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Boston Terrier vs Brittany vs German Shepherd Comparison - Dog breed selector: American Gentlemen or American Brittany or Alsatian wolf dog? Find the right dog for you

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Name Boston Terrier Brittany German Shepherd
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Group Companion Dogs Gun Dog Pastoral / Herding Dogs
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
American Gentlemen
Boston Bull Terrier
Boxwood
Boston Bull
American Brittany
Brittany Spaniel
Epagneul Breton
Alsatian wolf dog
Berger Allemand
Deutscher Schäferhund
Schäferhund
Alsatian
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Boston Terrier vs Brittany vs German Shepherd breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Boston Terrier vs Brittany vs German Shepherd Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Boston Terrier or Brittany or German Shepherd? Which is the smallest dog, Boston Terrier or Brittany or German Shepherd?
Small Medium Large
Weight
Which is heavier, Boston Terrier or Brittany or Brittany? Boston Terrier vs Brittany vs German Shepherd weight comparison:
10-25 pounds (6-11kg) Male: 35-40 pounds (16-18 kg), Females: 30-40 pounds (14-18 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?
17.5 pounds (8.5 kg) Male: 37.5 pounds (17 kg), Females: 35 pounds (16 kg) Male: 77 pounds (35 kg), Female: 60 pounds (27 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Boston Terrier or Brittany or German Shepherd? Boston Terrier vs Brittany vs German Shepherd height comparison:
15-17 inches (38-43 cm) Male: 17-21 inches (43-53 cm), Female: 18-20 inches (46-51 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?
16 inches (40.5 cm) Male: 19 inches (48 cm), Female: 19 inches (48.5 cm) Male: 25 inches (62.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (57.5 cm)

Boston Terrier vs Brittany vs German Shepherd Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Boston Terrier or Brittany or German Shepherd? Which is more expensive?
$600-$800 $700-$800 $800-$2000
Availability
Which is easier to get, Boston Terrier or Brittany or German Shepherd?
Very frequent: The Boston Terrier is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Brittany is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The German Shepherd is quite easy to get.

Boston Terrier vs Brittany vs German Shepherd Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Boston Terrier vs Brittany 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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Very smart: Brittany is an excellent dog breed.
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Outstanding: German Shepherd is one of the brightest dog breeds.
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Trainability
Boston Terrier vs Brittany vs German Shepherd trainability comparison.
Boston Terrier dogs are quite easy to train.
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Brittany 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: Boston Terrier or Brittany or German Shepherd?
Boston Terrier dogs are average watchdogs.
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Brittany dogs are average watchdogs.
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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 Boston Terrier or Brittany or German Shepherd? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Boston Terrier dogs are average defenders.
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Brittany dogs are average defenders.
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German Shepherd dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Boston Terrier vs Brittany vs German Shepherd Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Boston Terrier or Brittany or German Shepherd? Boston Terrier vs Brittany vs German Shepherd behavior/temperament comparison:
Playful
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Aggressive
Independent
Alert
Intelligent
Responsive
Social
Curious
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Confident
Obedient
Loyal
Watchful
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
Sensitive: Boston Terrier dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Sensitive: Brittany dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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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: Boston Terrier vs Brittany vs German Shepherd?
High: Boston Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Brittany 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
Boston Terrier vs Brittany vs German Shepherd social needs comparison:
Boston Terrier dogs are a social breed.
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Brittany 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?
Boston Terrier dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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The wanderlust potential of the Brittany is strong enough to escape from home.
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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?
Boston Terrier dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals.
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Brittany dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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German Shepherd dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Boston Terrier vs Brittany vs German Shepherd Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Boston Terrier vs Brittany vs German Shepherd playfulness comparison:
Average: Boston Terriers, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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The Brittany 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: Boston Terrier vs Brittany vs German Shepherd?
Low to Average: The Boston Terrier rarely barks.
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Average: The Brittany barks occasionally.
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Low to Average: The German Shepherd rarely barks.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Boston Terrier or Brittany or German Shepherd?
Very house-friendly dog the Boston Terrier 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 Brittany indoors.
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.

Boston Terrier vs Brittany vs German Shepherd Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
Boston Terrier dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Brittany 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.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Boston Terrier or Brittany or German Shepherd?
Boston Terrier 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.
Brittany 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.

Boston Terrier vs Brittany vs German Shepherd Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Boston Terrier or Brittany or German Shepherd?

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Boston Terrier bite force: Weak.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Brittany 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:

Moderate

The Boston Terrier has an average chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Brittany has a low chance of biting somebody.

High 🔼

The German Shepherd has a high chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Boston Terrier vs Brittany vs German Shepherd mouthiness comparison:
Boston Terrier dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Brittany dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, 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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Boston Terrier vs Brittany vs German Shepherd Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Boston Terrier vs Brittany vs German Shepherd health comparison. Which is the healthier: Boston Terrier vs Brittany vs German Shepherd?
The Boston Terrier is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The Brittany is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
German Shepherds are commonly healthy dogs.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Boston Terrier vs Brittany vs German Shepherd? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Boston Terrier vs Brittany vs German Shepherd health problems comparison:
Cataracts
Heart Murmurs
Patellar Luxation
Allergies
Deafness
Cherry Eye
Brain Tumors
Megaesophagus
Reverse Sneezing
Hip Dysplasia
Hypothyroidism
Epilepsy
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?
Average
The Boston Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Average
The Brittany 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).
Life Expectancy
Boston Terrier vs Brittany vs German Shepherd lifespan comparison. How long do Boston Terrier, Brittany and German Shepherd breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Boston Terrier: 13 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Brittany: 13 years
9-13 years
The average lifespan of German Shepherd: 11 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Boston Terrier vs Brittany 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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Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Brittany can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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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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Boston Terrier vs Brittany vs German Shepherd Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Boston Terrier or Brittany or German Shepherd? Boston Terrier vs Brittany vs German Shepherd energy level comparison:
Boston Terrier dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Brittany dogs are high-energy dogs.
German Shepherd dogs are high-energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Boston Terrier vs Brittany vs German Shepherd exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Boston Terrier or Brittany or German Shepherd? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Boston Terrier dogs have an average exercise need.
Brittany dogs need a lot of exercises.
German Shepherd dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Boston Terrier or Brittany or German Shepherd?
Boston Terrier dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Brittany dogs don't need too much sleep.
German Shepherd dogs don't need too much sleep.

Boston Terrier vs Brittany vs German Shepherd Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Boston Terrier or Brittany or German Shepherd?
0.5 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three 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? Boston Terrier vs Brittany vs German Shepherd weight gain potential comparison:
Average: The Boston Terrier has an average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Brittany 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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Boston Terrier vs Brittany vs German Shepherd Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Boston Terrier vs Brittany vs German Shepherd coat comparison:
Fine Feathered Fuzzy
Colors
What are the original Boston Terrier, Brittany and German Shepherd color?
Black
White
Brindle
Seal
White
Orange
Liver
Roan
Black
Tan
Red
Silver
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Boston Terrier or Brittany or German Shepherd? Boston Terrier vs Brittany vs German Shepherd grooming comparison:
Effortless: The Boston Terrier requires minimal grooming.
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Easy to groom: The Brittany 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 Boston Terrier or Brittany or German Shepherd? Boston Terrier or Brittany or {name3 shedding:
Boston Terrier dogs shed moderately.
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Brittany dogs are low shedders.
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German Shepherd dogs are heavy shedders.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Boston Terrier or Brittany or German Shepherd?
3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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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
Boston Terrier vs Brittany 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, Boston Terrier vs Brittany vs German Shepherd?

Medium

The Boston Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Brittany has an average 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 Boston Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Brittany is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency.
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The German Shepherd is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Boston Terrier vs Brittany vs German Shepherd Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Boston Terrier dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Brittany dogs are generally with other pets.
German Shepherd dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Boston Terrier or Brittany or German Shepherd? Which dog is more friendly?
Boston Terrier dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Brittany dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
German Shepherd dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Boston Terrier or Brittany or German Shepherd?
Boston Terrier dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Brittany dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
German Shepherd dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Boston Terrier or Brittany or German Shepherd?
Boston Terrier dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Brittany dogs are average friendly towards cats.
German Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Boston Terrier or Brittany or German Shepherd?
Boston Terrier dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Brittany 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: Boston Terrier vs Brittany vs German Shepherd?
Yes
Boston Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Brittany 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
Boston Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Brittany 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?
Boston Terriers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Brittanys are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
German Shepherds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Boston Terrier vs Brittany 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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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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Therapy Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: Boston Terrier or Brittany or German Shepherd? Which is better for autism?

Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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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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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.

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.

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.
Boat and Sailor Dog
Which one could be a boat dog: Boston Terrier vs Brittany vs German Shepherd?

Not really

Boston Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Brittany 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

Yes

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

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Yes

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

Boston Terrier vs Brittany vs German Shepherd 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.
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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 Boston Terrier and Brittany and German Shepherd have?
3-5 puppies 1-11 puppies, average 6 6-10 puppies

Boston Terrier vs Brittany vs German Shepherd Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1893 as a Non-Sporting breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1934 as a Sporting 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 Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Small Molossian type Dogs section. Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the Continental Pointing Dogs 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?
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
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
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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