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Great Pyrenees vs Caucasian Ovcharka Comparison – Which dog is better Chien De Montagne Des Pyrénées or Caucasian Mountain Dog?

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Name Great Pyrenees Caucasian Ovcharka
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Group Pastoral / Herding Dogs Guard Dogs
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Common Names & Aliases
Compare different names used for Great Pyrenees and Caucasian Ovcharka. What other names are these breeds known by?
Chien De Montagne Des Pyrénées
Chien Des Pyrénées
Gos De Muntanya Dels Pirineus
Montañés Del Pirineo
Patou
Great Pyrenees
Caucasian Mountain Dog
Caucasian Sheepdog
Kaukasische Schaferhund
Kawkasky Owtscharka
Caucasian Ovcharka
Breed Classification
Compare breed classifications between a Great Pyrenees and a Caucasian Ovcharka. Learn about their genetic backgrounds.
Purebred Purebred

Great Pyrenees vs Caucasian Ovcharka Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Which is bigger: a Great Pyrenees or a Caucasian Ovcharka? Compare size differences between these breeds.
Giant Giant
Weight Statistics
Compare weight ranges between a Great Pyrenees and a Caucasian Ovcharka. Which breed is heavier?
Male: from 100 pounds (45 kg), Female: from 85 pounds (38 kg) 99-154 pounds (45-70 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: from 100 pounds (45 kg), Female: from 85 pounds (38 kg) 126.5 pounds (57.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Great Pyrenees or Caucasian Ovcharka? Is a Great Pyrenees taller than a Caucasian Ovcharka?
Male: 27-32 inches (69-81 cm), Female: 25-29 inches (63-74 cm) 25-28 inches (64-72 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 29.5 inches (75 cm), Female: 27 inches (68.5 cm) 26.5 inches (68 cm)

Great Pyrenees vs Caucasian Ovcharka Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range
Compare puppy prices between a Great Pyrenees and a Caucasian Ovcharka. Which breed costs more?
$500-$600 $1500-$2500
Availability
Which is easier to get, Great Pyrenees or Caucasian Ovcharka?
Very frequent: The Great Pyrenees 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 Pyrenees vs Caucasian Ovcharka Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating
Which is smarter: a Great Pyrenees or a Caucasian Ovcharka? Compare intelligence rankings and learning abilities.
Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Training Difficulty
Which is easier to train: a Great Pyrenees or a Caucasian Ovcharka? Compare training requirements.
Great Pyrenees dogs are easy to train.
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Caucasian Ovcharka dogs are quite easy to train.
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Watchdog Rating
Which makes a better watchdog: a Great Pyrenees or a Caucasian Ovcharka? Compare alertness levels.
Great Pyrenees dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Caucasian Ovcharka dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Territorial Protection
Which is more protective: a Great Pyrenees or a Caucasian Ovcharka? Compare territorial behaviors.
Great Pyrenees dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Caucasian Ovcharka dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Great Pyrenees vs Caucasian Ovcharka Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits
Compare personalities of a Great Pyrenees and a Caucasian Ovcharka. How do their temperaments differ?
Confident
Affectionate
Patient
Gentle
Strong
Willed
Fearless
Alert
Powerful
Dominant
Quick
Calm
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Great Pyrenees vs Caucasian Ovcharka?
They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Caucasian Ovcharka dogs are less sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Great Pyrenees vs Caucasian Ovcharka?
Average: Great Pyrenees dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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Average to High: Caucasian Ovcharka dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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Social Needs
Great Pyrenees vs Caucasian Ovcharka social needs comparison:
Great Pyrenees dogs are a social breed.
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Caucasian Ovcharka dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between Great Pyrenees vs Caucasian Ovcharka?
Great Pyrenees dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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Caucasian Ovcharka dogs tend to escape less than other breeds.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between Great Pyrenees vs Caucasian Ovcharka? Which can be better for hunting?
Great Pyrenees dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Caucasian Ovcharka 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 Caucasian Ovcharka Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency
Which breed barks more: a Great Pyrenees or a Caucasian Ovcharka? Compare vocalization tendencies.
Average to High: The Great Pyrenees is a vocal breed.
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Average to High: The Caucasian Ovcharka is a vocal breed.
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Playful Nature
Which breed is more playful: a Great Pyrenees or a Caucasian Ovcharka? Compare play drive and energy.
Great Pyreneess are not the most playful dog breed.
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The Caucasian Ovcharka is a playful breed.
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Apartment Adaptability
Which is better for apartments: a Great Pyrenees or a Caucasian Ovcharka? Compare living space needs.
It is not recommended to keep the Great Pyrenees breed in the home.
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 Caucasian Ovcharka indoors.

Great Pyrenees vs Caucasian Ovcharka Adaptability and Independence Comparison

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

Great Pyrenees vs Caucasian Ovcharka Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment
Which has lower bite risk: a Great Pyrenees or a Caucasian Ovcharka? Compare biting tendencies.

Low 🔽

The Great Pyrenees has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Caucasian Ovcharka has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency
Which is more mouthy: a Great Pyrenees or a Caucasian Ovcharka? Compare mouthing behaviors.
Great Pyrenees dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Caucasian Ovcharka dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Bite Strength Rating
Which has a stronger bite: a Great Pyrenees or a Caucasian Ovcharka? Compare bite force PSI.

Above 400 PSI 🔼

Great Pyrenees bite force: The Strongest.

Above 400 PSI 🔼

Caucasian Ovcharka bite force: The Strongest.

Great Pyrenees vs Caucasian Ovcharka Health and Lifespan Comparison

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

Great Pyrenees vs Caucasian Ovcharka Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating
Which breed is more energetic: a Great Pyrenees or a Caucasian Ovcharka? Compare activity levels.
Great Pyrenees dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Caucasian Ovcharka dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Great Pyrenees vs Caucasian Ovcharka exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Great Pyrenees or Caucasian Ovcharka? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Great Pyrenees dogs have an average exercise need.
Caucasian Ovcharka dogs exercise need is minimal.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Great Pyrenees or Caucasian Ovcharka?
Great Pyrenees dogs don't need too much sleep.
Caucasian Ovcharka dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.

Great Pyrenees vs Caucasian Ovcharka Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency
Which gains weight easier: a Great Pyrenees or a Caucasian Ovcharka? Compare obesity risks.
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 to High: If you don't pay attention to the Caucasian Ovcharka's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Food Consumption
Which eats more: a Great Pyrenees or a Caucasian Ovcharka? Compare daily food needs.
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.

Great Pyrenees vs Caucasian Ovcharka Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness
Which is more hypoallergenic: a Great Pyrenees or a Caucasian Ovcharka? Compare allergy friendliness.
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Coat Colors
What color variations exist for Great Pyrenees and Caucasian Ovcharka? Compare breed colors.
White Black
Gray
Cream
White
Silver
Yellow
Grooming Requirements
Which needs more grooming: a Great Pyrenees or a Caucasian Ovcharka? Compare maintenance needs.
Average: The Great Pyrenees requires average grooming effort.
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Easy to groom: The Caucasian Ovcharka doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Drooling Tendency
Which drools more: a Great Pyrenees or a Caucasian Ovcharka? Compare drooling amounts.
The Great Pyrenees is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency.
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The Caucasian Ovcharka 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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Stinkiness Rating
Which has less odor: a Great Pyrenees or a Caucasian Ovcharka? Compare natural smell levels.

Medium

The Great Pyrenees has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Caucasian Ovcharka has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics
How do coats differ between a Great Pyrenees and a Caucasian Ovcharka? Compare fur types.
Dense
Double
Dense
Thick
Double
Bathing Needs
Which needs more baths: a Great Pyrenees or a Caucasian Ovcharka? Compare bathing frequencies.
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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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Great Pyrenees or Caucasian Ovcharka? Do Great Pyrenees dogs shed more than Caucasian Ovcharka dogs?
Great Pyrenees dogs shed above average.
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Caucasian Ovcharka dogs shed moderately.
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Great Pyrenees vs Caucasian Ovcharka Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility
Which is better with children: a Great Pyrenees or a Caucasian Ovcharka? Compare kid-friendliness.
Great Pyrenees dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Caucasian Ovcharka dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Pet Compatibility
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Great Pyrenees dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Caucasian Ovcharka dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Great Pyrenees or Caucasian Ovcharka? Which dog is more friendly?
Great Pyrenees dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Caucasian Ovcharka dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Great Pyrenees or Caucasian Ovcharka?
Great Pyrenees dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Caucasian Ovcharka dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Great Pyrenees or Caucasian Ovcharka? Can a Great Pyrenees and a Caucasian Ovcharka be friends? Do Great Pyrenees dogs get along with Caucasian Ovcharka dogs?
Great Pyrenees dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Caucasian Ovcharka dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is best for first time owners: Great Pyrenees vs Caucasian Ovcharka?
Yes
Great Pyrenees dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Caucasian Ovcharka 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
Caucasian Ovcharka 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.
Caucasian Ovcharkas are usually recommended for elderly people.

Great Pyrenees vs Caucasian Ovcharka As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability
Which makes a better service dog: a Great Pyrenees or a Caucasian Ovcharka? Compare service capabilities.

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 Work Suitability
Which is better for therapy work: a Great Pyrenees or a Caucasian Ovcharka? Compare therapy capabilities.

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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Scent Detection Ability
Which is better at detection work: a Great Pyrenees or a Caucasian Ovcharka? 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 Pyrenees or a Caucasian Ovcharka? 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 Pyrenees or a Caucasian Ovcharka? Compare maritime abilities.

Not really

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

Caucasian Ovcharka breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Draft Work Capability
Which is better at pulling: a Great Pyrenees or a Caucasian Ovcharka? Compare draft work capabilities.

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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Military Service Background
Compare military history between Great Pyrenees and Caucasian Ovcharka. Which has stronger military background?

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 Caucasian Ovcharka Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare litter sizes between Great Pyrenees and Caucasian Ovcharka. Which has larger litters?
6-9 puppies 5-10 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
Compare pregnancy duration between Great Pyrenees and Caucasian Ovcharka breeds.
60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding frequencies between Great Pyrenees and Caucasian Ovcharka. Which needs longer recovery?

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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Great Pyrenees vs Caucasian Ovcharka Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC classifications of Great Pyrenees and Caucasian Ovcharka. Which groups do they belong to?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1933 as a Working breed. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Classification
Compare FCI classifications of Great Pyrenees and Caucasian Ovcharka. Which groups are they in?
Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type section. Not recognized by FCI.
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare kennel club recognition between Great Pyrenees and Caucasian Ovcharka. Which is more widely recognized?
American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
American Canine Registry
America's Pet Registry
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
Foundation Stock Service

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