Great Bernese vs Bukovina Sheepdog Comparison – Which dog is better Great Bernese or Bucovina Shepherd?

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Name	Great Bernese	Bukovina Sheepdog
Origins	Spain Switzerland France	Romania
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Group	Designer Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs
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Common Names & Aliases Compare different names used for Great Bernese and Bukovina Sheepdog. What other names are these breeds known by?	No data available	Bucovina Shepherd Bucovina Wolf Dog Bukovina Bukovinak Caine Ciobanesc de Bucovina Capau Ciobanesc de Bucovina Dulau Southeastern European Shepherd Bucovina Sheepdog
Breed Classification Compare breed classifications between a Great Bernese and a Bukovina Sheepdog. Learn about their genetic backgrounds.	Cross Breed	Purebred

Great Bernese vs Bukovina Sheepdog Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Which is bigger: a Great Bernese or a Bukovina Sheepdog? Compare size differences between these breeds.	Large Giant	Large Giant
Weight Statistics Compare weight ranges between a Great Bernese and a Bukovina Sheepdog. Which breed is heavier?	Male: 85-110 pounds (38–50 kg), Female: 80-105 pounds (36–48 kg)	Male: 110–200 pounds (50–90 kg), Female: 110–180 pounds (50–80 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 97.5 pounds (38–50 kg), Female: 92.5 pounds (36–48 kg)	Male: 155 pounds (70 kg), Female: 145 pounds (65 kg)
Height Which is taller, Great Bernese or Bukovina Sheepdog? Is a Great Bernese taller than a Bukovina Sheepdog?	Male: 24-28 inches (61–71 cm), Female: 23-27 inches (58–69 cm)	Male: 27–31 inch (68–78 cm), Female: 25–28 inch (64–72 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 26 inches (61–71 cm), Female: 25 inches (58–69 cm)	Male: 29 inch (73 cm), Female: 26.5 inch (68 cm)

Great Bernese vs Bukovina Sheepdog Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy prices between a Great Bernese and a Bukovina Sheepdog. Which breed costs more?	$500-$600	$700-$1000
Availability Which is easier to get, Great Bernese or Bukovina Sheepdog?	Very frequent: The Great Bernese is quite easy to get.	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.

Great Bernese vs Bukovina Sheepdog Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Which is smarter: a Great Bernese or a Bukovina Sheepdog? Compare intelligence rankings and learning abilities.	Smart: The Great Bernese dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Training Difficulty Which is easier to train: a Great Bernese or a Bukovina Sheepdog? Compare training requirements.	Great Bernese dogs are easy to train. See more.	Bukovina Sheepdog dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Rating Which makes a better watchdog: a Great Bernese or a Bukovina Sheepdog? Compare alertness levels.	Great Bernese dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Bukovina Sheepdog dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Which is more protective: a Great Bernese or a Bukovina Sheepdog? Compare territorial behaviors.	Great Bernese dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Bukovina Sheepdog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
Guard Dog Breeds List

Great Bernese vs Bukovina Sheepdog Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits Compare personalities of a Great Bernese and a Bukovina Sheepdog. How do their temperaments differ?	Intelligent Confident Affectionate Patient Loyal Gentle Strong Willed Fearless Faithful	Courageous Devoted Calm
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Great Bernese vs Bukovina Sheepdog?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Bukovina Sheepdog dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Great Bernese vs Bukovina Sheepdog?	Average: Great Bernese dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	High: Bukovina Sheepdog dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Great Bernese vs Bukovina Sheepdog social needs comparison:	Great Bernese dogs are a social breed. See more.	Bukovina Sheepdog dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between Great Bernese vs Bukovina Sheepdog?	The wanderlust potential of the Great Bernese is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Bukovina Sheepdog dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between Great Bernese vs Bukovina Sheepdog? Which can be better for hunting?	Great Bernese dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Bukovina Sheepdog dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Great Bernese vs Bukovina Sheepdog Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Which breed barks more: a Great Bernese or a Bukovina Sheepdog? Compare vocalization tendencies.	Average to High: The Great Bernese is a vocal breed. See more.	Low to Average: The Bukovina Sheepdog rarely barks. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Playful Nature Which breed is more playful: a Great Bernese or a Bukovina Sheepdog? Compare play drive and energy.	Average: Great Berneses, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Bukovina Sheepdogs are not the most playful dog breed. See more.
Most Playful Dog Breeds
Apartment Adaptability Which is better for apartments: a Great Bernese or a Bukovina Sheepdog? Compare living space needs.	It is not recommended to keep the Great Bernese breed in the home.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Bukovina Sheepdog breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Great Bernese vs Bukovina Sheepdog Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Which adapts better to changes: a Great Bernese or a Bukovina Sheepdog? Compare adaptability levels.	Great Bernese dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Average: Bukovina Sheepdog dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Great Bernese or Bukovina Sheepdog?	Great Bernese 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.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Great Bernese vs Bukovina Sheepdog Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Great Bernese vs Bukovina Sheepdog Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Which lives longer: a Great Bernese or a Bukovina Sheepdog? Compare average lifespans.	10-12 years The average lifespan of Great Bernese: 11 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Bukovina Sheepdog: 11 years
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Climate Tolerance Which handles weather better: a Great Bernese or a Bukovina Sheepdog? Compare climate tolerances.	Prefers cold weather The Great Bernese 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 common health issues between a Great Bernese and a Bukovina Sheepdog. Which breed is healthier?	Very healthy dog breed.	Bukovina Sheepdogs tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Great Bernese vs Bukovina Sheepdog?	Rare The Great Bernese should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Frequent The Bukovina Sheepdog should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Great Bernese vs Bukovina Sheepdog? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Great Bernese vs Bukovina Sheepdog health problems comparison:	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Cancer Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Bloat Entropion Drug Sensitivity Elbow Dysplasia Panosteitis Addison's Disease Portosystemic Liver Shunt	No data available

Great Bernese vs Bukovina Sheepdog Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Which breed is more energetic: a Great Bernese or a Bukovina Sheepdog? Compare activity levels.	Great Bernese dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Bukovina Sheepdog dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Great Bernese vs Bukovina Sheepdog exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Great Bernese or Bukovina Sheepdog? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Great Bernese dogs have an average exercise need.	Bukovina Sheepdog dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Great Bernese or Bukovina Sheepdog?	Great Bernese dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Bukovina Sheepdog dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Great Bernese vs Bukovina Sheepdog Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Which gains weight easier: a Great Bernese or a Bukovina Sheepdog? Compare obesity risks.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Great Bernese's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Bukovina Sheepdog's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity
Food Consumption Which eats more: a Great Bernese or a Bukovina Sheepdog? Compare daily food needs.	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.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot

Great Bernese vs Bukovina Sheepdog Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Which is more hypoallergenic: a Great Bernese or a Bukovina Sheepdog? Compare allergy friendliness.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Coat Colors What color variations exist for Great Bernese and Bukovina Sheepdog? Compare breed colors.	Black White	Clear white Black with red-fawn reflections White-beige with distinct patches of grey
Grooming Requirements Which needs more grooming: a Great Bernese or a Bukovina Sheepdog? Compare maintenance needs.	Average: The Great Bernese requires average grooming effort. See more.	Advanced: The Bukovina Sheepdog requires a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Drooling Tendency Which drools more: a Great Bernese or a Bukovina Sheepdog? Compare drooling amounts.	The Great Bernese is an average drooler. See more.	The Bukovina Sheepdog is an average drooler. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Which has less odor: a Great Bernese or a Bukovina Sheepdog? Compare natural smell levels.	Medium ⏺ The Great Bernese has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Bukovina Sheepdog has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics How do coats differ between a Great Bernese and a Bukovina Sheepdog? Compare fur types.	Dense Double	Rough Thick
Bathing Needs Which needs more baths: a Great Bernese or a Bukovina Sheepdog? Compare bathing frequencies.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Great Bernese or Bukovina Sheepdog? Do Great Bernese dogs shed more than Bukovina Sheepdog dogs?	Great Bernese dogs shed above average. See more.	Bukovina Sheepdog dogs shed above average. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most

Great Bernese vs Bukovina Sheepdog Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Which is better with children: a Great Bernese or a Bukovina Sheepdog? Compare kid-friendliness.	Great Bernese dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Bukovina Sheepdog dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Great Bernese dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Bukovina Sheepdog dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Great Bernese or Bukovina Sheepdog? Which dog is more friendly?	Great Bernese dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Bukovina Sheepdog dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Great Bernese or Bukovina Sheepdog?	Great Bernese dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Bukovina Sheepdog dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Great Bernese or Bukovina Sheepdog? Can a Great Bernese and a Bukovina Sheepdog be friends? Do Great Bernese dogs get along with Bukovina Sheepdog dogs?	Great Bernese dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Bukovina Sheepdog dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: Great Bernese vs Bukovina Sheepdog?	Yes Great Bernese dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Bukovina Sheepdog dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Great Bernese is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Bukovina Sheepdog is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Great Berneses are usually recommended for elderly people.	Bukovina Sheepdogs are usually recommended for elderly people.

Great Bernese vs Bukovina Sheepdog As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Which makes a better service dog: a Great Bernese or a Bukovina Sheepdog? 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 Great Bernese or a Bukovina Sheepdog? Compare therapy capabilities.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a 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 Great Bernese or a Bukovina Sheepdog? Compare scenting abilities.	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 Which is better for search and rescue: a Great Bernese or a Bukovina Sheepdog? Compare SAR abilities.	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.
Maritime Work Ability Which is better on boats: a Great Bernese or a Bukovina Sheepdog? Compare maritime abilities.	Not really Great Bernese breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Bukovina Sheepdog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Which is better at pulling: a Great Bernese or a Bukovina Sheepdog? Compare draft work capabilities.	Yes A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Military Service Background Compare military history between Great Bernese and Bukovina Sheepdog. Which has stronger military background?	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.

Great Bernese vs Bukovina Sheepdog Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare litter sizes between Great Bernese and Bukovina Sheepdog. Which has larger litters?	6-9 puppies	4-10 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare pregnancy duration between Great Bernese and Bukovina Sheepdog breeds.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding frequencies between Great Bernese and Bukovina Sheepdog. 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.

Great Bernese vs Bukovina Sheepdog Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC classifications of Great Bernese and Bukovina Sheepdog. Which groups do they belong to?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Classification Compare FCI classifications of Great Bernese and Bukovina Sheepdog. Which groups are they in?	Not recognized by FCI.	Not recognized by FCI.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare kennel club recognition between Great Bernese and Bukovina Sheepdog. Which is more widely recognized?	No data available	No data available

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