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Name	Chow Chow	German Shepherd	Cane Corso
Origins	China	Germany	Italy
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Group	Companion Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Working Dogs
Popularity Rank	76	2	37
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Chowdren Chow	Alsatian wolf dog Berger Allemand Deutscher Schäferhund Schäferhund Alsatian	Cane Di Macellaio Cane Corz
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Chow Chow vs German Shepherd vs Cane Corso breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Chow Chow vs German Shepherd vs Cane Corso Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Chow Chow or German Shepherd or Cane Corso? Which is the smallest dog, Chow Chow or German Shepherd or Cane Corso?	Medium	Large	Large
Weight Which is heavier, Chow Chow or German Shepherd or German Shepherd? Chow Chow vs German Shepherd vs Cane Corso weight comparison:	45-70 pounds (20-32 kg)	Male: 66-88 pounds (30-40 kg), Female: 49-71 pounds (22-32 kg)	Male: 99-110 pounds (45-50 kg), Female: 88-99 pounds (40-45 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	57.5 pounds (26 kg)	Male: 77 pounds (35 kg), Female: 60 pounds (27 kg)	Male: 104.5 pounds (47.5 kg), Female: 93.5 pounds (42.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Chow Chow or German Shepherd or Cane Corso? Chow Chow vs German Shepherd vs Cane Corso height comparison:	Male: 20-22 inches (51-56 cm), Female: 18-20 inches (46-51 cm)	Male: 24-26 inches (60-65 cm), Female: 22-24 inches (55-60 cm)	Male: 24-27 inches (64-68 cm), Female: 23-25 inches (60-64 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	20 inches (51 cm)	Male: 25 inches (62.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (57.5 cm)	Male: 25.5 inches (66 cm), Female: 24 inches (62 cm)

Chow Chow vs German Shepherd vs Cane Corso Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Chow Chow or German Shepherd or Cane Corso? Which is more expensive?	$600-$800	$800-$2000	$1500-$2000
Availability Which is easier to get, Chow Chow or German Shepherd or Cane Corso?	Very frequent: The Chow Chow is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The German Shepherd is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Cane Corso is quite easy to get.

Chow Chow vs German Shepherd vs Cane Corso Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Chow Chow vs German Shepherd vs Cane Corso intelligence:	Low: The Chow Chow is one of the dog breeds that have the lowest degree of obedience intelligence. See more.	Outstanding: German Shepherd is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Smart: The Cane Corso dogs have great intelligence. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Chow Chow vs German Shepherd vs Cane Corso trainability comparison.	A slightly harder to train than average. See more.	German Shepherd dogs are easy to train. See more.	Cane Corso dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Chow Chow or German Shepherd or Cane Corso?	Chow Chow dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	German Shepherd dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Cane Corso dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Chow Chow or German Shepherd or Cane Corso? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Chow Chow dogs are average defenders. See more.	German Shepherd dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Cane Corso dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Chow Chow vs German Shepherd vs Cane Corso Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Chow Chow or German Shepherd or Cane Corso? Chow Chow vs German Shepherd vs Cane Corso behavior/temperament comparison:	Aloof Independent Protective Intelligent Loyal Quiet Detached	Curious Alert Courageous Intelligent Confident Obedient Loyal Watchful	Courageous Loyal Social Cheerful Quiet
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Chow Chow dogs are less 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.	Cane Corso dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Chow Chow vs German Shepherd vs Cane Corso?	Slightly Below Average: Chow Chow dogs may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence. See more.	High: German Shepherd dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average: Cane Corso dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Chow Chow vs German Shepherd vs Cane Corso social needs comparison:	Chow Chow dogs are kinda antisocial. See more.	German Shepherd dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Cane Corso dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Chow Chow dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	German Shepherd dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.	Cane Corso 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?	Chow Chow dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.	German Shepherd dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Cane Corso dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Chow Chow vs German Shepherd vs Cane Corso Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Chow Chow vs German Shepherd vs Cane Corso playfulness comparison:	Chow Chows are not the most playful dog breed. See more.	Average: German Shepherds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: Cane Corsos, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Chow Chow vs German Shepherd vs Cane Corso?	Low: The Chow Chow barks none to minimal. See more.	Low to Average: The German Shepherd rarely barks. See more.	Low: The Cane Corso 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 Chow Chow or German Shepherd or Cane Corso?	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 Chow Chow indoors.	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.	It is not recommended to keep the Cane Corso breed in the home.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Chow Chow vs German Shepherd vs Cane Corso Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Chow Chow dogs don't adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	German Shepherd dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Cane Corso dogs don't adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Chow Chow or German Shepherd or Cane Corso?	Chow Chow 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.	Cane Corso 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.

Chow Chow vs German Shepherd vs Cane Corso Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Chow Chow or German Shepherd or Cane Corso?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Chow Chow bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ German Shepherd bite force: Ordinary.	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Cane Corso 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:	Moderate ⏺ The Chow Chow has an average chance of biting somebody.	High 🔼 The German Shepherd has a high chance of biting somebody.	Moderate ⏺ The Cane Corso has an average chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Chow Chow vs German Shepherd vs Cane Corso mouthiness comparison:	Chow Chow dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	German Shepherd dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Cane Corso dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Chow Chow vs German Shepherd vs Cane Corso Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Chow Chow vs German Shepherd vs Cane Corso health comparison. Which is the healthier: Chow Chow vs German Shepherd vs Cane Corso?	The Chow Chow is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	German Shepherds are commonly healthy dogs.	Cane Corsos are commonly healthy dogs.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Chow Chow vs German Shepherd vs Cane Corso? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Chow Chow vs German Shepherd vs Cane Corso health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Ectropion	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	Hip Dysplasia Bloat Entropion Cherry Eye Ectropion Arthritis Demodectic Mange
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Chow Chow 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).	Rare The Cane Corso should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Chow Chow vs German Shepherd vs Cane Corso lifespan comparison. How long do Chow Chow, German Shepherd and Cane Corso breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	13-15 years The average lifespan of Chow Chow: 14 years	9-13 years The average lifespan of German Shepherd: 11 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Cane Corso: 11 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Chow Chow vs German Shepherd vs Cane Corso?	Prefers cold weather The Chow Chow can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. 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.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.

Chow Chow vs German Shepherd vs Cane Corso Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Chow Chow vs German Shepherd vs Cane Corso Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Chow Chow or German Shepherd or Cane Corso?	4 to 5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	3 to 4 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	Recommended daily amount: If you are feeding a high-quality dry food, your Corso will probably eat 4 to 5 cups a day.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Chow Chow vs German Shepherd vs Cane Corso weight gain potential comparison:	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Chow Chow'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.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Cane Corso's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Chow Chow vs German Shepherd vs Cane Corso Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Chow Chow vs German Shepherd vs Cane Corso coat comparison:	Rough	Fuzzy	Dense
Colors What are the original Chow Chow, German Shepherd and Cane Corso color?	Black Red Blue Cream Cinnamon	Black Tan Red Silver	Black Gray Red Fawn Brindle Chestnut
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Chow Chow or German Shepherd or Cane Corso? Chow Chow vs German Shepherd vs Cane Corso grooming comparison:	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Average: The German Shepherd requires average grooming effort. See more.	Effortless: The Cane Corso requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Chow Chow or German Shepherd or Cane Corso? Chow Chow or German Shepherd or {name3 shedding:	Chow Chow dogs shed above average. See more.	German Shepherd dogs are heavy shedders. See more.	Cane Corso 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: Chow Chow or German Shepherd or Cane Corso?	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	8-12 weeks Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.
Hypoallergenic Chow Chow vs German Shepherd vs Cane Corso 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, Chow Chow vs German Shepherd vs Cane Corso?	Medium ⏺ The Chow Chow has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The German Shepherd has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Cane Corso has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Chow Chow is an average drooler. See more.	The German Shepherd is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Cane Corso 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.

Chow Chow vs German Shepherd vs Cane Corso Good With Comparison

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

Chow Chow vs German Shepherd vs Cane Corso 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.	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Chow Chow or German Shepherd or Cane Corso? 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: Chow Chow vs German Shepherd vs Cane Corso?	Not really Chow Chow 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.	Not really Cane Corso 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?	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.	Yes A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Fighting Dog / Military Dog	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

Chow Chow vs German Shepherd vs Cane Corso 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 Chow Chow and German Shepherd and Cane Corso have?	3-6 puppies	6-10 puppies	4-6 puppies
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Chow Chow vs German Shepherd vs Cane Corso Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1903 as a Non-Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1908 as a Herding breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2010 as a Working breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Asian Spitz and related breeds section.	Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section.	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 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	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. National Kennel Club

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