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Name	Great Pyrenees	South Russian Ovcharka	Old English Sheepdog
Origins	Spain France	Russia	England
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Group	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Guard Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs
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Common Names & Aliases Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Great Pyrenees, South Russian Ovcharka, and Old English Sheepdog breeds.	Chien De Montagne Des Pyrénées Chien Des Pyrénées Gos De Muntanya Dels Pirineus Montañés Del Pirineo Patou Great Pyrenees	South Russian Sheepdog South Russian Shepherd Dog South Ukrainian Ovcharka Ukrainian Ovcharka Yuzhak Ioujnorousskaia Ovtcharka	Bobtail
Breed Classification How do breed classifications differ between Great Pyrenees, South Russian Ovcharka, and Old English Sheepdog? Compare their breeding categories.	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Great Pyrenees vs South Russian Ovcharka vs Old English Sheepdog Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Compare size differences between Great Pyrenees, South Russian Ovcharka, and Old English Sheepdog. Which breed is the largest?	Giant	Large	Large
Weight Statistics How do weights compare between Great Pyrenees, South Russian Ovcharka, and Old English Sheepdog? Compare adult weight ranges.	Male: from 100 pounds (45 kg), Female: from 85 pounds (38 kg)	108-110 pounds (48-50 kg)	Male: from 65 pounds (29 kg), Female: from 60 pounds (27 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: from 100 pounds (45 kg), Female: from 85 pounds (38 kg)	109 pounds (49 kg)	Male: from 65 pounds (29 kg), Female: from 60 pounds (27 kg)
Height Which is taller, Great Pyrenees or South Russian Ovcharka or Old English Sheepdog? Great Pyrenees vs South Russian Ovcharka vs Old English Sheepdog height comparison:	Male: 27-32 inches (69-81 cm), Female: 25-29 inches (63-74 cm)	Male: 25 inches (65 cm), Female: 24 inches (62 cm)	Male: 22-24 inches (56-61 cm), Female: 20-22 inches (51 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 29.5 inches (75 cm), Female: 27 inches (68.5 cm)	Male: 25 inches (65 cm), Female: 24 inches (62 cm)	Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 21 inches (51 cm)

Great Pyrenees vs South Russian Ovcharka vs Old English Sheepdog Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy costs for Great Pyrenees, South Russian Ovcharka, and Old English Sheepdog. Find price differences between these breeds.	$500-$600	$800-$1000	$1200-$1500
Availability Which is easier to get, Great Pyrenees or South Russian Ovcharka or Old English Sheepdog?	Very frequent: The Great Pyrenees is quite easy to get.	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.	Very frequent: The Old English Sheepdog is quite easy to get.

Great Pyrenees vs South Russian Ovcharka vs Old English Sheepdog Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Compare intelligence levels between Great Pyrenees, South Russian Ovcharka, and Old English Sheepdog. Which breed ranks highest?	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Smart: The Old English Sheepdog dogs have great intelligence. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Training Difficulty Compare training difficulty levels between Great Pyrenees, South Russian Ovcharka, and Old English Sheepdog. Which is easiest to train?	Great Pyrenees dogs are easy to train. See more.	South Russian Ovcharka dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Old English Sheepdog dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Rating Compare watchdog abilities of Great Pyrenees, South Russian Ovcharka, and Old English Sheepdog. Which breed is most alert?	Great Pyrenees dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	South Russian Ovcharka dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Old English Sheepdog dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Compare territorial instincts between Great Pyrenees, South Russian Ovcharka, and Old English Sheepdog. Which breed is most protective?	Great Pyrenees dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	South Russian Ovcharka dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Old English Sheepdog dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
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Great Pyrenees vs South Russian Ovcharka vs Old English Sheepdog Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits How do personalities differ between Great Pyrenees, South Russian Ovcharka, and Old English Sheepdog? Compare temperaments.	Confident Affectionate Patient Gentle Strong Willed Fearless	Active Courageous Lively Nervous Balanced	Playful Funny Loving Protective Intelligent Sociable Adaptable Bubbly
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	South Russian Ovcharka dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	Sensitive: Old English Sheepdog 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 South Russian Ovcharka vs Old English Sheepdog?	Average: Great Pyrenees dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	Average: South Russian Ovcharka dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	High: Old English Sheepdog dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Great Pyrenees vs South Russian Ovcharka vs Old English Sheepdog social needs comparison:	Great Pyrenees dogs are a social breed. See more.	South Russian Ovcharka dogs are known to be antisocial. See more.	Old English Sheepdog dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Great Pyrenees dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	South Russian Ovcharka dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Old English Sheepdog 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.	South Russian 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.	Old English Sheepdog dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Great Pyrenees vs South Russian Ovcharka vs Old English Sheepdog Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Compare barking frequencies of Great Pyrenees, South Russian Ovcharka, and Old English Sheepdog. Which breed is most vocal?	Average to High: The Great Pyrenees is a vocal breed. See more.	Low to Average: The South Russian Ovcharka rarely barks. See more.	Average: The Old English Sheepdog barks occasionally. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Playful Nature Compare playfulness levels between Great Pyrenees, South Russian Ovcharka, and Old English Sheepdog. Which breed is most playful?	Great Pyreneess are not the most playful dog breed. See more.	South Russian Ovcharkas are not the most playful dog breed. See more.	The Old English Sheepdog is a playful breed. See more.
Most Playful Dog Breeds
Apartment Adaptability Compare apartment suitability of Great Pyrenees, South Russian Ovcharka, and Old English Sheepdog. Which adapts best to small spaces?	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 South Russian Ovcharka 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 Old English Sheepdog indoors.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Great Pyrenees vs South Russian Ovcharka vs Old English Sheepdog Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Compare adaptability between Great Pyrenees, South Russian Ovcharka, and Old English Sheepdog. Which breed is most flexible?	Great Pyrenees dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	South Russian Ovcharka dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Old English Sheepdog dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Great Pyrenees or South Russian Ovcharka or Old English Sheepdog?	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.	South Russian Ovcharka dogs love being alone, they need their own free time.	Old English Sheepdog dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Great Pyrenees vs South Russian Ovcharka vs Old English Sheepdog Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Great Pyrenees vs South Russian Ovcharka vs Old English Sheepdog Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Compare life expectancies of Great Pyrenees, South Russian Ovcharka, and Old English Sheepdog. Which breed lives longest?	10-12 years The average lifespan of Great Pyrenees: 11 years	9-11 years The average lifespan of South Russian Ovcharka: 10 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Old English Sheepdog: 11 years
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Climate Tolerance Compare weather adaptability between Great Pyrenees, South Russian Ovcharka, and Old English Sheepdog. 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.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Old English Sheepdog can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.
Health Concerns Compare health problems common in Great Pyrenees, South Russian Ovcharka, and Old English Sheepdog. Which has fewer health issues?	Great Pyreneess are commonly healthy dogs.	South Russian Ovcharkas tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	The Old English Sheepdog is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
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).	Frequent The South Russian Ovcharka should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Average The Old English Sheepdog should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Great Pyrenees vs South Russian Ovcharka vs Old English Sheepdog? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Great Pyrenees vs South Russian Ovcharka vs Old English Sheepdog health problems comparison:	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Bloat Entropion Drug Sensitivity Elbow Dysplasia Addison's Disease	No data available	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Allergies Deafness Entropion Diabetes Heat Intolerance

Great Pyrenees vs South Russian Ovcharka vs Old English Sheepdog Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Compare energy levels between Great Pyrenees, South Russian Ovcharka, and Old English Sheepdog. Which breed is most active?	Great Pyrenees dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	South Russian Ovcharka dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Old English Sheepdog dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Great Pyrenees vs South Russian Ovcharka vs Old English Sheepdog exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Great Pyrenees or South Russian Ovcharka or Old English Sheepdog? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Great Pyrenees dogs have an average exercise need.	South Russian Ovcharka dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Old English Sheepdog dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Great Pyrenees or South Russian Ovcharka or Old English Sheepdog?	Great Pyrenees dogs don't need too much sleep.	South Russian Ovcharka dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Old English Sheepdog dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Great Pyrenees vs South Russian Ovcharka vs Old English Sheepdog Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Compare weight gain tendencies between Great Pyrenees, South Russian Ovcharka, and Old English Sheepdog. 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 South Russian Ovcharka's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Old English Sheepdog's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
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Food Consumption Compare food requirements between Great Pyrenees, South Russian Ovcharka, and Old English Sheepdog. Which needs most food?	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.	Recommended daily amount: 2.5 to 4.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot

Great Pyrenees vs South Russian Ovcharka vs Old English Sheepdog Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Great Pyrenees, South Russian Ovcharka, and Old English Sheepdog. Which is best for allergy sufferers?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Coat Colors Compare color variations between Great Pyrenees, South Russian Ovcharka, and Old English Sheepdog. What colors are available?	White	Gray White Yellow Grey Deadgrass	Gray Blue White Grizzle Merle
Grooming Requirements Compare grooming needs between Great Pyrenees, South Russian Ovcharka, and Old English Sheepdog. Which requires most maintenance?	Average: The Great Pyrenees requires average grooming effort. See more.	Advanced: The South Russian Ovcharka requires a lot of grooming. See more.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Drooling Tendency Compare drooling tendencies between Great Pyrenees, South Russian Ovcharka, and Old English Sheepdog. Which drools least?	The Great Pyrenees is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The South Russian Ovcharka is an average drooler. See more.	The Old English Sheepdog 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.
Stinkiness Rating Compare odor levels between Great Pyrenees, South Russian Ovcharka, and Old English Sheepdog. Which has least natural smell?	Medium ⏺ The Great Pyrenees has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The South Russian Ovcharka has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Old English Sheepdog has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics Compare coat types between Great Pyrenees, South Russian Ovcharka, and Old English Sheepdog. How do their fur characteristics differ?	Dense Double	Dense Thick Double	Waterproof Shaggy Double
Bathing Needs Compare bathing needs between Great Pyrenees, South Russian Ovcharka, and Old English Sheepdog. 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.	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.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Great Pyrenees or South Russian Ovcharka or Old English Sheepdog? Great Pyrenees or South Russian Ovcharka or {name3 shedding:	Great Pyrenees dogs shed above average. See more.	South Russian Ovcharka dogs shed moderately. See more.	Old English Sheepdog dogs are heavy shedders. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most

Great Pyrenees vs South Russian Ovcharka vs Old English Sheepdog Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Compare child-friendliness between Great Pyrenees, South Russian Ovcharka, and Old English Sheepdog. Which is best with kids?	Great Pyrenees dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	South Russian Ovcharka dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Old English Sheepdog dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Great Pyrenees dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	South Russian Ovcharka dogs are generally with other pets.	Old English Sheepdog dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Great Pyrenees or South Russian Ovcharka or Old English Sheepdog? Which dog is more friendly?	Great Pyrenees dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	South Russian Ovcharka dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Old English Sheepdog dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Great Pyrenees or South Russian Ovcharka or Old English Sheepdog?	Great Pyrenees dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	South Russian Ovcharka dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Old English Sheepdog dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Great Pyrenees or South Russian Ovcharka or Old English Sheepdog?	Great Pyrenees dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	South Russian Ovcharka dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Old English Sheepdog dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Great Pyrenees vs South Russian Ovcharka vs Old English Sheepdog?	Yes Great Pyrenees dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes South Russian Ovcharka dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Old English Sheepdog 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 South Russian Ovcharka is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Old English Sheepdog 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.	South Russian Ovcharkas are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Old English Sheepdogs are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Great Pyrenees vs South Russian Ovcharka vs Old English Sheepdog As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Compare service dog potential between Great Pyrenees, South Russian Ovcharka, and Old English Sheepdog. 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, South Russian Ovcharka, and Old English Sheepdog. 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.
Therapy Dog Breeds
Scent Detection Ability Compare detection capabilities between Great Pyrenees, South Russian Ovcharka, and Old English Sheepdog. 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, South Russian Ovcharka, and Old English Sheepdog. 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, South Russian Ovcharka, and Old English Sheepdog. Which is best suited for water work?	Not really Great Pyrenees breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really South Russian Ovcharka breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Old English Sheepdog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Compare cart pulling abilities between Great Pyrenees, South Russian Ovcharka, and Old English Sheepdog. Which is best for draft work?	Yes A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Military Service Background Compare military service history of Great Pyrenees, South Russian Ovcharka, and Old English Sheepdog. 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.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Great Pyrenees vs South Russian Ovcharka vs Old English Sheepdog Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare typical litter sizes of Great Pyrenees, South Russian Ovcharka, and Old English Sheepdog. Which has most puppies?	6-9 puppies	3-5 puppies	5-8 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare gestation periods of Great Pyrenees, South Russian Ovcharka, and Old English Sheepdog. 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, South Russian Ovcharka, and Old English Sheepdog. 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 South Russian Ovcharka vs Old English Sheepdog Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC groups for Great Pyrenees, South Russian Ovcharka, and Old English Sheepdog. How are they classified?	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 1888 as a Herding breed.
FCI Classification Compare FCI groups for Great Pyrenees, South Russian Ovcharka, and Old English Sheepdog. 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 Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section.	Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare breed recognition status of Great Pyrenees, South Russian Ovcharka, and Old English Sheepdog. 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	No data available	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

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