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Name	German Shepherd	Boston Terrier	American Foxhound
Origins	Germany	United States	United States
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Group	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Companion Dogs	Hunting Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Alsatian wolf dog Berger Allemand Deutscher Schäferhund Schäferhund Alsatian	American Gentlemen Boston Bull Terrier Boxwood Boston Bull	No data available
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? German Shepherd vs Boston Terrier vs American Foxhound breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

German Shepherd vs Boston Terrier vs American Foxhound Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, German Shepherd or Boston Terrier or American Foxhound? Which is the smallest dog, German Shepherd or Boston Terrier or American Foxhound?	Large	Small	Large
Weight Which is heavier, German Shepherd or Boston Terrier or Boston Terrier? German Shepherd vs Boston Terrier vs American Foxhound weight comparison:	Male: 66-88 pounds (30-40 kg), Female: 49-71 pounds (22-32 kg)	10-25 pounds (6-11kg)	65-75 pounds (29-34 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 77 pounds (35 kg), Female: 60 pounds (27 kg)	17.5 pounds (8.5 kg)	70 pounds (31.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, German Shepherd or Boston Terrier or American Foxhound? German Shepherd vs Boston Terrier vs American Foxhound height comparison:	Male: 24-26 inches (60-65 cm), Female: 22-24 inches (55-60 cm)	15-17 inches (38-43 cm)	21-25 inches (53-64 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 25 inches (62.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (57.5 cm)	16 inches (40.5 cm)	23 inches (58.5 cm)

German Shepherd vs Boston Terrier vs American Foxhound Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, German Shepherd or Boston Terrier or American Foxhound? Which is more expensive?	$800-$2000	$600-$800	$400-$600
Availability Which is easier to get, German Shepherd or Boston Terrier or American Foxhound?	Very frequent: The German Shepherd is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Boston Terrier is quite easy to get.	Frequent: The American Foxhound is easier than average to get.

German Shepherd vs Boston Terrier vs American Foxhound Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? German Shepherd vs Boston Terrier vs American Foxhound 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.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability German Shepherd vs Boston Terrier vs American Foxhound trainability comparison.	German Shepherd dogs are easy to train. See more.	Boston Terrier dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	American Foxhound dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: German Shepherd or Boston Terrier or American Foxhound?	German Shepherd dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Boston Terrier dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	American Foxhound dogs are not the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog German Shepherd or Boston Terrier or American Foxhound? 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.	Boston Terrier dogs are average defenders. See more.	American Foxhound dogs can't provide protection for their territory. See more.
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German Shepherd vs Boston Terrier vs American Foxhound Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, German Shepherd or Boston Terrier or American Foxhound? German Shepherd vs Boston Terrier vs American Foxhound behavior/temperament comparison:	Curious Alert Courageous Intelligent Confident Obedient Loyal Watchful	Playful Intelligent Friendly Affectionate Lively Gentle Aggressive	Loving Independent Intelligent Loyal Tempered Kind Sweet
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: Boston Terrier dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	American Foxhound 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 Boston Terrier vs American Foxhound?	High: German Shepherd dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Boston Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: American Foxhound dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs German Shepherd vs Boston Terrier vs American Foxhound social needs comparison:	German Shepherd dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Boston Terrier dogs are a social breed. See more.	American Foxhound dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	German Shepherd dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.	Boston Terrier dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	American Foxhound 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.	Boston Terrier dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.	American Foxhound 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 Boston Terrier vs American Foxhound Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness German Shepherd vs Boston Terrier vs American Foxhound playfulness comparison:	Average: German Shepherds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: Boston Terriers, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The American Foxhound is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: German Shepherd vs Boston Terrier vs American Foxhound?	Low to Average: The German Shepherd rarely barks. See more.	Low to Average: The Boston Terrier rarely barks. See more.	A lot: American Foxhound is a particularly loud breed. 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 Boston Terrier or American Foxhound?	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.	Very house-friendly dog the Boston Terrier breed.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the American Foxhound breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

German Shepherd vs Boston Terrier vs American Foxhound 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.	Boston Terrier dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	American Foxhound dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: German Shepherd or Boston Terrier or American Foxhound?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Boston Terrier 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.	American Foxhound 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 Shepherd vs Boston Terrier vs American Foxhound Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: German Shepherd or Boston Terrier or American Foxhound?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ German Shepherd bite force: Ordinary.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Boston Terrier bite force: Weak.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ American Foxhound 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 Boston Terrier has an average chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The American Foxhound has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? German Shepherd vs Boston Terrier vs American Foxhound mouthiness comparison:	German Shepherd dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Boston Terrier dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	American Foxhound dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

German Shepherd vs Boston Terrier vs American Foxhound Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues German Shepherd vs Boston Terrier vs American Foxhound health comparison. Which is the healthier: German Shepherd vs Boston Terrier vs American Foxhound?	German Shepherds are commonly healthy dogs.	The Boston Terrier is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	American Foxhounds tend to have a lot and frequent health issues.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: German Shepherd vs Boston Terrier vs American Foxhound? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? German Shepherd vs Boston Terrier vs American Foxhound 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	Cataracts Heart Murmurs Patellar Luxation Allergies Deafness Cherry Eye Brain Tumors Megaesophagus Reverse Sneezing	No data available
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).	Average The Boston Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Frequent The American Foxhound should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
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Life Expectancy German Shepherd vs Boston Terrier vs American Foxhound lifespan comparison. How long do German Shepherd, Boston Terrier and American Foxhound breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	9-13 years The average lifespan of German Shepherd: 11 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Boston Terrier: 13 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of American Foxhound: 11 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: German Shepherd vs Boston Terrier vs American Foxhound?	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 average to cold weather conditions The American Foxhound can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.

German Shepherd vs Boston Terrier vs American Foxhound Energy and Activity Comparison

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

German Shepherd vs Boston Terrier vs American Foxhound Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: German Shepherd or Boston Terrier or American Foxhound?	3 to 4 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	0.5 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	2 to 3 cups of a high-quality dog food a day.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? German Shepherd vs Boston Terrier vs American Foxhound weight gain potential comparison:	Low to Average: The German Shepherd has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Boston Terrier has an average risk for obesity. See more.	High: The American Foxhound breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

German Shepherd vs Boston Terrier vs American Foxhound Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? German Shepherd vs Boston Terrier vs American Foxhound coat comparison:	Fuzzy	Fine	Rough
Colors What are the original German Shepherd, Boston Terrier and American Foxhound color?	Black Tan Red Silver	Black White Brindle Seal	Black Tan Red Blue White Brown
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, German Shepherd or Boston Terrier or American Foxhound? German Shepherd vs Boston Terrier vs American Foxhound grooming comparison:	Average: The German Shepherd requires average grooming effort. See more.	Effortless: The Boston Terrier requires minimal grooming. See more.	Effortless: The American Foxhound requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more German Shepherd or Boston Terrier or American Foxhound? German Shepherd or Boston Terrier or {name3 shedding:	German Shepherd dogs are heavy shedders. See more.	Boston Terrier dogs shed moderately. See more.	American Foxhound dogs shed none to minimal. 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 Boston Terrier or American Foxhound?	8-12 weeks Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. 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.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.
Hypoallergenic German Shepherd vs Boston Terrier vs American Foxhound 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 Boston Terrier vs American Foxhound?	Medium ⏺ The German Shepherd has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Boston Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The American Foxhound 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 Boston Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The American Foxhound is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

German Shepherd vs Boston Terrier vs American Foxhound Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	German Shepherd dogs are generally with other pets.	Boston Terrier dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.	American Foxhound dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly German Shepherd or Boston Terrier or American Foxhound? Which dog is more friendly?	German Shepherd dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Boston Terrier dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	American Foxhound dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
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 Boston Terrier or American Foxhound?	German Shepherd dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Boston Terrier dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	American Foxhound dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly German Shepherd or Boston Terrier or American Foxhound?	German Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Boston Terrier dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	American Foxhound 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 Boston Terrier or American Foxhound?	German Shepherd dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Boston Terrier dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	American Foxhound dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: German Shepherd vs Boston Terrier vs American Foxhound?	Yes German Shepherd dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Boston Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes American Foxhound 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 Boston Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.	Yes American Foxhound is one of the best dog breeds for office environment
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	German Shepherds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Boston Terriers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	American Foxhounds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

German Shepherd vs Boston Terrier vs American Foxhound 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 Boston Terrier or American Foxhound? 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 Boston Terrier vs American Foxhound?	Not really German Shepherd breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Boston Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really American Foxhound 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.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

German Shepherd vs Boston Terrier vs American Foxhound 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 Boston Terrier and American Foxhound have?	6-10 puppies	3-5 puppies	5-7 puppies
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German Shepherd vs Boston Terrier vs American Foxhound Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1908 as a Herding breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1893 as a Non-Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1886 as a Hound 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.	Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Small Molossian type Dogs section.	Recognized by FCI in the Scent hounds and related breeds group, in the Scent hounds 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	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	No data available

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