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Name	Boxer	German Shepherd	Smooth Collie
Origins	Germany	Germany	Scotland
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Group	Working Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Deutscher Boxer German Boxer	Alsatian wolf dog Berger Allemand Deutscher Schäferhund Schäferhund Alsatian	Short-Haired Collie
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Boxer vs German Shepherd vs Smooth Collie breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Boxer vs German Shepherd vs Smooth Collie Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Boxer or German Shepherd or Smooth Collie? Which is the smallest dog, Boxer or German Shepherd or Smooth Collie?	Medium	Large	Large
Weight Which is heavier, Boxer or German Shepherd or German Shepherd? Boxer vs German Shepherd vs Smooth Collie weight comparison:	Male: 60-70 pounds (27-32 kg), Female: 53-65 pounds (24-29 kg)	Male: 66-88 pounds (30-40 kg), Female: 49-71 pounds (22-32 kg)	Male: 60-70 pounds (27-32 kg), Female: 53-65 pounds (24-29 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 65 pounds (29.5 kg), Female: 59 pounds (26.5 kg)	Male: 77 pounds (35 kg), Female: 60 pounds (27 kg)	Male: 67.5 pounds (30.5 kg), Female: 57.5 pounds (26 kg)
Height Which is taller, Boxer or German Shepherd or Smooth Collie? Boxer vs German Shepherd vs Smooth Collie height comparison:	Male: 22-25 inches (56-63 cm), Female: 21-24 inches (53-61 cm)	Male: 24-26 inches (60-65 cm), Female: 22-24 inches (55-60 cm)	Male: 24–26 inch (60–66 cm), Female: 22–24 inch (55–61 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 23.5 inches (59.5 cm), Female: 22.5 inches (57 cm)	Male: 25 inches (62.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (57.5 cm)	Male: 25 inches (62.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (58.5 cm)

Boxer vs German Shepherd vs Smooth Collie Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Boxer or German Shepherd or Smooth Collie? Which is more expensive?	$600-$1200	$800-$2000	$400-$600
Availability Which is easier to get, Boxer or German Shepherd or Smooth Collie?	Very frequent: The Boxer is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The German Shepherd is quite easy to get.	Average: The Smooth Collie is a commonly available dog breed.

Boxer vs German Shepherd vs Smooth Collie Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Boxer vs German Shepherd vs Smooth Collie 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.	Very smart: Smooth Collie is an excellent dog breed. See more.
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Trainability Boxer vs German Shepherd vs Smooth Collie trainability comparison.	Boxer dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	German Shepherd dogs are easy to train. See more.	Smooth Collie dogs are very easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Boxer or German Shepherd or Smooth Collie?	Boxer dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	German Shepherd dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Smooth Collie dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Boxer or German Shepherd or Smooth Collie? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Boxer dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	German Shepherd dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Smooth Collie dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Boxer vs German Shepherd vs Smooth Collie Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Boxer or German Shepherd or Smooth Collie? Boxer vs German Shepherd vs Smooth Collie behavior/temperament comparison:	Playful Energetic Intelligent Confident Friendly Loyal Fearless Brave Bright	Curious Alert Courageous Intelligent Confident Obedient Loyal Watchful	Protective Intelligent Friendly Responsive Loyal Gentle Social
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: Smooth Collie 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: Boxer vs German Shepherd vs Smooth Collie?	High: Boxer 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.	High: Smooth Collie dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Boxer vs German Shepherd vs Smooth Collie social needs comparison:	Boxer dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	German Shepherd dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Smooth Collie dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Boxer dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	German Shepherd dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.	Smooth Collie dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Boxer 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. See more.	German Shepherd dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Smooth Collie 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

Boxer vs German Shepherd vs Smooth Collie Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Boxer vs German Shepherd vs Smooth Collie playfulness comparison:	The Boxer is a playful breed. See more.	Average: German Shepherds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Smooth Collie is a playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Boxer vs German Shepherd vs Smooth Collie?	Low to Average: The Boxer rarely barks. See more.	Low to Average: The German Shepherd rarely barks. See more.	Average to High: The Smooth Collie is a vocal breed. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Boxer or German Shepherd or Smooth Collie?	Apartment-friendly dog the Boxer 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.	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 Smooth Collie indoors.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Boxer vs German Shepherd vs Smooth Collie Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Boxer dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	German Shepherd dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Smooth Collie dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Boxer or German Shepherd or Smooth Collie?	Boxer 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.	Smooth Collie dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Boxer vs German Shepherd vs Smooth Collie Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Boxer or German Shepherd or Smooth Collie?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Boxer bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ German Shepherd bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Smooth Collie bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	Low 🔽 The Boxer has a low chance of biting somebody.	High 🔼 The German Shepherd has a high chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Smooth Collie has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Boxer vs German Shepherd vs Smooth Collie mouthiness comparison:	Boxer dogs have a lower 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.	Smooth Collie dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Boxer vs German Shepherd vs Smooth Collie Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Boxer vs German Shepherd vs Smooth Collie health comparison. Which is the healthier: Boxer vs German Shepherd vs Smooth Collie?	The Boxer is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	German Shepherds are commonly healthy dogs.	The Smooth Collie is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Boxer vs German Shepherd vs Smooth Collie? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Boxer vs German Shepherd vs Smooth Collie health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Allergies Cancer Hypothyroidism Bloat Deafness Demodectic Mange Aortic Stenosis Boxer Cardiomyopathy Corneal Dystrophy	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 Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Drug Sensitivity Collie Eye Anomaly Gray Collie Syndrome
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Boxer 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).	Average The Smooth Collie should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Boxer vs German Shepherd vs Smooth Collie lifespan comparison. How long do Boxer, German Shepherd and Smooth Collie breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	10-12 years The average lifespan of Boxer: 11 years	9-13 years The average lifespan of German Shepherd: 11 years	14-16 years The average lifespan of Smooth Collie: 15 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Boxer vs German Shepherd vs Smooth Collie?	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.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.

Boxer vs German Shepherd vs Smooth Collie Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Boxer vs German Shepherd vs Smooth Collie Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Boxer or German Shepherd or Smooth Collie?	Recommended daily amount: 2 to 3 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.	2 to 3 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? Boxer vs German Shepherd vs Smooth Collie weight gain potential comparison:	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Boxer'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.	Average: The Smooth Collie has an average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Boxer vs German Shepherd vs Smooth Collie Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Boxer vs German Shepherd vs Smooth Collie coat comparison:	Waterproof	Fuzzy	Dense Thick Flat
Colors What are the original Boxer, German Shepherd and Smooth Collie color?	White Fawn Brindle	Black Tan Red Silver	White Sable Merle Black & White & Tan Blue & Merle Blue & Merle & White Sable & White White & Merle
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Boxer or German Shepherd or Smooth Collie? Boxer vs German Shepherd vs Smooth Collie grooming comparison:	Effortless: The Boxer requires minimal grooming. See more.	Average: The German Shepherd requires average grooming effort. See more.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Boxer or German Shepherd or Smooth Collie? Boxer or German Shepherd or {name3 shedding:	Boxer dogs shed moderately. See more.	German Shepherd dogs are heavy shedders. See more.	Smooth Collie dogs are heavy shedders. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Boxer or German Shepherd or Smooth Collie?	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.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.
Hypoallergenic Boxer vs German Shepherd vs Smooth Collie 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, Boxer vs German Shepherd vs Smooth Collie?	High 🔼 The Boxer has a high chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The German Shepherd has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Smooth Collie has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Boxer 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 Smooth Collie is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Boxer vs German Shepherd vs Smooth Collie Good With Comparison

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

Boxer vs German Shepherd vs Smooth Collie 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: Boxer or German Shepherd or Smooth Collie? 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.
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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.	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: Boxer vs German Shepherd vs Smooth Collie?	Not really Boxer 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 Smooth Collie 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?	Yes 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.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Fighting Dog / Military Dog	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Boxer vs German Shepherd vs Smooth Collie 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 Boxer and German Shepherd and Smooth Collie have?	2-10 puppies, average 6	6-10 puppies	4-8 puppies
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Boxer vs German Shepherd vs Smooth Collie Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1904 as a Working breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1908 as a Herding breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Herding breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type section.	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 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 Canadian Canine Registry	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	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

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