English Shepherd has high obesity risk, needs regular exercise and food control to maintain healthy weight.

Doberman Pinscher has average risk of obesity, needs daily walks and quality diet to maintain healthy weight.

Adaptable
Courageous
Friendly
Intelligent
Responsive
Alert
Energetic
Independent
Playful

Alert
Fearless
Loyal
Energetic
Intelligent
Obedient

English Shepherds make excellent watchdogs - they're vocal and protective of their territory.

Choose a Doberman Pinscher if you want a top-notch watchdog. This breed takes guarding seriously, and may not require much training, though obedience or guard dog training can improve their skills.

United States

Germany

Collie-type

Rottweiler, German Pinscher, Weimaraner

American Canine Registry
America's Pet Registry
Dog Registry of America Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
Animal Research Foundation

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

17th Century

1900s

Working
Herding Dog (UKC)

Working (AKC:1908)
Guardian Dogs (UKC)

Brown
Amber

Hazel
Brown

Black

Black
Brown

Silver
White
Brown
Black
Sable
Pied

Black
Brown
Red
Blue
Fawn

English Shepherds have medium-length coats.

Doberman Pinschers have short coats.

Curly

Wiry

An English Shepherd can have a litter of 12-15 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

A Doberman Pinscher can have a litter of 10-12 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

English Shepherds are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

Doberman Pinschers are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

English Shepherds are susceptible to health issues like all breeds, so it's important to monitor their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

Doberman Pinschers typically have low vet costs due to their good health, but it's important to monitor their health and seek vet care when necessary.

Canine Hip Dysplasia

Cardiomyopathy
Bloat
Von Willebrand's Disease
Wobbler's Syndrome

Patellar Luxation
Separation Anxiety
Ear Health and Infection
Eye Infections

Bone And Joint Problems
Eye Problems
Hepatitis

Allergy Tests
Ophthalmic And Ear Exam
Regular Full Physical Examination By Veterinarian
Hearing and Ear Tests
X-rays or other radiographic imaging

Cardiac
Dna For Vwd
Hips
X-Rays
MRI
Eye Examination

English Shepherds thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

Doberman Pinschers' high energy levels make them unsuitable for a low-key dog, choose accordingly.

English Shepherd has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

Doberman Pinscher has average social needs and is less independent than other breeds.

English Shepherds need high physical activity and are ideal for active individuals, but not suitable for sedentary lifestyles or small apartments.

Doberman Pinschers require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

English Shepherds are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Doberman Pinschers have moderate energy levels and typical sleep patterns of 12-14 hours per day.

Walking

Running, Exploring, Fetch, Tracking, Run, Speak, Play with Toys, Dog Parks, Playing, Walk, Chase, Tug-of-war, Play, Nap, Digging

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For English Shepherd, it's at least 16 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Doberman Pinscher, it's at least 14 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most English Shepherds usually need at least 120 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most Doberman Pinschers usually need at least 90 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

English Shepherd should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

In general Doberman Pinscher should be brushed at least once a month. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes, especially if they enjoyed it

Pin Brush
Comb
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

The average cost of an English Shepherd is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average cost of a Doberman Pinscher is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

The average per month expenses of an English Shepherd is between $48 - $63. This makes an average of $576 - $756 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of a Doberman Pinscher is between $55 - $73. This makes an average of $660 - $876 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

English Shepherds are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

Doberman Pinscher is highly intelligent and very trainable.

English Shepherds can do well in apartments with enough exercise and time outside, but a small yard would be ideal.

Doberman Pinschers make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

English Shepherds are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Doberman Pinschers have an average level of friendliness towards children.

English Shepherds are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

Doberman Pinschers are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

English Shepherds are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

Doberman Pinschers are less friendly towards other dogs, but can improve with socialization.

English Shepherds are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

Doberman Pinschers are not very stranger friendly.

English Shepherds are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.

Doberman Pinschers are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.