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Name	Kooikerhondje	Mudi	German Pinscher
Origins	Netherlands	Hungary	Germany
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Nederlandse Kooikerhondje Small Dutch Waterfowl Dog Kooiker Dog	Canis Ovilis Fenyesi Hungarian Mudi	Glatthaariger Pinscher Standard Pinscher
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Kooikerhondje vs Mudi vs German Pinscher breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Kooikerhondje vs Mudi vs German Pinscher Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Kooikerhondje or Mudi or German Pinscher? Which is the smallest dog, Kooikerhondje or Mudi or German Pinscher?	Medium	Medium	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Kooikerhondje or Mudi or Mudi? Kooikerhondje vs Mudi vs German Pinscher weight comparison:	20-40 pounds (9-18 kg)	18-29 pounds (8-13 kg)	25-35 pounds (11-16 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	30 pounds (13.5 kg)	23.5 pounds (10.5 kg)	30 pounds (13.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Kooikerhondje or Mudi or German Pinscher? Kooikerhondje vs Mudi vs German Pinscher height comparison:	14-16 inches (36-41 cm)	15-19 inches (38-48 cm)	16-19 inches (41-48 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	15 inches (38.5 cm)	17 inches (43 cm)	17.5 inches (44.5 cm)

Kooikerhondje vs Mudi vs German Pinscher Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Kooikerhondje or Mudi or German Pinscher? Which is more expensive?	$600-$800	$800-$1000	$1400-$1600
Availability Which is easier to get, Kooikerhondje or Mudi or German Pinscher?	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.	Frequent: The German Pinscher is easier than average to get.

Kooikerhondje vs Mudi vs German Pinscher Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Kooikerhondje vs Mudi vs German Pinscher intelligence:	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Smart: The Mudi dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.
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Trainability Kooikerhondje vs Mudi vs German Pinscher trainability comparison.	Kooikerhondje dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Mudi dogs are easy to train. See more.	German Pinscher dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Kooikerhondje or Mudi or German Pinscher?	Kooikerhondje dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Mudi dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	German Pinscher dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Kooikerhondje or Mudi or German Pinscher? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Kooikerhondje dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Mudi dogs are average defenders. See more.	German Pinscher dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Kooikerhondje vs Mudi vs German Pinscher Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Kooikerhondje or Mudi or German Pinscher? Kooikerhondje vs Mudi vs German Pinscher behavior/temperament comparison:	Loving Alert Intelligent Territorial Lively Going Cheerful	Loving Energetic Alert Courageous Intelligent Lively Gentle Watchful Companionable Adaptable Guarding Keen to Work	Loving Courageous Lively Outright Tempered Spirited Familiar
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Mudi dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Kooikerhondje vs Mudi vs German Pinscher?	High: Kooikerhondje dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Mudi dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: German Pinscher dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
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Social Needs Kooikerhondje vs Mudi vs German Pinscher social needs comparison:	Kooikerhondje dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Mudi dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	German Pinscher dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Kooikerhondje dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Mudi dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the German Pinscher is strong enough to escape from home. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Kooikerhondje 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. See more.	Their prey drive is low. See more.	German Pinscher dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Kooikerhondje vs Mudi vs German Pinscher Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Kooikerhondje vs Mudi vs German Pinscher playfulness comparison:	The Kooikerhondje is a highly playful breed. See more.	Average: Mudis, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The German Pinscher is a playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Kooikerhondje vs Mudi vs German Pinscher?	Average: The Kooikerhondje barks occasionally. See more.	Average: The Mudi barks occasionally. See more.	Average: The German Pinscher barks occasionally. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Kooikerhondje or Mudi or German Pinscher?	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 Kooikerhondje 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 Mudi 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 German Pinscher indoors.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Kooikerhondje vs Mudi vs German Pinscher Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Kooikerhondje dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Mudi dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Average: German Pinscher dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Kooikerhondje or Mudi or German Pinscher?	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.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Kooikerhondje vs Mudi vs German Pinscher Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Kooikerhondje or Mudi or German Pinscher?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Kooikerhondje bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Mudi bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ German Pinscher bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	Low 🔽 The Kooikerhondje has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Mudi has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The German Pinscher has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Kooikerhondje vs Mudi vs German Pinscher mouthiness comparison:	Kooikerhondje dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Mudi dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	German Pinscher dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Kooikerhondje vs Mudi vs German Pinscher Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Kooikerhondje vs Mudi vs German Pinscher health comparison. Which is the healthier: Kooikerhondje vs Mudi vs German Pinscher?	The Kooikerhondje is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Mudis are commonly healthy dogs.	German Pinschers are commonly healthy dogs.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Kooikerhondje vs Mudi vs German Pinscher? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Kooikerhondje vs Mudi vs German Pinscher health problems comparison:	Cataracts Luxating Patella Von Willebrand's Disease Epilepsy Kidney Issues Hereditary Necrotising Myelopathy Myositis	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Epilepsy Elbow Dysplasia	No data available
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Kooikerhondje should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Rare The Mudi should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Rare The German Pinscher should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Kooikerhondje vs Mudi vs German Pinscher lifespan comparison. How long do Kooikerhondje, Mudi and German Pinscher breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	12-14 years The average lifespan of Kooikerhondje: 13 years	13-15 years The average lifespan of Mudi: 14 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of German Pinscher: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Kooikerhondje vs Mudi vs German Pinscher?	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Kooikerhondje can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.

Kooikerhondje vs Mudi vs German Pinscher Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Kooikerhondje or Mudi or German Pinscher? Kooikerhondje vs Mudi vs German Pinscher energy level comparison:	Kooikerhondje dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Mudi dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.	German Pinscher dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Kooikerhondje vs Mudi vs German Pinscher exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Kooikerhondje or Mudi or German Pinscher? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Kooikerhondje dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Mudi dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	German Pinscher dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Kooikerhondje or Mudi or German Pinscher?	Kooikerhondje dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Mudi dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	German Pinscher dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Kooikerhondje vs Mudi vs German Pinscher Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Kooikerhondje or Mudi or German Pinscher?	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.	2 to 2.5 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Kooikerhondje vs Mudi vs German Pinscher weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Kooikerhondje has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Mudi has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The German Pinscher has an average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Kooikerhondje vs Mudi vs German Pinscher Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Kooikerhondje vs Mudi vs German Pinscher coat comparison:	Waterproof Wavy Thick Straight	Dense Curly Wavy Shiny Short	Dense Shiny Smooth
Colors What are the original Kooikerhondje, Mudi and German Pinscher color?	Red White Orange	Black Gray White Brown Fawn Blue-Grey Black Merle Ash coloured (blue grey)	Black Tan Red Blue Brown
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Kooikerhondje or Mudi or German Pinscher? Kooikerhondje vs Mudi vs German Pinscher grooming comparison:	Easy to groom: The Kooikerhondje doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Average: The Mudi requires average grooming effort. See more.	Effortless: The German Pinscher requires minimal grooming. See more.
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Shedding Level Who sheds more Kooikerhondje or Mudi or German Pinscher? Kooikerhondje or Mudi or {name3 shedding:	Kooikerhondje dogs shed moderately. See more.	Mudi dogs shed moderately. See more.	German Pinscher dogs shed none to minimal. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Kooikerhondje or Mudi or German Pinscher?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.
Hypoallergenic Kooikerhondje vs Mudi vs German Pinscher hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Kooikerhondje vs Mudi vs German Pinscher?	Medium ⏺ The Kooikerhondje has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Mudi has a low chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The German Pinscher has a low chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Kooikerhondje is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Mudi is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The German Pinscher is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Kooikerhondje vs Mudi vs German Pinscher Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Kooikerhondje dogs are generally with other pets.	Mudi dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	German Pinscher dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Kooikerhondje or Mudi or German Pinscher? Which dog is more friendly?	Kooikerhondje dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Mudi dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	German Pinscher dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Kooikerhondje or Mudi or German Pinscher?	Kooikerhondje dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Mudi dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	German Pinscher dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Kooikerhondje or Mudi or German Pinscher?	Kooikerhondje dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Mudi dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	German Pinscher dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Kooikerhondje or Mudi or German Pinscher?	Kooikerhondje dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Mudi dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	German Pinscher dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Kooikerhondje vs Mudi vs German Pinscher?	Yes Kooikerhondje dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Mudi dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes German Pinscher dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Kooikerhondje is not the best dog breed for office environment.	Yes Mudi is one of the best dog breeds for office environment	No German Pinscher is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Kooikerhondjes are usually recommended for elderly people.	Mudis are usually recommended for elderly people.	German Pinschers are usually recommended for elderly people.

Kooikerhondje vs Mudi vs German Pinscher 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. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Kooikerhondje or Mudi or German Pinscher? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
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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.	Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.	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.	Yes This breed would make an excellent 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: Kooikerhondje vs Mudi vs German Pinscher?	Not really Kooikerhondje breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Mudi breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really German Pinscher breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
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. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
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.

Kooikerhondje vs Mudi vs German Pinscher 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. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.
Litter Size How many puppies can Kooikerhondje and Mudi and German Pinscher have?	5-7 puppies	5-8 puppies	6-8 puppies
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Kooikerhondje vs Mudi vs German Pinscher Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2018 as a Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club as a Miscellaneous breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2003 as a Working breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section.	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Pinscher and Schnauzer type section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	American Canine Registry America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. United Kennel Club American Rare Breed Association Foundation Stock Service	No data available	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry 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

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