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Great Pyrenees vs Bulldog vs Old English Sheepdog Comparison - Dog breed selector: Chien De Montagne Des Pyrénées or British Bulldog or Bobtail? Find the right dog for you

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Name Great Pyrenees Bulldog Old English Sheepdog
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Group Pastoral / Herding Dogs Companion Dogs Pastoral / Herding Dogs
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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
British Bulldog
English Bulldog
Bobtail
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Great Pyrenees vs Bulldog vs Old English Sheepdog breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Great Pyrenees vs Bulldog vs Old English Sheepdog Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Great Pyrenees or Bulldog or Old English Sheepdog? Which is the smallest dog, Great Pyrenees or Bulldog or Old English Sheepdog?
Giant Medium Large
Weight
Which is heavier, Great Pyrenees or Bulldog or Bulldog? Great Pyrenees vs Bulldog vs Old English Sheepdog weight comparison:
Male: from 100 pounds (45 kg), Female: from 85 pounds (38 kg) Male: 53-55 pounds (24-25 kg), Female: 49-51 pounds (22-23 kg) Male: from 65 pounds (29 kg), Female: from 60 pounds (27 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: from 100 pounds (45 kg), Female: from 85 pounds (38 kg) Male: 54 pounds (24.5 kg), Female: 50 pounds (22.5 kg) Male: from 65 pounds (29 kg), Female: from 60 pounds (27 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Great Pyrenees or Bulldog or Old English Sheepdog? Great Pyrenees vs Bulldog vs Old English Sheepdog height comparison:
Male: 27-32 inches (69-81 cm), Female: 25-29 inches (63-74 cm) 12-16 inches (31-40 cm), There is no prescribed height, but shorter Bulldogs are more prized when being shown Male: 22-24 inches (56-61 cm), Female: 20-22 inches (51 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 29.5 inches (75 cm), Female: 27 inches (68.5 cm) 14 inches (35.5 cm), There is no prescribed height, but shorter Bulldogs are more prized when being shown Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 21 inches (51 cm)

Great Pyrenees vs Bulldog vs Old English Sheepdog Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Great Pyrenees or Bulldog or Old English Sheepdog? Which is more expensive?
$500-$600 $1200-$2000 $1200-$1500
Availability
Which is easier to get, Great Pyrenees or Bulldog or Old English Sheepdog?
Very frequent: The Great Pyrenees is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Bulldog is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Old English Sheepdog is quite easy to get.

Great Pyrenees vs Bulldog vs Old English Sheepdog Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Great Pyrenees vs Bulldog vs Old English Sheepdog intelligence:
Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Low: The Bulldog is one of the dog breeds that have the lowest degree of obedience intelligence.
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Smart: The Old English Sheepdog dogs have great intelligence.
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Trainability
Great Pyrenees vs Bulldog vs Old English Sheepdog trainability comparison.
Great Pyrenees dogs are easy to train.
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A slightly harder to train than average.
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Old English Sheepdog dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Great Pyrenees or Bulldog or Old English Sheepdog?
Great Pyrenees dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Bulldog dogs are average watchdogs.
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Old English Sheepdog dogs are good watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Great Pyrenees or Bulldog or Old English Sheepdog? 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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Bulldog dogs are not the best to protect their territory.
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Old English Sheepdog dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Great Pyrenees vs Bulldog vs Old English Sheepdog Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Great Pyrenees or Bulldog or Old English Sheepdog? Great Pyrenees vs Bulldog vs Old English Sheepdog behavior/temperament comparison:
Confident
Affectionate
Patient
Gentle
Strong
Willed
Fearless
Loving
Courageous
Friendly
Social
Sweet
Aggressive
Playful
Funny
Loving
Protective
Intelligent
Sociable
Adaptable
Bubbly
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: Old English Sheepdog 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 Bulldog vs Old English Sheepdog?
Average: Great Pyrenees dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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High: Bulldog dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Old English Sheepdog dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Great Pyrenees vs Bulldog vs Old English Sheepdog social needs comparison:
Great Pyrenees dogs are a social breed.
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Bulldog dogs are a social breed.
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Old English Sheepdog dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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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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Bulldog dogs are not the biggest explorers.
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Old English Sheepdog dogs tend to escape less than other breeds.
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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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Bulldog dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals.
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Old English Sheepdog 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 Pyrenees vs Bulldog vs Old English Sheepdog Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Great Pyrenees vs Bulldog vs Old English Sheepdog playfulness comparison:
Great Pyreneess are not the most playful dog breed.
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Bulldogs don't really like playing.
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The Old English Sheepdog is a playful breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Great Pyrenees vs Bulldog vs Old English Sheepdog?
Average to High: The Great Pyrenees is a vocal breed.
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Low: The Bulldog barks none to minimal.
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Average: The Old English Sheepdog barks occasionally.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Great Pyrenees or Bulldog or Old English Sheepdog?
It is not recommended to keep the Great Pyrenees breed in the home.
Very house-friendly dog the Bulldog 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 Old English Sheepdog indoors.

Great Pyrenees vs Bulldog vs Old English Sheepdog 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.
Bulldog dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Old English Sheepdog dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Great Pyrenees or Bulldog or Old English Sheepdog?
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.
Bulldog 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.
Old English Sheepdog dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Great Pyrenees vs Bulldog vs Old English Sheepdog Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Great Pyrenees or Bulldog or Old English Sheepdog?

Above 400 PSI 🔼

Great Pyrenees bite force: The Strongest.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Bulldog bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Old English Sheepdog bite force: Ordinary.
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.

Moderate

The Bulldog has an average chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

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

Health Issues
Great Pyrenees vs Bulldog vs Old English Sheepdog health comparison. Which is the healthier: Great Pyrenees vs Bulldog vs Old English Sheepdog?
Great Pyreneess are commonly healthy dogs.
Very healthy dog breed.
The Old English Sheepdog is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Great Pyrenees vs Bulldog vs Old English Sheepdog? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Great Pyrenees vs Bulldog vs Old English Sheepdog health problems comparison:
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Patellar Luxation
Bloat
Entropion
Drug Sensitivity
Elbow Dysplasia
Addison's Disease
Hip Dysplasia
Patellar Luxation
Entropion
Cherry Eye
Demodectic Mange
Reverse Sneezing
Brachycephalic Syndrome
Dry Eye
Head Shakes
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Deafness
Entropion
Diabetes
Heat Intolerance
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 Bulldog should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Average
The Old English Sheepdog should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Life Expectancy
Great Pyrenees vs Bulldog vs Old English Sheepdog lifespan comparison. How long do Great Pyrenees, Bulldog and Old English Sheepdog breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Great Pyrenees: 11 years
8-10 years
The average lifespan of Bulldog: 9 years
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Old English Sheepdog: 11 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Great Pyrenees vs Bulldog vs Old English Sheepdog?
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 warm weather
Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates.
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Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Old English Sheepdog can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Great Pyrenees vs Bulldog vs Old English Sheepdog Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Great Pyrenees or Bulldog or Old English Sheepdog? Great Pyrenees vs Bulldog vs Old English Sheepdog energy level comparison:
Great Pyrenees dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Bulldog dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.
Old English Sheepdog dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Great Pyrenees vs Bulldog vs Old English Sheepdog exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Great Pyrenees or Bulldog or Old English Sheepdog? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Great Pyrenees dogs have an average exercise need.
Bulldog dogs exercise need is very minimal.
Old English Sheepdog dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Great Pyrenees or Bulldog or Old English Sheepdog?
Great Pyrenees dogs don't need too much sleep.
Bulldog dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.
Old English Sheepdog dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.

Great Pyrenees vs Bulldog vs Old English Sheepdog Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Great Pyrenees or Bulldog or Old English Sheepdog?
8 to 10 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals 1/2 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. Recommended daily amount: 2.5 to 4.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Great Pyrenees vs Bulldog vs Old English Sheepdog 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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High: The Bulldog breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Old English Sheepdog's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Great Pyrenees vs Bulldog vs Old English Sheepdog Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Great Pyrenees vs Bulldog vs Old English Sheepdog coat comparison:
Dense
Double
Fine Waterproof
Shaggy
Double
Colors
What are the original Great Pyrenees, Bulldog and Old English Sheepdog color?
White Gray
Red
White
Fawn
Brindle
Gray
Blue
White
Grizzle
Merle
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Great Pyrenees or Bulldog or Old English Sheepdog? Great Pyrenees vs Bulldog vs Old English Sheepdog grooming comparison:
Average: The Great Pyrenees requires average grooming effort.
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Average: The Bulldog requires average grooming effort.
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Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Great Pyrenees or Bulldog or Old English Sheepdog? Great Pyrenees or Bulldog or {name3 shedding:
Great Pyrenees dogs shed above average.
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Bulldog dogs shed moderately.
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Old English Sheepdog dogs are heavy shedders.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Great Pyrenees or Bulldog or Old English Sheepdog?
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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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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Hypoallergenic
Great Pyrenees vs Bulldog vs Old English Sheepdog 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 Bulldog vs Old English Sheepdog?

Medium

The Great Pyrenees has an average chance of bad smell.

High 🔼

The Bulldog has a high chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Old English Sheepdog 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 Bulldog is a big drooler, so if you're disgusted by slobber spots on your clothes, you should choose a dog from another breed.
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The Old English Sheepdog is a big drooler, so if you're disgusted by slobber spots on your clothes, you should choose a dog from another breed.
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Great Pyrenees vs Bulldog vs Old English Sheepdog Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Great Pyrenees dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Bulldog dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Old English Sheepdog dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Great Pyrenees or Bulldog or Old English Sheepdog? Which dog is more friendly?
Great Pyrenees dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Bulldog dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Old English Sheepdog dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Great Pyrenees or Bulldog or Old English Sheepdog?
Great Pyrenees dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Bulldog dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Old English Sheepdog dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Great Pyrenees or Bulldog or Old English Sheepdog?
Great Pyrenees dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Bulldog dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Old English Sheepdog dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Great Pyrenees or Bulldog or Old English Sheepdog?
Great Pyrenees dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Bulldog dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Old English Sheepdog dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Great Pyrenees vs Bulldog vs Old English Sheepdog?
Yes
Great Pyrenees dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
No
Bulldog dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.
Yes
Old English Sheepdog 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
Bulldog is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Old English Sheepdog 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.
Bulldogs are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Old English Sheepdogs are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Great Pyrenees vs Bulldog vs Old English Sheepdog 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 Bulldog or Old English Sheepdog? 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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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a 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 Bulldog vs Old English Sheepdog?

Not really

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

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

Old English Sheepdog 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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Not really

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.

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Great Pyrenees vs Bulldog vs Old English Sheepdog Reproducibility Comparison

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Litter Frequency

Once a year.

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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 Bulldog and Old English Sheepdog have?
6-9 puppies 4-5 puppies 5-8 puppies

Great Pyrenees vs Bulldog vs Old English Sheepdog 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 1886 as a Non-Sporting breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1888 as a Herding 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. Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type section. Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs 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
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
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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