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German Shepherd vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Mastiff Comparison - Dog breed selector: Alsatian wolf dog or Merry Cocker Woker or Old English Mastiff? Find the right dog for you

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Name German Shepherd English Cocker Spaniel Mastiff
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Group Pastoral / Herding Dogs Gun Dog Working Dogs
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Alsatian wolf dog
Berger Allemand
Deutscher Schäferhund
Schäferhund
Alsatian
Merry Cocker Woker
Cocker
Old English Mastiff
English Mastiff
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? German Shepherd vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Mastiff breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

German Shepherd vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Mastiff Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, German Shepherd or English Cocker Spaniel or Mastiff? Which is the smallest dog, German Shepherd or English Cocker Spaniel or Mastiff?
Large Medium Giant
Weight
Which is heavier, German Shepherd or English Cocker Spaniel or English Cocker Spaniel? German Shepherd vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Mastiff weight comparison:
Male: 66-88 pounds (30-40 kg), Female: 49-71 pounds (22-32 kg) Male: 28-34 pounds (13-16 kg), Female: 26-32 pounds (12-15 kg) Male: 150-250 pounds (68-113 kg), Female: 120-180 pounds (54-82 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 77 pounds (35 kg), Female: 60 pounds (27 kg) Male: 31 pounds (14.5 kg), Female: 29 pounds (13.5 kg) Male: 200 pounds (90.5 kg), Female: 150 pounds (68 kg)
Height
Which is taller, German Shepherd or English Cocker Spaniel or Mastiff? German Shepherd vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Mastiff height comparison:
Male: 24-26 inches (60-65 cm), Female: 22-24 inches (55-60 cm) Male: 15-17 inches (38-43 cm), Female: 14-16 inches (36-41 cm) Male: 30 inches (76 cm), Female: 27.5 inches (70 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 25 inches (62.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (57.5 cm) Male: 16 inches (40.5 cm), Female: 15 inches (38.5 cm) Male: 30 inches (76 cm), Female: 27.5 inches (70 cm)

German Shepherd vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Mastiff Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, German Shepherd or English Cocker Spaniel or Mastiff? Which is more expensive?
$800-$2000 $900-$1200 $1200-$1500
Availability
Which is easier to get, German Shepherd or English Cocker Spaniel or Mastiff?
Very frequent: The German Shepherd is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The English Cocker Spaniel is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Mastiff is quite easy to get.

German Shepherd vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Mastiff Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? German Shepherd vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Mastiff intelligence:
Outstanding: German Shepherd is one of the brightest dog breeds.
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Very smart: English Cocker Spaniel is an excellent dog breed.
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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 English Cocker Spaniel vs Mastiff trainability comparison.
German Shepherd dogs are easy to train.
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English Cocker Spaniel dogs are easy to train.
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Mastiff dogs are quite easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: German Shepherd or English Cocker Spaniel or Mastiff?
German Shepherd dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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English Cocker Spaniel dogs are good watchdogs.
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Mastiff dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog German Shepherd or English Cocker Spaniel or 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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English Cocker Spaniel dogs are not the best to protect their territory.
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Mastiff dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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German Shepherd vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Mastiff Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, German Shepherd or English Cocker Spaniel or Mastiff? German Shepherd vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Mastiff behavior/temperament comparison:
Curious
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Confident
Obedient
Loyal
Watchful
Playful
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Trainable
Quiet
Faithful
Protective
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Affectionate
Loyal
Cheerful
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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Sensitive: English Cocker Spaniel dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Mastiff dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: German Shepherd vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Mastiff?
High: German Shepherd dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: English Cocker Spaniel dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Mastiff dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
German Shepherd vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Mastiff social needs comparison:
German Shepherd dogs need for social interaction is average.
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English Cocker Spaniel dogs are a social breed.
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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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The wanderlust potential of the English Cocker Spaniel is strong enough to escape from home.
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Mastiff dogs are not the biggest explorers.
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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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English Cocker Spaniel dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Their prey drive is low.
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German Shepherd vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Mastiff Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
German Shepherd vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Mastiff playfulness comparison:
Average: German Shepherds, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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The English Cocker Spaniel is a playful breed.
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Mastiffs are not the most playful dog breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: German Shepherd vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Mastiff?
Low to Average: The German Shepherd rarely barks.
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Average: The English Cocker Spaniel barks occasionally.
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Low: The Mastiff barks none to minimal.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly German Shepherd or English Cocker Spaniel or 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.
Very house-friendly dog the English Cocker Spaniel 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 Mastiff indoors.

German Shepherd vs English Cocker Spaniel vs 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.
English Cocker Spaniel dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Mastiff 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 English Cocker Spaniel or Mastiff?
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.
English Cocker Spaniel 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.
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

German Shepherd vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Mastiff Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: German Shepherd or English Cocker Spaniel or Mastiff?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

German Shepherd bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

English Cocker Spaniel bite force: Ordinary.

Above 400 PSI 🔼

Mastiff bite force: The Strongest.
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 English Cocker Spaniel has a low chance of biting somebody.

Moderate

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

Health Issues
German Shepherd vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Mastiff health comparison. Which is the healthier: German Shepherd vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Mastiff?
German Shepherds are commonly healthy dogs.
The English Cocker Spaniel is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Mastiffs are commonly healthy dogs.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: German Shepherd vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Mastiff? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? German Shepherd vs English Cocker Spaniel vs 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
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Ear Infections
Elbow Dysplasia
Renal Failure
Hip Dysplasia
Cancer
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Bloat
Seizures
Cystinuria
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 English Cocker Spaniel should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Rare
The Mastiff should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Life Expectancy
German Shepherd vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Mastiff lifespan comparison. How long do German Shepherd, English Cocker Spaniel and Mastiff breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
9-13 years
The average lifespan of German Shepherd: 11 years
12-14 years
The average lifespan of English Cocker Spaniel: 13 years
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Mastiff: 11 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: German Shepherd vs English Cocker Spaniel vs 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 English Cocker Spaniel can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Mastiff can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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German Shepherd vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Mastiff Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a German Shepherd or English Cocker Spaniel or Mastiff? German Shepherd vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Mastiff energy level comparison:
German Shepherd dogs are high-energy dogs.
English Cocker Spaniel dogs are high-energy dogs.
Mastiff dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
German Shepherd vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Mastiff exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: German Shepherd or English Cocker Spaniel or Mastiff? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
German Shepherd dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
English Cocker Spaniel dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Mastiff dogs exercise need is minimal.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: German Shepherd or English Cocker Spaniel or Mastiff?
German Shepherd dogs don't need too much sleep.
English Cocker Spaniel dogs don't need too much sleep.
Mastiff dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.

German Shepherd vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Mastiff Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: German Shepherd or English Cocker Spaniel or Mastiff?
3 to 4 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 1 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 8 to 10 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 English Cocker Spaniel vs Mastiff weight gain potential comparison:
Low to Average: The German Shepherd has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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High: The English Cocker Spaniel breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Mastiff's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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German Shepherd vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Mastiff Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? German Shepherd vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Mastiff coat comparison:
Fuzzy Feathered Dense
Colors
What are the original German Shepherd, English Cocker Spaniel and Mastiff color?
Black
Tan
Red
Silver
Black
Tan
Blue
Golden
Liver
Roan
Fawn
Brindle
Apricot
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, German Shepherd or English Cocker Spaniel or Mastiff? German Shepherd vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Mastiff grooming comparison:
Average: The German Shepherd requires average grooming effort.
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Average: The English Cocker Spaniel requires average grooming effort.
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Easy to groom: The Mastiff doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more German Shepherd or English Cocker Spaniel or Mastiff? German Shepherd or English Cocker Spaniel or {name3 shedding:
German Shepherd dogs are heavy shedders.
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English Cocker Spaniel dogs shed moderately.
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Mastiff dogs shed moderately.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: German Shepherd or English Cocker Spaniel or Mastiff?
8-12 weeks
Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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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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4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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Hypoallergenic
German Shepherd vs English Cocker Spaniel vs 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 English Cocker Spaniel vs Mastiff?

Medium

The German Shepherd has an average chance of bad smell.

High 🔼

The English Cocker Spaniel has a high chance of bad smell.

High 🔼

The 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 English Cocker Spaniel is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The 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 English Cocker Spaniel vs Mastiff Good With Comparison

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

German Shepherd vs English Cocker Spaniel vs 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 English Cocker Spaniel or 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 English Cocker Spaniel vs Mastiff?

Not really

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

English Cocker Spaniel breed usually likes being on a boat.
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Not really

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 English Cocker Spaniel vs Mastiff Reproducibility Comparison

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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 English Cocker Spaniel and Mastiff have?
6-10 puppies 6-8 puppies 3-5 puppies

German Shepherd vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Mastiff 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 1946 as a Sporting breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 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. Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Flushing Dogs section. Not recognized by FCI.
Breed Recognition
What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?
American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
German Shepherd Dog Club Of America
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
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

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