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Name	Eurasier	German Shepherd	Hovawart
Origins	Germany	Germany	Germany
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Group	Working Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Guard Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Eurasian Dog Eurasian Spitz Eurasian	Alsatian wolf dog Berger Allemand Deutscher Schäferhund Schäferhund Alsatian	Hovie
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Eurasier vs German Shepherd vs Hovawart breed type comparison:	Cross Breed	Purebred	Purebred

Eurasier vs German Shepherd vs Hovawart Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Eurasier or German Shepherd or Hovawart? Which is the smallest dog, Eurasier or German Shepherd or Hovawart?	Large	Large	Large Giant
Weight Which is heavier, Eurasier or German Shepherd or German Shepherd? Eurasier vs German Shepherd vs Hovawart weight comparison:	Male: 50-70 pounds (23-32 kg), Female: 40-60 pounds (18-26 kg)	Male: 66-88 pounds (30-40 kg), Female: 49-71 pounds (22-32 kg)	55 - 90 pounds (25 - 51 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 60 pounds (27.5 kg), Female: 50 pounds (22 kg)	Male: 77 pounds (35 kg), Female: 60 pounds (27 kg)	55 - 90 pounds (25 - 51 kg)
Height Which is taller, Eurasier or German Shepherd or Hovawart? Eurasier vs German Shepherd vs Hovawart height comparison:	Male: 20-24 inches (52-60 cm), Female: 16-18 inches (48-56 cm)	Male: 24-26 inches (60-65 cm), Female: 22-24 inches (55-60 cm)	23 - 28 inches (58 - 70 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 22 inches (56 cm), Female: 17 inches (52 cm)	Male: 25 inches (62.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (57.5 cm)	23 - 28 inches (58 - 70 cm)

Eurasier vs German Shepherd vs Hovawart Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Eurasier or German Shepherd or Hovawart? Which is more expensive?	$2000-$2500	$800-$2000	$1000-$1200
Availability Which is easier to get, Eurasier or German Shepherd or Hovawart?	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 German Shepherd is quite easy to get.	Average: The Hovawart is a commonly available dog breed.

Eurasier vs German Shepherd vs Hovawart Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Eurasier vs German Shepherd vs Hovawart intelligence:	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Outstanding: German Shepherd is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.
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Trainability Eurasier vs German Shepherd vs Hovawart trainability comparison.	Eurasier dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	German Shepherd dogs are easy to train. See more.	Hovawart dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Eurasier or German Shepherd or Hovawart?	Eurasier dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	German Shepherd dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Hovawart dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Eurasier or German Shepherd or Hovawart? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Eurasier dogs can't provide protection for their territory. See more.	German Shepherd dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Hovawart dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Eurasier vs German Shepherd vs Hovawart Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Eurasier or German Shepherd or Hovawart? Eurasier vs German Shepherd vs Hovawart behavior/temperament comparison:	Alert Intelligent Outright Tempered Watchful Calm Reserved	Curious Alert Courageous Intelligent Confident Obedient Loyal Watchful	Active Devoted Outright Tempered Watchful Reserved
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.	Hovawart 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: Eurasier vs German Shepherd vs Hovawart?	Average: Eurasier dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	High: German Shepherd dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: Hovawart dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Eurasier vs German Shepherd vs Hovawart social needs comparison:	Eurasier dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	German Shepherd dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Hovawart dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Eurasier dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	German Shepherd dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.	Hovawart 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?	Eurasier dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	German Shepherd dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Hovawart 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.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Eurasier vs German Shepherd vs Hovawart Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Eurasier vs German Shepherd vs Hovawart playfulness comparison:	Average: Eurasiers, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: German Shepherds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: Hovawarts, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Eurasier vs German Shepherd vs Hovawart?	Average: The Eurasier barks occasionally. See more.	Low to Average: The German Shepherd rarely barks. See more.	Low to Average: The Hovawart 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 Eurasier or German Shepherd or Hovawart?	Very house-friendly dog the Eurasier 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.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Hovawart breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Eurasier vs German Shepherd vs Hovawart Adaptability and Independence Comparison

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

Eurasier vs German Shepherd vs Hovawart Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Eurasier vs German Shepherd vs Hovawart Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Eurasier vs German Shepherd vs Hovawart health comparison. Which is the healthier: Eurasier vs German Shepherd vs Hovawart?	Eurasiers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	German Shepherds are commonly healthy dogs.	The Hovawart is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Eurasier vs German Shepherd vs Hovawart? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Eurasier vs German Shepherd vs Hovawart health problems comparison:	No data available	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 Underactive Thyroid
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Frequent The Eurasier should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) 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 Hovawart should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Eurasier vs German Shepherd vs Hovawart lifespan comparison. How long do Eurasier, German Shepherd and Hovawart breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	11-13 years The average lifespan of Eurasier: 12 years	9-13 years The average lifespan of German Shepherd: 11 years	10-14 years The average lifespan of Hovawart: 12 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Eurasier vs German Shepherd vs Hovawart?	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Eurasier can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even 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.

Eurasier vs German Shepherd vs Hovawart Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Eurasier or German Shepherd or Hovawart? Eurasier vs German Shepherd vs Hovawart energy level comparison:	Eurasier dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.	German Shepherd dogs are high-energy dogs.	Hovawart 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 Eurasier vs German Shepherd vs Hovawart exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Eurasier or German Shepherd or Hovawart? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Eurasier dogs have an average exercise need.	German Shepherd dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Hovawart dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Eurasier or German Shepherd or Hovawart?	Eurasier dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	German Shepherd dogs don't need too much sleep.	Hovawart 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

Eurasier vs German Shepherd vs Hovawart Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Eurasier or German Shepherd or Hovawart?	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.	3 to 4 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? Eurasier vs German Shepherd vs Hovawart weight gain potential comparison:	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Eurasier'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: The Hovawart has an average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Eurasier vs German Shepherd vs Hovawart Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Eurasier vs German Shepherd vs Hovawart coat comparison:	Thick Double	Fuzzy	Silky
Colors What are the original Eurasier, German Shepherd and Hovawart color?	Black Tan Red Fawn Sable Wolf	Black Tan Red Silver	Black Blonde Golden
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Eurasier or German Shepherd or Hovawart? Eurasier vs German Shepherd vs Hovawart grooming comparison:	Average: The Eurasier requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The German Shepherd requires average grooming effort. See more.	Easy to groom: The Hovawart doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Eurasier or German Shepherd or Hovawart? Eurasier or German Shepherd or {name3 shedding:	Eurasier dogs shed moderately. See more.	German Shepherd dogs are heavy shedders. See more.	Hovawart 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: Eurasier or German Shepherd or Hovawart?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	8-12 weeks Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	2-3 weeks Frequent. This breed has high-maintenance hair and may require a bath every 2-3 weeks. See more.
Hypoallergenic Eurasier vs German Shepherd vs Hovawart 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, Eurasier vs German Shepherd vs Hovawart?	Medium ⏺ The Eurasier has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The German Shepherd has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Hovawart has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Eurasier is an average drooler. See more.	The German Shepherd is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Hovawart is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.

Eurasier vs German Shepherd vs Hovawart Good With Comparison

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

Eurasier vs German Shepherd vs Hovawart 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: Eurasier or German Shepherd or Hovawart? 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: Eurasier vs German Shepherd vs Hovawart?	Not really Eurasier 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 Hovawart 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	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.

Eurasier vs German Shepherd vs Hovawart 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 Eurasier and German Shepherd and Hovawart have?	4-8 puppies	6-10 puppies	6-8 puppies
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Eurasier vs German Shepherd vs Hovawart 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.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
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?	Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council 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 German Shepherd Dog Club Of America	American Canine Registry America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club Foundation Stock Service

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