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Name	Bernese Mountain Dog	Eurasier	Estrela Mountain Dog
Origins	Switzerland	Germany	Portugal
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Group	Working Dogs	Working Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Berner Bernese Cattle Dog Berner Sennenhund	Eurasian Dog Eurasian Spitz Eurasian	Cao da Serra da Estrela Portuguese Shepherd
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Bernese Mountain Dog vs Eurasier vs Estrela Mountain Dog breed type comparison:	Purebred	Cross Breed	Purebred

Bernese Mountain Dog vs Eurasier vs Estrela Mountain Dog Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Bernese Mountain Dog or Eurasier or Estrela Mountain Dog? Which is more expensive?	$800-$1000	$2000-$2500	Unknown
Availability Which is easier to get, Bernese Mountain Dog or Eurasier or Estrela Mountain Dog?	Very frequent: The Bernese Mountain Dog 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.	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 Eurasier vs Estrela Mountain Dog Size Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Bernese Mountain Dog or Eurasier or Estrela Mountain Dog? Which is the smallest dog, Bernese Mountain Dog or Eurasier or Estrela Mountain Dog?	Large	Large	Giant
Weight Which is heavier, Bernese Mountain Dog or Eurasier or Eurasier? Bernese Mountain Dog vs Eurasier vs Estrela Mountain Dog weight comparison:	Male: 85-110 pounds (38–50 kg), Female: 80-105 pounds (36–48 kg)	Male: 50-70 pounds (23-32 kg), Female: 40-60 pounds (18-26 kg)	Male: 99–132 pounds (45-60 kg), Female: 77–99 pounds (35-45 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: 60 pounds (27.5 kg), Female: 50 pounds (22 kg)	Male: 115.5 pounds (52.5 kg), Female: 88 pounds (40 kg)
Height Which is taller, Bernese Mountain Dog or Eurasier or Estrela Mountain Dog? Bernese Mountain Dog vs Eurasier vs Estrela Mountain Dog height comparison:	Male: 24-28 inches (61–71 cm), Female: 23-27 inches (58–69 cm)	Male: 20-24 inches (52-60 cm), Female: 16-18 inches (48-56 cm)	Male: 25–30 inches (63.5-76 kg) Female: 24–28 inches (61-71 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 26 inches (61–71 cm), Female: 25 inches (58–69 cm)	Male: 22 inches (56 cm), Female: 17 inches (52 cm)	Male: 27.5 inches (70 cm), Female: 26 inches (66 cm)

Bernese Mountain Dog vs Eurasier vs Estrela Mountain Dog Grooming, Hair and Care Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Bernese Mountain Dog vs Eurasier vs Estrela Mountain Dog coat comparison:	Dense	Thick Double	Wavy Thick Coarse
Colors What are the original Bernese Mountain Dog, Eurasier and Estrela Mountain Dog color?	Black White	Black Tan Red Fawn Sable Wolf	Fawn Yellow Wolf Gray
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Bernese Mountain Dog or Eurasier or Estrela Mountain Dog? Bernese Mountain Dog vs Eurasier vs Estrela Mountain Dog grooming comparison:	Average: The Bernese Mountain Dog requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The Eurasier requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The Estrela Mountain Dog requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Bernese Mountain Dog or Eurasier or Estrela Mountain Dog? Bernese Mountain Dog or Eurasier or {name3 shedding:	Bernese Mountain Dog dogs shed above average. See more.	Eurasier dogs shed moderately. See more.	Estrela Mountain Dog 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 Eurasier or Estrela Mountain Dog?	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. 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.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.

Bernese Mountain Dog vs Eurasier vs Estrela Mountain Dog Personality / Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Bernese Mountain Dog or Eurasier or Estrela Mountain Dog? Bernese Mountain Dog vs Eurasier vs Estrela Mountain Dog behavior/temperament comparison:	Intelligent Affectionate Loyal Faithful	Alert Intelligent Outright Tempered Watchful Calm Reserved	Stubborn Dignified Protective Alert Loyal Keen Suspicious
Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Bernese Mountain Dog vs Eurasier vs Estrela Mountain Dog intelligence:	Very smart: Bernese Mountain Dog is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Smart: The Estrela Mountain Dog dogs have great intelligence. See more.
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Trainability Bernese Mountain Dog vs Eurasier vs Estrela Mountain Dog trainability comparison.	Bernese Mountain Dog dogs are easy to train. See more.	Eurasier dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Estrela Mountain Dog dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
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Playfulness Bernese Mountain Dog vs Eurasier vs Estrela Mountain Dog playfulness comparison:	Average: Bernese Mountain Dogs, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: Eurasiers, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Estrela Mountain Dog is a playful breed. See more.
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Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. 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: Bernese Mountain Dog vs Eurasier vs Estrela Mountain Dog?	Average: Bernese Mountain Dog dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	Average: Eurasier dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	Average to High: Estrela Mountain Dog dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Eurasier vs Estrela Mountain Dog social needs comparison:	Bernese Mountain Dog dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Eurasier dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Estrela Mountain Dog dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Barking Which dog barks more/less: Bernese Mountain Dog vs Eurasier vs Estrela Mountain Dog?	Average: The Bernese Mountain Dog barks occasionally. See more.	Average: The Eurasier barks occasionally. See more.	A lot: Estrela Mountain Dog is a particularly loud breed. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Bernese Mountain Dog or Eurasier or Estrela Mountain Dog?	Bernese Mountain Dog dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Eurasier dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Estrela Mountain Dog dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Bernese Mountain Dog or Eurasier or Estrela Mountain Dog? 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.	Eurasier dogs can't provide protection for their territory. See more.	Estrela Mountain Dog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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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.	Low 🔽 The Eurasier has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Estrela Mountain Dog has a low chance of biting somebody.
Bite Force Which bite is stronger: Bernese Mountain Dog or Eurasier or Estrela Mountain Dog?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Bernese Mountain Dog bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Eurasier bite force: Ordinary.	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Estrela Mountain Dog bite force: The Strongest.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Bernese Mountain Dog vs Eurasier vs Estrela Mountain Dog mouthiness comparison:	Bernese Mountain Dog dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Eurasier dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Estrela Mountain Dog dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Bernese Mountain Dog dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Eurasier dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Estrela Mountain Dog 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.	Eurasier dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Their prey drive is low. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Bernese Mountain Dog or Eurasier or Estrela Mountain Dog?	It is not recommended to keep the Bernese Mountain Dog breed in the home.	Very house-friendly dog the Eurasier breed.	It is not recommended to keep the Estrela Mountain Dog breed in the home.
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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.	Eurasier dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Estrela Mountain Dog dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Bernese Mountain Dog or Eurasier or Estrela Mountain Dog?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Bernese Mountain Dog vs Eurasier vs Estrela Mountain Dog Good With Comparison

Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Bernese Mountain Dog or Eurasier or Estrela Mountain Dog? Which dog is more friendly?	Bernese Mountain Dog dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Eurasier dogs are not stranger friendly dogs.	Estrela Mountain Dog dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Bernese Mountain Dog dogs are generally with other pets.	Eurasier dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Estrela Mountain Dog dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Bernese Mountain Dog or Eurasier or Estrela Mountain Dog?	Bernese Mountain Dog dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Eurasier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Estrela Mountain Dog dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Bernese Mountain Dog or Eurasier or Estrela Mountain Dog?	Bernese Mountain Dog dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Eurasier dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Estrela Mountain Dog dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Bernese Mountain Dog or Eurasier or Estrela Mountain Dog?	Bernese Mountain Dog dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Eurasier dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Estrela Mountain Dog dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Bernese Mountain Dog vs Eurasier vs Estrela Mountain Dog?	Yes Bernese Mountain Dog dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Eurasier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Estrela Mountain Dog 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 Eurasier is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Estrela Mountain Dog 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.	Eurasiers are usually recommended for elderly people.	Estrela Mountain Dogs are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Bernese Mountain Dog vs Eurasier vs Estrela Mountain Dog Health Comparison

Health Issues Bernese Mountain Dog vs Eurasier vs Estrela Mountain Dog health comparison. Which is the healthier: Bernese Mountain Dog vs Eurasier vs Estrela Mountain Dog?	Very healthy dog breed.	Eurasiers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	Very healthy dog breed.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Bernese Mountain Dog vs Eurasier vs Estrela Mountain Dog? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Bernese Mountain Dog vs Eurasier vs Estrela Mountain Dog health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Cancer Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Bloat Elbow Dysplasia Panosteitis Portosystemic Liver Shunt	No data available	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).	Frequent The Eurasier should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Rare The Estrela Mountain Dog should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
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Life Expectancy Bernese Mountain Dog vs Eurasier vs Estrela Mountain Dog lifespan comparison. How long do Bernese Mountain Dog, Eurasier and Estrela Mountain Dog breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	7-11 years The average lifespan of Bernese Mountain Dog: 9 years	11-13 years The average lifespan of Eurasier: 12 years	10-14 years The average lifespan of Estrela Mountain Dog: 12 years
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Hypoallergenic Bernese Mountain Dog vs Eurasier vs Estrela Mountain Dog hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
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Energy Level Who has more energy a Bernese Mountain Dog or Eurasier or Estrela Mountain Dog? Bernese Mountain Dog vs Eurasier vs Estrela Mountain Dog energy level comparison:	Bernese Mountain Dog dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Eurasier dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.	Estrela Mountain Dog dogs are high-energy dogs.
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Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Bernese Mountain Dog vs Eurasier vs Estrela Mountain Dog exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Bernese Mountain Dog or Eurasier or Estrela Mountain Dog? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Bernese Mountain Dog dogs have an average exercise need.	Eurasier dogs have an average exercise need.	Estrela Mountain Dog dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Bernese Mountain Dog or Eurasier or Estrela Mountain Dog?	Bernese Mountain Dog dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Eurasier dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	Estrela Mountain Dog dogs don't need too much sleep.
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Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Bernese Mountain Dog or Eurasier or Estrela Mountain Dog?	6 to 8 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	4 to 5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, 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
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Bernese Mountain Dog vs Eurasier vs Estrela Mountain Dog 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 Eurasier's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	High: The Estrela Mountain Dog breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Bernese Mountain Dog vs Eurasier vs Estrela Mountain Dog?	Prefers cold weather The Bernese Mountain Dog can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Eurasier can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers cold weather The Estrela Mountain Dog can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. See more.
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Bernese Mountain Dog vs Eurasier vs Estrela Mountain Dog?	Medium ⏺ The Bernese Mountain Dog has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Eurasier has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Estrela Mountain Dog 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 Eurasier is an average drooler. See more.	The Estrela Mountain Dog is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Bernese Mountain Dog vs Eurasier vs Estrela Mountain Dog 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.	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 Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Bernese Mountain Dog or Eurasier or Estrela Mountain Dog? 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 Eurasier vs Estrela Mountain Dog?	Not really Bernese Mountain Dog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Eurasier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Estrela Mountain Dog 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.	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.
Fighting Dog / Military Dog	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.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Bernese Mountain Dog vs Eurasier vs Estrela Mountain Dog 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 Eurasier and Estrela Mountain Dog have?	1-14 puppies, average 8	4-8 puppies	7-8 puppies
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Bernese Mountain Dog vs Eurasier vs Estrela Mountain Dog Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1937 as a Working breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	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 Asian Spitz and related breeds section.	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type section.
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	Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Foundation Stock Service	No data available

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