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Name	German Pinscher	Miniature Bull Terrier	Miniature Shar Pei
Origins	Germany	England	China
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Group	Working Dogs	Hunting Dogs	Companion Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Glatthaariger Pinscher Standard Pinscher	Mini Bull Terrier	Mini Pei Miniature Chinese Shar-Pei Mini Shar Pei
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? German Pinscher vs Miniature Bull Terrier vs Miniature Shar Pei breed type comparison:	Purebred	Cross Breed	Purebred

German Pinscher vs Miniature Bull Terrier vs Miniature Shar Pei Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, German Pinscher or Miniature Bull Terrier or Miniature Shar Pei? Which is the smallest dog, German Pinscher or Miniature Bull Terrier or Miniature Shar Pei?	Medium	Small	Small
Weight Which is heavier, German Pinscher or Miniature Bull Terrier or Miniature Bull Terrier? German Pinscher vs Miniature Bull Terrier vs Miniature Shar Pei weight comparison:	25-35 pounds (11-16 kg)	20–35 pounds (9-15 kg)	25-40 pounds (11-18 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	30 pounds (13.5 kg)	20–35 pounds (9-15 kg)	32.5 pounds (14.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, German Pinscher or Miniature Bull Terrier or Miniature Shar Pei? German Pinscher vs Miniature Bull Terrier vs Miniature Shar Pei height comparison:	16-19 inches (41-48 cm)	14 inches (35.4 cm)	17 inches and under (43 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	17.5 inches (44.5 cm)	14 inches (35.4 cm)	17 inches and under (43 cm)

German Pinscher vs Miniature Bull Terrier vs Miniature Shar Pei Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, German Pinscher or Miniature Bull Terrier or Miniature Shar Pei? Which is more expensive?	$1400-$1600	$2400-$3000	$1500-$2000
Availability Which is easier to get, German Pinscher or Miniature Bull Terrier or Miniature Shar Pei?	Frequent: The German Pinscher is easier than average to get.	Frequent: The Miniature Bull Terrier is easier than average to get.	Average: The Miniature Shar Pei is a commonly available dog breed.

German Pinscher vs Miniature Bull Terrier vs Miniature Shar Pei Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? German Pinscher vs Miniature Bull Terrier vs Miniature Shar Pei intelligence:	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Smart: The Miniature Shar Pei dogs have great intelligence. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability German Pinscher vs Miniature Bull Terrier vs Miniature Shar Pei trainability comparison.	German Pinscher dogs are easy to train. See more.	A slightly harder to train than average. See more.	Miniature Shar Pei dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: German Pinscher or Miniature Bull Terrier or Miniature Shar Pei?	German Pinscher dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Miniature Bull Terrier dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Miniature Shar Pei dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog German Pinscher or Miniature Bull Terrier or Miniature Shar Pei? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	German Pinscher dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Miniature Bull Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Miniature Shar Pei dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
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German Pinscher vs Miniature Bull Terrier vs Miniature Shar Pei Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, German Pinscher or Miniature Bull Terrier or Miniature Shar Pei? German Pinscher vs Miniature Bull Terrier vs Miniature Shar Pei behavior/temperament comparison:	Loving Courageous Lively Outright Tempered Spirited Familiar	Playful Loving Stubborn Energetic Courageous Outright Tempered	Playful Independent Alert Confident Affectionate Adaptable Calm
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Sensitive: Miniature Bull Terrier 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.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: German Pinscher vs Miniature Bull Terrier vs Miniature Shar Pei?	Average to High: German Pinscher dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	Average to High: Miniature Bull Terrier dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	High: Miniature Shar Pei dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs German Pinscher vs Miniature Bull Terrier vs Miniature Shar Pei social needs comparison:	German Pinscher dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Miniature Bull Terrier dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Miniature Shar Pei dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	The wanderlust potential of the German Pinscher is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Miniature Bull Terrier dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	Miniature Shar Pei dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	German Pinscher dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Miniature Bull Terrier dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Miniature Shar Pei 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.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

German Pinscher vs Miniature Bull Terrier vs Miniature Shar Pei Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness German Pinscher vs Miniature Bull Terrier vs Miniature Shar Pei playfulness comparison:	The German Pinscher is a playful breed. See more.	The Miniature Bull Terrier is a highly playful breed. See more.	Average: Miniature Shar Peis, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: German Pinscher vs Miniature Bull Terrier vs Miniature Shar Pei?	Average: The German Pinscher barks occasionally. See more.	Low to Average: The Miniature Bull Terrier rarely barks. See more.	Low: The Miniature Shar Pei barks none to minimal. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly German Pinscher or Miniature Bull Terrier or Miniature Shar Pei?	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 German Pinscher indoors.	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 Miniature Bull Terrier indoors.	Apartment-friendly dog the Miniature Shar Pei breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

German Pinscher vs Miniature Bull Terrier vs Miniature Shar Pei Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Average: German Pinscher dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Miniature Bull Terrier dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Average: Miniature Shar Pei dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: German Pinscher or Miniature Bull Terrier or Miniature Shar Pei?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Miniature Bull Terrier dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Miniature Shar Pei 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.

German Pinscher vs Miniature Bull Terrier vs Miniature Shar Pei Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: German Pinscher or Miniature Bull Terrier or Miniature Shar Pei?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ German Pinscher bite force: Ordinary.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Miniature Bull Terrier bite force: Weak.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Miniature Shar Pei bite force: Weak.
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 German Pinscher has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Miniature Bull Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Miniature Shar Pei has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? German Pinscher vs Miniature Bull Terrier vs Miniature Shar Pei mouthiness comparison:	German Pinscher dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Miniature Bull Terrier dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Miniature Shar Pei dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

German Pinscher vs Miniature Bull Terrier vs Miniature Shar Pei Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues German Pinscher vs Miniature Bull Terrier vs Miniature Shar Pei health comparison. Which is the healthier: German Pinscher vs Miniature Bull Terrier vs Miniature Shar Pei?	German Pinschers are commonly healthy dogs.	The Miniature Bull Terrier is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Very healthy dog breed.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: German Pinscher vs Miniature Bull Terrier vs Miniature Shar Pei? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? German Pinscher vs Miniature Bull Terrier vs Miniature Shar Pei health problems comparison:	No data available	No data available	Allergies Entropion Skin Irritation
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Rare The German Pinscher should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Average The Miniature Bull Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Rare The Miniature Shar Pei should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy German Pinscher vs Miniature Bull Terrier vs Miniature Shar Pei lifespan comparison. How long do German Pinscher, Miniature Bull Terrier and Miniature Shar Pei breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	11-15 years The average lifespan of German Pinscher: 13 years	11-13 years The average lifespan of Miniature Bull Terrier: 12 years	9-11 years The average lifespan of Miniature Shar Pei: 10 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: German Pinscher vs Miniature Bull Terrier vs Miniature Shar Pei?	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 warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Miniature Shar Pei can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.

German Pinscher vs Miniature Bull Terrier vs Miniature Shar Pei Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a German Pinscher or Miniature Bull Terrier or Miniature Shar Pei? German Pinscher vs Miniature Bull Terrier vs Miniature Shar Pei energy level comparison:	German Pinscher dogs are high-energy dogs.	Miniature Bull Terrier dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Miniature Shar Pei dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need German Pinscher vs Miniature Bull Terrier vs Miniature Shar Pei exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: German Pinscher or Miniature Bull Terrier or Miniature Shar Pei? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	German Pinscher dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Miniature Bull Terrier dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Miniature Shar Pei dogs exercise need is minimal.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: German Pinscher or Miniature Bull Terrier or Miniature Shar Pei?	German Pinscher dogs don't need too much sleep.	Miniature Bull Terrier dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Miniature Shar Pei dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

German Pinscher vs Miniature Bull Terrier vs Miniature Shar Pei Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: German Pinscher or Miniature Bull Terrier or Miniature Shar Pei?	2 to 2.5 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	2 to 3 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? German Pinscher vs Miniature Bull Terrier vs Miniature Shar Pei weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The German Pinscher has an average risk for obesity. See more.	High: The Miniature Bull Terrier breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Miniature Shar Pei's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

German Pinscher vs Miniature Bull Terrier vs Miniature Shar Pei Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? German Pinscher vs Miniature Bull Terrier vs Miniature Shar Pei coat comparison:	Dense Shiny Smooth	Dense Smooth	Harsh Prickly
Colors What are the original German Pinscher, Miniature Bull Terrier and Miniature Shar Pei color?	Black Tan Red Blue Brown	Red White Fawn Brindle Tricolor	Black Red Blue Cream Brown Fawn Apricot
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, German Pinscher or Miniature Bull Terrier or Miniature Shar Pei? German Pinscher vs Miniature Bull Terrier vs Miniature Shar Pei grooming comparison:	Effortless: The German Pinscher requires minimal grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Miniature Bull Terrier requires minimal grooming. See more.	Average: The Miniature Shar Pei requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more German Pinscher or Miniature Bull Terrier or Miniature Shar Pei? German Pinscher or Miniature Bull Terrier or {name3 shedding:	German Pinscher dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Miniature Bull Terrier dogs shed moderately. See more.	Miniature Shar Pei dogs shed none to minimal. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: German Pinscher or Miniature Bull Terrier or Miniature Shar Pei?	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.
Hypoallergenic German Pinscher vs Miniature Bull Terrier vs Miniature Shar Pei 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, German Pinscher vs Miniature Bull Terrier vs Miniature Shar Pei?	Low 🔽 The German Pinscher has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Miniature Bull Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Miniature Shar Pei has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The German Pinscher is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Miniature Bull Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Miniature Shar Pei 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.

German Pinscher vs Miniature Bull Terrier vs Miniature Shar Pei Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	German Pinscher dogs are generally with other pets.	Miniature Bull Terrier dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.	Miniature Shar Pei dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly German Pinscher or Miniature Bull Terrier or Miniature Shar Pei? Which dog is more friendly?	German Pinscher dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Miniature Bull Terrier dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Miniature Shar Pei dogs are not 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 German Pinscher or Miniature Bull Terrier or Miniature Shar Pei?	German Pinscher dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Miniature Bull Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Miniature Shar Pei dogs are not kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly German Pinscher or Miniature Bull Terrier or Miniature Shar Pei?	German Pinscher dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Miniature Bull Terrier dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.	Miniature Shar Pei dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly German Pinscher or Miniature Bull Terrier or Miniature Shar Pei?	German Pinscher dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Miniature Bull Terrier dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Miniature Shar Pei dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: German Pinscher vs Miniature Bull Terrier vs Miniature Shar Pei?	Yes German Pinscher dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	No Miniature Bull Terrier dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.	Yes Miniature Shar Pei dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No German Pinscher is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Miniature Bull Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Miniature Shar Pei is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	German Pinschers are usually recommended for elderly people.	Miniature Bull Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.	Miniature Shar Peis are not recommended for elderly people.

German Pinscher vs Miniature Bull Terrier vs Miniature Shar Pei 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: German Pinscher or Miniature Bull Terrier or Miniature Shar Pei? 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: German Pinscher vs Miniature Bull Terrier vs Miniature Shar Pei?	Not really German Pinscher breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Miniature Bull Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Miniature Shar Pei 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.

German Pinscher vs Miniature Bull Terrier vs Miniature Shar Pei 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 German Pinscher and Miniature Bull Terrier and Miniature Shar Pei have?	6-8 puppies	1-9 puppies, average 5	4-6 puppies
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German Pinscher vs Miniature Bull Terrier vs Miniature Shar Pei Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2003 as a Working breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1991 as a Terrier breed.	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.	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?	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry 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	No data available	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry 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

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