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Name	German Shepherd	Cavalier King Charles Spaniel	Shih Tzu
Origins	Germany	England	China
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Group	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Companion Dogs	Companion Dogs
Popularity Rank	2	19	20
Reviews	21	7	19
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Common Names & Aliases Compare alternative names and nicknames used for German Shepherd, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, and Shih Tzu breeds.	Alsatian wolf dog Berger Allemand Deutscher Schäferhund Schäferhund Alsatian	Cavalier Cavie Cav	Chrysanthemum Dog Chinese Lion Dog
Breed Classification How do breed classifications differ between German Shepherd, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, and Shih Tzu? Compare their breeding categories.	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

German Shepherd vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Shih Tzu Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Compare size differences between German Shepherd, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, and Shih Tzu. Which breed is the largest?	Large	Small	Small
Weight Statistics How do weights compare between German Shepherd, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, and Shih Tzu? Compare adult weight ranges.	Male: 66-88 pounds (30-40 kg), Female: 49-71 pounds (22-32 kg)	10-18 pounds (5-8 kg)	9–16 pounds (4-7 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 77 pounds (35 kg), Female: 60 pounds (27 kg)	14 pounds (6.5 kg)	9–16 pounds (5.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, German Shepherd or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Shih Tzu? German Shepherd vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Shih Tzu height comparison:	Male: 24-26 inches (60-65 cm), Female: 22-24 inches (55-60 cm)	12-13 inches (30-33 cm)	8-11 inches (20-28 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 25 inches (62.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (57.5 cm)	12.5 inches (31.5 cm)	9.5 inches (24 cm)

German Shepherd vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Shih Tzu Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy costs for German Shepherd, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, and Shih Tzu. Find price differences between these breeds.	$800-$2000	$1200-$1500	$800-$1200
Availability Which is easier to get, German Shepherd or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Shih Tzu?	Very frequent: The German Shepherd is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Shih Tzu is quite easy to get.

German Shepherd vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Shih Tzu Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Compare intelligence levels between German Shepherd, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, and Shih Tzu. Which breed ranks highest?	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.	Low: The Shih Tzu is one of the dog breeds that have the lowest degree of obedience intelligence. See more.
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Training Difficulty Compare training difficulty levels between German Shepherd, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, and Shih Tzu. Which is easiest to train?	German Shepherd dogs are easy to train. See more.	Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Shih Tzu dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Rating Compare watchdog abilities of German Shepherd, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, and Shih Tzu. Which breed is most alert?	German Shepherd dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are not the best watchdogs. See more.	Shih Tzu dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Compare territorial instincts between German Shepherd, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, and Shih Tzu. Which breed is most protective?	German Shepherd dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are not the best to protect their territory. See more.	Shih Tzu dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
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German Shepherd vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Shih Tzu Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits How do personalities differ between German Shepherd, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, and Shih Tzu? Compare temperaments.	Curious Alert Courageous Intelligent Confident Obedient Loyal Watchful	Active Courageous Intelligent Friendly Affectionate Gentle Social Fearless Cheerful Quiet Nonaggressive Polite Graceful Sporty No tendency towards nervousness	Active Playful Happy Courageous Intelligent Friendly Outgoing Lively Gentle
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: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	Shih Tzu dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: German Shepherd vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Shih Tzu?	High: German Shepherd dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Shih Tzu dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs German Shepherd vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Shih Tzu social needs comparison:	German Shepherd dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Shih Tzu 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.	Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Shih Tzu dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. 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.	Cavalier King Charles Spaniel 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.	Shih Tzu 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 Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Shih Tzu Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Compare barking frequencies of German Shepherd, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, and Shih Tzu. Which breed is most vocal?	Low to Average: The German Shepherd rarely barks. See more.	Average: The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel barks occasionally. See more.	A lot: Shih Tzu is a particularly loud breed. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Playful Nature Compare playfulness levels between German Shepherd, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, and Shih Tzu. Which breed is most playful?	Average: German Shepherds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: Cavalier King Charles Spaniels, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Shih Tzus are not the most playful dog breed. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Compare apartment suitability of German Shepherd, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, and Shih Tzu. Which adapts best to small spaces?	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 Cavalier King Charles Spaniel breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Shih Tzu breed.
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German Shepherd vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Shih Tzu Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Compare adaptability between German Shepherd, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, and Shih Tzu. Which breed is most flexible?	German Shepherd dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Shih Tzu dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: German Shepherd or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Shih Tzu?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Shih Tzu dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

German Shepherd vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Shih Tzu Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Compare biting potential between German Shepherd, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, and Shih Tzu. Which has lowest bite risk?	High 🔼 The German Shepherd has a high chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Shih Tzu has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Compare mouthing tendencies between German Shepherd, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, and Shih Tzu. Which uses mouth most during play?	German Shepherd dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Shih Tzu dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.
Bite Strength Rating Compare bite forces between German Shepherd, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, and Shih Tzu. Which has the strongest bite?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ German Shepherd bite force: Ordinary.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Cavalier King Charles Spaniel bite force: Weak.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Shih Tzu bite force: Weak.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force

German Shepherd vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Shih Tzu Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Compare life expectancies of German Shepherd, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, and Shih Tzu. Which breed lives longest?	9-13 years The average lifespan of German Shepherd: 11 years	10-14 years The average lifespan of Cavalier King Charles Spaniel: 12 years	10-16 years The average lifespan of Shih Tzu: 13 years
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Climate Tolerance Compare weather adaptability between German Shepherd, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, and Shih Tzu. Which handles climate changes best?	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.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.
Health Concerns Compare health problems common in German Shepherd, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, and Shih Tzu. Which has fewer health issues?	German Shepherds are commonly healthy dogs.	Cavalier King Charles Spaniels tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	The Shih Tzu is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
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Vet Care Frequency 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 Cavalier King Charles Spaniel should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Average The Shih Tzu should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: German Shepherd vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Shih Tzu? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? German Shepherd vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Shih Tzu 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	Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Mitral Valve Disease Dry Eye Episodic Falling Syndrome Syringomyelia	Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Allergies Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Umbilical Hernias Ear Infections Distichiasis Portosystemic Liver Shunt Bladder Stones Ectopic Cilia Reverse Sneezing Dry Eye Proptosis Juvenile Renal Dysplasia Keratitis Retained Baby Teeth Snuffles

German Shepherd vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Shih Tzu Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Compare energy levels between German Shepherd, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, and Shih Tzu. Which breed is most active?	German Shepherd dogs are high-energy dogs.	Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.	Shih Tzu dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need German Shepherd vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Shih Tzu exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: German Shepherd or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Shih Tzu? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	German Shepherd dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs have an average exercise need.	Shih Tzu dogs exercise need is minimal.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: German Shepherd or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Shih Tzu?	German Shepherd dogs don't need too much sleep.	Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	Shih Tzu dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.
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German Shepherd vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Shih Tzu Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Compare weight gain tendencies between German Shepherd, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, and Shih Tzu. Which is most prone to obesity?	Low to Average: The German Shepherd has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Shih Tzu's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
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Food Consumption Compare food requirements between German Shepherd, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, and Shih Tzu. Which needs most food?	3 to 4 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	Recommended daily amount: 1/2 to 1 cup of high-quality dry food a day.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot

German Shepherd vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Shih Tzu Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Compare hypoallergenic qualities of German Shepherd, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, and Shih Tzu. Which is best for allergy sufferers?	No See more.	No See more.	Yes See more.
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Coat Colors Compare color variations between German Shepherd, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, and Shih Tzu. What colors are available?	Black Tan Red Silver	Tan Tricolor Blenheim Ruby	Black Red Blue Silver Brindle Liver Gold
Grooming Requirements Compare grooming needs between German Shepherd, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, and Shih Tzu. Which requires most maintenance?	Average: The German Shepherd requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel requires average grooming effort. See more.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Drooling Tendency Compare drooling tendencies between German Shepherd, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, and Shih Tzu. Which drools least?	The German Shepherd is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Shih Tzu is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Compare odor levels between German Shepherd, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, and Shih Tzu. Which has least natural smell?	Medium ⏺ The German Shepherd has an average chance of bad smell.	High 🔼 The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel has a high chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Shih Tzu has a low chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics Compare coat types between German Shepherd, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, and Shih Tzu. How do their fur characteristics differ?	Fuzzy	Feathered	Dense
Bathing Needs Compare bathing needs between German Shepherd, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, and Shih Tzu. Which requires most frequent baths?	8-12 weeks Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	6-8 weeks 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.
Shedding Level Who sheds more German Shepherd or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Shih Tzu? German Shepherd or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or {name3 shedding:	German Shepherd dogs are heavy shedders. See more.	Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs shed above average. See more.	Shih Tzu dogs shed none to minimal. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most

German Shepherd vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Shih Tzu Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Compare child-friendliness between German Shepherd, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, and Shih Tzu. Which is best with kids?	German Shepherd dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Shih Tzu dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.
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Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	German Shepherd dogs are generally with other pets.	Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are generally with other pets.	Shih Tzu dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly German Shepherd or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Shih Tzu? Which dog is more friendly?	German Shepherd dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	Shih Tzu dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly German Shepherd or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Shih Tzu?	German Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Shih Tzu dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly German Shepherd or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Shih Tzu?	German Shepherd dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Shih Tzu dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: German Shepherd vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Shih Tzu?	Yes German Shepherd dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Shih Tzu 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 Cavalier King Charles Spaniel is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Shih Tzu 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.	Cavalier King Charles Spaniels are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Shih Tzus are not the best breed for elderly people.

German Shepherd vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Shih Tzu As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Compare service dog potential between German Shepherd, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, and Shih Tzu. Which is best suited for service work?	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 Work Suitability Compare therapy dog potential between German Shepherd, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, and Shih Tzu. Which excels in therapy work?	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
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Scent Detection Ability Compare detection capabilities between German Shepherd, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, and Shih Tzu. Which has best nose work ability?	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 & Rescue Potential Compare search and rescue potential between German Shepherd, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, and Shih Tzu. Which is best for SAR work?	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.
Maritime Work Ability Compare boating aptitude between German Shepherd, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, and Shih Tzu. Which is best suited for water work?	Not really German Shepherd breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Cavalier King Charles Spaniel breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Shih Tzu breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Compare cart pulling abilities between German Shepherd, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, and Shih Tzu. Which is best for draft work?	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.
Military Service Background Compare military service history of German Shepherd, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, and Shih Tzu. Which has most military use?	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 Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Shih Tzu Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare typical litter sizes of German Shepherd, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, and Shih Tzu. Which has most puppies?	6-10 puppies	3-5 puppies	2-5 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare gestation periods of German Shepherd, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, and Shih Tzu. Any breeding differences?	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding intervals between German Shepherd, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, and Shih Tzu. What's recommended?	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.

German Shepherd vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Shih Tzu Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC groups for German Shepherd, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, and Shih Tzu. How are they classified?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1908 as a Herding breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1995 as a Toy breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1969 as a Toy breed.
FCI Classification Compare FCI groups for German Shepherd, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, and Shih Tzu. How are they classified internationally?	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 English Toy Spaniels section.	Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Tibetan breeds section.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare breed recognition status of German Shepherd, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, and Shih Tzu. Which has most recognition?	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	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 Canadian Canine Registry

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