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Welsh Terrier vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Cairn Terrier Comparison - Dog breed selector: Welshie or Cao De Agua or Toto Dog? Find the right dog for you

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Name Welsh Terrier Portuguese Water Dog Cairn Terrier
OriginsWales flagWales Portugal flagPortugal Scotland flagScotland
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Welshie Cao De Agua
Portie
Water Dog
Toto Dog
Cairn
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Welsh Terrier vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Cairn Terrier breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Welsh Terrier vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Cairn Terrier Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Welsh Terrier or Portuguese Water Dog or Cairn Terrier? Which is the smallest dog, Welsh Terrier or Portuguese Water Dog or Cairn Terrier?
Small Medium Small
Weight
Which is heavier, Welsh Terrier or Portuguese Water Dog or Portuguese Water Dog? Welsh Terrier vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Cairn Terrier weight comparison:
Male: 18-23 pounds (8-10 kg), Female: 18-23 pounds (8-10 kg) Male: 42-55 pounds (19-25 kg), Female: 35-49 pounds (16-22 kg) Male: 14-18 pounds (6-8 kg), Female: 13-17 pounds (6-8 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 20.5 pounds (9 kg), Female: 20.5 pounds (9 kg) Male: 48.5 pounds (22 kg), Female: 42 pounds (19 kg) Male: 16 pounds (7 kg), Female: 15 pounds (7 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Welsh Terrier or Portuguese Water Dog or Cairn Terrier? Welsh Terrier vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Cairn Terrier height comparison:
Male: 14-16 inches (36-41 cm), Female: 13-15 inches (33-38 cm) Male: 20-22 inches (50-57 cm), Female: 17-20 inches (43-52 cm) Male: 10-13 inches (25-33 cm), Female: 9-12 inches (23-30 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 15 inches (38.5 cm), Female: 14 inches (35.5 cm) Male: 21 inches (53.5 cm), Female: 18.5 inches (47.5 cm) Male: 11.5 inches (29 cm), Female: 10.5 inches (26.5 cm)

Welsh Terrier vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Cairn Terrier Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Welsh Terrier or Portuguese Water Dog or Cairn Terrier? Which is more expensive?
$800-$1200 $2500-$2800 $700-$1000
Availability
Which is easier to get, Welsh Terrier or Portuguese Water Dog or Cairn Terrier?
Frequent: The Welsh Terrier is easier than average to get.
Very frequent: The Portuguese Water Dog is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Cairn Terrier is quite easy to get.

Welsh Terrier vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Cairn Terrier Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Welsh Terrier vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Cairn Terrier 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 Portuguese Water Dog dogs have great intelligence.
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Smart: The Cairn Terrier dogs have great intelligence.
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Trainability
Welsh Terrier vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Cairn Terrier trainability comparison.
Welsh Terrier dogs are easy to train.
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Portuguese Water Dog dogs are easy to train.
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Cairn Terrier dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Welsh Terrier or Portuguese Water Dog or Cairn Terrier?
Welsh Terrier dogs are average watchdogs.
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Portuguese Water Dog dogs are good watchdogs.
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Cairn Terrier dogs are good watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Welsh Terrier or Portuguese Water Dog or Cairn Terrier? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Welsh Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Portuguese Water Dog dogs are average defenders.
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Cairn Terrier dogs are average defenders.
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Welsh Terrier vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Cairn Terrier Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Welsh Terrier or Portuguese Water Dog or Cairn Terrier? Welsh Terrier vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Cairn Terrier behavior/temperament comparison:
Loving
Independent
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Spirited
Intelligent
Docile
Obedient
Brave
Impetuous
Quarrelsome
Active
Courageous
Intelligent
Fearless
Assertive
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
Welsh Terrier dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Cairn 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: Welsh Terrier vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Cairn Terrier?
Average to High: Welsh Terrier dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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High: Portuguese Water Dog dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Cairn Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Welsh Terrier vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Cairn Terrier social needs comparison:
Welsh Terrier dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Portuguese Water Dog dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Cairn Terrier dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
The wanderlust potential of the Welsh Terrier is strong enough to escape from home.
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Portuguese Water Dog dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Cairn 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?
Welsh Terrier dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Portuguese Water Dog 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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Cairn Terrier dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Welsh Terrier vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Cairn Terrier Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Welsh Terrier vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Cairn Terrier playfulness comparison:
The Welsh Terrier is a playful breed.
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The Portuguese Water Dog is a playful breed.
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The Cairn Terrier is a playful breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Welsh Terrier vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Cairn Terrier?
A lot: Welsh Terrier is a particularly loud breed.
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Low to Average: The Portuguese Water Dog rarely barks.
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A lot: Cairn Terrier is a particularly loud breed.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Welsh Terrier or Portuguese Water Dog or Cairn Terrier?
Apartment-friendly dog the Welsh Terrier breed.
Apartment-friendly dog the Portuguese Water Dog 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 Cairn Terrier indoors.

Welsh Terrier vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Cairn Terrier Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
Welsh Terrier dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Portuguese Water Dog dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Average: Cairn Terrier dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Welsh Terrier or Portuguese Water Dog or Cairn Terrier?
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.
Portuguese Water Dog dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
Cairn Terrier dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Welsh Terrier vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Cairn Terrier Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Welsh Terrier or Portuguese Water Dog or Cairn Terrier?

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Welsh Terrier bite force: Weak.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Portuguese Water Dog bite force: Ordinary.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

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

Low 🔽

The Welsh Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Portuguese Water Dog has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Cairn Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Welsh Terrier vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Cairn Terrier mouthiness comparison:
Welsh Terrier dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Portuguese Water Dog dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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Cairn Terrier dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Welsh Terrier vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Cairn Terrier Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Welsh Terrier vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Cairn Terrier health comparison. Which is the healthier: Welsh Terrier vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Cairn Terrier?
Welsh Terriers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
The Portuguese Water Dog is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Cairn Terriers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Welsh Terrier vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Cairn Terrier? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Welsh Terrier vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Cairn Terrier health problems comparison:
Skin Irritation Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Entropion
Ectropion
Distichiasis
Persistent Pupillary Membranes
Addison's Disease
Megaesophagus
Irritable Bowel Disease (ibd)
Abnormally Small Eyes
GM-1 Storage Disease
Juvenile Dilated Cardiomyopathy
Gastrointestinal Diseases
Colitis
Hemorrhagic Gastroenteritis
Lymphangiectasia
Cataracts
Legg-perthes Disease
Luxating Patella
Hypothyroidism
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Cryptorchidism
Glaucoma
Craniomandibular Osteopathy
Globoid Cell Leukodystrophy
Microvascular Dysplasia
Portosystemic Vascular Anomaly (PSVA)
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Frequent
The Welsh Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Average
The Portuguese Water Dog should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Frequent
The Cairn Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Life Expectancy
Welsh Terrier vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Cairn Terrier lifespan comparison. How long do Welsh Terrier, Portuguese Water Dog and Cairn Terrier breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
10-14 years
The average lifespan of Welsh Terrier: 12 years
10-14 years
The average lifespan of Portuguese Water Dog: 12 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Cairn Terrier: 13 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Welsh Terrier vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Cairn Terrier?
Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
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Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Portuguese Water 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 cold weather conditions
The Cairn Terrier can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Welsh Terrier vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Cairn Terrier Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Welsh Terrier or Portuguese Water Dog or Cairn Terrier? Welsh Terrier vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Cairn Terrier energy level comparison:
Welsh Terrier dogs are high-energy dogs.
Portuguese Water Dog dogs are high-energy dogs.
Cairn Terrier dogs are high-energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Welsh Terrier vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Cairn Terrier exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Welsh Terrier or Portuguese Water Dog or Cairn Terrier? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Welsh Terrier dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Portuguese Water Dog dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Cairn Terrier dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Welsh Terrier or Portuguese Water Dog or Cairn Terrier?
Welsh Terrier dogs don't need too much sleep.
Portuguese Water Dog dogs don't need too much sleep.
Cairn Terrier dogs don't need too much sleep.

Welsh Terrier vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Cairn Terrier Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Welsh Terrier or Portuguese Water Dog or Cairn Terrier?
0.5 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 2 to 2.5 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 0.5 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? Welsh Terrier vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Cairn Terrier weight gain potential comparison:
Average: The Welsh Terrier has an average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Portuguese Water Dog has an average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Cairn Terrier has an average risk for obesity.
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Welsh Terrier vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Cairn Terrier Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Welsh Terrier vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Cairn Terrier coat comparison:
Wiry
Soft
Waterproof
Curly Waterproof
Colors
What are the original Welsh Terrier, Portuguese Water Dog and Cairn Terrier color?
Black
Tan
Grizzle
Black
White
Brown
Black
Gray
Red
Cream
Silver
Brindle
Wheaten
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Welsh Terrier or Portuguese Water Dog or Cairn Terrier? Welsh Terrier vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Cairn Terrier grooming comparison:
Advanced: The Welsh Terrier requires a lot of grooming.
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Average: The Portuguese Water Dog requires average grooming effort.
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Average: The Cairn Terrier requires average grooming effort.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Welsh Terrier or Portuguese Water Dog or Cairn Terrier? Welsh Terrier or Portuguese Water Dog or {name3 shedding:
Welsh Terrier dogs shed none to minimal.
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Portuguese Water Dog dogs shed none to minimal.
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Cairn Terrier dogs shed moderately.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Welsh Terrier or Portuguese Water Dog or Cairn Terrier?
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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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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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
Welsh Terrier vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Cairn 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, Welsh Terrier vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Cairn Terrier?

Medium

The Welsh Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.

Low 🔽

The Portuguese Water Dog has a low chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Cairn Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?
The Welsh Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Portuguese Water Dog is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Cairn Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Welsh Terrier vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Cairn Terrier Good With Comparison

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

Welsh Terrier vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Cairn 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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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Therapy Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: Welsh Terrier or Portuguese Water Dog or Cairn 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: Welsh Terrier vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Cairn Terrier?

Not really

Welsh Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Yes

Portuguese Water Dog breed usually likes being on a boat.
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Not really

Cairn 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.

Not really

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

Welsh Terrier vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Cairn 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 Welsh Terrier and Portuguese Water Dog and Cairn Terrier have?
4-6 puppies 4-8 puppies 2-10 puppies

Welsh Terrier vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Cairn Terrier Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1888 as a Terrier breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1983 as a Hound breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1913 as a Terrier breed.
FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI?
Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Large and medium sized Terriers section. Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Water Dogs section. Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Small sized Terriers section.
Breed Recognition
What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?
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.
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
American Kennel Club
Canadian Kennel Club
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Australian National Kennel Council
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
The 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
Club Espanol De Terriers

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