Akbash Dog vs St. Bernard Comparison – Which dog is better Coban Kopegi or Alpine Mastiff?

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Name	Akbash Dog	St. Bernard
Origins	Turkey	Switzerland Italy
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Group	Guard Dogs	Working Dogs
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Common Names & Aliases Compare different names used for Akbash Dog and St. Bernard. What other names are these breeds known by?	Coban Kopegi Akbash dog Turkish Shepherd	Alpine Mastiff Bernhardiner St. Barnhardshund St. Bernard Saint
Breed Classification Compare breed classifications between an Akbash Dog and a St. Bernard. Learn about their genetic backgrounds.	Purebred	Purebred

Akbash Dog vs St. Bernard Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Which is bigger: an Akbash Dog or a St. Bernard? Compare size differences between these breeds.	Large	Giant
Weight Statistics Compare weight ranges between an Akbash Dog and a St. Bernard. Which breed is heavier?	Male: 90–140 pounds (41–64 kg), Female: 75–105 pounds (34–48 kg)	110-200 pounds (50-91 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 115 pounds (52,5 kg), Female: 90 pounds (41 kg)	155 pounds (70.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Akbash Dog or St. Bernard? Is an Akbash Dog taller than a St. Bernard?	Male: 28–32 inches (71–81 cm), Female: 27–30 inches (69–76 cm)	25.5-27.5 inches (61-70 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 30 inches (76 cm), Female: 28,5 inches (72,5 cm)	25.5-27.5 inches (65.5 cm)

Akbash Dog vs St. Bernard Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy prices between an Akbash Dog and a St. Bernard. Which breed costs more?	$500-$700	$1500-$1800
Availability Which is easier to get, Akbash Dog or St. Bernard?	Frequent: The Akbash Dog is easier than average to get.	Very frequent: The St.

Akbash Dog vs St. Bernard Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Which is smarter: an Akbash Dog or a St. Bernard? Compare intelligence rankings and learning abilities.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Training Difficulty Which is easier to train: an Akbash Dog or a St. Bernard? Compare training requirements.	Akbash Dog dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	A slightly harder to train than average. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Rating Which makes a better watchdog: an Akbash Dog or a St. Bernard? Compare alertness levels.	Akbash Dog dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	St. See more.
Territorial Protection Which is more protective: an Akbash Dog or a St. Bernard? Compare territorial behaviors.	Akbash Dog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	St. See more.
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Akbash Dog vs St. Bernard Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits Compare personalities of an Akbash Dog and a St. Bernard. How do their temperaments differ?	Independent Alert Courageous Intelligent Affectionate Loyal	Independent Happy Friendly Gentle Going Social Quiet
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Akbash Dog vs St. Bernard?	Akbash Dog dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	Sensitive: St. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Akbash Dog vs St. Bernard?	Average: Akbash Dog dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	High: St. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Akbash Dog vs St. Bernard social needs comparison:	Akbash Dog dogs are kinda antisocial. See more.	St. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between Akbash Dog vs St. Bernard?	The wanderlust potential of the Akbash Dog is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	St. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between Akbash Dog vs St. Bernard? Which can be better for hunting?	Akbash Dog dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Their prey drive is low. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Akbash Dog vs St. Bernard Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Which breed barks more: an Akbash Dog or a St. Bernard? Compare vocalization tendencies.	Average: The Akbash Dog barks occasionally. See more.	Low: The St. 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 St. Bernard? Compare play drive and energy.	Akbash Dogs are not the most playful dog breed. See more.	St. See more.
Most Playful Dog Breeds
Apartment Adaptability Which is better for apartments: an Akbash Dog or a St. Bernard? Compare living space needs.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Akbash Dog breed.	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.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Akbash Dog vs St. Bernard Adaptability and Independence Comparison

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

Akbash Dog vs St. Bernard Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Akbash Dog vs St. Bernard Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Which lives longer: an Akbash Dog or a St. Bernard? Compare average lifespans.	10-12 years The average lifespan of Akbash Dog: 11 years	8-10 years The average lifespan of St.
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Climate Tolerance Which handles weather better: an Akbash Dog or a St. Bernard? 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.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.
Health Concerns Compare common health issues between an Akbash Dog and a St. Bernard. Which breed is healthier?	Akbash Dogs tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	Very healthy dog breed.
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Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Akbash Dog vs St. Bernard?	Frequent The Akbash Dog should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Rare The St.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Akbash Dog vs St. Bernard? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Akbash Dog vs St. Bernard health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Luxating Patella Hypothyroidism Umbilical Hernias Bloat Epilepsy Heart Problems	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Allergies Bloat Epilepsy Entropion Elbow Dysplasia Dilated Cardiomyopathy

Akbash Dog vs St. Bernard Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Which breed is more energetic: an Akbash Dog or a St. Bernard? Compare activity levels.	Akbash Dog dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.	St.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Akbash Dog vs St. Bernard exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Akbash Dog or St. Bernard? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Akbash Dog dogs exercise need is minimal.	St.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Akbash Dog or St. Bernard?	Akbash Dog dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.	St.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Akbash Dog vs St. Bernard Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Which gains weight easier: an Akbash Dog or a St. Bernard? 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 St. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity
Food Consumption Which eats more: an Akbash Dog or a St. Bernard? Compare daily food needs.	3-4 cup high-quality commercial dog food (that is formulated for large-breed dogs), divided into two meals.	6 to 8 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot

Akbash Dog vs St. Bernard Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Which is more hypoallergenic: an Akbash Dog or a St. Bernard? Compare allergy friendliness.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Coat Colors What color variations exist for Akbash Dog and St. Bernard? Compare breed colors.	White	Black Red White Brown Brindle Tricolor
Grooming Requirements Which needs more grooming: an Akbash Dog or a St. Bernard? Compare maintenance needs.	Average: The Akbash Dog requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The St. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Drooling Tendency Which drools more: an Akbash Dog or a St. Bernard? Compare drooling amounts.	The Akbash Dog is an average drooler. See more.	The St. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Which has less odor: an Akbash Dog or a St. Bernard? Compare natural smell levels.	Medium ⏺ The Akbash Dog has an average chance of bad smell.	High 🔼 The St.
Coat Characteristics How do coats differ between an Akbash Dog and a St. Bernard? Compare fur types.	Thick Smooth	Dense Rough Smooth
Bathing Needs Which needs more baths: an Akbash Dog or a St. Bernard? Compare bathing frequencies.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Akbash Dog or St. Bernard? Do Akbash Dog dogs shed more than St. Bernard dogs?	Akbash Dog dogs shed moderately. See more.	St. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most

Akbash Dog vs St. Bernard Good With Comparison

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

Akbash Dog vs St. Bernard As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Which makes a better service dog: an Akbash Dog or a St. Bernard? 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 St. Bernard? Compare therapy capabilities.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.
Therapy Dog Breeds
Scent Detection Ability Which is better at detection work: an Akbash Dog or a St. Bernard? 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 St. Bernard? Compare SAR abilities.	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 Which is better on boats: an Akbash Dog or a St. Bernard? Compare maritime abilities.	Not really Akbash Dog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really St. See more.
Draft Work Capability Which is better at pulling: an Akbash Dog or a St. Bernard? 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 St. Bernard. Which has stronger military background?	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

Akbash Dog vs St. Bernard Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare litter sizes between Akbash Dog and St. Bernard. Which has larger litters?	6-8 puppies	6-8 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare pregnancy duration between Akbash Dog and St. Bernard breeds.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding frequencies between Akbash Dog and St. Bernard. 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 St. Bernard Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC classifications of Akbash Dog and St. Bernard. Which groups do they belong to?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Working breed.
FCI Classification Compare FCI classifications of Akbash Dog and St. Bernard. Which groups are they in?	Not recognized by FCI.	Not recognized by FCI.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare kennel club recognition between Akbash Dog and St. Bernard. 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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