Czechoslovakian Wolfdog vs Australian Shepherd vs Bernese Mountain Dog – Which one is a better dog breed for you?

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Name	Czechoslovakian Wolfdog	Australian Shepherd	Bernese Mountain Dog
Origins	Czech Republic	United States	Switzerland
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Group	Pastoral Dogs (Herding Dogs)	Pastoral Dogs (Herding Dogs)	Working Dogs
Popularity Rank	260	17	25
Reviews	3	1	0
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Other Names	Slovak Wolfdog, Czech Wolfdog, Ceskoslovensky Vlcak	Aussie, Little Blue Dog	Berner Sennenhund, Bernese Cattle Dog, Berner
Breed Type	Cross Breed	Purebred	Purebred
AKC Group	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1991 as a Herding breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1937 as a Working breed.
FCI Group	Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section.	Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section.	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Swiss Mountain- and Cattledogs section.
Breed Recognition	American Canine Registry America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale North American Purebred Registry, Inc. Foundation Stock Service	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club Australian Shepherd Club Of America	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
Price	$800-$1500	$600-$800	$800-$1000

General Appearance - Czechoslovakian Wolfdog vs Australian Shepherd vs Bernese Mountain Dog

Size	Medium	Large	Large
Weight	Male: 54 pounds (26 kg), Female: 44 pounds (20 kg)	Male: 50-65 pounds (25-29 kg), Female: 40-55 pounds (18-25 kg)	Male: 85-110 pounds (38–50 kg), Female: 80-105 pounds (36–48 kg)
Avg. Weight	Male: 54 pounds (26 kg), Female: 44 pounds (20 kg)	Male: 57.5 pounds (27 kg), Female: 47.5 pounds (21.5 kg)	Male: 97.5 pounds (38–50 kg), Female: 92.5 pounds (36–48 kg)
Height	Male: 26 inches (65 cm), Female: 24 inches (60 cm)	Male: 20-23 inches (52-58cm), Female: 18-21 inches (46–53 cm)	Male: 24-28 inches (61–71 cm), Female: 23-27 inches (58–69 cm)
Avg. Height	Male: 26 inches (65 cm), Female: 24 inches (60 cm)	Male: 21.5 inches (55 cm), Female: 19.5 inches (46–53 cm)	Male: 26 inches (61–71 cm), Female: 25 inches (58–69 cm)

Hair & Care - Czechoslovakian Wolfdog vs Australian Shepherd vs Bernese Mountain Dog

Coat	Dense	Feathered	Dense
Colors	Gray Yellow Silver	Red Blue Merle Black	White Black
Grooming	Easy to groom: The Czechoslovakian Wolfdog doesn't require a lot of grooming.	Average: The Australian Shepherd requires average grooming effort.	Average: The Bernese Mountain Dog requires average grooming effort.
Shedding Level	Czechoslovakian Wolfdogs shed moderately.	Australian Shepherds shed moderately.	Bernese Mountain Dogs shed above average.

Characteristics - Czechoslovakian Wolfdog vs Australian Shepherd vs Bernese Mountain Dog

Temperament	Active Fearless Quick Courageous Lively Sociable	Active Friendly Intelligent Loving Affectionate Good-natured Protective	Affectionate Intelligent Faithful Loyal
Intelligent Rank	Average: Czechoslovakian Wolfdog's has average obedience intelligence.	Smart: Australian Shepherd's has great intelligence.	Very smart: Bernese Mountain Dog is an excellent dog breed.
Trainability	Czechoslovakian Wolfdogs are quite easy to train.	Australian Shepherds are very easy to train.	Bernese Mountain Dogs are easy to train.
Playfulness	Czechoslovakian Wolfdogs, like any other dog breed, like playing.	The Australian Shepherd is a highly playful breed.	Bernese Mountain Dogs, like any other dog breed, like playing.
Sensitivity Level	Czechoslovakian Wolfdogs are less sensitive than other dog breeds.	Australian Shepherds don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household and frequent guest visits.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
Affection Level	Czechoslovakian Wolfdogs are highly affectionate dogs.	Australian Shepherds are highly affectionate dogs.	Bernese Mountain Dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
Social Needs	Czechoslovakian Wolfdogs need a lot of social interaction.	Australian Shepherds are a social breed.	Bernese Mountain Dogs need for social interaction is average.
Barking	Low to Average: The Czechoslovakian Wolfdog rarely barks.	Low to Average: The Australian Shepherd rarely barks.	Average: The Bernese Mountain Dog barks occasionally.
Watchdog Ability	Czechoslovakian Wolfdogs are one of the best watchdogs.	Australian Shepherds are one of the best watchdogs.	Bernese Mountain Dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
Territorial	Czechoslovakian Wolfdogs are extremely protective guard dogs.	Australian Shepherds are extremely protective guard dogs.	Bernese Mountain Dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
Biting Potential	Low The Czechoslovakian Wolfdog has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low The Australian Shepherd has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low The Bernese Mountain Dog has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness	Czechoslovakian Wolfdogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.	Australian Shepherds have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.	Bernese Mountain Dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
Impulse to Wander or Roam	Czechoslovakian Wolfdogs have average wanderlust potential.	Australian Shepherds are not the biggest explorers.	Bernese Mountain Dogs have average wanderlust potential.
Prey Drive	Czechoslovakian Wolfdogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.	Australian Shepherds have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.	Bernese Mountain Dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
Apartment Friendly	Czechoslovakian Wolfdogs are not recommended for an apartment lifestyle.	Australian Shepherds are not the best choice for an apartment lifestyle, but they don't mind being inside if you walk them several times every day.	Bernese Mountain Dogs are not recommended for an apartment lifestyle.
Adaptability	Czechoslovakian Wolfdogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Australian Shepherds adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Bernese Mountain Dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone	Czechoslovakian Wolfdogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Australian Shepherds 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.
Fighting 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.

Good With - Czechoslovakian Wolfdog vs Australian Shepherd vs Bernese Mountain Dog

Stranger Friendly	Czechoslovakian Wolfdogs are not the most stranger friendly dogs.	Australian Shepherds are not the most stranger friendly dogs.	Bernese Mountain Dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Child Friendly	Czechoslovakian Wolfdogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.	Australian Shepherds are very kid-friendly dogs.	Bernese Mountain Dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly	Czechoslovakian Wolfdogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Australian Shepherds are average friendly towards cats.	Bernese Mountain Dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly	Czechoslovakian Wolfdogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Australian Shepherds are average friendly towards other dogs.	Bernese Mountain Dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Office Friendly	No Czechoslovakian Wolfdog is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Australian Shepherd 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	Czechoslovakian Wolfdogs are not the best breed for elderly people.	Australian Shepherds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Bernese Mountain Dogs are usually recommended for elderly people.
Pet Friendly	Czechoslovakian Wolfdogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.	Australian Shepherds are generally with other pets.	Bernese Mountain Dogs are generally with other pets.
Good For First Time Owners	Yes Czechoslovakian Wolfdogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	No Australian Shepherds are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.	No Bernese Mountain Dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.
Service Dog	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog.	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog.
Therapy Dog	Not really This breed generally not used as a therapy dog.	Not really This breed generally not used as a therapy dog.	Not really This breed generally not used as a therapy dog.
Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog	Not really A detection dog or sniffer dog is a dog that is trained to use its senses (mostly its smell) to detect substances such as explosives, illegal drugs, wildlife scat, currency, blood, and contraband electronics such as illicit mobile phones.	Not really A detection dog or sniffer dog is a dog that is trained to use its senses (mostly its smell) to detect substances such as explosives, illegal drugs, wildlife scat, currency, blood, and contraband electronics such as illicit mobile phones.	Not really A detection dog or sniffer dog is a dog that is trained to use its senses (mostly its smell) to detect substances such as explosives, illegal drugs, wildlife scat, currency, blood, and contraband electronics such as illicit mobile phones.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR)	Not really The use of dogs in search and rescue (SAR) is a valuable component in wilderness tracking, natural disasters, mass casualty events, and in locating missing people.	Not really The use of dogs in search and rescue (SAR) is a valuable component in wilderness tracking, natural disasters, mass casualty events, and in locating missing people.	Not really The use of dogs in search and rescue (SAR) is a valuable component in wilderness tracking, natural disasters, mass casualty events, and in locating missing people.
Boat Dog	Not really Czechoslovakian Wolfdog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.	Not really Australian Shepherd breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.	Not really Bernese Mountain Dog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.	Yes A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.

Health Factors - Czechoslovakian Wolfdog vs Australian Shepherd vs Bernese Mountain Dog

Health Issues	Czechoslovakian Wolfdogs tend to have more and frequent health issues than other breeds.	The Australian Shepherd is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Very healthy dog breed.
Health Problems	Elbow Dysplasia Exocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency Hip Dysplasia Lens Luxation Obesity Pituitary Dwarfism Seizures	Allergies Cancer Cataracts Collie Eye Anomaly Deafness Detached Retina Distichiasis Drug Sensitivity Elbow Dysplasia Epilepsy Hip Dysplasia Hypothyroidism Nasal Solar Dermatitis Osteochondrosis Dissecans Persistent Pupillary Membranes Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)	Bloat Cancer Elbow Dysplasia Hip Dysplasia Panosteitis Portosystemic Liver Shunt Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease
Life Expectancy	12-15 years	12-15 years	7-10 years
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Hypoallergenic	No	No	No
Energy Level	Czechoslovakian Wolfdogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Australian Shepherds are high energy dogs.	Bernese Mountain Dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Exercise Need	Czechoslovakian Wolfdogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Australian Shepherds need a lot of exercises.	Bernese Mountain Dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need	Czechoslovakian Wolfdogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend to much time with sleeping.	Australian Shepherds don't need too much sleep.	Bernese Mountain Dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend to much time with sleeping.
Avg. daily food consumption	3 to 5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, divided into two meals.	1.5 to 2.5 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.
Weight Gain Potential	Average.	Average to High.	Average to High.
Weather & Climate	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Czechoslovakian Wolfdog can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Australian Shepherd can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.	Prefers cold weather The Bernese Mountain Dog can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog.
Stinkiness	Medium The Czechoslovakian Wolfdog has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium The Australian Shepherd has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium The Bernese Mountain Dog has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling tendency	The Czechoslovakian Wolfdog drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed.	The Australian Shepherd is a perfect example for very low drooling tendency.	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.

Reproducibility - Czechoslovakian Wolfdog vs Australian Shepherd vs Bernese Mountain Dog

Gestation Length	60-64 days	60-64 days	60-64 days
How often can the have a litter?	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy.
Litter Size	4-8 puppies	6-9 puppies, average 7	1-14 puppies, average 8
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