Old German Shepherd Dog vs East-European Shepherd Comparison – Which dog is better Deutscher Schäferhund or Vostochnoevropejskaya Ovcharka?

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Name	Old German Shepherd Dog	East-European Shepherd
Origins	Germany	Russia Belarus
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Group	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs
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Common Names & Aliases Compare different names used for Old German Shepherd Dog and East-European Shepherd. What other names are these breeds known by?	Deutscher Schäferhund Langstockhaariger	Vostochnoevropejskaya Ovcharka Byelorussian Ovcharka
Breed Classification Compare breed classifications between an Old German Shepherd Dog and an East-European Shepherd. Learn about their genetic backgrounds.	Purebred	Cross Breed

Old German Shepherd Dog vs East-European Shepherd Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Which is bigger: an Old German Shepherd Dog or an East-European Shepherd? Compare size differences between these breeds.	Large	Large
Weight Statistics Compare weight ranges between an Old German Shepherd Dog and an East-European Shepherd. Which breed is heavier?	Male: 49-88 pounds (22-40 kg) Female: 44-83 pounds (20-37 kg)	Male: 77–132 pounds (35–60 kg), Female: 66–110 pounds (30–50 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 68.5 pounds (31 kg), Female: 63.5 pounds (28.5 kg)	Male: 77–132 pounds (35–60 kg), Female: 66–110 pounds (30–50 kg)
Height Which is taller, Old German Shepherd Dog or East-European Shepherd? Is an Old German Shepherd Dog taller than an East-European Shepherd?	Male: 22-26 inches (56-66 cm), Female: 20-24 inches (51-61 cm)	Male: 26-30 inches (66-76 cm), Female: 24-28 inches (61-72 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 24 inches (57 cm), Female: 22 inches (56 cm)	Male: 28 inches (71 cm), Female: 26 inches (66.5 cm)

Old German Shepherd Dog vs East-European Shepherd Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy prices between an Old German Shepherd Dog and an East-European Shepherd. Which breed costs more?	Unknown	$800-$1000
Availability Which is easier to get, Old German Shepherd Dog or East-European Shepherd?	Average: The Old German Shepherd Dog is a commonly available dog breed.	Average: The East-European Shepherd is a commonly available dog breed.

Old German Shepherd Dog vs East-European Shepherd Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Which is smarter: an Old German Shepherd Dog or an East-European Shepherd? Compare intelligence rankings and learning abilities.	Outstanding: Old German Shepherd Dog is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Training Difficulty Which is easier to train: an Old German Shepherd Dog or an East-European Shepherd? Compare training requirements.	Old German Shepherd Dog dogs are easy to train. See more.	East-European Shepherd dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Rating Which makes a better watchdog: an Old German Shepherd Dog or an East-European Shepherd? Compare alertness levels.	Old German Shepherd Dog dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	East-European Shepherd dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Which is more protective: an Old German Shepherd Dog or an East-European Shepherd? Compare territorial behaviors.	Old German Shepherd Dog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	East-European Shepherd dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
Guard Dog Breeds List

Old German Shepherd Dog vs East-European Shepherd Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits Compare personalities of an Old German Shepherd Dog and an East-European Shepherd. How do their temperaments differ?	Curious Alert Courageous Intelligent Confident Obedient Loyal Watchful	Playful Protective Intelligent Loyal Aggressive
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Old German Shepherd Dog vs East-European Shepherd?	Sensitive: Old German Shepherd Dog dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Old German Shepherd Dog vs East-European Shepherd?	High: Old German Shepherd Dog dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: East-European Shepherd dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Old German Shepherd Dog vs East-European Shepherd social needs comparison:	Old German Shepherd Dog dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	East-European Shepherd dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between Old German Shepherd Dog vs East-European Shepherd?	Old German Shepherd Dog dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	East-European Shepherd dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between Old German Shepherd Dog vs East-European Shepherd? Which can be better for hunting?	Old German Shepherd Dog dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	East-European 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

Old German Shepherd Dog vs East-European Shepherd Activity and Playfulness Comparison

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

Old German Shepherd Dog vs East-European Shepherd Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Which adapts better to changes: an Old German Shepherd Dog or an East-European Shepherd? Compare adaptability levels.	Old German Shepherd Dog dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	East-European Shepherd dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Old German Shepherd Dog or East-European Shepherd?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	East-European Shepherd dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Old German Shepherd Dog vs East-European Shepherd Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Old German Shepherd Dog vs East-European Shepherd Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Which lives longer: an Old German Shepherd Dog or an East-European Shepherd? Compare average lifespans.	11-13 years The average lifespan of Old German Shepherd Dog: 12 years	10-14 years The average lifespan of East-European Shepherd: 12 years
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Climate Tolerance Which handles weather better: an Old German Shepherd Dog or an East-European Shepherd? Compare climate tolerances.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The East-European Shepherd can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.
Health Concerns Compare common health issues between an Old German Shepherd Dog and an East-European Shepherd. Which breed is healthier?	The Old German Shepherd Dog is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	East-European Shepherds tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Old German Shepherd Dog vs East-European Shepherd?	Average The Old German Shepherd Dog should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Frequent The East-European Shepherd should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Old German Shepherd Dog vs East-European Shepherd? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Old German Shepherd Dog vs East-European Shepherd health problems comparison:	No data available	No data available

Old German Shepherd Dog vs East-European Shepherd Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Old German Shepherd Dog vs East-European Shepherd Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Which gains weight easier: an Old German Shepherd Dog or an East-European Shepherd? Compare obesity risks.	Low to Average: The Old German Shepherd Dog has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The East-European Shepherd has an average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity
Food Consumption Which eats more: an Old German Shepherd Dog or an East-European Shepherd? Compare daily food needs.	2.5 to 4 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	5 to 6 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot

Old German Shepherd Dog vs East-European Shepherd Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Which is more hypoallergenic: an Old German Shepherd Dog or an East-European Shepherd? Compare allergy friendliness.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Coat Colors What color variations exist for Old German Shepherd Dog and East-European Shepherd? Compare breed colors.	Black Tan Brown Grey	Black Tan Blue White
Grooming Requirements Which needs more grooming: an Old German Shepherd Dog or an East-European Shepherd? Compare maintenance needs.	Average: The Old German Shepherd Dog requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The East-European Shepherd requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Drooling Tendency Which drools more: an Old German Shepherd Dog or an East-European Shepherd? Compare drooling amounts.	The Old German Shepherd Dog is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The East-European Shepherd drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Which has less odor: an Old German Shepherd Dog or an East-European Shepherd? Compare natural smell levels.	Medium ⏺ The Old German Shepherd Dog has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The East-European Shepherd has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics How do coats differ between an Old German Shepherd Dog and an East-European Shepherd? Compare fur types.	Wiry Fuzzy Shaggy Smooth	Dense
Bathing Needs Which needs more baths: an Old German Shepherd Dog or an East-European Shepherd? Compare bathing frequencies.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. 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 Old German Shepherd Dog or East-European Shepherd? Do Old German Shepherd Dog dogs shed more than East-European Shepherd dogs?	Old German Shepherd Dog dogs are heavy shedders. See more.	East-European Shepherd dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most

Old German Shepherd Dog vs East-European Shepherd Good With Comparison

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

Old German Shepherd Dog vs East-European Shepherd As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Which makes a better service dog: an Old German Shepherd Dog or an East-European Shepherd? 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: an Old German Shepherd Dog or an East-European Shepherd? Compare therapy capabilities.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
Therapy Dog Breeds
Scent Detection Ability Which is better at detection work: an Old German Shepherd Dog or an East-European Shepherd? 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: an Old German Shepherd Dog or an East-European Shepherd? 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: an Old German Shepherd Dog or an East-European Shepherd? Compare maritime abilities.	Not really Old German Shepherd Dog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really East-European Shepherd breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Which is better at pulling: an Old German Shepherd Dog or an East-European Shepherd? 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 Old German Shepherd Dog and East-European Shepherd. 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.

Old German Shepherd Dog vs East-European Shepherd Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare litter sizes between Old German Shepherd Dog and East-European Shepherd. Which has larger litters?	6-10 puppies	4-10 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare pregnancy duration between Old German Shepherd Dog and East-European Shepherd breeds.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding frequencies between Old German Shepherd Dog and East-European Shepherd. 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.

Old German Shepherd Dog vs East-European Shepherd Recognition Comparison

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

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