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Bernese Mountain Dog vs Alaskan Malamute vs American White Shepherd Comparison - Dog breed selector: Berner or Mally or White Canadian Shepherd? Find the right dog for you

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Name Bernese Mountain Dog Alaskan Malamute American White Shepherd
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Group Working Dogs Sled Dogs Working Dogs
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Berner
Bernese Cattle Dog
Berner Sennenhund
Mally
Mal
White Canadian Shepherd
American White Shepherd
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Bernese Mountain Dog vs Alaskan Malamute vs American White Shepherd breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Bernese Mountain Dog vs Alaskan Malamute vs American White Shepherd Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Bernese Mountain Dog or Alaskan Malamute or American White Shepherd? Which is the smallest dog, Bernese Mountain Dog or Alaskan Malamute or American White Shepherd?
Large Large Large
Weight
Which is heavier, Bernese Mountain Dog or Alaskan Malamute or Alaskan Malamute? Bernese Mountain Dog vs Alaskan Malamute vs American White Shepherd weight comparison:
Male: 85-110 pounds (38–50 kg), Female: 80-105 pounds (36–48 kg) Male: 80 - 95 pounds (36 - 43 kg), Female: 70 - 85 pounds (32 - 38 kg) Male: 66-88 pounds (30-40 kg), Female: 49-71 pounds (22-32 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 97.5 pounds (38–50 kg), Female: 92.5 pounds (36–48 kg) Male: 80 - 95 pounds (36 - 43 kg), Female: 70 - 85 pounds (32 - 38 kg) Male: 77 pounds (35 kg), Female: 60 pounds (27 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Bernese Mountain Dog or Alaskan Malamute or American White Shepherd? Bernese Mountain Dog vs Alaskan Malamute vs American White Shepherd height comparison:
Male: 24-28 inches (61–71 cm), Female: 23-27 inches (58–69 cm) Male: 24 - 26 inches (61 - 66 cm), Female: 22 - 24 inches (56 - 61 cm) Male: 24-26 inches (60-65 cm), Female: 22-24 inches (55-60 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 26 inches (61–71 cm), Female: 25 inches (58–69 cm) Male: 24 - 26 inches (61 - 66 cm), Female: 22 - 24 inches (56 - 61 cm) Male: 25 inches (62.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (57.5 cm)

Bernese Mountain Dog vs Alaskan Malamute vs American White Shepherd Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Bernese Mountain Dog or Alaskan Malamute or American White Shepherd? Which is more expensive?
$800-$1000 $1200-$1500 $1800-$2500
Availability
Which is easier to get, Bernese Mountain Dog or Alaskan Malamute or American White Shepherd?
Very frequent: The Bernese Mountain Dog is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Alaskan Malamute is quite easy to get.
Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.

Bernese Mountain Dog vs Alaskan Malamute vs American White Shepherd Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Bernese Mountain Dog vs Alaskan Malamute vs American White Shepherd intelligence:
Very smart: Bernese Mountain Dog is an excellent dog breed.
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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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Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Trainability
Bernese Mountain Dog vs Alaskan Malamute vs American White Shepherd trainability comparison.
Bernese Mountain Dog dogs are easy to train.
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Alaskan Malamute dogs are easy to train.
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American White Shepherd dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Bernese Mountain Dog or Alaskan Malamute or American White Shepherd?
Bernese Mountain Dog dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Alaskan Malamute dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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American White Shepherd dogs are good watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Bernese Mountain Dog or Alaskan Malamute or American White Shepherd? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Bernese Mountain Dog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Alaskan Malamute dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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American White Shepherd dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Bernese Mountain Dog vs Alaskan Malamute vs American White Shepherd Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Bernese Mountain Dog or Alaskan Malamute or American White Shepherd? Bernese Mountain Dog vs Alaskan Malamute vs American White Shepherd behavior/temperament comparison:
Intelligent
Affectionate
Loyal
Faithful
Playful
Dignified
Friendly
Affectionate
Loyal
Devoted
Aloof
Alert
Selfish
Fearless
Eager
Companionable
Confidence
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
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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American White Shepherd dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Bernese Mountain Dog vs Alaskan Malamute vs American White Shepherd?
Average: Bernese Mountain Dog dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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Average: Alaskan Malamute dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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Average to High: American White Shepherd dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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Social Needs
Bernese Mountain Dog vs Alaskan Malamute vs American White Shepherd social needs comparison:
Bernese Mountain Dog dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Alaskan Malamute dogs are a social breed.
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American White Shepherd dogs are a social breed.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Bernese Mountain Dog dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Alaskan Malamute dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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American White Shepherd dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Bernese Mountain Dog dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Alaskan Malamute dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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American White Shepherd 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.
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Bernese Mountain Dog vs Alaskan Malamute vs American White Shepherd Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Bernese Mountain Dog vs Alaskan Malamute vs American White Shepherd playfulness comparison:
Average: Bernese Mountain Dogs, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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The Alaskan Malamute is a playful breed.
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The American White Shepherd is a playful breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Bernese Mountain Dog vs Alaskan Malamute vs American White Shepherd?
Average: The Bernese Mountain Dog barks occasionally.
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Low to Average: The Alaskan Malamute rarely barks.
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Low to Average: The American White Shepherd rarely barks.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Bernese Mountain Dog or Alaskan Malamute or American White Shepherd?
It is not recommended to keep the Bernese Mountain Dog breed in the home.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Alaskan Malamute 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 American White Shepherd indoors.

Bernese Mountain Dog vs Alaskan Malamute vs American White Shepherd Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
Average: Bernese Mountain Dog dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Average: Alaskan Malamute dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Average: American White Shepherd dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Bernese Mountain Dog or Alaskan Malamute or American White Shepherd?
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.
Alaskan Malamute 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.
American White Shepherd 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.

Bernese Mountain Dog vs Alaskan Malamute vs American White Shepherd Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Bernese Mountain Dog or Alaskan Malamute or American White Shepherd?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Bernese Mountain Dog bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Alaskan Malamute bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

American White Shepherd bite force: Ordinary.
Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:

Low 🔽

The Bernese Mountain Dog has a low chance of biting somebody.

Moderate

The Alaskan Malamute has an average chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The American White Shepherd has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Bernese Mountain Dog vs Alaskan Malamute vs American White Shepherd mouthiness comparison:
Bernese Mountain Dog dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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Alaskan Malamute dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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American White Shepherd dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Bernese Mountain Dog vs Alaskan Malamute vs American White Shepherd Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Bernese Mountain Dog vs Alaskan Malamute vs American White Shepherd health comparison. Which is the healthier: Bernese Mountain Dog vs Alaskan Malamute vs American White Shepherd?
Very healthy dog breed.
The Alaskan Malamute is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
American White Shepherds tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Bernese Mountain Dog vs Alaskan Malamute vs American White Shepherd? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Bernese Mountain Dog vs Alaskan Malamute vs American White Shepherd health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Cancer
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Von Willebrand's Disease
Bloat
Elbow Dysplasia
Panosteitis
Portosystemic Liver Shunt
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Hypothyroidism
Chondrodysplasia
Hemeralopia
Inherited Polyneuropathy
No data available
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Rare
The Bernese Mountain Dog should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Average
The Alaskan Malamute should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Frequent
The American White Shepherd should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Life Expectancy
Bernese Mountain Dog vs Alaskan Malamute vs American White Shepherd lifespan comparison. How long do Bernese Mountain Dog, Alaskan Malamute and American White Shepherd breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
7-11 years
The average lifespan of Bernese Mountain Dog: 9 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Alaskan Malamute: 13 years
12-14 years
The average lifespan of American White Shepherd: 13 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Bernese Mountain Dog vs Alaskan Malamute vs American White Shepherd?
Prefers cold weather
The Bernese Mountain Dog can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog.
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Prefers cold weather
The Alaskan Malamute can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog.
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Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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Bernese Mountain Dog vs Alaskan Malamute vs American White Shepherd Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Bernese Mountain Dog or Alaskan Malamute or American White Shepherd? Bernese Mountain Dog vs Alaskan Malamute vs American White Shepherd energy level comparison:
Bernese Mountain Dog dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Alaskan Malamute dogs are high-energy dogs.
American White Shepherd dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Bernese Mountain Dog vs Alaskan Malamute vs American White Shepherd exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Bernese Mountain Dog or Alaskan Malamute or American White Shepherd? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Bernese Mountain Dog dogs have an average exercise need.
Alaskan Malamute dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
American White Shepherd dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Bernese Mountain Dog or Alaskan Malamute or American White Shepherd?
Bernese Mountain Dog dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Alaskan Malamute dogs don't need too much sleep.
American White Shepherd dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.

Bernese Mountain Dog vs Alaskan Malamute vs American White Shepherd Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Bernese Mountain Dog or Alaskan Malamute or American White Shepherd?
6 to 8 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. Recommended daily amount: 4 to 5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 3 to 4 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? Bernese Mountain Dog vs Alaskan Malamute vs American White Shepherd weight gain potential comparison:
Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Bernese Mountain Dog's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Average: The Alaskan Malamute has an average risk for obesity.
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Low to Average: The American White Shepherd has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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Bernese Mountain Dog vs Alaskan Malamute vs American White Shepherd Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Bernese Mountain Dog vs Alaskan Malamute vs American White Shepherd coat comparison:
Dense Dense
Rough
Thick
Weather-resistant
Wavy
Colors
What are the original Bernese Mountain Dog, Alaskan Malamute and American White Shepherd color?
Black
White
Black
Gray
Red
White
White
Light Cream
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Bernese Mountain Dog or Alaskan Malamute or American White Shepherd? Bernese Mountain Dog vs Alaskan Malamute vs American White Shepherd grooming comparison:
Average: The Bernese Mountain Dog requires average grooming effort.
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Average: The Alaskan Malamute requires average grooming effort.
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Average: The American White Shepherd requires average grooming effort.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Bernese Mountain Dog or Alaskan Malamute or American White Shepherd? Bernese Mountain Dog or Alaskan Malamute or {name3 shedding:
Bernese Mountain Dog dogs shed above average.
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Alaskan Malamute dogs are heavy shedders.
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American White Shepherd dogs are heavy shedders.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Bernese Mountain Dog or Alaskan Malamute or American White Shepherd?
4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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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
Bernese Mountain Dog vs Alaskan Malamute vs American White Shepherd 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, Bernese Mountain Dog vs Alaskan Malamute vs American White Shepherd?

Medium

The Bernese Mountain Dog has an average chance of bad smell.

Low 🔽

The Alaskan Malamute has a low chance of bad smell.

Medium

The American White Shepherd has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?
The Bernese Mountain Dog drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed.
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The Alaskan Malamute is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The American White Shepherd is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Bernese Mountain Dog vs Alaskan Malamute vs American White Shepherd Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Bernese Mountain Dog dogs are generally with other pets.
Alaskan Malamute dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
American White Shepherd dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Bernese Mountain Dog or Alaskan Malamute or American White Shepherd? Which dog is more friendly?
Bernese Mountain Dog dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Alaskan Malamute dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
American White Shepherd dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Bernese Mountain Dog or Alaskan Malamute or American White Shepherd?
Bernese Mountain Dog dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Alaskan Malamute dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
American White Shepherd dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Bernese Mountain Dog or Alaskan Malamute or American White Shepherd?
Bernese Mountain Dog dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Alaskan Malamute dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
American White Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Bernese Mountain Dog or Alaskan Malamute or American White Shepherd?
Bernese Mountain Dog dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Alaskan Malamute dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
American White Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Bernese Mountain Dog vs Alaskan Malamute vs American White Shepherd?
Yes
Bernese Mountain Dog dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Alaskan Malamute dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
American White Shepherd dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
Bernese Mountain Dog is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Alaskan Malamute is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
American White Shepherd is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
Bernese Mountain Dogs are usually recommended for elderly people.
Alaskan Malamutes are usually recommended for elderly people.
American White Shepherds are usually recommended for elderly people.

Bernese Mountain Dog vs Alaskan Malamute vs American White Shepherd 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: Bernese Mountain Dog or Alaskan Malamute or American White Shepherd? Which is better for autism?

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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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?

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 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: Bernese Mountain Dog vs Alaskan Malamute vs American White Shepherd?

Not really

Bernese Mountain Dog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Alaskan Malamute breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

American White Shepherd 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?

Yes

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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Not really

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.

Yes

In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Bernese Mountain Dog vs Alaskan Malamute vs American White Shepherd 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 Bernese Mountain Dog and Alaskan Malamute and American White Shepherd have?
1-14 puppies, average 8 4-10 puppies 5-10 puppies

Bernese Mountain Dog vs Alaskan Malamute vs American White Shepherd Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1937 as a Working breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1935 as a Working breed. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI?
Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Swiss Mountain- and Cattledogs section. Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Nordic Sledge Dogs section. Not recognized by FCI.
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
Canadian Canine Registry
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.
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
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