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Name	Carpathian Sheepdog	Doberdane	Leonberger
Origins	Romania	Germany	Germany
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Group	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Designer Dogs	Working Dogs
Popularity Rank	508	1283	100
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Caine Ciobanesc Carpatin Carpathian Sheepdog Carpatin Carpatin Ciobanesc Romanesc Carpatin Romanian Carpathian Shepherd Romanian Carpatin Herder Romanian Shepherd Dog Rumanian Carpathian Romanian Sheepdog	No data available	Gentle Giant Gentle Lion Leonbergi Leo
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Carpathian Sheepdog vs Doberdane vs Leonberger breed type comparison:	Purebred	Cross Breed	Purebred

Carpathian Sheepdog vs Doberdane vs Leonberger Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Carpathian Sheepdog or Doberdane or Leonberger? Which is the smallest dog, Carpathian Sheepdog or Doberdane or Leonberger?	Large	Medium Giant	Giant
Weight Which is heavier, Carpathian Sheepdog or Doberdane or Doberdane? Carpathian Sheepdog vs Doberdane vs Leonberger weight comparison:	Male: 88-99 pounds (40-45 kg), Female: 71-77 pounds (32-35 kg)	Male: 88-99 pounds (40-45 kg), Female: 71-77 pounds (32-35 kg)	Male: 130-170 pounds (59-77 kg), Female: 100-130 pounds (45-59 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 93.5 pounds (42.5 kg), Female: 74 pounds (33.5 kg)	Male: 93.5 pounds (42.5 kg), Female: 74 pounds (33.5 kg)	Male: 150 pounds (68 kg), Female: 115 pounds (52 kg)
Height Which is taller, Carpathian Sheepdog or Doberdane or Leonberger? Carpathian Sheepdog vs Doberdane vs Leonberger height comparison:	Male: 25–29 inches (64–74 cm), Female: 24–28 inches (60–70 cm)	Male: 26-28 inches (66-71cm), Female: 24-26 inches (61-66 cm)	Male: 29-31 inches (74-80 cm), Female: 27-29 inches (61-74 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 27 inches (68.5 cm), Female: 25 inches (63.5 cm)	Male: 27 inches (68.5 cm), Female: 25 inches (63.5 cm)	Male: 30 inches (77 cm), Female: 28 inches (67.5 cm)

Carpathian Sheepdog vs Doberdane vs Leonberger Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Carpathian Sheepdog or Doberdane or Leonberger? Which is more expensive?	$800-$1000	$800-$1200	$1500-$2000
Availability Which is easier to get, Carpathian Sheepdog or Doberdane or Leonberger?	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.	Very frequent: The Doberdane is quite easy to get.	Frequent: The Leonberger is easier than average to get.

Carpathian Sheepdog vs Doberdane vs Leonberger Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Carpathian Sheepdog vs Doberdane vs Leonberger intelligence:	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Outstanding: Doberdane is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.
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Trainability Carpathian Sheepdog vs Doberdane vs Leonberger trainability comparison.	Carpathian Sheepdog dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Doberdane dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Leonberger dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Carpathian Sheepdog or Doberdane or Leonberger?	Carpathian Sheepdog dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Doberdane dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Leonberger dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Carpathian Sheepdog or Doberdane or Leonberger? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Carpathian Sheepdog dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Doberdane dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Leonberger dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Carpathian Sheepdog vs Doberdane vs Leonberger Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Carpathian Sheepdog or Doberdane or Leonberger? Carpathian Sheepdog vs Doberdane vs Leonberger behavior/temperament comparison:	Dignified Courageous Calm	Loving Energetic Alert Intelligent Confident Friendly Obedient Loyal Devoted Gentle Fearless Reserved	Loving Obedient Loyal Fearless Companionable Adaptable
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: Doberdane dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Carpathian Sheepdog vs Doberdane vs Leonberger?	High: Carpathian Sheepdog dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: Doberdane dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	High: Leonberger dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Carpathian Sheepdog vs Doberdane vs Leonberger social needs comparison:	Carpathian Sheepdog dogs are a social breed. See more.	Doberdane dogs are a social breed. See more.	Leonberger dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Carpathian Sheepdog dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Doberdane dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Leonberger 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?	Carpathian Sheepdog dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Doberdane dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.	Leonberger 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

Carpathian Sheepdog vs Doberdane vs Leonberger Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Carpathian Sheepdog vs Doberdane vs Leonberger playfulness comparison:	Carpathian Sheepdogs are not the most playful dog breed. See more.	Average: Doberdanes, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Leonberger is a playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Carpathian Sheepdog vs Doberdane vs Leonberger?	Low to Average: The Carpathian Sheepdog rarely barks. See more.	Low to Average: The Doberdane rarely barks. See more.	Low: The Leonberger barks none to minimal. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Carpathian Sheepdog or Doberdane or Leonberger?	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Carpathian Sheepdog breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Doberdane breed.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Leonberger breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Carpathian Sheepdog vs Doberdane vs Leonberger Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Carpathian Sheepdog dogs don't adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Doberdane dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Average: Leonberger dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Carpathian Sheepdog or Doberdane or Leonberger?	Carpathian Sheepdog 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.	Doberdane 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.	Leonberger dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Carpathian Sheepdog vs Doberdane vs Leonberger Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Carpathian Sheepdog or Doberdane or Leonberger?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Carpathian Sheepdog bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Doberdane bite force: Ordinary.	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Leonberger bite force: The Strongest.
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 Carpathian Sheepdog has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Doberdane has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Leonberger has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Carpathian Sheepdog vs Doberdane vs Leonberger mouthiness comparison:	Carpathian Sheepdog dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Doberdane dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Leonberger dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Carpathian Sheepdog vs Doberdane vs Leonberger Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Carpathian Sheepdog vs Doberdane vs Leonberger health comparison. Which is the healthier: Carpathian Sheepdog vs Doberdane vs Leonberger?	Carpathian Sheepdogs tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	Doberdanes are commonly healthy dogs.	Leonbergers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Carpathian Sheepdog vs Doberdane vs Leonberger? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Carpathian Sheepdog vs Doberdane vs Leonberger health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Bloat Vaccination Sensitivity Drug Sensitivity	Hip Dysplasia Patent Ductus Arteriosis Cancer Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Bloat Mitral Valve Disease Wobbler's Syndrome Cardiomyopathy Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis Dilated Cardiomyopathy Persistent Right Aortic Arch Tricuspid Valve Dysplasia	Hip Dysplasia Cancer Bloat Entropion Inherited Polyneuropathy Ectropion Elbow Dysplasia Addison's Disease Eosinophilic Panosteitis
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Frequent The Carpathian Sheepdog should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Rare The Doberdane should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Frequent The Leonberger should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
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Life Expectancy Carpathian Sheepdog vs Doberdane vs Leonberger lifespan comparison. How long do Carpathian Sheepdog, Doberdane and Leonberger breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	12-14 years The average lifespan of Carpathian Sheepdog: 13 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Doberdane: 11 years	8-10 years The average lifespan of Leonberger: 9 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Carpathian Sheepdog vs Doberdane vs Leonberger?	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.	Prefers cold weather The Leonberger can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Carpathian Sheepdog vs Doberdane vs Leonberger Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Carpathian Sheepdog vs Doberdane vs Leonberger Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Carpathian Sheepdog or Doberdane or Leonberger?	6 to 8 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	5 to 6 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	8 to 10 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? Carpathian Sheepdog vs Doberdane vs Leonberger weight gain potential comparison:	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Carpathian Sheepdog's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average: The Doberdane has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Leonberger's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Carpathian Sheepdog vs Doberdane vs Leonberger Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Carpathian Sheepdog vs Doberdane vs Leonberger coat comparison:	Dense Rough Soft Thick	Fine Dense	Waterproof
Colors What are the original Carpathian Sheepdog, Doberdane and Leonberger color?	Black White Grey	Black Tan Red Blue White Brown Fawn Brindle Merle	Red Brown Yellow Sandy Reddish Mahogany
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Carpathian Sheepdog or Doberdane or Leonberger? Carpathian Sheepdog vs Doberdane vs Leonberger grooming comparison:	Easy to groom: The Carpathian Sheepdog doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The Doberdane doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Average: The Leonberger requires average grooming effort. See more.
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Shedding Level Who sheds more Carpathian Sheepdog or Doberdane or Leonberger? Carpathian Sheepdog or Doberdane or {name3 shedding:	Carpathian Sheepdog dogs shed moderately. See more.	Doberdane dogs shed moderately. See more.	Leonberger 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: Carpathian Sheepdog or Doberdane or Leonberger?	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 Carpathian Sheepdog vs Doberdane vs Leonberger 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, Carpathian Sheepdog vs Doberdane vs Leonberger?	Medium ⏺ The Carpathian Sheepdog has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Doberdane has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Leonberger has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Carpathian Sheepdog 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.	The Doberdane 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.	The Leonberger is an average drooler. See more.

Carpathian Sheepdog vs Doberdane vs Leonberger Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Carpathian Sheepdog dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.	Doberdane dogs are generally with other pets.	Leonberger dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Carpathian Sheepdog or Doberdane or Leonberger? Which dog is more friendly?	Carpathian Sheepdog dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Doberdane dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Leonberger dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Carpathian Sheepdog or Doberdane or Leonberger?	Carpathian Sheepdog dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.	Doberdane dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Leonberger dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Carpathian Sheepdog or Doberdane or Leonberger?	Carpathian Sheepdog dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Doberdane dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Leonberger dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Carpathian Sheepdog or Doberdane or Leonberger?	Carpathian Sheepdog dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Doberdane dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Leonberger dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Carpathian Sheepdog vs Doberdane vs Leonberger?	No Carpathian Sheepdog dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.	Yes Doberdane dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Leonberger dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Carpathian Sheepdog is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Doberdane is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Leonberger is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Carpathian Sheepdogs are commonly okay with elderly people.	Doberdanes are usually recommended for elderly people.	Leonbergers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Carpathian Sheepdog vs Doberdane vs Leonberger 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.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Carpathian Sheepdog or Doberdane or Leonberger? 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.	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: Carpathian Sheepdog vs Doberdane vs Leonberger?	Not really Carpathian Sheepdog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Doberdane breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Leonberger 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.	Yes 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.	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.

Carpathian Sheepdog vs Doberdane vs Leonberger 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 Carpathian Sheepdog and Doberdane and Leonberger have?	5-10 puppies	6-10 puppies	6-8 puppies
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Carpathian Sheepdog vs Doberdane vs Leonberger Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2010 as a Working breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Not recognized by FCI.	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	American Canine Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale National Kennel Club	No data available	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. Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club

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