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Name	Chiweenie	German Shepherd	English Cocker Spaniel
Origins	United States	Germany	England
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Group	Designer Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Gun Dog
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Choxie German Taco Mexican Hot Dog Weeniehuahua	Alsatian wolf dog Berger Allemand Deutscher Schäferhund Schäferhund Alsatian	Merry Cocker Woker Cocker
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Chiweenie vs German Shepherd vs English Cocker Spaniel breed type comparison:	Cross Breed	Purebred	Purebred

Chiweenie vs German Shepherd vs English Cocker Spaniel Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Chiweenie or German Shepherd or English Cocker Spaniel? Which is the smallest dog, Chiweenie or German Shepherd or English Cocker Spaniel?	Small	Large	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Chiweenie or German Shepherd or German Shepherd? Chiweenie vs German Shepherd vs English Cocker Spaniel weight comparison:	5-12 pounds (2-5 kg)	Male: 66-88 pounds (30-40 kg), Female: 49-71 pounds (22-32 kg)	Male: 28-34 pounds (13-16 kg), Female: 26-32 pounds (12-15 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	8.5 pounds (3.5 kg)	Male: 77 pounds (35 kg), Female: 60 pounds (27 kg)	Male: 31 pounds (14.5 kg), Female: 29 pounds (13.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Chiweenie or German Shepherd or English Cocker Spaniel? Chiweenie vs German Shepherd vs English Cocker Spaniel height comparison:	6-9 inches (15-23 cm)	Male: 24-26 inches (60-65 cm), Female: 22-24 inches (55-60 cm)	Male: 15-17 inches (38-43 cm), Female: 14-16 inches (36-41 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	7.5 inches (19 cm)	Male: 25 inches (62.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (57.5 cm)	Male: 16 inches (40.5 cm), Female: 15 inches (38.5 cm)

Chiweenie vs German Shepherd vs English Cocker Spaniel Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Chiweenie or German Shepherd or English Cocker Spaniel? Which is more expensive?	$200-$600	$800-$2000	$900-$1200
Availability Which is easier to get, Chiweenie or German Shepherd or English Cocker Spaniel?	Average: The Chiweenie is a commonly available dog breed.	Very frequent: The German Shepherd is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The English Cocker Spaniel is quite easy to get.

Chiweenie vs German Shepherd vs English Cocker Spaniel Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Chiweenie vs German Shepherd vs English Cocker Spaniel intelligence:	Smart: The Chiweenie dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Outstanding: German Shepherd is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Very smart: English Cocker Spaniel is an excellent dog breed. See more.
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Trainability Chiweenie vs German Shepherd vs English Cocker Spaniel trainability comparison.	Chiweenie dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	German Shepherd dogs are easy to train. See more.	English Cocker Spaniel dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Chiweenie or German Shepherd or English Cocker Spaniel?	Chiweenie dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	German Shepherd dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	English Cocker Spaniel dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Chiweenie or German Shepherd or English Cocker Spaniel? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Chiweenie dogs are average defenders. See more.	German Shepherd dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	English Cocker Spaniel dogs are not the best to protect their territory. See more.
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Chiweenie vs German Shepherd vs English Cocker Spaniel Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Chiweenie or German Shepherd or English Cocker Spaniel? Chiweenie vs German Shepherd vs English Cocker Spaniel behavior/temperament comparison:	Stubborn Energetic Loyal Spunky	Curious Alert Courageous Intelligent Confident Obedient Loyal Watchful	Playful Intelligent Friendly Affectionate Trainable Quiet Faithful
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Sensitive: German Shepherd dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	Sensitive: English Cocker Spaniel 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: Chiweenie vs German Shepherd vs English Cocker Spaniel?	Average to High: Chiweenie dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	High: German Shepherd dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: English Cocker Spaniel dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Chiweenie vs German Shepherd vs English Cocker Spaniel social needs comparison:	Chiweenie dogs are a social breed. See more.	German Shepherd dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	English Cocker Spaniel dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Chiweenie dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	German Shepherd dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the English Cocker Spaniel is strong enough to escape from home. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Chiweenie dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen. See more.	German Shepherd dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	English Cocker Spaniel dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Chiweenie vs German Shepherd vs English Cocker Spaniel Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Chiweenie vs German Shepherd vs English Cocker Spaniel playfulness comparison:	The Chiweenie is a highly playful breed. See more.	Average: German Shepherds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The English Cocker Spaniel is a playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Chiweenie vs German Shepherd vs English Cocker Spaniel?	A lot: Chiweenie is a particularly loud breed. See more.	Low to Average: The German Shepherd rarely barks. See more.	Average: The English Cocker Spaniel barks occasionally. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Chiweenie or German Shepherd or English Cocker Spaniel?	Very house-friendly dog the Chiweenie 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.	Very house-friendly dog the English Cocker Spaniel breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Chiweenie vs German Shepherd vs English Cocker Spaniel Adaptability and Independence Comparison

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

Chiweenie vs German Shepherd vs English Cocker Spaniel Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Chiweenie or German Shepherd or English Cocker Spaniel?	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Chiweenie bite force: Weak.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ German Shepherd bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ English Cocker Spaniel bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	Low 🔽 The Chiweenie has a low chance of biting somebody.	High 🔼 The German Shepherd has a high chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The English Cocker Spaniel has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Chiweenie vs German Shepherd vs English Cocker Spaniel mouthiness comparison:	Chiweenie dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	German Shepherd dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	English Cocker Spaniel dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Chiweenie vs German Shepherd vs English Cocker Spaniel Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Chiweenie vs German Shepherd vs English Cocker Spaniel health comparison. Which is the healthier: Chiweenie vs German Shepherd vs English Cocker Spaniel?	The Chiweenie is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	German Shepherds are commonly healthy dogs.	The English Cocker Spaniel is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Chiweenie vs German Shepherd vs English Cocker Spaniel? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Chiweenie vs German Shepherd vs English Cocker Spaniel health problems comparison:	Allergies Hypothyroidism Diabetes Degenerative Myelopathy Dental Problems 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	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Ear Infections Elbow Dysplasia Renal Failure
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Chiweenie should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Rare The German Shepherd should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Average The English Cocker Spaniel should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy Chiweenie vs German Shepherd vs English Cocker Spaniel lifespan comparison. How long do Chiweenie, German Shepherd and English Cocker Spaniel breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	12-16 years The average lifespan of Chiweenie: 14 years	9-13 years The average lifespan of German Shepherd: 11 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of English Cocker Spaniel: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Chiweenie vs German Shepherd vs English Cocker Spaniel?	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The English Cocker Spaniel can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Chiweenie vs German Shepherd vs English Cocker Spaniel Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Chiweenie or German Shepherd or English Cocker Spaniel? Chiweenie vs German Shepherd vs English Cocker Spaniel energy level comparison:	Chiweenie dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	German Shepherd dogs are high-energy dogs.	English Cocker Spaniel dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Chiweenie vs German Shepherd vs English Cocker Spaniel exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Chiweenie or German Shepherd or English Cocker Spaniel? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Chiweenie dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	German Shepherd dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	English Cocker Spaniel dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Chiweenie or German Shepherd or English Cocker Spaniel?	Chiweenie dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	German Shepherd dogs don't need too much sleep.	English Cocker Spaniel dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Chiweenie vs German Shepherd vs English Cocker Spaniel Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Chiweenie or German Shepherd or English Cocker Spaniel?	1/2 to 1 cup dry food a day.	3 to 4 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1 to 2 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? Chiweenie vs German Shepherd vs English Cocker Spaniel weight gain potential comparison:	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Chiweenie's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Low to Average: The German Shepherd has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	High: The English Cocker Spaniel breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Chiweenie vs German Shepherd vs English Cocker Spaniel Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Chiweenie vs German Shepherd vs English Cocker Spaniel coat comparison:	Short Long	Fuzzy	Feathered
Colors What are the original Chiweenie, German Shepherd and English Cocker Spaniel color?	Black White Brown	Black Tan Red Silver	Black Tan Blue Golden Liver Roan
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Chiweenie or German Shepherd or English Cocker Spaniel? Chiweenie vs German Shepherd vs English Cocker Spaniel grooming comparison:	Effortless: The Chiweenie requires minimal grooming. See more.	Average: The German Shepherd requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The English Cocker Spaniel requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Chiweenie or German Shepherd or English Cocker Spaniel? Chiweenie or German Shepherd or {name3 shedding:	Chiweenie dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	German Shepherd dogs are heavy shedders. See more.	English Cocker Spaniel 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: Chiweenie or German Shepherd or English Cocker Spaniel?	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	8-12 weeks Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.
Hypoallergenic Chiweenie vs German Shepherd vs English Cocker Spaniel 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, Chiweenie vs German Shepherd vs English Cocker Spaniel?	Low 🔽 The Chiweenie has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The German Shepherd has an average chance of bad smell.	High 🔼 The English Cocker Spaniel has a high chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Chiweenie is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The German Shepherd is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The English Cocker Spaniel is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Chiweenie vs German Shepherd vs English Cocker Spaniel Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Chiweenie dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.	German Shepherd dogs are generally with other pets.	English Cocker Spaniel dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Chiweenie or German Shepherd or English Cocker Spaniel? Which dog is more friendly?	Chiweenie dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	German Shepherd dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	English Cocker Spaniel 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 Chiweenie or German Shepherd or English Cocker Spaniel?	Chiweenie dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.	German Shepherd dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	English Cocker Spaniel dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Chiweenie or German Shepherd or English Cocker Spaniel?	Chiweenie dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.	German Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards cats.	English Cocker Spaniel dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Chiweenie or German Shepherd or English Cocker Spaniel?	Chiweenie dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	German Shepherd dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	English Cocker Spaniel dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Chiweenie vs German Shepherd vs English Cocker Spaniel?	Yes Chiweenie dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes German Shepherd dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes English Cocker Spaniel dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Chiweenie is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No German Shepherd is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No English Cocker Spaniel is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Chiweenies are not the best breed for elderly people.	German Shepherds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	English Cocker Spaniels are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Chiweenie vs German Shepherd vs English Cocker Spaniel As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.	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: Chiweenie or German Shepherd or English Cocker Spaniel? 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.	Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.	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.	Yes This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Chiweenie vs German Shepherd vs English Cocker Spaniel?	Not really Chiweenie breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really German Shepherd breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Yes English Cocker Spaniel breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.
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. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Fighting Dog / Military Dog	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat 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.

Chiweenie vs German Shepherd vs English Cocker Spaniel 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 Chiweenie and German Shepherd and English Cocker Spaniel have?	2-5 puppies	6-10 puppies	6-8 puppies
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Chiweenie vs German Shepherd vs English Cocker Spaniel Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1908 as a Herding breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1946 as a Sporting breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section.	Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Flushing Dogs section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	Not recognized by any clubs.	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club German Shepherd Dog Club Of America	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club Canadian Canine Registry

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