Question 1

Is a Greek Shepherd or Pastor Garafiano better for families?

Accepted Answer

Both the Greek Shepherd and Pastor Garafiano rate equally well for families with a score of 5/5.

Question 2

Which is easier to train, a Greek Shepherd or Pastor Garafiano?

Accepted Answer

Both breeds score 4/5 for trainability, making them equally easy to train.

Question 3

Does a Greek Shepherd or Pastor Garafiano shed more?

Accepted Answer

The Greek Shepherd has a shedding level of 3/5, while the Pastor Garafiano scores 3/5. They shed about the same amount.

Question 4

Does a Greek Shepherd or Pastor Garafiano need more exercise?

Accepted Answer

The Greek Shepherd needs about 90 minutes of daily exercise, while the Pastor Garafiano requires around 90 minutes. Both need similar amounts of exercise.

Question 5

Which lives longer, a Greek Shepherd or Pastor Garafiano?

Accepted Answer

The Greek Shepherd has an average lifespan of 12-15 years, while the Pastor Garafiano lives approximately 12 - 15 years.

Question 6

Which is better for apartment living, a Greek Shepherd or Pastor Garafiano?

Accepted Answer

Both breeds score 2/5 for apartment suitability.

Greek Shepherd	Category	Pastor Garafiano
Herding	Breed Group	Herding
Greece	Origin	Canary Islands
53–64 cm	Height	56–66 cm
26–40 kg	Weight	23–32 kg
12-15 years	Lifespan	12 - 15 years
90 min/day	Exercise	90 min/day
Rough	Coat Type	Double
Medium	Coat Length	Medium

Greek Shepherd	Trait	Pastor Garafiano
High	Energy Level	High
High	Trainability	High
High	Affection	High
Very High	Intelligence	Very High
Moderate	Shedding	Moderate
Moderate	Grooming Ease	Moderate
Moderate	Barking	Moderate
High	Good w/ Kids	High
Moderate	Good w/ Pets	Moderate
Low	Apartment	Low
Very High	Families	Very High
Moderate	First-Time Owners	Moderate
High	Playfulness	High
Low	Drooling	Low

Greek Shepherd vs Pastor Garafiano

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