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Tornjak vs Broholmer vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog Comparison - Dog breed selector: Bosnian and Herzegovinian Shepherd Dog or Danish Broholmer Danish Mastiff or Swissy? Find the right dog for you

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Name Tornjak Broholmer Greater Swiss Mountain Dog
OriginsBosnia and Herzegovina flagBosnia and Herzegovina Croatia flagCroatia Denmark flagDenmark Switzerland flagSwitzerland
Group Pastoral / Herding Dogs Guard Dogs Working Dogs
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Bosnian and Herzegovinian Shepherd Dog
Croatian Mountain Dog
Bosnian Shepherd Dog
Danish Broholmer Danish Mastiff Swissy
Great Swiss Mountain Dog
Grosser Schweizer Sennenhund
Large Swiss Mountain Dog
Great Swiss Cattle Dog
Bouvier Suisse
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Tornjak vs Broholmer vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Tornjak vs Broholmer vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Tornjak or Broholmer or Greater Swiss Mountain Dog? Which is the smallest dog, Tornjak or Broholmer or Greater Swiss Mountain Dog?
Large Large
Giant
Large
Weight
Which is heavier, Tornjak or Broholmer or Broholmer? Tornjak vs Broholmer vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog weight comparison:
Male: 77-110 pounds (35–50 kg), Female: 62-88 pounds (28–40 kg) Male: 110-150 pounds (50-68 kg), Female: 90-130 pounds (40-58 kg) 130-135 pounds (59-61 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 93.5 pounds (35–50 kg), Female: 75 pounds (28–40 kg) Male: 130 pounds (59 kg), Female: 110 pounds (49 kg) 132.5 pounds (60 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Tornjak or Broholmer or Greater Swiss Mountain Dog? Tornjak vs Broholmer vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog height comparison:
Male: 25-27 inches (65-70 cm), Female: 23-25 inches (60-65 cm) Male: 29.5 inches (75 cm) Female: 27.5 inches (70 cm) 23.5-28.5 (60-72 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 26 inches (67.5 cm), Female: 24 inches (62.5 cm) Male: 29.5 inches (75 cm) Female: 27.5 inches (70 cm) 23.5-28.5 (66 cm)

Tornjak vs Broholmer vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Tornjak or Broholmer or Greater Swiss Mountain Dog? Which is more expensive?
$600-$800 $1300-$1500 $2000-$2500
Availability
Which is easier to get, Tornjak or Broholmer or Greater Swiss Mountain Dog?
Average: The Tornjak is a commonly available dog breed.
Average: The Broholmer is a commonly available dog breed.
Very frequent: The Greater Swiss Mountain Dog is quite easy to get.

Tornjak vs Broholmer vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Tornjak vs Broholmer vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog intelligence:
Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Smart: The Broholmer dogs have great intelligence.
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Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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Trainability
Tornjak vs Broholmer vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog trainability comparison.
Tornjak dogs are quite easy to train.
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Broholmer dogs are quite easy to train.
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Greater Swiss Mountain Dog dogs are quite easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Tornjak or Broholmer or Greater Swiss Mountain Dog?
Tornjak dogs are good watchdogs.
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Broholmer dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Greater Swiss Mountain Dog dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Tornjak or Broholmer or Greater Swiss Mountain Dog? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Tornjak dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Broholmer dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Greater Swiss Mountain Dog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Tornjak vs Broholmer vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Tornjak or Broholmer or Greater Swiss Mountain Dog? Tornjak vs Broholmer vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog behavior/temperament comparison:
Alert
Steady
Calm
Vigilant
Peaceful
Persistent
Protective
Confident
Friendly
Calm
Protective
Alert
Devoted
Selfish
Fearless
Good-natured
Confidence
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
Tornjak dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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Broholmer dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Tornjak vs Broholmer vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog?
High: Tornjak dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Average to High: Broholmer dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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Average to High: Greater Swiss Mountain Dog dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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Social Needs
Tornjak vs Broholmer vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog social needs comparison:
Tornjak dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Broholmer dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Greater Swiss Mountain Dog dogs are a social breed.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Tornjak dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Broholmer dogs tend to escape less than other breeds.
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Greater Swiss Mountain Dog dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Tornjak 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.
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Broholmer dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals.
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Greater Swiss Mountain Dog dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Tornjak vs Broholmer vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Tornjak vs Broholmer vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog playfulness comparison:
Average: Tornjaks, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Average: Broholmers, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Average: Greater Swiss Mountain Dogs, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Tornjak vs Broholmer vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog?
Low to Average: The Tornjak rarely barks.
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Average to High: The Broholmer is a vocal breed.
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Low to Average: The Greater Swiss Mountain Dog rarely barks.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Tornjak or Broholmer or Greater Swiss Mountain Dog?
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Tornjak 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 Broholmer indoors.
It is not recommended to keep the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog breed in the home.

Tornjak vs Broholmer vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
Tornjak dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Broholmer dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Average: Greater Swiss Mountain Dog dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Tornjak or Broholmer or Greater Swiss Mountain Dog?
Tornjak dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog 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.

Tornjak vs Broholmer vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Tornjak or Broholmer or Greater Swiss Mountain Dog?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Tornjak bite force: Ordinary.

Above 400 PSI 🔼

Broholmer bite force: The Strongest.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Greater Swiss Mountain Dog bite force: Ordinary.
Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:

Low 🔽

The Tornjak has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Broholmer has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Greater Swiss Mountain Dog has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Tornjak vs Broholmer vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog mouthiness comparison:
Tornjak dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Broholmer dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Greater Swiss Mountain Dog dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Tornjak vs Broholmer vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Tornjak vs Broholmer vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog health comparison. Which is the healthier: Tornjak vs Broholmer vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog?
Tornjaks tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Broholmers are commonly healthy dogs.
The Greater Swiss Mountain Dog is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Tornjak vs Broholmer vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Tornjak vs Broholmer vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Von Willebrand's Disease
Bloat
Elbow Dysplasia
Obesity
Digestive Problems
Autoimmune Hemolytic Anemia
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Entropion
Ectropion
Elbow Dysplasia
Hip Dysplasia
Bloat
Epilepsy
Distichiasis
Digestive Problems
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Frequent
The Tornjak should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Rare
The Broholmer should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Average
The Greater Swiss Mountain Dog should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Life Expectancy
Tornjak vs Broholmer vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog lifespan comparison. How long do Tornjak, Broholmer and Greater Swiss Mountain Dog breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Tornjak: 11 years
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Broholmer: 11 years
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Greater Swiss Mountain Dog: 11 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Tornjak vs Broholmer vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog?
Prefers cold weather
The Tornjak can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog.
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Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Broholmer can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Prefers cold weather
The Greater Swiss Mountain Dog can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog.
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Tornjak vs Broholmer vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Tornjak or Broholmer or Greater Swiss Mountain Dog? Tornjak vs Broholmer vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog energy level comparison:
Tornjak dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Broholmer dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog dogs are high-energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Tornjak vs Broholmer vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Tornjak or Broholmer or Greater Swiss Mountain Dog? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Tornjak dogs have an average exercise need.
Broholmer dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Tornjak or Broholmer or Greater Swiss Mountain Dog?
Tornjak dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
Broholmer dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog dogs don't need too much sleep.

Tornjak vs Broholmer vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Tornjak or Broholmer or Greater Swiss Mountain Dog?
3 to 5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, divided into two meals. 5 to 6 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 4 to 5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Tornjak vs Broholmer vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog weight gain potential comparison:
Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Tornjak's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Broholmer's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Tornjak vs Broholmer vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Tornjak vs Broholmer vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog coat comparison:
Silky Rough
Smooth
Dense
Colors
What are the original Tornjak, Broholmer and Greater Swiss Mountain Dog color?
Black
Red
White
Brown
Piebald
Red
Yellow
Golden
Black
Red
White
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Tornjak or Broholmer or Greater Swiss Mountain Dog? Tornjak vs Broholmer vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog grooming comparison:
Advanced: The Tornjak requires a lot of grooming.
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Easy to groom: The Broholmer doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Effortless: The Greater Swiss Mountain Dog requires minimal grooming.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Tornjak or Broholmer or Greater Swiss Mountain Dog? Tornjak or Broholmer or {name3 shedding:
Tornjak dogs shed moderately.
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Broholmer dogs shed moderately.
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Greater Swiss Mountain Dog dogs shed none to minimal.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Tornjak or Broholmer or Greater Swiss Mountain Dog?
2-3 weeks
Frequent. This breed has high-maintenance hair and may require a bath every 2-3 weeks.
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4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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Hypoallergenic
Tornjak vs Broholmer vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?
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Stinkiness
Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Tornjak vs Broholmer vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog?

Medium

The Tornjak has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Broholmer has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Greater Swiss Mountain Dog has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?
The Tornjak drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed.
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The Broholmer is a big drooler, so if you're disgusted by slobber spots on your clothes, you should choose a dog from another breed.
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The Greater Swiss Mountain Dog is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Tornjak vs Broholmer vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Tornjak dogs are generally with other pets.
Broholmer dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Tornjak or Broholmer or Greater Swiss Mountain Dog? Which dog is more friendly?
Tornjak dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Broholmer dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Tornjak or Broholmer or Greater Swiss Mountain Dog?
Tornjak dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Broholmer dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Tornjak or Broholmer or Greater Swiss Mountain Dog?
Tornjak dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Broholmer dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Tornjak or Broholmer or Greater Swiss Mountain Dog?
Tornjak dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Broholmer dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Tornjak vs Broholmer vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog?
Yes
Tornjak dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Broholmer dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
Tornjak is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Broholmer is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
Tornjaks are usually recommended for elderly people.
Broholmers are usually recommended for elderly people.
Greater Swiss Mountain Dogs are usually recommended for elderly people.

Tornjak vs Broholmer vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog 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.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Therapy Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: Tornjak or Broholmer or Greater Swiss Mountain Dog? Which is better for autism?

Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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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.

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog
Which one could be a boat dog: Tornjak vs Broholmer vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog?

Not really

Tornjak breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Broholmer breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Greater Swiss Mountain Dog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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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.
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Yes

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Yes

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Fighting Dog / Military Dog

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Tornjak vs Broholmer vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog 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.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Litter Size
How many puppies can Tornjak and Broholmer and Greater Swiss Mountain Dog have?
4-7 puppies 4-8 puppies 5-10 puppies

Tornjak vs Broholmer vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog 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 1995 as a Working breed.
FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI?
Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type section. Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type section. Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Swiss Mountain- and Cattledogs section.
Breed Recognition
What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?
No data available Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
American Canine Association, Inc.
United Kennel Club
American Canine Registry
Dog Registry of America Inc.
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
American Pet Registry, Inc.

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