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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Other Names What other names do they have?	Deutscher Schäferhund Langstockhaariger	Vostochnoevropejskaya Ovcharka Byelorussian Ovcharka
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Old German Shepherd Dog vs East-European Shepherd breed type comparison:	Purebred	Cross Breed

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

Size Which dog is bigger, Old German Shepherd Dog or East-European Shepherd? Is the Old German Shepherd Dog bigger than the East-European Shepherd breed? Is an Old German Shepherd Dog smaller than an East-European Shepherd?	Large	Large
Weight Which is heavier, Old German Shepherd Dog or East-European Shepherd? Old German Shepherd Dog vs East-European Shepherd weight comparison:	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 Which is cheaper, Old German Shepherd Dog or East-European Shepherd? Which is more expensive? What is the difference in price between Old German Shepherd Dog and East-European Shepherd?	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

Intelligent Rank Which dog has more intelligence? Is a Old German Shepherd Dog or East-European Shepherd smarter? Which is best? Old German Shepherd Dog vs East-European Shepherd intelligence:	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
Trainability Old German Shepherd Dog vs East-European Shepherd trainability comparison. What's the difference between Old German Shepherd Dog vs East-European Shepherd?	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 Ability Which is the better watchdog: Old German Shepherd Dog or East-European Shepherd?	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.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Old German Shepherd Dog or East-European Shepherd? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	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

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Old German Shepherd Dog or East-European Shepherd? Old German Shepherd Dog vs East-European Shepherd behavior/temperament comparison:	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

Playfulness Old German Shepherd Dog vs East-European Shepherd playfulness comparison:	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
Barking Which dog barks more/less: Old German Shepherd Dog vs East-European Shepherd?	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
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Old German Shepherd Dog or East-European 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 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

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	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.
Tolerates Being Left Alone 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 Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Old German Shepherd Dog or East-European Shepherd?	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
Biting Potential Is an Old German Shepherd Dog more dangerous than an East-European Shepherd?	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.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Old German Shepherd Dog vs East-European Shepherd mouthiness comparison:	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.

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

Health Issues Old German Shepherd Dog vs East-European Shepherd health comparison. Which is the healthier: Old German Shepherd Dog vs East-European Shepherd?	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
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
Veterinarian Visits 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
Life Expectancy Old German Shepherd Dog vs East-European Shepherd lifespan comparison. How long do Old German Shepherd Dog and East-European Shepherd breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy? What is the age limit of the Old German Shepherd Dog and East-European Shepherd?	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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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Old German Shepherd Dog vs East-European Shepherd?	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.

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

Energy Level Who has more energy a Old German Shepherd Dog or East-European Shepherd? Old German Shepherd Dog vs East-European Shepherd energy level comparison:	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

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Old German Shepherd Dog or East-European Shepherd? Does the Old German Shepherd Dog breed eat more than the East-European Shepherd breed?	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
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Old German Shepherd Dog vs East-European Shepherd weight gain potential comparison:	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

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

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Old German Shepherd Dog vs East-European Shepherd coat comparison:	Wiry Fuzzy Shaggy Smooth	Dense
Colors What are the original Old German Shepherd Dog and East-European Shepherd color? Old German Shepherd Dog vs East-European Shepherd color comparison:	Black Tan Brown Grey	Black Tan Blue White
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Old German Shepherd Dog or East-European Shepherd? Old German Shepherd Dog vs East-European Shepherd grooming comparison:	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
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
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Old German Shepherd Dog or East-European Shepherd?	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.
Hypoallergenic Old German Shepherd Dog vs East-European Shepherd hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Old German Shepherd Dog or East-European Shepherd?	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.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least? What's the difference between Old German Shepherd Dog vs East-European Shepherd?	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.

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

Pet Friendly 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
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Old German Shepherd Dog or East-European Shepherd?	Old German Shepherd Dog dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	East-European Shepherd dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
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 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.
Most Popular Service Dog Breeds
Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Old German Shepherd Dog or East-European Shepherd? Which is better for autism?	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
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.
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.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Old German Shepherd Dog vs East-European Shepherd?	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.
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.	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.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Old German Shepherd Dog vs East-European Shepherd Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	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.
Litter Size How many puppies can Old German Shepherd Dog and East-European Shepherd have? Old German Shepherd Dog vs East-European Shepherd litter size comparison:	6-10 puppies	4-10 puppies
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Old German Shepherd Dog vs East-European 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.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Not recognized by FCI.	Not recognized by FCI.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	No data available	No data available

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