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Doberman Pinscher vs Samoyed vs German Shepherd Comparison - Dog breed selector: Doberman or Bjelkier or Alsatian wolf dog? Find the right dog for you

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Name Doberman Pinscher Samoyed German Shepherd
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Group Working Dogs Sled Dogs Pastoral / Herding Dogs
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Doberman
Dobermann
Dobynm
Dobie
Bjelkier
Nenetskaya Laika
Sammy
Samoiedskaya Sobaka
Smiley
Samoyedskaya
Alsatian wolf dog
Berger Allemand
Deutscher Schäferhund
Schäferhund
Alsatian
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Doberman Pinscher vs Samoyed vs German Shepherd breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Doberman Pinscher vs Samoyed vs German Shepherd Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Doberman Pinscher or Samoyed or German Shepherd? Which is the smallest dog, Doberman Pinscher or Samoyed or German Shepherd?
Medium Medium Large
Weight
Which is heavier, Doberman Pinscher or Samoyed or Samoyed? Doberman Pinscher vs Samoyed vs German Shepherd weight comparison:
Male: 88-99 pounds (40-45 kg), Female: 71-77 pounds (32-35 kg) Male: 45-65 pounds (20.5-30 kg), Female: 35-50 pounds (16-20.5 kg) Male: 66-88 pounds (30-40 kg), Female: 49-71 pounds (22-32 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: 55 pounds (25 kg), Female: 42.5 pounds (19 kg) Male: 77 pounds (35 kg), Female: 60 pounds (27 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Doberman Pinscher or Samoyed or German Shepherd? Doberman Pinscher vs Samoyed vs German Shepherd height comparison:
Male: 26-28 inches (66-71cm), Female: 24-26 inches (61-66 cm) Male: 21-23.5 inches (53-60 cm), Female: 19-21 inches (48-53 cm) Male: 24-26 inches (60-65 cm), Female: 22-24 inches (55-60 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 27 inches (68.5 cm), Female: 25 inches (63.5 cm) Male: 21-23.5 inches (56.5 cm), Female: 20 inches (50.5 cm) Male: 25 inches (62.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (57.5 cm)

Doberman Pinscher vs Samoyed vs German Shepherd Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Doberman Pinscher or Samoyed or German Shepherd? Which is more expensive?
$800-$1000 $1200-$1500 $800-$2000
Availability
Which is easier to get, Doberman Pinscher or Samoyed or German Shepherd?
Very frequent: The Doberman Pinscher is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Samoyed is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The German Shepherd is quite easy to get.

Doberman Pinscher vs Samoyed vs German Shepherd Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Doberman Pinscher vs Samoyed vs German Shepherd intelligence:
Outstanding: Doberman Pinscher is one of the brightest dog breeds.
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Smart: The Samoyed dogs have great intelligence.
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Outstanding: German Shepherd is one of the brightest dog breeds.
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Trainability
Doberman Pinscher vs Samoyed vs German Shepherd trainability comparison.
Doberman Pinscher dogs are quite easy to train.
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Samoyed dogs are easy to train.
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German Shepherd dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Doberman Pinscher or Samoyed or German Shepherd?
Doberman Pinscher dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Samoyed dogs are good watchdogs.
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German Shepherd dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Doberman Pinscher or Samoyed or German Shepherd? 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.
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Samoyed dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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German Shepherd dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Doberman Pinscher vs Samoyed vs German Shepherd Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Doberman Pinscher or Samoyed or German Shepherd? Doberman Pinscher vs Samoyed vs German Shepherd behavior/temperament comparison:
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Obedient
Loyal
Fearless
Playful
Stubborn
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Lively
Sociable
Curious
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Confident
Obedient
Loyal
Watchful
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.
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Samoyed dogs are less sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Sensitive: German Shepherd 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: Doberman Pinscher vs Samoyed vs German Shepherd?
High: Doberman Pinscher dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Samoyed dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: German Shepherd dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Doberman Pinscher vs Samoyed vs German Shepherd social needs comparison:
Doberman Pinscher dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Samoyed dogs are a social breed.
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German Shepherd dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Doberman Pinscher dogs tend to escape less than other breeds.
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The wanderlust potential of the Samoyed is strong enough to escape from home.
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German Shepherd dogs are not the biggest explorers.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Their prey drive is low.
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Samoyed dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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German Shepherd dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Doberman Pinscher vs Samoyed vs German Shepherd Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Doberman Pinscher vs Samoyed vs German Shepherd playfulness comparison:
Average: Doberman Pinschers, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Average: Samoyeds, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Average: German Shepherds, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Doberman Pinscher vs Samoyed vs German Shepherd?
Low to Average: The Doberman Pinscher rarely barks.
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Average: The Samoyed barks occasionally.
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Low to Average: The German Shepherd rarely barks.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Doberman Pinscher or Samoyed or German Shepherd?
Very house-friendly dog the Doberman Pinscher breed.
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 Samoyed 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 German Shepherd indoors.

Doberman Pinscher vs Samoyed vs German Shepherd 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.
Samoyed dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
German Shepherd dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Doberman Pinscher or Samoyed or German Shepherd?
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.
Samoyed dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Doberman Pinscher vs Samoyed vs German Shepherd Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Doberman Pinscher or Samoyed or German Shepherd?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Doberman Pinscher bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Samoyed bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

German Shepherd bite force: Ordinary.
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 Samoyed has a low chance of biting somebody.

High 🔼

The German Shepherd has a high chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Doberman Pinscher vs Samoyed vs German Shepherd mouthiness comparison:
Doberman Pinscher dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Samoyed dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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German Shepherd dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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Doberman Pinscher vs Samoyed vs German Shepherd Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Doberman Pinscher vs Samoyed vs German Shepherd health comparison. Which is the healthier: Doberman Pinscher vs Samoyed vs German Shepherd?
Doberman Pinschers are commonly healthy dogs.
The Samoyed is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
German Shepherds are commonly healthy dogs.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Doberman Pinscher vs Samoyed vs German Shepherd? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Doberman Pinscher vs Samoyed vs German Shepherd health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Von Willebrand's Disease
Wobbler's Syndrome
Cardiomyopathy
Hip Dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Bloat
Diabetes
Pulmonic Stenosis
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
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 Samoyed should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Rare
The German Shepherd should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Life Expectancy
Doberman Pinscher vs Samoyed vs German Shepherd lifespan comparison. How long do Doberman Pinscher, Samoyed and German Shepherd breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Doberman Pinscher: 11 years
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Samoyed: 13 years
9-13 years
The average lifespan of German Shepherd: 11 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Doberman Pinscher vs Samoyed vs German Shepherd?
Prefers warm weather
Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates.
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Prefers cold weather
The Samoyed can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also 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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Doberman Pinscher vs Samoyed vs German Shepherd Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Doberman Pinscher or Samoyed or German Shepherd? Doberman Pinscher vs Samoyed vs German Shepherd energy level comparison:
Doberman Pinscher dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Samoyed dogs are high-energy dogs.
German Shepherd dogs are high-energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Doberman Pinscher vs Samoyed vs German Shepherd exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Doberman Pinscher or Samoyed or German Shepherd? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Doberman Pinscher dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Samoyed dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
German Shepherd dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Doberman Pinscher or Samoyed or German Shepherd?
Doberman Pinscher dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
Samoyed dogs don't need too much sleep.
German Shepherd dogs don't need too much sleep.

Doberman Pinscher vs Samoyed vs German Shepherd Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Doberman Pinscher or Samoyed or German Shepherd?
5 to 6 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 2 to 3 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.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Doberman Pinscher vs Samoyed vs German Shepherd weight gain potential comparison:
Average: The Doberman Pinscher has an average risk for obesity.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Samoyed's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Low to Average: The German Shepherd has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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Doberman Pinscher vs Samoyed vs German Shepherd Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Doberman Pinscher vs Samoyed vs German Shepherd coat comparison:
Fine Dense Fuzzy
Colors
What are the original Doberman Pinscher, Samoyed and German Shepherd color?
Black
Tan
Red
Blue
White
Brown
Cream
White
Biscuit
Black
Tan
Red
Silver
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Doberman Pinscher or Samoyed or German Shepherd? Doberman Pinscher vs Samoyed vs German Shepherd grooming comparison:
Easy to groom: The Doberman Pinscher doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Advanced: The Samoyed requires a lot of grooming.
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Average: The German Shepherd requires average grooming effort.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Doberman Pinscher or Samoyed or German Shepherd? Doberman Pinscher or Samoyed or {name3 shedding:
Doberman Pinscher dogs shed moderately.
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Samoyed dogs are heavy shedders.
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German Shepherd dogs are heavy shedders.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Doberman Pinscher or Samoyed or German Shepherd?
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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4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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8-12 weeks
Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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Hypoallergenic
Doberman Pinscher vs Samoyed vs German Shepherd 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, Doberman Pinscher vs Samoyed vs German Shepherd?

Medium

The Doberman Pinscher has an average chance of bad smell.

Low 🔽

The Samoyed has a low chance of bad smell.

Medium

The German Shepherd 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.
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The Samoyed is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency.
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The German Shepherd is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Doberman Pinscher vs Samoyed vs German Shepherd Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Doberman Pinscher dogs are generally with other pets.
Samoyed dogs are generally with other pets.
German Shepherd dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Doberman Pinscher or Samoyed or German Shepherd? Which dog is more friendly?
Doberman Pinscher dogs are not stranger friendly dogs.
Samoyed dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
German Shepherd dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Doberman Pinscher or Samoyed or German Shepherd?
Doberman Pinscher dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.
Samoyed dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
German Shepherd dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Doberman Pinscher or Samoyed or German Shepherd?
Doberman Pinscher dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Samoyed dogs are average friendly towards cats.
German Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Doberman Pinscher or Samoyed or German Shepherd?
Doberman Pinscher dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Samoyed dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
German Shepherd dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Doberman Pinscher vs Samoyed vs German Shepherd?
Yes
Doberman Pinscher dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Samoyed dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
German Shepherd dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
Doberman Pinscher is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Samoyed is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
German Shepherd 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.
Samoyeds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
German Shepherds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Doberman Pinscher vs Samoyed vs German Shepherd 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.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Yes

This breed makes good as a service dog.
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Therapy Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: Doberman Pinscher or Samoyed or German Shepherd? Which is better for autism?

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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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?

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.

Yes

After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.
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.

Yes

This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog
Which one could be a boat dog: Doberman Pinscher vs Samoyed vs German Shepherd?

Not really

Doberman Pinscher breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

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

German Shepherd 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.

Yes

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

Doberman Pinscher vs Samoyed vs German Shepherd 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.
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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 Doberman Pinscher and Samoyed and German Shepherd have?
6-10 puppies 4-6 puppies 6-10 puppies

Doberman Pinscher vs Samoyed vs German Shepherd 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 1906 as a Working breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1908 as a Herding 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 Spitz and primitive types group, in the Nordic Sledge Dogs section. Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs 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
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

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