Central Asian Shepherd Dog vs Šarplaninac

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

Central Asian Shepherd Dog vs Sarplaninac
Central Asian Shepherd Dog
Sarplaninac
Central Asian Shepherd Dog
Sarplaninac
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General Details
Central Asian Shepherd Dog
Sarplaninac
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
12-15 Years
11-14 Years
Height
24-31 Inches
22-28 Inches
Weight
90-170 Pounds
66-125 Pounds
Intelligence
Average
Average
History
Central Asian Shepherd Dog
Sarplaninac
Origin Country
Russia
Serbia
Origin Year
-2000 BC
-300 BC
Temperament
Central Asian Shepherd Dog
Sarplaninac
Overall Friendliness
Below Average
Below Average
Family Friendly
None
Below Average
Child Friendly
Below Average
Below Average
Pet Friendly
Below Average
Below Average
Stranger Friendly
None
None
Personality
Central Asian Shepherd Dog
Sarplaninac
Traits
Affectionate
Aggressive
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Aggressive
Stubborn
Living Environment
Central Asian Shepherd Dog
Sarplaninac
Apartment
No
No
Indoor
No
Yes
Small Yard
No
No
Medium Yard
Yes
No
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
20-70 °F
20-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Above Average
Exercise Needs
Central Asian Shepherd Dog
Sarplaninac
Energy Level
Medium to High
Low to Medium
Exercise Required
High
Low to Medium
Top Running Speed
24 MPH
26 MPH
Strength
Very High
Medium to High
Grooming Needs
Central Asian Shepherd Dog
Sarplaninac
Coat Maintenance
Medium
Medium
Shedding
High
High
Dander
Low
High
Drool
Medium
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Central Asian Shepherd Dog
Sarplaninac
Dominant / Alpha
No
Yes
Family / Pack
No
No
Independent
Yes
Yes
Breed Focus
Central Asian Shepherd Dog
Sarplaninac
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
No
No
Breed Instincts
Central Asian Shepherd Dog
Sarplaninac
Aggression
Average
Average
Burrow / Digging
Average
Average
Chasing
Average
Below Average
Follow Commands
Average
Below Average
Fighting
Above Average
Above Average
Guarding
Above Average
Above Average
Herding
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
Central Asian Shepherd Dog
Sarplaninac
Average Lifespan
12-15 Years
11-14 Years
Health Concerns
Central Asian Shepherd Dog
Sarplaninac
Common Health Issues
Hip dysplasia
Elbow dysplasia
Bloat
Hip dysplasia
Drug sensitivity
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Central Asian Shepherd Dog
Sarplaninac
Coat Type
Fur or Hair
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Double
Coat Texture
Rough
Straight
Wavy
Straight
Coat Length
Short to Medium
Medium to Long
Coat Coloring
Central Asian Shepherd Dog
Sarplaninac
Breed Colors
Spotted
Spotted
Black
Black
Fawn
Fawn
White
White
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