German Malinois vs Shepadoodle Comparison – Which dog is better German Malinois or Shepadoodle?

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Name	German Malinois	Shepadoodle
Origins	Germany Belgium	Germany France
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Group	Designer Dogs	Designer Dogs
Popularity Rank	1416	1959
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Other Names What other names do they have?	No data available	No data available
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? German Malinois vs Shepadoodle breed type comparison:	Cross Breed	Cross Breed

German Malinois vs Shepadoodle Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which dog is bigger, German Malinois or Shepadoodle? Is the German Malinois bigger than the Shepadoodle breed? Is a German Malinois smaller than a Shepadoodle?	Large	Large Medium
Weight Which is heavier, German Malinois or Shepadoodle? German Malinois vs Shepadoodle weight comparison:	Male: 66-88 pounds (30-40 kg), Female: 49-71 pounds (22-32 kg)	Male: 45-70 pounds (20-32 kg), Female: 45-60 pounds (20-27 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 77 pounds (35 kg), Female: 60 pounds (27 kg)	Male: 57.5 pounds (26 kg), Female: 52.5 pounds (23.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, German Malinois or Shepadoodle? Is a German Malinois taller than a Shepadoodle?	Male: 24-26 inches (61-66 cm), Female: 22-24 inches (56-61 cm)	Male: 24-26 inches (60-65 cm), Female: 22-24 inches (55-60 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 25 inches (63.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (58.5 cm)	Male: 25 inches (62.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (57.5 cm)

German Malinois vs Shepadoodle Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, German Malinois or Shepadoodle? Which is more expensive? What is the difference in price between German Malinois and Shepadoodle?	$800-$2000	$1000-$1500
Availability Which is easier to get, German Malinois or Shepadoodle?	Very frequent: The German Malinois is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Shepadoodle is quite easy to get.

German Malinois vs Shepadoodle Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which dog has more intelligence? Is a German Malinois or Shepadoodle smarter? Which is best? German Malinois vs Shepadoodle intelligence:	Outstanding: German Malinois is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Outstanding: Shepadoodle is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability German Malinois vs Shepadoodle trainability comparison. What's the difference between German Malinois vs Shepadoodle?	German Malinois dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Shepadoodle dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: German Malinois or Shepadoodle?	German Malinois dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Shepadoodle dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog German Malinois or Shepadoodle? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	German Malinois dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Shepadoodle dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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German Malinois vs Shepadoodle Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, German Malinois or Shepadoodle? German Malinois vs Shepadoodle behavior/temperament comparison:	Active Curious Stubborn Protective Alert Courageous Intelligent Confident Friendly Obedient Loyal Watchful Hard working	Active Curious Alert Courageous Intelligent Confident Obedient Loyal Trainable Watchful Faithful Instinctual
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between German Malinois vs Shepadoodle?	Sensitive: German Malinois dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	Sensitive: Shepadoodle 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: German Malinois vs Shepadoodle?	Average to High: German Malinois dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	High: Shepadoodle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs German Malinois vs Shepadoodle social needs comparison:	German Malinois dogs are a social breed. See more.	Shepadoodle dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between German Malinois vs Shepadoodle?	German Malinois dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Shepadoodle dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between German Malinois vs Shepadoodle? Which can be better for hunting?	German Malinois dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Shepadoodle 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

German Malinois vs Shepadoodle Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness German Malinois vs Shepadoodle playfulness comparison:	The German Malinois is a playful breed. See more.	The Shepadoodle is a playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: German Malinois vs Shepadoodle?	Average: The German Malinois barks occasionally. See more.	Average: The Shepadoodle barks occasionally. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly German Malinois or Shepadoodle?	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 Malinois indoors.	Apartment-friendly dog the Shepadoodle breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

German Malinois vs Shepadoodle Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	German Malinois dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Shepadoodle dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: German Malinois or Shepadoodle?	German Malinois 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.	Shepadoodle 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.

German Malinois vs Shepadoodle Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: German Malinois or Shepadoodle?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ German Malinois bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Shepadoodle bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Is a German Malinois more dangerous than a Shepadoodle?	Low 🔽 The German Malinois has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Shepadoodle has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? German Malinois vs Shepadoodle mouthiness comparison:	German Malinois dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Shepadoodle dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.

German Malinois vs Shepadoodle Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues German Malinois vs Shepadoodle health comparison. Which is the healthier: German Malinois vs Shepadoodle?	German Malinoiss are commonly healthy dogs.	Shepadoodles are commonly healthy dogs.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: German Malinois vs Shepadoodle? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? German Malinois vs Shepadoodle health problems comparison:	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Allergies Cancer Eye Problems 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	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Legg-perthes Disease Patellar Luxation Allergies Cancer Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Bloat Epilepsy Sebaceous Adenitis Blindness Ear Infections Cherry Eye Elbow Dysplasia Diabetes Heart Disease Retinal Dysplasia Demodectic Mange Degenerative Myelopathy Wobbler's Syndrome Panosteitis Addison's Disease 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 Runny Eyes Canine Atrial Septal Defect (asd) Neonatal Encephalopathy (news) Optic Nerve Hypoplasia Premature Graying
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: German Malinois vs Shepadoodle?	Rare The German Malinois should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Rare The Shepadoodle should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy German Malinois vs Shepadoodle lifespan comparison. How long do German Malinois and Shepadoodle breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy? What is the age limit of the German Malinois and Shepadoodle?	12-14 years The average lifespan of German Malinois: 13 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Shepadoodle: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: German Malinois vs Shepadoodle?	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.

German Malinois vs Shepadoodle Energy and Activity Comparison

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

German Malinois vs Shepadoodle Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: German Malinois or Shepadoodle? Does the German Malinois breed eat more than the Shepadoodle breed?	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? German Malinois vs Shepadoodle weight gain potential comparison:	Low to Average: The German Malinois has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Shepadoodle has an average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

German Malinois vs Shepadoodle Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? German Malinois vs Shepadoodle coat comparison:	Fuzzy Weather-resistant Straight	Curly Fuzzy
Colors What are the original German Malinois and Shepadoodle color? German Malinois vs Shepadoodle color comparison:	Black Tan Red Cream Silver Fawn Brindle	Black Gray Tan Red Blue Cream White Silver Brown Fawn Beige Apricot
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, German Malinois or Shepadoodle? German Malinois vs Shepadoodle grooming comparison:	Average: The German Malinois requires average grooming effort. See more.	Advanced: The Shepadoodle requires a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more German Malinois or Shepadoodle? Do German Malinois dogs shed more than Shepadoodle dogs?	German Malinois dogs shed above average. See more.	Shepadoodle 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: German Malinois or Shepadoodle?	8-12 weeks Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	8-12 weeks Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.
Hypoallergenic German Malinois vs Shepadoodle hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, German Malinois or Shepadoodle?	Medium ⏺ The German Malinois has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Shepadoodle has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least? What's the difference between German Malinois vs Shepadoodle?	The German Malinois is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Shepadoodle is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

German Malinois vs Shepadoodle Good With Comparison

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

German Malinois vs Shepadoodle As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	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: German Malinois or Shepadoodle? Which is better for autism?	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect 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.	Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.
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.	Yes This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: German Malinois vs Shepadoodle?	Not really German Malinois breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Yes Shepadoodle breed usually likes 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.
Fighting Dog / Military Dog	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

German Malinois vs Shepadoodle Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	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.
Litter Size How many puppies can German Malinois and Shepadoodle have? German Malinois vs Shepadoodle litter size comparison:	6-10 puppies	6-10 puppies
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German Malinois vs Shepadoodle Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Not recognized by FCI.	Not recognized by FCI.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	No data available	No data available

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