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Name	Shiloh Shepherd	King Shepherd	Leonberger
Origins	United States	United States	Germany
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Group	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Working Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Shiloh Shiloh Shepherd dog	King Shepherd Dog	Gentle Giant Gentle Lion Leonbergi Leo
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Shiloh Shepherd vs King Shepherd vs Leonberger breed type comparison:	Purebred	Cross Breed	Purebred

Shiloh Shepherd vs King Shepherd vs Leonberger Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Shiloh Shepherd or King Shepherd or Leonberger? Which is the smallest dog, Shiloh Shepherd or King Shepherd or Leonberger?	Giant	Giant	Giant
Weight Which is heavier, Shiloh Shepherd or King Shepherd or King Shepherd? Shiloh Shepherd vs King Shepherd vs Leonberger weight comparison:	Male: 100-130 pounds (45-59 kg), Female: 80-100 pounds (36-45 kg)	90-150 pounds (41-69 kg)	Male: 130-170 pounds (59-77 kg), Female: 100-130 pounds (45-59 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 115 pounds (52 kg), Female: 90 pounds (40.5 kg)	120 pounds (55 kg)	Male: 150 pounds (68 kg), Female: 115 pounds (52 kg)
Height Which is taller, Shiloh Shepherd or King Shepherd or Leonberger? Shiloh Shepherd vs King Shepherd vs Leonberger height comparison:	Male: 28-30 inches (71-76 cm), Female: 26-28 inches (66-71 cm)	25-29 inches (64-74 cm)	Male: 29-31 inches (74-80 cm), Female: 27-29 inches (61-74 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 29 inches (73.5 cm), Female: 27 inches (68.5 cm)	27 inches (69 cm)	Male: 30 inches (77 cm), Female: 28 inches (67.5 cm)

Shiloh Shepherd vs King Shepherd vs Leonberger Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Shiloh Shepherd or King Shepherd or Leonberger? Which is more expensive?	$800-$1000	$1500-$2500	$1500-$2000
Availability Which is easier to get, Shiloh Shepherd or King Shepherd or Leonberger?	Average: The Shiloh Shepherd is a commonly available dog breed.	Frequent: The King Shepherd is easier than average to get.	Frequent: The Leonberger is easier than average to get.

Shiloh Shepherd vs King Shepherd vs Leonberger Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Shiloh Shepherd vs King Shepherd vs Leonberger intelligence:	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. 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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Trainability Shiloh Shepherd vs King Shepherd vs Leonberger trainability comparison.	Shiloh Shepherd dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	King Shepherd dogs are hard to train. See more.	Leonberger dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Shiloh Shepherd or King Shepherd or Leonberger?	Shiloh Shepherd dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	King Shepherd dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Leonberger dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Shiloh Shepherd or King Shepherd or Leonberger? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Shiloh Shepherd dogs are average defenders. See more.	King Shepherd dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Leonberger dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Shiloh Shepherd vs King Shepherd vs Leonberger Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Shiloh Shepherd or King Shepherd or Leonberger? Shiloh Shepherd vs King Shepherd vs Leonberger behavior/temperament comparison:	Loving Outgoing Loyal Gentle Trainable Companionable	Loving Protective Courageous Intelligent Affectionate Loyal Gentle	Loving Obedient Loyal Fearless Companionable Adaptable
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: Shiloh Shepherd vs King Shepherd vs Leonberger?	Average to High: Shiloh Shepherd dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	High: King Shepherd dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Leonberger dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Shiloh Shepherd vs King Shepherd vs Leonberger social needs comparison:	Shiloh Shepherd dogs are a social breed. See more.	King Shepherd dogs are a social breed. See more.	Leonberger dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Shiloh Shepherd dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	King Shepherd dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Leonberger 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?	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.	King Shepherd dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Leonberger 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

Shiloh Shepherd vs King Shepherd vs Leonberger Activity and Playfulness Comparison

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

Shiloh Shepherd vs King Shepherd vs Leonberger Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Average: Shiloh Shepherd dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Average: King Shepherd dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Average: Leonberger dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Shiloh Shepherd or King Shepherd or Leonberger?	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.	King 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.	Leonberger dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Shiloh Shepherd vs King Shepherd vs Leonberger Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Shiloh Shepherd or King Shepherd or Leonberger?	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Shiloh Shepherd bite force: The Strongest.	Above 400 PSI 🔼 King Shepherd bite force: The Strongest.	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Leonberger bite force: The Strongest.
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:	Low 🔽 The Shiloh Shepherd has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The King Shepherd has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Leonberger has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Shiloh Shepherd vs King Shepherd vs Leonberger mouthiness comparison:	Shiloh Shepherd dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	King Shepherd dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Leonberger dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Shiloh Shepherd vs King Shepherd vs Leonberger Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Shiloh Shepherd vs King Shepherd vs Leonberger health comparison. Which is the healthier: Shiloh Shepherd vs King Shepherd vs Leonberger?	Shiloh Shepherds tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	King Shepherds tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	Leonbergers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Shiloh Shepherd vs King Shepherd vs Leonberger? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Shiloh Shepherd vs King Shepherd vs Leonberger health problems comparison:	No data available	Hip Dysplasia	Hip Dysplasia Cancer Bloat Entropion Inherited Polyneuropathy Ectropion Elbow Dysplasia Addison's Disease Eosinophilic Panosteitis
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Frequent The Shiloh Shepherd should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Frequent The King Shepherd should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Frequent The Leonberger should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
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Life Expectancy Shiloh Shepherd vs King Shepherd vs Leonberger lifespan comparison. How long do Shiloh Shepherd, King Shepherd and Leonberger breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	12-14 years The average lifespan of Shiloh Shepherd: 13 years	9-13 years The average lifespan of King Shepherd: 11 years	8-10 years The average lifespan of Leonberger: 9 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Shiloh Shepherd vs King Shepherd vs Leonberger?	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 King Shepherd can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers cold weather The Leonberger can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Shiloh Shepherd vs King Shepherd vs Leonberger Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Shiloh Shepherd vs King Shepherd vs Leonberger Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Shiloh Shepherd or King Shepherd or Leonberger?	4 to 5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	8 to 10 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals	8 to 10 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? Shiloh Shepherd vs King Shepherd vs Leonberger weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Shiloh Shepherd has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the King Shepherd's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Leonberger's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Shiloh Shepherd vs King Shepherd vs Leonberger Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Shiloh Shepherd vs King Shepherd vs Leonberger coat comparison:	Smooth Double	Fluffy Thick Weather-resistant	Waterproof
Colors What are the original Shiloh Shepherd, King Shepherd and Leonberger color?	Black White Silver Golden Grey Black & Tan	Black Tan Cream White Sable	Red Brown Yellow Sandy Reddish Mahogany
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Shiloh Shepherd or King Shepherd or Leonberger? Shiloh Shepherd vs King Shepherd vs Leonberger grooming comparison:	Easy to groom: The Shiloh Shepherd doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The King Shepherd doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Average: The Leonberger requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Shiloh Shepherd or King Shepherd or Leonberger? Shiloh Shepherd or King Shepherd or {name3 shedding:	Shiloh Shepherd dogs shed moderately. See more.	King Shepherd dogs shed moderately. See more.	Leonberger 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: Shiloh Shepherd or King Shepherd or Leonberger?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. 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.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Hypoallergenic Shiloh Shepherd vs King Shepherd vs Leonberger hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
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Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Shiloh Shepherd vs King Shepherd vs Leonberger?	Medium ⏺ The Shiloh Shepherd has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The King Shepherd has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Leonberger has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Shiloh Shepherd is an average drooler. See more.	The King Shepherd is an average drooler. See more.	The Leonberger is an average drooler. See more.

Shiloh Shepherd vs King Shepherd vs Leonberger Good With Comparison

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

Shiloh Shepherd vs King Shepherd vs Leonberger 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.	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: Shiloh Shepherd or King Shepherd or Leonberger? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
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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: Shiloh Shepherd vs King Shepherd vs Leonberger?	Not really Shiloh Shepherd breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really King Shepherd breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Leonberger 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.	Yes 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.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Shiloh Shepherd vs King Shepherd vs Leonberger 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 Shiloh Shepherd and King Shepherd and Leonberger have?	6-12 puppies	6-10 puppies	6-8 puppies
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Shiloh Shepherd vs King Shepherd vs Leonberger 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.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2010 as a Working breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Not recognized by FCI.	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	No data available	America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. American Rare Breed Association	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. Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club

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