Bloodhound vs St. Bernard Comparison – Which dog is better St. Hubert Hound or Alpine Mastiff?

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Name	Bloodhound	St. Bernard
Origins	France Belgium	Switzerland Italy
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Working Dogs
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Common Names & Aliases Compare different names used for Bloodhound and St. Bernard. What other names are these breeds known by?	St. Hubert Hound Saint Hubert Hound Chien de Saint-Hubert Flemish Hound	Alpine Mastiff Bernhardiner St. Barnhardshund St. Bernard Saint
Breed Classification Compare breed classifications between a Bloodhound and a St. Bernard. Learn about their genetic backgrounds.	Purebred	Purebred

Bloodhound vs St. Bernard Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Which is bigger: a Bloodhound or a St. Bernard? Compare size differences between these breeds.	Large	Giant
Weight Statistics Compare weight ranges between a Bloodhound and a St. Bernard. Which breed is heavier?	Male: 90-110 pounds (41-50 kg), Female: 80-100 pounds (36-45 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)	155 pounds (70.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Bloodhound or St. Bernard? Is a Bloodhound taller than a St. Bernard?	Male: 25-27 inches (63-69 cm), Female: 23-25 inches (58-63 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)	25.5-27.5 inches (65.5 cm)

Bloodhound vs St. Bernard Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy prices between a Bloodhound and a St. Bernard. Which breed costs more?	$800-$1200	$1500-$1800
Availability Which is easier to get, Bloodhound or St. Bernard?	Very frequent: The Bloodhound is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The St.

Bloodhound vs St. Bernard Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Which is smarter: a Bloodhound or a St. Bernard? Compare intelligence rankings and learning abilities.	Smart: The Bloodhound dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.
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Training Difficulty Which is easier to train: a Bloodhound or a St. Bernard? Compare training requirements.	Bloodhound dogs are easy to train. See more.	A slightly harder to train than average. See more.
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Watchdog Rating Which makes a better watchdog: a Bloodhound or a St. Bernard? Compare alertness levels.	Bloodhound dogs are not the best choice if you want a good watchdog. See more.	St. See more.
Territorial Protection Which is more protective: a Bloodhound or a St. Bernard? Compare territorial behaviors.	Bloodhound dogs can't provide protection for their territory. See more.	St. See more.
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Bloodhound vs St. Bernard Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits Compare personalities of a Bloodhound and a St. Bernard. How do their temperaments differ?	Stubborn Independent Affectionate Gentle Outright Tempered	Independent Happy Friendly Gentle Going Social Quiet
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Bloodhound vs St. Bernard?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. 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 St. Bernard?	High: Bloodhound dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: St. See more.
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Social Needs Bloodhound vs St. Bernard social needs comparison:	Bloodhound dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	St. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between Bloodhound vs St. Bernard?	Bloodhound dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	St. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between Bloodhound vs St. Bernard? 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.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Bloodhound vs St. Bernard Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Which breed barks more: a Bloodhound or a St. Bernard? Compare vocalization tendencies.	A lot: Bloodhound is a particularly loud breed. See more.	Low: The St. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Playful Nature Which breed is more playful: a Bloodhound or a St. Bernard? Compare play drive and energy.	The Bloodhound is a highly playful breed. See more.	St. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Which is better for apartments: a Bloodhound or a St. Bernard? Compare living space needs.	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 St.
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Bloodhound vs St. Bernard Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Which adapts better to changes: a Bloodhound or a St. Bernard? Compare adaptability levels.	Average: Bloodhound dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	St.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Bloodhound 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.	St.

Bloodhound vs St. Bernard Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Bloodhound vs St. Bernard Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Which lives longer: a Bloodhound or a St. Bernard? Compare average lifespans.	10-12 years The average lifespan of Bloodhound: 11 years	8-10 years The average lifespan of St.
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Climate Tolerance Which handles weather better: a Bloodhound or a St. Bernard? Compare climate tolerances.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.
Health Concerns Compare common health issues between a Bloodhound and a St. Bernard. Which breed is healthier?	Very healthy dog breed.	Very healthy dog breed.
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Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Bloodhound vs St. Bernard?	Rare The Bloodhound should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Rare The St.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Bloodhound vs St. Bernard? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Bloodhound vs St. Bernard health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Hypothyroidism Bloat Epilepsy Entropion Ectropion Elbow Dysplasia Ectopic Cilia	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Allergies Bloat Epilepsy Entropion Elbow Dysplasia Dilated Cardiomyopathy

Bloodhound vs St. Bernard Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Which breed is more energetic: a Bloodhound or a St. Bernard? Compare activity levels.	Bloodhound dogs are high-energy dogs.	St.
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Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Bloodhound vs St. Bernard exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Bloodhound or St. Bernard? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Bloodhound dogs need a lot of exercises.	St.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Bloodhound or St. Bernard?	Bloodhound dogs don't need too much sleep.	St.
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Bloodhound vs St. Bernard Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Which gains weight easier: a Bloodhound or a St. Bernard? Compare obesity risks.	Average: The Bloodhound has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the St. See more.
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Food Consumption Which eats more: a Bloodhound or a St. Bernard? Compare daily food needs.	Recommended daily amount: 4 to 8 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.
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Bloodhound vs St. Bernard Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Which is more hypoallergenic: a Bloodhound or a St. Bernard? Compare allergy friendliness.	No See more.	No See more.
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Coat Colors What color variations exist for Bloodhound and St. Bernard? Compare breed colors.	Black Tan Red Liver	Black Red White Brown Brindle Tricolor
Grooming Requirements Which needs more grooming: a Bloodhound or a St. Bernard? Compare maintenance needs.	Easy to groom: The Bloodhound doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Average: The St. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Drooling Tendency Which drools more: a Bloodhound or a St. Bernard? Compare drooling amounts.	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 St. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Which has less odor: a Bloodhound or a St. Bernard? Compare natural smell levels.	High 🔼 The Bloodhound has a high chance of bad smell.	High 🔼 The St.
Coat Characteristics How do coats differ between a Bloodhound and a St. Bernard? Compare fur types.	Rough	Dense Rough Smooth
Bathing Needs Which needs more baths: a Bloodhound or a St. Bernard? Compare bathing frequencies.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Bloodhound or St. Bernard? Do Bloodhound dogs shed more than St. Bernard dogs?	Bloodhound dogs shed moderately. See more.	St. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most

Bloodhound vs St. Bernard Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Which is better with children: a Bloodhound or a St. Bernard? Compare kid-friendliness.	Bloodhound dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	St.
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Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Bloodhound dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.	St.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Bloodhound or St. Bernard? Which dog is more friendly?	Bloodhound dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	St.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Bloodhound or St. Bernard?	Bloodhound 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 St. Bernard? Can a Bloodhound and a St. Bernard be friends? Do Bloodhound dogs get along with St. Bernard dogs?	Bloodhound dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	St.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: Bloodhound vs St. Bernard?	Yes Bloodhound 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 St.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Bloodhounds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	St.

Bloodhound vs St. Bernard As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Which makes a better service dog: a Bloodhound or a St. Bernard? Compare service capabilities.	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 Work Suitability Which is better for therapy work: a Bloodhound or a St. Bernard? Compare therapy capabilities.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.
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Scent Detection Ability Which is better at detection work: a Bloodhound or a St. Bernard? Compare scenting abilities.	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.
Search & Rescue Potential Which is better for search and rescue: a Bloodhound or a St. Bernard? Compare SAR abilities.	Yes This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.	Yes This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.
Maritime Work Ability Which is better on boats: a Bloodhound or a St. Bernard? Compare maritime abilities.	Not really Bloodhound breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really St. See more.
Draft Work Capability Which is better at pulling: a Bloodhound or a St. Bernard? Compare draft work capabilities.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Yes A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Military Service Background Compare military history between Bloodhound and St. Bernard. Which has stronger military background?	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

Bloodhound vs St. Bernard Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare litter sizes between Bloodhound and St. Bernard. Which has larger litters?	8-10 puppies	6-8 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare pregnancy duration between Bloodhound and St. Bernard breeds.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding frequencies between Bloodhound and St. Bernard. Which needs longer recovery?	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.

Bloodhound vs St. Bernard Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC classifications of Bloodhound and St. Bernard. Which groups do they belong to?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Hound breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Working breed.
FCI Classification Compare FCI classifications of Bloodhound and St. Bernard. Which groups are they in?	Recognized by FCI in the Scent hounds and related breeds group, in the Scent hounds section.	Not recognized by FCI.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare kennel club recognition between Bloodhound and St. Bernard. Which is more widely recognized?	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

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