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Name	St. Bernard	Chow Chow	Siberian Husky
Origins	Switzerland Italy	China	Russia
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Group	Working Dogs	Companion Dogs	Sled Dogs
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Common Names & Aliases Compare alternative names and nicknames used for St. Bernard, Chow Chow, and Siberian Husky breeds.	Alpine Mastiff Bernhardiner St. Barnhardshund St. Bernard Saint	Chowdren Chow	Chuksha Husky Icee Sibe Chukcha
Breed Classification How do breed classifications differ between St. Bernard, Chow Chow, and Siberian Husky? Compare their breeding categories.	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

St. Bernard vs Chow Chow vs Siberian Husky Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Compare size differences between St. Bernard, Chow Chow, and Siberian Husky. Which breed is the largest?	Giant	Medium	Medium
Weight Statistics How do weights compare between St. Bernard, Chow Chow, and Siberian Husky? Compare adult weight ranges.	110-200 pounds (50-91 kg)	45-70 pounds (20-32 kg)	Male: 45–60 pounds (20–27 kg), Female: 35–50 pounds (16–23 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	155 pounds (70.5 kg)	57.5 pounds (26 kg)	Male: 45–60 pounds (20–27 kg), Female: 35–50 pounds (16–23 kg)
Height Which is taller, St. Bernard or Chow Chow or Siberian Husky? St. Bernard vs Chow Chow vs Siberian Husky height comparison:	25.5-27.5 inches (61-70 cm)	Male: 20-22 inches (51-56 cm), Female: 18-20 inches (46-51 cm)	Male: 21–24 inches (53–61 cm), Female: 20–22 inches (51–56 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	25.5-27.5 inches (65.5 cm)	20 inches (51 cm)	Male: 21–24 inches (53–61 cm), Female: 20–22 inches (51–56 cm)

St. Bernard vs Chow Chow vs Siberian Husky Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy costs for St. Bernard, Chow Chow, and Siberian Husky. Find price differences between these breeds.	$1500-$1800	$600-$800	$700-$1200
Availability Which is easier to get, St. Bernard or Chow Chow or Siberian Husky?	Very frequent: The St.	Very frequent: The Chow Chow is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Siberian Husky is quite easy to get.

St. Bernard vs Chow Chow vs Siberian Husky Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Compare intelligence levels between St. Bernard, Chow Chow, and Siberian Husky. Which breed ranks highest?	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Low: The Chow Chow is one of the dog breeds that have the lowest degree of obedience intelligence. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.
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Training Difficulty Compare training difficulty levels between St. Bernard, Chow Chow, and Siberian Husky. Which is easiest to train?	A slightly harder to train than average. See more.	A slightly harder to train than average. See more.	Siberian Husky dogs are hard to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Rating Compare watchdog abilities of St. Bernard, Chow Chow, and Siberian Husky. Which breed is most alert?	St. See more.	Chow Chow dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Siberian Husky dogs are not the best choice if you want a good watchdog. See more.
Territorial Protection Compare territorial instincts between St. Bernard, Chow Chow, and Siberian Husky. Which breed is most protective?	St. See more.	Chow Chow dogs are average defenders. See more.	Siberian Husky dogs can't provide protection for their territory. See more.
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St. Bernard vs Chow Chow vs Siberian Husky Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits How do personalities differ between St. Bernard, Chow Chow, and Siberian Husky? Compare temperaments.	Independent Happy Friendly Gentle Going Social Quiet	Aloof Independent Protective Intelligent Loyal Quiet Detached	Alert Intelligent Friendly Outgoing Gentle
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Sensitive: St. See more.	Chow Chow dogs are less 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: St. Bernard vs Chow Chow vs Siberian Husky?	High: St. See more.	Slightly Below Average: Chow Chow dogs may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence. See more.	High: Siberian Husky dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs St. Bernard vs Chow Chow vs Siberian Husky social needs comparison:	St. See more.	Chow Chow dogs are kinda antisocial. See more.	Siberian Husky dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	St. See more.	Chow Chow dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Siberian Husky dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Their prey drive is low. See more.	Chow Chow dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.	Siberian Husky 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

St. Bernard vs Chow Chow vs Siberian Husky Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Compare barking frequencies of St. Bernard, Chow Chow, and Siberian Husky. Which breed is most vocal?	Low: The St. See more.	Low: The Chow Chow barks none to minimal. See more.	Average: The Siberian Husky barks occasionally. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Playful Nature Compare playfulness levels between St. Bernard, Chow Chow, and Siberian Husky. Which breed is most playful?	St. See more.	Chow Chows are not the most playful dog breed. See more.	The Siberian Husky is a playful breed. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Compare apartment suitability of St. Bernard, Chow Chow, and Siberian Husky. 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 St.	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 Chow Chow indoors.	It is not recommended to keep the Siberian Husky breed in the home.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

St. Bernard vs Chow Chow vs Siberian Husky Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Compare adaptability between St. Bernard, Chow Chow, and Siberian Husky. Which breed is most flexible?	St.	Chow Chow dogs don't adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Siberian Husky dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: St. Bernard or Chow Chow or Siberian Husky?	St.	Chow Chow dogs handle alone time quite well.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

St. Bernard vs Chow Chow vs Siberian Husky Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Compare biting potential between St. Bernard, Chow Chow, and Siberian Husky. Which has lowest bite risk?	Moderate ⏺ The St.	Moderate ⏺ The Chow Chow has an average chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Siberian Husky has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Compare mouthing tendencies between St. Bernard, Chow Chow, and Siberian Husky. Which uses mouth most during play?	St. See more.	Chow Chow dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Siberian Husky dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.
Bite Strength Rating Compare bite forces between St. Bernard, Chow Chow, and Siberian Husky. Which has the strongest bite?	Above 400 PSI 🔼 St.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Chow Chow bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Siberian Husky bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force

St. Bernard vs Chow Chow vs Siberian Husky Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Compare life expectancies of St. Bernard, Chow Chow, and Siberian Husky. Which breed lives longest?	8-10 years The average lifespan of St.	13-15 years The average lifespan of Chow Chow: 14 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Siberian Husky: 13 years
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Climate Tolerance Compare weather adaptability between St. Bernard, Chow Chow, and Siberian Husky. 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. See more.	Prefers cold weather The Chow Chow can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers cold weather The Siberian Husky can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. See more.
Health Concerns Compare health problems common in St. Bernard, Chow Chow, and Siberian Husky. Which has fewer health issues?	Very healthy dog breed.	The Chow Chow is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Siberian Husky is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
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Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Rare The St.	Average The Chow Chow should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Siberian Husky should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: St. Bernard vs Chow Chow vs Siberian Husky? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? St. Bernard vs Chow Chow vs Siberian Husky health problems comparison:	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Allergies Bloat Epilepsy Entropion Elbow Dysplasia Dilated Cardiomyopathy	Hip Dysplasia Ectropion	Cataracts Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Corneal Dystrophy

St. Bernard vs Chow Chow vs Siberian Husky Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Compare energy levels between St. Bernard, Chow Chow, and Siberian Husky. Which breed is most active?	St.	Chow Chow dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.	Siberian Husky dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need St. Bernard vs Chow Chow vs Siberian Husky exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: St. Bernard or Chow Chow or Siberian Husky? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	St.	Chow Chow dogs exercise need is minimal.	Siberian Husky dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: St. Bernard or Chow Chow or Siberian Husky?	St.	Chow Chow dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.	Siberian Husky dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

St. Bernard vs Chow Chow vs Siberian Husky Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Compare weight gain tendencies between St. Bernard, Chow Chow, and Siberian Husky. Which is most prone to obesity?	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the St. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Chow Chow's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Low to Average: The Siberian Husky has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.
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Food Consumption Compare food requirements between St. Bernard, Chow Chow, and Siberian Husky. Which needs most food?	6 to 8 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	4 to 5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	Recommended daily amount: 2.5 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot

St. Bernard vs Chow Chow vs Siberian Husky Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Compare hypoallergenic qualities of St. Bernard, Chow Chow, and Siberian Husky. Which is best for allergy sufferers?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
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Coat Colors Compare color variations between St. Bernard, Chow Chow, and Siberian Husky. What colors are available?	Black Red White Brown Brindle Tricolor	Black Red Blue Cream Cinnamon	Black Gray Red White Sable Agouti
Grooming Requirements Compare grooming needs between St. Bernard, Chow Chow, and Siberian Husky. Which requires most maintenance?	Average: The St. See more.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Average: The Siberian Husky requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Drooling Tendency Compare drooling tendencies between St. Bernard, Chow Chow, and Siberian Husky. Which drools least?	The St. See more.	The Chow Chow is an average drooler. See more.	The Siberian Husky is an average drooler. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Compare odor levels between St. Bernard, Chow Chow, and Siberian Husky. Which has least natural smell?	High 🔼 The St.	Medium ⏺ The Chow Chow has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Siberian Husky has a low chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics Compare coat types between St. Bernard, Chow Chow, and Siberian Husky. How do their fur characteristics differ?	Dense Rough Smooth	Rough	Fluffy
Bathing Needs Compare bathing needs between St. Bernard, Chow Chow, and Siberian Husky. Which requires most frequent baths?	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. 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.
Shedding Level Who sheds more St. Bernard or Chow Chow or Siberian Husky? St. Bernard or Chow Chow or {name3 shedding:	St. See more.	Chow Chow dogs shed above average. See more.	Siberian Husky dogs shed above average. See more.
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St. Bernard vs Chow Chow vs Siberian Husky Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Compare child-friendliness between St. Bernard, Chow Chow, and Siberian Husky. Which is best with kids?	St.	Chow Chow dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.	Siberian Husky dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
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Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	St.	Chow Chow dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.	Siberian Husky dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly St. Bernard or Chow Chow or Siberian Husky? Which dog is more friendly?	St.	Chow Chow dogs are not stranger friendly dogs.	Siberian Husky dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly St. Bernard or Chow Chow or Siberian Husky?	St.	Chow Chow dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Siberian Husky dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly St. Bernard or Chow Chow or Siberian Husky?	St.	Chow Chow dogs are not dog-friendly.	Siberian Husky dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: St. Bernard vs Chow Chow vs Siberian Husky?	No St.	No Chow Chow dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.	No Siberian Husky dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No St.	No Chow Chow is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Siberian Husky is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	St.	Chow Chows are not the best breed for elderly people.	Siberian Huskys are usually recommended for elderly people.

St. Bernard vs Chow Chow vs Siberian Husky As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Compare service dog potential between St. Bernard, Chow Chow, and Siberian Husky. Which is best suited for service work?	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 Work Suitability Compare therapy dog potential between St. Bernard, Chow Chow, and Siberian Husky. Which excels in therapy work?	Yes This breed makes a perfect 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.
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Scent Detection Ability Compare detection capabilities between St. Bernard, Chow Chow, and Siberian Husky. 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.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search & Rescue Potential Compare search and rescue potential between St. Bernard, Chow Chow, and Siberian Husky. Which is best for SAR work?	Yes This breed would make an excellent 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.
Maritime Work Ability Compare boating aptitude between St. Bernard, Chow Chow, and Siberian Husky. Which is best suited for water work?	Not really St. See more.	Not really Chow Chow breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Siberian Husky breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Compare cart pulling abilities between St. Bernard, Chow Chow, and Siberian Husky. Which is best for draft work?	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.
Military Service Background Compare military service history of St. Bernard, Chow Chow, and Siberian Husky. Which has most military use?	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

St. Bernard vs Chow Chow vs Siberian Husky Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare typical litter sizes of St. Bernard, Chow Chow, and Siberian Husky. Which has most puppies?	6-8 puppies	3-6 puppies	4-8 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare gestation periods of St. Bernard, Chow Chow, and Siberian Husky. Any breeding differences?	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding intervals between St. Bernard, Chow Chow, and Siberian Husky. What's recommended?	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.

St. Bernard vs Chow Chow vs Siberian Husky Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC groups for St. Bernard, Chow Chow, and Siberian Husky. How are they classified?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Working breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1903 as a Non-Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1930 as a Working breed.
FCI Classification Compare FCI groups for St. Bernard, Chow Chow, and Siberian Husky. How are they classified internationally?	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Asian Spitz and related breeds section.	Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Nordic Sledge Dogs section.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare breed recognition status of St. Bernard, Chow Chow, and Siberian Husky. Which has most recognition?	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	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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