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Name	Schipperke	German Shepherd	Moscow Watchdog
Origins	Belgium	Germany	Russia
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Group	Companion Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Guard Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Spits Spitske Spitzke	Alsatian wolf dog Berger Allemand Deutscher Schäferhund Schäferhund Alsatian	Moskovskaya Storodzevay Sobaka
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Schipperke vs German Shepherd vs Moscow Watchdog breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Schipperke vs German Shepherd vs Moscow Watchdog Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Schipperke or German Shepherd or Moscow Watchdog? Which is the smallest dog, Schipperke or German Shepherd or Moscow Watchdog?	Small	Large	Giant
Weight Which is heavier, Schipperke or German Shepherd or German Shepherd? Schipperke vs German Shepherd vs Moscow Watchdog weight comparison:	12-18 pounds (5.5-8 kg)	Male: 66-88 pounds (30-40 kg), Female: 49-71 pounds (22-32 kg)	Male: 110-150 pounds (50-68 kg), Female: 90-130 pounds (40-58 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	15 pounds (5.6.5 kg)	Male: 77 pounds (35 kg), Female: 60 pounds (27 kg)	Male: 130 pounds (59 kg), Female: 110 pounds (49 kg)
Height Which is taller, Schipperke or German Shepherd or Moscow Watchdog? Schipperke vs German Shepherd vs Moscow Watchdog height comparison:	10-13 inches (21-33 cm)	Male: 24-26 inches (60-65 cm), Female: 22-24 inches (55-60 cm)	25-27 inches (64-69 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	11.5 inches (27 cm)	Male: 25 inches (62.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (57.5 cm)	26 inches (66.5 cm)

Schipperke vs German Shepherd vs Moscow Watchdog Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Schipperke or German Shepherd or Moscow Watchdog? Which is more expensive?	$600-$1000	$800-$2000	$600-$800
Availability Which is easier to get, Schipperke or German Shepherd or Moscow Watchdog?	Frequent: The Schipperke is easier than average to get.	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.

Schipperke vs German Shepherd vs Moscow Watchdog Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

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

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Schipperke or German Shepherd or Moscow Watchdog? Schipperke vs German Shepherd vs Moscow Watchdog behavior/temperament comparison:	Curious Independent Agile Intelligent Confident Fearless Faithful	Curious Alert Courageous Intelligent Confident Obedient Loyal Watchful	Active Protective Powerful Intelligent Friendly Gentle Companionable
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more 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.	Moscow Watchdog dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Schipperke vs German Shepherd vs Moscow Watchdog?	Average to High: Schipperke 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.	Slightly Below Average: Moscow Watchdog dogs may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence. See more.
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Social Needs Schipperke vs German Shepherd vs Moscow Watchdog social needs comparison:	Schipperke dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	German Shepherd dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Moscow Watchdog dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Schipperke dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	German Shepherd dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.	Moscow Watchdog dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Schipperke dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.	German Shepherd dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Moscow Watchdog 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.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Schipperke vs German Shepherd vs Moscow Watchdog Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Schipperke vs German Shepherd vs Moscow Watchdog playfulness comparison:	The Schipperke is a highly playful breed. See more.	Average: German Shepherds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: Moscow Watchdogs, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
Most Playful Dog Breeds
Barking Which dog barks more/less: Schipperke vs German Shepherd vs Moscow Watchdog?	Low: The Schipperke barks none to minimal. See more.	Low to Average: The German Shepherd rarely barks. See more.	Average: The Moscow Watchdog 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 Schipperke or German Shepherd or Moscow Watchdog?	It is not recommended to keep the Schipperke 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 German Shepherd indoors.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Moscow Watchdog breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Schipperke vs German Shepherd vs Moscow Watchdog Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Schipperke dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	German Shepherd dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Average: Moscow Watchdog dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Schipperke or German Shepherd or Moscow Watchdog?	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.

Schipperke vs German Shepherd vs Moscow Watchdog Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Schipperke or German Shepherd or Moscow Watchdog?	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Schipperke bite force: Weak.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ German Shepherd bite force: Ordinary.	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Moscow Watchdog 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:	Low 🔽 The Schipperke has a low chance of biting somebody.	High 🔼 The German Shepherd has a high chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Moscow Watchdog has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Schipperke vs German Shepherd vs Moscow Watchdog mouthiness comparison:	Schipperke dogs have an 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.	Moscow Watchdog dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Schipperke vs German Shepherd vs Moscow Watchdog Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Schipperke vs German Shepherd vs Moscow Watchdog health comparison. Which is the healthier: Schipperke vs German Shepherd vs Moscow Watchdog?	The Schipperke is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	German Shepherds are commonly healthy dogs.	The Moscow Watchdog is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Schipperke vs German Shepherd vs Moscow Watchdog? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Schipperke vs German Shepherd vs Moscow Watchdog health problems comparison:	No data available	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Allergies Cancer Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Bloat Epilepsy Blindness Cherry Eye Elbow Dysplasia Diabetes Heart Disease Retinal Dysplasia Demodectic Mange Degenerative Myelopathy Wobbler's Syndrome Panosteitis Hemophilia B Megaesophagus Cushing's Syndrome Lens Luxation Exocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency Chronic Diarrhea Cruciate Ligament Rupture Digestive Problems Hemophilia A Hypertrophic Osteodystrophy Lupus Myasthenia Gravis Nail Bed Disease Osteochondrosis Pannus Paralysis Perianal Fistula Seborrhea Vitiligo	No data available
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Schipperke should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Rare The German Shepherd should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Average The Moscow Watchdog should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Schipperke vs German Shepherd vs Moscow Watchdog lifespan comparison. How long do Schipperke, German Shepherd and Moscow Watchdog breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	13-15 years The average lifespan of Schipperke: 14 years	9-13 years The average lifespan of German Shepherd: 11 years	9-11 years The average lifespan of Moscow Watchdog: 10 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Schipperke vs German Shepherd vs Moscow Watchdog?	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.	Prefers cold weather The Moscow Watchdog can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Schipperke vs German Shepherd vs Moscow Watchdog Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Schipperke vs German Shepherd vs Moscow Watchdog Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Schipperke or German Shepherd or Moscow Watchdog?	1/2 to 1 cup dry food a day.	3 to 4 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	4 to 7 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? Schipperke vs German Shepherd vs Moscow Watchdog weight gain potential comparison:	High: The Schipperke breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	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 Moscow Watchdog's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Schipperke vs German Shepherd vs Moscow Watchdog Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Schipperke vs German Shepherd vs Moscow Watchdog coat comparison:	Fluffy Soft Thick	Fuzzy	Thick Double
Colors What are the original Schipperke, German Shepherd and Moscow Watchdog color?	Black Tan Blue Cream Brown Apricot	Black Tan Red Silver	Red White
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Schipperke or German Shepherd or Moscow Watchdog? Schipperke vs German Shepherd vs Moscow Watchdog grooming comparison:	Easy to groom: The Schipperke doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Average: The German Shepherd requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The Moscow Watchdog requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Schipperke or German Shepherd or Moscow Watchdog? Schipperke or German Shepherd or {name3 shedding:	Schipperke dogs shed moderately. See more.	German Shepherd dogs are heavy shedders. See more.	Moscow Watchdog dogs shed above average. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Schipperke or German Shepherd or Moscow Watchdog?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	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.
Hypoallergenic Schipperke vs German Shepherd vs Moscow Watchdog 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, Schipperke vs German Shepherd vs Moscow Watchdog?	Medium ⏺ The Schipperke has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The German Shepherd has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Moscow Watchdog has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Schipperke 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.	The Moscow Watchdog is a big drooler, so if you're disgusted by slobber spots on your clothes, you should choose a dog from another breed. See more.

Schipperke vs German Shepherd vs Moscow Watchdog Good With Comparison

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

Schipperke vs German Shepherd vs Moscow Watchdog 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.	Yes This breed makes good 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: Schipperke or German Shepherd or Moscow Watchdog? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a 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.	Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR) Which one could be a search and rescue dog?	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Yes This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Schipperke vs German Shepherd vs Moscow Watchdog?	Yes Schipperke breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Not really German Shepherd breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Moscow Watchdog 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.	Yes 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.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Schipperke vs German Shepherd vs Moscow Watchdog 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 Schipperke and German Shepherd and Moscow Watchdog have?	3-7 puppies	6-10 puppies	5-10 puppies
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Schipperke vs German Shepherd vs Moscow Watchdog Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1904 as a Non-Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1908 as a Herding breed.	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.	Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section.	Not recognized by FCI.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	No data available	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club German Shepherd Dog Club Of America	No data available

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