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Bulgarian Shepherd Dog vs Great Pyrenees vs English Shepherd Comparison - Dog breed selector: Karakachanska Ovcharka or Chien De Montagne Des Pyrénées or Farm Collie? Find the right dog for you

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Name Bulgarian Shepherd Dog Great Pyrenees English Shepherd
OriginsBulgaria flagBulgaria Spain flagSpain France flagFrance England flagEngland
Group Guard Dogs Pastoral / Herding Dogs Working Dogs
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Karakachanska Ovcharka
Karakachansko Kuche
Thracian Mollos
Ovcharsko kuche
Chien De Montagne Des Pyrénées
Chien Des Pyrénées
Gos De Muntanya Dels Pirineus
Montañés Del Pirineo
Patou
Great Pyrenees
Farm Collie
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Bulgarian Shepherd Dog vs Great Pyrenees vs English Shepherd breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Bulgarian Shepherd Dog vs Great Pyrenees vs English Shepherd Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Bulgarian Shepherd Dog or Great Pyrenees or English Shepherd? Which is the smallest dog, Bulgarian Shepherd Dog or Great Pyrenees or English Shepherd?
Giant Giant Medium
Weight
Which is heavier, Bulgarian Shepherd Dog or Great Pyrenees or Great Pyrenees? Bulgarian Shepherd Dog vs Great Pyrenees vs English Shepherd weight comparison:
Male: 100-115 pounds (45-52 kg), Female: 70-90 pounds (32-41 kg) Male: from 100 pounds (45 kg), Female: from 85 pounds (38 kg) Male: 45-60 pounds (21-28 kg), Female: 40-50 pounds (18-23 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 115.5 pounds (52.5 kg), Female: 88 pounds (40 kg) Male: from 100 pounds (45 kg), Female: from 85 pounds (38 kg) Male: 52.5 pounds (24.5 kg), Female: 45 pounds (20.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Bulgarian Shepherd Dog or Great Pyrenees or English Shepherd? Bulgarian Shepherd Dog vs Great Pyrenees vs English Shepherd height comparison:
Male: 25–30 inches (63.5-76 kg) Female: 24–28 inches (61-71 cm) Male: 27-32 inches (69-81 cm), Female: 25-29 inches (63-74 cm) 18-23 inches (46-58 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 27.5 inches (70 cm), Female: 26 inches (66 cm) Male: 29.5 inches (75 cm), Female: 27 inches (68.5 cm) 20.5 inches (52 cm)

Bulgarian Shepherd Dog vs Great Pyrenees vs English Shepherd Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Bulgarian Shepherd Dog or Great Pyrenees or English Shepherd? Which is more expensive?
$800-$1000 $500-$600 $800-$1000
Availability
Which is easier to get, Bulgarian Shepherd Dog or Great Pyrenees or English Shepherd?
Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.
Very frequent: The Great Pyrenees is quite easy to get.
Average: The English Shepherd is a commonly available dog breed.

Bulgarian Shepherd Dog vs Great Pyrenees vs English Shepherd Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Bulgarian Shepherd Dog vs Great Pyrenees vs English Shepherd intelligence:
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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Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Trainability
Bulgarian Shepherd Dog vs Great Pyrenees vs English Shepherd trainability comparison.
Bulgarian Shepherd Dog dogs are quite easy to train.
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Great Pyrenees dogs are easy to train.
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English Shepherd dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Bulgarian Shepherd Dog or Great Pyrenees or English Shepherd?
Bulgarian Shepherd Dog dogs are good watchdogs.
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Great Pyrenees dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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English Shepherd dogs are good watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Bulgarian Shepherd Dog or Great Pyrenees or English Shepherd? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Bulgarian Shepherd Dog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Great Pyrenees dogs strongly protect their territory.
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English Shepherd dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Bulgarian Shepherd Dog vs Great Pyrenees vs English Shepherd Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Bulgarian Shepherd Dog or Great Pyrenees or English Shepherd? Bulgarian Shepherd Dog vs Great Pyrenees vs English Shepherd behavior/temperament comparison:
Independent
Intelligent
Dominant
Proud
Brave
Vigilant
Confident
Affectionate
Patient
Gentle
Strong
Willed
Fearless
Playful
Independent
Energetic
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Adaptable
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
Bulgarian Shepherd Dog dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Sensitive: English Shepherd dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Bulgarian Shepherd Dog vs Great Pyrenees vs English Shepherd?
High: Bulgarian Shepherd Dog 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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High: English Shepherd dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Bulgarian Shepherd Dog vs Great Pyrenees vs English Shepherd social needs comparison:
Bulgarian Shepherd Dog dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Great Pyrenees dogs are a social breed.
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English Shepherd dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
The wanderlust potential of the Bulgarian Shepherd Dog is strong enough to escape from home.
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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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English Shepherd dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Bulgarian Shepherd Dog 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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English Shepherd dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals.
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Bulgarian Shepherd Dog vs Great Pyrenees vs English Shepherd Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Bulgarian Shepherd Dog vs Great Pyrenees vs English Shepherd playfulness comparison:
Average: Bulgarian Shepherd Dogs, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Great Pyreneess are not the most playful dog breed.
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Average: English Shepherds, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Bulgarian Shepherd Dog vs Great Pyrenees vs English Shepherd?
Low to Average: The Bulgarian Shepherd Dog rarely barks.
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Average to High: The Great Pyrenees is a vocal breed.
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Low to Average: The English Shepherd rarely barks.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Bulgarian Shepherd Dog or Great Pyrenees or English Shepherd?
It is not recommended to keep the Bulgarian Shepherd Dog breed in the home.
It is not recommended to keep the Great Pyrenees breed in the home.
It is not recommended to keep the English Shepherd breed in the home.

Bulgarian Shepherd Dog vs Great Pyrenees vs English Shepherd Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
Average: Bulgarian Shepherd Dog dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Great Pyrenees dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
English Shepherd dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Bulgarian Shepherd Dog or Great Pyrenees or English Shepherd?
Bulgarian Shepherd Dog 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.
English Shepherd dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Bulgarian Shepherd Dog vs Great Pyrenees vs English Shepherd Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Bulgarian Shepherd Dog or Great Pyrenees or English Shepherd?

Above 400 PSI 🔼

Bulgarian Shepherd Dog bite force: The Strongest.

Above 400 PSI 🔼

Great Pyrenees bite force: The Strongest.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

English Shepherd bite force: Ordinary.
Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:

Low 🔽

The Bulgarian Shepherd Dog has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Great Pyrenees has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The English Shepherd has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Bulgarian Shepherd Dog vs Great Pyrenees vs English Shepherd mouthiness comparison:
Bulgarian Shepherd Dog dogs have an 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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English Shepherd dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Bulgarian Shepherd Dog vs Great Pyrenees vs English Shepherd Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Bulgarian Shepherd Dog vs Great Pyrenees vs English Shepherd health comparison. Which is the healthier: Bulgarian Shepherd Dog vs Great Pyrenees vs English Shepherd?
Bulgarian Shepherd Dogs tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Great Pyreneess are commonly healthy dogs.
English Shepherds tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Bulgarian Shepherd Dog vs Great Pyrenees vs English Shepherd? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Bulgarian Shepherd Dog vs Great Pyrenees vs English Shepherd health problems comparison:
No data available Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Patellar Luxation
Bloat
Entropion
Drug Sensitivity
Elbow Dysplasia
Addison's Disease
Hip Dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Drug Sensitivity
Collie Eye Anomaly
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Frequent
The Bulgarian Shepherd Dog should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Rare
The Great Pyrenees should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Frequent
The English Shepherd should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Life Expectancy
Bulgarian Shepherd Dog vs Great Pyrenees vs English Shepherd lifespan comparison. How long do Bulgarian Shepherd Dog, Great Pyrenees and English Shepherd breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Bulgarian Shepherd Dog: 13 years
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Great Pyrenees: 11 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of English Shepherd: 13 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Bulgarian Shepherd Dog vs Great Pyrenees vs English Shepherd?
Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Bulgarian Shepherd Dog can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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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 average to cold weather conditions
The English Shepherd can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Bulgarian Shepherd Dog vs Great Pyrenees vs English Shepherd Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Bulgarian Shepherd Dog or Great Pyrenees or English Shepherd? Bulgarian Shepherd Dog vs Great Pyrenees vs English Shepherd energy level comparison:
Bulgarian Shepherd Dog dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Great Pyrenees dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
English Shepherd dogs are high-energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Bulgarian Shepherd Dog vs Great Pyrenees vs English Shepherd exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Bulgarian Shepherd Dog or Great Pyrenees or English Shepherd? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Bulgarian Shepherd Dog dogs have an average exercise need.
Great Pyrenees dogs have an average exercise need.
English Shepherd dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Bulgarian Shepherd Dog or Great Pyrenees or English Shepherd?
Bulgarian Shepherd Dog dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
Great Pyrenees dogs don't need too much sleep.
English Shepherd dogs don't need too much sleep.

Bulgarian Shepherd Dog vs Great Pyrenees vs English Shepherd Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Bulgarian Shepherd Dog or Great Pyrenees or English Shepherd?
6 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 3 to 4.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Bulgarian Shepherd Dog vs Great Pyrenees vs English Shepherd weight gain potential comparison:
Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Bulgarian Shepherd Dog'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 English Shepherd's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Bulgarian Shepherd Dog vs Great Pyrenees vs English Shepherd Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Bulgarian Shepherd Dog vs Great Pyrenees vs English Shepherd coat comparison:
Thick Dense
Double
Fluffy
Silky
Colors
What are the original Bulgarian Shepherd Dog, Great Pyrenees and English Shepherd color?
Spotted
Tricolor
Black & White
White Black
Tan
White
Brown
Sable
Yellow
Brindle
Tricolor
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Bulgarian Shepherd Dog or Great Pyrenees or English Shepherd? Bulgarian Shepherd Dog vs Great Pyrenees vs English Shepherd grooming comparison:
Advanced: The Bulgarian Shepherd Dog requires a lot of grooming.
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Average: The Great Pyrenees requires average grooming effort.
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Easy to groom: The English Shepherd doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Bulgarian Shepherd Dog or Great Pyrenees or English Shepherd? Bulgarian Shepherd Dog or Great Pyrenees or {name3 shedding:
Bulgarian Shepherd Dog dogs shed above average.
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Great Pyrenees dogs shed above average.
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English Shepherd dogs shed moderately.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Bulgarian Shepherd Dog or Great Pyrenees or English Shepherd?
6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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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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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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Hypoallergenic
Bulgarian Shepherd Dog vs Great Pyrenees vs English Shepherd hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?
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Stinkiness
Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Bulgarian Shepherd Dog vs Great Pyrenees vs English Shepherd?

Medium

The Bulgarian Shepherd Dog has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Great Pyrenees has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The English Shepherd has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?
The Bulgarian Shepherd Dog is an average drooler.
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The Great Pyrenees is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency.
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The English Shepherd 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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Bulgarian Shepherd Dog vs Great Pyrenees vs English Shepherd Good With Comparison

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

Bulgarian Shepherd Dog vs Great Pyrenees vs English Shepherd 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.
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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 Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: Bulgarian Shepherd Dog or Great Pyrenees or English Shepherd? Which is better for autism?

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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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.

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.
Boat and Sailor Dog
Which one could be a boat dog: Bulgarian Shepherd Dog vs Great Pyrenees vs English Shepherd?

Not really

Bulgarian Shepherd Dog 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

English Shepherd breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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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.
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Yes

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

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

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Bulgarian Shepherd Dog vs Great Pyrenees vs English Shepherd 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.
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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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Litter Size
How many puppies can Bulgarian Shepherd Dog and Great Pyrenees and English Shepherd have?
5-10 puppies 6-9 puppies 5-8 puppies, average 6

Bulgarian Shepherd Dog vs Great Pyrenees vs English Shepherd Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1933 as a Working breed. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI?
Not recognized by FCI. Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type section. Not recognized by FCI.
Breed Recognition
What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?
No data available 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
America's Pet Registry
Dog Registry of America Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
Animal Research Foundation

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