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Compare Kuvasz and Great Pyrenees. Which is better: Kuvasz or Great Pyrenees or Rottweiler?
Name | Kuvasz | Great Pyrenees | Rottweiler |
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Origins | Hungary | Spain France | Germany |
Group | Pastoral / Herding Dogs | Pastoral / Herding Dogs | Working Dogs |
Popularity Rank | 157 | 66 | 8 |
Reviews | 3 | 3 | 11 |
User Ratings |
Other Names
What other names do they have? | Hungarian Kuvasz |
Chien De Montagne Des Pyrénées Chien Des Pyrénées Gos De Muntanya Dels Pirineus Montañés Del Pirineo Patou Great Pyrenees |
Rott Rottie |
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Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Kuvasz vs Great Pyrenees vs Rottweiler breed type comparison: | Purebred | Purebred | Purebred |
Kuvasz vs Great Pyrenees vs Rottweiler Size and Weight Comparison
Size
Which is bigger, Kuvasz or Great Pyrenees or Rottweiler? Which is the smallest dog, Kuvasz or Great Pyrenees or Rottweiler? | Giant | Giant | Large Giant |
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Weight
Which is heavier, Kuvasz or Great Pyrenees or Great Pyrenees? Kuvasz vs Great Pyrenees vs Rottweiler weight comparison: | Male: 106-137 pounds (48-62 kg), Female: 82-110 pounds (37-50 kg) | Male: from 100 pounds (45 kg), Female: from 85 pounds (38 kg) | Male: 95-130 pounds (43-59 kg), Female: 85-115 pounds (38-52 kg) |
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight? | Male: 121 pounds (40 kg), Female: 96 pounds (48,5 kg) | Male: from 100 pounds (45 kg), Female: from 85 pounds (38 kg) | Male: 112.5 pounds (51 kg), Female: 100 pounds (45 kg) |
Height
Which is taller, Kuvasz or Great Pyrenees or Rottweiler? Kuvasz vs Great Pyrenees vs Rottweiler height comparison: | Male: 28-30 inches (71-76 cm), Female: 26-28 inches (66-71 cm) | Male: 27-32 inches (69-81 cm), Female: 25-29 inches (63-74 cm) | Male: 24-27 inches (61-69 cm), Female: 22-25 inches (56-63 cm) |
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height? | Male: 29 inches (73.5 cm), Female: 27 inches (68.5 cm) | Male: 29.5 inches (75 cm), Female: 27 inches (68.5 cm) | Male: 25.5 inches (65 cm), Female: 23.5 inches (59.5 cm) |
Kuvasz vs Great Pyrenees vs Rottweiler Price and Availability Comparison
Price
Which is cheaper, Kuvasz or Great Pyrenees or Rottweiler? Which is more expensive? | $500-$1200 | $500-$600 | $1200-$2000 |
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Availability
Which is easier to get, Kuvasz or Great Pyrenees or Rottweiler? | Frequent: The Kuvasz is easier than average to get. | Very frequent: The Great Pyrenees is quite easy to get. | Very frequent: The Rottweiler is quite easy to get. |
Kuvasz vs Great Pyrenees vs Rottweiler Trainability and Intelligence Comparison
Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Kuvasz vs Great Pyrenees vs Rottweiler intelligence: | Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. | Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. | Outstanding: Rottweiler is one of the brightest dog breeds. |
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Trainability
Kuvasz vs Great Pyrenees vs Rottweiler trainability comparison. | A slightly harder to train than average. | Great Pyrenees dogs are easy to train. | Rottweiler dogs are easy to train. |
Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Kuvasz or Great Pyrenees or Rottweiler? | Kuvasz dogs are one of the best watchdogs. | Great Pyrenees dogs are one of the best watchdogs. | Rottweiler dogs are one of the best watchdogs. |
Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Kuvasz or Great Pyrenees or Rottweiler?
Which dog is most likely to protect its owner?
Which is the best dog to use for protection? | Kuvasz dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. | Great Pyrenees dogs strongly protect their territory. | Rottweiler dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. |
Kuvasz vs Great Pyrenees vs Rottweiler Personality and Temperament Comparison
Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Kuvasz or Great Pyrenees or Rottweiler? Kuvasz vs Great Pyrenees vs Rottweiler behavior/temperament comparison: |
Independent Clownish Protective Intelligent Patient Loyal Fearless Faithful Brave Dependable Self-Confident |
Confident Affectionate Patient Gentle Strong Willed Fearless |
Independent Protective Alert Courageous Intelligent Loyal Fearless Good-natured |
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Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference? | Sensitive: Kuvasz dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. | They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. | They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. |
Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Kuvasz vs Great Pyrenees vs Rottweiler? | Average: Kuvasz dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. | Average: Great Pyrenees dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. | Average: Rottweiler dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. |
Social Needs
Kuvasz vs Great Pyrenees vs Rottweiler social needs comparison: | Kuvasz dogs need for social interaction is average. | Great Pyrenees dogs are a social breed. | Rottweiler dogs need a lot of social interaction. |
Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? | Kuvasz dogs have average wanderlust potential. | Great Pyrenees dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. | Rottweiler dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. |
Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting? | Their prey drive is low. | Great Pyrenees dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. | Rottweiler dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. |
Kuvasz vs Great Pyrenees vs Rottweiler Activity and Playfulness Comparison
Playfulness
Kuvasz vs Great Pyrenees vs Rottweiler playfulness comparison: | Average: Kuvaszs, like any other dog breed, like playing. | Great Pyreneess are not the most playful dog breed. | Average: Rottweilers, like any other dog breed, like playing. |
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Kuvasz vs Great Pyrenees vs Rottweiler? | Average: The Kuvasz barks occasionally. | Average to High: The Great Pyrenees is a vocal breed. | Low: The Rottweiler barks none to minimal. |
Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Kuvasz or Great Pyrenees or Rottweiler? | Not an apartment-friendly dog the Kuvasz breed. | It is not recommended to keep the Great Pyrenees 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 Rottweiler indoors. |
Kuvasz vs Great Pyrenees vs Rottweiler Adaptability and Independence Comparison
Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog? | Average: Kuvasz dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually. | Great Pyrenees dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments. | Average: Rottweiler dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually. |
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Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Kuvasz or Great Pyrenees or Rottweiler? | Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner. | 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. | Rottweiler dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them. |
Kuvasz vs Great Pyrenees vs Rottweiler Bite Characteristics Comparison
Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Kuvasz or Great Pyrenees or Rottweiler? | Above 400 PSI 🔼 Kuvasz bite force: The Strongest. | Above 400 PSI 🔼 Great Pyrenees bite force: The Strongest. | Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Rottweiler bite force: Ordinary. |
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Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison: | Low 🔽 The Kuvasz has a low chance of biting somebody. | Low 🔽 The Great Pyrenees has a low chance of biting somebody. | High 🔼 The Rottweiler has a high chance of biting somebody. |
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Kuvasz vs Great Pyrenees vs Rottweiler mouthiness comparison: | Kuvasz dogs have a low tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. | Great Pyrenees dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. | Rottweiler dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. |
Kuvasz vs Great Pyrenees vs Rottweiler Health and Lifespan Comparison
Health Issues
Kuvasz vs Great Pyrenees vs Rottweiler health comparison. Which is the healthier: Kuvasz vs Great Pyrenees vs Rottweiler? | Kuvaszs are commonly healthy dogs. | Great Pyreneess are commonly healthy dogs. | The Rottweiler is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly. |
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Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Kuvasz vs Great Pyrenees vs Rottweiler? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Kuvasz vs Great Pyrenees vs Rottweiler health problems comparison: | Hip Dysplasia Bloat Eye Diseases Thyroid Disorder Hypertrophic Osteodystrophy Osteochondrosis |
Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Bloat Entropion Drug Sensitivity Elbow Dysplasia Addison's Disease | Hip Dysplasia Allergies Hypothyroidism Bloat Elbow Dysplasia Panosteitis Aortic Stenosis Osteosarcoma Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis |
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits? |
Rare The Kuvasz should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year). |
Rare The Great Pyrenees should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year). |
Average The Rottweiler should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year. |
Life Expectancy
Kuvasz vs Great Pyrenees vs Rottweiler lifespan comparison. How long do Kuvasz, Great Pyrenees and Rottweiler breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy? |
10-12 years The average lifespan of Kuvasz: 11 years |
10-12 years The average lifespan of Great Pyrenees: 11 years |
8-12 years The average lifespan of Rottweiler: 10 years |
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Kuvasz vs Great Pyrenees vs Rottweiler? | Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. | Prefers cold weather The Great Pyrenees can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. | Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. |
Kuvasz vs Great Pyrenees vs Rottweiler Energy and Activity Comparison
Energy Level
Who has more energy a Kuvasz or Great Pyrenees or Rottweiler?
Kuvasz vs Great Pyrenees vs Rottweiler energy level comparison: | Kuvasz dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds. | Great Pyrenees dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds. | Rottweiler dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds. |
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Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Kuvasz vs Great Pyrenees vs Rottweiler exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Kuvasz or Great Pyrenees or Rottweiler? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest? | Kuvasz dogs need a lot of exercises. | Great Pyrenees dogs have an average exercise need. | Rottweiler dogs have an average exercise need. |
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Kuvasz or Great Pyrenees or Rottweiler? | Kuvasz dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping. | Great Pyrenees dogs don't need too much sleep. | Rottweiler dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping. |
Kuvasz vs Great Pyrenees vs Rottweiler Diet and Weight Management Comparison
Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Kuvasz or Great Pyrenees or Rottweiler? | 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 | Recommended daily amount: 4 to 10 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. |
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Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Kuvasz vs Great Pyrenees vs Rottweiler weight gain potential comparison: | Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Kuvasz's weight, he can easily gain weight. | Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Great Pyrenees's weight, he can easily gain weight. | High: The Rottweiler breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. |
Kuvasz vs Great Pyrenees vs Rottweiler Allergies and Grooming Comparison
Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Kuvasz vs Great Pyrenees vs Rottweiler coat comparison: |
Dense Wavy Double Coarser Topcoat Moderately Harsh Slightly Stiff Finer Downy Undercoat |
Dense Double | Dense |
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Colors
What are the original Kuvasz, Great Pyrenees and Rottweiler color? | White | White |
Black Tan Rust Mahogany |
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Kuvasz or Great Pyrenees or Rottweiler? Kuvasz vs Great Pyrenees vs Rottweiler grooming comparison: | Effortless: The Kuvasz requires minimal grooming. | Average: The Great Pyrenees requires average grooming effort. | Effortless: The Rottweiler requires minimal grooming. |
Shedding Level
Who sheds more Kuvasz or Great Pyrenees or Rottweiler? Kuvasz or Great Pyrenees or {name3 shedding: | Kuvasz dogs shed above average. | Great Pyrenees dogs shed above average. | Rottweiler dogs shed moderately. |
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Kuvasz or Great Pyrenees or Rottweiler? | 3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. | 3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. | 4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. |
Hypoallergenic
Kuvasz vs Great Pyrenees vs Rottweiler hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not? | No See more. | No See more. | No See more. |
Stinkiness
Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Kuvasz vs Great Pyrenees vs Rottweiler? | Low 🔽 The Kuvasz has a low chance of bad smell. | Medium ⏺ The Great Pyrenees has an average chance of bad smell. | Medium ⏺ The Rottweiler has an average chance of bad smell. |
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least? | The Kuvasz is an average drooler. | The Great Pyrenees is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. | The Rottweiler drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed. |
Kuvasz vs Great Pyrenees vs Rottweiler Good With Comparison
Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets? | Kuvasz dogs are generally with other pets. | Great Pyrenees dogs are usually friendly towards other pets. | Rottweiler dogs are generally with other pets. |
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Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Kuvasz or Great Pyrenees or Rottweiler? Which dog is more friendly? | Kuvasz dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs. | Great Pyrenees dogs are average friendly towards strangers. | Rottweiler dogs are not stranger friendly dogs. |
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Kuvasz or Great Pyrenees or Rottweiler? | Kuvasz dogs are kid-friendly dogs. | Great Pyrenees dogs are kid-friendly dogs. | Rottweiler dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs. |
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Kuvasz or Great Pyrenees or Rottweiler? | Kuvasz dogs are average friendly towards cats. | Great Pyrenees dogs are cat-friendly dogs. | Rottweiler dogs are average friendly towards cats. |
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Kuvasz or Great Pyrenees or Rottweiler? | Kuvasz dogs are average friendly towards other dogs. | Great Pyrenees dogs are average friendly towards other dogs. | Rottweiler dogs are not dog-friendly. |
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Kuvasz vs Great Pyrenees vs Rottweiler? |
No Kuvasz dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality. |
Yes Great Pyrenees dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality. |
Yes Rottweiler dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality. |
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office? |
No Kuvasz is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
No Great Pyrenees is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
No Rottweiler is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people? | Kuvaszs are usually recommended for elderly people. | Great Pyreneess are usually recommended for elderly people. | Rottweilers are not the best breed for elderly people. |
Kuvasz vs Great Pyrenees vs Rottweiler 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. | Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. | Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. |
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Therapy Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: Kuvasz or Great Pyrenees or Rottweiler? Which is better for autism? | Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. | Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. | Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. |
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: Kuvasz vs Great Pyrenees vs Rottweiler? | Not really Kuvasz breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. | Not really Great Pyrenees breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. | Not really Rottweiler breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. |
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. | Yes A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. | Yes A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. |
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. | Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs. |
Kuvasz vs Great Pyrenees vs Rottweiler Reproducibility Comparison
Gestation Length | 60-64 days See more. | 60-64 days See more. | 60-64 days See more. |
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Litter Frequency | Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. | Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. | Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. |
Litter Size
How many puppies can Kuvasz and Great Pyrenees and Rottweiler have? | 8-12 puppies | 6-9 puppies | 8-12 puppies |
Kuvasz vs Great Pyrenees vs Rottweiler Recognition Comparison
AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC? | Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1931 as a Working breed. | Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1933 as a Working breed. | Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1931 as a Working breed. |
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FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI? | Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs 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 Molossian type section. |
Breed Recognition
What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds? | No data available |
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 Colonial Rottweiler Club Deutscher Rottweiler Klub International Rottweiler Club |
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