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German Shepherd vs Golden Retriever vs French Bulldog Comparison - Dog breed selector: Alsatian wolf dog or Golden Flat Coat or Bouledogue Français? Find the right dog for you

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Name German Shepherd Golden Retriever French Bulldog
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Group Pastoral / Herding Dogs Gun Dog Companion Dogs
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Alsatian wolf dog
Berger Allemand
Deutscher Schäferhund
Schäferhund
Alsatian
Golden Flat Coat
Yellow Retriever
Bouledogue Français
Frenchie
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? German Shepherd vs Golden Retriever vs French Bulldog breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

German Shepherd vs Golden Retriever vs French Bulldog Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, German Shepherd or Golden Retriever or French Bulldog? Which is the smallest dog, German Shepherd or Golden Retriever or French Bulldog?
Large Large Small
Weight
Which is heavier, German Shepherd or Golden Retriever or Golden Retriever? German Shepherd vs Golden Retriever vs French Bulldog weight comparison:
Male: 66-88 pounds (30-40 kg), Female: 49-71 pounds (22-32 kg) Male: 60-80 pounds (27-36 kg), Female: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg) 18-30 pounds (8-14 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 77 pounds (35 kg), Female: 60 pounds (27 kg) Male: 70 pounds (31.5 kg), Female: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg) There are two weight classes of French Bulldog: 19 - 22 pounds (9 - 10 kg) and 22 - 28 pounds (10 - 13 kg). Over 28 pounds is a disqualification.
Height
Which is taller, German Shepherd or Golden Retriever or French Bulldog? German Shepherd vs Golden Retriever vs French Bulldog height comparison:
Male: 24-26 inches (60-65 cm), Female: 22-24 inches (55-60 cm) Male: 22-24 inches (56-61cm), Female: 20-22 inches (51-56 cm) 13–16 inches (33–40 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 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 21 inches (53.5 cm) 14.5 inches (36.5 cm)

German Shepherd vs Golden Retriever vs French Bulldog Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, German Shepherd or Golden Retriever or French Bulldog? Which is more expensive?
$800-$2000 $1000-$2000 $2000-$4000
Availability
Which is easier to get, German Shepherd or Golden Retriever or French Bulldog?
Very frequent: The German Shepherd is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Golden Retriever is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The French Bulldog is quite easy to get.

German Shepherd vs Golden Retriever vs French Bulldog Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? German Shepherd vs Golden Retriever vs French Bulldog intelligence:
Outstanding: German Shepherd is one of the brightest dog breeds.
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Outstanding: Golden Retriever is one of the brightest dog breeds.
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Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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Trainability
German Shepherd vs Golden Retriever vs French Bulldog trainability comparison.
German Shepherd dogs are easy to train.
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Golden Retriever dogs are easy to train.
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French Bulldog dogs are quite easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: German Shepherd or Golden Retriever or French Bulldog?
German Shepherd dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Golden Retriever dogs are average watchdogs.
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French Bulldog dogs are average watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog German Shepherd or Golden Retriever or French Bulldog? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
German Shepherd dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Golden Retriever dogs are average defenders.
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French Bulldog dogs are average defenders.
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German Shepherd vs Golden Retriever vs French Bulldog Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, German Shepherd or Golden Retriever or French Bulldog? German Shepherd vs Golden Retriever vs French Bulldog behavior/temperament comparison:
Curious
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Confident
Obedient
Loyal
Watchful
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Reliable
Kind
Trustworthy
Playful
Alert
Affectionate
Patient
Lively
Keen
Easygoing
Athletic
Bright
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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Golden Retriever dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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French Bulldog dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: German Shepherd vs Golden Retriever vs French Bulldog?
High: German Shepherd dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Golden Retriever dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: French Bulldog dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
German Shepherd vs Golden Retriever vs French Bulldog social needs comparison:
German Shepherd dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Golden Retriever dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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French Bulldog dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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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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Golden Retriever dogs tend to escape less than other breeds.
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French Bulldog dogs tend to escape less than other breeds.
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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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Golden Retriever dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen.
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French Bulldog 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 Golden Retriever vs French Bulldog Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
German Shepherd vs Golden Retriever vs French Bulldog playfulness comparison:
Average: German Shepherds, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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The Golden Retriever is a highly playful breed.
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French Bulldogs are not the most playful dog breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: German Shepherd vs Golden Retriever vs French Bulldog?
Low to Average: The German Shepherd rarely barks.
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Low to Average: The Golden Retriever rarely barks.
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Low: The French Bulldog barks none to minimal.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly German Shepherd or Golden Retriever or French Bulldog?
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 recommended to keep the Golden Retriever breed in the home.
Very house-friendly dog the French Bulldog breed.

German Shepherd vs Golden Retriever vs French Bulldog Adaptability and Independence Comparison

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

German Shepherd vs Golden Retriever vs French Bulldog Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: German Shepherd or Golden Retriever or French Bulldog?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

German Shepherd bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Golden Retriever bite force: Ordinary.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

French Bulldog bite force: Weak.
Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:

High 🔼

The German Shepherd has a high chance of biting somebody.

Moderate

The Golden Retriever has an average chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The French Bulldog has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? German Shepherd vs Golden Retriever vs French Bulldog mouthiness comparison:
German Shepherd dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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Golden Retriever dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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French Bulldog dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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German Shepherd vs Golden Retriever vs French Bulldog Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
German Shepherd vs Golden Retriever vs French Bulldog health comparison. Which is the healthier: German Shepherd vs Golden Retriever vs French Bulldog?
German Shepherds are commonly healthy dogs.
Golden Retrievers are commonly healthy dogs.
The French Bulldog is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: German Shepherd vs Golden Retriever vs French Bulldog? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? German Shepherd vs Golden Retriever vs French Bulldog 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
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Hypothyroidism
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Von Willebrand's Disease
Bloat
Epilepsy
Elbow Dysplasia
Osteochondrosis Dissecans
Hemangiosarcoma
Osteosarcoma
Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis
Hip Dysplasia
Patellar Luxation
Allergies
Von Willebrand's Disease
Intervertebral Disk Disease
Cleft Palate
Brachycephalic Syndrome
Elongated Soft Palate
Hemi-vertebrae
Veterinarian Visits
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).
Rare
The Golden Retriever should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Average
The French Bulldog should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Life Expectancy
German Shepherd vs Golden Retriever vs French Bulldog lifespan comparison. How long do German Shepherd, Golden Retriever and French Bulldog breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
9-13 years
The average lifespan of German Shepherd: 11 years
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Golden Retriever: 11 years
10-12 years
The average lifespan of French Bulldog: 11 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: German Shepherd vs Golden Retriever vs French Bulldog?
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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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 warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
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German Shepherd vs Golden Retriever vs French Bulldog Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a German Shepherd or Golden Retriever or French Bulldog? German Shepherd vs Golden Retriever vs French Bulldog energy level comparison:
German Shepherd dogs are high-energy dogs.
Golden Retriever dogs are high-energy dogs.
French Bulldog dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
German Shepherd vs Golden Retriever vs French Bulldog exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: German Shepherd or Golden Retriever or French Bulldog? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
German Shepherd dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Golden Retriever dogs need a lot of exercises.
French Bulldog dogs exercise need is minimal.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: German Shepherd or Golden Retriever or French Bulldog?
German Shepherd dogs don't need too much sleep.
Golden Retriever dogs don't need too much sleep.
French Bulldog dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.

German Shepherd vs Golden Retriever vs French Bulldog Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: German Shepherd or Golden Retriever or French Bulldog?
3 to 4 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 3 to 4 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. Recommended daily amount: 1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? German Shepherd vs Golden Retriever vs French Bulldog weight gain potential comparison:
Low to Average: The German Shepherd has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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High: The Golden Retriever breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the French Bulldog's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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German Shepherd vs Golden Retriever vs French Bulldog Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? German Shepherd vs Golden Retriever vs French Bulldog coat comparison:
Fuzzy Silky
Wavy
Shiny
Straight
Fine
Smooth
Short
Close in texture
Colors
What are the original German Shepherd, Golden Retriever and French Bulldog color?
Black
Tan
Red
Silver
Golden
Light
Cream
White
Fawn
Brindle
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, German Shepherd or Golden Retriever or French Bulldog? German Shepherd vs Golden Retriever vs French Bulldog grooming comparison:
Average: The German Shepherd requires average grooming effort.
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Average: The Golden Retriever requires average grooming effort.
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Easy to groom: The French Bulldog doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more German Shepherd or Golden Retriever or French Bulldog? German Shepherd or Golden Retriever or {name3 shedding:
German Shepherd dogs are heavy shedders.
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Golden Retriever dogs shed moderately.
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French Bulldog dogs are low shedders.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: German Shepherd or Golden Retriever or French Bulldog?
8-12 weeks
Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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2-3 weeks
Frequent. This breed has high-maintenance hair and may require a bath every 2-3 weeks.
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6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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Hypoallergenic
German Shepherd vs Golden Retriever vs French Bulldog hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?
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Stinkiness
Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, German Shepherd vs Golden Retriever vs French Bulldog?

Medium

The German Shepherd has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Golden Retriever has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The French Bulldog has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?
The German Shepherd is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Golden Retriever 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 French Bulldog is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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German Shepherd vs Golden Retriever vs French Bulldog Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
German Shepherd dogs are generally with other pets.
Golden Retriever dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
French Bulldog dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly German Shepherd or Golden Retriever or French Bulldog? Which dog is more friendly?
German Shepherd dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Golden Retriever dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
French Bulldog dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly German Shepherd or Golden Retriever or French Bulldog?
German Shepherd dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Golden Retriever dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
French Bulldog dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly German Shepherd or Golden Retriever or French Bulldog?
German Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Golden Retriever dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
French Bulldog dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly German Shepherd or Golden Retriever or French Bulldog?
German Shepherd dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Golden Retriever dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
French Bulldog dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: German Shepherd vs Golden Retriever vs French Bulldog?
Yes
German Shepherd dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Golden Retriever dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
French Bulldog 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.
Yes
Golden Retriever is one of the best dog breeds for office environment
Yes
French Bulldog is one of the best dog breeds for office environment
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
German Shepherds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Golden Retrievers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
French Bulldogs are not the best breed for elderly people.

German Shepherd vs Golden Retriever vs French Bulldog As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog
Which one could be a service dog?

Yes

This breed makes good as a service dog.
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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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Therapy Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: German Shepherd or Golden Retriever or French Bulldog? Which is better for autism?

Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog
Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?

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 and Rescue Dog (SAR)
Which one could be a search and rescue dog?

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.
Boat and Sailor Dog
Which one could be a boat dog: German Shepherd vs Golden Retriever vs French Bulldog?

Not really

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

Golden Retriever breed usually likes being on a boat.
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Not really

French Bulldog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog
Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?

Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Fighting Dog / Military Dog

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 Golden Retriever vs French Bulldog Reproducibility Comparison

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Litter Frequency

Once a year.

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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Litter Size
How many puppies can German Shepherd and Golden Retriever and French Bulldog have?
6-10 puppies 5-10 puppies 3-5 puppies

German Shepherd vs Golden Retriever vs French Bulldog Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1908 as a Herding breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1925 as a Sporting breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1898 as a Non-Sporting breed.
FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI?
Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section. Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Retrievers section. Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Small Molossian type Dogs section.
Breed Recognition
What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?
American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
German Shepherd Dog Club Of America
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
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

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