Labernards make excellent watchdogs - they're vocal and protective of their territory.

Choose a White Shepherd if you want a top-notch watchdog. This breed takes guarding seriously, and may not require much training, though obedience or guard dog training can improve their skills.

Labrador Retriever and Saint Bernard

German Shepherd Dog

1990s

1900s

Brown

Brown

Black

Black
Brown

Red
White
Black
Fawn
Brown

Cream
White

Labernards have short coats.

White Shepherds have medium-length coats.

A Labernard can have a litter of 5-10 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

A White Shepherd can have a litter of 12-14 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Gastric Torsion
Hip And Elbow Dysplasia

Hip And Elbow Dysplasia
Osteochondritis Dissecans
Cobalamin Malabsorption
Gastric Dilation Volvulus (GDV) or Bloat

Otitis Externa
Entropion
Cataracts
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

Allergies
Megaesophagus
Eye Problems

X-Rays
Ear Examination
Eye examination
Full Physical Examination

CERF
Blood And Urine Analysis
Yearly Physical Examination
OFA on hips and elbows

Labernards are suitable for those with a balanced lifestyle as they have an average energy level.

White Shepherds thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

Labernard dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

White Shepherds bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

Playing toys, Hide & Seek, Cuddling, Running, Road trip, Swim, Fetch, Brushing, Tag, Walking, Play, Sleeping, Walk, Run, Go Camping, Climbing

Socializing, Flyball, Walk, Walking, Coddle, Fetch, Play, Walks, Dog Parks, Hike, Running, Relaxing

Labernards are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

White Shepherds are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Labernard, it's at least 15 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For White Shepherd, it's at least 8 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Labernards usually need at least 45 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most White Shepherds usually need at least 30 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

The Labernard has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

White Shepherds have high grooming needs, requiring regular trims and professional grooming assistance to keep their coat healthy.

Pin Brush
Flea Comb
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Comb
Deshedder

For an average 102-220 pound (46 - 100 kg) Labernard feed 4 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 77-88 pound (35 - 40 kg) White Shepherd feed 3 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a Labernard is somewhere $3.90 - $4.20 per day.

The average cost of a White Shepherd is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Labernard is between $112 - $126. This makes an average of $1344 - $1512 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of a White Shepherd is between $55 - $73. This makes an average of $660 - $876 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

Labernards are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

White Shepherd is highly intelligent and very trainable.

Labernards are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.

The White Shepherd is highly intelligent and eager to please, making it a great choice for both novice and experienced dog owners due to its easy trainability.