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Rottweiler vs Mastiff vs Bernese Mountain Dog Comparison - Dog breed selector: Rott or Old English Mastiff or Berner? Find the right dog for you

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Name Rottweiler Mastiff Bernese Mountain Dog
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Rott
Rottie
Old English Mastiff
English Mastiff
Berner
Bernese Cattle Dog
Berner Sennenhund
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Rottweiler vs Mastiff vs Bernese Mountain Dog breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Rottweiler vs Mastiff vs Bernese Mountain Dog Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Rottweiler or Mastiff or Bernese Mountain Dog? Which is the smallest dog, Rottweiler or Mastiff or Bernese Mountain Dog?
Large
Giant
Giant Large
Weight
Which is heavier, Rottweiler or Mastiff or Mastiff? Rottweiler vs Mastiff vs Bernese Mountain Dog weight comparison:
Male: 95-130 pounds (43-59 kg), Female: 85-115 pounds (38-52 kg) Male: 150-250 pounds (68-113 kg), Female: 120-180 pounds (54-82 kg) Male: 85-110 pounds (38–50 kg), Female: 80-105 pounds (36–48 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 112.5 pounds (51 kg), Female: 100 pounds (45 kg) Male: 200 pounds (90.5 kg), Female: 150 pounds (68 kg) Male: 97.5 pounds (38–50 kg), Female: 92.5 pounds (36–48 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Rottweiler or Mastiff or Bernese Mountain Dog? Rottweiler vs Mastiff vs Bernese Mountain Dog height comparison:
Male: 24-27 inches (61-69 cm), Female: 22-25 inches (56-63 cm) Male: 30 inches (76 cm), Female: 27.5 inches (70 cm) Male: 24-28 inches (61–71 cm), Female: 23-27 inches (58–69 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: 30 inches (76 cm), Female: 27.5 inches (70 cm) Male: 26 inches (61–71 cm), Female: 25 inches (58–69 cm)

Rottweiler vs Mastiff vs Bernese Mountain Dog Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Rottweiler or Mastiff or Bernese Mountain Dog? Which is more expensive?
$1200-$2000 $1200-$1500 $800-$1000
Availability
Which is easier to get, Rottweiler or Mastiff or Bernese Mountain Dog?
Very frequent: The Rottweiler is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Mastiff is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Bernese Mountain Dog is quite easy to get.

Rottweiler vs Mastiff vs Bernese Mountain Dog Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Rottweiler vs Mastiff vs Bernese Mountain Dog 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: Bernese Mountain Dog is an excellent dog breed.
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Trainability
Rottweiler vs Mastiff vs Bernese Mountain Dog trainability comparison.
Rottweiler dogs are easy to train.
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Mastiff dogs are quite easy to train.
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Bernese Mountain Dog dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Rottweiler or Mastiff or Bernese Mountain Dog?
Rottweiler dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Mastiff dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Bernese Mountain Dog dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Rottweiler or Mastiff or Bernese Mountain Dog? 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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Mastiff dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Bernese Mountain Dog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Rottweiler vs Mastiff vs Bernese Mountain Dog Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Rottweiler or Mastiff or Bernese Mountain Dog? Rottweiler vs Mastiff vs Bernese Mountain Dog behavior/temperament comparison:
Independent
Protective
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Loyal
Fearless
Good-natured
Protective
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Affectionate
Loyal
Cheerful
Intelligent
Affectionate
Loyal
Faithful
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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Mastiff dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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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: Rottweiler vs Mastiff vs Bernese Mountain Dog?
Average: Rottweiler dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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High: Mastiff dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Average: Bernese Mountain Dog dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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Social Needs
Rottweiler vs Mastiff vs Bernese Mountain Dog social needs comparison:
Rottweiler dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Mastiff dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Bernese Mountain Dog 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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Mastiff dogs are not the biggest explorers.
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Bernese Mountain Dog 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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Their prey drive is low.
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Bernese Mountain Dog dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Rottweiler vs Mastiff vs Bernese Mountain Dog Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Rottweiler vs Mastiff vs Bernese Mountain Dog playfulness comparison:
Average: Rottweilers, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Mastiffs are not the most playful dog breed.
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Average: Bernese Mountain Dogs, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Rottweiler vs Mastiff vs Bernese Mountain Dog?
Low: The Rottweiler barks none to minimal.
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Low: The Mastiff barks none to minimal.
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Average: The Bernese Mountain Dog barks occasionally.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Rottweiler or Mastiff or Bernese Mountain Dog?
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 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 Mastiff indoors.
It is not recommended to keep the Bernese Mountain Dog breed in the home.

Rottweiler vs Mastiff vs Bernese Mountain Dog 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.
Mastiff dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Average: Bernese Mountain Dog dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Rottweiler or Mastiff or Bernese Mountain Dog?
Rottweiler dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
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.

Rottweiler vs Mastiff vs Bernese Mountain Dog Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Rottweiler or Mastiff or Bernese Mountain Dog?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Rottweiler bite force: Ordinary.

Above 400 PSI 🔼

Mastiff bite force: The Strongest.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Bernese Mountain Dog bite force: Ordinary.
Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:

High 🔼

The Rottweiler has a high chance of biting somebody.

Moderate

The Mastiff has an average chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Bernese Mountain Dog has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Rottweiler vs Mastiff vs Bernese Mountain Dog mouthiness comparison:
Rottweiler dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Mastiff dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Bernese Mountain Dog dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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Rottweiler vs Mastiff vs Bernese Mountain Dog Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Rottweiler vs Mastiff vs Bernese Mountain Dog health comparison. Which is the healthier: Rottweiler vs Mastiff vs Bernese Mountain Dog?
The Rottweiler is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Mastiffs are commonly healthy dogs.
Very healthy dog breed.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Rottweiler vs Mastiff vs Bernese Mountain Dog? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Rottweiler vs Mastiff vs Bernese Mountain Dog health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Hypothyroidism
Bloat
Elbow Dysplasia
Panosteitis
Aortic Stenosis
Osteosarcoma
Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis
Hip Dysplasia
Cancer
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Bloat
Seizures
Cystinuria
Hip Dysplasia
Cancer
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Von Willebrand's Disease
Bloat
Elbow Dysplasia
Panosteitis
Portosystemic Liver Shunt
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 Mastiff should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Rare
The Bernese Mountain Dog should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Life Expectancy
Rottweiler vs Mastiff vs Bernese Mountain Dog lifespan comparison. How long do Rottweiler, Mastiff and Bernese Mountain Dog 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 Mastiff: 11 years
7-11 years
The average lifespan of Bernese Mountain Dog: 9 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Rottweiler vs Mastiff vs Bernese Mountain Dog?
Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
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Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Mastiff can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Prefers cold weather
The Bernese Mountain Dog can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog.
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Rottweiler vs Mastiff vs Bernese Mountain Dog Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Rottweiler or Mastiff or Bernese Mountain Dog? Rottweiler vs Mastiff vs Bernese Mountain Dog energy level comparison:
Rottweiler dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Mastiff dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.
Bernese Mountain Dog dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Rottweiler vs Mastiff vs Bernese Mountain Dog exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Rottweiler or Mastiff or Bernese Mountain Dog? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Rottweiler dogs have an average exercise need.
Mastiff dogs exercise need is minimal.
Bernese Mountain Dog dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Rottweiler or Mastiff or Bernese Mountain Dog?
Rottweiler dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Mastiff dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.
Bernese Mountain Dog dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.

Rottweiler vs Mastiff vs Bernese Mountain Dog Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Rottweiler or Mastiff or Bernese Mountain Dog?
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 6 to 8 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 Mastiff vs Bernese Mountain Dog 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 Mastiff's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Bernese Mountain Dog's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Rottweiler vs Mastiff vs Bernese Mountain Dog Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Rottweiler vs Mastiff vs Bernese Mountain Dog coat comparison:
Dense Dense Dense
Colors
What are the original Rottweiler, Mastiff and Bernese Mountain Dog color?
Black
Tan
Rust
Mahogany
Fawn
Brindle
Apricot
Black
White
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Rottweiler or Mastiff or Bernese Mountain Dog? Rottweiler vs Mastiff vs Bernese Mountain Dog grooming comparison:
Effortless: The Rottweiler requires minimal grooming.
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Easy to groom: The Mastiff doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Average: The Bernese Mountain Dog requires average grooming effort.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Rottweiler or Mastiff or Bernese Mountain Dog? Rottweiler or Mastiff or {name3 shedding:
Rottweiler dogs shed moderately.
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Mastiff dogs shed moderately.
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Bernese Mountain Dog dogs shed above average.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Rottweiler or Mastiff or Bernese Mountain Dog?
4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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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 Mastiff vs Bernese Mountain Dog 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 Mastiff vs Bernese Mountain Dog?

Medium

The Rottweiler has an average chance of bad smell.

High 🔼

The Mastiff has a high chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Bernese Mountain Dog has an average 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 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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The Bernese Mountain 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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Rottweiler vs Mastiff vs Bernese Mountain Dog Good With Comparison

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

Rottweiler vs Mastiff vs Bernese Mountain Dog 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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Yes

This breed makes good as a service dog.
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Therapy Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: Rottweiler or Mastiff or Bernese Mountain Dog? 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 Mastiff vs Bernese Mountain Dog?

Not really

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

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

Bernese Mountain Dog 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 Mastiff vs Bernese Mountain Dog 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 Mastiff and Bernese Mountain Dog have?
8-12 puppies 3-5 puppies 1-14 puppies, average 8

Rottweiler vs Mastiff vs Bernese Mountain Dog 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 1885 as a Working breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1937 as a Working breed.
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. Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Swiss Mountain- and Cattledogs 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
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
Canadian Canine Registry

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