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Sarplaninac vs Great Pyrenees vs Bernese Mountain Dog Comparison - Dog breed selector: Illyrian Shepherd Dog or Chien De Montagne Des Pyrénées or Berner? Find the right dog for you

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Name Sarplaninac Great Pyrenees Bernese Mountain Dog
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Illyrian Shepherd Dog
Yugoslavian Shepherd Dog
Macedonian Shepherd
Chien De Montagne Des Pyrénées
Chien Des Pyrénées
Gos De Muntanya Dels Pirineus
Montañés Del Pirineo
Patou
Great Pyrenees
Berner
Bernese Cattle Dog
Berner Sennenhund
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Sarplaninac vs Great Pyrenees vs Bernese Mountain Dog breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Sarplaninac vs Great Pyrenees vs Bernese Mountain Dog Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Sarplaninac or Great Pyrenees or Bernese Mountain Dog? Which is the smallest dog, Sarplaninac or Great Pyrenees or Bernese Mountain Dog?
Large Giant Large
Weight
Which is heavier, Sarplaninac or Great Pyrenees or Great Pyrenees? Sarplaninac vs Great Pyrenees vs Bernese Mountain Dog weight comparison:
Male: 55-80 pounds (25-36 kg), Female: 45-70 pounds (20-32 kg) Male: from 100 pounds (45 kg), Female: from 85 pounds (38 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: 67.5 pounds (30.5 kg), Female: 57.5 pounds (26 kg) Male: from 100 pounds (45 kg), Female: from 85 pounds (38 kg) Male: 97.5 pounds (38–50 kg), Female: 92.5 pounds (36–48 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Sarplaninac or Great Pyrenees or Bernese Mountain Dog? Sarplaninac vs Great Pyrenees vs Bernese Mountain Dog height comparison:
Male: 22-24 inches (55-61 cm), Female: 21-23 inches (54-59 cm) Male: 27-32 inches (69-81 cm), Female: 25-29 inches (63-74 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: 23 inches (58 cm), Female: 22 inches (56.5 cm) Male: 29.5 inches (75 cm), Female: 27 inches (68.5 cm) Male: 26 inches (61–71 cm), Female: 25 inches (58–69 cm)

Sarplaninac vs Great Pyrenees vs Bernese Mountain Dog Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Sarplaninac or Great Pyrenees or Bernese Mountain Dog? Which is more expensive?
$900-$1000 $500-$600 $800-$1000
Availability
Which is easier to get, Sarplaninac or Great Pyrenees or Bernese Mountain Dog?
Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.
Very frequent: The Great Pyrenees is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Bernese Mountain Dog is quite easy to get.

Sarplaninac vs Great Pyrenees vs Bernese Mountain Dog Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Sarplaninac vs Great Pyrenees vs Bernese Mountain Dog intelligence:
Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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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
Sarplaninac vs Great Pyrenees vs Bernese Mountain Dog trainability comparison.
Sarplaninac dogs are quite easy to train.
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Great Pyrenees dogs are 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: Sarplaninac or Great Pyrenees or Bernese Mountain Dog?
Sarplaninac dogs are good watchdogs.
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Great Pyrenees 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 Sarplaninac or Great Pyrenees or Bernese Mountain Dog? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Sarplaninac dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Great Pyrenees dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Bernese Mountain Dog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Sarplaninac vs Great Pyrenees vs Bernese Mountain Dog Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Sarplaninac or Great Pyrenees or Bernese Mountain Dog? Sarplaninac vs Great Pyrenees vs Bernese Mountain Dog behavior/temperament comparison:
Independent
Protective
Intelligent
Reliable
Devoted
Calm
Confident
Affectionate
Patient
Gentle
Strong
Willed
Fearless
Intelligent
Affectionate
Loyal
Faithful
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
Sarplaninac 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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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Sarplaninac vs Great Pyrenees vs Bernese Mountain Dog?
Average to High: Sarplaninac dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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Average: Great Pyrenees dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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Average: Bernese Mountain Dog dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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Social Needs
Sarplaninac vs Great Pyrenees vs Bernese Mountain Dog social needs comparison:
Sarplaninac dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Great Pyrenees dogs are a social breed.
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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?
The wanderlust potential of the Sarplaninac is strong enough to escape from home.
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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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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?
Sarplaninac 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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Bernese Mountain Dog dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Sarplaninac vs Great Pyrenees vs Bernese Mountain Dog Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Sarplaninac vs Great Pyrenees vs Bernese Mountain Dog playfulness comparison:
Sarplaninacs are not the most playful dog breed.
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Great Pyreneess 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: Sarplaninac vs Great Pyrenees vs Bernese Mountain Dog?
Low to Average: The Sarplaninac rarely barks.
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Average to High: The Great Pyrenees is a vocal breed.
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Average: The Bernese Mountain Dog barks occasionally.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Sarplaninac or Great Pyrenees or Bernese Mountain Dog?
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Sarplaninac breed.
It is not recommended to keep the Great Pyrenees breed in the home.
It is not recommended to keep the Bernese Mountain Dog breed in the home.

Sarplaninac vs Great Pyrenees vs Bernese Mountain Dog Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
Average: Sarplaninac 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: 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: Sarplaninac or Great Pyrenees or Bernese Mountain Dog?
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.
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.

Sarplaninac vs Great Pyrenees vs Bernese Mountain Dog Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Sarplaninac or Great Pyrenees or Bernese Mountain Dog?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Sarplaninac bite force: Ordinary.

Above 400 PSI 🔼

Great Pyrenees 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:

Low 🔽

The Sarplaninac has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Great Pyrenees has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

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

Health Issues
Sarplaninac vs Great Pyrenees vs Bernese Mountain Dog health comparison. Which is the healthier: Sarplaninac vs Great Pyrenees vs Bernese Mountain Dog?
Sarplaninacs are commonly healthy dogs.
Great Pyreneess are commonly healthy dogs.
Very healthy dog breed.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Sarplaninac vs Great Pyrenees vs Bernese Mountain Dog? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Sarplaninac vs Great Pyrenees vs Bernese Mountain Dog health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Bloat
Drug Sensitivity
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Patellar Luxation
Bloat
Entropion
Drug Sensitivity
Elbow Dysplasia
Addison's Disease
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?
Rare
The Sarplaninac should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably 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 Bernese Mountain Dog should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Life Expectancy
Sarplaninac vs Great Pyrenees vs Bernese Mountain Dog lifespan comparison. How long do Sarplaninac, Great Pyrenees and Bernese Mountain Dog breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
11-13 years
The average lifespan of Sarplaninac: 12 years
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Great Pyrenees: 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: Sarplaninac vs Great Pyrenees vs Bernese Mountain Dog?
Prefers cold weather
The Sarplaninac can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog.
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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 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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Sarplaninac vs Great Pyrenees vs Bernese Mountain Dog Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Sarplaninac vs Great Pyrenees vs Bernese Mountain Dog Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Sarplaninac or Great Pyrenees or Bernese Mountain Dog?
2.5 to 3.5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, 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? Sarplaninac vs Great Pyrenees vs Bernese Mountain Dog weight gain potential comparison:
Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Sarplaninac's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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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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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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Sarplaninac vs Great Pyrenees vs Bernese Mountain Dog Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Sarplaninac vs Great Pyrenees vs Bernese Mountain Dog coat comparison:
Fluffy
Waterproof
Dense
Double
Dense
Colors
What are the original Sarplaninac, Great Pyrenees and Bernese Mountain Dog color?
Black
Gray
White
Fawn
Sable
White Black
White
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Sarplaninac or Great Pyrenees or Bernese Mountain Dog? Sarplaninac vs Great Pyrenees vs Bernese Mountain Dog grooming comparison:
Easy to groom: The Sarplaninac doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Average: The Great Pyrenees requires average grooming effort.
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Average: The Bernese Mountain Dog requires average grooming effort.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Sarplaninac or Great Pyrenees or Bernese Mountain Dog? Sarplaninac or Great Pyrenees or {name3 shedding:
Sarplaninac dogs shed moderately.
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Great Pyrenees dogs shed above average.
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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: Sarplaninac or Great Pyrenees or Bernese Mountain Dog?
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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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
Sarplaninac vs Great Pyrenees 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, Sarplaninac vs Great Pyrenees vs Bernese Mountain Dog?

Low 🔽

The Sarplaninac has a low chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Great Pyrenees has an average 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 Sarplaninac 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 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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Sarplaninac vs Great Pyrenees vs Bernese Mountain Dog Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Sarplaninac dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Great Pyrenees dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Bernese Mountain Dog dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Sarplaninac or Great Pyrenees or Bernese Mountain Dog? Which dog is more friendly?
Sarplaninac dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Great Pyrenees dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Bernese Mountain Dog dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Sarplaninac or Great Pyrenees or Bernese Mountain Dog?
Sarplaninac dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.
Great Pyrenees dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Bernese Mountain Dog dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Sarplaninac or Great Pyrenees or Bernese Mountain Dog?
Sarplaninac dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Great Pyrenees dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Bernese Mountain Dog dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Sarplaninac or Great Pyrenees or Bernese Mountain Dog?
Sarplaninac dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Great Pyrenees 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: Sarplaninac vs Great Pyrenees vs Bernese Mountain Dog?
Yes
Sarplaninac 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
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
Sarplaninac is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Great Pyrenees 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?
Sarplaninacs are commonly okay with elderly people.
Great Pyreneess are usually recommended for elderly people.
Bernese Mountain Dogs are usually recommended for elderly people.

Sarplaninac vs Great Pyrenees vs Bernese Mountain Dog 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.
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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: Sarplaninac or Great Pyrenees or Bernese Mountain Dog? Which is better for autism?

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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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: Sarplaninac vs Great Pyrenees vs Bernese Mountain Dog?

Not really

Sarplaninac 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

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

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.

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Sarplaninac vs Great Pyrenees 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 Sarplaninac and Great Pyrenees and Bernese Mountain Dog have?
3-5 puppies 6-9 puppies 1-14 puppies, average 8

Sarplaninac vs Great Pyrenees vs Bernese Mountain Dog 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 1933 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?
Not recognized by 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 Swiss Mountain- and Cattledogs section.
Breed Recognition
What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?
American Canine Registry
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
American Canine Association, Inc.
Continental Kennel Club
National 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
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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