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Rottweiler vs Great Pyrenees vs Pyrenean Mastiff Comparison - Dog breed selector: Rott or Chien De Montagne Des Pyrénées or Mastin d'Aragon? Find the right dog for you

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Name Rottweiler Great Pyrenees Pyrenean Mastiff
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Rott
Rottie
Chien De Montagne Des Pyrénées
Chien Des Pyrénées
Gos De Muntanya Dels Pirineus
Montañés Del Pirineo
Patou
Great Pyrenees
Mastin d'Aragon
Mastín del Pirineo
Mostín d'o Pireneu
Perro Mastin del Pireneo
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Rottweiler vs Great Pyrenees vs Pyrenean Mastiff breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Rottweiler vs Great Pyrenees vs Pyrenean Mastiff Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Rottweiler or Great Pyrenees or Pyrenean Mastiff? Which is the smallest dog, Rottweiler or Great Pyrenees or Pyrenean Mastiff?
Large
Giant
Giant Giant
Weight
Which is heavier, Rottweiler or Great Pyrenees or Great Pyrenees? Rottweiler vs Great Pyrenees vs Pyrenean Mastiff weight comparison:
Male: 95-130 pounds (43-59 kg), Female: 85-115 pounds (38-52 kg) Male: from 100 pounds (45 kg), Female: from 85 pounds (38 kg) Male: 178-200 pounds (81-90 kg), Female: 200-220 pounds (90-100 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 112.5 pounds (51 kg), Female: 100 pounds (45 kg) Male: from 100 pounds (45 kg), Female: from 85 pounds (38 kg) Male: 190 pounds (85 kg), Female: 210 pounds (95 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Rottweiler or Great Pyrenees or Pyrenean Mastiff? Rottweiler vs Great Pyrenees vs Pyrenean Mastiff height comparison:
Male: 24-27 inches (61-69 cm), Female: 22-25 inches (56-63 cm) Male: 27-32 inches (69-81 cm), Female: 25-29 inches (63-74 cm) Male: 29.5-31 inches (75-80 cm), Female: 26-28.5 inches (68-73 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 25.5 inches (65 cm), Female: 23.5 inches (59.5 cm) Male: 29.5 inches (75 cm), Female: 27 inches (68.5 cm) Male: 30 inches (77 cm), Female: 28 inches (71 cm)

Rottweiler vs Great Pyrenees vs Pyrenean Mastiff Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Rottweiler or Great Pyrenees or Pyrenean Mastiff? Which is more expensive?
$1200-$2000 $500-$600 $900-$1000
Availability
Which is easier to get, Rottweiler or Great Pyrenees or Pyrenean Mastiff?
Very frequent: The Rottweiler is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Great Pyrenees is quite easy to get.
Average: The Pyrenean Mastiff is a commonly available dog breed.

Rottweiler vs Great Pyrenees vs Pyrenean Mastiff Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Rottweiler vs Great Pyrenees vs Pyrenean Mastiff intelligence:
Outstanding: Rottweiler is one of the brightest dog breeds.
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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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Very smart: Pyrenean Mastiff is an excellent dog breed.
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Trainability
Rottweiler vs Great Pyrenees vs Pyrenean Mastiff trainability comparison.
Rottweiler dogs are easy to train.
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Great Pyrenees dogs are easy to train.
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Pyrenean Mastiff dogs are quite easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Rottweiler or Great Pyrenees or Pyrenean Mastiff?
Rottweiler dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Great Pyrenees dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Pyrenean Mastiff dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Rottweiler or Great Pyrenees or Pyrenean Mastiff? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Rottweiler dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Great Pyrenees dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Pyrenean Mastiff dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Rottweiler vs Great Pyrenees vs Pyrenean Mastiff Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Rottweiler or Great Pyrenees or Pyrenean Mastiff? Rottweiler vs Great Pyrenees vs Pyrenean Mastiff behavior/temperament comparison:
Independent
Protective
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Loyal
Fearless
Good-natured
Confident
Affectionate
Patient
Gentle
Strong
Willed
Fearless
Protective
Docile
Gentle
Brave
Noble
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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Sensitive: Pyrenean Mastiff dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Rottweiler vs Great Pyrenees vs Pyrenean Mastiff?
Average: Rottweiler dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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Average: Great Pyrenees dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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High: Pyrenean Mastiff dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Rottweiler vs Great Pyrenees vs Pyrenean Mastiff social needs comparison:
Rottweiler dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Great Pyrenees dogs are a social breed.
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Pyrenean Mastiff dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Rottweiler dogs tend to escape less than other breeds.
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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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Pyrenean Mastiff dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Rottweiler dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Great Pyrenees dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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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.
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Rottweiler vs Great Pyrenees vs Pyrenean Mastiff Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Rottweiler vs Great Pyrenees vs Pyrenean Mastiff playfulness comparison:
Average: Rottweilers, 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 Pyrenean Mastiff is a highly playful breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Rottweiler vs Great Pyrenees vs Pyrenean Mastiff?
Low: The Rottweiler barks none to minimal.
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Average to High: The Great Pyrenees is a vocal breed.
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Low to Average: The Pyrenean Mastiff rarely barks.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Rottweiler or Great Pyrenees or Pyrenean Mastiff?
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 Rottweiler indoors.
It is not recommended to keep the Great Pyrenees breed in the home.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Pyrenean Mastiff breed.

Rottweiler vs Great Pyrenees vs Pyrenean Mastiff Adaptability and Independence Comparison

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

Rottweiler vs Great Pyrenees vs Pyrenean Mastiff Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Rottweiler or Great Pyrenees or Pyrenean Mastiff?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Rottweiler bite force: Ordinary.

Above 400 PSI 🔼

Great Pyrenees bite force: The Strongest.

Above 400 PSI 🔼

Pyrenean Mastiff bite force: The Strongest.
Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:

High 🔼

The Rottweiler has a high chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Great Pyrenees has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Pyrenean Mastiff has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Rottweiler vs Great Pyrenees vs Pyrenean Mastiff mouthiness comparison:
Rottweiler 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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Pyrenean Mastiff dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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Rottweiler vs Great Pyrenees vs Pyrenean Mastiff Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Rottweiler vs Great Pyrenees vs Pyrenean Mastiff health comparison. Which is the healthier: Rottweiler vs Great Pyrenees vs Pyrenean Mastiff?
The Rottweiler is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Great Pyreneess are commonly healthy dogs.
Very healthy dog breed.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Rottweiler vs Great Pyrenees vs Pyrenean Mastiff? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Rottweiler vs Great Pyrenees vs Pyrenean Mastiff health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Hypothyroidism
Bloat
Elbow Dysplasia
Panosteitis
Aortic Stenosis
Osteosarcoma
Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Patellar Luxation
Bloat
Entropion
Drug Sensitivity
Elbow Dysplasia
Addison's Disease
Hip Dysplasia
Bloat
Entropion
Ectropion
Elbow Dysplasia
Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Average
The Rottweiler 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).
Rare
The Pyrenean Mastiff should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Life Expectancy
Rottweiler vs Great Pyrenees vs Pyrenean Mastiff lifespan comparison. How long do Rottweiler, Great Pyrenees and Pyrenean Mastiff breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
8-12 years
The average lifespan of Rottweiler: 10 years
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Great Pyrenees: 11 years
8-12 years
The average lifespan of Pyrenean Mastiff: 10 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Rottweiler vs Great Pyrenees vs Pyrenean Mastiff?
Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
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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 Pyrenean Mastiff can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Rottweiler vs Great Pyrenees vs Pyrenean Mastiff Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Rottweiler or Great Pyrenees or Pyrenean Mastiff? Rottweiler vs Great Pyrenees vs Pyrenean Mastiff energy level comparison:
Rottweiler dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Great Pyrenees dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Pyrenean Mastiff dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Rottweiler vs Great Pyrenees vs Pyrenean Mastiff exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Rottweiler or Great Pyrenees or Pyrenean Mastiff? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Rottweiler dogs have an average exercise need.
Great Pyrenees dogs have an average exercise need.
Pyrenean Mastiff dogs exercise need is minimal.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Rottweiler or Great Pyrenees or Pyrenean Mastiff?
Rottweiler dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Great Pyrenees dogs don't need too much sleep.
Pyrenean Mastiff dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.

Rottweiler vs Great Pyrenees vs Pyrenean Mastiff Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Rottweiler or Great Pyrenees or Pyrenean Mastiff?
Recommended daily amount: 4 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 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? Rottweiler vs Great Pyrenees vs Pyrenean Mastiff weight gain potential comparison:
High: The Rottweiler 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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High: The Pyrenean Mastiff breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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Rottweiler vs Great Pyrenees vs Pyrenean Mastiff Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Rottweiler vs Great Pyrenees vs Pyrenean Mastiff coat comparison:
Dense Dense
Double
Dense
Colors
What are the original Rottweiler, Great Pyrenees and Pyrenean Mastiff color?
Black
Tan
Rust
Mahogany
White Black
White
Brown
Spotted
Grey
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Rottweiler or Great Pyrenees or Pyrenean Mastiff? Rottweiler vs Great Pyrenees vs Pyrenean Mastiff grooming comparison:
Effortless: The Rottweiler requires minimal grooming.
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Average: The Great Pyrenees requires average grooming effort.
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Advanced: The Pyrenean Mastiff requires a lot of grooming.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Rottweiler or Great Pyrenees or Pyrenean Mastiff? Rottweiler or Great Pyrenees or {name3 shedding:
Rottweiler dogs shed moderately.
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Great Pyrenees dogs shed above average.
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Pyrenean Mastiff dogs are heavy shedders.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Rottweiler or Great Pyrenees or Pyrenean Mastiff?
4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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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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4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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Hypoallergenic
Rottweiler vs Great Pyrenees vs Pyrenean Mastiff 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, Rottweiler vs Great Pyrenees vs Pyrenean Mastiff?

Medium

The Rottweiler has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Great Pyrenees has an average chance of bad smell.

High 🔼

The Pyrenean Mastiff has a high chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?
The Rottweiler 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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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.
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Rottweiler vs Great Pyrenees vs Pyrenean Mastiff Good With Comparison

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

Rottweiler vs Great Pyrenees vs Pyrenean Mastiff As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog
Which one could be a service dog?

Yes

This breed makes good 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: Rottweiler or Great Pyrenees or Pyrenean Mastiff? Which is better for autism?

Yes

This breed makes a perfect 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: Rottweiler vs Great Pyrenees vs Pyrenean Mastiff?

Not really

Rottweiler 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

Pyrenean Mastiff 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

Yes

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

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.

Rottweiler vs Great Pyrenees vs Pyrenean 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.
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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 Rottweiler and Great Pyrenees and Pyrenean Mastiff have?
8-12 puppies 6-9 puppies 1-10 puppies, average 5

Rottweiler vs Great Pyrenees vs Pyrenean Mastiff Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1931 as a Working breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1933 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. 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 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
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
Colonial Rottweiler Club
Deutscher Rottweiler Klub
International Rottweiler 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
Dog Registry of America Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
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