Lurcher vs Old German Shepherd Dog Comparison – Which dog is better Poacher's Dog or Deutscher Schäferhund?

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Name	Lurcher	Old German Shepherd Dog
Origins	United Kingdom	Germany
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs
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Common Names & Aliases Compare different names used for Lurcher and Old German Shepherd Dog. What other names are these breeds known by?	Poacher's Dog Long Haired Lurcher	Deutscher Schäferhund Langstockhaariger
Breed Classification Compare breed classifications between a Lurcher and an Old German Shepherd Dog. Learn about their genetic backgrounds.	Cross Breed	Purebred

Lurcher vs Old German Shepherd Dog Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Which is bigger: a Lurcher or an Old German Shepherd Dog? Compare size differences between these breeds.	Large	Large
Weight Statistics Compare weight ranges between a Lurcher and an Old German Shepherd Dog. Which breed is heavier?	60-70 pounds (27-32 kg)	Male: 49-88 pounds (22-40 kg) Female: 44-83 pounds (20-37 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	65 pounds (29.5 kg)	Male: 68.5 pounds (31 kg), Female: 63.5 pounds (28.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Lurcher or Old German Shepherd Dog? Is a Lurcher taller than an Old German Shepherd Dog?	22-28 inches (55-71 cm)	Male: 22-26 inches (56-66 cm), Female: 20-24 inches (51-61 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	25 inches (63 cm)	Male: 24 inches (57 cm), Female: 22 inches (56 cm)

Lurcher vs Old German Shepherd Dog Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy prices between a Lurcher and an Old German Shepherd Dog. Which breed costs more?	$600-$800	Unknown
Availability Which is easier to get, Lurcher or Old German Shepherd Dog?	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.	Average: The Old German Shepherd Dog is a commonly available dog breed.

Lurcher vs Old German Shepherd Dog Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Which is smarter: a Lurcher or an Old German Shepherd Dog? Compare intelligence rankings and learning abilities.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Outstanding: Old German Shepherd Dog is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Training Difficulty Which is easier to train: a Lurcher or an Old German Shepherd Dog? Compare training requirements.	Lurcher dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Old German Shepherd Dog 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 Lurcher or an Old German Shepherd Dog? Compare alertness levels.	Lurcher dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Old German Shepherd Dog dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Which is more protective: a Lurcher or an Old German Shepherd Dog? Compare territorial behaviors.	Lurcher dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Old German Shepherd Dog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Lurcher vs Old German Shepherd Dog Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits Compare personalities of a Lurcher and an Old German Shepherd Dog. How do their temperaments differ?	Funny Loving Affectionate	Curious Alert Courageous Intelligent Confident Obedient Loyal Watchful
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Lurcher vs Old German Shepherd Dog?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Sensitive: Old German Shepherd Dog 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: Lurcher vs Old German Shepherd Dog?	High: Lurcher dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Old German Shepherd Dog dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Lurcher vs Old German Shepherd Dog social needs comparison:	Lurcher dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Old German Shepherd Dog dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between Lurcher vs Old German Shepherd Dog?	The wanderlust potential of the Lurcher is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Old German Shepherd Dog dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between Lurcher vs Old German Shepherd Dog? Which can be better for hunting?	Lurcher dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Old German Shepherd Dog 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

Lurcher vs Old German Shepherd Dog Activity and Playfulness Comparison

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

Lurcher vs Old German Shepherd Dog Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Which adapts better to changes: a Lurcher or an Old German Shepherd Dog? Compare adaptability levels.	Average: Lurcher dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Old German Shepherd Dog dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Lurcher or Old German Shepherd Dog?	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.

Lurcher vs Old German Shepherd Dog Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Which has lower bite risk: a Lurcher or an Old German Shepherd Dog? Compare biting tendencies.	Low 🔽 The Lurcher has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Old German Shepherd Dog has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Which is more mouthy: a Lurcher or an Old German Shepherd Dog? Compare mouthing behaviors.	Lurcher dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Old German Shepherd Dog dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.
Bite Strength Rating Which has a stronger bite: a Lurcher or an Old German Shepherd Dog? Compare bite force PSI.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Lurcher bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Old German Shepherd Dog bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force

Lurcher vs Old German Shepherd Dog Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Which lives longer: a Lurcher or an Old German Shepherd Dog? Compare average lifespans.	12-14 years The average lifespan of Lurcher: 13 years	11-13 years The average lifespan of Old German Shepherd Dog: 12 years
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Climate Tolerance Which handles weather better: a Lurcher or an Old German Shepherd Dog? Compare climate tolerances.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. 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 common health issues between a Lurcher and an Old German Shepherd Dog. Which breed is healthier?	The Lurcher is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Old German Shepherd Dog 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: Lurcher vs Old German Shepherd Dog?	Average The Lurcher should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Old German Shepherd Dog 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: Lurcher vs Old German Shepherd Dog? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Lurcher vs Old German Shepherd Dog health problems comparison:	Bloat	No data available

Lurcher vs Old German Shepherd Dog Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Lurcher vs Old German Shepherd Dog Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Which gains weight easier: a Lurcher or an Old German Shepherd Dog? Compare obesity risks.	Low to Average: The Lurcher has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Low to Average: The Old German Shepherd Dog has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity
Food Consumption Which eats more: a Lurcher or an Old German Shepherd Dog? Compare daily food needs.	2.5 to 3.5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, divided into two meals.	2.5 to 4 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot

Lurcher vs Old German Shepherd Dog Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Which is more hypoallergenic: a Lurcher or an Old German Shepherd Dog? Compare allergy friendliness.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Coat Colors What color variations exist for Lurcher and Old German Shepherd Dog? Compare breed colors.	Any	Black Tan Brown Grey
Grooming Requirements Which needs more grooming: a Lurcher or an Old German Shepherd Dog? Compare maintenance needs.	Average: The Lurcher requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The Old German Shepherd Dog requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Drooling Tendency Which drools more: a Lurcher or an Old German Shepherd Dog? Compare drooling amounts.	The Lurcher is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The Old German Shepherd Dog is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Which has less odor: a Lurcher or an Old German Shepherd Dog? Compare natural smell levels.	Low 🔽 The Lurcher has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Old German Shepherd Dog has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics How do coats differ between a Lurcher and an Old German Shepherd Dog? Compare fur types.	Thick Smooth Straight	Wiry Fuzzy Shaggy Smooth
Bathing Needs Which needs more baths: a Lurcher or an Old German Shepherd Dog? Compare bathing frequencies.	6-8 weeks 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.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Lurcher or Old German Shepherd Dog? Do Lurcher dogs shed more than Old German Shepherd Dog dogs?	Lurcher dogs shed moderately. See more.	Old German Shepherd Dog dogs are heavy shedders. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most

Lurcher vs Old German Shepherd Dog Good With Comparison

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

Lurcher vs Old German Shepherd Dog As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Which makes a better service dog: a Lurcher or an Old German Shepherd Dog? 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 Lurcher or an Old German Shepherd Dog? Compare therapy capabilities.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.
Therapy Dog Breeds
Scent Detection Ability Which is better at detection work: a Lurcher or an Old German Shepherd Dog? Compare scenting abilities.	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 Which is better for search and rescue: a Lurcher or an Old German Shepherd Dog? 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 Lurcher or an Old German Shepherd Dog? Compare maritime abilities.	Not really Lurcher breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Old German Shepherd Dog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Which is better at pulling: a Lurcher or an Old German Shepherd Dog? Compare draft work capabilities.	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.
Military Service Background Compare military history between Lurcher and Old German Shepherd Dog. Which has stronger military background?	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.

Lurcher vs Old German Shepherd Dog Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare litter sizes between Lurcher and Old German Shepherd Dog. Which has larger litters?	3-5 puppies	6-10 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare pregnancy duration between Lurcher and Old German Shepherd Dog breeds.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding frequencies between Lurcher and Old German Shepherd Dog. 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.

Lurcher vs Old German Shepherd Dog Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC classifications of Lurcher and Old German Shepherd Dog. 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 Lurcher and Old German Shepherd Dog. Which groups are they in?	Not recognized by FCI.	Not recognized by FCI.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare kennel club recognition between Lurcher and Old German Shepherd Dog. Which is more widely recognized?	Dog Registry of America Inc.	No data available

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