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Name	Great Pyrenees	Estrela Mountain Dog	Leonberger
Origins	Spain France	Portugal	Germany
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Group	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Working Dogs
Popularity Rank	66	500	100
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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	Cao da Serra da Estrela Portuguese Shepherd	Gentle Giant Gentle Lion Leonbergi Leo
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Great Pyrenees vs Estrela Mountain Dog vs Leonberger breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Great Pyrenees vs Estrela Mountain Dog vs Leonberger Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Great Pyrenees or Estrela Mountain Dog or Leonberger? Which is the smallest dog, Great Pyrenees or Estrela Mountain Dog or Leonberger?	Giant	Giant	Giant
Weight Which is heavier, Great Pyrenees or Estrela Mountain Dog or Estrela Mountain Dog? Great Pyrenees vs Estrela Mountain Dog vs Leonberger weight comparison:	Male: from 100 pounds (45 kg), Female: from 85 pounds (38 kg)	Male: 99–132 pounds (45-60 kg), Female: 77–99 pounds (35-45 kg)	Male: 130-170 pounds (59-77 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: 115.5 pounds (52.5 kg), Female: 88 pounds (40 kg)	Male: 150 pounds (68 kg), Female: 115 pounds (52 kg)
Height Which is taller, Great Pyrenees or Estrela Mountain Dog or Leonberger? Great Pyrenees vs Estrela Mountain Dog vs Leonberger height comparison:	Male: 27-32 inches (69-81 cm), Female: 25-29 inches (63-74 cm)	Male: 25–30 inches (63.5-76 kg) Female: 24–28 inches (61-71 cm)	Male: 29-31 inches (74-80 cm), Female: 27-29 inches (61-74 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 29.5 inches (75 cm), Female: 27 inches (68.5 cm)	Male: 27.5 inches (70 cm), Female: 26 inches (66 cm)	Male: 30 inches (77 cm), Female: 28 inches (67.5 cm)

Great Pyrenees vs Estrela Mountain Dog vs Leonberger Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Great Pyrenees or Estrela Mountain Dog or Leonberger? Which is more expensive?	$500-$600	Unknown	$1500-$2000
Availability Which is easier to get, Great Pyrenees or Estrela Mountain Dog or Leonberger?	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.	Frequent: The Leonberger is easier than average to get.

Great Pyrenees vs Estrela Mountain Dog vs Leonberger Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Great Pyrenees vs Estrela Mountain Dog vs Leonberger intelligence:	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Smart: The Estrela Mountain Dog dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.
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Trainability Great Pyrenees vs Estrela Mountain Dog vs Leonberger trainability comparison.	Great Pyrenees dogs are easy to train. See more.	Estrela Mountain Dog dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Leonberger dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Great Pyrenees or Estrela Mountain Dog or Leonberger?	Great Pyrenees dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Estrela Mountain Dog dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Leonberger dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Great Pyrenees or Estrela Mountain Dog or Leonberger? 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. See more.	Estrela Mountain Dog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Leonberger dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Great Pyrenees vs Estrela Mountain Dog vs Leonberger Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Great Pyrenees or Estrela Mountain Dog or Leonberger? Great Pyrenees vs Estrela Mountain Dog vs Leonberger behavior/temperament comparison:	Confident Affectionate Patient Gentle Strong Willed Fearless	Stubborn Dignified Protective Alert Loyal Keen Suspicious	Loving Obedient Loyal Fearless Companionable Adaptable
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Great Pyrenees vs Estrela Mountain Dog vs Leonberger?	Average: Great Pyrenees dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	Average to High: Estrela Mountain Dog dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	High: Leonberger dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Great Pyrenees vs Estrela Mountain Dog vs Leonberger social needs comparison:	Great Pyrenees dogs are a social breed. See more.	Estrela Mountain Dog dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Leonberger dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
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. See more.	Estrela Mountain Dog dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	Leonberger dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.
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. See more.	Their prey drive is low. See more.	Leonberger dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Great Pyrenees vs Estrela Mountain Dog vs Leonberger Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Great Pyrenees vs Estrela Mountain Dog vs Leonberger playfulness comparison:	Great Pyreneess are not the most playful dog breed. See more.	The Estrela Mountain Dog is a playful breed. See more.	The Leonberger is a playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Great Pyrenees vs Estrela Mountain Dog vs Leonberger?	Average to High: The Great Pyrenees is a vocal breed. See more.	A lot: Estrela Mountain Dog is a particularly loud breed. See more.	Low: The Leonberger barks none to minimal. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Great Pyrenees or Estrela Mountain Dog or Leonberger?	It is not recommended to keep the Great Pyrenees breed in the home.	It is not recommended to keep the Estrela Mountain Dog breed in the home.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Leonberger breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Great Pyrenees vs Estrela Mountain Dog vs Leonberger 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.	Estrela Mountain Dog dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Average: Leonberger 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 Estrela Mountain Dog or Leonberger?	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.	Leonberger dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Great Pyrenees vs Estrela Mountain Dog vs Leonberger Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Great Pyrenees or Estrela Mountain Dog or Leonberger?	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Great Pyrenees bite force: The Strongest.	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Estrela Mountain Dog bite force: The Strongest.	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Leonberger 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 Pyrenees has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Estrela Mountain Dog has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Leonberger has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Great Pyrenees vs Estrela Mountain Dog vs Leonberger mouthiness comparison:	Great Pyrenees dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Estrela Mountain Dog dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Leonberger dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Great Pyrenees vs Estrela Mountain Dog vs Leonberger Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Great Pyrenees vs Estrela Mountain Dog vs Leonberger health comparison. Which is the healthier: Great Pyrenees vs Estrela Mountain Dog vs Leonberger?	Great Pyreneess are commonly healthy dogs.	Very healthy dog breed.	Leonbergers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Great Pyrenees vs Estrela Mountain Dog vs Leonberger? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Great Pyrenees vs Estrela Mountain Dog vs Leonberger health problems comparison:	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Bloat Entropion Drug Sensitivity Elbow Dysplasia Addison's Disease	No data available	Hip Dysplasia Cancer Bloat Entropion Inherited Polyneuropathy Ectropion Elbow Dysplasia Addison's Disease Eosinophilic Panosteitis
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 Estrela Mountain Dog should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Frequent The Leonberger should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
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Life Expectancy Great Pyrenees vs Estrela Mountain Dog vs Leonberger lifespan comparison. How long do Great Pyrenees, Estrela Mountain Dog and Leonberger breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	10-12 years The average lifespan of Great Pyrenees: 11 years	10-14 years The average lifespan of Estrela Mountain Dog: 12 years	8-10 years The average lifespan of Leonberger: 9 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Great Pyrenees vs Estrela Mountain Dog vs Leonberger?	Prefers cold weather The Great Pyrenees can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers cold weather The Estrela Mountain Dog can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers cold weather The Leonberger can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Great Pyrenees vs Estrela Mountain Dog vs Leonberger Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Great Pyrenees vs Estrela Mountain Dog vs Leonberger Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Great Pyrenees or Estrela Mountain Dog or Leonberger?	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 Pyrenees vs Estrela Mountain Dog vs Leonberger weight gain potential comparison:	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Great Pyrenees's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	High: The Estrela Mountain Dog breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Leonberger's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Great Pyrenees vs Estrela Mountain Dog vs Leonberger Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Great Pyrenees vs Estrela Mountain Dog vs Leonberger coat comparison:	Dense Double	Wavy Thick Coarse	Waterproof
Colors What are the original Great Pyrenees, Estrela Mountain Dog and Leonberger color?	White	Fawn Yellow Wolf Gray	Red Brown Yellow Sandy Reddish Mahogany
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Great Pyrenees or Estrela Mountain Dog or Leonberger? Great Pyrenees vs Estrela Mountain Dog vs Leonberger grooming comparison:	Average: The Great Pyrenees requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The Estrela Mountain Dog requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The Leonberger requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Great Pyrenees or Estrela Mountain Dog or Leonberger? Great Pyrenees or Estrela Mountain Dog or {name3 shedding:	Great Pyrenees dogs shed above average. See more.	Estrela Mountain Dog dogs shed moderately. See more.	Leonberger 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 Pyrenees or Estrela Mountain Dog or Leonberger?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Hypoallergenic Great Pyrenees vs Estrela Mountain Dog vs Leonberger 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 Pyrenees vs Estrela Mountain Dog vs Leonberger?	Medium ⏺ The Great Pyrenees has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Estrela Mountain Dog has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Leonberger 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. See more.	The Estrela Mountain Dog is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Leonberger is an average drooler. See more.

Great Pyrenees vs Estrela Mountain Dog vs Leonberger Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Great Pyrenees dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Estrela Mountain Dog dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.	Leonberger dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Great Pyrenees or Estrela Mountain Dog or Leonberger? Which dog is more friendly?	Great Pyrenees dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Estrela Mountain Dog dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Leonberger dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Great Pyrenees or Estrela Mountain Dog or Leonberger?	Great Pyrenees dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Estrela Mountain Dog dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Leonberger dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Great Pyrenees or Estrela Mountain Dog or Leonberger?	Great Pyrenees dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Estrela Mountain Dog dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Leonberger dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Great Pyrenees or Estrela Mountain Dog or Leonberger?	Great Pyrenees dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Estrela Mountain Dog dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Leonberger dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Great Pyrenees vs Estrela Mountain Dog vs Leonberger?	Yes Great Pyrenees dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Estrela Mountain Dog dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Leonberger 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 Estrela Mountain Dog is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Leonberger 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.	Estrela Mountain Dogs are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Leonbergers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Great Pyrenees vs Estrela Mountain Dog vs Leonberger 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 Pyrenees or Estrela Mountain Dog or Leonberger? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
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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 Estrela Mountain Dog vs Leonberger?	Not really Great Pyrenees breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Estrela Mountain Dog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Leonberger 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	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 Estrela Mountain Dog vs Leonberger 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 Pyrenees and Estrela Mountain Dog and Leonberger have?	6-9 puppies	7-8 puppies	6-8 puppies
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Great Pyrenees vs Estrela Mountain Dog vs Leonberger Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1933 as a Working breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2010 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.	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.
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. Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club

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