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Name	German Shepherd	Miniature Schnauzer	Pembroke Welsh Corgi
Origins	Germany	Germany	Wales
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Group	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Hunting Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs
Popularity Rank	2	18	15
Reviews	19	5	3
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Alsatian wolf dog Berger Allemand Deutscher Schäferhund Schäferhund Alsatian	Zwergschnauzer	Corgi Pem Pembroke
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? German Shepherd vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

German Shepherd vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, German Shepherd or Miniature Schnauzer or Pembroke Welsh Corgi? Which is the smallest dog, German Shepherd or Miniature Schnauzer or Pembroke Welsh Corgi?	Large	Small	Small
Weight Which is heavier, German Shepherd or Miniature Schnauzer or Miniature Schnauzer? German Shepherd vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi weight comparison:	Male: 66-88 pounds (30-40 kg), Female: 49-71 pounds (22-32 kg)	Male: 11-18 pounds (5.0-8.2 kg), Female: 10-15 pounds (4.5-6.8 kg)	Male: 24-31 pounds (10-14 kg), Female: 24-28 pounds (11-13 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 77 pounds (35 kg), Female: 60 pounds (27 kg)	Male: 14.5 pounds (5.0-8.2 kg), Female: 12.5 pounds (4.5-6.8 kg)	Male: 27.5 pounds (12 kg), Female: 26 pounds (12 kg)
Height Which is taller, German Shepherd or Miniature Schnauzer or Pembroke Welsh Corgi? German Shepherd vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi height comparison:	Male: 24-26 inches (60-65 cm), Female: 22-24 inches (55-60 cm)	Male: 14 inches (35.6 cm), Female: 13 inches (33.0 cm)	Male: 10-12 inches (25-30 cm), Female: 10-11 inches (25-28 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 25 inches (62.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (57.5 cm)	Male: 14 inches (35.6 cm), Female: 13 inches (33.0 cm)	Male: 11 inches (27.5 cm), Female: 10.5 inches (26.5 cm)

German Shepherd vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, German Shepherd or Miniature Schnauzer or Pembroke Welsh Corgi? Which is more expensive?	$800-$2000	$600-$1000	$1000-$2000
Availability Which is easier to get, German Shepherd or Miniature Schnauzer or Pembroke Welsh Corgi?	Very frequent: The German Shepherd is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Miniature Schnauzer is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Pembroke Welsh Corgi is quite easy to get.

German Shepherd vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? German Shepherd vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi intelligence:	Outstanding: German Shepherd is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Very smart: Miniature Schnauzer is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Very smart: Pembroke Welsh Corgi is an excellent dog breed. See more.
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Trainability German Shepherd vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi trainability comparison.	German Shepherd dogs are easy to train. See more.	Miniature Schnauzer dogs are easy to train. See more.	Pembroke Welsh Corgi dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: German Shepherd or Miniature Schnauzer or Pembroke Welsh Corgi?	German Shepherd dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Miniature Schnauzer dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Pembroke Welsh Corgi dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog German Shepherd or Miniature Schnauzer or Pembroke 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.	Miniature Schnauzer dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Pembroke Welsh Corgi dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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German Shepherd vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, German Shepherd or Miniature Schnauzer or Pembroke Welsh Corgi? German Shepherd vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi behavior/temperament comparison:	Curious Alert Courageous Intelligent Confident Obedient Loyal Watchful	Alert Intelligent Friendly Obedient Fearless Spirited	Playful Intelligent Friendly Affectionate Lively Going 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.	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 Miniature Schnauzer vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi?	High: German Shepherd dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Miniature Schnauzer dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Pembroke 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 Miniature Schnauzer vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi social needs comparison:	German Shepherd dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Miniature Schnauzer dogs are a social breed. See more.	Pembroke Welsh Corgi 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.	Miniature Schnauzer dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Pembroke Welsh Corgi dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. 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.	Miniature Schnauzer dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Pembroke Welsh Corgi dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

German Shepherd vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness German Shepherd vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi playfulness comparison:	Average: German Shepherds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: Miniature Schnauzers, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Pembroke Welsh Corgi is a playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: German Shepherd vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi?	Low to Average: The German Shepherd rarely barks. See more.	Average: The Miniature Schnauzer barks occasionally. See more.	A lot: Pembroke Welsh Corgi is a particularly loud breed. 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 Miniature Schnauzer or Pembroke 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.	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 Miniature Schnauzer indoors.	Very house-friendly dog the Pembroke Welsh Corgi breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

German Shepherd vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Pembroke 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.	Miniature Schnauzer dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Pembroke 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 Miniature Schnauzer or Pembroke Welsh Corgi?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Miniature Schnauzer 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.	Pembroke Welsh Corgi 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 Miniature Schnauzer vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

German Shepherd vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues German Shepherd vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi health comparison. Which is the healthier: German Shepherd vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi?	German Shepherds are commonly healthy dogs.	The Miniature Schnauzer is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Pembroke Welsh Corgi is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: German Shepherd vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? German Shepherd vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Pembroke 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	Cataracts Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Mycobacterium avium-intracellulare infection (MAI)	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).	Average The Miniature Schnauzer should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Pembroke Welsh Corgi should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy German Shepherd vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi lifespan comparison. How long do German Shepherd, Miniature Schnauzer and Pembroke Welsh Corgi 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 Miniature Schnauzer: 13 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Pembroke Welsh Corgi: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: German Shepherd vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Pembroke 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.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Miniature Schnauzer can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Pembroke Welsh Corgi can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.

German Shepherd vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a German Shepherd or Miniature Schnauzer or Pembroke Welsh Corgi? German Shepherd vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi energy level comparison:	German Shepherd dogs are high-energy dogs.	Miniature Schnauzer dogs are high-energy dogs.	Pembroke Welsh Corgi dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need German Shepherd vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: German Shepherd or Miniature Schnauzer or Pembroke Welsh Corgi? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	German Shepherd dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Miniature Schnauzer dogs have an average exercise need.	Pembroke Welsh Corgi dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: German Shepherd or Miniature Schnauzer or Pembroke Welsh Corgi?	German Shepherd dogs don't need too much sleep.	Miniature Schnauzer dogs don't need too much sleep.	Pembroke Welsh Corgi dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
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German Shepherd vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: German Shepherd or Miniature Schnauzer or Pembroke Welsh Corgi?	3 to 4 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1/2 to 1 cup dry food a day.	1 to 1.5 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 Miniature Schnauzer vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi 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 Miniature Schnauzer's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Pembroke Welsh Corgi's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
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German Shepherd vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? German Shepherd vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi coat comparison:	Fuzzy	Wiry	Fluffy
Colors What are the original German Shepherd, Miniature Schnauzer and Pembroke Welsh Corgi color?	Black Tan Red Silver	Black Silver Pepper Salt	Red Fawn Sable Black & Tan
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, German Shepherd or Miniature Schnauzer or Pembroke Welsh Corgi? German Shepherd vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi grooming comparison:	Average: The German Shepherd requires average grooming effort. See more.	Advanced: The Miniature Schnauzer requires a lot of grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The Pembroke Welsh Corgi doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more German Shepherd or Miniature Schnauzer or Pembroke Welsh Corgi? German Shepherd or Miniature Schnauzer or {name3 shedding:	German Shepherd dogs are heavy shedders. See more.	Miniature Schnauzer dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Pembroke Welsh Corgi 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 Miniature Schnauzer or Pembroke Welsh Corgi?	8-12 weeks Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	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.
Hypoallergenic German Shepherd vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	Yes 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 Miniature Schnauzer vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi?	Medium ⏺ The German Shepherd has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Miniature Schnauzer has a low chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Pembroke 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 Miniature Schnauzer is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Pembroke Welsh Corgi is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

German Shepherd vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Pembroke 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.	Miniature Schnauzer dogs are generally with other pets.	Pembroke Welsh Corgi dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly German Shepherd or Miniature Schnauzer or Pembroke Welsh Corgi? Which dog is more friendly?	German Shepherd dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Miniature Schnauzer dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Pembroke Welsh Corgi dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
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 Miniature Schnauzer or Pembroke Welsh Corgi?	German Shepherd dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Miniature Schnauzer dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Pembroke Welsh Corgi dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly German Shepherd or Miniature Schnauzer or Pembroke Welsh Corgi?	German Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Miniature Schnauzer dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Pembroke Welsh Corgi dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
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Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly German Shepherd or Miniature Schnauzer or Pembroke Welsh Corgi?	German Shepherd dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Miniature Schnauzer dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Pembroke 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 Miniature Schnauzer vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi?	Yes German Shepherd dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Miniature Schnauzer dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Pembroke 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 Miniature Schnauzer is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Pembroke 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.	Miniature Schnauzers are usually recommended for elderly people.	Pembroke Welsh Corgis are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

German Shepherd vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Pembroke 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 Miniature Schnauzer or Pembroke 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.	Yes This breed makes a perfect 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 Miniature Schnauzer vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi?	Not really German Shepherd breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Yes Miniature Schnauzer breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Not really Pembroke 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 Miniature Schnauzer vs Pembroke 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 Miniature Schnauzer and Pembroke Welsh Corgi have?	6-10 puppies	3-6 puppies	6-7 puppies
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German Shepherd vs Miniature Schnauzer vs Pembroke 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.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1926 as a Terrier breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1934 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.	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Pinscher and Schnauzer type section.	Not recognized by FCI.
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 Canadian Canine Registry

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