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Croatian Sheepdog vs Cão da Serra de Aires vs Cursinu Comparison - Dog breed selector: Kroatischer Schäferhund or Portuguese Shepherd Dog or Corsican Dog? Find the right dog for you

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Name Croatian Sheepdog Cão da Serra de Aires Cursinu
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Group Working Dogs Working Dogs Working Dogs
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Other Names
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Kroatischer Schäferhund
Hrvatski ovcar
Portuguese Shepherd Dog
Portuguese Sheepdog
Corsican Dog
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Croatian Sheepdog vs Cão da Serra de Aires vs Cursinu breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Croatian Sheepdog vs Cão da Serra de Aires vs Cursinu Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Croatian Sheepdog or Cão da Serra de Aires or Cursinu? Which is the smallest dog, Croatian Sheepdog or Cão da Serra de Aires or Cursinu?
Medium Medium Medium
Weight
Which is heavier, Croatian Sheepdog or Cão da Serra de Aires or Cão da Serra de Aires? Croatian Sheepdog vs Cão da Serra de Aires vs Cursinu weight comparison:
29-43 pounds (13-20 kg) 26-40 pounds (12-18 kg) Male: 33-44 pounds (15-20 kg), Female: 33-44 pounds (15-20 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
36 pounds (16.5 kg) 33 pounds (15 kg) Male: 38.5 pounds (17.5 kg), Female: 38.5 pounds (17.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Croatian Sheepdog or Cão da Serra de Aires or Cursinu? Croatian Sheepdog vs Cão da Serra de Aires vs Cursinu height comparison:
16-21 inches (40-53 cm) 16-22 inches (41-56 cm) Male: 18–23 inch (46–58 cm), Female: 18–23 inch (46–58 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
18.5 inches (46.5 cm) 19 inches (48.5 cm) Male: 20.5 inch (52 cm), Female: 20.5 inch (52 cm)

Croatian Sheepdog vs Cão da Serra de Aires vs Cursinu Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Croatian Sheepdog or Cão da Serra de Aires or Cursinu? Which is more expensive?
$1000-$1200 $800-$1000 Unknown
Availability
Which is easier to get, Croatian Sheepdog or Cão da Serra de Aires or Cursinu?
Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.
Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.
Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.

Croatian Sheepdog vs Cão da Serra de Aires vs Cursinu Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Croatian Sheepdog vs Cão da Serra de Aires vs Cursinu intelligence:
Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Smart: The Cursinu dogs have great intelligence.
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Trainability
Croatian Sheepdog vs Cão da Serra de Aires vs Cursinu trainability comparison.
Croatian Sheepdog dogs are easy to train.
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Cão da Serra de Aires dogs are quite easy to train.
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Cursinu dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Croatian Sheepdog or Cão da Serra de Aires or Cursinu?
Croatian Sheepdog dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Cão da Serra de Aires dogs are average watchdogs.
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Cursinu dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Croatian Sheepdog or Cão da Serra de Aires or Cursinu? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Croatian Sheepdog dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Cão da Serra de Aires dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Cursinu dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Croatian Sheepdog vs Cão da Serra de Aires vs Cursinu Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Croatian Sheepdog or Cão da Serra de Aires or Cursinu? Croatian Sheepdog vs Cão da Serra de Aires vs Cursinu behavior/temperament comparison:
Agile
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Companionable
Keen
Intelligent
Lively
Active
Intelligent
Loyal
Hunting
Calm
Versatile
Herding
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
Sensitive: Croatian Sheepdog dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Cão da Serra de Aires dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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Cursinu dogs are less sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Croatian Sheepdog vs Cão da Serra de Aires vs Cursinu?
High: Croatian Sheepdog dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Cão da Serra de Aires dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Average: Cursinu dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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Social Needs
Croatian Sheepdog vs Cão da Serra de Aires vs Cursinu social needs comparison:
Croatian Sheepdog dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Cão da Serra de Aires dogs are a social breed.
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Cursinu dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Croatian Sheepdog dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Cão da Serra de Aires dogs tend to escape less than other breeds.
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Cursinu dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Croatian Sheepdog 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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Cão da Serra de Aires dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Cursinu dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals.
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Croatian Sheepdog vs Cão da Serra de Aires vs Cursinu Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Croatian Sheepdog vs Cão da Serra de Aires vs Cursinu playfulness comparison:
Average: Croatian Sheepdogs, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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The Cão da Serra de Aires is a highly playful breed.
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Average: Cursinus, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Croatian Sheepdog vs Cão da Serra de Aires vs Cursinu?
Low to Average: The Croatian Sheepdog rarely barks.
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Low to Average: The Cão da Serra de Aires rarely barks.
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A lot: Cursinu is a particularly loud breed.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Croatian Sheepdog or Cão da Serra de Aires or Cursinu?
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 Croatian Sheepdog indoors.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Cão da Serra de Aires breed.
It is not recommended to keep the Cursinu breed in the home.

Croatian Sheepdog vs Cão da Serra de Aires vs Cursinu Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
Croatian Sheepdog dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Cão da Serra de Aires dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Cursinu dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Croatian Sheepdog or Cão da Serra de Aires or Cursinu?
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.
Cão da Serra de Aires 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.
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Croatian Sheepdog vs Cão da Serra de Aires vs Cursinu Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Croatian Sheepdog or Cão da Serra de Aires or Cursinu?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Croatian Sheepdog bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Cão da Serra de Aires bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

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

Low 🔽

The Croatian Sheepdog has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Cão da Serra de Aires has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Cursinu has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Croatian Sheepdog vs Cão da Serra de Aires vs Cursinu mouthiness comparison:
Croatian Sheepdog dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Cão da Serra de Aires dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Cursinu dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Croatian Sheepdog vs Cão da Serra de Aires vs Cursinu Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Croatian Sheepdog vs Cão da Serra de Aires vs Cursinu health comparison. Which is the healthier: Croatian Sheepdog vs Cão da Serra de Aires vs Cursinu?
Croatian Sheepdogs tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
The Cão da Serra de Aires is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Very healthy dog breed.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Croatian Sheepdog vs Cão da Serra de Aires vs Cursinu? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Croatian Sheepdog vs Cão da Serra de Aires vs Cursinu health problems comparison:
No data available Hip Dysplasia
Luxating Patella
Eye Problems
No data available
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Frequent
The Croatian Sheepdog should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Average
The Cão da Serra de Aires should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Rare
The Cursinu should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Life Expectancy
Croatian Sheepdog vs Cão da Serra de Aires vs Cursinu lifespan comparison. How long do Croatian Sheepdog, Cão da Serra de Aires and Cursinu breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Croatian Sheepdog: 13 years
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Cão da Serra de Aires: 13 years
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Cursinu: 13 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Croatian Sheepdog vs Cão da Serra de Aires vs Cursinu?
Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Croatian Sheepdog 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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Croatian Sheepdog vs Cão da Serra de Aires vs Cursinu Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Croatian Sheepdog vs Cão da Serra de Aires vs Cursinu Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Croatian Sheepdog or Cão da Serra de Aires or Cursinu?
2.5 to 4 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 2 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals 2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Croatian Sheepdog vs Cão da Serra de Aires vs Cursinu weight gain potential comparison:
Low to Average: The Croatian Sheepdog has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Cão da Serra de Aires has an average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Cursinu has an average risk for obesity.
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Croatian Sheepdog vs Cão da Serra de Aires vs Cursinu Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Croatian Sheepdog vs Cão da Serra de Aires vs Cursinu coat comparison:
Dense Shaggy Smooth
Colors
What are the original Croatian Sheepdog, Cão da Serra de Aires and Cursinu color?
Black
White
Black
Fawn
Grey
Wolf grey
Brindle
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Croatian Sheepdog or Cão da Serra de Aires or Cursinu? Croatian Sheepdog vs Cão da Serra de Aires vs Cursinu grooming comparison:
Easy to groom: The Croatian Sheepdog doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Easy to groom: The Cão da Serra de Aires doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Effortless: The Cursinu requires minimal grooming.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Croatian Sheepdog or Cão da Serra de Aires or Cursinu? Croatian Sheepdog or Cão da Serra de Aires or {name3 shedding:
Croatian Sheepdog dogs shed moderately.
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Cão da Serra de Aires dogs shed moderately.
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Cursinu dogs shed moderately.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Croatian Sheepdog or Cão da Serra de Aires or Cursinu?
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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4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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Hypoallergenic
Croatian Sheepdog vs Cão da Serra de Aires vs Cursinu 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, Croatian Sheepdog vs Cão da Serra de Aires vs Cursinu?

Medium

The Croatian Sheepdog has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Cão da Serra de Aires has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Cursinu has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?
The Croatian Sheepdog is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Cão da Serra de Aires is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Cursinu is an average drooler.
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Croatian Sheepdog vs Cão da Serra de Aires vs Cursinu Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Croatian Sheepdog dogs are generally with other pets.
Cão da Serra de Aires dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Cursinu dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Croatian Sheepdog or Cão da Serra de Aires or Cursinu? Which dog is more friendly?
Croatian Sheepdog dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Cão da Serra de Aires dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Cursinu dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Croatian Sheepdog or Cão da Serra de Aires or Cursinu?
Croatian Sheepdog dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Cão da Serra de Aires dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Cursinu dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Croatian Sheepdog or Cão da Serra de Aires or Cursinu?
Croatian Sheepdog dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Cão da Serra de Aires dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Cursinu dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Croatian Sheepdog or Cão da Serra de Aires or Cursinu?
Croatian Sheepdog dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Cão da Serra de Aires dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Cursinu dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Croatian Sheepdog vs Cão da Serra de Aires vs Cursinu?
Yes
Croatian Sheepdog dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Cão da Serra de Aires dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Cursinu dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
Croatian Sheepdog is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Cão da Serra de Aires is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Cursinu is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
Croatian Sheepdogs are usually recommended for elderly people.
Cão da Serra de Airess are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Cursinus are not the best breed for elderly people.

Croatian Sheepdog vs Cão da Serra de Aires vs Cursinu 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: Croatian Sheepdog or Cão da Serra de Aires or Cursinu? 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: Croatian Sheepdog vs Cão da Serra de Aires vs Cursinu?

Not really

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

Cão da Serra de Aires breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Cursinu 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.

Croatian Sheepdog vs Cão da Serra de Aires vs Cursinu 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 Croatian Sheepdog and Cão da Serra de Aires and Cursinu have?
4-6 puppies 3-6 puppies 5-10 puppies

Croatian Sheepdog vs Cão da Serra de Aires vs Cursinu Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI?
Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section. No data available Not recognized by FCI.
Breed Recognition
What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?
No data available American Canine Registry
America's Pet Registry
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
American Canine Association, Inc.
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
Foundation Stock Service
No data available

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