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Bavarian Mountain Hound vs Bloodhound vs German Shepherd Comparison - Dog breed selector: Bayerischer Gebirgsschwei or St. Hubert Hound or Alsatian wolf dog? Find the right dog for you

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Name Bavarian Mountain Hound Bloodhound German Shepherd
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Group Hunting Dogs Hunting Dogs Pastoral / Herding Dogs
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Bayerischer Gebirgsschwei
Bavarian Mountain Scenthound
St. Hubert Hound
Saint Hubert Hound
Chien de Saint-Hubert
Flemish Hound
Alsatian wolf dog
Berger Allemand
Deutscher Schäferhund
Schäferhund
Alsatian
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Bavarian Mountain Hound vs Bloodhound vs German Shepherd breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Bavarian Mountain Hound vs Bloodhound vs German Shepherd Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Bavarian Mountain Hound or Bloodhound or German Shepherd? Which is the smallest dog, Bavarian Mountain Hound or Bloodhound or German Shepherd?
Medium Large Large
Weight
Which is heavier, Bavarian Mountain Hound or Bloodhound or Bloodhound? Bavarian Mountain Hound vs Bloodhound vs German Shepherd weight comparison:
44-55 pounds (20–25 kg) Male: 90-110 pounds (41-50 kg), Female: 80-100 pounds (36-45 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?
49.5 pounds (20–25 kg) Male: 100 pounds (45.5 kg), Female: 90 pounds (40.5 kg) Male: 77 pounds (35 kg), Female: 60 pounds (27 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Bavarian Mountain Hound or Bloodhound or German Shepherd? Bavarian Mountain Hound vs Bloodhound vs German Shepherd height comparison:
Male: 19–20 inches (47–52 cm), Female: 17–19 inches (44–48 cm) Male: 25-27 inches (63-69 cm), Female: 23-25 inches (58-63 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: 19–20 inches (47–52 cm), Female: 17–19 inches (44–48 cm) Male: 26 inches (66 cm), Female: 24 inches (60.5 cm) Male: 25 inches (62.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (57.5 cm)

Bavarian Mountain Hound vs Bloodhound vs German Shepherd Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Bavarian Mountain Hound or Bloodhound or German Shepherd? Which is more expensive?
$600-$800 $800-$1200 $800-$2000
Availability
Which is easier to get, Bavarian Mountain Hound or Bloodhound 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 Bloodhound is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The German Shepherd is quite easy to get.

Bavarian Mountain Hound vs Bloodhound vs German Shepherd Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Bavarian Mountain Hound vs Bloodhound vs German Shepherd intelligence:
Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Smart: The Bloodhound dogs have great intelligence.
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Outstanding: German Shepherd is one of the brightest dog breeds.
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Trainability
Bavarian Mountain Hound vs Bloodhound vs German Shepherd trainability comparison.
Bavarian Mountain Hound dogs are quite easy to train.
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Bloodhound 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: Bavarian Mountain Hound or Bloodhound or German Shepherd?
Bavarian Mountain Hound dogs are good watchdogs.
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Bloodhound dogs are not the best choice if you want a good watchdog.
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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 Bavarian Mountain Hound or Bloodhound or German Shepherd? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Bavarian Mountain Hound dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Bloodhound dogs can't provide protection for their territory.
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German Shepherd dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Bavarian Mountain Hound vs Bloodhound vs German Shepherd Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Bavarian Mountain Hound or Bloodhound or German Shepherd? Bavarian Mountain Hound vs Bloodhound vs German Shepherd behavior/temperament comparison:
Agile
Courageous
Loyal
Spirited
Quiet
Calm
Stubborn
Independent
Affectionate
Gentle
Outright
Tempered
Curious
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Confident
Obedient
Loyal
Watchful
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
Bavarian Mountain Hound dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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They are a little bit more 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: Bavarian Mountain Hound vs Bloodhound vs German Shepherd?
Average to High: Bavarian Mountain Hound dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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High: Bloodhound 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
Bavarian Mountain Hound vs Bloodhound vs German Shepherd social needs comparison:
Bavarian Mountain Hound dogs are a social breed.
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Bloodhound dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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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?
Bavarian Mountain Hound dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Bloodhound dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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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?
Bavarian Mountain Hound dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen.
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Bloodhound dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen.
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German Shepherd dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Bavarian Mountain Hound vs Bloodhound vs German Shepherd Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Bavarian Mountain Hound vs Bloodhound vs German Shepherd playfulness comparison:
Average: Bavarian Mountain Hounds, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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The Bloodhound is a highly playful breed.
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Average: German Shepherds, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Bavarian Mountain Hound vs Bloodhound vs German Shepherd?
Low to Average: The Bavarian Mountain Hound rarely barks.
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A lot: Bloodhound is a particularly loud breed.
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Low to Average: The German Shepherd rarely barks.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Bavarian Mountain Hound or Bloodhound or German Shepherd?
It is not recommended to keep the Bavarian Mountain Hound breed in the home.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Bloodhound 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.

Bavarian Mountain Hound vs Bloodhound vs German Shepherd Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
Bavarian Mountain Hound dogs don't adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Average: Bloodhound dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
German Shepherd dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Bavarian Mountain Hound or Bloodhound or German Shepherd?
Bavarian Mountain Hound 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.
Bloodhound 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.

Bavarian Mountain Hound vs Bloodhound vs German Shepherd Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Bavarian Mountain Hound or Bloodhound or German Shepherd?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Bavarian Mountain Hound bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Bloodhound 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:

Low 🔽

The Bavarian Mountain Hound has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Bloodhound has a low chance of biting somebody.

High 🔼

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

Health Issues
Bavarian Mountain Hound vs Bloodhound vs German Shepherd health comparison. Which is the healthier: Bavarian Mountain Hound vs Bloodhound vs German Shepherd?
Bavarian Mountain Hounds tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Very healthy dog breed.
German Shepherds are commonly healthy dogs.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Bavarian Mountain Hound vs Bloodhound vs German Shepherd? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Bavarian Mountain Hound vs Bloodhound vs German Shepherd health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Epilepsy
Hip Dysplasia
Hypothyroidism
Bloat
Epilepsy
Entropion
Ectropion
Elbow Dysplasia
Ectopic Cilia
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?
Frequent
The Bavarian Mountain Hound should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Rare
The Bloodhound should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably 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
Bavarian Mountain Hound vs Bloodhound vs German Shepherd lifespan comparison. How long do Bavarian Mountain Hound, Bloodhound and German Shepherd breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Bavarian Mountain Hound: 11 years
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Bloodhound: 11 years
9-13 years
The average lifespan of German Shepherd: 11 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Bavarian Mountain Hound vs Bloodhound vs German Shepherd?
Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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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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Bavarian Mountain Hound vs Bloodhound vs German Shepherd Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Bavarian Mountain Hound vs Bloodhound vs German Shepherd Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Bavarian Mountain Hound or Bloodhound or German Shepherd?
2.5 to 4 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. Recommended daily amount: 4 to 8 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? Bavarian Mountain Hound vs Bloodhound vs German Shepherd weight gain potential comparison:
Average: The Bavarian Mountain Hound has an average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Bloodhound has an average risk for obesity.
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Low to Average: The German Shepherd has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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Bavarian Mountain Hound vs Bloodhound vs German Shepherd Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Bavarian Mountain Hound vs Bloodhound vs German Shepherd coat comparison:
Dense
Thick
Rough Fuzzy
Colors
What are the original Bavarian Mountain Hound, Bloodhound and German Shepherd color?
Black
Tan
Red
Brindle
Biscuit
masked fawn
Black
Tan
Red
Liver
Black
Tan
Red
Silver
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Bavarian Mountain Hound or Bloodhound or German Shepherd? Bavarian Mountain Hound vs Bloodhound vs German Shepherd grooming comparison:
Easy to groom: The Bavarian Mountain Hound doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Easy to groom: The Bloodhound doesn't require 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 Bavarian Mountain Hound or Bloodhound or German Shepherd? Bavarian Mountain Hound or Bloodhound or {name3 shedding:
Bavarian Mountain Hound dogs shed moderately.
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Bloodhound dogs shed moderately.
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German Shepherd dogs are heavy shedders.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Bavarian Mountain Hound or Bloodhound or German Shepherd?
6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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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
Bavarian Mountain Hound vs Bloodhound 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, Bavarian Mountain Hound vs Bloodhound vs German Shepherd?

Medium

The Bavarian Mountain Hound has an average chance of bad smell.

High 🔼

The Bloodhound has a high 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 Bavarian Mountain Hound is an average drooler.
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The Bloodhound is a big drooler, so if you're disgusted by slobber spots on your clothes, you should choose a dog from another breed.
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The German Shepherd is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Bavarian Mountain Hound vs Bloodhound vs German Shepherd Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Bavarian Mountain Hound dogs are generally with other pets.
Bloodhound dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
German Shepherd dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Bavarian Mountain Hound or Bloodhound or German Shepherd? Which dog is more friendly?
Bavarian Mountain Hound dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Bloodhound dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
German Shepherd dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Bavarian Mountain Hound or Bloodhound or German Shepherd?
Bavarian Mountain Hound dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Bloodhound dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
German Shepherd dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Bavarian Mountain Hound or Bloodhound or German Shepherd?
Bavarian Mountain Hound dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Bloodhound dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
German Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Bavarian Mountain Hound or Bloodhound or German Shepherd?
Bavarian Mountain Hound dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Bloodhound dogs are very 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: Bavarian Mountain Hound vs Bloodhound vs German Shepherd?
No
Bavarian Mountain Hound dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.
Yes
Bloodhound 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
Bavarian Mountain Hound is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Bloodhound 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?
Bavarian Mountain Hounds are usually recommended for elderly people.
Bloodhounds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
German Shepherds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Bavarian Mountain Hound vs Bloodhound 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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Yes

This breed makes good as a service dog.
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Yes

This breed makes good as a service dog.
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Therapy Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: Bavarian Mountain Hound or Bloodhound or German Shepherd? Which is better for autism?

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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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.

Yes

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

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.

Yes

This breed would make an excellent 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: Bavarian Mountain Hound vs Bloodhound vs German Shepherd?

Not really

Bavarian Mountain Hound breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Bloodhound 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

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.

Yes

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

Bavarian Mountain Hound vs Bloodhound vs German Shepherd Reproducibility Comparison

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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 Bavarian Mountain Hound and Bloodhound and German Shepherd have?
4-6 puppies 8-10 puppies 6-10 puppies

Bavarian Mountain Hound vs Bloodhound vs German Shepherd Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Hound 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 Scent hounds and related breeds group, in the Leash (scent) Hounds section. Recognized by FCI in the Scent hounds and related breeds group, in the Scent hounds 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?
Dog Registry of America Inc.
United Kennel Club
Irish 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.
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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