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Boxer vs Great Pyrenees vs Bernese Mountain Dog Comparison - Dog breed selector: Deutscher Boxer or Chien De Montagne Des Pyrénées or Berner? Find the right dog for you

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Name Boxer Great Pyrenees Bernese Mountain Dog
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Group Working Dogs Pastoral / Herding Dogs Working Dogs
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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Boxer, Great Pyrenees, and Bernese Mountain Dog breeds.
Deutscher Boxer
German Boxer
Chien De Montagne Des Pyrénées
Chien Des Pyrénées
Gos De Muntanya Dels Pirineus
Montañés Del Pirineo
Patou
Great Pyrenees
Berner
Bernese Cattle Dog
Berner Sennenhund
Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between Boxer, Great Pyrenees, and Bernese Mountain Dog? Compare their breeding categories.
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Boxer vs Great Pyrenees vs Bernese Mountain Dog Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Compare size differences between Boxer, Great Pyrenees, and Bernese Mountain Dog. Which breed is the largest?
Medium Giant Large
Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between Boxer, Great Pyrenees, and Bernese Mountain Dog? Compare adult weight ranges.
Male: 60-70 pounds (27-32 kg), Female: 53-65 pounds (24-29 kg) Male: from 100 pounds (45 kg), Female: from 85 pounds (38 kg) Male: 85-110 pounds (38–50 kg), Female: 80-105 pounds (36–48 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 65 pounds (29.5 kg), Female: 59 pounds (26.5 kg) Male: from 100 pounds (45 kg), Female: from 85 pounds (38 kg) Male: 97.5 pounds (38–50 kg), Female: 92.5 pounds (36–48 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Boxer or Great Pyrenees or Bernese Mountain Dog? Boxer vs Great Pyrenees vs Bernese Mountain Dog height comparison:
Male: 22-25 inches (56-63 cm), Female: 21-24 inches (53-61 cm) Male: 27-32 inches (69-81 cm), Female: 25-29 inches (63-74 cm) Male: 24-28 inches (61–71 cm), Female: 23-27 inches (58–69 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 23.5 inches (59.5 cm), Female: 22.5 inches (57 cm) Male: 29.5 inches (75 cm), Female: 27 inches (68.5 cm) Male: 26 inches (61–71 cm), Female: 25 inches (58–69 cm)

Boxer vs Great Pyrenees vs Bernese Mountain Dog Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range
Compare puppy costs for Boxer, Great Pyrenees, and Bernese Mountain Dog. Find price differences between these breeds.
$600-$1200 $500-$600 $800-$1000
Availability
Which is easier to get, Boxer or Great Pyrenees or Bernese Mountain Dog?
Very frequent: The Boxer is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Great Pyrenees is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Bernese Mountain Dog is quite easy to get.

Boxer vs Great Pyrenees vs Bernese Mountain Dog Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between Boxer, Great Pyrenees, and Bernese Mountain Dog. Which breed ranks highest?
Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Very smart: Bernese Mountain Dog is an excellent dog breed.
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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between Boxer, Great Pyrenees, and Bernese Mountain Dog. Which is easiest to train?
Boxer dogs are quite easy to train.
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Great Pyrenees dogs are easy to train.
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Bernese Mountain Dog dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of Boxer, Great Pyrenees, and Bernese Mountain Dog. Which breed is most alert?
Boxer dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Great Pyrenees dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Bernese Mountain Dog dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between Boxer, Great Pyrenees, and Bernese Mountain Dog. Which breed is most protective?
Boxer dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Great Pyrenees dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Bernese Mountain Dog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Boxer vs Great Pyrenees vs Bernese Mountain Dog Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between Boxer, Great Pyrenees, and Bernese Mountain Dog? Compare temperaments.
Playful
Energetic
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Loyal
Fearless
Brave
Bright
Confident
Affectionate
Patient
Gentle
Strong
Willed
Fearless
Intelligent
Affectionate
Loyal
Faithful
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Boxer vs Great Pyrenees vs Bernese Mountain Dog?
High: Boxer dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Average: Great Pyrenees dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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Average: Bernese Mountain Dog dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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Social Needs
Boxer vs Great Pyrenees vs Bernese Mountain Dog social needs comparison:
Boxer dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Great Pyrenees dogs are a social breed.
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Bernese Mountain Dog dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Boxer dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Great Pyrenees dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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Bernese Mountain Dog dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Boxer 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.
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Great Pyrenees dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Bernese Mountain Dog dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Boxer vs Great Pyrenees vs Bernese Mountain Dog Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of Boxer, Great Pyrenees, and Bernese Mountain Dog. Which breed is most vocal?
Low to Average: The Boxer rarely barks.
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Average to High: The Great Pyrenees is a vocal breed.
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Average: The Bernese Mountain Dog barks occasionally.
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between Boxer, Great Pyrenees, and Bernese Mountain Dog. Which breed is most playful?
The Boxer is a playful breed.
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Great Pyreneess are not the most playful dog breed.
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Average: Bernese Mountain Dogs, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of Boxer, Great Pyrenees, and Bernese Mountain Dog. Which adapts best to small spaces?
Apartment-friendly dog the Boxer breed.
It is not recommended to keep the Great Pyrenees breed in the home.
It is not recommended to keep the Bernese Mountain Dog breed in the home.

Boxer vs Great Pyrenees vs Bernese Mountain Dog Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between Boxer, Great Pyrenees, and Bernese Mountain Dog. Which breed is most flexible?
Boxer dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Great Pyrenees dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Average: Bernese Mountain Dog dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: Boxer or Great Pyrenees or Bernese Mountain Dog?
Boxer dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
Great Pyrenees 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.

Boxer vs Great Pyrenees vs Bernese Mountain Dog Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between Boxer, Great Pyrenees, and Bernese Mountain Dog. Which has lowest bite risk?

Low 🔽

The Boxer has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Great Pyrenees has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Bernese Mountain Dog has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between Boxer, Great Pyrenees, and Bernese Mountain Dog. Which uses mouth most during play?
Boxer dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Great Pyrenees dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Bernese Mountain Dog dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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Bite Strength Rating
Compare bite forces between Boxer, Great Pyrenees, and Bernese Mountain Dog. Which has the strongest bite?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Boxer bite force: Ordinary.

Above 400 PSI 🔼

Great Pyrenees bite force: The Strongest.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Bernese Mountain Dog bite force: Ordinary.

Boxer vs Great Pyrenees vs Bernese Mountain Dog Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of Boxer, Great Pyrenees, and Bernese Mountain Dog. Which breed lives longest?
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Boxer: 11 years
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Great Pyrenees: 11 years
7-11 years
The average lifespan of Bernese Mountain Dog: 9 years
Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between Boxer, Great Pyrenees, and Bernese Mountain Dog. Which handles climate changes best?
Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
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Prefers cold weather
The Great Pyrenees can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog.
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Prefers cold weather
The Bernese Mountain Dog can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog.
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Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in Boxer, Great Pyrenees, and Bernese Mountain Dog. Which has fewer health issues?
The Boxer is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Great Pyreneess are commonly healthy dogs.
Very healthy dog breed.
Vet Care Frequency
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Average
The Boxer should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Rare
The Great Pyrenees should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Rare
The Bernese Mountain Dog should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Boxer vs Great Pyrenees vs Bernese Mountain Dog? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Boxer vs Great Pyrenees vs Bernese Mountain Dog health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Cancer
Hypothyroidism
Bloat
Deafness
Demodectic Mange
Aortic Stenosis
Boxer Cardiomyopathy
Corneal Dystrophy
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Patellar Luxation
Bloat
Entropion
Drug Sensitivity
Elbow Dysplasia
Addison's Disease
Hip Dysplasia
Cancer
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Von Willebrand's Disease
Bloat
Elbow Dysplasia
Panosteitis
Portosystemic Liver Shunt

Boxer vs Great Pyrenees vs Bernese Mountain Dog Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating
Compare energy levels between Boxer, Great Pyrenees, and Bernese Mountain Dog. Which breed is most active?
Boxer dogs are high-energy dogs.
Great Pyrenees dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Bernese Mountain Dog dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Boxer vs Great Pyrenees vs Bernese Mountain Dog exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Boxer or Great Pyrenees or Bernese Mountain Dog? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Boxer dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Great Pyrenees dogs have an average exercise need.
Bernese Mountain Dog dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Boxer or Great Pyrenees or Bernese Mountain Dog?
Boxer dogs don't need too much sleep.
Great Pyrenees dogs don't need too much sleep.
Bernese Mountain Dog dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.

Boxer vs Great Pyrenees vs Bernese Mountain Dog Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between Boxer, Great Pyrenees, and Bernese Mountain Dog. Which is most prone to obesity?
Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Boxer's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Great Pyrenees's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Bernese Mountain Dog's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between Boxer, Great Pyrenees, and Bernese Mountain Dog. Which needs most food?
Recommended daily amount: 2 to 3 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.

Boxer vs Great Pyrenees vs Bernese Mountain Dog Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Boxer, Great Pyrenees, and Bernese Mountain Dog. Which is best for allergy sufferers?
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between Boxer, Great Pyrenees, and Bernese Mountain Dog. What colors are available?
White
Fawn
Brindle
White Black
White
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between Boxer, Great Pyrenees, and Bernese Mountain Dog. Which requires most maintenance?
Effortless: The Boxer requires minimal grooming.
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Average: The Great Pyrenees requires average grooming effort.
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Average: The Bernese Mountain Dog requires average grooming effort.
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Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between Boxer, Great Pyrenees, and Bernese Mountain Dog. Which drools least?
The Boxer is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency.
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The Great Pyrenees is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency.
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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.
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Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between Boxer, Great Pyrenees, and Bernese Mountain Dog. Which has least natural smell?

High 🔼

The Boxer has a high chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Great Pyrenees has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Bernese Mountain Dog has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between Boxer, Great Pyrenees, and Bernese Mountain Dog. How do their fur characteristics differ?
Waterproof Dense
Double
Dense
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between Boxer, Great Pyrenees, and Bernese Mountain Dog. Which requires most frequent baths?
3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Boxer or Great Pyrenees or Bernese Mountain Dog? Boxer or Great Pyrenees or {name3 shedding:
Boxer dogs shed moderately.
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Great Pyrenees dogs shed above average.
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Bernese Mountain Dog dogs shed above average.
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Boxer vs Great Pyrenees vs Bernese Mountain Dog Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility
Compare child-friendliness between Boxer, Great Pyrenees, and Bernese Mountain Dog. Which is best with kids?
Boxer dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Great Pyrenees dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Bernese Mountain Dog dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Pet Compatibility
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Boxer dogs are generally with other pets.
Great Pyrenees dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Bernese Mountain Dog dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Boxer or Great Pyrenees or Bernese Mountain Dog? Which dog is more friendly?
Boxer dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Great Pyrenees dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Bernese Mountain Dog dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Boxer or Great Pyrenees or Bernese Mountain Dog?
Boxer dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Great Pyrenees dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Bernese Mountain Dog dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Boxer or Great Pyrenees or Bernese Mountain Dog?
Boxer dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Great Pyrenees dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Bernese Mountain Dog dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Boxer vs Great Pyrenees vs Bernese Mountain Dog?
Yes
Boxer dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Great Pyrenees dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Bernese Mountain Dog dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
Boxer is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Great Pyrenees is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Bernese Mountain Dog is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
Boxers are usually recommended for elderly people.
Great Pyreneess are usually recommended for elderly people.
Bernese Mountain Dogs are usually recommended for elderly people.

Boxer vs Great Pyrenees vs Bernese Mountain Dog As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between Boxer, Great Pyrenees, and Bernese Mountain Dog. Which is best suited for service work?

Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Yes

This breed makes good as a service dog.
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Therapy Work Suitability
Compare therapy dog potential between Boxer, Great Pyrenees, and Bernese Mountain Dog. Which excels in therapy work?

Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between Boxer, Great Pyrenees, and Bernese Mountain Dog. Which has best nose work ability?

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 & Rescue Potential
Compare search and rescue potential between Boxer, Great Pyrenees, and Bernese Mountain Dog. Which is best for SAR work?

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.
Maritime Work Ability
Compare boating aptitude between Boxer, Great Pyrenees, and Bernese Mountain Dog. Which is best suited for water work?

Not really

Boxer breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Great Pyrenees breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Bernese Mountain Dog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between Boxer, Great Pyrenees, and Bernese Mountain Dog. Which is best for draft work?

Yes

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Yes

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Yes

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Military Service Background
Compare military service history of Boxer, Great Pyrenees, and Bernese Mountain Dog. Which has most military use?

Yes

In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

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.

Boxer vs Great Pyrenees vs Bernese Mountain Dog Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of Boxer, Great Pyrenees, and Bernese Mountain Dog. Which has most puppies?
2-10 puppies, average 6 6-9 puppies 1-14 puppies, average 8
Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of Boxer, Great Pyrenees, and Bernese Mountain Dog. Any breeding differences?
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Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between Boxer, Great Pyrenees, and Bernese Mountain Dog. What's recommended?

Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Boxer vs Great Pyrenees vs Bernese Mountain Dog Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for Boxer, Great Pyrenees, and Bernese Mountain Dog. How are they classified?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1904 as a Working breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1933 as a Working breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1937 as a Working breed.
FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for Boxer, Great Pyrenees, and Bernese Mountain Dog. How are they classified internationally?
Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type section. Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type section. Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Swiss Mountain- and Cattledogs section.
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of Boxer, Great Pyrenees, and Bernese Mountain Dog. Which has most recognition?
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
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
Canadian Canine Registry

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