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Compare Mudi and German Shepherd. Which is better: Mudi or German Shepherd or Border Akbash Collie?
Name | Mudi | German Shepherd | Border Akbash Collie |
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Group | Pastoral / Herding Dogs | Pastoral / Herding Dogs | Designer Dogs |
Popularity Rank | 486 | 2 | 909 |
Reviews | 2 | 21 | 0 |
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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Mudi, German Shepherd, and Border Akbash Collie breeds. |
Canis Ovilis Fenyesi Hungarian Mudi |
Alsatian wolf dog Berger Allemand Deutscher Schäferhund Schäferhund Alsatian | No data available |
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Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between Mudi, German Shepherd, and Border Akbash Collie? Compare their breeding categories. | Purebred | Purebred | Cross Breed |
Mudi vs German Shepherd vs Border Akbash Collie Size and Weight Comparison
Size Classification
Compare size differences between Mudi, German Shepherd, and Border Akbash Collie. Which breed is the largest? | Medium | Large | Large |
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Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between Mudi, German Shepherd, and Border Akbash Collie? Compare adult weight ranges. | 18-29 pounds (8-13 kg) | Male: 66-88 pounds (30-40 kg), Female: 49-71 pounds (22-32 kg) | Male: 40-90 pounds (18-40 kg), Female: 35-85 pounds (16-38 kg) |
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight? | 23.5 pounds (10.5 kg) | Male: 77 pounds (35 kg), Female: 60 pounds (27 kg) | Male: 65 pounds (29 kg), Female: 60 pounds (27 kg) |
Height
Which is taller, Mudi or German Shepherd or Border Akbash Collie? Mudi vs German Shepherd vs Border Akbash Collie height comparison: | 15-19 inches (38-48 cm) | Male: 24-26 inches (60-65 cm), Female: 22-24 inches (55-60 cm) | Male: 28–32 inches (71–81 cm), Female: 27–30 inches (69–76 cm) |
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height? | 17 inches (43 cm) | Male: 25 inches (62.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (57.5 cm) | Male: 30 inches (76 cm), Female: 28,5 inches (72,5 cm) |
Mudi vs German Shepherd vs Border Akbash Collie Price and Availability Comparison
Price Range
Compare puppy costs for Mudi, German Shepherd, and Border Akbash Collie. Find price differences between these breeds. | $800-$1000 | $800-$2000 | $600-$800 |
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Availability
Which is easier to get, Mudi or German Shepherd or Border Akbash Collie? | 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 German Shepherd is quite easy to get. | Very frequent: The Border Akbash Collie is quite easy to get. |
Mudi vs German Shepherd vs Border Akbash Collie Trainability and Intelligence Comparison
Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between Mudi, German Shepherd, and Border Akbash Collie. Which breed ranks highest? | Smart: The Mudi dogs have great intelligence. | Outstanding: German Shepherd is one of the brightest dog breeds. | Smart: The Border Akbash Collie dogs have great intelligence. |
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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between Mudi, German Shepherd, and Border Akbash Collie. Which is easiest to train? | Mudi dogs are easy to train. | German Shepherd dogs are easy to train. | Border Akbash Collie dogs are easy to train. |
Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of Mudi, German Shepherd, and Border Akbash Collie. Which breed is most alert? | Mudi dogs are average watchdogs. | German Shepherd dogs are one of the best watchdogs. | Border Akbash Collie dogs are one of the best watchdogs. |
Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between Mudi, German Shepherd, and Border Akbash Collie. Which breed is most protective? | Mudi dogs are average defenders. | German Shepherd dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. | Border Akbash Collie dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. |
Mudi vs German Shepherd vs Border Akbash Collie Personality and Temperament Comparison
Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between Mudi, German Shepherd, and Border Akbash Collie? Compare temperaments. |
Loving Energetic Alert Courageous Intelligent Lively Gentle Watchful Companionable Adaptable Guarding Keen to Work |
Curious Alert Courageous Intelligent Confident Obedient Loyal Watchful |
Independent Energetic Protective Alert Courageous Intelligent Responsive Affectionate Loyal Tenacious |
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Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference? | Mudi dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. | Sensitive: German Shepherd dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. | They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. |
Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Mudi vs German Shepherd vs Border Akbash Collie? | High: Mudi dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. | High: German Shepherd dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. | Average to High: Border Akbash Collie dogs are highly affectionate dogs. |
Social Needs
Mudi vs German Shepherd vs Border Akbash Collie social needs comparison: | Mudi dogs need for social interaction is average. | German Shepherd dogs need for social interaction is average. | Border Akbash Collie dogs are a social breed. |
Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? | Mudi dogs are not the biggest explorers. | German Shepherd dogs are not the biggest explorers. | The wanderlust potential of the Border Akbash Collie is strong enough to escape from home. |
Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting? | Their prey drive is low. | German Shepherd dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. | Border Akbash Collie dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. |
Mudi vs German Shepherd vs Border Akbash Collie Activity and Playfulness Comparison
Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of Mudi, German Shepherd, and Border Akbash Collie. Which breed is most vocal? | Average: The Mudi barks occasionally. | Low to Average: The German Shepherd rarely barks. | Average: The Border Akbash Collie barks occasionally. |
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between Mudi, German Shepherd, and Border Akbash Collie. Which breed is most playful? | Average: Mudis, like any other dog breed, like playing. | Average: German Shepherds, like any other dog breed, like playing. | The Border Akbash Collie is a playful breed. |
Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of Mudi, German Shepherd, and Border Akbash Collie. Which adapts best to small spaces? | 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 Mudi 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 Border Akbash Collie breed in the home. |
Mudi vs German Shepherd vs Border Akbash Collie Adaptability and Independence Comparison
Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between Mudi, German Shepherd, and Border Akbash Collie. Which breed is most flexible? | Mudi dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments. | German Shepherd dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments. | Border Akbash Collie dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments. |
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Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: Mudi or German Shepherd or Border Akbash Collie? | 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. | Border Akbash Collie 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. |
Mudi vs German Shepherd vs Border Akbash Collie Bite Characteristics Comparison
Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between Mudi, German Shepherd, and Border Akbash Collie. Which has lowest bite risk? | Low 🔽 The Mudi has a low chance of biting somebody. | High 🔼 The German Shepherd has a high chance of biting somebody. | Low 🔽 The Border Akbash Collie has a low chance of biting somebody. |
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Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between Mudi, German Shepherd, and Border Akbash Collie. Which uses mouth most during play? | Mudi dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. | German Shepherd dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. | Border Akbash Collie dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. |
Bite Strength Rating
Compare bite forces between Mudi, German Shepherd, and Border Akbash Collie. Which has the strongest bite? | Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Mudi bite force: Ordinary. | Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ German Shepherd bite force: Ordinary. | Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Border Akbash Collie bite force: Ordinary. |
Mudi vs German Shepherd vs Border Akbash Collie Health and Lifespan Comparison
Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of Mudi, German Shepherd, and Border Akbash Collie. Which breed lives longest? |
13-15 years The average lifespan of Mudi: 14 years |
9-13 years The average lifespan of German Shepherd: 11 years |
11-15 years The average lifespan of Border Akbash Collie: 13 years |
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Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between Mudi, German Shepherd, and Border Akbash Collie. Which handles climate changes best? | Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. | Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. | Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Border Akbash Collie can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. |
Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in Mudi, German Shepherd, and Border Akbash Collie. Which has fewer health issues? | Mudis are commonly healthy dogs. | German Shepherds are commonly healthy dogs. | The Border Akbash Collie is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly. |
Vet Care Frequency
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits? |
Rare The Mudi should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably 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). |
Average The Border Akbash Collie should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year. |
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Mudi vs German Shepherd vs Border Akbash Collie? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Mudi vs German Shepherd vs Border Akbash Collie health problems comparison: |
Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Epilepsy Elbow Dysplasia |
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 | Hip Dysplasia Luxating Patella Allergies Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Umbilical Hernias Bloat Epilepsy Heart Problems Collie Eye Anomaly Osteochondrosis Dissecans |
Mudi vs German Shepherd vs Border Akbash Collie Energy and Activity Comparison
Energy Rating
Compare energy levels between Mudi, German Shepherd, and Border Akbash Collie. Which breed is most active? | Mudi dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you. | German Shepherd dogs are high-energy dogs. | Border Akbash Collie dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds. |
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Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Mudi vs German Shepherd vs Border Akbash Collie exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Mudi or German Shepherd or Border Akbash Collie? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest? | Mudi dogs need quite a lot of exercise. | German Shepherd dogs need quite a lot of exercise. | Border Akbash Collie dogs need quite a lot of exercise. |
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Mudi or German Shepherd or Border Akbash Collie? | Mudi dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed. | German Shepherd dogs don't need too much sleep. | Border Akbash Collie dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed. |
Mudi vs German Shepherd vs Border Akbash Collie Diet and Weight Management Comparison
Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between Mudi, German Shepherd, and Border Akbash Collie. Which is most prone to obesity? | Average: The Mudi has an average risk for obesity. | Low to Average: The German Shepherd has a low to the average risk for obesity. | Average: The Border Akbash Collie has an average risk for obesity. |
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between Mudi, German Shepherd, and Border Akbash Collie. Which needs most food? | 1 to 1.5 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. | 3-4 cup high-quality commercial dog food (that is formulated for large-breed dogs), divided into two meals. |
Mudi vs German Shepherd vs Border Akbash Collie Allergies and Grooming Comparison
Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Mudi, German Shepherd, and Border Akbash Collie. Which is best for allergy sufferers? | No See more. | No See more. | No See more. |
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between Mudi, German Shepherd, and Border Akbash Collie. What colors are available? |
Black Gray White Brown Fawn Blue-Grey Black Merle Ash coloured (blue grey) |
Black Tan Red Silver |
Black Tan Red White Sable Brindle Lilac Gold Seal White & Red Slate Sable Merle Black & White Tricolor Blue merle Blue merle-tricolor Slate merle Red merle Saddleback Sable White & Blue White & Blue Merle White & Red Merle White Ticked White & Gold White & Sable White & Seal |
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between Mudi, German Shepherd, and Border Akbash Collie. Which requires most maintenance? | Average: The Mudi requires average grooming effort. | Average: The German Shepherd requires average grooming effort. | Average: The Border Akbash Collie requires average grooming effort. |
Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between Mudi, German Shepherd, and Border Akbash Collie. Which drools least? | The Mudi is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. | The German Shepherd is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. | The Border Akbash Collie is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. |
Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between Mudi, German Shepherd, and Border Akbash Collie. Which has least natural smell? | Low 🔽 The Mudi has a low chance of bad smell. | Medium ⏺ The German Shepherd has an average chance of bad smell. | Medium ⏺ The Border Akbash Collie has an average chance of bad smell. |
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between Mudi, German Shepherd, and Border Akbash Collie. How do their fur characteristics differ? |
Dense Curly Wavy Shiny Short | Fuzzy |
Dense Feathered Thick Smooth Straight Short Moderately Long |
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between Mudi, German Shepherd, and Border Akbash Collie. Which requires most frequent baths? | 3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. | 8-12 weeks Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. | 6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. |
Shedding Level
Who sheds more Mudi or German Shepherd or Border Akbash Collie? Mudi or German Shepherd or {name3 shedding: | Mudi dogs shed moderately. | German Shepherd dogs are heavy shedders. | Border Akbash Collie dogs shed moderately. |
Mudi vs German Shepherd vs Border Akbash Collie Good With Comparison
Child Compatibility
Compare child-friendliness between Mudi, German Shepherd, and Border Akbash Collie. Which is best with kids? | Mudi dogs are kid-friendly dogs. | German Shepherd dogs are very kid-friendly dogs. | Border Akbash Collie dogs are very kid-friendly dogs. |
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Pet Compatibility
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets? | Mudi dogs are usually friendly towards other pets. | German Shepherd dogs are generally with other pets. | Border Akbash Collie dogs are generally with other pets. |
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Mudi or German Shepherd or Border Akbash Collie? Which dog is more friendly? | Mudi dogs are average friendly towards strangers. | German Shepherd dogs are stranger-friendly dogs. | Border Akbash Collie dogs are average friendly towards strangers. |
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Mudi or German Shepherd or Border Akbash Collie? | Mudi dogs are cat-friendly dogs. | German Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards cats. | Border Akbash Collie dogs are average friendly towards cats. |
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Mudi or German Shepherd or Border Akbash Collie? | Mudi dogs are average friendly towards other dogs. | German Shepherd dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs. | Border Akbash Collie dogs are average friendly towards other dogs. |
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Mudi vs German Shepherd vs Border Akbash Collie? |
Yes Mudi 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 Border Akbash Collie dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality. |
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office? |
Yes Mudi is one of the best dog breeds for office environment |
No German Shepherd is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
No Border Akbash Collie is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people? | Mudis are usually recommended for elderly people. | German Shepherds are one of the best breeds for elderly people. | Border Akbash Collies are one of the best breeds for elderly people. |
Mudi vs German Shepherd vs Border Akbash Collie As a Working Dog Comparison
Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between Mudi, German Shepherd, and Border Akbash Collie. Which is best suited for service work? | Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. | Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. | Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. |
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Therapy Work Suitability
Compare therapy dog potential between Mudi, German Shepherd, and Border Akbash Collie. Which excels in therapy work? | Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. | Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. | Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. |
Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between Mudi, German Shepherd, and Border Akbash Collie. Which has best nose work ability? | Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work. | Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work. | Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work. |
Search & Rescue Potential
Compare search and rescue potential between Mudi, German Shepherd, and Border Akbash Collie. Which is best for SAR work? | Yes This breed would make an excellent 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. |
Maritime Work Ability
Compare boating aptitude between Mudi, German Shepherd, and Border Akbash Collie. Which is best suited for water work? | Not really Mudi breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. | Not really German Shepherd breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. | Not really Border Akbash Collie breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. |
Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between Mudi, German Shepherd, and Border Akbash Collie. Which is best for draft work? | Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. | Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. | Yes A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. |
Military Service Background
Compare military service history of Mudi, German Shepherd, and Border Akbash Collie. Which has most military use? | 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. |
Mudi vs German Shepherd vs Border Akbash Collie Reproducibility Comparison
Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of Mudi, German Shepherd, and Border Akbash Collie. Which has most puppies? | 5-8 puppies | 6-10 puppies | 4-8 puppies |
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Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of Mudi, German Shepherd, and Border Akbash Collie. Any breeding differences? | 60-64 days See more. | 60-64 days See more. | 60-64 days See more. |
Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between Mudi, German Shepherd, and Border Akbash Collie. What's recommended? | Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. | Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. | Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. |
Mudi vs German Shepherd vs Border Akbash Collie Recognition Comparison
AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for Mudi, German Shepherd, and Border Akbash Collie. How are they classified? | Recognized by the American Kennel Club as a Miscellaneous breed. | Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1908 as a Herding breed. | Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. |
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FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for Mudi, German Shepherd, and Border Akbash Collie. How are they classified internationally? | Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section. | Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section. | Not recognized by FCI. |
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of Mudi, German Shepherd, and Border Akbash Collie. Which has most recognition? | No data available |
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 | No data available |
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