Kangal Dog vs Doberman Pit Comparison – Which dog is better Kangal Shepherd Dog or Doberman Pit?

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Name	Kangal Dog	Doberman Pit
Origins	Turkey	United States Germany
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Group	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Designer Dogs
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Common Names & Aliases Compare different names used for Kangal Dog and Doberman Pit. What other names are these breeds known by?	Kangal Shepherd Dog Sivas Kangal Turkish Kangal Kangal Coban Kopegi	No data available
Breed Classification Compare breed classifications between a Kangal Dog and a Doberman Pit. Learn about their genetic backgrounds.	Purebred	Cross Breed

Kangal Dog vs Doberman Pit Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Which is bigger: a Kangal Dog or a Doberman Pit? Compare size differences between these breeds.	Giant	Medium
Weight Statistics Compare weight ranges between a Kangal Dog and a Doberman Pit. Which breed is heavier?	Male: 110-145 pounds (50-66 kg), Female: 90-120 pounds (41-54 kg)	35-80 pounds (16-36 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 127.5 pounds (58 kg), Female: 105 pounds (47.5 kg)	57.5 pounds (26 kg)
Height Which is taller, Kangal Dog or Doberman Pit? Is a Kangal Dog taller than a Doberman Pit?	Male: 30-32 inches (77-86 cm), Female: 28-30 inches (72-77 cm)	Male: 26-28 inches (66-71cm), Female: 24-26 inches (61-66 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 31 inches (81.5 cm), Female: 29 inches (74.5 cm)	Male: 27 inches (68.5 cm), Female: 25 inches (63.5 cm)

Kangal Dog vs Doberman Pit Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy prices between a Kangal Dog and a Doberman Pit. Which breed costs more?	$600-$800	$800-$1000
Availability Which is easier to get, Kangal Dog or Doberman Pit?	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.	Frequent: The Doberman Pit is easier than average to get.

Kangal Dog vs Doberman Pit Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Which is smarter: a Kangal Dog or a Doberman Pit? Compare intelligence rankings and learning abilities.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Smart: The Doberman Pit dogs have great intelligence. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Training Difficulty Which is easier to train: a Kangal Dog or a Doberman Pit? Compare training requirements.	Kangal Dog dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Doberman Pit dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Rating Which makes a better watchdog: a Kangal Dog or a Doberman Pit? Compare alertness levels.	Kangal Dog dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Doberman Pit dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Which is more protective: a Kangal Dog or a Doberman Pit? Compare territorial behaviors.	Kangal Dog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Doberman Pit dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
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Kangal Dog vs Doberman Pit Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits Compare personalities of a Kangal Dog and a Doberman Pit. How do their temperaments differ?	Independent Protective Alert Sensitive Selfish Calm Controlled	Stubborn Clownish Energetic Alert Courageous Intelligent Friendly Affectionate Obedient Loyal Strong Willed Aggressive Fearless
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Kangal Dog vs Doberman Pit?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Sensitive: Doberman Pit 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: Kangal Dog vs Doberman Pit?	High: Kangal Dog dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Doberman Pit dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Kangal Dog vs Doberman Pit social needs comparison:	Kangal Dog dogs are known to be antisocial. See more.	Doberman Pit dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between Kangal Dog vs Doberman Pit?	Kangal Dog dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Doberman Pit dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between Kangal Dog vs Doberman Pit? Which can be better for hunting?	Kangal Dog 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.	Doberman Pit 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

Kangal Dog vs Doberman Pit Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Which breed barks more: a Kangal Dog or a Doberman Pit? Compare vocalization tendencies.	Low to Average: The Kangal Dog rarely barks. See more.	Average: The Doberman Pit barks occasionally. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Playful Nature Which breed is more playful: a Kangal Dog or a Doberman Pit? Compare play drive and energy.	Average: Kangal Dogs, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Doberman Pit is a playful breed. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Which is better for apartments: a Kangal Dog or a Doberman Pit? Compare living space needs.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Kangal Dog breed.	Apartment-friendly dog the Doberman Pit breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Kangal Dog vs Doberman Pit Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Which adapts better to changes: a Kangal Dog or a Doberman Pit? Compare adaptability levels.	Average: Kangal Dog dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Doberman Pit dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Kangal Dog or Doberman Pit?	Kangal Dog dogs love being alone, they need their own free time.	Doberman Pit 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.

Kangal Dog vs Doberman Pit Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Which has lower bite risk: a Kangal Dog or a Doberman Pit? Compare biting tendencies.	Low 🔽 The Kangal Dog has a low chance of biting somebody.	Moderate ⏺ The Doberman Pit has an average chance of biting somebody. High 🔼 The Doberman Pit has a high chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Which is more mouthy: a Kangal Dog or a Doberman Pit? Compare mouthing behaviors.	Kangal Dog dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Doberman Pit dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.
Bite Strength Rating Which has a stronger bite: a Kangal Dog or a Doberman Pit? Compare bite force PSI.	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Kangal Dog bite force: The Strongest.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Doberman Pit bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force

Kangal Dog vs Doberman Pit Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Which lives longer: a Kangal Dog or a Doberman Pit? Compare average lifespans.	11-15 years The average lifespan of Kangal Dog: 13 years	10-14 years The average lifespan of Doberman Pit: 12 years
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Climate Tolerance Which handles weather better: a Kangal Dog or a Doberman Pit? Compare climate tolerances.	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.
Health Concerns Compare common health issues between a Kangal Dog and a Doberman Pit. Which breed is healthier?	The Kangal Dog is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Doberman Pit is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Kangal Dog vs Doberman Pit?	Average The Kangal Dog should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Doberman Pit should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Kangal Dog vs Doberman Pit? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Kangal Dog vs Doberman Pit health problems comparison:	Fatty Tumors	Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Demodectic Mange Skin Allergies Wobbler's Syndrome Cardiomyopathy

Kangal Dog vs Doberman Pit Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Which breed is more energetic: a Kangal Dog or a Doberman Pit? Compare activity levels.	Kangal Dog dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.	Doberman Pit dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Kangal Dog vs Doberman Pit exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Kangal Dog or Doberman Pit? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Kangal Dog dogs have an average exercise need.	Doberman Pit dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Kangal Dog or Doberman Pit?	Kangal Dog dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	Doberman Pit dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Kangal Dog vs Doberman Pit Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Which gains weight easier: a Kangal Dog or a Doberman Pit? Compare obesity risks.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Kangal Dog's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average: The Doberman Pit has an average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity
Food Consumption Which eats more: a Kangal Dog or a Doberman Pit? Compare daily food needs.	8 to 10 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals	5 to 6 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot

Kangal Dog vs Doberman Pit Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Which is more hypoallergenic: a Kangal Dog or a Doberman Pit? Compare allergy friendliness.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Coat Colors What color variations exist for Kangal Dog and Doberman Pit? Compare breed colors.	Black Gray Cream	Black Gray Tan Red Blue White Brown Yellow
Grooming Requirements Which needs more grooming: a Kangal Dog or a Doberman Pit? Compare maintenance needs.	Average: The Kangal Dog requires average grooming effort. See more.	Easy to groom: The Doberman Pit doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Drooling Tendency Which drools more: a Kangal Dog or a Doberman Pit? Compare drooling amounts.	The Kangal Dog drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed. See more.	The Doberman Pit is an average drooler. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Which has less odor: a Kangal Dog or a Doberman Pit? Compare natural smell levels.	Medium ⏺ The Kangal Dog has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Doberman Pit has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics How do coats differ between a Kangal Dog and a Doberman Pit? Compare fur types.	Dense Double	Fine
Bathing Needs Which needs more baths: a Kangal Dog or a Doberman Pit? Compare bathing frequencies.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. 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 Kangal Dog or Doberman Pit? Do Kangal Dog dogs shed more than Doberman Pit dogs?	Kangal Dog dogs are heavy shedders. See more.	Doberman Pit dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most

Kangal Dog vs Doberman Pit Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Which is better with children: a Kangal Dog or a Doberman Pit? Compare kid-friendliness.	Kangal Dog dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Doberman Pit dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Kangal Dog dogs are generally with other pets.	Doberman Pit dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Kangal Dog or Doberman Pit? Which dog is more friendly?	Kangal Dog dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Doberman Pit dogs are not the most 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 Kangal Dog or Doberman Pit?	Kangal Dog dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Doberman Pit dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Kangal Dog or Doberman Pit? Can a Kangal Dog and a Doberman Pit be friends? Do Kangal Dog dogs get along with Doberman Pit dogs?	Kangal Dog dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Doberman Pit dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: Kangal Dog vs Doberman Pit?	Yes Kangal Dog dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Doberman Pit dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Kangal Dog is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Doberman Pit is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Kangal Dogs are usually recommended for elderly people.	Doberman Pits are usually recommended for elderly people.

Kangal Dog vs Doberman Pit As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Which makes a better service dog: a Kangal Dog or a Doberman Pit? Compare service capabilities.	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 Which is better for therapy work: a Kangal Dog or a Doberman Pit? Compare therapy capabilities.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
Therapy Dog Breeds
Scent Detection Ability Which is better at detection work: a Kangal Dog or a Doberman Pit? Compare scenting abilities.	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 & Rescue Potential Which is better for search and rescue: a Kangal Dog or a Doberman Pit? Compare SAR abilities.	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 Which is better on boats: a Kangal Dog or a Doberman Pit? Compare maritime abilities.	Not really Kangal Dog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Doberman Pit breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Which is better at pulling: a Kangal Dog or a Doberman Pit? Compare draft work capabilities.	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 history between Kangal Dog and Doberman Pit. Which has stronger military background?	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Kangal Dog vs Doberman Pit Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare litter sizes between Kangal Dog and Doberman Pit. Which has larger litters?	5-10 puppies	6-10 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare pregnancy duration between Kangal Dog and Doberman Pit breeds.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding frequencies between Kangal Dog and Doberman Pit. Which needs longer recovery?	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.

Kangal Dog vs Doberman Pit Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC classifications of Kangal Dog and Doberman Pit. Which groups do they belong to?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Classification Compare FCI classifications of Kangal Dog and Doberman Pit. Which groups are they in?	Not recognized by FCI.	Not recognized by FCI.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare kennel club recognition between Kangal Dog and Doberman Pit. Which is more widely recognized?	American Canine Registry America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club United Kennel Club	No data available

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