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German Shepherd Dog vs Akita Dog Breed Profile vs Australian Terrier vs Barbet

Feature Comparison

Mood and Emotions
Mood and Emotions
Loyalty Level Very high (single owner) Very loyal, but aloof High High
Need for Human Attention High (prone to separation anxiety) Medium Yes Yes
Temperament with Children Good (with socialization) With supervision Yes Yes
Temperament with Strangers Cautious and protective With supervision With supervision Yes
Temperament with Cats/Small Animals Low (has prey drive) High High Medium
Temperament with Other Dogs Medium No Yes Yes
Temperament with Children Good (with socialization) With supervision Yes Yes
Temperament with Family Kind and supportive Yes Yes Yes
Identity document and origin
Identity document and origin
Current Use Police, guarding, rescue, pet Companion dog, guard Dog friendly Water Dog/Retriever
Breed Group (FCI/AKC) Herding Dogs Utility Terrier Gundog
Country of Origin Germany 🇩🇪 Japan Australia French
Official Name German Shepherd Dog Akita Australian Terrier Barbet
Primary Use (Historical) Herding and protection Guard dog, hunting dog Rat hunting Water Dog
Other Names (Nickname) Alsatian Akita Inu Aussie Terrier French Water Dog
Physics and Anatomy
Physics and Anatomy
Eye Color Dark brown Dark Dark Dark
Standard Coloration Black & Tan, Black, Sable Color variations Blue and Tan, Sandy Red Black, Brown, Gray, Fawn, White
Height (Male) 60 to 65 cm 61-71 cm 23-28 cm 51-66 cm
Weight (Male) 30 to 40 kg 32-59 kg 6-8 kg 16-29 kg
Height (Female) 55 to 60 cm 61-71 cm 23-28 cm 51-66 cm
Coat Type Double Coat Short/double-layered Medium/Wire Medium, curly
Lifespan 9 to 13 years > 10 years >12 years > 10 years
Weight (Female) 22 to 32 kg 32-59 kg 6-8 kg 16-29 kg
Sex (Male/Female) 55 to 60 cm 61-71 cm 23-28 cm 51-66 cm
Bite Force Around 238 PSI Unknown Unknown Unknown
Ear Type Erect and triangular Erect, triangular Pricked Dropped
Tail Type Bushy and curved (scimitar) Curled over the back High High
Dog Lifestyle and Space
Dog Lifestyle and Space
Yard Requirement Yes (medium to large) High Low Low
Apartment Suitability Low No Yes No
Tolerance for Being Alone Low (max 4 hours) Low Low Low
Hot Weather Tolerance Medium Medium Medium Medium
Suitable for Novices No No Yes No
Cold Weather Tolerance High (excellent) High Medium Medium
Suitable for Novices No No Yes No
Energy and Dog Training
Energy and Dog Training
Prey Drive High - High -
Nipping Tendency High (during adolescence) Low Medium Low
Global Intelligence Rank Rank 3 (most intelligent) Medium High High
Trainability Excellent Low High Medium
Daily Exercise Needs Minimum 2 hours > 2 hours a day Up to 1 hour per day Up to 1 hour per day
Barking Tendency High (alerting) Low High Medium
Energy Level Very high High High Medium
Health and Economy
Health and Economy
Food Cost High High Low Medium
Common Genetic Diseases Hip dysplasia, bloat Dysplasia, heart problems Hip Dysplasia, Luxating Patella Hip dysplasia, epilepsy
Global Price Range (Puppy) $800 to $2500 High Medium Medium
Tendency to Obesity Medium Low Low Low
Grooming Cost Medium Once a week > Once a week > Once a week
Health and Care
Health and Care
Hypoallergenic No ❌ No No No
Brushing Needs 3 to 4 times a week Weekly Weekly Daily
Shedding Level Very high Yes (seasonal) Yes (Low) No
Bathing Needs Every 6 to 8 weeks Medium Medium Medium
Body Odor Medium Low Low Low
Drooling Low Medium Low High
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