Large Münsterländer
VS
Dutch Schapendoes
Large Münsterländer vs Dutch Schapendoes
Compare Large Münsterländer and Dutch Schapendoes side by side and get a clear picture of what sets the breeds apart. Explore differences in size, weight, temperament, activity level, and other key traits to more easily decide which breed best fits your lifestyle and circumstances.
Characteristic
Large Münsterländer
Dutch Schapendoes
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
58 – 65 cm
40 – 50 cm
Weight
29 – 30 kg
12 – 20 kg
Life expectancy
12 – 13 years
12 – 15 years
Child friendly
4/5
4/5
Energy level
3/5
3/5
Intelligence
4/5
3/5
Trainability
4/5
3/5
Health
4/5
4/5
Grooming needs
4/5
2/5
Shedding
3/5
3/5
Barking level
2/5
4/5
Aggressiveness
3/5
3/5
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Characteristics
Large Münsterländer
Great with kids
Super smart
Quiet
Easy to train
Large
Dutch Schapendoes
Great with kids
Low grooming
Medium
Summary
About Large Münsterländer
Medium–large, athletic German gundog with a distinctive black‑and‑white, ticked coat. Intelligent, people‑oriented and affectionate, yet independent with strong hunting and prey drive. Needs experienced, active owners, plenty of daily exercise, training and mental stimulation to stay content.
About Dutch Schapendoes
The Dutch Schapendoes is a medium, shaggy-coated Dutch herding dog, lively and agile with a bouncy gait. Cheerful, people-oriented and playful, it suits active families. Intelligent but independent, it needs positive training, regular mental exercise and frequent grooming.
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