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Name	Shiba Inu	St. Bernard	Great Pyrenees
Origins	Japan	Switzerland Italy	Spain France
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Group	Companion Dogs	Working Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs
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Common Names & Aliases Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Shiba Inu, St. Bernard, and Great Pyrenees breeds.	Japanese Shiba Inu Japanese Small-Size Dog Shiba Shiba Ken Brushwood Dog	Alpine Mastiff Bernhardiner St. Barnhardshund St. Bernard Saint	Chien De Montagne Des Pyrénées Chien Des Pyrénées Gos De Muntanya Dels Pirineus Montañés Del Pirineo Patou Great Pyrenees
Breed Classification How do breed classifications differ between Shiba Inu, St. Bernard, and Great Pyrenees? Compare their breeding categories.	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Shiba Inu vs St. Bernard vs Great Pyrenees Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Compare size differences between Shiba Inu, St. Bernard, and Great Pyrenees. Which breed is the largest?	Medium	Giant	Giant
Weight Statistics How do weights compare between Shiba Inu, St. Bernard, and Great Pyrenees? Compare adult weight ranges.	Male: 18-25 pounds (8-11 kg), Female: 15-20 pounds (6.8-9 kg)	110-200 pounds (50-91 kg)	Male: from 100 pounds (45 kg), Female: from 85 pounds (38 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 21.5 pounds (9.5 kg), Female: 17.5 pounds (6.8.5 kg)	155 pounds (70.5 kg)	Male: from 100 pounds (45 kg), Female: from 85 pounds (38 kg)
Height Which is taller, Shiba Inu or St. Bernard or Great Pyrenees? Shiba Inu vs St. Bernard vs Great Pyrenees height comparison:	Male: 14-16 inches (36-41 cm), Female: 13-15 inches (33-38 cm)	25.5-27.5 inches (61-70 cm)	Male: 27-32 inches (69-81 cm), Female: 25-29 inches (63-74 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 15 inches (38.5 cm), Female: 14 inches (35.5 cm)	25.5-27.5 inches (65.5 cm)	Male: 29.5 inches (75 cm), Female: 27 inches (68.5 cm)

Shiba Inu vs St. Bernard vs Great Pyrenees Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy costs for Shiba Inu, St. Bernard, and Great Pyrenees. Find price differences between these breeds.	$800-$1000	$1500-$1800	$500-$600
Availability Which is easier to get, Shiba Inu or St. Bernard or Great Pyrenees?	Very frequent: The Shiba Inu is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The St.	Very frequent: The Great Pyrenees is quite easy to get.

Shiba Inu vs St. Bernard vs Great Pyrenees Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Compare intelligence levels between Shiba Inu, St. Bernard, and Great Pyrenees. Which breed ranks highest?	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. 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.
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Training Difficulty Compare training difficulty levels between Shiba Inu, St. Bernard, and Great Pyrenees. Which is easiest to train?	A slightly harder to train than average. See more.	A slightly harder to train than average. See more.	Great Pyrenees dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Rating Compare watchdog abilities of Shiba Inu, St. Bernard, and Great Pyrenees. Which breed is most alert?	Shiba Inu dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	St. See more.	Great Pyrenees dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Compare territorial instincts between Shiba Inu, St. Bernard, and Great Pyrenees. Which breed is most protective?	Shiba Inu dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	St. See more.	Great Pyrenees dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
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Shiba Inu vs St. Bernard vs Great Pyrenees Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits How do personalities differ between Shiba Inu, St. Bernard, and Great Pyrenees? Compare temperaments.	Alert Confident Going Fearless Keen Faithful Charming	Independent Happy Friendly Gentle Going Social Quiet	Confident Affectionate Patient Gentle Strong Willed Fearless
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Shiba Inu dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. 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: Shiba Inu vs St. Bernard vs Great Pyrenees?	Average to High: Shiba Inu dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	High: St. See more.	Average: Great Pyrenees dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.
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Social Needs Shiba Inu vs St. Bernard vs Great Pyrenees social needs comparison:	Shiba Inu dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	St. See more.	Great Pyrenees dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	The wanderlust potential of the Shiba Inu is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	St. See more.	Great Pyrenees dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Shiba Inu 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.	Their prey drive is low. See more.	Great Pyrenees dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Shiba Inu vs St. Bernard vs Great Pyrenees Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Compare barking frequencies of Shiba Inu, St. Bernard, and Great Pyrenees. Which breed is most vocal?	Low to Average: The Shiba Inu rarely barks. See more.	Low: The St. See more.	Average to High: The Great Pyrenees is a vocal breed. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Playful Nature Compare playfulness levels between Shiba Inu, St. Bernard, and Great Pyrenees. Which breed is most playful?	Average: Shiba Inus, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	St. See more.	Great Pyreneess are not the most playful dog breed. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Compare apartment suitability of Shiba Inu, St. Bernard, and Great Pyrenees. Which adapts best to small spaces?	Very house-friendly dog the Shiba Inu breed.	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.	It is not recommended to keep the Great Pyrenees breed in the home.
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Shiba Inu vs St. Bernard vs Great Pyrenees Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Compare adaptability between Shiba Inu, St. Bernard, and Great Pyrenees. Which breed is most flexible?	Shiba Inu dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	St.	Great Pyrenees dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Shiba Inu or St. Bernard or Great Pyrenees?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	St.	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.

Shiba Inu vs St. Bernard vs Great Pyrenees Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Compare biting potential between Shiba Inu, St. Bernard, and Great Pyrenees. Which has lowest bite risk?	Low 🔽 The Shiba Inu has a low chance of biting somebody.	Moderate ⏺ The St.	Low 🔽 The Great Pyrenees has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Compare mouthing tendencies between Shiba Inu, St. Bernard, and Great Pyrenees. Which uses mouth most during play?	Shiba Inu dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	St. See more.	Great Pyrenees dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.
Bite Strength Rating Compare bite forces between Shiba Inu, St. Bernard, and Great Pyrenees. Which has the strongest bite?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Shiba Inu bite force: Ordinary.	Above 400 PSI 🔼 St.	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Great Pyrenees bite force: The Strongest.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force

Shiba Inu vs St. Bernard vs Great Pyrenees Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Compare life expectancies of Shiba Inu, St. Bernard, and Great Pyrenees. Which breed lives longest?	11-15 years The average lifespan of Shiba Inu: 13 years	8-10 years The average lifespan of St.	10-12 years The average lifespan of Great Pyrenees: 11 years
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Climate Tolerance Compare weather adaptability between Shiba Inu, St. Bernard, and Great Pyrenees. Which handles climate changes best?	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Shiba Inu can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. 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 cold weather The Great Pyrenees can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. See more.
Health Concerns Compare health problems common in Shiba Inu, St. Bernard, and Great Pyrenees. Which has fewer health issues?	The Shiba Inu is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Very healthy dog breed.	Great Pyreneess are commonly healthy dogs.
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Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Shiba Inu should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Rare The St.	Rare The Great Pyrenees should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Shiba Inu vs St. Bernard vs Great Pyrenees? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Shiba Inu vs St. Bernard vs Great Pyrenees health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Allergies Cancer Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Glaucoma Spinning Chylothorax	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Allergies Bloat Epilepsy Entropion Elbow Dysplasia Dilated Cardiomyopathy	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Bloat Entropion Drug Sensitivity Elbow Dysplasia Addison's Disease

Shiba Inu vs St. Bernard vs Great Pyrenees Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Compare energy levels between Shiba Inu, St. Bernard, and Great Pyrenees. Which breed is most active?	Shiba Inu dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	St.	Great Pyrenees dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Shiba Inu vs St. Bernard vs Great Pyrenees exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Shiba Inu or St. Bernard or Great Pyrenees? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Shiba Inu dogs have an average exercise need.	St.	Great Pyrenees dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Shiba Inu or St. Bernard or Great Pyrenees?	Shiba Inu dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	St.	Great Pyrenees dogs don't need too much sleep.
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Shiba Inu vs St. Bernard vs Great Pyrenees Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Compare weight gain tendencies between Shiba Inu, St. Bernard, and Great Pyrenees. Which is most prone to obesity?	Low to Average: The Shiba Inu has a low to the average risk for obesity. 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 Great Pyrenees's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
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Food Consumption Compare food requirements between Shiba Inu, St. Bernard, and Great Pyrenees. Which needs most food?	Recommended daily amount: 1/2 to 1.5 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.	8 to 10 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot

Shiba Inu vs St. Bernard vs Great Pyrenees Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Shiba Inu, St. Bernard, and Great Pyrenees. Which is best for allergy sufferers?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
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Coat Colors Compare color variations between Shiba Inu, St. Bernard, and Great Pyrenees. What colors are available?	Black Tan Red Cream Sesame	Black Red White Brown Brindle Tricolor	White
Grooming Requirements Compare grooming needs between Shiba Inu, St. Bernard, and Great Pyrenees. Which requires most maintenance?	Easy to groom: The Shiba Inu doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Average: The St. See more.	Average: The Great Pyrenees requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Drooling Tendency Compare drooling tendencies between Shiba Inu, St. Bernard, and Great Pyrenees. Which drools least?	The Shiba Inu is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The St. See more.	The Great Pyrenees is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Compare odor levels between Shiba Inu, St. Bernard, and Great Pyrenees. Which has least natural smell?	Medium ⏺ The Shiba Inu has an average chance of bad smell.	High 🔼 The St.	Medium ⏺ The Great Pyrenees has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics Compare coat types between Shiba Inu, St. Bernard, and Great Pyrenees. How do their fur characteristics differ?	Dense	Dense Rough Smooth	Dense Double
Bathing Needs Compare bathing needs between Shiba Inu, St. Bernard, and Great Pyrenees. Which requires most frequent baths?	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.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Shiba Inu or St. Bernard or Great Pyrenees? Shiba Inu or St. Bernard or {name3 shedding:	Shiba Inu dogs shed above average. See more.	St. See more.	Great Pyrenees dogs shed above average. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most

Shiba Inu vs St. Bernard vs Great Pyrenees Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Compare child-friendliness between Shiba Inu, St. Bernard, and Great Pyrenees. Which is best with kids?	Shiba Inu dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.	St.	Great Pyrenees dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
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Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Shiba Inu dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.	St.	Great Pyrenees dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Shiba Inu or St. Bernard or Great Pyrenees? Which dog is more friendly?	Shiba Inu dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	St.	Great Pyrenees dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Shiba Inu or St. Bernard or Great Pyrenees?	Shiba Inu dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	St.	Great Pyrenees dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Shiba Inu or St. Bernard or Great Pyrenees?	Shiba Inu dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	St.	Great Pyrenees dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Shiba Inu vs St. Bernard vs Great Pyrenees?	No Shiba Inu dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.	No St.	Yes Great Pyrenees dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Shiba Inu is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No St.	No Great Pyrenees is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Shiba Inus are commonly okay with elderly people.	St.	Great Pyreneess are usually recommended for elderly people.

Shiba Inu vs St. Bernard vs Great Pyrenees As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Compare service dog potential between Shiba Inu, St. Bernard, and Great Pyrenees. Which is best suited for service work?	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.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Work Suitability Compare therapy dog potential between Shiba Inu, St. Bernard, and Great Pyrenees. Which excels in therapy work?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a 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.
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Scent Detection Ability Compare detection capabilities between Shiba Inu, St. Bernard, and Great Pyrenees. Which has best nose work ability?	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 & Rescue Potential Compare search and rescue potential between Shiba Inu, St. Bernard, and Great Pyrenees. Which is best for SAR work?	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.
Maritime Work Ability Compare boating aptitude between Shiba Inu, St. Bernard, and Great Pyrenees. Which is best suited for water work?	Not really Shiba Inu breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really St. See more.	Not really Great Pyrenees breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Compare cart pulling abilities between Shiba Inu, St. Bernard, and Great Pyrenees. Which is best for draft work?	Not really 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.
Military Service Background Compare military service history of Shiba Inu, St. Bernard, and Great Pyrenees. Which has most military use?	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat 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.

Shiba Inu vs St. Bernard vs Great Pyrenees Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare typical litter sizes of Shiba Inu, St. Bernard, and Great Pyrenees. Which has most puppies?	2-4 puppies	6-8 puppies	6-9 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare gestation periods of Shiba Inu, St. Bernard, and Great Pyrenees. Any breeding differences?	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding intervals between Shiba Inu, St. Bernard, and Great Pyrenees. What's recommended?	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.

Shiba Inu vs St. Bernard vs Great Pyrenees Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC groups for Shiba Inu, St. Bernard, and Great Pyrenees. How are they classified?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1992 as a Non-Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Working breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1933 as a Working breed.
FCI Classification Compare FCI groups for Shiba Inu, St. Bernard, and Great Pyrenees. How are they classified internationally?	Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Asian Spitz and related breeds 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.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare breed recognition status of Shiba Inu, St. Bernard, and Great Pyrenees. Which has most recognition?	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry 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	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

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