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Name	German Shepherd	Saint Dane	Poodle
Origins	Germany	Switzerland Germany Italy	Germany France
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Group	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Designer Dogs	Companion Dogs
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Common Names & Aliases Compare alternative names and nicknames used for German Shepherd, Saint Dane, and Poodle breeds.	Alsatian wolf dog Berger Allemand Deutscher Schäferhund Schäferhund Alsatian	No data available	Barbone Caniche Chien Canne Grosse Pudel French Poodle
Breed Classification How do breed classifications differ between German Shepherd, Saint Dane, and Poodle? Compare their breeding categories.	Purebred	Cross Breed	Purebred

German Shepherd vs Saint Dane vs Poodle Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Compare size differences between German Shepherd, Saint Dane, and Poodle. Which breed is the largest?	Large	Giant	Medium
Weight Statistics How do weights compare between German Shepherd, Saint Dane, and Poodle? Compare adult weight ranges.	Male: 66-88 pounds (30-40 kg), Female: 49-71 pounds (22-32 kg)	110-200 pounds (50-91 kg)	Male: 45-70 pounds (20-32 kg), Female: 45-60 pounds (20-27 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 77 pounds (35 kg), Female: 60 pounds (27 kg)	155 pounds (70.5 kg)	Male: 57.5 pounds (26 kg), Female: 52.5 pounds (23.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, German Shepherd or Saint Dane or Poodle? German Shepherd vs Saint Dane vs Poodle height comparison:	Male: 24-26 inches (60-65 cm), Female: 22-24 inches (55-60 cm)	Male: 30-34 inches (76-86 cm), Female: 28-32 inches (71-81 cm)	15 inches (38 cm) or more
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 25 inches (62.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (57.5 cm)	Male: 32 inches (81 cm), Female: 30 inches (76 cm)	15 inches (38 cm) or more

German Shepherd vs Saint Dane vs Poodle Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy costs for German Shepherd, Saint Dane, and Poodle. Find price differences between these breeds.	$800-$2000	$800-$1200	$1000-$1500
Availability Which is easier to get, German Shepherd or Saint Dane or Poodle?	Very frequent: The German Shepherd is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Saint Dane is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Poodle is quite easy to get.

German Shepherd vs Saint Dane vs Poodle Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Compare intelligence levels between German Shepherd, Saint Dane, and Poodle. 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.	Outstanding: Poodle is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.
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Training Difficulty Compare training difficulty levels between German Shepherd, Saint Dane, and Poodle. Which is easiest to train?	German Shepherd dogs are easy to train. See more.	Saint Dane dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Poodle dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Rating Compare watchdog abilities of German Shepherd, Saint Dane, and Poodle. Which breed is most alert?	German Shepherd dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Saint Dane dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Poodle dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Compare territorial instincts between German Shepherd, Saint Dane, and Poodle. Which breed is most protective?	German Shepherd dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Saint Dane dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Poodle dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
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German Shepherd vs Saint Dane vs Poodle Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits How do personalities differ between German Shepherd, Saint Dane, and Poodle? Compare temperaments.	Curious Alert Courageous Intelligent Confident Obedient Loyal Watchful	Loving Independent Happy Intelligent Confident Friendly Devoted Gentle Going Social Quiet Reserved	Active Alert Intelligent Trainable Faithful Instinctual
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.	Sensitive: Saint Dane 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.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: German Shepherd vs Saint Dane vs Poodle?	High: German Shepherd dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: Saint Dane dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	High: Poodle 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 Saint Dane vs Poodle social needs comparison:	German Shepherd dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Saint Dane dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Poodle 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.	Saint Dane dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Poodle 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.	Saint Dane dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.	Poodle dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

German Shepherd vs Saint Dane vs Poodle Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Compare barking frequencies of German Shepherd, Saint Dane, and Poodle. Which breed is most vocal?	Low to Average: The German Shepherd rarely barks. See more.	Low to Average: The Saint Dane rarely barks. See more.	Average to High: The Poodle is a vocal breed. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Playful Nature Compare playfulness levels between German Shepherd, Saint Dane, and Poodle. Which breed is most playful?	Average: German Shepherds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Saint Danes are not the most playful dog breed. See more.	The Poodle is a playful breed. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Compare apartment suitability of German Shepherd, Saint Dane, and Poodle. 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.	Apartment-friendly dog the Saint Dane breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Poodle breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

German Shepherd vs Saint Dane vs Poodle Adaptability and Independence Comparison

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

German Shepherd vs Saint Dane vs Poodle Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

German Shepherd vs Saint Dane vs Poodle Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Compare life expectancies of German Shepherd, Saint Dane, and Poodle. Which breed lives longest?	9-13 years The average lifespan of German Shepherd: 11 years	7-11 years The average lifespan of Saint Dane: 9 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Poodle: 13 years
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Climate Tolerance Compare weather adaptability between German Shepherd, Saint Dane, and Poodle. 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.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.
Health Concerns Compare health problems common in German Shepherd, Saint Dane, and Poodle. Which has fewer health issues?	German Shepherds are commonly healthy dogs.	Very healthy dog breed.	The Poodle 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 Saint Dane should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Average The Poodle 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 Saint Dane vs Poodle? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? German Shepherd vs Saint Dane vs Poodle 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 Hip Dysplasia Patent Ductus Arteriosis Allergies Cancer Bloat Epilepsy Entropion Elbow Dysplasia Mitral Valve Disease Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis Dilated Cardiomyopathy Persistent Right Aortic Arch Tricuspid Valve Dysplasia	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Legg-perthes Disease Patellar Luxation Allergies Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Bloat Epilepsy Sebaceous Adenitis Ear Infections Addison's Disease Cushing's Syndrome Runny Eyes Canine Atrial Septal Defect (asd) Neonatal Encephalopathy (news) Optic Nerve Hypoplasia Premature Graying

German Shepherd vs Saint Dane vs Poodle Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Compare energy levels between German Shepherd, Saint Dane, and Poodle. Which breed is most active?	German Shepherd dogs are high-energy dogs.	Saint Dane dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Poodle 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 Saint Dane vs Poodle exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: German Shepherd or Saint Dane or Poodle? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	German Shepherd dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Saint Dane dogs exercise need is minimal.	Poodle dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: German Shepherd or Saint Dane or Poodle?	German Shepherd dogs don't need too much sleep.	Saint Dane dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	Poodle dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

German Shepherd vs Saint Dane vs Poodle Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Compare weight gain tendencies between German Shepherd, Saint Dane, and Poodle. 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 Saint Dane has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Poodle's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
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Food Consumption Compare food requirements between German Shepherd, Saint Dane, and Poodle. Which needs most food?	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	2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot

German Shepherd vs Saint Dane vs Poodle Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Compare hypoallergenic qualities of German Shepherd, Saint Dane, and Poodle. Which is best for allergy sufferers?	No See more.	No See more.	Yes See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Coat Colors Compare color variations between German Shepherd, Saint Dane, and Poodle. What colors are available?	Black Tan Red Silver	Black Red Blue White Brown Fawn Brindle Tricolor Merle	Black Gray Red Blue Cream White Silver Brown Fawn Beige Apricot
Grooming Requirements Compare grooming needs between German Shepherd, Saint Dane, and Poodle. Which requires most maintenance?	Average: The German Shepherd requires average grooming effort. See more.	Easy to groom: The Saint Dane 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
Drooling Tendency Compare drooling tendencies between German Shepherd, Saint Dane, and Poodle. Which drools least?	The German Shepherd is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Saint Dane 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 Poodle is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Compare odor levels between German Shepherd, Saint Dane, and Poodle. Which has least natural smell?	Medium ⏺ The German Shepherd has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Saint Dane has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Poodle has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics Compare coat types between German Shepherd, Saint Dane, and Poodle. How do their fur characteristics differ?	Fuzzy	Dense Rough Smooth	Curly
Bathing Needs Compare bathing needs between German Shepherd, Saint Dane, and Poodle. 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.	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.
Shedding Level Who sheds more German Shepherd or Saint Dane or Poodle? German Shepherd or Saint Dane or {name3 shedding:	German Shepherd dogs are heavy shedders. See more.	Saint Dane dogs shed above average. See more.	Poodle dogs shed none to minimal. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most

German Shepherd vs Saint Dane vs Poodle Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Compare child-friendliness between German Shepherd, Saint Dane, and Poodle. Which is best with kids?	German Shepherd dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Saint Dane dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Poodle dogs are very 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.	Saint Dane dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Poodle dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly German Shepherd or Saint Dane or Poodle? Which dog is more friendly?	German Shepherd dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Saint Dane dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Poodle 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 Saint Dane or Poodle?	German Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Saint Dane dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Poodle dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly German Shepherd or Saint Dane or Poodle?	German Shepherd dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Saint Dane dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Poodle dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: German Shepherd vs Saint Dane vs Poodle?	Yes German Shepherd dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Saint Dane dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Poodle 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 Saint Dane is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Poodle 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.	Saint Danes are usually recommended for elderly people.	Poodles are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

German Shepherd vs Saint Dane vs Poodle As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Compare service dog potential between German Shepherd, Saint Dane, and Poodle. 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.	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Work Suitability Compare therapy dog potential between German Shepherd, Saint Dane, and Poodle. Which excels in therapy work?	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.
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Scent Detection Ability Compare detection capabilities between German Shepherd, Saint Dane, and Poodle. 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, Saint Dane, and Poodle. Which is best for SAR work?	Yes This breed would make an excellent 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.
Maritime Work Ability Compare boating aptitude between German Shepherd, Saint Dane, and Poodle. Which is best suited for water work?	Not really German Shepherd breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Saint Dane breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Yes Poodle breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Compare cart pulling abilities between German Shepherd, Saint Dane, and Poodle. 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.	Yes 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, Saint Dane, and Poodle. 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 Saint Dane vs Poodle Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare typical litter sizes of German Shepherd, Saint Dane, and Poodle. Which has most puppies?	6-10 puppies	10-15 puppies	2-4 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare gestation periods of German Shepherd, Saint Dane, and Poodle. 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, Saint Dane, and Poodle. 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 Saint Dane vs Poodle Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC groups for German Shepherd, Saint Dane, and Poodle. How are they classified?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1908 as a Herding breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1887 as a Non-Sporting & Toy breed.
FCI Classification Compare FCI groups for German Shepherd, Saint Dane, and Poodle. 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.	Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Poodle section.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare breed recognition status of German Shepherd, Saint Dane, and Poodle. 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	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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