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Name	Rottweiler	East-European Shepherd	Miniature Poodle
Origins	Germany	Russia Belarus	Germany France
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Group	Working Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Companion Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Rott Rottie	Vostochnoevropejskaya Ovcharka Byelorussian Ovcharka	Barboncino Miniatura Barbone Carniche Moyen Pudle Zwergpudel
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Rottweiler vs East-European Shepherd vs Miniature Poodle breed type comparison:	Purebred	Cross Breed	Purebred

Rottweiler vs East-European Shepherd vs Miniature Poodle Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Rottweiler or East-European Shepherd or Miniature Poodle? Which is the smallest dog, Rottweiler or East-European Shepherd or Miniature Poodle?	Large Giant	Large	Small
Weight Which is heavier, Rottweiler or East-European Shepherd or East-European Shepherd? Rottweiler vs East-European Shepherd vs Miniature Poodle weight comparison:	Male: 95-130 pounds (43-59 kg), Female: 85-115 pounds (38-52 kg)	Male: 77–132 pounds (35–60 kg), Female: 66–110 pounds (30–50 kg)	15-17 pounds (7-8 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 112.5 pounds (51 kg), Female: 100 pounds (45 kg)	Male: 77–132 pounds (35–60 kg), Female: 66–110 pounds (30–50 kg)	16 pounds (7.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Rottweiler or East-European Shepherd or Miniature Poodle? Rottweiler vs East-European Shepherd vs Miniature Poodle height comparison:	Male: 24-27 inches (61-69 cm), Female: 22-25 inches (56-63 cm)	Male: 26-30 inches (66-76 cm), Female: 24-28 inches (61-72 cm)	11-15 inches (28-38 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 25.5 inches (65 cm), Female: 23.5 inches (59.5 cm)	Male: 28 inches (71 cm), Female: 26 inches (66.5 cm)	13 inches (33 cm)

Rottweiler vs East-European Shepherd vs Miniature Poodle Price and Availability Comparison

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

Rottweiler vs East-European Shepherd vs Miniature Poodle Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Rottweiler vs East-European Shepherd vs Miniature Poodle 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: Miniature Poodle is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Rottweiler vs East-European Shepherd vs Miniature Poodle trainability comparison.	Rottweiler dogs are easy to train. See more.	East-European Shepherd dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Miniature Poodle dogs are very easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Rottweiler or East-European Shepherd or Miniature Poodle?	Rottweiler dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	East-European Shepherd dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Miniature Poodle dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Rottweiler or East-European Shepherd or Miniature Poodle? 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.	East-European Shepherd dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Miniature Poodle dogs are average defenders. See more.
Guard Dog Breeds List

Rottweiler vs East-European Shepherd vs Miniature Poodle Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Rottweiler or East-European Shepherd or Miniature Poodle? Rottweiler vs East-European Shepherd vs Miniature Poodle behavior/temperament comparison:	Independent Protective Alert Courageous Intelligent Loyal Fearless Good-natured	Playful Protective Intelligent Loyal Aggressive	Active Alert Intelligent Trainable Faithful Instinctual
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. 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: Rottweiler vs East-European Shepherd vs Miniature Poodle?	Average: Rottweiler dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	Average to High: East-European Shepherd dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	High: Miniature Poodle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Rottweiler vs East-European Shepherd vs Miniature Poodle social needs comparison:	Rottweiler dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	East-European Shepherd dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Miniature Poodle dogs need a lot of social interaction. 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.	East-European Shepherd dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Miniature Poodle dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. 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.	East-European Shepherd dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Miniature Poodle dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Rottweiler vs East-European Shepherd vs Miniature Poodle Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Rottweiler vs East-European Shepherd vs Miniature Poodle playfulness comparison:	Average: Rottweilers, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: East-European Shepherds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Miniature Poodle is a playful breed. See more.
Most Playful Dog Breeds
Barking Which dog barks more/less: Rottweiler vs East-European Shepherd vs Miniature Poodle?	Low: The Rottweiler barks none to minimal. See more.	Average: The East-European Shepherd barks occasionally. See more.	Average to High: The Miniature Poodle is a vocal breed. 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 East-European Shepherd or Miniature Poodle?	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.	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.	Very house-friendly dog the Miniature Poodle breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Rottweiler vs East-European Shepherd vs Miniature Poodle 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.	East-European Shepherd dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Miniature Poodle dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Rottweiler or East-European Shepherd or Miniature Poodle?	Rottweiler dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	East-European Shepherd dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Miniature Poodle dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Rottweiler vs East-European Shepherd vs Miniature Poodle Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Rottweiler or East-European Shepherd or Miniature Poodle?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Rottweiler bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ East-European Shepherd bite force: Ordinary.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Miniature Poodle bite force: Weak.
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.	Low 🔽 The East-European Shepherd has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Miniature Poodle has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Rottweiler vs East-European Shepherd vs Miniature Poodle mouthiness comparison:	Rottweiler dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	East-European Shepherd dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Miniature Poodle dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Rottweiler vs East-European Shepherd vs Miniature Poodle Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Rottweiler vs East-European Shepherd vs Miniature Poodle health comparison. Which is the healthier: Rottweiler vs East-European Shepherd vs Miniature Poodle?	The Rottweiler 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.	The Miniature Poodle is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Rottweiler vs East-European Shepherd vs Miniature Poodle? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Rottweiler vs East-European Shepherd vs Miniature Poodle health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Allergies Hypothyroidism Bloat Elbow Dysplasia Panosteitis Aortic Stenosis Osteosarcoma Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis	No data available	Hip Dysplasia Bloat Epilepsy Addison's Disease
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 East-European Shepherd should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Average The Miniature Poodle should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Rottweiler vs East-European Shepherd vs Miniature Poodle lifespan comparison. How long do Rottweiler, East-European Shepherd and Miniature Poodle breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	8-12 years The average lifespan of Rottweiler: 10 years	10-14 years The average lifespan of East-European Shepherd: 12 years	14-16 years The average lifespan of Miniature Poodle: 15 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Rottweiler vs East-European Shepherd vs Miniature Poodle?	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. 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.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.

Rottweiler vs East-European Shepherd vs Miniature Poodle Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Rottweiler or East-European Shepherd or Miniature Poodle? Rottweiler vs East-European Shepherd vs Miniature Poodle energy level comparison:	Rottweiler dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	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.	Miniature Poodle dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Rottweiler vs East-European Shepherd vs Miniature Poodle exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Rottweiler or East-European Shepherd or Miniature Poodle? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Rottweiler dogs have an average exercise need.	East-European Shepherd dogs have an average exercise need.	Miniature Poodle dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Rottweiler or East-European Shepherd or Miniature Poodle?	Rottweiler dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	East-European Shepherd dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	Miniature Poodle dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Rottweiler vs East-European Shepherd vs Miniature Poodle Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Rottweiler or East-European Shepherd or Miniature Poodle?	Recommended daily amount: 4 to 10 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.	0.5 to 1.5 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 East-European Shepherd vs Miniature Poodle weight gain potential comparison:	High: The Rottweiler breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	Average: The East-European Shepherd has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Miniature Poodle's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Rottweiler vs East-European Shepherd vs Miniature Poodle Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Rottweiler vs East-European Shepherd vs Miniature Poodle coat comparison:	Dense	Dense	Dense Curly Thick
Colors What are the original Rottweiler, East-European Shepherd and Miniature Poodle color?	Black Tan Rust Mahogany	Black Tan Blue White	Black Gray Red Blue Cream White Silver Brown Fawn Beige Apricot
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Rottweiler or East-European Shepherd or Miniature Poodle? Rottweiler vs East-European Shepherd vs Miniature Poodle grooming comparison:	Effortless: The Rottweiler requires minimal grooming. See more.	Average: The East-European Shepherd requires average grooming effort. See more.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Rottweiler or East-European Shepherd or Miniature Poodle? Rottweiler or East-European Shepherd or {name3 shedding:	Rottweiler dogs shed moderately. See more.	East-European Shepherd dogs shed moderately. See more.	Miniature Poodle dogs shed none to minimal. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Rottweiler or East-European Shepherd or Miniature Poodle?	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.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Hypoallergenic Rottweiler vs East-European Shepherd vs Miniature Poodle hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	Yes See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Rottweiler vs East-European Shepherd vs Miniature Poodle?	Medium ⏺ The Rottweiler has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The East-European Shepherd has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Miniature Poodle has a low 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 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.	The Miniature Poodle is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Rottweiler vs East-European Shepherd vs Miniature Poodle Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Rottweiler dogs are generally with other pets.	East-European Shepherd dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.	Miniature Poodle dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Rottweiler or East-European Shepherd or Miniature Poodle? Which dog is more friendly?	Rottweiler dogs are not stranger friendly dogs.	East-European Shepherd dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Miniature Poodle 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 East-European Shepherd or Miniature Poodle?	Rottweiler dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.	East-European Shepherd dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.	Miniature Poodle dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Rottweiler or East-European Shepherd or Miniature Poodle?	Rottweiler dogs are average friendly towards cats.	East-European Shepherd dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Miniature Poodle dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Rottweiler or East-European Shepherd or Miniature Poodle?	Rottweiler dogs are not dog-friendly.	East-European Shepherd dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Miniature Poodle dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Rottweiler vs East-European Shepherd vs Miniature Poodle?	Yes Rottweiler 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.	Yes Miniature Poodle 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 East-European Shepherd is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Miniature Poodle 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.	East-European Shepherds are commonly okay with elderly people.	Miniature Poodles are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Rottweiler vs East-European Shepherd vs Miniature Poodle 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.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Rottweiler or East-European Shepherd or Miniature Poodle? 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.	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.	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: Rottweiler vs East-European Shepherd vs Miniature Poodle?	Not really Rottweiler 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.	Not really Miniature Poodle 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.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Rottweiler vs East-European Shepherd vs Miniature Poodle 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 East-European Shepherd and Miniature Poodle have?	8-12 puppies	4-10 puppies	2-8 puppies, average 5
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Rottweiler vs East-European Shepherd vs Miniature Poodle 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.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
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.	Not recognized by FCI.
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	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 Canadian Canine Registry

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