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Name	Great Dane	St. Bernard	Pyrenean Mastiff
Origins	Germany	Switzerland Italy	Spain
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Group	Working Dogs	Working Dogs	Guard Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Apollo of Dogs Deutsche Dogge Gentle Giant German Mastiff Dane	Alpine Mastiff Bernhardiner St. Barnhardshund St. Bernard Saint	Mastin d'Aragon Mastín del Pirineo Mostín d'o Pireneu Perro Mastin del Pireneo
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Great Dane vs St. Bernard vs Pyrenean Mastiff breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Great Dane vs St. Bernard vs Pyrenean Mastiff Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Great Dane or St. Bernard or Pyrenean Mastiff? Which is the smallest dog, Great Dane or St. Bernard or Pyrenean Mastiff?	Giant	Giant	Giant
Weight Which is heavier, Great Dane or St. Bernard or St. Bernard? Great Dane vs St. Bernard vs Pyrenean Mastiff weight comparison:	Male: 120-200 pounds (54-90 kg), Female: 100-130 pounds (45-59 kg)	110-200 pounds (50-91 kg)	Male: 178-200 pounds (81-90 kg), Female: 200-220 pounds (90-100 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 160 pounds (72 kg), Female: 115 pounds (52 kg)	155 pounds (70.5 kg)	Male: 190 pounds (85 kg), Female: 210 pounds (95 kg)
Height Which is taller, Great Dane or St. Bernard or Pyrenean Mastiff? Great Dane vs St. Bernard vs Pyrenean Mastiff height comparison:	Male: 30-34 inches (76-86 cm), Female: 28-32 inches (71-81 cm)	25.5-27.5 inches (61-70 cm)	Male: 29.5-31 inches (75-80 cm), Female: 26-28.5 inches (68-73 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 32 inches (81 cm), Female: 30 inches (76 cm)	25.5-27.5 inches (65.5 cm)	Male: 30 inches (77 cm), Female: 28 inches (71 cm)

Great Dane vs St. Bernard vs Pyrenean Mastiff Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Great Dane or St. Bernard or Pyrenean Mastiff? Which is more expensive?	$800-$1200	$1500-$1800	$900-$1000
Availability Which is easier to get, Great Dane or St. Bernard or Pyrenean Mastiff?	Very frequent: The Great Dane is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The St.	Average: The Pyrenean Mastiff is a commonly available dog breed.

Great Dane vs St. Bernard vs Pyrenean Mastiff Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Great Dane vs St. Bernard vs Pyrenean Mastiff intelligence:	Smart: The Great Dane dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Very smart: Pyrenean Mastiff is an excellent dog breed. See more.
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Trainability Great Dane vs St. Bernard vs Pyrenean Mastiff trainability comparison.	Great Dane dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	A slightly harder to train than average. See more.	Pyrenean Mastiff dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Great Dane or St. Bernard or Pyrenean Mastiff?	Great Dane dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	St. See more.	Pyrenean Mastiff dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Great Dane or St. Bernard or Pyrenean Mastiff? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Great Dane dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	St. See more.	Pyrenean Mastiff dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Great Dane vs St. Bernard vs Pyrenean Mastiff Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Great Dane or St. Bernard or Pyrenean Mastiff? Great Dane vs St. Bernard vs Pyrenean Mastiff behavior/temperament comparison:	Loving Intelligent Confident Friendly Devoted Gentle Reserved	Independent Happy Friendly Gentle Going Social Quiet	Protective Docile Gentle Brave Noble
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Sensitive: Great Dane dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	Sensitive: St. See more.	Sensitive: Pyrenean Mastiff 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: Great Dane vs St. Bernard vs Pyrenean Mastiff?	Average: Great Dane dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	High: St. See more.	High: Pyrenean Mastiff dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Great Dane vs St. Bernard vs Pyrenean Mastiff social needs comparison:	Great Dane dogs are a social breed. See more.	St. See more.	Pyrenean Mastiff dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Great Dane dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	St. See more.	Pyrenean Mastiff dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	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.	Their prey drive is low. See more.	Pyrenean Mastiff 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

Great Dane vs St. Bernard vs Pyrenean Mastiff Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Great Dane vs St. Bernard vs Pyrenean Mastiff playfulness comparison:	Great Danes are not the most playful dog breed. See more.	St. See more.	The Pyrenean Mastiff is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Great Dane vs St. Bernard vs Pyrenean Mastiff?	Low to Average: The Great Dane rarely barks. See more.	Low: The St. See more.	Low to Average: The Pyrenean Mastiff 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 Great Dane or St. Bernard or Pyrenean Mastiff?	Very house-friendly dog the Great Dane 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.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Pyrenean Mastiff breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Great Dane vs St. Bernard vs Pyrenean Mastiff Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Average: Great Dane dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	St.	Average: Pyrenean Mastiff dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Great Dane or St. Bernard or Pyrenean Mastiff?	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.	St.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Great Dane vs St. Bernard vs Pyrenean Mastiff Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Great Dane vs St. Bernard vs Pyrenean Mastiff Health and Lifespan Comparison

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

Great Dane vs St. Bernard vs Pyrenean Mastiff Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Great Dane or St. Bernard or Pyrenean Mastiff? Great Dane vs St. Bernard vs Pyrenean Mastiff energy level comparison:	Great Dane dogs are high-energy dogs.	St.	Pyrenean Mastiff dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Great Dane vs St. Bernard vs Pyrenean Mastiff exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Great Dane or St. Bernard or Pyrenean Mastiff? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Great Dane dogs exercise need is minimal.	St.	Pyrenean Mastiff dogs exercise need is minimal.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Great Dane or St. Bernard or Pyrenean Mastiff?	Great Dane dogs don't need too much sleep.	St.	Pyrenean Mastiff dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Great Dane vs St. Bernard vs Pyrenean Mastiff Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Great Dane or St. Bernard or Pyrenean Mastiff?	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
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Great Dane vs St. Bernard vs Pyrenean Mastiff weight gain potential comparison:	Low to Average: The Great Dane has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the St. See more.	High: The Pyrenean Mastiff breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Great Dane vs St. Bernard vs Pyrenean Mastiff Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Great Dane vs St. Bernard vs Pyrenean Mastiff coat comparison:	Dense	Dense Rough Smooth	Dense
Colors What are the original Great Dane, St. Bernard and Pyrenean Mastiff color?	Black Blue White Fawn Brindle Merle	Black Red White Brown Brindle Tricolor	Black White Brown Spotted Grey
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Great Dane or St. Bernard or Pyrenean Mastiff? Great Dane vs St. Bernard vs Pyrenean Mastiff grooming comparison:	Effortless: The Great Dane requires minimal grooming. See more.	Average: The St. See more.	Advanced: The Pyrenean Mastiff requires a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Great Dane or St. Bernard or Pyrenean Mastiff? Great Dane or St. Bernard or {name3 shedding:	Great Dane dogs shed moderately. See more.	St. See more.	Pyrenean Mastiff dogs are heavy shedders. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Great Dane or St. Bernard or Pyrenean Mastiff?	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.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.
Hypoallergenic Great Dane vs St. Bernard vs Pyrenean Mastiff 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, Great Dane vs St. Bernard vs Pyrenean Mastiff?	Medium ⏺ The Great Dane has an average chance of bad smell.	High 🔼 The St.	High 🔼 The Pyrenean Mastiff has a high chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	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.	The St. See more.	The Pyrenean Mastiff 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.

Great Dane vs St. Bernard vs Pyrenean Mastiff Good With Comparison

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

Great Dane vs St. Bernard vs Pyrenean Mastiff 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: Great Dane or St. Bernard or Pyrenean Mastiff? Which is better for autism?	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	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
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: Great Dane vs St. Bernard vs Pyrenean Mastiff?	Not really Great Dane breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really St. See more.	Not really Pyrenean Mastiff 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	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Great Dane vs St. Bernard vs Pyrenean Mastiff 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 Great Dane and St. Bernard and Pyrenean Mastiff have?	10-15 puppies	6-8 puppies	1-10 puppies, average 5
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Great Dane vs St. Bernard vs Pyrenean Mastiff Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1887 as a Working breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Working breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type section.	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 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	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	Dog Registry of America Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Foundation Stock Service

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