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Name	Broholmer	Tornjak	Alano Espanol
Origins	Denmark	Bosnia and Herzegovina Croatia	Spain
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Group	Guard Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Guard Dogs
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Common Names & Aliases Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Broholmer, Tornjak, and Alano Espanol breeds.	Danish Broholmer Danish Mastiff	Bosnian and Herzegovinian Shepherd Dog Croatian Mountain Dog Bosnian Shepherd Dog	Alano Perro de Toro Spanish Bulldog Spanish Alano
Breed Classification How do breed classifications differ between Broholmer, Tornjak, and Alano Espanol? Compare their breeding categories.	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Broholmer vs Tornjak vs Alano Espanol Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Compare size differences between Broholmer, Tornjak, and Alano Espanol. Which breed is the largest?	Large Giant	Large	Large
Weight Statistics How do weights compare between Broholmer, Tornjak, and Alano Espanol? Compare adult weight ranges.	Male: 110-150 pounds (50-68 kg), Female: 90-130 pounds (40-58 kg)	Male: 77-110 pounds (35–50 kg), Female: 62-88 pounds (28–40 kg)	75–88 pounds (34–40 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 130 pounds (59 kg), Female: 110 pounds (49 kg)	Male: 93.5 pounds (35–50 kg), Female: 75 pounds (28–40 kg)	75–88 pounds (34–40 kg)
Height Which is taller, Broholmer or Tornjak or Alano Espanol? Broholmer vs Tornjak vs Alano Espanol height comparison:	Male: 29.5 inches (75 cm) Female: 27.5 inches (70 cm)	Male: 25-27 inches (65-70 cm), Female: 23-25 inches (60-65 cm)	Male: 23-25 inches (58 - 64 cm), Female: 22-24 inches (55-61 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 29.5 inches (75 cm) Female: 27.5 inches (70 cm)	Male: 26 inches (67.5 cm), Female: 24 inches (62.5 cm)	Male: 24 inches (58 - 64 cm), Female: 23 inches (58 cm)

Broholmer vs Tornjak vs Alano Espanol Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy costs for Broholmer, Tornjak, and Alano Espanol. Find price differences between these breeds.	$1300-$1500	$600-$800	$600-$800
Availability Which is easier to get, Broholmer or Tornjak or Alano Espanol?	Average: The Broholmer is a commonly available dog breed.	Average: The Tornjak is a commonly available dog breed.	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.

Broholmer vs Tornjak vs Alano Espanol Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Compare intelligence levels between Broholmer, Tornjak, and Alano Espanol. Which breed ranks highest?	Smart: The Broholmer 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.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.
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Training Difficulty Compare training difficulty levels between Broholmer, Tornjak, and Alano Espanol. Which is easiest to train?	Broholmer dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Tornjak dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	A slightly harder to train than average. See more.
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Watchdog Rating Compare watchdog abilities of Broholmer, Tornjak, and Alano Espanol. Which breed is most alert?	Broholmer dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Tornjak dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Alano Espanol dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Compare territorial instincts between Broholmer, Tornjak, and Alano Espanol. Which breed is most protective?	Broholmer dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Tornjak dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Alano Espanol dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Broholmer vs Tornjak vs Alano Espanol Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits How do personalities differ between Broholmer, Tornjak, and Alano Espanol? Compare temperaments.	Protective Confident Friendly Calm	Alert Steady Calm Vigilant Peaceful Persistent	Affectionate Obedient Reliable Dominant Patient Serious
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Broholmer dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	Tornjak dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	Alano Espanol dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.
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Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Broholmer vs Tornjak vs Alano Espanol?	Average to High: Broholmer dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	High: Tornjak dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Alano Espanol dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Broholmer vs Tornjak vs Alano Espanol social needs comparison:	Broholmer dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Tornjak dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Alano Espanol dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Broholmer dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Tornjak dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Alano Espanol dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Broholmer dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.	Tornjak 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.	Alano Espanol dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Broholmer vs Tornjak vs Alano Espanol Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Compare barking frequencies of Broholmer, Tornjak, and Alano Espanol. Which breed is most vocal?	Average to High: The Broholmer is a vocal breed. See more.	Low to Average: The Tornjak rarely barks. See more.	Low to Average: The Alano Espanol rarely barks. See more.
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Playful Nature Compare playfulness levels between Broholmer, Tornjak, and Alano Espanol. Which breed is most playful?	Average: Broholmers, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: Tornjaks, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: Alano Espanols, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Compare apartment suitability of Broholmer, Tornjak, and Alano Espanol. Which adapts best to small spaces?	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 Broholmer indoors.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Tornjak breed.	It is not recommended to keep the Alano Espanol breed in the home.
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Broholmer vs Tornjak vs Alano Espanol Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Compare adaptability between Broholmer, Tornjak, and Alano Espanol. Which breed is most flexible?	Broholmer dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Tornjak dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Average: Alano Espanol dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Broholmer or Tornjak or Alano Espanol?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Tornjak 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.

Broholmer vs Tornjak vs Alano Espanol Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Compare biting potential between Broholmer, Tornjak, and Alano Espanol. Which has lowest bite risk?	Low 🔽 The Broholmer has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Tornjak has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Alano Espanol has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Compare mouthing tendencies between Broholmer, Tornjak, and Alano Espanol. Which uses mouth most during play?	Broholmer dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Tornjak dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Alano Espanol dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.
Bite Strength Rating Compare bite forces between Broholmer, Tornjak, and Alano Espanol. Which has the strongest bite?	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Broholmer bite force: The Strongest.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Tornjak bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Alano Espanol bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force

Broholmer vs Tornjak vs Alano Espanol Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Compare life expectancies of Broholmer, Tornjak, and Alano Espanol. Which breed lives longest?	10-12 years The average lifespan of Broholmer: 11 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Tornjak: 11 years	11-13 years The average lifespan of Alano Espanol: 12 years
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Climate Tolerance Compare weather adaptability between Broholmer, Tornjak, and Alano Espanol. Which handles climate changes best?	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Broholmer can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers cold weather The Tornjak can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Alano Espanol can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.
Health Concerns Compare health problems common in Broholmer, Tornjak, and Alano Espanol. Which has fewer health issues?	Broholmers are commonly healthy dogs.	Tornjaks tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	Alano Espanols tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
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Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Rare The Broholmer should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Frequent The Tornjak should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Frequent The Alano Espanol should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Broholmer vs Tornjak vs Alano Espanol? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Broholmer vs Tornjak vs Alano Espanol health problems comparison:	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Entropion Ectropion Elbow Dysplasia	Hip Dysplasia Von Willebrand's Disease Bloat Elbow Dysplasia Obesity Digestive Problems Autoimmune Hemolytic Anemia	No data available

Broholmer vs Tornjak vs Alano Espanol Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Compare energy levels between Broholmer, Tornjak, and Alano Espanol. Which breed is most active?	Broholmer dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.	Tornjak dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.	Alano Espanol dogs are high-energy dogs.
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Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Broholmer vs Tornjak vs Alano Espanol exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Broholmer or Tornjak or Alano Espanol? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Broholmer dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Tornjak dogs have an average exercise need.	Alano Espanol dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Broholmer or Tornjak or Alano Espanol?	Broholmer dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	Tornjak dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	Alano Espanol dogs don't need too much sleep.
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Broholmer vs Tornjak vs Alano Espanol Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Compare weight gain tendencies between Broholmer, Tornjak, and Alano Espanol. Which is most prone to obesity?	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Broholmer's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Tornjak's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	High: The Alano Espanol breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.
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Food Consumption Compare food requirements between Broholmer, Tornjak, and Alano Espanol. Which needs most food?	5 to 6 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	3 to 5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, divided into two meals.	4 to 10 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
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Broholmer vs Tornjak vs Alano Espanol Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Broholmer, Tornjak, and Alano Espanol. Which is best for allergy sufferers?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
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Coat Colors Compare color variations between Broholmer, Tornjak, and Alano Espanol. What colors are available?	Red Yellow Golden	Black Red White Brown Piebald	Black Tan Red Fawn Sable Yellow Brindle Wolf
Grooming Requirements Compare grooming needs between Broholmer, Tornjak, and Alano Espanol. Which requires most maintenance?	Easy to groom: The Broholmer doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Advanced: The Tornjak requires a lot of grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Alano Espanol requires minimal grooming. See more.
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Drooling Tendency Compare drooling tendencies between Broholmer, Tornjak, and Alano Espanol. Which drools least?	The Broholmer 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 Tornjak 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 Alano Espanol 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.
Stinkiness Rating Compare odor levels between Broholmer, Tornjak, and Alano Espanol. Which has least natural smell?	Medium ⏺ The Broholmer has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Tornjak has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Alano Espanol has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics Compare coat types between Broholmer, Tornjak, and Alano Espanol. How do their fur characteristics differ?	Rough Smooth	Silky	Thick
Bathing Needs Compare bathing needs between Broholmer, Tornjak, and Alano Espanol. Which requires most frequent baths?	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	2-3 weeks Frequent. This breed has high-maintenance hair and may require a bath every 2-3 weeks. See more.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Broholmer or Tornjak or Alano Espanol? Broholmer or Tornjak or {name3 shedding:	Broholmer dogs shed moderately. See more.	Tornjak dogs shed moderately. See more.	Alano Espanol dogs are low shedders. See more.
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Broholmer vs Tornjak vs Alano Espanol Good With Comparison

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

Broholmer vs Tornjak vs Alano Espanol As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Compare service dog potential between Broholmer, Tornjak, and Alano Espanol. Which is best suited for service work?	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.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Work Suitability Compare therapy dog potential between Broholmer, Tornjak, and Alano Espanol. Which excels in therapy work?	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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Scent Detection Ability Compare detection capabilities between Broholmer, Tornjak, and Alano Espanol. 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 Broholmer, Tornjak, and Alano Espanol. 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 Broholmer, Tornjak, and Alano Espanol. Which is best suited for water work?	Not really Broholmer breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Tornjak breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Alano Espanol breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Compare cart pulling abilities between Broholmer, Tornjak, and Alano Espanol. Which is best for draft work?	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.
Military Service Background Compare military service history of Broholmer, Tornjak, and Alano Espanol. Which has most military use?	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.

Broholmer vs Tornjak vs Alano Espanol Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare typical litter sizes of Broholmer, Tornjak, and Alano Espanol. Which has most puppies?	4-8 puppies	4-7 puppies	4-8 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare gestation periods of Broholmer, Tornjak, and Alano Espanol. Any breeding differences?	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding intervals between Broholmer, Tornjak, and Alano Espanol. What's recommended?	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.

Broholmer vs Tornjak vs Alano Espanol Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC groups for Broholmer, Tornjak, and Alano Espanol. How are they classified?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Classification Compare FCI groups for Broholmer, Tornjak, and Alano Espanol. 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.	Not recognized by FCI.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare breed recognition status of Broholmer, Tornjak, and Alano Espanol. Which has most recognition?	Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale American Canine Association, Inc. United Kennel Club	No data available	Dog Registry of America Inc. Backwoods Bulldog Club

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