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Name	Leonberger	Great Pyrenees	Kangal Dog
Origins	Germany	Spain France	Turkey
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Group	Working Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Gentle Giant Gentle Lion Leonbergi Leo	Chien De Montagne Des Pyrénées Chien Des Pyrénées Gos De Muntanya Dels Pirineus Montañés Del Pirineo Patou Great Pyrenees	Kangal Shepherd Dog Sivas Kangal Turkish Kangal Kangal Coban Kopegi
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Leonberger vs Great Pyrenees vs Kangal Dog breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Leonberger vs Great Pyrenees vs Kangal Dog Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Leonberger or Great Pyrenees or Kangal Dog? Which is the smallest dog, Leonberger or Great Pyrenees or Kangal Dog?	Giant	Giant	Giant
Weight Which is heavier, Leonberger or Great Pyrenees or Great Pyrenees? Leonberger vs Great Pyrenees vs Kangal Dog weight comparison:	Male: 130-170 pounds (59-77 kg), Female: 100-130 pounds (45-59 kg)	Male: from 100 pounds (45 kg), Female: from 85 pounds (38 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?	Male: 150 pounds (68 kg), Female: 115 pounds (52 kg)	Male: from 100 pounds (45 kg), Female: from 85 pounds (38 kg)	Male: 127.5 pounds (58 kg), Female: 105 pounds (47.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Leonberger or Great Pyrenees or Kangal Dog? Leonberger vs Great Pyrenees vs Kangal Dog height comparison:	Male: 29-31 inches (74-80 cm), Female: 27-29 inches (61-74 cm)	Male: 27-32 inches (69-81 cm), Female: 25-29 inches (63-74 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?	Male: 30 inches (77 cm), Female: 28 inches (67.5 cm)	Male: 29.5 inches (75 cm), Female: 27 inches (68.5 cm)	Male: 31 inches (81.5 cm), Female: 29 inches (74.5 cm)

Leonberger vs Great Pyrenees vs Kangal Dog Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Leonberger or Great Pyrenees or Kangal Dog? Which is more expensive?	$1500-$2000	$500-$600	$600-$800
Availability Which is easier to get, Leonberger or Great Pyrenees or Kangal Dog?	Frequent: The Leonberger is easier than average to get.	Very frequent: The Great Pyrenees is quite easy to get.	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.

Leonberger vs Great Pyrenees vs Kangal Dog Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Leonberger vs Great Pyrenees vs Kangal Dog intelligence:	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Leonberger vs Great Pyrenees vs Kangal Dog trainability comparison.	Leonberger dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Great Pyrenees dogs are easy to train. See more.	Kangal Dog dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Leonberger or Great Pyrenees or Kangal Dog?	Leonberger dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Great Pyrenees dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Kangal Dog dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Leonberger or Great Pyrenees or Kangal Dog? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Leonberger dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Great Pyrenees dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Kangal Dog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Leonberger vs Great Pyrenees vs Kangal Dog Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Leonberger or Great Pyrenees or Kangal Dog? Leonberger vs Great Pyrenees vs Kangal Dog behavior/temperament comparison:	Loving Obedient Loyal Fearless Companionable Adaptable	Confident Affectionate Patient Gentle Strong Willed Fearless	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.	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: Leonberger vs Great Pyrenees vs Kangal Dog?	High: Leonberger dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average: Great Pyrenees dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	High: Kangal Dog dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Leonberger vs Great Pyrenees vs Kangal Dog social needs comparison:	Leonberger dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Great Pyrenees dogs are a social breed. See more.	Kangal Dog dogs are known to be antisocial. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Leonberger dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Great Pyrenees dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. 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?	Leonberger dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Great Pyrenees dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. 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

Leonberger vs Great Pyrenees vs Kangal Dog Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Leonberger vs Great Pyrenees vs Kangal Dog playfulness comparison:	The Leonberger is a playful breed. See more.	Great Pyreneess are not the most playful dog breed. See more.	Average: Kangal Dogs, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Leonberger vs Great Pyrenees vs Kangal Dog?	Low: The Leonberger barks none to minimal. See more.	Average to High: The Great Pyrenees is a vocal breed. 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 Leonberger or Great Pyrenees or Kangal Dog?	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Leonberger breed.	It is not recommended to keep the Great Pyrenees breed in the home.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Kangal Dog breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Leonberger vs Great Pyrenees vs Kangal Dog Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Average: Leonberger dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Great Pyrenees dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	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: Leonberger or Great Pyrenees or Kangal Dog?	Leonberger dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	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.	Kangal Dog dogs love being alone, they need their own free time.

Leonberger vs Great Pyrenees vs Kangal Dog Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Leonberger vs Great Pyrenees vs Kangal Dog Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Leonberger vs Great Pyrenees vs Kangal Dog health comparison. Which is the healthier: Leonberger vs Great Pyrenees vs Kangal Dog?	Leonbergers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	Great Pyreneess are commonly healthy dogs.	The Kangal Dog 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: Leonberger vs Great Pyrenees vs Kangal Dog? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Leonberger vs Great Pyrenees vs Kangal Dog health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Cancer Bloat Entropion Inherited Polyneuropathy Ectropion Elbow Dysplasia Addison's Disease Eosinophilic Panosteitis	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Bloat Entropion Drug Sensitivity Elbow Dysplasia Addison's Disease	Fatty Tumors
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Frequent The Leonberger should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Rare The Great Pyrenees should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Average The Kangal Dog should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy Leonberger vs Great Pyrenees vs Kangal Dog lifespan comparison. How long do Leonberger, Great Pyrenees and Kangal Dog breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	8-10 years The average lifespan of Leonberger: 9 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Great Pyrenees: 11 years	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: Leonberger vs Great Pyrenees vs Kangal Dog?	Prefers cold weather The Leonberger can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. See more.	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.

Leonberger vs Great Pyrenees vs Kangal Dog Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Leonberger or Great Pyrenees or Kangal Dog? Leonberger vs Great Pyrenees vs Kangal Dog energy level comparison:	Leonberger dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Great Pyrenees dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	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 Leonberger vs Great Pyrenees vs Kangal Dog exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Leonberger or Great Pyrenees or Kangal Dog? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Leonberger dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Great Pyrenees dogs have an average exercise need.	Kangal Dog dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Leonberger or Great Pyrenees or Kangal Dog?	Leonberger dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Great Pyrenees dogs don't need too much sleep.	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

Leonberger vs Great Pyrenees vs Kangal Dog Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Leonberger or Great Pyrenees or Kangal Dog?	8 to 10 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	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? Leonberger vs Great Pyrenees vs Kangal Dog weight gain potential comparison:	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Leonberger's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	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 Kangal Dog's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Leonberger vs Great Pyrenees vs Kangal Dog Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Leonberger vs Great Pyrenees vs Kangal Dog coat comparison:	Waterproof	Dense Double	Dense Double
Colors What are the original Leonberger, Great Pyrenees and Kangal Dog color?	Red Brown Yellow Sandy Reddish Mahogany	White	Black Gray Cream
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Leonberger or Great Pyrenees or Kangal Dog? Leonberger vs Great Pyrenees vs Kangal Dog grooming comparison:	Average: The Leonberger requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The Great Pyrenees requires average grooming effort. 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 Leonberger or Great Pyrenees or Kangal Dog? Leonberger or Great Pyrenees or {name3 shedding:	Leonberger dogs are heavy shedders. See more.	Great Pyrenees dogs shed above average. 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: Leonberger or Great Pyrenees 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.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. 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 Leonberger vs Great Pyrenees 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, Leonberger vs Great Pyrenees vs Kangal Dog?	Medium ⏺ The Leonberger has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Great Pyrenees has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Kangal Dog has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Leonberger is an average drooler. See more.	The Great Pyrenees is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. 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.

Leonberger vs Great Pyrenees vs Kangal Dog Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Leonberger dogs are generally with other pets.	Great Pyrenees dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Kangal Dog dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Leonberger or Great Pyrenees or Kangal Dog? Which dog is more friendly?	Leonberger dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Great Pyrenees dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	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 Leonberger or Great Pyrenees or Kangal Dog?	Leonberger dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Great Pyrenees dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Kangal Dog dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Leonberger or Great Pyrenees or Kangal Dog?	Leonberger dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Great Pyrenees dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Kangal Dog dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Leonberger or Great Pyrenees or Kangal Dog?	Leonberger dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Great Pyrenees dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Kangal Dog dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Leonberger vs Great Pyrenees vs Kangal Dog?	Yes Leonberger dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Great Pyrenees dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	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 Leonberger is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Great Pyrenees is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Kangal Dog is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Leonbergers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Great Pyreneess are usually recommended for elderly people.	Kangal Dogs are usually recommended for elderly people.

Leonberger vs Great Pyrenees 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: Leonberger or Great Pyrenees or Kangal 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.
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.	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: Leonberger vs Great Pyrenees vs Kangal Dog?	Not really Leonberger breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Great Pyrenees breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. 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?	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.	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.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

Leonberger vs Great Pyrenees 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 Leonberger and Great Pyrenees and Kangal Dog have?	6-8 puppies	6-9 puppies	5-10 puppies
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Leonberger vs Great Pyrenees vs Kangal Dog Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2010 as a Working breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1933 as a Working 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 Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type section.	Not recognized by FCI.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	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. Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand 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	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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