Question 1

Is a Pastor Garafiano or Greek Shepherd better for families?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 2

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

Accepted Answer

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

Question 3

Does a Pastor Garafiano or Greek Shepherd shed more?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 4

Does a Pastor Garafiano or Greek Shepherd need more exercise?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 5

Which lives longer, a Pastor Garafiano or Greek Shepherd?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 6

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

Accepted Answer

Both breeds score 2/5 for apartment suitability.

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

Pastor Garafiano	Trait	Greek Shepherd
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

Pastor Garafiano vs Greek Shepherd

Pastor Garafiano

Greek Shepherd

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