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Name	Rottweiler	Boerboel	Doberman Pinscher
Origins	Germany	South Africa	Germany
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Group	Working Dogs	Working Dogs	Working Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Rott Rottie	South African Mastiff South African Boerboel	Doberman Dobermann Dobynm Dobie
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Rottweiler vs Boerboel vs Doberman Pinscher breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Rottweiler vs Boerboel vs Doberman Pinscher Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Rottweiler or Boerboel or Doberman Pinscher? Which is the smallest dog, Rottweiler or Boerboel or Doberman Pinscher?	Large Giant	Large Giant	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Rottweiler or Boerboel or Boerboel? Rottweiler vs Boerboel vs Doberman Pinscher weight comparison:	Male: 95-130 pounds (43-59 kg), Female: 85-115 pounds (38-52 kg)	154-200 pounds (70-90 kg)	Male: 88-99 pounds (40-45 kg), Female: 71-77 pounds (32-35 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 112.5 pounds (51 kg), Female: 100 pounds (45 kg)	177 pounds (80 kg)	Male: 93.5 pounds (42.5 kg), Female: 74 pounds (33.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Rottweiler or Boerboel or Doberman Pinscher? Rottweiler vs Boerboel vs Doberman Pinscher height comparison:	Male: 24-27 inches (61-69 cm), Female: 22-25 inches (56-63 cm)	Male: 25-28 inches (64-70 cm), Female: 23-25.5 inches (59-65 cm)	Male: 26-28 inches (66-71cm), Female: 24-26 inches (61-66 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 25.5 inches (65 cm), Female: 23.5 inches (59.5 cm)	Male: 26.5 inches (67 cm), Female: 23-25.5 inches (62 cm)	Male: 27 inches (68.5 cm), Female: 25 inches (63.5 cm)

Rottweiler vs Boerboel vs Doberman Pinscher Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Rottweiler or Boerboel or Doberman Pinscher? Which is more expensive?	$1200-$2000	$1500-$2000	$800-$1000
Availability Which is easier to get, Rottweiler or Boerboel or Doberman Pinscher?	Very frequent: The Rottweiler is quite easy to get.	Frequent: The Boerboel is easier than average to get.	Very frequent: The Doberman Pinscher is quite easy to get.

Rottweiler vs Boerboel vs Doberman Pinscher Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Rottweiler vs Boerboel vs Doberman Pinscher intelligence:	Outstanding: Rottweiler is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Outstanding: Doberman Pinscher is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Rottweiler vs Boerboel vs Doberman Pinscher trainability comparison.	Rottweiler dogs are easy to train. See more.	Boerboel dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Doberman Pinscher 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: Rottweiler or Boerboel or Doberman Pinscher?	Rottweiler dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Boerboel dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Doberman Pinscher dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Rottweiler or Boerboel or Doberman Pinscher? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Rottweiler dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Boerboel dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Doberman Pinscher dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
Guard Dog Breeds List

Rottweiler vs Boerboel vs Doberman Pinscher Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Rottweiler or Boerboel or Doberman Pinscher? Rottweiler vs Boerboel vs Doberman Pinscher behavior/temperament comparison:	Independent Protective Alert Courageous Intelligent Loyal Fearless Good-natured	Intelligent Confident Obedient Dominant Territorial	Energetic Alert Intelligent Obedient Loyal Fearless
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Boerboel dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	Sensitive: Doberman Pinscher dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Rottweiler vs Boerboel vs Doberman Pinscher?	Average: Rottweiler dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	Average: Boerboel dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	High: Doberman Pinscher dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Rottweiler vs Boerboel vs Doberman Pinscher social needs comparison:	Rottweiler dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Boerboel dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Doberman Pinscher dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Rottweiler dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Boerboel is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Doberman Pinscher dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Rottweiler dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Boerboel 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.	Their prey drive is low. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Rottweiler vs Boerboel vs Doberman Pinscher Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Rottweiler vs Boerboel vs Doberman Pinscher playfulness comparison:	Average: Rottweilers, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: Boerboels, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: Doberman Pinschers, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
Most Playful Dog Breeds
Barking Which dog barks more/less: Rottweiler vs Boerboel vs Doberman Pinscher?	Low: The Rottweiler barks none to minimal. See more.	Low to Average: The Boerboel rarely barks. See more.	Low to Average: The Doberman Pinscher rarely barks. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Rottweiler or Boerboel or Doberman Pinscher?	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 Rottweiler indoors.	It is not recommended to keep the Boerboel breed in the home.	Very house-friendly dog the Doberman Pinscher breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Rottweiler vs Boerboel vs Doberman Pinscher Adaptability and Independence Comparison

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

Rottweiler vs Boerboel vs Doberman Pinscher Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Rottweiler or Boerboel or Doberman Pinscher?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Rottweiler bite force: Ordinary.	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Boerboel bite force: The Strongest.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Doberman Pinscher bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	High 🔼 The Rottweiler has a high chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Boerboel has a low chance of biting somebody.	Moderate ⏺ The Doberman Pinscher has an average chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Rottweiler vs Boerboel vs Doberman Pinscher mouthiness comparison:	Rottweiler dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Boerboel dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Doberman Pinscher dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Rottweiler vs Boerboel vs Doberman Pinscher Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Rottweiler vs Boerboel vs Doberman Pinscher health comparison. Which is the healthier: Rottweiler vs Boerboel vs Doberman Pinscher?	The Rottweiler is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Boerboels tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	Doberman Pinschers are commonly healthy dogs.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Rottweiler vs Boerboel vs Doberman Pinscher? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Rottweiler vs Boerboel vs Doberman Pinscher health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Allergies Hypothyroidism Bloat Elbow Dysplasia Panosteitis Aortic Stenosis Osteosarcoma Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis	Hip Dysplasia Allergies Epilepsy Joint Dysplasia Vaginal Hyperplasia	Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Wobbler's Syndrome Cardiomyopathy
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Rottweiler should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Frequent The Boerboel should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Rare The Doberman Pinscher should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Rottweiler vs Boerboel vs Doberman Pinscher lifespan comparison. How long do Rottweiler, Boerboel and Doberman Pinscher breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	8-12 years The average lifespan of Rottweiler: 10 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Boerboel: 11 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Doberman Pinscher: 11 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Rottweiler vs Boerboel vs Doberman Pinscher?	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. 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 warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. See more.

Rottweiler vs Boerboel vs Doberman Pinscher Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Rottweiler or Boerboel or Doberman Pinscher? Rottweiler vs Boerboel vs Doberman Pinscher energy level comparison:	Rottweiler dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Boerboel dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.	Doberman Pinscher dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Rottweiler vs Boerboel vs Doberman Pinscher exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Rottweiler or Boerboel or Doberman Pinscher? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Rottweiler dogs have an average exercise need.	Boerboel dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Doberman Pinscher dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Rottweiler or Boerboel or Doberman Pinscher?	Rottweiler dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Boerboel dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	Doberman Pinscher dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Rottweiler vs Boerboel vs Doberman Pinscher Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Rottweiler or Boerboel or Doberman Pinscher?	Recommended daily amount: 4 to 10 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	5 to 6 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? Rottweiler vs Boerboel vs Doberman Pinscher weight gain potential comparison:	High: The Rottweiler breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	Average: The Boerboel has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Doberman Pinscher has an average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Rottweiler vs Boerboel vs Doberman Pinscher Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Rottweiler vs Boerboel vs Doberman Pinscher coat comparison:	Dense	Dense Shiny Smooth	Fine
Colors What are the original Rottweiler, Boerboel and Doberman Pinscher color?	Black Tan Rust Mahogany	Red Cream Brown Tawny Brindle Reddish	Black Tan Red Blue White Brown
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Rottweiler or Boerboel or Doberman Pinscher? Rottweiler vs Boerboel vs Doberman Pinscher grooming comparison:	Effortless: The Rottweiler requires minimal grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Boerboel requires minimal grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The Doberman Pinscher doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Rottweiler or Boerboel or Doberman Pinscher? Rottweiler or Boerboel or {name3 shedding:	Rottweiler dogs shed moderately. See more.	Boerboel dogs shed moderately. See more.	Doberman Pinscher dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Rottweiler or Boerboel or Doberman Pinscher?	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.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Hypoallergenic Rottweiler vs Boerboel vs Doberman Pinscher 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, Rottweiler vs Boerboel vs Doberman Pinscher?	Medium ⏺ The Rottweiler has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Boerboel has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Doberman Pinscher has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Rottweiler drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed. See more.	The Boerboel drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed. See more.	The Doberman Pinscher 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.

Rottweiler vs Boerboel vs Doberman Pinscher Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Rottweiler dogs are generally with other pets.	Boerboel dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.	Doberman Pinscher dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Rottweiler or Boerboel or Doberman Pinscher? Which dog is more friendly?	Rottweiler dogs are not stranger friendly dogs.	Boerboel dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Doberman Pinscher 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 Rottweiler or Boerboel or Doberman Pinscher?	Rottweiler dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.	Boerboel dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Doberman Pinscher dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Rottweiler or Boerboel or Doberman Pinscher?	Rottweiler dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Boerboel dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Doberman Pinscher dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Rottweiler or Boerboel or Doberman Pinscher?	Rottweiler dogs are not dog-friendly.	Boerboel dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Doberman Pinscher dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Rottweiler vs Boerboel vs Doberman Pinscher?	Yes Rottweiler dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Boerboel dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Doberman Pinscher dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Rottweiler is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Boerboel is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Doberman Pinscher is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Rottweilers are not the best breed for elderly people.	Boerboels are usually recommended for elderly people.	Doberman Pinschers are commonly okay with elderly people.

Rottweiler vs Boerboel vs Doberman Pinscher As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	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 Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Rottweiler or Boerboel or Doberman Pinscher? Which is better for autism?	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.
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: Rottweiler vs Boerboel vs Doberman Pinscher?	Not really Rottweiler breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Boerboel breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Doberman Pinscher 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?	Yes A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Yes 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	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

Rottweiler vs Boerboel vs Doberman Pinscher 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 Rottweiler and Boerboel and Doberman Pinscher have?	8-12 puppies	7-10 puppies	6-10 puppies
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Rottweiler vs Boerboel vs Doberman Pinscher Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1931 as a Working breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2015 as a Working breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1908 as a Working breed.
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 Molossian type 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.
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 Colonial Rottweiler Club Deutscher Rottweiler Klub International Rottweiler Club	American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. North American Purebred Registry, Inc.	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 New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club Canadian Canine Registry

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