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Bulldog vs Yorkshire Terrier vs German Shepherd Comparison - Dog breed selector: British Bulldog or Yorkie or Alsatian wolf dog? Find the right dog for you

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Name Bulldog Yorkshire Terrier German Shepherd
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
British Bulldog
English Bulldog
Yorkie Alsatian wolf dog
Berger Allemand
Deutscher Schäferhund
Schäferhund
Alsatian
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Bulldog vs Yorkshire Terrier vs German Shepherd breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Bulldog vs Yorkshire Terrier vs German Shepherd Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Bulldog or Yorkshire Terrier or German Shepherd? Which is the smallest dog, Bulldog or Yorkshire Terrier or German Shepherd?
Medium Small Large
Weight
Which is heavier, Bulldog or Yorkshire Terrier or Yorkshire Terrier? Bulldog vs Yorkshire Terrier vs German Shepherd weight comparison:
Male: 53-55 pounds (24-25 kg), Female: 49-51 pounds (22-23 kg) 2-3 kg (4-7 pounds) 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: 54 pounds (24.5 kg), Female: 50 pounds (22.5 kg) 2.5 kg (5.5 pounds) Male: 77 pounds (35 kg), Female: 60 pounds (27 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Bulldog or Yorkshire Terrier or German Shepherd? Bulldog vs Yorkshire Terrier vs German Shepherd height comparison:
12-16 inches (31-40 cm), There is no prescribed height, but shorter Bulldogs are more prized when being shown 20-23 cm (8-9 inches) Male: 24-26 inches (60-65 cm), Female: 22-24 inches (55-60 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 21.5 cm (8.5 inches) Male: 25 inches (62.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (57.5 cm)

Bulldog vs Yorkshire Terrier vs German Shepherd Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Bulldog or Yorkshire Terrier or German Shepherd? Which is more expensive?
$1200-$2000 $600-$1000 $800-$2000
Availability
Which is easier to get, Bulldog or Yorkshire Terrier or German Shepherd?
Very frequent: The Bulldog is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Yorkshire Terrier is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The German Shepherd is quite easy to get.

Bulldog vs Yorkshire Terrier vs German Shepherd Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Bulldog vs Yorkshire Terrier vs German Shepherd intelligence:
Low: The Bulldog is one of the dog breeds that have the lowest degree of obedience intelligence.
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Smart: The Yorkshire Terrier dogs have great intelligence.
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Outstanding: German Shepherd is one of the brightest dog breeds.
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Trainability
Bulldog vs Yorkshire Terrier vs German Shepherd trainability comparison.
A slightly harder to train than average.
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Yorkshire Terrier dogs are quite 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: Bulldog or Yorkshire Terrier or German Shepherd?
Bulldog dogs are average watchdogs.
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Yorkshire Terrier dogs are good 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 Bulldog or Yorkshire Terrier or German Shepherd? 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.
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Yorkshire Terrier dogs strongly protect their territory.
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German Shepherd dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Bulldog vs Yorkshire Terrier vs German Shepherd Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Bulldog or Yorkshire Terrier or German Shepherd? Bulldog vs Yorkshire Terrier vs German Shepherd behavior/temperament comparison:
Loving
Courageous
Friendly
Social
Sweet
Aggressive
Playful
Independent
Energetic
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Loyal
Curious
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Confident
Obedient
Loyal
Watchful
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Sensitive: Yorkshire Terrier 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: Bulldog vs Yorkshire Terrier vs German Shepherd?
High: Bulldog dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Yorkshire Terrier 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
Bulldog vs Yorkshire Terrier vs German Shepherd social needs comparison:
Bulldog dogs are a social breed.
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Yorkshire Terrier 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?
Bulldog dogs are not the biggest explorers.
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Yorkshire Terrier dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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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?
Bulldog dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals.
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Yorkshire 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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German Shepherd dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Bulldog vs Yorkshire Terrier vs German Shepherd Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Bulldog vs Yorkshire Terrier vs German Shepherd playfulness comparison:
Bulldogs don't really like playing.
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Average: Yorkshire Terriers, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Average: German Shepherds, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Bulldog vs Yorkshire Terrier vs German Shepherd?
Low: The Bulldog barks none to minimal.
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A lot: Yorkshire Terrier is a particularly loud breed.
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Low to Average: The German Shepherd rarely barks.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Bulldog or Yorkshire Terrier or German Shepherd?
Very house-friendly dog the Bulldog breed.
Very house-friendly dog the Yorkshire 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 German Shepherd indoors.

Bulldog vs Yorkshire Terrier vs German Shepherd 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.
Yorkshire Terrier 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: Bulldog or Yorkshire Terrier or German Shepherd?
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.
Yorkshire 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.

Bulldog vs Yorkshire Terrier vs German Shepherd Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Bulldog or Yorkshire Terrier or German Shepherd?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Bulldog bite force: Ordinary.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Yorkshire Terrier bite force: Weak.

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 Bulldog has an average chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Yorkshire Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.

High 🔼

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

Health Issues
Bulldog vs Yorkshire Terrier vs German Shepherd health comparison. Which is the healthier: Bulldog vs Yorkshire Terrier vs German Shepherd?
Very healthy dog breed.
Yorkshire Terriers are commonly healthy dogs.
German Shepherds are commonly healthy dogs.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Bulldog vs Yorkshire Terrier vs German Shepherd? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Bulldog vs Yorkshire Terrier vs German Shepherd health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Patellar Luxation
Entropion
Cherry Eye
Demodectic Mange
Reverse Sneezing
Brachycephalic Syndrome
Dry Eye
Head Shakes
Collapsed Trachea
Patellar Luxation
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Portosystemic Liver Shunt
Reverse Sneezing
Hypoglycemia
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 Bulldog should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Rare
The Yorkshire Terrier 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
Bulldog vs Yorkshire Terrier vs German Shepherd lifespan comparison. How long do Bulldog, Yorkshire Terrier and German Shepherd breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
8-10 years
The average lifespan of Bulldog: 9 years
12-16 years
The average lifespan of Yorkshire Terrier: 14 years
9-13 years
The average lifespan of German Shepherd: 11 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Bulldog vs Yorkshire Terrier 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 warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
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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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Bulldog vs Yorkshire Terrier vs German Shepherd Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Bulldog or Yorkshire Terrier or German Shepherd? Bulldog vs Yorkshire Terrier vs German Shepherd energy level comparison:
Bulldog dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.
Yorkshire Terrier dogs are high-energy dogs.
German Shepherd dogs are high-energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Bulldog vs Yorkshire Terrier vs German Shepherd exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Bulldog or Yorkshire Terrier or German Shepherd? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Bulldog dogs exercise need is very minimal.
Yorkshire Terrier dogs exercise need is very minimal.
German Shepherd dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Bulldog or Yorkshire Terrier or German Shepherd?
Bulldog dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.
Yorkshire Terrier dogs don't need too much sleep.
German Shepherd dogs don't need too much sleep.

Bulldog vs Yorkshire Terrier vs German Shepherd Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Bulldog or Yorkshire Terrier or German Shepherd?
1/2 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. Recommended daily amount: 1/2 to 3/4 cup 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? Bulldog vs Yorkshire Terrier vs German Shepherd weight gain potential comparison:
High: The Bulldog breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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Low to Average: The Yorkshire Terrier has a low to the 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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Bulldog vs Yorkshire Terrier vs German Shepherd Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Bulldog vs Yorkshire Terrier vs German Shepherd coat comparison:
Fine Fine Fuzzy
Colors
What are the original Bulldog, Yorkshire Terrier and German Shepherd color?
Gray
Red
White
Fawn
Brindle
Black
Tan
Blue
Gold
Black
Tan
Red
Silver
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Bulldog or Yorkshire Terrier or German Shepherd? Bulldog vs Yorkshire Terrier vs German Shepherd grooming comparison:
Average: The Bulldog requires average grooming effort.
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Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition.
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Average: The German Shepherd requires average grooming effort.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Bulldog or Yorkshire Terrier or German Shepherd? Bulldog or Yorkshire Terrier or {name3 shedding:
Bulldog dogs shed moderately.
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Yorkshire Terrier 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: Bulldog or Yorkshire Terrier 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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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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8-12 weeks
Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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Hypoallergenic
Bulldog vs Yorkshire Terrier 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, Bulldog vs Yorkshire Terrier vs German Shepherd?

High 🔼

The Bulldog has a high chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Yorkshire Terrier 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 Bulldog is a big drooler, so if you're disgusted by slobber spots on your clothes, you should choose a dog from another breed.
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The Yorkshire Terrier 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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Bulldog vs Yorkshire Terrier vs German Shepherd Good With Comparison

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

Bulldog vs Yorkshire Terrier 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: Bulldog or Yorkshire Terrier or German Shepherd? Which is better for autism?

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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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: Bulldog vs Yorkshire Terrier vs German Shepherd?

Not really

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

Yorkshire Terrier 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?

Yes

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

Not really

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

Bulldog vs Yorkshire Terrier 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 Bulldog and Yorkshire Terrier and German Shepherd have?
4-5 puppies 4-6 puppies 6-10 puppies

Bulldog vs Yorkshire Terrier vs German Shepherd 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 1885 as a Toy 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 Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type section. Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Toy Terriers 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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