Is the Leonberger or the Shiloh Shepherd better for families with children?

Both the Leonberger and the Shiloh Shepherd are considered good with children when properly socialised and supervised.

Which sheds more, the Leonberger or the Shiloh Shepherd?

The Leonberger and Shiloh Shepherd shed a similar amount (very high).

The Shiloh Shepherd is generally the easier of the two to train, making it a better pick for less experienced owners.

Choose the Leonberger if you simply prefer the breed — it's very closely matched with the Shiloh Shepherd on temperament, size and care.

Choose the Shiloh Shepherd if you want a longer-lived breed, you want an easier dog to train, or you want a more adaptable dog.

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Is the Leonberger or the Shiloh Shepherd better for families with children?: Both the Leonberger and the Shiloh Shepherd are considered good with children when properly socialised and supervised.
Which sheds more, the Leonberger or the Shiloh Shepherd?: The Leonberger and Shiloh Shepherd shed a similar amount (very high).
Which is easier to train, the Leonberger or the Shiloh Shepherd?: The Shiloh Shepherd is generally the easier of the two to train, making it a better pick for less experienced owners.