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Name	Siberian Husky	German Shepherd	Dalmatian
Origins	Russia	Germany	Croatia
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Group	Sled Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Companion Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Chuksha Husky Icee Sibe Chukcha	Alsatian wolf dog Berger Allemand Deutscher Schäferhund Schäferhund Alsatian	Carriage Dog Dally Firehouse Dog Plum Pudding Dog Spotted Coach Dog Dal
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Siberian Husky vs German Shepherd vs Dalmatian breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Siberian Husky vs German Shepherd vs Dalmatian Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Siberian Husky or German Shepherd or Dalmatian? Which is the smallest dog, Siberian Husky or German Shepherd or Dalmatian?	Medium	Large	Large
Weight Which is heavier, Siberian Husky or German Shepherd or German Shepherd? Siberian Husky vs German Shepherd vs Dalmatian weight comparison:	Male: 45–60 pounds (20–27 kg), Female: 35–50 pounds (16–23 kg)	Male: 66-88 pounds (30-40 kg), Female: 49-71 pounds (22-32 kg)	about 55 pounds (25 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 45–60 pounds (20–27 kg), Female: 35–50 pounds (16–23 kg)	Male: 77 pounds (35 kg), Female: 60 pounds (27 kg)	about 55 pounds (25 kg)
Height Which is taller, Siberian Husky or German Shepherd or Dalmatian? Siberian Husky vs German Shepherd vs Dalmatian height comparison:	Male: 21–24 inches (53–61 cm), Female: 20–22 inches (51–56 cm)	Male: 24-26 inches (60-65 cm), Female: 22-24 inches (55-60 cm)	Male: 22 - 24 inches (50 – 60 cm), Female: 20 - 22 inches (50 - 55 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 21–24 inches (53–61 cm), Female: 20–22 inches (51–56 cm)	Male: 25 inches (62.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (57.5 cm)	Male: 22 - 24 inches (50 – 60 cm), Female: 20 - 22 inches (50 - 55 cm)

Siberian Husky vs German Shepherd vs Dalmatian Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Siberian Husky or German Shepherd or Dalmatian? Which is more expensive?	$700-$1200	$800-$2000	$500-$600
Availability Which is easier to get, Siberian Husky or German Shepherd or Dalmatian?	Very frequent: The Siberian Husky is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The German Shepherd is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Dalmatian is quite easy to get.

Siberian Husky vs German Shepherd vs Dalmatian Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Siberian Husky vs German Shepherd vs Dalmatian intelligence:	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.	Smart: The Dalmatian dogs have great intelligence. See more.
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Trainability Siberian Husky vs German Shepherd vs Dalmatian trainability comparison.	Siberian Husky dogs are hard to train. See more.	German Shepherd dogs are easy to train. See more.	Dalmatian dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Siberian Husky or German Shepherd or Dalmatian?	Siberian Husky dogs are not the best choice if you want a good watchdog. See more.	German Shepherd dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Dalmatian dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Siberian Husky or German Shepherd or Dalmatian? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Siberian Husky dogs can't provide protection for their territory. See more.	German Shepherd dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Dalmatian dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Siberian Husky vs German Shepherd vs Dalmatian Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Siberian Husky or German Shepherd or Dalmatian? Siberian Husky vs German Shepherd vs Dalmatian behavior/temperament comparison:	Alert Intelligent Friendly Outgoing Gentle	Curious Alert Courageous Intelligent Confident Obedient Loyal Watchful	Active Playful Energetic Sensitive Intelligent Friendly Outgoing
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: 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: Siberian Husky vs German Shepherd vs Dalmatian?	High: Siberian Husky dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: German Shepherd dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Dalmatian dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Siberian Husky vs German Shepherd vs Dalmatian social needs comparison:	Siberian Husky dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	German Shepherd dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Dalmatian dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Siberian 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.	The wanderlust potential of the Dalmatian is strong enough to escape from home. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Siberian Husky 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.	German Shepherd dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Dalmatian 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

Siberian Husky vs German Shepherd vs Dalmatian Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Siberian Husky vs German Shepherd vs Dalmatian playfulness comparison:	The Siberian Husky is a playful breed. See more.	Average: German Shepherds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Dalmatian is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Siberian Husky vs German Shepherd vs Dalmatian?	Average: The Siberian Husky barks occasionally. See more.	Low to Average: The German Shepherd rarely barks. See more.	Average: The Dalmatian barks occasionally. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Siberian Husky or German Shepherd or Dalmatian?	It is not recommended to keep the Siberian Husky breed in the home.	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.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Dalmatian breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Siberian Husky vs German Shepherd vs Dalmatian Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Siberian 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.	Dalmatian dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Siberian Husky or German Shepherd or Dalmatian?	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.	Dalmatian dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Siberian Husky vs German Shepherd vs Dalmatian Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Siberian Husky or German Shepherd or Dalmatian?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Siberian Husky bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ German Shepherd bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Dalmatian 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:	Low 🔽 The Siberian Husky has a low chance of biting somebody.	High 🔼 The German Shepherd has a high chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Dalmatian has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Siberian Husky vs German Shepherd vs Dalmatian mouthiness comparison:	Siberian 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.	Dalmatian dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Siberian Husky vs German Shepherd vs Dalmatian Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Siberian Husky vs German Shepherd vs Dalmatian health comparison. Which is the healthier: Siberian Husky vs German Shepherd vs Dalmatian?	The Siberian Husky is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	German Shepherds are commonly healthy dogs.	Dalmatians are commonly healthy dogs.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Siberian Husky vs German Shepherd vs Dalmatian? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Siberian Husky vs German Shepherd vs Dalmatian health problems comparison:	Cataracts Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Corneal Dystrophy	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	Hip Dysplasia Allergies Deafness Skin Allergies Iris Sphincter Dysplasia Urolithiasis
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Siberian Husky should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Rare The German Shepherd should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Rare The Dalmatian should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
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Life Expectancy Siberian Husky vs German Shepherd vs Dalmatian lifespan comparison. How long do Siberian Husky, German Shepherd and Dalmatian breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	12-14 years The average lifespan of Siberian Husky: 13 years	9-13 years The average lifespan of German Shepherd: 11 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Dalmatian: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Siberian Husky vs German Shepherd vs Dalmatian?	Prefers cold weather The Siberian 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.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.

Siberian Husky vs German Shepherd vs Dalmatian Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Siberian Husky or German Shepherd or Dalmatian? Siberian Husky vs German Shepherd vs Dalmatian energy level comparison:	Siberian Husky dogs are high-energy dogs.	German Shepherd dogs are high-energy dogs.	Dalmatian dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Siberian Husky vs German Shepherd vs Dalmatian exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Siberian Husky or German Shepherd or Dalmatian? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Siberian Husky dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	German Shepherd dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Dalmatian dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Siberian Husky or German Shepherd or Dalmatian?	Siberian Husky dogs don't need too much sleep.	German Shepherd dogs don't need too much sleep.	Dalmatian dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Siberian Husky vs German Shepherd vs Dalmatian Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Siberian Husky or German Shepherd or Dalmatian?	Recommended daily amount: 2.5 to 3 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.	Recommended daily amount: 1.5 to 2 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? Siberian Husky vs German Shepherd vs Dalmatian weight gain potential comparison:	Low to Average: The Siberian 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.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Dalmatian's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
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Siberian Husky vs German Shepherd vs Dalmatian Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Siberian Husky vs German Shepherd vs Dalmatian coat comparison:	Fluffy	Fuzzy	Fine
Colors What are the original Siberian Husky, German Shepherd and Dalmatian color?	Black Gray Red White Sable Agouti	Black Tan Red Silver	Black White Brown Liver
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Siberian Husky or German Shepherd or Dalmatian? Siberian Husky vs German Shepherd vs Dalmatian grooming comparison:	Average: The Siberian Husky requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The German Shepherd requires average grooming effort. See more.	Effortless: The Dalmatian requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Siberian Husky or German Shepherd or Dalmatian? Siberian Husky or German Shepherd or {name3 shedding:	Siberian Husky dogs shed above average. See more.	German Shepherd dogs are heavy shedders. See more.	Dalmatian 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: Siberian Husky or German Shepherd or Dalmatian?	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.
Hypoallergenic Siberian Husky vs German Shepherd vs Dalmatian 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, Siberian Husky vs German Shepherd vs Dalmatian?	Low 🔽 The Siberian Husky has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The German Shepherd has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Dalmatian has a low chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Siberian Husky is an average drooler. See more.	The German Shepherd is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Dalmatian is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Siberian Husky vs German Shepherd vs Dalmatian Good With Comparison

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

Siberian Husky vs German Shepherd vs Dalmatian 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.	Yes This breed makes good 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: Siberian Husky or German Shepherd or Dalmatian? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect 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.	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 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.	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.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Siberian Husky vs German Shepherd vs Dalmatian?	Not really Siberian 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.	Not really Dalmatian 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.	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.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Siberian Husky vs German Shepherd vs Dalmatian 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 Siberian Husky and German Shepherd and Dalmatian have?	4-8 puppies	6-10 puppies	6-9 puppies
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Siberian Husky vs German Shepherd vs Dalmatian Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1930 as a Working breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1908 as a Herding breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1888 as a Non-Sporting breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Nordic Sledge Dogs section.	Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section.	Recognized by FCI in the Scent hounds and related breeds group, in the Related breeds 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	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	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

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