Central Asian Shepherd Dog vs Africanis

Compare the Central Asian Shepherd Dog to the Africanis. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Central Asian Shepherd Dogs and Africani.

Central Asian Shepherd Dog vs Africanis
Central Asian Shepherd Dog
Africanis
Central Asian Shepherd Dog
Africanis
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General Details
Central Asian Shepherd Dog
Africanis
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
12-15 Years
10-12 Years
Height
24-31 Inches
20-24 Inches
Weight
90-170 Pounds
55-100 Pounds
Intelligence
Average
Above Average
History
Central Asian Shepherd Dog
Africanis
Origin Country
Russia
South Africa
Origin Year
-2000 BC
-4700 BC
Temperament
Central Asian Shepherd Dog
Africanis
Overall Friendliness
Below Average
Below Average
Family Friendly
None
Average
Child Friendly
Below Average
Average
Pet Friendly
Below Average
Below Average
Stranger Friendly
None
None
Personality
Central Asian Shepherd Dog
Africanis
Traits
Affectionate
Aggressive
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Aggressive
Needy
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Central Asian Shepherd Dog
Africanis
Apartment
No
No
Indoor
No
No
Small Yard
No
No
Medium Yard
Yes
No
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
20-70 °F
55-90 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Below Average
Exercise Needs
Central Asian Shepherd Dog
Africanis
Energy Level
Medium to High
Medium to High
Exercise Required
High
Medium to High
Top Running Speed
24 MPH
30 MPH
Strength
Very High
Medium to High
Grooming Needs
Central Asian Shepherd Dog
Africanis
Coat Maintenance
Medium
Low
Shedding
High
Medium
Dander
Low
Low
Drool
Medium
None to Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Central Asian Shepherd Dog
Africanis
Dominant / Alpha
No
Yes
Family / Pack
No
No
Independent
Yes
No
Breed Focus
Central Asian Shepherd Dog
Africanis
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
No
Yes
Breed Instincts
Central Asian Shepherd Dog
Africanis
Aggression
Average
Average
Burrow / Digging
Average
Average
Chasing
Average
Average
Follow Commands
Average
Below Average
Fighting
Above Average
Average
Guarding
Above Average
Above Average
Herding
Average
Below Average
Hunting
Average
Below Average
Protection
Above Average
Above Average
Remove Vermin
Average
Below Average
Sled Pulling
Average
None
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Above Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Central Asian Shepherd Dog
Africanis
Average Lifespan
12-15 Years
10-12 Years
Health Concerns
Central Asian Shepherd Dog
Africanis
Common Health Issues
Hip dysplasia
Elbow dysplasia
Cancer
Dermoid sinus
Rabies
Parvovirus
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Central Asian Shepherd Dog
Africanis
Coat Type
Fur or Hair
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Smooth
Coat Texture
Rough
Straight
Wavy
Rough
Straight
Coat Length
Short to Medium
Short
Coat Coloring
Central Asian Shepherd Dog
Africanis
Breed Colors
Spotted
Spotted
Black
Black
Brindle
Brindle
Brown
Brown
Tan
Tan
White
White
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