Labrador Husky vs Great Pyrenees Comparison – Which dog is better Husky-Lab or Great Pyrenees?

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Name	Labrador Husky	Great Pyrenees
Origins	Canada	Spain France
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Group	Sled Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Husky-Lab	Great Pyrenees, Patou, Chien Des Pyrénées, Chien De Montagne Des Pyrénées, Montañés Del Pirineo, Gos De Muntanya Dels Pirineus
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Labrador Husky vs Great Pyrenees breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred
AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1933 as a Working breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	Dog Registry of America 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 New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club
Price Which is cheaper, Labrador Husky or Great Pyrenees? Which is more expensive? What is the difference in price between Labrador Husky and Great Pyrenees?	$400-$800	$500-$600
Availability	Average	Very frequent

Labrador Husky vs Great Pyrenees General Appearance & Basic Info Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Labrador Husky or Great Pyrenees? Labrador Husky vs Great Pyrenees size comparison:	Large	Giant
Weight Which is heavier, Labrador Husky or Great Pyrenees? Labrador Husky vs Great Pyrenees weight comparison:	60-100 pounds (27-45 kg)	Male: from 100 pounds (45 kg), Female: from 85 pounds (38 kg)
Avg. Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	80 pounds (36 kg)	Male: from 100 pounds (45 kg), Female: from 85 pounds (38 kg)
Height Which is taller, Labrador Husky or Great Pyrenees? Labrador Husky vs Great Pyrenees height comparison:	20-28 inches (51-71 cm)	Male: 27-32 inches (69-81 cm), Female: 25-29 inches (63-74 cm)
Avg. Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	24 inches (61 cm)	Male: 29.5 inches (75 cm), Female: 27 inches (68.5 cm)

Labrador Husky vs Great Pyrenees Hair & Care Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Labrador Husky vs Great Pyrenees coat comparison:	Double Thick	Dense Double
Colors What are the original Labrador Husky and Great Pyrenees color? Labrador Husky vs Great Pyrenees color comparison:	Solid Black Solid White Black & White & Red Black & White & Grey	White
Grooming Which is easy to maintain, Labrador Husky or Great Pyrenees? Labrador Husky vs Great Pyrenees grooming comparison:	Advanced: The Labrador Husky requires a lot of grooming.	Average: The Great Pyrenees requires average grooming effort.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Labrador Husky or Great Pyrenees? Labrador Husky vs Great Pyrenees shedding:	Labrador Huskys shed moderately.	Great Pyreneess shed above average.
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Labrador Husky or Great Pyrenees?	3-4 weeks More often than average.	3-4 weeks More often than average.

Labrador Husky vs Great Pyrenees Characteristics Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Labrador Husky or Great Pyrenees? Labrador Husky vs Great Pyrenees behavior/temperament comparison:	Friendly Good natured Intelligent Quiet	Affectionate Fearless Patient Confident Gentle Strong Willed
Intelligent Rank Which dog has more intelligence? Is a Labrador Husky or Great Pyrenees smarter? Which is best? Labrador Husky vs Great Pyrenees intelligence:	Smart: Labrador Husky's has great intelligence.	Átlagos: Átlagos intelligenciájú Great Pyrenees.
Trainability Labrador Husky vs Great Pyrenees trainability comparison. What's the difference between Labrador Husky vs Great Pyrenees?	Labrador Huskys are very easy to train.	Great Pyreneess are easy to train.
Playfulness Labrador Husky vs Great Pyrenees playfulness comparison:	The Labrador Husky is a highly playful breed.	Great Pyreneess are not the most playful dog breed.
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Labrador Husky vs Great Pyrenees?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Labrador Husky vs Great Pyrenees?	Labrador Huskys are highly affectionate dogs.	Great Pyreneess are average dogs regarding their affection level.
Social Needs Labrador Husky vs Great Pyrenees social needs comparison:	Labrador Huskys are a social breed.	Great Pyreneess are a social breed.
Barking Which dog barks more/less: Labrador Husky vs Great Pyrenees?	Low to Average: The Labrador Husky rarely barks.	Average to high: The Great Pyrenees is a vocal breed.
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Labrador Husky or Great Pyrenees?	Labrador Huskys are one of the best watchdogs.	Great Pyreneess are one of the best watchdogs.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Labrador Huskys strongly protect their territory.	Great Pyreneess strongly protect their territory.
Biting Potential Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	Low The Labrador Husky has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low The Great Pyrenees has a low chance of biting somebody.
Bite Force Which bite is stronger: Labrador Husky or Great Pyrenees?	Between 200 and 400 PSI Ordinary: Average dogs have bite force between 200 and 400 PSI.	Above 400 PSI The strongest: Dogs that have a strong bite force are usually quite powerful and large.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Labrador Husky vs Great Pyrenees mouthiness comparison:	Labrador Huskys have an average tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.	Great Pyreneess have lower than average tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between Labrador Husky vs Great Pyrenees?	Labrador Huskys have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.	Great Pyreneess have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between Labrador Husky vs Great Pyrenees? Which can be better for hunting?	Labrador Huskys have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.	Great Pyreneess have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Labrador Husky or Great Pyrenees?	Nem lakásbarát kutya Labrador Husky.	Nem ajánlott lakásban tartani Great Pyrenees kutyafajtát.
Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Labrador Huskys adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Great Pyreneess adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Labrador Husky or Great Pyrenees?	Labrador Huskys 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.	Great Pyreneess 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.
Fighting 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.

Labrador Husky vs Great Pyrenees Good With Comparison

Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Labrador Husky or Great Pyrenees? Which dog is more friendly?	Labrador Huskys are stranger friendly dogs.	Great Pyreneess are average friendly towards strangers.
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Labrador Husky or Great Pyrenees?	Labrador Huskys are average friendly dogs towards children.	Great Pyreneess are kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Labrador Husky or Great Pyrenees?	Labrador Huskys are average friendly towards cats.	Great Pyreneess are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Labrador Husky or Great Pyrenees?	Labrador Huskys are dog-friendly dogs.	Great Pyreneess are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: Labrador Husky vs Great Pyrenees?	No Labrador Huskys are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.	No Great Pyreneess are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.
Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog.
Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Labrador Husky or Great Pyrenees? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed generally not used as a therapy dog.	Not really This breed generally not used as a therapy dog.
Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	Not really A detection dog or sniffer dog is a dog that is trained to use its senses (mostly its smell) to detect substances such as explosives, illegal drugs, wildlife scat, currency, blood, and contraband electronics such as illicit mobile phones.	Not really A detection dog or sniffer dog is a dog that is trained to use its senses (mostly its smell) to detect substances such as explosives, illegal drugs, wildlife scat, currency, blood, and contraband electronics such as illicit mobile phones.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Labrador Husky is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Great Pyrenees is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR) Which one could be a search and rescue dog?	Not really The use of dogs in search and rescue (SAR) is a valuable component in wilderness tracking, natural disasters, mass casualty events, and in locating missing people.	Not really The use of dogs in search and rescue (SAR) is a valuable component in wilderness tracking, natural disasters, mass casualty events, and in locating missing people.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Labrador Huskys are commonly okay with elderly people.	Great Pyreneess are usually recommended for elderly people.
Boat Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Labrador Husky vs Great Pyrenees?	Not really Labrador Husky breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.	Not really Great Pyrenees breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Labrador Huskys are generally with other pets.	Great Pyreneess are usually friendly towards other pets.
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.	Yes A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.

Labrador Husky vs Great Pyrenees Health Factors Comparison

Health Issues Labrador Husky vs Great Pyrenees health comparison. Which is the healthier: Labrador Husky vs Great Pyrenees?	The Labrador Husky is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Great Pyreneess are commonly healthy dogs.
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Labrador Husky vs Great Pyrenees? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Labrador Husky vs Great Pyrenees health problems comparison:	No data available	Addison's Disease Bloat Cataracts Drug Sensitivity Elbow Dysplasia Entropion Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Labrador Husky vs Great Pyrenees?	Average The Labrador Husky should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Rare The Great Pyrenees should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Life Expectancy Labrador Husky vs Great Pyrenees lifespan comparison. How long do Labrador Husky and Great Pyrenees breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy? What is the age limit of the Labrador Husky and Great Pyrenees?	11-13 years	10-12 years
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Hypoallergenic Labrador Husky vs Great Pyrenees hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No	No
Energy Level Who has more energy a Labrador Husky or Great Pyrenees? Labrador Husky vs Great Pyrenees energy level comparison:	Labrador Huskys are high energy dogs.	Great Pyreneess have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Labrador Husky vs Great Pyrenees exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Labrador Husky or Great Pyrenees? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Labrador Huskys need a lot of exercises.	Great Pyreneess have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Labrador Husky or Great Pyrenees?	Labrador Huskys don't need too much sleep.	Great Pyreneess don't need too much sleep.
Avg. daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Labrador Husky or Great Pyrenees? Does the Labrador Husky breed eat more than the Great Pyrenees breed?	4 to 7 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
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Labrador Husky vs Great Pyrenees weight gain potential comparison:	Average.	Average to High.
Weather & Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Labrador Husky vs Great Pyrenees?	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Labrador Husky can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.	Prefers cold weather The Great Pyrenees can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog.
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells least? Which dog smells most? Which is best, Labrador Husky or Great Pyrenees?	Medium The Labrador Husky has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium The Great Pyrenees has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least? What's the difference between Labrador Husky vs Great Pyrenees?	The Labrador Husky is a perfect example for low drooling tendency.	The Great Pyrenees is a perfect example for low drooling tendency.

Labrador Husky vs Great Pyrenees Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	60-64 days	60-64 days
Litter Frequency	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy.
Litter Size How many puppies can Labrador Husky and Great Pyrenees have? Labrador Husky vs Great Pyrenees litter size comparison:	4-8 puppies	6-9 puppies
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