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Saarloos Wolfdog vs Akita Shepherd vs Carolina Dog Comparison - Dog breed selector: Saarloos Wolfhound or Shepkita or Dixie Dingo? Find the right dog for you

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Name Saarloos Wolfdog Akita Shepherd Carolina Dog
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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Saarloos Wolfdog, Akita Shepherd, and Carolina Dog breeds.
Saarloos Wolfhound Shepkita Dixie Dingo
Indian Dog
North American Native Dog
Yaller
Yeller Dog
Yellow Dog
American Dingo
Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between Saarloos Wolfdog, Akita Shepherd, and Carolina Dog? Compare their breeding categories.
Cross Breed Cross Breed Purebred

Saarloos Wolfdog vs Akita Shepherd vs Carolina Dog Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Compare size differences between Saarloos Wolfdog, Akita Shepherd, and Carolina Dog. Which breed is the largest?
Large Large Medium
Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between Saarloos Wolfdog, Akita Shepherd, and Carolina Dog? Compare adult weight ranges.
79-90 pounds (36-41 kg) Male: 75-120 pounds (34-54 kg), Female: 75-110 pounds (34-50 kg) 30-44 pounds (15-20 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
84.5 pounds (38.5 kg) Male: 97.5 pounds (44 kg), Female: 92.5 pounds (42 kg) 37 pounds (17.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Saarloos Wolfdog or Akita Shepherd or Carolina Dog? Saarloos Wolfdog vs Akita Shepherd vs Carolina Dog height comparison:
24-29.5 inches (60-75 cm) Male: 26-28 inches (66-71 cm), Female: 24-26 inches (61-66 cm) 17-24 inches (45-61 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
24-29.5 inches (67.5 cm) Male: 27 inches (68.5 cm), Female: 25 inches (63.5 cm) 20.5 inches (53 cm)

Saarloos Wolfdog vs Akita Shepherd vs Carolina Dog Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range
Compare puppy costs for Saarloos Wolfdog, Akita Shepherd, and Carolina Dog. Find price differences between these breeds.
$800-$1000 $800-$1200 $800-$1000
Availability
Which is easier to get, Saarloos Wolfdog or Akita Shepherd or Carolina Dog?
Average: The Saarloos Wolfdog is a commonly available dog breed.
Average: The Akita Shepherd is a commonly available dog breed.
Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.

Saarloos Wolfdog vs Akita Shepherd vs Carolina Dog Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between Saarloos Wolfdog, Akita Shepherd, and Carolina Dog. Which breed ranks highest?
Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Smart: The Akita Shepherd dogs have great intelligence.
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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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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between Saarloos Wolfdog, Akita Shepherd, and Carolina Dog. Which is easiest to train?
Saarloos Wolfdog dogs are quite easy to train.
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Akita Shepherd dogs are easy to train.
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Carolina Dog dogs are quite easy to train.
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Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of Saarloos Wolfdog, Akita Shepherd, and Carolina Dog. Which breed is most alert?
Saarloos Wolfdog dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Akita Shepherd dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Carolina Dog dogs are average watchdogs.
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Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between Saarloos Wolfdog, Akita Shepherd, and Carolina Dog. Which breed is most protective?
Saarloos Wolfdog dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Akita Shepherd dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Carolina Dog dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Saarloos Wolfdog vs Akita Shepherd vs Carolina Dog Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between Saarloos Wolfdog, Akita Shepherd, and Carolina Dog? Compare temperaments.
Independent
Energetic
Reliable
Devoted
Lively
Proud
Curious
Dignified
Independent
Protective
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Responsive
Docile
Obedient
Loyal
Watchful
Faithful
Vigilant
Willing
Loyal
Gentle
Adaptable
Reserved
Primitive
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
Sensitive: Saarloos Wolfdog dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Sensitive: Akita Shepherd dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Saarloos Wolfdog vs Akita Shepherd vs Carolina Dog?
High: Saarloos Wolfdog dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Akita Shepherd dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Average: Carolina Dog dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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Social Needs
Saarloos Wolfdog vs Akita Shepherd vs Carolina Dog social needs comparison:
Saarloos Wolfdog dogs are kinda antisocial.
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Akita Shepherd dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Carolina Dog dogs are a social breed.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
The wanderlust potential of the Saarloos Wolfdog is strong enough to escape from home.
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Akita Shepherd dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Carolina Dog dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Saarloos Wolfdog dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Akita Shepherd dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Carolina Dog 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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Saarloos Wolfdog vs Akita Shepherd vs Carolina Dog Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of Saarloos Wolfdog, Akita Shepherd, and Carolina Dog. Which breed is most vocal?
Average: The Saarloos Wolfdog barks occasionally.
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Low to Average: The Akita Shepherd rarely barks.
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Low to Average: The Carolina Dog rarely barks.
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between Saarloos Wolfdog, Akita Shepherd, and Carolina Dog. Which breed is most playful?
Average: Saarloos Wolfdogs, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Average: Akita Shepherds, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Carolina Dogs are not the most playful dog breed.
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Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of Saarloos Wolfdog, Akita Shepherd, and Carolina Dog. Which adapts best to small spaces?
It is not recommended to keep the Saarloos Wolfdog breed in the home.
Apartment-friendly dog the Akita Shepherd breed.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Carolina Dog breed.

Saarloos Wolfdog vs Akita Shepherd vs Carolina Dog Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between Saarloos Wolfdog, Akita Shepherd, and Carolina Dog. Which breed is most flexible?
Average: Saarloos Wolfdog dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Akita Shepherd dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Average: Carolina Dog dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: Saarloos Wolfdog or Akita Shepherd or Carolina Dog?
Saarloos Wolfdog dogs handle alone time quite well.
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.
Carolina Dog 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.

Saarloos Wolfdog vs Akita Shepherd vs Carolina Dog Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between Saarloos Wolfdog, Akita Shepherd, and Carolina Dog. Which has lowest bite risk?

Low 🔽

The Saarloos Wolfdog has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Akita Shepherd has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Carolina Dog has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between Saarloos Wolfdog, Akita Shepherd, and Carolina Dog. Which uses mouth most during play?
Saarloos Wolfdog dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Akita Shepherd dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Carolina Dog dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Bite Strength Rating
Compare bite forces between Saarloos Wolfdog, Akita Shepherd, and Carolina Dog. Which has the strongest bite?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Saarloos Wolfdog bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Akita Shepherd bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Carolina Dog bite force: Ordinary.

Saarloos Wolfdog vs Akita Shepherd vs Carolina Dog Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of Saarloos Wolfdog, Akita Shepherd, and Carolina Dog. Which breed lives longest?
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Saarloos Wolfdog: 11 years
10-14 years
The average lifespan of Akita Shepherd: 12 years
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Carolina Dog: 13 years
Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between Saarloos Wolfdog, Akita Shepherd, and Carolina Dog. Which handles climate changes best?
Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Saarloos Wolfdog can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Prefers cold weather
The Akita Shepherd 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 Saarloos Wolfdog, Akita Shepherd, and Carolina Dog. Which has fewer health issues?
Saarloos Wolfdogs tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Akita Shepherds are commonly healthy dogs.
Carolina Dogs tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Vet Care Frequency
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Frequent
The Saarloos Wolfdog should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Rare
The Akita Shepherd should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Frequent
The Carolina Dog should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Saarloos Wolfdog vs Akita Shepherd vs Carolina Dog? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Saarloos Wolfdog vs Akita Shepherd vs Carolina Dog health problems comparison:
No data available Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Cancer
Hypothyroidism
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Von Willebrand's Disease
Bloat
Epilepsy
Sebaceous Adenitis
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
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Saarloos Wolfdog vs Akita Shepherd vs Carolina Dog Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating
Compare energy levels between Saarloos Wolfdog, Akita Shepherd, and Carolina Dog. Which breed is most active?
Saarloos Wolfdog dogs are high-energy dogs.
Akita Shepherd dogs are high-energy dogs.
Carolina Dog dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Saarloos Wolfdog vs Akita Shepherd vs Carolina Dog exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Saarloos Wolfdog or Akita Shepherd or Carolina Dog? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Saarloos Wolfdog dogs need a lot of exercises.
Akita Shepherd dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Carolina Dog dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Saarloos Wolfdog or Akita Shepherd or Carolina Dog?
Saarloos Wolfdog dogs don't need too much sleep.
Akita Shepherd dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Carolina Dog dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.

Saarloos Wolfdog vs Akita Shepherd vs Carolina Dog Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between Saarloos Wolfdog, Akita Shepherd, and Carolina Dog. Which is most prone to obesity?
Average: The Saarloos Wolfdog has an average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Akita Shepherd has an average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Carolina Dog has an average risk for obesity.
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between Saarloos Wolfdog, Akita Shepherd, and Carolina Dog. Which needs most food?
3 to 4.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. Recommended daily amount: 3 to 5 cups of high-quality dry food a day. 2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.

Saarloos Wolfdog vs Akita Shepherd vs Carolina Dog Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Saarloos Wolfdog, Akita Shepherd, and Carolina Dog. Which is best for allergy sufferers?
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between Saarloos Wolfdog, Akita Shepherd, and Carolina Dog. What colors are available?
Black
Tan
Blue
White
Silver
Black
Tan
Red
White
Silver
Brown
Fawn
Tan
Red
Sable
Yellow
Orange
Beige
Ginger
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between Saarloos Wolfdog, Akita Shepherd, and Carolina Dog. Which requires most maintenance?
Easy to groom: The Saarloos Wolfdog doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Average: The Akita Shepherd requires average grooming effort.
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Easy to groom: The Carolina Dog doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between Saarloos Wolfdog, Akita Shepherd, and Carolina Dog. Which drools least?
The Saarloos Wolfdog is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency.
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The Akita Shepherd is an average drooler.
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The Carolina Dog is an average drooler.
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Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between Saarloos Wolfdog, Akita Shepherd, and Carolina Dog. Which has least natural smell?

Medium

The Saarloos Wolfdog has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Akita Shepherd has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Carolina Dog has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between Saarloos Wolfdog, Akita Shepherd, and Carolina Dog. How do their fur characteristics differ?
Dense Fluffy
Dense
Fuzzy
Waterproof
Straight
Dense
Thick
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between Saarloos Wolfdog, Akita Shepherd, and Carolina Dog. Which requires most frequent baths?
4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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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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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Saarloos Wolfdog or Akita Shepherd or Carolina Dog? Saarloos Wolfdog or Akita Shepherd or {name3 shedding:
Saarloos Wolfdog dogs shed moderately.
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Akita Shepherd dogs are heavy shedders.
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Carolina Dog dogs shed moderately.
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Saarloos Wolfdog vs Akita Shepherd vs Carolina Dog Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility
Compare child-friendliness between Saarloos Wolfdog, Akita Shepherd, and Carolina Dog. Which is best with kids?
Saarloos Wolfdog dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.
Akita Shepherd dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Carolina Dog dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.
Pet Compatibility
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Saarloos Wolfdog dogs are generally with other pets.
Akita Shepherd dogs are generally with other pets.
Carolina Dog dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Saarloos Wolfdog or Akita Shepherd or Carolina Dog? Which dog is more friendly?
Saarloos Wolfdog dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Akita Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Carolina Dog dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Saarloos Wolfdog or Akita Shepherd or Carolina Dog?
Saarloos Wolfdog dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Akita Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Carolina Dog dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Saarloos Wolfdog or Akita Shepherd or Carolina Dog?
Saarloos Wolfdog dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Akita Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Carolina Dog dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Saarloos Wolfdog vs Akita Shepherd vs Carolina Dog?
Yes
Saarloos Wolfdog dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Akita Shepherd dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Carolina Dog dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
Saarloos Wolfdog is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Akita Shepherd is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Carolina Dog is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
Saarloos Wolfdogs are commonly okay with elderly people.
Akita Shepherds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Carolina Dogs are commonly okay with elderly people.

Saarloos Wolfdog vs Akita Shepherd vs Carolina Dog As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between Saarloos Wolfdog, Akita Shepherd, and Carolina Dog. Which is best suited for service work?

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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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Therapy Work Suitability
Compare therapy dog potential between Saarloos Wolfdog, Akita Shepherd, and Carolina Dog. Which excels in therapy work?

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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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between Saarloos Wolfdog, Akita Shepherd, and Carolina Dog. Which has best nose work ability?

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.

Not really

They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search & Rescue Potential
Compare search and rescue potential between Saarloos Wolfdog, Akita Shepherd, and Carolina Dog. Which is best for SAR work?

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.

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Maritime Work Ability
Compare boating aptitude between Saarloos Wolfdog, Akita Shepherd, and Carolina Dog. Which is best suited for water work?

Not really

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

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

Carolina Dog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between Saarloos Wolfdog, Akita Shepherd, and Carolina Dog. Which is best for draft work?

Not really

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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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 Saarloos Wolfdog, Akita Shepherd, and Carolina Dog. 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.

Not really

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

Saarloos Wolfdog vs Akita Shepherd vs Carolina Dog Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of Saarloos Wolfdog, Akita Shepherd, and Carolina Dog. Which has most puppies?
4-6 puppies 3-12 puppies 3-6 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of Saarloos Wolfdog, Akita Shepherd, and Carolina Dog. Any breeding differences?
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Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between Saarloos Wolfdog, Akita Shepherd, and Carolina Dog. 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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Saarloos Wolfdog vs Akita Shepherd vs Carolina Dog Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for Saarloos Wolfdog, Akita Shepherd, and Carolina Dog. How are they classified?
Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for Saarloos Wolfdog, Akita Shepherd, and Carolina Dog. How are they classified internationally?
Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section. Not recognized by FCI. Not recognized by FCI.
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of Saarloos Wolfdog, Akita Shepherd, and Carolina Dog. Which has most recognition?
No data available Dog Registry of America Inc.
International Designer Canine Registry
American Canine Registry
America's Pet Registry
Dog Registry of America Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
American Rare Breed Association

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