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Name	Siberian Husky	St. Bernard	American Bulldog
Origins	Russia	Switzerland Italy	United States
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Group	Sled Dogs	Working Dogs	Guard Dogs
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Common Names & Aliases Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Siberian Husky, St. Bernard, and American Bulldog breeds.	Chuksha Husky Icee Sibe Chukcha	Alpine Mastiff Bernhardiner St. Barnhardshund St. Bernard Saint	AM Bulldog American Bulldogge American Bulldoggee Old Country Bulldog AmBulldog
Breed Classification How do breed classifications differ between Siberian Husky, St. Bernard, and American Bulldog? Compare their breeding categories.	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Siberian Husky vs St. Bernard vs American Bulldog Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Compare size differences between Siberian Husky, St. Bernard, and American Bulldog. Which breed is the largest?	Medium	Giant	Large
Weight Statistics How do weights compare between Siberian Husky, St. Bernard, and American Bulldog? Compare adult weight ranges.	Male: 45–60 pounds (20–27 kg), Female: 35–50 pounds (16–23 kg)	110-200 pounds (50-91 kg)	Male: 70-120 pounds (32-54 kg), Female: 60-100 pounds (27-45 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 45–60 pounds (20–27 kg), Female: 35–50 pounds (16–23 kg)	155 pounds (70.5 kg)	Male: 95 pounds (43 kg), Female: 80 pounds (36 kg)
Height Which is taller, Siberian Husky or St. Bernard or American Bulldog? Siberian Husky vs St. Bernard vs American Bulldog height comparison:	Male: 21–24 inches (53–61 cm), Female: 20–22 inches (51–56 cm)	25.5-27.5 inches (61-70 cm)	Male: 22-28 inches (55-70 cm), Female: 20-26 inches (52-65 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 21–24 inches (53–61 cm), Female: 20–22 inches (51–56 cm)	25.5-27.5 inches (65.5 cm)	Male: 25 inches (62.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (58.5 cm)

Siberian Husky vs St. Bernard vs American Bulldog Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy costs for Siberian Husky, St. Bernard, and American Bulldog. Find price differences between these breeds.	$700-$1200	$1500-$1800	$500-$600
Availability Which is easier to get, Siberian Husky or St. Bernard or American Bulldog?	Very frequent: The Siberian Husky is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The St.	Average: The American Bulldog is a commonly available dog breed.

Siberian Husky vs St. Bernard vs American Bulldog Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Compare intelligence levels between Siberian Husky, St. Bernard, and American Bulldog. 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 Siberian Husky, St. Bernard, and American Bulldog. Which is easiest to train?	Siberian Husky dogs are hard to train. See more.	A slightly harder to train than average. See more.	American Bulldog dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Rating Compare watchdog abilities of Siberian Husky, St. Bernard, and American Bulldog. Which breed is most alert?	Siberian Husky dogs are not the best choice if you want a good watchdog. See more.	St. See more.	American Bulldog dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Compare territorial instincts between Siberian Husky, St. Bernard, and American Bulldog. Which breed is most protective?	Siberian Husky dogs can't provide protection for their territory. See more.	St. See more.	American Bulldog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Siberian Husky vs St. Bernard vs American Bulldog Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits How do personalities differ between Siberian Husky, St. Bernard, and American Bulldog? Compare temperaments.	Alert Intelligent Friendly Outgoing Gentle	Independent Happy Friendly Gentle Going Social Quiet	Loving Energetic Alert Courageous Affectionate Gentle Going Social
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: Siberian Husky vs St. Bernard vs American Bulldog?	High: Siberian Husky dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: St. See more.	High: American Bulldog dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Siberian Husky vs St. Bernard vs American Bulldog social needs comparison:	Siberian Husky dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	St. See more.	American Bulldog dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Siberian Husky dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	St. See more.	American Bulldog dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Siberian Husky 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.	American Bulldog 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

Siberian Husky vs St. Bernard vs American Bulldog Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Compare barking frequencies of Siberian Husky, St. Bernard, and American Bulldog. Which breed is most vocal?	Average: The Siberian Husky barks occasionally. See more.	Low: The St. See more.	Low to Average: The American Bulldog rarely barks. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Playful Nature Compare playfulness levels between Siberian Husky, St. Bernard, and American Bulldog. Which breed is most playful?	The Siberian Husky is a playful breed. See more.	St. See more.	The American Bulldog is a playful breed. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Compare apartment suitability of Siberian Husky, St. Bernard, and American Bulldog. Which adapts best to small spaces?	It is not recommended to keep the Siberian Husky breed in the home.	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 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 American Bulldog indoors.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Siberian Husky vs St. Bernard vs American Bulldog Adaptability and Independence Comparison

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

Siberian Husky vs St. Bernard vs American Bulldog Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Siberian Husky vs St. Bernard vs American Bulldog Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Compare life expectancies of Siberian Husky, St. Bernard, and American Bulldog. Which breed lives longest?	12-14 years The average lifespan of Siberian Husky: 13 years	8-10 years The average lifespan of St.	10-12 years The average lifespan of American Bulldog: 11 years
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Climate Tolerance Compare weather adaptability between Siberian Husky, St. Bernard, and American Bulldog. Which handles climate changes best?	Prefers cold weather The Siberian Husky can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also 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 average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.
Health Concerns Compare health problems common in Siberian Husky, St. Bernard, and American Bulldog. Which has fewer health issues?	The Siberian Husky is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Very healthy dog breed.	American Bulldogs tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
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Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Siberian Husky should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Rare The St.	Frequent The American Bulldog should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Siberian Husky vs St. Bernard vs American Bulldog? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Siberian Husky vs St. Bernard vs American Bulldog health problems comparison:	Cataracts Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Corneal Dystrophy	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Allergies Bloat Epilepsy Entropion Elbow Dysplasia Dilated Cardiomyopathy	Hip Dysplasia Allergies Cancer Entropion Cherry Eye Ectropion Elbow Dysplasia

Siberian Husky vs St. Bernard vs American Bulldog Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Compare energy levels between Siberian Husky, St. Bernard, and American Bulldog. Which breed is most active?	Siberian Husky dogs are high-energy dogs.	St.	American Bulldog dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Siberian Husky vs St. Bernard vs American Bulldog exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Siberian Husky or St. Bernard or American Bulldog? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Siberian Husky dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	St.	American Bulldog dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Siberian Husky or St. Bernard or American Bulldog?	Siberian Husky dogs don't need too much sleep.	St.	American Bulldog dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Siberian Husky vs St. Bernard vs American Bulldog Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Compare weight gain tendencies between Siberian Husky, St. Bernard, and American Bulldog. Which is most prone to obesity?	Low to Average: The Siberian Husky 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.	Low to Average: The American Bulldog has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.
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Food Consumption Compare food requirements between Siberian Husky, St. Bernard, and American Bulldog. Which needs most food?	Recommended daily amount: 2.5 to 3 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.	3 to 5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot

Siberian Husky vs St. Bernard vs American Bulldog Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Siberian Husky, St. Bernard, and American Bulldog. Which is best for allergy sufferers?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Coat Colors Compare color variations between Siberian Husky, St. Bernard, and American Bulldog. What colors are available?	Black Gray Red White Sable Agouti	Black Red White Brown Brindle Tricolor	Black White Brown Fawn
Grooming Requirements Compare grooming needs between Siberian Husky, St. Bernard, and American Bulldog. Which requires most maintenance?	Average: The Siberian Husky requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The St. See more.	Effortless: The American Bulldog requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Drooling Tendency Compare drooling tendencies between Siberian Husky, St. Bernard, and American Bulldog. Which drools least?	The Siberian Husky is an average drooler. See more.	The St. See more.	The American Bulldog 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.
Stinkiness Rating Compare odor levels between Siberian Husky, St. Bernard, and American Bulldog. Which has least natural smell?	Low 🔽 The Siberian Husky has a low chance of bad smell.	High 🔼 The St.	Medium ⏺ The American Bulldog has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics Compare coat types between Siberian Husky, St. Bernard, and American Bulldog. How do their fur characteristics differ?	Fluffy	Dense Rough Smooth	Fine
Bathing Needs Compare bathing needs between Siberian Husky, St. Bernard, and American Bulldog. Which requires most frequent baths?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. 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 Siberian Husky or St. Bernard or American Bulldog? Siberian Husky or St. Bernard or {name3 shedding:	Siberian Husky dogs shed above average. See more.	St. See more.	American Bulldog dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most

Siberian Husky vs St. Bernard vs American Bulldog Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Compare child-friendliness between Siberian Husky, St. Bernard, and American Bulldog. Which is best with kids?	Siberian Husky dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	St.	American Bulldog dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Siberian Husky dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.	St.	American Bulldog dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Siberian Husky or St. Bernard or American Bulldog? Which dog is more friendly?	Siberian Husky dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	St.	American Bulldog dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Siberian Husky or St. Bernard or American Bulldog?	Siberian Husky dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.	St.	American Bulldog dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Siberian Husky or St. Bernard or American Bulldog?	Siberian Husky dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	St.	American Bulldog dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Siberian Husky vs St. Bernard vs American Bulldog?	No Siberian Husky dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.	No St.	Yes American Bulldog dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Siberian Husky is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No St.	No American Bulldog is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Siberian Huskys are usually recommended for elderly people.	St.	American Bulldogs are usually recommended for elderly people.

Siberian Husky vs St. Bernard vs American Bulldog As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Compare service dog potential between Siberian Husky, St. Bernard, and American Bulldog. 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 Siberian Husky, St. Bernard, and American Bulldog. 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.
Therapy Dog Breeds
Scent Detection Ability Compare detection capabilities between Siberian Husky, St. Bernard, and American Bulldog. 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 Siberian Husky, St. Bernard, and American Bulldog. 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 Siberian Husky, St. Bernard, and American Bulldog. Which is best suited for water work?	Not really Siberian Husky breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really St. See more.	Not really American Bulldog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Compare cart pulling abilities between Siberian Husky, St. Bernard, and American Bulldog. 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 Siberian Husky, St. Bernard, and American Bulldog. Which has most military use?	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.

Siberian Husky vs St. Bernard vs American Bulldog Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare typical litter sizes of Siberian Husky, St. Bernard, and American Bulldog. Which has most puppies?	4-8 puppies	6-8 puppies	7-14 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare gestation periods of Siberian Husky, St. Bernard, and American Bulldog. Any breeding differences?	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding intervals between Siberian Husky, St. Bernard, and American Bulldog. 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.

Siberian Husky vs St. Bernard vs American Bulldog Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC groups for Siberian Husky, St. Bernard, and American Bulldog. How are they classified?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1930 as a Working breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Working breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Classification Compare FCI groups for Siberian Husky, St. Bernard, and American Bulldog. How are they classified internationally?	Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Nordic Sledge Dogs section.	Not recognized by FCI.	Not recognized by FCI.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare breed recognition status of Siberian Husky, St. Bernard, and American Bulldog. Which has most recognition?	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	American Canine Registry America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. North American Purebred Registry, Inc. Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club United Kennel Club Backwoods Bulldog Club Animal Research Foundation American Rare Breed Association American Bulldog Association National American Bulldog Association John D Johnson Bulldog Registry American Bulldog Club Of Canada All American Bulldog Club

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