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Name	German Shepherd	Doberman Pinscher	Giant Schnauzer Chin
Origins	Germany	Germany	Japan Germany
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Group	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Working Dogs	Designer Dogs
Popularity Rank	2	16	1440
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Common Names & Aliases Compare alternative names and nicknames used for German Shepherd, Doberman Pinscher, and Giant Schnauzer Chin breeds.	Alsatian wolf dog Berger Allemand Deutscher Schäferhund Schäferhund Alsatian	Doberman Dobermann Dobynm Dobie	No data available
Breed Classification How do breed classifications differ between German Shepherd, Doberman Pinscher, and Giant Schnauzer Chin? Compare their breeding categories.	Purebred	Purebred	Cross Breed

German Shepherd vs Doberman Pinscher vs Giant Schnauzer Chin Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Compare size differences between German Shepherd, Doberman Pinscher, and Giant Schnauzer Chin. Which breed is the largest?	Large	Medium	Small Medium
Weight Statistics How do weights compare between German Shepherd, Doberman Pinscher, and Giant Schnauzer Chin? Compare adult weight ranges.	Male: 66-88 pounds (30-40 kg), Female: 49-71 pounds (22-32 kg)	Male: 88-99 pounds (40-45 kg), Female: 71-77 pounds (32-35 kg)	10-60 pounds (5-27 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 77 pounds (35 kg), Female: 60 pounds (27 kg)	Male: 93.5 pounds (42.5 kg), Female: 74 pounds (33.5 kg)	35 pounds (16 kg)
Height Which is taller, German Shepherd or Doberman Pinscher or Giant Schnauzer Chin? German Shepherd vs Doberman Pinscher vs Giant Schnauzer Chin height comparison:	Male: 24-26 inches (60-65 cm), Female: 22-24 inches (55-60 cm)	Male: 26-28 inches (66-71cm), Female: 24-26 inches (61-66 cm)	10-18 inches (25-46 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 25 inches (62.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (57.5 cm)	Male: 27 inches (68.5 cm), Female: 25 inches (63.5 cm)	14 inches (35 cm)

German Shepherd vs Doberman Pinscher vs Giant Schnauzer Chin Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy costs for German Shepherd, Doberman Pinscher, and Giant Schnauzer Chin. Find price differences between these breeds.	$800-$2000	$800-$1000	$300-$500
Availability Which is easier to get, German Shepherd or Doberman Pinscher or Giant Schnauzer Chin?	Very frequent: The German Shepherd is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Doberman Pinscher is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Giant Schnauzer Chin is quite easy to get.

German Shepherd vs Doberman Pinscher vs Giant Schnauzer Chin Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Compare intelligence levels between German Shepherd, Doberman Pinscher, and Giant Schnauzer Chin. Which breed ranks highest?	Outstanding: German Shepherd is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Outstanding: Doberman Pinscher 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.
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Training Difficulty Compare training difficulty levels between German Shepherd, Doberman Pinscher, and Giant Schnauzer Chin. Which is easiest to train?	German Shepherd dogs are easy to train. See more.	Doberman Pinscher dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Giant Schnauzer Chin dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Rating Compare watchdog abilities of German Shepherd, Doberman Pinscher, and Giant Schnauzer Chin. Which breed is most alert?	German Shepherd dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Doberman Pinscher dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Giant Schnauzer Chin dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Compare territorial instincts between German Shepherd, Doberman Pinscher, and Giant Schnauzer Chin. Which breed is most protective?	German Shepherd dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Doberman Pinscher dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Giant Schnauzer Chin dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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German Shepherd vs Doberman Pinscher vs Giant Schnauzer Chin Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits How do personalities differ between German Shepherd, Doberman Pinscher, and Giant Schnauzer Chin? Compare temperaments.	Curious Alert Courageous Intelligent Confident Obedient Loyal Watchful	Energetic Alert Intelligent Obedient Loyal Fearless	Playful Loving Independent Alert Powerful Intelligent Dominant Loyal Kind 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. See more.	Sensitive: Doberman Pinscher dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	They are a little bit more 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 Doberman Pinscher vs Giant Schnauzer Chin?	High: German Shepherd dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Doberman Pinscher dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: Giant Schnauzer Chin dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
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Social Needs German Shepherd vs Doberman Pinscher vs Giant Schnauzer Chin social needs comparison:	German Shepherd dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Doberman Pinscher dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Giant Schnauzer Chin 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.	Doberman Pinscher dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Giant Schnauzer Chin dogs have average wanderlust potential. 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.	Their prey drive is low. See more.	Giant Schnauzer Chin 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 Doberman Pinscher vs Giant Schnauzer Chin Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Compare barking frequencies of German Shepherd, Doberman Pinscher, and Giant Schnauzer Chin. Which breed is most vocal?	Low to Average: The German Shepherd rarely barks. See more.	Low to Average: The Doberman Pinscher rarely barks. See more.	Low to Average: The Giant Schnauzer Chin rarely barks. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Playful Nature Compare playfulness levels between German Shepherd, Doberman Pinscher, and Giant Schnauzer Chin. Which breed is most playful?	Average: German Shepherds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: Doberman Pinschers, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Giant Schnauzer Chin is a playful breed. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Compare apartment suitability of German Shepherd, Doberman Pinscher, and Giant Schnauzer Chin. 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 Doberman Pinscher breed.	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 Giant Schnauzer Chin indoors.
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German Shepherd vs Doberman Pinscher vs Giant Schnauzer Chin Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Compare adaptability between German Shepherd, Doberman Pinscher, and Giant Schnauzer Chin. Which breed is most flexible?	German Shepherd dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Doberman Pinscher dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Giant Schnauzer Chin dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: German Shepherd or Doberman Pinscher or Giant Schnauzer Chin?	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.	Giant Schnauzer Chin 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 Doberman Pinscher vs Giant Schnauzer Chin Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

German Shepherd vs Doberman Pinscher vs Giant Schnauzer Chin Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Compare life expectancies of German Shepherd, Doberman Pinscher, and Giant Schnauzer Chin. Which breed lives longest?	9-13 years The average lifespan of German Shepherd: 11 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Doberman Pinscher: 11 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Giant Schnauzer Chin: 11 years
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Climate Tolerance Compare weather adaptability between German Shepherd, Doberman Pinscher, and Giant Schnauzer Chin. 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.	Prefers warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. 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, Doberman Pinscher, and Giant Schnauzer Chin. Which has fewer health issues?	German Shepherds are commonly healthy dogs.	Doberman Pinschers are commonly healthy dogs.	Giant Schnauzer Chins are commonly healthy dogs.
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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).	Rare The Doberman Pinscher should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Rare The Giant Schnauzer Chin should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: German Shepherd vs Doberman Pinscher vs Giant Schnauzer Chin? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? German Shepherd vs Doberman Pinscher vs Giant Schnauzer Chin 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 Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Wobbler's Syndrome Cardiomyopathy	Cataracts Heart Murmurs Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Cancer Hypothyroidism Eye Problems Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Epilepsy Heart Problems Entropion Elbow Dysplasia Heart Disease Retinal Dysplasia Glaucoma Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca

German Shepherd vs Doberman Pinscher vs Giant Schnauzer Chin Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Compare energy levels between German Shepherd, Doberman Pinscher, and Giant Schnauzer Chin. Which breed is most active?	German Shepherd dogs are high-energy dogs.	Doberman Pinscher dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Giant Schnauzer Chin dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need German Shepherd vs Doberman Pinscher vs Giant Schnauzer Chin exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: German Shepherd or Doberman Pinscher or Giant Schnauzer Chin? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	German Shepherd dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Doberman Pinscher dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Giant Schnauzer Chin dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: German Shepherd or Doberman Pinscher or Giant Schnauzer Chin?	German Shepherd dogs don't need too much sleep.	Doberman Pinscher dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	Giant Schnauzer Chin dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

German Shepherd vs Doberman Pinscher vs Giant Schnauzer Chin Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Compare weight gain tendencies between German Shepherd, Doberman Pinscher, and Giant Schnauzer Chin. Which is most prone to obesity?	Low to Average: The German Shepherd has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Doberman Pinscher has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Giant Schnauzer Chin has an average risk for obesity. See more.
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Food Consumption Compare food requirements between German Shepherd, Doberman Pinscher, and Giant Schnauzer Chin. Which needs most food?	3 to 4 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	5 to 6 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	2-3 cup a day high-quality dry food formulated for adult dogs and made with high-quality animal proteins, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot

German Shepherd vs Doberman Pinscher vs Giant Schnauzer Chin Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Compare hypoallergenic qualities of German Shepherd, Doberman Pinscher, and Giant Schnauzer Chin. Which is best for allergy sufferers?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
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Coat Colors Compare color variations between German Shepherd, Doberman Pinscher, and Giant Schnauzer Chin. What colors are available?	Black Tan Red Silver	Black Tan Red Blue White Brown	Black White Sable Pepper Salt Lemon
Grooming Requirements Compare grooming needs between German Shepherd, Doberman Pinscher, and Giant Schnauzer Chin. Which requires most maintenance?	Average: The German Shepherd requires average grooming effort. See more.	Easy to groom: The Doberman Pinscher doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Average: The Giant Schnauzer Chin requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Drooling Tendency Compare drooling tendencies between German Shepherd, Doberman Pinscher, and Giant Schnauzer Chin. Which drools least?	The German Shepherd is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Doberman Pinscher drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed. See more.	The Giant Schnauzer Chin is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Compare odor levels between German Shepherd, Doberman Pinscher, and Giant Schnauzer Chin. Which has least natural smell?	Medium ⏺ The German Shepherd has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Doberman Pinscher has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Giant Schnauzer Chin has a low chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics Compare coat types between German Shepherd, Doberman Pinscher, and Giant Schnauzer Chin. How do their fur characteristics differ?	Fuzzy	Fine	Wiry Feathered
Bathing Needs Compare bathing needs between German Shepherd, Doberman Pinscher, and Giant Schnauzer Chin. 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.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	8-12 weeks Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.
Shedding Level Who sheds more German Shepherd or Doberman Pinscher or Giant Schnauzer Chin? German Shepherd or Doberman Pinscher or {name3 shedding:	German Shepherd dogs are heavy shedders. See more.	Doberman Pinscher dogs shed moderately. See more.	Giant Schnauzer Chin dogs are low shedders. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most

German Shepherd vs Doberman Pinscher vs Giant Schnauzer Chin Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Compare child-friendliness between German Shepherd, Doberman Pinscher, and Giant Schnauzer Chin. Which is best with kids?	German Shepherd dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Doberman Pinscher dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.	Giant Schnauzer Chin 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.	Doberman Pinscher dogs are generally with other pets.	Giant Schnauzer Chin dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly German Shepherd or Doberman Pinscher or Giant Schnauzer Chin? Which dog is more friendly?	German Shepherd dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Doberman Pinscher dogs are not stranger friendly dogs.	Giant Schnauzer Chin dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
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 Doberman Pinscher or Giant Schnauzer Chin?	German Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Doberman Pinscher dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Giant Schnauzer Chin dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly German Shepherd or Doberman Pinscher or Giant Schnauzer Chin?	German Shepherd dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Doberman Pinscher dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Giant Schnauzer Chin 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 Doberman Pinscher vs Giant Schnauzer Chin?	Yes German Shepherd dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Doberman Pinscher dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Giant Schnauzer Chin 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 Doberman Pinscher is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Giant Schnauzer Chin 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.	Doberman Pinschers are commonly okay with elderly people.	Giant Schnauzer Chins are not the best breed for elderly people.

German Shepherd vs Doberman Pinscher vs Giant Schnauzer Chin As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Compare service dog potential between German Shepherd, Doberman Pinscher, and Giant Schnauzer Chin. 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, Doberman Pinscher, and Giant Schnauzer Chin. Which excels in therapy work?	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.
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Scent Detection Ability Compare detection capabilities between German Shepherd, Doberman Pinscher, and Giant Schnauzer Chin. 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, Doberman Pinscher, and Giant Schnauzer Chin. 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, Doberman Pinscher, and Giant Schnauzer Chin. Which is best suited for water work?	Not really German Shepherd breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Doberman Pinscher breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Giant Schnauzer Chin breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Compare cart pulling abilities between German Shepherd, Doberman Pinscher, and Giant Schnauzer Chin. 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, Doberman Pinscher, and Giant Schnauzer Chin. Which has most military use?	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 Doberman Pinscher vs Giant Schnauzer Chin Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare typical litter sizes of German Shepherd, Doberman Pinscher, and Giant Schnauzer Chin. Which has most puppies?	6-10 puppies	6-10 puppies	5-8 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare gestation periods of German Shepherd, Doberman Pinscher, and Giant Schnauzer Chin. 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, Doberman Pinscher, and Giant Schnauzer Chin. 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 Doberman Pinscher vs Giant Schnauzer Chin Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC groups for German Shepherd, Doberman Pinscher, and Giant Schnauzer Chin. How are they classified?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1908 as a Herding breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1908 as a Working breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Classification Compare FCI groups for German Shepherd, Doberman Pinscher, and Giant Schnauzer Chin. 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 Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Pinscher and Schnauzer type section.	Not recognized by FCI.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare breed recognition status of German Shepherd, Doberman Pinscher, and Giant Schnauzer Chin. 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 New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club Canadian Canine Registry	No data available

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