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Smooth Collie vs Pyrenean Shepherd vs Great Pyrenees Comparison - Dog breed selector: Short-Haired Collie or Petit Berger or Chien De Montagne Des Pyrénées? Find the right dog for you

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Name Smooth Collie Pyrenean Shepherd Great Pyrenees
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Short-Haired Collie Petit Berger
Pyr Shep
Pyrenees Sheepdog
Berger Des Pyrénées
Chien De Montagne Des Pyrénées
Chien Des Pyrénées
Gos De Muntanya Dels Pirineus
Montañés Del Pirineo
Patou
Great Pyrenees
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Smooth Collie vs Pyrenean Shepherd vs Great Pyrenees breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Smooth Collie vs Pyrenean Shepherd vs Great Pyrenees Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Smooth Collie or Pyrenean Shepherd or Great Pyrenees? Which is the smallest dog, Smooth Collie or Pyrenean Shepherd or Great Pyrenees?
Large Medium Giant
Weight
Which is heavier, Smooth Collie or Pyrenean Shepherd or Pyrenean Shepherd? Smooth Collie vs Pyrenean Shepherd vs Great Pyrenees weight comparison:
Male: 60-70 pounds (27-32 kg), Female: 53-65 pounds (24-29 kg) 15–32 pounds (7–15 kg) Male: from 100 pounds (45 kg), Female: from 85 pounds (38 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: from 100 pounds (45 kg), Female: from 85 pounds (38 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Smooth Collie or Pyrenean Shepherd or Great Pyrenees? Smooth Collie vs Pyrenean Shepherd vs Great Pyrenees height comparison:
Male: 24–26 inch (60–66 cm), Female: 22–24 inch (55–61 cm) 15.5-18.5 inches (39-47 cm) Male: 27-32 inches (69-81 cm), Female: 25-29 inches (63-74 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 25 inches (62.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (58.5 cm) 15.5-18.5 inches (43 cm) Male: 29.5 inches (75 cm), Female: 27 inches (68.5 cm)

Smooth Collie vs Pyrenean Shepherd vs Great Pyrenees Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Smooth Collie or Pyrenean Shepherd or Great Pyrenees? Which is more expensive?
$400-$600 $500-$800 $500-$600
Availability
Which is easier to get, Smooth Collie or Pyrenean Shepherd or Great Pyrenees?
Average: The Smooth Collie is a commonly available dog breed.
Frequent: The Pyrenean Shepherd is easier than average to get.
Very frequent: The Great Pyrenees is quite easy to get.

Smooth Collie vs Pyrenean Shepherd vs Great Pyrenees Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Smooth Collie vs Pyrenean Shepherd vs Great Pyrenees intelligence:
Very smart: Smooth Collie is an excellent dog breed.
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Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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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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Trainability
Smooth Collie vs Pyrenean Shepherd vs Great Pyrenees trainability comparison.
Smooth Collie dogs are very easy to train.
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Pyrenean Shepherd dogs are quite easy to train.
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Great Pyrenees dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Smooth Collie or Pyrenean Shepherd or Great Pyrenees?
Smooth Collie dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Pyrenean Shepherd dogs are good watchdogs.
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Great Pyrenees dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Smooth Collie or Pyrenean Shepherd or Great Pyrenees? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Smooth Collie dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Pyrenean Shepherd dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Great Pyrenees dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Smooth Collie vs Pyrenean Shepherd vs Great Pyrenees Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Smooth Collie or Pyrenean Shepherd or Great Pyrenees? Smooth Collie vs Pyrenean Shepherd vs Great Pyrenees behavior/temperament comparison:
Protective
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Loyal
Gentle
Social
Energetic
Trainable
Watchful
Clever
Dedicated
Bossy
Confident
Affectionate
Patient
Gentle
Strong
Willed
Fearless
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
Sensitive: Smooth Collie dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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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: Smooth Collie vs Pyrenean Shepherd vs Great Pyrenees?
High: Smooth Collie dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Pyrenean Shepherd dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Average: Great Pyrenees dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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Social Needs
Smooth Collie vs Pyrenean Shepherd vs Great Pyrenees social needs comparison:
Smooth Collie dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Pyrenean Shepherd dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Great Pyrenees dogs are a social breed.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Smooth Collie dogs are not the biggest explorers.
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Pyrenean Shepherd dogs tend to escape less than other breeds.
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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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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Smooth Collie dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Pyrenean Shepherd dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Great Pyrenees dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Smooth Collie vs Pyrenean Shepherd vs Great Pyrenees Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Smooth Collie vs Pyrenean Shepherd vs Great Pyrenees playfulness comparison:
The Smooth Collie is a playful breed.
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The Pyrenean Shepherd is a playful breed.
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Great Pyreneess are not the most playful dog breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Smooth Collie vs Pyrenean Shepherd vs Great Pyrenees?
Average to High: The Smooth Collie is a vocal breed.
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A lot: Pyrenean Shepherd is a particularly loud breed.
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Average to High: The Great Pyrenees is a vocal breed.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Smooth Collie or Pyrenean Shepherd or Great Pyrenees?
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 Smooth Collie indoors.
Apartment-friendly dog the Pyrenean Shepherd breed.
It is not recommended to keep the Great Pyrenees breed in the home.

Smooth Collie vs Pyrenean Shepherd vs Great Pyrenees Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
Smooth Collie dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Pyrenean Shepherd dogs don't adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Great Pyrenees dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Smooth Collie or Pyrenean Shepherd or Great Pyrenees?
Smooth Collie dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.
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.

Smooth Collie vs Pyrenean Shepherd vs Great Pyrenees Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Smooth Collie or Pyrenean Shepherd or Great Pyrenees?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Smooth Collie bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Pyrenean Shepherd bite force: Ordinary.

Above 400 PSI 🔼

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

Low 🔽

The Smooth Collie has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Pyrenean Shepherd has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Great Pyrenees has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Smooth Collie vs Pyrenean Shepherd vs Great Pyrenees mouthiness comparison:
Smooth Collie dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Pyrenean 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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Smooth Collie vs Pyrenean Shepherd vs Great Pyrenees Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Smooth Collie vs Pyrenean Shepherd vs Great Pyrenees health comparison. Which is the healthier: Smooth Collie vs Pyrenean Shepherd vs Great Pyrenees?
The Smooth Collie is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Pyrenean Shepherds tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Great Pyreneess are commonly healthy dogs.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Smooth Collie vs Pyrenean Shepherd vs Great Pyrenees? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Smooth Collie vs Pyrenean Shepherd vs Great Pyrenees health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Drug Sensitivity
Collie Eye Anomaly
Gray Collie Syndrome
Hip Dysplasia
Patellar Luxation
Patent Ductus Arteriosis
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Epilepsy
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Patellar Luxation
Bloat
Entropion
Drug Sensitivity
Elbow Dysplasia
Addison's Disease
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Average
The Smooth Collie should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Frequent
The Pyrenean 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).
Life Expectancy
Smooth Collie vs Pyrenean Shepherd vs Great Pyrenees lifespan comparison. How long do Smooth Collie, Pyrenean Shepherd and Great Pyrenees breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
14-16 years
The average lifespan of Smooth Collie: 15 years
15-17 years
The average lifespan of Pyrenean Shepherd: 16 years
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Great Pyrenees: 11 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Smooth Collie vs Pyrenean Shepherd vs Great Pyrenees?
Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
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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.
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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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Smooth Collie vs Pyrenean Shepherd vs Great Pyrenees Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Smooth Collie or Pyrenean Shepherd or Great Pyrenees? Smooth Collie vs Pyrenean Shepherd vs Great Pyrenees energy level comparison:
Smooth Collie dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Pyrenean Shepherd dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Great Pyrenees dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Smooth Collie vs Pyrenean Shepherd vs Great Pyrenees exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Smooth Collie or Pyrenean Shepherd or Great Pyrenees? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Smooth Collie dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Pyrenean Shepherd dogs need a lot of exercises.
Great Pyrenees dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Smooth Collie or Pyrenean Shepherd or Great Pyrenees?
Smooth Collie dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
Pyrenean 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.

Smooth Collie vs Pyrenean Shepherd vs Great Pyrenees Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Smooth Collie or Pyrenean Shepherd or Great Pyrenees?
2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 1 to 1.5 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
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Smooth Collie vs Pyrenean Shepherd vs Great Pyrenees weight gain potential comparison:
Average: The Smooth Collie has an average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Pyrenean 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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Smooth Collie vs Pyrenean Shepherd vs Great Pyrenees Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Smooth Collie vs Pyrenean Shepherd vs Great Pyrenees coat comparison:
Dense
Thick
Flat
Rough
Smooth
Dense
Double
Colors
What are the original Smooth Collie, Pyrenean Shepherd and Great Pyrenees color?
White
Sable
Merle
Black & White & Tan
Blue & Merle
Blue & Merle & White
Sable & White
White & Merle
Black
Gray
White
Fawn
Brindle
White
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Smooth Collie or Pyrenean Shepherd or Great Pyrenees? Smooth Collie vs Pyrenean Shepherd vs Great Pyrenees grooming comparison:
Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition.
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Average: The Pyrenean Shepherd requires average grooming effort.
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Average: The Great Pyrenees requires average grooming effort.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Smooth Collie or Pyrenean Shepherd or Great Pyrenees? Smooth Collie or Pyrenean Shepherd or {name3 shedding:
Smooth Collie dogs are heavy shedders.
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Pyrenean Shepherd dogs shed moderately.
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Great Pyrenees dogs shed above average.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Smooth Collie or Pyrenean Shepherd or Great Pyrenees?
6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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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
Smooth Collie vs Pyrenean Shepherd vs Great Pyrenees 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, Smooth Collie vs Pyrenean Shepherd vs Great Pyrenees?

Medium

The Smooth Collie has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Pyrenean Shepherd has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Great Pyrenees has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?
The Smooth Collie is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Pyrenean Shepherd is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Great Pyrenees is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency.
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Smooth Collie vs Pyrenean Shepherd vs Great Pyrenees Good With Comparison

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

Smooth Collie vs Pyrenean Shepherd vs Great Pyrenees As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog
Which one could be a service dog?

Yes

This breed makes good as a service dog.
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Not really

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

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Therapy Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: Smooth Collie or Pyrenean Shepherd or Great Pyrenees? Which is better for autism?

Yes

This breed makes a perfect 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?

Yes

After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.

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: Smooth Collie vs Pyrenean Shepherd vs Great Pyrenees?

Not really

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

Pyrenean 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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Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog
Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?

Not really

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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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.

Smooth Collie vs Pyrenean Shepherd vs Great Pyrenees Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length 60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency

Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Litter Size
How many puppies can Smooth Collie and Pyrenean Shepherd and Great Pyrenees have?
4-8 puppies 4 puppies 6-9 puppies

Smooth Collie vs Pyrenean Shepherd vs Great Pyrenees Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Herding breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2009 as a Herding breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1933 as a Working breed.
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. 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 Kennel Club
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
Continental 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

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