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West Highland White Terrier vs St. Bernard vs German Shepherd Comparison - Dog breed selector: Roseneath Terrier or Alpine Mastiff or Alsatian wolf dog? Find the right dog for you

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Name West Highland White Terrier St. Bernard German Shepherd
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Group Hunting Dogs Working Dogs Pastoral / Herding Dogs
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Roseneath Terrier
Westie
Westy
White Roseneath Terrier
Poltalloch Terrier
Alpine Mastiff
Bernhardiner
St. Barnhardshund
St. Bernard
Saint
Alsatian wolf dog
Berger Allemand
Deutscher Schäferhund
Schäferhund
Alsatian
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? West Highland White Terrier vs St. Bernard vs German Shepherd breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

West Highland White Terrier vs St. Bernard vs German Shepherd Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, West Highland White Terrier or St. Bernard or German Shepherd? Which is the smallest dog, West Highland White Terrier or St. Bernard or German Shepherd?
Small Giant Large
Weight
Which is heavier, West Highland White Terrier or St. Bernard or St. Bernard? West Highland White Terrier vs St. Bernard vs German Shepherd weight comparison:
Male: 15-22 pounds (7-10 kg), Female: 13-16 pounds (6-7 kg) 110-200 pounds (50-91 kg) Male: 66-88 pounds (30-40 kg), Female: 49-71 pounds (22-32 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 18.5 pounds (8.5 kg), Female: 14.5 pounds (6.5 kg) 155 pounds (70.5 kg) Male: 77 pounds (35 kg), Female: 60 pounds (27 kg)
Height
Which is taller, West Highland White Terrier or St. Bernard or German Shepherd? West Highland White Terrier vs St. Bernard vs German Shepherd height comparison:
Male: 10-12 inches (25-30 cm), Female: 9-11 inches (23-28 cm) 25.5-27.5 inches (61-70 cm) Male: 24-26 inches (60-65 cm), Female: 22-24 inches (55-60 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 11 inches (27.5 cm), Female: 10 inches (25.5 cm) 25.5-27.5 inches (65.5 cm) Male: 25 inches (62.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (57.5 cm)

West Highland White Terrier vs St. Bernard vs German Shepherd Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, West Highland White Terrier or St. Bernard or German Shepherd? Which is more expensive?
$900-$1200 $1500-$1800 $800-$2000
Availability
Which is easier to get, West Highland White Terrier or St. Bernard or German Shepherd?
Very frequent: The West Highland White Terrier is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The St.
Very frequent: The German Shepherd is quite easy to get.

West Highland White Terrier vs St. Bernard vs German Shepherd Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? West Highland White Terrier vs St. Bernard vs German Shepherd intelligence:
Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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Outstanding: German Shepherd is one of the brightest dog breeds.
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Trainability
West Highland White Terrier vs St. Bernard vs German Shepherd trainability comparison.
West Highland White Terrier dogs are easy to train.
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A slightly harder to train than average.
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German Shepherd dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: West Highland White Terrier or St. Bernard or German Shepherd?
West Highland White Terrier dogs are average watchdogs.
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St.
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German Shepherd dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog West Highland White Terrier or St. Bernard or German Shepherd? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
West Highland White Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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German Shepherd dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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West Highland White Terrier vs St. Bernard vs German Shepherd Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, West Highland White Terrier or St. Bernard or German Shepherd? West Highland White Terrier vs St. Bernard vs German Shepherd behavior/temperament comparison:
Independent
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Independent
Happy
Friendly
Gentle
Going
Social
Quiet
Curious
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Confident
Obedient
Loyal
Watchful
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Sensitive: St.
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Sensitive: German Shepherd dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: West Highland White Terrier vs St. Bernard vs German Shepherd?
Average to High: West Highland White Terrier dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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High: St.
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High: German Shepherd dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
West Highland White Terrier vs St. Bernard vs German Shepherd social needs comparison:
West Highland White Terrier dogs are a social breed.
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St.
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German Shepherd dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
West Highland White Terrier dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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St.
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German Shepherd dogs are not the biggest explorers.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
West Highland White Terrier dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Their prey drive is low.
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German Shepherd dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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West Highland White Terrier vs St. Bernard vs German Shepherd Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
West Highland White Terrier vs St. Bernard vs German Shepherd playfulness comparison:
The West Highland White Terrier is a highly playful breed.
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St.
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Average: German Shepherds, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: West Highland White Terrier vs St. Bernard vs German Shepherd?
A lot: West Highland White Terrier is a particularly loud breed.
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Low: The St.
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Low to Average: The German Shepherd rarely barks.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly West Highland White Terrier or St. Bernard or German Shepherd?
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 West Highland White Terrier indoors.
It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep St.
It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep German Shepherd indoors.

West Highland White Terrier vs St. Bernard vs German Shepherd Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
West Highland White Terrier dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
St.
German Shepherd dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: West Highland White Terrier or St. Bernard or German Shepherd?
West Highland White 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.
St.
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

West Highland White Terrier vs St. Bernard vs German Shepherd Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: West Highland White Terrier or St. Bernard or German Shepherd?

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

West Highland White Terrier bite force: Weak.

Above 400 PSI 🔼

St.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

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

Low 🔽

The West Highland White Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.

Moderate

The St.

High 🔼

The German Shepherd has a high chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? West Highland White Terrier vs St. Bernard vs German Shepherd mouthiness comparison:
West Highland White Terrier dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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German Shepherd dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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West Highland White Terrier vs St. Bernard vs German Shepherd Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
West Highland White Terrier vs St. Bernard vs German Shepherd health comparison. Which is the healthier: West Highland White Terrier vs St. Bernard vs German Shepherd?
Very healthy dog breed.
Very healthy dog breed.
German Shepherds are commonly healthy dogs.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: West Highland White Terrier vs St. Bernard vs German Shepherd? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? West Highland White Terrier vs St. Bernard vs German Shepherd health problems comparison:
Cataracts
Legg-perthes Disease
Patellar Luxation
Craniomandibular Osteopathy
Globoid Cell Leukodystrophy
White Dog Shaker Syndrome
Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
Atopic Dermatitis
Hyperplastic Dermatosis
Pulmonary Fibrosis
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Bloat
Epilepsy
Entropion
Elbow Dysplasia
Dilated Cardiomyopathy
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Cancer
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Von Willebrand's Disease
Bloat
Epilepsy
Blindness
Cherry Eye
Elbow Dysplasia
Diabetes
Heart Disease
Retinal Dysplasia
Demodectic Mange
Degenerative Myelopathy
Wobbler's Syndrome
Panosteitis
Hemophilia B
Megaesophagus
Cushing's Syndrome
Lens Luxation
Exocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency
Chronic Diarrhea
Cruciate Ligament Rupture
Digestive Problems
Hemophilia A
Hypertrophic Osteodystrophy
Lupus
Myasthenia Gravis
Nail Bed Disease
Osteochondrosis
Pannus
Paralysis
Perianal Fistula
Seborrhea
Vitiligo
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Rare
The West Highland White Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Rare
The St.
Rare
The German Shepherd should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Life Expectancy
West Highland White Terrier vs St. Bernard vs German Shepherd lifespan comparison. How long do West Highland White Terrier, St. Bernard and German Shepherd breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
12-16 years
The average lifespan of West Highland White Terrier: 14 years
8-10 years
The average lifespan of St.
9-13 years
The average lifespan of German Shepherd: 11 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: West Highland White Terrier vs St. Bernard vs German Shepherd?
Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The West Highland White Terrier can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even 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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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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West Highland White Terrier vs St. Bernard vs German Shepherd Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a West Highland White Terrier or St. Bernard or German Shepherd? West Highland White Terrier vs St. Bernard vs German Shepherd energy level comparison:
West Highland White Terrier dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
St.
German Shepherd dogs are high-energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
West Highland White Terrier vs St. Bernard vs German Shepherd exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: West Highland White Terrier or St. Bernard or German Shepherd? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
West Highland White Terrier dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
St.
German Shepherd dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: West Highland White Terrier or St. Bernard or German Shepherd?
West Highland White Terrier dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
St.
German Shepherd dogs don't need too much sleep.

West Highland White Terrier vs St. Bernard vs German Shepherd Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: West Highland White Terrier or St. Bernard or German Shepherd?
1/2 to 1.5 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. 3 to 4 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? West Highland White Terrier vs St. Bernard vs German Shepherd weight gain potential comparison:
Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the West Highland White Terrier's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the St.
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Low to Average: The German Shepherd has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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West Highland White Terrier vs St. Bernard vs German Shepherd Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? West Highland White Terrier vs St. Bernard vs German Shepherd coat comparison:
Dense Dense
Rough
Smooth
Fuzzy
Colors
What are the original West Highland White Terrier, St. Bernard and German Shepherd color?
White Black
Red
White
Brown
Brindle
Tricolor
Black
Tan
Red
Silver
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, West Highland White Terrier or St. Bernard or German Shepherd? West Highland White Terrier vs St. Bernard vs German Shepherd grooming comparison:
Advanced: The West Highland White Terrier requires a lot of grooming.
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Average: The St.
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Average: The German Shepherd requires average grooming effort.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more West Highland White Terrier or St. Bernard or German Shepherd? West Highland White Terrier or St. Bernard or {name3 shedding:
West Highland White Terrier dogs shed none to minimal.
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St.
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German Shepherd dogs are heavy shedders.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: West Highland White Terrier or St. Bernard or German Shepherd?
4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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8-12 weeks
Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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Hypoallergenic
West Highland White Terrier vs St. Bernard vs German Shepherd 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, West Highland White Terrier vs St. Bernard vs German Shepherd?

Low 🔽

The West Highland White Terrier has a low chance of bad smell.

High 🔼

The St.

Medium

The German Shepherd has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?
The West Highland White Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The St.
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The German Shepherd is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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West Highland White Terrier vs St. Bernard vs German Shepherd Good With Comparison

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

West Highland White Terrier vs St. Bernard vs German Shepherd 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: West Highland White Terrier or St. Bernard or German Shepherd? Which is better for autism?

Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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Yes

This breed makes a perfect 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.

Yes

After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.
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.

Yes

This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.

Yes

This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog
Which one could be a boat dog: West Highland White Terrier vs St. Bernard vs German Shepherd?

Not really

West Highland White Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

St.
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Not really

German Shepherd 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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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.

Yes

In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

Yes

In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

West Highland White Terrier vs St. Bernard vs German Shepherd 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 West Highland White Terrier and St. Bernard and German Shepherd have?
2-5 puppies 6-8 puppies 6-10 puppies

West Highland White Terrier vs St. Bernard vs German Shepherd Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1908 as a Terrier breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Working breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1908 as a Herding breed.
FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI?
Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Small sized Terriers section. Not recognized by FCI. Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs 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.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
Club Espanol De Terriers
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
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
German Shepherd Dog Club Of America

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