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.

Maremma Sheepdogs make excellent watchdogs - they're vocal and protective of their territory.

German Shepherd Dog

Mastiff, Native Mountain Dogs

1900s

Unknown

Brown

Brown
Amber

Black
Brown

Black

Cream
White

White

White Shepherds have medium-length coats.

Maremma Sheepdogs have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Straight

Wavy

A White Shepherd can have a litter of 12-14 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

A Maremma Sheepdog can have a litter of 11-13 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

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

Hip And Elbow Dysplasia

Allergies
Megaesophagus
Eye Problems

Bloat

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

X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination

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

Maremma Sheepdogs are suitable for those with a balanced lifestyle as they have an average energy level.

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

Maremma Sheepdogs need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

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

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

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

Petting, Kiss, Brushing, Walk, Play, Run, Swim, Play ball

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.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Maremma Sheepdog, it's at least 16 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

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.

In general most Maremma Sheepdogs 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.

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

The Maremma Sheepdog requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

White Shepherd should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Ideally, Maremma Sheepdog should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Slicker Brush
Comb
Deshedder

Pin Brush
Dematter
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

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.

For an average 75-100 pound (34 - 45 kg) Maremma Sheepdog feed 4.5 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 White Shepherd is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

The average cost of a Maremma Sheepdog is somewhere $3.50 - $4.90 per day.

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.

The average per month expenses of a Maremma Sheepdog is between $112 - $154. This makes an average of $1344 - $1848 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.

White Shepherd is highly intelligent and very trainable.

Maremma Sheepdog has below average obedience intelligence, but they excel in understanding human emotions.

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

Maremma Sheepdogs are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

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

Maremma Sheepdogs have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

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.

Maremma Sheepdogs are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.