Hi, which is the best :German Shepherd, Rottweiler, Great Dane or Doberman Pincher or Boxer? Help please.?

Question

Am looking for a dog and don't know exactly what to choose. Am prefering German Shepherd but some told me that its a fragile dog. Want to know also the price of a German Shepherd, Rottweiler, Doberman and Boxer. Which breed is more agressif?

Answer 1

Hi,

German Shepherds are not fragile, they are generally a hardy breed though they can suffer from Arthritis of the hip in later life. They are very intelligent and highly trainable, fearless and courageous, very loyal and protective.

Great Danes are short lived, suffering from heart problems and cancer. They are hard to train and rather stupid, contrary to their image they are quite docile and not usually aggressive.

Dobermans also can suffer from Arthritis of the hip in later life and congenital heart problems. They are averagely bright and trainable. They are brave, loyal and alert and make excellent guard dogs.

Rottweillers can suffer from chronic joint problems and cancer in later life. They can make good pets if well trained but require more training than most dogs and can be aggressive towards other dogs. This is not a good dog for a first time owner.

Boxers also suffer from hip problems in later life and are very prone to tumours. They are loyal, playful and very active.Also they are not hardy and will not tolerate cold well.

Of these breeds the Rottweiler is probably the most aggressive but a dog's aggression is a matter largely of training and upbringing. In my personal view the Shepherd is the best of these breeds, being at least as hardy as any of the other breeds if not more so and is also more intelligent and trainable.

Hope that helps.

Answer 2

Each dog has it's own qualities.
These are all stunning dogs!
So am sure what ever decision you make will be a good one :]

*The German Shepherd is a working breed and will require training and socialisation. They are really clever and loyal animals and love agility!

*Rottweilers are BIG strong dogs, so you will have to have a lot of control. They too can be sweethearts.

*My dad had a doberman when he was a kid, he told me it was the most sincere dog you could get. These are also incredibly stunning!

*Boxers? Ah...When i was younger i grew up with several white boxers and they are really friendly 'dopey' giants! They love to play, and give great kisses!

All dogs would not be aggressive if brought up by a sensible owner who provides the right care.
And as for the price am not too sure, try some shelters though, they might have one of the breeds you are looking for, for just a small adoption fee. You will also get their needles/basic care paid for.

Please don't do this :

http://www.germanshepherdrescue.co.uk/german-shepherd-puppies-breeders.html

Answer 3

Personal choice, take the German Shepherd! True some do have hip issues in later life, however my last dog was 15 years old and had no such problem until he died of 'Old Age'. Rottweilers and Dobermans are just cannon fodder for drug dealers and have no intelligence. Great Danes ar nice but HIGH maintenance lots of walking, you would no believe how much they eat... and Boxers, well inbred disaster with lots of Vets bill comes to mind.

Get an Alsatian (German Shepherd) they are very clever loyal and they will defend you even against insurmountable odds. Try getting a Boxer or a Great Dane to defend you, I think not. Rottweilers and Dobermans just attack and go completely nuts..

My task is finished, you know what to do.........

Answer 4

Lordy me, why on EARTH do you want an aggressive dog?

And is this the only pre-requisite for choosing the breed?

All the dogs you are thinking of require firm and experienced handling - especially if you will be training the dog to attack - otherwise you will have a ticking time-bomb on your hands.

What experience do you have training/ caring for dogs?

What research have you done on inherited diseases/ problems? Personalities? Training methods?

Believe me the initial cost of purchasing a puppy really shouldn't be a condsideration - if you can't afford the price of a pup, or sniff at the price then you shouldn't be thinking about a pup. The purchase price is nothing compared to the long-term (often 13+ years) costs of dogs - have you thought about feeding - premium food is expensive and big dogs go through grub like nobody's business. Then there's insurance costs, kenneling costs if you want to take a dog-free holiday, day-to-day health costs such as worming, innoculations and annual boosters, flea repellant, training classes...the list goes on.

Must admit all dogs can be trained to attack - and I certainly wouldn't want a Rottie with the personality of some Yorkies and Jack Russells that I have seen.

German Shepherds CAN be fragile despite what others have said. Some can and do suffer from nervous dispositions but often this is what leads to them attacking - a barking dog is less likely to bite than a cowering animal. Many smaller police forces in the UK are desperate for good quality GSDs because they can no longer find suitable dogs. They are either too soft or too aggressive - neither of which is good for police work - you wouldn't want a nice policeman and his dog visiting a school for a talk if the dog was liaible to bite the little 5 year old who had come up to say hello, would you!

But these personality problems are something decent breeders are trying to breed out - as are dodgy hips - the breed standard for a sloping back has led to many problems in the breed.

Must admit the others I know very little about - apart from the fact that Boxers have the longest adolescences in dog-dom - they remain puppies for AGES.

Have you thought about contacting the relevent breed societies for the different dogs you are considering? They may be able to put you in touch with rescue centres specific for the breed you desire - but I doubt that any would put you in touch if your main requirement is aggression.

Answer 5

what are you getting a dog for? companionship? guard duty? etc.? A properly bred Shepherd from a reputable breeder is a wonderful dog - however, from a backyard breeder./ pet store etc. this breed has many many health issues. Rottweilers are large, not as smart as shepherds, prone to be overweight and might be considered dangerous breed in your area, dobermans are nice - but i would highly recommend that you learn how to train your dog ( with all breeds of course) boxers are very nice dogs - if you can deal with that kind of face. Prices vary... but here on the East coast - 1000. plus for any of these breeds . Great danes don't live so long - general rule of thumb - "larger the breed the shorter the life span". I WOULD HIGHLY SUGGEST YOU GO TO SOME ALL BREED DOG SHOWS AND CHECK OUT THE BREEDS YOU ARE INTERESTED IN AND TALK TALK TALK WITH THE BREEDERS THERE AND YOU WILL FIND ALL YOU NEED TO KNOW AND MORE. be informed before you make your decision...... GET TO DOG SHOWS!!!!

Answer 6

LMAO! German Shepherd... fragile!? Oh goodness, whoever told you that is either lying or doesn't know much about the GSD breed.
I would say either Boxer or German Shepherd. If you get a GSD, you NEED to buy one from a REPUTABLE breeder. They have major problems with their hips (hip dysplasia) and can also have elbow dysplasia. They aren't a very healthy breed, you need to educate yourself on their health problems.
Boxers are also risky in the health department. I suggest researching all the breeds you have chosen. The Boxer (and GSD) is great with children but the thing I would be worried about is they have major gas problems. My friend owns two male Boxers and they have the worst smelling gas (farts). They snore a lot as well. They're a bit like men actually =D Lol.

Answer 7

a german shepherd a fragile dog???? lol sorry while i go change myself from laughing too hard. ok i love shephers so i'm going with that. but what you have asked is a variety of dogs with very different characteristics. you need to reserach all of these dogs at lenght, talk to owners of these types of dogs. (try going to the local dog park or petstore, lol but don't ask the petstore employees, ask the people in there with a dog you like) research reserach and then go ahead and research some more. all of these dogs require an experienced owner with a firm hand, they are all hard working dogs and must be stimulated and exercised to be kept happy. all are prone to genetic disorders and you must be vary careful in selecting a breeder. make sure the breeder screens for genetic problems and temperment or do not get a dog from them. and you'll know the problems that the breeder should screen for because you have researched it. do not buy from a breeder where you cannot see the place the pup was raised or one of the parents. keep these dogs under proper and good veterinary care. find a premuim large breed puppy food and feed as vet directed. find a training class and take the dog there. this will build confidence and establish you are the leader and give you ways to stop unwanted behavior. get a crate, use it to it's full extent. make sure you have a schedule for the pup to be on and stick to it. dogs do better when they know what and when to expect it. and most of all, love your dog, show affection, but do not let this dog rule you. these breeds will and can be destructive if not exercised or mentally stimulated. if you take proper care and know what you are getting into any of these breeds will be the best loyal friend you have ever had. and again. lol shepherds are the best and are hardy dogs. stop talking to these people that say they are fragile. lol hee hee still chuckling.


cost wise, for a good breeder for most of these breeds you are looking at anywhere from $600-$1500. you can get a great mix of any of these dogs at a local shelter for around $100 and that will include the spay or neutere and vaccines currant for the dog's age. and sometimes you can even find a purebred there. try going to www.petfinder.com and look for these breeds in your area. there will be plenty.

Answer 8

PLEASE READ THIS ONE i have had a boxer all my life, they are wonderful breeds and ...
1. they are cute
2. they are playful
3. they seem to stay puppies forever lol
4. easy to train and intelligent, mine does 18 tricks :)
5. good size
6.low maintenence
7. BRILLIANT with children
8.think they are human
9. great cuddles
10. loyal and great company


i love boxers, you just cant go wrong with them i think the boxer is ONE of the least expensive there but im not sure, we got mine for £650 female but males were £500 , all dogs can be brought up to be aggressive but boxers are naturally very friendly and entertaining GREAT AT PARTIES! LOL check out some boxer sites pleeasee get a boxer and you wont regret it!

Answer 9

German Shepherd

Answer 10

Rottweilers are the more aggressive out of the ones listed. But people do say that it depends on how they are treated by there owner. Saying that though, my family had a rottweiler from a puppy and he was treated very well, and he stilled turned, he had to be put down, the vet did say sometimes they are genetically bad natured though. If you have any children I would avoid any type of dog with wide heads, very muscular bodies and lock jaw though.