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Name	Great Pyrenees	Pyrenean Mastiff	Pyrenean Shepherd
Origins	Spain France	Spain	France
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Group	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Guard 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	Mastin d'Aragon Mastín del Pirineo Mostín d'o Pireneu Perro Mastin del Pireneo	Petit Berger Pyr Shep Pyrenees Sheepdog Berger Des Pyrénées
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Great Pyrenees vs Pyrenean Mastiff vs Pyrenean Shepherd breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Great Pyrenees vs Pyrenean Mastiff vs Pyrenean Shepherd Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Great Pyrenees or Pyrenean Mastiff or Pyrenean Shepherd? Which is the smallest dog, Great Pyrenees or Pyrenean Mastiff or Pyrenean Shepherd?	Giant	Giant	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Great Pyrenees or Pyrenean Mastiff or Pyrenean Mastiff? Great Pyrenees vs Pyrenean Mastiff vs Pyrenean Shepherd weight comparison:	Male: from 100 pounds (45 kg), Female: from 85 pounds (38 kg)	Male: 178-200 pounds (81-90 kg), Female: 200-220 pounds (90-100 kg)	15–32 pounds (7–15 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: from 100 pounds (45 kg), Female: from 85 pounds (38 kg)	Male: 190 pounds (85 kg), Female: 210 pounds (95 kg)	15–32 pounds (7–15 kg)
Height Which is taller, Great Pyrenees or Pyrenean Mastiff or Pyrenean Shepherd? Great Pyrenees vs Pyrenean Mastiff vs Pyrenean Shepherd height comparison:	Male: 27-32 inches (69-81 cm), Female: 25-29 inches (63-74 cm)	Male: 29.5-31 inches (75-80 cm), Female: 26-28.5 inches (68-73 cm)	15.5-18.5 inches (39-47 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 29.5 inches (75 cm), Female: 27 inches (68.5 cm)	Male: 30 inches (77 cm), Female: 28 inches (71 cm)	15.5-18.5 inches (43 cm)

Great Pyrenees vs Pyrenean Mastiff vs Pyrenean Shepherd Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Great Pyrenees or Pyrenean Mastiff or Pyrenean Shepherd? Which is more expensive?	$500-$600	$900-$1000	$500-$800
Availability Which is easier to get, Great Pyrenees or Pyrenean Mastiff or Pyrenean Shepherd?	Very frequent: The Great Pyrenees is quite easy to get.	Average: The Pyrenean Mastiff is a commonly available dog breed.	Frequent: The Pyrenean Shepherd is easier than average to get.

Great Pyrenees vs Pyrenean Mastiff vs Pyrenean Shepherd Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Great Pyrenees vs Pyrenean Mastiff vs Pyrenean Shepherd intelligence:	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Very smart: Pyrenean Mastiff is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Great Pyrenees vs Pyrenean Mastiff vs Pyrenean Shepherd trainability comparison.	Great Pyrenees dogs are easy to train. See more.	Pyrenean Mastiff dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Pyrenean Shepherd dogs are quite 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 Pyrenean Mastiff or Pyrenean Shepherd?	Great Pyrenees dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Pyrenean Mastiff dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Pyrenean Shepherd dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Great Pyrenees or Pyrenean Mastiff or Pyrenean 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.	Pyrenean Mastiff dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Pyrenean Shepherd dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Great Pyrenees vs Pyrenean Mastiff vs Pyrenean Shepherd Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Great Pyrenees or Pyrenean Mastiff or Pyrenean Shepherd? Great Pyrenees vs Pyrenean Mastiff vs Pyrenean Shepherd behavior/temperament comparison:	Confident Affectionate Patient Gentle Strong Willed Fearless	Protective Docile Gentle Brave Noble	Energetic Trainable Watchful Clever Dedicated Bossy
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Sensitive: Pyrenean Mastiff dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Great Pyrenees vs Pyrenean Mastiff vs Pyrenean Shepherd?	Average: Great Pyrenees dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	High: Pyrenean Mastiff dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Pyrenean Shepherd 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 Pyrenean Mastiff vs Pyrenean Shepherd social needs comparison:	Great Pyrenees dogs are a social breed. See more.	Pyrenean Mastiff dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Pyrenean Shepherd 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.	Pyrenean Mastiff dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Pyrenean Shepherd 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.	Pyrenean Mastiff 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.	Pyrenean 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

Great Pyrenees vs Pyrenean Mastiff vs Pyrenean Shepherd Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Great Pyrenees vs Pyrenean Mastiff vs Pyrenean Shepherd playfulness comparison:	Great Pyreneess are not the most playful dog breed. See more.	The Pyrenean Mastiff is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Pyrenean Shepherd is a playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Great Pyrenees vs Pyrenean Mastiff vs Pyrenean Shepherd?	Average to High: The Great Pyrenees is a vocal breed. See more.	Low to Average: The Pyrenean Mastiff rarely barks. See more.	A lot: Pyrenean Shepherd is a particularly loud 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 Pyrenean Mastiff or Pyrenean Shepherd?	It is not recommended to keep the Great Pyrenees breed in the home.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Pyrenean Mastiff breed.	Apartment-friendly dog the Pyrenean Shepherd breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Great Pyrenees vs Pyrenean Mastiff vs Pyrenean Shepherd 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: Pyrenean Mastiff dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Pyrenean Shepherd dogs don't adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Great Pyrenees or Pyrenean Mastiff or Pyrenean 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.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Great Pyrenees vs Pyrenean Mastiff vs Pyrenean Shepherd Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Great Pyrenees vs Pyrenean Mastiff vs Pyrenean Shepherd Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Great Pyrenees vs Pyrenean Mastiff vs Pyrenean Shepherd health comparison. Which is the healthier: Great Pyrenees vs Pyrenean Mastiff vs Pyrenean Shepherd?	Great Pyreneess are commonly healthy dogs.	Very healthy dog breed.	Pyrenean Shepherds tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Great Pyrenees vs Pyrenean Mastiff vs Pyrenean Shepherd? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Great Pyrenees vs Pyrenean Mastiff vs Pyrenean Shepherd health problems comparison:	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Bloat Entropion Drug Sensitivity Elbow Dysplasia Addison's Disease	Hip Dysplasia Bloat Entropion Ectropion Elbow Dysplasia Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)	Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Patent Ductus Arteriosis Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy
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 Pyrenean Mastiff should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Frequent The Pyrenean Shepherd should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Great Pyrenees vs Pyrenean Mastiff vs Pyrenean Shepherd lifespan comparison. How long do Great Pyrenees, Pyrenean Mastiff and Pyrenean Shepherd breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	10-12 years The average lifespan of Great Pyrenees: 11 years	8-12 years The average lifespan of Pyrenean Mastiff: 10 years	15-17 years The average lifespan of Pyrenean Shepherd: 16 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Great Pyrenees vs Pyrenean Mastiff vs Pyrenean 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 average to cold weather conditions The Pyrenean Mastiff can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Pyrenean Shepherd can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Great Pyrenees vs Pyrenean Mastiff vs Pyrenean Shepherd Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Great Pyrenees vs Pyrenean Mastiff vs Pyrenean Shepherd Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Great Pyrenees or Pyrenean Mastiff or Pyrenean Shepherd?	8 to 10 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	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 Pyrenean Mastiff vs Pyrenean 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.	High: The Pyrenean Mastiff breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	Average: The Pyrenean Shepherd has an average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Great Pyrenees vs Pyrenean Mastiff vs Pyrenean Shepherd Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Great Pyrenees vs Pyrenean Mastiff vs Pyrenean Shepherd coat comparison:	Dense Double	Dense	Rough Smooth
Colors What are the original Great Pyrenees, Pyrenean Mastiff and Pyrenean Shepherd color?	White	Black White Brown Spotted Grey	Black Gray White Fawn Brindle
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Great Pyrenees or Pyrenean Mastiff or Pyrenean Shepherd? Great Pyrenees vs Pyrenean Mastiff vs Pyrenean Shepherd grooming comparison:	Average: The Great Pyrenees requires average grooming effort. See more.	Advanced: The Pyrenean Mastiff requires a lot of grooming. See more.	Average: The Pyrenean Shepherd requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Great Pyrenees or Pyrenean Mastiff or Pyrenean Shepherd? Great Pyrenees or Pyrenean Mastiff or {name3 shedding:	Great Pyrenees dogs shed above average. See more.	Pyrenean Mastiff dogs are heavy shedders. See more.	Pyrenean 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 Pyrenean Mastiff or Pyrenean Shepherd?	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.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.
Hypoallergenic Great Pyrenees vs Pyrenean Mastiff vs Pyrenean Shepherd hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Great Pyrenees vs Pyrenean Mastiff vs Pyrenean Shepherd?	Medium ⏺ The Great Pyrenees has an average chance of bad smell.	High 🔼 The Pyrenean Mastiff has a high chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Pyrenean 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 Pyrenean Mastiff 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 Pyrenean Shepherd is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Great Pyrenees vs Pyrenean Mastiff vs Pyrenean Shepherd Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Great Pyrenees dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Pyrenean Mastiff dogs are generally with other pets.	Pyrenean Shepherd dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Great Pyrenees or Pyrenean Mastiff or Pyrenean Shepherd? Which dog is more friendly?	Great Pyrenees dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Pyrenean Mastiff dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Pyrenean Shepherd dogs are not the most 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 Pyrenean Mastiff or Pyrenean Shepherd?	Great Pyrenees dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Pyrenean Mastiff dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Pyrenean Shepherd dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Great Pyrenees or Pyrenean Mastiff or Pyrenean Shepherd?	Great Pyrenees dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Pyrenean Mastiff dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Pyrenean 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 Pyrenean Mastiff or Pyrenean Shepherd?	Great Pyrenees dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Pyrenean Mastiff dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Pyrenean Shepherd 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 Pyrenean Mastiff vs Pyrenean Shepherd?	Yes Great Pyrenees dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Pyrenean Mastiff dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	No Pyrenean Shepherd dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Great Pyrenees is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Pyrenean Mastiff is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Pyrenean 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.	Pyrenean Mastiffs are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Pyrenean Shepherds are usually recommended for elderly people.

Great Pyrenees vs Pyrenean Mastiff vs Pyrenean 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.	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 Pyrenean Mastiff or Pyrenean 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.
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 Pyrenean Mastiff vs Pyrenean Shepherd?	Not really Great Pyrenees breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Pyrenean Mastiff breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Pyrenean 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 Pyrenean Mastiff vs Pyrenean 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 Pyrenean Mastiff and Pyrenean Shepherd have?	6-9 puppies	1-10 puppies, average 5	4 puppies
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Great Pyrenees vs Pyrenean Mastiff vs Pyrenean Shepherd Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1933 as a Working breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2009 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	Dog Registry of America Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Foundation Stock Service	American Kennel Club Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain Continental Kennel Club United Kennel Club

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