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Name	Doberman Pinscher	Boerboel	Giant Schnauzer
Origins	Germany	South Africa	Germany
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Group	Working Dogs	Working Dogs	Working Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Doberman Dobermann Dobynm Dobie	South African Mastiff South African Boerboel	Riesenschnauzer
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Doberman Pinscher vs Boerboel vs Giant Schnauzer breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Doberman Pinscher vs Boerboel vs Giant Schnauzer Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Doberman Pinscher or Boerboel or Giant Schnauzer? Which is the smallest dog, Doberman Pinscher or Boerboel or Giant Schnauzer?	Medium	Large Giant	Giant
Weight Which is heavier, Doberman Pinscher or Boerboel or Boerboel? Doberman Pinscher vs Boerboel vs Giant Schnauzer weight comparison:	Male: 88-99 pounds (40-45 kg), Female: 71-77 pounds (32-35 kg)	154-200 pounds (70-90 kg)	Males 60-105 pounds (27-48 kg), Female: 55-75 pounds (25-34 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 93.5 pounds (42.5 kg), Female: 74 pounds (33.5 kg)	177 pounds (80 kg)	Males 82.5 pounds (37.5 kg), Female: 65 pounds (29.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Doberman Pinscher or Boerboel or Giant Schnauzer? Doberman Pinscher vs Boerboel vs Giant Schnauzer height comparison:	Male: 26-28 inches (66-71cm), Female: 24-26 inches (61-66 cm)	Male: 25-28 inches (64-70 cm), Female: 23-25.5 inches (59-65 cm)	Male: 26-28 inches (66-71 cm), Female: 23-26 inches (58-66 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 27 inches (68.5 cm), Female: 25 inches (63.5 cm)	Male: 26.5 inches (67 cm), Female: 23-25.5 inches (62 cm)	Male: 27 inches (68.5 cm), Female: 24.5 inches (62 cm)

Doberman Pinscher vs Boerboel vs Giant Schnauzer Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Doberman Pinscher or Boerboel or Giant Schnauzer? Which is more expensive?	$800-$1000	$1500-$2000	$1000-$1500
Availability Which is easier to get, Doberman Pinscher or Boerboel or Giant Schnauzer?	Very frequent: The Doberman Pinscher is quite easy to get.	Frequent: The Boerboel is easier than average to get.	Very frequent: The Giant Schnauzer is quite easy to get.

Doberman Pinscher vs Boerboel vs Giant Schnauzer Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Doberman Pinscher vs Boerboel vs Giant Schnauzer intelligence:	Outstanding: Doberman Pinscher is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Smart: The Giant Schnauzer dogs have great intelligence. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Doberman Pinscher vs Boerboel vs Giant Schnauzer trainability comparison.	Doberman Pinscher dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Boerboel dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Giant Schnauzer dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Doberman Pinscher or Boerboel or Giant Schnauzer?	Doberman Pinscher dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Boerboel dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Giant Schnauzer dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Doberman Pinscher or Boerboel or Giant Schnauzer? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Doberman Pinscher dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Boerboel dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Giant Schnauzer dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Doberman Pinscher vs Boerboel vs Giant Schnauzer Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Doberman Pinscher or Boerboel or Giant Schnauzer? Doberman Pinscher vs Boerboel vs Giant Schnauzer behavior/temperament comparison:	Energetic Alert Intelligent Obedient Loyal Fearless	Intelligent Confident Obedient Dominant Territorial	Powerful Intelligent Dominant Loyal Kind Strong Willed
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Sensitive: Doberman Pinscher dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	Boerboel dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. 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: Doberman Pinscher vs Boerboel vs Giant Schnauzer?	High: Doberman Pinscher dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average: Boerboel dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	Average: Giant Schnauzer dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.
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Social Needs Doberman Pinscher vs Boerboel vs Giant Schnauzer social needs comparison:	Doberman Pinscher dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Boerboel dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Giant Schnauzer dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Doberman Pinscher dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Boerboel is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Giant Schnauzer is strong enough to escape from home. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Their prey drive is low. See more.	Boerboel 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.	Giant Schnauzer 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

Doberman Pinscher vs Boerboel vs Giant Schnauzer Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Doberman Pinscher vs Boerboel vs Giant Schnauzer playfulness comparison:	Average: Doberman Pinschers, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: Boerboels, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Giant Schnauzer is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Doberman Pinscher vs Boerboel vs Giant Schnauzer?	Low to Average: The Doberman Pinscher rarely barks. See more.	Low to Average: The Boerboel rarely barks. See more.	Average: The Giant Schnauzer 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 Doberman Pinscher or Boerboel or Giant Schnauzer?	Very house-friendly dog the Doberman Pinscher breed.	It is not recommended to keep the Boerboel breed in the home.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Giant Schnauzer breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Doberman Pinscher vs Boerboel vs Giant Schnauzer Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Doberman Pinscher dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Average: Boerboel dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Average: Giant Schnauzer dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Doberman Pinscher or Boerboel or Giant Schnauzer?	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.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Doberman Pinscher vs Boerboel vs Giant Schnauzer Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Doberman Pinscher or Boerboel or Giant Schnauzer?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Doberman Pinscher bite force: Ordinary.	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Boerboel bite force: The Strongest.	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Giant Schnauzer bite force: The Strongest.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	Moderate ⏺ The Doberman Pinscher has an average chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Boerboel has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Giant Schnauzer has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Doberman Pinscher vs Boerboel vs Giant Schnauzer mouthiness comparison:	Doberman Pinscher dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Boerboel dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Giant Schnauzer dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Doberman Pinscher vs Boerboel vs Giant Schnauzer Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Doberman Pinscher vs Boerboel vs Giant Schnauzer health comparison. Which is the healthier: Doberman Pinscher vs Boerboel vs Giant Schnauzer?	Doberman Pinschers are commonly healthy dogs.	Boerboels tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	Giant Schnauzers are commonly healthy dogs.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Doberman Pinscher vs Boerboel vs Giant Schnauzer? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Doberman Pinscher vs Boerboel vs Giant Schnauzer health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Wobbler's Syndrome Cardiomyopathy	Hip Dysplasia Allergies Epilepsy Joint Dysplasia Vaginal Hyperplasia	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Cancer Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Heart Problems Elbow Dysplasia Retinal Dysplasia Glaucoma Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Rare The Doberman Pinscher should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Frequent The Boerboel should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Rare The Giant Schnauzer should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Doberman Pinscher vs Boerboel vs Giant Schnauzer lifespan comparison. How long do Doberman Pinscher, Boerboel and Giant Schnauzer breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	10-12 years The average lifespan of Doberman Pinscher: 11 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Boerboel: 11 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Giant Schnauzer: 11 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Doberman Pinscher vs Boerboel vs Giant Schnauzer?	Prefers warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. 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.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Giant Schnauzer can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Doberman Pinscher vs Boerboel vs Giant Schnauzer Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Doberman Pinscher or Boerboel or Giant Schnauzer? Doberman Pinscher vs Boerboel vs Giant Schnauzer energy level comparison:	Doberman Pinscher dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Boerboel dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.	Giant Schnauzer dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Doberman Pinscher vs Boerboel vs Giant Schnauzer exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Doberman Pinscher or Boerboel or Giant Schnauzer? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Doberman Pinscher dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Boerboel dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Giant Schnauzer dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Doberman Pinscher or Boerboel or Giant Schnauzer?	Doberman Pinscher dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	Boerboel dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	Giant Schnauzer dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Doberman Pinscher vs Boerboel vs Giant Schnauzer Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Doberman Pinscher or Boerboel or Giant Schnauzer?	5 to 6 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	8 to 10 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals	8 to 10 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Doberman Pinscher vs Boerboel vs Giant Schnauzer weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Doberman Pinscher has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Boerboel has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Giant Schnauzer has an average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Doberman Pinscher vs Boerboel vs Giant Schnauzer Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Doberman Pinscher vs Boerboel vs Giant Schnauzer coat comparison:	Fine	Dense Shiny Smooth	Wiry
Colors What are the original Doberman Pinscher, Boerboel and Giant Schnauzer color?	Black Tan Red Blue White Brown	Red Cream Brown Tawny Brindle Reddish	Black Pepper Salt
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Doberman Pinscher or Boerboel or Giant Schnauzer? Doberman Pinscher vs Boerboel vs Giant Schnauzer grooming comparison:	Easy to groom: The Doberman Pinscher doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Boerboel requires minimal grooming. See more.	Average: The Giant Schnauzer requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Doberman Pinscher or Boerboel or Giant Schnauzer? Doberman Pinscher or Boerboel or {name3 shedding:	Doberman Pinscher dogs shed moderately. See more.	Boerboel dogs shed moderately. See more.	Giant Schnauzer dogs shed none to minimal. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Doberman Pinscher or Boerboel or Giant Schnauzer?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	8-12 weeks Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.
Hypoallergenic Doberman Pinscher vs Boerboel vs Giant Schnauzer hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	Yes See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Doberman Pinscher vs Boerboel vs Giant Schnauzer?	Medium ⏺ The Doberman Pinscher has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Boerboel has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Giant Schnauzer has a low chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Doberman Pinscher drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed. See more.	The Boerboel drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed. See more.	The Giant Schnauzer is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Doberman Pinscher vs Boerboel vs Giant Schnauzer Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Doberman Pinscher dogs are generally with other pets.	Boerboel dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.	Giant Schnauzer dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Doberman Pinscher or Boerboel or Giant Schnauzer? Which dog is more friendly?	Doberman Pinscher dogs are not stranger friendly dogs.	Boerboel dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Giant Schnauzer dogs are not the most 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 Doberman Pinscher or Boerboel or Giant Schnauzer?	Doberman Pinscher dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.	Boerboel dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Giant Schnauzer dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Doberman Pinscher or Boerboel or Giant Schnauzer?	Doberman Pinscher dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Boerboel dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Giant Schnauzer dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Doberman Pinscher or Boerboel or Giant Schnauzer?	Doberman Pinscher dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Boerboel dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Giant Schnauzer dogs are not dog-friendly.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Doberman Pinscher vs Boerboel vs Giant Schnauzer?	Yes Doberman Pinscher dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Boerboel dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Giant Schnauzer dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Doberman Pinscher is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Boerboel is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Giant Schnauzer is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Doberman Pinschers are commonly okay with elderly people.	Boerboels are usually recommended for elderly people.	Giant Schnauzers are not the best breed for elderly people.

Doberman Pinscher vs Boerboel vs Giant Schnauzer As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Doberman Pinscher or Boerboel or Giant Schnauzer? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
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Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR) Which one could be a search and rescue dog?	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Doberman Pinscher vs Boerboel vs Giant Schnauzer?	Not really Doberman Pinscher breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Boerboel breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Giant Schnauzer 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.	Yes 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.

Doberman Pinscher vs Boerboel vs Giant Schnauzer 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 Doberman Pinscher and Boerboel and Giant Schnauzer have?	6-10 puppies	7-10 puppies	5-8 puppies
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Doberman Pinscher vs Boerboel vs Giant Schnauzer Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1908 as a Working breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2015 as a Working breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1930 as a Working breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Pinscher and Schnauzer type section.	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Pinscher and Schnauzer type 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 New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club Canadian Canine Registry	American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. North American Purebred Registry, Inc.	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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