German Shepherd Dog vs Rottweiler

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German Shepherd Dog

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Rottweiler

Characteristic
German Shepherd Dog
Rottweiler
Temperament
Alert, Loyal, Obedient, Curious, Confident, Intelligent, Watchful, Courageous, Affectionate, Gentle, Brave, Curious, Funny, Playful, Friendly, Athletic, Loyal, Smart, Loves, Dignified, Independent
Steady, Good-natured, Fearless, Devoted, Alert, Obedient, Confident, Self-assured, Calm, Courageous, Affectionate, Friendly, Gentle, Loves, Quiet, Playful, Active, Curious, Smart, Loyal, Loves Kisses, Couch, Funny, Brave, Athletic, Dignified, Crate Trained, Good with Children, Good with Dogs, Know the breed, Needs Active Lifestyle, No Cats, Special Need, Independent, Treat Motivated, Activity Level High, Housetrained, Recommendation Older children due to high energy behaviors that may overwhelm young children, Positive Interactions with Dogs, Good with Cats, Good with Kids, Size Small fifteen to twenty nine lbs, Heartworm Positive Treatment Completed, Older children only, Cuddly, Appears Crate Trained, Appears House Trained, High Energy Needs Lots of Exercise, Needs Experience with the Breed, Will Bite Nip When Over Excited, House Trained, No Children Under ten
Origin
Germany
Германиа
Size
Herding (50 - 90)
Working (75 - 110)
Life Expectancy
10 - 13 years
8 - 10 years
Weight
23 - 41
34 - 50
Height
56 - 66
56 - 69
Energy Level
5/5
3/5
Grooming Needs
4/5
2/5
Trainability
2/5
5/5

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