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Name	German Shepherd	Rajapalayam dog	Kanni
Origins	Germany	India	India
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Group	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Hunting Dogs	Hunting Dogs
Popularity Rank	2	247	350
Reviews	21	3	1
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Common Names & Aliases Compare alternative names and nicknames used for German Shepherd, Rajapalayam dog, and Kanni breeds.	Alsatian wolf dog Berger Allemand Deutscher Schäferhund Schäferhund Alsatian	Indian Sight-Hound Poligar hound	Maiden's Beastmaster
Breed Classification How do breed classifications differ between German Shepherd, Rajapalayam dog, and Kanni? Compare their breeding categories.	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

German Shepherd vs Rajapalayam dog vs Kanni Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Compare size differences between German Shepherd, Rajapalayam dog, and Kanni. Which breed is the largest?	Large	Large	Large Medium
Weight Statistics How do weights compare between German Shepherd, Rajapalayam dog, and Kanni? Compare adult weight ranges.	Male: 66-88 pounds (30-40 kg), Female: 49-71 pounds (22-32 kg)	Male: 44-55 pounds (20-25 kg), Female: 37-46 pounds (17-21 kg)	35-48 pounds (16-22 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 77 pounds (35 kg), Female: 60 pounds (27 kg)	Male: 50 pounds (22.5 kg), Female: 41.5 pounds (19 kg)	43.5 pounds (19 kg)
Height Which is taller, German Shepherd or Rajapalayam dog or Kanni? German Shepherd vs Rajapalayam dog vs Kanni height comparison:	Male: 24-26 inches (60-65 cm), Female: 22-24 inches (55-60 cm)	Male: 25–30 inches (63.5-76 kg) Female: 24–28 inches (61-71 cm)	25-29 inch (63-73 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 25 inches (62.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (57.5 cm)	Male: 27.5 inches (70 cm), Female: 26 inches (66 cm)	27 inch (68 cm)

German Shepherd vs Rajapalayam dog vs Kanni Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy costs for German Shepherd, Rajapalayam dog, and Kanni. Find price differences between these breeds.	$800-$2000	$200-$400	$80-$120
Availability Which is easier to get, German Shepherd or Rajapalayam dog or Kanni?	Very frequent: The German Shepherd is quite easy to get.	Average: The Rajapalayam dog is a commonly available dog breed.	Average: The Kanni is a commonly available dog breed.

German Shepherd vs Rajapalayam dog vs Kanni Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Compare intelligence levels between German Shepherd, Rajapalayam dog, and Kanni. Which breed ranks highest?	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 Kanni dogs have great intelligence. See more.
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Training Difficulty Compare training difficulty levels between German Shepherd, Rajapalayam dog, and Kanni. Which is easiest to train?	German Shepherd dogs are easy to train. See more.	A slightly harder to train than average. See more.	Kanni dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Rating Compare watchdog abilities of German Shepherd, Rajapalayam dog, and Kanni. Which breed is most alert?	German Shepherd dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Rajapalayam dog dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Kanni dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Compare territorial instincts between German Shepherd, Rajapalayam dog, and Kanni. Which breed is most protective?	German Shepherd dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Rajapalayam dog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Kanni dogs are average defenders. See more.
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German Shepherd vs Rajapalayam dog vs Kanni Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits How do personalities differ between German Shepherd, Rajapalayam dog, and Kanni? Compare temperaments.	Curious Alert Courageous Intelligent Confident Obedient Loyal Watchful	Protective Courageous Affectionate Loyal Devoted	Agile Protective Graceful
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.	Sensitive: Kanni dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: German Shepherd vs Rajapalayam dog vs Kanni?	High: German Shepherd dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Slightly Below Average: Rajapalayam dog dogs may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence. See more.	Average to High: Kanni dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
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Social Needs German Shepherd vs Rajapalayam dog vs Kanni social needs comparison:	German Shepherd dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Rajapalayam dog dogs are kinda antisocial. See more.	Kanni dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	German Shepherd dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.	Rajapalayam dog dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	Kanni 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.	Rajapalayam dog dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Kanni dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

German Shepherd vs Rajapalayam dog vs Kanni Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Compare barking frequencies of German Shepherd, Rajapalayam dog, and Kanni. Which breed is most vocal?	Low to Average: The German Shepherd rarely barks. See more.	Low to Average: The Rajapalayam dog rarely barks. See more.	Low: The Kanni barks none to minimal. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Playful Nature Compare playfulness levels between German Shepherd, Rajapalayam dog, and Kanni. Which breed is most playful?	Average: German Shepherds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: Rajapalayam dogs, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Kanni is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Compare apartment suitability of German Shepherd, Rajapalayam dog, and Kanni. 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 Rajapalayam dog breed in the home.	Very house-friendly dog the Kanni breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

German Shepherd vs Rajapalayam dog vs Kanni Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Compare adaptability between German Shepherd, Rajapalayam dog, and Kanni. Which breed is most flexible?	German Shepherd dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Average: Rajapalayam dog dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Average: Kanni dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: German Shepherd or Rajapalayam dog or Kanni?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Rajapalayam dog dogs handle alone time quite well.	Kanni dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

German Shepherd vs Rajapalayam dog vs Kanni Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

German Shepherd vs Rajapalayam dog vs Kanni Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Compare life expectancies of German Shepherd, Rajapalayam dog, and Kanni. Which breed lives longest?	9-13 years The average lifespan of German Shepherd: 11 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Rajapalayam dog: 11 years	14-16 years The average lifespan of Kanni: 15 years
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Climate Tolerance Compare weather adaptability between German Shepherd, Rajapalayam dog, and Kanni. 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.	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 warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. See more.
Health Concerns Compare health problems common in German Shepherd, Rajapalayam dog, and Kanni. Which has fewer health issues?	German Shepherds are commonly healthy dogs.	The Rajapalayam dog is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Kanni 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).	Average The Rajapalayam dog should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Kanni 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 Rajapalayam dog vs Kanni? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? German Shepherd vs Rajapalayam dog vs Kanni 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	No data available

German Shepherd vs Rajapalayam dog vs Kanni Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Compare energy levels between German Shepherd, Rajapalayam dog, and Kanni. Which breed is most active?	German Shepherd dogs are high-energy dogs.	Rajapalayam dog dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.	Kanni dogs are low-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need German Shepherd vs Rajapalayam dog vs Kanni exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: German Shepherd or Rajapalayam dog or Kanni? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	German Shepherd dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Rajapalayam dog dogs have an average exercise need.	Kanni dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: German Shepherd or Rajapalayam dog or Kanni?	German Shepherd dogs don't need too much sleep.	Rajapalayam dog dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	Kanni dogs need a lot of sleep.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

German Shepherd vs Rajapalayam dog vs Kanni Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Compare weight gain tendencies between German Shepherd, Rajapalayam dog, and Kanni. Which is most prone to obesity?	Low to Average: The German Shepherd has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Rajapalayam dog has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Low to Average: The Kanni has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.
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Food Consumption Compare food requirements between German Shepherd, Rajapalayam dog, and Kanni. Which needs most food?	3 to 4 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	2 to 2.5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, divided into two meals.	1.5 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot

German Shepherd vs Rajapalayam dog vs Kanni Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Compare hypoallergenic qualities of German Shepherd, Rajapalayam dog, and Kanni. 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, Rajapalayam dog, and Kanni. What colors are available?	Black Tan Red Silver	Black White Brown	Red White Silver Fawn Brindle Grey
Grooming Requirements Compare grooming needs between German Shepherd, Rajapalayam dog, and Kanni. Which requires most maintenance?	Average: The German Shepherd requires average grooming effort. See more.	Easy to groom: The Rajapalayam dog doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Kanni requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Drooling Tendency Compare drooling tendencies between German Shepherd, Rajapalayam dog, and Kanni. Which drools least?	The German Shepherd is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Rajapalayam dog is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Kanni is an average drooler. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Compare odor levels between German Shepherd, Rajapalayam dog, and Kanni. Which has least natural smell?	Medium ⏺ The German Shepherd has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Rajapalayam dog has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Kanni has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics Compare coat types between German Shepherd, Rajapalayam dog, and Kanni. How do their fur characteristics differ?	Fuzzy	Fine	Smooth Flat
Bathing Needs Compare bathing needs between German Shepherd, Rajapalayam dog, and Kanni. 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.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.
Shedding Level Who sheds more German Shepherd or Rajapalayam dog or Kanni? German Shepherd or Rajapalayam dog or {name3 shedding:	German Shepherd dogs are heavy shedders. See more.	Rajapalayam dog dogs shed moderately. See more.	Kanni dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most

German Shepherd vs Rajapalayam dog vs Kanni Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Compare child-friendliness between German Shepherd, Rajapalayam dog, and Kanni. Which is best with kids?	German Shepherd dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Rajapalayam dog dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.	Kanni dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.
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Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	German Shepherd dogs are generally with other pets.	Rajapalayam dog dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.	Kanni dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly German Shepherd or Rajapalayam dog or Kanni? Which dog is more friendly?	German Shepherd dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Rajapalayam dog dogs are not stranger friendly dogs.	Kanni dogs are not 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 Rajapalayam dog or Kanni?	German Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Rajapalayam dog dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.	Kanni dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly German Shepherd or Rajapalayam dog or Kanni?	German Shepherd dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Rajapalayam dog dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Kanni dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: German Shepherd vs Rajapalayam dog vs Kanni?	Yes German Shepherd dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	No Rajapalayam dog dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.	Yes Kanni 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 Rajapalayam dog is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Kanni 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.	Rajapalayam dogs are commonly okay with elderly people.	Kannis are commonly okay with elderly people.

German Shepherd vs Rajapalayam dog vs Kanni As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Compare service dog potential between German Shepherd, Rajapalayam dog, and Kanni. 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, Rajapalayam dog, and Kanni. 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, Rajapalayam dog, and Kanni. 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.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search & Rescue Potential Compare search and rescue potential between German Shepherd, Rajapalayam dog, and Kanni. 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, Rajapalayam dog, and Kanni. Which is best suited for water work?	Not really German Shepherd breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Rajapalayam dog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Kanni breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Compare cart pulling abilities between German Shepherd, Rajapalayam dog, and Kanni. 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, Rajapalayam dog, and Kanni. 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 Rajapalayam dog vs Kanni Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare typical litter sizes of German Shepherd, Rajapalayam dog, and Kanni. Which has most puppies?	6-10 puppies	5-8 puppies	4-7 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare gestation periods of German Shepherd, Rajapalayam dog, and Kanni. 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, Rajapalayam dog, and Kanni. 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 Rajapalayam dog vs Kanni Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC groups for German Shepherd, Rajapalayam dog, and Kanni. 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, Rajapalayam dog, and Kanni. How are they classified internationally?	Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section.	Not recognized by FCI.	Not recognized by FCI.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare breed recognition status of German Shepherd, Rajapalayam dog, and Kanni. 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	No data available

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