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Huntaway vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs New Zealand Heading Dog Comparison - Dog breed selector: NZ Huntaway or Staff or New Zealand Eye Dog? Find the right dog for you

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Name Huntaway Staffordshire Bull Terrier New Zealand Heading Dog
OriginsNew Zealand flagNew Zealand England flagEngland New Zealand flagNew Zealand
Group Pastoral / Herding Dogs Hunting Dogs Pastoral / Herding Dogs
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
NZ Huntaway
New Zealand Huntaway
New Zealand Sheepdog
Staff
Stafford
Staffy Bull
Staffy
New Zealand Eye Dog
NZ Heading Dog
New Zealand Collie
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Huntaway vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs New Zealand Heading Dog breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Huntaway vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs New Zealand Heading Dog Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Huntaway or Staffordshire Bull Terrier or New Zealand Heading Dog? Which is the smallest dog, Huntaway or Staffordshire Bull Terrier or New Zealand Heading Dog?
Large Medium Large
Weight
Which is heavier, Huntaway or Staffordshire Bull Terrier or Staffordshire Bull Terrier? Huntaway vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs New Zealand Heading Dog weight comparison:
40-65 pounds (18-30 kg) Males 25-38 pounds (11-17 kg), Female: 23-35 pounds (10-16 kg) 55-66 pounds (25-30 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
52.5 pounds (24 kg) Males 31.5 pounds (14 kg), Female: 29 pounds (13 kg) 60.5 pounds (27.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Huntaway or Staffordshire Bull Terrier or New Zealand Heading Dog? Huntaway vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs New Zealand Heading Dog height comparison:
20-24 inches (51-61 cm) Male: 14-16 inches (36-41 cm), Female: 13-15 inches (33-38 cm) 20-24 inches (50-61 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
22 inches (56 cm) Male: 15 inches (38.5 cm), Female: 14 inches (35.5 cm) 22 inches (55.5 cm)

Huntaway vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs New Zealand Heading Dog Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Huntaway or Staffordshire Bull Terrier or New Zealand Heading Dog? Which is more expensive?
$300-$400 $1500-$2000 Unknown
Availability
Which is easier to get, Huntaway or Staffordshire Bull Terrier or New Zealand Heading Dog?
Average: The Huntaway is a commonly available dog breed.
Very frequent: The Staffordshire Bull Terrier 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.

Huntaway vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs New Zealand Heading Dog Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Huntaway vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs New Zealand Heading Dog intelligence:
Smart: The Huntaway 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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Smart: The New Zealand Heading Dog dogs have great intelligence.
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Trainability
Huntaway vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs New Zealand Heading Dog trainability comparison.
Huntaway dogs are easy to train.
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Staffordshire Bull Terrier dogs are quite easy to train.
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New Zealand Heading Dog dogs are very easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Huntaway or Staffordshire Bull Terrier or New Zealand Heading Dog?
Huntaway dogs are not the best watchdogs.
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Staffordshire Bull Terrier dogs are average watchdogs.
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New Zealand Heading Dog dogs are average watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Huntaway or Staffordshire Bull Terrier or New Zealand Heading Dog? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Huntaway dogs are not the best to protect their territory.
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Staffordshire Bull Terrier dogs are average defenders.
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New Zealand Heading Dog dogs are not the best to protect their territory.
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Huntaway vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs New Zealand Heading Dog Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Huntaway or Staffordshire Bull Terrier or New Zealand Heading Dog? Huntaway vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs New Zealand Heading Dog behavior/temperament comparison:
Active
Energetic
Intelligent
Friendly
Trainable
Vocal
Courageous
Intelligent
Affectionate
Reliable
Bold
Fearless
Intelligent
Willing
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
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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Sensitive: New Zealand Heading Dog dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Huntaway vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs New Zealand Heading Dog?
Average to High: Huntaway dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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High: Staffordshire Bull Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: New Zealand Heading Dog dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Huntaway vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs New Zealand Heading Dog social needs comparison:
Huntaway dogs are a social breed.
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Staffordshire Bull Terrier dogs are a social breed.
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New Zealand Heading Dog dogs are a social breed.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Huntaway dogs are not the biggest explorers.
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The wanderlust potential of the Staffordshire Bull Terrier is strong enough to escape from home.
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New Zealand Heading Dog dogs are not the biggest explorers.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Their prey drive is low.
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Staffordshire Bull Terrier dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals.
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New Zealand Heading Dog dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals.
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Huntaway vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs New Zealand Heading Dog Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Huntaway vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs New Zealand Heading Dog playfulness comparison:
The Huntaway is a highly playful breed.
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Average: Staffordshire Bull Terriers, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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The New Zealand Heading Dog is a playful breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Huntaway vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs New Zealand Heading Dog?
A lot: Huntaway is a particularly loud breed.
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Low: The Staffordshire Bull Terrier barks none to minimal.
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Low to Average: The New Zealand Heading Dog rarely barks.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Huntaway or Staffordshire Bull Terrier or New Zealand Heading Dog?
It is not recommended to keep the Huntaway 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 Staffordshire Bull Terrier indoors.
It is not recommended to keep the New Zealand Heading Dog breed in the home.

Huntaway vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs New Zealand Heading Dog Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
Huntaway dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Average: Staffordshire Bull Terrier dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
New Zealand Heading Dog dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Huntaway or Staffordshire Bull Terrier or New Zealand Heading Dog?
Huntaway 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.
Staffordshire Bull Terrier 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.
New Zealand Heading 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.

Huntaway vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs New Zealand Heading Dog Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Huntaway or Staffordshire Bull Terrier or New Zealand Heading Dog?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Huntaway bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Staffordshire Bull Terrier bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

New Zealand Heading Dog bite force: Ordinary.
Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:

Low 🔽

The Huntaway has a low chance of biting somebody.

Moderate

The Staffordshire Bull Terrier has an average chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The New Zealand Heading Dog has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Huntaway vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs New Zealand Heading Dog mouthiness comparison:
Huntaway dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Staffordshire Bull Terrier dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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New Zealand Heading Dog dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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Huntaway vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs New Zealand Heading Dog Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Huntaway vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs New Zealand Heading Dog health comparison. Which is the healthier: Huntaway vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs New Zealand Heading Dog?
Very healthy dog breed.
The Staffordshire Bull Terrier is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
New Zealand Heading Dogs are commonly healthy dogs.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Huntaway vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs New Zealand Heading Dog? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Huntaway vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs New Zealand Heading Dog health problems comparison:
No data available Cataracts
Distichiasis
Mastocytoma
Persistent Hyperplastic Primary Vitreous
No data available
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Rare
The Huntaway should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Average
The Staffordshire Bull Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Rare
The New Zealand Heading Dog should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Life Expectancy
Huntaway vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs New Zealand Heading Dog lifespan comparison. How long do Huntaway, Staffordshire Bull Terrier and New Zealand Heading Dog breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Huntaway: 13 years
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Staffordshire Bull Terrier: 13 years
12-14 years
The average lifespan of New Zealand Heading Dog: 13 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Huntaway vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs New Zealand Heading 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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Huntaway vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs New Zealand Heading Dog Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Huntaway vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs New Zealand Heading Dog Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Huntaway or Staffordshire Bull Terrier or New Zealand Heading Dog?
2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 2.5 to 3 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? Huntaway vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs New Zealand Heading Dog weight gain potential comparison:
Average: The Huntaway has an average risk for obesity.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Staffordshire Bull Terrier's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Low to Average: The New Zealand Heading Dog has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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Huntaway vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs New Zealand Heading Dog Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Huntaway vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs New Zealand Heading Dog coat comparison:
Rough
Smooth
Smooth Smooth
Colors
What are the original Huntaway, Staffordshire Bull Terrier and New Zealand Heading Dog color?
Black & Tan Black
Red
Blue
White
Fawn
Brindle
Black & White
Tan
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Huntaway or Staffordshire Bull Terrier or New Zealand Heading Dog? Huntaway vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs New Zealand Heading Dog grooming comparison:
Average: The Huntaway requires average grooming effort.
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Effortless: The Staffordshire Bull Terrier requires minimal grooming.
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Average: The New Zealand Heading Dog requires average grooming effort.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Huntaway or Staffordshire Bull Terrier or New Zealand Heading Dog? Huntaway or Staffordshire Bull Terrier or {name3 shedding:
Huntaway dogs shed moderately.
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Staffordshire Bull Terrier dogs shed none to minimal.
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New Zealand Heading Dog dogs shed moderately.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Huntaway or Staffordshire Bull Terrier or New Zealand Heading Dog?
4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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Hypoallergenic
Huntaway vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs New Zealand Heading 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, Huntaway vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs New Zealand Heading Dog?

Medium

The Huntaway has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Staffordshire Bull Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The New Zealand Heading Dog has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?
The Huntaway is an average drooler.
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The Staffordshire Bull Terrier is an average drooler.
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The New Zealand Heading Dog is an average drooler.
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Huntaway vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs New Zealand Heading Dog Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Huntaway dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Staffordshire Bull Terrier dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
New Zealand Heading Dog dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Huntaway or Staffordshire Bull Terrier or New Zealand Heading Dog? Which dog is more friendly?
Huntaway dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Staffordshire Bull Terrier dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
New Zealand Heading Dog dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Huntaway or Staffordshire Bull Terrier or New Zealand Heading Dog?
Huntaway dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Staffordshire Bull Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
New Zealand Heading Dog dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Huntaway or Staffordshire Bull Terrier or New Zealand Heading Dog?
Huntaway dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Staffordshire Bull Terrier dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
New Zealand Heading Dog dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Huntaway or Staffordshire Bull Terrier or New Zealand Heading Dog?
Huntaway dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Staffordshire Bull Terrier dogs are not dog-friendly.
New Zealand Heading Dog dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Huntaway vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs New Zealand Heading Dog?
Yes
Huntaway dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Staffordshire Bull Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
New Zealand Heading Dog dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
Huntaway is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Staffordshire Bull Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
New Zealand Heading Dog is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
Huntaways are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Staffordshire Bull Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.
New Zealand Heading Dogs are usually recommended for elderly people.

Huntaway vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs New Zealand Heading 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: Huntaway or Staffordshire Bull Terrier or New Zealand Heading 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: Huntaway vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs New Zealand Heading Dog?

Not really

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

Staffordshire Bull Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

New Zealand Heading 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.

Yes

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

Not really

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

Huntaway vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs New Zealand Heading 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 Huntaway and Staffordshire Bull Terrier and New Zealand Heading Dog have?
5-7 puppies 5-7 puppies 3-5 puppies

Huntaway vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs New Zealand Heading Dog Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1974 as a Terrier breed. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI?
Not recognized by FCI. Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Bull type Terriers section. Not recognized by FCI.
Breed Recognition
What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?
Dog Registry of America Inc.
New Zealand 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
United Kennel Club
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