Alaskan Husky vs St. Bernard Comparison – Which dog is better Husky or Alpine Mastiff?

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Name	Alaskan Husky	St. Bernard
Origins	United States	Switzerland Italy
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Group	Sled Dogs	Working Dogs
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Common Names & Aliases Compare different names used for Alaskan Husky and St. Bernard. What other names are these breeds known by?	Husky	Alpine Mastiff Bernhardiner St. Barnhardshund St. Bernard Saint
Breed Classification Compare breed classifications between an Alaskan Husky and a St. Bernard. Learn about their genetic backgrounds.	Cross Breed	Purebred

Alaskan Husky vs St. Bernard Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Which is bigger: an Alaskan Husky or a St. Bernard? Compare size differences between these breeds.	Medium	Giant
Weight Statistics Compare weight ranges between an Alaskan Husky and a St. Bernard. Which breed is heavier?	Male: 40-60 pounds (18-27 kg), Female: 35-48 pounds (16-22 kg)	110-200 pounds (50-91 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 50 pounds (22.5 kg), Female: 41.5 pounds (19 kg)	155 pounds (70.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Alaskan Husky or St. Bernard? Is an Alaskan Husky taller than a St. Bernard?	20-24 inches (51-61 cm)	25.5-27.5 inches (61-70 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	22 inches (56 cm)	25.5-27.5 inches (65.5 cm)

Alaskan Husky vs St. Bernard Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy prices between an Alaskan Husky and a St. Bernard. Which breed costs more?	$1000-$1500	$1500-$1800
Availability Which is easier to get, Alaskan Husky or St. Bernard?	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.	Very frequent: The St.

Alaskan Husky vs St. Bernard Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Which is smarter: an Alaskan Husky or a St. Bernard? Compare intelligence rankings and learning abilities.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.
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Training Difficulty Which is easier to train: an Alaskan Husky or a St. Bernard? Compare training requirements.	A slightly harder to train than average. See more.	A slightly harder to train than average. See more.
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Watchdog Rating Which makes a better watchdog: an Alaskan Husky or a St. Bernard? Compare alertness levels.	Alaskan Husky dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	St. See more.
Territorial Protection Which is more protective: an Alaskan Husky or a St. Bernard? Compare territorial behaviors.	Alaskan Husky dogs are average defenders. See more.	St. See more.
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Alaskan Husky vs St. Bernard Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits Compare personalities of an Alaskan Husky and a St. Bernard. How do their temperaments differ?	Agile Energetic Protective Alert Powerful Sensitive	Independent Happy Friendly Gentle Going Social Quiet
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Alaskan Husky vs St. Bernard?	Sensitive: Alaskan Husky dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	Sensitive: St. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Alaskan Husky vs St. Bernard?	Average to High: Alaskan Husky dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	High: St. See more.
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Social Needs Alaskan Husky vs St. Bernard social needs comparison:	Alaskan Husky dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	St. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between Alaskan Husky vs St. Bernard?	Alaskan Husky dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	St. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between Alaskan Husky vs St. Bernard? Which can be better for hunting?	Alaskan Husky 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

Alaskan Husky vs St. Bernard Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Which breed barks more: an Alaskan Husky or a St. Bernard? Compare vocalization tendencies.	Average to High: The Alaskan Husky is a vocal breed. 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 Alaskan Husky or a St. Bernard? Compare play drive and energy.	The Alaskan Husky is a highly playful breed. See more.	St. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Which is better for apartments: an Alaskan Husky or a St. Bernard? Compare living space needs.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Alaskan Husky 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.
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Alaskan Husky vs St. Bernard Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Which adapts better to changes: an Alaskan Husky or a St. Bernard? Compare adaptability levels.	Alaskan Husky dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	St.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Alaskan Husky or St. Bernard?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	St.

Alaskan Husky vs St. Bernard Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Alaskan Husky vs St. Bernard Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Which lives longer: an Alaskan Husky or a St. Bernard? Compare average lifespans.	9-15 years The average lifespan of Alaskan Husky: 12 years	8-10 years The average lifespan of St.
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Climate Tolerance Which handles weather better: an Alaskan Husky or a St. Bernard? Compare climate tolerances.	Prefers cold weather The Alaskan Husky can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also 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 Alaskan Husky and a St. Bernard. Which breed is healthier?	Alaskan Huskys 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: Alaskan Husky vs St. Bernard?	Frequent The Alaskan Husky 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: Alaskan Husky vs St. Bernard? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Alaskan Husky vs St. Bernard health problems comparison:	Hyperthyroidism Laryngeal Paresis Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Allergies Bloat Epilepsy Entropion Elbow Dysplasia Dilated Cardiomyopathy

Alaskan Husky vs St. Bernard Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Which breed is more energetic: an Alaskan Husky or a St. Bernard? Compare activity levels.	Alaskan Husky dogs are high-energy dogs.	St.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Alaskan Husky vs St. Bernard exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Alaskan Husky or St. Bernard? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Alaskan Husky dogs need a lot of exercises.	St.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Alaskan Husky or St. Bernard?	Alaskan Husky dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	St.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Alaskan Husky vs St. Bernard Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Which gains weight easier: an Alaskan Husky or a St. Bernard? Compare obesity risks.	Low to Average: The Alaskan Husky has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the St. See more.
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Food Consumption Which eats more: an Alaskan Husky or a St. Bernard? Compare daily food needs.	1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three meals.	6 to 8 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot

Alaskan Husky vs St. Bernard Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Which is more hypoallergenic: an Alaskan Husky or a St. Bernard? Compare allergy friendliness.	No See more.	No See more.
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Coat Colors What color variations exist for Alaskan Husky and St. Bernard? Compare breed colors.	Black Gray White Blonde Orange	Black Red White Brown Brindle Tricolor
Grooming Requirements Which needs more grooming: an Alaskan Husky or a St. Bernard? Compare maintenance needs.	Average: The Alaskan Husky 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 Alaskan Husky or a St. Bernard? Compare drooling amounts.	The Alaskan Husky is an average drooler. See more.	The St. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Which has less odor: an Alaskan Husky or a St. Bernard? Compare natural smell levels.	Medium ⏺ The Alaskan Husky has an average chance of bad smell.	High 🔼 The St.
Coat Characteristics How do coats differ between an Alaskan Husky and a St. Bernard? Compare fur types.	Dense	Dense Rough Smooth
Bathing Needs Which needs more baths: an Alaskan Husky or a St. Bernard? Compare bathing frequencies.	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.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Alaskan Husky or St. Bernard? Do Alaskan Husky dogs shed more than St. Bernard dogs?	Alaskan Husky dogs shed moderately. See more.	St. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most

Alaskan Husky vs St. Bernard Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Which is better with children: an Alaskan Husky or a St. Bernard? Compare kid-friendliness.	Alaskan Husky dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.	St.
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Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Alaskan Husky dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.	St.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Alaskan Husky or St. Bernard? Which dog is more friendly?	Alaskan Husky dogs are very 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 Alaskan Husky or St. Bernard?	Alaskan Husky dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.	St.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Alaskan Husky or St. Bernard? Can an Alaskan Husky and a St. Bernard be friends? Do Alaskan Husky dogs get along with St. Bernard dogs?	Alaskan Husky dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	St.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: Alaskan Husky vs St. Bernard?	No Alaskan Husky dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.	No St.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Alaskan Husky is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No St.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Alaskan Huskys are commonly okay with elderly people.	St.

Alaskan Husky vs St. Bernard As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Which makes a better service dog: an Alaskan Husky 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 Alaskan Husky 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.
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Scent Detection Ability Which is better at detection work: an Alaskan Husky 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 Alaskan Husky 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 Alaskan Husky or a St. Bernard? Compare maritime abilities.	Not really Alaskan Husky 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 Alaskan Husky or a St. Bernard? Compare draft work capabilities.	Not really 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 Alaskan Husky 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.

Alaskan Husky vs St. Bernard Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare litter sizes between Alaskan Husky and St. Bernard. Which has larger litters?	4-10 puppies	6-8 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare pregnancy duration between Alaskan Husky and St. Bernard breeds.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding frequencies between Alaskan Husky 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.

Alaskan Husky vs St. Bernard Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC classifications of Alaskan Husky 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 Alaskan Husky and St. Bernard. Which groups are they in?	Not recognized by FCI.	Not recognized by FCI.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare kennel club recognition between Alaskan Husky and St. Bernard. Which is more widely recognized?	Dog Registry of America Inc.	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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