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Name	Great Pyrenees	Newfoundland	Australian Shepherd
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Group	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Working Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Chien De Montagne Des Pyrénées Chien Des Pyrénées Gos De Muntanya Dels Pirineus Montañés Del Pirineo Patou Great Pyrenees	Blackbear Newfie The Gentle Giant Newf	Little Blue Dog Aussie
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Great Pyrenees vs Newfoundland vs Australian Shepherd breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Great Pyrenees vs Newfoundland vs Australian Shepherd Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Great Pyrenees or Newfoundland or Australian Shepherd? Which is more expensive?	$500-$600	$1500-$2000	$600-$800
Availability Which is easier to get, Great Pyrenees or Newfoundland or Australian Shepherd?	Very frequent: The Great Pyrenees is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Newfoundland is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Australian Shepherd is quite easy to get.

Great Pyrenees vs Newfoundland vs Australian Shepherd Size Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Great Pyrenees or Newfoundland or Australian Shepherd? Which is the smallest dog, Great Pyrenees or Newfoundland or Australian Shepherd?	Giant	Giant	Large
Weight Which is heavier, Great Pyrenees or Newfoundland or Newfoundland? Great Pyrenees vs Newfoundland vs Australian Shepherd weight comparison:	Male: from 100 pounds (45 kg), Female: from 85 pounds (38 kg)	Male: 130-150 pounds (59-68 kg), Female: 100-120 pounds (45-54 kg)	Male: 50-65 pounds (25-29 kg), Female: 40-55 pounds (18-25 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: from 100 pounds (45 kg), Female: from 85 pounds (38 kg)	Male: 140 pounds (63.5 kg), Female: 110 pounds (49.5 kg)	Male: 57.5 pounds (27 kg), Female: 47.5 pounds (21.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Great Pyrenees or Newfoundland or Australian Shepherd? Great Pyrenees vs Newfoundland vs Australian Shepherd height comparison:	Male: 27-32 inches (69-81 cm), Female: 25-29 inches (63-74 cm)	Male: 27-29 inches (69-74 cm), Female: 25-27 inches (63-69 cm)	Male: 20-23 inches (52-58cm), Female: 18-21 inches (46–53 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 29.5 inches (75 cm), Female: 27 inches (68.5 cm)	Male: 28 inches (71.5 cm), Female: 26 inches (66 cm)	Male: 21.5 inches (55 cm), Female: 19.5 inches (46–53 cm)

Great Pyrenees vs Newfoundland vs Australian Shepherd Grooming, Hair and Care Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Great Pyrenees vs Newfoundland vs Australian Shepherd coat comparison:	Dense Double	Fluffy Waterproof Thick	Feathered
Colors What are the original Great Pyrenees, Newfoundland and Australian Shepherd color?	White	Black Gray White Brown	Black Red Blue Merle
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Great Pyrenees or Newfoundland or Australian Shepherd? Great Pyrenees vs Newfoundland vs Australian Shepherd 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 Australian Shepherd requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Great Pyrenees or Newfoundland or Australian Shepherd? Great Pyrenees or Newfoundland or {name3 shedding:	Great Pyrenees dogs shed above average. See more.	Newfoundland dogs are heavy shedders. See more.	Australian Shepherd dogs shed moderately. 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 Newfoundland or Australian Shepherd?	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.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.

Great Pyrenees vs Newfoundland vs Australian Shepherd Personality / Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Great Pyrenees or Newfoundland or Australian Shepherd? Great Pyrenees vs Newfoundland vs Australian Shepherd behavior/temperament comparison:	Confident Affectionate Patient Gentle Strong Willed Fearless	Courageous Intelligent Loyal Gentle Social Sweet Cheerful	Active Loving Protective Intelligent Friendly Affectionate Good-natured
Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Great Pyrenees vs Newfoundland vs Australian Shepherd intelligence:	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Smart: The Newfoundland dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Smart: The Australian Shepherd dogs have great intelligence. See more.
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Trainability Great Pyrenees vs Newfoundland vs Australian Shepherd trainability comparison.	Great Pyrenees dogs are easy to train. See more.	Newfoundland dogs are easy to train. See more.	Australian Shepherd dogs are very easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Playfulness Great Pyrenees vs Newfoundland vs Australian Shepherd playfulness comparison:	Great Pyreneess are not the most playful dog breed. See more.	Average: Newfoundlands, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Australian Shepherd is a highly playful breed. See more.
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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: Australian Shepherd 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 Newfoundland vs Australian Shepherd?	Average: Great Pyrenees dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	Average to High: Newfoundland dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	Average to High: Australian Shepherd dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Great Pyrenees vs Newfoundland vs Australian Shepherd social needs comparison:	Great Pyrenees dogs are a social breed. See more.	Newfoundland dogs are a social breed. See more.	Australian Shepherd dogs are a social breed. See more.
Barking Which dog barks more/less: Great Pyrenees vs Newfoundland vs Australian Shepherd?	Average to High: The Great Pyrenees is a vocal breed. See more.	Low to Average: The Newfoundland rarely barks. See more.	Low to Average: The Australian Shepherd rarely barks. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Great Pyrenees or Newfoundland or Australian Shepherd?	Great Pyrenees dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Newfoundland dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Australian Shepherd dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Great Pyrenees or Newfoundland or Australian Shepherd? 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.	Newfoundland dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Australian Shepherd dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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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 Newfoundland has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Australian Shepherd has a low chance of biting somebody.
Bite Force Which bite is stronger: Great Pyrenees or Newfoundland or Australian Shepherd?	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Great Pyrenees bite force: The Strongest.	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Newfoundland bite force: The Strongest.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Australian Shepherd bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Great Pyrenees vs Newfoundland vs Australian Shepherd mouthiness comparison:	Great Pyrenees dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Newfoundland dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Australian Shepherd dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. 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.	Newfoundland dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Australian Shepherd 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.	Newfoundland dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Australian Shepherd 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
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Great Pyrenees or Newfoundland or Australian Shepherd?	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 Newfoundland indoors.	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 Australian Shepherd indoors.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List
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.	Newfoundland dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Australian Shepherd 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 Newfoundland or Australian Shepherd?	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.	Newfoundland 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.	Australian Shepherd 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.

Great Pyrenees vs Newfoundland vs Australian Shepherd Good With Comparison

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

Great Pyrenees vs Newfoundland vs Australian Shepherd Health Comparison

Health Issues Great Pyrenees vs Newfoundland vs Australian Shepherd health comparison. Which is the healthier: Great Pyrenees vs Newfoundland vs Australian Shepherd?	Great Pyreneess are commonly healthy dogs.	Very healthy dog breed.	The Australian Shepherd 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 Newfoundland vs Australian Shepherd? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Great Pyrenees vs Newfoundland vs Australian Shepherd health problems comparison:	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Bloat Entropion Drug Sensitivity Elbow Dysplasia Addison's Disease	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Cancer Hypothyroidism Bloat Epilepsy Cherry Eye Elbow Dysplasia Addison's Disease Cystinuria Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Allergies Cancer Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Deafness Drug Sensitivity Elbow Dysplasia Distichiasis Collie Eye Anomaly Detached Retina Nasal Solar Dermatitis Osteochondrosis Dissecans Persistent Pupillary Membranes
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 Newfoundland should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Average The Australian Shepherd should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy Great Pyrenees vs Newfoundland vs Australian Shepherd lifespan comparison. How long do Great Pyrenees, Newfoundland and Australian Shepherd breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	10-12 years The average lifespan of Great Pyrenees: 11 years	9-13 years The average lifespan of Newfoundland: 11 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Australian Shepherd: 13 years
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Hypoallergenic Great Pyrenees vs Newfoundland vs Australian Shepherd hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Energy Level Who has more energy a Great Pyrenees or Newfoundland or Australian Shepherd? Great Pyrenees vs Newfoundland vs Australian Shepherd energy level comparison:	Great Pyrenees dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Newfoundland dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.	Australian Shepherd dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Great Pyrenees vs Newfoundland vs Australian Shepherd exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Great Pyrenees or Newfoundland or Australian Shepherd? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Great Pyrenees dogs have an average exercise need.	Newfoundland dogs have an average exercise need.	Australian Shepherd dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Great Pyrenees or Newfoundland or Australian Shepherd?	Great Pyrenees dogs don't need too much sleep.	Newfoundland dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	Australian Shepherd dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot
Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Great Pyrenees or Newfoundland or Australian Shepherd?	8 to 10 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals	5 to 6 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1.5 to 2.5 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 Newfoundland vs Australian Shepherd 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 to High: If you don't pay attention to the Newfoundland's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Australian Shepherd's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity
Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Great Pyrenees vs Newfoundland vs Australian Shepherd?	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 Newfoundland can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Australian Shepherd can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Great Pyrenees vs Newfoundland vs Australian Shepherd?	Medium ⏺ The Great Pyrenees has an average chance of bad smell.	High 🔼 The Newfoundland has a high chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Australian Shepherd 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 Newfoundland is a big drooler, so if you're disgusted by slobber spots on your clothes, you should choose a dog from another breed. See more.	The Australian Shepherd is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Great Pyrenees vs Newfoundland vs Australian Shepherd 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.	Yes This breed makes good 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 Newfoundland or Australian Shepherd? 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.	Yes This breed would make an excellent 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 Newfoundland vs Australian Shepherd?	Not really Great Pyrenees breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Yes Newfoundland breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Not really Australian Shepherd 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.	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 Newfoundland vs Australian Shepherd 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 Newfoundland and Australian Shepherd have?	6-9 puppies	4-12 puppies	6-9 puppies, average 7
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Great Pyrenees vs Newfoundland vs Australian Shepherd Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1933 as a Working breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1886 as a Working breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1991 as a Herding breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type section.	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type section.	Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club Australian Shepherd Club Of America

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