Maremma Abruzzese Sheepdog
VS
German Spitz – Giant
Maremma Abruzzese Sheepdog vs German Spitz – Giant
Compare Maremma Abruzzese Sheepdog and German Spitz – Giant 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
Maremma Abruzzese Sheepdog
German Spitz – Giant
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
62 – 74 cm
40 – 50 cm
Weight
35 – 52 kg
15 – 25 kg
Life expectancy
11 – 17 years
13 – 15 years
Child friendly
3/5
4/5
Energy level
3/5
4/5
Intelligence
3/5
3/5
Trainability
3/5
3/5
Health
3/5
3/5
Grooming needs
3/5
4/5
Shedding
3/5
3/5
Barking level
4/5
3/5
Aggressiveness
3/5
3/5
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Characteristics
Maremma Abruzzese Sheepdog
Giant
German Spitz – Giant
Great with kids
High energy
Medium
Summary
About Maremma Abruzzese Sheepdog
Large, white Italian livestock guardian, the Maremma Abruzzese Sheepdog is powerful, weather‑resistant and deeply loyal yet reserved with strangers. Independent, strong‑willed and highly watchful, it needs space, secure fencing, experienced handling and regular coat care to thrive.
About German Spitz – Giant
The German Spitz – Giant (Grossspitz) is a medium, square-built spitz with a thick double coat and proud, foxlike look. An alert, vocal watchdog, it’s active, intelligent and sensitive, bonding closely with its family. Needs regular brushing, early socialisation, kind training and daily exercise.
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