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Karst Shepherd vs Sarplaninac vs German Shepherd Comparison - Dog breed selector: Kraski ovcar or Illyrian Shepherd Dog or Alsatian wolf dog? Find the right dog for you

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Name Karst Shepherd Sarplaninac German Shepherd
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Group Guard Dogs Guard Dogs Pastoral / Herding Dogs
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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Karst Shepherd, Sarplaninac, and German Shepherd breeds.
Kraski ovcar
Karst Sheepdog
Istrian Sheepdog
Krasevec
Krazski Ovcar
Illyrian Shepherd Dog
Yugoslavian Shepherd Dog
Macedonian Shepherd
Alsatian wolf dog
Berger Allemand
Deutscher Schäferhund
Schäferhund
Alsatian
Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between Karst Shepherd, Sarplaninac, and German Shepherd? Compare their breeding categories.
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Karst Shepherd vs Sarplaninac vs German Shepherd Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Compare size differences between Karst Shepherd, Sarplaninac, and German Shepherd. Which breed is the largest?
Large Large Large
Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between Karst Shepherd, Sarplaninac, and German Shepherd? Compare adult weight ranges.
58-88 pounds (26-40 kg) Male: 55-80 pounds (25-36 kg), Female: 45-70 pounds (20-32 kg) Male: 66-88 pounds (30-40 kg), Female: 49-71 pounds (22-32 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) Male: 77 pounds (35 kg), Female: 60 pounds (27 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Karst Shepherd or Sarplaninac or German Shepherd? Karst Shepherd vs Sarplaninac vs German Shepherd height comparison:
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) Male: 24-26 inches (60-65 cm), Female: 22-24 inches (55-60 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) Male: 25 inches (62.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (57.5 cm)

Karst Shepherd vs Sarplaninac vs German Shepherd Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range
Compare puppy costs for Karst Shepherd, Sarplaninac, and German Shepherd. Find price differences between these breeds.
$800-$1000 $900-$1000 $800-$2000
Availability
Which is easier to get, Karst Shepherd or Sarplaninac or German 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 German Shepherd is quite easy to get.

Karst Shepherd vs Sarplaninac vs German Shepherd Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between Karst Shepherd, Sarplaninac, and German Shepherd. Which breed ranks highest?
Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Outstanding: German Shepherd is one of the brightest dog breeds.
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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between Karst Shepherd, Sarplaninac, and German Shepherd. Which is easiest to train?
Karst Shepherd dogs are quite easy to train.
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Sarplaninac dogs are quite easy to train.
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German Shepherd dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of Karst Shepherd, Sarplaninac, and German Shepherd. Which breed is most alert?
Karst Shepherd dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Sarplaninac dogs are good watchdogs.
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German Shepherd dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between Karst Shepherd, Sarplaninac, and German Shepherd. Which breed is most protective?
Karst Shepherd dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Sarplaninac dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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German Shepherd dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Karst Shepherd vs Sarplaninac vs German Shepherd Personality and Temperament Comparison

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

Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of Karst Shepherd, Sarplaninac, and German Shepherd. Which breed is most vocal?
Low to Average: The Karst Shepherd rarely barks.
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Low to Average: The Sarplaninac rarely barks.
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Low to Average: The German Shepherd rarely barks.
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between Karst Shepherd, Sarplaninac, and German Shepherd. Which breed is most playful?
Average: Karst Shepherds, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Sarplaninacs are not the most playful dog breed.
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Average: German Shepherds, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of Karst Shepherd, Sarplaninac, and German Shepherd. Which adapts best to small spaces?
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Karst Shepherd breed.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Sarplaninac 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 German Shepherd indoors.

Karst Shepherd vs Sarplaninac vs German Shepherd Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between Karst Shepherd, Sarplaninac, and German Shepherd. Which breed is most flexible?
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.
German Shepherd dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: Karst Shepherd or Sarplaninac or German Shepherd?
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.
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Karst Shepherd vs Sarplaninac vs German Shepherd Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between Karst Shepherd, Sarplaninac, and German Shepherd. Which has lowest bite risk?

Low 🔽

The Karst Shepherd has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Sarplaninac has a low chance of biting somebody.

High 🔼

The German Shepherd has a high chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between Karst Shepherd, Sarplaninac, and German Shepherd. Which uses mouth most during play?
Karst Shepherd dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Sarplaninac dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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German Shepherd dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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Bite Strength Rating
Compare bite forces between Karst Shepherd, Sarplaninac, and German Shepherd. Which has the strongest bite?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Karst Shepherd bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Sarplaninac bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

German Shepherd bite force: Ordinary.

Karst Shepherd vs Sarplaninac vs German Shepherd Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of Karst Shepherd, Sarplaninac, and German Shepherd. Which breed lives longest?
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Karst Shepherd: 11 years
11-13 years
The average lifespan of Sarplaninac: 12 years
9-13 years
The average lifespan of German Shepherd: 11 years
Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between Karst Shepherd, Sarplaninac, and German Shepherd. Which handles climate changes best?
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 cold weather
The Sarplaninac can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog.
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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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Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in Karst Shepherd, Sarplaninac, and German Shepherd. Which has fewer health issues?
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.
German Shepherds are commonly healthy dogs.
Vet Care Frequency
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
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).
Rare
The German Shepherd should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Karst Shepherd vs Sarplaninac vs German Shepherd? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Karst Shepherd vs Sarplaninac vs German Shepherd health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Elbow Dysplasia
Hip Dysplasia
Bloat
Drug Sensitivity
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Cancer
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Von Willebrand's Disease
Bloat
Epilepsy
Blindness
Cherry Eye
Elbow Dysplasia
Diabetes
Heart Disease
Retinal Dysplasia
Demodectic Mange
Degenerative Myelopathy
Wobbler's Syndrome
Panosteitis
Hemophilia B
Megaesophagus
Cushing's Syndrome
Lens Luxation
Exocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency
Chronic Diarrhea
Cruciate Ligament Rupture
Digestive Problems
Hemophilia A
Hypertrophic Osteodystrophy
Lupus
Myasthenia Gravis
Nail Bed Disease
Osteochondrosis
Pannus
Paralysis
Perianal Fistula
Seborrhea
Vitiligo

Karst Shepherd vs Sarplaninac vs German Shepherd Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating
Compare energy levels between Karst Shepherd, Sarplaninac, and German Shepherd. Which breed is most active?
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.
German Shepherd dogs are high-energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Karst Shepherd vs Sarplaninac vs German Shepherd exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Karst Shepherd or Sarplaninac or German Shepherd? 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.
German Shepherd dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Karst Shepherd or Sarplaninac or German Shepherd?
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.
German Shepherd dogs don't need too much sleep.

Karst Shepherd vs Sarplaninac vs German Shepherd Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between Karst Shepherd, Sarplaninac, and German Shepherd. Which is most prone to obesity?
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 Sarplaninac's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Low to Average: The German Shepherd has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between Karst Shepherd, Sarplaninac, and German Shepherd. Which needs most food?
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. 3 to 4 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.

Karst Shepherd vs Sarplaninac vs German Shepherd Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Karst Shepherd, Sarplaninac, and German Shepherd. Which is best for allergy sufferers?
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between Karst Shepherd, Sarplaninac, and German Shepherd. What colors are available?
Grey Black
Gray
White
Fawn
Sable
Black
Tan
Red
Silver
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between Karst Shepherd, Sarplaninac, and German Shepherd. Which requires most maintenance?
Average: The Karst Shepherd requires average grooming effort.
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Easy to groom: The Sarplaninac doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Average: The German Shepherd requires average grooming effort.
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Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between Karst Shepherd, Sarplaninac, and German Shepherd. Which drools least?
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 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.
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The German Shepherd is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between Karst Shepherd, Sarplaninac, and German Shepherd. Which has least natural smell?

Medium

The Karst Shepherd has an average chance of bad smell.

Low 🔽

The Sarplaninac has a low chance of bad smell.

Medium

The German Shepherd has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between Karst Shepherd, Sarplaninac, and German Shepherd. How do their fur characteristics differ?
Dense
Thick
Double
Fluffy
Waterproof
Fuzzy
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between Karst Shepherd, Sarplaninac, and German Shepherd. Which requires most frequent baths?
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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8-12 weeks
Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Karst Shepherd or Sarplaninac or German Shepherd? Karst Shepherd or Sarplaninac or {name3 shedding:
Karst Shepherd dogs shed moderately.
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Sarplaninac dogs shed moderately.
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German Shepherd dogs are heavy shedders.
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Karst Shepherd vs Sarplaninac vs German Shepherd Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility
Compare child-friendliness between Karst Shepherd, Sarplaninac, and German Shepherd. Which is best with kids?
Karst Shepherd dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Sarplaninac dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.
German Shepherd dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
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.
German Shepherd dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Karst Shepherd or Sarplaninac or German Shepherd? Which dog is more friendly?
Karst Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Sarplaninac dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
German Shepherd dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Karst Shepherd or Sarplaninac or German Shepherd?
Karst Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Sarplaninac dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
German Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Karst Shepherd or Sarplaninac or German Shepherd?
Karst Shepherd dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Sarplaninac dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
German Shepherd dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Karst Shepherd vs Sarplaninac vs German Shepherd?
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.
Yes
German Shepherd 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.
No
German Shepherd 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.
German Shepherds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Karst Shepherd vs Sarplaninac vs German Shepherd As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between Karst Shepherd, Sarplaninac, and German Shepherd. Which is best suited for service work?

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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Yes

This breed makes good as a service dog.
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Therapy Work Suitability
Compare therapy dog potential between Karst Shepherd, Sarplaninac, and German Shepherd. Which excels in therapy work?

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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Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between Karst Shepherd, Sarplaninac, and German Shepherd. Which has best nose work ability?

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.

Yes

After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.
Search & Rescue Potential
Compare search and rescue potential between Karst Shepherd, Sarplaninac, and German Shepherd. Which is best for SAR work?

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.

Yes

This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.
Maritime Work Ability
Compare boating aptitude between Karst Shepherd, Sarplaninac, and German Shepherd. Which is best suited for water work?

Not really

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

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

German Shepherd breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between Karst Shepherd, Sarplaninac, and German Shepherd. Which is best for draft work?

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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Military Service Background
Compare military service history of Karst Shepherd, Sarplaninac, and German Shepherd. Which has most military use?

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.

Yes

In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

Karst Shepherd vs Sarplaninac vs German Shepherd Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of Karst Shepherd, Sarplaninac, and German Shepherd. Which has most puppies?
3-6 puppies 3-5 puppies 6-10 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of Karst Shepherd, Sarplaninac, and German Shepherd. Any breeding differences?
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Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between Karst Shepherd, Sarplaninac, and German Shepherd. What's recommended?

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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Karst Shepherd vs Sarplaninac vs German Shepherd Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for Karst Shepherd, Sarplaninac, and German Shepherd. How are they classified?
Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1908 as a Herding breed.
FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for Karst Shepherd, Sarplaninac, and German Shepherd. How are they classified internationally?
Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type section. Not recognized by FCI. Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section.
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of Karst Shepherd, Sarplaninac, and German Shepherd. Which has most recognition?
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
American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
German Shepherd Dog Club Of America

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