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Name	German Shepherd	Lapponian Herder	Alaskan Pit Bull
Origins	Germany	Finland	United States
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Group	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Working Dogs	Designer Dogs
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Common Names & Aliases Compare alternative names and nicknames used for German Shepherd, Lapponian Herder, and Alaskan Pit Bull breeds.	Alsatian wolf dog Berger Allemand Deutscher Schäferhund Schäferhund Alsatian	Lapinporokoira Reindeer Herder Lapland Reindeer Dog	No data available
Breed Classification How do breed classifications differ between German Shepherd, Lapponian Herder, and Alaskan Pit Bull? Compare their breeding categories.	Purebred	Purebred	Cross Breed

German Shepherd vs Lapponian Herder vs Alaskan Pit Bull Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Compare size differences between German Shepherd, Lapponian Herder, and Alaskan Pit Bull. Which breed is the largest?	Large	Medium	Large Medium
Weight Statistics How do weights compare between German Shepherd, Lapponian Herder, and Alaskan Pit Bull? Compare adult weight ranges.	Male: 66-88 pounds (30-40 kg), Female: 49-71 pounds (22-32 kg)	Male: 60-70 pounds (27-32 kg), Female: 53-65 pounds (24-29 kg)	Male: 80 - 95 pounds (36 - 43 kg), Female: 70 - 85 pounds (32 - 38 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 77 pounds (35 kg), Female: 60 pounds (27 kg)	Male: 65 pounds (29.5 kg), Female: 59 pounds (26.5 kg)	Male: 80 - 95 pounds (36 - 43 kg), Female: 70 - 85 pounds (32 - 38 kg)
Height Which is taller, German Shepherd or Lapponian Herder or Alaskan Pit Bull? German Shepherd vs Lapponian Herder vs Alaskan Pit Bull height comparison:	Male: 24-26 inches (60-65 cm), Female: 22-24 inches (55-60 cm)	Male: 19–21 inches (48–54 cm), Female: 17–19 inches (43–49 cm)	Male: 24 - 26 inches (61 - 66 cm), Female: 22 - 24 inches (56 - 61 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 25 inches (62.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (57.5 cm)	Male: 20 inch (51 cm), Female: 19 inch (48.5 cm)	Male: 24 - 26 inches (61 - 66 cm), Female: 22 - 24 inches (56 - 61 cm)

German Shepherd vs Lapponian Herder vs Alaskan Pit Bull Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy costs for German Shepherd, Lapponian Herder, and Alaskan Pit Bull. Find price differences between these breeds.	$800-$2000	$600-$800	$500-$700
Availability Which is easier to get, German Shepherd or Lapponian Herder or Alaskan Pit Bull?	Very frequent: The German Shepherd is quite easy to get.	Average: The Lapponian Herder is a commonly available dog breed.	Average: The Alaskan Pit Bull is a commonly available dog breed.

German Shepherd vs Lapponian Herder vs Alaskan Pit Bull Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Compare intelligence levels between German Shepherd, Lapponian Herder, and Alaskan Pit Bull. Which breed ranks highest?	Outstanding: German Shepherd is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Very smart: Lapponian Herder is an excellent dog breed. 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, Lapponian Herder, and Alaskan Pit Bull. Which is easiest to train?	German Shepherd dogs are easy to train. See more.	Lapponian Herder dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Alaskan Pit Bull dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Rating Compare watchdog abilities of German Shepherd, Lapponian Herder, and Alaskan Pit Bull. Which breed is most alert?	German Shepherd dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Lapponian Herder dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Alaskan Pit Bull dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Compare territorial instincts between German Shepherd, Lapponian Herder, and Alaskan Pit Bull. Which breed is most protective?	German Shepherd dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Lapponian Herder dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Alaskan Pit Bull dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
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German Shepherd vs Lapponian Herder vs Alaskan Pit Bull Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits How do personalities differ between German Shepherd, Lapponian Herder, and Alaskan Pit Bull? Compare temperaments.	Curious Alert Courageous Intelligent Confident Obedient Loyal Watchful	Energetic Friendly Docile Calm Vocal	Playful Stubborn Dignified Clownish Courageous Intelligent Friendly Affectionate Obedient Loyal Devoted Strong Willed Aggressive
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.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. 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 Lapponian Herder vs Alaskan Pit Bull?	High: German Shepherd dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: Lapponian Herder dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	Average to High: Alaskan Pit Bull dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
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Social Needs German Shepherd vs Lapponian Herder vs Alaskan Pit Bull social needs comparison:	German Shepherd dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Lapponian Herder dogs are a social breed. See more.	Alaskan Pit Bull 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.	The wanderlust potential of the Lapponian Herder is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Alaskan Pit Bull dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	German Shepherd dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Lapponian Herder dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Alaskan Pit Bull 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 Lapponian Herder vs Alaskan Pit Bull Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Compare barking frequencies of German Shepherd, Lapponian Herder, and Alaskan Pit Bull. Which breed is most vocal?	Low to Average: The German Shepherd rarely barks. See more.	A lot: Lapponian Herder is a particularly loud breed. See more.	Average: The Alaskan Pit Bull barks occasionally. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Playful Nature Compare playfulness levels between German Shepherd, Lapponian Herder, and Alaskan Pit Bull. Which breed is most playful?	Average: German Shepherds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Lapponian Herder is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Alaskan Pit Bull is a playful breed. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Compare apartment suitability of German Shepherd, Lapponian Herder, and Alaskan Pit Bull. 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.	It is not recommended to keep the Lapponian Herder breed in the home.	It is not recommended to keep the Alaskan Pit Bull breed in the home.
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German Shepherd vs Lapponian Herder vs Alaskan Pit Bull Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Compare adaptability between German Shepherd, Lapponian Herder, and Alaskan Pit Bull. Which breed is most flexible?	German Shepherd dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Lapponian Herder dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Average: Alaskan Pit Bull dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: German Shepherd or Lapponian Herder or Alaskan Pit Bull?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Lapponian Herder 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.	Alaskan Pit Bull 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 Lapponian Herder vs Alaskan Pit Bull Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

German Shepherd vs Lapponian Herder vs Alaskan Pit Bull Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Compare life expectancies of German Shepherd, Lapponian Herder, and Alaskan Pit Bull. Which breed lives longest?	9-13 years The average lifespan of German Shepherd: 11 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Lapponian Herder: 11 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Alaskan Pit Bull: 13 years
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Climate Tolerance Compare weather adaptability between German Shepherd, Lapponian Herder, and Alaskan Pit Bull. 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 average to cold weather conditions The Lapponian Herder can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers cold weather The Alaskan Pit Bull can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. See more.
Health Concerns Compare health problems common in German Shepherd, Lapponian Herder, and Alaskan Pit Bull. Which has fewer health issues?	German Shepherds are commonly healthy dogs.	Very healthy dog breed.	The Alaskan Pit Bull 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).	Rare The Lapponian Herder should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Average The Alaskan Pit Bull 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 Lapponian Herder vs Alaskan Pit Bull? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? German Shepherd vs Lapponian Herder vs Alaskan Pit Bull 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 Hypothyroidism Chondrodysplasia Hemeralopia Inherited Polyneuropathy Demodectic Mange Skin Allergies

German Shepherd vs Lapponian Herder vs Alaskan Pit Bull Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Compare energy levels between German Shepherd, Lapponian Herder, and Alaskan Pit Bull. Which breed is most active?	German Shepherd dogs are high-energy dogs.	Lapponian Herder dogs are high-energy dogs.	Alaskan Pit Bull dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need German Shepherd vs Lapponian Herder vs Alaskan Pit Bull exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: German Shepherd or Lapponian Herder or Alaskan Pit Bull? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	German Shepherd dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Lapponian Herder dogs need a lot of exercises.	Alaskan Pit Bull dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: German Shepherd or Lapponian Herder or Alaskan Pit Bull?	German Shepherd dogs don't need too much sleep.	Lapponian Herder dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Alaskan Pit Bull dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

German Shepherd vs Lapponian Herder vs Alaskan Pit Bull Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Compare weight gain tendencies between German Shepherd, Lapponian Herder, and Alaskan Pit Bull. 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 Lapponian Herder's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average: The Alaskan Pit Bull has an average risk for obesity. See more.
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Food Consumption Compare food requirements between German Shepherd, Lapponian Herder, and Alaskan Pit Bull. Which needs most food?	3 to 4 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	2.5 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	Recommended daily amount: 4 to 5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot

German Shepherd vs Lapponian Herder vs Alaskan Pit Bull Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Compare hypoallergenic qualities of German Shepherd, Lapponian Herder, and Alaskan Pit Bull. 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, Lapponian Herder, and Alaskan Pit Bull. What colors are available?	Black Tan Red Silver	Black Gray Brown	Black Gray Tan Red Blue White Brown Yellow
Grooming Requirements Compare grooming needs between German Shepherd, Lapponian Herder, and Alaskan Pit Bull. Which requires most maintenance?	Average: The German Shepherd requires average grooming effort. See more.	Easy to groom: The Lapponian Herder doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The Alaskan Pit Bull doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Drooling Tendency Compare drooling tendencies between German Shepherd, Lapponian Herder, and Alaskan Pit Bull. Which drools least?	The German Shepherd is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Lapponian Herder is an average drooler. See more.	The Alaskan Pit Bull is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Compare odor levels between German Shepherd, Lapponian Herder, and Alaskan Pit Bull. Which has least natural smell?	Medium ⏺ The German Shepherd has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Lapponian Herder has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Alaskan Pit Bull has a low chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics Compare coat types between German Shepherd, Lapponian Herder, and Alaskan Pit Bull. How do their fur characteristics differ?	Fuzzy	Fluffy Straight Double	Fine Dense Rough Thick Weather-resistant
Bathing Needs Compare bathing needs between German Shepherd, Lapponian Herder, and Alaskan Pit Bull. 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.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.
Shedding Level Who sheds more German Shepherd or Lapponian Herder or Alaskan Pit Bull? German Shepherd or Lapponian Herder or {name3 shedding:	German Shepherd dogs are heavy shedders. See more.	Lapponian Herder dogs shed moderately. See more.	Alaskan Pit Bull dogs shed above average. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most

German Shepherd vs Lapponian Herder vs Alaskan Pit Bull Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Compare child-friendliness between German Shepherd, Lapponian Herder, and Alaskan Pit Bull. Which is best with kids?	German Shepherd dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Lapponian Herder dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Alaskan Pit Bull dogs are 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.	Lapponian Herder dogs are generally with other pets.	Alaskan Pit Bull dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly German Shepherd or Lapponian Herder or Alaskan Pit Bull? Which dog is more friendly?	German Shepherd dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Lapponian Herder dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Alaskan Pit Bull 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 Lapponian Herder or Alaskan Pit Bull?	German Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Lapponian Herder dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Alaskan Pit Bull dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly German Shepherd or Lapponian Herder or Alaskan Pit Bull?	German Shepherd dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Lapponian Herder dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Alaskan Pit Bull dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: German Shepherd vs Lapponian Herder vs Alaskan Pit Bull?	Yes German Shepherd dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Lapponian Herder dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Alaskan Pit Bull 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 Lapponian Herder is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Alaskan Pit Bull 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.	Lapponian Herders are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Alaskan Pit Bulls are usually recommended for elderly people.

German Shepherd vs Lapponian Herder vs Alaskan Pit Bull As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Compare service dog potential between German Shepherd, Lapponian Herder, and Alaskan Pit Bull. 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, Lapponian Herder, and Alaskan Pit Bull. 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, Lapponian Herder, and Alaskan Pit Bull. 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.	Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.
Search & Rescue Potential Compare search and rescue potential between German Shepherd, Lapponian Herder, and Alaskan Pit Bull. 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, Lapponian Herder, and Alaskan Pit Bull. Which is best suited for water work?	Not really German Shepherd breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Lapponian Herder breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Alaskan Pit Bull breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Compare cart pulling abilities between German Shepherd, Lapponian Herder, and Alaskan Pit Bull. 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, Lapponian Herder, and Alaskan Pit Bull. 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 Lapponian Herder vs Alaskan Pit Bull Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare typical litter sizes of German Shepherd, Lapponian Herder, and Alaskan Pit Bull. Which has most puppies?	6-10 puppies	3-5 puppies	4-10 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare gestation periods of German Shepherd, Lapponian Herder, and Alaskan Pit Bull. 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, Lapponian Herder, and Alaskan Pit Bull. 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 Lapponian Herder vs Alaskan Pit Bull Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC groups for German Shepherd, Lapponian Herder, and Alaskan Pit Bull. How are they classified?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1908 as a Herding breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Classification Compare FCI groups for German Shepherd, Lapponian Herder, and Alaskan Pit Bull. 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 Spitz and primitive types group, in the Nordic Watchdogs and Herders section.	Not recognized by FCI.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare breed recognition status of German Shepherd, Lapponian Herder, and Alaskan Pit Bull. 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	No data available	Not recognized by any clubs.

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