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Shetland Sheepdog vs Norwich Terrier vs English Springer Spaniel Comparison - Dog breed selector: Dwarf Scotch Shepherd or Cantab Terrier or Springer Spaniel? Find the right dog for you

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Name Shetland Sheepdog Norwich Terrier English Springer Spaniel
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Group Pastoral / Herding Dogs Hunting Dogs Gun Dog
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Dwarf Scotch Shepherd
Sheltie
Shetland Collie
Toonie Dog
Miniature Collie
Cantab Terrier
Jones Terrier
Prick-Eared Norwich Terrier
Trumpington Terrier
Springer Spaniel
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Shetland Sheepdog vs Norwich Terrier vs English Springer Spaniel breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Shetland Sheepdog vs Norwich Terrier vs English Springer Spaniel Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Shetland Sheepdog or Norwich Terrier or English Springer Spaniel? Which is the smallest dog, Shetland Sheepdog or Norwich Terrier or English Springer Spaniel?
Medium Small Medium
Weight
Which is heavier, Shetland Sheepdog or Norwich Terrier or Norwich Terrier? Shetland Sheepdog vs Norwich Terrier vs English Springer Spaniel weight comparison:
14-27 pounds (6-12 kg) 10-12 pounds (4.5-5.5 kg) Male: 45-55 pounds (20-25 kg), Female: 40-50 pounds (18-23 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
20.5 pounds (9 kg) 11 pounds (4.5-5.5 kg) Male: 50 pounds (22.5 kg), Female: 45 pounds (20.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Shetland Sheepdog or Norwich Terrier or English Springer Spaniel? Shetland Sheepdog vs Norwich Terrier vs English Springer Spaniel height comparison:
13-16 inches (33-41 cm) 10 inches (25 cm) Male: 19-21 inches (48-56 cm), Female:18-20 inches (46-51 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
14.5 inches (37 cm) 10 inches (25 cm) Male: 20 inches (52 cm), Female:19 inches (48.5 cm)

Shetland Sheepdog vs Norwich Terrier vs English Springer Spaniel Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Shetland Sheepdog or Norwich Terrier or English Springer Spaniel? Which is more expensive?
$800-$1000 $1400-$2000 $700-$800
Availability
Which is easier to get, Shetland Sheepdog or Norwich Terrier or English Springer Spaniel?
Very frequent: The Shetland Sheepdog is quite easy to get.
Frequent: The Norwich Terrier is easier than average to get.
Very frequent: The English Springer Spaniel is quite easy to get.

Shetland Sheepdog vs Norwich Terrier vs English Springer Spaniel Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Shetland Sheepdog vs Norwich Terrier vs English Springer Spaniel intelligence:
Outstanding: Shetland Sheepdog is one of the brightest dog breeds.
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Smart: The Norwich Terrier dogs have great intelligence.
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Very smart: English Springer Spaniel is an excellent dog breed.
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Trainability
Shetland Sheepdog vs Norwich Terrier vs English Springer Spaniel trainability comparison.
Shetland Sheepdog dogs are quite easy to train.
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Norwich Terrier dogs are easy to train.
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English Springer Spaniel dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Shetland Sheepdog or Norwich Terrier or English Springer Spaniel?
Shetland Sheepdog dogs are good watchdogs.
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Norwich Terrier dogs are average watchdogs.
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English Springer Spaniel dogs are average watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Shetland Sheepdog or Norwich Terrier or English Springer Spaniel? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Shetland Sheepdog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Norwich Terrier dogs are average defenders.
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English Springer Spaniel dogs are average defenders.
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Shetland Sheepdog vs Norwich Terrier vs English Springer Spaniel Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Shetland Sheepdog or Norwich Terrier or English Springer Spaniel? Shetland Sheepdog vs Norwich Terrier vs English Springer Spaniel behavior/temperament comparison:
Playful
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Energetic
Sensitive
Intelligent
Affectionate
Playful
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Affectionate
Social
Cheerful
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
Sensitive: Shetland Sheepdog dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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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: Shetland Sheepdog vs Norwich Terrier vs English Springer Spaniel?
High: Shetland Sheepdog dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Average to High: Norwich Terrier dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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High: English Springer Spaniel dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Shetland Sheepdog vs Norwich Terrier vs English Springer Spaniel social needs comparison:
Shetland Sheepdog dogs are a social breed.
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Norwich Terrier dogs need for social interaction is average.
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English Springer Spaniel dogs are a social breed.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Shetland Sheepdog dogs tend to escape less than other breeds.
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The wanderlust potential of the Norwich Terrier is strong enough to escape from home.
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The wanderlust potential of the English Springer Spaniel is strong enough to escape from home.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Shetland Sheepdog 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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Norwich Terrier 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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English Springer Spaniel dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Shetland Sheepdog vs Norwich Terrier vs English Springer Spaniel Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Shetland Sheepdog vs Norwich Terrier vs English Springer Spaniel playfulness comparison:
Average: Shetland Sheepdogs, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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The Norwich Terrier is a playful breed.
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The English Springer Spaniel is a highly playful breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Shetland Sheepdog vs Norwich Terrier vs English Springer Spaniel?
A lot: Shetland Sheepdog is a particularly loud breed.
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Average to High: The Norwich Terrier is a vocal breed.
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Average: The English Springer Spaniel barks occasionally.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Shetland Sheepdog or Norwich Terrier or English Springer Spaniel?
It is not recommended to keep the Shetland Sheepdog breed in the home.
Apartment-friendly dog the Norwich Terrier breed.
Very house-friendly dog the English Springer Spaniel breed.

Shetland Sheepdog vs Norwich Terrier vs English Springer Spaniel Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
Shetland Sheepdog dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Norwich Terrier dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
English Springer Spaniel dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Shetland Sheepdog or Norwich Terrier or English Springer Spaniel?
Shetland Sheepdog 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.
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.
English Springer Spaniel 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.

Shetland Sheepdog vs Norwich Terrier vs English Springer Spaniel Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Shetland Sheepdog or Norwich Terrier or English Springer Spaniel?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Shetland Sheepdog bite force: Ordinary.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Norwich Terrier bite force: Weak.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

English Springer Spaniel bite force: Ordinary.
Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:

Low 🔽

The Shetland Sheepdog has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Norwich Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The English Springer Spaniel has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Shetland Sheepdog vs Norwich Terrier vs English Springer Spaniel mouthiness comparison:
Shetland Sheepdog dogs have a low tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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Norwich Terrier dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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English Springer Spaniel dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Shetland Sheepdog vs Norwich Terrier vs English Springer Spaniel Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Shetland Sheepdog vs Norwich Terrier vs English Springer Spaniel health comparison. Which is the healthier: Shetland Sheepdog vs Norwich Terrier vs English Springer Spaniel?
The Shetland Sheepdog is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Norwich Terriers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
English Springer Spaniels are commonly healthy dogs.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Shetland Sheepdog vs Norwich Terrier vs English Springer Spaniel? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Shetland Sheepdog vs Norwich Terrier vs English Springer Spaniel health problems comparison:
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Patellar Luxation
Cancer
Hypothyroidism
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Von Willebrand's Disease
Epilepsy
Heart Problems
Drug Sensitivity
Elbow Dysplasia
Collie Eye Anomaly
Haemophilia
Trichiasis
No data available Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Ear Infections
Ectropion
Retinal Dysplasia
Phosphofructokinase deficiency (Tarui disease, PFK)
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Average
The Shetland Sheepdog should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Frequent
The Norwich Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Rare
The English Springer Spaniel should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Life Expectancy
Shetland Sheepdog vs Norwich Terrier vs English Springer Spaniel lifespan comparison. How long do Shetland Sheepdog, Norwich Terrier and English Springer Spaniel breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Shetland Sheepdog: 13 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Norwich Terrier: 13 years
10-14 years
The average lifespan of English Springer Spaniel: 12 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Shetland Sheepdog vs Norwich Terrier vs English Springer Spaniel?
Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Shetland Sheepdog can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Norwich Terrier can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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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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Shetland Sheepdog vs Norwich Terrier vs English Springer Spaniel Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Shetland Sheepdog or Norwich Terrier or English Springer Spaniel? Shetland Sheepdog vs Norwich Terrier vs English Springer Spaniel energy level comparison:
Shetland Sheepdog dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Norwich Terrier dogs are high-energy dogs.
English Springer Spaniel dogs are high-energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Shetland Sheepdog vs Norwich Terrier vs English Springer Spaniel exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Shetland Sheepdog or Norwich Terrier or English Springer Spaniel? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Shetland Sheepdog dogs have an average exercise need.
Norwich Terrier dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
English Springer Spaniel dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Shetland Sheepdog or Norwich Terrier or English Springer Spaniel?
Shetland Sheepdog dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Norwich Terrier dogs don't need too much sleep.
English Springer Spaniel dogs don't need too much sleep.

Shetland Sheepdog vs Norwich Terrier vs English Springer Spaniel Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Shetland Sheepdog or Norwich Terrier or English Springer Spaniel?
2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 1/4 to 1/2 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 3 to 4.5 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? Shetland Sheepdog vs Norwich Terrier vs English Springer Spaniel weight gain potential comparison:
Average: The Shetland Sheepdog has an average risk for obesity.
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High: The Norwich Terrier breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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Average: The English Springer Spaniel has an average risk for obesity.
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Shetland Sheepdog vs Norwich Terrier vs English Springer Spaniel Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Shetland Sheepdog vs Norwich Terrier vs English Springer Spaniel coat comparison:
Dense Wiry
Soft
Feathered
Colors
What are the original Shetland Sheepdog, Norwich Terrier and English Springer Spaniel color?
Black
Tan
Blue
White
Sable
Merle
Black
Tan
Red
Grizzle
Wheaten
Black
Tan
White
Liver
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Shetland Sheepdog or Norwich Terrier or English Springer Spaniel? Shetland Sheepdog vs Norwich Terrier vs English Springer Spaniel grooming comparison:
Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition.
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Average: The Norwich Terrier requires average grooming effort.
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Advanced: The English Springer Spaniel requires a lot of grooming.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Shetland Sheepdog or Norwich Terrier or English Springer Spaniel? Shetland Sheepdog or Norwich Terrier or {name3 shedding:
Shetland Sheepdog dogs shed moderately.
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Norwich Terrier dogs shed none to minimal.
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English Springer Spaniel dogs shed moderately.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Shetland Sheepdog or Norwich Terrier or English Springer Spaniel?
4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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Hypoallergenic
Shetland Sheepdog vs Norwich Terrier vs English Springer Spaniel 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, Shetland Sheepdog vs Norwich Terrier vs English Springer Spaniel?

Medium

The Shetland Sheepdog has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Norwich Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The English Springer Spaniel has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?
The Shetland Sheepdog is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Norwich Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The English Springer Spaniel is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Shetland Sheepdog vs Norwich Terrier vs English Springer Spaniel Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Shetland Sheepdog dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Norwich Terrier dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
English Springer Spaniel dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Shetland Sheepdog or Norwich Terrier or English Springer Spaniel? Which dog is more friendly?
Shetland Sheepdog dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Norwich Terrier dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
English Springer Spaniel dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Shetland Sheepdog or Norwich Terrier or English Springer Spaniel?
Shetland Sheepdog dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Norwich Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
English Springer Spaniel dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Shetland Sheepdog or Norwich Terrier or English Springer Spaniel?
Shetland Sheepdog dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Norwich Terrier dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
English Springer Spaniel dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Shetland Sheepdog or Norwich Terrier or English Springer Spaniel?
Shetland Sheepdog dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Norwich Terrier dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
English Springer Spaniel dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Shetland Sheepdog vs Norwich Terrier vs English Springer Spaniel?
Yes
Shetland Sheepdog dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Norwich Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
English Springer Spaniel dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
Shetland Sheepdog is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Norwich Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
English Springer Spaniel is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
Shetland Sheepdogs are usually recommended for elderly people.
Norwich Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.
English Springer Spaniels are usually recommended for elderly people.

Shetland Sheepdog vs Norwich Terrier vs English Springer Spaniel 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: Shetland Sheepdog or Norwich Terrier or English Springer Spaniel? Which is better for autism?

Yes

This breed makes a perfect 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.

Yes

After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.
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.

Yes

This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog
Which one could be a boat dog: Shetland Sheepdog vs Norwich Terrier vs English Springer Spaniel?

Not really

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

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

English Springer Spaniel 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.

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.

Shetland Sheepdog vs Norwich Terrier vs English Springer Spaniel 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 Shetland Sheepdog and Norwich Terrier and English Springer Spaniel have?
4-6 puppies 1-3 puppies 4-10 puppies

Shetland Sheepdog vs Norwich Terrier vs English Springer Spaniel Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1911 as a Herding breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1936 as a Terrier breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1910 as a Sporting breed.
FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI?
Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section. Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Small sized Terriers section. Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Flushing 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
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
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
Canadian Canine Registry

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