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Name	Great Pyrenees	Greater Swiss Mountain Dog	Caucasian Ovcharka
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Common Names & Aliases Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Great Pyrenees, Greater Swiss Mountain Dog, and Caucasian Ovcharka breeds.	Chien De Montagne Des Pyrénées Chien Des Pyrénées Gos De Muntanya Dels Pirineus Montañés Del Pirineo Patou Great Pyrenees	Swissy Great Swiss Mountain Dog Grosser Schweizer Sennenhund Large Swiss Mountain Dog Great Swiss Cattle Dog Bouvier Suisse	Caucasian Mountain Dog Caucasian Sheepdog Kaukasische Schaferhund Kawkasky Owtscharka Caucasian Ovcharka
Breed Classification How do breed classifications differ between Great Pyrenees, Greater Swiss Mountain Dog, and Caucasian Ovcharka? Compare their breeding categories.	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Great Pyrenees vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Caucasian Ovcharka Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Compare size differences between Great Pyrenees, Greater Swiss Mountain Dog, and Caucasian Ovcharka. Which breed is the largest?	Giant	Large	Giant
Weight Statistics How do weights compare between Great Pyrenees, Greater Swiss Mountain Dog, and Caucasian Ovcharka? Compare adult weight ranges.	Male: from 100 pounds (45 kg), Female: from 85 pounds (38 kg)	130-135 pounds (59-61 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)	132.5 pounds (60 kg)	126.5 pounds (57.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Great Pyrenees or Greater Swiss Mountain Dog or Caucasian Ovcharka? Great Pyrenees vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Caucasian Ovcharka height comparison:	Male: 27-32 inches (69-81 cm), Female: 25-29 inches (63-74 cm)	23.5-28.5 (60-72 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)	23.5-28.5 (66 cm)	26.5 inches (68 cm)

Great Pyrenees vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Caucasian Ovcharka Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy costs for Great Pyrenees, Greater Swiss Mountain Dog, and Caucasian Ovcharka. Find price differences between these breeds.	$500-$600	$2000-$2500	$1500-$2500
Availability Which is easier to get, Great Pyrenees or Greater Swiss Mountain Dog or Caucasian Ovcharka?	Very frequent: The Great Pyrenees is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Greater Swiss Mountain Dog 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 Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Caucasian Ovcharka Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Compare intelligence levels between Great Pyrenees, Greater Swiss Mountain Dog, and Caucasian Ovcharka. Which breed ranks highest?	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. 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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Training Difficulty Compare training difficulty levels between Great Pyrenees, Greater Swiss Mountain Dog, and Caucasian Ovcharka. Which is easiest to train?	Great Pyrenees dogs are easy to train. See more.	Greater Swiss Mountain Dog dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Caucasian Ovcharka dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Rating Compare watchdog abilities of Great Pyrenees, Greater Swiss Mountain Dog, and Caucasian Ovcharka. Which breed is most alert?	Great Pyrenees dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Greater Swiss Mountain Dog dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Caucasian Ovcharka dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Compare territorial instincts between Great Pyrenees, Greater Swiss Mountain Dog, and Caucasian Ovcharka. Which breed is most protective?	Great Pyrenees dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Greater Swiss Mountain Dog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Caucasian Ovcharka dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Great Pyrenees vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Caucasian Ovcharka Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits How do personalities differ between Great Pyrenees, Greater Swiss Mountain Dog, and Caucasian Ovcharka? Compare temperaments.	Confident Affectionate Patient Gentle Strong Willed Fearless	Protective Alert Devoted Selfish Fearless Good-natured Confidence	Alert Powerful Dominant Quick Calm
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.	Caucasian Ovcharka dogs are less 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 Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Caucasian Ovcharka?	Average: Great Pyrenees dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	Average to High: Greater Swiss Mountain Dog dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	Average to High: Caucasian Ovcharka dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
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Social Needs Great Pyrenees vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Caucasian Ovcharka social needs comparison:	Great Pyrenees dogs are a social breed. See more.	Greater Swiss Mountain Dog dogs are a social breed. See more.	Caucasian Ovcharka dogs need for social interaction is average. 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.	Greater Swiss Mountain Dog dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Caucasian Ovcharka 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.	Greater Swiss Mountain Dog dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	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. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Great Pyrenees vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Caucasian Ovcharka Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Compare barking frequencies of Great Pyrenees, Greater Swiss Mountain Dog, and Caucasian Ovcharka. Which breed is most vocal?	Average to High: The Great Pyrenees is a vocal breed. See more.	Low to Average: The Greater Swiss Mountain Dog rarely barks. See more.	Average to High: The Caucasian Ovcharka is a vocal breed. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Playful Nature Compare playfulness levels between Great Pyrenees, Greater Swiss Mountain Dog, and Caucasian Ovcharka. Which breed is most playful?	Great Pyreneess are not the most playful dog breed. See more.	Average: Greater Swiss Mountain Dogs, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Caucasian Ovcharka is a playful breed. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Compare apartment suitability of Great Pyrenees, Greater Swiss Mountain Dog, and Caucasian Ovcharka. Which adapts best to small spaces?	It is not recommended to keep the Great Pyrenees breed in the home.	It is not recommended to keep the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog 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.
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Great Pyrenees vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Caucasian Ovcharka Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Compare adaptability between Great Pyrenees, Greater Swiss Mountain Dog, and Caucasian Ovcharka. Which breed is most flexible?	Great Pyrenees dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Average: Greater Swiss Mountain Dog dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	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 Greater Swiss Mountain Dog 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.	Greater Swiss Mountain Dog 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 Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Caucasian Ovcharka Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Compare biting potential between Great Pyrenees, Greater Swiss Mountain Dog, and Caucasian Ovcharka. Which has lowest bite risk?	Low 🔽 The Great Pyrenees has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Greater Swiss Mountain Dog has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Caucasian Ovcharka has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Compare mouthing tendencies between Great Pyrenees, Greater Swiss Mountain Dog, and Caucasian Ovcharka. Which uses mouth most during play?	Great Pyrenees dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Greater Swiss Mountain Dog dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Caucasian Ovcharka dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.
Bite Strength Rating Compare bite forces between Great Pyrenees, Greater Swiss Mountain Dog, and Caucasian Ovcharka. Which has the strongest bite?	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Great Pyrenees bite force: The Strongest.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Greater Swiss Mountain Dog bite force: Ordinary.	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Caucasian Ovcharka bite force: The Strongest.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force

Great Pyrenees vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Caucasian Ovcharka Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Compare life expectancies of Great Pyrenees, Greater Swiss Mountain Dog, and Caucasian Ovcharka. Which breed lives longest?	10-12 years The average lifespan of Great Pyrenees: 11 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Greater Swiss Mountain Dog: 11 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Caucasian Ovcharka: 11 years
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Climate Tolerance Compare weather adaptability between Great Pyrenees, Greater Swiss Mountain Dog, and Caucasian Ovcharka. Which handles climate changes best?	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 Greater Swiss Mountain Dog can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers cold weather The Caucasian Ovcharka can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. See more.
Health Concerns Compare health problems common in Great Pyrenees, Greater Swiss Mountain Dog, and Caucasian Ovcharka. Which has fewer health issues?	Great Pyreneess are commonly healthy dogs.	The Greater Swiss Mountain Dog is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Caucasian Ovcharkas tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
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Vet Care Frequency 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).	Average The Greater Swiss Mountain Dog should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Frequent The Caucasian Ovcharka should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Great Pyrenees vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Caucasian Ovcharka? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Great Pyrenees vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Caucasian Ovcharka health problems comparison:	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Bloat Entropion Drug Sensitivity Elbow Dysplasia Addison's Disease	Hip Dysplasia Bloat Epilepsy Distichiasis Digestive Problems	Joint Dysplasia

Great Pyrenees vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Caucasian Ovcharka Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Compare energy levels between Great Pyrenees, Greater Swiss Mountain Dog, and Caucasian Ovcharka. Which breed is most active?	Great Pyrenees dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Greater Swiss Mountain Dog dogs are high-energy dogs.	Caucasian Ovcharka dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Great Pyrenees vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Caucasian Ovcharka exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Great Pyrenees or Greater Swiss Mountain Dog or Caucasian Ovcharka? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Great Pyrenees dogs have an average exercise need.	Greater Swiss Mountain Dog dogs have an average exercise need.	Caucasian Ovcharka dogs exercise need is minimal.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Great Pyrenees or Greater Swiss Mountain Dog or Caucasian Ovcharka?	Great Pyrenees dogs don't need too much sleep.	Greater Swiss Mountain Dog dogs don't need too much sleep.	Caucasian Ovcharka dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Great Pyrenees vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Caucasian Ovcharka Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Compare weight gain tendencies between Great Pyrenees, Greater Swiss Mountain Dog, and Caucasian Ovcharka. Which is most prone to obesity?	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Great Pyrenees's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Caucasian Ovcharka's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
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Food Consumption Compare food requirements between Great Pyrenees, Greater Swiss Mountain Dog, and Caucasian Ovcharka. Which needs most food?	8 to 10 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals	4 to 5 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.
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Great Pyrenees vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Caucasian Ovcharka Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Great Pyrenees, Greater Swiss Mountain Dog, and Caucasian Ovcharka. Which is best for allergy sufferers?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
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Coat Colors Compare color variations between Great Pyrenees, Greater Swiss Mountain Dog, and Caucasian Ovcharka. What colors are available?	White	Black Red White	Black Gray Cream White Silver Yellow
Grooming Requirements Compare grooming needs between Great Pyrenees, Greater Swiss Mountain Dog, and Caucasian Ovcharka. Which requires most maintenance?	Average: The Great Pyrenees requires average grooming effort. See more.	Effortless: The Greater Swiss Mountain Dog requires minimal grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The Caucasian Ovcharka doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.
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Drooling Tendency Compare drooling tendencies between Great Pyrenees, Greater Swiss Mountain Dog, and Caucasian Ovcharka. Which drools least?	The Great Pyrenees is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The Greater Swiss Mountain Dog is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	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. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Compare odor levels between Great Pyrenees, Greater Swiss Mountain Dog, and Caucasian Ovcharka. Which has least natural smell?	Medium ⏺ The Great Pyrenees has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Greater Swiss Mountain Dog has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Caucasian Ovcharka has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics Compare coat types between Great Pyrenees, Greater Swiss Mountain Dog, and Caucasian Ovcharka. How do their fur characteristics differ?	Dense Double	Dense	Dense Thick Double
Bathing Needs Compare bathing needs between Great Pyrenees, Greater Swiss Mountain Dog, and Caucasian Ovcharka. Which requires most frequent baths?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. 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.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Great Pyrenees or Greater Swiss Mountain Dog or Caucasian Ovcharka? Great Pyrenees or Greater Swiss Mountain Dog or {name3 shedding:	Great Pyrenees dogs shed above average. See more.	Greater Swiss Mountain Dog dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Caucasian Ovcharka dogs shed moderately. See more.
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Great Pyrenees vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Caucasian Ovcharka Good With Comparison

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

Great Pyrenees vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Caucasian Ovcharka As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Compare service dog potential between Great Pyrenees, Greater Swiss Mountain Dog, and Caucasian Ovcharka. Which is best suited for service work?	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 Work Suitability Compare therapy dog potential between Great Pyrenees, Greater Swiss Mountain Dog, and Caucasian Ovcharka. Which excels in therapy work?	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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Scent Detection Ability Compare detection capabilities between Great Pyrenees, Greater Swiss Mountain Dog, and Caucasian Ovcharka. Which has best nose work ability?	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 & Rescue Potential Compare search and rescue potential between Great Pyrenees, Greater Swiss Mountain Dog, and Caucasian Ovcharka. Which is best for SAR work?	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.
Maritime Work Ability Compare boating aptitude between Great Pyrenees, Greater Swiss Mountain Dog, and Caucasian Ovcharka. Which is best suited for water work?	Not really Great Pyrenees breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Greater Swiss Mountain Dog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Caucasian Ovcharka breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Compare cart pulling abilities between Great Pyrenees, Greater Swiss Mountain Dog, and Caucasian Ovcharka. Which is best for draft work?	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.
Military Service Background Compare military service history of Great Pyrenees, Greater Swiss Mountain Dog, and Caucasian Ovcharka. Which has most military use?	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

Great Pyrenees vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Caucasian Ovcharka Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare typical litter sizes of Great Pyrenees, Greater Swiss Mountain Dog, and Caucasian Ovcharka. Which has most puppies?	6-9 puppies	5-10 puppies	5-10 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare gestation periods of Great Pyrenees, Greater Swiss Mountain Dog, and Caucasian Ovcharka. Any breeding differences?	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding intervals between Great Pyrenees, Greater Swiss Mountain Dog, and Caucasian Ovcharka. What's recommended?	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.

Great Pyrenees vs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Caucasian Ovcharka Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC groups for Great Pyrenees, Greater Swiss Mountain Dog, and Caucasian Ovcharka. How are they classified?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1933 as a Working breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1995 as a Working breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Classification Compare FCI groups for Great Pyrenees, Greater Swiss Mountain Dog, and Caucasian Ovcharka. How are they classified internationally?	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 Swiss Mountain- and Cattledogs section.	Not recognized by FCI.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare breed recognition status of Great Pyrenees, Greater Swiss Mountain Dog, and Caucasian Ovcharka. Which has most recognition?	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 Dog Registry of America Inc. North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club American Pet Registry, Inc.	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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