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Whippet vs Papillon vs Miniature Australian Shepherd Comparison - Dog breed selector: Snap Dog or Continental Toy Spaniel or Mini Aussie? Find the right dog for you

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Name Whippet Papillon Miniature Australian Shepherd
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Snap Dog
English Whippet
Continental Toy Spaniel
Epagneul Nain
Epagneul Nain Continental
Phalène
Squirrel Dog
Butterfly Dog
Mini Aussie
Mini Aussie Shepherd
Mini Australian Shepherd
Miniature Aussie Shepherd
North American Shepherd
North American Miniature Australian Shepherd
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Whippet vs Papillon vs Miniature Australian Shepherd breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Whippet vs Papillon vs Miniature Australian Shepherd Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Whippet or Papillon or Miniature Australian Shepherd? Which is the smallest dog, Whippet or Papillon or Miniature Australian Shepherd?
Medium Small Medium
Weight
Which is heavier, Whippet or Papillon or Papillon? Whippet vs Papillon vs Miniature Australian Shepherd weight comparison:
25 - 45 pounds (11 - 21 kg) Male: 8-10 pounds (4-5 kg), Female: 7-9 pounds (3-4 kg) 20–40 pounds (9-18 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
25 - 45 pounds (11 - 21 kg) Male: 9 pounds (4.5 kg), Female: 8 pounds (3.5 kg) 30 pounds (13.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Whippet or Papillon or Miniature Australian Shepherd? Whippet vs Papillon vs Miniature Australian Shepherd height comparison:
Male: 18.5-20 inches (46-51 cm), Female: 17.5-19 inches (44-48 cm) Male: 8-11 inches (20-28 cm), Female: 8-11 inches (20-28 cm) 13–18 inches (33-46 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 19 inches (48.5 cm), Female: 18 inches (45.5 cm) Male: 9.5 inches (24 cm), Female: 9.5 inches (24 cm) 15.5 inches (39.5 cm)

Whippet vs Papillon vs Miniature Australian Shepherd Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Whippet or Papillon or Miniature Australian Shepherd? Which is more expensive?
$800-$1200 $400-$600 $1000-$2000
Availability
Which is easier to get, Whippet or Papillon or Miniature Australian Shepherd?
Very frequent: The Whippet is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Papillon is quite easy to get.
Average: The Miniature Australian Shepherd is a commonly available dog breed.

Whippet vs Papillon vs Miniature Australian Shepherd Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Whippet vs Papillon vs Miniature Australian Shepherd intelligence:
Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Outstanding: Papillon is one of the brightest dog breeds.
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Smart: The Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs have great intelligence.
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Trainability
Whippet vs Papillon vs Miniature Australian Shepherd trainability comparison.
Whippet dogs are easy to train.
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Papillon dogs are easy to train.
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Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs are very easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Whippet or Papillon or Miniature Australian Shepherd?
Whippet dogs are average watchdogs.
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Papillon dogs are average watchdogs.
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Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Whippet or Papillon or Miniature Australian Shepherd? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Whippet dogs can't provide protection for their territory.
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Papillon dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Whippet vs Papillon vs Miniature Australian Shepherd Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Whippet or Papillon or Miniature Australian Shepherd? Whippet vs Papillon vs Miniature Australian Shepherd behavior/temperament comparison:
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Outright
Companionable
Adaptable
Quiet
Happy
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Active
Loving
Protective
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Good-natured
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
Sensitive: Whippet dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Papillon dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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Sensitive: Miniature Australian 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: Whippet vs Papillon vs Miniature Australian Shepherd?
Average: Whippet dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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High: Papillon dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Average to High: Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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Social Needs
Whippet vs Papillon vs Miniature Australian Shepherd social needs comparison:
Whippet dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Papillon dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs are a social breed.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
The wanderlust potential of the Whippet is strong enough to escape from home.
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Papillon dogs are not the biggest explorers.
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Miniature Australian 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?
Whippet dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Papillon dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Whippet vs Papillon vs Miniature Australian Shepherd Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Whippet vs Papillon vs Miniature Australian Shepherd playfulness comparison:
Average: Whippets, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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The Papillon is a highly playful breed.
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The Miniature Australian Shepherd is a highly playful breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Whippet vs Papillon vs Miniature Australian Shepherd?
Low: The Whippet barks none to minimal.
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A lot: Papillon is a particularly loud breed.
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Low to Average: The Miniature Australian Shepherd rarely barks.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Whippet or Papillon or Miniature Australian Shepherd?
Very house-friendly dog the Whippet 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 Papillon 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 Miniature Australian Shepherd indoors.

Whippet vs Papillon vs Miniature Australian Shepherd Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
Whippet dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Papillon dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Whippet or Papillon or Miniature Australian Shepherd?
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.
Papillon dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
Miniature Australian Shepherd 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.

Whippet vs Papillon vs Miniature Australian Shepherd Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Whippet or Papillon or Miniature Australian Shepherd?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Whippet bite force: Ordinary.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Papillon bite force: Weak.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

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

Low 🔽

The Whippet has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Papillon has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Miniature Australian Shepherd has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Whippet vs Papillon vs Miniature Australian Shepherd mouthiness comparison:
Whippet dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Papillon dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Whippet vs Papillon vs Miniature Australian Shepherd Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Whippet vs Papillon vs Miniature Australian Shepherd health comparison. Which is the healthier: Whippet vs Papillon vs Miniature Australian Shepherd?
The Whippet is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The Papillon is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The Miniature Australian Shepherd 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: Whippet vs Papillon vs Miniature Australian Shepherd? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Whippet vs Papillon vs Miniature Australian Shepherd health problems comparison:
Heart Murmurs
Hypothyroidism
Von Willebrand's Disease
Heart Problems
Deafness
Vaccination Sensitivity
Drug Sensitivity
Arthritis
Kidney Issues
Addison's Disease
Collapsed Trachea
Open Fontanel
Patellar Luxation
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Hypoglycemia
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Drug Sensitivity
Retinal Dysplasia
Glaucoma
Juvenile Cataracts
Iris Coloboma
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Average
The Whippet should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Average
The Papillon should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Average
The Miniature Australian Shepherd should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Life Expectancy
Whippet vs Papillon vs Miniature Australian Shepherd lifespan comparison. How long do Whippet, Papillon and Miniature Australian Shepherd breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Whippet: 13 years
12-16 years
The average lifespan of Papillon: 14 years
9-13 years
The average lifespan of Miniature Australian Shepherd: 11 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Whippet vs Papillon vs Miniature Australian Shepherd?
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 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 Miniature Australian Shepherd can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Whippet vs Papillon vs Miniature Australian Shepherd Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Whippet vs Papillon vs Miniature Australian Shepherd Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Whippet or Papillon or Miniature Australian Shepherd?
1 to 2 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. 1 to 2 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? Whippet vs Papillon vs Miniature Australian Shepherd weight gain potential comparison:
Low: The Whippet has good luck with genetics.
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Average: The Papillon has an average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Miniature Australian Shepherd has an average risk for obesity.
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Whippet vs Papillon vs Miniature Australian Shepherd Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Whippet vs Papillon vs Miniature Australian Shepherd coat comparison:
Fine
Short
Close in texture
Feathered Feathered
Colors
What are the original Whippet, Papillon and Miniature Australian Shepherd color?
Black
Red
Blue
Cream
White
Fawn
Black
Tan
Red
White
Sable
Lemon
Red
Red Merle
White & Black & Tan
Blue Merle
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Whippet or Papillon or Miniature Australian Shepherd? Whippet vs Papillon vs Miniature Australian Shepherd grooming comparison:
Effortless: The Whippet requires minimal grooming.
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Average: The Papillon requires average grooming effort.
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Average: The Miniature Australian Shepherd requires average grooming effort.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Whippet or Papillon or Miniature Australian Shepherd? Whippet or Papillon or {name3 shedding:
Whippet dogs are low shedders.
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Papillon dogs shed none to minimal.
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Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs shed moderately.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Whippet or Papillon or Miniature Australian Shepherd?
6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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Hypoallergenic
Whippet vs Papillon vs Miniature Australian 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, Whippet vs Papillon vs Miniature Australian Shepherd?

Low 🔽

The Whippet has a low chance of bad smell.

Low 🔽

The Papillon has a low chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Miniature Australian Shepherd has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?
The Whippet is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Papillon is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Miniature Australian Shepherd is an average drooler.
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Whippet vs Papillon vs Miniature Australian Shepherd Good With Comparison

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

Whippet vs Papillon vs Miniature Australian 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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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Therapy Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: Whippet or Papillon or Miniature Australian Shepherd? 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: Whippet vs Papillon vs Miniature Australian Shepherd?

Not really

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

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

Miniature Australian 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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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.

Whippet vs Papillon vs Miniature Australian 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 Whippet and Papillon and Miniature Australian Shepherd have?
4-8 puppies 2-4 puppies 2-6 puppies

Whippet vs Papillon vs Miniature Australian Shepherd Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1888 as a Hound breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1915 as a Toy breed. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI?
Recognized by FCI in the Sighthounds group, in the Short-haired Sighthounds section. Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Continental Toy Spaniel and Russian Toy section. Not recognized by FCI.
Breed Recognition
What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?
American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
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
Canadian Canine Registry
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
America's Pet Registry
American Canine Association, Inc.

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