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Name	Weimaraner	Canaan Dog	Brittany
Origins	Germany	Middle East Lebanon - Israel	France
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Group	Gun Dog	Hunting Dogs	Gun Dog
Popularity Rank	34	175	26
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Grey Ghost Weim Weimaraner Vorstehhund	Canaanite Dog	American Brittany Brittany Spaniel Epagneul Breton
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Weimaraner vs Canaan Dog vs Brittany breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Weimaraner vs Canaan Dog vs Brittany Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Weimaraner or Canaan Dog or Brittany? Which is the smallest dog, Weimaraner or Canaan Dog or Brittany?	Large	Medium	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Weimaraner or Canaan Dog or Canaan Dog? Weimaraner vs Canaan Dog vs Brittany weight comparison:	Male: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg), Female: 50-65 pounds (23-29 kg)	35-55 pounds (16-25 kg)	Male: 35-40 pounds (16-18 kg), Females: 30-40 pounds (14-18 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg), Female: 57.5 pounds (26 kg)	45 pounds (20.5 kg)	Male: 37.5 pounds (17 kg), Females: 35 pounds (16 kg)
Height Which is taller, Weimaraner or Canaan Dog or Brittany? Weimaraner vs Canaan Dog vs Brittany height comparison:	Male: 24-24 inches (61-69 cm), Female: 22-25 inches (56-63 cm)	19-24 inches (48-61 cm)	Male: 17-21 inches (43-53 cm), Female: 18-20 inches (46-51 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 24 inches (65 cm), Female: 23.5 inches (59.5 cm)	21.5 inches (54.5 cm)	Male: 19 inches (48 cm), Female: 19 inches (48.5 cm)

Weimaraner vs Canaan Dog vs Brittany Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Weimaraner or Canaan Dog or Brittany? Which is more expensive?	$1500-$2000	$800-$1200	$700-$800
Availability Which is easier to get, Weimaraner or Canaan Dog or Brittany?	Very frequent: The Weimaraner is quite easy to get.	Frequent: The Canaan Dog is easier than average to get.	Very frequent: The Brittany is quite easy to get.

Weimaraner vs Canaan Dog vs Brittany Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Weimaraner vs Canaan Dog vs Brittany intelligence:	Very smart: Weimaraner is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Very smart: Brittany is an excellent dog breed. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Weimaraner vs Canaan Dog vs Brittany trainability comparison.	Weimaraner dogs are easy to train. See more.	Canaan Dog dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Brittany dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Weimaraner or Canaan Dog or Brittany?	Weimaraner dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Canaan Dog dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Brittany dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Weimaraner or Canaan Dog or Brittany? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Weimaraner dogs are average defenders. See more.	Canaan Dog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Brittany dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Weimaraner vs Canaan Dog vs Brittany Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Weimaraner or Canaan Dog or Brittany? Weimaraner vs Canaan Dog vs Brittany behavior/temperament comparison:	Stubborn Aloof Energetic Alert Powerful Intelligent Social Steady Fast	Alert Quick Devoted Vigilant Cautious	Independent Alert Intelligent Responsive Social
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Sensitive: Weimaraner 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: Brittany 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: Weimaraner vs Canaan Dog vs Brittany?	High: Weimaraner dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average: Canaan Dog dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	High: Brittany dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Weimaraner vs Canaan Dog vs Brittany social needs comparison:	Weimaraner dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Canaan Dog dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Brittany dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Weimaraner dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	Canaan Dog dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Brittany is strong enough to escape from home. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Weimaraner dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Canaan 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.	Brittany dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Weimaraner vs Canaan Dog vs Brittany Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Weimaraner vs Canaan Dog vs Brittany playfulness comparison:	The Weimaraner is a highly playful breed. See more.	Average: Canaan Dogs, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Brittany is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Weimaraner vs Canaan Dog vs Brittany?	Average to High: The Weimaraner is a vocal breed. See more.	Average: The Canaan Dog barks occasionally. See more.	Average: The Brittany barks occasionally. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Weimaraner or Canaan Dog or Brittany?	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Weimaraner breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Canaan Dog breed.	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 Brittany indoors.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Weimaraner vs Canaan Dog vs Brittany Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Weimaraner dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Canaan Dog dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Brittany dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Weimaraner or Canaan Dog or Brittany?	Weimaraner dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Brittany dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Weimaraner vs Canaan Dog vs Brittany Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Weimaraner vs Canaan Dog vs Brittany Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Weimaraner vs Canaan Dog vs Brittany health comparison. Which is the healthier: Weimaraner vs Canaan Dog vs Brittany?	Weimaraners tend to have a lot and frequent health issues.	The Canaan Dog is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Brittany is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Weimaraner vs Canaan Dog vs Brittany? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Weimaraner vs Canaan Dog vs Brittany health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Bloat Entropion Drug Sensitivity Ectropion Distichiasis	Hip Dysplasia Luxating Patella Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Elbow Dysplasia Degenerative Myelopathy Cryptorchidism Osteochondrosis Dissecans Lymphosarcoma	Hip Dysplasia Hypothyroidism Epilepsy
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Frequent The Weimaraner should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Average The Canaan Dog should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Brittany should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Weimaraner vs Canaan Dog vs Brittany lifespan comparison. How long do Weimaraner, Canaan Dog and Brittany breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	10-12 years The average lifespan of Weimaraner: 11 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Canaan Dog: 13 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Brittany: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Weimaraner vs Canaan Dog vs Brittany?	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.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Brittany can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Weimaraner vs Canaan Dog vs Brittany Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Weimaraner or Canaan Dog or Brittany? Weimaraner vs Canaan Dog vs Brittany energy level comparison:	Weimaraner dogs are high-energy dogs.	Canaan Dog dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Brittany dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Weimaraner vs Canaan Dog vs Brittany exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Weimaraner or Canaan Dog or Brittany? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Weimaraner dogs need a lot of exercises.	Canaan Dog dogs have an average exercise need.	Brittany dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Weimaraner or Canaan Dog or Brittany?	Weimaraner dogs don't need too much sleep.	Canaan Dog dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Brittany dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Weimaraner vs Canaan Dog vs Brittany Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Weimaraner or Canaan Dog or Brittany?	2.5 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	Recommended daily amount: 1.5 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Weimaraner vs Canaan Dog vs Brittany weight gain potential comparison:	Low to Average: The Weimaraner has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Low to Average: The Canaan Dog has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Brittany has an average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Weimaraner vs Canaan Dog vs Brittany Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Weimaraner vs Canaan Dog vs Brittany coat comparison:	Fine	Dense	Feathered
Colors What are the original Weimaraner, Canaan Dog and Brittany color?	Gray Blue Silver Copper	Black Tan Red Cream White Golden Liver	White Orange Liver Roan
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Weimaraner or Canaan Dog or Brittany? Weimaraner vs Canaan Dog vs Brittany grooming comparison:	Effortless: The Weimaraner requires minimal grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Canaan Dog requires minimal grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The Brittany doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Weimaraner or Canaan Dog or Brittany? Weimaraner or Canaan Dog or {name3 shedding:	Weimaraner dogs shed moderately. See more.	Canaan Dog dogs shed moderately. See more.	Brittany dogs are low shedders. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Weimaraner or Canaan Dog or Brittany?	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.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.
Hypoallergenic Weimaraner vs Canaan Dog vs Brittany 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, Weimaraner vs Canaan Dog vs Brittany?	Medium ⏺ The Weimaraner has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Canaan Dog has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Brittany has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	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.	The Canaan Dog is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Brittany is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.

Weimaraner vs Canaan Dog vs Brittany Good With Comparison

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

Weimaraner vs Canaan Dog vs Brittany 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: Weimaraner or Canaan Dog or Brittany? 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?	Yes This breed would make an excellent 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: Weimaraner vs Canaan Dog vs Brittany?	Not really Weimaraner breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Canaan Dog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Brittany 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	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.

Weimaraner vs Canaan Dog vs Brittany 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 Weimaraner and Canaan Dog and Brittany have?	6-8 puppies	4-6 puppies	1-11 puppies, average 6
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Weimaraner vs Canaan Dog vs Brittany Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1943 as a Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1997 as a Herding breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1934 as a Sporting breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the Continental Pointing Dogs section.	Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Primitive type section.	Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the Continental Pointing Dogs 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 National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club	American Kennel Club Canadian Kennel Club Federation Cynologique Internationale Continental Kennel Club National 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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