Related breedCavalier King Charles Spaniel1926 to 1945 · United KingdomWhite Shepherd at a glance
- Origin
- United States
- Appeared
- 1933 to 1969 (likely)
- Family
- Continental Herder
- Type
- Herding dog
- Size
- Large
- Life span
- 10 to 13 years
- Recognised by
- UKC
- Status
- Living
The name. Named for its white coat; a shepherd descended from the German Shepherd.
Same familyCzechoslovakian Wolfdog1955 to 1999 · Slovakia, Czech RepublicFamily and relatives
Descends from
Gave rise to
Sister breeds
East European Shepherd, Saarloos Wolfdog, Mojee, Kunming Wolfdog, Czechoslovakian Wolfdog, Lupo Italiano, Shiloh Shepherd, King Shepherd, Calupoh
Same family: Continental Herder
Beauceron, Bergamasco Shepherd, Bouvier des Flandres, Briard, Hovawart, Polish Lowland Sheepdog
Same time, same continent
American Akita, American Hairless Terrier, Miniature American Shepherd, Toy Fox Terrier, Alaskan Klee Kai, American Bully
Same eraGoldendoodle1969 to 1992 · United StatesPlace in time
The White Shepherd appears 1933 to 1969 (likely), in the Modern Era, when 67 breeds first appeared.
A full article on the White Shepherd is coming. Meanwhile, the Border Collie shows what every breed page will hold: see the Border Collie.
On the timelineModern Era67 breeds first appeared in this period
Same time, same continentChinook1917 to 2013 · United States
Herding dog behaviourBorder Collie behaviour problems and how to train themBorder Collie behaviour and training: why they nip, chase, fixate and fear noise, what to do about each, and a weekly plan for owners.
Same eraGoldendoodle1969 to 1992 · United States

