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Name	Dutch Shepherd Dog	Chow Chow	Jagdterrier
Origins	Netherlands	China	Germany
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Group	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Companion Dogs	Hunting Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Hollandse Herder Dutch Shepherd Dog	Chowdren Chow	German Hunt Terrier German Hunting Terrier German Jagdterrier Deutscher Jagdterrier
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Dutch Shepherd Dog vs Chow Chow vs Jagdterrier breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Dutch Shepherd Dog vs Chow Chow vs Jagdterrier Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Dutch Shepherd Dog or Chow Chow or Jagdterrier? Which is the smallest dog, Dutch Shepherd Dog or Chow Chow or Jagdterrier?	Large	Medium	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Dutch Shepherd Dog or Chow Chow or Chow Chow? Dutch Shepherd Dog vs Chow Chow vs Jagdterrier weight comparison:	Male: 61-70 pounds (27-31 kg) Female: 52-61 pounds (23-27 kg)	45-70 pounds (20-32 kg)	20-22 pounds (9-10 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 65.5 pounds (29 kg) Female: 56.5 pounds (25 kg)	57.5 pounds (26 kg)	21 pounds (9.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Dutch Shepherd Dog or Chow Chow or Jagdterrier? Dutch Shepherd Dog vs Chow Chow vs Jagdterrier height comparison:	Male: 22-25 inches (56-63 cm), Female: 21-24 inches (53-61 cm)	Male: 20-22 inches (51-56 cm), Female: 18-20 inches (46-51 cm)	13–16 inches (33–40 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 23.5 inches (60 cm), Female: 22.5 inches (57 cm)	20 inches (51 cm)	13–16 inches (33–40 cm)

Dutch Shepherd Dog vs Chow Chow vs Jagdterrier Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Dutch Shepherd Dog or Chow Chow or Jagdterrier? Which is more expensive?	$1000-$1200	$600-$800	$300-$500
Availability Which is easier to get, Dutch Shepherd Dog or Chow Chow or Jagdterrier?	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 Chow Chow is quite easy to get.	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.

Dutch Shepherd Dog vs Chow Chow vs Jagdterrier Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Dutch Shepherd Dog vs Chow Chow vs Jagdterrier intelligence:	Smart: The Dutch Shepherd Dog dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Low: The Chow Chow is one of the dog breeds that have the lowest degree of obedience intelligence. 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 Dutch Shepherd Dog vs Chow Chow vs Jagdterrier trainability comparison.	Dutch Shepherd Dog dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	A slightly harder to train than average. See more.	Jagdterrier dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Dutch Shepherd Dog or Chow Chow or Jagdterrier?	Dutch Shepherd Dog dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Chow Chow dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Jagdterrier dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Dutch Shepherd Dog or Chow Chow or Jagdterrier? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Dutch Shepherd Dog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Chow Chow dogs are average defenders. See more.	Jagdterrier dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
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Dutch Shepherd Dog vs Chow Chow vs Jagdterrier Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Dutch Shepherd Dog or Chow Chow or Jagdterrier? Dutch Shepherd Dog vs Chow Chow vs Jagdterrier behavior/temperament comparison:	Alert Affectionate Obedient Reliable Loyal Trainable	Aloof Independent Protective Intelligent Loyal Quiet Detached	Courageous Intelligent Reliable Sociable Strong Willed Adaptable
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Dutch Shepherd Dog dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	Chow Chow dogs are less sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Jagdterrier 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: Dutch Shepherd Dog vs Chow Chow vs Jagdterrier?	Average to High: Dutch Shepherd Dog dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	Slightly Below Average: Chow Chow dogs may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence. See more.	Average to High: Jagdterrier dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
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Social Needs Dutch Shepherd Dog vs Chow Chow vs Jagdterrier social needs comparison:	Dutch Shepherd Dog dogs are a social breed. See more.	Chow Chow dogs are kinda antisocial. See more.	Jagdterrier dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Dutch Shepherd Dog dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Chow Chow dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Jagdterrier is strong enough to escape from home. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Dutch Shepherd Dog 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.	Chow Chow dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.	Jagdterrier 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

Dutch Shepherd Dog vs Chow Chow vs Jagdterrier Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Dutch Shepherd Dog vs Chow Chow vs Jagdterrier playfulness comparison:	The Dutch Shepherd Dog is a playful breed. See more.	Chow Chows are not the most playful dog breed. See more.	Average: Jagdterriers, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Dutch Shepherd Dog vs Chow Chow vs Jagdterrier?	Low to Average: The Dutch Shepherd Dog rarely barks. See more.	Low: The Chow Chow barks none to minimal. See more.	Low to Average: The Jagdterrier rarely barks. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Dutch Shepherd Dog or Chow Chow or Jagdterrier?	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 Dutch Shepherd Dog 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 Chow Chow indoors.	Apartment-friendly dog the Jagdterrier breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Dutch Shepherd Dog vs Chow Chow vs Jagdterrier Adaptability and Independence Comparison

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

Dutch Shepherd Dog vs Chow Chow vs Jagdterrier Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Dutch Shepherd Dog or Chow Chow or Jagdterrier?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Dutch Shepherd Dog bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Chow Chow bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Jagdterrier 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 Dutch Shepherd Dog has a low chance of biting somebody.	Moderate ⏺ The Chow Chow has an average chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Jagdterrier has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Dutch Shepherd Dog vs Chow Chow vs Jagdterrier mouthiness comparison:	Dutch Shepherd Dog dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Chow Chow dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Jagdterrier dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Dutch Shepherd Dog vs Chow Chow vs Jagdterrier Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Dutch Shepherd Dog vs Chow Chow vs Jagdterrier health comparison. Which is the healthier: Dutch Shepherd Dog vs Chow Chow vs Jagdterrier?	The Dutch Shepherd Dog is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Chow Chow is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Jagdterriers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Dutch Shepherd Dog vs Chow Chow vs Jagdterrier? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Dutch Shepherd Dog vs Chow Chow vs Jagdterrier health problems comparison:	No data available	Hip Dysplasia Ectropion	Primary Lens Luxation
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Dutch Shepherd Dog should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Chow Chow should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Frequent The Jagdterrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
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Life Expectancy Dutch Shepherd Dog vs Chow Chow vs Jagdterrier lifespan comparison. How long do Dutch Shepherd Dog, Chow Chow and Jagdterrier breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	11-15 years The average lifespan of Dutch Shepherd Dog: 13 years	13-15 years The average lifespan of Chow Chow: 14 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Jagdterrier: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Dutch Shepherd Dog vs Chow Chow vs Jagdterrier?	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 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.

Dutch Shepherd Dog vs Chow Chow vs Jagdterrier Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Dutch Shepherd Dog vs Chow Chow vs Jagdterrier Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Dutch Shepherd Dog or Chow Chow or Jagdterrier?	3 to 4.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	4 to 5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1/2 to 1 cup dry food a day.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Dutch Shepherd Dog vs Chow Chow vs Jagdterrier weight gain potential comparison:	Low to Average: The Dutch Shepherd Dog has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Chow Chow's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Low: The Jagdterrier has good luck with genetics. See more.
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Dutch Shepherd Dog vs Chow Chow vs Jagdterrier Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Dutch Shepherd Dog vs Chow Chow vs Jagdterrier coat comparison:	Wiry	Rough	Wiry Smooth
Colors What are the original Dutch Shepherd Dog, Chow Chow and Jagdterrier color?	Blue Silver Yellow Brindle Golden Grey Salt & Pepper	Black Red Blue Cream Cinnamon	Black Tan Yellow
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Dutch Shepherd Dog or Chow Chow or Jagdterrier? Dutch Shepherd Dog vs Chow Chow vs Jagdterrier grooming comparison:	Easy to groom: The Dutch Shepherd Dog doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Easy to groom: The Jagdterrier doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Dutch Shepherd Dog or Chow Chow or Jagdterrier? Dutch Shepherd Dog or Chow Chow or {name3 shedding:	Dutch Shepherd Dog dogs shed moderately. See more.	Chow Chow dogs shed above average. See more.	Jagdterrier 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: Dutch Shepherd Dog or Chow Chow or Jagdterrier?	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.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.
Hypoallergenic Dutch Shepherd Dog vs Chow Chow vs Jagdterrier hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
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Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Dutch Shepherd Dog vs Chow Chow vs Jagdterrier?	Medium ⏺ The Dutch Shepherd Dog has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Chow Chow has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Jagdterrier has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Dutch Shepherd Dog is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The Chow Chow is an average drooler. See more.	The Jagdterrier is an average drooler. See more.

Dutch Shepherd Dog vs Chow Chow vs Jagdterrier Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Dutch Shepherd Dog dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.	Chow Chow dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.	Jagdterrier dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Dutch Shepherd Dog or Chow Chow or Jagdterrier? Which dog is more friendly?	Dutch Shepherd Dog dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Chow Chow dogs are not stranger friendly dogs.	Jagdterrier 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 Dutch Shepherd Dog or Chow Chow or Jagdterrier?	Dutch Shepherd Dog dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.	Chow Chow dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.	Jagdterrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Dutch Shepherd Dog or Chow Chow or Jagdterrier?	Dutch Shepherd Dog dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Chow Chow dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Jagdterrier dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Dutch Shepherd Dog or Chow Chow or Jagdterrier?	Dutch Shepherd Dog dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Chow Chow dogs are not dog-friendly.	Jagdterrier dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Dutch Shepherd Dog vs Chow Chow vs Jagdterrier?	Yes Dutch Shepherd Dog dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	No Chow Chow dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.	Yes Jagdterrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Dutch Shepherd Dog is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Chow Chow is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Jagdterrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Dutch Shepherd Dogs are commonly okay with elderly people.	Chow Chows are not the best breed for elderly people.	Jagdterriers are usually recommended for elderly people.

Dutch Shepherd Dog vs Chow Chow vs Jagdterrier 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: Dutch Shepherd Dog or Chow Chow or Jagdterrier? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
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Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	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.	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?	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.	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: Dutch Shepherd Dog vs Chow Chow vs Jagdterrier?	Not really Dutch Shepherd Dog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Chow Chow breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Jagdterrier 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.	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.

Dutch Shepherd Dog vs Chow Chow vs Jagdterrier 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 Dutch Shepherd Dog and Chow Chow and Jagdterrier have?	6-10 puppies	3-6 puppies	3-8 puppies
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Dutch Shepherd Dog vs Chow Chow vs Jagdterrier Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club as a Miscellaneous breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1903 as a Non-Sporting breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Asian Spitz and related breeds section.	Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Large and medium sized Terriers section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	American Canine Registry America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale American Canine Association, Inc. Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club United Kennel Club Foundation Stock Service	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	No data available

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