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.

Pom-Cotons are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

German Shepherd Dog

Pomeranian, Coton de Tulear

1900s

Unknown

Brown

Brown

Black
Brown

Black

Cream
White

Black
Brown
Red
Cream
Fawn
Sable
Brindle
White
Blue

White Shepherds have medium-length coats.

Pom-Cotons have longer coats compared to most dogs.

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 Pom-Coton can have a litter of 4-6 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

Pateller Luxation
Patent Ductus Arteriosus (PDA)
Cerebellar Abiotrophy (Ataxia)

Allergies
Megaesophagus
Eye Problems

Mono/Bilateral Cryptorchidism
Hydrocephalus
Tracheal Collapse
Sick Sinus Syndrome

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

Complete Blood Count
Internal Imaging (x-ray, CT scan, MRI, etc.)
Blood And Urine Analysis
Full Body Physical Examination
Eye Examinations (both internal as well as external)
X-rays of various parts of the skeletal system

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

Pom-Cotons 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.

Pom-Cotons 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.

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

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 Pom-Coton, it's at least 5 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 Pom-Cotons usually need at least 45 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.

Pom-Cotons require significant grooming, including regular trims and professional grooming assistance to maintain their coat. They may also require frequent bathing to keep their coat and skin healthy.

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, Pom-Coton 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 3-15 pound (1 - 7 kg) Pom-Coton feed 1 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 Pom-Coton is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 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 Pom-Coton is between $35 - $42. This makes an average of $420 - $504 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.

Pom-Coton is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

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

Pom-Cotons are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

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.

Pom-Cotons are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.