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Great Pyrenees vs Polish Tatra Sheepdog vs Kangal Dog Comparison - Dog breed selector: Chien De Montagne Des Pyrénées or Polski Owczarek or Kangal Shepherd Dog? Find the right dog for you

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Name Great Pyrenees Polish Tatra Sheepdog Kangal Dog
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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
Polski Owczarek
Tatra Mountain Sheepdog
Owczarek Podhalanski
Kangal Shepherd Dog
Sivas Kangal
Turkish Kangal
Kangal Coban Kopegi
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Great Pyrenees vs Polish Tatra Sheepdog vs Kangal Dog breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Great Pyrenees vs Polish Tatra Sheepdog vs Kangal Dog Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Great Pyrenees or Polish Tatra Sheepdog or Kangal Dog? Which is the smallest dog, Great Pyrenees or Polish Tatra Sheepdog or Kangal Dog?
Giant Large Giant
Weight
Which is heavier, Great Pyrenees or Polish Tatra Sheepdog or Polish Tatra Sheepdog? Great Pyrenees vs Polish Tatra Sheepdog vs Kangal Dog weight comparison:
Male: from 100 pounds (45 kg), Female: from 85 pounds (38 kg) 80-130 pounds (36-59 kg) Male: 110-145 pounds (50-66 kg), Female: 90-120 pounds (41-54 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: from 100 pounds (45 kg), Female: from 85 pounds (38 kg) 105 pounds (47.5 kg) Male: 127.5 pounds (58 kg), Female: 105 pounds (47.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Great Pyrenees or Polish Tatra Sheepdog or Kangal Dog? Great Pyrenees vs Polish Tatra Sheepdog vs Kangal Dog height comparison:
Male: 27-32 inches (69-81 cm), Female: 25-29 inches (63-74 cm) Female: 24-26 inches (60-65 cm), Male: 26-28 inches (65-70 cm) Male: 30-32 inches (77-86 cm), Female: 28-30 inches (72-77 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 29.5 inches (75 cm), Female: 27 inches (68.5 cm) Female: 25 inches (62.5 cm), Male: 27 inches (67.5 cm) Male: 31 inches (81.5 cm), Female: 29 inches (74.5 cm)

Great Pyrenees vs Polish Tatra Sheepdog vs Kangal Dog Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Great Pyrenees or Polish Tatra Sheepdog or Kangal Dog? Which is more expensive?
$500-$600 $600-$800 $600-$800
Availability
Which is easier to get, Great Pyrenees or Polish Tatra Sheepdog or Kangal Dog?
Very frequent: The Great Pyrenees is quite easy to get.
Average: The Polish Tatra Sheepdog is a commonly available dog breed.
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 Polish Tatra Sheepdog vs Kangal Dog Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Great Pyrenees vs Polish Tatra Sheepdog vs Kangal Dog intelligence:
Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Trainability
Great Pyrenees vs Polish Tatra Sheepdog vs Kangal Dog trainability comparison.
Great Pyrenees dogs are easy to train.
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Polish Tatra Sheepdog dogs are quite easy to train.
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Kangal Dog dogs are quite easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Great Pyrenees or Polish Tatra Sheepdog or Kangal Dog?
Great Pyrenees dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Polish Tatra Sheepdog dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Kangal Dog dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Great Pyrenees or Polish Tatra Sheepdog or Kangal 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.
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Polish Tatra Sheepdog dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Kangal Dog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Great Pyrenees vs Polish Tatra Sheepdog vs Kangal Dog Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Great Pyrenees or Polish Tatra Sheepdog or Kangal Dog? Great Pyrenees vs Polish Tatra Sheepdog vs Kangal Dog behavior/temperament comparison:
Confident
Affectionate
Patient
Gentle
Strong
Willed
Fearless
Independent
Intelligent
Calm
Independent
Protective
Alert
Sensitive
Selfish
Calm
Controlled
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Great Pyrenees vs Polish Tatra Sheepdog vs Kangal Dog?
Average: Great Pyrenees dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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High: Polish Tatra Sheepdog dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Kangal Dog dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Great Pyrenees vs Polish Tatra Sheepdog vs Kangal Dog social needs comparison:
Great Pyrenees dogs are a social breed.
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Polish Tatra Sheepdog dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Kangal Dog dogs are known to be antisocial.
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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.
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Polish Tatra Sheepdog dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Kangal Dog dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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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.
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Polish Tatra Sheepdog dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen.
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Kangal 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.
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Great Pyrenees vs Polish Tatra Sheepdog vs Kangal Dog Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Great Pyrenees vs Polish Tatra Sheepdog vs Kangal Dog playfulness comparison:
Great Pyreneess are not the most playful dog breed.
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Average: Polish Tatra Sheepdogs, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Average: Kangal Dogs, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Great Pyrenees vs Polish Tatra Sheepdog vs Kangal Dog?
Average to High: The Great Pyrenees is a vocal breed.
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Low to Average: The Polish Tatra Sheepdog rarely barks.
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Low to Average: The Kangal Dog rarely barks.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Great Pyrenees or Polish Tatra Sheepdog or Kangal Dog?
It is not recommended to keep the Great Pyrenees breed in the home.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Polish Tatra Sheepdog breed.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Kangal Dog breed.

Great Pyrenees vs Polish Tatra Sheepdog vs Kangal 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.
Average: Polish Tatra Sheepdog dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Average: Kangal Dog 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 Polish Tatra Sheepdog or Kangal 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.
Kangal Dog dogs love being alone, they need their own free time.

Great Pyrenees vs Polish Tatra Sheepdog vs Kangal Dog Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Great Pyrenees or Polish Tatra Sheepdog or Kangal Dog?

Above 400 PSI 🔼

Great Pyrenees bite force: The Strongest.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Polish Tatra Sheepdog bite force: Ordinary.

Above 400 PSI 🔼

Kangal Dog bite force: The Strongest.
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 Polish Tatra Sheepdog has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Kangal Dog has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Great Pyrenees vs Polish Tatra Sheepdog vs Kangal Dog mouthiness comparison:
Great Pyrenees dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Polish Tatra Sheepdog dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Kangal Dog dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Great Pyrenees vs Polish Tatra Sheepdog vs Kangal Dog Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Great Pyrenees vs Polish Tatra Sheepdog vs Kangal Dog health comparison. Which is the healthier: Great Pyrenees vs Polish Tatra Sheepdog vs Kangal Dog?
Great Pyreneess are commonly healthy dogs.
The Polish Tatra Sheepdog is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The Kangal Dog is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Great Pyrenees vs Polish Tatra Sheepdog vs Kangal Dog? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Great Pyrenees vs Polish Tatra Sheepdog vs Kangal Dog health problems comparison:
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Patellar Luxation
Bloat
Entropion
Drug Sensitivity
Elbow Dysplasia
Addison's Disease
Hip Dysplasia Fatty Tumors
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).
Average
The Polish Tatra Sheepdog should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Average
The Kangal Dog should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Life Expectancy
Great Pyrenees vs Polish Tatra Sheepdog vs Kangal Dog lifespan comparison. How long do Great Pyrenees, Polish Tatra Sheepdog and Kangal Dog breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Great Pyrenees: 11 years
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Polish Tatra Sheepdog: 11 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Kangal Dog: 13 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Great Pyrenees vs Polish Tatra Sheepdog vs Kangal Dog?
Prefers cold weather
The Great Pyrenees can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog.
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Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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Great Pyrenees vs Polish Tatra Sheepdog vs Kangal Dog Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Great Pyrenees or Polish Tatra Sheepdog or Kangal Dog? Great Pyrenees vs Polish Tatra Sheepdog vs Kangal Dog energy level comparison:
Great Pyrenees dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Polish Tatra Sheepdog dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Kangal Dog dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Great Pyrenees vs Polish Tatra Sheepdog vs Kangal Dog exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Great Pyrenees or Polish Tatra Sheepdog or Kangal Dog? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Great Pyrenees dogs have an average exercise need.
Polish Tatra Sheepdog dogs have an average exercise need.
Kangal Dog dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Great Pyrenees or Polish Tatra Sheepdog or Kangal Dog?
Great Pyrenees dogs don't need too much sleep.
Polish Tatra Sheepdog dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
Kangal Dog dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.

Great Pyrenees vs Polish Tatra Sheepdog vs Kangal Dog Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Great Pyrenees or Polish Tatra Sheepdog or Kangal Dog?
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. 8 to 10 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Great Pyrenees vs Polish Tatra Sheepdog vs Kangal 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.
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High: The Polish Tatra Sheepdog breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Kangal Dog's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Great Pyrenees vs Polish Tatra Sheepdog vs Kangal Dog Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Great Pyrenees vs Polish Tatra Sheepdog vs Kangal Dog coat comparison:
Dense
Double
Silky Dense
Double
Colors
What are the original Great Pyrenees, Polish Tatra Sheepdog and Kangal Dog color?
White Cream
White
Black
Gray
Cream
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Great Pyrenees or Polish Tatra Sheepdog or Kangal Dog? Great Pyrenees vs Polish Tatra Sheepdog vs Kangal Dog grooming comparison:
Average: The Great Pyrenees requires average grooming effort.
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Effortless: The Polish Tatra Sheepdog requires minimal grooming.
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Average: The Kangal Dog requires average grooming effort.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Great Pyrenees or Polish Tatra Sheepdog or Kangal Dog? Great Pyrenees or Polish Tatra Sheepdog or {name3 shedding:
Great Pyrenees dogs shed above average.
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Polish Tatra Sheepdog dogs are low shedders.
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Kangal Dog dogs are heavy shedders.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Great Pyrenees or Polish Tatra Sheepdog or Kangal Dog?
3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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2-3 weeks
Frequent. This breed has high-maintenance hair and may require a bath every 2-3 weeks.
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3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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Hypoallergenic
Great Pyrenees vs Polish Tatra Sheepdog vs Kangal Dog hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?
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Stinkiness
Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Great Pyrenees vs Polish Tatra Sheepdog vs Kangal Dog?

Medium

The Great Pyrenees has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Polish Tatra Sheepdog has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Kangal 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.
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The Polish Tatra Sheepdog is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Kangal Dog drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed.
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Great Pyrenees vs Polish Tatra Sheepdog vs Kangal 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.
Polish Tatra Sheepdog dogs are generally with other pets.
Kangal Dog dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Great Pyrenees or Polish Tatra Sheepdog or Kangal Dog? Which dog is more friendly?
Great Pyrenees dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Polish Tatra Sheepdog dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Kangal Dog dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Great Pyrenees or Polish Tatra Sheepdog or Kangal Dog?
Great Pyrenees dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Polish Tatra Sheepdog dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kangal Dog dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Great Pyrenees or Polish Tatra Sheepdog or Kangal Dog?
Great Pyrenees dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Polish Tatra Sheepdog dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Kangal Dog dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Great Pyrenees or Polish Tatra Sheepdog or Kangal Dog?
Great Pyrenees dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Polish Tatra Sheepdog dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Kangal Dog 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 Polish Tatra Sheepdog vs Kangal Dog?
Yes
Great Pyrenees dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Polish Tatra Sheepdog dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Kangal 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
Polish Tatra Sheepdog is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Kangal 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.
Polish Tatra Sheepdogs are usually recommended for elderly people.
Kangal Dogs are usually recommended for elderly people.

Great Pyrenees vs Polish Tatra Sheepdog vs Kangal 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.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Therapy Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: Great Pyrenees or Polish Tatra Sheepdog or Kangal Dog? Which is better for autism?

Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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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 Polish Tatra Sheepdog vs Kangal Dog?

Not really

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

Polish Tatra Sheepdog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Kangal Dog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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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.
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Yes

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Yes

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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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.

Yes

In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

Great Pyrenees vs Polish Tatra Sheepdog vs Kangal 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.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Litter Size
How many puppies can Great Pyrenees and Polish Tatra Sheepdog and Kangal Dog have?
6-9 puppies 3-5 puppies 5-10 puppies

Great Pyrenees vs Polish Tatra Sheepdog vs Kangal 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. Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section. 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.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
American Canine Association, Inc.
United Kennel Club
American Rare Breed Association
Polish Tatra Sheepdog Club Of America
Polish Kennel Club
American Canine Registry
America's Pet Registry
Dog Registry of America Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
United Kennel Club

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