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Northern Inuit Dog vs Berger Blanc Suisse vs German Shepherd Comparison - Dog breed selector: NI dog or Pastore Svizzero Bianco or Alsatian wolf dog? Find the right dog for you

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Name Northern Inuit Dog Berger Blanc Suisse German Shepherd
OriginsEngland flagEngland Switzerland flagSwitzerland Germany flagGermany
Group Guard Dogs Pastoral / Herding Dogs Pastoral / Herding Dogs
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
NI dog Pastore Svizzero Bianco
Weisser Schweizer Schäferhund
White Swiss Shepherd Dog
Alsatian wolf dog
Berger Allemand
Deutscher Schäferhund
Schäferhund
Alsatian
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Northern Inuit Dog vs Berger Blanc Suisse vs German Shepherd breed type comparison:
Cross Breed Purebred Purebred

Northern Inuit Dog vs Berger Blanc Suisse vs German Shepherd Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Northern Inuit Dog or Berger Blanc Suisse or German Shepherd? Which is the smallest dog, Northern Inuit Dog or Berger Blanc Suisse or German Shepherd?
Large
Giant
Large Large
Weight
Which is heavier, Northern Inuit Dog or Berger Blanc Suisse or Berger Blanc Suisse? Northern Inuit Dog vs Berger Blanc Suisse vs German Shepherd weight comparison:
Male: 79-110 pounds (36-50 kg), Female: 55-84 pounds (25-38 kg) Male: 66–88 lbs (30–40 kg), Female: 55–77 lbs (25–35 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?
Male: 94.5 pounds (43 kg), Female: 69.5 pounds (31.5 kg) Male: 77 lbs (35 kg), Female: 66 lbs (30 kg) Male: 77 pounds (35 kg), Female: 60 pounds (27 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Northern Inuit Dog or Berger Blanc Suisse or German Shepherd? Northern Inuit Dog vs Berger Blanc Suisse vs German Shepherd height comparison:
Male: 23-32 inches (58-81 cm), Female: 23-28 inches (58-71 cm) Male: 24–26 inch (60–66 cm), Female: 22–24 inch (55–61 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?
Male: 27.5 inches (69.5 cm), Female: 25.5 inches (64.5 cm) Male: 25 inch (63 cm), Female: 23 inch (58 cm) Male: 25 inches (62.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (57.5 cm)

Northern Inuit Dog vs Berger Blanc Suisse vs German Shepherd Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Northern Inuit Dog or Berger Blanc Suisse or German Shepherd? Which is more expensive?
$800-$1000 $2500-$3000 $800-$2000
Availability
Which is easier to get, Northern Inuit Dog or Berger Blanc Suisse 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.
Average: The Berger Blanc Suisse is a commonly available dog breed.
Very frequent: The German Shepherd is quite easy to get.

Northern Inuit Dog vs Berger Blanc Suisse vs German Shepherd Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Northern Inuit Dog vs Berger Blanc Suisse vs German Shepherd intelligence:
Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Smart: The Berger Blanc Suisse dogs have great intelligence.
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Outstanding: German Shepherd is one of the brightest dog breeds.
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Trainability
Northern Inuit Dog vs Berger Blanc Suisse vs German Shepherd trainability comparison.
Northern Inuit Dog dogs are quite easy to train.
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Berger Blanc Suisse dogs are easy to train.
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German Shepherd dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Northern Inuit Dog or Berger Blanc Suisse or German Shepherd?
Northern Inuit Dog dogs are good watchdogs.
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Berger Blanc Suisse dogs are good watchdogs.
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German Shepherd dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Northern Inuit Dog or Berger Blanc Suisse or German Shepherd? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Northern Inuit Dog dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Berger Blanc Suisse dogs strongly protect their territory.
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German Shepherd dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Northern Inuit Dog vs Berger Blanc Suisse vs German Shepherd Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Northern Inuit Dog or Berger Blanc Suisse or German Shepherd? Northern Inuit Dog vs Berger Blanc Suisse vs German Shepherd behavior/temperament comparison:
Friendly
Gentle
Calm
Familiar
Dependable
Active
Intelligent
Patient
Gentle
Strong
Easygoing
Curious
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Confident
Obedient
Loyal
Watchful
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
Sensitive: Northern Inuit Dog dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Sensitive: German Shepherd dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Northern Inuit Dog vs Berger Blanc Suisse vs German Shepherd?
Average to High: Northern Inuit Dog dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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High: Berger Blanc Suisse dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: German Shepherd dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Northern Inuit Dog vs Berger Blanc Suisse vs German Shepherd social needs comparison:
Northern Inuit Dog dogs are kinda antisocial.
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Berger Blanc Suisse dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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German Shepherd dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Northern Inuit Dog dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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Berger Blanc Suisse dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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German Shepherd dogs are not the biggest explorers.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Northern Inuit Dog 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.
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Their prey drive is low.
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German Shepherd dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Northern Inuit Dog vs Berger Blanc Suisse vs German Shepherd Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Northern Inuit Dog vs Berger Blanc Suisse vs German Shepherd playfulness comparison:
Average: Northern Inuit Dogs, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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The Berger Blanc Suisse is a playful breed.
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Average: German Shepherds, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Northern Inuit Dog vs Berger Blanc Suisse vs German Shepherd?
Average: The Northern Inuit Dog barks occasionally.
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Average to High: The Berger Blanc Suisse is a vocal breed.
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Low to Average: The German Shepherd rarely barks.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Northern Inuit Dog or Berger Blanc Suisse or German Shepherd?
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 Northern Inuit Dog indoors.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Berger Blanc Suisse 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.

Northern Inuit Dog vs Berger Blanc Suisse vs German Shepherd Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
Northern Inuit Dog dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Berger Blanc Suisse dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
German Shepherd dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Northern Inuit Dog or Berger Blanc Suisse or German Shepherd?
Northern Inuit Dog dogs handle alone time quite well.
Berger Blanc Suisse dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Northern Inuit Dog vs Berger Blanc Suisse vs German Shepherd Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Northern Inuit Dog or Berger Blanc Suisse or German Shepherd?

Above 400 PSI 🔼

Northern Inuit Dog bite force: The Strongest.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Berger Blanc Suisse bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

German Shepherd bite force: Ordinary.
Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:

Low 🔽

The Northern Inuit Dog has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Berger Blanc Suisse has a low chance of biting somebody.

High 🔼

The German Shepherd has a high chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Northern Inuit Dog vs Berger Blanc Suisse vs German Shepherd mouthiness comparison:
Northern Inuit Dog dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Berger Blanc Suisse dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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German Shepherd dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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Northern Inuit Dog vs Berger Blanc Suisse vs German Shepherd Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Northern Inuit Dog vs Berger Blanc Suisse vs German Shepherd health comparison. Which is the healthier: Northern Inuit Dog vs Berger Blanc Suisse vs German Shepherd?
The Northern Inuit Dog is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Berger Blanc Suisses tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
German Shepherds are commonly healthy dogs.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Northern Inuit Dog vs Berger Blanc Suisse vs German Shepherd? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Northern Inuit Dog vs Berger Blanc Suisse vs German Shepherd health problems comparison:
Addison's Disease
Epilepsy
Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Bloat
Joint 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
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Average
The Northern Inuit Dog should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Frequent
The Berger Blanc Suisse 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).
Life Expectancy
Northern Inuit Dog vs Berger Blanc Suisse vs German Shepherd lifespan comparison. How long do Northern Inuit Dog, Berger Blanc Suisse and German Shepherd breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Northern Inuit Dog: 13 years
11-13 years
The average lifespan of Berger Blanc Suisse: 12 years
9-13 years
The average lifespan of German Shepherd: 11 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Northern Inuit Dog vs Berger Blanc Suisse vs German Shepherd?
Prefers cold weather
The Northern Inuit Dog can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog.
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Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Berger Blanc Suisse can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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Northern Inuit Dog vs Berger Blanc Suisse vs German Shepherd Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Northern Inuit Dog vs Berger Blanc Suisse vs German Shepherd Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Northern Inuit Dog or Berger Blanc Suisse or German Shepherd?
5 to 6 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 2.5 to 3.5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, divided into two meals. 3 to 4 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Northern Inuit Dog vs Berger Blanc Suisse vs German Shepherd weight gain potential comparison:
Average: The Northern Inuit Dog has an average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Berger Blanc Suisse has an average risk for obesity.
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Low to Average: The German Shepherd has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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Northern Inuit Dog vs Berger Blanc Suisse vs German Shepherd Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Northern Inuit Dog vs Berger Blanc Suisse vs German Shepherd coat comparison:
Dense Dense
Straight
Fuzzy
Colors
What are the original Northern Inuit Dog, Berger Blanc Suisse and German Shepherd color?
Black
Gray
White
Sable
White Black
Tan
Red
Silver
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Northern Inuit Dog or Berger Blanc Suisse or German Shepherd? Northern Inuit Dog vs Berger Blanc Suisse vs German Shepherd grooming comparison:
Average: The Northern Inuit Dog requires average grooming effort.
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Average: The Berger Blanc Suisse requires average grooming effort.
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Average: The German Shepherd requires average grooming effort.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Northern Inuit Dog or Berger Blanc Suisse or German Shepherd? Northern Inuit Dog or Berger Blanc Suisse or {name3 shedding:
Northern Inuit Dog dogs shed moderately.
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Berger Blanc Suisse dogs are heavy shedders.
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German Shepherd dogs are heavy shedders.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Northern Inuit Dog or Berger Blanc Suisse or German Shepherd?
4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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8-12 weeks
Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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Hypoallergenic
Northern Inuit Dog vs Berger Blanc Suisse vs German Shepherd hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?
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Stinkiness
Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Northern Inuit Dog vs Berger Blanc Suisse vs German Shepherd?

Medium

The Northern Inuit Dog has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Berger Blanc Suisse has an average 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 Northern Inuit Dog is an average drooler.
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The Berger Blanc Suisse is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency.
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The German Shepherd is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Northern Inuit Dog vs Berger Blanc Suisse vs German Shepherd Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Northern Inuit Dog dogs are generally with other pets.
Berger Blanc Suisse dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
German Shepherd dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Northern Inuit Dog or Berger Blanc Suisse or German Shepherd? Which dog is more friendly?
Northern Inuit Dog dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Berger Blanc Suisse dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
German Shepherd dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Northern Inuit Dog or Berger Blanc Suisse or German Shepherd?
Northern Inuit Dog dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Berger Blanc Suisse dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
German Shepherd dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Northern Inuit Dog or Berger Blanc Suisse or German Shepherd?
Northern Inuit Dog dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Berger Blanc Suisse dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
German Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Northern Inuit Dog or Berger Blanc Suisse or German Shepherd?
Northern Inuit Dog dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Berger Blanc Suisse 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: Northern Inuit Dog vs Berger Blanc Suisse vs German Shepherd?
Yes
Northern Inuit Dog dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Berger Blanc Suisse 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
Northern Inuit Dog is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Berger Blanc Suisse 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?
Northern Inuit Dogs are usually recommended for elderly people.
Berger Blanc Suisses are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
German Shepherds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Northern Inuit Dog vs Berger Blanc Suisse 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.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Yes

This breed makes good as a service dog.
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Therapy Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: Northern Inuit Dog or Berger Blanc Suisse or German Shepherd? Which is better for autism?

Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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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: Northern Inuit Dog vs Berger Blanc Suisse vs German Shepherd?

Not really

Northern Inuit Dog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Berger Blanc Suisse breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

German Shepherd breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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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.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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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.

Northern Inuit Dog vs Berger Blanc Suisse 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.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Litter Size
How many puppies can Northern Inuit Dog and Berger Blanc Suisse and German Shepherd have?
5-12 puppies 6-8 puppies 6-10 puppies

Northern Inuit Dog vs Berger Blanc Suisse vs German Shepherd Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. 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 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.
Breed Recognition
What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?
Dog Registry of America Inc. Dog Registry of America Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
National 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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