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Great Pyrenees vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Newfoundland Comparison - Dog breed selector: Chien De Montagne Des Pyrénées or Berner or Blackbear? Find the right dog for you

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Name Great Pyrenees Bernese Mountain Dog Newfoundland
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Chien De Montagne Des Pyrénées
Chien Des Pyrénées
Gos De Muntanya Dels Pirineus
Montañés Del Pirineo
Patou
Great Pyrenees
Berner
Bernese Cattle Dog
Berner Sennenhund
Blackbear
Newfie
The Gentle Giant
Newf
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Great Pyrenees vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Newfoundland breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Great Pyrenees vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Newfoundland Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Great Pyrenees or Bernese Mountain Dog or Newfoundland? Which is the smallest dog, Great Pyrenees or Bernese Mountain Dog or Newfoundland?
Giant Large Giant
Weight
Which is heavier, Great Pyrenees or Bernese Mountain Dog or Bernese Mountain Dog? Great Pyrenees vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Newfoundland weight comparison:
Male: from 100 pounds (45 kg), Female: from 85 pounds (38 kg) Male: 85-110 pounds (38–50 kg), Female: 80-105 pounds (36–48 kg) Male: 130-150 pounds (59-68 kg), Female: 100-120 pounds (45-54 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: from 100 pounds (45 kg), Female: from 85 pounds (38 kg) Male: 97.5 pounds (38–50 kg), Female: 92.5 pounds (36–48 kg) Male: 140 pounds (63.5 kg), Female: 110 pounds (49.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Great Pyrenees or Bernese Mountain Dog or Newfoundland? Great Pyrenees vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Newfoundland height comparison:
Male: 27-32 inches (69-81 cm), Female: 25-29 inches (63-74 cm) Male: 24-28 inches (61–71 cm), Female: 23-27 inches (58–69 cm) Male: 27-29 inches (69-74 cm), Female: 25-27 inches (63-69 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 29.5 inches (75 cm), Female: 27 inches (68.5 cm) Male: 26 inches (61–71 cm), Female: 25 inches (58–69 cm) Male: 28 inches (71.5 cm), Female: 26 inches (66 cm)

Great Pyrenees vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Newfoundland Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Great Pyrenees or Bernese Mountain Dog or Newfoundland? Which is more expensive?
$500-$600 $800-$1000 $1500-$2000
Availability
Which is easier to get, Great Pyrenees or Bernese Mountain Dog or Newfoundland?
Very frequent: The Great Pyrenees is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Bernese Mountain Dog is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Newfoundland is quite easy to get.

Great Pyrenees vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Newfoundland Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Great Pyrenees vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Newfoundland intelligence:
Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Very smart: Bernese Mountain Dog is an excellent dog breed.
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Smart: The Newfoundland dogs have great intelligence.
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Trainability
Great Pyrenees vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Newfoundland trainability comparison.
Great Pyrenees dogs are easy to train.
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Bernese Mountain Dog dogs are easy to train.
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Newfoundland dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Great Pyrenees or Bernese Mountain Dog or Newfoundland?
Great Pyrenees dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Bernese Mountain Dog dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Newfoundland dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Great Pyrenees or Bernese Mountain Dog or Newfoundland? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Great Pyrenees dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Bernese Mountain Dog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Newfoundland dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Great Pyrenees vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Newfoundland Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Great Pyrenees or Bernese Mountain Dog or Newfoundland? Great Pyrenees vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Newfoundland behavior/temperament comparison:
Confident
Affectionate
Patient
Gentle
Strong
Willed
Fearless
Intelligent
Affectionate
Loyal
Faithful
Courageous
Intelligent
Loyal
Gentle
Social
Sweet
Cheerful
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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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: Great Pyrenees vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Newfoundland?
Average: Great Pyrenees dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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Average: Bernese Mountain Dog dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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Average to High: Newfoundland dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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Social Needs
Great Pyrenees vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Newfoundland social needs comparison:
Great Pyrenees dogs are a social breed.
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Bernese Mountain Dog dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Newfoundland dogs are a social breed.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Great Pyrenees dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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Bernese Mountain Dog dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Newfoundland dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Great Pyrenees dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Bernese Mountain Dog dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Newfoundland dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Great Pyrenees vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Newfoundland Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Great Pyrenees vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Newfoundland playfulness comparison:
Great Pyreneess are not the most playful dog breed.
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Average: Bernese Mountain Dogs, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Average: Newfoundlands, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Great Pyrenees vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Newfoundland?
Average to High: The Great Pyrenees is a vocal breed.
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Average: The Bernese Mountain Dog barks occasionally.
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Low to Average: The Newfoundland rarely barks.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Great Pyrenees or Bernese Mountain Dog or Newfoundland?
It is not recommended to keep the Great Pyrenees breed in the home.
It is not recommended to keep the Bernese Mountain Dog breed in the home.
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 Newfoundland indoors.

Great Pyrenees vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Newfoundland Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
Great Pyrenees dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Average: Bernese Mountain Dog dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Newfoundland dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Great Pyrenees or Bernese Mountain Dog or Newfoundland?
Great Pyrenees 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.
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.
Newfoundland 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.

Great Pyrenees vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Newfoundland Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Great Pyrenees or Bernese Mountain Dog or Newfoundland?

Above 400 PSI 🔼

Great Pyrenees bite force: The Strongest.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Bernese Mountain Dog bite force: Ordinary.

Above 400 PSI 🔼

Newfoundland bite force: The Strongest.
Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:

Low 🔽

The Great Pyrenees has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Bernese Mountain Dog has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Newfoundland has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Great Pyrenees vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Newfoundland mouthiness comparison:
Great Pyrenees dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Bernese Mountain Dog dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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Newfoundland dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Great Pyrenees vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Newfoundland Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Great Pyrenees vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Newfoundland health comparison. Which is the healthier: Great Pyrenees vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Newfoundland?
Great Pyreneess are commonly healthy dogs.
Very healthy dog breed.
Very healthy dog breed.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Great Pyrenees vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Newfoundland? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Great Pyrenees vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Newfoundland health problems comparison:
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Patellar Luxation
Bloat
Entropion
Drug Sensitivity
Elbow Dysplasia
Addison's Disease
Hip Dysplasia
Cancer
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Von Willebrand's Disease
Bloat
Elbow Dysplasia
Panosteitis
Portosystemic Liver Shunt
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Cancer
Hypothyroidism
Bloat
Epilepsy
Cherry Eye
Elbow Dysplasia
Addison's Disease
Cystinuria
Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Rare
The Great Pyrenees should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Rare
The Bernese Mountain Dog should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Rare
The Newfoundland should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Life Expectancy
Great Pyrenees vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Newfoundland lifespan comparison. How long do Great Pyrenees, Bernese Mountain Dog and Newfoundland breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Great Pyrenees: 11 years
7-11 years
The average lifespan of Bernese Mountain Dog: 9 years
9-13 years
The average lifespan of Newfoundland: 11 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Great Pyrenees vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Newfoundland?
Prefers cold weather
The Great Pyrenees can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog.
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Prefers cold weather
The Bernese Mountain Dog can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog.
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Prefers cold weather
The Newfoundland can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog.
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Great Pyrenees vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Newfoundland Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Great Pyrenees vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Newfoundland Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Great Pyrenees or Bernese Mountain Dog or Newfoundland?
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. 5 to 6 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? Great Pyrenees vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Newfoundland weight gain potential comparison:
Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Great Pyrenees's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Bernese Mountain Dog's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Newfoundland's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Great Pyrenees vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Newfoundland Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Great Pyrenees vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Newfoundland coat comparison:
Dense
Double
Dense Fluffy
Waterproof
Thick
Colors
What are the original Great Pyrenees, Bernese Mountain Dog and Newfoundland color?
White Black
White
Black
Gray
White
Brown
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Great Pyrenees or Bernese Mountain Dog or Newfoundland? Great Pyrenees vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Newfoundland grooming comparison:
Average: The Great Pyrenees requires average grooming effort.
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Average: The Bernese Mountain Dog requires average grooming effort.
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Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Great Pyrenees or Bernese Mountain Dog or Newfoundland? Great Pyrenees or Bernese Mountain Dog or {name3 shedding:
Great Pyrenees dogs shed above average.
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Bernese Mountain Dog dogs shed above average.
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Newfoundland dogs are heavy shedders.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Great Pyrenees or Bernese Mountain Dog or Newfoundland?
3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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Hypoallergenic
Great Pyrenees vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Newfoundland 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, Great Pyrenees vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Newfoundland?

Medium

The Great Pyrenees has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Bernese Mountain Dog has an average chance of bad smell.

High 🔼

The Newfoundland has a high chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?
The Great Pyrenees is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency.
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The Bernese Mountain 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.
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The Newfoundland 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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Great Pyrenees vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Newfoundland Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Great Pyrenees dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Bernese Mountain Dog dogs are generally with other pets.
Newfoundland dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Great Pyrenees or Bernese Mountain Dog or Newfoundland? Which dog is more friendly?
Great Pyrenees dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Bernese Mountain Dog dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Newfoundland dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Great Pyrenees or Bernese Mountain Dog or Newfoundland?
Great Pyrenees dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Bernese Mountain Dog dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Newfoundland dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Great Pyrenees or Bernese Mountain Dog or Newfoundland?
Great Pyrenees dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Bernese Mountain Dog dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Newfoundland dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Great Pyrenees or Bernese Mountain Dog or Newfoundland?
Great Pyrenees dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Bernese Mountain Dog dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Newfoundland dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Great Pyrenees vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Newfoundland?
Yes
Great Pyrenees dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Bernese Mountain Dog dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Newfoundland dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
Great Pyrenees is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Bernese Mountain Dog is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Newfoundland is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
Great Pyreneess are usually recommended for elderly people.
Bernese Mountain Dogs are usually recommended for elderly people.
Newfoundlands are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Great Pyrenees vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Newfoundland 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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Yes

This breed makes good as a service dog.
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Yes

This breed makes good as a service dog.
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Therapy Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: Great Pyrenees or Bernese Mountain Dog or Newfoundland? 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.

Yes

This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog
Which one could be a boat dog: Great Pyrenees vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Newfoundland?

Not really

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

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

Newfoundland breed usually likes 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.

Great Pyrenees vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Newfoundland Reproducibility Comparison

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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 Great Pyrenees and Bernese Mountain Dog and Newfoundland have?
6-9 puppies 1-14 puppies, average 8 4-12 puppies

Great Pyrenees vs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Newfoundland Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1933 as a Working breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1937 as a Working breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1886 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 Swiss Mountain- and Cattledogs section. Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type section.
Breed Recognition
What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?
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
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
Canadian Canine Registry
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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