Xoloitzcuintle vs Dutch Shepherd

Compare the Xoloitzcuintle to the Dutch Shepherd. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Xoloitzcuintles and Dutch Shepherds.

Xoloitzcuintle vs Dutch Shepherd
Xoloitzcuintle
Dutch Shepherd
Xoloitzcuintle
Dutch Shepherd
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General Details
Xoloitzcuintle
Dutch Shepherd
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
Maybe
No
Lifespan
12-15 Years
12-15 Years
Height
9-30 Inches
21-24 Inches
Weight
5-40 Pounds
50-70 Pounds
Intelligence
Average
Above Average
History
Xoloitzcuintle
Dutch Shepherd
Origin Country
Mexico
Belgium
Origin Year
-1500 BC
1898 AD
Temperament
Xoloitzcuintle
Dutch Shepherd
Overall Friendliness
Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Below Average
Above Average
Stranger Friendly
Below Average
Average
Personality
Xoloitzcuintle
Dutch Shepherd
Traits
Affectionate
Aggressive
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Loving
Snuggle
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Xoloitzcuintle
Dutch Shepherd
Apartment
Yes
Yes
Indoor
No
No
Small Yard
No
No
Medium Yard
No
No
Large Yard
No
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
60-85 °F
20-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Below Average
Exercise Needs
Xoloitzcuintle
Dutch Shepherd
Energy Level
Medium to High
Medium to High
Exercise Required
Medium to High
Medium to High
Top Running Speed
24 MPH
28 MPH
Strength
Low to Medium
Medium to High
Grooming Needs
Xoloitzcuintle
Dutch Shepherd
Coat Maintenance
Low
Medium
Shedding
None to Low
Medium
Dander
None to Low
Low
Drool
Low
None
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Xoloitzcuintle
Dutch Shepherd
Dominant / Alpha
Yes
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Xoloitzcuintle
Dutch Shepherd
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
No
Yes
Breed Instincts
Xoloitzcuintle
Dutch Shepherd
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Average
Average
Chasing
Above Average
Average
Follow Commands
Below Average
Average
Fighting
Average
Below Average
Guarding
Average
Above Average
Herding
Average
Above Average
Hunting
Below Average
Average
Protection
Average
Above Average
Remove Vermin
Average
Average
Sled Pulling
None
Average
Watch / Guardian
Average
Above Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Xoloitzcuintle
Dutch Shepherd
Average Lifespan
12-15 Years
12-15 Years
Health Concerns
Xoloitzcuintle
Dutch Shepherd
Common Health Issues
Dry skin
Skin irritation
Acne
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Xoloitzcuintle
Dutch Shepherd
Coat Type
Hair
Hair
Coat Layering
Bald
Single
Smooth
Smooth
Wire
Coat Texture
Rough
Rough
Wooly
Coat Length
Hairless
Short to Long
Coat Coloring
Xoloitzcuintle
Dutch Shepherd
Breed Colors
Gold Brindle
Gold Brindle
Silver Brindle
Silver Brindle
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