Last Updated: Jun 18, 2022
Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Doberman Pinscher Versus King Shepherd: Introduction
- Doberman Pinscher versus King Shepherd: Overview
- Doberman Pinscher versus King Shepherd: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Doberman Pinscher and the King Shepherd
- The Similarities Between the Doberman Pinscher and the King Shepherd
- Size Comparison of the Doberman Pinscher versus King Shepherd
- Lifespan of Doberman Pinscher versus King Shepherd
- Temperament of the King Shepherd Versus the Doberman Pinscher
- Price of Doberman Pinscher versus Price of King Shepherd
- Tolerates Being Alone: Doberman Pinscher versus King Shepherd
- Do Doberman Pinschers shed more than King Shepherds?
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Doberman Pinscher or the King Shepherd?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Doberman Pinscher or the King Shepherd?
- Are Doberman Pinschers good family dogs? What about King Shepherds?
- Is the Doberman Pinscher Easier to Train than the King Shepherd?
- Which one drools more, the Doberman Pinscher or the King Shepherd
- How Kid-friendly are Doberman Pinschers and King Shepherds?
- Does the Doberman Pinscher Have a Higher Prey Drive than the King Shepherd?
- Do Doberman Pinschers Bark and Howl? What about King Shepherds?
- Can Doberman Pinschers Tolerate Cold Weather? And can King Shepherds Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Doberman Pinscher vs. King Shepherd
- Can Doberman Pinschers Tolerate Hot Weather? Can King Shepherds Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Doberman Pinscher Versus Other Dog Breeds
- Conclusion: Doberman Pinscher versus King Shepherd. Which One is a Better Pet?
Doberman Pinscher Versus King Shepherd: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Doberman Pinscher and the King Shepherd? Well, you have come to the right place. Because in this article, we will provide you with a detailed comparison of these two dog breeds to help you decide which of the Doberman Pinscher and the King Shepherd better suits you.
We will provide you a detailed discussion and comparison of dog attributes such as intelligence, price, general health, friendliness, etc, for both the Doberman Pinscher and the King Shepherd.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Doberman Pinscher and the King Shepherd is better suited for new dog owners, for owners with kids, for owners that live in apartments, for owners with dog allergies, etc.
Importantly, we did some analysis and calculation and we obtained a number that we call the Better-Pet Score™ for both the Doberman Pinscher and for the King Shepherd. The dog breed with the higher Better-Pet score is the `better` pet. We hope that these Better-Pet Scores will provide you with more insight into deciding which pet to get between the Doberman Pinscher and the King Shepherd.
Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the Doberman Pinscher or the King Shepherd.
Doberman Pinscher versus King Shepherd: Overview
A very important difference between the Doberman Pinscher and the King Shepherd is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Doberman Pinscher is a large-sized dog while the King Shepherd is a giant-sized dog.
Furthermore, the Doberman Pinscher belongs to the Working Dogs group. Working Dogs were developed to assist humans in some capacity – including pulling sleds and carts, guarding flocks, guarding homes, and protecting their families. Breeds in the Working Group are known for their imposing stature, strength, intelligence, and fearless. Because of their size and strength, working dogs require a structured home life and firm, fair, consistent training by someone who can provide leadership without resorting to anger or physical force.
On the other hand, the King Shepherd belongs to the Hybrid Dogs group. Hybrid Dogs are the offspring of 2 or more known, but different, dog breeds.
Doberman Pinscher versus King Shepherd: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Doberman Pinscher to the King Shepherd based on different important factors such as Price, Health, Kid-friendliness, etc.
When a dog breed scores higher for a factor than the other dog breed, the box of the breed that scores higher is shaded green and the box of the breed that scores lower is shaded red. When there is no difference between the breeds for a particular factor then the box is shaded gray for both pets. Also, when the factor is not important in picking a pet, or when the factor cannot be compared between two pets, the box for the factor is shaded gray for both pets
Most of the factors in the table for each dog breed are ranked on a scale of 1 to 5. “1” means “worst”, and “5” means “best”.
However, some factors such as “Price”, “Average Lifespan”, etc. cannot be on a scale of 1 to 5, so they are not on a scale of 1 to 5 in the comparison table.
Later in this article, we will further explain each factor as it applies to the Doberman Pinscher and the King Shepherd
| Factor | Doberman Pinscher | King Shepherd |
|---|---|---|
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 1/5 | 5/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 1/5 | 5/5 |
| General Health | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Life Span | 10 to 13 years | 10 to 11 years |
| Tolerates Being Alone | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Height | 24 to 28 inches tall at the shoulder | 25 to 31 inches |
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Good For Novice Owners | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Does NOT Drool | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Easygoing | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Easy To Train | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Intelligence | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Weight | 60 to 80 pounds | 75 to 150 pounds |
| Average Lifespan | 11.5 years | 10.5 years |
| Average Price | $1910 | $1880 |
| Price Range | $1100 – $2500 | $850 – $3000 |
| Temperament Score | 79.5 percent | 100.0 percent |
| Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests | No Data |
Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Doberman Pinscher in the table (that is, `Ease of Grooming` score + `General Health` score + `Calmness` score + …etc) and we compared it to the corresponding total score for the King Shepherd. We call these total scores the Better-Pet Scores, as we mentioned earlier. We called this score the Better-Pet score because the better dog breed will have a higher score. This is because the pet will the higher score will have minimal needs and be easier to have as a pet.
The Better-Pet score for the Doberman Pinscher is 81 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the King Shepherd is 84 out of 125.
Despite the higher Better-Pet score of the King Shepherd, we still believe that the Doberman Pinscher is a better pet than the King Shepherd.
This is because Doberman Pinschers are much cuter but you cannot put a score on cuteness. If you could put a score on cuteness, then the Doberman Pinscher will come out on top.
Also, we are biased in favor of the Doberman Pinscher :-). We are for the Doberman Pinscher. So get a Doberman Pinscher!
The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Doberman Pinscher and the King Shepherd
Below is a list of where the Doberman Pinscher and the King Shepherd are most different:
The Similarities Between the Doberman Pinscher and the King Shepherd
The Doberman Pinscher and the King Shepherd are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Doberman Pinscher and the King Shepherd are most similar:
Size Comparison of the Doberman Pinscher versus King Shepherd
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Doberman Pinscher and the King Shepherd.
The Doberman Pinscher weighs 60 to 80 pounds when fully grown. The Doberman Pinscher is 24 to 28 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.
On the other hand, the King Shepherd weighs 75 to 150 pounds when fully grown. The King Shepherd is 25 to 31 inches when fully grown.
Lifespan of Doberman Pinscher versus King Shepherd
The lifespan of the Doberman Pinscher is between 10 to 13 years. The average lifespan of the Doberman Pinscher is 11.5 years.
The lifespan of the King Shepherd is between 10 to 11 years . The average lifespan of the King Shepherd is 10.5 years.
The Doberman Pinscher live longer than the King Shepherd.
Temperament of the King Shepherd Versus the Doberman Pinscher
The King Shepherd has a better temperament than the Doberman Pinscher.
This is because the temperament score for the King Shepherd is 100.0 percent while the temperament score for the Doberman Pinscher is 79.5 percent, according to the American Temperament Test Society (ATTS).
The American Temperament Test Society (ATTS) is a non-profit organization whose mission is to provide fair and objective evaluations of the temperaments of dog breeds.
Dog breeds with low temperament scores tend to show unprovoked aggression, they easily panic without quickly recovering from the panic, and they tend to avoid people. However, dog breeds with high temperament scores are not aggressive and are not shy. Also, these dogs are generally friendly and are protective of their owners.
The average temperament score across all dog breeds (over 250 breeds) is 83.7 percent.
With its temperament score of 79.5 percent, the Doberman Pinscher has a below-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.
With its temperament score of 100.0 percent, the King Shepherd has an above-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.
The ATTS obtained the temperament scores of the Doberman Pinscher and the King Shepherd by measuring the temperaments of 1780 Doberman Pinschers and 1 King Shepherds.
Price of Doberman Pinscher versus Price of King Shepherd
The average price of the Doberman Pinscher puppy is $1910. The price of the Doberman Pinscher typically ranges from $1100 – $2500. However, the price of a Doberman Pinscher can be as low as $300 and as high as $7500. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 476 Doberman Pinscher puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The average price of the King Shepherd puppy is $1880. The price of the King Shepherd typically ranges from $850 – $3000. However, the price of the King Shepherd can be as low as $150 and as high as $3500. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 47 King Shepherd puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The Doberman Pinscher is more expensive than the King Shepherd.
| Doberman Pinscher | King Shepherd | |
|---|---|---|
| Average Price | $1910 | $1880 |
| Price Range | $1100 to $2500 | $850 to $3000 |
The charts below show the price distribution for the Doberman Pinscher and King Shepherd. For different price points, the charts show how many Doberman Pinscher puppies or how many King Shepherd puppies are listed for sale at those price points.
A breakdown of the prices of Doberman Pinschers. The typical price range is shaded Green.
A breakdown of the prices of King Shepherds
Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Doberman Pinscher puppy or the King Shepherd puppy. This includes if health screening tests have been performed on the puppy, if the puppy is from a famous pedigree, the US State where the puppy is bred, etc.
Nevertheless, when looking to buy a puppy, look at buying a puppy only from well-established breeders that breed puppies primarily for the love of dogs, and secondarily for profit. Do not buy a puppy from a puppy mill. Puppy mills mass-produce puppies in bad living conditions for maximum profit.
You may also consider adopting a dog instead of buying a dog.
Tolerates Being Alone: Doberman Pinscher versus King Shepherd
Doberman Pinschers do not like to be left alone.
King Shepherds do not like to be left alone.
Do Doberman Pinschers shed more than King Shepherds?
Doberman Pinschers shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
King Shepherds shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Doberman Pinscher or the King Shepherd?
Doberman Pinschers are very easy to groom.
King Shepherds are very easy to groom.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Doberman Pinscher or the King Shepherd?
Doberman Pinschers do not get along well with other dogs.
King Shepherds get along very well with other dogs.
Are Doberman Pinschers good family dogs? What about King Shepherds?
Doberman Pinschers are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
King Shepherds are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Is the Doberman Pinscher Easier to Train than the King Shepherd?
Doberman Pinschers are very easy to train.
King Shepherds are very easy to train.
Which one drools more, the Doberman Pinscher or the King Shepherd
Doberman Pinschers have a very high tendency to drool.
King Shepherds have a very high tendency to drool.
How Kid-friendly are Doberman Pinschers and King Shepherds?
Doberman Pinschers get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.
King Shepherds get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Does the Doberman Pinscher Have a Higher Prey Drive than the King Shepherd?
Doberman Pinschers have a very low prey drive. This means they get won`t chase after smaller pets. They tend to get along well with other pets.
King Shepherds have a very low prey drive. This means they get won`t chase after smaller pets. They tend to get along well with other pets.
Do Doberman Pinschers Bark and Howl? What about King Shepherds?
Doberman Pinschers are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
King Shepherds are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Can Doberman Pinschers Tolerate Cold Weather? And can King Shepherds Tolerate Cold Weather?
Doberman Pinschers cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
King Shepherds can very well tolerate cold weather.
Wanderlust Potential: Doberman Pinscher vs. King Shepherd
Doberman Pinschers do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
King Shepherds have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.
Can Doberman Pinschers Tolerate Hot Weather? Can King Shepherds Tolerate Hot Weather?
Doberman Pinschers can tolerate hot weather.
King Shepherds can tolerate hot weather.
Is the Doberman Pinscher Better for Apartment Owners than the King Shepherd?
Doberman Pinschers adapt moderately well to apartment living.
King Shepherds adapt very well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Doberman Pinscher or the King Shepherd?
Doberman Pinschers are OK for new dog owners.
King Shepherds are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
Doberman Pinscher Versus Other Dog Breeds
You may also be interested in how the Doberman Pinscher compares to other breeds aside from the King Shepherd. So, see below the links to the comparison of the Doberman Pinscher to other breeds:
Doberman Pinscher versus German Longhaired Pointer Doberman Pinscher versus Welsh Springer Spaniel Doberman Pinscher versus Shiba Inu Doberman Pinscher versus Norwich Terrier Doberman Pinscher versus Afghan Hound Doberman Pinscher versus Dalmatian Doberman Pinscher versus Cavapoo Doberman Pinscher versus Irish Setter Doberman Pinscher versus Anatolian Shepherd Dog Doberman Pinscher versus Whippet Doberman Pinscher versus Scottish Terrier Doberman Pinscher versus Biewer Terrier Doberman Pinscher versus Akita Chow Doberman Pinscher versus English Toy Spaniel Doberman Pinscher versus Harrier
Conclusion: Doberman Pinscher versus King Shepherd. Which One is a Better Pet?
In summary, there is nothing like a better dog breed or a worse dog breed. The important question to ask is which dog breed better matches your interests and lifestyle. We hope our discussion above will help you in deciding which dog breed between the Doberman Pinscher and the King Shepherd better suits you and your family.