Akbash Dog vs Great Pyrenees Comparison – Which dog is better Coban Kopegi or Chien De Montagne Des Pyrénées?

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Name	Akbash Dog	Great Pyrenees
Origins	Turkey	Spain France
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Group	Guard Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs
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Common Names & Aliases Compare different names used for Akbash Dog and Great Pyrenees. What other names are these breeds known by?	Coban Kopegi Akbash dog Turkish Shepherd	Chien De Montagne Des Pyrénées Chien Des Pyrénées Gos De Muntanya Dels Pirineus Montañés Del Pirineo Patou Great Pyrenees
Breed Classification Compare breed classifications between an Akbash Dog and a Great Pyrenees. Learn about their genetic backgrounds.	Purebred	Purebred

Akbash Dog vs Great Pyrenees Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Which is bigger: an Akbash Dog or a Great Pyrenees? Compare size differences between these breeds.	Large	Giant
Weight Statistics Compare weight ranges between an Akbash Dog and a Great Pyrenees. Which breed is heavier?	Male: 90–140 pounds (41–64 kg), Female: 75–105 pounds (34–48 kg)	Male: from 100 pounds (45 kg), Female: from 85 pounds (38 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 115 pounds (52,5 kg), Female: 90 pounds (41 kg)	Male: from 100 pounds (45 kg), Female: from 85 pounds (38 kg)
Height Which is taller, Akbash Dog or Great Pyrenees? Is an Akbash Dog taller than a Great Pyrenees?	Male: 28–32 inches (71–81 cm), Female: 27–30 inches (69–76 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: 30 inches (76 cm), Female: 28,5 inches (72,5 cm)	Male: 29.5 inches (75 cm), Female: 27 inches (68.5 cm)

Akbash Dog vs Great Pyrenees Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy prices between an Akbash Dog and a Great Pyrenees. Which breed costs more?	$500-$700	$500-$600
Availability Which is easier to get, Akbash Dog or Great Pyrenees?	Frequent: The Akbash Dog is easier than average to get.	Very frequent: The Great Pyrenees is quite easy to get.

Akbash Dog vs Great Pyrenees Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Which is smarter: an Akbash Dog or a Great Pyrenees? Compare intelligence rankings and learning abilities.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Training Difficulty Which is easier to train: an Akbash Dog or a Great Pyrenees? Compare training requirements.	Akbash Dog dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Great Pyrenees dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Rating Which makes a better watchdog: an Akbash Dog or a Great Pyrenees? Compare alertness levels.	Akbash Dog dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Great Pyrenees dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Which is more protective: an Akbash Dog or a Great Pyrenees? Compare territorial behaviors.	Akbash Dog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Great Pyrenees dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
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Akbash Dog vs Great Pyrenees Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits Compare personalities of an Akbash Dog and a Great Pyrenees. How do their temperaments differ?	Independent Alert Courageous Intelligent Affectionate Loyal	Confident Affectionate Patient Gentle Strong Willed Fearless
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Akbash Dog vs Great Pyrenees?	Akbash Dog 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.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Akbash Dog vs Great Pyrenees?	Average: Akbash Dog dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	Average: Great Pyrenees dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Akbash Dog vs Great Pyrenees social needs comparison:	Akbash Dog dogs are kinda antisocial. See more.	Great Pyrenees dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between Akbash Dog vs Great Pyrenees?	The wanderlust potential of the Akbash Dog is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Great Pyrenees 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? What's the difference between Akbash Dog vs Great Pyrenees? Which can be better for hunting?	Akbash Dog dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Great Pyrenees dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Akbash Dog vs Great Pyrenees Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Which breed barks more: an Akbash Dog or a Great Pyrenees? Compare vocalization tendencies.	Average: The Akbash Dog barks occasionally. See more.	Average to High: The Great Pyrenees is a vocal breed. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Playful Nature Which breed is more playful: an Akbash Dog or a Great Pyrenees? Compare play drive and energy.	Akbash Dogs are not the most playful dog breed. See more.	Great Pyreneess are not the most playful dog breed. See more.
Most Playful Dog Breeds
Apartment Adaptability Which is better for apartments: an Akbash Dog or a Great Pyrenees? Compare living space needs.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Akbash Dog breed.	It is not recommended to keep the Great Pyrenees breed in the home.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Akbash Dog vs Great Pyrenees Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Which adapts better to changes: an Akbash Dog or a Great Pyrenees? Compare adaptability levels.	Average: Akbash Dog dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Great Pyrenees dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Akbash Dog or Great Pyrenees?	Akbash Dog dogs handle alone time quite well.	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.

Akbash Dog vs Great Pyrenees Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Which has lower bite risk: an Akbash Dog or a Great Pyrenees? Compare biting tendencies.	Low 🔽 The Akbash Dog has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Great Pyrenees has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Which is more mouthy: an Akbash Dog or a Great Pyrenees? Compare mouthing behaviors.	Akbash Dog dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Great Pyrenees dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.
Bite Strength Rating Which has a stronger bite: an Akbash Dog or a Great Pyrenees? Compare bite force PSI.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Akbash Dog bite force: Ordinary.	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Great Pyrenees bite force: The Strongest.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force

Akbash Dog vs Great Pyrenees Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Which lives longer: an Akbash Dog or a Great Pyrenees? Compare average lifespans.	10-12 years The average lifespan of Akbash Dog: 11 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Great Pyrenees: 11 years
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Climate Tolerance Which handles weather better: an Akbash Dog or a Great Pyrenees? Compare climate tolerances.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Akbash Dog can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers cold weather The Great Pyrenees can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. See more.
Health Concerns Compare common health issues between an Akbash Dog and a Great Pyrenees. Which breed is healthier?	Akbash Dogs tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	Great Pyreneess are commonly healthy dogs.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Akbash Dog vs Great Pyrenees?	Frequent The Akbash Dog 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).
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Akbash Dog vs Great Pyrenees? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Akbash Dog vs Great Pyrenees health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Luxating Patella Hypothyroidism Umbilical Hernias Bloat Epilepsy Heart Problems	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Bloat Entropion Drug Sensitivity Elbow Dysplasia Addison's Disease

Akbash Dog vs Great Pyrenees Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Which breed is more energetic: an Akbash Dog or a Great Pyrenees? Compare activity levels.	Akbash Dog dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.	Great Pyrenees dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Akbash Dog vs Great Pyrenees exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Akbash Dog or Great Pyrenees? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Akbash Dog dogs exercise need is minimal.	Great Pyrenees dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Akbash Dog or Great Pyrenees?	Akbash Dog dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.	Great Pyrenees dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Akbash Dog vs Great Pyrenees Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Which gains weight easier: an Akbash Dog or a Great Pyrenees? Compare obesity risks.	Average: The Akbash Dog has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Great Pyrenees's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity
Food Consumption Which eats more: an Akbash Dog or a Great Pyrenees? Compare daily food needs.	3-4 cup high-quality commercial dog food (that is formulated for large-breed dogs), divided into two meals.	8 to 10 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot

Akbash Dog vs Great Pyrenees Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Which is more hypoallergenic: an Akbash Dog or a Great Pyrenees? Compare allergy friendliness.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Coat Colors What color variations exist for Akbash Dog and Great Pyrenees? Compare breed colors.	White	White
Grooming Requirements Which needs more grooming: an Akbash Dog or a Great Pyrenees? Compare maintenance needs.	Average: The Akbash Dog requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The Great Pyrenees requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Drooling Tendency Which drools more: an Akbash Dog or a Great Pyrenees? Compare drooling amounts.	The Akbash Dog is an average drooler. See more.	The Great Pyrenees is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Which has less odor: an Akbash Dog or a Great Pyrenees? Compare natural smell levels.	Medium ⏺ The Akbash Dog has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Great Pyrenees has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics How do coats differ between an Akbash Dog and a Great Pyrenees? Compare fur types.	Thick Smooth	Dense Double
Bathing Needs Which needs more baths: an Akbash Dog or a Great Pyrenees? Compare bathing frequencies.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. 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 Akbash Dog or Great Pyrenees? Do Akbash Dog dogs shed more than Great Pyrenees dogs?	Akbash Dog dogs shed moderately. See more.	Great Pyrenees dogs shed above average. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most

Akbash Dog vs Great Pyrenees Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Which is better with children: an Akbash Dog or a Great Pyrenees? Compare kid-friendliness.	Akbash Dog dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Great Pyrenees dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Akbash Dog dogs are generally with other pets.	Great Pyrenees dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Akbash Dog or Great Pyrenees? Which dog is more friendly?	Akbash Dog dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Great Pyrenees 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 Akbash Dog or Great Pyrenees?	Akbash Dog dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Great Pyrenees dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Akbash Dog or Great Pyrenees? Can an Akbash Dog and a Great Pyrenees be friends? Do Akbash Dog dogs get along with Great Pyrenees dogs?	Akbash Dog dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Great Pyrenees dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: Akbash Dog vs Great Pyrenees?	Yes Akbash Dog 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.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Akbash Dog 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?	Akbash Dogs are usually recommended for elderly people.	Great Pyreneess are usually recommended for elderly people.

Akbash Dog vs Great Pyrenees As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Which makes a better service dog: an Akbash Dog or a Great Pyrenees? Compare service capabilities.	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 Which is better for therapy work: an Akbash Dog or a Great Pyrenees? Compare therapy capabilities.	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
Scent Detection Ability Which is better at detection work: an Akbash Dog or a Great Pyrenees? Compare scenting abilities.	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 Which is better for search and rescue: an Akbash Dog or a Great Pyrenees? Compare SAR abilities.	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 Which is better on boats: an Akbash Dog or a Great Pyrenees? Compare maritime abilities.	Not really Akbash Dog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Great Pyrenees breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Which is better at pulling: an Akbash Dog or a Great Pyrenees? Compare draft work capabilities.	Yes A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Yes A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Military Service Background Compare military history between Akbash Dog and Great Pyrenees. Which has stronger military background?	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.

Akbash Dog vs Great Pyrenees Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare litter sizes between Akbash Dog and Great Pyrenees. Which has larger litters?	6-8 puppies	6-9 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare pregnancy duration between Akbash Dog and Great Pyrenees breeds.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding frequencies between Akbash Dog and Great Pyrenees. Which needs longer recovery?	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.

Akbash Dog vs Great Pyrenees Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC classifications of Akbash Dog and Great Pyrenees. Which groups do they belong to?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1933 as a Working breed.
FCI Classification Compare FCI classifications of Akbash Dog and Great Pyrenees. Which groups are they in?	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type section.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare kennel club recognition between Akbash Dog and Great Pyrenees. Which is more widely recognized?	American Canine Registry America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Continental Kennel Club National 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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Whitney Hall
Jul 8, 2019, 5:05:31 PM:
Awesome. Very informative.
Ash
Jan 5, 2020, 3:33:21 AM:
Dog Trainer
Aug 26, 2020, 3:12:44 AM:
An Akbash is not suited for a first time pet owner and they aren’t easy to train. In fact, the Pyr is much easier. I wouldn’t recommend anyone get an Akbash over a Pyr.