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Name	German Shepherd	Dutch Shepherd Dog	Giant Schnauzer
Origins	Germany	Netherlands	Germany
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Group	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Working Dogs
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Common Names & Aliases Compare alternative names and nicknames used for German Shepherd, Dutch Shepherd Dog, and Giant Schnauzer breeds.	Alsatian wolf dog Berger Allemand Deutscher Schäferhund Schäferhund Alsatian	Hollandse Herder Dutch Shepherd Dog	Riesenschnauzer
Breed Classification How do breed classifications differ between German Shepherd, Dutch Shepherd Dog, and Giant Schnauzer? Compare their breeding categories.	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

German Shepherd vs Dutch Shepherd Dog vs Giant Schnauzer Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Compare size differences between German Shepherd, Dutch Shepherd Dog, and Giant Schnauzer. Which breed is the largest?	Large	Large	Giant
Weight Statistics How do weights compare between German Shepherd, Dutch Shepherd Dog, and Giant Schnauzer? Compare adult weight ranges.	Male: 66-88 pounds (30-40 kg), Female: 49-71 pounds (22-32 kg)	Male: 61-70 pounds (27-31 kg) Female: 52-61 pounds (23-27 kg)	Males 60-105 pounds (27-48 kg), Female: 55-75 pounds (25-34 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 77 pounds (35 kg), Female: 60 pounds (27 kg)	Male: 65.5 pounds (29 kg) Female: 56.5 pounds (25 kg)	Males 82.5 pounds (37.5 kg), Female: 65 pounds (29.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, German Shepherd or Dutch Shepherd Dog or Giant Schnauzer? German Shepherd vs Dutch Shepherd Dog vs Giant Schnauzer height comparison:	Male: 24-26 inches (60-65 cm), Female: 22-24 inches (55-60 cm)	Male: 22-25 inches (56-63 cm), Female: 21-24 inches (53-61 cm)	Male: 26-28 inches (66-71 cm), Female: 23-26 inches (58-66 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 25 inches (62.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (57.5 cm)	Male: 23.5 inches (60 cm), Female: 22.5 inches (57 cm)	Male: 27 inches (68.5 cm), Female: 24.5 inches (62 cm)

German Shepherd vs Dutch Shepherd Dog vs Giant Schnauzer Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy costs for German Shepherd, Dutch Shepherd Dog, and Giant Schnauzer. Find price differences between these breeds.	$800-$2000	$1000-$1200	$1000-$1500
Availability Which is easier to get, German Shepherd or Dutch Shepherd Dog or Giant Schnauzer?	Very frequent: The German Shepherd 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.	Very frequent: The Giant Schnauzer is quite easy to get.

German Shepherd vs Dutch Shepherd Dog vs Giant Schnauzer Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Compare intelligence levels between German Shepherd, Dutch Shepherd Dog, and Giant Schnauzer. Which breed ranks highest?	Outstanding: German Shepherd is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Smart: The Dutch Shepherd Dog dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Smart: The Giant Schnauzer dogs have great intelligence. See more.
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Training Difficulty Compare training difficulty levels between German Shepherd, Dutch Shepherd Dog, and Giant Schnauzer. Which is easiest to train?	German Shepherd dogs are easy to train. See more.	Dutch Shepherd Dog dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Giant Schnauzer dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Rating Compare watchdog abilities of German Shepherd, Dutch Shepherd Dog, and Giant Schnauzer. Which breed is most alert?	German Shepherd dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Dutch Shepherd Dog dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Giant Schnauzer dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Compare territorial instincts between German Shepherd, Dutch Shepherd Dog, and Giant Schnauzer. Which breed is most protective?	German Shepherd dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Dutch Shepherd Dog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Giant Schnauzer dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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German Shepherd vs Dutch Shepherd Dog vs Giant Schnauzer Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits How do personalities differ between German Shepherd, Dutch Shepherd Dog, and Giant Schnauzer? Compare temperaments.	Curious Alert Courageous Intelligent Confident Obedient Loyal Watchful	Alert Affectionate Obedient Reliable Loyal Trainable	Powerful Intelligent Dominant Loyal Kind Strong Willed
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Sensitive: German Shepherd dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	Dutch Shepherd Dog dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
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Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: German Shepherd vs Dutch Shepherd Dog vs Giant Schnauzer?	High: German Shepherd dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: Dutch Shepherd Dog dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	Average: Giant Schnauzer dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.
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Social Needs German Shepherd vs Dutch Shepherd Dog vs Giant Schnauzer social needs comparison:	German Shepherd dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Dutch Shepherd Dog dogs are a social breed. See more.	Giant Schnauzer dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	German Shepherd dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.	Dutch Shepherd Dog dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Giant Schnauzer is strong enough to escape from home. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	German Shepherd dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Dutch Shepherd 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.	Giant Schnauzer dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

German Shepherd vs Dutch Shepherd Dog vs Giant Schnauzer Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Compare barking frequencies of German Shepherd, Dutch Shepherd Dog, and Giant Schnauzer. Which breed is most vocal?	Low to Average: The German Shepherd rarely barks. See more.	Low to Average: The Dutch Shepherd Dog rarely barks. See more.	Average: The Giant Schnauzer barks occasionally. See more.
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Playful Nature Compare playfulness levels between German Shepherd, Dutch Shepherd Dog, and Giant Schnauzer. Which breed is most playful?	Average: German Shepherds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Dutch Shepherd Dog is a playful breed. See more.	The Giant Schnauzer is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Compare apartment suitability of German Shepherd, Dutch Shepherd Dog, and Giant Schnauzer. Which adapts best to small spaces?	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 Shepherd 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 Dutch Shepherd Dog indoors.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Giant Schnauzer breed.
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German Shepherd vs Dutch Shepherd Dog vs Giant Schnauzer Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Compare adaptability between German Shepherd, Dutch Shepherd Dog, and Giant Schnauzer. Which breed is most flexible?	German Shepherd dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Average: Dutch Shepherd Dog dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Average: Giant Schnauzer dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: German Shepherd or Dutch Shepherd Dog or Giant Schnauzer?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Dutch Shepherd 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.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

German Shepherd vs Dutch Shepherd Dog vs Giant Schnauzer Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Compare biting potential between German Shepherd, Dutch Shepherd Dog, and Giant Schnauzer. Which has lowest bite risk?	High 🔼 The German Shepherd has a high chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Dutch Shepherd Dog has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Giant Schnauzer has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Compare mouthing tendencies between German Shepherd, Dutch Shepherd Dog, and Giant Schnauzer. Which uses mouth most during play?	German Shepherd dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Dutch Shepherd Dog dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Giant Schnauzer dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.
Bite Strength Rating Compare bite forces between German Shepherd, Dutch Shepherd Dog, and Giant Schnauzer. Which has the strongest bite?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ German Shepherd bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Dutch Shepherd Dog bite force: Ordinary.	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Giant Schnauzer bite force: The Strongest.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force

German Shepherd vs Dutch Shepherd Dog vs Giant Schnauzer Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Compare life expectancies of German Shepherd, Dutch Shepherd Dog, and Giant Schnauzer. Which breed lives longest?	9-13 years The average lifespan of German Shepherd: 11 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Dutch Shepherd Dog: 13 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Giant Schnauzer: 11 years
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Climate Tolerance Compare weather adaptability between German Shepherd, Dutch Shepherd Dog, and Giant Schnauzer. Which handles climate changes best?	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 Giant Schnauzer can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.
Health Concerns Compare health problems common in German Shepherd, Dutch Shepherd Dog, and Giant Schnauzer. Which has fewer health issues?	German Shepherds are commonly healthy dogs.	The Dutch Shepherd Dog is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Giant Schnauzers are commonly healthy dogs.
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Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Rare The German Shepherd should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Average The Dutch Shepherd Dog should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Rare The Giant Schnauzer should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: German Shepherd vs Dutch Shepherd Dog vs Giant Schnauzer? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? German Shepherd vs Dutch Shepherd Dog vs Giant Schnauzer health problems comparison:	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Allergies Cancer Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Bloat Epilepsy Blindness Cherry Eye Elbow Dysplasia Diabetes Heart Disease Retinal Dysplasia Demodectic Mange Degenerative Myelopathy Wobbler's Syndrome Panosteitis Hemophilia B Megaesophagus Cushing's Syndrome Lens Luxation Exocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency Chronic Diarrhea Cruciate Ligament Rupture Digestive Problems Hemophilia A Hypertrophic Osteodystrophy Lupus Myasthenia Gravis Nail Bed Disease Osteochondrosis Pannus Paralysis Perianal Fistula Seborrhea Vitiligo	No data available	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Cancer Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Heart Problems Elbow Dysplasia Retinal Dysplasia Glaucoma Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca

German Shepherd vs Dutch Shepherd Dog vs Giant Schnauzer Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Compare energy levels between German Shepherd, Dutch Shepherd Dog, and Giant Schnauzer. Which breed is most active?	German Shepherd dogs are high-energy dogs.	Dutch Shepherd Dog dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Giant Schnauzer dogs are high-energy dogs.
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Activity Requirement / Exercise Need German Shepherd vs Dutch Shepherd Dog vs Giant Schnauzer exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: German Shepherd or Dutch Shepherd Dog or Giant Schnauzer? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	German Shepherd dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Dutch Shepherd Dog dogs have an average exercise need.	Giant Schnauzer dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: German Shepherd or Dutch Shepherd Dog or Giant Schnauzer?	German Shepherd dogs don't need too much sleep.	Dutch Shepherd Dog dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Giant Schnauzer dogs don't need too much sleep.
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German Shepherd vs Dutch Shepherd Dog vs Giant Schnauzer Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Compare weight gain tendencies between German Shepherd, Dutch Shepherd Dog, and Giant Schnauzer. Which is most prone to obesity?	Low to Average: The German Shepherd has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Low to Average: The Dutch Shepherd Dog has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Giant Schnauzer has an average risk for obesity. See more.
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Food Consumption Compare food requirements between German Shepherd, Dutch Shepherd Dog, and Giant Schnauzer. Which needs most food?	3 to 4 cups 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.	8 to 10 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals
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German Shepherd vs Dutch Shepherd Dog vs Giant Schnauzer Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Compare hypoallergenic qualities of German Shepherd, Dutch Shepherd Dog, and Giant Schnauzer. Which is best for allergy sufferers?	No See more.	No See more.	Yes See more.
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Coat Colors Compare color variations between German Shepherd, Dutch Shepherd Dog, and Giant Schnauzer. What colors are available?	Black Tan Red Silver	Blue Silver Yellow Brindle Golden Grey Salt & Pepper	Black Pepper Salt
Grooming Requirements Compare grooming needs between German Shepherd, Dutch Shepherd Dog, and Giant Schnauzer. Which requires most maintenance?	Average: The German Shepherd requires average grooming effort. See more.	Easy to groom: The Dutch Shepherd Dog doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Average: The Giant Schnauzer requires average grooming effort. See more.
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Drooling Tendency Compare drooling tendencies between German Shepherd, Dutch Shepherd Dog, and Giant Schnauzer. Which drools least?	The German Shepherd is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Dutch Shepherd Dog is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The Giant Schnauzer is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Compare odor levels between German Shepherd, Dutch Shepherd Dog, and Giant Schnauzer. Which has least natural smell?	Medium ⏺ The German Shepherd has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Dutch Shepherd Dog has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Giant Schnauzer has a low chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics Compare coat types between German Shepherd, Dutch Shepherd Dog, and Giant Schnauzer. How do their fur characteristics differ?	Fuzzy	Wiry	Wiry
Bathing Needs Compare bathing needs between German Shepherd, Dutch Shepherd Dog, and Giant Schnauzer. Which requires most frequent baths?	8-12 weeks Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	8-12 weeks Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	8-12 weeks Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.
Shedding Level Who sheds more German Shepherd or Dutch Shepherd Dog or Giant Schnauzer? German Shepherd or Dutch Shepherd Dog or {name3 shedding:	German Shepherd dogs are heavy shedders. See more.	Dutch Shepherd Dog dogs shed moderately. See more.	Giant Schnauzer dogs shed none to minimal. See more.
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German Shepherd vs Dutch Shepherd Dog vs Giant Schnauzer Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Compare child-friendliness between German Shepherd, Dutch Shepherd Dog, and Giant Schnauzer. Which is best with kids?	German Shepherd dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Dutch Shepherd Dog dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.	Giant Schnauzer dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.
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Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	German Shepherd dogs are generally with other pets.	Dutch Shepherd Dog dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.	Giant Schnauzer dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly German Shepherd or Dutch Shepherd Dog or Giant Schnauzer? Which dog is more friendly?	German Shepherd dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Dutch Shepherd Dog dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Giant Schnauzer dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly German Shepherd or Dutch Shepherd Dog or Giant Schnauzer?	German Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Dutch Shepherd Dog dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Giant Schnauzer dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
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Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly German Shepherd or Dutch Shepherd Dog or Giant Schnauzer?	German Shepherd dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Dutch Shepherd Dog dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Giant Schnauzer dogs are not dog-friendly.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: German Shepherd vs Dutch Shepherd Dog vs Giant Schnauzer?	Yes German Shepherd dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Dutch Shepherd Dog dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Giant Schnauzer dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No German Shepherd is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Dutch Shepherd Dog is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Giant Schnauzer is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	German Shepherds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Dutch Shepherd Dogs are commonly okay with elderly people.	Giant Schnauzers are not the best breed for elderly people.

German Shepherd vs Dutch Shepherd Dog vs Giant Schnauzer As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Compare service dog potential between German Shepherd, Dutch Shepherd Dog, and Giant Schnauzer. Which is best suited for service work?	Yes This breed makes good 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 Work Suitability Compare therapy dog potential between German Shepherd, Dutch Shepherd Dog, and Giant Schnauzer. Which excels in therapy work?	Yes This breed makes a perfect 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.
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Scent Detection Ability Compare detection capabilities between German Shepherd, Dutch Shepherd Dog, and Giant Schnauzer. Which has best nose work ability?	Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.	Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search & Rescue Potential Compare search and rescue potential between German Shepherd, Dutch Shepherd Dog, and Giant Schnauzer. Which is best for SAR work?	Yes This breed would make an excellent 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.
Maritime Work Ability Compare boating aptitude between German Shepherd, Dutch Shepherd Dog, and Giant Schnauzer. Which is best suited for water work?	Not really German Shepherd breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Dutch Shepherd Dog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Giant Schnauzer breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Compare cart pulling abilities between German Shepherd, Dutch Shepherd Dog, and Giant Schnauzer. Which is best for draft work?	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.
Military Service Background Compare military service history of German Shepherd, Dutch Shepherd Dog, and Giant Schnauzer. Which has most military use?	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

German Shepherd vs Dutch Shepherd Dog vs Giant Schnauzer Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare typical litter sizes of German Shepherd, Dutch Shepherd Dog, and Giant Schnauzer. Which has most puppies?	6-10 puppies	6-10 puppies	5-8 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare gestation periods of German Shepherd, Dutch Shepherd Dog, and Giant Schnauzer. Any breeding differences?	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding intervals between German Shepherd, Dutch Shepherd Dog, and Giant Schnauzer. What's recommended?	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.

German Shepherd vs Dutch Shepherd Dog vs Giant Schnauzer Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC groups for German Shepherd, Dutch Shepherd Dog, and Giant Schnauzer. How are they classified?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1908 as a Herding breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club as a Miscellaneous breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1930 as a Working breed.
FCI Classification Compare FCI groups for German Shepherd, Dutch Shepherd Dog, and Giant Schnauzer. How are they classified internationally?	Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section.	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Pinscher and Schnauzer type section.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare breed recognition status of German Shepherd, Dutch Shepherd Dog, and Giant Schnauzer. Which has most recognition?	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 German Shepherd Dog Club Of America	American Canine Registry America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale American Canine Association, Inc. Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club United Kennel Club Foundation Stock Service	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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