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Name	Kangal Dog	Central Asian Ovtcharka	St. Bernard
Origins	Turkey	Russia	Switzerland Italy
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Group	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Guard Dogs	Working Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Kangal Shepherd Dog Sivas Kangal Turkish Kangal Kangal Coban Kopegi	Alabai Aziat Central Asian Ovcharka Central Asian Ovtcharka Central Asian Owtcharka Central Asian Sheepdog Middle Asian Ovcharka Middle Asian Owtcharka Middle Asian Sheepdog Middle Asian Shepherd Middle Asian Shepherd Dog Turkmen Alabai Volkadov Wolf Crusher Central Asian Shepherd Sredneasiatskaia Ovtcharka	Alpine Mastiff Bernhardiner St. Barnhardshund St. Bernard Saint
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Kangal Dog vs Central Asian Ovtcharka vs St. Bernard breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Kangal Dog vs Central Asian Ovtcharka vs St. Bernard Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Kangal Dog or Central Asian Ovtcharka or St. Bernard? Which is the smallest dog, Kangal Dog or Central Asian Ovtcharka or St. Bernard?	Giant	Large Giant	Giant
Weight Which is heavier, Kangal Dog or Central Asian Ovtcharka or Central Asian Ovtcharka? Kangal Dog vs Central Asian Ovtcharka vs St. Bernard weight comparison:	Male: 110-145 pounds (50-66 kg), Female: 90-120 pounds (41-54 kg)	121-176 pounds (55-80 kg)	110-200 pounds (50-91 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 127.5 pounds (58 kg), Female: 105 pounds (47.5 kg)	148.5 pounds (67.5 kg)	155 pounds (70.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Kangal Dog or Central Asian Ovtcharka or St. Bernard? Kangal Dog vs Central Asian Ovtcharka vs St. Bernard height comparison:	Male: 30-32 inches (77-86 cm), Female: 28-30 inches (72-77 cm)	27-32 inches (68.5-81 cm)	25.5-27.5 inches (61-70 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 31 inches (81.5 cm), Female: 29 inches (74.5 cm)	29.5 inches (75 cm)	25.5-27.5 inches (65.5 cm)

Kangal Dog vs Central Asian Ovtcharka vs St. Bernard Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Kangal Dog or Central Asian Ovtcharka or St. Bernard? Which is more expensive?	$600-$800	$1200-$2500	$1500-$1800
Availability Which is easier to get, Kangal Dog or Central Asian Ovtcharka or St. Bernard?	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.	Very frequent: The St.

Kangal Dog vs Central Asian Ovtcharka vs St. Bernard Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Kangal Dog vs Central Asian Ovtcharka vs St. Bernard intelligence:	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.
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Trainability Kangal Dog vs Central Asian Ovtcharka vs St. Bernard trainability comparison.	Kangal Dog dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Central Asian Ovtcharka dogs are hard to train. See more.	A slightly harder to train than average. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Kangal Dog or Central Asian Ovtcharka or St. Bernard?	Kangal Dog dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Central Asian Ovtcharka dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	St. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Kangal Dog or Central Asian Ovtcharka or St. Bernard? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Kangal Dog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Central Asian Ovtcharka dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	St. See more.
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Kangal Dog vs Central Asian Ovtcharka vs St. Bernard Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Kangal Dog or Central Asian Ovtcharka or St. Bernard? Kangal Dog vs Central Asian Ovtcharka vs St. Bernard behavior/temperament comparison:	Independent Protective Alert Sensitive Selfish Calm Controlled	Curious Independent Strong Bold Adaptable Imperturbable	Independent Happy Friendly Gentle Going Social Quiet
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Sensitive: St. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Kangal Dog vs Central Asian Ovtcharka vs St. Bernard?	High: Kangal Dog dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Central Asian Ovtcharka dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: St. See more.
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Social Needs Kangal Dog vs Central Asian Ovtcharka vs St. Bernard social needs comparison:	Kangal Dog dogs are known to be antisocial. See more.	Central Asian Ovtcharka dogs are a social breed. See more.	St. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Kangal Dog dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Central Asian Ovtcharka dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	St. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Kangal Dog dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen. See more.	Central Asian Ovtcharka dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen. See more.	Their prey drive is low. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Kangal Dog vs Central Asian Ovtcharka vs St. Bernard Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Kangal Dog vs Central Asian Ovtcharka vs St. Bernard playfulness comparison:	Average: Kangal Dogs, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Central Asian Ovtcharkas are not the most playful dog breed. See more.	St. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Kangal Dog vs Central Asian Ovtcharka vs St. Bernard?	Low to Average: The Kangal Dog rarely barks. See more.	Low to Average: The Central Asian Ovtcharka rarely barks. See more.	Low: The St. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Kangal Dog or Central Asian Ovtcharka or St. Bernard?	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Kangal Dog breed.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Central Asian Ovtcharka breed.	It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep St.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Kangal Dog vs Central Asian Ovtcharka vs St. Bernard Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Average: Kangal Dog dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Central Asian Ovtcharka dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	St.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Kangal Dog or Central Asian Ovtcharka or St. Bernard?	Kangal Dog dogs love being alone, they need their own free time.	Central Asian Ovtcharka dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.	St.

Kangal Dog vs Central Asian Ovtcharka vs St. Bernard Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Kangal Dog or Central Asian Ovtcharka or St. Bernard?	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Kangal Dog bite force: The Strongest.	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Central Asian Ovtcharka bite force: The Strongest.	Above 400 PSI 🔼 St.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	Low 🔽 The Kangal Dog has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Central Asian Ovtcharka has a low chance of biting somebody.	Moderate ⏺ The St.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Kangal Dog vs Central Asian Ovtcharka vs St. Bernard mouthiness comparison:	Kangal Dog dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Central Asian Ovtcharka dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	St. See more.

Kangal Dog vs Central Asian Ovtcharka vs St. Bernard Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Kangal Dog vs Central Asian Ovtcharka vs St. Bernard health comparison. Which is the healthier: Kangal Dog vs Central Asian Ovtcharka vs St. Bernard?	The Kangal Dog is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Central Asian Ovtcharkas tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	Very healthy dog breed.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Kangal Dog vs Central Asian Ovtcharka vs St. Bernard? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Kangal Dog vs Central Asian Ovtcharka vs St. Bernard health problems comparison:	Fatty Tumors	Hip Dysplasia Elbow Dysplasia	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Allergies Bloat Epilepsy Entropion Elbow Dysplasia Dilated Cardiomyopathy
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Kangal Dog should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Frequent The Central Asian Ovtcharka should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Rare The St.
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Life Expectancy Kangal Dog vs Central Asian Ovtcharka vs St. Bernard lifespan comparison. How long do Kangal Dog, Central Asian Ovtcharka and St. Bernard breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	11-15 years The average lifespan of Kangal Dog: 13 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Central Asian Ovtcharka: 13 years	8-10 years The average lifespan of St.
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Kangal Dog vs Central Asian Ovtcharka vs St. Bernard?	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Central Asian Ovtcharka can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.

Kangal Dog vs Central Asian Ovtcharka vs St. Bernard Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Kangal Dog or Central Asian Ovtcharka or St. Bernard? Kangal Dog vs Central Asian Ovtcharka vs St. Bernard energy level comparison:	Kangal Dog dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.	Central Asian Ovtcharka dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	St.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Kangal Dog vs Central Asian Ovtcharka vs St. Bernard exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Kangal Dog or Central Asian Ovtcharka or St. Bernard? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Kangal Dog dogs have an average exercise need.	Central Asian Ovtcharka dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	St.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Kangal Dog or Central Asian Ovtcharka or St. Bernard?	Kangal Dog dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	Central Asian Ovtcharka dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	St.
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Kangal Dog vs Central Asian Ovtcharka vs St. Bernard Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Kangal Dog or Central Asian Ovtcharka or St. Bernard?	8 to 10 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals	8 to 10 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals	6 to 8 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Kangal Dog vs Central Asian Ovtcharka vs St. Bernard weight gain potential comparison:	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Kangal Dog's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Central Asian Ovtcharka's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the St. See more.
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Kangal Dog vs Central Asian Ovtcharka vs St. Bernard Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Kangal Dog vs Central Asian Ovtcharka vs St. Bernard coat comparison:	Dense Double	Dense Thick Double	Dense Rough Smooth
Colors What are the original Kangal Dog, Central Asian Ovtcharka and St. Bernard color?	Black Gray Cream	Black White Fawn Brindle Grey Russet Straw Flecked	Black Red White Brown Brindle Tricolor
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Kangal Dog or Central Asian Ovtcharka or St. Bernard? Kangal Dog vs Central Asian Ovtcharka vs St. Bernard grooming comparison:	Average: The Kangal Dog requires average grooming effort. See more.	Easy to groom: The Central Asian Ovtcharka doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Average: The St. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Kangal Dog or Central Asian Ovtcharka or St. Bernard? Kangal Dog or Central Asian Ovtcharka or {name3 shedding:	Kangal Dog dogs are heavy shedders. See more.	Central Asian Ovtcharka dogs shed above average. See more.	St. See more.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Kangal Dog or Central Asian Ovtcharka or St. Bernard?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.
Hypoallergenic Kangal Dog vs Central Asian Ovtcharka vs St. Bernard hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
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Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Kangal Dog vs Central Asian Ovtcharka vs St. Bernard?	Medium ⏺ The Kangal Dog has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Central Asian Ovtcharka has an average chance of bad smell.	High 🔼 The St.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Kangal Dog drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed. See more.	The Central Asian Ovtcharka drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed. See more.	The St. See more.

Kangal Dog vs Central Asian Ovtcharka vs St. Bernard Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Kangal Dog dogs are generally with other pets.	Central Asian Ovtcharka dogs are generally with other pets.	St.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Kangal Dog or Central Asian Ovtcharka or St. Bernard? Which dog is more friendly?	Kangal Dog dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Central Asian Ovtcharka dogs are not stranger friendly dogs.	St.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Kangal Dog or Central Asian Ovtcharka or St. Bernard?	Kangal Dog dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Central Asian Ovtcharka dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	St.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Kangal Dog or Central Asian Ovtcharka or St. Bernard?	Kangal Dog dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Central Asian Ovtcharka dogs are average friendly towards cats.	St.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Kangal Dog or Central Asian Ovtcharka or St. Bernard?	Kangal Dog dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Central Asian Ovtcharka dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	St.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Kangal Dog vs Central Asian Ovtcharka vs St. Bernard?	Yes Kangal Dog dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	No Central Asian Ovtcharka dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.	No St.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Kangal Dog is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Central Asian Ovtcharka is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No St.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Kangal Dogs are usually recommended for elderly people.	Central Asian Ovtcharkas are usually recommended for elderly people.	St.

Kangal Dog vs Central Asian Ovtcharka vs St. Bernard As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Kangal Dog or Central Asian Ovtcharka or St. Bernard? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.
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Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR) Which one could be a search and rescue dog?	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Yes This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Kangal Dog vs Central Asian Ovtcharka vs St. Bernard?	Not really Kangal Dog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Central Asian Ovtcharka breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really St. See more.
Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?	Yes A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Yes A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Yes A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Fighting Dog / Military Dog	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

Kangal Dog vs Central Asian Ovtcharka vs St. Bernard Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.
Litter Size How many puppies can Kangal Dog and Central Asian Ovtcharka and St. Bernard have?	5-10 puppies	4-10 puppies	6-8 puppies
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Kangal Dog vs Central Asian Ovtcharka vs St. Bernard Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Working breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Not recognized by FCI.	Not recognized by FCI.	Not recognized by FCI.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	American Canine Registry America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club United Kennel Club	American Canine Registry America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council National Kennel Club United Kennel Club American Rare Breed Association Foundation Stock Service	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club

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