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Flat-Coated Retriever vs Doberman Pinscher vs Dalmatian Comparison - Dog breed selector: Flatte or Doberman or Carriage Dog? Find the right dog for you

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Name Flat-Coated Retriever Doberman Pinscher Dalmatian
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Flatte
Flattie
Flatcoat
Doberman
Dobermann
Dobynm
Dobie
Carriage Dog
Dally
Firehouse Dog
Plum Pudding Dog
Spotted Coach Dog
Dal
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Flat-Coated Retriever vs Doberman Pinscher vs Dalmatian breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Flat-Coated Retriever vs Doberman Pinscher vs Dalmatian Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Flat-Coated Retriever or Doberman Pinscher or Dalmatian? Which is the smallest dog, Flat-Coated Retriever or Doberman Pinscher or Dalmatian?
Large Medium Large
Weight
Which is heavier, Flat-Coated Retriever or Doberman Pinscher or Doberman Pinscher? Flat-Coated Retriever vs Doberman Pinscher vs Dalmatian weight comparison:
60-70 pounds (27-32 kg) Male: 88-99 pounds (40-45 kg), Female: 71-77 pounds (32-35 kg) about 55 pounds (25 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
65 pounds (29.5 kg) Male: 93.5 pounds (42.5 kg), Female: 74 pounds (33.5 kg) about 55 pounds (25 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Flat-Coated Retriever or Doberman Pinscher or Dalmatian? Flat-Coated Retriever vs Doberman Pinscher vs Dalmatian height comparison:
22-23 inches (56-58 cm) Male: 26-28 inches (66-71cm), Female: 24-26 inches (61-66 cm) Male: 22 - 24 inches (50 – 60 cm), Female: 20 - 22 inches (50 - 55 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 23 inches (58,5 cm), Female: 22 inches (56 cm) Male: 27 inches (68.5 cm), Female: 25 inches (63.5 cm) Male: 22 - 24 inches (50 – 60 cm), Female: 20 - 22 inches (50 - 55 cm)

Flat-Coated Retriever vs Doberman Pinscher vs Dalmatian Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Flat-Coated Retriever or Doberman Pinscher or Dalmatian? Which is more expensive?
$1000-$1200 $800-$1000 $500-$600
Availability
Which is easier to get, Flat-Coated Retriever or Doberman Pinscher or Dalmatian?
Very frequent: The Flat-Coated Retriever is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Doberman Pinscher is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Dalmatian is quite easy to get.

Flat-Coated Retriever vs Doberman Pinscher vs Dalmatian Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Flat-Coated Retriever vs Doberman Pinscher vs Dalmatian intelligence:
Very smart: Flat-Coated Retriever is an excellent dog breed.
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Outstanding: Doberman Pinscher is one of the brightest dog breeds.
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Smart: The Dalmatian dogs have great intelligence.
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Trainability
Flat-Coated Retriever vs Doberman Pinscher vs Dalmatian trainability comparison.
Flat-Coated Retriever dogs are easy to train.
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Doberman Pinscher dogs are quite easy to train.
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Dalmatian dogs are quite easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Flat-Coated Retriever or Doberman Pinscher or Dalmatian?
Flat-Coated Retriever dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Doberman Pinscher dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Dalmatian dogs are average watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Flat-Coated Retriever or Doberman Pinscher or Dalmatian? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Flat-Coated Retriever dogs are average defenders.
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Doberman Pinscher dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Dalmatian dogs are average defenders.
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Flat-Coated Retriever vs Doberman Pinscher vs Dalmatian Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Flat-Coated Retriever or Doberman Pinscher or Dalmatian? Flat-Coated Retriever vs Doberman Pinscher vs Dalmatian behavior/temperament comparison:
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Outgoing
Devoted
Optimistic
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Obedient
Loyal
Fearless
Active
Playful
Energetic
Sensitive
Intelligent
Friendly
Outgoing
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
Sensitive: Flat-Coated Retriever dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Sensitive: Doberman Pinscher dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Flat-Coated Retriever vs Doberman Pinscher vs Dalmatian?
High: Flat-Coated Retriever dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Doberman Pinscher dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Dalmatian dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Flat-Coated Retriever vs Doberman Pinscher vs Dalmatian social needs comparison:
Flat-Coated Retriever dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Doberman Pinscher dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Dalmatian dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
The wanderlust potential of the Flat-Coated Retriever is strong enough to escape from home.
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Doberman Pinscher dogs tend to escape less than other breeds.
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The wanderlust potential of the Dalmatian is strong enough to escape from home.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Flat-Coated Retriever 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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Their prey drive is low.
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Dalmatian dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals.
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Flat-Coated Retriever vs Doberman Pinscher vs Dalmatian Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Flat-Coated Retriever vs Doberman Pinscher vs Dalmatian playfulness comparison:
The Flat-Coated Retriever is a highly playful breed.
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Average: Doberman Pinschers, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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The Dalmatian is a highly playful breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Flat-Coated Retriever vs Doberman Pinscher vs Dalmatian?
Average: The Flat-Coated Retriever barks occasionally.
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Low to Average: The Doberman Pinscher rarely barks.
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Average: The Dalmatian barks occasionally.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Flat-Coated Retriever or Doberman Pinscher or Dalmatian?
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Flat-Coated Retriever breed.
Very house-friendly dog the Doberman Pinscher breed.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Dalmatian breed.

Flat-Coated Retriever vs Doberman Pinscher vs Dalmatian Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
Flat-Coated Retriever dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Doberman Pinscher dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Dalmatian dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Flat-Coated Retriever or Doberman Pinscher or Dalmatian?
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.
Dalmatian dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Flat-Coated Retriever vs Doberman Pinscher vs Dalmatian Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Flat-Coated Retriever or Doberman Pinscher or Dalmatian?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Flat-Coated Retriever bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Doberman Pinscher bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

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

Low 🔽

The Flat-Coated Retriever has a low chance of biting somebody.

Moderate

The Doberman Pinscher has an average chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Dalmatian has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Flat-Coated Retriever vs Doberman Pinscher vs Dalmatian mouthiness comparison:
Flat-Coated Retriever dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Doberman Pinscher dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Dalmatian dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Flat-Coated Retriever vs Doberman Pinscher vs Dalmatian Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Flat-Coated Retriever vs Doberman Pinscher vs Dalmatian health comparison. Which is the healthier: Flat-Coated Retriever vs Doberman Pinscher vs Dalmatian?
Very healthy dog breed.
Doberman Pinschers are commonly healthy dogs.
Dalmatians are commonly healthy dogs.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Flat-Coated Retriever vs Doberman Pinscher vs Dalmatian? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Flat-Coated Retriever vs Doberman Pinscher vs Dalmatian health problems comparison:
Cancer Hip Dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Von Willebrand's Disease
Wobbler's Syndrome
Cardiomyopathy
Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Deafness
Skin Allergies
Iris Sphincter Dysplasia
Urolithiasis
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Rare
The Flat-Coated Retriever should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Rare
The Doberman Pinscher should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Rare
The Dalmatian should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Life Expectancy
Flat-Coated Retriever vs Doberman Pinscher vs Dalmatian lifespan comparison. How long do Flat-Coated Retriever, Doberman Pinscher and Dalmatian breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
9-13 years
The average lifespan of Flat-Coated Retriever: 11 years
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Doberman Pinscher: 11 years
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Dalmatian: 13 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Flat-Coated Retriever vs Doberman Pinscher vs Dalmatian?
Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Flat-Coated Retriever can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Prefers warm weather
Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates.
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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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Flat-Coated Retriever vs Doberman Pinscher vs Dalmatian Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Flat-Coated Retriever or Doberman Pinscher or Dalmatian? Flat-Coated Retriever vs Doberman Pinscher vs Dalmatian energy level comparison:
Flat-Coated Retriever dogs are high-energy dogs.
Doberman Pinscher dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Dalmatian dogs are high-energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Flat-Coated Retriever vs Doberman Pinscher vs Dalmatian exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Flat-Coated Retriever or Doberman Pinscher or Dalmatian? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Flat-Coated Retriever dogs need a lot of exercises.
Doberman Pinscher dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Dalmatian dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Flat-Coated Retriever or Doberman Pinscher or Dalmatian?
Flat-Coated Retriever dogs don't need too much sleep.
Doberman Pinscher dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
Dalmatian dogs don't need too much sleep.

Flat-Coated Retriever vs Doberman Pinscher vs Dalmatian Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Flat-Coated Retriever or Doberman Pinscher or Dalmatian?
3-4 cup high-quality commercial dog food (that is formulated for large-breed dogs), divided into two meals. 5 to 6 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. Recommended daily amount: 1.5 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? Flat-Coated Retriever vs Doberman Pinscher vs Dalmatian weight gain potential comparison:
Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Flat-Coated Retriever's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Average: The Doberman Pinscher has an average risk for obesity.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Dalmatian's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Flat-Coated Retriever vs Doberman Pinscher vs Dalmatian Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Flat-Coated Retriever vs Doberman Pinscher vs Dalmatian coat comparison:
Thick
Shiny
Fine Fine
Colors
What are the original Flat-Coated Retriever, Doberman Pinscher and Dalmatian color?
Black
Liver
Black
Tan
Red
Blue
White
Brown
Black
White
Brown
Liver
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Flat-Coated Retriever or Doberman Pinscher or Dalmatian? Flat-Coated Retriever vs Doberman Pinscher vs Dalmatian grooming comparison:
Easy to groom: The Flat-Coated Retriever doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Easy to groom: The Doberman Pinscher doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Effortless: The Dalmatian requires minimal grooming.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Flat-Coated Retriever or Doberman Pinscher or Dalmatian? Flat-Coated Retriever or Doberman Pinscher or {name3 shedding:
Flat-Coated Retriever dogs shed moderately.
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Doberman Pinscher dogs shed moderately.
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Dalmatian dogs are heavy shedders.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Flat-Coated Retriever or Doberman Pinscher or Dalmatian?
6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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Hypoallergenic
Flat-Coated Retriever vs Doberman Pinscher vs Dalmatian 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, Flat-Coated Retriever vs Doberman Pinscher vs Dalmatian?

Medium

The Flat-Coated Retriever has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Doberman Pinscher has an average chance of bad smell.

Low 🔽

The Dalmatian has a low chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?
The Flat-Coated Retriever is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency.
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The Doberman Pinscher drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed.
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The Dalmatian is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Flat-Coated Retriever vs Doberman Pinscher vs Dalmatian Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Flat-Coated Retriever dogs are generally with other pets.
Doberman Pinscher dogs are generally with other pets.
Dalmatian dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Flat-Coated Retriever or Doberman Pinscher or Dalmatian? Which dog is more friendly?
Flat-Coated Retriever dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Doberman Pinscher dogs are not stranger friendly dogs.
Dalmatian dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Flat-Coated Retriever or Doberman Pinscher or Dalmatian?
Flat-Coated Retriever dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Doberman Pinscher dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.
Dalmatian dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Flat-Coated Retriever or Doberman Pinscher or Dalmatian?
Flat-Coated Retriever dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Doberman Pinscher dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dalmatian dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Flat-Coated Retriever or Doberman Pinscher or Dalmatian?
Flat-Coated Retriever dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Doberman Pinscher dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Dalmatian dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Flat-Coated Retriever vs Doberman Pinscher vs Dalmatian?
Yes
Flat-Coated Retriever dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Doberman Pinscher dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Dalmatian dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
Flat-Coated Retriever is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Doberman Pinscher is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Dalmatian is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
Flat-Coated Retrievers are usually recommended for elderly people.
Doberman Pinschers are commonly okay with elderly people.
Dalmatians are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Flat-Coated Retriever vs Doberman Pinscher vs Dalmatian 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: Flat-Coated Retriever or Doberman Pinscher or Dalmatian? 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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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.

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: Flat-Coated Retriever vs Doberman Pinscher vs Dalmatian?

Yes

Flat-Coated Retriever breed usually likes being on a boat.
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Not really

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

Dalmatian 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.

Yes

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

Not really

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

Flat-Coated Retriever vs Doberman Pinscher vs Dalmatian 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 Flat-Coated Retriever and Doberman Pinscher and Dalmatian have?
4-8 puppies 6-10 puppies 6-9 puppies

Flat-Coated Retriever vs Doberman Pinscher vs Dalmatian Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1915 as a Sporting breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1908 as a Working breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1888 as a Non-Sporting breed.
FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI?
Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Retrievers section. Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Pinscher and Schnauzer type section. Recognized by FCI in the Scent hounds and related breeds group, in the Related 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
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
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

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