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Name	King Shepherd	St. Bernard	Kangal Dog
Origins	United States	Switzerland Italy	Turkey
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Group	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Working Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	King Shepherd Dog	Alpine Mastiff Bernhardiner St. Barnhardshund St. Bernard Saint	Kangal Shepherd Dog Sivas Kangal Turkish Kangal Kangal Coban Kopegi
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? King Shepherd vs St. Bernard vs Kangal Dog breed type comparison:	Cross Breed	Purebred	Purebred

King Shepherd vs St. Bernard vs Kangal Dog Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, King Shepherd or St. Bernard or Kangal Dog? Which is the smallest dog, King Shepherd or St. Bernard or Kangal Dog?	Giant	Giant	Giant
Weight Which is heavier, King Shepherd or St. Bernard or St. Bernard? King Shepherd vs St. Bernard vs Kangal Dog weight comparison:	90-150 pounds (41-69 kg)	110-200 pounds (50-91 kg)	Male: 110-145 pounds (50-66 kg), Female: 90-120 pounds (41-54 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	120 pounds (55 kg)	155 pounds (70.5 kg)	Male: 127.5 pounds (58 kg), Female: 105 pounds (47.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, King Shepherd or St. Bernard or Kangal Dog? King Shepherd vs St. Bernard vs Kangal Dog height comparison:	25-29 inches (64-74 cm)	25.5-27.5 inches (61-70 cm)	Male: 30-32 inches (77-86 cm), Female: 28-30 inches (72-77 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	27 inches (69 cm)	25.5-27.5 inches (65.5 cm)	Male: 31 inches (81.5 cm), Female: 29 inches (74.5 cm)

King Shepherd vs St. Bernard vs Kangal Dog Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, King Shepherd or St. Bernard or Kangal Dog? Which is more expensive?	$1500-$2500	$1500-$1800	$600-$800
Availability Which is easier to get, King Shepherd or St. Bernard or Kangal Dog?	Frequent: The King Shepherd is easier than average to get.	Very frequent: The St.	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.

King Shepherd vs St. Bernard vs Kangal Dog Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? King Shepherd vs St. Bernard vs Kangal Dog intelligence:	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.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.
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Trainability King Shepherd vs St. Bernard vs Kangal Dog trainability comparison.	King Shepherd dogs are hard to train. See more.	A slightly harder to train than average. See more.	Kangal Dog dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: King Shepherd or St. Bernard or Kangal Dog?	King Shepherd dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	St. See more.	Kangal Dog dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog King Shepherd or St. Bernard or Kangal Dog? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	King Shepherd dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	St. See more.	Kangal Dog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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King Shepherd vs St. Bernard vs Kangal Dog Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, King Shepherd or St. Bernard or Kangal Dog? King Shepherd vs St. Bernard vs Kangal Dog behavior/temperament comparison:	Loving Protective Courageous Intelligent Affectionate Loyal Gentle	Independent Happy Friendly Gentle Going Social Quiet	Independent Protective Alert Sensitive Selfish Calm Controlled
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: St. 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: King Shepherd vs St. Bernard vs Kangal Dog?	High: King Shepherd dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: St. See more.	High: Kangal Dog dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs King Shepherd vs St. Bernard vs Kangal Dog social needs comparison:	King Shepherd dogs are a social breed. See more.	St. See more.	Kangal Dog dogs are known to be antisocial. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	King Shepherd dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	St. See more.	Kangal Dog dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	King Shepherd dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Their prey drive is low. See more.	Kangal Dog 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.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

King Shepherd vs St. Bernard vs Kangal Dog Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness King Shepherd vs St. Bernard vs Kangal Dog playfulness comparison:	Average: King Shepherds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	St. See more.	Average: Kangal Dogs, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: King Shepherd vs St. Bernard vs Kangal Dog?	Low to Average: The King Shepherd rarely barks. See more.	Low: The St. See more.	Low to Average: The Kangal Dog 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 King Shepherd or St. Bernard or Kangal Dog?	Not an apartment-friendly dog the King Shepherd breed.	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.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Kangal Dog breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

King Shepherd vs St. Bernard vs Kangal Dog Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Average: King Shepherd dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	St.	Average: Kangal Dog dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: King Shepherd or St. Bernard or Kangal Dog?	King Shepherd 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.	Kangal Dog dogs love being alone, they need their own free time.

King Shepherd vs St. Bernard vs Kangal Dog Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: King Shepherd or St. Bernard or Kangal Dog?	Above 400 PSI 🔼 King Shepherd bite force: The Strongest.	Above 400 PSI 🔼 St.	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Kangal Dog bite force: The Strongest.
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 King Shepherd has a low chance of biting somebody.	Moderate ⏺ The St.	Low 🔽 The Kangal Dog has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? King Shepherd vs St. Bernard vs Kangal Dog mouthiness comparison:	King Shepherd dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	St. See more.	Kangal Dog dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

King Shepherd vs St. Bernard vs Kangal Dog Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues King Shepherd vs St. Bernard vs Kangal Dog health comparison. Which is the healthier: King Shepherd vs St. Bernard vs Kangal Dog?	King Shepherds tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	Very healthy dog breed.	The Kangal Dog is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: King Shepherd vs St. Bernard vs Kangal Dog? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? King Shepherd vs St. Bernard vs Kangal Dog health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Allergies Bloat Epilepsy Entropion Elbow Dysplasia Dilated Cardiomyopathy	Fatty Tumors
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Frequent The King Shepherd should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Rare The St.	Average The Kangal Dog should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy King Shepherd vs St. Bernard vs Kangal Dog lifespan comparison. How long do King Shepherd, St. Bernard and Kangal Dog breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	9-13 years The average lifespan of King Shepherd: 11 years	8-10 years The average lifespan of St.	11-15 years The average lifespan of Kangal Dog: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: King Shepherd vs St. Bernard vs Kangal Dog?	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The King Shepherd can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even 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.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.

King Shepherd vs St. Bernard vs Kangal Dog Energy and Activity Comparison

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

King Shepherd vs St. Bernard vs Kangal Dog Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: King Shepherd or St. Bernard or Kangal Dog?	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.	8 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? King Shepherd vs St. Bernard vs Kangal Dog weight gain potential comparison:	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the King Shepherd's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the St. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Kangal Dog's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

King Shepherd vs St. Bernard vs Kangal Dog Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? King Shepherd vs St. Bernard vs Kangal Dog coat comparison:	Fluffy Thick Weather-resistant	Dense Rough Smooth	Dense Double
Colors What are the original King Shepherd, St. Bernard and Kangal Dog color?	Black Tan Cream White Sable	Black Red White Brown Brindle Tricolor	Black Gray Cream
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, King Shepherd or St. Bernard or Kangal Dog? King Shepherd vs St. Bernard vs Kangal Dog grooming comparison:	Easy to groom: The King Shepherd doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Average: The St. See more.	Average: The Kangal Dog requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more King Shepherd or St. Bernard or Kangal Dog? King Shepherd or St. Bernard or {name3 shedding:	King Shepherd dogs shed moderately. See more.	St. See more.	Kangal Dog dogs are heavy shedders. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: King Shepherd or St. Bernard or Kangal Dog?	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.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Hypoallergenic King Shepherd vs St. Bernard vs Kangal Dog 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, King Shepherd vs St. Bernard vs Kangal Dog?	Medium ⏺ The King Shepherd has an average chance of bad smell.	High 🔼 The St.	Medium ⏺ The Kangal Dog has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The King Shepherd is an average drooler. See more.	The St. See more.	The Kangal Dog drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed. See more.

King Shepherd vs St. Bernard vs Kangal Dog Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	King Shepherd dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.	St.	Kangal Dog dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly King Shepherd or St. Bernard or Kangal Dog? Which dog is more friendly?	King Shepherd dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	St.	Kangal 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 King Shepherd or St. Bernard or Kangal Dog?	King Shepherd dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	St.	Kangal Dog dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly King Shepherd or St. Bernard or Kangal Dog?	King Shepherd dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	St.	Kangal Dog dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly King Shepherd or St. Bernard or Kangal Dog?	King Shepherd dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	St.	Kangal Dog dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: King Shepherd vs St. Bernard vs Kangal Dog?	No King Shepherd dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.	No St.	Yes Kangal Dog dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No King Shepherd is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No St.	No Kangal Dog is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	King Shepherds are usually recommended for elderly people.	St.	Kangal Dogs are usually recommended for elderly people.

King Shepherd vs St. Bernard vs Kangal 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.	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: King Shepherd or St. Bernard or Kangal Dog? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect 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.	Yes This breed would make an excellent 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: King Shepherd vs St. Bernard vs Kangal Dog?	Not really King Shepherd breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really St. See more.	Not really Kangal 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?	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.	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.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

King Shepherd vs St. Bernard vs Kangal 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 King Shepherd and St. Bernard and Kangal Dog have?	6-10 puppies	6-8 puppies	5-10 puppies
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King Shepherd vs St. Bernard vs Kangal 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 1885 as a Working breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Not recognized by FCI.	Not recognized by FCI.	Not recognized by FCI.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. American Rare Breed Association	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 America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club United Kennel Club

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