Great Pyrenees vs St. Bernard Comparison – Which dog is better Chien De Montagne Des Pyrénées or Alpine Mastiff?

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Name	Great Pyrenees	St. Bernard
Origins	Spain France	Switzerland Italy
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Group	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Working Dogs
Popularity Rank	66	48
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Common Names & Aliases Compare different names used for Great Pyrenees and St. Bernard. What other names are these breeds known by?	Chien De Montagne Des Pyrénées Chien Des Pyrénées Gos De Muntanya Dels Pirineus Montañés Del Pirineo Patou Great Pyrenees	Alpine Mastiff Bernhardiner St. Barnhardshund St. Bernard Saint
Breed Classification Compare breed classifications between a Great Pyrenees and a St. Bernard. Learn about their genetic backgrounds.	Purebred	Purebred

Great Pyrenees vs St. Bernard Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Which is bigger: a Great Pyrenees or a St. Bernard? Compare size differences between these breeds.	Giant	Giant
Weight Statistics Compare weight ranges between a Great Pyrenees and a St. Bernard. Which breed is heavier?	Male: from 100 pounds (45 kg), Female: from 85 pounds (38 kg)	110-200 pounds (50-91 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: from 100 pounds (45 kg), Female: from 85 pounds (38 kg)	155 pounds (70.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Great Pyrenees or St. Bernard? Is a Great Pyrenees taller than a St. Bernard?	Male: 27-32 inches (69-81 cm), Female: 25-29 inches (63-74 cm)	25.5-27.5 inches (61-70 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 29.5 inches (75 cm), Female: 27 inches (68.5 cm)	25.5-27.5 inches (65.5 cm)

Great Pyrenees vs St. Bernard Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy prices between a Great Pyrenees and a St. Bernard. Which breed costs more?	$500-$600	$1500-$1800
Availability Which is easier to get, Great Pyrenees or St. Bernard?	Very frequent: The Great Pyrenees is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The St.

Great Pyrenees vs St. Bernard Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Which is smarter: a Great Pyrenees or a St. Bernard? Compare intelligence rankings and learning abilities.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.
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Training Difficulty Which is easier to train: a Great Pyrenees or a St. Bernard? Compare training requirements.	Great Pyrenees dogs are easy to train. See more.	A slightly harder to train than average. See more.
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Watchdog Rating Which makes a better watchdog: a Great Pyrenees or a St. Bernard? Compare alertness levels.	Great Pyrenees dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	St. See more.
Territorial Protection Which is more protective: a Great Pyrenees or a St. Bernard? Compare territorial behaviors.	Great Pyrenees dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	St. See more.
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Great Pyrenees vs St. Bernard Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits Compare personalities of a Great Pyrenees and a St. Bernard. How do their temperaments differ?	Confident Affectionate Patient Gentle Strong Willed Fearless	Independent Happy Friendly Gentle Going Social Quiet
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Great Pyrenees vs St. Bernard?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Sensitive: St. See more.
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Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Great Pyrenees vs St. Bernard?	Average: Great Pyrenees dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	High: St. See more.
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Social Needs Great Pyrenees vs St. Bernard social needs comparison:	Great Pyrenees dogs are a social breed. See more.	St. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between Great Pyrenees vs St. Bernard?	Great Pyrenees dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	St. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between Great Pyrenees vs St. Bernard? Which can be better for hunting?	Great Pyrenees dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Their prey drive is low. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Great Pyrenees vs St. Bernard Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Which breed barks more: a Great Pyrenees or a St. Bernard? Compare vocalization tendencies.	Average to High: The Great Pyrenees is a vocal breed. See more.	Low: The St. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Playful Nature Which breed is more playful: a Great Pyrenees or a St. Bernard? Compare play drive and energy.	Great Pyreneess are not the most playful dog breed. See more.	St. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Which is better for apartments: a Great Pyrenees or a St. Bernard? Compare living space needs.	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 St.
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Great Pyrenees vs St. Bernard Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Which adapts better to changes: a Great Pyrenees or a St. Bernard? Compare adaptability levels.	Great Pyrenees dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	St.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Great Pyrenees or St. Bernard?	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.	St.

Great Pyrenees vs St. Bernard Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Which has lower bite risk: a Great Pyrenees or a St. Bernard? Compare biting tendencies.	Low 🔽 The Great Pyrenees has a low chance of biting somebody.	Moderate ⏺ The St.
Mouthing Tendency Which is more mouthy: a Great Pyrenees or a St. Bernard? Compare mouthing behaviors.	Great Pyrenees dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	St. See more.
Bite Strength Rating Which has a stronger bite: a Great Pyrenees or a St. Bernard? Compare bite force PSI.	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Great Pyrenees bite force: The Strongest.	Above 400 PSI 🔼 St.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force

Great Pyrenees vs St. Bernard Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Which lives longer: a Great Pyrenees or a St. Bernard? Compare average lifespans.	10-12 years The average lifespan of Great Pyrenees: 11 years	8-10 years The average lifespan of St.
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Climate Tolerance Which handles weather better: a Great Pyrenees or a St. Bernard? Compare climate tolerances.	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.
Health Concerns Compare common health issues between a Great Pyrenees and a St. Bernard. Which breed is healthier?	Great Pyreneess are commonly healthy dogs.	Very healthy dog breed.
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Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Great Pyrenees vs St. Bernard?	Rare The Great Pyrenees should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Rare The St.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Great Pyrenees vs St. Bernard? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Great Pyrenees vs St. Bernard health problems comparison:	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Bloat Entropion Drug Sensitivity Elbow Dysplasia Addison's Disease	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Allergies Bloat Epilepsy Entropion Elbow Dysplasia Dilated Cardiomyopathy

Great Pyrenees vs St. Bernard Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Which breed is more energetic: a Great Pyrenees or a St. Bernard? Compare activity levels.	Great Pyrenees dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	St.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Great Pyrenees vs St. Bernard exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Great Pyrenees or St. Bernard? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Great Pyrenees dogs have an average exercise need.	St.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Great Pyrenees or St. Bernard?	Great Pyrenees dogs don't need too much sleep.	St.
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Great Pyrenees vs St. Bernard Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Which gains weight easier: a Great Pyrenees or a St. Bernard? Compare obesity risks.	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 St. See more.
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Food Consumption Which eats more: a Great Pyrenees or a St. Bernard? Compare daily food needs.	8 to 10 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals	6 to 8 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot

Great Pyrenees vs St. Bernard Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Which is more hypoallergenic: a Great Pyrenees or a St. Bernard? Compare allergy friendliness.	No See more.	No See more.
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Coat Colors What color variations exist for Great Pyrenees and St. Bernard? Compare breed colors.	White	Black Red White Brown Brindle Tricolor
Grooming Requirements Which needs more grooming: a Great Pyrenees or a St. Bernard? Compare maintenance needs.	Average: The Great Pyrenees requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The St. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Drooling Tendency Which drools more: a Great Pyrenees or a St. Bernard? Compare drooling amounts.	The Great Pyrenees is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The St. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Which has less odor: a Great Pyrenees or a St. Bernard? Compare natural smell levels.	Medium ⏺ The Great Pyrenees has an average chance of bad smell.	High 🔼 The St.
Coat Characteristics How do coats differ between a Great Pyrenees and a St. Bernard? Compare fur types.	Dense Double	Dense Rough Smooth
Bathing Needs Which needs more baths: a Great Pyrenees or a St. Bernard? Compare bathing frequencies.	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.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Great Pyrenees or St. Bernard? Do Great Pyrenees dogs shed more than St. Bernard dogs?	Great Pyrenees dogs shed above average. See more.	St. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most

Great Pyrenees vs St. Bernard Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Which is better with children: a Great Pyrenees or a St. Bernard? Compare kid-friendliness.	Great Pyrenees dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	St.
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.	St.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Great Pyrenees or St. Bernard? Which dog is more friendly?	Great Pyrenees dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	St.
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 St. Bernard?	Great Pyrenees dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	St.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Great Pyrenees or St. Bernard? Can a Great Pyrenees and a St. Bernard be friends? Do Great Pyrenees dogs get along with St. Bernard dogs?	Great Pyrenees dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	St.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: Great Pyrenees vs St. Bernard?	Yes Great Pyrenees dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	No St.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Great Pyrenees is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No St.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Great Pyreneess are usually recommended for elderly people.	St.

Great Pyrenees vs St. Bernard As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Which makes a better service dog: a Great Pyrenees or a St. Bernard? Compare service capabilities.	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 Which is better for therapy work: a Great Pyrenees or a St. Bernard? Compare therapy capabilities.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.
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Scent Detection Ability Which is better at detection work: a Great Pyrenees or a St. Bernard? Compare scenting abilities.	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 Which is better for search and rescue: a Great Pyrenees or a St. Bernard? Compare SAR abilities.	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.
Maritime Work Ability Which is better on boats: a Great Pyrenees or a St. Bernard? Compare maritime abilities.	Not really Great Pyrenees breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really St. See more.
Draft Work Capability Which is better at pulling: a Great Pyrenees or a St. Bernard? Compare draft work capabilities.	Yes A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Yes A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Military Service Background Compare military history between Great Pyrenees and St. Bernard. Which has stronger military background?	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 St. Bernard Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare litter sizes between Great Pyrenees and St. Bernard. Which has larger litters?	6-9 puppies	6-8 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare pregnancy duration between Great Pyrenees and St. Bernard breeds.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding frequencies between Great Pyrenees and St. Bernard. Which needs longer recovery?	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 St. Bernard Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC classifications of Great Pyrenees and St. Bernard. Which groups do they belong to?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1933 as a Working breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Working breed.
FCI Classification Compare FCI classifications of Great Pyrenees and St. Bernard. Which groups are they in?	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type section.	Not recognized by FCI.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare kennel club recognition between Great Pyrenees and St. Bernard. Which is more widely recognized?	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

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Zane Lang
Jun 5, 2021, 12:49:28 AM:
As a Pyrenees owner, I disagree with most of how the pyr was described. My pty is loyal, sweet, a couch potato, and a service dog. She never stinks and she does drool some as most pyr do. Your way off on the pry.