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American White Shepherd
Intelligent, devoted, alert, sensitive
Popularity
604
White-coated line of German Shepherd; loyal, highly trainable, and excels as an active companion.
Lifespan
12–14 years
Coat
weather-resistant double coat with dense, straight, harsh outer coat and short thick fine undercoat
Colors
white
Male height
24–26 in
Female height
22–24 in
Male weight
65–85 lb
Female weight
50–70 lb
Review status
reviewed
Primary source
Temperament & training
Energy
4
Trainability
5
Playfulness
3
Protectiveness
4
Prey drive
3
Barking
3
Household fit
Kid friendly
4
Apartment friendly
2
Novice owner friendly
2
Good with other dogs
3
Good with strangers
3
Care & environment
Shedding
5
Grooming
3
Drooling
2
Coat length
3
Exercise needs
4
Heat tolerance
3
Cold tolerance
4
