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Name	Boerboel	St. Bernard	Newfypoo
Origins	South Africa	Switzerland Italy	Germany France Canada
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Group	Working Dogs	Working Dogs	Designer Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	South African Mastiff South African Boerboel	Alpine Mastiff Bernhardiner St. Barnhardshund St. Bernard Saint	No data available
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Boerboel vs St. Bernard vs Newfypoo breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Cross Breed

Boerboel vs St. Bernard vs Newfypoo Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Boerboel or St. Bernard or Newfypoo? Which is the smallest dog, Boerboel or St. Bernard or Newfypoo?	Large Giant	Giant	Large Giant
Weight Which is heavier, Boerboel or St. Bernard or St. Bernard? Boerboel vs St. Bernard vs Newfypoo weight comparison:	154-200 pounds (70-90 kg)	110-200 pounds (50-91 kg)	70-110 pounds (32-50 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	177 pounds (80 kg)	155 pounds (70.5 kg)	90 pounds (40 kg)
Height Which is taller, Boerboel or St. Bernard or Newfypoo? Boerboel vs St. Bernard vs Newfypoo height comparison:	Male: 25-28 inches (64-70 cm), Female: 23-25.5 inches (59-65 cm)	25.5-27.5 inches (61-70 cm)	16-28 inches (40-70 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 26.5 inches (67 cm), Female: 23-25.5 inches (62 cm)	25.5-27.5 inches (65.5 cm)	22 inches (55 cm)

Boerboel vs St. Bernard vs Newfypoo Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Boerboel or St. Bernard or Newfypoo? Which is more expensive?	$1500-$2000	$1500-$1800	$1000-$1500
Availability Which is easier to get, Boerboel or St. Bernard or Newfypoo?	Frequent: The Boerboel is easier than average to get.	Very frequent: The St.	Very frequent: The Newfypoo is quite easy to get.

Boerboel vs St. Bernard vs Newfypoo Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Boerboel vs St. Bernard vs Newfypoo intelligence:	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Outstanding: Newfypoo is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Boerboel vs St. Bernard vs Newfypoo trainability comparison.	Boerboel dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	A slightly harder to train than average. See more.	Newfypoo dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Boerboel or St. Bernard or Newfypoo?	Boerboel dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	St. See more.	Newfypoo dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Boerboel or St. Bernard or Newfypoo? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Boerboel dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	St. See more.	Newfypoo dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Boerboel vs St. Bernard vs Newfypoo Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Boerboel or St. Bernard or Newfypoo? Boerboel vs St. Bernard vs Newfypoo behavior/temperament comparison:	Intelligent Confident Obedient Dominant Territorial	Independent Happy Friendly Gentle Going Social Quiet	Active Alert Courageous Intelligent Loyal Gentle Social Sweet Trainable Cheerful Faithful Instinctual
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Boerboel dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	Sensitive: St. 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: Boerboel vs St. Bernard vs Newfypoo?	Average: Boerboel dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	High: St. See more.	High: Newfypoo dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Boerboel vs St. Bernard vs Newfypoo social needs comparison:	Boerboel dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	St. See more.	Newfypoo dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	The wanderlust potential of the Boerboel is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	St. See more.	Newfypoo dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Boerboel 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.	Newfypoo 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.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Boerboel vs St. Bernard vs Newfypoo Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Boerboel vs St. Bernard vs Newfypoo playfulness comparison:	Average: Boerboels, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	St. See more.	The Newfypoo is a playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Boerboel vs St. Bernard vs Newfypoo?	Low to Average: The Boerboel rarely barks. See more.	Low: The St. See more.	Average: The Newfypoo barks occasionally. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Boerboel or St. Bernard or Newfypoo?	It is not recommended to keep the Boerboel breed in the home.	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.	Apartment-friendly dog the Newfypoo breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Boerboel vs St. Bernard vs Newfypoo Adaptability and Independence Comparison

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

Boerboel vs St. Bernard vs Newfypoo Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Boerboel vs St. Bernard vs Newfypoo Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Boerboel vs St. Bernard vs Newfypoo health comparison. Which is the healthier: Boerboel vs St. Bernard vs Newfypoo?	Boerboels tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	Very healthy dog breed.	Newfypoos are commonly healthy dogs.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Boerboel vs St. Bernard vs Newfypoo? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Boerboel vs St. Bernard vs Newfypoo health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Allergies Epilepsy Joint Dysplasia Vaginal Hyperplasia	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Allergies Bloat Epilepsy Entropion Elbow Dysplasia Dilated Cardiomyopathy	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Legg-perthes Disease Patellar Luxation Allergies Cancer Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Bloat Epilepsy Sebaceous Adenitis Ear Infections Cherry Eye Elbow Dysplasia Addison's Disease Cystinuria Cushing's Syndrome Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis Runny Eyes Canine Atrial Septal Defect (asd) Neonatal Encephalopathy (news) Optic Nerve Hypoplasia Premature Graying
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Frequent The Boerboel should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Rare The St.	Rare The Newfypoo should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Boerboel vs St. Bernard vs Newfypoo lifespan comparison. How long do Boerboel, St. Bernard and Newfypoo breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	10-12 years The average lifespan of Boerboel: 11 years	8-10 years The average lifespan of St.	11-15 years The average lifespan of Newfypoo: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Boerboel vs St. Bernard vs Newfypoo?	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.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.

Boerboel vs St. Bernard vs Newfypoo Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Boerboel or St. Bernard or Newfypoo? Boerboel vs St. Bernard vs Newfypoo energy level comparison:	Boerboel dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.	St.	Newfypoo dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Boerboel vs St. Bernard vs Newfypoo exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Boerboel or St. Bernard or Newfypoo? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Boerboel dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	St.	Newfypoo dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Boerboel or St. Bernard or Newfypoo?	Boerboel dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	St.	Newfypoo dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Boerboel vs St. Bernard vs Newfypoo Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Boerboel or St. Bernard or Newfypoo?	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.	5 to 6 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? Boerboel vs St. Bernard vs Newfypoo weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Boerboel has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the St. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Newfypoo's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Boerboel vs St. Bernard vs Newfypoo Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Boerboel vs St. Bernard vs Newfypoo coat comparison:	Dense Shiny Smooth	Dense Rough Smooth	Fluffy Curly Waterproof Thick
Colors What are the original Boerboel, St. Bernard and Newfypoo color?	Red Cream Brown Tawny Brindle Reddish	Black Red White Brown Brindle Tricolor	Black Gray Red Blue Cream White Silver Brown Fawn Beige Apricot
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Boerboel or St. Bernard or Newfypoo? Boerboel vs St. Bernard vs Newfypoo grooming comparison:	Effortless: The Boerboel requires minimal grooming. See more.	Average: The St. See more.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Boerboel or St. Bernard or Newfypoo? Boerboel or St. Bernard or {name3 shedding:	Boerboel dogs shed moderately. See more.	St. See more.	Newfypoo 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: Boerboel or St. Bernard or Newfypoo?	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.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Hypoallergenic Boerboel vs St. Bernard vs Newfypoo 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, Boerboel vs St. Bernard vs Newfypoo?	Medium ⏺ The Boerboel has an average chance of bad smell.	High 🔼 The St.	High 🔼 The Newfypoo has a high chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Boerboel 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 St. See more.	The Newfypoo is an average drooler. See more.

Boerboel vs St. Bernard vs Newfypoo Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Boerboel dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.	St.	Newfypoo dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Boerboel or St. Bernard or Newfypoo? Which dog is more friendly?	Boerboel dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	St.	Newfypoo dogs are 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 Boerboel or St. Bernard or Newfypoo?	Boerboel dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	St.	Newfypoo dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Boerboel or St. Bernard or Newfypoo?	Boerboel dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	St.	Newfypoo dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Boerboel or St. Bernard or Newfypoo?	Boerboel dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	St.	Newfypoo dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Boerboel vs St. Bernard vs Newfypoo?	Yes Boerboel dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	No St.	Yes Newfypoo dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Boerboel is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No St.	No Newfypoo is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Boerboels are usually recommended for elderly people.	St.	Newfypoos are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Boerboel vs St. Bernard vs Newfypoo As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	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.	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Boerboel or St. Bernard or Newfypoo? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect 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?	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.	Yes This breed would make an excellent 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: Boerboel vs St. Bernard vs Newfypoo?	Not really Boerboel breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really St. See more.	Yes Newfypoo breed usually likes 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.	Yes A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Fighting Dog / Military Dog	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Boerboel vs St. Bernard vs Newfypoo 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 Boerboel and St. Bernard and Newfypoo have?	7-10 puppies	6-8 puppies	4-12 puppies
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Boerboel vs St. Bernard vs Newfypoo Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2015 as a Working breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Working breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Not recognized by FCI.	Not recognized by FCI.	Not recognized by FCI.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. North American Purebred Registry, Inc.	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	No data available

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