Anatolian Shepherd Dog vs Šarplaninac

Compare the Anatolian Shepherd Dog to the Šarplaninac. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Anatolian Shepherd Dogs and Šarplaninacs.

Anatolian Shepherd Dog vs Sarplaninac
Anatolian Shepherd Dog
Sarplaninac
Anatolian Shepherd Dog
Sarplaninac
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General Details
Anatolian Shepherd Dog
Sarplaninac
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
11-13 Years
11-14 Years
Height
26-30 Inches
22-28 Inches
Weight
80-150 Pounds
66-125 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Average
History
Anatolian Shepherd Dog
Sarplaninac
Origin Country
Turkey
Serbia
Origin Year
-4000 BC
-300 BC
Temperament
Anatolian Shepherd Dog
Sarplaninac
Overall Friendliness
Below Average
Below Average
Family Friendly
Average
Below Average
Child Friendly
Below Average
Below Average
Pet Friendly
Below Average
Below Average
Stranger Friendly
Below Average
None
Personality
Anatolian Shepherd Dog
Sarplaninac
Traits
Affectionate
Protective
Stubborn
Aggressive
Stubborn
Living Environment
Anatolian Shepherd Dog
Sarplaninac
Apartment
No
No
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
No
No
Medium Yard
Yes
No
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
30-70 °F
20-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Above Average
Exercise Needs
Anatolian Shepherd Dog
Sarplaninac
Energy Level
Medium
Low to Medium
Exercise Required
Medium
Low to Medium
Top Running Speed
22 MPH
26 MPH
Strength
Very High
Medium to High
Grooming Needs
Anatolian Shepherd Dog
Sarplaninac
Coat Maintenance
Low
Medium
Shedding
High
High
Dander
Low
High
Drool
Medium
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Anatolian Shepherd Dog
Sarplaninac
Dominant / Alpha
Yes
Yes
Family / Pack
No
No
Independent
No
Yes
Breed Focus
Anatolian Shepherd Dog
Sarplaninac
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
No
No
Breed Instincts
Anatolian Shepherd Dog
Sarplaninac
Aggression
Below Average
Average
Burrow / Digging
Average
Average
Chasing
Average
Below Average
Follow Commands
Average
Below Average
Fighting
Average
Above Average
Guarding
Above Average
Above Average
Herding
Above Average
Average
Hunting
Average
Below Average
Protection
Above Average
Above Average
Remove Vermin
Average
Average
Sled Pulling
Average
None
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Above Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Anatolian Shepherd Dog
Sarplaninac
Average Lifespan
11-13 Years
11-14 Years
Health Concerns
Anatolian Shepherd Dog
Sarplaninac
Common Health Issues
Entropion
Hip dysplasia
Hypothyroidism
Elbow dysplasia
Demodectic mange
Bloat
Hip dysplasia
Drug sensitivity
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Anatolian Shepherd Dog
Sarplaninac
Coat Type
Hair
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Smooth
Double
Coat Texture
Rough
Straight
Straight
Coat Length
Short
Medium to Long
Coat Coloring
Anatolian Shepherd Dog
Sarplaninac
Breed Colors
Biscuit
Biscuit
Blue Fawn
Blue Fawn
Brindle
Brindle
Fawn
Fawn
Fawn and White
Fawn and White
Gray Fawn
Gray Fawn
Liver
Liver
Red Fawn
Red Fawn
White
White
Black
Black
Fawn
Fawn
White
White
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