White Shepherd Puppies for Sale

White Shepherd Puppies for Sale: About the Breed

The White Shepherd is a direct descendant of the German Shepherd Dog. In the first half of the twentieth century, German cavalry officer Max von Stephanitz, created the German Shepherd Dog using a variety of German sheepdogs as his foundation stock. Initially, color was not considered as long as the dog demonstrated working ability. During the late 30's, however, the white color fell into disfavor. There were, however, always breeders who appreciated the beauty of the white dogs and who continued to breed them. Because of their exclusion from most German Shepherd Dog breeding programs, the whites rather quickly evolved into a distinct type, and eventually into a separate breed. The White Shepherd was recognized by the United Kennel Club on April 14, 1999.

Character

The White Shepherd has a distinct personality marked by self-confidence. The White Shepherd is poised, but when the situation demands, is eager and alert, ready to serve in any capacity. The White Shepherd is highly intelligent, energetic, hard working, curious, and loyal. The character of the White Shepherd is gentler and mellower than that of the German Shepherd Dog, but when necessary, he is very willing and capable to protect his family.

Temperament

White Shepherds demonstrate both herding and protective instincts. The White Shepherd will attempt to perform the task of herding on anything and everything that moves. With those he knows, the White Shepherd is open and friendly. With strangers, he is observant and cautious but not apprehensive. The White Shepherd thrives on human interaction from their family and does not like to be left alone for extended periods of time. They are playful, enthusiastic and eager to please. Because of their intense loyalty and love of children they make outstanding family dogs.

Care

The White Shepherd sheds bits of hair constantly with seasonal heavy shedding. They require daily brushing to minimize loose hair. Bathing should only be done when absolutely necessary; over bathing can cause skin irritation from oil depletion. Check ears and trim nails regularly. White Shepherds may be prone to such health issues as elbow and hip dysplasia, bloat, allergies, and digestive problems.

Coat

The White Shepherd has a weather-resistant double coat. The outer coat can be short or long and is dense and straight. The undercoat is short, thick, and fine in texture. At the neck, the coat may be slightly longer and heavier, particularly in males. The hair on the back of the legs is slightly longer than on the front. The coat on the rump and underside of the tail is longer and thicker than the body coat. The head and ears are covered with a smooth, somewhat softer hair while the hair covering the legs and paws has a harsher texture. This breed continuously sheds with seasonal heavy shedding.

Training

The White Shepherd requires early socialization and obedience training. They will not respond to harsh or heavy-handed methods. This breed is obedient, eager to please and quick to learn. Training must be done with respect, firmness, fairness, reward, and consistency. Because they are very athletic and like to work, they are ideally suited for many activities like herding, obedience, agility, tracking & protection. They are suited for use as guide, search & rescue, service, therapy, medical alert and guard dog.

Activity

This breed is happiest when given a job to do. They require daily exercise and enjoy leashed walks, family play sessions, and a large safely fenced area to romp and run freely in. Some may do okay in an apartment or condominium dwelling provided they are given sufficient exercise, stimulation, and attention.

Weight

60-85 lbs lbs

Height

Male: 24-26; Female: 22-24 inches inches

Cost

Looking for a White Shepherd puppy with a superior lineage? Are you trying to determine how much a White Shepherd with breeding rights and papers would cost? You should expect to pay a premium for a White Shepherd puppy with breeding rights or show quality with papers. You should budget anywhere from $2,985 upwards to $3,055 or even more for White Shepherd puppies for sale with top breed lines and a superior pedigree. The average cost for all White Shepherd puppies for sale is $3,040.

Color Variations

Curious about the color palette of White Shepherd puppies? You'll discover a captivating array of hues and patterns that define their distinctive personalities. Below you will find common and rare coat colors for the White Shepherd breed. *Remember, coat colors often change as a puppy grows older and cannot be guaranteed to remain constant.

• Black
• Blue
• Grey
• Liver
• Red
• Sable
• Silver
• Tan
• White-marked-black

Name Variations

Searching for common aliases for White Shepherd puppies? Ever wondered what other names people use for this breed? Find your answer to what other people call the White Shepherd by exploring their affectionate nicknames or monikers below. This list will help you in your search for American White Shepherd puppies and even Berger Blanc Suisse puppies for sale as they relate to the White Shepherd breed.

• American White Shepherd
• Berger Blanc Suisse
• Weisser Schweizer Schäferhund
• White Alsatian
• White German Shepherd
• White Sheperd
• White Shepherd Dog
• White Shepherd Dog of North America
• White Swiss Shepherd