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Name	Rafeiro do Alentejo	German Shepherd	Shiloh Shepherd
Origins	Portugal	Germany	United States
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Group	Guard Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs
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Common Names & Aliases Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Rafeiro do Alentejo, German Shepherd, and Shiloh Shepherd breeds.	Mutt of Alentejo Portuguese Mastiff Alentejo Mastiff	Alsatian wolf dog Berger Allemand Deutscher Schäferhund Schäferhund Alsatian	Shiloh Shiloh Shepherd dog
Breed Classification How do breed classifications differ between Rafeiro do Alentejo, German Shepherd, and Shiloh Shepherd? Compare their breeding categories.	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Rafeiro do Alentejo vs German Shepherd vs Shiloh Shepherd Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Compare size differences between Rafeiro do Alentejo, German Shepherd, and Shiloh Shepherd. Which breed is the largest?	Giant	Large	Giant
Weight Statistics How do weights compare between Rafeiro do Alentejo, German Shepherd, and Shiloh Shepherd? Compare adult weight ranges.	Male: 110-132 pounds (50-60 kg), Female: 100-121 pounds (45-55 kg)	Male: 66-88 pounds (30-40 kg), Female: 49-71 pounds (22-32 kg)	Male: 100-130 pounds (45-59 kg), Female: 80-100 pounds (36-45 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 121 pounds (55 kg), Female: 110.5 pounds (50 kg)	Male: 77 pounds (35 kg), Female: 60 pounds (27 kg)	Male: 115 pounds (52 kg), Female: 90 pounds (40.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Rafeiro do Alentejo or German Shepherd or Shiloh Shepherd? Rafeiro do Alentejo vs German Shepherd vs Shiloh Shepherd height comparison:	Male: 27-28 inches (66-75 cm), Female: 25-28 inches (64-70 cm)	Male: 24-26 inches (60-65 cm), Female: 22-24 inches (55-60 cm)	Male: 28-30 inches (71-76 cm), Female: 26-28 inches (66-71 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 27.5 inches (70.5 cm), Female: 26.5 inches (67 cm)	Male: 25 inches (62.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (57.5 cm)	Male: 29 inches (73.5 cm), Female: 27 inches (68.5 cm)

Rafeiro do Alentejo vs German Shepherd vs Shiloh Shepherd Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy costs for Rafeiro do Alentejo, German Shepherd, and Shiloh Shepherd. Find price differences between these breeds.	$800-$1000	$800-$2000	$800-$1000
Availability Which is easier to get, Rafeiro do Alentejo or German Shepherd or Shiloh Shepherd?	Average: The Rafeiro do Alentejo is a commonly available dog breed.	Very frequent: The German Shepherd is quite easy to get.	Average: The Shiloh Shepherd is a commonly available dog breed.

Rafeiro do Alentejo vs German Shepherd vs Shiloh Shepherd Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Compare intelligence levels between Rafeiro do Alentejo, German Shepherd, and Shiloh Shepherd. Which breed ranks highest?	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Outstanding: German Shepherd 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.
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Training Difficulty Compare training difficulty levels between Rafeiro do Alentejo, German Shepherd, and Shiloh Shepherd. Which is easiest to train?	Rafeiro do Alentejo dogs are hard to train. See more.	German Shepherd dogs are easy to train. See more.	Shiloh Shepherd dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Rating Compare watchdog abilities of Rafeiro do Alentejo, German Shepherd, and Shiloh Shepherd. Which breed is most alert?	Rafeiro do Alentejo dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	German Shepherd dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Shiloh Shepherd dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Compare territorial instincts between Rafeiro do Alentejo, German Shepherd, and Shiloh Shepherd. Which breed is most protective?	Rafeiro do Alentejo dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	German Shepherd dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Shiloh Shepherd dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Rafeiro do Alentejo vs German Shepherd vs Shiloh Shepherd Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits How do personalities differ between Rafeiro do Alentejo, German Shepherd, and Shiloh Shepherd? Compare temperaments.	Independent Protective Territorial Selfish Calm Confidence Sober	Curious Alert Courageous Intelligent Confident Obedient Loyal Watchful	Loving Outgoing Loyal Gentle Trainable Companionable
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Sensitive: Rafeiro do Alentejo dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	Sensitive: German Shepherd 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: Rafeiro do Alentejo vs German Shepherd vs Shiloh Shepherd?	Average to High: Rafeiro do Alentejo dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	High: German Shepherd dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: Shiloh Shepherd dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
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Social Needs Rafeiro do Alentejo vs German Shepherd vs Shiloh Shepherd social needs comparison:	Rafeiro do Alentejo dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	German Shepherd dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Shiloh Shepherd dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	The wanderlust potential of the Rafeiro do Alentejo is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	German Shepherd dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.	Shiloh Shepherd dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Rafeiro do Alentejo dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	German Shepherd dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Shiloh Shepherd 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. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Rafeiro do Alentejo vs German Shepherd vs Shiloh Shepherd Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Compare barking frequencies of Rafeiro do Alentejo, German Shepherd, and Shiloh Shepherd. Which breed is most vocal?	Low to Average: The Rafeiro do Alentejo rarely barks. See more.	Low to Average: The German Shepherd rarely barks. See more.	Low to Average: The Shiloh Shepherd rarely barks. See more.
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Playful Nature Compare playfulness levels between Rafeiro do Alentejo, German Shepherd, and Shiloh Shepherd. Which breed is most playful?	Rafeiro do Alentejos don't really like playing. See more.	Average: German Shepherds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: Shiloh Shepherds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Compare apartment suitability of Rafeiro do Alentejo, German Shepherd, and Shiloh Shepherd. Which adapts best to small spaces?	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Rafeiro do Alentejo 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.	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 Shiloh Shepherd indoors.
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Rafeiro do Alentejo vs German Shepherd vs Shiloh Shepherd Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Compare adaptability between Rafeiro do Alentejo, German Shepherd, and Shiloh Shepherd. Which breed is most flexible?	Average: Rafeiro do Alentejo dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	German Shepherd dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Average: Shiloh Shepherd dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Rafeiro do Alentejo or German Shepherd or Shiloh Shepherd?	Rafeiro do Alentejo 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.	Shiloh Shepherd 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.

Rafeiro do Alentejo vs German Shepherd vs Shiloh Shepherd Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Compare biting potential between Rafeiro do Alentejo, German Shepherd, and Shiloh Shepherd. Which has lowest bite risk?	Low 🔽 The Rafeiro do Alentejo has a low chance of biting somebody.	High 🔼 The German Shepherd has a high chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Shiloh Shepherd has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Compare mouthing tendencies between Rafeiro do Alentejo, German Shepherd, and Shiloh Shepherd. Which uses mouth most during play?	Rafeiro do Alentejo dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	German Shepherd dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Shiloh Shepherd dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.
Bite Strength Rating Compare bite forces between Rafeiro do Alentejo, German Shepherd, and Shiloh Shepherd. Which has the strongest bite?	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Rafeiro do Alentejo bite force: The Strongest.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ German Shepherd bite force: Ordinary.	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Shiloh Shepherd bite force: The Strongest.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force

Rafeiro do Alentejo vs German Shepherd vs Shiloh Shepherd Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Compare life expectancies of Rafeiro do Alentejo, German Shepherd, and Shiloh Shepherd. Which breed lives longest?	10-12 years The average lifespan of Rafeiro do Alentejo: 11 years	9-13 years The average lifespan of German Shepherd: 11 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Shiloh Shepherd: 13 years
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Climate Tolerance Compare weather adaptability between Rafeiro do Alentejo, German Shepherd, and Shiloh Shepherd. 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. See more.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.
Health Concerns Compare health problems common in Rafeiro do Alentejo, German Shepherd, and Shiloh Shepherd. Which has fewer health issues?	Rafeiro do Alentejos tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	German Shepherds are commonly healthy dogs.	Shiloh Shepherds tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
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Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Frequent The Rafeiro do Alentejo 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).	Frequent The Shiloh Shepherd should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Rafeiro do Alentejo vs German Shepherd vs Shiloh Shepherd? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Rafeiro do Alentejo vs German Shepherd vs Shiloh Shepherd health problems comparison:	No data available	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	No data available

Rafeiro do Alentejo vs German Shepherd vs Shiloh Shepherd Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Compare energy levels between Rafeiro do Alentejo, German Shepherd, and Shiloh Shepherd. Which breed is most active?	Rafeiro do Alentejo dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.	German Shepherd dogs are high-energy dogs.	Shiloh Shepherd dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
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Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Rafeiro do Alentejo vs German Shepherd vs Shiloh Shepherd exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Rafeiro do Alentejo or German Shepherd or Shiloh Shepherd? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Rafeiro do Alentejo dogs exercise need is minimal.	German Shepherd dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Shiloh Shepherd dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Rafeiro do Alentejo or German Shepherd or Shiloh Shepherd?	Rafeiro do Alentejo dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.	German Shepherd dogs don't need too much sleep.	Shiloh Shepherd dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Rafeiro do Alentejo vs German Shepherd vs Shiloh Shepherd Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Compare weight gain tendencies between Rafeiro do Alentejo, German Shepherd, and Shiloh Shepherd. Which is most prone to obesity?	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Rafeiro do Alentejo's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Low to Average: The German Shepherd has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Shiloh Shepherd has an average risk for obesity. See more.
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Food Consumption Compare food requirements between Rafeiro do Alentejo, German Shepherd, and Shiloh Shepherd. Which needs most food?	5 to 6 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.	4 to 5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot

Rafeiro do Alentejo vs German Shepherd vs Shiloh Shepherd Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Rafeiro do Alentejo, German Shepherd, and Shiloh Shepherd. 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 Rafeiro do Alentejo, German Shepherd, and Shiloh Shepherd. What colors are available?	Black Gray Fawn Yellow Brindle	Black Tan Red Silver	Black White Silver Golden Grey Black & Tan
Grooming Requirements Compare grooming needs between Rafeiro do Alentejo, German Shepherd, and Shiloh Shepherd. Which requires most maintenance?	Easy to groom: The Rafeiro do Alentejo doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Average: The German Shepherd requires average grooming effort. See more.	Easy to groom: The Shiloh Shepherd doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Drooling Tendency Compare drooling tendencies between Rafeiro do Alentejo, German Shepherd, and Shiloh Shepherd. Which drools least?	The Rafeiro do Alentejo is an average drooler. See more.	The German Shepherd is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Shiloh Shepherd is an average drooler. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Compare odor levels between Rafeiro do Alentejo, German Shepherd, and Shiloh Shepherd. Which has least natural smell?	Medium ⏺ The Rafeiro do Alentejo has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The German Shepherd has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Shiloh Shepherd has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics Compare coat types between Rafeiro do Alentejo, German Shepherd, and Shiloh Shepherd. How do their fur characteristics differ?	Dense Straight Double	Fuzzy	Smooth Double
Bathing Needs Compare bathing needs between Rafeiro do Alentejo, German Shepherd, and Shiloh Shepherd. 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. See more.	8-12 weeks Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Rafeiro do Alentejo or German Shepherd or Shiloh Shepherd? Rafeiro do Alentejo or German Shepherd or {name3 shedding:	Rafeiro do Alentejo dogs shed moderately. See more.	German Shepherd dogs are heavy shedders. See more.	Shiloh Shepherd dogs shed moderately. See more.
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Rafeiro do Alentejo vs German Shepherd vs Shiloh Shepherd Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Compare child-friendliness between Rafeiro do Alentejo, German Shepherd, and Shiloh Shepherd. Which is best with kids?	Rafeiro do Alentejo dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	German Shepherd dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Shiloh Shepherd dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
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Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Rafeiro do Alentejo dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.	German Shepherd dogs are generally with other pets.	Shiloh Shepherd dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Rafeiro do Alentejo or German Shepherd or Shiloh Shepherd? Which dog is more friendly?	Rafeiro do Alentejo dogs are not stranger friendly dogs.	German Shepherd dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Shiloh Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Rafeiro do Alentejo or German Shepherd or Shiloh Shepherd?	Rafeiro do Alentejo dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	German Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Shiloh Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Rafeiro do Alentejo or German Shepherd or Shiloh Shepherd?	Rafeiro do Alentejo dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	German Shepherd dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Shiloh Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Rafeiro do Alentejo vs German Shepherd vs Shiloh Shepherd?	No Rafeiro do Alentejo dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.	Yes German Shepherd dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Shiloh Shepherd dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Rafeiro do Alentejo is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No German Shepherd is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Shiloh Shepherd is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Rafeiro do Alentejos are usually recommended for elderly people.	German Shepherds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Shiloh Shepherds are usually recommended for elderly people.

Rafeiro do Alentejo vs German Shepherd vs Shiloh Shepherd As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Compare service dog potential between Rafeiro do Alentejo, German Shepherd, and Shiloh Shepherd. Which is best suited for service work?	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes good 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 Compare therapy dog potential between Rafeiro do Alentejo, German Shepherd, and Shiloh Shepherd. Which excels in therapy work?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
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Scent Detection Ability Compare detection capabilities between Rafeiro do Alentejo, German Shepherd, and Shiloh Shepherd. Which has best nose work ability?	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.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search & Rescue Potential Compare search and rescue potential between Rafeiro do Alentejo, German Shepherd, and Shiloh Shepherd. Which is best for SAR work?	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.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Maritime Work Ability Compare boating aptitude between Rafeiro do Alentejo, German Shepherd, and Shiloh Shepherd. Which is best suited for water work?	Not really Rafeiro do Alentejo breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really German Shepherd breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Shiloh Shepherd breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Compare cart pulling abilities between Rafeiro do Alentejo, German Shepherd, and Shiloh Shepherd. Which is best for draft work?	Yes A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Military Service Background Compare military service history of Rafeiro do Alentejo, German Shepherd, and Shiloh Shepherd. 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.

Rafeiro do Alentejo vs German Shepherd vs Shiloh Shepherd Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare typical litter sizes of Rafeiro do Alentejo, German Shepherd, and Shiloh Shepherd. Which has most puppies?	3-5 puppies	6-10 puppies	6-12 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare gestation periods of Rafeiro do Alentejo, German Shepherd, and Shiloh Shepherd. Any breeding differences?	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding intervals between Rafeiro do Alentejo, German Shepherd, and Shiloh Shepherd. What's recommended?	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.

Rafeiro do Alentejo vs German Shepherd vs Shiloh Shepherd Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC groups for Rafeiro do Alentejo, German Shepherd, and Shiloh Shepherd. How are they classified?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1908 as a Herding breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Classification Compare FCI groups for Rafeiro do Alentejo, German Shepherd, and Shiloh Shepherd. How are they classified internationally?	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type 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 Rafeiro do Alentejo, German Shepherd, and Shiloh Shepherd. 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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