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Name	Rottweiler	St. Bernard	Boxer
Origins	Germany	Switzerland Italy	Germany
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Group	Working Dogs	Working Dogs	Working Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Rott Rottie	Alpine Mastiff Bernhardiner St. Barnhardshund St. Bernard Saint	Deutscher Boxer German Boxer
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Rottweiler vs St. Bernard vs Boxer breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Rottweiler vs St. Bernard vs Boxer Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Rottweiler or St. Bernard or Boxer? Which is the smallest dog, Rottweiler or St. Bernard or Boxer?	Large Giant	Giant	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Rottweiler or St. Bernard or St. Bernard? Rottweiler vs St. Bernard vs Boxer weight comparison:	Male: 95-130 pounds (43-59 kg), Female: 85-115 pounds (38-52 kg)	110-200 pounds (50-91 kg)	Male: 60-70 pounds (27-32 kg), Female: 53-65 pounds (24-29 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 112.5 pounds (51 kg), Female: 100 pounds (45 kg)	155 pounds (70.5 kg)	Male: 65 pounds (29.5 kg), Female: 59 pounds (26.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Rottweiler or St. Bernard or Boxer? Rottweiler vs St. Bernard vs Boxer height comparison:	Male: 24-27 inches (61-69 cm), Female: 22-25 inches (56-63 cm)	25.5-27.5 inches (61-70 cm)	Male: 22-25 inches (56-63 cm), Female: 21-24 inches (53-61 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 25.5 inches (65 cm), Female: 23.5 inches (59.5 cm)	25.5-27.5 inches (65.5 cm)	Male: 23.5 inches (59.5 cm), Female: 22.5 inches (57 cm)

Rottweiler vs St. Bernard vs Boxer Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Rottweiler or St. Bernard or Boxer? Which is more expensive?	$1200-$2000	$1500-$1800	$600-$1200
Availability Which is easier to get, Rottweiler or St. Bernard or Boxer?	Very frequent: The Rottweiler is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The St.	Very frequent: The Boxer is quite easy to get.

Rottweiler vs St. Bernard vs Boxer Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Rottweiler vs St. Bernard vs Boxer intelligence:	Outstanding: Rottweiler is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	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.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Rottweiler vs St. Bernard vs Boxer trainability comparison.	Rottweiler dogs are easy to train. See more.	A slightly harder to train than average. See more.	Boxer dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Rottweiler or St. Bernard or Boxer?	Rottweiler dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	St. See more.	Boxer dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Rottweiler or St. Bernard or Boxer? 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. See more.	St. See more.	Boxer dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
Guard Dog Breeds List

Rottweiler vs St. Bernard vs Boxer Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Rottweiler or St. Bernard or Boxer? Rottweiler vs St. Bernard vs Boxer behavior/temperament comparison:	Independent Protective Alert Courageous Intelligent Loyal Fearless Good-natured	Independent Happy Friendly Gentle Going Social Quiet	Playful Energetic Intelligent Confident Friendly Loyal Fearless Brave Bright
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. 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: Rottweiler vs St. Bernard vs Boxer?	Average: Rottweiler dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	High: St. See more.	High: Boxer dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Rottweiler vs St. Bernard vs Boxer social needs comparison:	Rottweiler dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	St. See more.	Boxer dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Rottweiler dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	St. See more.	Boxer dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.
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. See more.	Their prey drive is low. See more.	Boxer 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.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Rottweiler vs St. Bernard vs Boxer Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Rottweiler vs St. Bernard vs Boxer playfulness comparison:	Average: Rottweilers, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	St. See more.	The Boxer is a playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Rottweiler vs St. Bernard vs Boxer?	Low: The Rottweiler barks none to minimal. See more.	Low: The St. See more.	Low to Average: The Boxer rarely barks. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Rottweiler or St. Bernard or Boxer?	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 St.	Apartment-friendly dog the Boxer breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Rottweiler vs St. Bernard vs Boxer 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.	St.	Boxer dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Rottweiler or St. Bernard or Boxer?	Rottweiler dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	St.	Boxer dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Rottweiler vs St. Bernard vs Boxer Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Rottweiler or St. Bernard or Boxer?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Rottweiler bite force: Ordinary.	Above 400 PSI 🔼 St.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Boxer bite force: Ordinary.
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:	High 🔼 The Rottweiler has a high chance of biting somebody.	Moderate ⏺ The St.	Low 🔽 The Boxer has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Rottweiler vs St. Bernard vs Boxer mouthiness comparison:	Rottweiler dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	St. See more.	Boxer dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Rottweiler vs St. Bernard vs Boxer Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Rottweiler vs St. Bernard vs Boxer health comparison. Which is the healthier: Rottweiler vs St. Bernard vs Boxer?	The Rottweiler is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Very healthy dog breed.	The Boxer is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Rottweiler vs St. Bernard vs Boxer? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Rottweiler vs St. Bernard vs Boxer health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Allergies Hypothyroidism Bloat Elbow Dysplasia Panosteitis Aortic Stenosis Osteosarcoma Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Allergies Bloat Epilepsy Entropion Elbow Dysplasia Dilated Cardiomyopathy	Hip Dysplasia Allergies Cancer Hypothyroidism Bloat Deafness Demodectic Mange Aortic Stenosis Boxer Cardiomyopathy Corneal Dystrophy
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 St.	Average The Boxer should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Rottweiler vs St. Bernard vs Boxer lifespan comparison. How long do Rottweiler, St. Bernard and Boxer breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	8-12 years The average lifespan of Rottweiler: 10 years	8-10 years The average lifespan of St.	10-12 years The average lifespan of Boxer: 11 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Rottweiler vs St. Bernard vs Boxer?	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. 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 warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.

Rottweiler vs St. Bernard vs Boxer Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Rottweiler vs St. Bernard vs Boxer Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Rottweiler or St. Bernard or Boxer?	Recommended daily amount: 4 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.	Recommended daily amount: 2 to 3 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? Rottweiler vs St. Bernard vs Boxer weight gain potential comparison:	High: The Rottweiler 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 Boxer's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Rottweiler vs St. Bernard vs Boxer Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Rottweiler vs St. Bernard vs Boxer coat comparison:	Dense	Dense Rough Smooth	Waterproof
Colors What are the original Rottweiler, St. Bernard and Boxer color?	Black Tan Rust Mahogany	Black Red White Brown Brindle Tricolor	White Fawn Brindle
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Rottweiler or St. Bernard or Boxer? Rottweiler vs St. Bernard vs Boxer grooming comparison:	Effortless: The Rottweiler requires minimal grooming. See more.	Average: The St. See more.	Effortless: The Boxer requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Rottweiler or St. Bernard or Boxer? Rottweiler or St. Bernard or {name3 shedding:	Rottweiler dogs shed moderately. See more.	St. See more.	Boxer dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Rottweiler or St. Bernard or Boxer?	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.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Hypoallergenic Rottweiler vs St. Bernard vs Boxer hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Rottweiler vs St. Bernard vs Boxer?	Medium ⏺ The Rottweiler has an average chance of bad smell.	High 🔼 The St.	High 🔼 The Boxer 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. See more.	The St. See more.	The Boxer is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.

Rottweiler vs St. Bernard vs Boxer Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Rottweiler dogs are generally with other pets.	St.	Boxer dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Rottweiler or St. Bernard or Boxer? Which dog is more friendly?	Rottweiler dogs are not stranger friendly dogs.	St.	Boxer 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 Rottweiler or St. Bernard or Boxer?	Rottweiler dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.	St.	Boxer dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Rottweiler or St. Bernard or Boxer?	Rottweiler dogs are average friendly towards cats.	St.	Boxer dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Rottweiler or St. Bernard or Boxer?	Rottweiler dogs are not dog-friendly.	St.	Boxer dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Rottweiler vs St. Bernard vs Boxer?	Yes Rottweiler dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	No St.	Yes Boxer 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 St.	No Boxer 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.	St.	Boxers are usually recommended for elderly people.

Rottweiler vs St. Bernard vs Boxer As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Yes This breed makes good 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: Rottweiler or St. Bernard or Boxer? Which is better for autism?	Yes This breed makes a perfect 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.
Therapy Dog Breeds
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: Rottweiler vs St. Bernard vs Boxer?	Not really Rottweiler breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really St. See more.	Not really Boxer 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.	Yes A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Fighting Dog / Military Dog	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

Rottweiler vs St. Bernard vs Boxer 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 Rottweiler and St. Bernard and Boxer have?	8-12 puppies	6-8 puppies	2-10 puppies, average 6
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Rottweiler vs St. Bernard vs Boxer 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 1904 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 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	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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