Pyrenean Shepherd vs Whippet Comparison – Which dog is better Petit Berger or Snap Dog?

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Name	Pyrenean Shepherd	Whippet
Origins	France	England
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Group	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Hunting Dogs
Popularity Rank	180	61
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Petit Berger Pyr Shep Pyrenees Sheepdog Berger Des Pyrénées	Snap Dog English Whippet
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Pyrenean Shepherd vs Whippet breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred

Pyrenean Shepherd vs Whippet Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which dog is bigger, Pyrenean Shepherd or Whippet? Is the Pyrenean Shepherd bigger than the Whippet breed? Is a Pyrenean Shepherd smaller than a Whippet?	Medium	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Pyrenean Shepherd or Whippet? Pyrenean Shepherd vs Whippet weight comparison:	15–32 pounds (7–15 kg)	25 - 45 pounds (11 - 21 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	15–32 pounds (7–15 kg)	25 - 45 pounds (11 - 21 kg)
Height Which is taller, Pyrenean Shepherd or Whippet? Is a Pyrenean Shepherd taller than a Whippet?	15.5-18.5 inches (39-47 cm)	Male: 18.5-20 inches (46-51 cm), Female: 17.5-19 inches (44-48 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	15.5-18.5 inches (43 cm)	Male: 19 inches (48.5 cm), Female: 18 inches (45.5 cm)

Pyrenean Shepherd vs Whippet Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Pyrenean Shepherd or Whippet? Which is more expensive? What is the difference in price between Pyrenean Shepherd and Whippet?	$500-$800	$800-$1200
Availability Which is easier to get, Pyrenean Shepherd or Whippet?	Frequent: The Pyrenean Shepherd is easier than average to get.	Very frequent: The Whippet is quite easy to get.

Pyrenean Shepherd vs Whippet Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which dog has more intelligence? Is a Pyrenean Shepherd or Whippet smarter? Which is best? Pyrenean Shepherd vs Whippet intelligence:	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.
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Trainability Pyrenean Shepherd vs Whippet trainability comparison. What's the difference between Pyrenean Shepherd vs Whippet?	Pyrenean Shepherd dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Whippet dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Pyrenean Shepherd or Whippet?	Pyrenean Shepherd dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Whippet dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Pyrenean Shepherd or Whippet? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Pyrenean Shepherd dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Whippet dogs can't provide protection for their territory. See more.
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Pyrenean Shepherd vs Whippet Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Pyrenean Shepherd or Whippet? Pyrenean Shepherd vs Whippet behavior/temperament comparison:	Energetic Trainable Watchful Clever Dedicated Bossy	Intelligent Friendly Affectionate Lively Gentle Outright Companionable Adaptable Quiet
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Pyrenean Shepherd vs Whippet?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Sensitive: Whippet dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Pyrenean Shepherd vs Whippet?	High: Pyrenean Shepherd dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average: Whippet dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.
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Social Needs Pyrenean Shepherd vs Whippet social needs comparison:	Pyrenean Shepherd dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Whippet dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between Pyrenean Shepherd vs Whippet?	Pyrenean Shepherd dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Whippet is strong enough to escape from home. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between Pyrenean Shepherd vs Whippet? Which can be better for hunting?	Pyrenean Shepherd dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Whippet dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Pyrenean Shepherd vs Whippet Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Pyrenean Shepherd vs Whippet playfulness comparison:	The Pyrenean Shepherd is a playful breed. See more.	Average: Whippets, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Pyrenean Shepherd vs Whippet?	A lot: Pyrenean Shepherd is a particularly loud breed. See more.	Low: The Whippet barks none to minimal. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Pyrenean Shepherd or Whippet?	Apartment-friendly dog the Pyrenean Shepherd breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Whippet breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Pyrenean Shepherd vs Whippet Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Pyrenean Shepherd dogs don't adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Whippet dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Pyrenean Shepherd or Whippet?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Pyrenean Shepherd vs Whippet Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Pyrenean Shepherd or Whippet?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Pyrenean Shepherd bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Whippet bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Is a Pyrenean Shepherd more dangerous than a Whippet?	Low 🔽 The Pyrenean Shepherd has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Whippet has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Pyrenean Shepherd vs Whippet mouthiness comparison:	Pyrenean Shepherd dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Whippet dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Pyrenean Shepherd vs Whippet Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Pyrenean Shepherd vs Whippet health comparison. Which is the healthier: Pyrenean Shepherd vs Whippet?	Pyrenean Shepherds tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	The Whippet is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Pyrenean Shepherd vs Whippet? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Pyrenean Shepherd vs Whippet health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Patent Ductus Arteriosis Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy	Heart Murmurs Hypothyroidism Von Willebrand's Disease Heart Problems Deafness Vaccination Sensitivity Drug Sensitivity Arthritis Kidney Issues Addison's Disease
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Pyrenean Shepherd vs Whippet?	Frequent The Pyrenean Shepherd should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Average The Whippet should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy Pyrenean Shepherd vs Whippet lifespan comparison. How long do Pyrenean Shepherd and Whippet breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy? What is the age limit of the Pyrenean Shepherd and Whippet?	15-17 years The average lifespan of Pyrenean Shepherd: 16 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Whippet: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Pyrenean Shepherd vs Whippet?	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Pyrenean Shepherd can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. See more.

Pyrenean Shepherd vs Whippet Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Pyrenean Shepherd or Whippet? Pyrenean Shepherd vs Whippet energy level comparison:	Pyrenean Shepherd dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Whippet dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Pyrenean Shepherd vs Whippet exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Pyrenean Shepherd or Whippet? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Pyrenean Shepherd dogs need a lot of exercises.	Whippet dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Pyrenean Shepherd or Whippet?	Pyrenean Shepherd dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Whippet dogs don't need too much sleep.
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Pyrenean Shepherd vs Whippet Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Pyrenean Shepherd or Whippet? Does the Pyrenean Shepherd breed eat more than the Whippet breed?	1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
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Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Pyrenean Shepherd vs Whippet weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Pyrenean Shepherd has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Low: The Whippet has good luck with genetics. See more.
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Pyrenean Shepherd vs Whippet Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Pyrenean Shepherd vs Whippet coat comparison:	Rough Smooth	Fine Short Close in texture
Colors What are the original Pyrenean Shepherd and Whippet color? Pyrenean Shepherd vs Whippet color comparison:	Black Gray White Fawn Brindle	Black Red Blue Cream White Fawn
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Pyrenean Shepherd or Whippet? Pyrenean Shepherd vs Whippet grooming comparison:	Average: The Pyrenean Shepherd requires average grooming effort. See more.	Effortless: The Whippet requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Pyrenean Shepherd or Whippet? Do Pyrenean Shepherd dogs shed more than Whippet dogs?	Pyrenean Shepherd dogs shed moderately. See more.	Whippet dogs are low shedders. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Pyrenean Shepherd or Whippet?	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.
Hypoallergenic Pyrenean Shepherd vs Whippet hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	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 Shepherd or Whippet?	Medium ⏺ The Pyrenean Shepherd has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Whippet has a low chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least? What's the difference between Pyrenean Shepherd vs Whippet?	The Pyrenean Shepherd is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Whippet is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Pyrenean Shepherd vs Whippet Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Pyrenean Shepherd dogs are generally with other pets.	Whippet dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Pyrenean Shepherd or Whippet? Which dog is more friendly?	Pyrenean Shepherd dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Whippet dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Pyrenean Shepherd or Whippet?	Pyrenean Shepherd dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Whippet dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Pyrenean Shepherd or Whippet?	Pyrenean Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Whippet dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
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Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Pyrenean Shepherd or Whippet? Can a Pyrenean Shepherd and a Whippet be friends? Do Pyrenean Shepherd dogs get along with Whippet dogs?	Pyrenean Shepherd dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Whippet dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: Pyrenean Shepherd vs Whippet?	No Pyrenean Shepherd dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.	Yes Whippet dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Pyrenean Shepherd is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Whippet is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Pyrenean Shepherds are usually recommended for elderly people.	Whippets are usually recommended for elderly people.

Pyrenean Shepherd vs Whippet 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.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Pyrenean Shepherd or Whippet? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
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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.
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.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Pyrenean Shepherd vs Whippet?	Not really Pyrenean Shepherd breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Whippet 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?	Not really 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.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Pyrenean Shepherd vs Whippet Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	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.
Litter Size How many puppies can Pyrenean Shepherd and Whippet have? Pyrenean Shepherd vs Whippet litter size comparison:	4 puppies	4-8 puppies
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Pyrenean Shepherd vs Whippet Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2009 as a Herding breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1888 as a Hound 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 Sighthounds group, in the Short-haired Sighthounds section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	American Kennel Club Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain Continental Kennel Club United Kennel Club	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale 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 Canadian Canine Registry

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