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Maremma Sheepdog vs Great Pyrenees vs Akbash Dog Comparison - Dog breed selector: Abruzzese Sheepdog or Chien De Montagne Des Pyrénées or Coban Kopegi? Find the right dog for you

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Name Maremma Sheepdog Great Pyrenees Akbash Dog
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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Maremma Sheepdog, Great Pyrenees, and Akbash Dog breeds.
Abruzzese Sheepdog
Abruzzo Sheepdog
Maremma
Maremmano
Maremmano-Abruzzese
Pastore Abruzzese
Pastore Maremmano
Cane da Pastore
Chien De Montagne Des Pyrénées
Chien Des Pyrénées
Gos De Muntanya Dels Pirineus
Montañés Del Pirineo
Patou
Great Pyrenees
Coban Kopegi
Akbash dog
Turkish Shepherd
Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between Maremma Sheepdog, Great Pyrenees, and Akbash Dog? Compare their breeding categories.
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Maremma Sheepdog vs Great Pyrenees vs Akbash Dog Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Compare size differences between Maremma Sheepdog, Great Pyrenees, and Akbash Dog. Which breed is the largest?
Large Giant Large
Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between Maremma Sheepdog, Great Pyrenees, and Akbash Dog? Compare adult weight ranges.
Male: 80 - 95 pounds (36 - 43 kg), Female: 70 - 85 pounds (32 - 38 kg) Male: from 100 pounds (45 kg), Female: from 85 pounds (38 kg) Male: 90–140 pounds (41–64 kg), Female: 75–105 pounds (34–48 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 85 pounds (38.5 kg), Female: 70 pounds (31.5 kg) Male: from 100 pounds (45 kg), Female: from 85 pounds (38 kg) Male: 115 pounds (52,5 kg), Female: 90 pounds (41 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Maremma Sheepdog or Great Pyrenees or Akbash Dog? Maremma Sheepdog vs Great Pyrenees vs Akbash Dog height comparison:
24-29 inches (60-73 cm) Male: 27-32 inches (69-81 cm), Female: 25-29 inches (63-74 cm) Male: 28–32 inches (71–81 cm), Female: 27–30 inches (69–76 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
26.5 inches (66.5 cm) Male: 29.5 inches (75 cm), Female: 27 inches (68.5 cm) Male: 30 inches (76 cm), Female: 28,5 inches (72,5 cm)

Maremma Sheepdog vs Great Pyrenees vs Akbash Dog Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range
Compare puppy costs for Maremma Sheepdog, Great Pyrenees, and Akbash Dog. Find price differences between these breeds.
$600-$800 $500-$600 $500-$700
Availability
Which is easier to get, Maremma Sheepdog or Great Pyrenees or Akbash Dog?
Average: The Maremma Sheepdog is a commonly available dog breed.
Very frequent: The Great Pyrenees is quite easy to get.
Frequent: The Akbash Dog is easier than average to get.

Maremma Sheepdog vs Great Pyrenees vs Akbash Dog Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between Maremma Sheepdog, Great Pyrenees, and Akbash Dog. Which breed ranks highest?
Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between Maremma Sheepdog, Great Pyrenees, and Akbash Dog. Which is easiest to train?
Maremma Sheepdog dogs are quite easy to train.
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Great Pyrenees dogs are easy to train.
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Akbash Dog dogs are quite easy to train.
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Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of Maremma Sheepdog, Great Pyrenees, and Akbash Dog. Which breed is most alert?
Maremma Sheepdog dogs are good watchdogs.
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Great Pyrenees dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Akbash Dog dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between Maremma Sheepdog, Great Pyrenees, and Akbash Dog. Which breed is most protective?
Maremma Sheepdog dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Great Pyrenees dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Akbash Dog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Maremma Sheepdog vs Great Pyrenees vs Akbash Dog Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between Maremma Sheepdog, Great Pyrenees, and Akbash Dog? Compare temperaments.
Dignified
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Loyal
Determined
Confident
Affectionate
Patient
Gentle
Strong
Willed
Fearless
Independent
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Affectionate
Loyal
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Akbash Dog dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Maremma Sheepdog vs Great Pyrenees vs Akbash Dog?
High: Maremma Sheepdog dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Average: Great Pyrenees dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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Average: Akbash Dog dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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Social Needs
Maremma Sheepdog vs Great Pyrenees vs Akbash Dog social needs comparison:
Maremma Sheepdog dogs are a social breed.
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Great Pyrenees dogs are a social breed.
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Akbash Dog dogs are kinda antisocial.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Maremma Sheepdog dogs are not the biggest explorers.
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Great Pyrenees dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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The wanderlust potential of the Akbash Dog is strong enough to escape from home.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Their prey drive is low.
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Great Pyrenees dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Akbash Dog dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Maremma Sheepdog vs Great Pyrenees vs Akbash Dog Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of Maremma Sheepdog, Great Pyrenees, and Akbash Dog. Which breed is most vocal?
Low to Average: The Maremma Sheepdog rarely barks.
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Average to High: The Great Pyrenees is a vocal breed.
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Average: The Akbash Dog barks occasionally.
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between Maremma Sheepdog, Great Pyrenees, and Akbash Dog. Which breed is most playful?
Average: Maremma Sheepdogs, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Great Pyreneess are not the most playful dog breed.
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Akbash Dogs are not the most playful dog breed.
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Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of Maremma Sheepdog, Great Pyrenees, and Akbash Dog. Which adapts best to small spaces?
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 Maremma Sheepdog indoors.
It is not recommended to keep the Great Pyrenees breed in the home.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Akbash Dog breed.

Maremma Sheepdog vs Great Pyrenees vs Akbash Dog Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between Maremma Sheepdog, Great Pyrenees, and Akbash Dog. Which breed is most flexible?
Average: Maremma Sheepdog 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: Akbash Dog dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: Maremma Sheepdog or Great Pyrenees or Akbash Dog?
Maremma Sheepdog 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.
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.
Akbash Dog dogs handle alone time quite well.

Maremma Sheepdog vs Great Pyrenees vs Akbash Dog Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between Maremma Sheepdog, Great Pyrenees, and Akbash Dog. Which has lowest bite risk?

Low 🔽

The Maremma Sheepdog has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Great Pyrenees has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Akbash Dog has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between Maremma Sheepdog, Great Pyrenees, and Akbash Dog. Which uses mouth most during play?
Maremma Sheepdog dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Great Pyrenees dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Akbash Dog dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Bite Strength Rating
Compare bite forces between Maremma Sheepdog, Great Pyrenees, and Akbash Dog. Which has the strongest bite?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Maremma Sheepdog bite force: Ordinary.

Above 400 PSI 🔼

Great Pyrenees bite force: The Strongest.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Akbash Dog bite force: Ordinary.

Maremma Sheepdog vs Great Pyrenees vs Akbash Dog Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of Maremma Sheepdog, Great Pyrenees, and Akbash Dog. Which breed lives longest?
11-13 years
The average lifespan of Maremma Sheepdog: 12 years
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Great Pyrenees: 11 years
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Akbash Dog: 11 years
Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between Maremma Sheepdog, Great Pyrenees, and Akbash Dog. Which handles climate changes best?
Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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Prefers cold weather
The Great Pyrenees can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog.
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Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Akbash Dog can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in Maremma Sheepdog, Great Pyrenees, and Akbash Dog. Which has fewer health issues?
The Maremma Sheepdog is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Great Pyreneess are commonly healthy dogs.
Akbash Dogs tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Vet Care Frequency
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Average
The Maremma Sheepdog 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).
Frequent
The Akbash Dog should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Maremma Sheepdog vs Great Pyrenees vs Akbash Dog? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Maremma Sheepdog vs Great Pyrenees vs Akbash Dog health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Bloat
Vaccination Sensitivity
Drug Sensitivity
Obesity
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Patellar Luxation
Bloat
Entropion
Drug Sensitivity
Elbow Dysplasia
Addison's Disease
Hip Dysplasia
Luxating Patella
Hypothyroidism
Umbilical Hernias
Bloat
Epilepsy
Heart Problems

Maremma Sheepdog vs Great Pyrenees vs Akbash Dog Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating
Compare energy levels between Maremma Sheepdog, Great Pyrenees, and Akbash Dog. Which breed is most active?
Maremma Sheepdog dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Great Pyrenees dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Akbash Dog dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Maremma Sheepdog vs Great Pyrenees vs Akbash Dog exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Maremma Sheepdog or Great Pyrenees or Akbash Dog? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Maremma Sheepdog dogs have an average exercise need.
Great Pyrenees dogs have an average exercise need.
Akbash Dog dogs exercise need is minimal.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Maremma Sheepdog or Great Pyrenees or Akbash Dog?
Maremma Sheepdog dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
Great Pyrenees dogs don't need too much sleep.
Akbash Dog dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.

Maremma Sheepdog vs Great Pyrenees vs Akbash Dog Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between Maremma Sheepdog, Great Pyrenees, and Akbash Dog. Which is most prone to obesity?
High: The Maremma Sheepdog breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Great Pyrenees's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Average: The Akbash Dog has an average risk for obesity.
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between Maremma Sheepdog, Great Pyrenees, and Akbash Dog. Which needs most food?
3 to 4 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 3-4 cup high-quality commercial dog food (that is formulated for large-breed dogs), divided into two meals.

Maremma Sheepdog vs Great Pyrenees vs Akbash Dog Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Maremma Sheepdog, Great Pyrenees, and Akbash Dog. Which is best for allergy sufferers?
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between Maremma Sheepdog, Great Pyrenees, and Akbash Dog. What colors are available?
White
Yellow
White White
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between Maremma Sheepdog, Great Pyrenees, and Akbash Dog. Which requires most maintenance?
Average: The Maremma Sheepdog requires average grooming effort.
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Average: The Great Pyrenees requires average grooming effort.
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Average: The Akbash Dog requires average grooming effort.
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Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between Maremma Sheepdog, Great Pyrenees, and Akbash Dog. Which drools least?
The Maremma Sheepdog is an average drooler.
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The Great Pyrenees is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency.
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The Akbash Dog is an average drooler.
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Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between Maremma Sheepdog, Great Pyrenees, and Akbash Dog. Which has least natural smell?

Medium

The Maremma Sheepdog has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Great Pyrenees has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Akbash Dog has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between Maremma Sheepdog, Great Pyrenees, and Akbash Dog. How do their fur characteristics differ?
Rough
Thick
Double
Dense
Double
Thick
Smooth
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between Maremma Sheepdog, Great Pyrenees, and Akbash Dog. Which requires most frequent baths?
3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Maremma Sheepdog or Great Pyrenees or Akbash Dog? Maremma Sheepdog or Great Pyrenees or {name3 shedding:
Maremma Sheepdog dogs shed moderately.
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Great Pyrenees dogs shed above average.
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Akbash Dog dogs shed moderately.
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Maremma Sheepdog vs Great Pyrenees vs Akbash Dog Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility
Compare child-friendliness between Maremma Sheepdog, Great Pyrenees, and Akbash Dog. Which is best with kids?
Maremma Sheepdog dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Great Pyrenees dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Akbash Dog dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Pet Compatibility
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Maremma Sheepdog dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Great Pyrenees dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Akbash Dog dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Maremma Sheepdog or Great Pyrenees or Akbash Dog? Which dog is more friendly?
Maremma Sheepdog dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Great Pyrenees dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Akbash Dog dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Maremma Sheepdog or Great Pyrenees or Akbash Dog?
Maremma Sheepdog dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Great Pyrenees dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Akbash Dog dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Maremma Sheepdog or Great Pyrenees or Akbash Dog?
Maremma Sheepdog dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Great Pyrenees dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Akbash Dog dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Maremma Sheepdog vs Great Pyrenees vs Akbash Dog?
Yes
Maremma Sheepdog 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
Akbash Dog dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
Maremma Sheepdog is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Great Pyrenees is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Akbash Dog is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
Maremma Sheepdogs are usually recommended for elderly people.
Great Pyreneess are usually recommended for elderly people.
Akbash Dogs are usually recommended for elderly people.

Maremma Sheepdog vs Great Pyrenees vs Akbash Dog As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between Maremma Sheepdog, Great Pyrenees, and Akbash Dog. Which is best suited for service work?

Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Therapy Work Suitability
Compare therapy dog potential between Maremma Sheepdog, Great Pyrenees, and Akbash Dog. Which excels in therapy work?

Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between Maremma Sheepdog, Great Pyrenees, and Akbash Dog. Which has best nose work ability?

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 & Rescue Potential
Compare search and rescue potential between Maremma Sheepdog, Great Pyrenees, and Akbash Dog. Which is best for SAR work?

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.
Maritime Work Ability
Compare boating aptitude between Maremma Sheepdog, Great Pyrenees, and Akbash Dog. Which is best suited for water work?

Not really

Maremma Sheepdog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Great Pyrenees breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Akbash Dog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between Maremma Sheepdog, Great Pyrenees, and Akbash Dog. Which is best for draft work?

Yes

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Yes

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Yes

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Military Service Background
Compare military service history of Maremma Sheepdog, Great Pyrenees, and Akbash Dog. Which has most military use?

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.

Maremma Sheepdog vs Great Pyrenees vs Akbash Dog Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of Maremma Sheepdog, Great Pyrenees, and Akbash Dog. Which has most puppies?
5-9 puppies 6-9 puppies 6-8 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of Maremma Sheepdog, Great Pyrenees, and Akbash Dog. Any breeding differences?
60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between Maremma Sheepdog, Great Pyrenees, and Akbash Dog. What's recommended?

Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Maremma Sheepdog vs Great Pyrenees vs Akbash Dog Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for Maremma Sheepdog, Great Pyrenees, and Akbash Dog. How are they classified?
Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1933 as a Working breed. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for Maremma Sheepdog, Great Pyrenees, and Akbash Dog. How are they classified internationally?
Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs 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.
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of Maremma Sheepdog, Great Pyrenees, and Akbash Dog. Which has most recognition?
American Canine Registry
America's Pet Registry
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United 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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