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Serbian Hound vs Serbian Tricolour Hound vs Shikoku dog Comparison - Dog breed selector: Balkanski Gonic or Yugoslavian Tricolour Hound or Japanese Wolfdog? Find the right dog for you

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Name Serbian Hound Serbian Tricolour Hound Shikoku dog
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Balkanski Gonic
Balkan Hound
Yugoslavian Tricolour Hound
Srpski Trobojni Gonic
Japanese Wolfdog
Kochi-ken
Mikawa Inu
Shikoku dog
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Serbian Hound vs Serbian Tricolour Hound vs Shikoku dog breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Serbian Hound vs Serbian Tricolour Hound vs Shikoku dog Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Serbian Hound or Serbian Tricolour Hound or Shikoku dog? Which is the smallest dog, Serbian Hound or Serbian Tricolour Hound or Shikoku dog?
Large Large Large
Medium
Weight
Which is heavier, Serbian Hound or Serbian Tricolour Hound or Serbian Tricolour Hound? Serbian Hound vs Serbian Tricolour Hound vs Shikoku dog weight comparison:
44 pounds (20 kg) Male: 44-55 pounds (20-25 kg), Female: 37-46 pounds (17-21 kg) Male: 35-50 pounds (16-23 kg), Female: 30-45 pounds (14-20 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
44 pounds (20 kg) Male: 49.5 pounds (22.5 kg), Female: 41.5 pounds (19 kg) Male: 42.5 pounds (19.5 kg), Female: 37.5 pounds (17 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Serbian Hound or Serbian Tricolour Hound or Shikoku dog? Serbian Hound vs Serbian Tricolour Hound vs Shikoku dog height comparison:
Male: 18–22 inches (46–56 cm), Female: 17.5–21.5 inches (44–54 cm) Male: 18-22 inches (45-56 cm), Female: 17-21 inches (44-54 cm) Male: 18-20 inches (46-51 cm), Female: 17-19 inches (43-48 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 18–22 inches (46–56 cm), Female: 17.5–21.5 inches (44–54 cm) Male: 20 inches (50.5 cm), Female: 19 inches (49 cm) Male: 19 inches (48.5 cm), Female: 18 inches (45.5 cm)

Serbian Hound vs Serbian Tricolour Hound vs Shikoku dog Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Serbian Hound or Serbian Tricolour Hound or Shikoku dog? Which is more expensive?
$500-$700 Unknown $500-$800
Availability
Which is easier to get, Serbian Hound or Serbian Tricolour Hound or Shikoku dog?
Average: The Serbian Hound is a commonly available dog breed.
Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.
Average: The Shikoku dog is a commonly available dog breed.

Serbian Hound vs Serbian Tricolour Hound vs Shikoku dog Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Serbian Hound vs Serbian Tricolour Hound vs Shikoku dog intelligence:
Smart: The Serbian Hound dogs have great intelligence.
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Smart: The Serbian Tricolour Hound dogs have great intelligence.
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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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Trainability
Serbian Hound vs Serbian Tricolour Hound vs Shikoku dog trainability comparison.
Serbian Hound dogs are easy to train.
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Serbian Tricolour Hound dogs are easy to train.
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Shikoku dog dogs are quite easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Serbian Hound or Serbian Tricolour Hound or Shikoku dog?
Serbian Hound dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Serbian Tricolour Hound dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Shikoku dog dogs are average watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Serbian Hound or Serbian Tricolour Hound or Shikoku dog? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Serbian Hound dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Serbian Tricolour Hound dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Shikoku dog dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Serbian Hound vs Serbian Tricolour Hound vs Shikoku dog Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Serbian Hound or Serbian Tricolour Hound or Shikoku dog? Serbian Hound vs Serbian Tricolour Hound vs Shikoku dog behavior/temperament comparison:
Obedient
Lively
Kind
Tenacious
Good-natured
Dependable
Obedient
Lively
Kind
Tenacious
Dependable
Agile
Energetic
Intelligent
Loyal
Brave
Cautious
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
Serbian Hound dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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Serbian Tricolour Hound dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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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: Serbian Hound vs Serbian Tricolour Hound vs Shikoku dog?
Average to High: Serbian Hound dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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Average to High: Serbian Tricolour Hound dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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High: Shikoku dog dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Serbian Hound vs Serbian Tricolour Hound vs Shikoku dog social needs comparison:
Serbian Hound dogs are a social breed.
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Serbian Tricolour Hound dogs are a social breed.
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Shikoku dog dogs are a social breed.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
The wanderlust potential of the Serbian Hound is strong enough to escape from home.
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The wanderlust potential of the Serbian Tricolour Hound is strong enough to escape from home.
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Shikoku dog dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Serbian Hound dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Serbian Tricolour Hound dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Shikoku dog 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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Serbian Hound vs Serbian Tricolour Hound vs Shikoku dog Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Serbian Hound vs Serbian Tricolour Hound vs Shikoku dog playfulness comparison:
The Serbian Hound is a highly playful breed.
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The Serbian Tricolour Hound is a highly playful breed.
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Average: Shikoku dogs, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Serbian Hound vs Serbian Tricolour Hound vs Shikoku dog?
A lot: Serbian Hound is a particularly loud breed.
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A lot: Serbian Tricolour Hound is a particularly loud breed.
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Low to Average: The Shikoku dog rarely barks.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Serbian Hound or Serbian Tricolour Hound or Shikoku dog?
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 Serbian Hound 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 Serbian Tricolour Hound 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 Shikoku dog indoors.

Serbian Hound vs Serbian Tricolour Hound vs Shikoku dog Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
Serbian Hound dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Serbian Tricolour Hound dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Average: Shikoku dog dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Serbian Hound or Serbian Tricolour Hound or Shikoku dog?
Serbian Hound 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.
Serbian Tricolour Hound 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.
Shikoku dog 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.

Serbian Hound vs Serbian Tricolour Hound vs Shikoku dog Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Serbian Hound or Serbian Tricolour Hound or Shikoku dog?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Serbian Hound bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Serbian Tricolour Hound bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

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

Low 🔽

The Serbian Hound has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Serbian Tricolour Hound has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

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

Health Issues
Serbian Hound vs Serbian Tricolour Hound vs Shikoku dog health comparison. Which is the healthier: Serbian Hound vs Serbian Tricolour Hound vs Shikoku dog?
Serbian Hounds are commonly healthy dogs.
Serbian Tricolour Hounds are commonly healthy dogs.
Shikoku dogs tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Serbian Hound vs Serbian Tricolour Hound vs Shikoku dog? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Serbian Hound vs Serbian Tricolour Hound vs Shikoku dog health problems comparison:
Bloat
Joint Dysplasia
Obesity
No data available No data available
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Rare
The Serbian Hound should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Rare
The Serbian Tricolour Hound should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Frequent
The Shikoku dog should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Life Expectancy
Serbian Hound vs Serbian Tricolour Hound vs Shikoku dog lifespan comparison. How long do Serbian Hound, Serbian Tricolour Hound and Shikoku dog breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Serbian Hound: 13 years
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Serbian Tricolour Hound: 13 years
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Shikoku dog: 11 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Serbian Hound vs Serbian Tricolour Hound vs Shikoku dog?
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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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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Serbian Hound vs Serbian Tricolour Hound vs Shikoku dog Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Serbian Hound or Serbian Tricolour Hound or Shikoku dog? Serbian Hound vs Serbian Tricolour Hound vs Shikoku dog energy level comparison:
Serbian Hound dogs are high-energy dogs.
Serbian Tricolour Hound dogs are high-energy dogs.
Shikoku dog dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Serbian Hound vs Serbian Tricolour Hound vs Shikoku dog exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Serbian Hound or Serbian Tricolour Hound or Shikoku dog? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Serbian Hound dogs need a lot of exercises.
Serbian Tricolour Hound dogs need a lot of exercises.
Shikoku dog dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Serbian Hound or Serbian Tricolour Hound or Shikoku dog?
Serbian Hound dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Serbian Tricolour Hound dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Shikoku dog dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.

Serbian Hound vs Serbian Tricolour Hound vs Shikoku dog Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Serbian Hound or Serbian Tricolour Hound or Shikoku dog?
1.5 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 2 to 2.5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, divided into two meals. 1.5 to 2.5 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? Serbian Hound vs Serbian Tricolour Hound vs Shikoku dog weight gain potential comparison:
Average: The Serbian Hound has an average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Serbian Tricolour Hound has an average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Shikoku dog has an average risk for obesity.
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Serbian Hound vs Serbian Tricolour Hound vs Shikoku dog Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Serbian Hound vs Serbian Tricolour Hound vs Shikoku dog coat comparison:
Thick
Smooth
Harsh
Thick
Smooth
Harsh
Soft
Colors
What are the original Serbian Hound, Serbian Tricolour Hound and Shikoku dog color?
Black
Tan
Deep Red or Fox Red & Black Mantle or Saddle Black
Cream
Black & Tan
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Serbian Hound or Serbian Tricolour Hound or Shikoku dog? Serbian Hound vs Serbian Tricolour Hound vs Shikoku dog grooming comparison:
Easy to groom: The Serbian Hound doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Easy to groom: The Serbian Tricolour Hound doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Easy to groom: The Shikoku dog doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Serbian Hound or Serbian Tricolour Hound or Shikoku dog? Serbian Hound or Serbian Tricolour Hound or {name3 shedding:
Serbian Hound dogs shed above average.
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Serbian Tricolour Hound dogs shed moderately.
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Shikoku dog dogs shed moderately.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Serbian Hound or Serbian Tricolour Hound or Shikoku dog?
6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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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
Serbian Hound vs Serbian Tricolour Hound vs Shikoku dog 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, Serbian Hound vs Serbian Tricolour Hound vs Shikoku dog?

Medium

The Serbian Hound has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Serbian Tricolour Hound has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Shikoku dog has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?
The Serbian Hound is an average drooler.
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The Serbian Tricolour Hound is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency.
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The Shikoku dog 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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Serbian Hound vs Serbian Tricolour Hound vs Shikoku dog Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Serbian Hound dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Serbian Tricolour Hound dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Shikoku dog dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Serbian Hound or Serbian Tricolour Hound or Shikoku dog? Which dog is more friendly?
Serbian Hound dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Serbian Tricolour Hound dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Shikoku dog dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Serbian Hound or Serbian Tricolour Hound or Shikoku dog?
Serbian Hound dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Serbian Tricolour Hound dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Shikoku dog dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Serbian Hound or Serbian Tricolour Hound or Shikoku dog?
Serbian Hound dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Serbian Tricolour Hound dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Shikoku dog dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Serbian Hound or Serbian Tricolour Hound or Shikoku dog?
Serbian Hound dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Serbian Tricolour Hound dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Shikoku dog dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Serbian Hound vs Serbian Tricolour Hound vs Shikoku dog?
Yes
Serbian Hound dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Serbian Tricolour Hound dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Shikoku dog dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
Serbian Hound is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Serbian Tricolour Hound is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Shikoku dog is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
Serbian Hounds are usually recommended for elderly people.
Serbian Tricolour Hounds are usually recommended for elderly people.
Shikoku dogs are commonly okay with elderly people.

Serbian Hound vs Serbian Tricolour Hound vs Shikoku dog 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: Serbian Hound or Serbian Tricolour Hound or Shikoku dog? 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: Serbian Hound vs Serbian Tricolour Hound vs Shikoku dog?

Not really

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

Serbian Tricolour Hound breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Shikoku dog 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.

Serbian Hound vs Serbian Tricolour Hound vs Shikoku dog 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 Serbian Hound and Serbian Tricolour Hound and Shikoku dog have?
4-6 puppies 3-6 puppies 4-6 puppies

Serbian Hound vs Serbian Tricolour Hound vs Shikoku dog 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 Scent hounds and related breeds group, in the Scent hounds section. Recognized by FCI in the Scent hounds and related breeds group, in the Scent hounds section. Not recognized by FCI.
Breed Recognition
What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?
Federation Cynologique Internationale
United Kennel Club
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