Bichon Frise vs German Shepherd Comparison – Which dog is better Bichon A Poil Frise or Alsatian wolf dog?

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Name	Bichon Frise	German Shepherd
Origins	Spain Belgium	Germany
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Group	Companion Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs
Popularity Rank	46	2
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Common Names & Aliases Compare different names used for Bichon Frise and German Shepherd. What other names are these breeds known by?	Bichon A Poil Frise Bichon Tenerife Purebred Bichon Tenerife Dog Bichon Frise	Alsatian wolf dog Berger Allemand Deutscher Schäferhund Schäferhund Alsatian
Breed Classification Compare breed classifications between a Bichon Frise and a German Shepherd. Learn about their genetic backgrounds.	Purebred	Purebred

Bichon Frise vs German Shepherd Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Which is bigger: a Bichon Frise or a German Shepherd? Compare size differences between these breeds.	Small	Large
Weight Statistics Compare weight ranges between a Bichon Frise and a German Shepherd. Which breed is heavier?	7-13 pounds (3-6 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?	10 pounds (4.5 kg)	Male: 77 pounds (35 kg), Female: 60 pounds (27 kg)
Height Which is taller, Bichon Frise or German Shepherd? Is a Bichon Frise taller than a German Shepherd?	Male: 9-12 inches (23–30 cm) Female: 9-11 inches (23-28 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: 10.5 inches (26.5 cm) Female: 10 inches (25.5 cm)	Male: 25 inches (62.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (57.5 cm)

Bichon Frise vs German Shepherd Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy prices between a Bichon Frise and a German Shepherd. Which breed costs more?	$700-$1000	$800-$2000
Availability Which is easier to get, Bichon Frise or German Shepherd?	Very frequent: The Bichon Frise is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The German Shepherd is quite easy to get.

Bichon Frise vs German Shepherd Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Which is smarter: a Bichon Frise or a German Shepherd? Compare intelligence rankings and learning abilities.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. 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 Bichon Frise or a German Shepherd? Compare training requirements.	Bichon Frise dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	German Shepherd dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Rating Which makes a better watchdog: a Bichon Frise or a German Shepherd? Compare alertness levels.	Bichon Frise dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	German Shepherd dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Which is more protective: a Bichon Frise or a German Shepherd? Compare territorial behaviors.	Bichon Frise dogs are not the best to protect their territory. See more.	German Shepherd dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Bichon Frise vs German Shepherd Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits Compare personalities of a Bichon Frise and a German Shepherd. How do their temperaments differ?	Playful Sensitive Intelligent Affectionate Gentle Cheerful	Curious Alert Courageous Intelligent Confident Obedient Loyal Watchful
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Bichon Frise vs German Shepherd?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. 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: Bichon Frise vs German Shepherd?	High: Bichon Frise 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 Bichon Frise vs German Shepherd social needs comparison:	Bichon Frise dogs need a lot of social interaction. 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 Bichon Frise vs German Shepherd?	Bichon Frise dogs have average wanderlust potential. 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 Bichon Frise vs German Shepherd? Which can be better for hunting?	Their prey drive is low. 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

Bichon Frise vs German Shepherd Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Which breed barks more: a Bichon Frise or a German Shepherd? Compare vocalization tendencies.	Average: The Bichon Frise barks occasionally. 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 Bichon Frise or a German Shepherd? Compare play drive and energy.	The Bichon Frise is a playful 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 Bichon Frise or a German Shepherd? Compare living space needs.	Very house-friendly dog the Bichon Frise 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.
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Bichon Frise vs German Shepherd Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Which adapts better to changes: a Bichon Frise or a German Shepherd? Compare adaptability levels.	Bichon Frise dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all 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: Bichon Frise or German Shepherd?	Bichon Frise 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.

Bichon Frise vs German Shepherd Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Which has lower bite risk: a Bichon Frise or a German Shepherd? Compare biting tendencies.	Low 🔽 The Bichon Frise 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 Bichon Frise or a German Shepherd? Compare mouthing behaviors.	Bichon Frise 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 Bichon Frise or a German Shepherd? Compare bite force PSI.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Bichon Frise bite force: Weak.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ German Shepherd bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force

Bichon Frise vs German Shepherd Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Which lives longer: a Bichon Frise or a German Shepherd? Compare average lifespans.	11-15 years The average lifespan of Bichon Frise: 13 years	9-13 years The average lifespan of German Shepherd: 11 years
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Climate Tolerance Which handles weather better: a Bichon Frise or a German Shepherd? Compare climate tolerances.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. 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 Bichon Frise and a German Shepherd. Which breed is healthier?	The Bichon Frise 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: Bichon Frise vs German Shepherd?	Average The Bichon Frise 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: Bichon Frise vs German Shepherd? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Bichon Frise vs German Shepherd health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Allergies Vaccination Sensitivity Bladder Stones Juvenile Cataracts	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

Bichon Frise vs German Shepherd Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Bichon Frise vs German Shepherd Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Which gains weight easier: a Bichon Frise or a German Shepherd? Compare obesity risks.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Bichon Frise'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 Bichon Frise or a German Shepherd? Compare daily food needs.	1/2 to 1.5 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

Bichon Frise vs German Shepherd Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Which is more hypoallergenic: a Bichon Frise or a German Shepherd? Compare allergy friendliness.	Yes See more.	No See more.
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Coat Colors What color variations exist for Bichon Frise and German Shepherd? Compare breed colors.	Cream White Buff Apricot	Black Tan Red Silver
Grooming Requirements Which needs more grooming: a Bichon Frise or a German Shepherd? Compare maintenance needs.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. 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 Bichon Frise or a German Shepherd? Compare drooling amounts.	The Bichon Frise is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The German Shepherd is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Which has less odor: a Bichon Frise or a German Shepherd? Compare natural smell levels.	Low 🔽 The Bichon Frise has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The German Shepherd has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics How do coats differ between a Bichon Frise and a German Shepherd? Compare fur types.	Curly	Fuzzy
Bathing Needs Which needs more baths: a Bichon Frise or a German Shepherd? Compare bathing frequencies.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. 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 Bichon Frise or German Shepherd? Do Bichon Frise dogs shed more than German Shepherd dogs?	Bichon Frise dogs are low shedders. See more.	German Shepherd dogs are heavy shedders. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most

Bichon Frise vs German Shepherd Good With Comparison

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

Bichon Frise vs German Shepherd As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Which makes a better service dog: a Bichon Frise 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 Bichon Frise or a German Shepherd? Compare therapy capabilities.	Yes This breed makes a perfect 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 Bichon Frise 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 Bichon Frise 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 Bichon Frise or a German Shepherd? Compare maritime abilities.	Not really Bichon Frise 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 Bichon Frise 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 Bichon Frise 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.

Bichon Frise vs German Shepherd Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare litter sizes between Bichon Frise and German Shepherd. Which has larger litters?	2-5 puppies	6-10 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare pregnancy duration between Bichon Frise and German Shepherd breeds.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding frequencies between Bichon Frise 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.

Bichon Frise vs German Shepherd Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC classifications of Bichon Frise and German Shepherd. Which groups do they belong to?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1972 as a Non-Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1908 as a Herding breed.
FCI Classification Compare FCI classifications of Bichon Frise 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 Bichon Frise and German Shepherd. Which is more widely recognized?	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 The Bichon Frise Club Of America	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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