Choose a Golden 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.

Posavac Hounds make excellent watchdogs - they're vocal and protective of their territory.

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German Shepherd, Golden Retriever

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15th Century

Brown

Brown

Black

Black
Brown

White
Sable
Gray
Black
Blue

Red
Fawn
Isabella

Golden Shepherds are known for their coat length.

Posavac Hounds have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

A Golden Shepherd can have a litter of 5-10 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 Posavac Hound 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.

Hip Dysplasia
Bloat

Gastric Dilation Volvulus (GDV) or Bloat

Allergies

Ear Infections
Patellar Luxation
Congenital Heart Defect (CHD)

X-Rays
CT Scan
Physical Examination
Blood Work
Lab Tests
Allergy Testing
Hip

Ear Examination
Blood Tests and Analysis
X-rays or other radiographic imaging
Echocardiogram

Golden Shepherds require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

Posavac Hounds need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

Playdate, Run, Play keep away, Walk, Wrestle, Tug-of-war, Fetch, Chase

Walk play

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Golden Shepherd, it's at least 12 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 Posavac Hound, it's at least 14 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Golden Shepherds 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.

In general most Posavac Hounds 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 Golden Shepherd requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

The Posavac Hound is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

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

Posavac Hound 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

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

For an average 75-80 pound (34 - 36 kg) Golden 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 35-45 pound (16 - 20 kg) Posavac Hound feed 2 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

Golden Shepherd is highly intelligent and very trainable.

Posavac Hound is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

Golden Shepherds are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.

Posavac Hounds are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.