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Name	Rottweiler	Alaskan Husky	German Shepherd
Origins	Germany	United States	Germany
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Group	Working Dogs	Sled Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Rott Rottie	Husky	Alsatian wolf dog Berger Allemand Deutscher Schäferhund Schäferhund Alsatian
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Rottweiler vs Alaskan Husky vs German Shepherd breed type comparison:	Purebred	Cross Breed	Purebred

Rottweiler vs Alaskan Husky vs German Shepherd Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Rottweiler or Alaskan Husky or German Shepherd? Which is the smallest dog, Rottweiler or Alaskan Husky or German Shepherd?	Large Giant	Medium	Large
Weight Which is heavier, Rottweiler or Alaskan Husky or Alaskan Husky? Rottweiler vs Alaskan Husky vs German Shepherd weight comparison:	Male: 95-130 pounds (43-59 kg), Female: 85-115 pounds (38-52 kg)	Male: 40-60 pounds (18-27 kg), Female: 35-48 pounds (16-22 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: 112.5 pounds (51 kg), Female: 100 pounds (45 kg)	Male: 50 pounds (22.5 kg), Female: 41.5 pounds (19 kg)	Male: 77 pounds (35 kg), Female: 60 pounds (27 kg)
Height Which is taller, Rottweiler or Alaskan Husky or German Shepherd? Rottweiler vs Alaskan Husky vs German Shepherd height comparison:	Male: 24-27 inches (61-69 cm), Female: 22-25 inches (56-63 cm)	20-24 inches (51-61 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: 25.5 inches (65 cm), Female: 23.5 inches (59.5 cm)	22 inches (56 cm)	Male: 25 inches (62.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (57.5 cm)

Rottweiler vs Alaskan Husky vs German Shepherd Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Rottweiler or Alaskan Husky or German Shepherd? Which is more expensive?	$1200-$2000	$1000-$1500	$800-$2000
Availability Which is easier to get, Rottweiler or Alaskan Husky or German Shepherd?	Very frequent: The Rottweiler is quite easy to get.	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.	Very frequent: The German Shepherd is quite easy to get.

Rottweiler vs Alaskan Husky vs German Shepherd Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Rottweiler vs Alaskan Husky vs German Shepherd intelligence:	Outstanding: Rottweiler 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.	Outstanding: German Shepherd is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.
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Trainability Rottweiler vs Alaskan Husky vs German Shepherd trainability comparison.	Rottweiler dogs are easy to train. See more.	A slightly harder to train than average. See more.	German Shepherd dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Rottweiler or Alaskan Husky or German Shepherd?	Rottweiler dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Alaskan Husky dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	German Shepherd dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Rottweiler or Alaskan Husky or German Shepherd? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Rottweiler dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Alaskan Husky dogs are average defenders. See more.	German Shepherd dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Rottweiler vs Alaskan Husky vs German Shepherd Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Rottweiler or Alaskan Husky or German Shepherd? Rottweiler vs Alaskan Husky vs German Shepherd behavior/temperament comparison:	Independent Protective Alert Courageous Intelligent Loyal Fearless Good-natured	Agile Energetic Protective Alert Powerful Sensitive	Curious Alert Courageous Intelligent Confident Obedient Loyal Watchful
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Sensitive: Alaskan Husky 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.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Rottweiler vs Alaskan Husky vs German Shepherd?	Average: Rottweiler dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	Average to High: Alaskan Husky 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.
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Social Needs Rottweiler vs Alaskan Husky vs German Shepherd social needs comparison:	Rottweiler dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Alaskan Husky dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	German Shepherd dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Rottweiler dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Alaskan Husky dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	German Shepherd dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Rottweiler dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Alaskan Husky dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	German 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

Rottweiler vs Alaskan Husky vs German Shepherd Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Rottweiler vs Alaskan Husky vs German Shepherd playfulness comparison:	Average: Rottweilers, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Alaskan Husky is a highly playful breed. See more.	Average: German Shepherds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Rottweiler vs Alaskan Husky vs German Shepherd?	Low: The Rottweiler barks none to minimal. See more.	Average to High: The Alaskan Husky is a vocal breed. See more.	Low to Average: The German Shepherd rarely barks. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Rottweiler or Alaskan Husky 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 Rottweiler indoors.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Alaskan Husky 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.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Rottweiler vs Alaskan Husky vs German Shepherd Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Average: Rottweiler dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Alaskan Husky dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	German Shepherd dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Rottweiler or Alaskan Husky or German Shepherd?	Rottweiler 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.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Rottweiler vs Alaskan Husky vs German Shepherd Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Rottweiler or Alaskan Husky or German Shepherd?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Rottweiler bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Alaskan Husky bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ German Shepherd bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	High 🔼 The Rottweiler has a high chance of biting somebody.	Moderate ⏺ The Alaskan Husky has an average chance of biting somebody.	High 🔼 The German Shepherd has a high chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Rottweiler vs Alaskan Husky vs German Shepherd mouthiness comparison:	Rottweiler dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Alaskan Husky 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.

Rottweiler vs Alaskan Husky vs German Shepherd Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Rottweiler vs Alaskan Husky vs German Shepherd health comparison. Which is the healthier: Rottweiler vs Alaskan Husky vs German Shepherd?	The Rottweiler is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Alaskan Huskys tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	German Shepherds are commonly healthy dogs.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Rottweiler vs Alaskan Husky vs German Shepherd? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Rottweiler vs Alaskan Husky vs German Shepherd health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Allergies Hypothyroidism Bloat Elbow Dysplasia Panosteitis Aortic Stenosis Osteosarcoma Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis	Hyperthyroidism Laryngeal Paresis Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)	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 Rottweiler should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Frequent The Alaskan Husky 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).
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Rottweiler vs Alaskan Husky vs German Shepherd lifespan comparison. How long do Rottweiler, Alaskan Husky and German Shepherd breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	8-12 years The average lifespan of Rottweiler: 10 years	9-15 years The average lifespan of Alaskan Husky: 12 years	9-13 years The average lifespan of German Shepherd: 11 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Rottweiler vs Alaskan Husky vs German Shepherd?	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	Prefers cold weather The Alaskan Husky can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. 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.

Rottweiler vs Alaskan Husky vs German Shepherd Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Rottweiler or Alaskan Husky or German Shepherd? Rottweiler vs Alaskan Husky vs German Shepherd energy level comparison:	Rottweiler dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Alaskan Husky dogs are high-energy dogs.	German Shepherd dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Rottweiler vs Alaskan Husky vs German Shepherd exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Rottweiler or Alaskan Husky or German Shepherd? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Rottweiler dogs have an average exercise need.	Alaskan Husky dogs need a lot of exercises.	German Shepherd dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Rottweiler or Alaskan Husky or German Shepherd?	Rottweiler dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Alaskan Husky dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	German Shepherd dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Rottweiler vs Alaskan Husky vs German Shepherd Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Rottweiler or Alaskan Husky or German Shepherd?	Recommended daily amount: 4 to 10 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three meals.	3 to 4 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? Rottweiler vs Alaskan Husky vs German Shepherd weight gain potential comparison:	High: The Rottweiler breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	Low to Average: The Alaskan Husky has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Low to Average: The German Shepherd has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Rottweiler vs Alaskan Husky vs German Shepherd Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Rottweiler vs Alaskan Husky vs German Shepherd coat comparison:	Dense	Dense	Fuzzy
Colors What are the original Rottweiler, Alaskan Husky and German Shepherd color?	Black Tan Rust Mahogany	Black Gray White Blonde Orange	Black Tan Red Silver
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Rottweiler or Alaskan Husky or German Shepherd? Rottweiler vs Alaskan Husky vs German Shepherd grooming comparison:	Effortless: The Rottweiler requires minimal grooming. See more.	Average: The Alaskan Husky requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The German Shepherd requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Rottweiler or Alaskan Husky or German Shepherd? Rottweiler or Alaskan Husky or {name3 shedding:	Rottweiler dogs shed moderately. See more.	Alaskan Husky dogs shed moderately. See more.	German Shepherd dogs are heavy shedders. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Rottweiler or Alaskan Husky or German 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.	8-12 weeks Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.
Hypoallergenic Rottweiler vs Alaskan Husky vs German Shepherd hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Rottweiler vs Alaskan Husky vs German Shepherd?	Medium ⏺ The Rottweiler has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Alaskan Husky 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 Rottweiler 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.	The Alaskan Husky is an average drooler. See more.	The German Shepherd is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Rottweiler vs Alaskan Husky vs German Shepherd Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Rottweiler dogs are generally with other pets.	Alaskan Husky dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.	German Shepherd dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Rottweiler or Alaskan Husky or German Shepherd? Which dog is more friendly?	Rottweiler dogs are not stranger friendly dogs.	Alaskan Husky dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	German Shepherd dogs are 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 Rottweiler or Alaskan Husky or German Shepherd?	Rottweiler dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.	Alaskan Husky dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.	German Shepherd dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Rottweiler or Alaskan Husky or German Shepherd?	Rottweiler dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Alaskan Husky dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.	German Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Rottweiler or Alaskan Husky or German Shepherd?	Rottweiler dogs are not dog-friendly.	Alaskan Husky dogs are very 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: Rottweiler vs Alaskan Husky vs German Shepherd?	Yes Rottweiler dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	No Alaskan Husky 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.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Rottweiler is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Alaskan Husky 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?	Rottweilers are not the best breed for elderly people.	Alaskan Huskys are commonly okay with elderly people.	German Shepherds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Rottweiler vs Alaskan Husky vs German Shepherd As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Rottweiler or Alaskan Husky or German 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.	Yes This breed makes a perfect 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.	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: Rottweiler vs Alaskan Husky vs German Shepherd?	Not really Rottweiler breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Alaskan Husky 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.
Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?	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.
Fighting Dog / Military 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.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

Rottweiler vs Alaskan Husky 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. See more.	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 Rottweiler and Alaskan Husky and German Shepherd have?	8-12 puppies	4-10 puppies	6-10 puppies
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Rottweiler vs Alaskan Husky vs German Shepherd Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1931 as a Working breed.	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?	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type section.	Not recognized by FCI.	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?	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 Colonial Rottweiler Club Deutscher Rottweiler Klub International Rottweiler Club	Dog Registry of America Inc.	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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