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Name	Lurcher	St. Bernard	German Shepherd
Origins	United Kingdom	Switzerland Italy	Germany
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Working Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Poacher's Dog Long Haired Lurcher	Alpine Mastiff Bernhardiner St. Barnhardshund St. Bernard Saint	Alsatian wolf dog Berger Allemand Deutscher Schäferhund Schäferhund Alsatian
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Lurcher vs St. Bernard vs German Shepherd breed type comparison:	Cross Breed	Purebred	Purebred

Lurcher vs St. Bernard vs German Shepherd Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Lurcher or St. Bernard or German Shepherd? Which is the smallest dog, Lurcher or St. Bernard or German Shepherd?	Large	Giant	Large
Weight Which is heavier, Lurcher or St. Bernard or St. Bernard? Lurcher vs St. Bernard vs German Shepherd weight comparison:	60-70 pounds (27-32 kg)	110-200 pounds (50-91 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?	65 pounds (29.5 kg)	155 pounds (70.5 kg)	Male: 77 pounds (35 kg), Female: 60 pounds (27 kg)
Height Which is taller, Lurcher or St. Bernard or German Shepherd? Lurcher vs St. Bernard vs German Shepherd height comparison:	22-28 inches (55-71 cm)	25.5-27.5 inches (61-70 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?	25 inches (63 cm)	25.5-27.5 inches (65.5 cm)	Male: 25 inches (62.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (57.5 cm)

Lurcher vs St. Bernard vs German Shepherd Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Lurcher or St. Bernard or German Shepherd? Which is more expensive?	$600-$800	$1500-$1800	$800-$2000
Availability Which is easier to get, Lurcher or St. Bernard or German Shepherd?	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 St.	Very frequent: The German Shepherd is quite easy to get.

Lurcher vs St. Bernard vs German Shepherd Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Lurcher vs St. Bernard vs German Shepherd intelligence:	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Outstanding: German Shepherd is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.
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Trainability Lurcher vs St. Bernard vs German Shepherd trainability comparison.	Lurcher dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	A slightly harder to train than average. See more.	German Shepherd dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Lurcher or St. Bernard or German Shepherd?	Lurcher dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	St. See more.	German Shepherd dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Lurcher or St. Bernard or German Shepherd? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Lurcher dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	St. See more.	German Shepherd dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Lurcher vs St. Bernard vs German Shepherd Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Lurcher or St. Bernard or German Shepherd? Lurcher vs St. Bernard vs German Shepherd behavior/temperament comparison:	Funny Loving Affectionate	Independent Happy Friendly Gentle Going Social Quiet	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: St. 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: Lurcher vs St. Bernard vs German Shepherd?	High: Lurcher dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: St. See more.	High: German Shepherd dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Lurcher vs St. Bernard vs German Shepherd social needs comparison:	Lurcher dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	St. 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?	The wanderlust potential of the Lurcher is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	St. 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?	Lurcher dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Their prey drive is low. 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

Lurcher vs St. Bernard vs German Shepherd Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Lurcher vs St. Bernard vs German Shepherd playfulness comparison:	Average: Lurchers, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	St. See more.	Average: German Shepherds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Lurcher vs St. Bernard vs German Shepherd?	Average: The Lurcher barks occasionally. See more.	Low: The St. 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 Lurcher or St. Bernard or German Shepherd?	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 St.	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

Lurcher vs St. Bernard vs German Shepherd Adaptability and Independence Comparison

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

Lurcher vs St. Bernard vs German Shepherd Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Lurcher vs St. Bernard vs German Shepherd Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Lurcher vs St. Bernard vs German Shepherd health comparison. Which is the healthier: Lurcher vs St. Bernard vs German Shepherd?	The Lurcher is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Very healthy dog breed.	German Shepherds are commonly healthy dogs.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Lurcher vs St. Bernard vs German Shepherd? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Lurcher vs St. Bernard vs German Shepherd health problems comparison:	Bloat	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Allergies Bloat Epilepsy Entropion Elbow Dysplasia Dilated Cardiomyopathy	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 Lurcher should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Rare The St.	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 Lurcher vs St. Bernard vs German Shepherd lifespan comparison. How long do Lurcher, St. Bernard and German Shepherd breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	12-14 years The average lifespan of Lurcher: 13 years	8-10 years The average lifespan of St.	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: Lurcher vs St. Bernard vs German Shepherd?	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.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.

Lurcher vs St. Bernard vs German Shepherd Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Lurcher vs St. Bernard vs German Shepherd Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Lurcher or St. Bernard or German Shepherd?	2.5 to 3.5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, 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? Lurcher vs St. Bernard vs German Shepherd weight gain potential comparison:	Low to Average: The Lurcher has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the St. See more.	Low to Average: The German Shepherd has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.
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Lurcher vs St. Bernard vs German Shepherd Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Lurcher vs St. Bernard vs German Shepherd coat comparison:	Thick Smooth Straight	Dense Rough Smooth	Fuzzy
Colors What are the original Lurcher, St. Bernard and German Shepherd color?	Any	Black Red White Brown Brindle Tricolor	Black Tan Red Silver
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Lurcher or St. Bernard or German Shepherd? Lurcher vs St. Bernard vs German Shepherd grooming comparison:	Average: The Lurcher requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The St. 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 Lurcher or St. Bernard or German Shepherd? Lurcher or St. Bernard or {name3 shedding:	Lurcher dogs shed moderately. See more.	St. 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: Lurcher or St. Bernard or German Shepherd?	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.	8-12 weeks Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.
Hypoallergenic Lurcher vs St. Bernard 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, Lurcher vs St. Bernard vs German Shepherd?	Low 🔽 The Lurcher has a low chance of bad smell.	High 🔼 The St.	Medium ⏺ The German Shepherd has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Lurcher is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The St. See more.	The German Shepherd is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Lurcher vs St. Bernard vs German Shepherd Good With Comparison

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

Lurcher vs St. Bernard 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: Lurcher or St. Bernard or German Shepherd? 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.	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.	Yes This breed would make an excellent 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: Lurcher vs St. Bernard vs German Shepherd?	Not really Lurcher breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really St. 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.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

Lurcher vs St. Bernard 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 Lurcher and St. Bernard and German Shepherd have?	3-5 puppies	6-8 puppies	6-10 puppies
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Lurcher vs St. Bernard 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 1885 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.	Not recognized by FCI.	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 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	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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