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Name	Blue Lacy	German Shepherd	Weiler Dane
Origins	United States	Germany	Germany
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Group	Working Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Designer Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Lacy Game Dog Lacy Hog Dog Texas Blue Lacy Lacy Dog	Alsatian wolf dog Berger Allemand Deutscher Schäferhund Schäferhund Alsatian	Great Rottie Great Rottweiler Dane Rottie Dane
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Blue Lacy vs German Shepherd vs Weiler Dane breed type comparison:	Cross Breed	Purebred	Cross Breed

Blue Lacy vs German Shepherd vs Weiler Dane Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Blue Lacy or German Shepherd or Weiler Dane? Which is the smallest dog, Blue Lacy or German Shepherd or Weiler Dane?	Medium	Large	Large Giant
Weight Which is heavier, Blue Lacy or German Shepherd or German Shepherd? Blue Lacy vs German Shepherd vs Weiler Dane weight comparison:	30-50 pounds (13-23 kg)	Male: 66-88 pounds (30-40 kg), Female: 49-71 pounds (22-32 kg)	Male: 120-200 pounds (54-90 kg), Female: 100-130 pounds (45-59 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	40 pounds (18 kg)	Male: 77 pounds (35 kg), Female: 60 pounds (27 kg)	Male: 160 pounds (72 kg), Female: 115 pounds (52 kg)
Height Which is taller, Blue Lacy or German Shepherd or Weiler Dane? Blue Lacy vs German Shepherd vs Weiler Dane height comparison:	18-23 inches (46-58 cm)	Male: 24-26 inches (60-65 cm), Female: 22-24 inches (55-60 cm)	Male: 30-34 inches (76-86 cm), Female: 28-32 inches (71-81 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	20.5 inches (52 cm)	Male: 25 inches (62.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (57.5 cm)	Male: 32 inches (81 cm), Female: 30 inches (76 cm)

Blue Lacy vs German Shepherd vs Weiler Dane Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Blue Lacy or German Shepherd or Weiler Dane? Which is more expensive?	$600-$800	$800-$2000	$800-$1200
Availability Which is easier to get, Blue Lacy or German Shepherd or Weiler Dane?	Average: The Blue Lacy is a commonly available dog breed.	Very frequent: The German Shepherd is quite easy to get.	Average: The Weiler Dane is a commonly available dog breed.

Blue Lacy vs German Shepherd vs Weiler Dane Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Blue Lacy vs German Shepherd vs Weiler Dane intelligence:	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.	Outstanding: Weiler Dane is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Blue Lacy vs German Shepherd vs Weiler Dane trainability comparison.	Blue Lacy dogs are very easy to train. See more.	German Shepherd dogs are easy to train. See more.	Weiler Dane dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Blue Lacy or German Shepherd or Weiler Dane?	Blue Lacy dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	German Shepherd dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Weiler Dane dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Blue Lacy or German Shepherd or Weiler Dane? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Blue Lacy dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	German Shepherd dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Weiler Dane dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
Guard Dog Breeds List

Blue Lacy vs German Shepherd vs Weiler Dane Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Blue Lacy or German Shepherd or Weiler Dane? Blue Lacy vs German Shepherd vs Weiler Dane behavior/temperament comparison:	Active Alert Intelligent Devoted Bold Intense	Curious Alert Courageous Intelligent Confident Obedient Loyal Watchful	Loving Independent Protective Alert Courageous Intelligent Confident Friendly Loyal Devoted Gentle Fearless Good-natured Reserved
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	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.	Sensitive: Weiler Dane 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: Blue Lacy vs German Shepherd vs Weiler Dane?	Average: Blue Lacy dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	High: German Shepherd dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average: Weiler Dane dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Blue Lacy vs German Shepherd vs Weiler Dane social needs comparison:	Blue Lacy dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	German Shepherd dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Weiler Dane dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	The wanderlust potential of the Blue Lacy is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	German Shepherd dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.	Weiler Dane dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Blue Lacy dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	German Shepherd dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Weiler Dane 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

Blue Lacy vs German Shepherd vs Weiler Dane Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Blue Lacy vs German Shepherd vs Weiler Dane playfulness comparison:	The Blue Lacy is a playful breed. See more.	Average: German Shepherds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: Weiler Danes, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
Most Playful Dog Breeds
Barking Which dog barks more/less: Blue Lacy vs German Shepherd vs Weiler Dane?	Low to Average: The Blue Lacy rarely barks. See more.	Low to Average: The German Shepherd rarely barks. See more.	Low to Average: The Weiler Dane rarely barks. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Blue Lacy or German Shepherd or Weiler Dane?	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Blue Lacy 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.	Apartment-friendly dog the Weiler Dane breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Blue Lacy vs German Shepherd vs Weiler Dane Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Average: Blue Lacy 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.	Average: Weiler Dane dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Blue Lacy or German Shepherd or Weiler Dane?	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.	Weiler Dane dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Blue Lacy vs German Shepherd vs Weiler Dane Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Blue Lacy or German Shepherd or Weiler Dane?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Blue Lacy bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ German Shepherd bite force: Ordinary.	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Weiler Dane bite force: The Strongest.
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 Blue Lacy has a low chance of biting somebody.	High 🔼 The German Shepherd has a high chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Weiler Dane has a low chance of biting somebody. High 🔼 The Weiler Dane has a high chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Blue Lacy vs German Shepherd vs Weiler Dane mouthiness comparison:	Blue Lacy dogs have a higher than 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.	Weiler Dane dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Blue Lacy vs German Shepherd vs Weiler Dane Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Blue Lacy vs German Shepherd vs Weiler Dane health comparison. Which is the healthier: Blue Lacy vs German Shepherd vs Weiler Dane?	Blue Lacys tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	German Shepherds are commonly healthy dogs.	Weiler Danes are commonly healthy dogs.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Blue Lacy vs German Shepherd vs Weiler Dane? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Blue Lacy vs German Shepherd vs Weiler Dane health problems comparison:	Color Dilution Alopecia	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	Hip Dysplasia Patent Ductus Arteriosis Allergies Cancer Hypothyroidism Bloat Elbow Dysplasia Mitral Valve Disease Panosteitis Aortic Stenosis Osteosarcoma Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis Dilated Cardiomyopathy Persistent Right Aortic Arch Tricuspid Valve Dysplasia
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Frequent The Blue Lacy should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Rare The German Shepherd should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Rare The Weiler Dane should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Blue Lacy vs German Shepherd vs Weiler Dane lifespan comparison. How long do Blue Lacy, German Shepherd and Weiler Dane breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	14-16 years The average lifespan of Blue Lacy: 15 years	9-13 years The average lifespan of German Shepherd: 11 years	8-12 years The average lifespan of Weiler Dane: 10 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Blue Lacy vs German Shepherd vs Weiler Dane?	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Blue Lacy can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even 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.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.

Blue Lacy vs German Shepherd vs Weiler Dane Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Blue Lacy vs German Shepherd vs Weiler Dane Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Blue Lacy or German Shepherd or Weiler Dane?	1.5 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day.	3 to 4 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	Recommended daily amount: 4 to 10 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Blue Lacy vs German Shepherd vs Weiler Dane weight gain potential comparison:	Low to Average: The Blue Lacy has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Low to Average: The German Shepherd has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Weiler Dane's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Blue Lacy vs German Shepherd vs Weiler Dane Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Blue Lacy vs German Shepherd vs Weiler Dane coat comparison:	Smooth Tight	Fuzzy	Dense
Colors What are the original Blue Lacy, German Shepherd and Weiler Dane color?	Red Blue Cream Silver Tricolor Grey	Black Tan Red Silver	Black Tan Blue White Fawn Brindle Merle Rust Mahogany
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Blue Lacy or German Shepherd or Weiler Dane? Blue Lacy vs German Shepherd vs Weiler Dane grooming comparison:	Effortless: The Blue Lacy requires minimal grooming. See more.	Average: The German Shepherd requires average grooming effort. See more.	Effortless: The Weiler Dane requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Blue Lacy or German Shepherd or Weiler Dane? Blue Lacy or German Shepherd or {name3 shedding:	Blue Lacy dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	German Shepherd dogs are heavy shedders. See more.	Weiler Dane 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: Blue Lacy or German Shepherd or Weiler Dane?	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	8-12 weeks Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.
Hypoallergenic Blue Lacy vs German Shepherd vs Weiler Dane 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, Blue Lacy vs German Shepherd vs Weiler Dane?	Medium ⏺ The Blue Lacy has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The German Shepherd has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Weiler Dane has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Blue Lacy is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The German Shepherd is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Weiler Dane 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.

Blue Lacy vs German Shepherd vs Weiler Dane Good With Comparison

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

Blue Lacy vs German Shepherd vs Weiler Dane 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.	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Blue Lacy or German Shepherd or Weiler Dane? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect 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.	Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.	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.	Yes This breed would make an excellent 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: Blue Lacy vs German Shepherd vs Weiler Dane?	Not really Blue Lacy 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.	Not really Weiler Dane 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.	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.
Fighting Dog / Military 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.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

Blue Lacy vs German Shepherd vs Weiler Dane 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 Blue Lacy and German Shepherd and Weiler Dane have?	3-5 puppies	6-10 puppies	8-12 puppies
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Blue Lacy vs German Shepherd vs Weiler Dane 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 1908 as a Herding breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section.	Not recognized by FCI.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	American Canine Registry America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Continental Kennel Club National 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	Dog Registry of America Inc.

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