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Name	Doberman Pinscher	Blue Heeler	Australian Kelpie
Origins	Germany	Australia	Australia
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Group	Working Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Working Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Doberman Dobermann Dobynm Dobie	Australian Cattle Dog Cattle Dog Queensland Heeler Red Heeler	Australischer Kelpie Barb Kelpie Australian Sheepdog
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Doberman Pinscher vs Blue Heeler vs Australian Kelpie breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Doberman Pinscher vs Blue Heeler vs Australian Kelpie Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Doberman Pinscher or Blue Heeler or Australian Kelpie? Which is the smallest dog, Doberman Pinscher or Blue Heeler or Australian Kelpie?	Medium	Medium	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Doberman Pinscher or Blue Heeler or Blue Heeler? Doberman Pinscher vs Blue Heeler vs Australian Kelpie weight comparison:	Male: 88-99 pounds (40-45 kg), Female: 71-77 pounds (32-35 kg)	30-62 pounds (13-28 kg)	25-45 pounds (11-20 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 93.5 pounds (42.5 kg), Female: 74 pounds (33.5 kg)	46 pounds (20.5 kg)	35 pounds (15.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Doberman Pinscher or Blue Heeler or Australian Kelpie? Doberman Pinscher vs Blue Heeler vs Australian Kelpie height comparison:	Male: 26-28 inches (66-71cm), Female: 24-26 inches (61-66 cm)	Male: 17-20 inches (43-51 cm), Female: 17-19 inches (43-48 cm)	17-20 inches (43-51 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 27 inches (68.5 cm), Female: 25 inches (63.5 cm)	Male: 18.5 inches (47 cm), Female: 18 inches (45.5 cm)	18.5 inches (47 cm)

Doberman Pinscher vs Blue Heeler vs Australian Kelpie Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Doberman Pinscher or Blue Heeler or Australian Kelpie? Which is more expensive?	$800-$1000	$400-$800	$500-$700
Availability Which is easier to get, Doberman Pinscher or Blue Heeler or Australian Kelpie?	Very frequent: The Doberman Pinscher is quite easy to get.	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.

Doberman Pinscher vs Blue Heeler vs Australian Kelpie Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Doberman Pinscher vs Blue Heeler vs Australian Kelpie intelligence:	Outstanding: Doberman Pinscher is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Smart: The Blue Heeler dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Doberman Pinscher vs Blue Heeler vs Australian Kelpie trainability comparison.	Doberman Pinscher dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Blue Heeler dogs are easy to train. See more.	Australian Kelpie dogs are very easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Doberman Pinscher or Blue Heeler or Australian Kelpie?	Doberman Pinscher dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Blue Heeler dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Australian Kelpie dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Doberman Pinscher or Blue Heeler or Australian Kelpie? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Doberman Pinscher dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Blue Heeler dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Australian Kelpie dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Doberman Pinscher vs Blue Heeler vs Australian Kelpie Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Doberman Pinscher or Blue Heeler or Australian Kelpie? Doberman Pinscher vs Blue Heeler vs Australian Kelpie behavior/temperament comparison:	Energetic Alert Intelligent Obedient Loyal Fearless	Active Protective Alert Intelligent Hard working Resourceful	Energetic Alert Intelligent Friendly Loyal Robust Eager
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Sensitive: Doberman Pinscher 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.	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: Doberman Pinscher vs Blue Heeler vs Australian Kelpie?	High: Doberman Pinscher dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Slightly Below Average: Blue Heeler dogs may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence. See more.	Average: Australian Kelpie dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Doberman Pinscher vs Blue Heeler vs Australian Kelpie social needs comparison:	Doberman Pinscher dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Blue Heeler dogs are kinda antisocial. See more.	Australian Kelpie dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Doberman Pinscher dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Blue Heeler is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Australian Kelpie is strong enough to escape from home. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Their prey drive is low. See more.	Blue Heeler dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Australian Kelpie dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Doberman Pinscher vs Blue Heeler vs Australian Kelpie Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Doberman Pinscher vs Blue Heeler vs Australian Kelpie playfulness comparison:	Average: Doberman Pinschers, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Blue Heeler is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Australian Kelpie is a playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Doberman Pinscher vs Blue Heeler vs Australian Kelpie?	Low to Average: The Doberman Pinscher rarely barks. See more.	Low to Average: The Blue Heeler rarely barks. See more.	Low to Average: The Australian Kelpie rarely barks. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Doberman Pinscher or Blue Heeler or Australian Kelpie?	Very house-friendly dog the Doberman Pinscher breed.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Blue Heeler breed.	It is not recommended to keep the Australian Kelpie breed in the home.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Doberman Pinscher vs Blue Heeler vs Australian Kelpie Adaptability and Independence Comparison

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

Doberman Pinscher vs Blue Heeler vs Australian Kelpie Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Doberman Pinscher or Blue Heeler or Australian Kelpie?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Doberman Pinscher bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Blue Heeler bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Australian Kelpie 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:	Moderate ⏺ The Doberman Pinscher has an average chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Blue Heeler has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Australian Kelpie has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Doberman Pinscher vs Blue Heeler vs Australian Kelpie mouthiness comparison:	Doberman Pinscher dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Blue Heeler dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Australian Kelpie dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.

Doberman Pinscher vs Blue Heeler vs Australian Kelpie Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Doberman Pinscher vs Blue Heeler vs Australian Kelpie health comparison. Which is the healthier: Doberman Pinscher vs Blue Heeler vs Australian Kelpie?	Doberman Pinschers are commonly healthy dogs.	Blue Heelers are commonly healthy dogs.	Australian Kelpies tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Doberman Pinscher vs Blue Heeler vs Australian Kelpie? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Doberman Pinscher vs Blue Heeler vs Australian Kelpie health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Wobbler's Syndrome Cardiomyopathy	No data available	Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Osteoarthritis Cerebellar Abiotrophy Collie Eye Anomaly
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Rare The Doberman Pinscher should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Rare The Blue Heeler should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Frequent The Australian Kelpie should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Doberman Pinscher vs Blue Heeler vs Australian Kelpie lifespan comparison. How long do Doberman Pinscher, Blue Heeler and Australian Kelpie breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	10-12 years The average lifespan of Doberman Pinscher: 11 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Blue Heeler: 13 years	10-14 years The average lifespan of Australian Kelpie: 12 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Doberman Pinscher vs Blue Heeler vs Australian Kelpie?	Prefers warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. 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.

Doberman Pinscher vs Blue Heeler vs Australian Kelpie Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Doberman Pinscher vs Blue Heeler vs Australian Kelpie Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Doberman Pinscher or Blue Heeler or Australian Kelpie?	5 to 6 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1.5 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1 to 2 cups 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? Doberman Pinscher vs Blue Heeler vs Australian Kelpie weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Doberman Pinscher has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Blue Heeler's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Low to Average: The Australian Kelpie has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Doberman Pinscher vs Blue Heeler vs Australian Kelpie Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Doberman Pinscher vs Blue Heeler vs Australian Kelpie coat comparison:	Fine	Dense	Double
Colors What are the original Doberman Pinscher, Blue Heeler and Australian Kelpie color?	Black Tan Red Blue White Brown	Blue Red speckled Blue speckled Blue Mottled Red Mottled	Black Tan Red Blue Brown Fawn Chocolate
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Doberman Pinscher or Blue Heeler or Australian Kelpie? Doberman Pinscher vs Blue Heeler vs Australian Kelpie grooming comparison:	Easy to groom: The Doberman Pinscher doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Blue Heeler requires minimal grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Australian Kelpie requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Doberman Pinscher or Blue Heeler or Australian Kelpie? Doberman Pinscher or Blue Heeler or {name3 shedding:	Doberman Pinscher dogs shed moderately. See more.	Blue Heeler dogs shed moderately. See more.	Australian Kelpie dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Doberman Pinscher or Blue Heeler or Australian Kelpie?	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.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Hypoallergenic Doberman Pinscher vs Blue Heeler vs Australian Kelpie 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, Doberman Pinscher vs Blue Heeler vs Australian Kelpie?	Medium ⏺ The Doberman Pinscher has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Blue Heeler has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Australian Kelpie has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Doberman Pinscher drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed. See more.	The Blue Heeler is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Australian Kelpie is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Doberman Pinscher vs Blue Heeler vs Australian Kelpie Good With Comparison

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

Doberman Pinscher vs Blue Heeler vs Australian Kelpie 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: Doberman Pinscher or Blue Heeler or Australian Kelpie? Which is better for autism?	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.
Therapy Dog Breeds
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: Doberman Pinscher vs Blue Heeler vs Australian Kelpie?	Not really Doberman Pinscher breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Blue Heeler breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Australian Kelpie 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	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.	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.

Doberman Pinscher vs Blue Heeler vs Australian Kelpie 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 Doberman Pinscher and Blue Heeler and Australian Kelpie have?	6-10 puppies	1-7 puppies	4-7 puppies
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Doberman Pinscher vs Blue Heeler vs Australian Kelpie Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1908 as a Working breed.	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 Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Pinscher and Schnauzer type section.	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club Canadian Canine Registry	No data available	American Canine Registry America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club Foundation Stock Service

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