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Name	Australian Shepherd	Portuguese Water Dog	Weimaraner
Origins	United States	Portugal	Germany
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Group	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Working Dogs	Gun Dog
Popularity Rank	17	54	34
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Common Names & Aliases Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Australian Shepherd, Portuguese Water Dog, and Weimaraner breeds.	Little Blue Dog Aussie	Cao De Agua Portie Water Dog	Grey Ghost Weim Weimaraner Vorstehhund
Breed Classification How do breed classifications differ between Australian Shepherd, Portuguese Water Dog, and Weimaraner? Compare their breeding categories.	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Australian Shepherd vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Weimaraner Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Compare size differences between Australian Shepherd, Portuguese Water Dog, and Weimaraner. Which breed is the largest?	Large	Medium	Large
Weight Statistics How do weights compare between Australian Shepherd, Portuguese Water Dog, and Weimaraner? Compare adult weight ranges.	Male: 50-65 pounds (25-29 kg), Female: 40-55 pounds (18-25 kg)	Male: 42-55 pounds (19-25 kg), Female: 35-49 pounds (16-22 kg)	Male: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg), Female: 50-65 pounds (23-29 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 57.5 pounds (27 kg), Female: 47.5 pounds (21.5 kg)	Male: 48.5 pounds (22 kg), Female: 42 pounds (19 kg)	Male: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg), Female: 57.5 pounds (26 kg)
Height Which is taller, Australian Shepherd or Portuguese Water Dog or Weimaraner? Australian Shepherd vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Weimaraner height comparison:	Male: 20-23 inches (52-58cm), Female: 18-21 inches (46–53 cm)	Male: 20-22 inches (50-57 cm), Female: 17-20 inches (43-52 cm)	Male: 24-24 inches (61-69 cm), Female: 22-25 inches (56-63 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 21.5 inches (55 cm), Female: 19.5 inches (46–53 cm)	Male: 21 inches (53.5 cm), Female: 18.5 inches (47.5 cm)	Male: 24 inches (65 cm), Female: 23.5 inches (59.5 cm)

Australian Shepherd vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Weimaraner Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy costs for Australian Shepherd, Portuguese Water Dog, and Weimaraner. Find price differences between these breeds.	$600-$800	$2500-$2800	$1500-$2000
Availability Which is easier to get, Australian Shepherd or Portuguese Water Dog or Weimaraner?	Very frequent: The Australian Shepherd is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Portuguese Water Dog is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Weimaraner is quite easy to get.

Australian Shepherd vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Weimaraner Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Compare intelligence levels between Australian Shepherd, Portuguese Water Dog, and Weimaraner. Which breed ranks highest?	Smart: The Australian Shepherd dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Smart: The Portuguese Water Dog dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Very smart: Weimaraner is an excellent dog breed. See more.
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Training Difficulty Compare training difficulty levels between Australian Shepherd, Portuguese Water Dog, and Weimaraner. Which is easiest to train?	Australian Shepherd dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Portuguese Water Dog dogs are easy to train. See more.	Weimaraner dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Rating Compare watchdog abilities of Australian Shepherd, Portuguese Water Dog, and Weimaraner. Which breed is most alert?	Australian Shepherd dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Portuguese Water Dog dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Weimaraner dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Compare territorial instincts between Australian Shepherd, Portuguese Water Dog, and Weimaraner. Which breed is most protective?	Australian Shepherd dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Portuguese Water Dog dogs are average defenders. See more.	Weimaraner dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Australian Shepherd vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Weimaraner Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits How do personalities differ between Australian Shepherd, Portuguese Water Dog, and Weimaraner? Compare temperaments.	Active Loving Protective Intelligent Friendly Affectionate Good-natured	Intelligent Docile Obedient Brave Impetuous Quarrelsome	Stubborn Aloof Energetic Alert Powerful Intelligent Social Steady Fast
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Sensitive: Australian Shepherd dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Sensitive: Weimaraner dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Australian Shepherd vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Weimaraner?	Average to High: Australian Shepherd dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	High: Portuguese Water Dog dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Weimaraner dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Australian Shepherd vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Weimaraner social needs comparison:	Australian Shepherd dogs are a social breed. See more.	Portuguese Water Dog dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Weimaraner dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Australian Shepherd dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.	Portuguese Water Dog dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Weimaraner dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Australian Shepherd dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Portuguese Water 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. See more.	Weimaraner dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Australian Shepherd vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Weimaraner Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Compare barking frequencies of Australian Shepherd, Portuguese Water Dog, and Weimaraner. Which breed is most vocal?	Low to Average: The Australian Shepherd rarely barks. See more.	Low to Average: The Portuguese Water Dog rarely barks. See more.	Average to High: The Weimaraner is a vocal breed. See more.
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Playful Nature Compare playfulness levels between Australian Shepherd, Portuguese Water Dog, and Weimaraner. Which breed is most playful?	The Australian Shepherd is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Portuguese Water Dog is a playful breed. See more.	The Weimaraner is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Compare apartment suitability of Australian Shepherd, Portuguese Water Dog, and Weimaraner. Which adapts best to small spaces?	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 Australian Shepherd indoors.	Apartment-friendly dog the Portuguese Water Dog breed.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Weimaraner breed.
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Australian Shepherd vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Weimaraner Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Compare adaptability between Australian Shepherd, Portuguese Water Dog, and Weimaraner. Which breed is most flexible?	Australian Shepherd dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Portuguese Water Dog dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Weimaraner dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Australian Shepherd or Portuguese Water Dog or Weimaraner?	Australian Shepherd 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.	Portuguese Water Dog dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Weimaraner dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Australian Shepherd vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Weimaraner Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Compare biting potential between Australian Shepherd, Portuguese Water Dog, and Weimaraner. Which has lowest bite risk?	Low 🔽 The Australian Shepherd has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Portuguese Water Dog has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Weimaraner has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Compare mouthing tendencies between Australian Shepherd, Portuguese Water Dog, and Weimaraner. Which uses mouth most during play?	Australian Shepherd dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Portuguese Water Dog dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Weimaraner dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.
Bite Strength Rating Compare bite forces between Australian Shepherd, Portuguese Water Dog, and Weimaraner. Which has the strongest bite?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Australian Shepherd bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Portuguese Water Dog bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Weimaraner bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force

Australian Shepherd vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Weimaraner Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Compare life expectancies of Australian Shepherd, Portuguese Water Dog, and Weimaraner. Which breed lives longest?	11-15 years The average lifespan of Australian Shepherd: 13 years	10-14 years The average lifespan of Portuguese Water Dog: 12 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Weimaraner: 11 years
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Climate Tolerance Compare weather adaptability between Australian Shepherd, Portuguese Water Dog, and Weimaraner. Which handles climate changes best?	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Australian Shepherd can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Portuguese Water Dog 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.
Health Concerns Compare health problems common in Australian Shepherd, Portuguese Water Dog, and Weimaraner. Which has fewer health issues?	The Australian Shepherd is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Portuguese Water Dog is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Weimaraners tend to have a lot and frequent health issues.
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Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Australian Shepherd should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Portuguese Water Dog should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Frequent The Weimaraner should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Australian Shepherd vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Weimaraner? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Australian Shepherd vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Weimaraner health problems comparison:	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Allergies Cancer Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Deafness Drug Sensitivity Elbow Dysplasia Distichiasis Collie Eye Anomaly Detached Retina Nasal Solar Dermatitis Osteochondrosis Dissecans Persistent Pupillary Membranes	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Entropion Ectropion Distichiasis Persistent Pupillary Membranes Addison's Disease Megaesophagus Irritable Bowel Disease (ibd) Abnormally Small Eyes GM-1 Storage Disease Juvenile Dilated Cardiomyopathy Gastrointestinal Diseases Colitis Hemorrhagic Gastroenteritis Lymphangiectasia	Hip Dysplasia Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Bloat Entropion Drug Sensitivity Ectropion Distichiasis

Australian Shepherd vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Weimaraner Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Compare energy levels between Australian Shepherd, Portuguese Water Dog, and Weimaraner. Which breed is most active?	Australian Shepherd dogs are high-energy dogs.	Portuguese Water Dog dogs are high-energy dogs.	Weimaraner dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Australian Shepherd vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Weimaraner exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Australian Shepherd or Portuguese Water Dog or Weimaraner? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Australian Shepherd dogs need a lot of exercises.	Portuguese Water Dog dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Weimaraner dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Australian Shepherd or Portuguese Water Dog or Weimaraner?	Australian Shepherd dogs don't need too much sleep.	Portuguese Water Dog dogs don't need too much sleep.	Weimaraner dogs don't need too much sleep.
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Australian Shepherd vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Weimaraner Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Compare weight gain tendencies between Australian Shepherd, Portuguese Water Dog, and Weimaraner. Which is most prone to obesity?	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Australian Shepherd's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average: The Portuguese Water Dog has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Low to Average: The Weimaraner has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.
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Food Consumption Compare food requirements between Australian Shepherd, Portuguese Water Dog, and Weimaraner. Which needs most food?	1.5 to 2.5 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.	2.5 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
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Australian Shepherd vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Weimaraner Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Australian Shepherd, Portuguese Water Dog, and Weimaraner. Which is best for allergy sufferers?	No See more.	Yes See more.	No See more.
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Coat Colors Compare color variations between Australian Shepherd, Portuguese Water Dog, and Weimaraner. What colors are available?	Black Red Blue Merle	Black White Brown	Gray Blue Silver Copper
Grooming Requirements Compare grooming needs between Australian Shepherd, Portuguese Water Dog, and Weimaraner. Which requires most maintenance?	Average: The Australian Shepherd requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The Portuguese Water Dog requires average grooming effort. See more.	Effortless: The Weimaraner requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Drooling Tendency Compare drooling tendencies between Australian Shepherd, Portuguese Water Dog, and Weimaraner. Which drools least?	The Australian Shepherd is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Portuguese Water Dog is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Weimaraner drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Compare odor levels between Australian Shepherd, Portuguese Water Dog, and Weimaraner. Which has least natural smell?	Medium ⏺ The Australian Shepherd has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Portuguese Water Dog has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Weimaraner has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics Compare coat types between Australian Shepherd, Portuguese Water Dog, and Weimaraner. How do their fur characteristics differ?	Feathered	Curly	Fine
Bathing Needs Compare bathing needs between Australian Shepherd, Portuguese Water Dog, and Weimaraner. Which requires most frequent baths?	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. 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.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Australian Shepherd or Portuguese Water Dog or Weimaraner? Australian Shepherd or Portuguese Water Dog or {name3 shedding:	Australian Shepherd dogs shed moderately. See more.	Portuguese Water Dog dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Weimaraner dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most

Australian Shepherd vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Weimaraner Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Compare child-friendliness between Australian Shepherd, Portuguese Water Dog, and Weimaraner. Which is best with kids?	Australian Shepherd dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Portuguese Water Dog dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Weimaraner dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.
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Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Australian Shepherd dogs are generally with other pets.	Portuguese Water Dog dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Weimaraner dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Australian Shepherd or Portuguese Water Dog or Weimaraner? Which dog is more friendly?	Australian Shepherd dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Portuguese Water Dog dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Weimaraner dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Australian Shepherd or Portuguese Water Dog or Weimaraner?	Australian Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Portuguese Water Dog dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Weimaraner dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
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Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Australian Shepherd or Portuguese Water Dog or Weimaraner?	Australian Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Portuguese Water Dog dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Weimaraner dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Australian Shepherd vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Weimaraner?	Yes Australian Shepherd dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Portuguese Water Dog dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Weimaraner dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Australian Shepherd is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Portuguese Water Dog is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Weimaraner is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Australian Shepherds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Portuguese Water Dogs are usually recommended for elderly people.	Weimaraners are not the best breed for elderly people.

Australian Shepherd vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Weimaraner As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Compare service dog potential between Australian Shepherd, Portuguese Water Dog, and Weimaraner. Which is best suited for service work?	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 Work Suitability Compare therapy dog potential between Australian Shepherd, Portuguese Water Dog, and Weimaraner. Which excels in therapy work?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
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Scent Detection Ability Compare detection capabilities between Australian Shepherd, Portuguese Water Dog, and Weimaraner. Which has best nose work ability?	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 & Rescue Potential Compare search and rescue potential between Australian Shepherd, Portuguese Water Dog, and Weimaraner. Which is best for SAR work?	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.	Yes This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.
Maritime Work Ability Compare boating aptitude between Australian Shepherd, Portuguese Water Dog, and Weimaraner. Which is best suited for water work?	Not really Australian Shepherd breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Yes Portuguese Water Dog breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Not really Weimaraner breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Compare cart pulling abilities between Australian Shepherd, Portuguese Water Dog, and Weimaraner. Which is best for draft work?	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.
Military Service Background Compare military service history of Australian Shepherd, Portuguese Water Dog, and Weimaraner. Which has most military use?	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.

Australian Shepherd vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Weimaraner Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare typical litter sizes of Australian Shepherd, Portuguese Water Dog, and Weimaraner. Which has most puppies?	6-9 puppies, average 7	4-8 puppies	6-8 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare gestation periods of Australian Shepherd, Portuguese Water Dog, and Weimaraner. Any breeding differences?	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding intervals between Australian Shepherd, Portuguese Water Dog, and Weimaraner. What's recommended?	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.

Australian Shepherd vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Weimaraner Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC groups for Australian Shepherd, Portuguese Water Dog, and Weimaraner. How are they classified?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1991 as a Herding breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1983 as a Hound breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1943 as a Sporting breed.
FCI Classification Compare FCI groups for Australian Shepherd, Portuguese Water Dog, and Weimaraner. How are they classified internationally?	Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section.	Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Water Dogs section.	Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the Continental Pointing Dogs section.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare breed recognition status of Australian Shepherd, Portuguese Water Dog, and Weimaraner. Which has most recognition?	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club Australian Shepherd Club Of America	American Kennel Club Canadian Kennel Club Federation Cynologique Internationale Australian National Kennel Council New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club The Kennel Club	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

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