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Carpathian Sheepdog vs Karst Shepherd vs Australian Shepherd Comparison - Dog breed selector: Caine Ciobanesc Carpatin or Kraski ovcar or Little Blue Dog? Find the right dog for you

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Name Carpathian Sheepdog Karst Shepherd Australian Shepherd
OriginsRomania flagRomania Slovenia flagSlovenia United States flagUnited States
Group Pastoral / Herding Dogs Guard Dogs Pastoral / Herding Dogs
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Caine Ciobanesc Carpatin
Carpathian Sheepdog
Carpatin
Carpatin Ciobanesc Romanesc Carpatin
Romanian Carpathian Shepherd
Romanian Carpatin Herder
Romanian Shepherd Dog
Rumanian Carpathian
Romanian Sheepdog
Kraski ovcar
Karst Sheepdog
Istrian Sheepdog
Krasevec
Krazski Ovcar
Little Blue Dog
Aussie
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Carpathian Sheepdog vs Karst Shepherd vs Australian Shepherd breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Carpathian Sheepdog vs Karst Shepherd vs Australian Shepherd Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Carpathian Sheepdog or Karst Shepherd or Australian Shepherd? Which is the smallest dog, Carpathian Sheepdog or Karst Shepherd or Australian Shepherd?
Large Large Large
Weight
Which is heavier, Carpathian Sheepdog or Karst Shepherd or Karst Shepherd? Carpathian Sheepdog vs Karst Shepherd vs Australian Shepherd weight comparison:
Male: 88-99 pounds (40-45 kg), Female: 71-77 pounds (32-35 kg) 58-88 pounds (26-40 kg) Male: 50-65 pounds (25-29 kg), Female: 40-55 pounds (18-25 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 93.5 pounds (42.5 kg), Female: 74 pounds (33.5 kg) 73 pounds (33 kg) Male: 57.5 pounds (27 kg), Female: 47.5 pounds (21.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Carpathian Sheepdog or Karst Shepherd or Australian Shepherd? Carpathian Sheepdog vs Karst Shepherd vs Australian Shepherd height comparison:
Male: 25–29 inches (64–74 cm), Female: 24–28 inches (60–70 cm) Male: 22-25 inches (57-63 cm), Female: 21-24 inches (54-60 cm) Male: 20-23 inches (52-58cm), Female: 18-21 inches (46–53 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 27 inches (68.5 cm), Female: 25 inches (63.5 cm) Male: 23.5 inches (60 cm), Female: 22.5 inches (57 cm) Male: 21.5 inches (55 cm), Female: 19.5 inches (46–53 cm)

Carpathian Sheepdog vs Karst Shepherd vs Australian Shepherd Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Carpathian Sheepdog or Karst Shepherd or Australian Shepherd? Which is more expensive?
$800-$1000 $800-$1000 $600-$800
Availability
Which is easier to get, Carpathian Sheepdog or Karst Shepherd or Australian Shepherd?
Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.
Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.
Very frequent: The Australian Shepherd is quite easy to get.

Carpathian Sheepdog vs Karst Shepherd vs Australian Shepherd Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Carpathian Sheepdog vs Karst Shepherd vs Australian Shepherd intelligence:
Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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Smart: The Australian Shepherd dogs have great intelligence.
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Trainability
Carpathian Sheepdog vs Karst Shepherd vs Australian Shepherd trainability comparison.
Carpathian Sheepdog dogs are quite easy to train.
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Karst Shepherd dogs are quite easy to train.
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Australian Shepherd dogs are very easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Carpathian Sheepdog or Karst Shepherd or Australian Shepherd?
Carpathian Sheepdog dogs are good watchdogs.
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Karst Shepherd dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Australian Shepherd dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Carpathian Sheepdog or Karst Shepherd or Australian Shepherd? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Carpathian Sheepdog dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Karst Shepherd dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Australian Shepherd dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Carpathian Sheepdog vs Karst Shepherd vs Australian Shepherd Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Carpathian Sheepdog or Karst Shepherd or Australian Shepherd? Carpathian Sheepdog vs Karst Shepherd vs Australian Shepherd behavior/temperament comparison:
Dignified
Courageous
Calm
Independent
Courageous
Brave
Active
Loving
Protective
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Good-natured
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Sensitive: Karst Shepherd dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Sensitive: Australian Shepherd dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Carpathian Sheepdog vs Karst Shepherd vs Australian Shepherd?
High: Carpathian Sheepdog dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Karst Shepherd dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Average to High: Australian Shepherd dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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Social Needs
Carpathian Sheepdog vs Karst Shepherd vs Australian Shepherd social needs comparison:
Carpathian Sheepdog dogs are a social breed.
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Karst Shepherd dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Australian Shepherd dogs are a social breed.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Carpathian Sheepdog dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Karst Shepherd dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Australian Shepherd dogs are not the biggest explorers.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Carpathian Sheepdog dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Karst Shepherd dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen.
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Australian Shepherd dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Carpathian Sheepdog vs Karst Shepherd vs Australian Shepherd Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Carpathian Sheepdog vs Karst Shepherd vs Australian Shepherd playfulness comparison:
Carpathian Sheepdogs are not the most playful dog breed.
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Average: Karst Shepherds, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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The Australian Shepherd is a highly playful breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Carpathian Sheepdog vs Karst Shepherd vs Australian Shepherd?
Low to Average: The Carpathian Sheepdog rarely barks.
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Low to Average: The Karst Shepherd rarely barks.
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Low to Average: The Australian Shepherd rarely barks.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Carpathian Sheepdog or Karst Shepherd or Australian Shepherd?
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Carpathian Sheepdog breed.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Karst Shepherd breed.
It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Australian Shepherd indoors.

Carpathian Sheepdog vs Karst Shepherd vs Australian Shepherd Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
Carpathian Sheepdog dogs don't adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Average: Karst Shepherd dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Australian Shepherd dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Carpathian Sheepdog or Karst Shepherd or Australian Shepherd?
Carpathian Sheepdog dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.
Karst Shepherd dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
Australian Shepherd dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.

Carpathian Sheepdog vs Karst Shepherd vs Australian Shepherd Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Carpathian Sheepdog or Karst Shepherd or Australian Shepherd?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Carpathian Sheepdog bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Karst Shepherd bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Australian Shepherd bite force: Ordinary.
Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:

Low 🔽

The Carpathian Sheepdog has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Karst Shepherd has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Australian Shepherd has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Carpathian Sheepdog vs Karst Shepherd vs Australian Shepherd mouthiness comparison:
Carpathian Sheepdog dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Karst Shepherd dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Australian Shepherd dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Carpathian Sheepdog vs Karst Shepherd vs Australian Shepherd Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Carpathian Sheepdog vs Karst Shepherd vs Australian Shepherd health comparison. Which is the healthier: Carpathian Sheepdog vs Karst Shepherd vs Australian Shepherd?
Carpathian Sheepdogs tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
The Karst Shepherd is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The Australian Shepherd is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Carpathian Sheepdog vs Karst Shepherd vs Australian Shepherd? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Carpathian Sheepdog vs Karst Shepherd vs Australian Shepherd health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Bloat
Vaccination Sensitivity
Drug Sensitivity
Hip Dysplasia
Elbow Dysplasia
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Cancer
Hypothyroidism
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Epilepsy
Deafness
Drug Sensitivity
Elbow Dysplasia
Distichiasis
Collie Eye Anomaly
Detached Retina
Nasal Solar Dermatitis
Osteochondrosis Dissecans
Persistent Pupillary Membranes
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Frequent
The Carpathian Sheepdog should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Average
The Karst Shepherd should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Average
The Australian Shepherd should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Life Expectancy
Carpathian Sheepdog vs Karst Shepherd vs Australian Shepherd lifespan comparison. How long do Carpathian Sheepdog, Karst Shepherd and Australian Shepherd breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Carpathian Sheepdog: 13 years
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Karst Shepherd: 11 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Australian Shepherd: 13 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Carpathian Sheepdog vs Karst Shepherd vs Australian Shepherd?
Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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Prefers cold weather
The Karst Shepherd can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog.
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Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Australian Shepherd can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Carpathian Sheepdog vs Karst Shepherd vs Australian Shepherd Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Carpathian Sheepdog or Karst Shepherd or Australian Shepherd? Carpathian Sheepdog vs Karst Shepherd vs Australian Shepherd energy level comparison:
Carpathian Sheepdog dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Karst Shepherd dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Australian Shepherd dogs are high-energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Carpathian Sheepdog vs Karst Shepherd vs Australian Shepherd exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Carpathian Sheepdog or Karst Shepherd or Australian Shepherd? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Carpathian Sheepdog dogs have an average exercise need.
Karst Shepherd dogs have an average exercise need.
Australian Shepherd dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Carpathian Sheepdog or Karst Shepherd or Australian Shepherd?
Carpathian Sheepdog dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
Karst Shepherd dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
Australian Shepherd dogs don't need too much sleep.

Carpathian Sheepdog vs Karst Shepherd vs Australian Shepherd Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Carpathian Sheepdog or Karst Shepherd or Australian Shepherd?
6 to 8 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 3 to 5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, divided into two meals. 1.5 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Carpathian Sheepdog vs Karst Shepherd vs Australian Shepherd weight gain potential comparison:
Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Carpathian Sheepdog's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Average: The Karst Shepherd has an average risk for obesity.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Australian Shepherd's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Carpathian Sheepdog vs Karst Shepherd vs Australian Shepherd Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Carpathian Sheepdog vs Karst Shepherd vs Australian Shepherd coat comparison:
Dense
Rough
Soft
Thick
Dense
Thick
Double
Feathered
Colors
What are the original Carpathian Sheepdog, Karst Shepherd and Australian Shepherd color?
Black
White
Grey
Grey Black
Red
Blue
Merle
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Carpathian Sheepdog or Karst Shepherd or Australian Shepherd? Carpathian Sheepdog vs Karst Shepherd vs Australian Shepherd grooming comparison:
Easy to groom: The Carpathian Sheepdog doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Average: The Karst Shepherd requires average grooming effort.
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Average: The Australian Shepherd requires average grooming effort.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Carpathian Sheepdog or Karst Shepherd or Australian Shepherd? Carpathian Sheepdog or Karst Shepherd or {name3 shedding:
Carpathian Sheepdog dogs shed moderately.
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Karst Shepherd dogs shed moderately.
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Australian Shepherd dogs shed moderately.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Carpathian Sheepdog or Karst Shepherd or Australian Shepherd?
3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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Hypoallergenic
Carpathian Sheepdog vs Karst Shepherd vs Australian Shepherd hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?
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Stinkiness
Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Carpathian Sheepdog vs Karst Shepherd vs Australian Shepherd?

Medium

The Carpathian Sheepdog has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Karst Shepherd has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Australian Shepherd has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?
The Carpathian Sheepdog drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed.
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The Karst Shepherd drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed.
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The Australian Shepherd is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Carpathian Sheepdog vs Karst Shepherd vs Australian Shepherd Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Carpathian Sheepdog dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Karst Shepherd dogs are generally with other pets.
Australian Shepherd dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Carpathian Sheepdog or Karst Shepherd or Australian Shepherd? Which dog is more friendly?
Carpathian Sheepdog dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Karst Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Australian Shepherd dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Carpathian Sheepdog or Karst Shepherd or Australian Shepherd?
Carpathian Sheepdog dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.
Karst Shepherd dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Australian Shepherd dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Carpathian Sheepdog or Karst Shepherd or Australian Shepherd?
Carpathian Sheepdog dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Karst Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Australian Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Carpathian Sheepdog or Karst Shepherd or Australian Shepherd?
Carpathian Sheepdog dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Karst Shepherd dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Australian Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Carpathian Sheepdog vs Karst Shepherd vs Australian Shepherd?
No
Carpathian Sheepdog dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.
Yes
Karst Shepherd dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Australian Shepherd dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
Carpathian Sheepdog is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Karst Shepherd is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Australian Shepherd is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
Carpathian Sheepdogs are commonly okay with elderly people.
Karst Shepherds are usually recommended for elderly people.
Australian Shepherds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Carpathian Sheepdog vs Karst Shepherd vs Australian Shepherd As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog
Which one could be a service dog?

Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Therapy Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: Carpathian Sheepdog or Karst Shepherd or Australian Shepherd? Which is better for autism?

Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog
Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?

Not really

They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.

Not really

They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.

Not really

They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR)
Which one could be a search and rescue dog?

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog
Which one could be a boat dog: Carpathian Sheepdog vs Karst Shepherd vs Australian Shepherd?

Not really

Carpathian Sheepdog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Karst Shepherd breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Australian Shepherd breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog
Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?

Yes

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Yes

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Fighting Dog / Military Dog

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Carpathian Sheepdog vs Karst Shepherd vs Australian Shepherd Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length 60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency

Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Litter Size
How many puppies can Carpathian Sheepdog and Karst Shepherd and Australian Shepherd have?
5-10 puppies 3-6 puppies 6-9 puppies, average 7

Carpathian Sheepdog vs Karst Shepherd vs Australian Shepherd Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1991 as a Herding breed.
FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI?
Not recognized by FCI. Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type section. Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section.
Breed Recognition
What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?
American Canine Registry
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
National Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Slovenian Kennel Club (SKC)
American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Dog Registry of America Inc.
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
Australian Shepherd Club Of America

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