White Shepherd vs Bavarian Mountain Hound

Compare the White Shepherd to the Bavarian Mountain Hound. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between White Shepherds and Bavarian Mountain Hounds.

White Shepherd vs Bavarian Mountain Hound
White Shepherd
Bavarian Mountain Hound
White Shepherd
Bavarian Mountain Hound
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General Details
White Shepherd
Bavarian Mountain Hound
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
10-12 Years
12-15 Years
Height
22-26 Inches
17-20½ Inches
Weight
77-85 Pounds
40-55 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
White Shepherd
Bavarian Mountain Hound
Origin Country
Germany
Germany
Origin Year
1882 AD
1350 AD
Temperament
White Shepherd
Bavarian Mountain Hound
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Below Average
Average
Stranger Friendly
Above Average
Average
Personality
White Shepherd
Bavarian Mountain Hound
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Separation Anxiety
Willing to Please
Needy
Willing to Please
Living Environment
White Shepherd
Bavarian Mountain Hound
Apartment
Yes
No
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
No
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
40-85 °F
30-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Average
Exercise Needs
White Shepherd
Bavarian Mountain Hound
Energy Level
High
High
Exercise Required
High
High to Very High
Top Running Speed
30 MPH
24 MPH
Strength
High
Medium to High
Grooming Needs
White Shepherd
Bavarian Mountain Hound
Coat Maintenance
Medium to High
Low
Shedding
High
Low to Medium
Dander
High
Low
Drool
Medium
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
White Shepherd
Bavarian Mountain Hound
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
Yes
Breed Focus
White Shepherd
Bavarian Mountain Hound
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
Yes
Yes
Breed Instincts
White Shepherd
Bavarian Mountain Hound
Aggression
Below Average
None
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Average
Chasing
Below Average
Average
Follow Commands
Above Average
None
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
Above Average
Average
Herding
Above Average
None
Hunting
Above Average
Above Average
Protection
Above Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
Below Average
Average
Sled Pulling
Below Average
None
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
White Shepherd
Bavarian Mountain Hound
Average Lifespan
10-12 Years
12-15 Years
Health Concerns
White Shepherd
Bavarian Mountain Hound
Common Health Issues
Bloat
Hip dysplasia
Allergies
Hip dysplasia
Epilepsy
Appearance Comparison
Coat
White Shepherd
Bavarian Mountain Hound
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Smooth
Coat Texture
Straight
Rough
Straight
Coat Length
Short to Medium
Short
Coat Coloring
White Shepherd
Bavarian Mountain Hound
Breed Colors
White
White
Brindle
Brindle
Red
Red
Tan
Tan
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