German Shepherd vs Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier Comparison

Quick Verdict

Who wins in each category?

Overall Winner

German Shepherd

4/6

categories

Best for Apartments

Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier

4/5 · Ideal

Easiest Grooming

German Shepherd

3/5 · Moderate needs

Longest Lifespan

Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier

11-15 years

Easiest to Train

German Shepherd

5/5 · Easy

Most Active

German Shepherd

5/5 · Active

Best for First-Time Owners

🤝 Tie

4/6

67%

German Shepherd

👑 Winner

3/6

50%

Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier

* This summary is based on data from our database. Always make your final decision based on your individual needs.

Basic Info

Origin
Germany
Ireland
Popularity
#2
#49
Common Names & Aliases
Alsatian wolf dogBerger AllemandDeutscher SchäferhundSchäferhundAlsatian
Irish Soft-Coated Wheaten TerrierWheatie
Breed Classification
Purebred
Purebred
Size Classification
Large
Medium
Weight Statistics
Male: 30-40 kg, Female: 22-32 kg
Male: 16-20 kg, Female: 14-18 kg
Average Weight
Male: 34.9 kg, Female: 27.2 kg
Male: 18.1 kg, Female: 15.9 kg
Height
Male: 60-65 cm, Female: 55-60 cm
Male: 46-51 cm, Female: 43-48 cm
Average Height
Male: 62.5 cm, Female: 57.5 cm
Male: 48.5 cm, Female: 45.5 cm
Intelligence Rating
5/5
3/5
Watchdog Rating
5/5
4/5
Training Difficulty
4/5
3/5
Territorial Protection
5/5
5/5
Price Range
$800-$2000
$800-$1000
Availability
5/5
5/5
Personality Traits
AlertCourageousIntelligentObedientConfidentCuriousLoyalWatchful
AffectionateFaithfulPlayfulEnergeticIntelligentSpirited
Sensitivity Level
5/5
4/5
Impulse to Wander or Roam
1/5
4/5
Prey Drive
4/5
3/5
Affection Level
5/5
5/5
Social Needs
3/5
5/5
Barking Frequency
2/5
3/5
Playful Nature
3/5
4/5
Apartment Adaptability
3/5
4/5
Lifestyle Adaptability
5/5
5/5
Alone Time Tolerance
Moderate
Very Low
Bite Risk Assessment
High
Low
Mouthing Tendency
5/5
2/5
Bite Strength Rating
Between 200 and 400 PSI
Between 200 and 400 PSI
Average Lifespan
9-13 years
11-15 years
Climate Tolerance
Tolerates warm and cold weather
Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Health Concerns
4/5
3/5
Health Problems
AllergiesBlindnessBloatCancerCataractsCherry EyeChronic DiarrheaCruciate Ligament RuptureCushing's SyndromeDegenerative MyelopathyDemodectic MangeDiabetesDigestive ProblemsElbow DysplasiaEpilepsyExocrine Pancreatic InsufficiencyHeart DiseaseHemophilia AHemophilia BHip DysplasiaHypertrophic OsteodystrophyLens LuxationLupusMegaesophagusMyasthenia GravisNail Bed DiseaseOsteochondrosisPannusPanosteitisParalysisPerianal FistulaProgressive retinal atrophy (PRA)Retinal DysplasiaSeborrheaVitiligoVon Willebrand's DiseaseWobbler's Syndrome
Addison's DiseaseAllergiesCancerRenal Dysplasia
Vet Care Frequency
Rare
Average
Energy Rating
5/5
4/5
Sleeping Need
1/5
2/5
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
4/5
4/5
Obesity Tendency
2/5
3/5
Food Consumption
3 to 4 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Recommended daily amount: 1.5 to 2 cups of a high-quality daily, divided into two meals.
Allergy Friendliness
No
Yes
Coat Colors
SilverTanRedBlack
Wheaten
Grooming Requirements
3/5
5/5
Shedding Level
5/5
2/5
Drooling Tendency
1/5
1/5
Stinkiness Rating
Medium
Medium
Coat Characteristics
Fuzzy
Curly
Bathing Needs
8-12 weeks
3-4 weeks
Cat Friendly
3/5
1/5
Child Compatibility
5/5
4/5
Dog Friendly
2/5
4/5
Stranger Friendly
4/5
4/5
Office Friendly
No
No
Senior Citizens Friendly
Highly Recommended
Recommended
Pet Compatibility
Average
Not Good
Good For First Time Owners
Yes
Yes
Service Dog Capability
Yes
Not really
Therapy Work Suitability
Yes
Not really
Scent Detection Ability
Yes
Not really
Search & Rescue Potential
Yes
Not really
Maritime Work Ability
Not really
Not really
Draft Work Capability
Not really
Not really
Military Service Background
Yes
Not really
Puppy Litter Size
6-10 puppies
5-8 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
60-64 days
60-64 days
Breeding Frequency
Once a year.
Once a year.
AKC Classification
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1908 as a Herding breed.
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1973 as a Terrier breed.
FCI Classification
Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section.
Not recognized by FCI.
Kennel Club Recognition
American Canine RegistryAmerican Kennel ClubAmerica's Pet RegistryAustralian National Kennel CouncilCanadian Kennel ClubContinental Kennel ClubDog Registry of America Inc.Federation Cynologique InternationaleKennel Club of Great BritainNational Kennel ClubNew Zealand Kennel ClubNorth American Purebred Registry, Inc.United Kennel ClubAmerican Canine Association, Inc.German Shepherd Dog Club Of America
American Canine RegistryAmerican Kennel ClubAmerica's Pet RegistryAustralian National Kennel CouncilCanadian Canine RegistryCanadian Kennel ClubContinental Kennel ClubDog Registry of America Inc.Federation Cynologique InternationaleKennel Club of Great BritainNational Kennel ClubNew Zealand Kennel ClubNorth American Purebred Registry, Inc.United Kennel ClubAmerican Canine Association, Inc.Club Espanol De TerriersIrish Kennel Club
Winner / Best value