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Name	Pyrenean Mastiff	St. Bernard	Alpine Mastiff
Origins	Spain	Switzerland Italy	Switzerland
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Group	Guard Dogs	Working Dogs	Extinct
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Mastin d'Aragon Mastín del Pirineo Mostín d'o Pireneu Perro Mastin del Pireneo	Alpine Mastiff Bernhardiner St. Barnhardshund St. Bernard Saint	Alpine Molosser
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Pyrenean Mastiff vs St. Bernard vs Alpine Mastiff breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Pyrenean Mastiff vs St. Bernard vs Alpine Mastiff Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Pyrenean Mastiff or St. Bernard or Alpine Mastiff? Which is the smallest dog, Pyrenean Mastiff or St. Bernard or Alpine Mastiff?	Giant	Giant	Giant
Weight Which is heavier, Pyrenean Mastiff or St. Bernard or St. Bernard? Pyrenean Mastiff vs St. Bernard vs Alpine Mastiff weight comparison:	Male: 178-200 pounds (81-90 kg), Female: 200-220 pounds (90-100 kg)	110-200 pounds (50-91 kg)	340-350 pounds (154-160 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 190 pounds (85 kg), Female: 210 pounds (95 kg)	155 pounds (70.5 kg)	345 pounds (157 kg)
Height Which is taller, Pyrenean Mastiff or St. Bernard or Alpine Mastiff? Pyrenean Mastiff vs St. Bernard vs Alpine Mastiff height comparison:	Male: 29.5-31 inches (75-80 cm), Female: 26-28.5 inches (68-73 cm)	25.5-27.5 inches (61-70 cm)	35-40 inches (89-101 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 30 inches (77 cm), Female: 28 inches (71 cm)	25.5-27.5 inches (65.5 cm)	37.5 inches (95 cm)

Pyrenean Mastiff vs St. Bernard vs Alpine Mastiff Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Pyrenean Mastiff or St. Bernard or Alpine Mastiff? Which is more expensive?	$900-$1000	$1500-$1800	Unavailable
Availability Which is easier to get, Pyrenean Mastiff or St. Bernard or Alpine Mastiff?	Average: The Pyrenean Mastiff is a commonly available dog breed.	Very frequent: The St.	Unavailable: This dog breed, unfortunately, is no longer available, it may even be extinct.

Pyrenean Mastiff vs St. Bernard vs Alpine Mastiff Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Pyrenean Mastiff vs St. Bernard vs Alpine Mastiff intelligence:	Very smart: Pyrenean Mastiff is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.
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Trainability Pyrenean Mastiff vs St. Bernard vs Alpine Mastiff trainability comparison.	Pyrenean Mastiff dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	A slightly harder to train than average. See more.	Alpine Mastiff dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Pyrenean Mastiff or St. Bernard or Alpine Mastiff?	Pyrenean Mastiff dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	St. See more.	Alpine Mastiff dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Pyrenean Mastiff or St. Bernard or Alpine Mastiff? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Pyrenean Mastiff dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	St. See more.	Alpine Mastiff dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
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Pyrenean Mastiff vs St. Bernard vs Alpine Mastiff Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Pyrenean Mastiff or St. Bernard or Alpine Mastiff? Pyrenean Mastiff vs St. Bernard vs Alpine Mastiff behavior/temperament comparison:	Protective Docile Gentle Brave Noble	Independent Happy Friendly Gentle Going Social Quiet	Friendly
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Sensitive: Pyrenean Mastiff dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	Sensitive: St. 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: Pyrenean Mastiff vs St. Bernard vs Alpine Mastiff?	High: Pyrenean Mastiff dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: St. See more.	Average to High: Alpine Mastiff dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
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Social Needs Pyrenean Mastiff vs St. Bernard vs Alpine Mastiff social needs comparison:	Pyrenean Mastiff dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	St. See more.	Alpine Mastiff dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Pyrenean Mastiff dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	St. See more.	Alpine Mastiff dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Pyrenean Mastiff 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.	Their prey drive is low. See more.	Alpine Mastiff dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Pyrenean Mastiff vs St. Bernard vs Alpine Mastiff Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Pyrenean Mastiff vs St. Bernard vs Alpine Mastiff playfulness comparison:	The Pyrenean Mastiff is a highly playful breed. See more.	St. See more.	Alpine Mastiffs are not the most playful dog breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Pyrenean Mastiff vs St. Bernard vs Alpine Mastiff?	Low to Average: The Pyrenean Mastiff rarely barks. See more.	Low: The St. See more.	Average: The Alpine Mastiff barks occasionally. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Pyrenean Mastiff or St. Bernard or Alpine Mastiff?	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Pyrenean Mastiff breed.	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 St.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Alpine Mastiff breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Pyrenean Mastiff vs St. Bernard vs Alpine Mastiff Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Average: Pyrenean Mastiff dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	St.	Alpine Mastiff dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Pyrenean Mastiff or St. Bernard or Alpine Mastiff?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	St.	Alpine Mastiff dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Pyrenean Mastiff vs St. Bernard vs Alpine Mastiff Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Pyrenean Mastiff or St. Bernard or Alpine Mastiff?	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Pyrenean Mastiff bite force: The Strongest.	Above 400 PSI 🔼 St.	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Alpine Mastiff 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 Pyrenean Mastiff has a low chance of biting somebody.	Moderate ⏺ The St.	Low 🔽 The Alpine Mastiff has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Pyrenean Mastiff vs St. Bernard vs Alpine Mastiff mouthiness comparison:	Pyrenean Mastiff dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	St. See more.	Alpine Mastiff dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Pyrenean Mastiff vs St. Bernard vs Alpine Mastiff Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Pyrenean Mastiff vs St. Bernard vs Alpine Mastiff health comparison. Which is the healthier: Pyrenean Mastiff vs St. Bernard vs Alpine Mastiff?	Very healthy dog breed.	Very healthy dog breed.	Alpine Mastiffs are commonly healthy dogs.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Pyrenean Mastiff vs St. Bernard vs Alpine Mastiff? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Pyrenean Mastiff vs St. Bernard vs Alpine Mastiff health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Bloat Entropion Ectropion Elbow Dysplasia Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Allergies Bloat Epilepsy Entropion Elbow Dysplasia Dilated Cardiomyopathy	No data available
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Rare The Pyrenean Mastiff should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Rare The St.	Rare The Alpine Mastiff should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
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Life Expectancy Pyrenean Mastiff vs St. Bernard vs Alpine Mastiff lifespan comparison. How long do Pyrenean Mastiff, St. Bernard and Alpine Mastiff breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	8-12 years The average lifespan of Pyrenean Mastiff: 10 years	8-10 years The average lifespan of St.	10-12 years The average lifespan of Alpine Mastiff: 11 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Pyrenean Mastiff vs St. Bernard vs Alpine Mastiff?	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Pyrenean Mastiff can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even 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.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Alpine Mastiff can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Pyrenean Mastiff vs St. Bernard vs Alpine Mastiff Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Pyrenean Mastiff or St. Bernard or Alpine Mastiff? Pyrenean Mastiff vs St. Bernard vs Alpine Mastiff energy level comparison:	Pyrenean Mastiff dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	St.	Alpine Mastiff 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 Pyrenean Mastiff vs St. Bernard vs Alpine Mastiff exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Pyrenean Mastiff or St. Bernard or Alpine Mastiff? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Pyrenean Mastiff dogs exercise need is minimal.	St.	Alpine Mastiff dogs exercise need is minimal.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Pyrenean Mastiff or St. Bernard or Alpine Mastiff?	Pyrenean Mastiff dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	St.	Alpine Mastiff dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Pyrenean Mastiff vs St. Bernard vs Alpine Mastiff Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Pyrenean Mastiff or St. Bernard or Alpine Mastiff?	8 to 10 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals	6 to 8 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	15 to 16 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? Pyrenean Mastiff vs St. Bernard vs Alpine Mastiff weight gain potential comparison:	High: The Pyrenean Mastiff breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the St. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Alpine Mastiff's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
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Pyrenean Mastiff vs St. Bernard vs Alpine Mastiff Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Pyrenean Mastiff vs St. Bernard vs Alpine Mastiff coat comparison:	Dense	Dense Rough Smooth	Rough
Colors What are the original Pyrenean Mastiff, St. Bernard and Alpine Mastiff color?	Black White Brown Spotted Grey	Black Red White Brown Brindle Tricolor	Brindle Brown
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Pyrenean Mastiff or St. Bernard or Alpine Mastiff? Pyrenean Mastiff vs St. Bernard vs Alpine Mastiff grooming comparison:	Advanced: The Pyrenean Mastiff requires a lot of grooming. See more.	Average: The St. See more.	Easy to groom: The Alpine Mastiff doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Pyrenean Mastiff or St. Bernard or Alpine Mastiff? Pyrenean Mastiff or St. Bernard or {name3 shedding:	Pyrenean Mastiff dogs are heavy shedders. See more.	St. See more.	Alpine Mastiff dogs shed above average. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Pyrenean Mastiff or St. Bernard or Alpine Mastiff?	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.
Hypoallergenic Pyrenean Mastiff vs St. Bernard vs Alpine Mastiff hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
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Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Pyrenean Mastiff vs St. Bernard vs Alpine Mastiff?	High 🔼 The Pyrenean Mastiff has a high chance of bad smell.	High 🔼 The St.	High 🔼 The Alpine Mastiff has a high chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Pyrenean Mastiff is a big drooler, so if you're disgusted by slobber spots on your clothes, you should choose a dog from another breed. See more.	The St. See more.	The Alpine Mastiff is a big drooler, so if you're disgusted by slobber spots on your clothes, you should choose a dog from another breed. See more.

Pyrenean Mastiff vs St. Bernard vs Alpine Mastiff Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Pyrenean Mastiff dogs are generally with other pets.	St.	Alpine Mastiff dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Pyrenean Mastiff or St. Bernard or Alpine Mastiff? Which dog is more friendly?	Pyrenean Mastiff dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	St.	Alpine Mastiff dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Pyrenean Mastiff or St. Bernard or Alpine Mastiff?	Pyrenean Mastiff dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	St.	Alpine Mastiff dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Pyrenean Mastiff or St. Bernard or Alpine Mastiff?	Pyrenean Mastiff dogs are average friendly towards cats.	St.	Alpine Mastiff dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Pyrenean Mastiff or St. Bernard or Alpine Mastiff?	Pyrenean Mastiff dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	St.	Alpine Mastiff dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Pyrenean Mastiff vs St. Bernard vs Alpine Mastiff?	Yes Pyrenean Mastiff dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	No St.	Yes Alpine Mastiff dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Pyrenean Mastiff is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No St.	No Alpine Mastiff is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Pyrenean Mastiffs are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	St.	Alpine Mastiffs are usually recommended for elderly people.

Pyrenean Mastiff vs St. Bernard vs Alpine Mastiff 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: Pyrenean Mastiff or St. Bernard or Alpine Mastiff? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
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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.	Yes This breed would make an excellent 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: Pyrenean Mastiff vs St. Bernard vs Alpine Mastiff?	Not really Pyrenean Mastiff breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really St. See more.	Not really Alpine Mastiff 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.	Not really 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.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Pyrenean Mastiff vs St. Bernard vs Alpine Mastiff 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 Pyrenean Mastiff and St. Bernard and Alpine Mastiff have?	1-10 puppies, average 5	6-8 puppies	5-12 puppies
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Pyrenean Mastiff vs St. Bernard vs Alpine Mastiff 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 1885 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.	Not recognized by FCI.	Not recognized by FCI.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	Dog Registry of America Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Foundation Stock Service	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	No data available

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