Curious
Independent
Happy
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Obedient
Loyal
Gentle
Going
Social
Watchful
Quiet

Outright
Tempered
Courageous
Loving
Familiar
Lively
Spirited

Saint Shepherds shed a lot of hair each year, so frequent brushing is essential for reducing shedding and maintaining coat health.

German Pinschers shed very little hair, making them a great choice for those who dislike excess hair in the house.

United States

Germany

German Shepherd, Saint Bernard

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DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
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

2000s

1600s

Brown

Hazel
Brown

Black

Black
Brown

Black
Brown
Pied
Sable

Black
Fawn
Red
Brown
Blue

Saint Shepherds have longer coats compared to most dogs.

German Pinschers have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

Straight

Wiry

A Saint Shepherd can have a litter of 6-10 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 German Pinscher 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.

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

German Pinschers have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

The Saint Shepherd breed is generally very healthy, requiring minimal vet visits. Still, it's important to keep an eye on their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

German 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.

Hip And Elbow Dysplasia
Renal Cystadenocarcinoma and Nodular Dermatofibrosis
Dilated Cardiomyopathy (DCM)
Gastric Dilation Volvulus (GDV) or Bloat

Hip Dysplasia
Von Willebrand's Disease
Hypothyroidism
Congenital Heart Defect

Entropion
Ectropion
Pannus
Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca (Dry Eye)

Cataracts

Eye Examination
Skin Evaluation
Blood And Urine Analysis
Diagnostic Imaging
Cardiac Test

Cardiac
Eye
Hip
Dna Test For Vwd
Thyroid Tests

Saint Shepherd has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

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

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

German Pinschers are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Fetch, Napping, Running, Walking, Tug-of-war, Hiking, Movie marathons, Frisbee, Walks, Hunting, Swimming, Traveling, Run, Tricks, Chase, Walk, Play keep away, Play, Playdate, Water play, Hide & Seek, Playing fetch, Hike, Tag, Walkin, Play time, Training, Sleeping, Swim, Brushing

Walking, Petting, Running, Walk, Play, Run, Fetch, Hike

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Saint Shepherd, it's at least 18 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 German Pinscher, it's at least 14 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

The Saint Shepherd requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

The German Pinscher is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

Ideally, Saint Shepherd should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

German Pinscher 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

Pin Brush
Comb
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

For an average 95-150 pound (43 - 68 kg) Saint Shepherd feed 4.5 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 65-90 pound (29 - 41 kg) German Pinscher feed 3 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a Saint Shepherd is somewhere $4.50 - $5.60 per day.

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

The average per month expenses of a Saint Shepherd is between $134 - $168. This makes an average of $1608 - $2016 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 German 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.

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

Saint Shepherds make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

German Pinschers are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

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

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

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

German Pinschers are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Saint Shepherds are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

German Pinschers are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Saint Shepherds have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

German Pinschers are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

Saint Shepherds are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.

German Pinschers are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.