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Name	German Shepherd	Indian Spitz (Smaller)	Cardigan Welsh Corgi
Origins	Germany	India	Wales
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Group	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Companion Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Alsatian wolf dog Berger Allemand Deutscher Schäferhund Schäferhund Alsatian	Lesser Indian Spitz Smaller Indian Spitz	Cardi Cardigan
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? German Shepherd vs Indian Spitz (Smaller) vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

German Shepherd vs Indian Spitz (Smaller) vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, German Shepherd or Indian Spitz (Smaller) or Cardigan Welsh Corgi? Which is the smallest dog, German Shepherd or Indian Spitz (Smaller) or Cardigan Welsh Corgi?	Large	Small	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, German Shepherd or Indian Spitz (Smaller) or Indian Spitz (Smaller)? German Shepherd vs Indian Spitz (Smaller) vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi weight comparison:	Male: 66-88 pounds (30-40 kg), Female: 49-71 pounds (22-32 kg)	11-15 pounds (5-7 kg)	Male: 25-30 pounds (11-14 kg), Female: 25-30 pounds (11-14 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 77 pounds (35 kg), Female: 60 pounds (27 kg)	13 pounds (6 kg)	Male: 27.5 pounds (12.5 kg), Female: 27.5 pounds (12.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, German Shepherd or Indian Spitz (Smaller) or Cardigan Welsh Corgi? German Shepherd vs Indian Spitz (Smaller) vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi height comparison:	Male: 24-26 inches (60-65 cm), Female: 22-24 inches (55-60 cm)	8-10 inches (20-25 cm)	Male: 10-13 inches (25-33 cm), Female: 10-13 inches (25-33 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 25 inches (62.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (57.5 cm)	9 inches (22.5 cm)	Male: 11.5 inches (29 cm), Female: 11.5 inches (29 cm)

German Shepherd vs Indian Spitz (Smaller) vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, German Shepherd or Indian Spitz (Smaller) or Cardigan Welsh Corgi? Which is more expensive?	$800-$2000	Unknown	$1000-$1300
Availability Which is easier to get, German Shepherd or Indian Spitz (Smaller) or Cardigan Welsh Corgi?	Very frequent: The German Shepherd is quite easy to get.	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.	Very frequent: The Cardigan Welsh Corgi is quite easy to get.

German Shepherd vs Indian Spitz (Smaller) vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? German Shepherd vs Indian Spitz (Smaller) vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi intelligence:	Outstanding: German Shepherd is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Very smart: Indian Spitz (Smaller) is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Very smart: Cardigan Welsh Corgi is an excellent dog breed. See more.
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Trainability German Shepherd vs Indian Spitz (Smaller) vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi trainability comparison.	German Shepherd dogs are easy to train. See more.	Indian Spitz (Smaller) dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Cardigan Welsh Corgi dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: German Shepherd or Indian Spitz (Smaller) or Cardigan Welsh Corgi?	German Shepherd dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Indian Spitz (Smaller) dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Cardigan Welsh Corgi dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog German Shepherd or Indian Spitz (Smaller) or Cardigan Welsh Corgi? 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.	Indian Spitz (Smaller) dogs are average defenders. See more.	Cardigan Welsh Corgi dogs are average defenders. See more.
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German Shepherd vs Indian Spitz (Smaller) vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, German Shepherd or Indian Spitz (Smaller) or Cardigan Welsh Corgi? German Shepherd vs Indian Spitz (Smaller) vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi behavior/temperament comparison:	Curious Alert Courageous Intelligent Confident Obedient Loyal Watchful	Active Playful Intelligent Loyal Kind Athletic Communicative	Active Alert Intelligent Affectionate Devoted Gentle Companionable
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.	Indian Spitz (Smaller) dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. 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 Indian Spitz (Smaller) vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi?	High: German Shepherd dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average: Indian Spitz (Smaller) dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	High: Cardigan Welsh Corgi 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 Indian Spitz (Smaller) vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi social needs comparison:	German Shepherd dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Indian Spitz (Smaller) dogs are a social breed. See more.	Cardigan Welsh Corgi dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	German Shepherd dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.	Indian Spitz (Smaller) dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Cardigan Welsh Corgi 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.	Indian Spitz (Smaller) dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Cardigan Welsh Corgi 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 Indian Spitz (Smaller) vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness German Shepherd vs Indian Spitz (Smaller) vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi playfulness comparison:	Average: German Shepherds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Indian Spitz (Smaller) is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Cardigan Welsh Corgi is a playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: German Shepherd vs Indian Spitz (Smaller) vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi?	Low to Average: The German Shepherd rarely barks. See more.	A lot: Indian Spitz (Smaller) is a particularly loud breed. See more.	Average: The Cardigan Welsh Corgi barks occasionally. 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 Indian Spitz (Smaller) or Cardigan Welsh Corgi?	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 Indian Spitz (Smaller) breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Cardigan Welsh Corgi breed.
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German Shepherd vs Indian Spitz (Smaller) vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi 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.	Indian Spitz (Smaller) dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Cardigan Welsh Corgi 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 Indian Spitz (Smaller) or Cardigan Welsh Corgi?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Indian Spitz (Smaller) 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 Indian Spitz (Smaller) vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

German Shepherd vs Indian Spitz (Smaller) vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues German Shepherd vs Indian Spitz (Smaller) vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi health comparison. Which is the healthier: German Shepherd vs Indian Spitz (Smaller) vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi?	German Shepherds are commonly healthy dogs.	Indian Spitz (Smaller)s are commonly healthy dogs.	Cardigan Welsh Corgis tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: German Shepherd vs Indian Spitz (Smaller) vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? German Shepherd vs Indian Spitz (Smaller) vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi health problems comparison:	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Allergies Cancer Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Bloat Epilepsy Blindness Cherry Eye Elbow Dysplasia Diabetes Heart Disease Retinal Dysplasia Demodectic Mange Degenerative Myelopathy Wobbler's Syndrome Panosteitis Hemophilia B Megaesophagus Cushing's Syndrome Lens Luxation Exocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency Chronic Diarrhea Cruciate Ligament Rupture Digestive Problems Hemophilia A Hypertrophic Osteodystrophy Lupus Myasthenia Gravis Nail Bed Disease Osteochondrosis Pannus Paralysis Perianal Fistula Seborrhea Vitiligo	No data available	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Patent Ductus Arteriosis Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Epilepsy Intervertebral Disk Disease Retinal Dysplasia Degenerative Myelopathy 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).	Rare The Indian Spitz (Smaller) should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Frequent The Cardigan Welsh Corgi should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
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Life Expectancy German Shepherd vs Indian Spitz (Smaller) vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi lifespan comparison. How long do German Shepherd, Indian Spitz (Smaller) and Cardigan Welsh Corgi breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	9-13 years The average lifespan of German Shepherd: 11 years	12-16 years The average lifespan of Indian Spitz (Smaller): 14 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Cardigan Welsh Corgi: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: German Shepherd vs Indian Spitz (Smaller) vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi?	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 Cardigan Welsh Corgi can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.

German Shepherd vs Indian Spitz (Smaller) vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: German Shepherd or Indian Spitz (Smaller) or Cardigan Welsh Corgi?	3 to 4 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1/4 to 1/2 cup 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.
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Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? German Shepherd vs Indian Spitz (Smaller) vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi weight gain potential comparison:	Low to Average: The German Shepherd has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Low: The Indian Spitz (Smaller) has good luck with genetics. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Cardigan Welsh Corgi's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
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German Shepherd vs Indian Spitz (Smaller) vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? German Shepherd vs Indian Spitz (Smaller) vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi coat comparison:	Fuzzy	Thick	Fine
Colors What are the original German Shepherd, Indian Spitz (Smaller) and Cardigan Welsh Corgi color?	Black Tan Red Silver	White Brown Black & White	Blue & Merle & White Sable & White Red & White Black & White Brindle & White
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, German Shepherd or Indian Spitz (Smaller) or Cardigan Welsh Corgi? German Shepherd vs Indian Spitz (Smaller) vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi grooming comparison:	Average: The German Shepherd requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The Indian Spitz (Smaller) requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The Cardigan Welsh Corgi requires average grooming effort. See more.
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Shedding Level Who sheds more German Shepherd or Indian Spitz (Smaller) or Cardigan Welsh Corgi? German Shepherd or Indian Spitz (Smaller) or {name3 shedding:	German Shepherd dogs are heavy shedders. See more.	Indian Spitz (Smaller) dogs shed moderately. See more.	Cardigan Welsh Corgi dogs shed above average. 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 Indian Spitz (Smaller) or Cardigan Welsh Corgi?	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.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Hypoallergenic German Shepherd vs Indian Spitz (Smaller) vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
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Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, German Shepherd vs Indian Spitz (Smaller) vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi?	Medium ⏺ The German Shepherd has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Indian Spitz (Smaller) has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Cardigan Welsh Corgi has a low 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 Indian Spitz (Smaller) is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Cardigan Welsh Corgi is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

German Shepherd vs Indian Spitz (Smaller) vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi Good With Comparison

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

German Shepherd vs Indian Spitz (Smaller) vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi 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 Indian Spitz (Smaller) or Cardigan Welsh Corgi? 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.
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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 Indian Spitz (Smaller) vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi?	Not really German Shepherd breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Indian Spitz (Smaller) breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Cardigan Welsh Corgi 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.	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 Indian Spitz (Smaller) vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi 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 Indian Spitz (Smaller) and Cardigan Welsh Corgi have?	6-10 puppies	1-3 puppies	4-7 puppies
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German Shepherd vs Indian Spitz (Smaller) vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1908 as a Herding breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1935 as a Herding breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section.	Not recognized by FCI.	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	No data available	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 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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