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Name	Hovawart	Briard	Swiss Bernese Mountain Dog
Origins	Germany	France	Switzerland
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Group	Guard Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Designer Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Hovie	Berger Briard Berger De Brie	No data available
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Hovawart vs Briard vs Swiss Bernese Mountain Dog breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Cross Breed

Hovawart vs Briard vs Swiss Bernese Mountain Dog Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Hovawart or Briard or Swiss Bernese Mountain Dog? Which is the smallest dog, Hovawart or Briard or Swiss Bernese Mountain Dog?	Large Giant	Large	Large
Weight Which is heavier, Hovawart or Briard or Briard? Hovawart vs Briard vs Swiss Bernese Mountain Dog weight comparison:	55 - 90 pounds (25 - 51 kg)	75 pounds (35 kg)	Male: 85-110 pounds (38–50 kg), Female: 80-105 pounds (36–48 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	55 - 90 pounds (25 - 51 kg)	75 pounds (35 kg)	Male: 97.5 pounds (38–50 kg), Female: 92.5 pounds (36–48 kg)
Height Which is taller, Hovawart or Briard or Swiss Bernese Mountain Dog? Hovawart vs Briard vs Swiss Bernese Mountain Dog height comparison:	23 - 28 inches (58 - 70 cm)	Male: 24-27 inches (62-68 cm), Female: 22-25 inches (56-64 cm)	Male: 24-28 inches (61–71 cm), Female: 23-27 inches (58–69 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	23 - 28 inches (58 - 70 cm)	Male: 25.5 inches (65 cm), Female: 23.5 inches (60 cm)	Male: 26 inches (61–71 cm), Female: 25 inches (58–69 cm)

Hovawart vs Briard vs Swiss Bernese Mountain Dog Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Hovawart or Briard or Swiss Bernese Mountain Dog? Which is more expensive?	$1000-$1200	$1000-$1200	$800-$1000
Availability Which is easier to get, Hovawart or Briard or Swiss Bernese Mountain Dog?	Average: The Hovawart is a commonly available dog breed.	Frequent: The Briard is easier than average to get.	Very frequent: The Swiss Bernese Mountain Dog is quite easy to get.

Hovawart vs Briard vs Swiss Bernese Mountain Dog Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Hovawart vs Briard vs Swiss Bernese Mountain Dog intelligence:	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Smart: The Briard dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Smart: The Swiss Bernese Mountain Dog dogs have great intelligence. See more.
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Trainability Hovawart vs Briard vs Swiss Bernese Mountain Dog trainability comparison.	Hovawart dogs are easy to train. See more.	Briard dogs are easy to train. See more.	Swiss Bernese Mountain Dog dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Hovawart or Briard or Swiss Bernese Mountain Dog?	Hovawart dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Briard dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Swiss Bernese Mountain Dog dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Hovawart or Briard or Swiss Bernese Mountain Dog? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Hovawart dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Briard dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Swiss Bernese Mountain Dog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Hovawart vs Briard vs Swiss Bernese Mountain Dog Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Hovawart or Briard or Swiss Bernese Mountain Dog? Hovawart vs Briard vs Swiss Bernese Mountain Dog behavior/temperament comparison:	Active Devoted Outright Tempered Watchful Reserved	Protective Intelligent Obedient Loyal Fearless Faithful	Protective Alert Intelligent Affectionate Loyal Devoted Selfish Fearless Good-natured Confidence Faithful
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Hovawart dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. 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: Hovawart vs Briard vs Swiss Bernese Mountain Dog?	Average to High: Hovawart dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	High: Briard dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: Swiss Bernese Mountain Dog dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
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Social Needs Hovawart vs Briard vs Swiss Bernese Mountain Dog social needs comparison:	Hovawart dogs are a social breed. See more.	Briard dogs are a social breed. See more.	Swiss Bernese Mountain Dog dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Hovawart dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Briard dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	Swiss Bernese Mountain Dog dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Hovawart 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.	Briard 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.	Swiss Bernese Mountain Dog dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Hovawart vs Briard vs Swiss Bernese Mountain Dog Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Hovawart vs Briard vs Swiss Bernese Mountain Dog playfulness comparison:	Average: Hovawarts, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: Briards, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: Swiss Bernese Mountain Dogs, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Hovawart vs Briard vs Swiss Bernese Mountain Dog?	Low to Average: The Hovawart rarely barks. See more.	Average: The Briard barks occasionally. See more.	Average: The Swiss Bernese Mountain Dog barks occasionally. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Hovawart or Briard or Swiss Bernese Mountain Dog?	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Hovawart breed.	It is not recommended to keep the Briard breed in the home.	It is not recommended to keep the Swiss Bernese Mountain Dog breed in the home.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Hovawart vs Briard vs Swiss Bernese Mountain Dog Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Hovawart dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Briard dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Average: Swiss Bernese Mountain Dog dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Hovawart or Briard or Swiss Bernese Mountain Dog?	Hovawart 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.	Briard 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.	Swiss Bernese 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.

Hovawart vs Briard vs Swiss Bernese Mountain Dog Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Hovawart or Briard or Swiss Bernese Mountain Dog?	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Hovawart bite force: The Strongest.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Briard bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Swiss Bernese Mountain Dog 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 Hovawart has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Briard has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Swiss Bernese Mountain Dog has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Hovawart vs Briard vs Swiss Bernese Mountain Dog mouthiness comparison:	Hovawart dogs have a low tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Briard dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Swiss Bernese Mountain Dog dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Hovawart vs Briard vs Swiss Bernese Mountain Dog Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Hovawart vs Briard vs Swiss Bernese Mountain Dog health comparison. Which is the healthier: Hovawart vs Briard vs Swiss Bernese Mountain Dog?	The Hovawart is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Briard is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Swiss Bernese Mountain Dogs are commonly healthy dogs.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Hovawart vs Briard vs Swiss Bernese Mountain Dog? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Hovawart vs Briard vs Swiss Bernese Mountain Dog health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Underactive Thyroid	No data available	Hip Dysplasia Cancer Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Bloat Epilepsy Elbow Dysplasia Distichiasis Panosteitis Portosystemic Liver Shunt Digestive Problems
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Hovawart should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Briard should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Rare The Swiss Bernese Mountain Dog should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
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Life Expectancy Hovawart vs Briard vs Swiss Bernese Mountain Dog lifespan comparison. How long do Hovawart, Briard and Swiss Bernese Mountain Dog breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	10-14 years The average lifespan of Hovawart: 12 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Briard: 11 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Swiss Bernese Mountain Dog: 11 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Hovawart vs Briard vs Swiss Bernese Mountain Dog?	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 Briard can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers cold weather The Swiss Bernese Mountain Dog can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Hovawart vs Briard vs Swiss Bernese Mountain Dog Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Hovawart or Briard or Swiss Bernese Mountain Dog?	3 to 4 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	4 to 7 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
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Hovawart vs Briard vs Swiss Bernese Mountain Dog weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Hovawart has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Briard has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Swiss Bernese Mountain Dog's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
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Hovawart vs Briard vs Swiss Bernese Mountain Dog Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Hovawart vs Briard vs Swiss Bernese Mountain Dog coat comparison:	Silky	Fine	Dense
Colors What are the original Hovawart, Briard and Swiss Bernese Mountain Dog color?	Black Blonde Golden	Black Gray Tawny	Black Red White
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Hovawart or Briard or Swiss Bernese Mountain Dog? Hovawart vs Briard vs Swiss Bernese Mountain Dog grooming comparison:	Easy to groom: The Hovawart doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Easy to groom: The Swiss Bernese Mountain Dog doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Hovawart or Briard or Swiss Bernese Mountain Dog? Hovawart or Briard or {name3 shedding:	Hovawart dogs shed moderately. See more.	Briard dogs shed moderately. See more.	Swiss Bernese Mountain Dog 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: Hovawart or Briard or Swiss Bernese Mountain Dog?	2-3 weeks Frequent. This breed has high-maintenance hair and may require a bath every 2-3 weeks. 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 Hovawart vs Briard vs Swiss Bernese Mountain Dog hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
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Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Hovawart vs Briard vs Swiss Bernese Mountain Dog?	Medium ⏺ The Hovawart has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Briard has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Swiss Bernese Mountain Dog has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Hovawart is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The Briard is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Swiss Bernese Mountain Dog is an average drooler. See more.

Hovawart vs Briard vs Swiss Bernese Mountain Dog Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Hovawart dogs are generally with other pets.	Briard dogs are generally with other pets.	Swiss Bernese Mountain Dog dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Hovawart or Briard or Swiss Bernese Mountain Dog? Which dog is more friendly?	Hovawart dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Briard dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Swiss Bernese Mountain Dog dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Hovawart or Briard or Swiss Bernese Mountain Dog?	Hovawart dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Briard dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Swiss Bernese Mountain Dog dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Hovawart or Briard or Swiss Bernese Mountain Dog?	Hovawart dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Briard dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Swiss Bernese Mountain Dog dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Hovawart or Briard or Swiss Bernese Mountain Dog?	Hovawart dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Briard dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Swiss Bernese Mountain Dog dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Hovawart vs Briard vs Swiss Bernese Mountain Dog?	Yes Hovawart dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Briard dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Swiss Bernese Mountain Dog dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Hovawart is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Briard is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Swiss Bernese Mountain Dog is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Hovawarts are usually recommended for elderly people.	Briards are usually recommended for elderly people.	Swiss Bernese Mountain Dogs are usually recommended for elderly people.

Hovawart vs Briard vs Swiss Bernese Mountain Dog As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. 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: Hovawart or Briard or Swiss Bernese Mountain Dog? 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.
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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: Hovawart vs Briard vs Swiss Bernese Mountain Dog?	Not really Hovawart breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Briard breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Swiss Bernese Mountain Dog 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.

Hovawart vs Briard vs Swiss Bernese Mountain Dog Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. 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 Hovawart and Briard and Swiss Bernese Mountain Dog have?	6-8 puppies	8-10 puppies	1-14 puppies, average 8
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Hovawart vs Briard vs Swiss Bernese Mountain Dog Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1928 as a Herding 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 Molossian type section.	Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section.	Not recognized by FCI.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	American Canine Registry America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club Foundation Stock Service	No data available	No data available

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