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Name	Australian Shepherd	Armenian Gampr dog	Akbash Dog
Origins	United States	Armenia	Turkey
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Group	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Guard Dogs	Guard Dogs
Popularity Rank	17	227	192
Reviews	7	4	3
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Little Blue Dog Aussie	Gampr	Coban Kopegi Akbash dog Turkish Shepherd
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Australian Shepherd vs Armenian Gampr dog vs Akbash Dog breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Australian Shepherd vs Armenian Gampr dog vs Akbash Dog Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Australian Shepherd or Armenian Gampr dog or Akbash Dog? Which is the smallest dog, Australian Shepherd or Armenian Gampr dog or Akbash Dog?	Large	Large	Large
Weight Which is heavier, Australian Shepherd or Armenian Gampr dog or Armenian Gampr dog? Australian Shepherd vs Armenian Gampr dog vs Akbash Dog weight comparison:	Male: 50-65 pounds (25-29 kg), Female: 40-55 pounds (18-25 kg)	60-100 lbs (27-45 kg)	Male: 90–140 pounds (41–64 kg), Female: 75–105 pounds (34–48 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 57.5 pounds (27 kg), Female: 47.5 pounds (21.5 kg)	80 lbs (36 kg)	Male: 115 pounds (52,5 kg), Female: 90 pounds (41 kg)
Height Which is taller, Australian Shepherd or Armenian Gampr dog or Akbash Dog? Australian Shepherd vs Armenian Gampr dog vs Akbash Dog height comparison:	Male: 20-23 inches (52-58cm), Female: 18-21 inches (46–53 cm)	25 - 35 inches (63 - 89 cm)	Male: 28–32 inches (71–81 cm), Female: 27–30 inches (69–76 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 21.5 inches (55 cm), Female: 19.5 inches (46–53 cm)	30 inches (76 cm)	Male: 30 inches (76 cm), Female: 28,5 inches (72,5 cm)

Australian Shepherd vs Armenian Gampr dog vs Akbash Dog Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Australian Shepherd or Armenian Gampr dog or Akbash Dog? Which is more expensive?	$600-$800	$1600-$1900	$500-$700
Availability Which is easier to get, Australian Shepherd or Armenian Gampr dog or Akbash Dog?	Very frequent: The Australian Shepherd is quite easy to get.	Average: The Armenian Gampr dog is a commonly available dog breed.	Frequent: The Akbash Dog is easier than average to get.

Australian Shepherd vs Armenian Gampr dog vs Akbash Dog Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Australian Shepherd vs Armenian Gampr dog vs Akbash Dog intelligence:	Smart: The Australian Shepherd dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Smart: The Armenian Gampr dog dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Australian Shepherd vs Armenian Gampr dog vs Akbash Dog trainability comparison.	Australian Shepherd dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Armenian Gampr dog dogs are easy to train. See more.	Akbash Dog dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Australian Shepherd or Armenian Gampr dog or Akbash Dog?	Australian Shepherd dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Armenian Gampr dog dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Akbash Dog dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Australian Shepherd or Armenian Gampr dog or Akbash Dog? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Australian Shepherd dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Armenian Gampr dog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Akbash Dog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
Guard Dog Breeds List

Australian Shepherd vs Armenian Gampr dog vs Akbash Dog Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Australian Shepherd or Armenian Gampr dog or Akbash Dog? Australian Shepherd vs Armenian Gampr dog vs Akbash Dog behavior/temperament comparison:	Active Loving Protective Intelligent Friendly Affectionate Good-natured	Aloof Independent Protective Friendly Trustworthy	Independent Alert Courageous Intelligent Affectionate Loyal
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Sensitive: Australian Shepherd dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	Armenian Gampr dog dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	Akbash Dog 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: Australian Shepherd vs Armenian Gampr dog vs Akbash Dog?	Average to High: Australian Shepherd dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	Slightly Below Average: Armenian Gampr dog dogs may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence. See more.	Average: Akbash Dog dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Australian Shepherd vs Armenian Gampr dog vs Akbash Dog social needs comparison:	Australian Shepherd dogs are a social breed. See more.	Armenian Gampr dog dogs are a social breed. See more.	Akbash Dog dogs are kinda antisocial. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Australian Shepherd dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Armenian Gampr dog is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Akbash Dog is strong enough to escape from home. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Australian Shepherd dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Armenian Gampr dog dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.	Akbash Dog dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Australian Shepherd vs Armenian Gampr dog vs Akbash Dog Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Australian Shepherd vs Armenian Gampr dog vs Akbash Dog playfulness comparison:	The Australian Shepherd is a highly playful breed. See more.	Armenian Gampr dogs don't really like playing. See more.	Akbash Dogs are not the most playful dog breed. See more.
Most Playful Dog Breeds
Barking Which dog barks more/less: Australian Shepherd vs Armenian Gampr dog vs Akbash Dog?	Low to Average: The Australian Shepherd rarely barks. See more.	Average to High: The Armenian Gampr dog is a vocal breed. See more.	Average: The Akbash Dog barks occasionally. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Australian Shepherd or Armenian Gampr dog or Akbash Dog?	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 Australian Shepherd indoors.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Armenian Gampr dog breed.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Akbash Dog breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Australian Shepherd vs Armenian Gampr dog vs Akbash Dog Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Australian Shepherd dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Armenian Gampr dog dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Average: Akbash Dog dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Australian Shepherd or Armenian Gampr dog or Akbash Dog?	Australian Shepherd 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.	Armenian Gampr dog 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.	Akbash Dog dogs handle alone time quite well.

Australian Shepherd vs Armenian Gampr dog vs Akbash Dog Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Australian Shepherd or Armenian Gampr dog or Akbash Dog?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Australian Shepherd bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Armenian Gampr dog bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Akbash Dog 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:	Low 🔽 The Australian Shepherd has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Armenian Gampr dog has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Akbash Dog has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Australian Shepherd vs Armenian Gampr dog vs Akbash Dog mouthiness comparison:	Australian Shepherd dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Armenian Gampr dog dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Akbash Dog dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Australian Shepherd vs Armenian Gampr dog vs Akbash Dog Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Australian Shepherd vs Armenian Gampr dog vs Akbash Dog health comparison. Which is the healthier: Australian Shepherd vs Armenian Gampr dog vs Akbash Dog?	The Australian Shepherd is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Armenian Gampr dogs tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	Akbash Dogs tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Australian Shepherd vs Armenian Gampr dog vs Akbash Dog? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Australian Shepherd vs Armenian Gampr dog vs Akbash Dog health problems comparison:	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Allergies Cancer Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Deafness Drug Sensitivity Elbow Dysplasia Distichiasis Collie Eye Anomaly Detached Retina Nasal Solar Dermatitis Osteochondrosis Dissecans Persistent Pupillary Membranes	No data available	Hip Dysplasia Luxating Patella Hypothyroidism Umbilical Hernias Bloat Epilepsy Heart Problems
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Australian Shepherd should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Frequent The Armenian Gampr dog should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Frequent The Akbash Dog should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Australian Shepherd vs Armenian Gampr dog vs Akbash Dog lifespan comparison. How long do Australian Shepherd, Armenian Gampr dog and Akbash Dog breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	11-15 years The average lifespan of Australian Shepherd: 13 years	14-16 years The average lifespan of Armenian Gampr dog: 15 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Akbash Dog: 11 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Australian Shepherd vs Armenian Gampr dog vs Akbash Dog?	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Australian Shepherd can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. 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 Akbash Dog can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Australian Shepherd vs Armenian Gampr dog vs Akbash Dog Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Australian Shepherd or Armenian Gampr dog or Akbash Dog? Australian Shepherd vs Armenian Gampr dog vs Akbash Dog energy level comparison:	Australian Shepherd dogs are high-energy dogs.	Armenian Gampr dog dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.	Akbash Dog dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Australian Shepherd vs Armenian Gampr dog vs Akbash Dog exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Australian Shepherd or Armenian Gampr dog or Akbash Dog? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Australian Shepherd dogs need a lot of exercises.	Armenian Gampr dog dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Akbash Dog dogs exercise need is minimal.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Australian Shepherd or Armenian Gampr dog or Akbash Dog?	Australian Shepherd dogs don't need too much sleep.	Armenian Gampr dog dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.	Akbash Dog dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Australian Shepherd vs Armenian Gampr dog vs Akbash Dog Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Australian Shepherd or Armenian Gampr dog or Akbash Dog?	1.5 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	4 to 7 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	3-4 cup high-quality commercial dog food (that is formulated for large-breed dogs), divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Australian Shepherd vs Armenian Gampr dog vs Akbash Dog weight gain potential comparison:	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Australian Shepherd's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average: The Armenian Gampr dog has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Akbash Dog has an average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Australian Shepherd vs Armenian Gampr dog vs Akbash Dog Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Australian Shepherd vs Armenian Gampr dog vs Akbash Dog coat comparison:	Feathered	Double	Thick Smooth
Colors What are the original Australian Shepherd, Armenian Gampr dog and Akbash Dog color?	Black Red Blue Merle	Any color	White
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Australian Shepherd or Armenian Gampr dog or Akbash Dog? Australian Shepherd vs Armenian Gampr dog vs Akbash Dog grooming comparison:	Average: The Australian Shepherd requires average grooming effort. See more.	Easy to groom: The Armenian Gampr dog doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Average: The Akbash Dog requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Australian Shepherd or Armenian Gampr dog or Akbash Dog? Australian Shepherd or Armenian Gampr dog or {name3 shedding:	Australian Shepherd dogs shed moderately. See more.	Armenian Gampr dog dogs shed moderately. See more.	Akbash Dog dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Australian Shepherd or Armenian Gampr dog or Akbash Dog?	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. 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.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.
Hypoallergenic Australian Shepherd vs Armenian Gampr dog vs Akbash Dog 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, Australian Shepherd vs Armenian Gampr dog vs Akbash Dog?	Medium ⏺ The Australian Shepherd has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Armenian Gampr dog has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Akbash Dog has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Australian Shepherd is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Armenian Gampr dog is an average drooler. See more.	The Akbash Dog is an average drooler. See more.

Australian Shepherd vs Armenian Gampr dog vs Akbash Dog Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Australian Shepherd dogs are generally with other pets.	Armenian Gampr dog dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Akbash Dog dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Australian Shepherd or Armenian Gampr dog or Akbash Dog? Which dog is more friendly?	Australian Shepherd dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Armenian Gampr dog dogs are not stranger friendly dogs.	Akbash Dog 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 Australian Shepherd or Armenian Gampr dog or Akbash Dog?	Australian Shepherd dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Armenian Gampr dog dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Akbash Dog dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Australian Shepherd or Armenian Gampr dog or Akbash Dog?	Australian Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Armenian Gampr dog dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Akbash Dog dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Australian Shepherd or Armenian Gampr dog or Akbash Dog?	Australian Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Armenian Gampr dog dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Akbash Dog dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Australian Shepherd vs Armenian Gampr dog vs Akbash Dog?	Yes Australian Shepherd dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Armenian Gampr dog dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Akbash Dog dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Australian Shepherd is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Armenian Gampr dog is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Akbash Dog is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Australian Shepherds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Armenian Gampr dogs are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Akbash Dogs are usually recommended for elderly people.

Australian Shepherd vs Armenian Gampr dog vs Akbash Dog 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: Australian Shepherd or Armenian Gampr dog or Akbash Dog? 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: Australian Shepherd vs Armenian Gampr dog vs Akbash Dog?	Not really Australian Shepherd breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Armenian Gampr dog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Akbash Dog 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.	Yes A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Fighting Dog / Military Dog	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.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Australian Shepherd vs Armenian Gampr dog vs Akbash Dog 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 Australian Shepherd and Armenian Gampr dog and Akbash Dog have?	6-9 puppies, average 7	6 to 8 puppies	6-8 puppies
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Australian Shepherd vs Armenian Gampr dog vs Akbash Dog Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1991 as a Herding breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
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.	Not recognized by FCI.	Not recognized by FCI.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club Australian Shepherd Club Of America	No data available	American Canine Registry America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club United Kennel Club

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