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Wire Fox Terrier vs Border Terrier vs Lhasa Apso Comparison - Dog breed selector: Foxie or Borders or Lion Dog? Find the right dog for you

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Name Wire Fox Terrier Border Terrier Lhasa Apso
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Foxie
Wire Hair Fox Terrier
Wirehaired Terrier
Wire Fox Terrier
Borders Lion Dog
Lhasa
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Wire Fox Terrier vs Border Terrier vs Lhasa Apso breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Wire Fox Terrier vs Border Terrier vs Lhasa Apso Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Wire Fox Terrier or Border Terrier or Lhasa Apso? Which is the smallest dog, Wire Fox Terrier or Border Terrier or Lhasa Apso?
Small Small Small
Weight
Which is heavier, Wire Fox Terrier or Border Terrier or Border Terrier? Wire Fox Terrier vs Border Terrier vs Lhasa Apso weight comparison:
Male: 15-20 pounds (7-9 kg), Female: 13-18 pounds (6-8 kg) Males 13-16 pounds (6-7 kg), Female: 11-14 pounds (5-6 kg) 13-15 pounds (5.9-6.8 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 17.5 pounds (8 kg), Female: 15.5 pounds (7 kg) Males 14.5 pounds (6.5 kg), Female: 12.5 pounds (5.5 kg) 14 pounds (5.9-6.8 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Wire Fox Terrier or Border Terrier or Lhasa Apso? Wire Fox Terrier vs Border Terrier vs Lhasa Apso height comparison:
Male: 14-16 inches (36-41 cm), Female: 13-15 inches (33-38 cm) Male: 13-16 inches (33-41 cm), Female: 11-14 inches (28-36 cm) 10-11 inches (25-28 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 15 inches (38.5 cm), Female: 14 inches (35.5 cm) Male: 14.5 inches (37 cm), Female: 12.5 inches (32 cm) 10.5 inches (26.5 cm)

Wire Fox Terrier vs Border Terrier vs Lhasa Apso Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Wire Fox Terrier or Border Terrier or Lhasa Apso? Which is more expensive?
$800-$1200 $1200-$1400 $500-$700
Availability
Which is easier to get, Wire Fox Terrier or Border Terrier or Lhasa Apso?
Very frequent: The Wire Fox Terrier is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Border Terrier is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Lhasa Apso is quite easy to get.

Wire Fox Terrier vs Border Terrier vs Lhasa Apso Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Wire Fox Terrier vs Border Terrier vs Lhasa Apso 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 Border Terrier dogs have great intelligence.
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Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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Trainability
Wire Fox Terrier vs Border Terrier vs Lhasa Apso trainability comparison.
Wire Fox Terrier dogs are easy to train.
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Border Terrier dogs are easy to train.
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Lhasa Apso dogs are quite easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Wire Fox Terrier or Border Terrier or Lhasa Apso?
Wire Fox Terrier dogs are average watchdogs.
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Border Terrier dogs are good watchdogs.
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Lhasa Apso dogs are average watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Wire Fox Terrier or Border Terrier or Lhasa Apso? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Wire Fox Terrier dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Border Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Lhasa Apso dogs are average defenders.
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Wire Fox Terrier vs Border Terrier vs Lhasa Apso Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Wire Fox Terrier or Border Terrier or Lhasa Apso? Wire Fox Terrier vs Border Terrier vs Lhasa Apso behavior/temperament comparison:
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Quick
Bold
Fearless
Keen
Alert
Intelligent
Affectionate
Obedient
Outright
Tempered
Fearless
Playful
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Obedient
Devoted
Lively
Steady
Spirited
Assertive
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
Wire Fox Terrier dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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Border Terrier dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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Sensitive: Lhasa Apso 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: Wire Fox Terrier vs Border Terrier vs Lhasa Apso?
High: Wire Fox Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Border Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Lhasa Apso dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Wire Fox Terrier vs Border Terrier vs Lhasa Apso social needs comparison:
Wire Fox Terrier dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Border Terrier dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Lhasa Apso dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Wire Fox Terrier dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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The wanderlust potential of the Border Terrier is strong enough to escape from home.
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Lhasa Apso dogs tend to escape less than other breeds.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Wire Fox Terrier dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Border Terrier dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Lhasa Apso dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Wire Fox Terrier vs Border Terrier vs Lhasa Apso Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Wire Fox Terrier vs Border Terrier vs Lhasa Apso playfulness comparison:
The Wire Fox Terrier is a highly playful breed.
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Average: Border Terriers, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Average: Lhasa Apsos, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Wire Fox Terrier vs Border Terrier vs Lhasa Apso?
A lot: Wire Fox Terrier is a particularly loud breed.
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Average to High: The Border Terrier is a vocal breed.
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A lot: Lhasa Apso is a particularly loud breed.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Wire Fox Terrier or Border Terrier or Lhasa Apso?
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 Wire Fox Terrier indoors.
Very house-friendly dog the Border Terrier breed.
Very house-friendly dog the Lhasa Apso breed.

Wire Fox Terrier vs Border Terrier vs Lhasa Apso Adaptability and Independence Comparison

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

Wire Fox Terrier vs Border Terrier vs Lhasa Apso Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Wire Fox Terrier or Border Terrier or Lhasa Apso?

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Wire Fox Terrier bite force: Weak.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Border Terrier bite force: Weak.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

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

Low 🔽

The Wire Fox Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Border Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Lhasa Apso has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Wire Fox Terrier vs Border Terrier vs Lhasa Apso mouthiness comparison:
Wire Fox Terrier dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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Border Terrier dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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Lhasa Apso dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Wire Fox Terrier vs Border Terrier vs Lhasa Apso Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Wire Fox Terrier vs Border Terrier vs Lhasa Apso health comparison. Which is the healthier: Wire Fox Terrier vs Border Terrier vs Lhasa Apso?
The Wire Fox Terrier is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The Border Terrier is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Lhasa Apsos tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Wire Fox Terrier vs Border Terrier vs Lhasa Apso? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Wire Fox Terrier vs Border Terrier vs Lhasa Apso health problems comparison:
Legg-perthes Disease
Eye Problems
Epilepsy
Deafness
Arthritis
Heart Murmurs
Hip Dysplasia
Patellar Luxation
Hypothyroidism
Cryptorchidism
Seizures
Malocclusions
Pulmonic Stenosis
Patellar Luxation
Allergies
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Sebaceous Adenitis
Cherry Eye
Familial Inherited Renal Dysplasia
Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Average
The Wire Fox Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Average
The Border Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Frequent
The Lhasa Apso should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Life Expectancy
Wire Fox Terrier vs Border Terrier vs Lhasa Apso lifespan comparison. How long do Wire Fox Terrier, Border Terrier and Lhasa Apso breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Wire Fox Terrier: 13 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Border Terrier: 13 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Lhasa Apso: 13 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Wire Fox Terrier vs Border Terrier vs Lhasa Apso?
Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Border 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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Wire Fox Terrier vs Border Terrier vs Lhasa Apso Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Wire Fox Terrier vs Border Terrier vs Lhasa Apso Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Wire Fox Terrier or Border Terrier or Lhasa Apso?
1 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 1/4 to 1 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Wire Fox Terrier vs Border Terrier vs Lhasa Apso weight gain potential comparison:
Low to Average: The Wire Fox Terrier has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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High: The Border Terrier breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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Average: The Lhasa Apso has an average risk for obesity.
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Wire Fox Terrier vs Border Terrier vs Lhasa Apso Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Wire Fox Terrier vs Border Terrier vs Lhasa Apso coat comparison:
Wiry Rough Dense
Colors
What are the original Wire Fox Terrier, Border Terrier and Lhasa Apso color?
White
White & Black
White & Tan
White & Black & Tan
White & Tan & Black
Tan
Red
Blue
Grizzle
Wheaten
Black
Red
White
Brown
Yellow
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Wire Fox Terrier or Border Terrier or Lhasa Apso? Wire Fox Terrier vs Border Terrier vs Lhasa Apso grooming comparison:
Average: The Wire Fox Terrier requires average grooming effort.
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Average: The Border Terrier requires average grooming effort.
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Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Wire Fox Terrier or Border Terrier or Lhasa Apso? Wire Fox Terrier or Border Terrier or {name3 shedding:
Wire Fox Terrier dogs shed none to minimal.
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Border Terrier dogs shed none to minimal.
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Lhasa Apso dogs shed above average.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Wire Fox Terrier or Border Terrier or Lhasa Apso?
8-12 weeks
Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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Hypoallergenic
Wire Fox Terrier vs Border Terrier vs Lhasa Apso 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, Wire Fox Terrier vs Border Terrier vs Lhasa Apso?

Medium

The Wire Fox Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Border Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Lhasa Apso has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?
The Wire Fox Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Border Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Lhasa Apso is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Wire Fox Terrier vs Border Terrier vs Lhasa Apso Good With Comparison

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

Wire Fox Terrier vs Border Terrier vs Lhasa Apso 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: Wire Fox Terrier or Border Terrier or Lhasa Apso? 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: Wire Fox Terrier vs Border Terrier vs Lhasa Apso?

Not really

Wire Fox Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

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

Lhasa Apso 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.

Wire Fox Terrier vs Border Terrier vs Lhasa Apso 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 Wire Fox Terrier and Border Terrier and Lhasa Apso have?
4-6 puppies 2-8 puppies 4-6 puppies

Wire Fox Terrier vs Border Terrier vs Lhasa Apso Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Terrier breed. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1935 as a Non-Sporting breed.
FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI?
Not recognized by FCI. Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Large and medium sized Terriers section. Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Tibetan breeds 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
Border Terrier Club Of America, Inc.
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
Canadian Canine Registry

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