For example, the Akita comes in more colors compared to the German Shepherd, though both breeds have very specific purebred requirements that must be met. In addition, the fur of the Akita appears ...

Michael LaRosa, a spokesman for First Lady Dr. Jill Biden, tells PEOPLE that Commander is a male, pure-bred German shepherd born in September who arrived at the White House on Monday afternoon.

However, the average German Shepherd weighs anywhere from 75-90 ... Given that these are both purebred dogs, very little overlaps in their colorings or markings. Another difference between these ...