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Name	Great Pyrenees	Goldendoodle	Bolognese dog
Origins	Spain France	United States Canada	Italy
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Group	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Companion Dogs	Companion 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	Curly Retriever Goldenpoo Curly Golden	Bolognese Toy Dog Bichon Bolognese
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Great Pyrenees vs Goldendoodle vs Bolognese dog breed type comparison:	Purebred	Cross Breed	Purebred

Great Pyrenees vs Goldendoodle vs Bolognese dog Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Great Pyrenees or Goldendoodle or Bolognese dog? Which is the smallest dog, Great Pyrenees or Goldendoodle or Bolognese dog?	Giant	Large	Small
Weight Which is heavier, Great Pyrenees or Goldendoodle or Goldendoodle? Great Pyrenees vs Goldendoodle vs Bolognese dog weight comparison:	Male: from 100 pounds (45 kg), Female: from 85 pounds (38 kg)	Miniature: 15-30 pounds (7-14 kg)Standard: 45-100 pounds (20-45 kg), Medium: 30-45 pounds (14-20 kg)	4.5-9 pounds (2.5-4 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: from 100 pounds (45 kg), Female: from 85 pounds (38 kg)	Miniature: 22.5 pounds (10.5 kg)Standard: 72.5 pounds (32.5 kg), Medium: 37.5 pounds (17 kg)	6.75 pounds (3.25 kg)
Height Which is taller, Great Pyrenees or Goldendoodle or Bolognese dog? Great Pyrenees vs Goldendoodle vs Bolognese dog height comparison:	Male: 27-32 inches (69-81 cm), Female: 25-29 inches (63-74 cm)	13-24 inches (33-61 cm)	Males: 10.5-12 inches (27-30 cm), Female: 10-11 inches (25-28 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 29.5 inches (75 cm), Female: 27 inches (68.5 cm)	18.5 inches (47 cm)	Males: 11.25 inches (28.5 cm), Female: 10.5 inches (26.5 cm)

Great Pyrenees vs Goldendoodle vs Bolognese dog Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Great Pyrenees or Goldendoodle or Bolognese dog? Which is more expensive?	$500-$600	$600-$800	$1200-$1400
Availability Which is easier to get, Great Pyrenees or Goldendoodle or Bolognese dog?	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.	Average: The Bolognese dog is a commonly available dog breed.

Great Pyrenees vs Goldendoodle vs Bolognese dog Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Great Pyrenees vs Goldendoodle vs Bolognese dog intelligence:	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Smart: The Bolognese dog dogs have great intelligence. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Great Pyrenees vs Goldendoodle vs Bolognese dog trainability comparison.	Great Pyrenees dogs are easy to train. See more.	Goldendoodle dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Bolognese dog dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Great Pyrenees or Goldendoodle or Bolognese dog?	Great Pyrenees dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Goldendoodle dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Bolognese dog dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Great Pyrenees or Goldendoodle or Bolognese dog? 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.	Goldendoodle dogs are not the best to protect their territory. See more.	Bolognese dog dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
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Great Pyrenees vs Goldendoodle vs Bolognese dog Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Great Pyrenees or Goldendoodle or Bolognese dog? Great Pyrenees vs Goldendoodle vs Bolognese dog behavior/temperament comparison:	Confident Affectionate Patient Gentle Strong Willed Fearless	Energetic Intelligent Friendly Trainable	Active Playful Intelligent Loyal Devoted Calm Faithful Easygoing Earnest Willing Serene
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.	Sensitive: Bolognese dog dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Great Pyrenees vs Goldendoodle vs Bolognese dog?	Average: Great Pyrenees dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	High: Goldendoodle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Bolognese dog dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Great Pyrenees vs Goldendoodle vs Bolognese dog social needs comparison:	Great Pyrenees dogs are a social breed. See more.	Goldendoodle dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Bolognese dog 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.	Goldendoodle dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Bolognese dog dogs are not the biggest explorers. 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.	Goldendoodle dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.	Bolognese dog dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Great Pyrenees vs Goldendoodle vs Bolognese dog Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Great Pyrenees vs Goldendoodle vs Bolognese dog playfulness comparison:	Great Pyreneess are not the most playful dog breed. See more.	The Goldendoodle is a playful breed. See more.	Average: Bolognese dogs, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
Most Playful Dog Breeds
Barking Which dog barks more/less: Great Pyrenees vs Goldendoodle vs Bolognese dog?	Average to High: The Great Pyrenees is a vocal breed. See more.	Average: The Goldendoodle barks occasionally. See more.	Average to High: The Bolognese dog is a vocal breed. 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 Goldendoodle or Bolognese dog?	It is not recommended to keep the Great Pyrenees breed in the home.	Very house-friendly dog the Goldendoodle breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Bolognese dog breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Great Pyrenees vs Goldendoodle vs Bolognese dog 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.	Goldendoodle dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Bolognese dog 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 Goldendoodle or Bolognese dog?	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.	Bolognese dog dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Great Pyrenees vs Goldendoodle vs Bolognese dog Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Great Pyrenees or Goldendoodle or Bolognese dog?	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Great Pyrenees bite force: The Strongest.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Goldendoodle bite force: Ordinary.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Bolognese dog bite force: Weak.
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 Goldendoodle has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Bolognese dog has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Great Pyrenees vs Goldendoodle vs Bolognese dog mouthiness comparison:	Great Pyrenees dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Goldendoodle dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Bolognese dog dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Great Pyrenees vs Goldendoodle vs Bolognese dog Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Great Pyrenees vs Goldendoodle vs Bolognese dog health comparison. Which is the healthier: Great Pyrenees vs Goldendoodle vs Bolognese dog?	Great Pyreneess are commonly healthy dogs.	Goldendoodles are commonly healthy dogs.	The Bolognese dog is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Great Pyrenees vs Goldendoodle vs Bolognese dog? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Great Pyrenees vs Goldendoodle vs Bolognese dog health problems comparison:	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Bloat Entropion Drug Sensitivity Elbow Dysplasia Addison's Disease	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Allergies Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Bloat Addison's Disease Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis	Hip Dysplasia Legg-perthes Disease Chronic Eye Irritation
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 Goldendoodle should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Average The Bolognese dog should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Great Pyrenees vs Goldendoodle vs Bolognese dog lifespan comparison. How long do Great Pyrenees, Goldendoodle and Bolognese dog breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	10-12 years The average lifespan of Great Pyrenees: 11 years	9-15 years The average lifespan of Goldendoodle: 12 years	13-15 years The average lifespan of Bolognese dog: 14 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Great Pyrenees vs Goldendoodle vs Bolognese dog?	Prefers cold weather The Great Pyrenees can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.

Great Pyrenees vs Goldendoodle vs Bolognese dog Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Great Pyrenees or Goldendoodle or Bolognese dog? Great Pyrenees vs Goldendoodle vs Bolognese dog energy level comparison:	Great Pyrenees dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Goldendoodle dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Bolognese dog dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Great Pyrenees vs Goldendoodle vs Bolognese dog exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Great Pyrenees or Goldendoodle or Bolognese dog? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Great Pyrenees dogs have an average exercise need.	Goldendoodle dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Bolognese dog dogs exercise need is minimal.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Great Pyrenees or Goldendoodle or Bolognese dog?	Great Pyrenees dogs don't need too much sleep.	Goldendoodle dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Bolognese dog dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Great Pyrenees vs Goldendoodle vs Bolognese dog Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Great Pyrenees or Goldendoodle or Bolognese dog?	8 to 10 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals	1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three meals.	1 to 1.5 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 Goldendoodle vs Bolognese dog 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.	Average: The Goldendoodle has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Bolognese dog has an average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Great Pyrenees vs Goldendoodle vs Bolognese dog Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Great Pyrenees vs Goldendoodle vs Bolognese dog coat comparison:	Dense Double	Curly Wavy Smooth Straight	Curly Silky
Colors What are the original Great Pyrenees, Goldendoodle and Bolognese dog color?	White	Black Gray Red White Brown Yellow	Pure white
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Great Pyrenees or Goldendoodle or Bolognese dog? Great Pyrenees vs Goldendoodle vs Bolognese dog grooming comparison:	Average: The Great Pyrenees requires average grooming effort. See more.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Average: The Bolognese dog requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Great Pyrenees or Goldendoodle or Bolognese dog? Great Pyrenees or Goldendoodle or {name3 shedding:	Great Pyrenees dogs shed above average. See more.	Goldendoodle dogs shed moderately. See more.	Bolognese dog dogs shed none to minimal. 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 Goldendoodle or Bolognese dog?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. 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.	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 Goldendoodle vs Bolognese dog hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	Yes See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Great Pyrenees vs Goldendoodle vs Bolognese dog?	Medium ⏺ The Great Pyrenees has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Goldendoodle has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Bolognese dog 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 Goldendoodle is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Bolognese dog is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Great Pyrenees vs Goldendoodle vs Bolognese dog Good With Comparison

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

Great Pyrenees vs Goldendoodle vs Bolognese dog 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 Goldendoodle or Bolognese dog? 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.
Therapy Dog Breeds
Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR) Which one could be a search and rescue dog?	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	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 Goldendoodle vs Bolognese dog?	Not really Great Pyrenees breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Goldendoodle breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Bolognese dog 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.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really 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 Goldendoodle vs Bolognese dog 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 Goldendoodle and Bolognese dog have?	6-9 puppies	4-8 puppies	2-5 puppies
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Great Pyrenees vs Goldendoodle vs Bolognese dog 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.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type section.	Not recognized by FCI.	Not recognized by FCI.
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	Dog Registry of America Inc. American Canine Hybrid Club Designer Breed Registry Designer Dogs Kennel Club International Designer Canine Registry	American Canine Registry America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Foundation Stock Service

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