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Name	Bulldog	Shar-Pei	Doberman Pinscher
Origins	England	China	Germany
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Group	Companion Dogs	Companion Dogs	Working Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	British Bulldog English Bulldog	Chinese Fighting Dog	Doberman Dobermann Dobynm Dobie
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Bulldog vs Shar-Pei vs Doberman Pinscher breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Bulldog vs Shar-Pei vs Doberman Pinscher Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Bulldog or Shar-Pei or Doberman Pinscher? Which is the smallest dog, Bulldog or Shar-Pei or Doberman Pinscher?	Medium	Medium	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Bulldog or Shar-Pei or Shar-Pei? Bulldog vs Shar-Pei vs Doberman Pinscher weight comparison:	Male: 53-55 pounds (24-25 kg), Female: 49-51 pounds (22-23 kg)	40-55 pounds (18- 25 kg)	Male: 88-99 pounds (40-45 kg), Female: 71-77 pounds (32-35 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 54 pounds (24.5 kg), Female: 50 pounds (22.5 kg)	47.5 pounds (18- 25 kg)	Male: 93.5 pounds (42.5 kg), Female: 74 pounds (33.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Bulldog or Shar-Pei or Doberman Pinscher? Bulldog vs Shar-Pei vs Doberman Pinscher height comparison:	12-16 inches (31-40 cm), There is no prescribed height, but shorter Bulldogs are more prized when being shown	18-20 inches (46-51 cm)	Male: 26-28 inches (66-71cm), Female: 24-26 inches (61-66 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	14 inches (35.5 cm), There is no prescribed height, but shorter Bulldogs are more prized when being shown	19 inches (48.5 cm)	Male: 27 inches (68.5 cm), Female: 25 inches (63.5 cm)

Bulldog vs Shar-Pei vs Doberman Pinscher Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Bulldog or Shar-Pei or Doberman Pinscher? Which is more expensive?	$1200-$2000	$1000-$1200	$800-$1000
Availability Which is easier to get, Bulldog or Shar-Pei or Doberman Pinscher?	Very frequent: The Bulldog is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Shar-Pei is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Doberman Pinscher is quite easy to get.

Bulldog vs Shar-Pei vs Doberman Pinscher Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Bulldog vs Shar-Pei vs Doberman Pinscher intelligence:	Low: The Bulldog is one of the dog breeds that have the lowest degree of obedience intelligence. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Outstanding: Doberman Pinscher is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Bulldog vs Shar-Pei vs Doberman Pinscher trainability comparison.	A slightly harder to train than average. See more.	Shar-Pei dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Doberman Pinscher dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Bulldog or Shar-Pei or Doberman Pinscher?	Bulldog dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Shar-Pei dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Doberman Pinscher dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Bulldog or Shar-Pei or Doberman Pinscher? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Bulldog dogs are not the best to protect their territory. See more.	Shar-Pei dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Doberman Pinscher dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
Guard Dog Breeds List

Bulldog vs Shar-Pei vs Doberman Pinscher Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Bulldog or Shar-Pei or Doberman Pinscher? Bulldog vs Shar-Pei vs Doberman Pinscher behavior/temperament comparison:	Loving Courageous Friendly Social Sweet Aggressive	Loving Independent Affectionate Devoted Reserved Suspicious	Energetic Alert Intelligent Obedient Loyal Fearless
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Shar-Pei dogs are less sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Sensitive: Doberman Pinscher 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: Bulldog vs Shar-Pei vs Doberman Pinscher?	High: Bulldog dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Slightly Below Average: Shar-Pei dogs may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence. See more.	High: Doberman Pinscher dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Bulldog vs Shar-Pei vs Doberman Pinscher social needs comparison:	Bulldog dogs are a social breed. See more.	Shar-Pei dogs are kinda antisocial. See more.	Doberman Pinscher dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Bulldog dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.	Shar-Pei dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Doberman Pinscher dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Bulldog dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.	Shar-Pei 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.	Their prey drive is low. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Bulldog vs Shar-Pei vs Doberman Pinscher Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Bulldog vs Shar-Pei vs Doberman Pinscher playfulness comparison:	Bulldogs don't really like playing. See more.	Average: Shar-Peis, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: Doberman Pinschers, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
Most Playful Dog Breeds
Barking Which dog barks more/less: Bulldog vs Shar-Pei vs Doberman Pinscher?	Low: The Bulldog barks none to minimal. See more.	Low: The Shar-Pei barks none to minimal. See more.	Low to Average: The Doberman Pinscher 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 Bulldog or Shar-Pei or Doberman Pinscher?	Very house-friendly dog the Bulldog breed.	Apartment-friendly dog the Shar-Pei breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Doberman Pinscher breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Bulldog vs Shar-Pei vs Doberman Pinscher Adaptability and Independence Comparison

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

Bulldog vs Shar-Pei vs Doberman Pinscher Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Bulldog or Shar-Pei or Doberman Pinscher?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Bulldog bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Shar-Pei bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Doberman Pinscher 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:	Moderate ⏺ The Bulldog has an average chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Shar-Pei has a low chance of biting somebody.	Moderate ⏺ The Doberman Pinscher has an average chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Bulldog vs Shar-Pei vs Doberman Pinscher mouthiness comparison:	Bulldog dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Shar-Pei dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Doberman Pinscher dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Bulldog vs Shar-Pei vs Doberman Pinscher Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Bulldog vs Shar-Pei vs Doberman Pinscher health comparison. Which is the healthier: Bulldog vs Shar-Pei vs Doberman Pinscher?	Very healthy dog breed.	Very healthy dog breed.	Doberman Pinschers are commonly healthy dogs.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Bulldog vs Shar-Pei vs Doberman Pinscher? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Bulldog vs Shar-Pei vs Doberman Pinscher health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Entropion Cherry Eye Demodectic Mange Reverse Sneezing Brachycephalic Syndrome Dry Eye Head Shakes	Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Cancer Hypothyroidism Bloat Entropion Elbow Dysplasia Demodectic Mange Osteochondrosis Dissecans Glaucoma Seborrhea Cutaneous Mucinosis Fever Pyoderma	Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Wobbler's Syndrome Cardiomyopathy
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Rare The Bulldog should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Rare The Shar-Pei should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Rare The Doberman Pinscher should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Bulldog vs Shar-Pei vs Doberman Pinscher lifespan comparison. How long do Bulldog, Shar-Pei and Doberman Pinscher breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	8-10 years The average lifespan of Bulldog: 9 years	8-10 years The average lifespan of Shar-Pei: 9 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Doberman Pinscher: 11 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Bulldog vs Shar-Pei vs Doberman Pinscher?	Prefers warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. 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 warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. See more.

Bulldog vs Shar-Pei vs Doberman Pinscher Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Bulldog or Shar-Pei or Doberman Pinscher? Bulldog vs Shar-Pei vs Doberman Pinscher energy level comparison:	Bulldog dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.	Shar-Pei dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.	Doberman Pinscher dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Bulldog vs Shar-Pei vs Doberman Pinscher exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Bulldog or Shar-Pei or Doberman Pinscher? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Bulldog dogs exercise need is very minimal.	Shar-Pei dogs exercise need is minimal.	Doberman Pinscher dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Bulldog or Shar-Pei or Doberman Pinscher?	Bulldog dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.	Shar-Pei dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.	Doberman Pinscher 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

Bulldog vs Shar-Pei vs Doberman Pinscher Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Bulldog or Shar-Pei or Doberman Pinscher?	1/2 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	2 to 2.5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, divided into two meals.	5 to 6 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? Bulldog vs Shar-Pei vs Doberman Pinscher weight gain potential comparison:	High: The Bulldog breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Shar-Pei's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average: The Doberman Pinscher has an average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Bulldog vs Shar-Pei vs Doberman Pinscher Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Bulldog vs Shar-Pei vs Doberman Pinscher coat comparison:	Fine	Dense	Fine
Colors What are the original Bulldog, Shar-Pei and Doberman Pinscher color?	Gray Red White Fawn Brindle	Black Red Blue Cream Brown Fawn Apricot	Black Tan Red Blue White Brown
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Bulldog or Shar-Pei or Doberman Pinscher? Bulldog vs Shar-Pei vs Doberman Pinscher grooming comparison:	Average: The Bulldog requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The Shar-Pei requires average grooming effort. See more.	Easy to groom: The Doberman Pinscher doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Bulldog or Shar-Pei or Doberman Pinscher? Bulldog or Shar-Pei or {name3 shedding:	Bulldog dogs shed moderately. See more.	Shar-Pei dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Doberman Pinscher 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: Bulldog or Shar-Pei or Doberman Pinscher?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Hypoallergenic Bulldog vs Shar-Pei vs Doberman Pinscher 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, Bulldog vs Shar-Pei vs Doberman Pinscher?	High 🔼 The Bulldog has a high chance of bad smell.	High 🔼 The Shar-Pei has a high chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Doberman Pinscher has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Bulldog is a big drooler, so if you're disgusted by slobber spots on your clothes, you should choose a dog from another breed. See more.	The Shar-Pei is a big drooler, so if you're disgusted by slobber spots on your clothes, you should choose a dog from another breed. See more.	The Doberman Pinscher 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.

Bulldog vs Shar-Pei vs Doberman Pinscher Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Bulldog dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.	Shar-Pei dogs are generally with other pets.	Doberman Pinscher dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Bulldog or Shar-Pei or Doberman Pinscher? Which dog is more friendly?	Bulldog dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	Shar-Pei dogs are not stranger friendly dogs.	Doberman Pinscher dogs are not 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 Bulldog or Shar-Pei or Doberman Pinscher?	Bulldog dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Shar-Pei dogs are not kid-friendly dogs.	Doberman Pinscher dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Bulldog or Shar-Pei or Doberman Pinscher?	Bulldog dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	Shar-Pei dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Doberman Pinscher dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Bulldog or Shar-Pei or Doberman Pinscher?	Bulldog dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Shar-Pei dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Doberman Pinscher dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Bulldog vs Shar-Pei vs Doberman Pinscher?	No Bulldog dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.	Yes Shar-Pei dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Doberman Pinscher dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Bulldog is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Shar-Pei is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Doberman Pinscher is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Bulldogs are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Shar-Peis are not recommended for elderly people.	Doberman Pinschers are commonly okay with elderly people.

Bulldog vs Shar-Pei vs Doberman Pinscher 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.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
Most Popular Service Dog Breeds
Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Bulldog or Shar-Pei or Doberman Pinscher? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a 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.	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.
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.	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: Bulldog vs Shar-Pei vs Doberman Pinscher?	Not really Bulldog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Shar-Pei breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Doberman Pinscher 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.	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.
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.

Bulldog vs Shar-Pei vs Doberman Pinscher 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 Bulldog and Shar-Pei and Doberman Pinscher have?	4-5 puppies	4-6 puppies	6-10 puppies
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Bulldog vs Shar-Pei vs Doberman Pinscher Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1886 as a Non-Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1992 as a Non-Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1908 as a Working 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.	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Pinscher and Schnauzer type 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 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 New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club Canadian Canine Registry

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