Karst Shepherd vs Sarplaninac Comparison – Which dog is better Kraski ovcar or Illyrian Shepherd Dog?

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Name	Karst Shepherd	Sarplaninac
Origins	Slovenia	Serbia Macedonia
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Group	Guard Dogs	Guard Dogs
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Common Names & Aliases Compare different names used for Karst Shepherd and Sarplaninac. What other names are these breeds known by?	Kraski ovcar Karst Sheepdog Istrian Sheepdog Krasevec Krazski Ovcar	Illyrian Shepherd Dog Yugoslavian Shepherd Dog Macedonian Shepherd
Breed Classification Compare breed classifications between a Karst Shepherd and a Sarplaninac. Learn about their genetic backgrounds.	Purebred	Purebred

Karst Shepherd vs Sarplaninac Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Which is bigger: a Karst Shepherd or a Sarplaninac? Compare size differences between these breeds.	Large	Large
Weight Statistics Compare weight ranges between a Karst Shepherd and a Sarplaninac. Which breed is heavier?	58-88 pounds (26-40 kg)	Male: 55-80 pounds (25-36 kg), Female: 45-70 pounds (20-32 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	73 pounds (33 kg)	Male: 67.5 pounds (30.5 kg), Female: 57.5 pounds (26 kg)
Height Which is taller, Karst Shepherd or Sarplaninac? Is a Karst Shepherd taller than a Sarplaninac?	Male: 22-25 inches (57-63 cm), Female: 21-24 inches (54-60 cm)	Male: 22-24 inches (55-61 cm), Female: 21-23 inches (54-59 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 23.5 inches (60 cm), Female: 22.5 inches (57 cm)	Male: 23 inches (58 cm), Female: 22 inches (56.5 cm)

Karst Shepherd vs Sarplaninac Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy prices between a Karst Shepherd and a Sarplaninac. Which breed costs more?	$800-$1000	$900-$1000
Availability Which is easier to get, Karst Shepherd or Sarplaninac?	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.

Karst Shepherd vs Sarplaninac Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Which is smarter: a Karst Shepherd or a Sarplaninac? Compare intelligence rankings and learning abilities.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Training Difficulty Which is easier to train: a Karst Shepherd or a Sarplaninac? Compare training requirements.	Karst Shepherd dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Sarplaninac dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Rating Which makes a better watchdog: a Karst Shepherd or a Sarplaninac? Compare alertness levels.	Karst Shepherd dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Sarplaninac dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Which is more protective: a Karst Shepherd or a Sarplaninac? Compare territorial behaviors.	Karst Shepherd dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Sarplaninac dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
Guard Dog Breeds List

Karst Shepherd vs Sarplaninac Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits Compare personalities of a Karst Shepherd and a Sarplaninac. How do their temperaments differ?	Independent Courageous Brave	Independent Protective Intelligent Reliable Devoted Calm
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Karst Shepherd vs Sarplaninac?	Sensitive: Karst Shepherd dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	Sarplaninac dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Karst Shepherd vs Sarplaninac?	High: Karst Shepherd dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: Sarplaninac dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Karst Shepherd vs Sarplaninac social needs comparison:	Karst Shepherd dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Sarplaninac dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between Karst Shepherd vs Sarplaninac?	Karst Shepherd dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Sarplaninac is strong enough to escape from home. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between Karst Shepherd vs Sarplaninac? Which can be better for hunting?	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. See more.	Sarplaninac dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Karst Shepherd vs Sarplaninac Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Which breed barks more: a Karst Shepherd or a Sarplaninac? Compare vocalization tendencies.	Low to Average: The Karst Shepherd rarely barks. See more.	Low to Average: The Sarplaninac rarely barks. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Playful Nature Which breed is more playful: a Karst Shepherd or a Sarplaninac? Compare play drive and energy.	Average: Karst Shepherds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Sarplaninacs are not the most playful dog breed. See more.
Most Playful Dog Breeds
Apartment Adaptability Which is better for apartments: a Karst Shepherd or a Sarplaninac? Compare living space needs.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Karst Shepherd breed.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Sarplaninac breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Karst Shepherd vs Sarplaninac Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Which adapts better to changes: a Karst Shepherd or a Sarplaninac? Compare adaptability levels.	Average: Karst Shepherd dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Average: Sarplaninac dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Karst Shepherd or Sarplaninac?	Karst Shepherd dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Karst Shepherd vs Sarplaninac Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Which has lower bite risk: a Karst Shepherd or a Sarplaninac? Compare biting tendencies.	Low 🔽 The Karst Shepherd has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Sarplaninac has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Which is more mouthy: a Karst Shepherd or a Sarplaninac? Compare mouthing behaviors.	Karst Shepherd dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Sarplaninac dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.
Bite Strength Rating Which has a stronger bite: a Karst Shepherd or a Sarplaninac? Compare bite force PSI.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Karst Shepherd bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Sarplaninac bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force

Karst Shepherd vs Sarplaninac Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Which lives longer: a Karst Shepherd or a Sarplaninac? Compare average lifespans.	10-12 years The average lifespan of Karst Shepherd: 11 years	11-13 years The average lifespan of Sarplaninac: 12 years
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Climate Tolerance Which handles weather better: a Karst Shepherd or a Sarplaninac? Compare climate tolerances.	Prefers cold weather The Karst Shepherd can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers cold weather The Sarplaninac can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. See more.
Health Concerns Compare common health issues between a Karst Shepherd and a Sarplaninac. Which breed is healthier?	The Karst Shepherd is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Sarplaninacs are commonly healthy dogs.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Karst Shepherd vs Sarplaninac?	Average The Karst Shepherd should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Rare The Sarplaninac should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Karst Shepherd vs Sarplaninac? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Karst Shepherd vs Sarplaninac health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Elbow Dysplasia	Hip Dysplasia Bloat Drug Sensitivity

Karst Shepherd vs Sarplaninac Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Which breed is more energetic: a Karst Shepherd or a Sarplaninac? Compare activity levels.	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.	Sarplaninac dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Karst Shepherd vs Sarplaninac exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Karst Shepherd or Sarplaninac? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Karst Shepherd dogs have an average exercise need.	Sarplaninac dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Karst Shepherd or Sarplaninac?	Karst Shepherd dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	Sarplaninac dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Karst Shepherd vs Sarplaninac Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Which gains weight easier: a Karst Shepherd or a Sarplaninac? Compare obesity risks.	Average: The Karst Shepherd has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Sarplaninac's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity
Food Consumption Which eats more: a Karst Shepherd or a Sarplaninac? Compare daily food needs.	3 to 5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, divided into two meals.	2.5 to 3.5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot

Karst Shepherd vs Sarplaninac Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Which is more hypoallergenic: a Karst Shepherd or a Sarplaninac? Compare allergy friendliness.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Coat Colors What color variations exist for Karst Shepherd and Sarplaninac? Compare breed colors.	Grey	Black Gray White Fawn Sable
Grooming Requirements Which needs more grooming: a Karst Shepherd or a Sarplaninac? Compare maintenance needs.	Average: The Karst Shepherd requires average grooming effort. See more.	Easy to groom: The Sarplaninac doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Drooling Tendency Which drools more: a Karst Shepherd or a Sarplaninac? Compare drooling amounts.	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. See more.	The Sarplaninac drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Which has less odor: a Karst Shepherd or a Sarplaninac? Compare natural smell levels.	Medium ⏺ The Karst Shepherd has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Sarplaninac has a low chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics How do coats differ between a Karst Shepherd and a Sarplaninac? Compare fur types.	Dense Thick Double	Fluffy Waterproof
Bathing Needs Which needs more baths: a Karst Shepherd or a Sarplaninac? Compare bathing frequencies.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Karst Shepherd or Sarplaninac? Do Karst Shepherd dogs shed more than Sarplaninac dogs?	Karst Shepherd dogs shed moderately. See more.	Sarplaninac dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most

Karst Shepherd vs Sarplaninac Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Which is better with children: a Karst Shepherd or a Sarplaninac? Compare kid-friendliness.	Karst Shepherd dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Sarplaninac dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Karst Shepherd dogs are generally with other pets.	Sarplaninac dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Karst Shepherd or Sarplaninac? Which dog is more friendly?	Karst Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Sarplaninac dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Karst Shepherd or Sarplaninac?	Karst Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Sarplaninac dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Karst Shepherd or Sarplaninac? Can a Karst Shepherd and a Sarplaninac be friends? Do Karst Shepherd dogs get along with Sarplaninac dogs?	Karst Shepherd dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Sarplaninac dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: Karst Shepherd vs Sarplaninac?	Yes Karst Shepherd dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Sarplaninac dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Karst Shepherd is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Sarplaninac is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Karst Shepherds are usually recommended for elderly people.	Sarplaninacs are commonly okay with elderly people.

Karst Shepherd vs Sarplaninac As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Which makes a better service dog: a Karst Shepherd or a Sarplaninac? Compare service capabilities.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Work Suitability Which is better for therapy work: a Karst Shepherd or a Sarplaninac? Compare therapy capabilities.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
Therapy Dog Breeds
Scent Detection Ability Which is better at detection work: a Karst Shepherd or a Sarplaninac? Compare scenting abilities.	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 & Rescue Potential Which is better for search and rescue: a Karst Shepherd or a Sarplaninac? Compare SAR abilities.	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.
Maritime Work Ability Which is better on boats: a Karst Shepherd or a Sarplaninac? Compare maritime abilities.	Not really Karst Shepherd breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Sarplaninac breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Which is better at pulling: a Karst Shepherd or a Sarplaninac? Compare draft work capabilities.	Yes A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Yes A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Military Service Background Compare military history between Karst Shepherd and Sarplaninac. Which has stronger military background?	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.

Karst Shepherd vs Sarplaninac Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare litter sizes between Karst Shepherd and Sarplaninac. Which has larger litters?	3-6 puppies	3-5 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare pregnancy duration between Karst Shepherd and Sarplaninac breeds.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding frequencies between Karst Shepherd and Sarplaninac. Which needs longer recovery?	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.

Karst Shepherd vs Sarplaninac Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC classifications of Karst Shepherd and Sarplaninac. Which groups do they belong to?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Classification Compare FCI classifications of Karst Shepherd and Sarplaninac. Which groups are they in?	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type section.	Not recognized by FCI.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare kennel club recognition between Karst Shepherd and Sarplaninac. Which is more widely recognized?	Dog Registry of America Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Slovenian Kennel Club (SKC)	American Canine Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale American Canine Association, Inc. Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club United Kennel Club

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Francisco Andrade
Nov 17, 2022, 4:12:22 PM:
The both dogs are very similar.