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Name	German Shepherd	Double Doodle	Labradoodle
Origins	Germany	United States	Australia
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Group	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Companion Dogs	Designer Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Alsatian wolf dog Berger Allemand Deutscher Schäferhund Schäferhund Alsatian	Golden Labradoodle North American Retriever	No data available
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? German Shepherd vs Double Doodle vs Labradoodle breed type comparison:	Purebred	Cross Breed	Cross Breed

German Shepherd vs Double Doodle vs Labradoodle Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, German Shepherd or Double Doodle or Labradoodle? Which is the smallest dog, German Shepherd or Double Doodle or Labradoodle?	Large	Medium	Large
Weight Which is heavier, German Shepherd or Double Doodle or Double Doodle? German Shepherd vs Double Doodle vs Labradoodle weight comparison:	Male: 66-88 pounds (30-40 kg), Female: 49-71 pounds (22-32 kg)	30-70 pounds (14-32 kg)	50-64 pounds (22-34 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 77 pounds (35 kg), Female: 60 pounds (27 kg)	50 pounds (23 kg)	57.5 pounds (26 kg)
Height Which is taller, German Shepherd or Double Doodle or Labradoodle? German Shepherd vs Double Doodle vs Labradoodle height comparison:	Male: 24-26 inches (60-65 cm), Female: 22-24 inches (55-60 cm)	20-24 inches (50-61 cm)	Male: 22 - 24 inches (50 – 60 cm), Female: 20 - 22 inches (50 - 55 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 25 inches (62.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (57.5 cm)	22 inches (55.5 cm)	Male: 23 inches (58 cm), Female: 21 inches (53.5 cm)

German Shepherd vs Double Doodle vs Labradoodle Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, German Shepherd or Double Doodle or Labradoodle? Which is more expensive?	$800-$2000	$600-$800	$1000-$2000
Availability Which is easier to get, German Shepherd or Double Doodle or Labradoodle?	Very frequent: The German Shepherd 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.	Frequent: The Labradoodle is easier than average to get.

German Shepherd vs Double Doodle vs Labradoodle Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? German Shepherd vs Double Doodle vs Labradoodle intelligence:	Outstanding: German Shepherd is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Smart: The Double Doodle dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Smart: The Labradoodle dogs have great intelligence. See more.
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Trainability German Shepherd vs Double Doodle vs Labradoodle trainability comparison.	German Shepherd dogs are easy to train. See more.	Double Doodle dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Labradoodle dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: German Shepherd or Double Doodle or Labradoodle?	German Shepherd dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Double Doodle dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Labradoodle dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog German Shepherd or Double Doodle or Labradoodle? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	German Shepherd dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Double Doodle dogs are average defenders. See more.	Labradoodle dogs are average defenders. See more.
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German Shepherd vs Double Doodle vs Labradoodle Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, German Shepherd or Double Doodle or Labradoodle? German Shepherd vs Double Doodle vs Labradoodle behavior/temperament comparison:	Curious Alert Courageous Intelligent Confident Obedient Loyal Watchful	Loving Alert Intelligent Friendly Affectionate Gentle Social	Alert Intelligent Affectionate
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Sensitive: German Shepherd dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	Sensitive: Double Doodle dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: German Shepherd vs Double Doodle vs Labradoodle?	High: German Shepherd dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: Double Doodle dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	High: Labradoodle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs German Shepherd vs Double Doodle vs Labradoodle social needs comparison:	German Shepherd dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Double Doodle dogs are a social breed. See more.	Labradoodle dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	German Shepherd dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.	Double Doodle dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Labradoodle dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	German Shepherd dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Double Doodle dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.	Labradoodle dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

German Shepherd vs Double Doodle vs Labradoodle Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness German Shepherd vs Double Doodle vs Labradoodle playfulness comparison:	Average: German Shepherds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Double Doodle is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Labradoodle is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: German Shepherd vs Double Doodle vs Labradoodle?	Low to Average: The German Shepherd rarely barks. See more.	Average: The Double Doodle barks occasionally. See more.	Average: The Labradoodle 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 German Shepherd or Double Doodle or Labradoodle?	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 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 Double Doodle 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 Labradoodle indoors.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

German Shepherd vs Double Doodle vs Labradoodle Adaptability and Independence Comparison

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

German Shepherd vs Double Doodle vs Labradoodle Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

German Shepherd vs Double Doodle vs Labradoodle Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues German Shepherd vs Double Doodle vs Labradoodle health comparison. Which is the healthier: German Shepherd vs Double Doodle vs Labradoodle?	German Shepherds are commonly healthy dogs.	The Double Doodle is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Labradoodles are commonly healthy dogs.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: German Shepherd vs Double Doodle vs Labradoodle? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? German Shepherd vs Double Doodle vs Labradoodle health problems comparison:	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 Allergies Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Bloat Epilepsy Ear Infections Elbow Dysplasia Osteochondrosis Dissecans	Hip Dysplasia Allergies Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Ear Infections Elbow Dysplasia Canine Diabetes Mellitus
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Rare The German Shepherd should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Average The Double Doodle should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Rare The Labradoodle should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy German Shepherd vs Double Doodle vs Labradoodle lifespan comparison. How long do German Shepherd, Double Doodle and Labradoodle breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	9-13 years The average lifespan of German Shepherd: 11 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Double Doodle: 13 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Labradoodle: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: German Shepherd vs Double Doodle vs Labradoodle?	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.

German Shepherd vs Double Doodle vs Labradoodle Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a German Shepherd or Double Doodle or Labradoodle? German Shepherd vs Double Doodle vs Labradoodle energy level comparison:	German Shepherd dogs are high-energy dogs.	Double Doodle dogs are high-energy dogs.	Labradoodle dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need German Shepherd vs Double Doodle vs Labradoodle exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: German Shepherd or Double Doodle or Labradoodle? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	German Shepherd dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Double Doodle dogs need a lot of exercises.	Labradoodle dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: German Shepherd or Double Doodle or Labradoodle?	German Shepherd dogs don't need too much sleep.	Double Doodle dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	Labradoodle dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

German Shepherd vs Double Doodle vs Labradoodle Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: German Shepherd or Double Doodle or Labradoodle?	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.	4 to 5 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? German Shepherd vs Double Doodle vs Labradoodle weight gain potential comparison:	Low to Average: The German Shepherd has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Double Doodle's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Labradoodle's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

German Shepherd vs Double Doodle vs Labradoodle Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? German Shepherd vs Double Doodle vs Labradoodle coat comparison:	Fuzzy	Wiry Curly	Fine Variety of coat types
Colors What are the original German Shepherd, Double Doodle and Labradoodle color?	Black Tan Red Silver	Black Tan Cream White Silver Brown Golden	Black Blue Cream Silver Chocolate Gold Apricot Caramel Chalky white Café Parchment They can also have parti-colored coats, which consist of brindles, phantom, patched, or sable colors.
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, German Shepherd or Double Doodle or Labradoodle? German Shepherd vs Double Doodle vs Labradoodle grooming comparison:	Average: The German Shepherd requires average grooming effort. See more.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Average: The Labradoodle requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more German Shepherd or Double Doodle or Labradoodle? German Shepherd or Double Doodle or {name3 shedding:	German Shepherd dogs are heavy shedders. See more.	Double Doodle dogs shed moderately. See more.	Labradoodle dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: German Shepherd or Double Doodle or Labradoodle?	8-12 weeks Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Hypoallergenic German Shepherd vs Double Doodle vs Labradoodle 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, German Shepherd vs Double Doodle vs Labradoodle?	Medium ⏺ The German Shepherd has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Double Doodle has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Labradoodle has a low chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The German Shepherd is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Double Doodle is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The Labradoodle is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.

German Shepherd vs Double Doodle vs Labradoodle Good With Comparison

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

German Shepherd vs Double Doodle vs Labradoodle As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Yes This breed makes good 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: German Shepherd or Double Doodle or Labradoodle? 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?	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.	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?	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.	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: German Shepherd vs Double Doodle vs Labradoodle?	Not really German Shepherd breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Double Doodle breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Yes Labradoodle breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.
Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Fighting Dog / Military Dog	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.	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.

German Shepherd vs Double Doodle vs Labradoodle 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 German Shepherd and Double Doodle and Labradoodle have?	6-10 puppies	2-5 puppies	4-10 puppies
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German Shepherd vs Double Doodle vs Labradoodle Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1908 as a Herding breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section.	Not recognized by FCI.	Not recognized by FCI.
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 German Shepherd Dog Club Of America	International Designer Canine Registry	Australian Labradoodle Association International Australian Labradoodle Association

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