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Compare Doberman Pinscher and Dalmatian. Which is better: Doberman Pinscher or Dalmatian or Boxer?
Name | Doberman Pinscher | Dalmatian | Boxer |
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Origins | Germany | Croatia | Germany |
Group | Working Dogs | Companion Dogs | Working Dogs |
Popularity Rank | 16 | 63 | 11 |
Reviews | 16 | 1 | 8 |
User Ratings |
Other Names
What other names do they have? |
Doberman Dobermann Dobynm Dobie |
Carriage Dog Dally Firehouse Dog Plum Pudding Dog Spotted Coach Dog Dal |
Deutscher Boxer German Boxer |
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Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Doberman Pinscher vs Dalmatian vs Boxer breed type comparison: | Purebred | Purebred | Purebred |
Doberman Pinscher vs Dalmatian vs Boxer Size and Weight Comparison
Size
Which is bigger, Doberman Pinscher or Dalmatian or Boxer? Which is the smallest dog, Doberman Pinscher or Dalmatian or Boxer? | Medium | Large | Medium |
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Weight
Which is heavier, Doberman Pinscher or Dalmatian or Dalmatian? Doberman Pinscher vs Dalmatian vs Boxer weight comparison: | Male: 88-99 pounds (40-45 kg), Female: 71-77 pounds (32-35 kg) | about 55 pounds (25 kg) | Male: 60-70 pounds (27-32 kg), Female: 53-65 pounds (24-29 kg) |
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight? | Male: 93.5 pounds (42.5 kg), Female: 74 pounds (33.5 kg) | about 55 pounds (25 kg) | Male: 65 pounds (29.5 kg), Female: 59 pounds (26.5 kg) |
Height
Which is taller, Doberman Pinscher or Dalmatian or Boxer? Doberman Pinscher vs Dalmatian vs Boxer height comparison: | Male: 26-28 inches (66-71cm), Female: 24-26 inches (61-66 cm) | Male: 22 - 24 inches (50 – 60 cm), Female: 20 - 22 inches (50 - 55 cm) | Male: 22-25 inches (56-63 cm), Female: 21-24 inches (53-61 cm) |
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height? | Male: 27 inches (68.5 cm), Female: 25 inches (63.5 cm) | Male: 22 - 24 inches (50 – 60 cm), Female: 20 - 22 inches (50 - 55 cm) | Male: 23.5 inches (59.5 cm), Female: 22.5 inches (57 cm) |
Doberman Pinscher vs Dalmatian vs Boxer Price and Availability Comparison
Price
Which is cheaper, Doberman Pinscher or Dalmatian or Boxer? Which is more expensive? | $800-$1000 | $500-$600 | $600-$1200 |
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Availability
Which is easier to get, Doberman Pinscher or Dalmatian or Boxer? | Very frequent: The Doberman Pinscher is quite easy to get. | Very frequent: The Dalmatian is quite easy to get. | Very frequent: The Boxer is quite easy to get. |
Doberman Pinscher vs Dalmatian vs Boxer Trainability and Intelligence Comparison
Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Doberman Pinscher vs Dalmatian vs Boxer intelligence: | Outstanding: Doberman Pinscher is one of the brightest dog breeds. | Smart: The Dalmatian dogs have great intelligence. | Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. |
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Trainability
Doberman Pinscher vs Dalmatian vs Boxer trainability comparison. | Doberman Pinscher dogs are quite easy to train. | Dalmatian dogs are quite easy to train. | Boxer dogs are quite easy to train. |
Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Doberman Pinscher or Dalmatian or Boxer? | Doberman Pinscher dogs are one of the best watchdogs. | Dalmatian dogs are average watchdogs. | Boxer dogs are one of the best watchdogs. |
Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Doberman Pinscher or Dalmatian or Boxer?
Which dog is most likely to protect its owner?
Which is the best dog to use for protection? | Doberman Pinscher dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. | Dalmatian dogs are average defenders. | Boxer dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. |
Doberman Pinscher vs Dalmatian vs Boxer Personality and Temperament Comparison
Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Doberman Pinscher or Dalmatian or Boxer? Doberman Pinscher vs Dalmatian vs Boxer behavior/temperament comparison: |
Energetic Alert Intelligent Obedient Loyal Fearless |
Active Playful Energetic Sensitive Intelligent Friendly Outgoing |
Playful Energetic Intelligent Confident Friendly Loyal Fearless Brave Bright |
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Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference? | Sensitive: Doberman Pinscher dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. | They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. | They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. |
Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Doberman Pinscher vs Dalmatian vs Boxer? | High: Doberman Pinscher dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. | High: Dalmatian dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. | High: Boxer dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. |
Social Needs
Doberman Pinscher vs Dalmatian vs Boxer social needs comparison: | Doberman Pinscher dogs need for social interaction is average. | Dalmatian dogs need a lot of social interaction. | Boxer dogs need a lot of social interaction. |
Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? | Doberman Pinscher dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. | The wanderlust potential of the Dalmatian is strong enough to escape from home. | Boxer dogs have average wanderlust potential. |
Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting? | Their prey drive is low. | Dalmatian dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. | Boxer 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. |
Doberman Pinscher vs Dalmatian vs Boxer Activity and Playfulness Comparison
Playfulness
Doberman Pinscher vs Dalmatian vs Boxer playfulness comparison: | Average: Doberman Pinschers, like any other dog breed, like playing. | The Dalmatian is a highly playful breed. | The Boxer is a playful breed. |
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Doberman Pinscher vs Dalmatian vs Boxer? | Low to Average: The Doberman Pinscher rarely barks. | Average: The Dalmatian barks occasionally. | Low to Average: The Boxer rarely barks. |
Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Doberman Pinscher or Dalmatian or Boxer? | Very house-friendly dog the Doberman Pinscher breed. | Not an apartment-friendly dog the Dalmatian breed. | Apartment-friendly dog the Boxer breed. |
Doberman Pinscher vs Dalmatian vs Boxer Adaptability and Independence Comparison
Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog? | Doberman Pinscher dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments. | Dalmatian dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments. | Boxer dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments. |
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Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Doberman Pinscher or Dalmatian or Boxer? | Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner. | Dalmatian dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them. | Boxer dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them. |
Doberman Pinscher vs Dalmatian vs Boxer Bite Characteristics Comparison
Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Doberman Pinscher or Dalmatian or Boxer? | Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Doberman Pinscher bite force: Ordinary. | Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Dalmatian bite force: Ordinary. | Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Boxer bite force: Ordinary. |
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Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison: | Moderate ⏺ The Doberman Pinscher has an average chance of biting somebody. | Low 🔽 The Dalmatian has a low chance of biting somebody. | Low 🔽 The Boxer has a low chance of biting somebody. |
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Doberman Pinscher vs Dalmatian vs Boxer mouthiness comparison: | Doberman Pinscher dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. | Dalmatian dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. | Boxer dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. |
Doberman Pinscher vs Dalmatian vs Boxer Health and Lifespan Comparison
Health Issues
Doberman Pinscher vs Dalmatian vs Boxer health comparison. Which is the healthier: Doberman Pinscher vs Dalmatian vs Boxer? | Doberman Pinschers are commonly healthy dogs. | Dalmatians are commonly healthy dogs. | The Boxer 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: Doberman Pinscher vs Dalmatian vs Boxer? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Doberman Pinscher vs Dalmatian vs Boxer health problems comparison: | Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Wobbler's Syndrome Cardiomyopathy | Hip Dysplasia Allergies Deafness Skin Allergies Iris Sphincter Dysplasia Urolithiasis | Hip Dysplasia Allergies Cancer Hypothyroidism Bloat Deafness Demodectic Mange Aortic Stenosis Boxer Cardiomyopathy Corneal Dystrophy |
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits? |
Rare The Doberman Pinscher should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year). |
Rare The Dalmatian should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year). |
Average The Boxer should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year. |
Life Expectancy
Doberman Pinscher vs Dalmatian vs Boxer lifespan comparison. How long do Doberman Pinscher, Dalmatian and Boxer breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy? |
10-12 years The average lifespan of Doberman Pinscher: 11 years |
12-14 years The average lifespan of Dalmatian: 13 years |
10-12 years The average lifespan of Boxer: 11 years |
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Doberman Pinscher vs Dalmatian vs Boxer? | Prefers warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. | Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. | Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. |
Doberman Pinscher vs Dalmatian vs Boxer Energy and Activity Comparison
Energy Level
Who has more energy a Doberman Pinscher or Dalmatian or Boxer?
Doberman Pinscher vs Dalmatian vs Boxer energy level comparison: | Doberman Pinscher dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds. | Dalmatian dogs are high-energy dogs. | Boxer dogs are high-energy dogs. |
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Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Doberman Pinscher vs Dalmatian vs Boxer exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Doberman Pinscher or Dalmatian or Boxer? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest? | Doberman Pinscher dogs need quite a lot of exercise. | Dalmatian dogs need a lot of exercises. | Boxer dogs need quite a lot of exercise. |
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Doberman Pinscher or Dalmatian or Boxer? | Doberman Pinscher dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed. | Dalmatian dogs don't need too much sleep. | Boxer dogs don't need too much sleep. |
Doberman Pinscher vs Dalmatian vs Boxer Diet and Weight Management Comparison
Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Doberman Pinscher or Dalmatian or Boxer? | 5 to 6 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. | Recommended daily amount: 1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. | Recommended daily amount: 2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. |
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Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Doberman Pinscher vs Dalmatian vs Boxer weight gain potential comparison: | Average: The Doberman Pinscher has an average risk for obesity. | Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Dalmatian's weight, he can easily gain weight. | Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Boxer's weight, he can easily gain weight. |
Doberman Pinscher vs Dalmatian vs Boxer Allergies and Grooming Comparison
Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Doberman Pinscher vs Dalmatian vs Boxer coat comparison: | Fine | Fine | Waterproof |
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Colors
What are the original Doberman Pinscher, Dalmatian and Boxer color? |
Black Tan Red Blue White Brown |
Black White Brown Liver | White Fawn Brindle |
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Doberman Pinscher or Dalmatian or Boxer? Doberman Pinscher vs Dalmatian vs Boxer grooming comparison: | Easy to groom: The Doberman Pinscher doesn't require a lot of grooming. | Effortless: The Dalmatian requires minimal grooming. | Effortless: The Boxer requires minimal grooming. |
Shedding Level
Who sheds more Doberman Pinscher or Dalmatian or Boxer? Doberman Pinscher or Dalmatian or {name3 shedding: | Doberman Pinscher dogs shed moderately. | Dalmatian dogs are heavy shedders. | Boxer dogs shed moderately. |
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Doberman Pinscher or Dalmatian or Boxer? | 3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. | 3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. | 3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. |
Hypoallergenic
Doberman Pinscher vs Dalmatian vs Boxer hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not? | No See more. | No See more. | No See more. |
Stinkiness
Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Doberman Pinscher vs Dalmatian vs Boxer? | Medium ⏺ The Doberman Pinscher has an average chance of bad smell. | Low 🔽 The Dalmatian has a low chance of bad smell. | High 🔼 The Boxer has a high chance of bad smell. |
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least? | The Doberman Pinscher drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed. | The Dalmatian is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. | The Boxer is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. |
Doberman Pinscher vs Dalmatian vs Boxer Good With Comparison
Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets? | Doberman Pinscher dogs are generally with other pets. | Dalmatian dogs are generally with other pets. | Boxer dogs are generally with other pets. |
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Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Doberman Pinscher or Dalmatian or Boxer? Which dog is more friendly? | Doberman Pinscher dogs are not stranger friendly dogs. | Dalmatian dogs are average friendly towards strangers. | Boxer dogs are average friendly towards strangers. |
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Doberman Pinscher or Dalmatian or Boxer? | Doberman Pinscher dogs are average friendly dogs towards children. | Dalmatian dogs are very kid-friendly dogs. | Boxer dogs are kid-friendly dogs. |
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Doberman Pinscher or Dalmatian or Boxer? | Doberman Pinscher dogs are average friendly towards cats. | Dalmatian dogs are average friendly towards cats. | Boxer dogs are average friendly towards cats. |
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Doberman Pinscher or Dalmatian or Boxer? | Doberman Pinscher dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs. | Dalmatian dogs are very dog-friendly dogs. | Boxer dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs. |
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Doberman Pinscher vs Dalmatian vs Boxer? |
Yes Doberman Pinscher dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality. |
Yes Dalmatian dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality. |
Yes Boxer dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality. |
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office? |
No Doberman Pinscher is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
No Dalmatian is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
No Boxer is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people? | Doberman Pinschers are commonly okay with elderly people. | Dalmatians are one of the best breeds for elderly people. | Boxers are usually recommended for elderly people. |
Doberman Pinscher vs Dalmatian vs Boxer 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. | Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. | Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. |
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Therapy Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: Doberman Pinscher or Dalmatian or Boxer? Which is better for autism? | Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. | Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. | Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. |
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: Doberman Pinscher vs Dalmatian vs Boxer? | Not really Doberman Pinscher breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. | Not really Dalmatian breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. | Not really Boxer breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. |
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. | Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. | Yes A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. |
Fighting Dog / Military 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. | Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs. |
Doberman Pinscher vs Dalmatian vs Boxer Reproducibility Comparison
Gestation Length | 60-64 days See more. | 60-64 days See more. | 60-64 days See more. |
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Litter Frequency | Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. | Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. | Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. |
Litter Size
How many puppies can Doberman Pinscher and Dalmatian and Boxer have? | 6-10 puppies | 6-9 puppies | 2-10 puppies, average 6 |
Doberman Pinscher vs Dalmatian vs Boxer Recognition Comparison
AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC? | Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1908 as a Working breed. | Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1888 as a Non-Sporting breed. | Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1904 as a Working breed. |
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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 Pinscher and Schnauzer type section. | Recognized by FCI in the Scent hounds and related breeds group, in the Related breeds 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 New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club Canadian Canine Registry |
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 Canadian Canine Registry |
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