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Name	Greater Swiss Mountain Dog	Havanese	Boxweiler
Origins	Switzerland	Cuba	Germany
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Group	Working Dogs	Companion Dogs	Designer Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Swissy Great Swiss Mountain Dog Grosser Schweizer Sennenhund Large Swiss Mountain Dog Great Swiss Cattle Dog Bouvier Suisse	Bichon Habanero Bichon Havanais Bichon Havanes Havanese Cuban Bichon Havaneser Havanezer Bichon Havanese	No data available
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Havanese vs Boxweiler breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Cross Breed

Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Havanese vs Boxweiler Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Greater Swiss Mountain Dog or Havanese or Boxweiler? Which is the smallest dog, Greater Swiss Mountain Dog or Havanese or Boxweiler?	Large	Small	Large Giant
Weight Which is heavier, Greater Swiss Mountain Dog or Havanese or Havanese? Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Havanese vs Boxweiler weight comparison:	130-135 pounds (59-61 kg)	7-13 pounds (3-6 kg)	Male: 95-130 pounds (43-59 kg), Female: 85-115 pounds (38-52 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	132.5 pounds (60 kg)	10 pounds (4.5 kg)	Male: 112.5 pounds (51 kg), Female: 100 pounds (45 kg)
Height Which is taller, Greater Swiss Mountain Dog or Havanese or Boxweiler? Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Havanese vs Boxweiler height comparison:	23.5-28.5 (60-72 cm)	8-11 inches (21-29 cm)	Male: 24-27 inches (61-69 cm), Female: 22-25 inches (56-63 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	23.5-28.5 (66 cm)	10 inches (25 cm)	Male: 25.5 inches (65 cm), Female: 23.5 inches (59.5 cm)

Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Havanese vs Boxweiler Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Greater Swiss Mountain Dog or Havanese or Boxweiler? Which is more expensive?	$2000-$2500	$900-$1200	$600-$1200
Availability Which is easier to get, Greater Swiss Mountain Dog or Havanese or Boxweiler?	Very frequent: The Greater Swiss Mountain Dog is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Havanese is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Boxweiler is quite easy to get.

Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Havanese vs Boxweiler Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Havanese vs Boxweiler intelligence:	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Smart: The Boxweiler dogs have great intelligence. See more.
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Trainability Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Havanese vs Boxweiler trainability comparison.	Greater Swiss Mountain Dog dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Havanese dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Boxweiler dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Greater Swiss Mountain Dog or Havanese or Boxweiler?	Greater Swiss Mountain Dog dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Havanese dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Boxweiler dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Greater Swiss Mountain Dog or Havanese or Boxweiler? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Greater Swiss Mountain Dog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Havanese dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Boxweiler dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Havanese vs Boxweiler Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Greater Swiss Mountain Dog or Havanese or Boxweiler? Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Havanese vs Boxweiler behavior/temperament comparison:	Protective Alert Devoted Selfish Fearless Good-natured Confidence	Playful Intelligent Responsive Affectionate Lively Gentle Companionable Sturdy Amiable Charming	Playful Independent Energetic Protective Alert Courageous Intelligent Confident Friendly Loyal Fearless Good-natured Brave Bright
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	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: Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Havanese vs Boxweiler?	Average to High: Greater Swiss Mountain Dog dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	High: Havanese dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: Boxweiler dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
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Social Needs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Havanese vs Boxweiler social needs comparison:	Greater Swiss Mountain Dog dogs are a social breed. See more.	Havanese dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Boxweiler dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Greater Swiss Mountain Dog dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Havanese dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Boxweiler dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Greater Swiss Mountain Dog dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Havanese dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Boxweiler 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

Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Havanese vs Boxweiler Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Havanese vs Boxweiler playfulness comparison:	Average: Greater Swiss Mountain Dogs, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Havanese is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Boxweiler is a playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Havanese vs Boxweiler?	Low to Average: The Greater Swiss Mountain Dog rarely barks. See more.	Low to Average: The Havanese rarely barks. See more.	Low to Average: The Boxweiler rarely barks. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Greater Swiss Mountain Dog or Havanese or Boxweiler?	It is not recommended to keep the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog breed in the home.	Very house-friendly dog the Havanese breed.	Apartment-friendly dog the Boxweiler breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Havanese vs Boxweiler Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Average: Greater Swiss Mountain Dog dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Havanese dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Boxweiler dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Greater Swiss Mountain Dog or Havanese or Boxweiler?	Greater Swiss Mountain Dog 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.	Havanese dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Boxweiler dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Havanese vs Boxweiler Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Greater Swiss Mountain Dog or Havanese or Boxweiler?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Greater Swiss Mountain Dog bite force: Ordinary.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Havanese bite force: Weak.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Boxweiler 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 Greater Swiss Mountain Dog has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Havanese has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Boxweiler has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Havanese vs Boxweiler mouthiness comparison:	Greater Swiss Mountain Dog dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Havanese dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Boxweiler dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Havanese vs Boxweiler Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Havanese vs Boxweiler health comparison. Which is the healthier: Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Havanese vs Boxweiler?	The Greater Swiss Mountain Dog is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Havanese is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Boxweiler is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Havanese vs Boxweiler? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Havanese vs Boxweiler health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Bloat Epilepsy Distichiasis Digestive Problems	Cataracts Heart Murmurs Hip Dysplasia Legg-perthes Disease Patellar Luxation Deafness Chondrodysplasia Elbow Dysplasia Mitral Valve Disease Portosystemic Liver Shunt	Hip Dysplasia Allergies Cancer Hypothyroidism Bloat Deafness Elbow Dysplasia Demodectic Mange Panosteitis Aortic Stenosis Boxer Cardiomyopathy Corneal Dystrophy Osteosarcoma Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Greater Swiss Mountain Dog should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Havanese should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Boxweiler should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Havanese vs Boxweiler lifespan comparison. How long do Greater Swiss Mountain Dog, Havanese and Boxweiler breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	10-12 years The average lifespan of Greater Swiss Mountain Dog: 11 years	14-16 years The average lifespan of Havanese: 15 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Boxweiler: 11 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Havanese vs Boxweiler?	Prefers cold weather The Greater Swiss Mountain Dog 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 warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.

Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Havanese vs Boxweiler Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Greater Swiss Mountain Dog or Havanese or Boxweiler? Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Havanese vs Boxweiler energy level comparison:	Greater Swiss Mountain Dog dogs are high-energy dogs.	Havanese dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.	Boxweiler dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Havanese vs Boxweiler exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Greater Swiss Mountain Dog or Havanese or Boxweiler? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Greater Swiss Mountain Dog dogs have an average exercise need.	Havanese dogs exercise need is very minimal.	Boxweiler dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Greater Swiss Mountain Dog or Havanese or Boxweiler?	Greater Swiss Mountain Dog dogs don't need too much sleep.	Havanese dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	Boxweiler dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Havanese vs Boxweiler Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Greater Swiss Mountain Dog or Havanese or Boxweiler?	4 to 5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1/2 to 1 cup dry food a day.	Recommended daily amount: 4 to 10 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? Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Havanese vs Boxweiler weight gain potential comparison:	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Havanese's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	High: The Boxweiler breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Havanese vs Boxweiler Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Havanese vs Boxweiler coat comparison:	Dense	Soft Wavy Woolly Flat Long	Dense Waterproof
Colors What are the original Greater Swiss Mountain Dog, Havanese and Boxweiler color?	Black Red White	Black White Fawn Reddish-Brown Havana Brown Tobacco	Black Tan White Fawn Brindle Rust Mahogany
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Greater Swiss Mountain Dog or Havanese or Boxweiler? Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Havanese vs Boxweiler grooming comparison:	Effortless: The Greater Swiss Mountain Dog requires minimal grooming. See more.	Average: The Havanese requires average grooming effort. See more.	Effortless: The Boxweiler requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Greater Swiss Mountain Dog or Havanese or Boxweiler? Greater Swiss Mountain Dog or Havanese or {name3 shedding:	Greater Swiss Mountain Dog dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Havanese dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Boxweiler 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: Greater Swiss Mountain Dog or Havanese or Boxweiler?	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. 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.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.
Hypoallergenic Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Havanese vs Boxweiler hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	Yes See more.	No See more.
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Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Havanese vs Boxweiler?	Medium ⏺ The Greater Swiss Mountain Dog has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Havanese has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Boxweiler has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Greater Swiss Mountain Dog is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Havanese is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Boxweiler is an average drooler. See more.

Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Havanese vs Boxweiler Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Greater Swiss Mountain Dog dogs are generally with other pets.	Havanese dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.	Boxweiler dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Greater Swiss Mountain Dog or Havanese or Boxweiler? Which dog is more friendly?	Greater Swiss Mountain Dog dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Havanese dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Boxweiler 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 Greater Swiss Mountain Dog or Havanese or Boxweiler?	Greater Swiss Mountain Dog dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Havanese dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Boxweiler dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Greater Swiss Mountain Dog or Havanese or Boxweiler?	Greater Swiss Mountain Dog dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Havanese dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	Boxweiler dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Greater Swiss Mountain Dog or Havanese or Boxweiler?	Greater Swiss Mountain Dog dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Havanese dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Boxweiler dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Havanese vs Boxweiler?	Yes Greater Swiss Mountain Dog dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Havanese dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Boxweiler dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Greater Swiss Mountain Dog is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Havanese is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Boxweiler is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Greater Swiss Mountain Dogs are usually recommended for elderly people.	Havaneses are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Boxweilers are commonly okay with elderly people.

Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Havanese vs Boxweiler 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.	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Greater Swiss Mountain Dog or Havanese or Boxweiler? 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.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.
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Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR) Which one could be a search and rescue dog?	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	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: Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Havanese vs Boxweiler?	Not really Greater Swiss Mountain Dog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Havanese breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Boxweiler 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.	Not really 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.
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.

Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Havanese vs Boxweiler 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 Greater Swiss Mountain Dog and Havanese and Boxweiler have?	5-10 puppies	1-9 puppies, average 4	2-10 puppies, average 6
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Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Havanese vs Boxweiler Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1995 as a Working breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1996 as a Toy breed.	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 Swiss Mountain- and Cattledogs section.	Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Bichons and related breeds section.	Not recognized by FCI.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	American Canine Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club American Pet Registry, Inc.	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 United Kennel Club Havanese Club of America	No data available

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