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Name	Bloodhound	Mastiff	St. Bernard
Origins	France Belgium	England	Switzerland Italy
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Working Dogs	Working Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	St. Hubert Hound Saint Hubert Hound Chien de Saint-Hubert Flemish Hound	Old English Mastiff English Mastiff	Alpine Mastiff Bernhardiner St. Barnhardshund St. Bernard Saint
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Bloodhound vs Mastiff vs St. Bernard breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Bloodhound vs Mastiff vs St. Bernard Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Bloodhound or Mastiff or St. Bernard? Which is the smallest dog, Bloodhound or Mastiff or St. Bernard?	Large	Giant	Giant
Weight Which is heavier, Bloodhound or Mastiff or Mastiff? Bloodhound vs Mastiff vs St. Bernard weight comparison:	Male: 90-110 pounds (41-50 kg), Female: 80-100 pounds (36-45 kg)	Male: 150-250 pounds (68-113 kg), Female: 120-180 pounds (54-82 kg)	110-200 pounds (50-91 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 100 pounds (45.5 kg), Female: 90 pounds (40.5 kg)	Male: 200 pounds (90.5 kg), Female: 150 pounds (68 kg)	155 pounds (70.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Bloodhound or Mastiff or St. Bernard? Bloodhound vs Mastiff vs St. Bernard height comparison:	Male: 25-27 inches (63-69 cm), Female: 23-25 inches (58-63 cm)	Male: 30 inches (76 cm), Female: 27.5 inches (70 cm)	25.5-27.5 inches (61-70 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 26 inches (66 cm), Female: 24 inches (60.5 cm)	Male: 30 inches (76 cm), Female: 27.5 inches (70 cm)	25.5-27.5 inches (65.5 cm)

Bloodhound vs Mastiff vs St. Bernard Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Bloodhound or Mastiff or St. Bernard? Which is more expensive?	$800-$1200	$1200-$1500	$1500-$1800
Availability Which is easier to get, Bloodhound or Mastiff or St. Bernard?	Very frequent: The Bloodhound is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Mastiff is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The St.

Bloodhound vs Mastiff vs St. Bernard Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Bloodhound vs Mastiff vs St. Bernard intelligence:	Smart: The Bloodhound 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.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Bloodhound vs Mastiff vs St. Bernard trainability comparison.	Bloodhound dogs are easy to train. See more.	Mastiff dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	A slightly harder to train than average. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Bloodhound or Mastiff or St. Bernard?	Bloodhound dogs are not the best choice if you want a good watchdog. See more.	Mastiff dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	St. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Bloodhound or Mastiff or St. Bernard? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Bloodhound dogs can't provide protection for their territory. See more.	Mastiff dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	St. See more.
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Bloodhound vs Mastiff vs St. Bernard Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Bloodhound or Mastiff or St. Bernard? Bloodhound vs Mastiff vs St. Bernard behavior/temperament comparison:	Stubborn Independent Affectionate Gentle Outright Tempered	Protective Alert Courageous Intelligent Affectionate Loyal Cheerful	Independent Happy Friendly Gentle Going Social Quiet
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Mastiff 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: Bloodhound vs Mastiff vs St. Bernard?	High: Bloodhound dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Mastiff dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: St. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Bloodhound vs Mastiff vs St. Bernard social needs comparison:	Bloodhound dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Mastiff dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	St. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Bloodhound dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	Mastiff dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.	St. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Bloodhound 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. See more.	Their prey drive is low. See more.	Their prey drive is low. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Bloodhound vs Mastiff vs St. Bernard Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Bloodhound vs Mastiff vs St. Bernard playfulness comparison:	The Bloodhound is a highly playful breed. See more.	Mastiffs are not the most playful dog breed. See more.	St. See more.
Most Playful Dog Breeds
Barking Which dog barks more/less: Bloodhound vs Mastiff vs St. Bernard?	A lot: Bloodhound is a particularly loud breed. See more.	Low: The Mastiff barks none to minimal. See more.	Low: The St. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Bloodhound or Mastiff or St. Bernard?	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Bloodhound 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 Mastiff indoors.	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

Bloodhound vs Mastiff vs St. Bernard Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Average: Bloodhound dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Mastiff dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	St.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Bloodhound or Mastiff or St. Bernard?	Bloodhound dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	St.

Bloodhound vs Mastiff vs St. Bernard Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Bloodhound or Mastiff or St. Bernard?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Bloodhound bite force: Ordinary.	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Mastiff bite force: The Strongest.	Above 400 PSI 🔼 St.
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 Bloodhound has a low chance of biting somebody.	Moderate ⏺ The Mastiff has an average chance of biting somebody.	Moderate ⏺ The St.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Bloodhound vs Mastiff vs St. Bernard mouthiness comparison:	Bloodhound dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Mastiff dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	St. See more.

Bloodhound vs Mastiff vs St. Bernard Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Bloodhound vs Mastiff vs St. Bernard health comparison. Which is the healthier: Bloodhound vs Mastiff vs St. Bernard?	Very healthy dog breed.	Mastiffs are commonly healthy dogs.	Very healthy dog breed.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Bloodhound vs Mastiff vs St. Bernard? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Bloodhound vs Mastiff vs St. Bernard health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Hypothyroidism Bloat Epilepsy Entropion Ectropion Elbow Dysplasia Ectopic Cilia	Hip Dysplasia Cancer Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Seizures Cystinuria	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Allergies Bloat Epilepsy Entropion Elbow Dysplasia Dilated Cardiomyopathy
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Rare The Bloodhound should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Rare The Mastiff should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Rare The St.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Bloodhound vs Mastiff vs St. Bernard lifespan comparison. How long do Bloodhound, Mastiff and St. Bernard breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	10-12 years The average lifespan of Bloodhound: 11 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Mastiff: 11 years	8-10 years The average lifespan of St.
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Bloodhound vs Mastiff vs St. Bernard?	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 average to cold weather conditions The Mastiff 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.

Bloodhound vs Mastiff vs St. Bernard Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Bloodhound or Mastiff or St. Bernard? Bloodhound vs Mastiff vs St. Bernard energy level comparison:	Bloodhound dogs are high-energy dogs.	Mastiff dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.	St.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Bloodhound vs Mastiff vs St. Bernard exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Bloodhound or Mastiff or St. Bernard? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Bloodhound dogs need a lot of exercises.	Mastiff dogs exercise need is minimal.	St.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Bloodhound or Mastiff or St. Bernard?	Bloodhound dogs don't need too much sleep.	Mastiff dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.	St.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Bloodhound vs Mastiff vs St. Bernard Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Bloodhound or Mastiff or St. Bernard?	Recommended daily amount: 4 to 8 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	8 to 10 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? Bloodhound vs Mastiff vs St. Bernard weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Bloodhound has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Mastiff's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the St. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Bloodhound vs Mastiff vs St. Bernard Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Bloodhound vs Mastiff vs St. Bernard coat comparison:	Rough	Dense	Dense Rough Smooth
Colors What are the original Bloodhound, Mastiff and St. Bernard color?	Black Tan Red Liver	Fawn Brindle Apricot	Black Red White Brown Brindle Tricolor
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Bloodhound or Mastiff or St. Bernard? Bloodhound vs Mastiff vs St. Bernard grooming comparison:	Easy to groom: The Bloodhound doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The Mastiff doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Average: The St. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Bloodhound or Mastiff or St. Bernard? Bloodhound or Mastiff or {name3 shedding:	Bloodhound dogs shed moderately. See more.	Mastiff dogs shed moderately. See more.	St. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Bloodhound or Mastiff or St. Bernard?	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 Bloodhound vs Mastiff vs St. Bernard 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, Bloodhound vs Mastiff vs St. Bernard?	High 🔼 The Bloodhound has a high chance of bad smell.	High 🔼 The Mastiff has a high chance of bad smell.	High 🔼 The St.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Bloodhound is a big drooler, so if you're disgusted by slobber spots on your clothes, you should choose a dog from another breed. See more.	The Mastiff is a big drooler, so if you're disgusted by slobber spots on your clothes, you should choose a dog from another breed. See more.	The St. See more.

Bloodhound vs Mastiff vs St. Bernard Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Bloodhound dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.	Mastiff dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.	St.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Bloodhound or Mastiff or St. Bernard? Which dog is more friendly?	Bloodhound dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	Mastiff dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	St.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Bloodhound or Mastiff or St. Bernard?	Bloodhound dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Mastiff dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	St.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Bloodhound or Mastiff or St. Bernard?	Bloodhound dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	Mastiff dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	St.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Bloodhound or Mastiff or St. Bernard?	Bloodhound dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Mastiff dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	St.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Bloodhound vs Mastiff vs St. Bernard?	Yes Bloodhound dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Mastiff dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	No St.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Bloodhound is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Mastiff is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No St.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Bloodhounds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Mastiffs are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	St.

Bloodhound vs Mastiff vs St. Bernard 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: Bloodhound or Mastiff or St. Bernard? Which is better for autism?	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	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
Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.	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?	Yes This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.	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.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Bloodhound vs Mastiff vs St. Bernard?	Not really Bloodhound breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Mastiff breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really St. See more.
Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?	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.	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.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

Bloodhound vs Mastiff vs St. Bernard 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 Bloodhound and Mastiff and St. Bernard have?	8-10 puppies	3-5 puppies	6-8 puppies
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Bloodhound vs Mastiff vs St. Bernard Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Hound breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Working breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Working breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Scent hounds and related breeds group, in the Scent hounds section.	Not recognized by FCI.	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. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand 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	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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