German Shepherd vs Great Pyrenees Comparison – Which dog is better Alsatian wolf dog or Chien De Montagne Des Pyrénées?

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Name	German Shepherd	Great Pyrenees
Origins	Germany	Spain France
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Group	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs
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Common Names & Aliases Compare different names used for German Shepherd and Great Pyrenees. What other names are these breeds known by?	Alsatian wolf dog Berger Allemand Deutscher Schäferhund Schäferhund Alsatian	Chien De Montagne Des Pyrénées Chien Des Pyrénées Gos De Muntanya Dels Pirineus Montañés Del Pirineo Patou Great Pyrenees
Breed Classification Compare breed classifications between a German Shepherd and a Great Pyrenees. Learn about their genetic backgrounds.	Purebred	Purebred

German Shepherd vs Great Pyrenees Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Which is bigger: a German Shepherd or a Great Pyrenees? Compare size differences between these breeds.	Large	Giant
Weight Statistics Compare weight ranges between a German Shepherd and a Great Pyrenees. Which breed is heavier?	Male: 66-88 pounds (30-40 kg), Female: 49-71 pounds (22-32 kg)	Male: from 100 pounds (45 kg), Female: from 85 pounds (38 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 77 pounds (35 kg), Female: 60 pounds (27 kg)	Male: from 100 pounds (45 kg), Female: from 85 pounds (38 kg)
Height Which is taller, German Shepherd or Great Pyrenees? Is a German Shepherd taller than a Great Pyrenees?	Male: 24-26 inches (60-65 cm), Female: 22-24 inches (55-60 cm)	Male: 27-32 inches (69-81 cm), Female: 25-29 inches (63-74 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 25 inches (62.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (57.5 cm)	Male: 29.5 inches (75 cm), Female: 27 inches (68.5 cm)

German Shepherd vs Great Pyrenees Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy prices between a German Shepherd and a Great Pyrenees. Which breed costs more?	$800-$2000	$500-$600
Availability Which is easier to get, German Shepherd or Great Pyrenees?	Very frequent: The German Shepherd is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Great Pyrenees is quite easy to get.

German Shepherd vs Great Pyrenees Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Which is smarter: a German Shepherd or a Great Pyrenees? Compare intelligence rankings and learning abilities.	Outstanding: German Shepherd is one of the brightest dog breeds. 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 Which is easier to train: a German Shepherd or a Great Pyrenees? Compare training requirements.	German Shepherd dogs are easy to train. See more.	Great Pyrenees dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Rating Which makes a better watchdog: a German Shepherd or a Great Pyrenees? Compare alertness levels.	German Shepherd dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Great Pyrenees dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Which is more protective: a German Shepherd or a Great Pyrenees? Compare territorial behaviors.	German Shepherd dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Great Pyrenees dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
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German Shepherd vs Great Pyrenees Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits Compare personalities of a German Shepherd and a Great Pyrenees. How do their temperaments differ?	Curious Alert Courageous Intelligent Confident Obedient Loyal Watchful	Confident Affectionate Patient Gentle Strong Willed Fearless
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between German Shepherd vs Great Pyrenees?	Sensitive: German 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.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: German Shepherd vs Great Pyrenees?	High: German Shepherd dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average: Great Pyrenees dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.
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Social Needs German Shepherd vs Great Pyrenees social needs comparison:	German Shepherd dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Great Pyrenees dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between German Shepherd vs Great Pyrenees?	German Shepherd dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.	Great Pyrenees dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between German Shepherd vs Great Pyrenees? Which can be better for hunting?	German Shepherd dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Great Pyrenees dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

German Shepherd vs Great Pyrenees Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Which breed barks more: a German Shepherd or a Great Pyrenees? Compare vocalization tendencies.	Low to Average: The German Shepherd rarely barks. See more.	Average to High: The Great Pyrenees is a vocal breed. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Playful Nature Which breed is more playful: a German Shepherd or a Great Pyrenees? Compare play drive and energy.	Average: German Shepherds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Great Pyreneess are not the most playful dog breed. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Which is better for apartments: a German Shepherd or a Great Pyrenees? Compare living space needs.	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 German Shepherd indoors.	It is not recommended to keep the Great Pyrenees breed in the home.
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German Shepherd vs Great Pyrenees Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Which adapts better to changes: a German Shepherd or a Great Pyrenees? Compare adaptability levels.	German Shepherd dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Great Pyrenees dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: German Shepherd or Great Pyrenees?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	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.

German Shepherd vs Great Pyrenees Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Which has lower bite risk: a German Shepherd or a Great Pyrenees? Compare biting tendencies.	High 🔼 The German Shepherd has a high chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Great Pyrenees has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Which is more mouthy: a German Shepherd or a Great Pyrenees? Compare mouthing behaviors.	German Shepherd dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Great Pyrenees dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.
Bite Strength Rating Which has a stronger bite: a German Shepherd or a Great Pyrenees? Compare bite force PSI.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ German Shepherd bite force: Ordinary.	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Great Pyrenees bite force: The Strongest.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force

German Shepherd vs Great Pyrenees Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Which lives longer: a German Shepherd or a Great Pyrenees? Compare average lifespans.	9-13 years The average lifespan of German Shepherd: 11 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Great Pyrenees: 11 years
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Climate Tolerance Which handles weather better: a German Shepherd or a Great Pyrenees? Compare climate tolerances.	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 Great Pyrenees can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. See more.
Health Concerns Compare common health issues between a German Shepherd and a Great Pyrenees. Which breed is healthier?	German Shepherds are commonly healthy dogs.	Great Pyreneess are commonly healthy dogs.
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Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: German Shepherd vs Great Pyrenees?	Rare The German Shepherd should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Rare The Great Pyrenees 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 Shepherd vs Great Pyrenees? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? German Shepherd vs Great Pyrenees 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	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Bloat Entropion Drug Sensitivity Elbow Dysplasia Addison's Disease

German Shepherd vs Great Pyrenees Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Which breed is more energetic: a German Shepherd or a Great Pyrenees? Compare activity levels.	German Shepherd dogs are high-energy dogs.	Great Pyrenees dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
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Activity Requirement / Exercise Need German Shepherd vs Great Pyrenees exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: German Shepherd or Great Pyrenees? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	German Shepherd dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Great Pyrenees dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: German Shepherd or Great Pyrenees?	German Shepherd dogs don't need too much sleep.	Great Pyrenees dogs don't need too much sleep.
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German Shepherd vs Great Pyrenees Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Which gains weight easier: a German Shepherd or a Great Pyrenees? Compare obesity risks.	Low to Average: The German Shepherd has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Great Pyrenees's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
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Food Consumption Which eats more: a German Shepherd or a Great Pyrenees? Compare daily food needs.	3 to 4 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
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot

German Shepherd vs Great Pyrenees Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Which is more hypoallergenic: a German Shepherd or a Great Pyrenees? Compare allergy friendliness.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Coat Colors What color variations exist for German Shepherd and Great Pyrenees? Compare breed colors.	Black Tan Red Silver	White
Grooming Requirements Which needs more grooming: a German Shepherd or a Great Pyrenees? Compare maintenance needs.	Average: The German Shepherd requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The Great Pyrenees requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Drooling Tendency Which drools more: a German Shepherd or a Great Pyrenees? Compare drooling amounts.	The German Shepherd is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Great Pyrenees is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Which has less odor: a German Shepherd or a Great Pyrenees? Compare natural smell levels.	Medium ⏺ The German Shepherd has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Great Pyrenees has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics How do coats differ between a German Shepherd and a Great Pyrenees? Compare fur types.	Fuzzy	Dense Double
Bathing Needs Which needs more baths: a German Shepherd or a Great Pyrenees? Compare bathing frequencies.	8-12 weeks Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Shedding Level Who sheds more German Shepherd or Great Pyrenees? Do German Shepherd dogs shed more than Great Pyrenees dogs?	German Shepherd dogs are heavy shedders. See more.	Great Pyrenees dogs shed above average. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most

German Shepherd vs Great Pyrenees Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Which is better with children: a German Shepherd or a Great Pyrenees? Compare kid-friendliness.	German Shepherd dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Great Pyrenees dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	German Shepherd dogs are generally with other pets.	Great Pyrenees dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly German Shepherd or Great Pyrenees? Which dog is more friendly?	German Shepherd dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Great Pyrenees dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly German Shepherd or Great Pyrenees?	German Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Great Pyrenees dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly German Shepherd or Great Pyrenees? Can a German Shepherd and a Great Pyrenees be friends? Do German Shepherd dogs get along with Great Pyrenees dogs?	German Shepherd dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Great Pyrenees dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: German Shepherd vs Great Pyrenees?	Yes German Shepherd 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.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No German Shepherd is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Great Pyrenees is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	German Shepherds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Great Pyreneess are usually recommended for elderly people.

German Shepherd vs Great Pyrenees As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Which makes a better service dog: a German Shepherd or a Great Pyrenees? Compare service capabilities.	Yes This breed makes good 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 Which is better for therapy work: a German Shepherd or a Great Pyrenees? Compare therapy capabilities.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
Therapy Dog Breeds
Scent Detection Ability Which is better at detection work: a German Shepherd or a Great Pyrenees? Compare scenting abilities.	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.
Search & Rescue Potential Which is better for search and rescue: a German Shepherd or a Great Pyrenees? Compare SAR abilities.	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.
Maritime Work Ability Which is better on boats: a German Shepherd or a Great Pyrenees? Compare maritime abilities.	Not really German Shepherd breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Great Pyrenees breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Which is better at pulling: a German Shepherd or a Great Pyrenees? Compare draft work capabilities.	Not really 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 history between German Shepherd and Great Pyrenees. Which has stronger military background?	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

German Shepherd vs Great Pyrenees Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare litter sizes between German Shepherd and Great Pyrenees. Which has larger litters?	6-10 puppies	6-9 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare pregnancy duration between German Shepherd and Great Pyrenees breeds.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding frequencies between German Shepherd and Great Pyrenees. Which needs longer recovery?	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.

German Shepherd vs Great Pyrenees Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC classifications of German Shepherd and Great Pyrenees. Which groups do they belong to?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1908 as a Herding breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1933 as a Working breed.
FCI Classification Compare FCI classifications of German Shepherd and Great Pyrenees. Which groups are they in?	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 Molossian type section.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare kennel club recognition between German Shepherd and Great Pyrenees. Which is more widely recognized?	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 German Shepherd Dog 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

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jordan
Apr 7, 2020, 4:16:47 PM:
hmm idk witch is better i think the better wone is great pyrenees and german shepherd mix
Sep 3, 2020, 11:55:52 AM:
Shannon
Oct 1, 2020, 2:34:41 PM:
GREAT PYRENEES are fantastic dogs. I own 1 & she's the 1st dog I've ever had. She's so easy to care for. I go in the bush to camp/ walk & never worry that she won't come back. She comes back to check on me then roams again. Best decision ever