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Name	German Shepherd	Alaskan Husky	Kunming Wolfdog
Origins	Germany	United States	China
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Group	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Sled Dogs	Working Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Alsatian wolf dog Berger Allemand Deutscher Schäferhund Schäferhund Alsatian	Husky	Chinese Wolfdog Kunming Wolfdog
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? German Shepherd vs Alaskan Husky vs Kunming Wolfdog breed type comparison:	Purebred	Cross Breed	Cross Breed

German Shepherd vs Alaskan Husky vs Kunming Wolfdog Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, German Shepherd or Alaskan Husky or Kunming Wolfdog? Which is the smallest dog, German Shepherd or Alaskan Husky or Kunming Wolfdog?	Large	Medium	Large
Weight Which is heavier, German Shepherd or Alaskan Husky or Alaskan Husky? German Shepherd vs Alaskan Husky vs Kunming Wolfdog weight comparison:	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)	66-84 pounds (30-38 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 77 pounds (35 kg), Female: 60 pounds (27 kg)	Male: 50 pounds (22.5 kg), Female: 41.5 pounds (19 kg)	75 pounds (34 kg)
Height Which is taller, German Shepherd or Alaskan Husky or Kunming Wolfdog? German Shepherd vs Alaskan Husky vs Kunming Wolfdog height comparison:	Male: 24-26 inches (60-65 cm), Female: 22-24 inches (55-60 cm)	20-24 inches (51-61 cm)	25-27 inches (64-68 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 25 inches (62.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (57.5 cm)	22 inches (56 cm)	26 inches (66 cm)

German Shepherd vs Alaskan Husky vs Kunming Wolfdog Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, German Shepherd or Alaskan Husky or Kunming Wolfdog? Which is more expensive?	$800-$2000	$1000-$1500	$800-$1200
Availability Which is easier to get, German Shepherd or Alaskan Husky or Kunming Wolfdog?	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.	Frequent: The Kunming Wolfdog is easier than average to get.

German Shepherd vs Alaskan Husky vs Kunming Wolfdog Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? German Shepherd vs Alaskan Husky vs Kunming Wolfdog intelligence:	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.	Very smart: Kunming Wolfdog is an excellent dog breed. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability German Shepherd vs Alaskan Husky vs Kunming Wolfdog trainability comparison.	German Shepherd dogs are easy to train. See more.	A slightly harder to train than average. 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: German Shepherd or Alaskan Husky or Kunming Wolfdog?	German Shepherd dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Alaskan Husky dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Kunming Wolfdog dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog German Shepherd or Alaskan Husky or Kunming Wolfdog? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	German Shepherd dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Alaskan Husky dogs are average defenders. See more.	Kunming Wolfdog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
Guard Dog Breeds List

German Shepherd vs Alaskan Husky vs Kunming Wolfdog Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, German Shepherd or Alaskan Husky or Kunming Wolfdog? German Shepherd vs Alaskan Husky vs Kunming Wolfdog behavior/temperament comparison:	Curious Alert Courageous Intelligent Confident Obedient Loyal Watchful	Agile Energetic Protective Alert Powerful Sensitive	Curious Stubborn Intelligent Willing
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	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.	Kunming Wolfdog dogs are less sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: German Shepherd vs Alaskan Husky vs Kunming Wolfdog?	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.	Average: Kunming Wolfdog dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs German Shepherd vs Alaskan Husky vs Kunming Wolfdog social needs comparison:	German Shepherd dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Alaskan Husky dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Kunming Wolfdog dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	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.	Kunming Wolfdog 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?	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.	Kunming Wolfdog 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

German Shepherd vs Alaskan Husky vs Kunming Wolfdog Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness German Shepherd vs Alaskan Husky vs Kunming Wolfdog playfulness comparison:	Average: German Shepherds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Alaskan Husky is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Kunming Wolfdog is a highly playful breed. See more.
Most Playful Dog Breeds
Barking Which dog barks more/less: German Shepherd vs Alaskan Husky vs Kunming Wolfdog?	Low to Average: The German Shepherd rarely barks. See more.	Average to High: The Alaskan Husky is a vocal breed. See more.	Average: The Kunming Wolfdog 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 Shepherd or Alaskan Husky or Kunming Wolfdog?	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.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Kunming Wolfdog breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

German Shepherd vs Alaskan Husky vs Kunming Wolfdog Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	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.	Average: Kunming Wolfdog dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: German Shepherd or Alaskan Husky or Kunming Wolfdog?	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.	Kunming Wolfdog dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

German Shepherd vs Alaskan Husky vs Kunming Wolfdog Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

German Shepherd vs Alaskan Husky vs Kunming Wolfdog Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues German Shepherd vs Alaskan Husky vs Kunming Wolfdog health comparison. Which is the healthier: German Shepherd vs Alaskan Husky vs Kunming Wolfdog?	German Shepherds are commonly healthy dogs.	Alaskan Huskys tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	Very healthy dog breed.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: German Shepherd vs Alaskan Husky vs Kunming Wolfdog? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? German Shepherd vs Alaskan Husky vs Kunming Wolfdog health problems comparison:	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)	Hip Dysplasia Eye Problems Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Bloat Epilepsy Heart Problems Intervertebral Disk Disease Skin Allergies Degenerative Myelopathy Osteochondrosis Dissecans Panosteitis Exocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency Canine Diabetes Mellitus
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	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.	Rare The Kunming Wolfdog 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 Shepherd vs Alaskan Husky vs Kunming Wolfdog lifespan comparison. How long do German Shepherd, Alaskan Husky and Kunming Wolfdog breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	9-13 years The average lifespan of German Shepherd: 11 years	9-15 years The average lifespan of Alaskan Husky: 12 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Kunming Wolfdog: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: German Shepherd vs Alaskan Husky vs Kunming Wolfdog?	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.	Prefers cold weather The Kunming Wolfdog can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. See more.

German Shepherd vs Alaskan Husky vs Kunming Wolfdog Energy and Activity Comparison

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

German Shepherd vs Alaskan Husky vs Kunming Wolfdog Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: German Shepherd or Alaskan Husky or Kunming Wolfdog?	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.	3 to 5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, 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 Shepherd vs Alaskan Husky vs Kunming Wolfdog weight gain potential comparison:	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.	Average: The Kunming Wolfdog has an average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

German Shepherd vs Alaskan Husky vs Kunming Wolfdog Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? German Shepherd vs Alaskan Husky vs Kunming Wolfdog coat comparison:	Fuzzy	Dense	Smooth Double
Colors What are the original German Shepherd, Alaskan Husky and Kunming Wolfdog color?	Black Tan Red Silver	Black Gray White Blonde Orange	Black Light Straw Deep Rust
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, German Shepherd or Alaskan Husky or Kunming Wolfdog? German Shepherd vs Alaskan Husky vs Kunming Wolfdog grooming comparison:	Average: The German Shepherd requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The Alaskan Husky requires average grooming effort. See more.	Effortless: The Kunming Wolfdog requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more German Shepherd or Alaskan Husky or Kunming Wolfdog? German Shepherd or Alaskan Husky or {name3 shedding:	German Shepherd dogs are heavy shedders. See more.	Alaskan Husky dogs shed moderately. See more.	Kunming Wolfdog 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 Shepherd or Alaskan Husky or Kunming Wolfdog?	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.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Hypoallergenic German Shepherd vs Alaskan Husky vs Kunming Wolfdog 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, German Shepherd vs Alaskan Husky vs Kunming Wolfdog?	Medium ⏺ The German Shepherd has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Alaskan Husky has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Kunming Wolfdog has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The German Shepherd is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Alaskan Husky is an average drooler. See more.	The Kunming Wolfdog is an average drooler. See more.

German Shepherd vs Alaskan Husky vs Kunming Wolfdog Good With Comparison

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

German Shepherd vs Alaskan Husky vs Kunming Wolfdog 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.	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: German Shepherd or Alaskan Husky or Kunming Wolfdog? Which is better for autism?	Yes This breed makes a perfect 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.
Therapy Dog Breeds
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: German Shepherd vs Alaskan Husky vs Kunming Wolfdog?	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.	Not really Kunming Wolfdog 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	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.	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 Shepherd vs Alaskan Husky vs Kunming Wolfdog 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 German Shepherd and Alaskan Husky and Kunming Wolfdog have?	6-10 puppies	4-10 puppies	6-8 puppies
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German Shepherd vs Alaskan Husky vs Kunming Wolfdog Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1908 as a Herding breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section.	Not recognized by FCI.	Not recognized by FCI.
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 National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club German Shepherd Dog Club Of America	Dog Registry of America Inc.	Dog Registry of America Inc.

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