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Name	German Shepherd	Mastiff	Newfoundland
Origins	Germany	England	Canada
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Group	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Working Dogs	Working Dogs
Popularity Rank	2	28	36
Reviews	19	3	2
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Alsatian wolf dog Berger Allemand Deutscher Schäferhund Schäferhund Alsatian	Old English Mastiff English Mastiff	Blackbear Newfie The Gentle Giant Newf
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? German Shepherd vs Mastiff vs Newfoundland breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

German Shepherd vs Mastiff vs Newfoundland Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, German Shepherd or Mastiff or Newfoundland? Which is the smallest dog, German Shepherd or Mastiff or Newfoundland?	Large	Giant	Giant
Weight Which is heavier, German Shepherd or Mastiff or Mastiff? German Shepherd vs Mastiff vs Newfoundland weight comparison:	Male: 66-88 pounds (30-40 kg), Female: 49-71 pounds (22-32 kg)	Male: 150-250 pounds (68-113 kg), Female: 120-180 pounds (54-82 kg)	Male: 130-150 pounds (59-68 kg), Female: 100-120 pounds (45-54 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 77 pounds (35 kg), Female: 60 pounds (27 kg)	Male: 200 pounds (90.5 kg), Female: 150 pounds (68 kg)	Male: 140 pounds (63.5 kg), Female: 110 pounds (49.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, German Shepherd or Mastiff or Newfoundland? German Shepherd vs Mastiff vs Newfoundland height comparison:	Male: 24-26 inches (60-65 cm), Female: 22-24 inches (55-60 cm)	Male: 30 inches (76 cm), Female: 27.5 inches (70 cm)	Male: 27-29 inches (69-74 cm), Female: 25-27 inches (63-69 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 25 inches (62.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (57.5 cm)	Male: 30 inches (76 cm), Female: 27.5 inches (70 cm)	Male: 28 inches (71.5 cm), Female: 26 inches (66 cm)

German Shepherd vs Mastiff vs Newfoundland Price and Availability Comparison

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

German Shepherd vs Mastiff vs Newfoundland Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? German Shepherd vs Mastiff vs Newfoundland intelligence:	Outstanding: German Shepherd is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Smart: The Newfoundland dogs have great intelligence. See more.
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Trainability German Shepherd vs Mastiff vs Newfoundland trainability comparison.	German Shepherd dogs are easy to train. See more.	Mastiff dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Newfoundland dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: German Shepherd or Mastiff or Newfoundland?	German Shepherd dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Mastiff dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Newfoundland dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog German Shepherd or Mastiff or Newfoundland? 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.	Mastiff dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Newfoundland dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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German Shepherd vs Mastiff vs Newfoundland Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, German Shepherd or Mastiff or Newfoundland? German Shepherd vs Mastiff vs Newfoundland behavior/temperament comparison:	Curious Alert Courageous Intelligent Confident Obedient Loyal Watchful	Protective Alert Courageous Intelligent Affectionate Loyal Cheerful	Courageous Intelligent Loyal Gentle Social Sweet 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. See more.	Mastiff 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 Mastiff vs Newfoundland?	High: German Shepherd dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Mastiff dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: Newfoundland dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
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Social Needs German Shepherd vs Mastiff vs Newfoundland social needs comparison:	German Shepherd dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Mastiff dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Newfoundland 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.	Mastiff dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.	Newfoundland 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.	Newfoundland 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 Mastiff vs Newfoundland Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness German Shepherd vs Mastiff vs Newfoundland playfulness comparison:	Average: German Shepherds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Mastiffs are not the most playful dog breed. See more.	Average: Newfoundlands, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: German Shepherd vs Mastiff vs Newfoundland?	Low to Average: The German Shepherd rarely barks. See more.	Low: The Mastiff barks none to minimal. See more.	Low to Average: The Newfoundland rarely barks. 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 Mastiff or Newfoundland?	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 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.	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 Newfoundland indoors.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

German Shepherd vs Mastiff vs Newfoundland 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.	Mastiff dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Newfoundland dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: German Shepherd or Mastiff or Newfoundland?	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.	Newfoundland 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 Mastiff vs Newfoundland Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: German Shepherd or Mastiff or Newfoundland?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ German Shepherd bite force: Ordinary.	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Mastiff bite force: The Strongest.	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Newfoundland bite force: The Strongest.
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.	Moderate ⏺ The Mastiff has an average chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Newfoundland has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? German Shepherd vs Mastiff vs Newfoundland mouthiness comparison:	German Shepherd dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Mastiff dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Newfoundland dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

German Shepherd vs Mastiff vs Newfoundland Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues German Shepherd vs Mastiff vs Newfoundland health comparison. Which is the healthier: German Shepherd vs Mastiff vs Newfoundland?	German Shepherds are commonly healthy dogs.	Mastiffs are commonly healthy dogs.	Very healthy dog breed.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: German Shepherd vs Mastiff vs Newfoundland? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? German Shepherd vs Mastiff vs Newfoundland 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 Cancer Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Seizures Cystinuria	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Cancer Hypothyroidism Bloat Epilepsy Cherry Eye Elbow Dysplasia Addison's Disease Cystinuria Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis
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 Mastiff should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Rare The Newfoundland should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy German Shepherd vs Mastiff vs Newfoundland lifespan comparison. How long do German Shepherd, Mastiff and Newfoundland breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	9-13 years The average lifespan of German Shepherd: 11 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Mastiff: 11 years	9-13 years The average lifespan of Newfoundland: 11 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: German Shepherd vs Mastiff vs Newfoundland?	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 Mastiff can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers cold weather The Newfoundland can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. See more.

German Shepherd vs Mastiff vs Newfoundland Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: German Shepherd or Mastiff or Newfoundland?	3 to 4 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	5 to 6 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? German Shepherd vs Mastiff vs Newfoundland weight gain potential comparison:	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 Mastiff's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Newfoundland's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

German Shepherd vs Mastiff vs Newfoundland Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? German Shepherd vs Mastiff vs Newfoundland coat comparison:	Fuzzy	Dense	Fluffy Waterproof Thick
Colors What are the original German Shepherd, Mastiff and Newfoundland color?	Black Tan Red Silver	Fawn Brindle Apricot	Black Gray White Brown
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, German Shepherd or Mastiff or Newfoundland? German Shepherd vs Mastiff vs Newfoundland grooming comparison:	Average: The German Shepherd requires average grooming effort. See more.	Easy to groom: The Mastiff doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more German Shepherd or Mastiff or Newfoundland? German Shepherd or Mastiff or {name3 shedding:	German Shepherd dogs are heavy shedders. See more.	Mastiff dogs shed moderately. See more.	Newfoundland dogs are heavy shedders. 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 Mastiff or Newfoundland?	8-12 weeks Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	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 Mastiff vs Newfoundland hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, German Shepherd vs Mastiff vs Newfoundland?	Medium ⏺ The German Shepherd has an average chance of bad smell.	High 🔼 The Mastiff has a high chance of bad smell.	High 🔼 The Newfoundland 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. See more.	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. See more.	The Newfoundland is a big drooler, so if you're disgusted by slobber spots on your clothes, you should choose a dog from another breed. See more.

German Shepherd vs Mastiff vs Newfoundland Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	German Shepherd dogs are generally with other pets.	Mastiff dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.	Newfoundland dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly German Shepherd or Mastiff or Newfoundland? Which dog is more friendly?	German Shepherd dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Mastiff dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Newfoundland dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly German Shepherd or Mastiff or Newfoundland?	German Shepherd dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Mastiff dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Newfoundland dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly German Shepherd or Mastiff or Newfoundland?	German Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Mastiff dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	Newfoundland dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly German Shepherd or Mastiff or Newfoundland?	German Shepherd dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Mastiff dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Newfoundland dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: German Shepherd vs Mastiff vs Newfoundland?	Yes German Shepherd 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.	Yes Newfoundland 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 Mastiff is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Newfoundland 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.	Mastiffs are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Newfoundlands are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

German Shepherd vs Mastiff vs Newfoundland 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.	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: German Shepherd or Mastiff or Newfoundland? 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.
Therapy Dog Breeds
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.	Yes This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: German Shepherd vs Mastiff vs Newfoundland?	Not really German Shepherd breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Mastiff breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Yes Newfoundland breed usually likes 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.	Yes A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Yes 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 Mastiff vs Newfoundland 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 Mastiff and Newfoundland have?	6-10 puppies	3-5 puppies	4-12 puppies
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German Shepherd vs Mastiff vs Newfoundland 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 1885 as a Working breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1886 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.	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type section.
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	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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