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Shiloh Shepherd vs Great Pyrenees vs Bloodhound Comparison - Dog breed selector: Shiloh or Chien De Montagne Des Pyrénées or St. Hubert Hound? Find the right dog for you

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Name Shiloh Shepherd Great Pyrenees Bloodhound
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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Shiloh Shepherd, Great Pyrenees, and Bloodhound breeds.
Shiloh
Shiloh Shepherd dog
Chien De Montagne Des Pyrénées
Chien Des Pyrénées
Gos De Muntanya Dels Pirineus
Montañés Del Pirineo
Patou
Great Pyrenees
St. Hubert Hound
Saint Hubert Hound
Chien de Saint-Hubert
Flemish Hound
Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between Shiloh Shepherd, Great Pyrenees, and Bloodhound? Compare their breeding categories.
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Shiloh Shepherd vs Great Pyrenees vs Bloodhound Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Compare size differences between Shiloh Shepherd, Great Pyrenees, and Bloodhound. Which breed is the largest?
Giant Giant Large
Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between Shiloh Shepherd, Great Pyrenees, and Bloodhound? Compare adult weight ranges.
Male: 100-130 pounds (45-59 kg), Female: 80-100 pounds (36-45 kg) Male: from 100 pounds (45 kg), Female: from 85 pounds (38 kg) Male: 90-110 pounds (41-50 kg), Female: 80-100 pounds (36-45 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 115 pounds (52 kg), Female: 90 pounds (40.5 kg) Male: from 100 pounds (45 kg), Female: from 85 pounds (38 kg) Male: 100 pounds (45.5 kg), Female: 90 pounds (40.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Shiloh Shepherd or Great Pyrenees or Bloodhound? Shiloh Shepherd vs Great Pyrenees vs Bloodhound 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: 25-27 inches (63-69 cm), Female: 23-25 inches (58-63 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: 26 inches (66 cm), Female: 24 inches (60.5 cm)

Shiloh Shepherd vs Great Pyrenees vs Bloodhound Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range
Compare puppy costs for Shiloh Shepherd, Great Pyrenees, and Bloodhound. Find price differences between these breeds.
$800-$1000 $500-$600 $800-$1200
Availability
Which is easier to get, Shiloh Shepherd or Great Pyrenees or Bloodhound?
Average: The Shiloh Shepherd is a commonly available dog breed.
Very frequent: The Great Pyrenees is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Bloodhound is quite easy to get.

Shiloh Shepherd vs Great Pyrenees vs Bloodhound Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between Shiloh Shepherd, Great Pyrenees, and Bloodhound. Which breed ranks highest?
Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Smart: The Bloodhound dogs have great intelligence.
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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between Shiloh Shepherd, Great Pyrenees, and Bloodhound. Which is easiest to train?
Shiloh Shepherd dogs are quite easy to train.
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Great Pyrenees dogs are easy to train.
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Bloodhound dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of Shiloh Shepherd, Great Pyrenees, and Bloodhound. Which breed is most alert?
Shiloh Shepherd dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Great Pyrenees dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Bloodhound dogs are not the best choice if you want a good watchdog.
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Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between Shiloh Shepherd, Great Pyrenees, and Bloodhound. Which breed is most protective?
Shiloh Shepherd dogs are average defenders.
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Great Pyrenees dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Bloodhound dogs can't provide protection for their territory.
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Shiloh Shepherd vs Great Pyrenees vs Bloodhound Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between Shiloh Shepherd, Great Pyrenees, and Bloodhound? Compare temperaments.
Loving
Outgoing
Loyal
Gentle
Trainable
Companionable
Confident
Affectionate
Patient
Gentle
Strong
Willed
Fearless
Stubborn
Independent
Affectionate
Gentle
Outright
Tempered
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: Shiloh Shepherd vs Great Pyrenees vs Bloodhound?
Average to High: Shiloh Shepherd dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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Average: Great Pyrenees dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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High: Bloodhound dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Shiloh Shepherd vs Great Pyrenees vs Bloodhound social needs comparison:
Shiloh Shepherd dogs are a social breed.
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Great Pyrenees dogs are a social breed.
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Bloodhound dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Shiloh Shepherd dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Great Pyrenees dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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Bloodhound dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Shiloh Shepherd 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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Great Pyrenees dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Bloodhound 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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Shiloh Shepherd vs Great Pyrenees vs Bloodhound Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of Shiloh Shepherd, Great Pyrenees, and Bloodhound. Which breed is most vocal?
Low to Average: The Shiloh Shepherd rarely barks.
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Average to High: The Great Pyrenees is a vocal breed.
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A lot: Bloodhound is a particularly loud breed.
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between Shiloh Shepherd, Great Pyrenees, and Bloodhound. Which breed is most playful?
Average: Shiloh Shepherds, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Great Pyreneess are not the most playful dog breed.
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The Bloodhound is a highly playful breed.
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Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of Shiloh Shepherd, Great Pyrenees, and Bloodhound. Which adapts best to small spaces?
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 Shiloh Shepherd indoors.
It is not recommended to keep the Great Pyrenees breed in the home.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Bloodhound breed.

Shiloh Shepherd vs Great Pyrenees vs Bloodhound Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between Shiloh Shepherd, Great Pyrenees, and Bloodhound. Which breed is most flexible?
Average: Shiloh Shepherd 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: Bloodhound dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: Shiloh Shepherd or Great Pyrenees or Bloodhound?
Shiloh Shepherd 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 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.
Bloodhound dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Shiloh Shepherd vs Great Pyrenees vs Bloodhound Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between Shiloh Shepherd, Great Pyrenees, and Bloodhound. Which has lowest bite risk?

Low 🔽

The Shiloh Shepherd has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Great Pyrenees has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Bloodhound has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between Shiloh Shepherd, Great Pyrenees, and Bloodhound. Which uses mouth most during play?
Shiloh Shepherd dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Great Pyrenees dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Bloodhound dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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Bite Strength Rating
Compare bite forces between Shiloh Shepherd, Great Pyrenees, and Bloodhound. Which has the strongest bite?

Above 400 PSI 🔼

Shiloh Shepherd bite force: The Strongest.

Above 400 PSI 🔼

Great Pyrenees bite force: The Strongest.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Bloodhound bite force: Ordinary.

Shiloh Shepherd vs Great Pyrenees vs Bloodhound Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of Shiloh Shepherd, Great Pyrenees, and Bloodhound. Which breed lives longest?
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Shiloh Shepherd: 13 years
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Great Pyrenees: 11 years
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Bloodhound: 11 years
Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between Shiloh Shepherd, Great Pyrenees, and Bloodhound. Which handles climate changes best?
Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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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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Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in Shiloh Shepherd, Great Pyrenees, and Bloodhound. Which has fewer health issues?
Shiloh Shepherds tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Great Pyreneess are commonly healthy dogs.
Very healthy dog breed.
Vet Care Frequency
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Frequent
The Shiloh Shepherd should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Rare
The Great Pyrenees should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Rare
The Bloodhound should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Shiloh Shepherd vs Great Pyrenees vs Bloodhound? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Shiloh Shepherd vs Great Pyrenees vs Bloodhound health problems comparison:
No data available Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Patellar Luxation
Bloat
Entropion
Drug Sensitivity
Elbow Dysplasia
Addison's Disease
Hip Dysplasia
Hypothyroidism
Bloat
Epilepsy
Entropion
Ectropion
Elbow Dysplasia
Ectopic Cilia

Shiloh Shepherd vs Great Pyrenees vs Bloodhound Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating
Compare energy levels between Shiloh Shepherd, Great Pyrenees, and Bloodhound. Which breed is most active?
Shiloh Shepherd dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Great Pyrenees dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Bloodhound dogs are high-energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Shiloh Shepherd vs Great Pyrenees vs Bloodhound exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Shiloh Shepherd or Great Pyrenees or Bloodhound? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Shiloh Shepherd dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Great Pyrenees dogs have an average exercise need.
Bloodhound dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Shiloh Shepherd or Great Pyrenees or Bloodhound?
Shiloh Shepherd dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Great Pyrenees dogs don't need too much sleep.
Bloodhound dogs don't need too much sleep.

Shiloh Shepherd vs Great Pyrenees vs Bloodhound Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between Shiloh Shepherd, Great Pyrenees, and Bloodhound. Which is most prone to obesity?
Average: The Shiloh Shepherd has an average risk for obesity.
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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: The Bloodhound has an average risk for obesity.
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between Shiloh Shepherd, Great Pyrenees, and Bloodhound. Which needs most food?
4 to 5 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 8 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.

Shiloh Shepherd vs Great Pyrenees vs Bloodhound Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Shiloh Shepherd, Great Pyrenees, and Bloodhound. Which is best for allergy sufferers?
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between Shiloh Shepherd, Great Pyrenees, and Bloodhound. What colors are available?
Black
White
Silver
Golden
Grey
Black & Tan
White Black
Tan
Red
Liver
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between Shiloh Shepherd, Great Pyrenees, and Bloodhound. Which requires most maintenance?
Easy to groom: The Shiloh Shepherd doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Average: The Great Pyrenees requires average grooming effort.
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Easy to groom: The Bloodhound doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between Shiloh Shepherd, Great Pyrenees, and Bloodhound. Which drools least?
The Shiloh Shepherd is an average drooler.
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The Great Pyrenees is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency.
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The Bloodhound 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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Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between Shiloh Shepherd, Great Pyrenees, and Bloodhound. Which has least natural smell?

Medium

The Shiloh Shepherd has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Great Pyrenees has an average chance of bad smell.

High 🔼

The Bloodhound has a high chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between Shiloh Shepherd, Great Pyrenees, and Bloodhound. How do their fur characteristics differ?
Smooth
Double
Dense
Double
Rough
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between Shiloh Shepherd, Great Pyrenees, and Bloodhound. Which requires most frequent baths?
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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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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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Shiloh Shepherd or Great Pyrenees or Bloodhound? Shiloh Shepherd or Great Pyrenees or {name3 shedding:
Shiloh Shepherd dogs shed moderately.
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Great Pyrenees dogs shed above average.
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Bloodhound dogs shed moderately.
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Shiloh Shepherd vs Great Pyrenees vs Bloodhound Good With Comparison

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

Shiloh Shepherd vs Great Pyrenees vs Bloodhound As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between Shiloh Shepherd, Great Pyrenees, and Bloodhound. Which is best suited for service work?

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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Yes

This breed makes good as a service dog.
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Therapy Work Suitability
Compare therapy dog potential between Shiloh Shepherd, Great Pyrenees, and Bloodhound. Which excels in therapy work?

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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Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between Shiloh Shepherd, Great Pyrenees, and Bloodhound. Which has best nose work ability?

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.

Yes

After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.
Search & Rescue Potential
Compare search and rescue potential between Shiloh Shepherd, Great Pyrenees, and Bloodhound. Which is best for SAR work?

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.
Maritime Work Ability
Compare boating aptitude between Shiloh Shepherd, Great Pyrenees, and Bloodhound. Which is best suited for water work?

Not really

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

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

Bloodhound breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between Shiloh Shepherd, Great Pyrenees, and Bloodhound. Which is best for draft work?

Not really

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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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Military Service Background
Compare military service history of Shiloh Shepherd, Great Pyrenees, and Bloodhound. Which has most military use?

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.

Shiloh Shepherd vs Great Pyrenees vs Bloodhound Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of Shiloh Shepherd, Great Pyrenees, and Bloodhound. Which has most puppies?
6-12 puppies 6-9 puppies 8-10 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of Shiloh Shepherd, Great Pyrenees, and Bloodhound. Any breeding differences?
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Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between Shiloh Shepherd, Great Pyrenees, and Bloodhound. What's recommended?

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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Shiloh Shepherd vs Great Pyrenees vs Bloodhound Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for Shiloh Shepherd, Great Pyrenees, and Bloodhound. How are they classified?
Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1933 as a Working breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Hound breed.
FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for Shiloh Shepherd, Great Pyrenees, and Bloodhound. How are they classified internationally?
Not recognized by 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 Scent hounds and related breeds group, in the Scent hounds section.
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of Shiloh Shepherd, Great Pyrenees, and Bloodhound. Which has most recognition?
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.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club

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