Drever vs Sarplaninac

Compare Drever and Sarplaninac side by side and get a clear picture of what sets the breeds apart. Explore differences in size, weight, temperament, activity level, and other key traits to more easily decide which breed best fits your lifestyle and circumstances.

Characteristic

Drever

Sarplaninac

Breed type

Purebred

Height

30 – 38 cm

57 – 62 cm

Weight

14 – 16 kg

30 – 45 kg

Life expectancy

12 – 16 years

11 – 13 years

Child friendly

5/5

3/5

Energy level

4/5

3/5

Intelligence

3/5

Trainability

4/5

3/5

Health

4/5

3/5

Grooming needs

3/5

Shedding

3/5

Barking level

4/5

3/5

Aggressiveness

3/5

Characteristics

Drever

Great with kids

High energy

Easy to train

Medium

Sarplaninac

Large

Summary

About Drever

The Drever is a sturdy Swedish scent hound, low and long‑bodied yet strong and enduring. Bred to track and drive game at a steady pace, it has a clear voice, strong hunting instinct, and needs ample exercise. Friendly, affectionate, and easy‑care coated, it suits active, outdoorsy homes.

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About Sarplaninac

The Sarplaninac is a large, rustic Balkan livestock guardian, calm and serious yet deeply loyal to its family. It has a thick weatherproof double coat and strong territorial instincts, needs space, firm but fair handling, steady exercise, and careful socialization with strangers and other dogs.

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