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

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Name Maremma Sheepdog Kangal Dog Great Pyrenees
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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
Kangal Shepherd Dog
Sivas Kangal
Turkish Kangal
Kangal Coban Kopegi
Chien De Montagne Des Pyrénées
Chien Des Pyrénées
Gos De Muntanya Dels Pirineus
Montañés Del Pirineo
Patou
Great Pyrenees
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Maremma Sheepdog vs Kangal Dog vs Great Pyrenees breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

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

Size
Which is bigger, Maremma Sheepdog or Kangal Dog or Great Pyrenees? Which is the smallest dog, Maremma Sheepdog or Kangal Dog or Great Pyrenees?
Large Giant Giant
Weight
Which is heavier, Maremma Sheepdog or Kangal Dog or Kangal Dog? Maremma Sheepdog vs Kangal Dog vs Great Pyrenees weight comparison:
Male: 80 - 95 pounds (36 - 43 kg), Female: 70 - 85 pounds (32 - 38 kg) Male: 110-145 pounds (50-66 kg), Female: 90-120 pounds (41-54 kg) Male: from 100 pounds (45 kg), Female: from 85 pounds (38 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 85 pounds (38.5 kg), Female: 70 pounds (31.5 kg) Male: 127.5 pounds (58 kg), Female: 105 pounds (47.5 kg) Male: from 100 pounds (45 kg), Female: from 85 pounds (38 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Maremma Sheepdog or Kangal Dog or Great Pyrenees? Maremma Sheepdog vs Kangal Dog vs Great Pyrenees height comparison:
24-29 inches (60-73 cm) Male: 30-32 inches (77-86 cm), Female: 28-30 inches (72-77 cm) Male: 27-32 inches (69-81 cm), Female: 25-29 inches (63-74 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
26.5 inches (66.5 cm) Male: 31 inches (81.5 cm), Female: 29 inches (74.5 cm) Male: 29.5 inches (75 cm), Female: 27 inches (68.5 cm)

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

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

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

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Maremma Sheepdog vs Kangal Dog vs Great Pyrenees 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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Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Trainability
Maremma Sheepdog vs Kangal Dog vs Great Pyrenees trainability comparison.
Maremma Sheepdog dogs are quite easy to train.
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Kangal Dog dogs are quite easy to train.
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Great Pyrenees dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Maremma Sheepdog or Kangal Dog or Great Pyrenees?
Maremma Sheepdog dogs are good watchdogs.
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Kangal Dog dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Great Pyrenees dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Maremma Sheepdog or Kangal Dog or Great Pyrenees? 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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Kangal Dog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Great Pyrenees dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Maremma Sheepdog vs Kangal Dog vs Great Pyrenees Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Maremma Sheepdog or Kangal Dog or Great Pyrenees? Maremma Sheepdog vs Kangal Dog vs Great Pyrenees behavior/temperament comparison:
Dignified
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Loyal
Determined
Independent
Protective
Alert
Sensitive
Selfish
Calm
Controlled
Confident
Affectionate
Patient
Gentle
Strong
Willed
Fearless
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 Kangal Dog vs Great Pyrenees?
High: Maremma Sheepdog dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Kangal Dog 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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Social Needs
Maremma Sheepdog vs Kangal Dog vs Great Pyrenees social needs comparison:
Maremma Sheepdog dogs are a social breed.
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Kangal Dog dogs are known to be antisocial.
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Great Pyrenees 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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Kangal Dog dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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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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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Their prey drive is low.
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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.
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Great Pyrenees dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Maremma Sheepdog vs Kangal Dog vs Great Pyrenees Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Maremma Sheepdog vs Kangal Dog vs Great Pyrenees playfulness comparison:
Average: Maremma Sheepdogs, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Average: Kangal Dogs, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Great Pyreneess are not the most playful dog breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Maremma Sheepdog vs Kangal Dog vs Great Pyrenees?
Low to Average: The Maremma Sheepdog rarely barks.
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Low to Average: The Kangal Dog rarely barks.
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Average to High: The Great Pyrenees is a vocal breed.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Maremma Sheepdog or Kangal Dog or Great Pyrenees?
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.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Kangal Dog breed.
It is not recommended to keep the Great Pyrenees breed in the home.

Maremma Sheepdog vs Kangal Dog vs Great Pyrenees 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.
Average: Kangal Dog dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Great Pyrenees dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Maremma Sheepdog or Kangal Dog or Great Pyrenees?
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.
Kangal Dog dogs love being alone, they need their own free time.
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.

Maremma Sheepdog vs Kangal Dog vs Great Pyrenees Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Maremma Sheepdog or Kangal Dog or Great Pyrenees?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Maremma Sheepdog bite force: Ordinary.

Above 400 PSI 🔼

Kangal Dog bite force: The Strongest.

Above 400 PSI 🔼

Great Pyrenees bite force: The Strongest.
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 Kangal Dog has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

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

Health Issues
Maremma Sheepdog vs Kangal Dog vs Great Pyrenees health comparison. Which is the healthier: Maremma Sheepdog vs Kangal Dog vs Great Pyrenees?
The Maremma Sheepdog is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The Kangal Dog 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: Maremma Sheepdog vs Kangal Dog vs Great Pyrenees? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Maremma Sheepdog vs Kangal Dog vs Great Pyrenees health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Bloat
Vaccination Sensitivity
Drug Sensitivity
Obesity
Fatty Tumors Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Patellar Luxation
Bloat
Entropion
Drug Sensitivity
Elbow Dysplasia
Addison's Disease
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.
Average
The Kangal Dog 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
Maremma Sheepdog vs Kangal Dog vs Great Pyrenees lifespan comparison. How long do Maremma Sheepdog, Kangal Dog and Great Pyrenees breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
11-13 years
The average lifespan of Maremma Sheepdog: 12 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Kangal Dog: 13 years
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Great Pyrenees: 11 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Maremma Sheepdog vs Kangal Dog vs Great Pyrenees?
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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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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Maremma Sheepdog vs Kangal Dog vs Great Pyrenees Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Maremma Sheepdog or Kangal Dog or Great Pyrenees? Maremma Sheepdog vs Kangal Dog vs Great Pyrenees 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.
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.
Great Pyrenees dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Maremma Sheepdog vs Kangal Dog vs Great Pyrenees exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Maremma Sheepdog or Kangal Dog or Great Pyrenees? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Maremma Sheepdog dogs have an average exercise need.
Kangal Dog dogs have an average exercise need.
Great Pyrenees dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Maremma Sheepdog or Kangal Dog or Great Pyrenees?
Maremma Sheepdog dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
Kangal Dog 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.

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

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Maremma Sheepdog or Kangal Dog or Great Pyrenees?
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 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? Maremma Sheepdog vs Kangal Dog vs Great Pyrenees 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 Kangal Dog's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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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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Maremma Sheepdog vs Kangal Dog vs Great Pyrenees Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Maremma Sheepdog vs Kangal Dog vs Great Pyrenees coat comparison:
Rough
Thick
Double
Dense
Double
Dense
Double
Colors
What are the original Maremma Sheepdog, Kangal Dog and Great Pyrenees color?
White
Yellow
Black
Gray
Cream
White
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Maremma Sheepdog or Kangal Dog or Great Pyrenees? Maremma Sheepdog vs Kangal Dog vs Great Pyrenees grooming comparison:
Average: The Maremma Sheepdog requires average grooming effort.
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Average: The Kangal Dog requires average grooming effort.
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Average: The Great Pyrenees requires average grooming effort.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Maremma Sheepdog or Kangal Dog or Great Pyrenees? Maremma Sheepdog or Kangal Dog or {name3 shedding:
Maremma Sheepdog dogs shed moderately.
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Kangal Dog dogs are heavy shedders.
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Great Pyrenees dogs shed above average.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Maremma Sheepdog or Kangal Dog or Great Pyrenees?
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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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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Hypoallergenic
Maremma Sheepdog vs Kangal Dog vs Great Pyrenees 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 Kangal Dog vs Great Pyrenees?

Medium

The Maremma Sheepdog has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Kangal Dog 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?
The Maremma Sheepdog is an average drooler.
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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.
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The Great Pyrenees is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency.
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Maremma Sheepdog vs Kangal Dog vs Great Pyrenees Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Maremma Sheepdog dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Kangal Dog dogs are generally with other pets.
Great Pyrenees dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Maremma Sheepdog or Kangal Dog or Great Pyrenees? Which dog is more friendly?
Maremma Sheepdog dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Kangal Dog dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Great Pyrenees dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Maremma Sheepdog or Kangal Dog or Great Pyrenees?
Maremma Sheepdog dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kangal Dog dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Great Pyrenees dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Maremma Sheepdog or Kangal Dog or Great Pyrenees?
Maremma Sheepdog dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Kangal Dog dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Great Pyrenees dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Maremma Sheepdog or Kangal Dog or Great Pyrenees?
Maremma Sheepdog dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Kangal Dog dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Great Pyrenees dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Maremma Sheepdog vs Kangal Dog vs Great Pyrenees?
Yes
Maremma Sheepdog 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.
Yes
Great Pyrenees 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
Kangal Dog is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Great Pyrenees 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.
Kangal Dogs are usually recommended for elderly people.
Great Pyreneess are usually recommended for elderly people.

Maremma Sheepdog vs Kangal Dog vs Great Pyrenees 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 Kangal Dog or Great Pyrenees? 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 Kangal Dog vs Great Pyrenees?

Not really

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

Kangal Dog 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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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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Yes

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.

Yes

In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Maremma Sheepdog vs Kangal Dog vs Great Pyrenees 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 Kangal Dog and Great Pyrenees have?
5-9 puppies 5-10 puppies 6-9 puppies

Maremma Sheepdog vs Kangal Dog vs Great Pyrenees Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. 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?
Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section. 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?
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
America's Pet Registry
Dog Registry of America Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Continental Kennel Club
National 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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