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German Shepherd vs Alpine Mastiff vs Tibetan Mastiff Comparison - Dog breed selector: Alsatian wolf dog or Alpine Molosser or Tsang-khyi? Find the right dog for you

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Name German Shepherd Alpine Mastiff Tibetan Mastiff
OriginsGermany flagGermany Switzerland flagSwitzerland Tibet flagTibet
Group Pastoral / Herding Dogs Extinct Working Dogs
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Alsatian wolf dog
Berger Allemand
Deutscher Schäferhund
Schäferhund
Alsatian
Alpine Molosser Tsang-khyi
Dok-Khyi
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? German Shepherd vs Alpine Mastiff vs Tibetan Mastiff breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

German Shepherd vs Alpine Mastiff vs Tibetan Mastiff Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, German Shepherd or Alpine Mastiff or Tibetan Mastiff? Which is the smallest dog, German Shepherd or Alpine Mastiff or Tibetan Mastiff?
Large Giant Large
Weight
Which is heavier, German Shepherd or Alpine Mastiff or Alpine Mastiff? German Shepherd vs Alpine Mastiff vs Tibetan Mastiff weight comparison:
Male: 66-88 pounds (30-40 kg), Female: 49-71 pounds (22-32 kg) 340-350 pounds (154-160 kg) 140-170 pounds (64-78 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 77 pounds (35 kg), Female: 60 pounds (27 kg) 345 pounds (157 kg) 155 pounds (71 kg)
Height
Which is taller, German Shepherd or Alpine Mastiff or Tibetan Mastiff? German Shepherd vs Alpine Mastiff vs Tibetan Mastiff height comparison:
Male: 24-26 inches (60-65 cm), Female: 22-24 inches (55-60 cm) 35-40 inches (89-101 cm) 25-28 inches (61-71 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 25 inches (62.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (57.5 cm) 37.5 inches (95 cm) 26.5 inches (66 cm)

German Shepherd vs Alpine Mastiff vs Tibetan Mastiff Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, German Shepherd or Alpine Mastiff or Tibetan Mastiff? Which is more expensive?
$800-$2000 Unavailable $2500-$3500
Availability
Which is easier to get, German Shepherd or Alpine Mastiff or Tibetan Mastiff?
Very frequent: The German Shepherd is quite easy to get.
Unavailable: This dog breed, unfortunately, is no longer available, it may even be extinct.
Frequent: The Tibetan Mastiff is easier than average to get.

German Shepherd vs Alpine Mastiff vs Tibetan Mastiff Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? German Shepherd vs Alpine Mastiff vs Tibetan Mastiff intelligence:
Outstanding: German Shepherd is one of the brightest dog breeds.
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Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Trainability
German Shepherd vs Alpine Mastiff vs Tibetan Mastiff trainability comparison.
German Shepherd dogs are easy to train.
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Alpine Mastiff dogs are quite easy to train.
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Tibetan Mastiff dogs are quite easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: German Shepherd or Alpine Mastiff or Tibetan Mastiff?
German Shepherd dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Alpine Mastiff dogs are average watchdogs.
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Tibetan Mastiff dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog German Shepherd or Alpine Mastiff or Tibetan Mastiff? 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.
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Alpine Mastiff dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Tibetan Mastiff dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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German Shepherd vs Alpine Mastiff vs Tibetan Mastiff Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, German Shepherd or Alpine Mastiff or Tibetan Mastiff? German Shepherd vs Alpine Mastiff vs Tibetan Mastiff behavior/temperament comparison:
Curious
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Confident
Obedient
Loyal
Watchful
Friendly Stubborn
Aloof
Protective
Courageous
Loyal
Strong
Willed
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.
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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Sensitive: Tibetan Mastiff dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: German Shepherd vs Alpine Mastiff vs Tibetan Mastiff?
High: German Shepherd dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Average to High: Alpine Mastiff dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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Average: Tibetan Mastiff dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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Social Needs
German Shepherd vs Alpine Mastiff vs Tibetan Mastiff social needs comparison:
German Shepherd dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Alpine Mastiff dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Tibetan Mastiff dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
German Shepherd dogs are not the biggest explorers.
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Alpine Mastiff dogs tend to escape less than other breeds.
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Tibetan Mastiff dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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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.
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Alpine Mastiff dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals.
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Tibetan Mastiff 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.
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German Shepherd vs Alpine Mastiff vs Tibetan Mastiff Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
German Shepherd vs Alpine Mastiff vs Tibetan Mastiff playfulness comparison:
Average: German Shepherds, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Alpine Mastiffs are not the most playful dog breed.
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Average: Tibetan Mastiffs, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: German Shepherd vs Alpine Mastiff vs Tibetan Mastiff?
Low to Average: The German Shepherd rarely barks.
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Average: The Alpine Mastiff barks occasionally.
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A lot: Tibetan Mastiff is a particularly loud breed.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly German Shepherd or Alpine Mastiff or Tibetan Mastiff?
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 Alpine Mastiff breed.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Tibetan Mastiff breed.

German Shepherd vs Alpine Mastiff vs Tibetan Mastiff 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.
Alpine Mastiff dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Average: Tibetan Mastiff 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 Alpine Mastiff or Tibetan Mastiff?
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.
Alpine Mastiff dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

German Shepherd vs Alpine Mastiff vs Tibetan Mastiff Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: German Shepherd or Alpine Mastiff or Tibetan Mastiff?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

German Shepherd bite force: Ordinary.

Above 400 PSI 🔼

Alpine Mastiff bite force: The Strongest.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Tibetan Mastiff bite force: Ordinary.
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.

Low 🔽

The Alpine Mastiff has a low chance of biting somebody.

High 🔼

The Tibetan Mastiff has a high chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? German Shepherd vs Alpine Mastiff vs Tibetan Mastiff mouthiness comparison:
German Shepherd dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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Alpine Mastiff dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Tibetan Mastiff dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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German Shepherd vs Alpine Mastiff vs Tibetan Mastiff Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
German Shepherd vs Alpine Mastiff vs Tibetan Mastiff health comparison. Which is the healthier: German Shepherd vs Alpine Mastiff vs Tibetan Mastiff?
German Shepherds are commonly healthy dogs.
Alpine Mastiffs are commonly healthy dogs.
Tibetan Mastiffs tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: German Shepherd vs Alpine Mastiff vs Tibetan Mastiff? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? German Shepherd vs Alpine Mastiff vs Tibetan Mastiff 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
No data available Hip Dysplasia
Autoimmune Hypothyroidism
Elbow Dysplasia
Osteochondrosis Dissecans
Panosteitis
Canine Inherited Demyelinative Neuropathy
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).
Rare
The Alpine Mastiff should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Frequent
The Tibetan Mastiff should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Life Expectancy
German Shepherd vs Alpine Mastiff vs Tibetan Mastiff lifespan comparison. How long do German Shepherd, Alpine Mastiff and Tibetan Mastiff breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
9-13 years
The average lifespan of German Shepherd: 11 years
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Alpine Mastiff: 11 years
10-14 years
The average lifespan of Tibetan Mastiff: 12 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: German Shepherd vs Alpine Mastiff vs Tibetan Mastiff?
Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Alpine Mastiff can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Prefers cold weather
The Tibetan Mastiff can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog.
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German Shepherd vs Alpine Mastiff vs Tibetan Mastiff Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a German Shepherd or Alpine Mastiff or Tibetan Mastiff? German Shepherd vs Alpine Mastiff vs Tibetan Mastiff energy level comparison:
German Shepherd dogs are high-energy dogs.
Alpine Mastiff dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Tibetan Mastiff dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
German Shepherd vs Alpine Mastiff vs Tibetan Mastiff exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: German Shepherd or Alpine Mastiff or Tibetan Mastiff? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
German Shepherd dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Alpine Mastiff dogs exercise need is minimal.
Tibetan Mastiff dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: German Shepherd or Alpine Mastiff or Tibetan Mastiff?
German Shepherd dogs don't need too much sleep.
Alpine Mastiff dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.
Tibetan Mastiff dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.

German Shepherd vs Alpine Mastiff vs Tibetan Mastiff Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: German Shepherd or Alpine Mastiff or Tibetan Mastiff?
3 to 4 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 15 to 16 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 6 to 8 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? German Shepherd vs Alpine Mastiff vs Tibetan Mastiff weight gain potential comparison:
Low to Average: The German Shepherd has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Alpine Mastiff's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Tibetan Mastiff's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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German Shepherd vs Alpine Mastiff vs Tibetan Mastiff Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? German Shepherd vs Alpine Mastiff vs Tibetan Mastiff coat comparison:
Fuzzy Rough Thick
Hard
Colors
What are the original German Shepherd, Alpine Mastiff and Tibetan Mastiff color?
Black
Tan
Red
Silver
Brindle
Brown
Black
Gray
Tan
Red
Blue
Brown
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, German Shepherd or Alpine Mastiff or Tibetan Mastiff? German Shepherd vs Alpine Mastiff vs Tibetan Mastiff grooming comparison:
Average: The German Shepherd requires average grooming effort.
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Easy to groom: The Alpine Mastiff doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Average: The Tibetan Mastiff requires average grooming effort.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more German Shepherd or Alpine Mastiff or Tibetan Mastiff? German Shepherd or Alpine Mastiff or {name3 shedding:
German Shepherd dogs are heavy shedders.
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Alpine Mastiff dogs shed above average.
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Tibetan Mastiff dogs shed moderately.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: German Shepherd or Alpine Mastiff or Tibetan Mastiff?
8-12 weeks
Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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Hypoallergenic
German Shepherd vs Alpine Mastiff vs Tibetan Mastiff hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?
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Stinkiness
Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, German Shepherd vs Alpine Mastiff vs Tibetan Mastiff?

Medium

The German Shepherd has an average chance of bad smell.

High 🔼

The Alpine Mastiff has a high chance of bad smell.

High 🔼

The Tibetan Mastiff has a high 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.
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The Alpine Mastiff is a big drooler, so if you're disgusted by slobber spots on your clothes, you should choose a dog from another breed.
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The Tibetan Mastiff is a big drooler, so if you're disgusted by slobber spots on your clothes, you should choose a dog from another breed.
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German Shepherd vs Alpine Mastiff vs Tibetan Mastiff Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
German Shepherd dogs are generally with other pets.
Alpine Mastiff dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Tibetan Mastiff dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly German Shepherd or Alpine Mastiff or Tibetan Mastiff? Which dog is more friendly?
German Shepherd dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Alpine Mastiff dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Tibetan Mastiff dogs are not stranger friendly dogs.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly German Shepherd or Alpine Mastiff or Tibetan Mastiff?
German Shepherd dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Alpine Mastiff dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Tibetan Mastiff dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly German Shepherd or Alpine Mastiff or Tibetan Mastiff?
German Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Alpine Mastiff dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Tibetan Mastiff dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly German Shepherd or Alpine Mastiff or Tibetan Mastiff?
German Shepherd dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Alpine Mastiff dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Tibetan Mastiff dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: German Shepherd vs Alpine Mastiff vs Tibetan Mastiff?
Yes
German Shepherd dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Alpine Mastiff dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Tibetan Mastiff dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
German Shepherd is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Alpine Mastiff is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Tibetan Mastiff 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.
Alpine Mastiffs are usually recommended for elderly people.
Tibetan Mastiffs are not the best breed for elderly people.

German Shepherd vs Alpine Mastiff vs Tibetan Mastiff As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog
Which one could be a service dog?

Yes

This breed makes good as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Therapy Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: German Shepherd or Alpine Mastiff or Tibetan Mastiff? Which is better for autism?

Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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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: German Shepherd vs Alpine Mastiff vs Tibetan Mastiff?

Not really

German Shepherd breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Alpine Mastiff breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Tibetan Mastiff breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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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.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Yes

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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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 Alpine Mastiff vs Tibetan Mastiff 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.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Litter Size
How many puppies can German Shepherd and Alpine Mastiff and Tibetan Mastiff have?
6-10 puppies 5-12 puppies 5-12 puppies

German Shepherd vs Alpine Mastiff vs Tibetan Mastiff 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. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2006 as a Working breed.
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. 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?
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
No data available American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
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
New Zealand Kennel Club

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