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Name	German Shepherd	Toy Poodle	Beagle
Origins	Germany	Germany France	England
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Group	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Companion Dogs	Hunting Dogs
Popularity Rank	2	449	6
Reviews	19	5	10
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Alsatian wolf dog Berger Allemand Deutscher Schäferhund Schäferhund Alsatian	Barbone Pudle Teacup Poodle Teddy Poodle	English Beagle
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? German Shepherd vs Toy Poodle vs Beagle breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

German Shepherd vs Toy Poodle vs Beagle Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, German Shepherd or Toy Poodle or Beagle? Which is the smallest dog, German Shepherd or Toy Poodle or Beagle?	Large	Small	Small
Weight Which is heavier, German Shepherd or Toy Poodle or Toy Poodle? German Shepherd vs Toy Poodle vs Beagle weight comparison:	Male: 66-88 pounds (30-40 kg), Female: 49-71 pounds (22-32 kg)	Male: 6-9 pounds (3-4 kg)	Male: 22-25 pounds (10-11 kg), Female: 20-23 pounds (9-10 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 77 pounds (35 kg), Female: 60 pounds (27 kg)	Male: 7.5 pounds (3.5 kg)	Male: 23.5 pounds (10.5 kg), Female: 21.5 pounds (9.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, German Shepherd or Toy Poodle or Beagle? German Shepherd vs Toy Poodle vs Beagle height comparison:	Male: 24-26 inches (60-65 cm), Female: 22-24 inches (55-60 cm)	Up to 10 inches (25.4 cm)	Male: 14-16 inches (36-41 cm), Female: 13-15 inches (33-38 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 25 inches (62.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (57.5 cm)	Up to 10 inches (25.4 cm)	Male: 15 inches (38.5 cm), Female: 14 inches (35.5 cm)

German Shepherd vs Toy Poodle vs Beagle Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, German Shepherd or Toy Poodle or Beagle? Which is more expensive?	$800-$2000	$1000-$1500	$500-$800
Availability Which is easier to get, German Shepherd or Toy Poodle or Beagle?	Very frequent: The German Shepherd is quite easy to get.	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.	Very frequent: The Beagle is quite easy to get.

German Shepherd vs Toy Poodle vs Beagle Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? German Shepherd vs Toy Poodle vs Beagle intelligence:	Outstanding: German Shepherd is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Outstanding: Toy Poodle is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability German Shepherd vs Toy Poodle vs Beagle trainability comparison.	German Shepherd dogs are easy to train. See more.	Toy Poodle dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Beagle dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: German Shepherd or Toy Poodle or Beagle?	German Shepherd dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Toy Poodle dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Beagle dogs are not the best choice if you want a good watchdog. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog German Shepherd or Toy Poodle or Beagle? 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.	Toy Poodle dogs are average defenders. See more.	Beagle dogs can't provide protection for their territory. See more.
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German Shepherd vs Toy Poodle vs Beagle Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, German Shepherd or Toy Poodle or Beagle? German Shepherd vs Toy Poodle vs Beagle behavior/temperament comparison:	Curious Alert Courageous Intelligent Confident Obedient Loyal Watchful	Active Alert Intelligent Trainable Faithful Instinctual	Loving Independent Intelligent Friendly Lively Gentle Sweet
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 Toy Poodle vs Beagle?	High: German Shepherd dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Toy Poodle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Beagle 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 Toy Poodle vs Beagle social needs comparison:	German Shepherd dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Toy Poodle dogs are a social breed. See more.	Beagle 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.	Toy Poodle dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Beagle 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.	Toy Poodle dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.	Beagle 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 Toy Poodle vs Beagle Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness German Shepherd vs Toy Poodle vs Beagle playfulness comparison:	Average: German Shepherds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Toy Poodle is a playful breed. See more.	The Beagle is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: German Shepherd vs Toy Poodle vs Beagle?	Low to Average: The German Shepherd rarely barks. See more.	Average to High: The Toy Poodle is a vocal breed. See more.	A lot: Beagle 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 Toy Poodle or Beagle?	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.	Very house-friendly dog the Toy Poodle breed.	It is not recommended to keep the Beagle breed in the home.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

German Shepherd vs Toy Poodle vs Beagle 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.	Toy Poodle dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Beagle 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 Toy Poodle or Beagle?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Toy Poodle 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.	Beagle dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

German Shepherd vs Toy Poodle vs Beagle Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

German Shepherd vs Toy Poodle vs Beagle Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues German Shepherd vs Toy Poodle vs Beagle health comparison. Which is the healthier: German Shepherd vs Toy Poodle vs Beagle?	German Shepherds are commonly healthy dogs.	The Toy Poodle is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Beagle is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: German Shepherd vs Toy Poodle vs Beagle? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? German Shepherd vs Toy Poodle vs Beagle 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	Heart Murmurs Slipped Stifle Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Ear Infections Skin Allergies Canine Diabetes Mellitus Autoimmune Hemolytic Anemia	Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Intervertebral Disk Disease Cherry Eye Distichiasis Glaucoma Beagle Dwarfism Chinese Beagle Syndrome
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 Toy Poodle should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Beagle should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy German Shepherd vs Toy Poodle vs Beagle lifespan comparison. How long do German Shepherd, Toy Poodle and Beagle breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	9-13 years The average lifespan of German Shepherd: 11 years	14-16 years The average lifespan of Toy Poodle: 15 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Beagle: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: German Shepherd vs Toy Poodle vs Beagle?	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 warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.

German Shepherd vs Toy Poodle vs Beagle Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a German Shepherd or Toy Poodle or Beagle? German Shepherd vs Toy Poodle vs Beagle energy level comparison:	German Shepherd dogs are high-energy dogs.	Toy Poodle dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Beagle 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 Toy Poodle vs Beagle exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: German Shepherd or Toy Poodle or Beagle? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	German Shepherd dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Toy Poodle dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Beagle dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: German Shepherd or Toy Poodle or Beagle?	German Shepherd dogs don't need too much sleep.	Toy Poodle dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Beagle dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

German Shepherd vs Toy Poodle vs Beagle Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: German Shepherd or Toy Poodle or Beagle?	3 to 4 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1/4 to 1 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	0.5 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 Toy Poodle vs Beagle 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 Toy Poodle's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	High: The Beagle breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

German Shepherd vs Toy Poodle vs Beagle Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? German Shepherd vs Toy Poodle vs Beagle coat comparison:	Fuzzy	Dense Curly Thick	Dense
Colors What are the original German Shepherd, Toy Poodle and Beagle color?	Black Tan Red Silver	Black Gray Red Blue Cream White Silver Brown Fawn Beige Apricot	Black Tan Red White Tricolor
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, German Shepherd or Toy Poodle or Beagle? German Shepherd vs Toy Poodle vs Beagle grooming comparison:	Average: The German Shepherd requires average grooming effort. See more.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Effortless: The Beagle requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more German Shepherd or Toy Poodle or Beagle? German Shepherd or Toy Poodle or {name3 shedding:	German Shepherd dogs are heavy shedders. See more.	Toy Poodle dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Beagle dogs shed moderately. 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 Toy Poodle or Beagle?	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.
Hypoallergenic German Shepherd vs Toy Poodle vs Beagle hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	Yes 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 Toy Poodle vs Beagle?	Medium ⏺ The German Shepherd has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Toy Poodle has a low chance of bad smell.	High 🔼 The Beagle 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 Toy Poodle is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Beagle is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

German Shepherd vs Toy Poodle vs Beagle Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	German Shepherd dogs are generally with other pets.	Toy Poodle dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Beagle dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly German Shepherd or Toy Poodle or Beagle? Which dog is more friendly?	German Shepherd dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Toy Poodle dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Beagle 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 Toy Poodle or Beagle?	German Shepherd dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Toy Poodle dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Beagle dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly German Shepherd or Toy Poodle or Beagle?	German Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Toy Poodle dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Beagle dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly German Shepherd or Toy Poodle or Beagle?	German Shepherd dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Toy Poodle dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Beagle dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: German Shepherd vs Toy Poodle vs Beagle?	Yes German Shepherd dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Toy Poodle dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Beagle 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 Toy Poodle is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Beagle 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.	Toy Poodles are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Beagles are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

German Shepherd vs Toy Poodle vs Beagle 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 Toy Poodle or Beagle? Which is better for autism?	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.
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.	Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.
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 Toy Poodle vs Beagle?	Not really German Shepherd breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Toy Poodle breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Yes Beagle 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.	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 Toy Poodle vs Beagle 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 Toy Poodle and Beagle have?	6-10 puppies	2-4 puppies	2-14 puppies, average 7
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German Shepherd vs Toy Poodle vs Beagle Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	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 1885 as a Hound 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 Scent hounds and related breeds group, in the Scent hounds 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	Dog Registry of America Inc.	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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