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Name	Doberman Pinscher	Boxer	Shiba Inu
Origins	Germany	Germany	Japan
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Group	Working Dogs	Working Dogs	Companion Dogs
Popularity Rank	16	11	45
Reviews	16	8	8
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Doberman Dobermann Dobynm Dobie	Deutscher Boxer German Boxer	Japanese Shiba Inu Japanese Small-Size Dog Shiba Shiba Ken Brushwood Dog
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Doberman Pinscher vs Boxer vs Shiba Inu breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Doberman Pinscher vs Boxer vs Shiba Inu Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Doberman Pinscher or Boxer or Shiba Inu? Which is the smallest dog, Doberman Pinscher or Boxer or Shiba Inu?	Medium	Medium	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Doberman Pinscher or Boxer or Boxer? Doberman Pinscher vs Boxer vs Shiba Inu weight comparison:	Male: 88-99 pounds (40-45 kg), Female: 71-77 pounds (32-35 kg)	Male: 60-70 pounds (27-32 kg), Female: 53-65 pounds (24-29 kg)	Male: 18-25 pounds (8-11 kg), Female: 15-20 pounds (6.8-9 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 93.5 pounds (42.5 kg), Female: 74 pounds (33.5 kg)	Male: 65 pounds (29.5 kg), Female: 59 pounds (26.5 kg)	Male: 21.5 pounds (9.5 kg), Female: 17.5 pounds (6.8.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Doberman Pinscher or Boxer or Shiba Inu? Doberman Pinscher vs Boxer vs Shiba Inu height comparison:	Male: 26-28 inches (66-71cm), Female: 24-26 inches (61-66 cm)	Male: 22-25 inches (56-63 cm), Female: 21-24 inches (53-61 cm)	Male: 14-16 inches (36-41 cm), Female: 13-15 inches (33-38 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 27 inches (68.5 cm), Female: 25 inches (63.5 cm)	Male: 23.5 inches (59.5 cm), Female: 22.5 inches (57 cm)	Male: 15 inches (38.5 cm), Female: 14 inches (35.5 cm)

Doberman Pinscher vs Boxer vs Shiba Inu Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Doberman Pinscher or Boxer or Shiba Inu? Which is more expensive?	$800-$1000	$600-$1200	$800-$1000
Availability Which is easier to get, Doberman Pinscher or Boxer or Shiba Inu?	Very frequent: The Doberman Pinscher is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Boxer is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Shiba Inu is quite easy to get.

Doberman Pinscher vs Boxer vs Shiba Inu Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Doberman Pinscher vs Boxer vs Shiba Inu intelligence:	Outstanding: Doberman Pinscher is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Doberman Pinscher vs Boxer vs Shiba Inu trainability comparison.	Doberman Pinscher dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Boxer dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	A slightly harder to train than average. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Doberman Pinscher or Boxer or Shiba Inu?	Doberman Pinscher dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Boxer dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Shiba Inu dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Doberman Pinscher or Boxer or Shiba Inu? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Doberman Pinscher dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Boxer dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Shiba Inu dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Doberman Pinscher vs Boxer vs Shiba Inu Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Doberman Pinscher or Boxer or Shiba Inu? Doberman Pinscher vs Boxer vs Shiba Inu behavior/temperament comparison:	Energetic Alert Intelligent Obedient Loyal Fearless	Playful Energetic Intelligent Confident Friendly Loyal Fearless Brave Bright	Alert Confident Going Fearless Keen Faithful Charming
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Sensitive: Doberman Pinscher dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Shiba Inu dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Doberman Pinscher vs Boxer vs Shiba Inu?	High: Doberman Pinscher dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Boxer dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: Shiba Inu dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Doberman Pinscher vs Boxer vs Shiba Inu social needs comparison:	Doberman Pinscher dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Boxer dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Shiba Inu dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Doberman Pinscher dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Boxer dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Shiba Inu is strong enough to escape from home. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Their prey drive is low. See more.	Boxer 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.	Shiba Inu dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Doberman Pinscher vs Boxer vs Shiba Inu Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Doberman Pinscher vs Boxer vs Shiba Inu playfulness comparison:	Average: Doberman Pinschers, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Boxer is a playful breed. See more.	Average: Shiba Inus, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Doberman Pinscher vs Boxer vs Shiba Inu?	Low to Average: The Doberman Pinscher rarely barks. See more.	Low to Average: The Boxer rarely barks. See more.	Low to Average: The Shiba Inu 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 Doberman Pinscher or Boxer or Shiba Inu?	Very house-friendly dog the Doberman Pinscher breed.	Apartment-friendly dog the Boxer breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Shiba Inu breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Doberman Pinscher vs Boxer vs Shiba Inu Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Doberman Pinscher dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Boxer dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Shiba Inu dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Doberman Pinscher or Boxer or Shiba Inu?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Boxer 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.

Doberman Pinscher vs Boxer vs Shiba Inu Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Doberman Pinscher or Boxer or Shiba Inu?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Doberman Pinscher bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Boxer bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Shiba Inu 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:	Moderate ⏺ The Doberman Pinscher has an average chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Boxer has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Shiba Inu has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Doberman Pinscher vs Boxer vs Shiba Inu mouthiness comparison:	Doberman Pinscher dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Boxer dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Shiba Inu dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Doberman Pinscher vs Boxer vs Shiba Inu Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Doberman Pinscher vs Boxer vs Shiba Inu health comparison. Which is the healthier: Doberman Pinscher vs Boxer vs Shiba Inu?	Doberman Pinschers are commonly healthy dogs.	The Boxer is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Shiba Inu is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Doberman Pinscher vs Boxer vs Shiba Inu? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Doberman Pinscher vs Boxer vs Shiba Inu health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Wobbler's Syndrome Cardiomyopathy	Hip Dysplasia Allergies Cancer Hypothyroidism Bloat Deafness Demodectic Mange Aortic Stenosis Boxer Cardiomyopathy Corneal Dystrophy	Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Allergies Cancer Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Glaucoma Spinning Chylothorax
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Rare The Doberman Pinscher should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Average The Boxer should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Shiba Inu should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Doberman Pinscher vs Boxer vs Shiba Inu lifespan comparison. How long do Doberman Pinscher, Boxer and Shiba Inu breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	10-12 years The average lifespan of Doberman Pinscher: 11 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Boxer: 11 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Shiba Inu: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Doberman Pinscher vs Boxer vs Shiba Inu?	Prefers warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. See more.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Shiba Inu can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Doberman Pinscher vs Boxer vs Shiba Inu Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Doberman Pinscher vs Boxer vs Shiba Inu Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Doberman Pinscher or Boxer or Shiba Inu?	5 to 6 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	Recommended daily amount: 2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	Recommended daily amount: 1/2 to 1.5 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? Doberman Pinscher vs Boxer vs Shiba Inu weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Doberman Pinscher has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Boxer's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Low to Average: The Shiba Inu has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Doberman Pinscher vs Boxer vs Shiba Inu Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Doberman Pinscher vs Boxer vs Shiba Inu coat comparison:	Fine	Waterproof	Dense
Colors What are the original Doberman Pinscher, Boxer and Shiba Inu color?	Black Tan Red Blue White Brown	White Fawn Brindle	Black Tan Red Cream Sesame
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Doberman Pinscher or Boxer or Shiba Inu? Doberman Pinscher vs Boxer vs Shiba Inu grooming comparison:	Easy to groom: The Doberman Pinscher doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Boxer requires minimal grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The Shiba Inu doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Doberman Pinscher or Boxer or Shiba Inu? Doberman Pinscher or Boxer or {name3 shedding:	Doberman Pinscher dogs shed moderately. See more.	Boxer dogs shed moderately. See more.	Shiba Inu dogs shed above average. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Doberman Pinscher or Boxer or Shiba Inu?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. 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.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.
Hypoallergenic Doberman Pinscher vs Boxer vs Shiba Inu 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, Doberman Pinscher vs Boxer vs Shiba Inu?	Medium ⏺ The Doberman Pinscher has an average chance of bad smell.	High 🔼 The Boxer has a high chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Shiba Inu has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	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.	The Boxer is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The Shiba Inu is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Doberman Pinscher vs Boxer vs Shiba Inu Good With Comparison

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

Doberman Pinscher vs Boxer vs Shiba Inu As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Doberman Pinscher or Boxer or Shiba Inu? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
Therapy Dog Breeds
Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR) Which one could be a search and rescue dog?	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Doberman Pinscher vs Boxer vs Shiba Inu?	Not really Doberman Pinscher breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Boxer breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Shiba Inu breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	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.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Doberman Pinscher vs Boxer vs Shiba Inu 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 Doberman Pinscher and Boxer and Shiba Inu have?	6-10 puppies	2-10 puppies, average 6	2-4 puppies
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Doberman Pinscher vs Boxer vs Shiba Inu Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1908 as a Working breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1904 as a Working breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1992 as a Non-Sporting 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 Pinscher and Schnauzer type section.	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type section.	Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Asian Spitz and related breeds 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 New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club Canadian Canine Registry	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 Canadian Canine Registry	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club

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