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German Shepherd vs East-European Shepherd vs Boston Terrier Comparison - Dog breed selector: Alsatian wolf dog or Vostochnoevropejskaya Ovcharka or American Gentlemen? Find the right dog for you

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Name German Shepherd East-European Shepherd Boston Terrier
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Group Pastoral / Herding Dogs Pastoral / Herding Dogs Companion Dogs
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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for German Shepherd, East-European Shepherd, and Boston Terrier breeds.
Alsatian wolf dog
Berger Allemand
Deutscher Schäferhund
Schäferhund
Alsatian
Vostochnoevropejskaya Ovcharka
Byelorussian Ovcharka
American Gentlemen
Boston Bull Terrier
Boxwood
Boston Bull
Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between German Shepherd, East-European Shepherd, and Boston Terrier? Compare their breeding categories.
Purebred Cross Breed Purebred

German Shepherd vs East-European Shepherd vs Boston Terrier Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Compare size differences between German Shepherd, East-European Shepherd, and Boston Terrier. Which breed is the largest?
Large Large Small
Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between German Shepherd, East-European Shepherd, and Boston Terrier? Compare adult weight ranges.
Male: 66-88 pounds (30-40 kg), Female: 49-71 pounds (22-32 kg) Male: 77–132 pounds (35–60 kg), Female: 66–110 pounds (30–50 kg) 10-25 pounds (6-11kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 77 pounds (35 kg), Female: 60 pounds (27 kg) Male: 77–132 pounds (35–60 kg), Female: 66–110 pounds (30–50 kg) 17.5 pounds (8.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, German Shepherd or East-European Shepherd or Boston Terrier? German Shepherd vs East-European Shepherd vs Boston Terrier height comparison:
Male: 24-26 inches (60-65 cm), Female: 22-24 inches (55-60 cm) Male: 26-30 inches (66-76 cm), Female: 24-28 inches (61-72 cm) 15-17 inches (38-43 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 25 inches (62.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (57.5 cm) Male: 28 inches (71 cm), Female: 26 inches (66.5 cm) 16 inches (40.5 cm)

German Shepherd vs East-European Shepherd vs Boston Terrier Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range
Compare puppy costs for German Shepherd, East-European Shepherd, and Boston Terrier. Find price differences between these breeds.
$800-$2000 $800-$1000 $600-$800
Availability
Which is easier to get, German Shepherd or East-European Shepherd or Boston Terrier?
Very frequent: The German Shepherd is quite easy to get.
Average: The East-European Shepherd is a commonly available dog breed.
Very frequent: The Boston Terrier is quite easy to get.

German Shepherd vs East-European Shepherd vs Boston Terrier Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between German Shepherd, East-European Shepherd, and Boston Terrier. Which breed ranks highest?
Outstanding: German Shepherd is one of the brightest dog breeds.
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Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between German Shepherd, East-European Shepherd, and Boston Terrier. Which is easiest to train?
German Shepherd dogs are easy to train.
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East-European Shepherd dogs are quite easy to train.
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Boston Terrier dogs are quite easy to train.
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Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of German Shepherd, East-European Shepherd, and Boston Terrier. Which breed is most alert?
German Shepherd dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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East-European Shepherd dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Boston Terrier dogs are average watchdogs.
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Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between German Shepherd, East-European Shepherd, and Boston Terrier. Which breed is most protective?
German Shepherd dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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East-European Shepherd dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Boston Terrier dogs are average defenders.
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German Shepherd vs East-European Shepherd vs Boston Terrier Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between German Shepherd, East-European Shepherd, and Boston Terrier? Compare temperaments.
Curious
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Confident
Obedient
Loyal
Watchful
Playful
Protective
Intelligent
Loyal
Aggressive
Playful
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Aggressive
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.
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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Sensitive: Boston Terrier dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: German Shepherd vs East-European Shepherd vs Boston Terrier?
High: German Shepherd dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Average to High: East-European Shepherd dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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High: Boston Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
German Shepherd vs East-European Shepherd vs Boston Terrier social needs comparison:
German Shepherd dogs need for social interaction is average.
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East-European Shepherd dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Boston Terrier dogs are a social breed.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
German Shepherd dogs are not the biggest explorers.
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East-European Shepherd dogs tend to escape less than other breeds.
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Boston Terrier dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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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.
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East-European Shepherd dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Boston Terrier dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals.
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German Shepherd vs East-European Shepherd vs Boston Terrier Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of German Shepherd, East-European Shepherd, and Boston Terrier. Which breed is most vocal?
Low to Average: The German Shepherd rarely barks.
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Average: The East-European Shepherd barks occasionally.
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Low to Average: The Boston Terrier rarely barks.
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between German Shepherd, East-European Shepherd, and Boston Terrier. Which breed is most playful?
Average: German Shepherds, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Average: East-European Shepherds, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Average: Boston Terriers, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of German Shepherd, East-European Shepherd, and Boston Terrier. 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 East-European Shepherd indoors.
Very house-friendly dog the Boston Terrier breed.

German Shepherd vs East-European Shepherd vs Boston Terrier Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between German Shepherd, East-European Shepherd, and Boston Terrier. Which breed is most flexible?
German Shepherd dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
East-European Shepherd dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Boston Terrier dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: German Shepherd or East-European Shepherd or Boston Terrier?
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.
East-European Shepherd dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
Boston Terrier dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.

German Shepherd vs East-European Shepherd vs Boston Terrier Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between German Shepherd, East-European Shepherd, and Boston Terrier. Which has lowest bite risk?

High 🔼

The German Shepherd has a high chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The East-European Shepherd has a low chance of biting somebody.

Moderate

The Boston Terrier has an average chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between German Shepherd, East-European Shepherd, and Boston Terrier. Which uses mouth most during play?
German Shepherd dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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East-European Shepherd dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Boston Terrier dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Bite Strength Rating
Compare bite forces between German Shepherd, East-European Shepherd, and Boston Terrier. Which has the strongest bite?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

German Shepherd bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

East-European Shepherd bite force: Ordinary.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Boston Terrier bite force: Weak.

German Shepherd vs East-European Shepherd vs Boston Terrier Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of German Shepherd, East-European Shepherd, and Boston Terrier. Which breed lives longest?
9-13 years
The average lifespan of German Shepherd: 11 years
10-14 years
The average lifespan of East-European Shepherd: 12 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Boston Terrier: 13 years
Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between German Shepherd, East-European Shepherd, and Boston Terrier. 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.
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Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The East-European Shepherd 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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Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in German Shepherd, East-European Shepherd, and Boston Terrier. Which has fewer health issues?
German Shepherds are commonly healthy dogs.
East-European Shepherds tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
The Boston Terrier is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
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).
Frequent
The East-European Shepherd should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Average
The Boston Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: German Shepherd vs East-European Shepherd vs Boston Terrier? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? German Shepherd vs East-European Shepherd vs Boston Terrier 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
Heart Murmurs
Patellar Luxation
Allergies
Deafness
Cherry Eye
Brain Tumors
Megaesophagus
Reverse Sneezing

German Shepherd vs East-European Shepherd vs Boston Terrier Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating
Compare energy levels between German Shepherd, East-European Shepherd, and Boston Terrier. Which breed is most active?
German Shepherd dogs are high-energy dogs.
East-European Shepherd dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Boston Terrier dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
German Shepherd vs East-European Shepherd vs Boston Terrier exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: German Shepherd or East-European Shepherd or Boston Terrier? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
German Shepherd dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
East-European Shepherd dogs have an average exercise need.
Boston Terrier dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: German Shepherd or East-European Shepherd or Boston Terrier?
German Shepherd dogs don't need too much sleep.
East-European Shepherd dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
Boston Terrier dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.

German Shepherd vs East-European Shepherd vs Boston Terrier Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between German Shepherd, East-European Shepherd, and Boston Terrier. Which is most prone to obesity?
Low to Average: The German Shepherd has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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Average: The East-European Shepherd has an average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Boston Terrier has an average risk for obesity.
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between German Shepherd, East-European Shepherd, and Boston Terrier. Which needs most food?
3 to 4 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 5 to 6 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 0.5 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.

German Shepherd vs East-European Shepherd vs Boston Terrier Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of German Shepherd, East-European Shepherd, and Boston Terrier. Which is best for allergy sufferers?
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between German Shepherd, East-European Shepherd, and Boston Terrier. What colors are available?
Black
Tan
Red
Silver
Black
Tan
Blue
White
Black
White
Brindle
Seal
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between German Shepherd, East-European Shepherd, and Boston Terrier. Which requires most maintenance?
Average: The German Shepherd requires average grooming effort.
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Average: The East-European Shepherd requires average grooming effort.
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Effortless: The Boston Terrier requires minimal grooming.
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Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between German Shepherd, East-European Shepherd, and Boston Terrier. Which drools least?
The German Shepherd is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The East-European Shepherd drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed.
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The Boston Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between German Shepherd, East-European Shepherd, and Boston Terrier. Which has least natural smell?

Medium

The German Shepherd has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The East-European Shepherd has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Boston Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between German Shepherd, East-European Shepherd, and Boston Terrier. How do their fur characteristics differ?
Fuzzy Dense Fine
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between German Shepherd, East-European Shepherd, and Boston Terrier. Which requires most frequent baths?
8-12 weeks
Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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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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Shedding Level
Who sheds more German Shepherd or East-European Shepherd or Boston Terrier? German Shepherd or East-European Shepherd or {name3 shedding:
German Shepherd dogs are heavy shedders.
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East-European Shepherd dogs shed moderately.
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Boston Terrier dogs shed moderately.
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German Shepherd vs East-European Shepherd vs Boston Terrier Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility
Compare child-friendliness between German Shepherd, East-European Shepherd, and Boston Terrier. Which is best with kids?
German Shepherd dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
East-European Shepherd dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.
Boston Terrier dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Pet Compatibility
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
German Shepherd dogs are generally with other pets.
East-European Shepherd dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Boston Terrier dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly German Shepherd or East-European Shepherd or Boston Terrier? Which dog is more friendly?
German Shepherd dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
East-European Shepherd dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Boston Terrier dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly German Shepherd or East-European Shepherd or Boston Terrier?
German Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards cats.
East-European Shepherd dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Boston Terrier dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly German Shepherd or East-European Shepherd or Boston Terrier?
German Shepherd dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
East-European Shepherd dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Boston Terrier dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: German Shepherd vs East-European Shepherd vs Boston Terrier?
Yes
German Shepherd dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
East-European Shepherd dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Boston Terrier 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
East-European Shepherd is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Boston Terrier 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.
East-European Shepherds are commonly okay with elderly people.
Boston Terriers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

German Shepherd vs East-European Shepherd vs Boston Terrier As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between German Shepherd, East-European Shepherd, and Boston Terrier. Which is best suited for service work?

Yes

This breed makes good 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 Work Suitability
Compare therapy dog potential between German Shepherd, East-European Shepherd, and Boston Terrier. Which excels in therapy work?

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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Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between German Shepherd, East-European Shepherd, and Boston Terrier. Which has best nose work ability?

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.

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, East-European Shepherd, and Boston Terrier. Which is best for SAR work?

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.
Maritime Work Ability
Compare boating aptitude between German Shepherd, East-European Shepherd, and Boston Terrier. Which is best suited for water work?

Not really

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

East-European Shepherd breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Boston Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between German Shepherd, East-European Shepherd, and Boston Terrier. Which is best for draft work?

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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Military Service Background
Compare military service history of German Shepherd, East-European Shepherd, and Boston Terrier. 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.

Yes

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

German Shepherd vs East-European Shepherd vs Boston Terrier Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of German Shepherd, East-European Shepherd, and Boston Terrier. Which has most puppies?
6-10 puppies 4-10 puppies 3-5 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of German Shepherd, East-European Shepherd, and Boston Terrier. Any breeding differences?
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Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between German Shepherd, East-European Shepherd, and Boston Terrier. What's recommended?

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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German Shepherd vs East-European Shepherd vs Boston Terrier Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for German Shepherd, East-European Shepherd, and Boston Terrier. How are they classified?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1908 as a Herding breed. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1893 as a Non-Sporting breed.
FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for German Shepherd, East-European Shepherd, and Boston Terrier. 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 Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Small Molossian type Dogs section.
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of German Shepherd, East-European Shepherd, and Boston Terrier. 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
No data available 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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