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Bull Terrier vs Giant Schnauzer vs German Shepherd Comparison - Dog breed selector: Bully or Riesenschnauzer or Alsatian wolf dog? Find the right dog for you

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Name Bull Terrier Giant Schnauzer German Shepherd
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Bully
Gladiator
English Bull Terrier
Riesenschnauzer Alsatian wolf dog
Berger Allemand
Deutscher Schäferhund
Schäferhund
Alsatian
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Bull Terrier vs Giant Schnauzer vs German Shepherd breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Bull Terrier vs Giant Schnauzer vs German Shepherd Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Bull Terrier or Giant Schnauzer or German Shepherd? Which is the smallest dog, Bull Terrier or Giant Schnauzer or German Shepherd?
Medium Giant Large
Weight
Which is heavier, Bull Terrier or Giant Schnauzer or Giant Schnauzer? Bull Terrier vs Giant Schnauzer vs German Shepherd weight comparison:
Male: 55-80 pounds (25-36 kg), Female: 45-70 pounds (20-32 kg) Males 60-105 pounds (27-48 kg), Female: 55-75 pounds (25-34 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?
Male: 67.5 pounds (30.5 kg), Female: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg) Males 82.5 pounds (37.5 kg), Female: 65 pounds (29.5 kg) Male: 77 pounds (35 kg), Female: 60 pounds (27 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Bull Terrier or Giant Schnauzer or German Shepherd? Bull Terrier vs Giant Schnauzer vs German Shepherd height comparison:
Male: 22-24 inches (56-60 cm), Female: 20-22 inches (51-56 cm) Male: 26-28 inches (66-71 cm), Female: 23-26 inches (58-66 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: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 21 inches (53.5 cm) Male: 27 inches (68.5 cm), Female: 24.5 inches (62 cm) Male: 25 inches (62.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (57.5 cm)

Bull Terrier vs Giant Schnauzer vs German Shepherd Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Bull Terrier or Giant Schnauzer or German Shepherd? Which is more expensive?
$1200-$1500 $1000-$1500 $800-$2000
Availability
Which is easier to get, Bull Terrier or Giant Schnauzer or German Shepherd?
Very frequent: The Bull Terrier is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Giant Schnauzer is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The German Shepherd is quite easy to get.

Bull Terrier vs Giant Schnauzer vs German Shepherd Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Bull Terrier vs Giant Schnauzer vs German Shepherd intelligence:
Smart: The Bull Terrier dogs have great intelligence.
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Smart: The Giant Schnauzer dogs have great intelligence.
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Outstanding: German Shepherd is one of the brightest dog breeds.
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Trainability
Bull Terrier vs Giant Schnauzer vs German Shepherd trainability comparison.
Bull Terrier dogs are easy to train.
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Giant Schnauzer 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: Bull Terrier or Giant Schnauzer or German Shepherd?
Bull Terrier dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Giant Schnauzer dogs are one of the best 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 Bull Terrier or Giant Schnauzer or German Shepherd? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Bull Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Giant Schnauzer dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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German Shepherd dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Bull Terrier vs Giant Schnauzer vs German Shepherd Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Bull Terrier or Giant Schnauzer or German Shepherd? Bull Terrier vs Giant Schnauzer vs German Shepherd behavior/temperament comparison:
Active
Protective
Tempered
Sweet
Trainable
Keen
Powerful
Intelligent
Dominant
Loyal
Kind
Strong
Willed
Curious
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Confident
Obedient
Loyal
Watchful
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
Sensitive: Bull Terrier dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Sensitive: German Shepherd dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Bull Terrier vs Giant Schnauzer vs German Shepherd?
Average to High: Bull Terrier dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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Average: Giant Schnauzer dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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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
Bull Terrier vs Giant Schnauzer vs German Shepherd social needs comparison:
Bull Terrier dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Giant Schnauzer dogs need for social interaction is average.
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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?
Bull 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 Giant Schnauzer 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?
Bull Terrier dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Giant Schnauzer dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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German Shepherd dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Bull Terrier vs Giant Schnauzer vs German Shepherd Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Bull Terrier vs Giant Schnauzer vs German Shepherd playfulness comparison:
The Bull Terrier is a highly playful breed.
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The Giant Schnauzer 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: Bull Terrier vs Giant Schnauzer vs German Shepherd?
Low to Average: The Bull Terrier rarely barks.
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Average: The Giant Schnauzer 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 Bull Terrier or Giant Schnauzer or German Shepherd?
Apartment-friendly dog the Bull Terrier breed.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Giant Schnauzer 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.

Bull Terrier vs Giant Schnauzer vs German Shepherd Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
Bull Terrier dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Average: Giant Schnauzer dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
German Shepherd dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Bull Terrier or Giant Schnauzer or German Shepherd?
Bull Terrier 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.
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Bull Terrier vs Giant Schnauzer vs German Shepherd Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Bull Terrier or Giant Schnauzer or German Shepherd?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Bull Terrier bite force: Ordinary.

Above 400 PSI 🔼

Giant Schnauzer bite force: The Strongest.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

German Shepherd bite force: Ordinary.
Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:

Low 🔽

The Bull Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Giant Schnauzer has a low chance of biting somebody.

High 🔼

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

Health Issues
Bull Terrier vs Giant Schnauzer vs German Shepherd health comparison. Which is the healthier: Bull Terrier vs Giant Schnauzer vs German Shepherd?
Very healthy dog breed.
Giant Schnauzers are commonly healthy dogs.
German Shepherds are commonly healthy dogs.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Bull Terrier vs Giant Schnauzer vs German Shepherd? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Bull Terrier vs Giant Schnauzer vs German Shepherd health problems comparison:
Heart Murmurs
Deafness
Hereditary Nephritis
Lens Luxation
Spinning
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Cancer
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Bloat
Heart Problems
Elbow Dysplasia
Retinal Dysplasia
Glaucoma
Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca
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?
Rare
The Bull Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Rare
The Giant Schnauzer should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Rare
The German Shepherd should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Life Expectancy
Bull Terrier vs Giant Schnauzer vs German Shepherd lifespan comparison. How long do Bull Terrier, Giant Schnauzer and German Shepherd breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Bull Terrier: 11 years
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Giant Schnauzer: 11 years
9-13 years
The average lifespan of German Shepherd: 11 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Bull Terrier vs Giant Schnauzer vs German Shepherd?
Prefers warm weather
Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates.
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Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Giant Schnauzer 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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Bull Terrier vs Giant Schnauzer vs German Shepherd Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Bull Terrier vs Giant Schnauzer vs German Shepherd Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Bull Terrier or Giant Schnauzer or German Shepherd?
2.5 to 3.5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, divided into two meals. 8 to 10 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals 3 to 4 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Bull Terrier vs Giant Schnauzer vs German Shepherd weight gain potential comparison:
High: The Bull Terrier breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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Average: The Giant Schnauzer 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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Bull Terrier vs Giant Schnauzer vs German Shepherd Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Bull Terrier vs Giant Schnauzer vs German Shepherd coat comparison:
Dense
Smooth
Wiry Fuzzy
Colors
What are the original Bull Terrier, Giant Schnauzer and German Shepherd color?
Black
White
Brown
Brindle
Tricolor
Black
Pepper
Salt
Black
Tan
Red
Silver
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Bull Terrier or Giant Schnauzer or German Shepherd? Bull Terrier vs Giant Schnauzer vs German Shepherd grooming comparison:
Effortless: The Bull Terrier requires minimal grooming.
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Average: The Giant Schnauzer requires average grooming effort.
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Average: The German Shepherd requires average grooming effort.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Bull Terrier or Giant Schnauzer or German Shepherd? Bull Terrier or Giant Schnauzer or {name3 shedding:
Bull Terrier dogs shed moderately.
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Giant Schnauzer dogs shed none to minimal.
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German Shepherd dogs are heavy shedders.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Bull Terrier or Giant Schnauzer or German Shepherd?
4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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8-12 weeks
Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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8-12 weeks
Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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Hypoallergenic
Bull Terrier vs Giant Schnauzer 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, Bull Terrier vs Giant Schnauzer vs German Shepherd?

Medium

The Bull Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.

Low 🔽

The Giant Schnauzer has a low 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 Bull Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Giant Schnauzer is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The German Shepherd is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Bull Terrier vs Giant Schnauzer vs German Shepherd Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Bull Terrier dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Giant Schnauzer dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
German Shepherd dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Bull Terrier or Giant Schnauzer or German Shepherd? Which dog is more friendly?
Bull Terrier dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Giant Schnauzer dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
German Shepherd dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Bull Terrier or Giant Schnauzer or German Shepherd?
Bull Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Giant Schnauzer dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.
German Shepherd dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Bull Terrier or Giant Schnauzer or German Shepherd?
Bull Terrier dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Giant Schnauzer dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
German Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Bull Terrier or Giant Schnauzer or German Shepherd?
Bull Terrier dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Giant Schnauzer dogs are not dog-friendly.
German Shepherd dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Bull Terrier vs Giant Schnauzer vs German Shepherd?
Yes
Bull Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Giant Schnauzer 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
Bull Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Giant Schnauzer 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?
Bull Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.
Giant Schnauzers are not the best breed for elderly people.
German Shepherds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Bull Terrier vs Giant Schnauzer 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: Bull Terrier or Giant Schnauzer 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: Bull Terrier vs Giant Schnauzer vs German Shepherd?

Not really

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

Giant Schnauzer 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.

Bull Terrier vs Giant Schnauzer 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 Bull Terrier and Giant Schnauzer and German Shepherd have?
1-9 puppies, average 5 5-8 puppies 6-10 puppies

Bull Terrier vs Giant Schnauzer vs German Shepherd Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Terrier breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1930 as a Working 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 Terriers group, in the Bull type Terriers section. Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Pinscher and Schnauzer type 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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