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Silken Windhound vs German Shepherd vs Shetland Sheepdog Comparison - Dog breed selector: Silken or Alsatian wolf dog or Dwarf Scotch Shepherd? Find the right dog for you

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Name Silken Windhound German Shepherd Shetland Sheepdog
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Group Hunting Dogs Pastoral / Herding Dogs Pastoral / Herding Dogs
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Silken Alsatian wolf dog
Berger Allemand
Deutscher Schäferhund
Schäferhund
Alsatian
Dwarf Scotch Shepherd
Sheltie
Shetland Collie
Toonie Dog
Miniature Collie
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Silken Windhound vs German Shepherd vs Shetland Sheepdog breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Silken Windhound vs German Shepherd vs Shetland Sheepdog Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Silken Windhound or German Shepherd or Shetland Sheepdog? Which is the smallest dog, Silken Windhound or German Shepherd or Shetland Sheepdog?
Medium Large Medium
Weight
Which is heavier, Silken Windhound or German Shepherd or German Shepherd? Silken Windhound vs German Shepherd vs Shetland Sheepdog weight comparison:
Female: 22-45 pounds (10-20 kg), Male: 33-55 pounds (15-25 kg) Male: 66-88 pounds (30-40 kg), Female: 49-71 pounds (22-32 kg) 14-27 pounds (6-12 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Female: 33.5 pounds (15 kg), Male: 44 pounds (20 kg) Male: 77 pounds (35 kg), Female: 60 pounds (27 kg) 20.5 pounds (9 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Silken Windhound or German Shepherd or Shetland Sheepdog? Silken Windhound vs German Shepherd vs Shetland Sheepdog height comparison:
18-23.5 inches (46-60 cm) Male: 24-26 inches (60-65 cm), Female: 22-24 inches (55-60 cm) 13-16 inches (33-41 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
18-23.5 inches (53 cm) Male: 25 inches (62.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (57.5 cm) 14.5 inches (37 cm)

Silken Windhound vs German Shepherd vs Shetland Sheepdog Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Silken Windhound or German Shepherd or Shetland Sheepdog? Which is more expensive?
$800-$1000 $800-$2000 $800-$1000
Availability
Which is easier to get, Silken Windhound or German Shepherd or Shetland Sheepdog?
Average: The Silken Windhound is a commonly available dog breed.
Very frequent: The German Shepherd is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Shetland Sheepdog is quite easy to get.

Silken Windhound vs German Shepherd vs Shetland Sheepdog Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Silken Windhound vs German Shepherd vs Shetland Sheepdog intelligence:
Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Outstanding: German Shepherd is one of the brightest dog breeds.
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Outstanding: Shetland Sheepdog is one of the brightest dog breeds.
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Trainability
Silken Windhound vs German Shepherd vs Shetland Sheepdog trainability comparison.
Silken Windhound dogs are easy to train.
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German Shepherd dogs are easy to train.
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Shetland Sheepdog dogs are quite easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Silken Windhound or German Shepherd or Shetland Sheepdog?
Silken Windhound dogs are not the best watchdogs.
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German Shepherd dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Shetland Sheepdog dogs are good watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Silken Windhound or German Shepherd or Shetland Sheepdog? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Silken Windhound dogs are not the best to protect their territory.
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German Shepherd dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Shetland Sheepdog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Silken Windhound vs German Shepherd vs Shetland Sheepdog Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Silken Windhound or German Shepherd or Shetland Sheepdog? Silken Windhound vs German Shepherd vs Shetland Sheepdog behavior/temperament comparison:
Playful
Loving
Friendly
Affectionate
Trusting
Companionable
Familiar
Curious
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Confident
Obedient
Loyal
Watchful
Playful
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Sensitive: German Shepherd dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Sensitive: Shetland Sheepdog dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Silken Windhound vs German Shepherd vs Shetland Sheepdog?
Average to High: Silken Windhound dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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High: German Shepherd dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Shetland Sheepdog dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Silken Windhound vs German Shepherd vs Shetland Sheepdog social needs comparison:
Silken Windhound dogs need for social interaction is average.
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German Shepherd dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Shetland Sheepdog dogs are a social breed.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
The wanderlust potential of the Silken Windhound is strong enough to escape from home.
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German Shepherd dogs are not the biggest explorers.
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Shetland Sheepdog dogs tend to escape less than other breeds.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Silken Windhound dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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German Shepherd dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Shetland Sheepdog 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.
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Silken Windhound vs German Shepherd vs Shetland Sheepdog Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Silken Windhound vs German Shepherd vs Shetland Sheepdog playfulness comparison:
Average: Silken Windhounds, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Average: German Shepherds, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Average: Shetland Sheepdogs, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Silken Windhound vs German Shepherd vs Shetland Sheepdog?
Low to Average: The Silken Windhound rarely barks.
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Low to Average: The German Shepherd rarely barks.
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A lot: Shetland Sheepdog is a particularly loud breed.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Silken Windhound or German Shepherd or Shetland Sheepdog?
Very house-friendly dog the Silken Windhound breed.
It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep German Shepherd indoors.
It is not recommended to keep the Shetland Sheepdog breed in the home.

Silken Windhound vs German Shepherd vs Shetland Sheepdog Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
Silken Windhound dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
German Shepherd dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Shetland Sheepdog dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Silken Windhound or German Shepherd or Shetland Sheepdog?
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.
Shetland Sheepdog 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.

Silken Windhound vs German Shepherd vs Shetland Sheepdog Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Silken Windhound or German Shepherd or Shetland Sheepdog?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Silken Windhound bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

German Shepherd bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Shetland Sheepdog bite force: Ordinary.
Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:

Low 🔽

The Silken Windhound has a low chance of biting somebody.

High 🔼

The German Shepherd has a high chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Shetland Sheepdog has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Silken Windhound vs German Shepherd vs Shetland Sheepdog mouthiness comparison:
Silken Windhound dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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German Shepherd dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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Shetland Sheepdog dogs have a low tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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Silken Windhound vs German Shepherd vs Shetland Sheepdog Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Silken Windhound vs German Shepherd vs Shetland Sheepdog health comparison. Which is the healthier: Silken Windhound vs German Shepherd vs Shetland Sheepdog?
Silken Windhounds tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
German Shepherds are commonly healthy dogs.
The Shetland Sheepdog is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Silken Windhound vs German Shepherd vs Shetland Sheepdog? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Silken Windhound vs German Shepherd vs Shetland Sheepdog health problems comparison:
No data available Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Cancer
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Von Willebrand's Disease
Bloat
Epilepsy
Blindness
Cherry Eye
Elbow Dysplasia
Diabetes
Heart Disease
Retinal Dysplasia
Demodectic Mange
Degenerative Myelopathy
Wobbler's Syndrome
Panosteitis
Hemophilia B
Megaesophagus
Cushing's Syndrome
Lens Luxation
Exocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency
Chronic Diarrhea
Cruciate Ligament Rupture
Digestive Problems
Hemophilia A
Hypertrophic Osteodystrophy
Lupus
Myasthenia Gravis
Nail Bed Disease
Osteochondrosis
Pannus
Paralysis
Perianal Fistula
Seborrhea
Vitiligo
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Patellar Luxation
Cancer
Hypothyroidism
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Von Willebrand's Disease
Epilepsy
Heart Problems
Drug Sensitivity
Elbow Dysplasia
Collie Eye Anomaly
Haemophilia
Trichiasis
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Frequent
The Silken Windhound 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).
Average
The Shetland Sheepdog should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Life Expectancy
Silken Windhound vs German Shepherd vs Shetland Sheepdog lifespan comparison. How long do Silken Windhound, German Shepherd and Shetland Sheepdog breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
16-20 years
The average lifespan of Silken Windhound: 18 years
9-13 years
The average lifespan of German Shepherd: 11 years
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Shetland Sheepdog: 13 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Silken Windhound vs German Shepherd vs Shetland Sheepdog?
Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Silken Windhound can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Shetland Sheepdog can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Silken Windhound vs German Shepherd vs Shetland Sheepdog Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Silken Windhound or German Shepherd or Shetland Sheepdog? Silken Windhound vs German Shepherd vs Shetland Sheepdog energy level comparison:
Silken Windhound dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
German Shepherd dogs are high-energy dogs.
Shetland Sheepdog dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Silken Windhound vs German Shepherd vs Shetland Sheepdog exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Silken Windhound or German Shepherd or Shetland Sheepdog? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Silken Windhound dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
German Shepherd dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Shetland Sheepdog dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Silken Windhound or German Shepherd or Shetland Sheepdog?
Silken Windhound dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
German Shepherd dogs don't need too much sleep.
Shetland Sheepdog dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.

Silken Windhound vs German Shepherd vs Shetland Sheepdog Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Silken Windhound or German Shepherd or Shetland Sheepdog?
1.5 to 2.5 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. 2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Silken Windhound vs German Shepherd vs Shetland Sheepdog weight gain potential comparison:
Low: The Silken Windhound has good luck with genetics.
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Low to Average: The German Shepherd has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Shetland Sheepdog has an average risk for obesity.
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Silken Windhound vs German Shepherd vs Shetland Sheepdog Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Silken Windhound vs German Shepherd vs Shetland Sheepdog coat comparison:
Silky Fuzzy Dense
Colors
What are the original Silken Windhound, German Shepherd and Shetland Sheepdog color?
Black
Gray
Tan
Red
White
Silver
Brown
Black
Tan
Red
Silver
Black
Tan
Blue
White
Sable
Merle
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Silken Windhound or German Shepherd or Shetland Sheepdog? Silken Windhound vs German Shepherd vs Shetland Sheepdog grooming comparison:
Average: The Silken Windhound requires average grooming effort.
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Average: The German Shepherd requires average grooming effort.
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Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Silken Windhound or German Shepherd or Shetland Sheepdog? Silken Windhound or German Shepherd or {name3 shedding:
Silken Windhound dogs shed moderately.
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German Shepherd dogs are heavy shedders.
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Shetland Sheepdog dogs shed moderately.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Silken Windhound or German Shepherd or Shetland Sheepdog?
2-3 weeks
Frequent. This breed has high-maintenance hair and may require a bath every 2-3 weeks.
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8-12 weeks
Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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Hypoallergenic
Silken Windhound vs German Shepherd vs Shetland Sheepdog hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?
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Stinkiness
Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Silken Windhound vs German Shepherd vs Shetland Sheepdog?

Medium

The Silken Windhound has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The German Shepherd has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Shetland Sheepdog has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?
The Silken Windhound is an average drooler.
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The German Shepherd is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Shetland Sheepdog is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Silken Windhound vs German Shepherd vs Shetland Sheepdog Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Silken Windhound dogs are generally with other pets.
German Shepherd dogs are generally with other pets.
Shetland Sheepdog dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Silken Windhound or German Shepherd or Shetland Sheepdog? Which dog is more friendly?
Silken Windhound dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
German Shepherd dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Shetland Sheepdog dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Silken Windhound or German Shepherd or Shetland Sheepdog?
Silken Windhound dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
German Shepherd dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Shetland Sheepdog dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Silken Windhound or German Shepherd or Shetland Sheepdog?
Silken Windhound dogs are average friendly towards cats.
German Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Shetland Sheepdog dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Silken Windhound or German Shepherd or Shetland Sheepdog?
Silken Windhound dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
German Shepherd dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Shetland Sheepdog dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Silken Windhound vs German Shepherd vs Shetland Sheepdog?
Yes
Silken Windhound dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
German Shepherd dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Shetland Sheepdog dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
Silken Windhound is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
German Shepherd is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Shetland Sheepdog is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
Silken Windhounds are usually recommended for elderly people.
German Shepherds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Shetland Sheepdogs are usually recommended for elderly people.

Silken Windhound vs German Shepherd vs Shetland Sheepdog 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.
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Yes

This breed makes good as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Therapy Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: Silken Windhound or German Shepherd or Shetland Sheepdog? Which is better for autism?

Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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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: Silken Windhound vs German Shepherd vs Shetland Sheepdog?

Not really

Silken Windhound breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

German Shepherd breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Shetland Sheepdog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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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.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Fighting Dog / Military Dog

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Yes

In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Silken Windhound vs German Shepherd vs Shetland Sheepdog 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.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Litter Size
How many puppies can Silken Windhound and German Shepherd and Shetland Sheepdog have?
4-6 puppies 6-10 puppies 4-6 puppies

Silken Windhound vs German Shepherd vs Shetland Sheepdog Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1908 as a Herding breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1911 as a Herding breed.
FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI?
Not recognized by FCI. Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section. 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?
No data available American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
German Shepherd Dog Club Of America
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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