckled
Mottled
Black
Blue
White
Brown
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Tibetan Spaniel or Australian Cattle Dog or American Staffordshire Terrier? Tibetan Spaniel vs Australian Cattle Dog vs American Staffordshire Terrier grooming comparison:
Average: The Tibetan Spaniel requires average grooming effort.
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Effortless: The Australian Cattle Dog requires minimal grooming.
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Effortless: The American Staffordshire Terrier requires minimal grooming.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Tibetan Spaniel or Australian Cattle Dog or American Staffordshire Terrier? Tibetan Spaniel or Australian Cattle Dog or {name3 shedding:
Tibetan Spaniel dogs shed none to minimal.
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Australian Cattle Dog dogs shed moderately.
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American Staffordshire Terrier dogs shed none to minimal.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Tibetan Spaniel or Australian Cattle Dog or American Staffordshire Terrier?
2-3 weeks
Frequent. This breed has high-maintenance hair and may require a bath every 2-3 weeks.
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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 Spaniel vs Australian Cattle Dog vs American Staffordshire Terrier 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 Spaniel vs Australian Cattle Dog vs American Staffordshire Terrier?

Medium

The Tibetan Spaniel has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Australian Cattle Dog has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The American Staffordshire Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?
The Tibetan Spaniel is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Australian Cattle Dog is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The American Staffordshire Terrier is an average drooler.
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Tibetan Spaniel vs Australian Cattle Dog vs American Staffordshire Terrier Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Tibetan Spaniel dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Australian Cattle Dog dogs are generally with other pets.
American Staffordshire Terrier dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Tibetan Spaniel or Australian Cattle Dog or American Staffordshire Terrier? Which dog is more friendly?
Tibetan Spaniel dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Australian Cattle Dog dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
American Staffordshire Terrier dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Tibetan Spaniel or Australian Cattle Dog or American Staffordshire Terrier?
Tibetan Spaniel dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Australian Cattle Dog dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
American Staffordshire Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Tibetan Spaniel or Australian Cattle Dog or American Staffordshire Terrier?
Tibetan Spaniel dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Australian Cattle Dog dogs are average friendly towards cats.
American Staffordshire Terrier dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Tibetan Spaniel or Australian Cattle Dog or American Staffordshire Terrier?
Tibetan Spaniel dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Australian Cattle Dog dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
American Staffordshire Terrier dogs are not dog-friendly.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Tibetan Spaniel vs Australian Cattle Dog vs American Staffordshire Terrier?
Yes
Tibetan Spaniel dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Australian Cattle Dog dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
American Staffordshire Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
Tibetan Spaniel is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Australian Cattle Dog is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Yes
American Staffordshire Terrier is one of the best dog breeds for office environment
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
Tibetan Spaniels are usually recommended for elderly people.
Australian Cattle Dogs are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
American Staffordshire Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.

Tibetan Spaniel vs Australian Cattle Dog vs American Staffordshire Terrier 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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Yes

This breed makes good as a service dog.
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Therapy Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: Tibetan Spaniel or Australian Cattle Dog or American Staffordshire Terrier? 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 Spaniel vs Australian Cattle Dog vs American Staffordshire Terrier?

Not really

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

Australian Cattle Dog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

American Staffordshire Terrier 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.

Tibetan Spaniel vs Australian Cattle Dog vs American Staffordshire Terrier 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 Spaniel and Australian Cattle Dog and American Staffordshire Terrier have?
3-6 puppies 1-7 puppies, average 5 5-10 puppies

Tibetan Spaniel vs Australian Cattle Dog vs American Staffordshire Terrier Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1983 as a Non-Sporting breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1980 as a Herding breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1936 as a Terrier breed.
FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI?
Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Tibetan breeds section. Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) section. Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Bull type Terriers section.
Breed Recognition
What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?
No data available 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
No data available

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