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Name	Central Asian Ovtcharka	St. Bernard	Great Dane
Origins	Russia	Switzerland Italy	Germany
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Group	Guard Dogs	Working Dogs	Working Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Alabai Aziat Central Asian Ovcharka Central Asian Ovtcharka Central Asian Owtcharka Central Asian Sheepdog Middle Asian Ovcharka Middle Asian Owtcharka Middle Asian Sheepdog Middle Asian Shepherd Middle Asian Shepherd Dog Turkmen Alabai Volkadov Wolf Crusher Central Asian Shepherd Sredneasiatskaia Ovtcharka	Alpine Mastiff Bernhardiner St. Barnhardshund St. Bernard Saint	Apollo of Dogs Deutsche Dogge Gentle Giant German Mastiff Dane
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Central Asian Ovtcharka vs St. Bernard vs Great Dane breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Central Asian Ovtcharka vs St. Bernard vs Great Dane Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Central Asian Ovtcharka or St. Bernard or Great Dane? Which is the smallest dog, Central Asian Ovtcharka or St. Bernard or Great Dane?	Large Giant	Giant	Giant
Weight Which is heavier, Central Asian Ovtcharka or St. Bernard or St. Bernard? Central Asian Ovtcharka vs St. Bernard vs Great Dane weight comparison:	121-176 pounds (55-80 kg)	110-200 pounds (50-91 kg)	Male: 120-200 pounds (54-90 kg), Female: 100-130 pounds (45-59 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	148.5 pounds (67.5 kg)	155 pounds (70.5 kg)	Male: 160 pounds (72 kg), Female: 115 pounds (52 kg)
Height Which is taller, Central Asian Ovtcharka or St. Bernard or Great Dane? Central Asian Ovtcharka vs St. Bernard vs Great Dane height comparison:	27-32 inches (68.5-81 cm)	25.5-27.5 inches (61-70 cm)	Male: 30-34 inches (76-86 cm), Female: 28-32 inches (71-81 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	29.5 inches (75 cm)	25.5-27.5 inches (65.5 cm)	Male: 32 inches (81 cm), Female: 30 inches (76 cm)

Central Asian Ovtcharka vs St. Bernard vs Great Dane Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Central Asian Ovtcharka or St. Bernard or Great Dane? Which is more expensive?	$1200-$2500	$1500-$1800	$800-$1200
Availability Which is easier to get, Central Asian Ovtcharka or St. Bernard or Great Dane?	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 St.	Very frequent: The Great Dane is quite easy to get.

Central Asian Ovtcharka vs St. Bernard vs Great Dane Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Central Asian Ovtcharka vs St. Bernard vs Great Dane intelligence:	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Smart: The Great Dane dogs have great intelligence. See more.
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Trainability Central Asian Ovtcharka vs St. Bernard vs Great Dane trainability comparison.	Central Asian Ovtcharka dogs are hard to train. See more.	A slightly harder to train than average. See more.	Great Dane dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Central Asian Ovtcharka or St. Bernard or Great Dane?	Central Asian Ovtcharka dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	St. See more.	Great Dane dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Central Asian Ovtcharka or St. Bernard or Great Dane? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Central Asian Ovtcharka dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	St. See more.	Great Dane dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Central Asian Ovtcharka vs St. Bernard vs Great Dane Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Central Asian Ovtcharka or St. Bernard or Great Dane? Central Asian Ovtcharka vs St. Bernard vs Great Dane behavior/temperament comparison:	Curious Independent Strong Bold Adaptable Imperturbable	Independent Happy Friendly Gentle Going Social Quiet	Loving Intelligent Confident Friendly Devoted Gentle Reserved
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Sensitive: St. See more.	Sensitive: Great Dane dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Central Asian Ovtcharka vs St. Bernard vs Great Dane?	High: Central Asian Ovtcharka dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: St. See more.	Average: Great Dane dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.
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Social Needs Central Asian Ovtcharka vs St. Bernard vs Great Dane social needs comparison:	Central Asian Ovtcharka dogs are a social breed. See more.	St. See more.	Great Dane dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Central Asian Ovtcharka dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	St. See more.	Great Dane dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Central Asian Ovtcharka 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.	Great Dane 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

Central Asian Ovtcharka vs St. Bernard vs Great Dane Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Central Asian Ovtcharka vs St. Bernard vs Great Dane playfulness comparison:	Central Asian Ovtcharkas are not the most playful dog breed. See more.	St. See more.	Great Danes are not the most playful dog breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Central Asian Ovtcharka vs St. Bernard vs Great Dane?	Low to Average: The Central Asian Ovtcharka rarely barks. See more.	Low: The St. See more.	Low to Average: The Great Dane rarely barks. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Central Asian Ovtcharka or St. Bernard or Great Dane?	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Central Asian Ovtcharka breed.	It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep St.	Very house-friendly dog the Great Dane breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Central Asian Ovtcharka vs St. Bernard vs Great Dane Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Central Asian Ovtcharka dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	St.	Average: Great Dane dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Central Asian Ovtcharka or St. Bernard or Great Dane?	Central Asian Ovtcharka 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.	St.	Great Dane 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.

Central Asian Ovtcharka vs St. Bernard vs Great Dane Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Central Asian Ovtcharka vs St. Bernard vs Great Dane Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Central Asian Ovtcharka vs St. Bernard vs Great Dane health comparison. Which is the healthier: Central Asian Ovtcharka vs St. Bernard vs Great Dane?	Central Asian Ovtcharkas tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	Very healthy dog breed.	Great Danes are commonly healthy dogs.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Central Asian Ovtcharka vs St. Bernard vs Great Dane? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Central Asian Ovtcharka vs St. Bernard vs Great Dane health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Elbow Dysplasia	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Allergies Bloat Epilepsy Entropion Elbow Dysplasia Dilated Cardiomyopathy	Hip Dysplasia Patent Ductus Arteriosis Cancer Bloat Mitral Valve Disease Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis Dilated Cardiomyopathy Persistent Right Aortic Arch Tricuspid Valve Dysplasia
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Frequent The Central Asian Ovtcharka should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Rare The St.	Rare The Great Dane should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
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Life Expectancy Central Asian Ovtcharka vs St. Bernard vs Great Dane lifespan comparison. How long do Central Asian Ovtcharka, St. Bernard and Great Dane breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	12-14 years The average lifespan of Central Asian Ovtcharka: 13 years	8-10 years The average lifespan of St.	7-11 years The average lifespan of Great Dane: 9 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Central Asian Ovtcharka vs St. Bernard vs Great Dane?	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Central Asian Ovtcharka can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. 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.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.

Central Asian Ovtcharka vs St. Bernard vs Great Dane Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Central Asian Ovtcharka or St. Bernard or Great Dane? Central Asian Ovtcharka vs St. Bernard vs Great Dane energy level comparison:	Central Asian Ovtcharka dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	St.	Great Dane dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Central Asian Ovtcharka vs St. Bernard vs Great Dane exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Central Asian Ovtcharka or St. Bernard or Great Dane? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Central Asian Ovtcharka dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	St.	Great Dane dogs exercise need is minimal.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Central Asian Ovtcharka or St. Bernard or Great Dane?	Central Asian Ovtcharka dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	St.	Great Dane dogs don't need too much sleep.
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Central Asian Ovtcharka vs St. Bernard vs Great Dane Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Central Asian Ovtcharka or St. Bernard or Great Dane?	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.	8 to 10 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals
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Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Central Asian Ovtcharka vs St. Bernard vs Great Dane weight gain potential comparison:	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Central Asian Ovtcharka's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the St. See more.	Low to Average: The Great Dane has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.
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Central Asian Ovtcharka vs St. Bernard vs Great Dane Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Central Asian Ovtcharka vs St. Bernard vs Great Dane coat comparison:	Dense Thick Double	Dense Rough Smooth	Dense
Colors What are the original Central Asian Ovtcharka, St. Bernard and Great Dane color?	Black White Fawn Brindle Grey Russet Straw Flecked	Black Red White Brown Brindle Tricolor	Black Blue White Fawn Brindle Merle
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Central Asian Ovtcharka or St. Bernard or Great Dane? Central Asian Ovtcharka vs St. Bernard vs Great Dane grooming comparison:	Easy to groom: The Central Asian Ovtcharka doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Average: The St. See more.	Effortless: The Great Dane requires minimal grooming. See more.
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Shedding Level Who sheds more Central Asian Ovtcharka or St. Bernard or Great Dane? Central Asian Ovtcharka or St. Bernard or {name3 shedding:	Central Asian Ovtcharka dogs shed above average. See more.	St. See more.	Great Dane 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: Central Asian Ovtcharka or St. Bernard or Great Dane?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	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.
Hypoallergenic Central Asian Ovtcharka vs St. Bernard vs Great Dane hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
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Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Central Asian Ovtcharka vs St. Bernard vs Great Dane?	Medium ⏺ The Central Asian Ovtcharka has an average chance of bad smell.	High 🔼 The St.	Medium ⏺ The Great Dane has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Central Asian Ovtcharka 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 Great Dane 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.

Central Asian Ovtcharka vs St. Bernard vs Great Dane Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Central Asian Ovtcharka dogs are generally with other pets.	St.	Great Dane dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Central Asian Ovtcharka or St. Bernard or Great Dane? Which dog is more friendly?	Central Asian Ovtcharka dogs are not stranger friendly dogs.	St.	Great Dane dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Central Asian Ovtcharka or St. Bernard or Great Dane?	Central Asian Ovtcharka dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	St.	Great Dane dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Central Asian Ovtcharka or St. Bernard or Great Dane?	Central Asian Ovtcharka dogs are average friendly towards cats.	St.	Great Dane dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Central Asian Ovtcharka or St. Bernard or Great Dane?	Central Asian Ovtcharka dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	St.	Great Dane dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Central Asian Ovtcharka vs St. Bernard vs Great Dane?	No Central Asian Ovtcharka dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.	No St.	Yes Great Dane dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Central Asian Ovtcharka is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No St.	No Great Dane is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Central Asian Ovtcharkas are usually recommended for elderly people.	St.	Great Danes are usually recommended for elderly people.

Central Asian Ovtcharka vs St. Bernard vs Great Dane 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.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Central Asian Ovtcharka or St. Bernard or Great Dane? 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.
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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.	Yes This breed would make an excellent 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: Central Asian Ovtcharka vs St. Bernard vs Great Dane?	Not really Central Asian Ovtcharka breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really St. See more.	Not really Great Dane breed usually doesn't like 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	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

Central Asian Ovtcharka vs St. Bernard vs Great Dane 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 Central Asian Ovtcharka and St. Bernard and Great Dane have?	4-10 puppies	6-8 puppies	10-15 puppies
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Central Asian Ovtcharka vs St. Bernard vs Great Dane 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 1885 as a Working breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1887 as a Working breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Not recognized by 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.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	American Canine Registry America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council National Kennel Club United Kennel Club American Rare Breed Association Foundation Stock Service	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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