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Maremma Sheepdog vs Great Pyrenees vs Bearded Collie Comparison - Dog breed selector: Abruzzese Sheepdog or Chien De Montagne Des Pyrénées or Argle Bargle? Find the right dog for you

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Name Maremma Sheepdog Great Pyrenees Bearded Collie
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
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
Argle Bargle
Beardie
Mountain Collie
Highland Collie
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Maremma Sheepdog vs Great Pyrenees vs Bearded Collie breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Maremma Sheepdog vs Great Pyrenees vs Bearded Collie Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Maremma Sheepdog or Great Pyrenees or Bearded Collie? Which is the smallest dog, Maremma Sheepdog or Great Pyrenees or Bearded Collie?
Large Giant Large
Medium
Weight
Which is heavier, Maremma Sheepdog or Great Pyrenees or Great Pyrenees? Maremma Sheepdog vs Great Pyrenees vs Bearded Collie weight comparison:
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) 40-60 pounds (18-27 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) 50 pounds (22.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Maremma Sheepdog or Great Pyrenees or Bearded Collie? Maremma Sheepdog vs Great Pyrenees vs Bearded Collie height comparison:
24-29 inches (60-73 cm) Male: 27-32 inches (69-81 cm), Female: 25-29 inches (63-74 cm) 20-22 inches (51-56 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) 21 inches (53.5 cm)

Maremma Sheepdog vs Great Pyrenees vs Bearded Collie Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Maremma Sheepdog or Great Pyrenees or Bearded Collie? Which is more expensive?
$600-$800 $500-$600 $1200-$1400
Availability
Which is easier to get, Maremma Sheepdog or Great Pyrenees or Bearded Collie?
Average: The Maremma Sheepdog is a commonly available dog breed.
Very frequent: The Great Pyrenees is quite easy to get.
Frequent: The Bearded Collie is easier than average to get.

Maremma Sheepdog vs Great Pyrenees vs Bearded Collie Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Maremma Sheepdog vs Great Pyrenees vs Bearded Collie intelligence:
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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Smart: The Bearded Collie dogs have great intelligence.
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Trainability
Maremma Sheepdog vs Great Pyrenees vs Bearded Collie trainability comparison.
Maremma Sheepdog dogs are quite easy to train.
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Great Pyrenees dogs are easy to train.
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Bearded Collie dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Maremma Sheepdog or Great Pyrenees or Bearded Collie?
Maremma Sheepdog dogs are good watchdogs.
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Great Pyrenees dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Bearded Collie dogs are good watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Maremma Sheepdog or Great Pyrenees or Bearded Collie? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Maremma Sheepdog dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Great Pyrenees dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Bearded Collie dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Maremma Sheepdog vs Great Pyrenees vs Bearded Collie Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Maremma Sheepdog or Great Pyrenees or Bearded Collie? Maremma Sheepdog vs Great Pyrenees vs Bearded Collie behavior/temperament comparison:
Dignified
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Loyal
Determined
Confident
Affectionate
Patient
Gentle
Strong
Willed
Fearless
Active
Alert
Intelligent
Confident
Lively
Assertive
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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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Maremma Sheepdog vs Great Pyrenees vs Bearded Collie?
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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High: Bearded Collie dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Maremma Sheepdog vs Great Pyrenees vs Bearded Collie 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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Bearded Collie dogs are a social breed.
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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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Bearded Collie dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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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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Bearded Collie 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.
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Maremma Sheepdog vs Great Pyrenees vs Bearded Collie Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Maremma Sheepdog vs Great Pyrenees vs Bearded Collie playfulness comparison:
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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The Bearded Collie is a highly playful breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Maremma Sheepdog vs Great Pyrenees vs Bearded Collie?
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 to High: The Bearded Collie is a vocal breed.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Maremma Sheepdog or Great Pyrenees or Bearded Collie?
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.
It is not recommended to keep the Bearded Collie breed in the home.

Maremma Sheepdog vs Great Pyrenees vs Bearded Collie Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
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.
Bearded Collie dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Maremma Sheepdog or Great Pyrenees or Bearded Collie?
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.
Bearded Collie 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.

Maremma Sheepdog vs Great Pyrenees vs Bearded Collie Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Maremma Sheepdog or Great Pyrenees or Bearded Collie?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Maremma Sheepdog bite force: Ordinary.

Above 400 PSI 🔼

Great Pyrenees bite force: The Strongest.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Bearded Collie bite force: Ordinary.
Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:

Low 🔽

The Maremma Sheepdog has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Great Pyrenees has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Bearded Collie has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Maremma Sheepdog vs Great Pyrenees vs Bearded Collie mouthiness comparison:
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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Bearded Collie dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Maremma Sheepdog vs Great Pyrenees vs Bearded Collie Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Maremma Sheepdog vs Great Pyrenees vs Bearded Collie health comparison. Which is the healthier: Maremma Sheepdog vs Great Pyrenees vs Bearded Collie?
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.
The Bearded Collie is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Maremma Sheepdog vs Great Pyrenees vs Bearded Collie? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Maremma Sheepdog vs Great Pyrenees vs Bearded Collie 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
Allergies
Cancer
Hypothyroidism
Arthritis
Addison's Disease
Eye Diseases
Veterinarian Visits
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).
Average
The Bearded Collie should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Life Expectancy
Maremma Sheepdog vs Great Pyrenees vs Bearded Collie lifespan comparison. How long do Maremma Sheepdog, Great Pyrenees and Bearded Collie breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
11-13 years
The average lifespan of Maremma Sheepdog: 12 years
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Great Pyrenees: 11 years
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Bearded Collie: 13 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Maremma Sheepdog vs Great Pyrenees vs Bearded Collie?
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 Bearded Collie can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Maremma Sheepdog vs Great Pyrenees vs Bearded Collie Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Maremma Sheepdog or Great Pyrenees or Bearded Collie? Maremma Sheepdog vs Great Pyrenees vs Bearded Collie energy level comparison:
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.
Bearded Collie dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Maremma Sheepdog vs Great Pyrenees vs Bearded Collie exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Maremma Sheepdog or Great Pyrenees or Bearded Collie? 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.
Bearded Collie dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Maremma Sheepdog or Great Pyrenees or Bearded Collie?
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.
Bearded Collie dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.

Maremma Sheepdog vs Great Pyrenees vs Bearded Collie Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Maremma Sheepdog or Great Pyrenees or Bearded Collie?
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 1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three meals.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Maremma Sheepdog vs Great Pyrenees vs Bearded Collie weight gain potential comparison:
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 to High: If you don't pay attention to the Bearded Collie's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Maremma Sheepdog vs Great Pyrenees vs Bearded Collie Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Maremma Sheepdog vs Great Pyrenees vs Bearded Collie coat comparison:
Rough
Thick
Double
Dense
Double
Feathered
Colors
What are the original Maremma Sheepdog, Great Pyrenees and Bearded Collie color?
White
Yellow
White Black
Blue
Brown
Fawn
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Maremma Sheepdog or Great Pyrenees or Bearded Collie? Maremma Sheepdog vs Great Pyrenees vs Bearded Collie grooming comparison:
Average: The Maremma Sheepdog requires average grooming effort.
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Average: The Great Pyrenees requires average grooming effort.
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Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Maremma Sheepdog or Great Pyrenees or Bearded Collie? 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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Bearded Collie dogs shed above average.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Maremma Sheepdog or Great Pyrenees or Bearded Collie?
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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Hypoallergenic
Maremma Sheepdog vs Great Pyrenees vs Bearded Collie hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?
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Stinkiness
Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Maremma Sheepdog vs Great Pyrenees vs Bearded Collie?

Medium

The Maremma Sheepdog has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Great Pyrenees has an average chance of bad smell.

Low 🔽

The Bearded Collie has a low chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the 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 Bearded Collie is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Maremma Sheepdog vs Great Pyrenees vs Bearded Collie Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
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.
Bearded Collie dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Maremma Sheepdog or Great Pyrenees or Bearded Collie? Which dog is more friendly?
Maremma Sheepdog dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Great Pyrenees dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Bearded Collie dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Maremma Sheepdog or Great Pyrenees or Bearded Collie?
Maremma Sheepdog dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Great Pyrenees dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Bearded Collie dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Maremma Sheepdog or Great Pyrenees or Bearded Collie?
Maremma Sheepdog dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Great Pyrenees dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Bearded Collie dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Maremma Sheepdog or Great Pyrenees or Bearded Collie?
Maremma Sheepdog dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Great Pyrenees dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Bearded Collie dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Maremma Sheepdog vs Great Pyrenees vs Bearded Collie?
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
Bearded Collie 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
Bearded Collie 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.
Bearded Collies are usually recommended for elderly people.

Maremma Sheepdog vs Great Pyrenees vs Bearded Collie 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.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Therapy Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: Maremma Sheepdog or Great Pyrenees or Bearded Collie? Which is better for autism?

Not really

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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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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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: Maremma Sheepdog vs Great Pyrenees vs Bearded Collie?

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

Bearded Collie breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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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.
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Yes

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

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

Maremma Sheepdog vs Great Pyrenees vs Bearded Collie 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.
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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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Litter Size
How many puppies can Maremma Sheepdog and Great Pyrenees and Bearded Collie have?
5-9 puppies 6-9 puppies 4-12 puppies

Maremma Sheepdog vs Great Pyrenees vs Bearded Collie 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 1933 as a Working breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1976 as a Herding breed.
FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI?
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. Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section.
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
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
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