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Swedish Vallhund vs Tamaskan Dog vs German Shepherd Comparison - Dog breed selector: Västgötaspets or Tam or Alsatian wolf dog? Find the right dog for you

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Name Swedish Vallhund Tamaskan Dog German Shepherd
OriginsSweden flagSweden Finland flagFinland Germany flagGermany
Group Pastoral / Herding Dogs Sled Dogs Pastoral / Herding Dogs
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Västgötaspets Tam
Tamaskan husky
Alsatian wolf dog
Berger Allemand
Deutscher Schäferhund
Schäferhund
Alsatian
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Swedish Vallhund vs Tamaskan Dog vs German Shepherd breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Swedish Vallhund vs Tamaskan Dog vs German Shepherd Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Swedish Vallhund or Tamaskan Dog or German Shepherd? Which is the smallest dog, Swedish Vallhund or Tamaskan Dog or German Shepherd?
Medium Large Large
Weight
Which is heavier, Swedish Vallhund or Tamaskan Dog or Tamaskan Dog? Swedish Vallhund vs Tamaskan Dog vs German Shepherd weight comparison:
25-35 pounds (11-15 kg) Male: 66-99 pounds (30-45 kg), Female: 50-84 pounds (23-38 kg) Male: 66-88 pounds (30-40 kg), Female: 49-71 pounds (22-32 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
30 pounds (13 kg) Male: 82.5 pounds (37.5 kg), Female: 67 pounds (30.5 kg) Male: 77 pounds (35 kg), Female: 60 pounds (27 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Swedish Vallhund or Tamaskan Dog or German Shepherd? Swedish Vallhund vs Tamaskan Dog vs German Shepherd height comparison:
12-16 inches (30-40 cm) Male: 25-28 inches (63-71 cm), Female: 24-27 inches (61-66 cm) Male: 24-26 inches (60-65 cm), Female: 22-24 inches (55-60 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
14 inches (35 cm) Male: 26.5 inches (67 cm), Female: 25.5 inches (63.5 cm) Male: 25 inches (62.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (57.5 cm)

Swedish Vallhund vs Tamaskan Dog vs German Shepherd Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Swedish Vallhund or Tamaskan Dog or German Shepherd? Which is more expensive?
$500-$600 $600-$800 $800-$2000
Availability
Which is easier to get, Swedish Vallhund or Tamaskan Dog or German Shepherd?
Frequent: The Swedish Vallhund is easier than average to get.
Average: The Tamaskan Dog is a commonly available dog breed.
Very frequent: The German Shepherd is quite easy to get.

Swedish Vallhund vs Tamaskan Dog vs German Shepherd Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Swedish Vallhund vs Tamaskan Dog vs German Shepherd intelligence:
Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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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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Trainability
Swedish Vallhund vs Tamaskan Dog vs German Shepherd trainability comparison.
Swedish Vallhund dogs are quite easy to train.
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Tamaskan Dog dogs are quite easy to train.
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German Shepherd dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Swedish Vallhund or Tamaskan Dog or German Shepherd?
Swedish Vallhund dogs are good watchdogs.
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Tamaskan Dog dogs are good watchdogs.
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German Shepherd dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Swedish Vallhund or Tamaskan Dog or German Shepherd? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Swedish Vallhund dogs are not the best to protect their territory.
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Tamaskan Dog dogs strongly protect their territory.
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German Shepherd dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Swedish Vallhund vs Tamaskan Dog vs German Shepherd Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Swedish Vallhund or Tamaskan Dog or German Shepherd? Swedish Vallhund vs Tamaskan Dog vs German Shepherd behavior/temperament comparison:
Energetic
Alert
Friendly
Fearless
Watchful
Agile
Intelligent
Obedient
Sociable
Tolerant
Curious
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Confident
Obedient
Loyal
Watchful
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
Swedish Vallhund dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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Sensitive: Tamaskan Dog dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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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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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Swedish Vallhund vs Tamaskan Dog vs German Shepherd?
High: Swedish Vallhund dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Average to High: Tamaskan Dog 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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Social Needs
Swedish Vallhund vs Tamaskan Dog vs German Shepherd social needs comparison:
Swedish Vallhund dogs are a social breed.
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Tamaskan Dog dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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German Shepherd dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Swedish Vallhund dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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The wanderlust potential of the Tamaskan Dog is strong enough to escape from home.
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German Shepherd dogs are not the biggest explorers.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Swedish Vallhund dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Tamaskan Dog dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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German Shepherd dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Swedish Vallhund vs Tamaskan Dog vs German Shepherd Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Swedish Vallhund vs Tamaskan Dog vs German Shepherd playfulness comparison:
Average: Swedish Vallhunds, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Average: Tamaskan Dogs, 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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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Swedish Vallhund vs Tamaskan Dog vs German Shepherd?
Average to High: The Swedish Vallhund is a vocal breed.
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Low to Average: The Tamaskan Dog rarely barks.
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Low to Average: The German Shepherd rarely barks.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Swedish Vallhund or Tamaskan Dog or German Shepherd?
It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Swedish Vallhund indoors.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Tamaskan Dog 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.

Swedish Vallhund vs Tamaskan Dog vs German Shepherd Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
Swedish Vallhund dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Average: Tamaskan Dog dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
German Shepherd dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Swedish Vallhund or Tamaskan Dog or German Shepherd?
Swedish Vallhund 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.
Tamaskan Dog dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Swedish Vallhund vs Tamaskan Dog vs German Shepherd Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Swedish Vallhund or Tamaskan Dog or German Shepherd?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Swedish Vallhund bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Tamaskan Dog bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

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

Low 🔽

The Swedish Vallhund has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Tamaskan Dog has a low chance of biting somebody.

High 🔼

The German Shepherd has a high chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Swedish Vallhund vs Tamaskan Dog vs German Shepherd mouthiness comparison:
Swedish Vallhund dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Tamaskan Dog dogs have a higher than 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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Swedish Vallhund vs Tamaskan Dog vs German Shepherd Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Swedish Vallhund vs Tamaskan Dog vs German Shepherd health comparison. Which is the healthier: Swedish Vallhund vs Tamaskan Dog vs German Shepherd?
Swedish Vallhunds tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Tamaskan Dogs tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
German Shepherds are commonly healthy dogs.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Swedish Vallhund vs Tamaskan Dog vs German Shepherd? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Swedish Vallhund vs Tamaskan Dog vs German Shepherd health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Patellar Luxation
Heart Problems
Retinal Dysplasia
Skin Allergies
Spina Befida
Cancer
Eye Problems
Bloat
Epilepsy
Deafness
Ear Infections
Degenerative Myelopathy
Cryptorchidism
Renal Failure
Liver Issues
Heat Intolerance
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Cancer
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Von Willebrand's Disease
Bloat
Epilepsy
Blindness
Cherry Eye
Elbow Dysplasia
Diabetes
Heart Disease
Retinal Dysplasia
Demodectic Mange
Degenerative Myelopathy
Wobbler's Syndrome
Panosteitis
Hemophilia B
Megaesophagus
Cushing's Syndrome
Lens Luxation
Exocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency
Chronic Diarrhea
Cruciate Ligament Rupture
Digestive Problems
Hemophilia A
Hypertrophic Osteodystrophy
Lupus
Myasthenia Gravis
Nail Bed Disease
Osteochondrosis
Pannus
Paralysis
Perianal Fistula
Seborrhea
Vitiligo
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Frequent
The Swedish Vallhund should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Frequent
The Tamaskan Dog 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).
Life Expectancy
Swedish Vallhund vs Tamaskan Dog vs German Shepherd lifespan comparison. How long do Swedish Vallhund, Tamaskan Dog and German Shepherd breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Swedish Vallhund: 13 years
14-16 years
The average lifespan of Tamaskan Dog: 15 years
9-13 years
The average lifespan of German Shepherd: 11 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Swedish Vallhund vs Tamaskan Dog vs German Shepherd?
Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Swedish Vallhund can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Tamaskan Dog 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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Swedish Vallhund vs Tamaskan Dog vs German Shepherd Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Swedish Vallhund or Tamaskan Dog or German Shepherd? Swedish Vallhund vs Tamaskan Dog vs German Shepherd energy level comparison:
Swedish Vallhund dogs are high-energy dogs.
Tamaskan Dog dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
German Shepherd dogs are high-energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Swedish Vallhund vs Tamaskan Dog vs German Shepherd exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Swedish Vallhund or Tamaskan Dog or German Shepherd? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Swedish Vallhund dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Tamaskan Dog dogs have an average exercise need.
German Shepherd dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Swedish Vallhund or Tamaskan Dog or German Shepherd?
Swedish Vallhund dogs don't need too much sleep.
Tamaskan Dog dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
German Shepherd dogs don't need too much sleep.

Swedish Vallhund vs Tamaskan Dog vs German Shepherd Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Swedish Vallhund or Tamaskan Dog or German Shepherd?
Recommended daily amount: 1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food daily, divided into two meals. 3 to 4 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.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Swedish Vallhund vs Tamaskan Dog vs German Shepherd weight gain potential comparison:
Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Swedish Vallhund's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Average: The Tamaskan Dog has an average risk for obesity.
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Low to Average: The German Shepherd has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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Swedish Vallhund vs Tamaskan Dog vs German Shepherd Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Swedish Vallhund vs Tamaskan Dog vs German Shepherd coat comparison:
Thick Thick
Double
Coarse
Fuzzy
Colors
What are the original Swedish Vallhund, Tamaskan Dog and German Shepherd color?
Black
Gray
Red
Blue
White
Black
Gray
Red
Black
Tan
Red
Silver
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Swedish Vallhund or Tamaskan Dog or German Shepherd? Swedish Vallhund vs Tamaskan Dog vs German Shepherd grooming comparison:
Average: The Swedish Vallhund requires average grooming effort.
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Easy to groom: The Tamaskan Dog doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Average: The German Shepherd requires average grooming effort.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Swedish Vallhund or Tamaskan Dog or German Shepherd? Swedish Vallhund or Tamaskan Dog or {name3 shedding:
Swedish Vallhund dogs are heavy shedders.
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Tamaskan Dog dogs shed moderately.
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German Shepherd dogs are heavy shedders.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Swedish Vallhund or Tamaskan Dog or German Shepherd?
6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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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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Hypoallergenic
Swedish Vallhund vs Tamaskan Dog vs German Shepherd 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, Swedish Vallhund vs Tamaskan Dog vs German Shepherd?

Medium

The Swedish Vallhund has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Tamaskan Dog has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The German Shepherd has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?
The Swedish Vallhund is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Tamaskan Dog 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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Swedish Vallhund vs Tamaskan Dog vs German Shepherd Good With Comparison

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

Swedish Vallhund vs Tamaskan Dog vs German Shepherd 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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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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Therapy Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: Swedish Vallhund or Tamaskan Dog or German Shepherd? Which is better for autism?

Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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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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Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog
Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?

Not really

They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.

Not really

They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.

Yes

After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR)
Which one could be a search and rescue dog?

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.

Yes

This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog
Which one could be a boat dog: Swedish Vallhund vs Tamaskan Dog vs German Shepherd?

Not really

Swedish Vallhund breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Tamaskan Dog 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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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.

Not really

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

Yes

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

Swedish Vallhund vs Tamaskan Dog vs German Shepherd Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length 60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency

Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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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 Swedish Vallhund and Tamaskan Dog and German Shepherd have?
4-8 puppies 6-10 puppies 6-10 puppies

Swedish Vallhund vs Tamaskan Dog vs German Shepherd Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2007 as a Herding breed. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1908 as a Herding breed.
FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI?
Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Nordic Watchdogs and Herders section. Not recognized by FCI. Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section.
Breed Recognition
What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?
American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
New Zealand Kennel 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
German Shepherd Dog Club Of America

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