American Dobermans are sleek, elegant show dogs weighing 75-100 lbs. European Dobermans are larger, muscular working dogs weighing 80-105 lbs. American Dobermans have lighter rust markings with white chest patch. European Dobermans have darker rust markings without white chest patch
Mastiff leads with 230 pounds and 30-inch height, bred since 3000 BC. Cane Corso ranks second with 100+ pounds and 28-inch height. German Shepherd ranks third with 135 pounds and 26-inch height. Great Dane ranks fourth with 175 pounds and 32-inch height. Saint Bernard ranks second with 180 pounds and 30-inch height
Rottweilers are larger, reaching up to 130 pounds and 25.5 inches in height. Dobermans are medium-sized, weighing 93 pounds and reaching 100 pounds. Rottweilers have dense double coats, while Dobermans have fine coats with limited undercoat. Dobermans come in various colors, while Rottweilers are almost always black
Rottweiler is one of the oldest surviving dog breeds, originating from Roman times. Originally bred as livestock herders and meat cart drivers in Rottweil region. First Rottweiler club founded in Germany in 1914, later merged into IRK. Recognized by AKC in 1931, reaching all-time popularity in mid-1990s
Pugs originated in China as Lo-Chiang-Sze, a short-legged dog. Brought to Europe in 16th century by Dutch East India Company. Popularized by Dutch and Stuart monarchs in 17th century. Queen Victoria developed passion for Pugs in 19th century
German Shepherds typically stand 22-26 inches tall and weigh 50-90 pounds. Breed standard is double coat with dense, straight short hair. Coat can be black and tan, white, blue, or reddish brown. Have distinctive pointed erect ears and bushy tail