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Name	Sarplaninac	Pyrenean Shepherd	Molossus of Epirus
Origins	Serbia Macedonia	France	Greece
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Group	Guard Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Guard Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Illyrian Shepherd Dog Yugoslavian Shepherd Dog Macedonian Shepherd	Petit Berger Pyr Shep Pyrenees Sheepdog Berger Des Pyrénées	No data available
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Sarplaninac vs Pyrenean Shepherd vs Molossus of Epirus breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Sarplaninac vs Pyrenean Shepherd vs Molossus of Epirus Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Sarplaninac or Pyrenean Shepherd or Molossus of Epirus? Which is the smallest dog, Sarplaninac or Pyrenean Shepherd or Molossus of Epirus?	Large	Medium	Giant
Weight Which is heavier, Sarplaninac or Pyrenean Shepherd or Pyrenean Shepherd? Sarplaninac vs Pyrenean Shepherd vs Molossus of Epirus weight comparison:	Male: 55-80 pounds (25-36 kg), Female: 45-70 pounds (20-32 kg)	15–32 pounds (7–15 kg)	Male: 90–140 pounds (41–64 kg), Female: 75–105 pounds (34–48 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 67.5 pounds (30.5 kg), Female: 57.5 pounds (26 kg)	15–32 pounds (7–15 kg)	Male: 115 pounds (52,5 kg), Female: 90 pounds (41 kg)
Height Which is taller, Sarplaninac or Pyrenean Shepherd or Molossus of Epirus? Sarplaninac vs Pyrenean Shepherd vs Molossus of Epirus height comparison:	Male: 22-24 inches (55-61 cm), Female: 21-23 inches (54-59 cm)	15.5-18.5 inches (39-47 cm)	Male: 25-29 inches (64-74 cm), Female: 25-28 inches (64-72 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 23 inches (58 cm), Female: 22 inches (56.5 cm)	15.5-18.5 inches (43 cm)	Male: 27.5 inches (70.5 cm), Female: 26.5 inches (67 cm)

Sarplaninac vs Pyrenean Shepherd vs Molossus of Epirus Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Sarplaninac or Pyrenean Shepherd or Molossus of Epirus? Which is more expensive?	$900-$1000	$500-$800	$900-$1000
Availability Which is easier to get, Sarplaninac or Pyrenean Shepherd or Molossus of Epirus?	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.	Frequent: The Pyrenean Shepherd is easier than average to get.	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.

Sarplaninac vs Pyrenean Shepherd vs Molossus of Epirus Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Sarplaninac vs Pyrenean Shepherd vs Molossus of Epirus intelligence:	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.	Smart: The Molossus of Epirus dogs have great intelligence. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Sarplaninac vs Pyrenean Shepherd vs Molossus of Epirus trainability comparison.	Sarplaninac dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Pyrenean Shepherd dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Molossus of Epirus dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Sarplaninac or Pyrenean Shepherd or Molossus of Epirus?	Sarplaninac dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Pyrenean Shepherd dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Molossus of Epirus dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Sarplaninac or Pyrenean Shepherd or Molossus of Epirus? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Sarplaninac dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Pyrenean Shepherd dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Molossus of Epirus dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Sarplaninac vs Pyrenean Shepherd vs Molossus of Epirus Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Sarplaninac or Pyrenean Shepherd or Molossus of Epirus? Sarplaninac vs Pyrenean Shepherd vs Molossus of Epirus behavior/temperament comparison:	Independent Protective Intelligent Reliable Devoted Calm	Energetic Trainable Watchful Clever Dedicated Bossy	Intelligent Loyal Calm Faithful Peaceful Smart
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Sarplaninac dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	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.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Sarplaninac vs Pyrenean Shepherd vs Molossus of Epirus?	Average to High: Sarplaninac dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	High: Pyrenean Shepherd dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: Molossus of Epirus dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
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Social Needs Sarplaninac vs Pyrenean Shepherd vs Molossus of Epirus social needs comparison:	Sarplaninac dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Pyrenean Shepherd dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Molossus of Epirus dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	The wanderlust potential of the Sarplaninac is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Pyrenean Shepherd dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Molossus of Epirus dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Sarplaninac dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Pyrenean Shepherd dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Molossus of Epirus 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.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Sarplaninac vs Pyrenean Shepherd vs Molossus of Epirus Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Sarplaninac vs Pyrenean Shepherd vs Molossus of Epirus playfulness comparison:	Sarplaninacs are not the most playful dog breed. See more.	The Pyrenean Shepherd is a playful breed. See more.	Molossus of Epiruss are not the most playful dog breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Sarplaninac vs Pyrenean Shepherd vs Molossus of Epirus?	Low to Average: The Sarplaninac rarely barks. See more.	A lot: Pyrenean Shepherd is a particularly loud breed. See more.	Average to High: The Molossus of Epirus is a vocal breed. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Sarplaninac or Pyrenean Shepherd or Molossus of Epirus?	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Sarplaninac breed.	Apartment-friendly dog the Pyrenean Shepherd breed.	Apartment-friendly dog the Molossus of Epirus breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Sarplaninac vs Pyrenean Shepherd vs Molossus of Epirus Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Average: Sarplaninac dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Pyrenean Shepherd dogs don't adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Average: Molossus of Epirus dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Sarplaninac or Pyrenean Shepherd or Molossus of Epirus?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Molossus of Epirus 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.

Sarplaninac vs Pyrenean Shepherd vs Molossus of Epirus Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Sarplaninac or Pyrenean Shepherd or Molossus of Epirus?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Sarplaninac bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Pyrenean Shepherd bite force: Ordinary.	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Molossus of Epirus bite force: The Strongest.
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 Sarplaninac has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Pyrenean Shepherd has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Molossus of Epirus has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Sarplaninac vs Pyrenean Shepherd vs Molossus of Epirus mouthiness comparison:	Sarplaninac dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Pyrenean Shepherd dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Molossus of Epirus dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Sarplaninac vs Pyrenean Shepherd vs Molossus of Epirus Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Sarplaninac vs Pyrenean Shepherd vs Molossus of Epirus health comparison. Which is the healthier: Sarplaninac vs Pyrenean Shepherd vs Molossus of Epirus?	Sarplaninacs are commonly healthy dogs.	Pyrenean Shepherds 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: Sarplaninac vs Pyrenean Shepherd vs Molossus of Epirus? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Sarplaninac vs Pyrenean Shepherd vs Molossus of Epirus health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Bloat Drug Sensitivity	Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Patent Ductus Arteriosis Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy	No data available
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Rare The Sarplaninac should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Frequent The Pyrenean Shepherd should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Rare The Molossus of Epirus should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Sarplaninac vs Pyrenean Shepherd vs Molossus of Epirus lifespan comparison. How long do Sarplaninac, Pyrenean Shepherd and Molossus of Epirus breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	11-13 years The average lifespan of Sarplaninac: 12 years	15-17 years The average lifespan of Pyrenean Shepherd: 16 years	14-16 years The average lifespan of Molossus of Epirus: 15 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Sarplaninac vs Pyrenean Shepherd vs Molossus of Epirus?	Prefers cold weather The Sarplaninac can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Pyrenean Shepherd can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.

Sarplaninac vs Pyrenean Shepherd vs Molossus of Epirus Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Sarplaninac vs Pyrenean Shepherd vs Molossus of Epirus Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Sarplaninac or Pyrenean Shepherd or Molossus of Epirus?	2.5 to 3.5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, divided into two meals.	1 to 1.5 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.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Sarplaninac vs Pyrenean Shepherd vs Molossus of Epirus weight gain potential comparison:	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Sarplaninac's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average: The Pyrenean Shepherd has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Molossus of Epirus's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Sarplaninac vs Pyrenean Shepherd vs Molossus of Epirus Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Sarplaninac vs Pyrenean Shepherd vs Molossus of Epirus coat comparison:	Fluffy Waterproof	Rough Smooth	Fine Smooth
Colors What are the original Sarplaninac, Pyrenean Shepherd and Molossus of Epirus color?	Black Gray White Fawn Sable	Black Gray White Fawn Brindle	Any color
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Sarplaninac or Pyrenean Shepherd or Molossus of Epirus? Sarplaninac vs Pyrenean Shepherd vs Molossus of Epirus grooming comparison:	Easy to groom: The Sarplaninac doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Average: The Pyrenean Shepherd requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The Molossus of Epirus requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Sarplaninac or Pyrenean Shepherd or Molossus of Epirus? Sarplaninac or Pyrenean Shepherd or {name3 shedding:	Sarplaninac dogs shed moderately. See more.	Pyrenean Shepherd dogs shed moderately. See more.	Molossus of Epirus dogs shed above average. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Sarplaninac or Pyrenean Shepherd or Molossus of Epirus?	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.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Hypoallergenic Sarplaninac vs Pyrenean Shepherd vs Molossus of Epirus hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Sarplaninac vs Pyrenean Shepherd vs Molossus of Epirus?	Low 🔽 The Sarplaninac has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Pyrenean Shepherd has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Molossus of Epirus has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Sarplaninac 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 Pyrenean Shepherd is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Molossus of Epirus is an average drooler. See more.

Sarplaninac vs Pyrenean Shepherd vs Molossus of Epirus Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Sarplaninac dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.	Pyrenean Shepherd dogs are generally with other pets.	Molossus of Epirus dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Sarplaninac or Pyrenean Shepherd or Molossus of Epirus? Which dog is more friendly?	Sarplaninac dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Pyrenean Shepherd dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Molossus of Epirus dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Sarplaninac or Pyrenean Shepherd or Molossus of Epirus?	Sarplaninac dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.	Pyrenean Shepherd dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Molossus of Epirus dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Sarplaninac or Pyrenean Shepherd or Molossus of Epirus?	Sarplaninac dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Pyrenean Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Molossus of Epirus dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Sarplaninac or Pyrenean Shepherd or Molossus of Epirus?	Sarplaninac dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Pyrenean Shepherd dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Molossus of Epirus dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Sarplaninac vs Pyrenean Shepherd vs Molossus of Epirus?	Yes Sarplaninac dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	No Pyrenean Shepherd dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.	Yes Molossus of Epirus dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Sarplaninac is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Pyrenean Shepherd is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Molossus of Epirus is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Sarplaninacs are commonly okay with elderly people.	Pyrenean Shepherds are usually recommended for elderly people.	Molossus of Epiruss are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Sarplaninac vs Pyrenean Shepherd vs Molossus of Epirus 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: Sarplaninac or Pyrenean Shepherd or Molossus of Epirus? 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.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
Therapy Dog Breeds
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: Sarplaninac vs Pyrenean Shepherd vs Molossus of Epirus?	Not really Sarplaninac breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Pyrenean Shepherd breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Molossus of Epirus breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. 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.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
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.

Sarplaninac vs Pyrenean Shepherd vs Molossus of Epirus 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 Sarplaninac and Pyrenean Shepherd and Molossus of Epirus have?	3-5 puppies	4 puppies	5-9 puppies
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Sarplaninac vs Pyrenean Shepherd vs Molossus of Epirus Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2009 as a Herding breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section.	Not recognized by FCI.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	American Canine Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale American Canine Association, Inc. Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club United Kennel Club	American Kennel Club Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain Continental Kennel Club United Kennel Club	No data available

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