Czechoslovakian Wolfdog
Bred from German Shepherds and Carpathian wolves, the Czechoslovakian Wolfdog is a tireless, fascinating dog for very experienced owners only.
Czechoslovakian Wolfdog vs German Shepherd
Side by side
| Trait | Czechoslovakian Wolfdog | German Shepherd |
|---|---|---|
| Group | Sheepdogs and cattle dogs | Sheepdogs and cattle dogs |
| Size | Large | Large |
| Weight | 20–35 kg | 22–40 kg |
| Height at withers | 60–70 cm | 55–65 cm |
| Life expectancy | 12–16 years | 9–13 years |
| Energy | ||
| With children | ||
| With other dogs | ||
| Trainability | ||
| Grooming needs | ||
| Shedding | ||
| Heat tolerance | ||
| Apartment | Not recommended | Not recommended |
Key differences
- Longer life expectancy: Czechoslovakian Wolfdog (about 14 years vs 11 years on average)
- Better with children: German Shepherd (4/5 vs 2/5)
- Easier to train: German Shepherd (5/5 vs 2/5)
Gaps counted as key differences: more than 20% in average weight, more than 10% in average height, at least 2 years in average life expectancy, or at least 2 points on a rating.
Which one is right for you?
A quick guide based on the ratings above. Every dog is an individual: spend time with the breed and talk to breeders, rescue organisations or a veterinarian before deciding.
- Apartment living
- Both are similarBased on apartment suitability and energy.
- Family with children
- German Shepherd is the better fitBased on behaviour with children.
- First-time owner
- German Shepherd is the better fitBased on trainability, energy and grooming needs.
- Hot climate
- German Shepherd is the better fitBased on heat tolerance.
- Active owner
- Czechoslovakian Wolfdog is the better fitBased on energy level.
Meet the two breeds
German Shepherd
Loyal, steady and remarkably versatile, the German Shepherd is both a protective family dog and an outstanding working dog.