American White Shepherd
Breed Information |
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Popularity |
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Name | American White Shepherd |
Other names | White Swiss Shepherd, White Canadian Shepherd, White German Shepherd, WS, WGSD |
Origin |
United States Germany |
Breed Group | Herding |
Size | Large |
Type | Purebred |
Life span | 12-14 years |
Temperament |
Alert Aloof Companionable Eager Fearless Self-confidence |
Height |
Male: 24-26 inches (60–65 cm) Female: 22-24 inches (55–60 cm) |
Weight | 77-85 pounds (35–40 kg) |
Colors | White |
Litter Size | 8-12 puppies |
Puppy Prices |
Average $1000 - $1500 USD The cost of German Shepherd puppy is, on average, between $1,000 and $1,500. Generally, you can expect to pay towards the higher end of the scale for White German Shepherd puppies as they are rarer. These uniquely colored pups cost upwards of $1000. This is relatively cheap for a purebred dog, however, this is down to this specific bloodline being relatively new. |
Breed Characteristics |
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Adaptability |
3 stars |
Apartment Friendly |
3 stars White Shepherds will do okay in an apartment if sufficiently exercised. They are relatively inactive indoors and do best with at least a large yard. |
Barking Tendencies |
2 stars Occassional |
Cat Friendly |
3 stars |
Child Friendly |
4 stars Good with Kids: This is a suitable breed for kids and is known to be playful, energetic, and affectionate around them. |
Dog Friendly |
3 stars |
Exercise Needs |
3 stars White Shepherds love strenuous activity, preferably combined with training of some kind, for these dogs are very intelligent and crave a good challenge. |
Grooming |
3 stars This breed sheds bits of hair constantly and is a seasonally heavy shedder. They should be brushed daily or you will have hair all over your home. Bathe only when necessary; over bathing can cause skin irritation from oil depletion. Check ears and trim claws regularly. |
Health Issues |
2 stars Hypoallergenic: Unknown |
Intelligence |
3 stars Ranking: (N/A) Full Ranking List |
Playfulness |
4 stars |
Shedding Level |
3 stars Moderate Shedding: Routine brushing will help. Be prepared to vacuum often! |
Stranger Friendly |
2 stars |
Trainability |
4 stars Easy Training: The White Shepherd can compete in dog agility trials, obedience, Rally obedience, Schutzhund, showmanship, flyball, tracking, and herding events. Herding instincts and trainability can be measured at noncompetitive herding tests. White Shepherds that exhibit basic herding instincts can be trained to compete in herding trials. |
Watchdog Ability |
4 stars |
American White Shepherd Names |
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Rank | Boy Names | Girl Names |
01 | Buddy | Molly |
02 | Charlie | Bella |
03 | Toby | Coco |
04 | Jack | Luna |
05 | Oliver | Nala |
06 | Tucker | Ellie |
07 | Riley | Zoey |
08 | Oscar | Mia |
09 | Leo | Zoe |
10 | Bailey | Lulu |
100 Cute Puppy Names › |
Overview |
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The White Shepherd is a medium-sized, well-balanced, muscular dog, slightly longer than tall, with a medium length, pure white coat, erect ears, and a low-set natural tail that normally reaches to the hock and is carried in a slight curve like a saber. The outline of the White Shepherd is made up of smooth curves rather than angles. Gender differences are readily apparent. The White Shepherd should be evaluated as an all-around working dog, and exaggerations or faults should be penalized in proportion to how much they deviate from breed type; and how much they interfere with the dog’s ability to work. Working dogs are not to be penalized under any conditions for scars or blemishes that are due to occupational injuries. The White Shepherd has a distinct personality marked by self-confidence. The breed is poised, but when the situation demands, they are eager, alert and ready to serve in any capacity. White Shepherds demonstrate both herding and protective instincts. With those he/she knows, the White Shepherd is open and friendly. With strangers, she/he is observant and may be somewhat aloof but not apprehensive. They enjoy running, playing fetch or any activity with their human family. This is a joyful, active, intelligent and easy to train working dog with the ability to adapt and integrate to all kinds of social events and situations. Timidity in a mature dog or aggressive behavior is not typical of this breed. White Shepherds are very loyal and tend to be especially protective of the young of various species. With their playful and curious personalities, they make wonderful companions although some do have the tendency toward being quite vocal by exhibiting whining, grunting, moaning and sometimes howling. |
History |
The American White Shepherd is a direct descendant of the German Shepherd Dog. In the first half of the twentieth century, German cavalry officer Max von Stephanitz, created the German Shepherd Dog using a variety of German sheepdogs as his foundation stock. Initially, color was not considered as long as the dog demonstrated working ability. During the late 30s, however, the white color fell into disfavor. There were, however, always breeders who appreciated the beauty of the white dogs and who continued to breed them. Because of their exclusion from most German Shepherd Dog breeding programs, the whites rather quickly evolved into a distinct type, and eventually into a separate breed. The White Shepherd was recognized by the United Kennel Club on April 14, 1999. |
References
- [1] ^ YouTube: All You Need To Know About The White German Shepherd
- [2] ^ Your Purebred Puppy: White Shepherds: What's Good About 'Em, What's Bad About 'Em