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Name	Labrador Husky	Tibetan Mastiff	German Shepherd
Origins	Canada	Tibet	Germany
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Group	Sled Dogs	Working Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Husky-Lab	Tsang-khyi Dok-Khyi	Alsatian wolf dog Berger Allemand Deutscher Schäferhund Schäferhund Alsatian
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Labrador Husky vs Tibetan Mastiff vs German Shepherd breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Labrador Husky vs Tibetan Mastiff vs German Shepherd Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Labrador Husky or Tibetan Mastiff or German Shepherd? Which is the smallest dog, Labrador Husky or Tibetan Mastiff or German Shepherd?	Large	Large	Large
Weight Which is heavier, Labrador Husky or Tibetan Mastiff or Tibetan Mastiff? Labrador Husky vs Tibetan Mastiff vs German Shepherd weight comparison:	60-100 pounds (27-45 kg)	140-170 pounds (64-78 kg)	Male: 66-88 pounds (30-40 kg), Female: 49-71 pounds (22-32 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	80 pounds (36 kg)	155 pounds (71 kg)	Male: 77 pounds (35 kg), Female: 60 pounds (27 kg)
Height Which is taller, Labrador Husky or Tibetan Mastiff or German Shepherd? Labrador Husky vs Tibetan Mastiff vs German Shepherd height comparison:	20-28 inches (51-71 cm)	25-28 inches (61-71 cm)	Male: 24-26 inches (60-65 cm), Female: 22-24 inches (55-60 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	24 inches (61 cm)	26.5 inches (66 cm)	Male: 25 inches (62.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (57.5 cm)

Labrador Husky vs Tibetan Mastiff vs German Shepherd Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Labrador Husky or Tibetan Mastiff or German Shepherd? Which is more expensive?	$400-$800	$2500-$3500	$800-$2000
Availability Which is easier to get, Labrador Husky or Tibetan Mastiff or German Shepherd?	Average: The Labrador Husky is a commonly available dog breed.	Frequent: The Tibetan Mastiff is easier than average to get.	Very frequent: The German Shepherd is quite easy to get.

Labrador Husky vs Tibetan Mastiff vs German Shepherd Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Labrador Husky vs Tibetan Mastiff vs German Shepherd intelligence:	Smart: The Labrador Husky dogs have great intelligence. See more.	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.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Labrador Husky vs Tibetan Mastiff vs German Shepherd trainability comparison.	Labrador Husky dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Tibetan Mastiff dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	German Shepherd dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Labrador Husky or Tibetan Mastiff or German Shepherd?	Labrador Husky dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Tibetan Mastiff dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	German Shepherd dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Labrador Husky or Tibetan Mastiff or German Shepherd? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Labrador Husky dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Tibetan Mastiff dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	German Shepherd dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Labrador Husky vs Tibetan Mastiff vs German Shepherd Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Labrador Husky or Tibetan Mastiff or German Shepherd? Labrador Husky vs Tibetan Mastiff vs German Shepherd behavior/temperament comparison:	Intelligent Friendly Quiet Good natured	Stubborn Aloof Protective Courageous Loyal Strong Willed	Curious Alert Courageous Intelligent Confident Obedient Loyal Watchful
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Sensitive: Tibetan Mastiff 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.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Labrador Husky vs Tibetan Mastiff vs German Shepherd?	Average to High: Labrador Husky dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	Average: Tibetan Mastiff dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	High: German Shepherd dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Labrador Husky vs Tibetan Mastiff vs German Shepherd social needs comparison:	Labrador Husky dogs are a social breed. See more.	Tibetan Mastiff dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	German Shepherd dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Labrador Husky dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	Tibetan Mastiff dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	German Shepherd dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Labrador Husky dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Tibetan Mastiff 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.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Labrador Husky vs Tibetan Mastiff vs German Shepherd Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Labrador Husky vs Tibetan Mastiff vs German Shepherd playfulness comparison:	The Labrador Husky is a highly playful breed. See more.	Average: Tibetan Mastiffs, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: German Shepherds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Labrador Husky vs Tibetan Mastiff vs German Shepherd?	Low to Average: The Labrador Husky rarely barks. See more.	A lot: Tibetan Mastiff is a particularly loud breed. See more.	Low to Average: The German Shepherd rarely barks. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Labrador Husky or Tibetan Mastiff or German Shepherd?	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Labrador Husky breed.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Tibetan Mastiff breed.	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.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Labrador Husky vs Tibetan Mastiff vs German Shepherd Adaptability and Independence Comparison

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

Labrador Husky vs Tibetan Mastiff vs German Shepherd Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Labrador Husky vs Tibetan Mastiff vs German Shepherd Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Labrador Husky vs Tibetan Mastiff vs German Shepherd health comparison. Which is the healthier: Labrador Husky vs Tibetan Mastiff vs German Shepherd?	The Labrador Husky is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Tibetan Mastiffs tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	German Shepherds are commonly healthy dogs.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Labrador Husky vs Tibetan Mastiff vs German Shepherd? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Labrador Husky vs Tibetan Mastiff vs German Shepherd health problems comparison:	No data available	Hip Dysplasia Autoimmune Hypothyroidism Elbow Dysplasia Osteochondrosis Dissecans Panosteitis Canine Inherited Demyelinative Neuropathy	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
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Labrador Husky should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Frequent The Tibetan Mastiff should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Rare The German Shepherd should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Labrador Husky vs Tibetan Mastiff vs German Shepherd lifespan comparison. How long do Labrador Husky, Tibetan Mastiff and German Shepherd breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	11-13 years The average lifespan of Labrador Husky: 12 years	10-14 years The average lifespan of Tibetan Mastiff: 12 years	9-13 years The average lifespan of German Shepherd: 11 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Labrador Husky vs Tibetan Mastiff vs German Shepherd?	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Labrador Husky can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers cold weather The Tibetan Mastiff can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. 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.

Labrador Husky vs Tibetan Mastiff vs German Shepherd Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Labrador Husky vs Tibetan Mastiff vs German Shepherd Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Labrador Husky or Tibetan Mastiff or German Shepherd?	4 to 7 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	6 to 8 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.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Labrador Husky vs Tibetan Mastiff vs German Shepherd weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Labrador Husky has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Tibetan Mastiff's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Low to Average: The German Shepherd has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Labrador Husky vs Tibetan Mastiff vs German Shepherd Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Labrador Husky vs Tibetan Mastiff vs German Shepherd coat comparison:	Thick Double	Thick Hard	Fuzzy
Colors What are the original Labrador Husky, Tibetan Mastiff and German Shepherd color?	Solid Black Solid White Black & White & Red Black & White & Grey	Black Gray Tan Red Blue Brown	Black Tan Red Silver
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Labrador Husky or Tibetan Mastiff or German Shepherd? Labrador Husky vs Tibetan Mastiff vs German Shepherd grooming comparison:	Advanced: The Labrador Husky requires a lot of grooming. See more.	Average: The Tibetan Mastiff requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The German Shepherd requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Labrador Husky or Tibetan Mastiff or German Shepherd? Labrador Husky or Tibetan Mastiff or {name3 shedding:	Labrador Husky dogs shed moderately. See more.	Tibetan Mastiff dogs shed moderately. See more.	German Shepherd dogs are heavy shedders. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Labrador Husky or Tibetan Mastiff or German Shepherd?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	8-12 weeks Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.
Hypoallergenic Labrador Husky vs Tibetan Mastiff vs German Shepherd 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, Labrador Husky vs Tibetan Mastiff vs German Shepherd?	Medium ⏺ The Labrador Husky has an average chance of bad smell.	High 🔼 The Tibetan Mastiff has a high chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The German Shepherd has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Labrador Husky is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The Tibetan Mastiff 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 German Shepherd is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Labrador Husky vs Tibetan Mastiff vs German Shepherd Good With Comparison

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

Labrador Husky vs Tibetan Mastiff vs German Shepherd 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.	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: Labrador Husky or Tibetan Mastiff or German Shepherd? Which is better for autism?	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.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.
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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.	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?	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.	Yes This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Labrador Husky vs Tibetan Mastiff vs German Shepherd?	Not really Labrador Husky breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Tibetan Mastiff 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.
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.	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.
Fighting Dog / Military Dog	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.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

Labrador Husky vs Tibetan Mastiff vs German Shepherd 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 Labrador Husky and Tibetan Mastiff and German Shepherd have?	4-8 puppies	5-12 puppies	6-10 puppies
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Labrador Husky vs Tibetan Mastiff vs German Shepherd 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 2006 as a Working breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1908 as a Herding breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type section.	Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	Dog Registry of America Inc.	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club	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

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