Carolina Dogs are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

Choose a White Shepherd if you want a top-notch watchdog. This breed takes guarding seriously, and may not require much training, though obedience or guard dog training can improve their skills.

Pariah Dog, Native American Dog

German Shepherd Dog

1200s

1900s

Brown

Brown

Black
Brown

Black
Brown

Black
Cream
Red
Sable
Fawn

Cream
White

Carolina Dogs have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

White Shepherds have medium-length coats.

Usually A Very Healthy Breed

Hip And Elbow Dysplasia
Osteochondritis Dissecans
Cobalamin Malabsorption
Gastric Dilation Volvulus (GDV) or Bloat

Hip And Elbow Dysplasia

Allergies
Megaesophagus
Eye Problems

OFA on hips and elbows
Complete Physical Examination

CERF
Blood And Urine Analysis
Yearly Physical Examination
OFA on hips and elbows

Carolina Dogs' high energy levels make them unsuitable for a low-key dog, choose accordingly.

White Shepherds thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

Carolina Dogs require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

White Shepherds need high physical activity and are ideal for active individuals, but not suitable for sedentary lifestyles or small apartments.

Carolina Dog dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

White Shepherds bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

Walk, Walking, Running, Sniffing, Fetch, Hike, Swim, Chase, Dog Parks, Outdoorsy stuff, Play, Walks, Play ball, Playdate, Hiking, Swimming, Cuddles, Taking naps, Football, Tug-of-war, Cuddle, Hide & Seek, Belly rubs, Tricks, Car rides, Boat ride, Park

Socializing, Flyball, Walk, Walking, Coddle, Fetch, Play, Walks, Dog Parks, Hike, Running, Relaxing

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Carolina Dog, it's at least 10 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For White Shepherd, it's at least 8 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Carolina Dogs usually need at least 60 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most White Shepherds usually need at least 30 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

The Carolina Dog has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

White Shepherds have high grooming needs, requiring regular trims and professional grooming assistance to keep their coat healthy.

Slicker Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Comb
Deshedder

For an average 33-44 pound (15 - 20 kg) Carolina Dog feed 2.4 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 77-88 pound (35 - 40 kg) White Shepherd feed 3 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a Carolina Dog is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average cost of a White Shepherd is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Carolina Dog is between $48 - $63. This makes an average of $576 - $756 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of a White Shepherd is between $55 - $73. This makes an average of $660 - $876 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

Carolina Dogs are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

White Shepherd is highly intelligent and very trainable.

Carolina Dogs are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

White Shepherds are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

Carolina Dogs are not known for being a highly playful breed.

White Shepherds are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

Carolina Dogs are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.

The White Shepherd is highly intelligent and eager to please, making it a great choice for both novice and experienced dog owners due to its easy trainability.