Catalan Sheepdog has average obesity risk, needs balanced diet, daily walks, and weight monitoring.

Carolina Dog has average risk of obesity, needs daily walks and quality diet to maintain healthy weight.

Agile
Protective
Intelligent
Trainable
Loyal

Adaptable
Loyal
Reserved
Gentle
Primitive

Choose a Catalan Sheepdog 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.

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

Spain

United States

Catalan, Pyrenees Dogs and Ancient Roman Guarding Breeds

Pariah Dog, Native American Dog

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America's Pet Registry
Continental Kennel Club
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National Kennel Club
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Ancient Times

1200s

Herding

Sighthound & Pariah (UKC)

Brown

Brown

Black

Black
Brown

Fawn
Black
Gray
Sable

Black
Cream
Red
Sable
Fawn

Catalan Sheepdogs have longer coats compared to most dogs.

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

Wavy

Straight

Hip Dysplasia

Usually A Very Healthy Breed

Patellar Luxation
Dental Problems

Hip And Elbow Dysplasia

X-Rays
Eye Examination
Dental Examination
Physical Examination

OFA on hips and elbows
Complete Physical Examination

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

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

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

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

Catalan Sheepdogs have moderate energy levels and typical sleep patterns of 12-14 hours per day.

Carolina Dogs sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

Catalan Sheepdog minimally drools, ideal for those who dislike drool marks on clothing.

Carolina Dog is an average drooler, monitor for excessive drooling which may indicate health issues.

Run, Hike, Play keep away, Chase, Hide & Seek, Off-leash, Dog Parks

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

Catalan Sheepdogs are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

Carolina Dogs are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Catalan Sheepdog, it's at least 18 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 Carolina Dog, it's at least 10 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Catalan Sheepdogs usually need at least 70 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 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.

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

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

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

Carolina Dog 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

Slicker Brush
Dematter
Scissors
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

For an average 44-55 pound (20 - 25 kg) Catalan Sheepdog feed 3.5 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

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.

The average cost of a Catalan Sheepdog is somewhere $2.10 - $2.80 per day.

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

The average per month expenses of a Catalan Sheepdog is between $63 - $84. This makes an average of $756 - $1008 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 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.

Catalan Sheepdogs have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

Catalan Sheepdogs are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

The Carolina Dog is not suitable for apartments and requires a large yard to thrive. Pent-up energy in small spaces can lead to destructive behavior.

Catalan Sheepdogs are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Carolina Dogs have an average level of friendliness towards children.

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

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