Mioritic Shepherd vs German Shepherd Comparison – Which dog is better Mioritic Sheepdog or Alsatian wolf dog?

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Name	Mioritic Shepherd	German Shepherd
Origins	Romania	Germany
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Group	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs
Popularity Rank	455	2
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Common Names & Aliases Compare different names used for Mioritic Shepherd and German Shepherd. What other names are these breeds known by?	Mioritic Sheepdog Mioritic Shepherd Mioritic Shepherd Dog Romanian Mioritic Romanian Mioritic Shepherd Dog Ciobanesc romanesc mioritic	Alsatian wolf dog Berger Allemand Deutscher Schäferhund Schäferhund Alsatian
Breed Classification Compare breed classifications between a Mioritic Shepherd and a German Shepherd. Learn about their genetic backgrounds.	Purebred	Purebred

Mioritic Shepherd vs German Shepherd Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Which is bigger: a Mioritic Shepherd or a German Shepherd? Compare size differences between these breeds.	Giant	Large
Weight Statistics Compare weight ranges between a Mioritic Shepherd and a German Shepherd. Which breed is heavier?	Male: 95-130 pounds (43-59 kg), Female: 85-115 pounds (38-52 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: 112.5 pounds (51 kg), Female: 100 pounds (45 kg)	Male: 77 pounds (35 kg), Female: 60 pounds (27 kg)
Height Which is taller, Mioritic Shepherd or German Shepherd? Is a Mioritic Shepherd taller than a German Shepherd?	Male: 27-29 inches (69-74 cm), Female: 25-27 inches (63-69 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: 28 inches (71.5 cm), Female: 26 inches (66 cm)	Male: 25 inches (62.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (57.5 cm)

Mioritic Shepherd vs German Shepherd Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy prices between a Mioritic Shepherd and a German Shepherd. Which breed costs more?	$1400-$1600	$800-$2000
Availability Which is easier to get, Mioritic Shepherd or German Shepherd?	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.	Very frequent: The German Shepherd is quite easy to get.

Mioritic Shepherd vs German Shepherd Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Which is smarter: a Mioritic Shepherd or a German Shepherd? Compare intelligence rankings and learning abilities.	Smart: The Mioritic Shepherd dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Outstanding: German Shepherd is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.
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Training Difficulty Which is easier to train: a Mioritic Shepherd or a German Shepherd? Compare training requirements.	Mioritic Shepherd dogs are very easy to train. See more.	German Shepherd dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Rating Which makes a better watchdog: a Mioritic Shepherd or a German Shepherd? Compare alertness levels.	Mioritic Shepherd dogs are not the best choice if you want a good watchdog. See more.	German Shepherd dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Which is more protective: a Mioritic Shepherd or a German Shepherd? Compare territorial behaviors.	Mioritic Shepherd dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	German Shepherd dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Mioritic Shepherd vs German Shepherd Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits Compare personalities of a Mioritic Shepherd and a German Shepherd. How do their temperaments differ?	Independent Protective Confident Friendly Reliable Loyal Devoted Fierce Guarding	Curious Alert Courageous Intelligent Confident Obedient Loyal Watchful
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Mioritic Shepherd vs German Shepherd?	Sensitive: Mioritic Shepherd dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	Sensitive: German Shepherd 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: Mioritic Shepherd vs German Shepherd?	High: Mioritic Shepherd dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: German Shepherd dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Mioritic Shepherd vs German Shepherd social needs comparison:	Mioritic Shepherd dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	German Shepherd dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between Mioritic Shepherd vs German Shepherd?	Mioritic Shepherd dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.	German Shepherd dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between Mioritic Shepherd vs German Shepherd? Which can be better for hunting?	Mioritic Shepherd dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	German Shepherd dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Mioritic Shepherd vs German Shepherd Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Which breed barks more: a Mioritic Shepherd or a German Shepherd? Compare vocalization tendencies.	A lot: Mioritic Shepherd is a particularly loud breed. See more.	Low to Average: The German Shepherd rarely barks. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Playful Nature Which breed is more playful: a Mioritic Shepherd or a German Shepherd? Compare play drive and energy.	Mioritic Shepherds are not the most playful dog breed. See more.	Average: German Shepherds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Which is better for apartments: a Mioritic Shepherd or a German Shepherd? Compare living space needs.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Mioritic Shepherd 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 German Shepherd indoors.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Mioritic Shepherd vs German Shepherd Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Which adapts better to changes: a Mioritic Shepherd or a German Shepherd? Compare adaptability levels.	Mioritic Shepherd dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	German Shepherd dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Mioritic Shepherd or German Shepherd?	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.

Mioritic Shepherd vs German Shepherd Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Which has lower bite risk: a Mioritic Shepherd or a German Shepherd? Compare biting tendencies.	Low 🔽 The Mioritic Shepherd has a low chance of biting somebody.	High 🔼 The German Shepherd has a high chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Which is more mouthy: a Mioritic Shepherd or a German Shepherd? Compare mouthing behaviors.	Mioritic Shepherd dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	German Shepherd dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.
Bite Strength Rating Which has a stronger bite: a Mioritic Shepherd or a German Shepherd? Compare bite force PSI.	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Mioritic Shepherd bite force: The Strongest.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ German Shepherd bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force

Mioritic Shepherd vs German Shepherd Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Which lives longer: a Mioritic Shepherd or a German Shepherd? Compare average lifespans.	12-14 years The average lifespan of Mioritic Shepherd: 13 years	9-13 years The average lifespan of German Shepherd: 11 years
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Climate Tolerance Which handles weather better: a Mioritic Shepherd or a German Shepherd? Compare climate tolerances.	Prefers cold weather The Mioritic Shepherd can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. 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.
Health Concerns Compare common health issues between a Mioritic Shepherd and a German Shepherd. Which breed is healthier?	The Mioritic Shepherd is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	German Shepherds are commonly healthy dogs.
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Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Mioritic Shepherd vs German Shepherd?	Average The Mioritic Shepherd 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).
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Mioritic Shepherd vs German Shepherd? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Mioritic Shepherd vs German Shepherd health problems comparison:	No data available	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

Mioritic Shepherd vs German Shepherd Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Which breed is more energetic: a Mioritic Shepherd or a German Shepherd? Compare activity levels.	Mioritic Shepherd dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	German Shepherd dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Mioritic Shepherd vs German Shepherd exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Mioritic Shepherd or German Shepherd? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Mioritic Shepherd dogs have an average exercise need.	German Shepherd dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Mioritic Shepherd or German Shepherd?	Mioritic Shepherd dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	German Shepherd dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Mioritic Shepherd vs German Shepherd Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Which gains weight easier: a Mioritic Shepherd or a German Shepherd? Compare obesity risks.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Mioritic Shepherd's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Low to Average: The German Shepherd has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.
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Food Consumption Which eats more: a Mioritic Shepherd or a German Shepherd? Compare daily food needs.	5 to 6 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.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot

Mioritic Shepherd vs German Shepherd Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Which is more hypoallergenic: a Mioritic Shepherd or a German Shepherd? Compare allergy friendliness.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Coat Colors What color variations exist for Mioritic Shepherd and German Shepherd? Compare breed colors.	White Light Cream Pale Gray	Black Tan Red Silver
Grooming Requirements Which needs more grooming: a Mioritic Shepherd or a German Shepherd? Compare maintenance needs.	Advanced: The Mioritic Shepherd requires a lot of grooming. See more.	Average: The German Shepherd requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Drooling Tendency Which drools more: a Mioritic Shepherd or a German Shepherd? Compare drooling amounts.	The Mioritic Shepherd drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed. See more.	The German Shepherd is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Which has less odor: a Mioritic Shepherd or a German Shepherd? Compare natural smell levels.	Medium ⏺ The Mioritic Shepherd has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The German Shepherd has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics How do coats differ between a Mioritic Shepherd and a German Shepherd? Compare fur types.	Shaggy	Fuzzy
Bathing Needs Which needs more baths: a Mioritic Shepherd or a German Shepherd? Compare bathing frequencies.	8-12 weeks Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	8-12 weeks Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Mioritic Shepherd or German Shepherd? Do Mioritic Shepherd dogs shed more than German Shepherd dogs?	Mioritic Shepherd dogs are heavy shedders. See more.	German Shepherd dogs are heavy shedders. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most

Mioritic Shepherd vs German Shepherd Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Which is better with children: a Mioritic Shepherd or a German Shepherd? Compare kid-friendliness.	Mioritic Shepherd dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	German Shepherd dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Mioritic Shepherd dogs are generally with other pets.	German Shepherd dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Mioritic Shepherd or German Shepherd? Which dog is more friendly?	Mioritic Shepherd dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	German Shepherd dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Mioritic Shepherd or German Shepherd?	Mioritic Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards cats.	German Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Mioritic Shepherd or German Shepherd? Can a Mioritic Shepherd and a German Shepherd be friends? Do Mioritic Shepherd dogs get along with German Shepherd dogs?	Mioritic Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	German Shepherd dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: Mioritic Shepherd vs German Shepherd?	Yes Mioritic Shepherd 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 Mioritic Shepherd 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?	Mioritic Shepherds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	German Shepherds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Mioritic Shepherd vs German Shepherd As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Which makes a better service dog: a Mioritic Shepherd or a German Shepherd? Compare service capabilities.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Work Suitability Which is better for therapy work: a Mioritic Shepherd or a German Shepherd? Compare therapy capabilities.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.
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Scent Detection Ability Which is better at detection work: a Mioritic Shepherd or a German Shepherd? Compare scenting abilities.	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 & Rescue Potential Which is better for search and rescue: a Mioritic Shepherd or a German Shepherd? Compare SAR abilities.	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.
Maritime Work Ability Which is better on boats: a Mioritic Shepherd or a German Shepherd? Compare maritime abilities.	Not really Mioritic Shepherd breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really German Shepherd breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Which is better at pulling: a Mioritic Shepherd or a German Shepherd? Compare draft work capabilities.	Not really 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.
Military Service Background Compare military history between Mioritic Shepherd and German Shepherd. Which has stronger military background?	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

Mioritic Shepherd vs German Shepherd Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare litter sizes between Mioritic Shepherd and German Shepherd. Which has larger litters?	5-7 puppies	6-10 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare pregnancy duration between Mioritic Shepherd and German Shepherd breeds.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding frequencies between Mioritic Shepherd and German Shepherd. Which needs longer recovery?	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.

Mioritic Shepherd vs German Shepherd Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC classifications of Mioritic Shepherd and German Shepherd. Which groups do they belong to?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1908 as a Herding breed.
FCI Classification Compare FCI classifications of Mioritic Shepherd and German Shepherd. Which groups are they in?	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare kennel club recognition between Mioritic Shepherd and German Shepherd. Which is more widely recognized?	No data available	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club German Shepherd Dog Club Of America

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