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Name	German Anatolian Shepherd	Greater Swiss Mountain Dog	Saint Dane
Origins	Turkey Germany	Switzerland	Switzerland Germany Italy
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Common Names & Aliases Compare alternative names and nicknames used for German Anatolian Shepherd, Greater Swiss Mountain Dog, and Saint Dane breeds.	No data available	Swissy Great Swiss Mountain Dog Grosser Schweizer Sennenhund Large Swiss Mountain Dog Great Swiss Cattle Dog Bouvier Suisse	No data available
Breed Classification How do breed classifications differ between German Anatolian Shepherd, Greater Swiss Mountain Dog, and Saint Dane? Compare their breeding categories.	Cross Breed	Purebred	Cross Breed

German Anatolian Shepherd vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Saint Dane Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Compare size differences between German Anatolian Shepherd, Greater Swiss Mountain Dog, and Saint Dane. Which breed is the largest?	Large	Large	Giant
Weight Statistics How do weights compare between German Anatolian Shepherd, Greater Swiss Mountain Dog, and Saint Dane? Compare adult weight ranges.	80-130 pounds (36-59 kg)	130-135 pounds (59-61 kg)	110-200 pounds (50-91 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	105 pounds (47.5 kg)	132.5 pounds (60 kg)	155 pounds (70.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, German Anatolian Shepherd or Greater Swiss Mountain Dog or Saint Dane? German Anatolian Shepherd vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Saint Dane height comparison:	Male: 28-30 inches (71-76 cm), Female: 26-28 inches (66-71 cm)	23.5-28.5 (60-72 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?	Male: 29 inches (73.5 cm), Female: 27 inches (68.5 cm)	23.5-28.5 (66 cm)	Male: 32 inches (81 cm), Female: 30 inches (76 cm)

German Anatolian Shepherd vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Saint Dane Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy costs for German Anatolian Shepherd, Greater Swiss Mountain Dog, and Saint Dane. Find price differences between these breeds.	$500-$600	$2000-$2500	$800-$1200
Availability Which is easier to get, German Anatolian Shepherd or Greater Swiss Mountain Dog or Saint Dane?	Very frequent: The German Anatolian Shepherd is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Greater Swiss Mountain Dog is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Saint Dane is quite easy to get.

German Anatolian Shepherd vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Saint Dane Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Compare intelligence levels between German Anatolian Shepherd, Greater Swiss Mountain Dog, and Saint Dane. Which breed ranks highest?	Smart: The German Anatolian Shepherd dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. 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 German Anatolian Shepherd, Greater Swiss Mountain Dog, and Saint Dane. Which is easiest to train?	German Anatolian Shepherd dogs are easy to train. See more.	Greater Swiss Mountain Dog dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Saint Dane dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Rating Compare watchdog abilities of German Anatolian Shepherd, Greater Swiss Mountain Dog, and Saint Dane. Which breed is most alert?	German Anatolian Shepherd dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Greater Swiss Mountain Dog dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Saint Dane dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Compare territorial instincts between German Anatolian Shepherd, Greater Swiss Mountain Dog, and Saint Dane. Which breed is most protective?	German Anatolian Shepherd dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Greater Swiss Mountain Dog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Saint Dane dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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German Anatolian Shepherd vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Saint Dane Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits How do personalities differ between German Anatolian Shepherd, Greater Swiss Mountain Dog, and Saint Dane? Compare temperaments.	Curious Independent Alert Courageous Intelligent Confident Obedient Loyal Bold Proud Steady Watchful	Protective Alert Devoted Selfish Fearless Good-natured Confidence	Loving Independent Happy Intelligent Confident Friendly Devoted Gentle Going Social Quiet Reserved
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Sensitive: German Anatolian Shepherd dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Sensitive: Saint 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: German Anatolian Shepherd vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Saint Dane?	Average to High: German Anatolian Shepherd dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	Average to High: Greater Swiss Mountain Dog dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	Average to High: Saint Dane dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
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Social Needs German Anatolian Shepherd vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Saint Dane social needs comparison:	German Anatolian Shepherd dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Greater Swiss Mountain Dog dogs are a social breed. See more.	Saint Dane dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	German Anatolian Shepherd dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Greater Swiss Mountain Dog dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Saint Dane dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	German Anatolian Shepherd 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.	Greater Swiss Mountain Dog dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Saint Dane dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

German Anatolian Shepherd vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Saint Dane Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Compare barking frequencies of German Anatolian Shepherd, Greater Swiss Mountain Dog, and Saint Dane. Which breed is most vocal?	Average: The German Anatolian Shepherd barks occasionally. See more.	Low to Average: The Greater Swiss Mountain Dog rarely barks. See more.	Low to Average: The Saint Dane rarely barks. See more.
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Playful Nature Compare playfulness levels between German Anatolian Shepherd, Greater Swiss Mountain Dog, and Saint Dane. Which breed is most playful?	Average: German Anatolian Shepherds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: Greater Swiss Mountain Dogs, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Saint Danes are not the most playful dog breed. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Compare apartment suitability of German Anatolian Shepherd, Greater Swiss Mountain Dog, and Saint Dane. Which adapts best to small spaces?	It is not recommended to keep the German Anatolian Shepherd breed in the home.	It is not recommended to keep the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog breed in the home.	Apartment-friendly dog the Saint Dane breed.
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German Anatolian Shepherd vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Saint Dane Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Compare adaptability between German Anatolian Shepherd, Greater Swiss Mountain Dog, and Saint Dane. Which breed is most flexible?	German Anatolian Shepherd dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Average: Greater Swiss Mountain Dog dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Saint Dane dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: German Anatolian Shepherd or Greater Swiss Mountain Dog or Saint Dane?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Greater Swiss Mountain Dog 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.	Saint Dane dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

German Anatolian Shepherd vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Saint Dane Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

German Anatolian Shepherd vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Saint Dane Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Compare life expectancies of German Anatolian Shepherd, Greater Swiss Mountain Dog, and Saint Dane. Which breed lives longest?	9-13 years The average lifespan of German Anatolian Shepherd: 11 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Greater Swiss Mountain Dog: 11 years	7-11 years The average lifespan of Saint Dane: 9 years
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Climate Tolerance Compare weather adaptability between German Anatolian Shepherd, Greater Swiss Mountain Dog, and Saint Dane. Which handles climate changes best?	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 cold weather The Greater Swiss Mountain Dog can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also 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.
Health Concerns Compare health problems common in German Anatolian Shepherd, Greater Swiss Mountain Dog, and Saint Dane. Which has fewer health issues?	German Anatolian Shepherds are commonly healthy dogs.	The Greater Swiss Mountain Dog is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Very healthy dog breed.
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Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Rare The German Anatolian Shepherd should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Average The Greater Swiss Mountain Dog should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Rare The Saint Dane should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: German Anatolian Shepherd vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Saint Dane? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? German Anatolian Shepherd vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Saint Dane health problems comparison:	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Allergies Cancer Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Bloat Epilepsy Blindness Cherry Eye Elbow Dysplasia Diabetes Heart Disease Retinal Dysplasia Demodectic Mange Degenerative Myelopathy Wobbler's Syndrome Panosteitis Hemophilia B Megaesophagus Cushing's Syndrome Lens Luxation Exocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency Chronic Diarrhea Cruciate Ligament Rupture Digestive Problems Hemophilia A Hypertrophic Osteodystrophy Lupus Myasthenia Gravis Nail Bed Disease Osteochondrosis Pannus Paralysis Perianal Fistula Seborrhea Vitiligo	Hip Dysplasia Bloat Epilepsy Distichiasis Digestive Problems	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Patent Ductus Arteriosis Allergies Cancer Bloat Epilepsy Entropion Elbow Dysplasia Mitral Valve Disease Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis Dilated Cardiomyopathy Persistent Right Aortic Arch Tricuspid Valve Dysplasia

German Anatolian Shepherd vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Saint Dane Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Compare energy levels between German Anatolian Shepherd, Greater Swiss Mountain Dog, and Saint Dane. Which breed is most active?	German Anatolian Shepherd dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Greater Swiss Mountain Dog dogs are high-energy dogs.	Saint Dane dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
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Activity Requirement / Exercise Need German Anatolian Shepherd vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Saint Dane exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: German Anatolian Shepherd or Greater Swiss Mountain Dog or Saint Dane? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	German Anatolian Shepherd dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Greater Swiss Mountain Dog dogs have an average exercise need.	Saint Dane dogs exercise need is minimal.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: German Anatolian Shepherd or Greater Swiss Mountain Dog or Saint Dane?	German Anatolian Shepherd dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Greater Swiss Mountain Dog dogs don't need too much sleep.	Saint Dane dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
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German Anatolian Shepherd vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Saint Dane Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Compare weight gain tendencies between German Anatolian Shepherd, Greater Swiss Mountain Dog, and Saint Dane. Which is most prone to obesity?	Average: The German Anatolian Shepherd has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average: The Saint Dane has an average risk for obesity. See more.
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Food Consumption Compare food requirements between German Anatolian Shepherd, Greater Swiss Mountain Dog, and Saint Dane. Which needs most food?	4 to 7 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	4 to 5 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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German Anatolian Shepherd vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Saint Dane Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Compare hypoallergenic qualities of German Anatolian Shepherd, Greater Swiss Mountain Dog, and Saint Dane. 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 German Anatolian Shepherd, Greater Swiss Mountain Dog, and Saint Dane. What colors are available?	Black Tan Red Blue White Silver Fawn Brindle Biscuit Liver	Black Red White	Black Red Blue White Brown Fawn Brindle Tricolor Merle
Grooming Requirements Compare grooming needs between German Anatolian Shepherd, Greater Swiss Mountain Dog, and Saint Dane. Which requires most maintenance?	Average: The German Anatolian Shepherd requires average grooming effort. See more.	Effortless: The Greater Swiss Mountain Dog requires minimal grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The Saint Dane doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.
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Drooling Tendency Compare drooling tendencies between German Anatolian Shepherd, Greater Swiss Mountain Dog, and Saint Dane. Which drools least?	The German Anatolian Shepherd is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The Greater Swiss Mountain Dog is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Saint Dane 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.
Stinkiness Rating Compare odor levels between German Anatolian Shepherd, Greater Swiss Mountain Dog, and Saint Dane. Which has least natural smell?	Medium ⏺ The German Anatolian Shepherd has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Greater Swiss Mountain Dog has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Saint Dane has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics Compare coat types between German Anatolian Shepherd, Greater Swiss Mountain Dog, and Saint Dane. How do their fur characteristics differ?	Fine Fuzzy	Dense	Dense Rough Smooth
Bathing Needs Compare bathing needs between German Anatolian Shepherd, Greater Swiss Mountain Dog, and Saint Dane. Which requires most frequent baths?	8-12 weeks Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. 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.
Shedding Level Who sheds more German Anatolian Shepherd or Greater Swiss Mountain Dog or Saint Dane? German Anatolian Shepherd or Greater Swiss Mountain Dog or {name3 shedding:	German Anatolian Shepherd dogs are heavy shedders. See more.	Greater Swiss Mountain Dog dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Saint Dane dogs shed above average. See more.
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German Anatolian Shepherd vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Saint Dane Good With Comparison

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

German Anatolian Shepherd vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Saint Dane As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Compare service dog potential between German Anatolian Shepherd, Greater Swiss Mountain Dog, and Saint Dane. Which is best suited for service work?	Yes This breed makes good 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 German Anatolian Shepherd, Greater Swiss Mountain Dog, and Saint Dane. Which excels in therapy work?	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.
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Scent Detection Ability Compare detection capabilities between German Anatolian Shepherd, Greater Swiss Mountain Dog, and Saint Dane. Which has best nose work ability?	Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.	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 German Anatolian Shepherd, Greater Swiss Mountain Dog, and Saint Dane. Which is best for SAR work?	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.	Yes This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.
Maritime Work Ability Compare boating aptitude between German Anatolian Shepherd, Greater Swiss Mountain Dog, and Saint Dane. Which is best suited for water work?	Not really German Anatolian Shepherd breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Greater Swiss Mountain Dog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Saint Dane breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Compare cart pulling abilities between German Anatolian Shepherd, Greater Swiss Mountain Dog, and Saint Dane. 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 German Anatolian Shepherd, Greater Swiss Mountain Dog, and Saint Dane. 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.

German Anatolian Shepherd vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Saint Dane Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare typical litter sizes of German Anatolian Shepherd, Greater Swiss Mountain Dog, and Saint Dane. Which has most puppies?	6-10 puppies	5-10 puppies	10-15 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare gestation periods of German Anatolian Shepherd, Greater Swiss Mountain Dog, and Saint Dane. Any breeding differences?	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding intervals between German Anatolian Shepherd, Greater Swiss Mountain Dog, and Saint Dane. 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.

German Anatolian Shepherd vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Saint Dane Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC groups for German Anatolian Shepherd, Greater Swiss Mountain Dog, and Saint Dane. How are they classified?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1995 as a Working breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Classification Compare FCI groups for German Anatolian Shepherd, Greater Swiss Mountain Dog, and Saint Dane. How are they classified internationally?	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Swiss Mountain- and Cattledogs section.	Not recognized by FCI.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare breed recognition status of German Anatolian Shepherd, Greater Swiss Mountain Dog, and Saint Dane. Which has most recognition?	No data available	American Canine Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club American Pet Registry, Inc.	No data available

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