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Name	Bernese Mountain Dog	Cane Corso	Alaskan Husky
Origins	Switzerland	Italy	United States
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Group	Working Dogs	Working Dogs	Sled Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Berner Bernese Cattle Dog Berner Sennenhund	Cane Di Macellaio Cane Corz	Husky
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Bernese Mountain Dog vs Cane Corso vs Alaskan Husky breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Cross Breed

Bernese Mountain Dog vs Cane Corso vs Alaskan Husky Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Bernese Mountain Dog or Cane Corso or Alaskan Husky? Which is the smallest dog, Bernese Mountain Dog or Cane Corso or Alaskan Husky?	Large	Large	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Bernese Mountain Dog or Cane Corso or Cane Corso? Bernese Mountain Dog vs Cane Corso vs Alaskan Husky weight comparison:	Male: 85-110 pounds (38–50 kg), Female: 80-105 pounds (36–48 kg)	Male: 99-110 pounds (45-50 kg), Female: 88-99 pounds (40-45 kg)	Male: 40-60 pounds (18-27 kg), Female: 35-48 pounds (16-22 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: 104.5 pounds (47.5 kg), Female: 93.5 pounds (42.5 kg)	Male: 50 pounds (22.5 kg), Female: 41.5 pounds (19 kg)
Height Which is taller, Bernese Mountain Dog or Cane Corso or Alaskan Husky? Bernese Mountain Dog vs Cane Corso vs Alaskan Husky height comparison:	Male: 24-28 inches (61–71 cm), Female: 23-27 inches (58–69 cm)	Male: 24-27 inches (64-68 cm), Female: 23-25 inches (60-64 cm)	20-24 inches (51-61 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 26 inches (61–71 cm), Female: 25 inches (58–69 cm)	Male: 25.5 inches (66 cm), Female: 24 inches (62 cm)	22 inches (56 cm)

Bernese Mountain Dog vs Cane Corso vs Alaskan Husky Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Bernese Mountain Dog or Cane Corso or Alaskan Husky? Which is more expensive?	$800-$1000	$1500-$2000	$1000-$1500
Availability Which is easier to get, Bernese Mountain Dog or Cane Corso or Alaskan Husky?	Very frequent: The Bernese Mountain Dog is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Cane Corso 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 Cane Corso vs Alaskan Husky Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Bernese Mountain Dog vs Cane Corso vs Alaskan Husky intelligence:	Very smart: Bernese Mountain Dog is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Smart: The Cane Corso dogs have great 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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Trainability Bernese Mountain Dog vs Cane Corso vs Alaskan Husky trainability comparison.	Bernese Mountain Dog dogs are easy to train. See more.	Cane Corso dogs are 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 Ability Which is the better watchdog: Bernese Mountain Dog or Cane Corso or Alaskan Husky?	Bernese Mountain Dog dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Cane Corso dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Alaskan Husky dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Bernese Mountain Dog or Cane Corso or Alaskan Husky? 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. See more.	Cane Corso dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Alaskan Husky dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Bernese Mountain Dog vs Cane Corso vs Alaskan Husky Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Bernese Mountain Dog or Cane Corso or Alaskan Husky? Bernese Mountain Dog vs Cane Corso vs Alaskan Husky behavior/temperament comparison:	Intelligent Affectionate Loyal Faithful	Courageous Loyal Social Cheerful Quiet	Agile Energetic Protective Alert Powerful Sensitive
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Cane Corso dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	Sensitive: Alaskan Husky dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Bernese Mountain Dog vs Cane Corso vs Alaskan Husky?	Average: Bernese Mountain Dog dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	Average: Cane Corso dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	Average to High: Alaskan Husky dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
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Social Needs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Cane Corso vs Alaskan Husky social needs comparison:	Bernese Mountain Dog dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Cane Corso dogs are a social breed. See more.	Alaskan Husky dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Bernese Mountain Dog dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Cane Corso dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Alaskan 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?	Bernese Mountain Dog dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Cane Corso dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Alaskan Husky dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Bernese Mountain Dog vs Cane Corso vs Alaskan Husky Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Bernese Mountain Dog vs Cane Corso vs Alaskan Husky playfulness comparison:	Average: Bernese Mountain Dogs, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: Cane Corsos, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Alaskan Husky is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Bernese Mountain Dog vs Cane Corso vs Alaskan Husky?	Average: The Bernese Mountain Dog barks occasionally. See more.	Low: The Cane Corso barks none to minimal. See more.	Average to High: The Alaskan Husky is a vocal breed. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Bernese Mountain Dog or Cane Corso or Alaskan Husky?	It is not recommended to keep the Bernese Mountain Dog breed in the home.	It is not recommended to keep the Cane Corso breed in the home.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Alaskan Husky breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Bernese Mountain Dog vs Cane Corso vs Alaskan Husky 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.	Cane Corso dogs don't adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Alaskan Husky dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Bernese Mountain Dog or Cane Corso or Alaskan Husky?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Cane Corso 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.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Bernese Mountain Dog vs Cane Corso vs Alaskan Husky Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Bernese Mountain Dog or Cane Corso or Alaskan Husky?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Bernese Mountain Dog bite force: Ordinary.	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Cane Corso bite force: The Strongest.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Alaskan Husky bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
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 Cane Corso has an average chance of biting somebody.	Moderate ⏺ The Alaskan Husky has an average chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Bernese Mountain Dog vs Cane Corso vs Alaskan Husky mouthiness comparison:	Bernese Mountain Dog dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Cane Corso dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Alaskan Husky dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Bernese Mountain Dog vs Cane Corso vs Alaskan Husky Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Bernese Mountain Dog vs Cane Corso vs Alaskan Husky health comparison. Which is the healthier: Bernese Mountain Dog vs Cane Corso vs Alaskan Husky?	Very healthy dog breed.	Cane Corsos are commonly healthy dogs.	Alaskan Huskys tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Bernese Mountain Dog vs Cane Corso vs Alaskan Husky? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Bernese Mountain Dog vs Cane Corso vs Alaskan Husky health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Cancer Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Bloat Elbow Dysplasia Panosteitis Portosystemic Liver Shunt	Hip Dysplasia Bloat Entropion Cherry Eye Ectropion Arthritis Demodectic Mange	Hyperthyroidism Laryngeal Paresis Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
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).	Rare The Cane Corso should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Frequent The Alaskan Husky should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
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Life Expectancy Bernese Mountain Dog vs Cane Corso vs Alaskan Husky lifespan comparison. How long do Bernese Mountain Dog, Cane Corso and Alaskan Husky breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	7-11 years The average lifespan of Bernese Mountain Dog: 9 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Cane Corso: 11 years	9-15 years The average lifespan of Alaskan Husky: 12 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Bernese Mountain Dog vs Cane Corso vs Alaskan Husky?	Prefers cold weather The Bernese Mountain Dog 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.	Prefers cold weather The Alaskan Husky can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Bernese Mountain Dog vs Cane Corso vs Alaskan Husky Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Bernese Mountain Dog or Cane Corso or Alaskan Husky? Bernese Mountain Dog vs Cane Corso vs Alaskan Husky energy level comparison:	Bernese Mountain Dog dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Cane Corso dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Alaskan Husky dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Bernese Mountain Dog vs Cane Corso vs Alaskan Husky exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Bernese Mountain Dog or Cane Corso or Alaskan Husky? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Bernese Mountain Dog dogs have an average exercise need.	Cane Corso dogs have an average exercise need.	Alaskan Husky dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Bernese Mountain Dog or Cane Corso or Alaskan Husky?	Bernese Mountain Dog dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Cane Corso dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Alaskan Husky dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Bernese Mountain Dog vs Cane Corso vs Alaskan Husky Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Bernese Mountain Dog or Cane Corso or Alaskan Husky?	6 to 8 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	Recommended daily amount: If you are feeding a high-quality dry food, your Corso will probably eat 4 to 5 cups a day.	1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Bernese Mountain Dog vs Cane Corso vs Alaskan Husky 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. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Cane Corso's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Low to Average: The Alaskan Husky has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Bernese Mountain Dog vs Cane Corso vs Alaskan Husky Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Bernese Mountain Dog vs Cane Corso vs Alaskan Husky coat comparison:	Dense	Dense	Dense
Colors What are the original Bernese Mountain Dog, Cane Corso and Alaskan Husky color?	Black White	Black Gray Red Fawn Brindle Chestnut	Black Gray White Blonde Orange
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Bernese Mountain Dog or Cane Corso or Alaskan Husky? Bernese Mountain Dog vs Cane Corso vs Alaskan Husky grooming comparison:	Average: The Bernese Mountain Dog requires average grooming effort. See more.	Effortless: The Cane Corso requires minimal grooming. See more.	Average: The Alaskan Husky requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Bernese Mountain Dog or Cane Corso or Alaskan Husky? Bernese Mountain Dog or Cane Corso or {name3 shedding:	Bernese Mountain Dog dogs shed above average. See more.	Cane Corso dogs shed moderately. See more.	Alaskan Husky dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Bernese Mountain Dog or Cane Corso or Alaskan Husky?	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.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.
Hypoallergenic Bernese Mountain Dog vs Cane Corso vs Alaskan Husky hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Bernese Mountain Dog vs Cane Corso vs Alaskan Husky?	Medium ⏺ The Bernese Mountain Dog has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Cane Corso has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Alaskan Husky 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. See more.	The Cane Corso drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed. See more.	The Alaskan Husky is an average drooler. See more.

Bernese Mountain Dog vs Cane Corso vs Alaskan Husky Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Bernese Mountain Dog dogs are generally with other pets.	Cane Corso dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.	Alaskan Husky dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Bernese Mountain Dog or Cane Corso or Alaskan Husky? Which dog is more friendly?	Bernese Mountain Dog dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Cane Corso dogs are not stranger friendly dogs.	Alaskan Husky dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Bernese Mountain Dog or Cane Corso or Alaskan Husky?	Bernese Mountain Dog dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Cane Corso dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.	Alaskan Husky dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Bernese Mountain Dog or Cane Corso or Alaskan Husky?	Bernese Mountain Dog dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Cane Corso dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.	Alaskan Husky dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Bernese Mountain Dog or Cane Corso or Alaskan Husky?	Bernese Mountain Dog dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Cane Corso dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Alaskan Husky dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Bernese Mountain Dog vs Cane Corso vs Alaskan Husky?	Yes Bernese Mountain Dog dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	No Cane Corso dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.	No Alaskan Husky dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Bernese Mountain Dog is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Cane Corso is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Alaskan Husky 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.	Cane Corsos are commonly okay with elderly people.	Alaskan Huskys are commonly okay with elderly people.

Bernese Mountain Dog vs Cane Corso vs Alaskan Husky As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Bernese Mountain Dog or Cane Corso or Alaskan Husky? Which is better for autism?	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.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
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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 Cane Corso vs Alaskan Husky?	Not really Bernese Mountain Dog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Cane Corso breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Alaskan Husky breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
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. See more.	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.
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 Cane Corso vs Alaskan Husky 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. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.
Litter Size How many puppies can Bernese Mountain Dog and Cane Corso and Alaskan Husky have?	1-14 puppies, average 8	4-6 puppies	4-10 puppies
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Bernese Mountain Dog vs Cane Corso vs Alaskan Husky 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 2010 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 Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type 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 Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. National Kennel Club	Dog Registry of America Inc.

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