Sarplaninac vs Xoloitzcuintle

Compare Sarplaninac and Xoloitzcuintle 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

Sarplaninac

Xoloitzcuintle

Breed type

Purebred

Height

57 – 62 cm

25 – 60 cm

Weight

30 – 45 kg

4 – 25 kg

Life expectancy

11 – 13 years

12 – 15 years

Child friendly

3/5

Energy level

3/5

Intelligence

3/5

Trainability

3/5

Health

3/5

Grooming needs

3/5

Shedding

3/5

Barking level

3/5

4/5

Aggressiveness

3/5

Characteristics

Sarplaninac

Large

Xoloitzcuintle

Medium

Summary

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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0 puppies for sale

About Xoloitzcuintle

Ancient Mexican breed linked to Aztec culture, the Xoloitzcuintle is a hairless or short‑coated dog in three sizes. Calm, loyal, and watchful, it bonds closely with family and excels as a gentle companion and alert watchdog, needing skin care, socialization, and moderate exercise.

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4 puppies for sale