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Name	Vizsla	Welsh Sheepdog	German Shepherd
Origins	Hungary	Wales	Germany
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Group	Gun Dog	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Hungarian Pointer Hungarian Short-Haired Pointer Magyar Vizsla Rövidszőrű Magyar Vizsla Hungarian Vizsla	Welsh Collie	Alsatian wolf dog Berger Allemand Deutscher Schäferhund Schäferhund Alsatian
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Vizsla vs Welsh Sheepdog vs German Shepherd breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Vizsla vs Welsh Sheepdog vs German Shepherd Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Vizsla or Welsh Sheepdog or German Shepherd? Which is the smallest dog, Vizsla or Welsh Sheepdog or German Shepherd?	Large	Medium	Large
Weight Which is heavier, Vizsla or Welsh Sheepdog or Welsh Sheepdog? Vizsla vs Welsh Sheepdog vs German Shepherd weight comparison:	Male: 45-60 pounds (20-27 kg), Female: 40-55 pounds (18-25 kg)	Male: 15-35 pounds (7-16 kg), Female: 13-33 pounds (6-15 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?	Male: 52.5 pounds (23.5 kg), Female: 47.5 pounds (21.5 kg)	Male: 25 pounds (11.5 kg), Female: 23 pounds (10.5 kg)	Male: 77 pounds (35 kg), Female: 60 pounds (27 kg)
Height Which is taller, Vizsla or Welsh Sheepdog or German Shepherd? Vizsla vs Welsh Sheepdog vs German Shepherd height comparison:	Male: 22-26 inches (56-66 cm), Female: 20-24 inches (51-61 cm)	Male: 16-19 inches (41-47 cm), Female : 14-17 inches (38-44 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?	Male: 24 inches (61 cm), Female: 22 inches (56 cm)	Male: 17.5 inches (44 cm), Female : 15.5 inches (41 cm)	Male: 25 inches (62.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (57.5 cm)

Vizsla vs Welsh Sheepdog vs German Shepherd Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Vizsla or Welsh Sheepdog or German Shepherd? Which is more expensive?	$800-$1200	Unknown	$800-$2000
Availability Which is easier to get, Vizsla or Welsh Sheepdog or German Shepherd?	Very frequent: The Vizsla is quite easy to get.	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.	Very frequent: The German Shepherd is quite easy to get.

Vizsla vs Welsh Sheepdog vs German Shepherd Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Vizsla vs Welsh Sheepdog vs German Shepherd intelligence:	Very smart: Vizsla is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Very smart: Welsh Sheepdog is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Outstanding: German Shepherd is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Vizsla vs Welsh Sheepdog vs German Shepherd trainability comparison.	Vizsla dogs are easy to train. See more.	Welsh Sheepdog dogs are very easy to train. See more.	German Shepherd dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Vizsla or Welsh Sheepdog or German Shepherd?	Vizsla dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Welsh Sheepdog dogs are not the best watchdogs. See more.	German Shepherd dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Vizsla or Welsh Sheepdog or German Shepherd? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Vizsla dogs are average defenders. See more.	Welsh Sheepdog dogs are average defenders. See more.	German Shepherd dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Vizsla vs Welsh Sheepdog vs German Shepherd Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Vizsla or Welsh Sheepdog or German Shepherd? Vizsla vs Welsh Sheepdog vs German Shepherd behavior/temperament comparison:	Playful Energetic Protective Intelligent Friendly Affectionate Lively Gentle Trainable Companionable Cheerful Quiet Easygoing Willing Evenly Tempered	Active Energetic Intelligent	Curious Alert Courageous Intelligent Confident Obedient Loyal Watchful
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Sensitive: Vizsla dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	Welsh Sheepdog dogs are less 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.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Vizsla vs Welsh Sheepdog vs German Shepherd?	High: Vizsla dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: Welsh Sheepdog dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	High: German Shepherd dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Vizsla vs Welsh Sheepdog vs German Shepherd social needs comparison:	Vizsla dogs are a social breed. See more.	Welsh Sheepdog dogs are a social breed. See more.	German Shepherd dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Vizsla dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Welsh Sheepdog is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	German Shepherd dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Vizsla dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.	Welsh Sheepdog dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	German Shepherd 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

Vizsla vs Welsh Sheepdog vs German Shepherd Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Vizsla vs Welsh Sheepdog vs German Shepherd playfulness comparison:	The Vizsla is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Welsh Sheepdog is a playful breed. See more.	Average: German Shepherds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Vizsla vs Welsh Sheepdog vs German Shepherd?	Average: The Vizsla barks occasionally. See more.	Average: The Welsh Sheepdog barks occasionally. See more.	Low to Average: The German Shepherd rarely barks. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Vizsla or Welsh Sheepdog or German Shepherd?	It is not recommended to keep the Vizsla 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 Welsh Sheepdog indoors.	It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep German Shepherd indoors.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Vizsla vs Welsh Sheepdog vs German Shepherd Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Vizsla dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Welsh Sheepdog dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	German Shepherd dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Vizsla or Welsh Sheepdog or German Shepherd?	Vizsla 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.	Welsh 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.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Vizsla vs Welsh Sheepdog vs German Shepherd Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Vizsla vs Welsh Sheepdog vs German Shepherd Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Vizsla vs Welsh Sheepdog vs German Shepherd health comparison. Which is the healthier: Vizsla vs Welsh Sheepdog vs German Shepherd?	The Vizsla is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Welsh Sheepdogs tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	German Shepherds are commonly healthy dogs.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Vizsla vs Welsh Sheepdog vs German Shepherd? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Vizsla vs Welsh Sheepdog vs German Shepherd health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Cancer Epilepsy Sebaceous Adenitis	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
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Vizsla should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Frequent The Welsh Sheepdog 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).
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Vizsla vs Welsh Sheepdog vs German Shepherd lifespan comparison. How long do Vizsla, Welsh Sheepdog and German Shepherd breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	10-14 years The average lifespan of Vizsla: 12 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Welsh Sheepdog: 13 years	9-13 years The average lifespan of German Shepherd: 11 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Vizsla vs Welsh Sheepdog vs German Shepherd?	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Welsh Sheepdog can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even 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.

Vizsla vs Welsh Sheepdog vs German Shepherd Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Vizsla vs Welsh Sheepdog vs German Shepherd Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Vizsla or Welsh Sheepdog or German Shepherd?	2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1 to 1.5 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.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Vizsla vs Welsh Sheepdog vs German Shepherd weight gain potential comparison:	Low to Average: The Vizsla has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Low to Average: The Welsh Sheepdog 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.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Vizsla vs Welsh Sheepdog vs German Shepherd Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Vizsla vs Welsh Sheepdog vs German Shepherd coat comparison:	Fine Dense Hard Coarse Short No Undercoat	Feathered	Fuzzy
Colors What are the original Vizsla, Welsh Sheepdog and German Shepherd color?	Golden Rust Russet Gold Dark Sandy Gold	Black White Red	Black Tan Red Silver
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Vizsla or Welsh Sheepdog or German Shepherd? Vizsla vs Welsh Sheepdog vs German Shepherd grooming comparison:	Effortless: The Vizsla requires minimal grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Welsh Sheepdog requires minimal grooming. See more.	Average: The German Shepherd requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Vizsla or Welsh Sheepdog or German Shepherd? Vizsla or Welsh Sheepdog or {name3 shedding:	Vizsla dogs shed moderately. See more.	Welsh Sheepdog dogs shed moderately. See more.	German Shepherd 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: Vizsla or Welsh Sheepdog or German Shepherd?	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	8-12 weeks Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.
Hypoallergenic Vizsla vs Welsh Sheepdog vs German Shepherd 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, Vizsla vs Welsh Sheepdog vs German Shepherd?	Medium ⏺ The Vizsla has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Welsh Sheepdog 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 Vizsla is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Welsh Sheepdog is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The German Shepherd is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Vizsla vs Welsh Sheepdog vs German Shepherd Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Vizsla dogs are generally with other pets.	Welsh Sheepdog dogs are generally with other pets.	German Shepherd dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Vizsla or Welsh Sheepdog or German Shepherd? Which dog is more friendly?	Vizsla dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Welsh Sheepdog dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	German Shepherd dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Vizsla or Welsh Sheepdog or German Shepherd?	Vizsla dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Welsh Sheepdog dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	German Shepherd dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Vizsla or Welsh Sheepdog or German Shepherd?	Vizsla dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Welsh Sheepdog dogs are average friendly towards cats.	German Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Vizsla or Welsh Sheepdog or German Shepherd?	Vizsla dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Welsh Sheepdog dogs are dog-friendly 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: Vizsla vs Welsh Sheepdog vs German Shepherd?	Yes Vizsla dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Welsh Sheepdog 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?	No Vizsla is not the best dog breed for office environment.	Yes Welsh Sheepdog is one of the best dog breeds 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?	Vizslas are usually recommended for elderly people.	Welsh Sheepdogs are usually recommended for elderly people.	German Shepherds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Vizsla vs Welsh Sheepdog 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. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used 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: Vizsla or Welsh Sheepdog or German Shepherd? Which is better for autism?	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.
Therapy Dog Breeds
Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	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: Vizsla vs Welsh Sheepdog vs German Shepherd?	Yes Vizsla breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Not really Welsh Sheepdog 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.
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	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.

Vizsla vs Welsh Sheepdog 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. 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 Vizsla and Welsh Sheepdog and German Shepherd have?	6-8 puppies	2-8 puppies	6-10 puppies
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Vizsla vs Welsh Sheepdog vs German Shepherd Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1960 as a Sporting 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 Pointing Dogs group, in the Continental Pointing Dogs 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 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	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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