Energetic
Loyal
Protective
Alert
Guarding
Hunting
Trainable

Active
Independent
Protective
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Loyal
Trainable
Fearless
Good-natured
Faithful
Instinctual

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

Rottles are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Choose a German Sheprador if you want a top-notch watchdog. This breed takes guarding seriously, and may not require much training, though obedience or guard dog training can improve their skills.

Rottles make excellent watchdogs - they're vocal and protective of their territory.

United States

Germany

German Shepherd and Labrador Retriever

Poodle, Rottweiler

Unknown

1980s

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

White
Gray
Blue
Cream
Red
White
Black

Black
Gray
Brown
Red
Cream
Blue
White
Pied

German Shepradors have medium-length coats.

Rottles have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Straight

Curly

A German Sheprador can have a litter of 10-12 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.

A Rottle 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.

German Shepradors have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

Rottles are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

Allergies
Hip Dysplasia
Bloat

Patellar Luxation
Hip And Elbow Dysplasia
Subaortic Stenosis
Mitral Valve Dysplasia
Gastric Dilation Volvulus (GDV) or Bloat

Ear Infections

Sebaceous Adenitis
Von Willebrand's Disease
Osteochondritis Dissecans
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

X-Rays
CT Scan
Physical Examination
Allergy Testing

Eye Examination
Skin Evaluation
Cardiac Ultrasound
Blood And Urine Analysis
Diagnostic Imaging
DNA

German Shepradors thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

Rottles are suitable for those with a balanced lifestyle as they have an average energy level.

German Sheprador has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

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

German Shepradors need high physical activity and are ideal for active individuals, but not suitable for sedentary lifestyles or small apartments.

Rottles require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

German Shepradors are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

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

German Sheprador dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

Rottles bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For German Sheprador, 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 Rottle, it's at least 14 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most German Shepradors 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 Rottles 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 German Sheprador is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

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

Pin Brush
Comb
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Clipper
Nail Clipper

For an average 85-95 pound (39 - 43 kg) German Sheprador feed 3 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 60-100 pound (27 - 45 kg) Rottle 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 a German Sheprador is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

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

The average per month expenses of a German Sheprador 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 Rottle 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.

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

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

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

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

Rottles are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

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

Rottles are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

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

Rottles are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

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

Rottles are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

German Shepradors are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.

Rottles are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.