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Name	Koolie	German Shepherd	Huntaway
Origins	Australia	Germany	New Zealand
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Group	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	German Coolie German Koolie Australian Koolie	Alsatian wolf dog Berger Allemand Deutscher Schäferhund Schäferhund Alsatian	NZ Huntaway New Zealand Huntaway New Zealand Sheepdog
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Koolie vs German Shepherd vs Huntaway breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Koolie vs German Shepherd vs Huntaway Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Koolie or German Shepherd or Huntaway? Which is the smallest dog, Koolie or German Shepherd or Huntaway?	Large Medium	Large	Large
Weight Which is heavier, Koolie or German Shepherd or German Shepherd? Koolie vs German Shepherd vs Huntaway weight comparison:	33-53 pounds (15-24 kg)	Male: 66-88 pounds (30-40 kg), Female: 49-71 pounds (22-32 kg)	40-65 pounds (18-30 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	43 pounds (19.5 kg)	Male: 77 pounds (35 kg), Female: 60 pounds (27 kg)	52.5 pounds (24 kg)
Height Which is taller, Koolie or German Shepherd or Huntaway? Koolie vs German Shepherd vs Huntaway height comparison:	13-23 inches (34-60 cm)	Male: 24-26 inches (60-65 cm), Female: 22-24 inches (55-60 cm)	20-24 inches (51-61 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	18 inches (47 cm)	Male: 25 inches (62.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (57.5 cm)	22 inches (56 cm)

Koolie vs German Shepherd vs Huntaway Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Koolie or German Shepherd or Huntaway? Which is more expensive?	$400-$600	$800-$2000	$300-$400
Availability Which is easier to get, Koolie or German Shepherd or Huntaway?	Average: The Koolie is a commonly available dog breed.	Very frequent: The German Shepherd is quite easy to get.	Average: The Huntaway is a commonly available dog breed.

Koolie vs German Shepherd vs Huntaway Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Koolie vs German Shepherd vs Huntaway intelligence:	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Outstanding: German Shepherd is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Smart: The Huntaway dogs have great intelligence. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Koolie vs German Shepherd vs Huntaway trainability comparison.	Koolie dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	German Shepherd dogs are easy to train. See more.	Huntaway dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Koolie or German Shepherd or Huntaway?	Koolie dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	German Shepherd dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Huntaway dogs are not the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Koolie or German Shepherd or Huntaway? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Koolie dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	German Shepherd dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Huntaway dogs are not the best to protect their territory. See more.
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Koolie vs German Shepherd vs Huntaway Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Koolie or German Shepherd or Huntaway? Koolie vs German Shepherd vs Huntaway behavior/temperament comparison:	Intelligent Affectionate Dominant Dedicated Temperate Diligent	Curious Alert Courageous Intelligent Confident Obedient Loyal Watchful	Active Energetic Intelligent Friendly Trainable Vocal
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Sensitive: Koolie dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	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.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Koolie vs German Shepherd vs Huntaway?	High: Koolie dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: German Shepherd dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: Huntaway dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
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Social Needs Koolie vs German Shepherd vs Huntaway social needs comparison:	Koolie dogs are a social breed. See more.	German Shepherd dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Huntaway dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Koolie dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	German Shepherd dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.	Huntaway dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Koolie 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.	German Shepherd dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Their prey drive is low. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Koolie vs German Shepherd vs Huntaway Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Koolie vs German Shepherd vs Huntaway playfulness comparison:	Average: Koolies, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: German Shepherds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Huntaway is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Koolie vs German Shepherd vs Huntaway?	Average: The Koolie barks occasionally. See more.	Low to Average: The German Shepherd rarely barks. See more.	A lot: Huntaway 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 Koolie or German Shepherd or Huntaway?	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 Koolie 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 German Shepherd indoors.	It is not recommended to keep the Huntaway breed in the home.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Koolie vs German Shepherd vs Huntaway Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Koolie dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	German Shepherd dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Huntaway dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Koolie or German Shepherd or Huntaway?	Koolie 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.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Huntaway 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.

Koolie vs German Shepherd vs Huntaway Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Koolie vs German Shepherd vs Huntaway Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Koolie vs German Shepherd vs Huntaway health comparison. Which is the healthier: Koolie vs German Shepherd vs Huntaway?	The Koolie is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	German Shepherds are commonly healthy dogs.	Very healthy dog breed.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Koolie vs German Shepherd vs Huntaway? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Koolie vs German Shepherd vs Huntaway health problems comparison:	Blindness Deafness	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
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Koolie should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Rare The German Shepherd should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Rare The Huntaway should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Koolie vs German Shepherd vs Huntaway lifespan comparison. How long do Koolie, German Shepherd and Huntaway breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	16-18 years The average lifespan of Koolie: 17 years	9-13 years The average lifespan of German Shepherd: 11 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Huntaway: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Koolie vs German Shepherd vs Huntaway?	Prefers warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. 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.

Koolie vs German Shepherd vs Huntaway Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Koolie vs German Shepherd vs Huntaway Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Koolie or German Shepherd or Huntaway?	1.5 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	3 to 4 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
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Koolie vs German Shepherd vs Huntaway weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Koolie has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Low to Average: The German Shepherd has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Huntaway has an average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Koolie vs German Shepherd vs Huntaway Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Koolie vs German Shepherd vs Huntaway coat comparison:	Rough Smooth Double	Fuzzy	Rough Smooth
Colors What are the original Koolie, German Shepherd and Huntaway color?	Black Red Blue Tricolor Chocolate Merle	Black Tan Red Silver	Black & Tan
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Koolie or German Shepherd or Huntaway? Koolie vs German Shepherd vs Huntaway grooming comparison:	Easy to groom: The Koolie doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Average: The German Shepherd requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The Huntaway requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Koolie or German Shepherd or Huntaway? Koolie or German Shepherd or {name3 shedding:	Koolie dogs shed moderately. See more.	German Shepherd dogs are heavy shedders. See more.	Huntaway 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: Koolie or German Shepherd or Huntaway?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	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.
Hypoallergenic Koolie vs German Shepherd vs Huntaway hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Koolie vs German Shepherd vs Huntaway?	Medium ⏺ The Koolie has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The German Shepherd has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Huntaway has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Koolie is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The German Shepherd is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Huntaway is an average drooler. See more.

Koolie vs German Shepherd vs Huntaway Good With Comparison

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

Koolie vs German Shepherd vs Huntaway As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes good 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: Koolie or German Shepherd or Huntaway? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
Therapy Dog Breeds
Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	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.	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?	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.	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: Koolie vs German Shepherd vs Huntaway?	Not really Koolie breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really German Shepherd breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Huntaway 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	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat 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.

Koolie vs German Shepherd vs Huntaway 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 Koolie and German Shepherd and Huntaway have?	4-6 puppies	6-10 puppies	5-7 puppies
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Koolie vs German Shepherd vs Huntaway Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1908 as a Herding breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section.	Not recognized by FCI.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. Australian National Kennel Council	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. New Zealand Kennel Club

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