Curious
Playful
Dignified
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Affectionate
Obedient
Loyal
Devoted
Watchful

Playful
Independent
Energetic
Protective
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Outgoing
Responsive
Loyal
Fearless
Good-natured
Clever

Alaskan Shepherds shed a lot of hair each year, so frequent brushing is essential for reducing shedding and maintaining coat health.

Pinweilers are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Alaskan Malamute, German Shepherd

Rottweiler, Miniature Pinscher

Early 1900s

1990s

Blue
Hazel
Brown

Brown

Black
Brown

Black

Cream
Brown
Black
White
Sable
Silver
Blue
Red
Gray

Black
Brown
Fawn

Alaskan Shepherds have medium-length coats.

Pinweilers have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

An Alaskan Shepherd can have a litter of 4-10 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

A Pinweiler can have a litter of 8-12 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Alaskan Shepherds typically have low vet costs due to their good health, but it's important to monitor their health and seek vet care when necessary.

While the Pinweiler breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Canine Hip Dysplasia
Chondrodysplasia (Chd)
Degenerative Myelopathy
Congenital Heart Defect

Hip And Elbow Dysplasia
Aortic Stenosis
Gastric Dilation Volvulus (GDV) or Bloat

Cataract
Panosteitis
Glaucoma
Pannus
Perianal Fistulas
Skin Problems
Hemophilia
Diabetes
Von Willebrand's Disease
Exocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency

Entropion
Color Dilution Alopecia
Lymphoma

Cardiac
Hip
Blood
Dna For Vwd
Chd Clear Rating
Eye Examination
Internal Imaging (x-ray, CT scan, MRI, etc.)
Full Body Physical Examination

Eye Examination
Skin Evaluation
Blood Analysis
Internal Imaging (x-ray, CT scan, MRI, etc.)
DNA for VWD

Alaskan Shepherd has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Pinweiler has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

Alaskan Shepherds are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Pinweilers sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

Playing, Training, Teaching, Walks, Running, Walking, Tug-of-war, Swimming, Chase, Fetch, Hide & Seek, Getting wood, Fishing, Games, Outdoors, Long walks, Walk, Run, Nap, Cuddle, Going for walks, Groom, Ball, Love, Traning, Ball fetching, Learning tricks, Cuddling, Tug of war

Off-leash, Snuggling, Play

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Alaskan Shepherd, it's at least 12 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Pinweiler, it's at least 16 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Alaskan Shepherds usually need at least 60 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most Pinweilers usually need at least 90 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

The Alaskan Shepherd requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

The Pinweiler is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

For an average 65-85 pound (29 - 39 kg) Alaskan Shepherd feed 2.5 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 40-60 pound (18 - 27 kg) Pinweiler feed 3.5 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of an Alaskan Shepherd is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

The average cost of a Pinweiler is somewhere $3.40 - $4.50 per day.

The average per month expenses of an Alaskan Shepherd is between $55 - $73. This makes an average of $660 - $876 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of a Pinweiler is between $101 - $134. This makes an average of $1212 - $1608 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

Alaskan Shepherds can do well in apartments with enough exercise and time outside, but a small yard would be ideal.

The Pinweiler is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

Alaskan Shepherds make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

Pinweilers have an average level of friendliness towards children.

Alaskan Shepherds are somewhat cat friendly and can be trained to get along with cats.

Pinweilers are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

Alaskan Shepherds are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

Pinweilers are less friendly towards other dogs, but can improve with socialization.

Alaskan Shepherds are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

Pinweilers are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.