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Boerboel vs Giant Wire Hair Snauzer vs Rottweiler Comparison - Dog breed selector: South African Mastiff or Giant Wire Hair Snauzer or Rott? Find the right dog for you

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Name Boerboel Giant Wire Hair Snauzer Rottweiler
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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Boerboel, Giant Wire Hair Snauzer, and Rottweiler breeds.
South African Mastiff
South African Boerboel
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Rottie
Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between Boerboel, Giant Wire Hair Snauzer, and Rottweiler? Compare their breeding categories.
Purebred Cross Breed Purebred

Boerboel vs Giant Wire Hair Snauzer vs Rottweiler Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Compare size differences between Boerboel, Giant Wire Hair Snauzer, and Rottweiler. Which breed is the largest?
Large
Giant
Small
Large
Medium
Large
Giant
Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between Boerboel, Giant Wire Hair Snauzer, and Rottweiler? Compare adult weight ranges.
154-200 pounds (70-90 kg) 15-60 pounds (7-27 kg) Male: 95-130 pounds (43-59 kg), Female: 85-115 pounds (38-52 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
177 pounds (80 kg) 37.5 pounds (17 kg) Male: 112.5 pounds (51 kg), Female: 100 pounds (45 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Boerboel or Giant Wire Hair Snauzer or Rottweiler? Boerboel vs Giant Wire Hair Snauzer vs Rottweiler height comparison:
Male: 25-28 inches (64-70 cm), Female: 23-25.5 inches (59-65 cm) 13-24 inches (33-61 cm) Male: 24-27 inches (61-69 cm), Female: 22-25 inches (56-63 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 26.5 inches (67 cm), Female: 23-25.5 inches (62 cm) 18.5 inches (47 cm) Male: 25.5 inches (65 cm), Female: 23.5 inches (59.5 cm)

Boerboel vs Giant Wire Hair Snauzer vs Rottweiler Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range
Compare puppy costs for Boerboel, Giant Wire Hair Snauzer, and Rottweiler. Find price differences between these breeds.
$1500-$2000 $800-$1200 $1200-$2000
Availability
Which is easier to get, Boerboel or Giant Wire Hair Snauzer or Rottweiler?
Frequent: The Boerboel is easier than average to get.
Very frequent: The Giant Wire Hair Snauzer is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Rottweiler is quite easy to get.

Boerboel vs Giant Wire Hair Snauzer vs Rottweiler Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between Boerboel, Giant Wire Hair Snauzer, and Rottweiler. Which breed ranks highest?
Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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Smart: The Giant Wire Hair Snauzer dogs have great intelligence.
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Outstanding: Rottweiler is one of the brightest dog breeds.
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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between Boerboel, Giant Wire Hair Snauzer, and Rottweiler. Which is easiest to train?
Boerboel dogs are quite easy to train.
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Giant Wire Hair Snauzer dogs are easy to train.
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Rottweiler dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of Boerboel, Giant Wire Hair Snauzer, and Rottweiler. Which breed is most alert?
Boerboel dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Giant Wire Hair Snauzer dogs are good watchdogs.
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Rottweiler dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between Boerboel, Giant Wire Hair Snauzer, and Rottweiler. Which breed is most protective?
Boerboel dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Giant Wire Hair Snauzer dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Rottweiler dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Boerboel vs Giant Wire Hair Snauzer vs Rottweiler Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between Boerboel, Giant Wire Hair Snauzer, and Rottweiler? Compare temperaments.
Intelligent
Confident
Obedient
Dominant
Territorial
Alert
Powerful
Intelligent
Friendly
Dominant
Loyal
Quick
Kind
Strong
Willed
Bold
Fearless
Keen
Independent
Protective
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Loyal
Fearless
Good-natured
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
Boerboel 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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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Boerboel vs Giant Wire Hair Snauzer vs Rottweiler?
Average: Boerboel dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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Average to High: Giant Wire Hair Snauzer dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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Average: Rottweiler dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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Social Needs
Boerboel vs Giant Wire Hair Snauzer vs Rottweiler social needs comparison:
Boerboel dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Giant Wire Hair Snauzer dogs are a social breed.
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Rottweiler 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 Boerboel is strong enough to escape from home.
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Giant Wire Hair Snauzer dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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Rottweiler dogs tend to escape less than other breeds.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Boerboel 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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Giant Wire Hair Snauzer dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Rottweiler dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Boerboel vs Giant Wire Hair Snauzer vs Rottweiler Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of Boerboel, Giant Wire Hair Snauzer, and Rottweiler. Which breed is most vocal?
Low to Average: The Boerboel rarely barks.
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Average to High: The Giant Wire Hair Snauzer is a vocal breed.
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Low: The Rottweiler barks none to minimal.
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between Boerboel, Giant Wire Hair Snauzer, and Rottweiler. Which breed is most playful?
Average: Boerboels, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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The Giant Wire Hair Snauzer is a highly playful breed.
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Average: Rottweilers, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of Boerboel, Giant Wire Hair Snauzer, and Rottweiler. Which adapts best to small spaces?
It is not recommended to keep the Boerboel breed in the home.
It is not recommended to keep the Giant Wire Hair Snauzer breed in the home.
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 Rottweiler indoors.

Boerboel vs Giant Wire Hair Snauzer vs Rottweiler Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between Boerboel, Giant Wire Hair Snauzer, and Rottweiler. Which breed is most flexible?
Average: Boerboel dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Giant Wire Hair Snauzer dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Average: Rottweiler dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: Boerboel or Giant Wire Hair Snauzer or Rottweiler?
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.
Giant Wire Hair Snauzer 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.
Rottweiler dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Boerboel vs Giant Wire Hair Snauzer vs Rottweiler Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between Boerboel, Giant Wire Hair Snauzer, and Rottweiler. Which has lowest bite risk?

Low 🔽

The Boerboel has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Giant Wire Hair Snauzer has a low chance of biting somebody.

High 🔼

The Rottweiler has a high chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between Boerboel, Giant Wire Hair Snauzer, and Rottweiler. Which uses mouth most during play?
Boerboel dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Giant Wire Hair Snauzer dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Rottweiler dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Bite Strength Rating
Compare bite forces between Boerboel, Giant Wire Hair Snauzer, and Rottweiler. Which has the strongest bite?

Above 400 PSI 🔼

Boerboel bite force: The Strongest.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Giant Wire Hair Snauzer bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Rottweiler bite force: Ordinary.

Boerboel vs Giant Wire Hair Snauzer vs Rottweiler Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of Boerboel, Giant Wire Hair Snauzer, and Rottweiler. Which breed lives longest?
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Boerboel: 11 years
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Giant Wire Hair Snauzer: 13 years
8-12 years
The average lifespan of Rottweiler: 10 years
Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between Boerboel, Giant Wire Hair Snauzer, and Rottweiler. Which handles climate changes best?
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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Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
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Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in Boerboel, Giant Wire Hair Snauzer, and Rottweiler. Which has fewer health issues?
Boerboels tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Giant Wire Hair Snauzers are commonly healthy dogs.
The Rottweiler is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Vet Care Frequency
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Frequent
The Boerboel should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Rare
The Giant Wire Hair Snauzer should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Average
The Rottweiler should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Boerboel vs Giant Wire Hair Snauzer vs Rottweiler? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Boerboel vs Giant Wire Hair Snauzer vs Rottweiler health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Epilepsy
Joint Dysplasia
Vaginal Hyperplasia
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Legg-perthes Disease
Cancer
Eye Problems
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Bloat
Epilepsy
Heart Problems
Deafness
Elbow Dysplasia
Arthritis
Retinal Dysplasia
Glaucoma
Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca
Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Hypothyroidism
Bloat
Elbow Dysplasia
Panosteitis
Aortic Stenosis
Osteosarcoma
Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis

Boerboel vs Giant Wire Hair Snauzer vs Rottweiler Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating
Compare energy levels between Boerboel, Giant Wire Hair Snauzer, and Rottweiler. Which breed is most active?
Boerboel dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Giant Wire Hair Snauzer dogs are high-energy dogs.
Rottweiler dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Boerboel vs Giant Wire Hair Snauzer vs Rottweiler exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Boerboel or Giant Wire Hair Snauzer or Rottweiler? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Boerboel dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Giant Wire Hair Snauzer dogs need a lot of exercises.
Rottweiler dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Boerboel or Giant Wire Hair Snauzer or Rottweiler?
Boerboel dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
Giant Wire Hair Snauzer dogs don't need too much sleep.
Rottweiler dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.

Boerboel vs Giant Wire Hair Snauzer vs Rottweiler Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between Boerboel, Giant Wire Hair Snauzer, and Rottweiler. Which is most prone to obesity?
Average: The Boerboel has an average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Giant Wire Hair Snauzer has an average risk for obesity.
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High: The Rottweiler breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between Boerboel, Giant Wire Hair Snauzer, and Rottweiler. Which needs most food?
8 to 10 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals 2 to 4.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. Recommended daily amount: 4 to 10 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.

Boerboel vs Giant Wire Hair Snauzer vs Rottweiler Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Boerboel, Giant Wire Hair Snauzer, and Rottweiler. Which is best for allergy sufferers?
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between Boerboel, Giant Wire Hair Snauzer, and Rottweiler. What colors are available?
Red
Cream
Brown
Tawny
Brindle
Reddish
Black
White
Pepper
Salt
White & Black
White & Tan
White & Black & Tan
White & Tan & Black
Black
Tan
Rust
Mahogany
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between Boerboel, Giant Wire Hair Snauzer, and Rottweiler. Which requires most maintenance?
Effortless: The Boerboel requires minimal grooming.
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Average: The Giant Wire Hair Snauzer requires average grooming effort.
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Effortless: The Rottweiler requires minimal grooming.
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Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between Boerboel, Giant Wire Hair Snauzer, and Rottweiler. Which drools least?
The Boerboel 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 Giant Wire Hair Snauzer is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Rottweiler 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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Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between Boerboel, Giant Wire Hair Snauzer, and Rottweiler. Which has least natural smell?

Medium

The Boerboel has an average chance of bad smell.

Low 🔽

The Giant Wire Hair Snauzer has a low chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Rottweiler has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between Boerboel, Giant Wire Hair Snauzer, and Rottweiler. How do their fur characteristics differ?
Dense
Shiny
Smooth
Wiry Dense
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between Boerboel, Giant Wire Hair Snauzer, and Rottweiler. Which requires most frequent baths?
4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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8-12 weeks
Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Boerboel or Giant Wire Hair Snauzer or Rottweiler? Boerboel or Giant Wire Hair Snauzer or {name3 shedding:
Boerboel dogs shed moderately.
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Giant Wire Hair Snauzer dogs shed none to minimal.
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Rottweiler dogs shed moderately.
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Boerboel vs Giant Wire Hair Snauzer vs Rottweiler Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility
Compare child-friendliness between Boerboel, Giant Wire Hair Snauzer, and Rottweiler. Which is best with kids?
Boerboel dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Giant Wire Hair Snauzer dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Rottweiler dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.
Pet Compatibility
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Boerboel dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Giant Wire Hair Snauzer dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Rottweiler dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Boerboel or Giant Wire Hair Snauzer or Rottweiler? Which dog is more friendly?
Boerboel dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Giant Wire Hair Snauzer dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Rottweiler dogs are not stranger friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Boerboel or Giant Wire Hair Snauzer or Rottweiler?
Boerboel dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Giant Wire Hair Snauzer dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Rottweiler dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Boerboel or Giant Wire Hair Snauzer or Rottweiler?
Boerboel dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Giant Wire Hair Snauzer dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Rottweiler dogs are not dog-friendly.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Boerboel vs Giant Wire Hair Snauzer vs Rottweiler?
Yes
Boerboel dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Giant Wire Hair Snauzer dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Rottweiler dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
Boerboel is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Giant Wire Hair Snauzer is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Rottweiler is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
Boerboels are usually recommended for elderly people.
Giant Wire Hair Snauzers are usually recommended for elderly people.
Rottweilers are not the best breed for elderly people.

Boerboel vs Giant Wire Hair Snauzer vs Rottweiler As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between Boerboel, Giant Wire Hair Snauzer, and Rottweiler. Which is best suited for service work?

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 Work Suitability
Compare therapy dog potential between Boerboel, Giant Wire Hair Snauzer, and Rottweiler. Which excels in therapy work?

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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Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between Boerboel, Giant Wire Hair Snauzer, and Rottweiler. 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 Boerboel, Giant Wire Hair Snauzer, and Rottweiler. 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.

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Maritime Work Ability
Compare boating aptitude between Boerboel, Giant Wire Hair Snauzer, and Rottweiler. Which is best suited for water work?

Not really

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

Giant Wire Hair Snauzer breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Rottweiler breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between Boerboel, Giant Wire Hair Snauzer, and Rottweiler. Which is best for draft work?

Yes

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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Yes

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Military Service Background
Compare military service history of Boerboel, Giant Wire Hair Snauzer, and Rottweiler. Which has most military use?

Yes

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

Not really

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

Yes

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

Boerboel vs Giant Wire Hair Snauzer vs Rottweiler Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of Boerboel, Giant Wire Hair Snauzer, and Rottweiler. Which has most puppies?
7-10 puppies 5-8 puppies 8-12 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of Boerboel, Giant Wire Hair Snauzer, and Rottweiler. Any breeding differences?
60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between Boerboel, Giant Wire Hair Snauzer, and Rottweiler. What's recommended?

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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Boerboel vs Giant Wire Hair Snauzer vs Rottweiler Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for Boerboel, Giant Wire Hair Snauzer, and Rottweiler. How are they classified?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2015 as a Working breed. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1931 as a Working breed.
FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for Boerboel, Giant Wire Hair Snauzer, and Rottweiler. How are they classified internationally?
Not recognized by FCI. Not recognized by FCI. Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type section.
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of Boerboel, Giant Wire Hair Snauzer, and Rottweiler. Which has most recognition?
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Dog Registry of America Inc.
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
No data available 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
Colonial Rottweiler Club
Deutscher Rottweiler Klub
International Rottweiler Club

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