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Great Pyrenees vs Anatolian Shepherd Dog vs Great Dane Comparison - Dog breed selector: Chien De Montagne Des Pyrénées or Kangal Dog or Apollo of Dogs? Find the right dog for you

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Name Great Pyrenees Anatolian Shepherd Dog Great Dane
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Chien De Montagne Des Pyrénées
Chien Des Pyrénées
Gos De Muntanya Dels Pirineus
Montañés Del Pirineo
Patou
Great Pyrenees
Kangal Dog
Kara Bas
Karabash Dog
Kham Kepiji Dogs
Scandinavian Nygaard Dogs
Coban Kopegi
Apollo of Dogs
Deutsche Dogge
Gentle Giant
German Mastiff
Dane
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Great Pyrenees vs Anatolian Shepherd Dog vs Great Dane breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Great Pyrenees vs Anatolian Shepherd Dog vs Great Dane Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Great Pyrenees or Anatolian Shepherd Dog or Great Dane? Which is the smallest dog, Great Pyrenees or Anatolian Shepherd Dog or Great Dane?
Giant Large Giant
Weight
Which is heavier, Great Pyrenees or Anatolian Shepherd Dog or Anatolian Shepherd Dog? Great Pyrenees vs Anatolian Shepherd Dog vs Great Dane weight comparison:
Male: from 100 pounds (45 kg), Female: from 85 pounds (38 kg) Male: 100-150 pounds (45-68 kg), Female: 90-130 pounds (41-59 kg) Male: 120-200 pounds (54-90 kg), Female: 100-130 pounds (45-59 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: from 100 pounds (45 kg), Female: from 85 pounds (38 kg) Male: 125 pounds (56.5 kg), Female: 110 pounds (50 kg) Male: 160 pounds (72 kg), Female: 115 pounds (52 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Great Pyrenees or Anatolian Shepherd Dog or Great Dane? Great Pyrenees vs Anatolian Shepherd Dog vs Great Dane height comparison:
Male: 27-32 inches (69-81 cm), Female: 25-29 inches (63-74 cm) Male: 28-30 inches (71-76 cm), Female: 26-28 inches (66-71 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: 29.5 inches (75 cm), Female: 27 inches (68.5 cm) Male: 29 inches (73.5 cm), Female: 27 inches (68.5 cm) Male: 32 inches (81 cm), Female: 30 inches (76 cm)

Great Pyrenees vs Anatolian Shepherd Dog vs Great Dane Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Great Pyrenees or Anatolian Shepherd Dog or Great Dane? Which is more expensive?
$500-$600 $500-$600 $800-$1200
Availability
Which is easier to get, Great Pyrenees or Anatolian Shepherd Dog or Great Dane?
Very frequent: The Great Pyrenees is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Anatolian Shepherd Dog is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Great Dane is quite easy to get.

Great Pyrenees vs Anatolian Shepherd Dog vs Great Dane Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Great Pyrenees vs Anatolian Shepherd Dog vs Great Dane intelligence:
Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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Smart: The Great Dane dogs have great intelligence.
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Trainability
Great Pyrenees vs Anatolian Shepherd Dog vs Great Dane trainability comparison.
Great Pyrenees dogs are easy to train.
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Anatolian Shepherd Dog dogs are quite easy to train.
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Great Dane dogs are quite easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Great Pyrenees or Anatolian Shepherd Dog or Great Dane?
Great Pyrenees dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Anatolian Shepherd Dog dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Great Dane dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Great Pyrenees or Anatolian Shepherd Dog or Great Dane? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Great Pyrenees dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Anatolian Shepherd Dog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Great Dane dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Great Pyrenees vs Anatolian Shepherd Dog vs Great Dane Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Great Pyrenees or Anatolian Shepherd Dog or Great Dane? Great Pyrenees vs Anatolian Shepherd Dog vs Great Dane behavior/temperament comparison:
Confident
Affectionate
Patient
Gentle
Strong
Willed
Fearless
Independent
Intelligent
Confident
Bold
Proud
Steady
Loving
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Devoted
Gentle
Reserved
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Sensitive: Great Dane dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Great Pyrenees vs Anatolian Shepherd Dog vs Great Dane?
Average: Great Pyrenees dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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Slightly Below Average: Anatolian Shepherd Dog dogs may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence.
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Average: Great Dane dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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Social Needs
Great Pyrenees vs Anatolian Shepherd Dog vs Great Dane social needs comparison:
Great Pyrenees dogs are a social breed.
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Anatolian Shepherd Dog dogs are kinda antisocial.
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Great Dane dogs are a social breed.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Great Pyrenees dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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The wanderlust potential of the Anatolian Shepherd Dog is strong enough to escape from home.
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Great Dane dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Great Pyrenees dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Anatolian Shepherd Dog dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals.
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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.
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Great Pyrenees vs Anatolian Shepherd Dog vs Great Dane Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Great Pyrenees vs Anatolian Shepherd Dog vs Great Dane playfulness comparison:
Great Pyreneess are not the most playful dog breed.
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Average: Anatolian Shepherd Dogs, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Great Danes are not the most playful dog breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Great Pyrenees vs Anatolian Shepherd Dog vs Great Dane?
Average to High: The Great Pyrenees is a vocal breed.
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Average: The Anatolian Shepherd Dog barks occasionally.
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Low to Average: The Great Dane rarely barks.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Great Pyrenees or Anatolian Shepherd Dog or Great Dane?
It is not recommended to keep the Great Pyrenees breed in the home.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Anatolian Shepherd Dog breed.
Very house-friendly dog the Great Dane breed.

Great Pyrenees vs Anatolian Shepherd Dog vs Great Dane Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
Great Pyrenees dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Anatolian Shepherd Dog dogs don't adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Average: Great Dane dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Great Pyrenees or Anatolian Shepherd Dog or Great Dane?
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.
Anatolian Shepherd Dog dogs handle alone time quite well.
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.

Great Pyrenees vs Anatolian Shepherd Dog vs Great Dane Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Great Pyrenees or Anatolian Shepherd Dog or Great Dane?

Above 400 PSI 🔼

Great Pyrenees bite force: The Strongest.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Anatolian Shepherd Dog bite force: Ordinary.

Above 400 PSI 🔼

Great Dane bite force: The Strongest.
Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:

Low 🔽

The Great Pyrenees has a low chance of biting somebody.

High 🔼

The Anatolian Shepherd Dog has a high chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Great Dane has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Great Pyrenees vs Anatolian Shepherd Dog vs Great Dane mouthiness comparison:
Great Pyrenees dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Anatolian Shepherd Dog dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Great Dane dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Great Pyrenees vs Anatolian Shepherd Dog vs Great Dane Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Great Pyrenees vs Anatolian Shepherd Dog vs Great Dane health comparison. Which is the healthier: Great Pyrenees vs Anatolian Shepherd Dog vs Great Dane?
Great Pyreneess are commonly healthy dogs.
Anatolian Shepherd Dogs are commonly healthy dogs.
Great Danes are commonly healthy dogs.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Great Pyrenees vs Anatolian Shepherd Dog vs Great Dane? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Great Pyrenees vs Anatolian Shepherd Dog vs Great Dane health problems comparison:
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Patellar Luxation
Bloat
Entropion
Drug Sensitivity
Elbow Dysplasia
Addison's Disease
No data available Hip Dysplasia
Patent Ductus Arteriosis
Cancer
Bloat
Mitral Valve Disease
Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis
Dilated Cardiomyopathy
Persistent Right Aortic Arch
Tricuspid Valve Dysplasia
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Rare
The Great Pyrenees should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Rare
The Anatolian Shepherd Dog should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Rare
The Great Dane should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Life Expectancy
Great Pyrenees vs Anatolian Shepherd Dog vs Great Dane lifespan comparison. How long do Great Pyrenees, Anatolian Shepherd Dog and Great Dane breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Great Pyrenees: 11 years
9-13 years
The average lifespan of Anatolian Shepherd Dog: 11 years
7-11 years
The average lifespan of Great Dane: 9 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Great Pyrenees vs Anatolian Shepherd Dog vs Great Dane?
Prefers cold weather
The Great Pyrenees can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog.
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Prefers cold weather
The Anatolian Shepherd Dog can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog.
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Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
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Great Pyrenees vs Anatolian Shepherd Dog vs Great Dane Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Great Pyrenees or Anatolian Shepherd Dog or Great Dane? Great Pyrenees vs Anatolian Shepherd Dog vs Great Dane energy level comparison:
Great Pyrenees dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Anatolian Shepherd Dog dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Great Dane dogs are high-energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Great Pyrenees vs Anatolian Shepherd Dog vs Great Dane exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Great Pyrenees or Anatolian Shepherd Dog or Great Dane? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Great Pyrenees dogs have an average exercise need.
Anatolian Shepherd Dog dogs have an average exercise need.
Great Dane dogs exercise need is minimal.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Great Pyrenees or Anatolian Shepherd Dog or Great Dane?
Great Pyrenees dogs don't need too much sleep.
Anatolian Shepherd Dog dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
Great Dane dogs don't need too much sleep.

Great Pyrenees vs Anatolian Shepherd Dog vs Great Dane Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Great Pyrenees or Anatolian Shepherd Dog or Great Dane?
8 to 10 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals 4 to 7 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
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Great Pyrenees vs Anatolian Shepherd Dog vs Great Dane weight gain potential comparison:
Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Great Pyrenees's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Average: The Anatolian Shepherd Dog has an average risk for obesity.
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Low to Average: The Great Dane has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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Great Pyrenees vs Anatolian Shepherd Dog vs Great Dane Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Great Pyrenees vs Anatolian Shepherd Dog vs Great Dane coat comparison:
Dense
Double
Fine Dense
Colors
What are the original Great Pyrenees, Anatolian Shepherd Dog and Great Dane color?
White Red
Blue
White
Fawn
Brindle
Biscuit
Liver
Black
Blue
White
Fawn
Brindle
Merle
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Great Pyrenees or Anatolian Shepherd Dog or Great Dane? Great Pyrenees vs Anatolian Shepherd Dog vs Great Dane grooming comparison:
Average: The Great Pyrenees requires average grooming effort.
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Easy to groom: The Anatolian Shepherd Dog doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Effortless: The Great Dane requires minimal grooming.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Great Pyrenees or Anatolian Shepherd Dog or Great Dane? Great Pyrenees or Anatolian Shepherd Dog or {name3 shedding:
Great Pyrenees dogs shed above average.
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Anatolian Shepherd Dog dogs are heavy shedders.
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Great Dane dogs shed moderately.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Great Pyrenees or Anatolian Shepherd Dog or Great Dane?
3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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Hypoallergenic
Great Pyrenees vs Anatolian Shepherd Dog vs Great Dane hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?
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Stinkiness
Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Great Pyrenees vs Anatolian Shepherd Dog vs Great Dane?

Medium

The Great Pyrenees has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Anatolian Shepherd Dog has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Great Dane has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?
The Great Pyrenees is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency.
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The Anatolian Shepherd Dog is an average drooler.
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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.
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Great Pyrenees vs Anatolian Shepherd Dog vs Great Dane Good With Comparison

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

Great Pyrenees vs Anatolian Shepherd Dog vs Great Dane 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.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Therapy Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: Great Pyrenees or Anatolian Shepherd Dog or Great Dane? Which is better for autism?

Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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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.

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.
Boat and Sailor Dog
Which one could be a boat dog: Great Pyrenees vs Anatolian Shepherd Dog vs Great Dane?

Not really

Great Pyrenees breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Anatolian Shepherd Dog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Great Dane breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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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.
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Yes

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Yes

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Fighting Dog / Military 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.

Yes

In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

Great Pyrenees vs Anatolian Shepherd Dog vs Great Dane 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.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Litter Size
How many puppies can Great Pyrenees and Anatolian Shepherd Dog and Great Dane have?
6-9 puppies 5-10 puppies 10-15 puppies

Great Pyrenees vs Anatolian Shepherd Dog vs Great Dane Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1933 as a Working breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1996 as a Working breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1887 as a Working breed.
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
No data available 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

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