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Name	Gaddi Kutta	German Shepherd	Alaskan Husky
Origins	India	Germany	United States
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Group	Guard Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Sled Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Bhote Kukkur Bhotia Bhotiya Gaddi Gaddi Kutta Gaddi Leopardhund Himachal Pradesh Himalayan Chamba Gaddi Himalayan Guard Dog Himalayan Mastiff Guard Dog Indian Gaddi Dog Indian Sheepdog Himalayan Sheepdog	Alsatian wolf dog Berger Allemand Deutscher Schäferhund Schäferhund Alsatian	Husky
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Gaddi Kutta vs German Shepherd vs Alaskan Husky breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Cross Breed

Gaddi Kutta vs German Shepherd vs Alaskan Husky Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Gaddi Kutta or German Shepherd or Alaskan Husky? Which is the smallest dog, Gaddi Kutta or German Shepherd or Alaskan Husky?	Large Giant	Large	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Gaddi Kutta or German Shepherd or German Shepherd? Gaddi Kutta vs German Shepherd vs Alaskan Husky weight comparison:	Male: 90-110 pounds (41-50 kg), Female: 80-100 pounds (36-45 kg)	Male: 66-88 pounds (30-40 kg), Female: 49-71 pounds (22-32 kg)	Male: 40-60 pounds (18-27 kg), Female: 35-48 pounds (16-22 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 100 pounds (45.5 kg), Female: 90 pounds (40.5 kg)	Male: 77 pounds (35 kg), Female: 60 pounds (27 kg)	Male: 50 pounds (22.5 kg), Female: 41.5 pounds (19 kg)
Height Which is taller, Gaddi Kutta or German Shepherd or Alaskan Husky? Gaddi Kutta vs German Shepherd vs Alaskan Husky height comparison:	Male: 26-28 inches (66-71 cm), Female: 24-26 inches (61-66 cm)	Male: 24-26 inches (60-65 cm), Female: 22-24 inches (55-60 cm)	20-24 inches (51-61 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 27 inches (68.5 cm), Female: 25 inches (63.5 cm)	Male: 25 inches (62.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (57.5 cm)	22 inches (56 cm)

Gaddi Kutta vs German Shepherd vs Alaskan Husky Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Gaddi Kutta or German Shepherd or Alaskan Husky? Which is more expensive?	$300-$400	$800-$2000	$1000-$1500
Availability Which is easier to get, Gaddi Kutta or German Shepherd or Alaskan Husky?	Average: The Gaddi Kutta is a commonly available dog breed.	Very frequent: The German Shepherd 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.

Gaddi Kutta vs German Shepherd vs Alaskan Husky Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Gaddi Kutta vs German Shepherd vs Alaskan Husky intelligence:	Smart: The Gaddi Kutta dogs have great intelligence. 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 Gaddi Kutta vs German Shepherd vs Alaskan Husky trainability comparison.	Gaddi Kutta dogs are very easy to train. See more.	German Shepherd dogs are easy to train. See more.	A slightly harder to train than average. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Gaddi Kutta or German Shepherd or Alaskan Husky?	Gaddi Kutta dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	German Shepherd dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Alaskan Husky dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Gaddi Kutta or German Shepherd or Alaskan Husky? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Gaddi Kutta dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	German Shepherd dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Alaskan Husky dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Gaddi Kutta vs German Shepherd vs Alaskan Husky Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Gaddi Kutta or German Shepherd or Alaskan Husky? Gaddi Kutta vs German Shepherd vs Alaskan Husky behavior/temperament comparison:	Intelligent Territorial Gentle Calm	Curious Alert Courageous Intelligent Confident Obedient Loyal Watchful	Agile Energetic Protective Alert Powerful Sensitive
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Gaddi Kutta dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	Sensitive: German Shepherd dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	Sensitive: Alaskan Husky dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Gaddi Kutta vs German Shepherd vs Alaskan Husky?	Average: Gaddi Kutta 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: Alaskan Husky dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
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Social Needs Gaddi Kutta vs German Shepherd vs Alaskan Husky social needs comparison:	Gaddi Kutta dogs are kinda antisocial. See more.	German Shepherd dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Alaskan Husky dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Gaddi Kutta dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	German Shepherd dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.	Alaskan Husky dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Gaddi Kutta 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.	Alaskan Husky dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Gaddi Kutta vs German Shepherd vs Alaskan Husky Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Gaddi Kutta vs German Shepherd vs Alaskan Husky playfulness comparison:	The Gaddi Kutta is a playful breed. See more.	Average: German Shepherds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Alaskan Husky is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Gaddi Kutta vs German Shepherd vs Alaskan Husky?	Low to Average: The Gaddi Kutta rarely barks. See more.	Low to Average: The German Shepherd rarely barks. See more.	Average to High: The Alaskan Husky is a vocal breed. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Gaddi Kutta or German Shepherd or Alaskan Husky?	It is not recommended to keep the Gaddi Kutta breed in the home.	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 Alaskan Husky breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Gaddi Kutta vs German Shepherd vs Alaskan Husky Adaptability and Independence Comparison

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

Gaddi Kutta vs German Shepherd vs Alaskan Husky Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Gaddi Kutta vs German Shepherd vs Alaskan Husky Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Gaddi Kutta vs German Shepherd vs Alaskan Husky health comparison. Which is the healthier: Gaddi Kutta vs German Shepherd vs Alaskan Husky?	The Gaddi Kutta is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	German Shepherds are commonly healthy dogs.	Alaskan Huskys tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Gaddi Kutta vs German Shepherd vs Alaskan Husky? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Gaddi Kutta vs German Shepherd vs Alaskan Husky health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Bloat Arthritis	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	Hyperthyroidism Laryngeal Paresis Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Gaddi Kutta 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).	Frequent The Alaskan Husky should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
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Life Expectancy Gaddi Kutta vs German Shepherd vs Alaskan Husky lifespan comparison. How long do Gaddi Kutta, German Shepherd and Alaskan Husky breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	8-10 years The average lifespan of Gaddi Kutta: 9 years	9-13 years The average lifespan of German Shepherd: 11 years	9-15 years The average lifespan of Alaskan Husky: 12 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Gaddi Kutta vs German Shepherd vs Alaskan Husky?	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.	Prefers cold weather The Alaskan Husky can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Gaddi Kutta vs German Shepherd vs Alaskan Husky Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Gaddi Kutta vs German Shepherd vs Alaskan Husky Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Gaddi Kutta or German Shepherd or Alaskan Husky?	6 to 8 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.	1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Gaddi Kutta vs German Shepherd vs Alaskan Husky weight gain potential comparison:	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Gaddi Kutta'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.	Low to Average: The Alaskan Husky has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Gaddi Kutta vs German Shepherd vs Alaskan Husky Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Gaddi Kutta vs German Shepherd vs Alaskan Husky coat comparison:	Dense	Fuzzy	Dense
Colors What are the original Gaddi Kutta, German Shepherd and Alaskan Husky color?	Black Beige Light Brown	Black Tan Red Silver	Black Gray White Blonde Orange
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Gaddi Kutta or German Shepherd or Alaskan Husky? Gaddi Kutta vs German Shepherd vs Alaskan Husky grooming comparison:	Advanced: The Gaddi Kutta requires a lot of grooming. See more.	Average: The German Shepherd requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The Alaskan Husky requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Gaddi Kutta or German Shepherd or Alaskan Husky? Gaddi Kutta or German Shepherd or {name3 shedding:	Gaddi Kutta dogs shed above average. See more.	German Shepherd dogs are heavy shedders. See more.	Alaskan Husky 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: Gaddi Kutta or German Shepherd or Alaskan Husky?	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 Gaddi Kutta vs German Shepherd vs Alaskan Husky 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, Gaddi Kutta vs German Shepherd vs Alaskan Husky?	Medium ⏺ The Gaddi Kutta has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The German Shepherd has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Alaskan Husky has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Gaddi Kutta 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.	The German Shepherd is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Alaskan Husky is an average drooler. See more.

Gaddi Kutta vs German Shepherd vs Alaskan Husky Good With Comparison

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

Gaddi Kutta vs German Shepherd vs Alaskan Husky 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: Gaddi Kutta or German Shepherd or Alaskan Husky? 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: Gaddi Kutta vs German Shepherd vs Alaskan Husky?	Not really Gaddi Kutta 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 Alaskan Husky 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?	Yes 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.

Gaddi Kutta vs German Shepherd vs Alaskan Husky 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 Gaddi Kutta and German Shepherd and Alaskan Husky have?	5-12 puppies	6-10 puppies	4-10 puppies
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Gaddi Kutta vs German Shepherd vs Alaskan Husky 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?	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section.	Not recognized by FCI.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	Dog Registry of America Inc.	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	Dog Registry of America Inc.

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